The best restaurants in Blaine

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

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Straightforward restaurant preparing tacos, burritos & queso fundido, plus nachos & salsa.

5447 Nicollet Ave (Minneapolis)

Straightforward restaurant preparing tacos, burritos & queso fundido, plus nachos & salsa.

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The Sample Room

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Create-your-own pairings of cocktails, wine flights, small plates & charcuterie at this cozy spot.

2124 Marshall St NE (Minneapolis)

Create-your-own pairings of cocktails, wine flights, small plates & charcuterie at this cozy spot.

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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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Prima

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Intimate, farm-to-fork trattoria featuring traditional, from-scratch Italian fare & ample wines.

5325 Lyndale Ave S (Minneapolis)

Intimate, farm-to-fork trattoria featuring traditional, from-scratch Italian fare & ample wines.

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Stylish locale offering modern Italian food, wine & cocktails, plus a seasonal patio & pergola bar.

4724 Cedar Ave S (Minneapolis)

Stylish locale offering modern Italian food, wine & cocktails, plus a seasonal patio & pergola bar.

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Parkway Pizza

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Neighborhood pizzeria known for its square-cut, Sota-style pies with vegan options, hoagies, and more.

2851 Johnson St NE (Minneapolis)

Neighborhood pizzeria known for its square-cut, Sota-style pies with vegan options, hoagies, and more.

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Casual eatery featuring a menu of fresh sushi and hand rolls, including a bluefin tuna option.

2819 Nicollet Ave (Minneapolis)

Casual eatery featuring a menu of fresh sushi and hand rolls, including a bluefin tuna option.

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Simple joint serving spinach-artichoke dip & wood-fired pizzas, including design-your-own versions.

96 Broadway St NE (Minneapolis)

Simple joint serving spinach-artichoke dip & wood-fired pizzas, including design-your-own versions.

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Stylish, contemporary restaurant serving sushi specialties, plus sake & cocktails.

116 N 1st Ave (Minneapolis)

Stylish, contemporary restaurant serving sushi specialties, plus sake & cocktails.

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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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Kado no Mise

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Elevated takes on classic Japanese cuisine & sushi, plus cocktails, served in modern surrounds.

33 N 1st Ave (Minneapolis)

Elevated takes on classic Japanese cuisine & sushi, plus cocktails, served in modern surrounds.

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Sushi Train

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Relaxed Japanese conveyor belt restaurant offering sushi, sashimi, poke bowls & ramen.

1200 Nicollet Mall STE C3 (Minneapolis)

Relaxed Japanese conveyor belt restaurant offering sushi, sashimi, poke bowls & ramen.

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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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Cozy neighborhood spot offering cooked-to-order pasta & risotto with Italian wines & daily specials.

5000 Penn Ave S (Minneapolis)

Cozy neighborhood spot offering cooked-to-order pasta & risotto with Italian wines & daily specials.

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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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Fast-food chain specializing in fried chicken fingers, crinkle-cut fries & Texas toast.

5625 96th Ave N (Brooklyn Park)

Fast-food chain specializing in fried chicken fingers, crinkle-cut fries & Texas toast.

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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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Chick-fil-A

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Fast-food chain serving chicken sandwiches & nuggets along with salads & sides.

9751 Xenia Ave N (Brooklyn Park)

Fast-food chain serving chicken sandwiches & nuggets along with salads & sides.

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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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Sweet Taste of Italy keeps Brooklyn Park fed with loaded specialty pies (think Pizza For The Pigs or the spicy Sinner's Special), wings,…

9576 Noble Pkwy N (Brooklyn Park)

Sweet Taste of Italy keeps Brooklyn Park fed with loaded specialty pies (think Pizza For The Pigs or the spicy Sinner's Special), wings, and sandwiches piled on their famous fresh Italian sweet bread. Make this week easier with a saucy pick-me-up, grab a slice or that Italian Supreme and thank us later.

From the Brooklyn Park newsletter, August 8, 2026

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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

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.

