The best restaurants in Anoka County

39 restaurants we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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Longtime local pizza chain offering plenty of topping options, hoagies & salads.

8525 Cottonwood St NW (Coon Rapids)

Longtime local pizza chain offering plenty of topping options, hoagies & salads.

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Palms Market

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Casual, Middle Eastern eatery offering Mediterranean comfort food like shawarma, plus groceries.

105 85th Ave NW (Coon Rapids)

Casual, Middle Eastern eatery offering Mediterranean comfort food like shawarma, plus groceries.

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Thin-crust pies, burgers, wings, beers & lots of sports TVs in a space with World War II decor.

875 45th Ave NE (Minneapolis)

Thin-crust pies, burgers, wings, beers & lots of sports TVs in a space with World War II decor.

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Small, no-frills parlor in a strip mall offering pizza, kebabs & other casual Greek & American eats.

7885 E River Rd (Fridley)

Small, no-frills parlor in a strip mall offering pizza, kebabs & other casual Greek & American eats.

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Culver’s

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Fast-food chain specializing in frozen custard & signature burgers made with Midwest beef & dairy.

611 Coon Rapids Blvd (Coon Rapids)

Fast-food chain specializing in frozen custard & signature burgers made with Midwest beef & dairy.

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Boisterous Australian-themed chain serving steaks, seafood & other hearty steakhouse fare.

8880 Springbrook Dr (Coon Rapids)

Boisterous Australian-themed chain serving steaks, seafood & other hearty steakhouse fare.

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Branch of a long-running regional pizza chain serving classic pies & other Italian staples.

445 99th Ave NW (Coon Rapids)

Branch of a long-running regional pizza chain serving classic pies & other Italian staples.

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Prime

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Prime brings the rare treat of authentic Kobe beef to Blaine alongside expertly cooked steaks and seafood, plus pours from Wine Spectator…

2190 105th Ave NE (Blaine)

Prime brings the rare treat of authentic Kobe beef to Blaine alongside expertly cooked steaks and seafood, plus pours from Wine Spectator Top 100 selections. When you want big flavor and a refined night out close to home, this spot absolutely delivers.

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Pho Viet 126 Vietnamese Restaurant nails the comfort-food trifecta with a fragrant beef broth that shines in the Pho Tai or the fully…

12341 Aberdeen St NE (Blaine)

Pho Viet 126 Vietnamese Restaurant nails the comfort-food trifecta with a fragrant beef broth that shines in the Pho Tai or the fully loaded Pho Dac Biet, crispy pork egg rolls, and baguette-crunch banh mi with grilled pork or chicken... easy, satisfying, and perfect for a midweek reset.

From the Anoka County newsletter, August 3, 2026

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The Ball Park Twin Cities lets you step into Hittrax bay simulators with an integrated pitching machine and an interactive home plate,…

10650 Baltimore St NE Ste 100 (Blaine)

The Ball Park Twin Cities lets you step into Hittrax bay simulators with an integrated pitching machine and an interactive home plate, perfect for shaking off the workweek. Then refuel with elevated, scratch-made eats, Instagrammable cocktails, and 36 choices on the pour-your-own beer wall.

From the Anoka County newsletter, August 6, 2026

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Habibi’s Halal

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Born from New York street culture and tuned for Minnesota taste, Habibi’s Halal piles fragrant rice, tender proteins, crispy falafel, and…

8188 Hwy 65 NE (Spring Lake Park)

Born from New York street culture and tuned for Minnesota taste, Habibi’s Halal piles fragrant rice, tender proteins, crispy falafel, and signature sauces into serious portions that just hit different.

From the Anoka County newsletter, August 7, 2026

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Chain dishing up wings, tenders & burgers, plus sauces ranging from sweet to very spicy.

1540 109th Ave NE Suite 300 Suite 300 (Blaine)

Chain dishing up wings, tenders & burgers, plus sauces ranging from sweet to very spicy.

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Casual Asian place with a broad menu that includes sushi, hibachi fare & curries, plus happy hour.

4345 Pheasant Ridge Dr NE #204 (Blaine)

Casual Asian place with a broad menu that includes sushi, hibachi fare & curries, plus happy hour.

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Airy, rustic-chic restaurant & bar featuring classic American fare & a patio with golf course views.

12800 Bunker Prairie Rd NW (Coon Rapids)

Airy, rustic-chic restaurant & bar featuring classic American fare & a patio with golf course views.

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Easygoing restaurant & bar with tavern food such as burgers, pizza & sandwiches, plus Sunday brunch.

10950 Club W Pkwy NE #280 (Blaine)

Easygoing restaurant & bar with tavern food such as burgers, pizza & sandwiches, plus Sunday brunch.

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Hajime

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Stylish Japanese outpost with a full bar offering specialty rolls, traditional entrees & happy hour.

10950 Club W Pkwy NE #220 (Blaine)

Stylish Japanese outpost with a full bar offering specialty rolls, traditional entrees & happy hour.

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Toppers Pizza

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Chain restaurant making pizza with unusual toppings, plus wings, offered at counter or via delivery.

10950 Club W Pkwy NE #130 (Blaine)

Chain restaurant making pizza with unusual toppings, plus wings, offered at counter or via delivery.

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Pizza Flame

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This local pizza joint offers thin-crust & deep-dish pies, plus pasta dishes in a relaxed setting.

