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UPTOWN. Located in a Victorian house, this genteel coffeehouse evokes a romantic feel. Faux marble tables, rose-colored chairs, and green velour booths populate the many small rooms, and a patio opens in warm weather. In addition, light classical music plays in the background. Order from a menu of tea, coffee, cakes, soups, and sandwiches.
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LORING PARK. The Oceanaire is a '50s kind of place in the best sense -comfortable booths, Tommy Dorsey tunes, relish trays, informed waiters, and a bar with eight different kinds of oysters. The menu changes daily, and skilled preparations allow fresh flavors to shine through. Seafood dishes often reflect regional preferences, and you can be assured of perfect cooking. Service is exquisite, and huge portions are easily shared (you can also get a half-order).
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DINKYTOWN. Al's greasy-spoon decor has been preserved for many years, along with a classic breakfast menu. Located near the university, the place attracts students and alums who are thrilled to return and find Al's just as they remember it. Deemed by some folks as the best breakfast place in the Twin Cities, Al's is known for blueberry and blackberry buttermilk pancakes as well as for omelets and eggs Benedict. They only take cash, and if you're in the door before 1pm, they'll happily serve you. A small place, so don't be surprised by waits.
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DOWNTOWN. Upscale Morton's serves a lot more than just American Angus. The atmosphere is classy, and you'll be catered to by a friendly waitstaff who present the night's menu by bringing out a cart and describing each dish. Entrée favorites include blackened swordfish, fresh Maine lobster, and a 24-ounce porterhouse. Located near Minneapolis Convention Center.
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DOWNTOWN. A subdued, classy space – replete with elegant wooden chairs, chic iron light fixtures, and superb views of Nicollet Mall – characterizes Vincent. French classics are given a modern American twist, much to the delight of satisfied patrons. Lunch sees plates like penne pasta with shrimp in tomato and thyme ragout, and a croque monsieur, while dinner finds fare like seared beef tenderloin with gnocchi potato galettes and salmon in a wine-and-black currant reduction. A prix fixe bistro menu offers three courses for $40.
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SOUTH MINNEAPOLIS. Cozy Scott Ja-Mamas enjoys fine status as one of the area's best barbecue dives, and identifying two or three standouts on the menu is impossible since everything tastes so good! Follow the "Hot Barbecue" neon sign, and you'll find finger-licking spare ribs, barbecued chicken, and shredded pork, along with a selection of sauces: mild, medium, or hot (and they do mean HOT!). Consider throwing a twice-baked potato into the mix, too. Come early for lunch, because seating is often limited. If you do have to wait, check out the eclectic decor, which includes poker-playing dog art and newspaper clippings.
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NORTHEAST MINNEAPOLIS. This legendary deli features homemade Ukrainian dishes like nalesnyky (meat-stuffed, cheese-topped crepes) and varenyky (dumplings stuffed with meat, cheese, potatoes, or sauerkraut). Other possibilities include cabbage rolls, sausage-spinach rolls, or goulash. Enjoy your meal in the big, open dining room, and then stop by the counter for homemade Krakowsa sausage or a kolachi, a wonderful, cream-filled pastry.
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UPTOWN. Known for its "street food from the hot zone," Chino Latino features scrumptious, exotic food and drink from a variety of equatorial regions around the globe. The wild, festive decor features a cushioned orange vinyl wall, giant round booths, and an open kitchen, not to mention oft-commented-on restrooms. The eclectic menu includes dishes from Asia and South America: wok-seared noodles, paella, empanadas, suckling pig, sushi, satays, and more. Reservations are suggested, especially during weekends.
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9. Urban Bean
3255 S Bryant Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55408 · 612-824-6611
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UPTOWN. This friendly neighborhood coffee house features a café in the front room and a living room filled with mismatched furniture in the back. It's a fun place to kick back with friends, take on other patrons with one of the many board games, or sit outside when the weather's warm with a nice cuppa. Wooden floors, high ceilings, local artwork, and an aquarium set the scene; baked goods are among the munchies available.
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10. Figlio
3001 Hennepin Ave S, Calhoun Square, Minneapolis, MN 55408 · 612-822-1688
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UPTOWN. Snug Figlio, one of Minneapolis's trendier restaurants, is just the place to brush shoulders with a well-heeled crowd. Famous for its small plates and wood-grilled meats and seafood, Figlio promises incredible, rustic fare. At lunch, creative pizzas, pastas, and salads reign, but at dinner, you'll want to try garlicky, brick-pressed chicken or maybe Tuscan lamb chops. The best tables are located in the rear near the fireplace, and you can also dine al fresco.
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