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Diners' Choice: Neighbourhood gem restaurants in Twin Cities / Minneapolis

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Updated 05 January 2025

Looking for the best restaurants that are the best neighbourhood gems in Twin Cities / Minneapolis? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyses nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favourite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you book, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!


A photo of The Block restaurant
4.9
4.9 (262)
$30 and under
American
St. Louis Park
About the restaurant
The Block Food + Drink is located just off Louisiana Ave. S on Walker Street for lunch or dinner daily and brunch on weekends. The Block serves up hot broasted chicken, elevated bar food, sandwiches and burgers, rice bowls, vegan items, and more. We offer both indoor and outdoor seating with a year-round patio for your enjoyment.


Top review
MikeVIP
Dined 2 days ago
Another great evening! Keith had that night off so he joined us for trivia and supper. We all had a great time. A huge thanks to Jess, Hannah, and Lauren for helping us out. The folks in the back delivered perfect appetizers, entrees, and desserts. Our great night ended with a 3rd place trivia finish!
A photo of Stonegarden restaurant
4.9
4.9 (48)
$30 and under
Breakfast
South Minneapolis
About the restaurant
Minutes from Minneapolis-St.Paul Airport (MSP), Stonegarden blends global influences with French technique to create a chef-driven destination for breakfast and brunch. Join us when meeting friends, enjoying a date day, or business lunch; our modern, bright, and warm space is perfect for groups and individuals.

Start with our nourishing bone broths, the Scotch Egg or Maryland Crab Cake. Perhaps, indulge in the Poutine with smoked tomato gravy and sunny egg. Favorites include the French Onion Omelette, Norwegian Benedict with house-cured gravlax, Challah French Toast or delectable tartines.

Pair your meal with our handcrafted cocktails, like the Espresso Martini or Sage 75, mocktails, unique wines, or espresso beverages. Vegan, vegetarian, halal-friendly, and gluten-free choices make Stonegarden inclusive and welcoming.

Open early, Stonegarden is perfect for travelers, locals, and business persons seeking delicious breakfast and brunch.

Top review
PennyVIP
Dined 2 days ago
Our second visit as a group of 4. The menu is not your typical breakfast / brunch selection and has something for everyone. We tried the Benedicts, French toast, and 2 different omelets ... nothing leftover on our plates! Our server was pleasant and just the right amount of attentive. Pricing is very reasonable. We will be back.
A photo of Rincon 38 restaurant
4.8
4.8 (1438)
$31 to $50
Spanish
South Minneapolis
About the restaurant
We are a fun & cozy neighborhood Spanish Tapas bar offering a great selection of old world wines by the glass & bottle, as well as rotating craft beers on tap and in the bottle.
Top review
Alana
Dined 2 days ago
Love going here when I’m in town. The food is amazing and the service is great.
A photo of Pizzeria Lola restaurant
4.8
4.8 (161)
$31 to $50
Pizzeria
South Minneapolis
About the restaurant
Pizzeria Lola is James Beard award-winning Chef Ann Kim's neighborhood pizzeria in Minneapolis. Our menu features signature wood-fired pizzas, sharable salads & sides, wine & beer wine, and a curated list of classic cocktails. Pizzas include familiar classics including My Sha-Roni (pepperoni & sausage) and Margherita, and signature guest favorites like Lady Zaza (kimchi and Korean sausage) and Korean BBQ (our #1 best-seller). Our menu is vegetarian-friendly and offers a housemade gluten-free crust as an option for all of our pizzas.

Pizzeria Lola has been featured in the New York Times and on "Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives," "CBS Saturday" and Netflix's "Chef's Table: Pizza."

Pizzeria Lola is located in Southwest Minneapolis (just off Highway 62) and is easily accessible on the way to or from Minneapolis/St. Paul International Airport.

We're open for lunch and dinner daily. Reservations are available and walk-ins are always welcome.

Top review
Jason
Dined 4 days ago
Food was excellent. The entire staff was great. Our server was the best.
A photo of The Hilltop restaurant
4.8
4.8 (1071)
$30 and under
American
Edina
About the restaurant
Thank you for your reservation.
We look forward to seeing you soon.

Top review
BarbVIP
Dined 3 days ago
Great neighborhood restaurant , great food and friendly staff!
A photo of Dan’s Bar and Grill restaurant
4.8
4.8 (626)
$30 and under
Burgers
Red Wing
About the restaurant
CLASSIC FOOD with a TWIST is the fare at Dan’s Bar and Grill! The menu features country favoites with a little taste of the city! You’ll always find good food, well prepared and something for everyone! Our menu changes quarterly, so make sure you stop back often!
Top review
JanetS
Dined 5 days ago
We have always enjoyed our dinner at Dans Bar and our experience last night was no different. The food is always good but what adds to the experience is their service. We highly recommend. Janet Stotko
A photo of The Howe Daily Kitchen restaurant
4.7
4.7 (124)
$30 and under
American
Longfellow
About the restaurant
The Howe Daily Kitchen & Bar located on Minneapolis' south side. Dog-friendly patio, local spirits, local beer. Sports bar.
Top review
laura a
Dined on 14 Jan 2025
Great options for vegan and lots more unique food, other than just typical bar food. Great server!
A photo of Stanley's Northeast Bar Room restaurant
4.6
4.6 (40)
$30 and under
American
Northeast Minneapolis
About the restaurant
Craft Beer Bar in Northeast Minneapolis. Stanley's Northeast Bar Room in Minneapolis!
Top review
Betsy
Dined on 20 Dec 2024
Excellent Reubens, really nice house salad on the side. Service was just good enough, it was a busy lunchtime. Portions are massive. My bro in law had the mac and cheese with pulled pork and it was huge (but he ate it all!!). 1/2 Reuben was plenty for me with the salad. I'd go again.
A photo of Cadillac Ranch All American Bar & Grill - Mall of America restaurant
4.3
4.3 (357)
$30 and under
American
Bloomington
About the restaurant
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.
Top review
Bill
Dined on 27 Dec 2024
Loved everything about Cadillac Ranch! Our waitress Dev was amazing!
A photo of Woolley's Kitchen & Bar restaurant
4.2
4.2 (1143)
$30 and under
Unspecified
Bloomington
About the restaurant
Woolley's has been known as the best steakhouse in the South Metro for over 20 years. We offer our guests a first class dining experience. Our 150 seat dining room overlooks running brooks and the tropical hotel atrium creating a dining atmosphere like no other.Lunch is served Monday-Friday 11am- 2pm Happy HourMonday-Friday 4pm-6pm
Top review
Gabrielle
Dined on 4 Jan 2025
We always love the food here! So awesome in the Hilton embassy suites by the mall of America! So nice to walk from our room. Great, quick service!!! Thank you!
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