Diners' Choice: Lively restaurants in Twin Cities / Southern Suburbs

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Updated November 05, 2026

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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!

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!

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.

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

Filet

Doolittles Woodfire Grill - Eagan

4.6

4.6 (1118)

$30 and under

American

Eagan

About the restaurant

Featuring woodfired rotisserie cooking, Doolittles Woodfire Grill is an experience that ignites your senses! Grilling meat over an open flame for a savory wood roasted flavor. The rotation of the rotisserie creates self basting and slow roasting skewers resulting in juicy and succulent meats. Presenting a wine list that would please any connoisseur, Doolittles boasts over 60 wines by the bottle and 30 selections by the glass. The hugely popular ½ price wine by the bottle attracts wine lovers every Monday, all day! The outdoor firepit creates a relaxing setting to wine and dine for any occasion.

Top review

CatGold

Dined 2 days ago

Very pleasant experience and good food-enjoyed Happy Hour and our host and server were very nice-would go back

Mallards - Inver Grove Heights

4.6

4.6 (554)

$30 and under

Seafood

Inver Grove Heights

About the restaurant

Mallards is serving up award winning seafood & Cajun fare with southern hospitality. Born and raised in Kansas City Missouri, southern hospitality is on the top of our list. It’s more than tradition. It’s ice cold beer, key lime pie, and a party in our backyard. Our family wanted to turn passion into a reality in 2013, so we came together and opened Mallards. With Dad in charge of the menu all of our favorites started showing up! From Jambalaya to Tennessee Hot Chicken, our story finds itself on each and every plate!

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Matt

Dined on Oct 10, 2026

Svetlana was amazing. First time there and everything was perfect. New favorite restaurant in the South metro!!

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.

Mallards - Shakopee

4.4

4.4 (408)

$30 and under

Cajun

Shakopee

About the restaurant

Top review

Nancy

Dined on Oct 20, 2026

The food, atmosphere and the service were all excellent. We thoroughly enjoyed our night out to dinner.

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Popular dish

Lobster Roll

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.

Top review

Mark

Dined 3 days ago

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

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