Best Restaurants with a Vibrant Bar Scene in Burnsville, Minneapolis - St. Paul

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1. Chianti Grill - Burnsville

4.8

Exceptional(7088)

$$$$

• Italian • Burnsville

Booked 62 times today

Chianti Grill features authentic and contemporary Italian cuisine along with aged angus steaks and fresh seafood. The award winning food is complimented by an extensive wine list featuring selections from California, Italy and around the world. Chianti Grill’s friendly, professional service...

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2. Hazelwood Bloomington

4.8

Exceptional(7110)

$$$$

• American • Bloomington

Booked 150 times today

Welcome to Hazelwood Food and Drink in Bloomington. A modern New American restaurant serving modern comfort food with a family feel in a bright and contemporary interior with a scratch kitchen that offers wonderful dishes from our rotisserie and wood burning pizza oven, everyone is sure to find a new favorite! We are open 7 days a week with our signature brunch offered on Saturday and Sunday. Hazelwood is the perfect spot for your work meeting, date night, or family outing!We would love to take care of you.On the go, call us at 952.222.4000 for take-out or curbside.Online reservations and take-out orders available at hazelwoodfoodanddrink.com

3. Ciao Bella

4.9

Exceptional(7137)

$$$$

• Italian • Bloomington

Booked 93 times today

CURRENTLY, ALL RESERVATIONS MADE WILL BE FOR INSIDE SEATING. PATIO SEATING IS ALL FIRST COME, FIRST SERVE. THANK YOU.At Ciao Bella, we serve simple, fresh Italian cuisine made from local ingredients. Our handcrafted meals are accompanied by a thoughtful, approachable wine selection. We believe dining is more than food: it is an experience, and ours is quality. Enjoy your handcrafted meal on our lively outdoor patio, or take in the local art collection in our dining room. Our philosophy is simple: quality food and wine presented with welcoming service. Every meal. Every day. Please join us. A Minneapolis metro favorite, Ciao Bella was opened in 1997 by Minneapolis restaurateur Rick Webb, whose pursuits have set the standard in Twin Cities dining for over 40 years. Heading downtown? Visit Ciao Bella’s sister restaurant, Zelo, for another dining experience from Rick Webb featuring handcrafted food and dedicated service.

4. Colita

4.8

Exceptional(68)

$$$$

• Unspecified • South Minneapolis

Booked 63 times today

Modernized Mexican eatery specializing in housemade moles, BBQ from around the world & cocktails.

5. CRAVE - Galleria

4.7

Exceptional(3818)

$$$$

• American • Edina

Booked 54 times today

CRAVE American Kitchen & Sushi Bar was built out of a passion to create a dining experience unlike any other. We combine quality-sourced ingredients, chic ambiance, outstanding service, and diverse menu choices to create an unforgettable dining experience. The energy of the restaurant is all encompassing – the buzz of guests and staff, the warm and open design, the modern sushi bar, the fresh spin on American cuisine, and the sense of discovery around every corner. A CRAVE guest will leave knowing they experienced just the right mix of great food, entertainment, and service in what can only be defined as The CRAVE Experience.

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6. Jimmy's Kitchen and Bar

4.6

Exceptional(4402)

$$$$

• American • Minnetonka

Booked 32 times today

Jimmy's features contemporary and traditional American cuisine with global influences, market fresh fish and seafood, Certified Angus Beef steaks and chops, slowly roasted baby back ribs, gourmet salads, chicken, pastas, burgers and hand-crafted sandwiches, served in a rich, handsome upscale-casual atmosphere.

7. Twin City Grill

4.6

Exceptional(2794)

$$$$

• American • Bloomington

Booked 34 times today

Located on the first floor of the Mall of America, Twin City Grill is an American grill offering a comfortable environment with homemade comfort foods, ideal for your shopping break. Take a seat at our bar during happy hour and sip on a local craft beer, or choose from one of our 20 wines by the glass or a hand-shaken classic cocktail. Enjoy our relaxing dining room as a retreat from the hustle bustle of the mall, and enjoy classic comfort foods done right. From Northern Lakes Walleye Fish Fry, to grill classics such as our Prime Meatloaf with old-fashioned gravy and a Roast Turkey Plate with scratch made stuffing, we offer a variety of dishes that are sure to leave you satisfied. Or, select from one of our crispy grilled flatbreads, fresh salads or sandwiches served with salt n’ vinegar fries. Whether it’s a casual meal, special night out, or business meeting, stop in for lunch or dinner at Twin City Grill, located in the North Garden of the mall. Reservations accepted.

