#1

Totinos Italian Kitchen Italian 523 Central Ave Ne, Minneapolis (612) 379-9105  I go to Totino's Italian Kitchen for the pasta. The cheese ravioli is excellant! The also have meat ravioli, spaghetti, mostaccioli, and pizza. I did not care for their pizza, the cheese tasted processed and the crust was not adequately baked. Howeve...

#2

Gasthof ZUR Gemutlichkeit German 2300 University Avenue Northeast, Minneapolis (612) 781-3860  I found this restaurant on the Internet Restaurant Guide prior to our first trip to the Twin Cities. Sounded interesting. Gave it a try thinking that since there were several restaurants in the area, we could have a few drinks and leave if it didn't...

#3

Kong's Restaurant Chinese, Fast Food 2910 East Lake Street, Minneapolis (612) 722-2486  This place has been on Lake Street for more then 25-30 years. Anyone from South Minneapolis knows this place if they have lived in the area over the decades. Very pleasant atmosphear and the service is fast and accurate. Never had a wrong order ye...

#4

La Toscana Ristorante Italian 3220 W Lake St, Minneapolis (612) 926-6668  This has to be the best italian restaurant in the twin cities area.The chef, Royal Dahlstrom (does that sound like an italian name or what) works wonders in the kitchen. Starters are not to be missed, try anthing with scallops. Pastas are great also....

#5

Benihana Japanese 850 Louisiana Avenue South, Minneapolis (763) 542-9922  Benihana's is a wonderful resturant for any occasion. It is a great place to go with a group of friends or family. It would also make a wonderful spot for a first date. The menu provides a great selection of meats, seafood and vegatables, and the ...

#6

Ruth's Chris Steak House Steak House 920 2nd Avenue South Suite 100, Minneapolis (612) 672-9000  This was the 4th or 5th time I've been to Ruth's and I will continue to return. It was my wife's birthday and they treated her to a complimentary dessert with a candle and it was a special night. The food was delicious as always. The service, comi...

#7

Nye's Polonaise Room Polish 112 E Hennepin Ave., Minneapolis (612) 379-2021  One of the star's of Minneapolis. This place is a cultural institution. Fun Polish food, and look for the accordion polka on the weekends (or whenever it is). Call for reservations on the weekends. Last time we were there we saw the red hat ladies...

#8

Solera Chinese, Continental, Spanish, Tapas 900 Hennepin Avenue, Minneapolis (612) 338-0062  Bravo is a wonderful restaurant for theatre enthusiastes of all ages. The candlelit ambience and Broadway style of the wait staff induce a night of fun and unforgettable magic. I rate this restaurant as high as possible!

#9	Chino Latino International 2916 Hennepin Avenue, Minneapolis (612) 824-7878  Chino's has exellent and exotic food to choose from. Good quality sushi, flavorful and spicy entrees, and a very fun drink menu. But the atmosphere is the best.

#10	Nicollet Island Inn Fine Dining 95 Merriam St., Minneapolis (612) 331-3035  Great restaraunt, not for the average Joe, leave the kids at home, elegant, and don't forget to ask for a window seat because of the scenic view of the river.