From the Anoka County newsletter, August 8, 2026

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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

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

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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Shark Fish & Chicken is all about fresh seafood and seriously crispy chicken, from hot fish fillets to juicy fried pieces that hit the…

5708 Brookdale Dr N (Minneapolis)

Shark Fish & Chicken is all about fresh seafood and seriously crispy chicken, from hot fish fillets to juicy fried pieces that hit the spot. When you need a quick bite or a family feast this week, quality ingredients and friendly vibes make dinner plans kind of a no-brainer.

From the Minneapolis newsletter, August 8, 2026

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Stone Pho

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When you need a steamy reset this week without dirtying a pot, Stone Pho brings fragrant noodle soups, crispy appetizers, and Vietnamese…

8610 Edinburgh Centre Dr (Brooklyn Park)

When you need a steamy reset this week without dirtying a pot, Stone Pho brings fragrant noodle soups, crispy appetizers, and Vietnamese sandwiches that hit all the texture buttons. Perfect for a midweek morale boost or a lazy Sunday craving, no overthinking required.

From the Brooklyn Park newsletter, August 4, 2026

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When you want that Twin Cities to Spain escape, Rincón 38 serves shareable Spanish tapas with cozy, old world vibes. Since 2012, this…

3801 Grand Ave S (Minneapolis)

When you want that Twin Cities to Spain escape, Rincón 38 serves shareable Spanish tapas with cozy, old world vibes. Since 2012, this neighborhood spot pairs delicious small plates with a thoughtful lineup of old world wines and rotating beers, perfect for lingering conversation with your crew.

From the Minneapolis newsletter, August 5, 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

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

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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Whether your crew craves classic burgers or something you can customize, The Tavern Grill Blaine has kept it scratch-made and celebration…

10950 Club W Pkwy NE #280

Whether your crew craves classic burgers or something you can customize, The Tavern Grill Blaine has kept it scratch-made and celebration ready for over 15 years. Pop in for Sunday brunch or catch a night with live music, trivia, and tastings... the kind of spot Anoka County regulars claim as their own.

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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

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

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Cozy Italian restaurant with an old-world vibe serving classic pasta & meat dishes, plus wine.

11949 W River Rd (Champlin)

Cozy Italian restaurant with an old-world vibe serving classic pasta & meat dishes, plus wine.

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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

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

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Si Senor Kitchen

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Casual, kid-friendly restaurant with a menu featuring tacos, fajitas, and enchiladas.

8582 Edinburgh Centre Dr (Brooklyn Park)

Casual, kid-friendly restaurant with a menu featuring tacos, fajitas, and enchiladas.

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Wingstop

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Casual counter-serve chain serving a variety of chicken wings & sides.

9678 Colorado Ln N (Brooklyn Park)

Casual counter-serve chain serving a variety of chicken wings & sides.

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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

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

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Sprawling entertainment venue with a high-tech driving range & swanky lounge with drinks & games.

6420 Camden Ave N (Brooklyn Center)

Sprawling entertainment venue with a high-tech driving range & swanky lounge with drinks & games.

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Jet's Pizza

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

9730 Schreiber Terrace (Brooklyn Park)

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

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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

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

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

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Broadway Pizza

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

8525 Edinburgh Centre Dr (Brooklyn Park)

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

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This week, settle in at Wild Bill's Sports Saloon - Blaine for wall-to-wall TVs, fresh never frozen wings, homemade cheese curds, and fall…

10950 Club W Pkwy NE

This week, settle in at Wild Bill's Sports Saloon - Blaine for wall-to-wall TVs, fresh never frozen wings, homemade cheese curds, and fall off the bone ribs. Pair it with a slushy cocktail or a cold beer, try bingo or pull tabs, then unwind.

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Tavern at Edinburgh sits in the Edinburgh USA clubhouse with a farm-to-fork, scratch-made menu that swings well above par. Think…

8600 Edinbrook Crossing (Brooklyn Park)

Tavern at Edinburgh sits in the Edinburgh USA clubhouse with a farm-to-fork, scratch-made menu that swings well above par. Think award-winning chicken wild rice soup, walleye bites, Wagyu steak frites and a legit lobster roll... a reliable move for weeknight dinner or a low-key patio hang.

