Restaurants near Minnesota Historical Society Historic Fort Snelling

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1. Hazelwood Bloomington

4.8

Exceptional(6415)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Bloomington

Booked 167 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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2. Buca di Beppo - St. Paul

4.3

Awesome(1152)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Saint Paul

Booked 17 times today

If you are looking for an Italian Restaurant in St. Paul, MN then come to Buca. Our Italian Restaurant serves Authentic Family Style Italian Food. When you want plentiful portions of the best tasting Italian food, you better go to Buca. Located on Gannon Road, in a bend of the Mississippi River, your St. Paul Buca is serving up authentic Italian pastas, entrees, and pizzas for lunch and dinner every day.

3. The Lexington

4.8

Exceptional(3048)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Saint Paul

Booked 35 times today

The Lexington is more than a restaurant, it’s an institution. Located on the corner of Lexington Parkway and Grand Avenue, this St. Paul community was the most fashionable at the turn of the 19th century. The St. Paul elite lived just blocks away and the first electric trolley brought visitors up and down Grand Avenue. The Lexington opened in 1935, after the end of prohibition, and was a popular neighborhood bar to gather and socialize. Previously operating as a speakeasy, the expansive wood panels were perfect for hiding a little booze and one can only imagine the shenanigans going on beyond the hidden staircase behind the coat check. For decades following, The Lex, as it’s called by locals and enthusiasts alike, was the place to be seen; business dealings, cocktail hours, and milestone celebrations were a regular occurrence for St. Paul socialites.

4. Kyndred Hearth

4.7

Exceptional(1216)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Eagan

Booked 30 times today

With a focus on quality ingredients, simplicity and execution, the menu features James Beard award-winning chef, Ann Kim’s take on familiar favorites. Located on the first floor, Kyndred Hearth is a comfortable, modern setting. It will serve as a welcoming neighborhood gathering space for the community, and gives out of town visitors a taste of the Minneapolis food scene during their stay at Viking Lakes.

5. La Voya

4.3

Awesome(95)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• French • Bloomington

Featuring traditional French dishes infused with Minnesotan influence, La Voya delights with a signature twist on favorite classics. An enviable wine and champagne list, as well as expertly crafted traditional cocktails, compliments the Brasserie's well-rounded menu, which offers selections ranging from light, healthy choices to delectable comfort foods. Beautiful windows create bright and inviting spaces for breakfast and lunch, while plush curtains candlelight and music creates an intimate, sophisticated environment for evening dining and lingering, late night drinking.

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6. joan's in the Park

5.0

Exceptional(2129)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• American • Saint Paul

Booked 8 times today

joan's in the Park restaurant and full service bar is an elegantly cozy dining destination, located on Snelling Avenue in Highland Park. We offer a 4 course menu designed by Chef /owner Susan Dunlop, which includes distinctive American cuisine . We offer only the finest ingredients, sourced locally when possible. Maître d'/owner Joan Schmitt (and Highland Park native) offers first-class hospitality. Our carefully selected wine, beer and signature cocktail list will also appeal to all tastes. joan's is a must try, if you enjoy great food and amazing hospitality in a warm and inviting atmosphere.

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7. Cedar + Stone, Urban Table

4.6

Exceptional(1366)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Bloomington

Booked 12 times today

Open for Brunch on Saturday & Sunday from 6:30am to 3pmInspired by a fusion of culinary cultures, Minnesota’s natural surroundings and relationships with farmers within 200 miles, Cedar + Stone creates a vibrant dining experience that is not only fresh, delicious and unique, but true to its local roots. Relish in a dynamic farm to table Minneapolis experience.

8. Twin City Grill

4.7

Exceptional(2718)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Bloomington

Booked 60 times today

Located on the first floor of the Mall of America, Twin City Grill is an American grill offering a comfortable environment with homemade comfort foods, ideal for your shopping break. Take a seat at our bar during happy hour and sip on a local craft beer, or choose from one of our 20 wines by the glass or a hand-shaken classic cocktail. Enjoy our relaxing dining room as a retreat from the hustle bustle of the mall, and enjoy classic comfort foods done right. From Northern Lakes Walleye Fish Fry, to grill classics such as our Prime Meatloaf with old-fashioned gravy and a Roast Turkey Plate with scratch made stuffing, we offer a variety of dishes that are sure to leave you satisfied. Or, select from one of our crispy grilled flatbreads, fresh salads or sandwiches served with salt n’ vinegar fries. Whether it’s a casual meal, special night out, or business meeting, stop in for lunch or dinner at Twin City Grill, located in the North Garden of the mall. Reservations accepted.

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9. Benihana - Mall of America, MN

3.7

Very Good(3886)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Japanese • Bloomington

Booked 72 times today

Welcome to Benihana, a dining experience unlike any other! Our guests are seated at communal tables in groups, where your personal chef will perform the ancient art of Teppanyaki. Watch as we slice and dice, preparing a meal that will dazzle your eyes as well taste buds, whether you choose mouth-watering steak, tender chicken or succulent seafood. You can also enjoy sushi prepared by a talented sushi chef and indulge in a specialty cocktail.

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10. Rainforest Cafe - Mall Of America

4.1

Excellent(1404)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Bloomington

Booked 159 times today

You don’t have to travel far to dine in a tropical rainforest, It’s a safari for the senses. Our menu contains an array of delicious items and tropical treats you’re sure to go WILD for. End your journey with the out-of-this-world VOLCANO dessert. Discover the rainforest, complete with cascading waterfalls, tropical rainstorms, trumpeting elephants and entertaining gorillas. It’s not just another meal; it’s an adventure! Don’t forget to take a journey through our Retail Village.CAUTION: Flashing lights and thunder sounds inside restaurant. May cause discomfort and/ or seizures for those with photosensitive epilepsy.

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DavidVIP
Caribbean •18 reviews
4.0
Dined 1 day ago
Good food and fine service. Busy and fun place to dine
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Hazelwood BloomingtonPrice: Moderate• American• Bloomington
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4.8
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Harvey
Minneapolis - St. Paul •5 reviews
4.0
Dined 2 days ago
Fun experience with better ambiance than food, but pretty good actually. Good value, fun time!
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Rainforest Cafe - Mall Of AmericaPrice: Moderate• American• Bloomington
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4.1
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Harvey
Minneapolis - St. Paul •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Very crowded in a Wednesday evening, but we got a round table in the middle of the restaurant for six people. We could hear each other well despite the background noise. Good energy, excellent attentive, service. Menu is relatively small, but all six items were very good to excellent. Salmon, steak special, flatbread pizza, and skol burger all well rated very good to excellent. Second time here, will return.
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Kyndred HearthPrice: Expensive• Italian• Eagan
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4.7
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TimmVIP
Minneapolis - St. Paul •12 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
We always have a great experience at the Lexington! The food is flavorful and the service is very attentive.
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The LexingtonPrice: Expensive• American• Saint Paul
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4.8
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TimVIP
Minneapolis - St. Paul •7 reviews
5.0
Dined on Mar 6, 2025
A great restaurant. The food is always delicious. Highly recommended!
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Twin City GrillPrice: Moderate• American• Bloomington
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4.7

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