Best Restaurants that are Worth The Drive in South Minneapolis

21 restaurants available nearby

1. Pizzeria Lola

4.8

Exceptional(159)

Price: Expensive

• Pizzeria • South Minneapolis

Booked 51 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.

2. Breva

4.0

Excellent(102)

Price: Expensive

• American • Downtown / Mill District

Booked 7 times today

Welcome to Breva, the quintessential neighborhood gathering spot in the heart of Downtown Minneapolis. At Breva, we invite you to experience the essence of conviviality, served up with a touch of elegance in a casual chic setting. Our culinary journey is guided by the expert hands of Chef Bjorn Thomson and a team of seasoned hospitality professionals. Together, they've crafted a menu that's a true celebration of the New American spirit – elevated, unpretentious, and discerning. Breva is just minutes from the Convention Center and Orchestra Hall, and a short drive from local theaters and sports stadiums. Breva is an ideal destination for all groups and occasions!

3. Stonegarden

4.9

Exceptional(43)

Price: Moderate

• Breakfast • South Minneapolis

Booked 13 times today

Minutes from Minneapolis-St.Paul Airport (MSP), Stonegarden blends global influences with French technique to create a chef-driven destination for breakfast and brunch. Join us when meeting friends, enjoying a date day, or business lunch; our modern, bright, and warm space is perfect for groups and individuals. Start with our nourishing bone broths, the Scotch Egg or Maryland Crab Cake. Perhaps, indulge in the Poutine with smoked tomato gravy and sunny egg. Favorites include the French Onion Omelette, Norwegian Benedict with house-cured gravlax, Challah French Toast or delectable tartines. Pair your meal with our handcrafted cocktails, like the Espresso Martini or Sage 75, mocktails, unique wines, or espresso beverages. Vegan, vegetarian, halal-friendly, and gluten-free choices make Stonegarden inclusive and welcoming.Open early, Stonegarden is perfect for travelers, locals, and business persons seeking delicious breakfast and brunch.

4. Fogao Gaucho

4.6

Exceptional(153)

Price: Expensive

• Brazilian • Bloomington

Booked 16 times today

Fogão Gaúcho is a family-owned and operated restaurant connecting flavors of Brazil with the community through culinary traditions and culture. With decades of experience, our obsession with high quality food and superior service is reflected in every aspect of the Guest experience. The drive comes from a passion for excellence and attention to detail and quality in everything we do. Our gaúcho chefs prepare a variety of delicious meats and serve them directly to your table side, cooked to your perfection. We here, at Fogão Gaúcho, are filled with culture and passion, ready to serve our guests!

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5. Milly's Wine Bar & Bistro

4.9

Exceptional(67)

Price: Moderate

• Wine Bar • Northeast Minneapolis

Booked 27 times today

Just on the edge of downtown, we’re located in the stunning Mill District! Milly’s is a gathering place whether you are a wine enthusiast or novice, we hope to find the perfect pairing for you. Our goal is to make wine accessible, affordable, & fun, with food to delight your taste buds.Pull up a chair, grab a book, try something new, meet a neighbor or make a new friend. Like we always say- ‘Come for a glass, stay for a bottle!’

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6. The Melting Pot - Minneapolis

4.5

Awesome(2876)

Price: Expensive

• Fondue • Downtown / North Loop

Booked 48 times today

Bring your big appetite to the big city. In downtown Minneapolis, The Melting Pot is your quintessential fine-dining restaurant. Start with freshly made salads and handcrafted dressings before you skewer succulent strips of steak, and finish the smorgasbord with our famous chocolate fondue. Desserts rank high here, and just like the complex taste of our entrées, there’s something to be said of our artisan cheeses and luscious chocolates. But in our cozy corner of dessert paradise, we’re more than just a classy addition to Minnesota’s culinary scene. We are casual and approachable, which makes us an excellent choice for reconnecting with long-lost friends, updating loved ones about your life, or simply breaking the ice on a romantic date.

