The Most Fun Restaurants in Minneapolis

As one of the Midwest's biggest cities - the Minnesota capital of Minneapolis has grown into a hot spot for commerce, culture, and cuisine. The most fun restaurants in Minneapolis provide an intriguing selection of classic Midwestern dishes, along with the cutting-edge tastes adapted from its diverse population. But where are the smartest, savviest diners in the city headed out to when looking for the most fun restaurants in Minneapolis? Welcome to the Tastemaker 20. Here, we've gathered information from in-the-know diners throughout the city to put together this list of the best new restaurants in Minneapolis. From old-fashioned pubs perfect to watch a Twins, Vikings or Wild game to upscale downtown spaces, the most fun restaurants in Minneapolis have something for everyone to enjoy. Grab a table in Minneapolis at one of these great new spots tonight!

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3 Restaurants

Updated November 18, 2019

Restaurants:	Rincon 38, Icehouse, Hell's Kitchen Minneapolis…
Price Range:	$$ - $$$
Cuisines:	Spanish, American…
Neighborhoods:	South Minneapolis, Whittier, Downtown / North Loop…

Rincon 38

$$$$

Spanish

South Minneapolis

4.9

1220 reviews

This classically-styled Grand Avenue spot is one of the most fun restaurants in Minneapolis. It's the place to go in Minneapolis for some of the city's best tapas plates and an extensive craft beer selection. Head in for the restaurant's Happy Hour from Sunday to Thursday, with beer and select tapas specials. Try some of the Rincon favorite tapas, like calamari with parsley oil or the traditional Spanish langoustines with garlic-pimenton wine sauce. Pair dinner with one of the excellent Rincon beers, like the Pryes Miraculum IPA or Fulton "Sweet Child of Vine."

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Icehouse

$$$$

American

Whittier

4.5

1334 reviews

Icehouse is a two-story hot spot in the heart of the city that remains one of the most fun restaurants in Minneapolis. Converted from the longtime headquarters of a Fuel and Ice company, Icehouse is a fun, chic spot with a creative menu. Head in on Monday nights for the jazz scene or try the Saturday or Sunday Icehouse brunch. The sandwiches at Icehouse are am menu highlight. Go for the pastrami Reuben or the brisket Philly with cheddar fondue. This is also a place for those with a sweet tooth. Stick around for dessert and get the salty caramel macarons, smores, or coffee panna cotta.

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Hell's Kitchen Minneapolis

$$$$

American

Downtown / North Loop

4.5

4526 reviews

Hell's Kitchen provides some heavenly tastes in the heart of Minneapolis. This funky underground spot is one of the most fun restaurants in Minneapolis. There's a full menu for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, and one of the best brunches in the city. Check out some of the Hell's Kitchen live music performances and some of the local-favorite cuisine. Don't miss the "Minnesota icon" state-fair cheese curds with a light beer batter or maple-glazed bison sausage with pure maple syrup. The restaurant's famed half-pound caramel-pecan roll is also iconic. For dinner, be sure to try the Minnesota-special and cheese-filled "Juicy Lucifer" burger.

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