This legendary steakhouse is not just Minneapolis's best but consistently ranks among the best in the country. Open since 1988, locals flock here for extravagant feasts centered on seafood towers and bone-in ribeye with hard-to-beat marbling and crust. Pair your fancy surf-and-turf with a martini, and don’t miss decadent desserts like the whiskey-infused bread pudding. White tablecloths, a showstopping wine wall, and jacket-clad servers reinforce how special every meal here feels.

Creative rolls like the uncultured swan with shrimp tempura and unagi sauce set the stage for a rollicking time at this always-busy North Loop hotspot. Chef and owner Enkhbileg “Billy” Tserenbat has been cooking in the Twin Cities for more than 20 years and often checks in on tables himself, so don't feel shy asking him for menu recs. Settle into one of several sleek tables, choose a drink from the extensive sake and whisky selection, and be prepared to have one of the best nights out.

Wood-fired pizzas get a Korean twist at this Minneapolis spot that Time Out named one of the best pizzerias in the country in 2023. James Beard Award-winning chef and owner Ann Kim makes exciting pies like the Lady Zaza with Korean sausage and kimchi. Pair them with a glass of wine from the global list—the restaurant’s central, brass-encased wood-burning fireplace makes every meal here feel super cozy.