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Best Places to Eat in the Twin Cities
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items As a former fat kid from the East Coast, I feel uniquely qualified to offer my favorite restaurants around the Twin Cities. Please comment and let me know if I missed a genre or restaurant! I am always looking to try new spots! Check out my descripti...
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Best Asian Restaurants
Best Italian Restaurants
Best Latin Restaurants
Best Middle Eastern Restaurants
Best American Restaurants
Best Asian Restaurants
These are my favorite Asian Restaurants in the Twin Cities, let me know if I am missing any!
As St Paul staple, this restaurant has exactly what you need to ensure that your cravings are satisfied - spring rolls, banh mi, boba tea, and noodle salads are our favorite, if you are looking for something other than pho!
iPho by Saigon
If you haven't tried Nepali food this should be where you try it! The familiar flavors of Inidian food with a bit of twist with robust sauces make this place a Twin Cities favorite of mine. The staff are extremely patient, even with my very picky eat...
Momo Dosa
Of Course Sawatdee is on the list! Known for being some of the best thai food in the state, this is the place to try new thing like the Sawatdee special. I will say the summer pad thai has me in a chokehold.
Sawatdee Thai Restaurants | thai food in the twin cities
How is there an international market on the list? Easy, they have opened a few special options on the inside of their market that make it impossible to ignore! Simply order at the kiosk for mochi donuts or Korean corn dogs! While waiting for your cus...
Dragon Star Oriental Foods
Best Italian Restaurants
These are my top Italian restaurants in the Twin Cities
This place is huge, and has so much variety: pizza, Deli, daily specials, bakery, an entire market, gelato, no matter what kind of Italian food you are in the mood for- this is the place for variety
Cossettas
This is for the clientele that would prefer a specific red with their dinner instead of that bottle of Peroni. This is a sit down meal with all the trimmings, and is perfect for special occasions or date nights.
DeGidio's Restaurant & Bar
This place is great for a happy hour or a date night - in the summer months it can get very busy, so calling ahead might be in order. This place exudes cool. Please try the pasta, it gets overlooked by the other delicious items on the menu, but it do...
Red Rabbit • Uncomplicated, Authentic Italian in North Loop ...
Located in arguably the coolest neighborhood in Minneapolis this is a great place to get to know someone over one of their many wines and offerings of small plates to try a variety of things if you can get there when its not jam packed. Try the veal ...
Bar La Grassa
Best Latin Restaurants
Best Latin restaurants the Twin Cities has to offer!
This market and deli has the best chilaquiles on the planet. I said it. nothing can compare. They also serve delicious lunches and dinners, but their all day Chilaquiles can't be beat.
El Burrito Mercado
Located in a 4th ring suburb of the cities, I'm going to say that this counts. Embarrassingly, when I was pregnant with my third child I drove 20 miles here to get their chili relleno burrito. Their queso is a family favorite! We normally get takeout...
Fiesta Mexican
Manny's Tortas is a Minnesota favorite at the state fair offering full carved out pineapples with giant straws, but their brick and mortar restaurant has been in the Midtown global market staple since 2006. The generous portions, amazing flavors and ...
Manny's Tortas
Los Ocampo is a neighborhood favorite of my family's - but there are several locations, catering options and a new food truck that can be seen frequently at the Minnesota United stadium! Their sopes are the best I've ever tried and my picky eaters ca...
Los Ocampo | Los Ocampo Restaurant & Bar
Hacienda is a no frills Taqueria - a great place for a quick bite or a great filling lunch. They are known for their Al Pastor tacos and they are the best in the city, in my humble, former-fat-kid opinion.
The House of Authentic Tacos al Pastor - Taquerias La Hacienda
Best Middle Eastern Restaurants
My favorite Middle Eastern and Mediterranean restaurants around the Cities.
As a former resident of the neighborhood where Emily's Lebanese Deli has been located since 1973, this place holds my heart and my belly. I have tried nearly everything on the menu and have never been disappointed. The meat pies are moreish and comfo...
Emily's Lebanese Deli
Known in the region as the best place for Hummus for and pita, this establishment actually offers quite a few gluten free options, and of course everything is Halal. I'm a sucker for a gyro so that's always my order, but the shawirma is a delight. Pr...
Mediterranean Cuisine Restaurant Hummus - Holy Land Brand
Newly Reopened and now offering a halal menu this Minnesota favorite is back after closing due to Covid. While this is not a traditional Middle Eastern or Mediterranean restaurant, I do think everyone should show up for the new beef bacon selections!
Mickey's Diner
Be prepared to have all other hummus ruined for you after trying these delights! Creamy and delicious this place is adorable, casual and welcoming! The bread is a must have and the bowls put a casual spin on the usual daunting, yet delicious, options...
Baba's Hummus House & Mana'eesh Bakery
Best American Restaurants
My favorite American restaurants around the Twin Cities!
This restaurant boasts having a de-colonized dining experience, I wanted to ensure that this restaurant was reflected as the first one in the American list, as Natives were the OGs here. The sweet potatoes and the Bison are mind blowing!
Owamni by The Sioux Chef
Yes, I know, it IS a local chain. But their Neapolitan-style pizza is delicious, and their cheesesteaks are the closest to Philly we're going to get out here. Its best to hit this casual dining spot either before the dinner rush or after 7 because th...
Tono Pizzeria + Cheesesteaks
Best known for their happy hour specials and oysters this high-traffic joint offers breakfast, lunch and dinner and has a phenomenal patio for the entire 20 minutes of warm weather we get here in Minnesota. For lighter fare, try the steak salad, but ...
The Lowry