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Pho Mai Express Kitchen & Bistro turns chilly Minnesota days into warm, fragrant ones with steaming bowls of pho, crispy egg rolls, and…

398 Northtown Dr NE

Pho Mai Express Kitchen & Bistro turns chilly Minnesota days into warm, fragrant ones with steaming bowls of pho, crispy egg rolls, and legit banh mi made from scratch with locally sourced ingredients. Family-run with deep Twin Cities roots, their Blaine spot keeps weeknights easy and delicious.

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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

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

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

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

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

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Tokyo Sushi

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When the craving hits and your appetite has main character energy, Tokyo Sushi does all-you-can-eat rolls and comforting Japanese plates in…

9750 Schreiber Terrace (Brooklyn Park)

When the craving hits and your appetite has main character energy, Tokyo Sushi does all-you-can-eat rolls and comforting Japanese plates in a low-key vibe. Easy spot for weeknights or catch-ups when everyone wants something different, and nobody wants to count pieces or pretend they’re full.

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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

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

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La Mesa

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Cozy eatery for Ecuadorian and Latin-inspired fare such as burgers and pizzas, plus craft beer and cocktails.

230 Cedar Lake Rd S (Minneapolis)

Cozy eatery for Ecuadorian and Latin-inspired fare such as burgers and pizzas, plus craft beer and cocktails.

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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

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

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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Thanh Vi

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Relaxed kitchen providing familiar Chinese dishes such as sesame chicken, plus Thai options.

3023 85th Ave N (Brooklyn Park)

Relaxed kitchen providing familiar Chinese dishes such as sesame chicken, plus Thai options.

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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

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

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Simple eatery offering classic fare for breakfast & lunch, such as egg dishes & sandwiches.

8587 Edinburgh Centre Dr (Brooklyn Park)

Simple eatery offering classic fare for breakfast & lunch, such as egg dishes & sandwiches.

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

2025 105th Ave NE

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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All-you-can-eat hot pot restaurant boasting an array of fresh vegetables, broths and seafood.

8586 Edinburgh Centre Dr (Brooklyn Park)

All-you-can-eat hot pot restaurant boasting an array of fresh vegetables, broths and seafood.

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Casual pizzeria turning out coal-fired, thin-crust specialty pies, with craft beers on tap & wine.

600 N Washington Ave (Minneapolis)

Casual pizzeria turning out coal-fired, thin-crust specialty pies, with craft beers on tap & wine.

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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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Skip the what's-for-dinner standoff and let Rocky's Asian Bistro and BBQ handle it. This family-run Blaine spot does American BBQ with an…

2330 Cloud Dr NE

Skip the what's-for-dinner standoff and let Rocky's Asian Bistro and BBQ handle it. This family-run Blaine spot does American BBQ with an Asian twist, plus sushi, Thai, Hmong, Vietnamese pho and classic Chinese dishes, so everyone finds something craveable this week.

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When you're overdue for a quick hop downtown, Pizza Lucé Downtown nails it with innovative, award-winning pizzas built on local…

119 N 4th St (Minneapolis)

When you're overdue for a quick hop downtown, Pizza Lucé Downtown nails it with innovative, award-winning pizzas built on local ingredients, plus hoagies, salads and desserts. The tap list leans Minnesota, and there are legit vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free options...

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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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The Wild Hare

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From gluten-free cheese curds and caulafel bites to Pad Thai, Yellow Curry, Korean Street Noodles and big, juicy burgers, The Wild Hare…

10340 Baltimore St NE Ste 100

From gluten-free cheese curds and caulafel bites to Pad Thai, Yellow Curry, Korean Street Noodles and big, juicy burgers, The Wild Hare blends Mediterranean and Moroccan inspiration with a fun dive-meets-organic vibe. Blaine locals, this is your spot for bold flavors and legit vegan, vegetarian and GF options.

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Long-lasting pizzeria serving inventive pies, pasta dishes & burgers in unfussy environs.

4106 Lakeland Ave N (Minneapolis)

Long-lasting pizzeria serving inventive pies, pasta dishes & burgers in unfussy environs.

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