This year hasn’t exactly been kind to new restaurants. With the economy in shambles, local mainstays are even calling it quits. Despite the hard times, these five Twin Cities restaurants opened to rave reviews and crowds in 2008.
Looking for a Halloween costume suggestion? Dress up like a pop culture icon and show your sense of humor about it, with our celebrity picks from the world of politics, sports, music, TV and movies.
Looking for a place to shake off the hair of the dog? Or how about a boozy drink that’s also a meal? These spots are tops in the Twin Cities when it comes to mixing up a Bloody Mary.
French fries come in all shapes, sizes and flavors. But these bars and restaurants put a unique spin on an old classic that turns fried taters into finger-lickin’ delicacy.
October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month and you’ll find hundreds of products are emblazoned with the pink ribbon logo, colored pink or sold with the promise of a donation to support public awareness or cancer research. Whether you’re cooking, drinking or shopping for the cure, there are plenty of products to remind us to think pink this month—and we’ve found some fun picks.
Organic. Grass-fed. Topped with artisan cheeses. This ain’t your ordinary beef patty. These local restaurants’ burgers are gourmet all the way.
Stay warm and cozy with indulgent, mixologist-made drinks at these local hotspots.
This food-scented stretch of Nicollet Avenue provides more than ten blocks’ worth of delicious dishes from around the world and around the corner.
Looking to gather with like-minded pals after a day of protesting? These welcoming and hip spots in the Twin Cities make every “outsider” feel like an insider.
In the mood to schmooze and show off a bit? These chic dining spots in the Twin Cities often have open tables and offer some of the best meals, views and elbow-rubbing in town.
When it comes to offering delectable cupcakes, these five sweet spots take the cake.
Date night doesn’t have to cost an arm and a leg to be footloose and fancy-free. These Twin Cities hot spots make for great dining options under fifty bucks.
These hot dining spots reveal the breadth and depth of this up-and-coming Minneapolis neighborhood.
From decadent flavors to delicious and fresh ingredients, these Twin Cities ice cream shops are all about serving the finest gourmet goodies around.
Forget the travel embargo. With perfect, top-secret recipes and some fresh mint and rum, these Twin Cities restaurants and bars have brought the famous Cuban mojito to the Land of 10,000 Lakes.