2016 105th Ave NW (Coon Rapids)

This local pizza joint offers thin-crust & deep-dish pies, plus pasta dishes in a relaxed setting.

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Local chain known for thin-crust pizza, plus subs & pasta, served in family-friendly digs.

11822 Aberdeen St NE (Blaine)

Local chain known for thin-crust pizza, plus subs & pasta, served in family-friendly digs.

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Cowboy's Saloon

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Rustic, Old West-style watering hole with billiards, weekly bingo, sports on TV & American grub.

9005 S Hwy Dr (Circle Pines)

Rustic, Old West-style watering hole with billiards, weekly bingo, sports on TV & American grub.

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Oliver's Blaine

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American restaurant focused on wood-fired food alongside cocktails and breakfast dishes.

10901 Baltimore St NE (Blaine)

American restaurant focused on wood-fired food alongside cocktails and breakfast dishes.

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Kid-friendly chain known for baked goods, breakfasts & other standards in dinerlike digs.

12545 Ulysses St NE (Blaine)

Kid-friendly chain known for baked goods, breakfasts & other standards in dinerlike digs.

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Relaxed western-themed restaurant and bar featuring comfort food, drinks, and TVs.

10950 Club W Pkwy NE (Blaine)

Relaxed western-themed restaurant and bar featuring comfort food, drinks, and TVs.

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Memphis-style BBQ joint & tavern featuring 100+ craft beers, plus TVs & an outdoor patio.

552 Lincoln Dr (East Bethel)

Memphis-style BBQ joint & tavern featuring 100+ craft beers, plus TVs & an outdoor patio.

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Counter-serve chain offering international noodle & pasta dishes from mac 'n' cheese to Pad Thai.

12351 Ulysses St NE Ste 120 (Blaine)

Counter-serve chain offering international noodle & pasta dishes from mac 'n' cheese to Pad Thai.

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It's Just Wings

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Sizzling fajitas, margaritas, and other American favorites are served at this relaxed restaurant.

1430 109th Ave NE (Blaine)

Sizzling fajitas, margaritas, and other American favorites are served at this relaxed restaurant.

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Jet's Pizza

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Counter-serve chain offering Detroit-style pizza with flavored crusts, plus wings & subs.

12410 Aberdeen St NE (Blaine)

Counter-serve chain offering Detroit-style pizza with flavored crusts, plus wings & subs.

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Carol's

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Old-fashioned, diner-style eatery serving traditional, homestyle American meals.

11888 Aberdeen St NE (Blaine)

Old-fashioned, diner-style eatery serving traditional, homestyle American meals.

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Crisp and Green

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Airy restaurant featuring salads and grain bowls, plus wraps and smoothies.

10620 Baltimore St NE (Blaine)

Airy restaurant featuring salads and grain bowls, plus wraps and smoothies.

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Marco's Pizza

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Counter-serve chain serving up a menu of specialty or custom pizzas for takeout or delivery.

10625 University Ave NE (Blaine)

Counter-serve chain serving up a menu of specialty or custom pizzas for takeout or delivery.

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Vibrant eatery offering draft beer, cocktails & American meals in a rustic-chic space, plus a patio.

10400 Baltimore St NE #200 (Blaine)

Vibrant eatery offering draft beer, cocktails & American meals in a rustic-chic space, plus a patio.

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The Roadside

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Industrial-chic bar with burgers, tacos, sandwiches & craft beers, plus bocce & pull tabs.

12530 Ulysses St NE (Minneapolis)

Industrial-chic bar with burgers, tacos, sandwiches & craft beers, plus bocce & pull tabs.

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Wing Joint

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No-frills counter-serve spot known for wings & also turning out ribs, burgers & broasted chicken.

10603 University Ave NE (Blaine)

No-frills counter-serve spot known for wings & also turning out ribs, burgers & broasted chicken.

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Contemporary hangout with a chill vibe, complementing hearty American plates with boozy drinks.

13735 Round Lake Blvd NW (Andover)

Contemporary hangout with a chill vibe, complementing hearty American plates with boozy drinks.

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Low-key establishment featuring Invictus Brewing Co. beers alongside brick-oven pizzas, burgers, and small plates.

2025 105th Ave NE (Blaine)

Low-key establishment featuring Invictus Brewing Co. beers alongside brick-oven pizzas, burgers, and small plates.

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Rustic eatery for American fare such as burgers, steaks and omelets, plus all-day breakfast.

2 S Pine Dr (Circle Pines)

Rustic eatery for American fare such as burgers, steaks and omelets, plus all-day breakfast.

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Coffee shop serving hot drinks, breakfast & sandwiches in a simple storefront space.

2501 Coon Rapids Blvd NW (Coon Rapids)

Coffee shop serving hot drinks, breakfast & sandwiches in a simple storefront space.

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Relaxed, kid-friendly restaurant serving Thai, Hmong, Japanese and Vietnamese cuisine, plus sushi rolls and BBQ fare.

2330 Cloud Dr NE (Blaine)

Relaxed, kid-friendly restaurant serving Thai, Hmong, Japanese and Vietnamese cuisine, plus sushi rolls and BBQ fare.

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Casual spot for comfort food such as burgers, broasted chicken and shepherd's pie.

8001 Lake Dr (Lino Lakes)

Casual spot for comfort food such as burgers, broasted chicken and shepherd's pie.

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