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1. Hell's Kitchen Minneapolis

4.6

Exceptional(5711)

Price: Moderate

• American • Downtown / North Loop

Booked 164 times today

Comfort food with an upscale twist...In the heart of downtown Minneapolis, appropriately located in a beautiful underground space, you'll discover Hell's Kitchen, an employee-owned restaurant known for its damn good food. Join us for breakfast, lunch, dinner or drinks 7 days a week, and enjoy REAL comfort food made by chefs who care, described by food writers as "unique but not fancy; interesting but not fussy". Almost everything is made from scratch, from our award-winning peanut butter to our unique dips and dressings, winning us over 67 "best" awards as well as accolades in Gourmet Magazine, Conde Nast Traveler, Midwest Living, and other national magazines. And bring the kids along... you should see the cheeky notes they write to us!"Rather than rave on, let us just say if you're in Minnesota and want to wow your tastebuds, go to Hell's Kitchen. It is inspired and inspiring." (Jane & Michael Stern, NPR)

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2. The Smack Shack Bloomington

4.6

Exceptional(994)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Bloomington

Booked 47 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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3. Trax Burgers and Bar

4.4

Awesome(225)

Price: Moderate

• American • Downtown / North Loop

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4. Cadillac Ranch All American Bar & Grill - Mall of America

4.3

Awesome(356)

Price: Moderate

• American • Bloomington

Booked 67 times today

Cadillac Ranch is an eclectic mix of great food, great service, and a fun and entertaining experience. We feature a made from scratch menu with a wide variety of steaks, burgers, seafood, pasta, salads and outstanding flatbreads. Couple that with multiple bars, a mechanical bull, and a rock ’n roll inspired décor that will keep you coming back for more. Cadillac Ranch creates a fun, comfortably social atmosphere, delivers great service and well mixed drinks along with a large selection of beers.

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5. Pimento Jamaican Kitchen & Rumbar

4.4

Awesome(106)

Price: Moderate

• Jamaican • Downtown / Mill District

Booked 2 times today

AUTHENTIC JAMAICAN JERK, FROM AUTHENTIC JAMAICAN JERKSJamaicans have been embodying the Natural, Local, & Slow Food philosophies for generations – without even trying! That’s why Pimento is so committed to product purity, seasonality, and mindful preparation. These are the cornerstones of our cuisine.Family recipes meet French technique in all of our authentic Jamaican dishes.Please no reservations Monday and Tuesday’s Wednesday -Friday Happy hour 4-7pmHalf price Drinks , Food Specials(Light Background Reggae Music, nice atmosphere & time for Family meal or Dinner meeting) FYI on Fridays at 7pm Live dj will start his show. Seating is limited due to covid compliance. Masks are required!

6. Uptown Lobby

3.4

Very Good(11)

Price: Expensive

• Southern Spain • Calhoun Isles

Booked 5 times today

Add our bar and restaurant in Minneapolis, MN to your weekend plans, date night or special occasion!Maybe you’re looking for a place to enjoy live music, karaoke, dancing or bingo along with your favorite Local spirits in our unique craft cocktails. Maybe you’d like a unique, Spanish-inspired meal for dinner. If you come to the Uptown Lobby at Granada Theater in uptown Minneapolis, you can find these things and more. At our bar and restaurant, we serve a wide variety of local spirits, craft beers serve flavorful brunches and dinners and host all kinds of events. Weekly and daily specials available. Perfect for after work, date night.

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7. Sawatdee Thai Restaurant - Minneapolis

4.6

Exceptional(99)

Price: Moderate

• Thai • Downtown / Mill District

Booked 3 times today

Welcome to Sawatdee - Minneapolis! We are OPEN for dine in, take out and delivery. Serving award-winning Thai cuisine since 1983, Sawatdee is home to Thai food, party spaces, a great happy hour, live music, and impeccable service. When we first opened our doors at 1983, the Sawatdee mission was simple: to take our community on an adventure full of Thai flavors and good times. Many years later, that adventure is still as exciting as ever. Not only we expanded with more restaurants to share our flavors with more folks, we've added to to the flavors we offer, as well! Our Minneapolis location is a beautiful warehouse-turned-restaurant, complete with a gold leaf ceiling and glass etchings of a Thai goddess. Specialties include Rama Thai Delight, Pad Thai, and a Tail of Two Cities.Thai it. You'll Like it! (tm)

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8. Margaritaville - Mall of America

3.6

Very Good(41)

Price: Moderate

• American • Bloomington

Booked 18 times today

From a large flowing margarita machine to our tropical atmosphere, Margaritaville is more than a restaurant; it's a state of mind. Margaritaville has everything you need to have a good time: island-inspired flavors, live entertainment on our patio and indoor stage, and a welcoming 5 o'Clock Somewhere Bar. Sip and savor in paradise with house-made margaritas, frozen boat drinks and cold LandShark Lager, and enjoy signature food items like the Cheeseburger in Paradise and Volcano Nachos. Whichever you choose, our restaurant is the perfect location for family fun!

