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1. Hell's Kitchen Minneapolis
4.6
Exceptional(5763)
Price: Moderate
• American • Downtown / North Loop
Booked 57 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(1010)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Bloomington
Booked 19 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. Uptown Lobby
3.6
Very Good(15)
Price: Expensive
• Regional Spanish (Southern) • Calhoun Isles
Our Hours change based on events in the theater/lobby. Below are our upcoming dates:Upcoming Dates:-Feb. 14th + 20th: OPEN for cocktails only-Feb. 21st: CLOSED for BINGO LOCO-Feb. 22nd: OPEN for the Blu Kanu performance-Feb. 23rd: OPEN for Super Tramps in the theater-Feb. 28th: OPEN for Latin Dance NightAdd 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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4. Sawatdee Thai Restaurant - Minneapolis
4.5
Awesome(100)
Price: Moderate
• Thai • Downtown / Mill District
Booked 2 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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5. Cadillac Ranch All American Bar & Grill - Mall of America
4.1
Excellent(359)
Price: Moderate
• American • Bloomington
Booked 12 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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6. Pimento Jamaican Kitchen & Rumbar
4.4
Awesome(106)
Price: Moderate
• Jamaican • Downtown / Mill District
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!
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7. Trax Burgers and Bar
4.3
Awesome(229)
Price: Moderate
• American • Downtown / North Loop
Booked 10 times today
We are now open!
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8. Margaritaville - Mall of America
3.7
Very Good(48)
Price: Moderate
• American • Bloomington
Booked 7 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
4.7
Exceptional(3827)
Price: Expensive
• American • St. Paul
Booked 26 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. The Lexington
4.8
Exceptional(3021)
Price: Expensive
• American • St. Paul
Booked 48 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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  • Lamontay
    Minneapolis - St. Paul •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Hell’s Kitchen was a great experience for me and my girlfriend. The server was amazing she was very attentive and even asked if we had any questions as well as offered recommendations. Food was amazing honestly we were both going to come for just burgers but ended up getting the bison birria tacos and the steak. Drinks were good. Ambiance was great with the outlook of everything. Music wasn’t our choice of music but nonetheless was a great experience all around.
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    Hell's Kitchen MinneapolisPrice: Moderate• American• Downtown / North Loop
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    4.6
  • Amanda
    Minneapolis - St. Paul •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Everything far exceeded our expectations. The shrimp bruschetta was so delicious and they do not skimp on the shrimp. The crab boil was just as amazing with generous portions of crab, boiled potatoes, slaw, sausage, corn on the cob and bread. Everything was so well seasoned and love how they tell you how to eat the food- which makes it more than just eating out but a fun experience. The service is also top notch! London was our server and she was so friendly and attentive, and made our visit even more enjoyable. We will definitely be back!
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    The Smack Shack BloomingtonPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Bloomington
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    4.6
  • Louis
    Minneapolis - St. Paul •5 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on 8 Feb 2025
    Food was phenomenal, no wait when we got there. When we were seated, took 5 minutes before we were greeted and drink order taken. My drink came out wrong. Then when ordered refills, took 5-10 minutes before getting the refill. Had the pork chops and sirloin steak and then cheesecake. All were great, tasted good, cooked correctly and filling. Would definitely recommend the place.
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    Cadillac Ranch All American Bar & Grill - Mall of AmericaPrice: Moderate• American• Bloomington
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    4.1
  • sheri
    Minneapolis - St. Paul •9 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on 1 Feb 2025
    We had a fun night. Food was great. Drinks were fun and delicious!
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    Uptown LobbyPrice: Expensive• Regional Spanish (Southern)• Calhoun Isles
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    3.6
  • Michelle
    Minneapolis - St. Paul •1 review
    5.0
    Dined on 16 Jan 2025
    The Cheese wantons & Chicken curry puff appetizers were delicious. I had the green curry with Chicken (medium spicy) and was really happy with my dinner
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    Sawatdee Thai Restaurant - MinneapolisPrice: Moderate• Thai• Downtown / Mill District
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    4.5

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