Stacy Brooks
Stacy Brooks is Minneapolis-based freelance writer and lifelong Minnesotan. Her work has been published in Insider, Wine Enthusiast, Hemispheres, Atlas Obscura, Civil Eats, Midwest Living, and the Minneapolis Star Tribune. She is a frequent contributor to the Heavy Table, a Twin Cities publication that covers the food and drink scene of the Upper Midwest.
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Page 2Wendy’s House of Soul
Wendy’s House of Soul in Camden makes something called the Mogul Burger, which is basically a deep-fried juicy lucy.
Hell's Kitchen
At Hell's Kitchen in Downtown Minneapolis, you can eat a spicy juicy lucy and build your own Bloody Mary.
Uncle Franky's
Uncle Franky's in Northeast might seem like a Chicago-style hot dog spot, but it also makes an excellent juicy lucy.
Afro Deli
For a satisfying lunch, stop by Afro Deli in Cedar-Riverside for rice bowls, sandwiches, and gyros.
Francis
Francis is a vegan restaurant in Northeast with a great juicy lucy. Get some francy sauce for your fries.
Matt’s Bar
Matt’s Bar is a neighborhood spot in Powderhorn that’s famous for their cheese-stuffed, Jucy Lucy burgers.
Surly Brewing Company
Surly Brewing is a large taproom in Prospect Park with plenty of outdoor seating.
Vivir
A chorizo burrito at Vivir in Northeast Minneapolis is one of the best all-day-breakfast deals in town.
Bebe Zito Ice Cream & Burgers
Bebe Zito in Lowry Hill East has some wild ice cream flavors and solid burgers.
Union Hmong Kitchen
Union Hmong Kitchen is a counter inside the Graze Provisions & Libations food hall where you should try the whole fried fish with tamarind crab sauce.
Back Bar at Young Joni
Back Bar at Young Joni in Northeast Minneapolis is a speakeasy that feels like a 1970s basement.
Zen Box Izakaya
Zen Box Izakaya is a laid-back spot in Downtown East where you should order tonkotsu ramen.
Owamni by the Sioux Chef
The menu at Owamni by the Sioux Chef in the Gateway District relies on decolonized ingredients native to North America.
Petite León
Petite León is a great choice for a date night in Kingfield. Try the Oaxacan Old Fashioned.
Tenant
Tenant is a small East Harriet restaurant serving a six-course tasting menu that’s great for date night or a special occasion.
Pimento Jamaican Kitchen
You need to try the braised oxtail with Kingston Kick sauce at Pimento Jamaican Kitchen in Whittier.
Spoon and Stable
if you're celebrating a special occasion at Spoon and Stable in the North Loop, you might receive a giant cone of cotton candy.
Alma
Alma in Marcy-Holmes is home to a really good prix-fixe restaurant, an all-day cafe, and a boutique hotel.
Manny’s Steakhouse
Manny’s Steakhouse is a classic restaurant in Downtown Minneapolis that’s known for serving huge steaks and strong cocktails.
Sebastian Joe’s Ice Cream Cafe
Sebastian Joe’s is a Minneapolis dessert icon with two locations and nearly 200 flavors.