The best restaurants in Lakeville

62 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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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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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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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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Pho Valley

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Pho Valley keeps it classic with rich pho from steak to meatball, bún vermicelli bowls loaded with grilled pork or shrimp, and crispy…

7538 149th St W (Apple Valley)

Pho Valley keeps it classic with rich pho from steak to meatball, bún vermicelli bowls loaded with grilled pork or shrimp, and crispy Vietnamese crepes with lettuce and fish sauce. Add a Thai tea or bubble tea and call it dinner this week.

From the South Minneapolis newsletter, August 3, 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.

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When the week needs a flavor boost, Li-Su Thai Kitchen comes through with silky coconut curries, lively pad kee mao, comforting tom yum,…

1095 Diffley Rd G (Eagan)

When the week needs a flavor boost, Li-Su Thai Kitchen comes through with silky coconut curries, lively pad kee mao, comforting tom yum, and a basil fried rice that somehow becomes the main character. Eagan, yes, but totally worth the quick hop for legit, made-with-care Thai.

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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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Red Fox Tavern & Kitchen is the rare spot where Neapolitan pizza, sushi, tacos, and burgers peacefully coexist, and the bar backs it up…

22815 Pillsbury Ave

Red Fox Tavern & Kitchen is the rare spot where Neapolitan pizza, sushi, tacos, and burgers peacefully coexist, and the bar backs it up with 200+ bourbons and whiskeys plus 40+ tequilas. Grab a friend, try something unexpected, and make Lakeville dinner plans interesting again.

From the Lakeville newsletter, August 3, 2026

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Burger joint for creative builds, steaks, fries and waffles, plus beer and cocktails.

20751 Holyoke Ave

Burger joint for creative builds, steaks, fries and waffles, plus beer and cocktails.

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The Better Half

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Relaxed venue for wine, beer, coffee and cocktails, featuring a menu of upscale American classics and breakfasts.

20851 Holyoke Ave

Relaxed venue for wine, beer, coffee and cocktails, featuring a menu of upscale American classics and breakfasts.

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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.

20730 Holyoke Ave

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

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Tsunami Japanese

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Sushi, ramen, teriyaki bowls, and other Japanese eats are served in a casual setting.

1601 County Rd 42 W (Burnsville)

Sushi, ramen, teriyaki bowls, and other Japanese eats are served in a casual setting.

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Jensen's Cafe

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Casual cafe with outdoor seating known for breakfast served all day plus sandwiches & burgers.

12750 Nicollet Ave (Burnsville)

Casual cafe with outdoor seating known for breakfast served all day plus sandwiches & burgers.

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American eatery offering rotisserie-grilled meats and a lengthy wine list in a warm, refined space.

2140 Cliff Rd (Eagan)

American eatery offering rotisserie-grilled meats and a lengthy wine list in a warm, refined space.

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Relaxed family-friendly chain bar & grill serving American fare, plus deep-dish pizzas.

17733 Kenwood Trail

Relaxed family-friendly chain bar & grill serving American fare, plus deep-dish pizzas.

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Pizza & casual Italian food from a no-frills counter-service chain that also offers delivery.

1565 Cliff Rd Ste 17 (Eagan)

Pizza & casual Italian food from a no-frills counter-service chain that also offers delivery.

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Casual pizzeria chain serving classic & creative pies, plus wings, sandwiches & pasta.

17450 Kenwood Trail

Casual pizzeria chain serving classic & creative pies, plus wings, sandwiches & pasta.

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Upscale restaurant specializing in steak & seafood, plus a full bar & wine list.

11211 205th St W

Upscale restaurant specializing in steak & seafood, plus a full bar & wine list.

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Simplee Pho

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Pho noodle soups, spring rolls & other Vietnamese fare offered in basic, unfussy digs.

15265 Galaxie Ave (Apple Valley)

Pho noodle soups, spring rolls & other Vietnamese fare offered in basic, unfussy digs.

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Family-run Vietnamese joint serving fried rice, pork egg rolls and pho, along with delivery.

1565 Cliff Rd #3 (Eagan)

Family-run Vietnamese joint serving fried rice, pork egg rolls and pho, along with delivery.

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Spacious contemporary fixture offers a wide range of Italian dishes & wines in a welcoming interior.

14296 Plymouth Ave (Burnsville)

Spacious contemporary fixture offers a wide range of Italian dishes & wines in a welcoming interior.

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Stalwart option for American entrees & pub grub with patio seating & maritime decor.

11287 Klamath Trail

Stalwart option for American entrees & pub grub with patio seating & maritime decor.

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Laid-back food truck serving Mexican comfort dishes, including popular birria tacos.

12001 Co Rd 11 (Burnsville)

Laid-back food truck serving Mexican comfort dishes, including popular birria tacos.

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Football Pizza

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Relaxed spot with a menu of Mediterranean and Afghani dishes, including pizza.

3825 Cedar Grove Pkwy (Eagan)

Relaxed spot with a menu of Mediterranean and Afghani dishes, including pizza.

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Kyoto Sushi

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Casual Japanese outfit with all-you-can-eat buffet & menu options including sushi & hibachi dinners.

5721 Egan Dr (Savage)

Casual Japanese outfit with all-you-can-eat buffet & menu options including sushi & hibachi dinners.

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Eatery serving classic comfort food, including breakfast, in a modern space hung with Mason jars.

1565 Cliff Rd #1 (Eagan)

Eatery serving classic comfort food, including breakfast, in a modern space hung with Mason jars.