7. Big Bowl - Edina

4.5

Awesome(1986)

Price: Moderate

• Chinese • Edina

Booked 23 times today

There’s really only one place for authentic Chinese and Thai–and that’s Big Bowl. It all begins with the highest quality ingredients–naturally raised chicken and beef, heirloom pork, sustainable seafood and produce grown locally. Because Big Bowl believes that the best food is made from scratch, you can taste big, bold layers of flavors in every dish, from the curries right down to the dipping sauces. Everyone raves about the pad Thai, our spicy dishes that are truly hot, and our create-your-own stir-fry–and for good reason. Every element adds up to big taste and takes our food to another level, be it a fresh squeeze of lime, fragrant herbs or the seared Thai chilies. Big Bowl is so big on authentic flavors that even the ginger ale is made with fresh ginger root–from scratch, of course.

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8. The Smack Shack Bloomington

4.6

Exceptional(1003)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Bloomington

Booked 13 times today

Casual, coastal restaurant in Bloomington. Reservations are taken for the dining room only, patio seating is available on a first-come, first-serve basis. Please check in with hosts upon arrival for patio seating.Although named for the boats used to catch lobster, Smack Shack was launched as a food truck in 2010 serving lobster rolls from a land-locked downtown Minneapolis parking lot. Owner Josh Thoma had a great recipe and a belief that the appetite for fresh lobster in the Twin Cities was as strong as in any coastal city.Smack Shack is committed to serving sustainable seafood and is a partner in the Minnesota Zoo’s Fish Smart program. Sustainable seafood is wild-caught or farm-raised seafood that has established practices to ensure the long-term growth and thriving populations of seafood with limited harm to the environment.Group reservations and private dining available. One of MSP's top 50 restaurants in 2022! Featured on Food Network's Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives.

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9. Topgolf Swing Suite at Graduate Minneapolis

4.5

Awesome(28)

Price: Moderate

• Sports Bar • Downtown / North Loop

Booked 1 time today

Make a sport out of socializing at the new Topgolf® Swing Suite® at Graduate Minneapolis. Cheer on the Gophers while playing a game of your own. Rent out a hitting bay (or the whole space!) for your next work or social gathering. It’s the perfect spot to host a party, hang with pals, or even practice your drive during the off-season.

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10. Trax Burgers and Bar

4.4

Awesome(225)

Price: Moderate

• American • Downtown / North Loop

Booked 1 time today

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KristinVIP
Minneapolis - St. Paul •164 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Great service - knowledgeable and friendly. Great wine- like the dual options. Good sharing menus. Best way to describe this place is quaint yet energetic, so it is good for conversations with a girl friend or a date spot. Highly recommend.
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Milly's Wine Bar & BistroPrice: Moderate• Wine Bar• Northeast Minneapolis
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4.9
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Mark
Minneapolis - St. Paul •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Wonderful service, terrific food. (Many vegetarian options) Great attention to detail from kitchen to servers.
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Pizzeria LolaPrice: Expensive• Pizzeria• South Minneapolis
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4.8
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AngelVIP
Minneapolis - St. Paul •50 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
The Chef's Dinner was our first visit to Stonegarden, but it won't be our last. From the moment we walked in, service was top-notch, and everything on the prix fixe menu for the evening was delicious. Portions were just the right size to be full at the end of the evening and paired well with the wines. Now we need to try the brunch!
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StonegardenPrice: Moderate• Breakfast• South Minneapolis
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4.9
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Meghan
Minneapolis - St. Paul •1 review
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
The food is always great. My one complaint is that they don't come around with all the meat options often.
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Bullvino's Churrascaria BloomingtonPrice: Expensive• Brazilian Steakhouse• Bloomington
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4.7
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Donn
Minneapolis - St. Paul •1 review
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
The experience at Fogao Gaucho was great! The food and the staff made it an enjoyable experience. My only complaint is actually with Open Table. We wanted to add another person to the reservation but we're told there were no reservations available. When we got there, the place was nearly empty and never got above 25% of capacity so there was no reason we should not have been able to enlarge our reservation. 1 out of 10 stars for Open Table
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Fogao GauchoPrice: Expensive• Brazilian• Bloomington
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4.6

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21 restaurants available nearby

1. Pizzeria Lola

2. Breva

3. Stonegarden

4. Fogao Gaucho

5. Milly's Wine Bar & Bistro

6. The Melting Pot - Minneapolis

7. Big Bowl - Edina

8. The Smack Shack Bloomington

9. Topgolf Swing Suite at Graduate Minneapolis

10. Trax Burgers and Bar

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