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Experienced Restaurants in Minneapolis, MN
Experience matters. These restaurants in Minneapolis have years of proven work behind them — and the reviews to back it up.
As of July 2026, RatingsNearMe ranks 20 restaurants in Minneapolis, MN by the RNM Score — a 0–100 rating built from Google ratings, review volume, sentiment, and profile completeness. The top-ranked is Fogo de Chão Brazilian Steakhouse with a 4.8-star rating from 20,820 Google reviews and an RNM Score of 85/100. Also in the top tier: 112 Eatery and Spoon and Stable. The average rating across all listed restaurants in Minneapolis is 4.6 stars from 2,861 reviews per business on average.
Restaurants in Minneapolis range from $ (budget, under $15/person) to $$$$ (fine dining, $60+/person).
Rankings updated July 4, 2026 · RNM Score = ratings (35%), review volume (30%), sentiment (20%), completeness (10%), availability (5%) · Not paid placement.
Best Overall
Alma
Alma stands out as the top-ranked restaurant due to its consistently high ratings and reputation for refined, locally sourced cuisine.
Most Reviewed
Spoon and Stable
A high review count indicates broad popularity and reliable, consistent dining experiences that many customers have taken the time to share.
Reservations are recommended for popular spots like Spoon and Stable and Alma, especially on weekends. For a more casual experience with a scenic view, consider Aster Cafe along the Mississippi River.
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4.6★
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2,861
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Jul 4, 2026
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Top Rated Restaurants
This Minneapolis restaurant holds a 4.8-star rating from over 20,000 Google reviews.
645 Hennepin Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55403, USA4.7 stars from over 1,500 reviews, reflecting consistently high customer satisfaction.
112 N 3rd St, Minneapolis, MN 55401, USABoasting a stellar 4.7-star rating from over 3,000 Google reviews, this restaurant is a local favorite.
211 N 1st St, Minneapolis, MN 55401, USARestaurants Rankings in Minneapolis, MN
| # | Business | Rating | Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Fogo de Chão Brazilian Steakhouse645 Hennepin Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55403, USA | 4.8★ | 20,820 |
| #2 | 112 Eatery112 N 3rd St, Minneapolis, MN 55401, USA | 4.7★ | 1,507 |
| #3 | Spoon and Stable211 N 1st St, Minneapolis, MN 55401, USA | 4.7★ | 3,039 |
| #4 | Demi212 N 2nd St Suite 100, Minneapolis, MN 55401, USA | 4.9★ | 480 |
| #5 | The News Room990 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis, MN 55403, USA | 4.1★ | 2,144 |
| #6 | Lumi Restaurant921 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis, MN 55402, USA | 4.6★ | 949 |
| #7 | Smack Shack603 N Washington Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55401, USA | 4.5★ | 4,274 |
| #8 | The Monte Carlo219 N 3rd Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55401, USA | 4.4★ | 1,719 |
| #9 | Bar La Grassa800 N Washington Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55401, USA | 4.7★ | 2,611 |
| #10 | Butcher & The Boar901 N 3rd St Suite 195, Minneapolis, MN 55401, USA | 4.6★ | 2,974 |
Ranked by verified ratings & review volume · Data from Google Business listings · Updated July 2026
All Restaurants in Minneapolis
4.9-star rating from 480 reviews makes this Minneapolis restaurant a top choice.
212 N 2nd St Suite 100, Minneapolis, MN 55401, USA
Consistently rated 4.1 stars from over 2,100 Google reviews.
990 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis, MN 55403, USA
Rated 4.6 stars from nearly 1,000 reviews, this popular Minneapolis restaurant is highly regarded.
921 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis, MN 55402, USA
Boasting a 4.5-star rating from over 4,200 Google reviews, this Minneapolis restaurant is a crowd favorite.
603 N Washington Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55401, USA
Rated 4.4 stars from over 1,700 Google reviews, this Minneapolis restaurant is consistently well-liked.
219 N 3rd Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55401, USA
Boasts a 4.7-star rating from over 2,600 Google reviews.
800 N Washington Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55401, USA
A top-rated Minneapolis restaurant with a strong 4.6-star average across thousands of reviews.
901 N 3rd St Suite 195, Minneapolis, MN 55401, USA
A 4.5-star rating from over 2,200 Google reviews confirms this spot's strong reputation.
125 SE Main St, Minneapolis, MN 55414, USA
Consistently rated 4.1 stars from over two thousand Google reviews.
731 Hennepin Ave #1, Minneapolis, MN 55403, USA
Rated 4.6 stars from over 2,000 Google reviews in Minneapolis.
528 University Ave SE, Minneapolis, MN 55414, USA
Known for consistently high ratings with 4.7 stars from thousands of Google reviews.
4312 Upton Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55410, USA
Shoppers praise this Minneapolis restaurant with a solid 4.4-star average from over 650 reviews.
224 N 1st St, Minneapolis, MN 55401, USA
Praised by thousands of customers, this restaurant holds a stellar 4.7-star rating.
200 N 1st St, Minneapolis, MN 55401, USA
Boasting a 4.7-star rating from over 900 reviews, this Minneapolis restaurant is a local favorite.
1121 Hennepin Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55403, USA
Praised by hundreds of diners, this Minneapolis restaurant holds a strong 4.5-star rating.
88 South 6th St, Minneapolis, MN 55402, USA
Exceptional 4.8-star rating from over 230 Google reviews in Minneapolis.
520 N 4th St, 121 S 8th St Suite 215, Minneapolis, MN 55401, USA
A popular Minneapolis restaurant with 4.6 stars from nearly 5,000 reviews.
208 N 1st Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55401, USA
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Restaurants in Minneapolis, MN — Compared
| # | Business | RNM Score | Rating | Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Fogo de Chão Brazilian Steakhouse | 85/100 | 4.8 ★ | 20,820 |
| 2 | 112 Eatery | 83/100 | 4.7 ★ | 1,507 |
| 3 | Spoon and Stable | 83/100 | 4.7 ★ | 3,039 |
| 4 | Demi | 87/100 | 4.9 ★ | 480 |
| 5 | The News Room | 73/100 | 4.1 ★ | 2,144 |
| 6 | Lumi Restaurant | 82/100 | 4.6 ★ | 949 |
| 7 | Smack Shack | 80/100 | 4.5 ★ | 4,274 |
| 8 | The Monte Carlo | 78/100 | 4.4 ★ | 1,719 |
| 9 | Bar La Grassa | 83/100 | 4.7 ★ | 2,611 |
| 10 | Butcher & The Boar | 82/100 | 4.6 ★ | 2,974 |
Ranked by RatingsNearMe Score · ratings (35%), review volume (30%), sentiment (20%), completeness (10%), availability (5%) · July 2026
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