Minneapolis/St. Paul

Depends what kind of food you are looking for.



The Nook

Savoy Pizza

Go to Matt’s Bar & Grill and get a Juicy Lucy.

There is a BBQ place called "Market Bar-B-Que." A real traditional deal for 70+ years, originally located in the theater district and open very late, it was the after-show hangout for performers. The walls are plastered with autographed pictures -- I don't know how many but if someone told me 200 I would believe it. Go here: http://www.marketbbq.com/ and watch the short "Our Moving Story" video.

I have been enjoying their ribs for decades. After becoming a judge I now realize how unique the recipe is. Ribs are served dry with a couple of house sauces available on the table. Fries, coleslaw, and white bread complete the platters. ( I did sample their brisket one time and recall not being impressed.)

Sadly, last time we tried to eat there the dining room was closed due to inability to hire staff. Hopefully that will or has changed. So check before you go or plan to order takeout.

Non-que: http://www.mtnoodles.com/menu Another unique place, standing well above the crowded Vietnamese restaurant market in the metro. You won't recognize most of the menu items. Worth a special trip.

This place was good a few years ago Andy. Haven't been in a while.
https://w1.qfanatic.com/index.html

I have enjoyed BonChon korean fried chicken on multiple continents.


Not sure if this location is up to the standards system wide.


https://tinyurl.com/pesmj8st