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1. Manny's Steakhouse
4.8
Exceptional(8515)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steak • Downtown / North Loop
Booked 88 times today
Masculine, bright, accented with wood & leather, Manny's evokes the great steakhouses of New York & Chicago - & eclipses them in critical & popular acclaim. Rated Top Five in the U.S. by the Zagat Guide, named one of America's top Steakhouses by the Knife & Fork Club, Men's Journal & the Independent Cattleman's Association, & a perennial winner of newspaper & magazine reader polls, Manny's commands a fanatical local following & a national reputation. Wrote the New York Times: "There's good news in Minneapolis for those who still share the secret pleasures of red meat, well-cut & seriously served." In addition to USDA-certified, dry- aged, center-cut beef, Manny's offers chops, chicken, fresh seafood & a Wine Spectator Award-winning wine list.
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2. Pizzeria Lola
4.8
Exceptional(200)
Price: Expensive
• Pizzeria • South Minneapolis
Booked 36 times today
Pizzeria Lola is James Beard award-winning Chef Ann Kim's neighborhood pizzeria in Minneapolis. Our menu features signature wood-fired pizzas, sharable salads & sides, wine & beer wine, and a curated list of classic cocktails. Pizzas include familiar classics including My Sha-Roni (pepperoni & sausage) and Margherita, and signature guest favorites like Lady Zaza (kimchi and Korean sausage) and Korean BBQ (our #1 best-seller). Our menu is vegetarian-friendly and offers a housemade gluten-free crust as an option for all of our pizzas. Pizzeria Lola has been featured in the New York Times and on "Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives," "CBS Saturday" and Netflix's "Chef's Table: Pizza." Pizzeria Lola is located in Southwest Minneapolis (just off Highway 62) and is easily accessible on the way to or from Minneapolis/St. Paul International Airport.We're open for lunch and dinner daily. Reservations are available and walk-ins are always welcome.
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3. Hazelwood Bloomington
4.8
Exceptional(6549)
Price: Moderate
• American • Bloomington
Booked 149 times today
Welcome to Hazelwood Food and Drink in Bloomington. A modern New American restaurant serving modern comfort food with a family feel in a bright and contemporary interior with a scratch kitchen that offers wonderful dishes from our rotisserie and wood burning pizza oven, everyone is sure to find a new favorite! We are open 7 days a week with our signature brunch offered on Saturday and Sunday. Hazelwood is the perfect spot for your work meeting, date night, or family outing!We would love to take care of you.On the go, call us at 952.222.4000 for take-out or curbside.Online reservations and take-out orders available at hazelwoodfoodanddrink.com
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4. Ciao Bella
4.9
Exceptional(6835)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Bloomington
Booked 130 times today
CURRENTLY, ALL RESERVATIONS MADE WILL BE FOR INSIDE SEATING.  PATIO SEATING IS ALL FIRST COME, FIRST SERVE. THANK YOU.At Ciao Bella, we serve simple, fresh Italian cuisine made from local ingredients. Our handcrafted meals are accompanied by a thoughtful, approachable wine selection. We believe dining is more than food: it is an experience, and ours is quality. Enjoy your handcrafted meal on our lively outdoor patio, or take in the local art collection in our dining room. Our philosophy is simple: quality food and wine presented with welcoming service. Every meal. Every day. Please join us. A Minneapolis metro favorite, Ciao Bella was opened in 1997 by Minneapolis restaurateur Rick Webb, whose pursuits have set the standard in Twin Cities dining for over 40 years. Heading downtown? Visit Ciao Bella’s sister restaurant, Zelo, for another dining experience from Rick Webb featuring handcrafted food and dedicated service.
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5. Cafe Lurcat - Minneapolis
4.7
Exceptional(5278)
Price: Very Expensive
• American • Downtown / North Loop
Booked 22 times today
Café and Bar Lurcat, located next to Loring Park, is a hip, urban venue that boasts serious food and voguish design. Café Lurcat is a perfect blend of classic old world style with a Noveau twist. The expansive bar and lounge is ideal for casual cocktails and a la carte bites, while the romantic dining room creates the perfect ambiance for an exceptional foodie experience featuring sophisticated comfort food. We offer the perfect event venue for family celebrations, trendy parties, marriages, Bar Mitzvahs, showers, charity events, galas, graduations and black tie events. This iconic Minneapolis restaurant continues to age like a fine wine as it approaches its 20th year.
