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1. Hazelwood Bloomington

4.7

Exceptional(6195)

Price: Moderate

• American • Bloomington

Booked 65 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. Rainforest Cafe - Mall Of America

4.0

Excellent(1365)

Price: Moderate

• American • Bloomington

Booked 28 times today

Rainforest Cafe at Mall of America is a hit among kids and adults alike for its unique, fun, and adventurous ambiance. It's not just a meal, it's an experience - complete with cascading waterfalls, tropical rainstorms, trumpeting elephants, and entertaining gorillas. As one reviewer put it, it's a 'safari for the senses.' The food is delicious, with a menu full of tropical treats and an out-of-this-world VOLCANO dessert. It's a great place for special birthday meals and is highly recommended by many for its fun atmosphere, great service, and wonderful food.

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3. Sugar Factory Express - Mall of America

3.9

Excellent(1125)

Price: Moderate

• American • Bloomington

Booked 9 times today

Sugar Factory Express is a fun-filled, whimsical dining experience, loved by many celebrities. It's a go-to place for a special celebration, as quoted by reviewers. You'll enjoy floor-to-ceiling candy bins, homemade gelato, and artisan coffee. The menu includes the famous 24-scoop King Kong Sundae and alcohol-infused candy smoking goblets. The ambiance is lively, making it a great spot for a fun day out with family and friends.

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4. Benihana - Mall of America, MN

3.7

Very Good(3829)

Price: Moderate

• Japanese • Bloomington

Booked 35 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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5. Buca di Beppo - St. Paul

4.2

Awesome(1127)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • St. Paul

Booked 29 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.

6. The Lexington

4.7

Exceptional(2935)

Price: Expensive

• American • St. Paul

Booked 12 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.

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7. Cedar + Stone, Urban Table

4.6

Exceptional(1347)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Bloomington

Booked 18 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.

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8. CRAVE - Mall of America

4.6

Exceptional(2878)

Price: Moderate

• American • Bloomington

Booked 28 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.

9. Twin City Grill

4.6

Exceptional(2667)

Price: Moderate

• American • Bloomington

Booked 18 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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10. Cadillac Ranch All American Bar & Grill - Mall of America

4.2

Awesome(354)

Price: Moderate

• American • Bloomington

Booked 7 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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sara
Minneapolis - St. Paul •14 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Met a business colleague there for lunch and was impressed. Lots of light made the space feel open and airy. Menu was diverse. I chose the meatloaf which was a daily lunch feature and my friend had the Reuben which he said was excellent and looked amazing. The meatloaf was very good and a large portion. I would come back for happy hour to see who the restaurant draws in the evening.
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Hazelwood BloomingtonPrice: Moderate• American• Bloomington
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4.7
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Natasha
Minneapolis - St. Paul •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Everything was great, the waiter was too. The cook was a bit messy, food was flying everywhere. I've been to multiple Teppian-style restaurants and the order on which he cooked the food was not good. Normally the food would be cooked together with some placed on different sides of the grill. As the rice is being prepared the other items are slowly cooked until they are brought to the middle of the grill for completion. By the time the other food items were done at this location, the rice was a little cold.
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Benihana - Mall of America, MNPrice: Moderate• Japanese• Bloomington
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3.7
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Las Vegas •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
We had simply the best Service and Food… celebrated 3 birthdays and couldn’t have asked for a better experience. We had a party of 10 and the staff was on top of everything. Highly recommend the Lemon cake.. best desert. Thanks for a magnificent experience…we will be back.
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Buca di Beppo - St. PaulPrice: Moderate• Italian• St. Paul
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4.2
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AsijaF
Minneapolis - St. Paul •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 19 Nov 2024
They service was great and timely also sung me happy bday with complimentary ice cream desert cup
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Sugar Factory Express - Mall of AmericaPrice: Moderate• American• Bloomington
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3.9
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Stacey
Iowa •1 review
5.0
Dined on 9 Nov 2024
Great experience. We had a wonderful experience. Will be back again
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Rainforest Cafe - Mall Of AmericaPrice: Moderate• American• Bloomington
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122 restaurants available nearby

1. Hazelwood Bloomington

2. Rainforest Cafe - Mall Of America

3. Sugar Factory Express - Mall of America

4. Benihana - Mall of America, MN

5. Buca di Beppo - St. Paul

6. The Lexington

7. Cedar + Stone, Urban Table

8. CRAVE - Mall of America

9. Twin City Grill

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

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