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September is the most beautiful time of year in Minnesota & we want you to enjoy everything we love about living here. The Twin Cities are known for housing some of the best chef's in America, so we've gathered some of our favorite restaurants for you to check out while you are in town. Please note that the restaurant scene in Minneapolis is very popular, so we highly recommend making your reservations sooner than later! We also recommend the following activities while you are here: Take a walk around Lake Harriet or kayak the lake Visit the Walker Art Museum & Sculpture Garden Walk the Stone Arch Bridge Book a water taxi on the Mississippi River Hike to Minnehaha Falls Tour Paisley Park, Prince's private estate & production complex featuring artifacts from his life. The legendary MN State Fair will be happening this weekend, it's a must see! Visit Martin Patrick 3, the most beautiful high end department store. If you have the time we recommend renting a boat on Lake Minnetonka

Sanjusan

33 North 1st Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55401

Japanese-Italian fusion restaurant serving small plates, pizza & pasta amid an chic vibe. This is our favorite restaurant in Minneapolis!

Martina

4312 Upton Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN 55410

Nestled in the beautiful neighborhood of Linden Hills, Martina is one of the most popular & chic restaurants in Minneapolis.

Young Joni

165 13th Avenue Northeast, Minneapolis, MN 55413

Young Joni is a Northeast Minneapolis restaurant by James Beard Award-Winning chef, Ann Kim. Amazing pizza! As featured on Netflix's Chefs Table.

Owamni by The Sioux Chef

420 1st Street South, Minneapolis, MN 55401

James Beard award winner for best new restaurant, Owami specializes in Indigenous cuisine,

Sooki & Mimi

1432 West 31st Street, Minneapolis, MN 55408

Airy, woodsy eatery with 2 bars serving Mexican & Korean sharing plates. We HIGHLY recommend checking on the basement bar here for amazing cocktails.

Colita

5400 Penn Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN 55419

Our favorite neighborhood spot, just walking distance from our house, Colita specializes in house-made moles, BBQ from around the world & cocktails.

Bar La Grassa

800 North Washington Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55401

Acclaimed Italian eatery presenting pastas, small plates & a long wine list in a bustling space.

Saint Genevieve

5003 Bryant Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN 55419

Refined French bistro serving inventive dishes with champagne, beer & wine.

Hai Hai

2121 University Avenue Northeast, Minneapolis, MN 55418

James Beard–nominated chef Christina Nguyen’s Southeast Asian restaurant Hai Hai is one of Northeast Minneapolis’s most compelling restaurants. After dinner go across the street to grab a drink at Grumpy's Bar.

Matt's Bar and Grill

3500 Cedar Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55407

Circa-1954, cash-only beer & burger joint celebrated for its cheese-stuffed patty, the Juicy Lucy! Best burger in town!

Khâluna

4000 Lyndale Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN 55409

Chef Ann Ahmed’s latest restaurant is an enchanting homage to Laotian and Southeast Asian cooking, and one of Eater’s best new restaurants of 2022.

Pizzeria Lola

5557 Xerxes Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN 55410

As featured on Netflix's Chefs Table, Pizzeria Lola is a modern pizzeria with patio seating that offers creative wood-fired pies with Korean flair & global wines.

Spoon and Stable

211 North 1st Street, Minneapolis, MN 55401

French-inspired menu in a cozy, rustic-chic vintage carriage house.

All Saints Restaurant

222 East Hennepin Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55414

Wood-fired cuisine and clever cocktails in the heart of NE Minneapolis. The menu is focused on giving vegetables the same center of the plate treatment as meat, while still sharing the spotlight.

Myriel

470 Cleveland Avenue South, Saint Paul, MN 55105

One of the hardest reservations to get in town, Myriel is a cozy restaurant prepping seasonal recipes, including tasting menus & à la carte options.

Estelle

1806 Saint Clair Avenue, Saint Paul, MN 55105

Southern European cooking is paired with a robust drink menu at this neighborhood eatery.

The Monte Carlo

219 North 3rd Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55401

A Minneapolis staple since 1906 this old school restaurant serves oysters, wings, martini's and steaks.

The Kenwood Restaurant

2115 West 21st Street, Minneapolis, MN 55405

The Kenwood Restaurant near Bde Maka Ska/Lake of the Isles serves seasonal, Italian-inspired international dishes.

Alma

528 University Avenue Southeast, Minneapolis, MN 55414

A relaxed place for eating and socializing. Counter-service, table-side digital ordering and online take away are available. No reservations needed. Great for breakfast or lunch.

Heather's

5201 Chicago Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55417

Neighborhood eatery serving sandwiches, burgers & brunch staples, plus wine & patio seating.

Cave Vin

5555 Xerxes Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN 55410

A Southwest Minneapolis neighborhood gem, Cavé Vin is one of the best kept secrets in the city. A family owned local restaurant where you’ll feel like family too.

Grumpy's Bar

2200 4th Street Northeast, Minneapolis, MN 55418

Grumpy's Bar in Northeast is like the Cha Cha Lounge or Casey Moore's of Minneapolis.

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