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What to Eat in Minneapolis - St. Paul
Minneapolis-St. Paul is a Midwestern mecca for foodies. No matter what you're craving, you can find it south of the downtown area on Nicollet Avenue, fondly known as "Eat Street." Travelers who are looking to spend the day exploring downtown should have no trouble finding a great midday meal nearby, though choices can be limited to steakhouses and burger joints.
For those with a more eclectic palate, head to the University areas in Nordeast and Dinkytown, where all types of international cuisines are represented. Popular Minneapolis spots include Butcher & The Boar and The Bachelor Farmer (and its hidden speakeasy, Marvel Bar), among many others. Some St. Paul favorites include Cossetta, Heartland and Meritage.
If you're looking for a place to grab a pre- or post-dinner cocktail, head over to the Cathedral Hill area near St. Paul, where many young professionals gather for happy hour. Whether you prefer an elegant spot to nurse a glass of wine or a rowdy sports bar, you'll find it in this neighborhood.
Also an emerging beer destination, the Twin Cities feature several breweries stationed around the metro area. If you're in Minneapolis, stop by Surly Brewing Co. (which also serves a full menu of food), Fulton Brewery or 612 Brew. If you're in St. Paul, Summit Brewing Company is your best bet.
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- #1Holy Land Bakery, Grocery and Deli#1 of 1,739 Places to Eat in Minneapolis
Tripadvisor (891)$ - $$ | Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, Arabic2513 Central Ave NE, Minneapolis, MN 55418-3725Read More » - #2Isles Bun & Coffee Company#2 of 1,739 Places to Eat in Minneapolis
Tripadvisor (267)$ | American, Cafe1424 W 28th St, Minneapolis, MN 55408-1903Read More » - #3Chimborazo#3 of 1,739 Places to Eat in Minneapolis
Tripadvisor (336)$ - $$ | Latin, Ecuadorean2851 Central Ave NE, Minneapolis, MN 55418-2951Read More » - #4Spoon and Stable#4 of 1,739 Places to Eat in Minneapolis
Tripadvisor (674)$$ | American211 N 1st St, Minneapolis, MN 55401-1480Read More » - #5The Capital Grille#5 of 1,739 Places to Eat in Minneapolis
Tripadvisor (822)$$ | American, Steakhouse801 Hennepin Ave LaSalle Plaza, Minneapolis, MN 55402-1818Read More » - #6Pizzeria Lola#6 of 1,739 Places to Eat in Minneapolis
Tripadvisor (957)$ - $$ | Italian, American, Pizza5557 Xerxes Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55410-2440Read More » - #7Red Cow North Loop#7 of 1,739 Places to Eat in Minneapolis
Tripadvisor (347)$ - $$ | American, Bar208 1st Ave N, Minneapolis, MN 55401-1417Read More » - #8Broders’ Pasta Bar#8 of 1,739 Places to Eat in Minneapolis
Tripadvisor (392)$ - $$ | Italian5000 Penn Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55419-1035Read More » - #9Kramarczuk East European Deli#9 of 1,739 Places to Eat in Minneapolis
Tripadvisor (405)$ - $$ | Polish, European, Czech, Eastern European, Ukrainian, Deli, Central European215 E Hennepin Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55414-1013Read More » - #10Zelo#10 of 1,739 Places to Eat in Minneapolis
Tripadvisor (1326)$ - $$ | Italian831 Nicollet Mall Medical Arts Building, street level, Minneapolis, MN 55402-2506Read More » - #11Bar La Grassa#11 of 1,739 Places to Eat in Minneapolis
Tripadvisor (753)$ - $$ | Italian800 Washington Ave N, Minneapolis, MN 55401-1330Read More » - #12Young Joni#12 of 1,739 Places to Eat in Minneapolis
Tripadvisor (206)$ - $$ | Pizza, International165 13th Ave NE, Minneapolis, MN 55413-1172Read More » - #13George & The Dragon#13 of 1,739 Places to Eat in Minneapolis
Tripadvisor (305)$ - $$ | American, Bar, British, Pub813 W 50th St, Minneapolis, MN 55419-1203Read More » - #14Murray's#14 of 1,739 Places to Eat in Minneapolis
Tripadvisor (519)$$ | American, Steakhouse26 S 6th St, Minneapolis, MN 55402-1571Read More » - #15Cafe Lurcat#15 of 1,739 Places to Eat in Minneapolis
Tripadvisor (523)$$ | American1624 Harmon Pl, Minneapolis, MN 55403-1916Read More » - #16Alma#16 of 1,739 Places to Eat in Minneapolis
Tripadvisor (453)$$ | American528 University Ave SE, Minneapolis, MN 55414-1716Read More » - #17Ruth's Chris Steak House#17 of 1,739 Places to Eat in Minneapolis
Tripadvisor (374)$$ | American, Steakhouse920 2nd Avenue South Suite 100, Minneapolis, MN 55402Read More » - #18Red Rabbit Minneapolis#18 of 1,739 Places to Eat in Minneapolis
Tripadvisor (169)$ - $$ | Italian, Pizza, American201 Washington Ave N, Minneapolis, MN 55401-1605Read More » - Butcher & The Boar
Tripadvisor (1017)$ - $$ | Steakhouse, Seafood, Barbecue, Contemporary, American1121 Hennepin Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55403-1705Read More » - #19Manny's Steakhouse#19 of 1,739 Places to Eat in Minneapolis
Tripadvisor (1914)$$ | American, Steakhouse825 Marquette Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55402-2886Read More »
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