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6. RH Rooftop Restaurant at RH Minneapolis
4.7
Exceptional(2904)
Price: Expensive
• American • Edina
Booked 95 times today
The RH Rooftop Restaurant resides on the third floor of RH Minneapolis, a nearly 60,000-square-foot design gallery that blurs the lines between residential and retail, indoors and outdoors, home and hospitality. We invite you to enjoy our menu of timeless classics for brunch and dinner, and a selection of wines from esteemed vintners in the United States and Europe.For group dining inquiries, please email: minneapolishospitality@rh.com
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7. Zelo
4.9
Exceptional(4138)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Downtown / North Loop
Booked 64 times today
At Zelo, we serve simple, fresh Italian cuisine made from local ingredients. Our handcrafted meals accompany a thoughtful, approachable wine selection. We believe dining is more than a menu: it is an experience, and ours is quality. When you’re our guest, our staff learn your name and remember your favorite glass of wine. We passionately commit to bring you the full dining experience – quality food and wine presented with welcoming service. Every meal. Every day. Please join us. An enduring Minneapolis destination, Zelo was opened in 1999 by Rick Webb, a Minnesota restaurateur whose pursuits have set the standard in Twin Cities dining for over 40 years. Looking for another unparalleled dining experience in the south metro? Visit Rick Webb’s acclaimed Ciao Bella, the restaurant that inspired Zelo’s handcrafted food and dedicated service.
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8. Boketto Steakhouse
4.5
Awesome(195)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • St. Louis Park
Booked 15 times today
Boketto merges the rich traditions of a steakhouse with a whisper of Asian elegance & a burst of Mediterranean zest. Whether you’re here for a romantic dinner, a celebration with friends, or a memorable night out, Boketto offers an experience beyond the ordinary. Here, upscale & intimate combine with trendy, vibrant, and most importantly — welcoming.From marbled A-5 Japanese and Australian wagyu to our Japanese milk bread, lovingly crafted by Authentic Gourmet, every dish tells a story of tradition meeting creativity. Savor the delicate flavors of our fresh seared scallops, paired with saffron coconut sauce, papaya, thai basil, mint & cilantro, or indulge in the vibrant contrast of our tomato & burrata, elevated with a hint of Calabrian chili, sweet agrodolce, peppery arugula & toasted bread.With a cocktail program and wine list designed for the discerning palate, each visit to Boketto is an exploration of flavor & texture, a journey that lingers long after the last bite.
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9. Butcher & the Boar
4.6
Exceptional(174)
Price: Expensive
• American • Downtown / Mill District
Booked 36 times today
We are fine-casual dining with a fire at the core of its heart. Through the smoke and whiskey ashes of the previous iteration which closed its doors in 2020 rises a new haze of smoke and whiskey as we bring back this iconic brand, smoked meats, bourbon, beer, deep hues, and various spaces to a new location in the North Loop. Butcher & The Boar will honor its beloved roots, while spreading new ones in the fresh foundation that will help our guests embark on a journey with notes of nostalgia that carry the torch forward with new tastes and experiences. With immense gratitude, we invite you to Live Full Boar with us.
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10. The Copper Hen
4.6
Exceptional(2218)
Price: Moderate
• American • Whittier
Booked 12 times today
Welcome to the award winning premier farm-to-table restaurant and bakery in Minneapolis! Serving incredible comfort food from scratch - including chicken pot pie, steak, an incredible brunch, Easter brunch, Mother's Day brunch, and more! Enjoy an amazing cocktail list, beer on tap and wines by the bottle and glass. Also, great for large groups.

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  • Julia
    Minneapolis - St. Paul •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    As always, great food, especially the bread, and the service was quick and friendly. A little loud but it’s worth it
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    Ciao BellaPrice: Moderate• Italian• Bloomington
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    4.9
  • Laurie
    New Orleans / Louisiana •4 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    We had "linner" at 3:00 so Manny's was very quiet. Jorge was a top notch server and great guide to an enjoyable day of celebration. It was odd when the music was turned off per the Manny's tradition given that the place was so empty. This reduced the festive atmosphere. Food was over the top good and the cocktails were exceptional. Jorge and the manager came to deliver an incredibly large chocolate dessert for my mom who was celebrating her 80th birthday. What a treat and show stopping experience. Manny's will remain our place of family celebrations. Minneapolis is fortunate to have such a legendary opportunity!
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    Manny's SteakhousePrice: Very Expensive• Steak• Downtown / North Loop
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    4.8
  • IrisVIP
    Minneapolis - St. Paul •11 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Our menu favorites and new experiences were excellent. Even with a table for 8, service was flawless and well-timed. Bravo!
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    Cafe Lurcat - MinneapolisPrice: Very Expensive• American• Downtown / North Loop
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    4.7
  • Teresa
    Minneapolis - St. Paul •37 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Our server was so attentive and helpful. Our food was delicious (love the chopped salad)!
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    Hazelwood BloomingtonPrice: Moderate• American• Bloomington
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    4.8
  • ArielVIP
    Minneapolis - St. Paul •46 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on 23 May 2025
    A great place to enjoy good Neapolitan crust pizza! Kid friendly and a good wine and beer list! Yes, they have cocktails too! 🥴🥃🥳 so, adult friendly too! Definitely get a reservation or you’ll be waiting a while. Overall a good casual place to enjoy good food with people you like!
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    Pizzeria LolaPrice: Expensive• Pizzeria• South Minneapolis
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    4.8

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