Minneapolis - St. Paul Travel Guide

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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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#1
Holy Land Bakery, Grocery and Deli
#1 of 2,026 Places to Eat in Minneapolis
TripAdvisor (581)
$ | Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, Arabic
2513 Central Ave NE, Minneapolis, MN 55418-3725
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#2
Isles Bun & Coffee Company
#2 of 2,026 Places to Eat in Minneapolis
TripAdvisor (255)
$ | American, Cafe
1424 W 28th St, Minneapolis, MN 55408-1903
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#3
Spoon and Stable
#3 of 2,026 Places to Eat in Minneapolis
TripAdvisor (631)
$$ | American
211 N 1st St, Minneapolis, MN 55401-1480
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#4
112 Eatery
#4 of 2,026 Places to Eat in Minneapolis
TripAdvisor (1023)
$$ | American, Asian
112 N 3rd St, Minneapolis, MN 55401-1633
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#5
Chimborazo
#5 of 2,026 Places to Eat in Minneapolis
TripAdvisor (313)
$ - $$ | Latin, Ecuadorean
2851 Central Ave NE, Minneapolis, MN 55418-2951
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#6
Pizzeria Lola
#6 of 2,026 Places to Eat in Minneapolis
TripAdvisor (931)
$ - $$ | Italian, Pizza
5557 Xerxes Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55410-2440
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#7
The Capital Grille
#7 of 2,026 Places to Eat in Minneapolis
TripAdvisor (793)
$$ | American, Steakhouse
801 Hennepin Ave LaSalle Plaza, Minneapolis, MN 55402-1818
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#8
Zelo
#8 of 2,026 Places to Eat in Minneapolis
TripAdvisor (1254)
$ - $$ | Italian
831 Nicollet Mall Medical Arts Building, street level, Minneapolis, MN 55402-2506
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#9
Broders’ Pasta Bar
#9 of 2,026 Places to Eat in Minneapolis
TripAdvisor (380)
$ - $$ | Italian, Asian
5000 Penn Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55419-1035
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#10
Kramarczuk East European Deli
#10 of 2,026 Places to Eat in Minneapolis
TripAdvisor (383)
$ - $$ | Polish, European, Czech, Eastern European, Ukrainian, Asian, Deli
215 E Hennepin Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55414-1013
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#11
Bar La Grassa
#11 of 2,026 Places to Eat in Minneapolis
TripAdvisor (728)
$ - $$ | Italian
800 Washington Ave N, Minneapolis, MN 55401-1330
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#12
Cafe Lurcat
#12 of 2,026 Places to Eat in Minneapolis
TripAdvisor (505)
$$ | American, Asian
1624 Harmon Pl, Minneapolis, MN 55403-1916
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#13
Himalayan Restaurant
#13 of 2,026 Places to Eat in Minneapolis
TripAdvisor (147)
$ - $$ | Indian, Asian, Tibetan, Nepali
2910 E Lake St, Minneapolis, MN 55406-2050
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#14
Red Cow North Loop
#14 of 2,026 Places to Eat in Minneapolis
TripAdvisor (292)
$ - $$ | American, Bar
208 1st Ave N, Minneapolis, MN 55401-1417
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#15
Alma
#15 of 2,026 Places to Eat in Minneapolis
TripAdvisor (431)
$$ | American
528 University Ave SE, Minneapolis, MN 55414-1716
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#16
George and the Dragon
#16 of 2,026 Places to Eat in Minneapolis
TripAdvisor (287)
$ - $$ | Bar, British, Pub, American
815 W 50th St, Minneapolis, MN 55419-1203
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#17
Hola Arepa
#17 of 2,026 Places to Eat in Minneapolis
TripAdvisor (223)
$ - $$ | Latin, Venezuelan, Central American
3501 Nicollet Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55408-4559
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#18
Ruth's Chris Steak House
#18 of 2,026 Places to Eat in Minneapolis
TripAdvisor (362)
$$ | American, Steakhouse
920 2nd Avenue South Suite 100, Minneapolis, MN 55402
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#19
Manny's Steakhouse
#19 of 2,026 Places to Eat in Minneapolis
TripAdvisor (1854)
$$ | American, Steakhouse
825 Marquette Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55402-2886
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#20
Sebastian Joe's Ice Cream Cafe
#20 of 2,026 Places to Eat in Minneapolis
TripAdvisor (275)
$ | American
1007 W Franklin Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55405-3138
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