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8. Pizzeria Lola

4.8

Exceptional(272)

$$$$

• Pizzeria • South Minneapolis

Booked 39 times today

Pizzeria Lola is James Beard award-winning Chef Ann Kim's neighborhood pizzeria in Minneapolis. Our menu features signature wood-fired pizzas, sharable salads & sides, wine & beer wine, and a curated list of classic cocktails. Pizzas include familiar classics including My Sha-Roni (pepperoni & sausage) and Margherita, and signature guest favorites like Lady Zaza (kimchi and Korean sausage) and Korean BBQ (our #1 best-seller). Our menu is vegetarian-friendly and offers a housemade gluten-free crust as an option for all of our pizzas. Pizzeria Lola has been featured in the New York Times and on "Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives," "CBS Saturday" and Netflix's "Chef's Table: Pizza." Pizzeria Lola is located in Southwest Minneapolis (just off Highway 62) and is easily accessible on the way to or from Minneapolis/St. Paul International Airport.We're open for lunch and dinner daily. Reservations are available and walk-ins are always welcome.

9. UNION Rooftop

4.2

Awesome(3320)

$$$$

• American • Downtown / North Loop

Booked 31 times today

A word from UNION RooftopExperience the Union of talent, creativity, art, food, and design.Kaskaid Hospitality has been credited with bringing dining in the Twin Cities to new heights, and UNION Rooftop is the crown jewel in its latest unveiling of unique hospitality concepts. Painstaking attention was paid to every detail, from restoring the building’s original architectural treasures to installing the one-of-a-kind retractable rooftop. UNION has engaged a talented culinary team that holds themselves to the highest standards, ensuring every dish is special, surprising, and cohesive. We have created a menu that can be experienced in just the right proportions, from an elegant snack before the theater, to a celebratory private dining tasting menu featuring ingredients that change daily.Valet Parking Available Nightly

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10. Granite City Food & Brewery - Eagan

4.2

Awesome(1123)

$$$$

• American • Eagan

Booked 28 times today

With its warm, inviting and modern design, Granite City Food & Brewery’s expansive interior features a spacious and comfortable dining room, four-sided modern, full-service bar and three private dining areas, as well as an outdoor patio. The on-site brewery, with award-winning hand crafted micro-brews, is visible from the main dining and bar areas. The restaurant also showcases an open kitchen featuring chef developed, handcrafted made-from-scratch cuisine, including innovative signature entrees, flatbreads and more.Granite City Food & Brewery’s signature brews, which are made on-site, include The Duke (Pale Ale), The Bennie (Bock), The Batch (Double IPA), The Northern (American Style Light Lager) and The Stout. Seasonal brews are featured throughout the year.

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SteveGold
Minneapolis - St. Paul •47 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Amazing service, outstanding food and just a wonderful time all around! Their attention to detail is impressive, we enjoy the decorations and appreciation on special occasions!
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Hazelwood Bloomington$$$$• American• Bloomington
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4.8
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Anne Marie
Minneapolis - St. Paul •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
My husband and I went for lunch and every thing that passed our lips was fantastic. The fresh made bread, Caesar salad and our entrees -shrimp cacio e Pepe and spicy crab pasta were off the hook. Even reheated for lunch today, still fantastic. We also ordered the small “sample” size tiramisu and crème brûlée. Perfection! And our server, Cassandra, was phenomenal. I was debating on a mocktail and she pointed me to the perfect one. I can’t remember what it was called but it had berries and ginger beer and was so refreshing. Definitely recommend!!
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Ciao Bella$$$$• Italian• Bloomington
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4.9
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JimGold
Minneapolis - St. Paul •28 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
I am never disappointed with the food, service, or ambiance at Crave. Delicious food for a good value, and the servers are very courteous and professional.
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CRAVE - Galleria$$$$• American• Edina
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4.7
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Michele
Minneapolis - St. Paul •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
The food was outstanding! Wait staff was attentive. Fabulous experience. Thank you for a terrific dinner.
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Chianti Grill - Burnsville$$$$• Italian• Burnsville
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4.8
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Kristen
Minneapolis - St. Paul •1 review
5.0
Dined on May 1, 2026
Great food, great drinks, great service as always!
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Colita$$$$• Unspecified• South Minneapolis
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4.8

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