Diners' Choice: Hot spot restaurants in Twin Cities / Southern Suburbs

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Updated November 05, 2026

Looking for restaurants that are the best hot spots in Twin Cities / Southern Suburbs? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Legends Club Grill

4.8

4.8 (443)

$30 and under

Grill

Lakeville

About the restaurant

High above the course, with fabulous views of the Legends Club’s fairways, greens, lakes, wetlands, ponds, trees and nature is an ideal place to enjoy distinctive cuisine! Enjoy the warm and inviting elegant Minnesota lodge atmosphere of The Legends Grill year round. The 4-sided natural stone center fireplace provides the charm and ambiance for lunch, dinner or for just a beverage at the bar.

Legends Club dining staff prepares the elements of the UPSCALE CASUAL dining experience that Legends Grill is quickly gaining a reputation for. The upscale casual dining at Legends is often talked about as much as the premier golf course!
Legends Grill is a full service restaurant and bar.

Top review

Bryan

Dined on Oct 30, 2026

Fantastic service and excellent Salmon Risotto! Others at the table had Canadian walleye and prime rib. A cup of Louisiana gumbo soup hit the spot!

Chianti Grill - Burnsville

4.8

4.8 (7220)

$30 and under

Italian

Burnsville

About the restaurant

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...

Top review

LynnGold

Dined 2 days ago

Had a fabulous server. Excellent ambiance. Delicious food.

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Porterhouse Steak and Seafood - Lakeville

4.8

4.8 (7874)

$31 to $50

Steak

Lakeville

About the restaurant

Porterhouse Steak and Seafood offers casual-fine dining with a Supper Club atmosphere. The menu consists of premium steaks aged a minimum of twenty eight days, fresh fish & seafood. All entrees are served with a choice of House, Caesar or Spinach salad, bread and choice of Potato or Vegetable.

Top review

Michael

Dined 2 days ago

Great service, friendly, great food, relaxing, can’t go wrong!

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Bravi's Craft Mexican Kitchen

4.7

4.7 (221)

$31 to $50

Mexican

Shakopee

About the restaurant

At Bravi’s Craft Mexican Kitchen, we’re all about bringing authentic Mexican flavors to life with fresh, handcrafted dishes. Since opening in 2018 in a cozy hole in the wall in downtown shakopee, we’ve been dedicated to quality and flavor. Our passion and growing community support led us to expand to our Canterbury location summer of 2023, where we proudly embrace the name “craft kitchen.”

Here, everything is made in-house—from hand-cut meats to our vibrant, freshly made salsas. We honor authentic techniques and bold flavors to deliver dishes that give you a true taste of Mexico.

Welcome to Bravi’s, where every bite is crafted with care.

Top review

JohnGold

Dined on Oct 30, 2026

We really enjoyed our lunch at Bravi's. Jasmine was fantastic server.

Kyndred Hearth

4.7

4.7 (1460)

$31 to $50

Italian

Eagan

About the restaurant

With a focus on quality ingredients, simplicity and execution, the menu features James Beard award-winning chef, Ann Kim’s take on familiar favorites. Located on the first floor, Kyndred Hearth is a comfortable, modern setting. It will serve as a welcoming neighborhood gathering space for the community, and gives out of town visitors a taste of the Minneapolis food scene during their stay at Viking Lakes.

Top review

OpenTable Diner

Dined 3 days ago

Kyndred is my favorite dining place in Eagan! The friendly staff, the delicious food and the vibe is great.

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Porter Creek Hardwood Grilll

4.7

4.7 (1250)

$30 and under

American

Burnsville

About the restaurant

In the spirit of wine country, Porter Creek features a fresh contemporary American menu with California-Mediterranean influences. Signature to the brand are fire roasted meats and rustic vegetables from the rotisserie and woodfired oven where temperatures approach 600 degrees.

As a complement to the menu, Porter Creek offers 80+ bottles of wine – 60 of which are featured by the glass, and over 100 premium brands of spirits including scotch, tequila, bourbon & rye sippers!

Rejoice during the warmer months on this outdoor patio! Whether you’re dining al fresco or enjoying a cocktail at the outdoor bar, a fireplace or water feature is never far away…your oasis in the city!

Top review

Mary

Dined 4 days ago

We had a great experience. We celebrated a landmark birthday and from the host to the servers, we were all treated like royalty! The food was excellent, the service was fantastic! We will definitely be coming back!

Gary's Supper Club - Lakeville

4.6

4.6 (1322)

$31 to $50

Steak

Lakeville

About the restaurant

Gary's Supper Club is a modern day twist on your grandparent's supper club. We are delighted to provide the south metro with an energetic, fun-filled restaurant, providing a new twist on some of the old school supper club favorites. Cozy up in one of our booths, peruse our menu of salads, steaks, and seafood. Enjoy traditional supper club dishes, such as prime rib and the finest Friday night Fish Fry around! Our bartenders will be happy to satisfy your libation needs with a handcrafted cocktail or pour from an extensive wine menu. No meal would be complete without Gary's famous Key Lime Pie.

We source locally and support our regional farmers. We are careful to use sustainable seafood selections to provide you with the freshest and finest seafood flown in daily. We are active in the community and strive to support local with "Gary's Give Backs".

Come as you are! We're FUN, not fancy. Stop in, grab a barstool, and tell us you know Gary. We'll take it from there! #EatDrink&BeGary"

Top review

Marilyn

Dined 2 days ago

We had a wonderful time at Gary’s! Delicious food, great service — it doesn’t get much better than that! Thank you so much.

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Popular dish

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Mystic Hop House

4.5

4.5 (43)

$30 and under

American

Prior Lake

About the restaurant

Coming Soon!

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MichelleGold

Dined 7 days ago

Great salad. Loved the atmosphere. Food was good and we had a great time.

The Farmer's Cellar

4.4

4.4 (67)

$30 and under

American

Lakeville

About the restaurant

Always a walk-in spot, reservations optional.
The Farmer's Cellar is a hidden gem inspired by the spirit of Prohibition-era cellars and the warmth of rural gatherings. We blend vintage charm with modern craft, offering inventive cocktails and elevated comfort food in an intimate, nostalgic setting.

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Mark

Dined 3 days ago

The waiter could have been a little more knowledgeable but the food was great and the place is amazing!

Whiskey Inferno Meat House & Craft Bar

4.1

4.1 (32)

$30 and under

American

Savage

About the restaurant

Whiskey Inferno brings together the soul of a modern steakhouse and the warmth of a neighborhood BBQ joint in a way that feels both elevated and welcoming.
Our menu is built around bold, fire-driven cooking, from hand-cut steaks and slow-smoked meats to chef-driven comfort dishes designed to be shared or savored solo. The bar is a destination of its own, featuring an extensive whiskey and bourbon selection, thoughtfully crafted cocktails, and a deep respect for classic techniques with a modern edge.
Set in a relaxed, unpretentious space, Whiskey Inferno is the kind of place where a special night out feels effortless and a casual dinner turns into a memorable experience. Whether you are here for a perfectly cooked steak, a plate of smoky barbecue, or a well-balanced cocktail by the fire, Whiskey Inferno delivers big flavor, genuine hospitality, and a welcoming energy that keeps guests coming back.

Top review

Shannon

Dined on Sep 20, 2026

The Manhattan in the wooden box was absolutely amazing to behold and drink!

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