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9. Downtowner Woodfire Grill

4.6

Exceptional(3804)

Price: Expensive

• American • Saint Paul

Booked 43 times today

"simply beyond the ordinary""****" - Kathie Jenkins - Saint Paul Pioneer PressDowntowner Woodfire Grill specializes in Persian fire roasted meats, grilled steaks and chops, and gourmet wood-fired pizzas. The atmosphere is warm & lively offering 2 fireplaces, a full bar with 3 fountains and live jazz. The restaurant offers free parking with convenience to both the Xcel Energy Center & Ordway Theater. Downtowner Woodfire Grill also provides a full menu for breakfast & lunch, and a children's menu. This cozy restaurant serves a great plate as well as provides an experience to savor.

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10. Redstone American Grill - Eden Prairie

4.5

Awesome(4239)

Price: Expensive

• American • Eden Prairie

Booked 80 times today

From the moment you walk into Redstone, you know you’re in for a truly special experience. Each guest is warmly greeted at the door with a genuine smile. The people here are glad to see you and it shows. As you pass the cozy fireplace and take in the view of the bustling bar, you know you’ve arrived.Dining at Redstone is so much more than a delicious meal; it’s a memorable experience – from the carefully selected music to the first class service.Redstone features a wood-burning grill, rotisserie and an open exhibition kitchen where our signature steaks, creative appetizers, chicken and the freshest seafood available are creatively prepared. The rugged yet romantic atmosphere is perfect for any occasion, an intimate dinner, a business lunch or Sunday brunch.Adventurous and uncompromising, Redstone’s attention to detail is evident in our commitment to making everything from scratch and to our relentless pursuit of total guest satisfaction.

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KarenVIP
Minneapolis - St. Paul •150 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
We consistently have great food, drinks and service here. First time tried the oysters, and they were super, and a good value at happy hour.
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The Smack Shack BloomingtonPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Bloomington
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4.6
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Bill
Minneapolis - St. Paul •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Loved everything about Cadillac Ranch! Our waitress Dev was amazing!
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Cadillac Ranch All American Bar & Grill - Mall of AmericaPrice: Moderate• American• Bloomington
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4.3
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Theresa
Minneapolis - St. Paul •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
A great place for a special occasion always -- but esp. at the Holidays. Great decor, lovely free music, cool drinks, great service and the photo booth all make for a fun time. And being employee owned is a cherry on the top of the sundae. I wish they had more vegan dishes. There is very little there for me to eat.
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Hell's Kitchen MinneapolisPrice: Moderate• American• Downtown / North Loop
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4.6
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Paula
Minneapolis - St. Paul •9 reviews
4.0
Dined on 20 Oct 2024
Our visit on Sunday, 10/20/24, was our first. We were really impressed with the menu selections and our appetizer - cauliflower - and the burger we shared - Lucy - were both very good. The best part of the night was the bartender/server we were assigned: Skylar. Skylar was prompt, provided fantastic drinks, and was at least as entertaining as the band we saw that night, Llorna Shore. If we purchase tickets to another show at The Fillmore, we will definitely return to Trax.
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Trax Burgers and BarPrice: Moderate• American• Downtown / North Loop
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4.4
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Danny
Nebraska •3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 5 Oct 2024
Pimento Kitchen in Minneapolis is a must-try! I had the chicken curry, and the spice level was just right—full of flavor with the perfect kick. Loved the reggae music playing in the next room, which created a great atmosphere. It was my first visit, thanks to a friend's recommendation, and it won’t be my last. If you’re looking for authentic Jamaican food and great vibes, this is the spot! Highly recommend for anyone craving bold flavors and a fun dining experience. #PimentoKitchen #JamaicanFood #MinneapolisEats #AuthenticFlavors #ChickenCurry #ReggaeVibes #FoodieFinds
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Pimento Jamaican Kitchen & RumbarPrice: Moderate• Jamaican• Downtown / Mill District
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4.4

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15 restaurants available nearby

1. Hell's Kitchen Minneapolis

2. The Smack Shack Bloomington

3. Trax Burgers and Bar

4. Cadillac Ranch All American Bar & Grill - Mall of America

5. Pimento Jamaican Kitchen & Rumbar

6. Uptown Lobby

7. Sawatdee Thai Restaurant - Minneapolis

8. Margaritaville - Mall of America

9. Downtowner Woodfire Grill

10. Redstone American Grill - Eden Prairie

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