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A photo of Granite City Food & Brewery - Eagan restaurant
1. Granite City Food & Brewery - Eagan
4.4
Awesome(1025)
Price: Moderate
• American • Eagan
Booked 5 times today
With its warm, inviting and modern design, Granite City Food & Brewery’s expansive interior features a spacious and comfortable dining room, four-sided modern, full-service bar and three private dining areas, as well as an outdoor patio. The on-site brewery, with award-winning hand crafted micro-brews, is visible from the main dining and bar areas. The restaurant also showcases an open kitchen featuring chef developed, handcrafted made-from-scratch cuisine, including innovative signature entrees, flatbreads and more.Granite City Food & Brewery’s signature brews, which are made on-site, include The Duke (Pale Ale), The Bennie (Bock), The Batch (Double IPA), The Northern (American Style Light Lager) and The Stout. Seasonal brews are featured throughout the year.
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2. Boca Chica Restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(1407)
Price: Moderate
• Mexican • Saint Paul
Booked 8 times today
Boca Chica Mexican Restaurant has served the flavorful, authentic cuisine of Mexico since 1964. It was then that Guillermo and Gloria Frias opened the doors to their new restaurant that seated only 28 patrons. Today, Boca Chica has grown substantially and is rated "one of the best Mexican restaurants in the Twin Cities," according to the Minneapolis-St. Paul Magazine’s March 2018 issue.The authenticity of the food is maintained by making everything from scratch, the old-fashioned way, with fresh ingredients. Even the fiery salsa is still made with fresh tomatoes, chiles, and that special Frias family touch. Our menu includes some of the more traditional foods such as guisados, sopes, carne asada, chile rellenos, and tamales. Taste is never compromised. We also have a full bar featuring the city’s best selection of Mexican beers and premium tequilas. Voted "Best Margarita" by City Pages.
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3. Hazelwood Bloomington
4.8
Exceptional(6370)
Price: Moderate
• American • Bloomington
Booked 111 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. Milwaukee Road
4.0
Excellent(227)
Price: Expensive
• American • Downtown / North Loop
Booked 7 times today
Milwaukee Road at the Renaissance Minneapolis Hotel, The Depot is a favorite among guests as well as Twin Cities residents, featuring distinct menus with specialized and local flare. You can always count on Milwaukee Road for a hearty breakfast buffet to start the day, followed by unique regional lunch and dinner entrées.Our chef combines the best of regional culinary specialties with memorable dishes and tempting desserts – any of which pairs beautifully with a selection from our wine list or one of our many regional craft ales. Enjoy your meal in the gorgeous restaurant dining room or our outdoor seasonal patio; you'll find either setting to be warm, welcoming and distinctly Minnesota.
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5. Chianti Grill - Roseville
4.7
Exceptional(6758)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Roseville
Booked 54 times today
Chianti Grill features authentic and contemporary Italian cuisine along with aged Angus steaks and seafood. The award-winning food is complimented by an extensive wine list featuring selections from California, Italy, and around the world. Chianti Grill's friendly service and warm inviting atmosphere make for a memorable experience.
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6. UNION Rooftop
4.4
Awesome(3314)
Price: Moderate
• American • Downtown / North Loop
Booked 14 times today
A word from UNION RooftopExperience the Union of talent, creativity, art, food, and design.Kaskaid Hospitality has been credited with bringing dining in the Twin Cities to new heights, and UNION Rooftop is the crown jewel in its latest unveiling of unique hospitality concepts. Painstaking attention was paid to every detail, from restoring the building’s original architectural treasures to installing the one-of-a-kind retractable rooftop. UNION has engaged a talented culinary team that holds themselves to the highest standards, ensuring every dish is special, surprising, and cohesive. We have created a menu that can be experienced in just the right proportions, from an elegant snack before the theater, to a celebratory private dining tasting menu featuring ingredients that change daily.Valet Parking Available Nightly
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7. CRAVE - LaSalle Plaza
4.5
Awesome(4307)
Price: Moderate
• American • Downtown / North Loop
Booked 16 times today
CRAVE American Kitchen & Sushi Bar was built out of a passion to create a dining experience unlike any other. We combine quality-sourced ingredients, chic ambiance, outstanding service, and diverse menu choices to create an unforgettable dining experience. The energy of the restaurant is all encompassing – the buzz of guests and staff, the warm and open design, the modern sushi bar, the fresh spin on American cuisine, and the sense of discovery around every corner. A CRAVE guest will leave knowing they experienced just the right mix of great food, entertainment, and service in what can only be defined as The CRAVE Experience.