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Pizza Hut

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Popular delivery, carry-out & dine-in chain known for pizza, wings & pasta, plus sides & desserts.

17305 Kenrick Ave

Popular delivery, carry-out & dine-in chain known for pizza, wings & pasta, plus sides & desserts.

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Casual, family-friendly Japanese eatery offering hibachi fare, steak and sushi.

18453 Orchard Trail

Casual, family-friendly Japanese eatery offering hibachi fare, steak and sushi.

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

18425 Orchard Trail

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

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Hub for classic Italian comfort foods with daily happy hour, TV sports & arcade games.

14550 S Robert Trail (Rosemount)

Hub for classic Italian comfort foods with daily happy hour, TV sports & arcade games.

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Gourmet burgers, American entrees, wine & craft beer in a stylish, contemporary dining room.

17516 Dodd Blvd

Gourmet burgers, American entrees, wine & craft beer in a stylish, contemporary dining room.

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Japanese eatery offering an array of sushi, rolls and steak dishes, plus sake and beer.

2925 Cliff Rd E (Burnsville)

Japanese eatery offering an array of sushi, rolls and steak dishes, plus sake and beer.

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Relaxed, Southern-inspired diner serving comfort eats (fried chicken, burgers) and draft beer.

1940 Rahncliff Ct (Eagan)

Relaxed, Southern-inspired diner serving comfort eats (fried chicken, burgers) and draft beer.

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Buckboard

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Casual family-style restaurant serving breakfast & simple American fare in a low-key setting.

8455 210th St W

Casual family-style restaurant serving breakfast & simple American fare in a low-key setting.

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Laid-back eatery serving breakfast platters, waffles, pancakes and hash browns, plus coffee, beer and cocktails.

1012 Diffley Rd #700 (Eagan) · ✓ checked Aug 5

Laid-back eatery serving breakfast platters, waffles, pancakes and hash browns, plus coffee, beer and cocktails.

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Casual eatery for classic steak & seafood dishes plus beer, specialty martinis & early-bird deals.

3840 Rahn Rd (Eagan)

Casual eatery for classic steak & seafood dishes plus beer, specialty martinis & early-bird deals.

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Old-school Italian grocer & deli counter preparing sandwiches on fresh bread, pizzas & salads to go.

2280 Cliff Rd (Eagan)

Old-school Italian grocer & deli counter preparing sandwiches on fresh bread, pizzas & salads to go.

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Baldy's BBQ

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This laid-back BBQ restaurant is known for its rib dinners & brisket & sausage sandwiches.

20944 Holyoke Ave

This laid-back BBQ restaurant is known for its rib dinners & brisket & sausage sandwiches.

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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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Unpretentious bar & grill featuring a large menu of classic American dishes, beers & mixed drinks.

20790 Keokuk Ave S

Unpretentious bar & grill featuring a large menu of classic American dishes, beers & mixed drinks.

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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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Rack Shack BBQ

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Unfussy eatery focusing on Memphis-style BBQ fare including ribs, pulled pork, brisket & turkey.

2141 Cliff Rd (Eagan)

Unfussy eatery focusing on Memphis-style BBQ fare including ribs, pulled pork, brisket & turkey.

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Yankee Tavern

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Rustic, laid-back bar & grill with American fare including a Friday fish-fry & weekend breakfast.

1755 Yankee Doodle Rd (Eagan)

Rustic, laid-back bar & grill with American fare including a Friday fish-fry & weekend breakfast.

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Comfy, family-operated eatery offering gourmet pizza, eclectic pastas & hearty meat dishes.

1629 Lena Ct Ste 100 (Eagan)

Comfy, family-operated eatery offering gourmet pizza, eclectic pastas & hearty meat dishes.

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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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Elegant choice for all-day fare featuring steaks, seafood & other American fare, plus a full bar.

20800 Kenrick Ave

Elegant choice for all-day fare featuring steaks, seafood & other American fare, plus a full bar.

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Nostalgic diner with an extensive menu of American classics, plus malts & blue-plate specials.

1340 Duckwood Dr (Eagan)

Nostalgic diner with an extensive menu of American classics, plus malts & blue-plate specials.

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Local pizzeria chain serving creative pies, pasta & hoagies, plus beer & wine, in a casual setting.

119 N 4th St (Minneapolis)

Local pizzeria chain serving creative pies, pasta & hoagies, plus beer & wine, in a casual setting.

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Goodfellas Pizza

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Chill, family-owned joint with specialty pizza & happy hours, plus video games & TVs showing sports.

20643 Kenrick Ave

Chill, family-owned joint with specialty pizza & happy hours, plus video games & TVs showing sports.

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Simple Vietnamese restaurant serving a variety of meat & vegetable dishes, including lunch specials.

1006 County Rd 42 W (Burnsville)

Simple Vietnamese restaurant serving a variety of meat & vegetable dishes, including lunch specials.

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Easygoing venue dispensing American comfort fare, craft beers & cocktails, plus TVs for sports.

1965 Cliff Lake Rd Ste 108 (Eagan)

Easygoing venue dispensing American comfort fare, craft beers & cocktails, plus TVs for sports.

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Papa Johns Pizza

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Pizza take-out & delivery chain offering classic & specialty pizzas, plus wings, sides & desserts.

17668 Kenwood Trail

Pizza take-out & delivery chain offering classic & specialty pizzas, plus wings, sides & desserts.

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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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