Eat N Wander: Minneapolis

For every city traveled, I think back on my most delicious experiences and compile a list of my most recommended for that city. Considered a work in progress, this list will be updated and continue to grow and change as I find more memorable, tasty, share-worthy places.

Below are my current recommendations for places to check out while indulging Minneapolis. 

EAT N DRINK

112 Eatery, 112 N 3rd Street

112eatery.com

Recommended for: Date night dinner, intimate dinner with friends 

Price: Average

Tips: Majority of the appetizers and a handful of entrees serve as great shared plates. Highly recommended to approach dinner as shared small plates style vs individual entrees.

This casual restaurant can be dressed up or down. And the menu reflects the same sentiment. An 

American eatery that does almost every dish I have had really well, you will taste midwest comfort food mixed with eclectic inspired dishes and ingredients. The appetizer list is bountiful and so is the entree menu. Food enthusiasts and food conservatives alike will be able to find the perfect dish for their palate on this menu. The restaurant setting is dim and intimate and you just feel nurtured. It's absolutely outstanding and always consistent. 

The Bachelor Farmer

bachelorfarmer.com

Recommended for:  Date night dinner, intimate dinner with friends, Brunch

Price: Average

Tips: If you're there for brunch do not miss out on ordering some of their decadent and interesting fresh baked muffins and  pastries for the table. Wash it down with a glass of champagne from the champagne cart that comes by.

A sustainable garden on a rooftop in Minnesota? It's true, and The Bachelor Farmer made it happen. This restaurant is charming and despite a nondescript, Nordic style modest personality, it easily stands out as one of Minneapolis' sweetheart restaurants. The restaurant is almost unmarked making it hard to find, and completely out of the hustle and bustle of downtown. But once inside, its unfinished beams, brick walls, and minimalist decor bring it to life in the warmest, most inviting way. Then, just like its personality, in its modesty it shows basic, dishes on the menu that embrace the main ingredient. But with a taste you'll be impressed and realize how good basic really is. Also for champagne enthusiasts, they offer champagnes by the glass that are typically only sold by the bottle, available at Sunday brunch only.