Minneapolis, MN
Best Italian (Restaurants)
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Broders' Cucina Italiana |
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2308 W 50th St, Minneapolis 55410 • 612-925-3113
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SOUTHWEST MINNEAPOLIS. This cozy Italian deli has a few seats in the dining room, but most folks grab a panini or slice of pizza to take back to the office. Other lunch choices include hot dishes like spinach lasagna, manicotti, and an ever-changing daily pasta special. Those eating light can try the arugula salad with asiago cheese and orange-balsamic vinaigrette, or a house salad with pistachios and champagne dressing. Later in the day, the cucina does a brisk dinner business; Broders' Pasta Bar across the street also serves evening eats. |
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Buca di Beppo |
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1204 Harmon Pl, Minneapolis 55403 • 612-288-0138
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LORING PARK. If you're in the mood for family-style Italian food, try downtown's Buca di Beppo. Inside, colorful dining areas feature a wide range of eccentric statues and paintings. For dinner, try a Napoli-style Pizza Bianca, or if you're looking for something a little different, sample salmon Siracusa (with olives and capers) or Buca's own chicken Vesuvio. Chocolate lovers will want the spumoni or cannoli, both of which are sinful. Along with family-style offerings, individual-sized portions are available. |
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Ciao Bella |
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3501 Minnesota Dr, Bloomington 55435 • 952-841-1000
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BLOOMINGTON. Sister restaurant of Zelo, Ciao Bella is a trendy, smartly decorated eatery that's quite popular at lunch and dinner with the business crowd. The moody restaurant features sensous curves, exposed brick, wrought iron, and bold design elements, including a funky bar. Pizza is king at lunch, but at dinner you'll want to sample excellent pasta dishes – fusilli with grilled chicken is not to be missed. Fresh fish, steaks, and chicken also prove delicious. Reservations are suggested. |
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User Rating: 9.5
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Figlio |
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3001 Hennepin Ave S Calhoun Square, Minneapolis 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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User Rating: 8.25
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Pizza Lucé |
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119 N 4th St, Minneapolis 55401 • 612-333-7359
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WAREHOUSE DISTRICT. At Pizza Lucé, the delectable pies are made from scratch, and you can top them with just about anything you desire – high-quality ingredients like seafood, chicken, eggplant, and artichoke hearts. Standard pies to exotic concoctions are possible, and homemade pastas and salads make for a great lunch, as do hoagies. Pizza Luce also offers vegetarian and vegan options and is a fantastic place for late-night dining, as you can tell by the crowds. |
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User Rating: 9.5
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Prima |
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5325 Lyndale Ave S, Minneapolis 55419 • 612-827-7376
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SOUTH MINNEAPOLIS. Whether you're looking for an on-the-go sandwich for lunch or a leisurely, first-date dinner, Prima is a wise choice. Locals rave about the deli sandwiches, piled high with choice meats and accompaniments like brie and spinach. Pastas take center stage at dinner – five-cheese tortellini and spaghetti vongole are dished up in generous, savory portions. Agnolotti, small pasta stuffed with a puree of red peppers and goat cheese, is not to be missed. With several dishes geared towards vegetarians and a kid-friendly atmosphere, there's something for everyone at this favorite neighborhood bistro. |
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Punch Neapolitan Pizza |
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3226 W Lake St Calhoun Village Shopping Center, Minneapolis 55410 • 612-929-0006
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SOUTHWEST MINNEAPOLIS. Pizza pies at this local chain are wood-fired, resulting in maximum flavor and pleasantly crisp crusts. Unexpected ingredients like cayenne salami are fresh and appetizing, as are basics like tomatoes and mozzarella. A wide selection of vegetarian options, a decent array of salads, and a wine list that's better than you might imagine are even more reason to take a leisurely lunch at Punch. |
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Zelo |
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831 Nicollet Mall Medical Arts Building, Minneapolis 55402 • 612-333-7000
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DOWNTOWN. Zelo successfully brings the scintillating atmosphere, tastes, and aromas of Northern Italy to downtown Minneapolis. The sophisticated restaurant's rich, dramatic interior is marked by bold bronze and black tones, intimate booths, and a trendy bar scene. The menu includes pastas, pizzas, wood-grilled pork and steaks, fresh fish, veal scallopine, and even an ahi tuna burger. Complete a meal with molten chocolate cake, artisan cheeses, or a tripartite gelato sampler. |
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User Rating: 9.25
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al Vento |
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5001 34th Ave S, Minneapolis 55417 • 612-724-3009
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NOKOMIS. Hearty southern Italian cuisine comes to South Minneapolis in this cozy restaurant. Yellow-gold paint and whimsical decorative touches create an intimate, welcoming space. Octopus with saffron potato and citronette makes for an unexpected starter, while updated classics like spaghetti with tomato and veal meatballs and gorgonzola-crusted steak with wild mushroom ragu populate the entrees menu. Arrive early on weeknights to sip half-price bottles of wine between 4:30pm and 5:30pm. |
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Campiello |
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6411 City West Pkwy, Eden Prairie 55344 • 952-941-6868
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EDEN PRAIRIE. Just a few minutes southwest of Minneapolis, this snazzy Italian restaurant specializes in outstanding pastas, salads, pizzas, and poultry. Catch a glimpse of the chefs at work in the open kitchen as they prepare balsamic-glazed short ribs and spaghetti, braised lamb shank and spit-roasted chicken with risotto. To finish off, make sure you sample the Italian cookie platter or the chocolate truffle cake. The dining area features elaborate, hand-painted, faux-finished walls. |
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