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Fogo de Chão

1. Fogo de Chão 5

645 Hennepin Ave. - Minneapolis (Downtown)

Fogo de Chão is for card-carrying carnivores only.

Cantina #1

2. Cantina #1 Icon-mmx-pick

By Taylor Carik - July 16, 2008

Shoppers at MOA get a little sand and surf with their shopping

3. Joe Senser's Bar and Grill 0 Icon-mmx-pick

3010 Eagandale Pl. - Eagan

Voted one of the top sports bars in the country by Sports Illustrated, you have to get to Joe Senser's early to reserve a place so you won’t miss a lick of the action.

Patrick's Bakery Cafe

4. Patrick's Bakery Cafe 0

2928 W. 66th St. - Edina

The pastries are amazing but they also serve great salads and quiches.

Pineda Tacos

5. Pineda Tacos 0 Icon-mmx-pick

60 Nathan Lane - Plymouth

Pineda Tacos is an unrivaled and blissfully delicious hole-in-the-wall taqueria with locations all over the Twin Cities.

6. Toast Wine Bar & Café 0

415 N. 1st St. - Minneapolis (North Loop)

Toast Wine Bar & Café offers a sophisticated ambiance and notable wine list.

Cantina #1

7. Cantina #1 0 Icon-mmx-pick

60 E. Broadway - Bloomington

Cantina #1 gives Mall of America's shoppers a temporary escape from a busy day of fighting crowds.

Kokomo's Island Cafe

8. Kokomo's Island Cafe 0

60 E. Broadway - Bloomington

A touch of the Caribbean in an American icon is exactly what patrons will find at Kokomo’s Island Café located on the third level of the Mall of America.

Sebastian Joe's Ice Cream Cafe

9. Sebastian Joe's Ice Cream Cafe 0

4321 Upton Ave. So. - Minneapolis (Uptown)

If you’re looking for the perfect cone of ice cream on a hot summer day (or even in the dead of winter), head to this popular Linden Hills scoop shop.

Brit's Pub

10. Brit's Pub 5

1110 Nicollet Ave - Minneapolis (Loring Park)

With a portrait of the Queen hanging over the fireplace this place is a great spot to chug some English ale.

Stella's Fish Café & Prestige Oyster Bar

11. Stella's Fish Café & Prestige Oyster Bar 4

1402 W. Lake St. - Minneapolis (Uptown)

Besides your standard shrimp and lobster feast, Stella’s boasts a throng of fish with a cajun attitude, like blackened swordfish and cornmeal crusted catfish.

Chambers Kitchen

12. Chambers Kitchen 5 Icon-mmx-pick

901 Hennepin Ave. - Minneapolis (Downtown)

Chambers Kitchen combines Asian fusion, modern art and a little bit of sass.

Capital View Café

13. Capital View Café 0

637 Smith Ave. S - St. Paul (West Side St. Paul)

You won’t go home hungry after eating at the Capital View Café.

14. Dinner Cruise - St. Croix River

Afton House Inn & Afton/Hudson Cruises - 3291 St. Croix Trail S. - Afton

The best way to see the St. Croix River and leave the driving to someone else so you can enjoy the scenery and sample a few cocktails as you cruise.

Da Afghan

15. Da Afghan Icon-mmx-pick

By Kate McDonald - July 21, 2008

From kabobs to pasta to gyros to curries, Afghani cuisine consists of an eclectic mix of Chinese, Greek and Indian influences, and Da Afghan restaurant in Bloomington has been serving up some of the best of these dishes for more than 20 years.

Spoonriver Restaurant

16. Spoonriver Restaurant 5

750 S. 2nd St. - Minneapolis (Downtown)

Fine gourmet natural cuisine, signature cocktails, and views of the Stone Arch Bridge and downtown skyline attribute to this award-winning restaurant by its cultivated chef and restaurateur, Brenda Langton.

17. Granite City Food & Brewery 5

11909 Main St. - Maple Grove

The Granite City Food & Brewery chain began in St. Cloud as an all-American casual dining restaurant and brewery combo.

Picosa Restaurant

18. Picosa Restaurant 5

65 Main St. N.E. - Minneapolis (St. Anthony Main)

This relatively new St.Anthony Main hot spot is an upscale dining experience.

19. Allie's Deli 0

527 Marquette Ave - minneapolis (Downtown)

An ideal spot to grab a healthy breakfast, Allie’s Deli uses fresh cut fruit for its always delicious yogurt parfaits and fruit cups.

20. Sea Salt 5

4825 Minnehaha Ave. - Minneapolis

This Minnehaha Park outpost really picks up during the heat of summer, and offers a great alternative to the typical park fare of burgers, brats and beer.

Sanctuary

21. Sanctuary 5

903 Washington Ave. S. - Minneapolis (Downtown)

The fire is crackling and you're nestled in a comfortable booth amid the soft ambiance of Sanctuary. The cityscape of Minneapolis that you saw on your way inside lingers in your mind as you scan the wine list.

St. Clair Broiler

22. St. Clair Broiler 0

1580 St. Clair Ave. - St. Paul (Grand)

The Broiler's huge portions of all-American diner fare have nourished hungover Macalester students for decades.

Azia Restaurant & The Caterpillar Lounge

23. Azia Restaurant & The Caterpillar Lounge 5

2550 Nicollet Ave. S. - Minneapolis

Get ready to experience a pan-Asian adventure with this little jewel in South Minneapolis.

Common Roots Cafe

24. Common Roots Cafe 5

2558 Lyndale Ave. S. - Minneapolis (Uptown)

This newbie café, nestled in the heart of Uptown, is all about community and sustainability.

Canyon Grille

25. Canyon Grille 0

3490 Northdale Blvd. N.W. - Coon Rapids

Opened with the mission of offering fine dining in the suburbs, Canyon Grille has an impressive wine and tap beer list, a full bar and a cozy atmosphere.