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8. The Howe Daily Kitchen
4.7
Exceptional(132)
Price: Moderate
• American • Longfellow
Booked 6 times today
Welcome to The Howe, the neighborhood gem of Longfellow. Featuring over 40 craft and domestic taps, craft cocktails, broasted chicken, and creative vegan and gluten free options for all dining preferences. Enjoy a cozy meal in one of our booths, catch a game in the bar with multiple big screen TV's, or bring your four-legged friend to dine on our brand new fully enclosed and heated year-round dog friendly patio.
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9. The News Room
4.3
Awesome(1332)
Price: Moderate
• American • Downtown / North Loop
Booked 8 times today
The News Room offers an American eclectic menu in a warm comfortable environment.Whether planning a casual gathering or a private dinner, The News Room offers a multiplicity of space to adapt easily to any event. Conveniently located on the Nicollet Mall strip in the heart of downtown Minneapolis, we are only steps away from many hotels, Orchestra Hall, and just a few blocks from The Target Center, The Orpheum, Pantages, and State Theaters.
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10. Porter Creek Hardwood Grilll
4.6
Exceptional(1099)
Price: Moderate
• American • Burnsville
Booked 11 times today
In the spirit of wine country, Porter Creek features a fresh contemporary American menu with California-Mediterranean influences. Signature to the brand are fire roasted meats and rustic vegetables from the rotisserie and woodfired oven where temperatures approach 600 degrees.As a complement to the menu, Porter Creek offers 80+ bottles of wine – 60 of which are featured by the glass, and over 100 premium brands of spirits including scotch, tequila, bourbon & rye sippers!Rejoice during the warmer months on this outdoor patio! Whether you’re dining al fresco or enjoying a cocktail at the outdoor bar, a fireplace or water feature is never far away…your oasis in the city!

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From verified diners like you
  • Heidi
    Minneapolis - St. Paul •25 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Always a great experience. Food is consistently good and servers are always friendly. Check on you regularly but didn’t rush us or leave us stranded.
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    Hazelwood BloomingtonPrice: Moderate• American• Bloomington
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    4.8
  • ThomasVIP
    Minneapolis - St. Paul •127 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    My husband had the squid ink pasta special and I had a burger and fries. We had a cocktail as well. Everything was great and our server was as well. 
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    Ciao BellaPrice: Moderate• Italian• Bloomington
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    4.9
  • Jason
    Minneapolis - St. Paul •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    We did the Valentines Day Northern Starlight Express. So much fun. Loved every minute of it.
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    Milwaukee RoadPrice: Expensive• American• Downtown / North Loop
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    4
  • TREVOR
    Minneapolis - St. Paul •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Boca Chica has been a tradition for our family every Valentine’s Day 8 years running. My parents used to come here in the late 60’s, early 70’s when it was just a small handful of tables. It’s been a hallmark in our family for over a half century. I eat Taco house for lunch many times a month…..probably more than I should admit. Best refried beans in town imo.
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    Boca Chica RestaurantPrice: Moderate• Mexican• Saint Paul
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    4.8
  • Tim
    Minneapolis - St. Paul •5 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    Only problem we had was the bar was backed up. We got our first round of drinks right away. We wanted our next round with supper and we were done for 10 minutes before they showed, the manager took care of it and all was good. It was Valentins so it was busy. Will not stop us from going back. Thanks Granit City. See you next time.
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    Granite City Food & Brewery - EaganPrice: Moderate• American• Eagan
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    4.4

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