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1. Kincaid's - St. Paul
4.6
Exceptional(4975)
Price: Moderate
• Seafood • St. Paul
Booked 35 times today
Artfully serving quality steaks, and fresh and innovative seafood since 1986. Enjoy lunch, dinner or perhaps a special business or romantic occasion in our warm and inviting dining room.
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2. Downtowner Woodfire Grill
4.7
Exceptional(3776)
Price: Expensive
• American • St. Paul
Booked 28 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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3. Manny's Steakhouse
4.7
Exceptional(8372)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steak • Downtown / North Loop
Booked 77 times today
Masculine, bright, accented with wood & leather, Manny's evokes the great steakhouses of New York & Chicago - & eclipses them in critical & popular acclaim. Rated Top Five in the U.S. by the Zagat Guide, named one of America's top Steakhouses by the Knife & Fork Club, Men's Journal & the Independent Cattleman's Association, & a perennial winner of newspaper & magazine reader polls, Manny's commands a fanatical local following & a national reputation. Wrote the New York Times: "There's good news in Minneapolis for those who still share the secret pleasures of red meat, well-cut & seriously served." In addition to USDA-certified, dry- aged, center-cut beef, Manny's offers chops, chicken, fresh seafood & a Wine Spectator Award-winning wine list.
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4. Hazelwood Bloomington
4.7
Exceptional(6191)
Price: Moderate
• American • Bloomington
Booked 132 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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5. Hell's Kitchen Minneapolis
4.6
Exceptional(5637)
Price: Moderate
• American • Downtown / North Loop
Booked 115 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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6. Nolo's Kitchen & Bar
4.6
Exceptional(1100)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • Downtown / North Loop
Booked 40 times today
**Please note all reservations are for Nolo's Kitchen, the rooftop is first come, first serve. For cabana rentals please visit https://www.rooftopbarmpls.com/cabanas**Located at the historic Gardner Hardware Building at 515 Washington Ave N in the North Loop neighborhood of Minneapolis. The NOLO's team consists of Marty Collins, Brett Johnson and Peter Hoff, each native Minnesotans with extensive industry experience. Marty has owned over 10 restaurant concepts in Minneapolis, MN, Kansas City and Columbia, MO, and Iowa City, IA. Brett and his family have owned and operated The Hilltop Restaurant for the past 40 years. Pete, the head chef, brings his most recent culinary experience and creativity from California to NOLO’s, The Rooftop Bar and The Basement Bar. His culinary vision and passion for local ingredients create new modern comfort food dishes. The team shares a passion for the restaurant and bar industry and sees an opportunity to fill gaps in the market in the North Loop.
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7. Zelo
4.8
Exceptional(4049)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Downtown / North Loop
Booked 18 times today
At Zelo, we serve simple, fresh Italian cuisine made from local ingredients. Our handcrafted meals accompany a thoughtful, approachable wine selection. We believe dining is more than a menu: it is an experience, and ours is quality. When you’re our guest, our staff learn your name and remember your favorite glass of wine. We passionately commit to bring you the full dining experience – quality food and wine presented with welcoming service. Every meal. Every day. Please join us. An enduring Minneapolis destination, Zelo was opened in 1999 by Rick Webb, a Minnesota restaurateur whose pursuits have set the standard in Twin Cities dining for over 40 years. Looking for another unparalleled dining experience in the south metro? Visit Rick Webb’s acclaimed Ciao Bella, the restaurant that inspired Zelo’s handcrafted food and dedicated service.
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8. The Capital Grille - Minneapolis
4.9
Exceptional(4693)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • Downtown / North Loop
Booked 40 times today
Make it a day to remember. From birthdays and anniversaries to professional milestones, we aim to make every gathering special at The Capital Grille. Open seven days a week, The Capital Grille is best known for our expertly prepared steaks, which are dry aged in house for 18 to 24 days and then hand-cut by our restaurant's on-premise butcher. The Capital Grille's wine list features more than 350 selections, and its floor-to-ceiling wine kiosk regularly houses 3,500 - 5,000 bottles. Reservations are recommended but not required. For more information, please visit our website. We look forward to delighting you.
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9. CRAVE - LaSalle Plaza
4.5
Awesome(4283)
Price: Moderate
• American • Downtown / North Loop
Booked 58 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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10. The Smack Shack
4.6
Exceptional(1733)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Downtown / North Loop
Booked 23 times today
Casual, coastal restaurant in the North Loop. Reservations taken for 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 appetite for fresh lobster in the Twin Cities was as strong as any coastal city.Smack Shack is committed to serving sustainable seafood and is a current 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.

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  • Deane
    Minneapolis - St. Paul •22 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Another brunch before a Gopher football game. Once again, a terrific meal. Bloody Mary, one with vodka, one with gin, with just the right amount of spicy tomato mix. I had the eggs Benedict with short ribs and a generous amount of hash browns; my friend had a traditional breakfast with breakfast potatoes and Nueske bacon. Requested bar seats in order to watch the IU/OSU game and the Manny’s host delivered. Met a group of PSU fans who enjoyed pre game cocktails in the main dining room. worth the $$$$.
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    Manny's SteakhousePrice: Very Expensive• Steak• Downtown / North Loop
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    4.7
  • Patti
    Pittsburgh •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    This place was awesome! Had the smash burger with peanut butter!! Absolutely phenomenal! Wish I lived closer because this would be my go to spot!
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    Hell's Kitchen MinneapolisPrice: Moderate• American• Downtown / North Loop
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    4.6
  • Karenvip
    Minneapolis - St. Paul •39 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    After the noon rush great food comfortable setting.
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    Downtowner Woodfire GrillPrice: Expensive• American• St. Paul
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    4.7
  • john
    Minneapolis - St. Paul •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    I met 3 friends for lunch. We shared 2 meatballs as an appetizer. They were fantastic and 2 meatballs were plenty for an appetizer. Our meal orders were all over the menu. All were delicious but the winner was the "Minute Chicken". We shared the Banana Pudding for dessert. There was plenty to share and was the best banana pudding that I have ever had. The place was packed on this Tuesday for lunch, but our server, Jessie, treated us as if we were the only table in the house. I can't wait to go back.
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    Hazelwood BloomingtonPrice: Moderate• American• Bloomington
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    4.7
  • sheri
    Minneapolis - St. Paul •6 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on 15 Nov 2024
    Everyone was friendly and welcoming. Had recommendations. We had a great night out!
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    Kincaid's - St. PaulPrice: Moderate• Seafood• St. Paul
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    4.6

Discover best hot spot restaurants in Saint Paul

Discover the vibrant dining scene in the Twin Cities, where the keyword "hot spot" brings up a selection of eclectic and trendy restaurants in Minneapolis-St. Paul. These establishments are renowned for their dynamic atmospheres and culinary excellence, offering everything from gourmet meals to casual bites in settings that are perfect for both locals and visitors alike. Each restaurant in this curated list stands out for its commitment to quality, featuring unique menus infused with local flavors and innovative dishes that cater to a variety of tastes and dietary preferences. The dining scene here is diverse, reflecting the rich cultural tapestry of the Twin Cities, known for its lively food experiences that range from intimate eateries to bustling, fashionable spots. Whether you're planning a special night out or a casual meet-up, these hot spots in St. Paul and Minneapolis promise an unforgettable dining experience with impeccable service and a warm, welcoming ambiance. Explore these top picks to find the perfect place for your next meal, where the essence of Twin Cities hospitality is served up with every dish.

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