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As Minneapolis gears up for the 2026 football season, every fan needs a full roster of places to eat, drink, and cheer “skol, Vikings!” At these restaurants across town, you’ll find more than just big-screen TVs — a spread of comfort food that pairs with @Pepsi. Tap the link in bio to get the `full list.

📸: Drew Anthony Smith, Tom’s Watch Bar, Fathead Bill’s, Holden Media by @eatertwincities

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The nation's top culinary talent gathered in Chicago tonight for the 2026 James Beard Restaurant and Chef Awards. Widely regarded as some of the highest honors in the restaurant industry, the awards recognized both legendary chefs and rising stars, including winners of the regional Best Chef awards in the Midwest and Great Lakes regions. 🏅

For the Great Lakes region, chef Jake Potashnick (@jake.potashnick) of Feld (@feld_restaurant) took home the honor for his 20-seat restaurant in Chicago’s Ukrainian Village that serves an ambitious tasting menu. In the Midwest, chef Loryn Nalic (@lorynnalic) of Balkan Treat Box (@balkantreatbox) in Webster Groves, Missouri, outside of St. Louis, who is no stranger to James Beard nominations, received the medal for her restaurant that serves Balkan street food.

Congratulations to all! Tap the link in our bio to see the full list of winners. by @eatertwincities

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Today, the James Beard Foundation dropped its full list of James Beard Awards finalists, including the nominees for regional Best Chef in the Midwest and Great Lakes. 🏅

This year’s finalists reflect a growing national recognition of Midwestern Italian kitchens like repeat nominee Zak Baker (@chefzacharybaker) of Ca’Lucchenzo in Wauwatosa, Wisconsin, and standout Japanese chefs specializing in sushi beyond the coasts, like returning finalists Shigeyuki Furukawa (@shigeyuki_furukawa) from Kado No Mise in Minneapolis, and David Utterback (@davidyoshitomo) for Yoshitomo and Ota in Omaha. They also represent a range of approaches, from boundary-pushing tasting menus like first time finalist Norman Fenton (@chefnormdoe) of Cariño, in Chicago, to casual concepts like returning finalist Loryn Nalic (@lorynnalic) of Balkan Treat Box in Webster Groves, Missouri. 2026 marks the very first time nominated as a finalist for Sarah Dworak of Sudova in Cincinnati, while returning nominees include Vinnie Cimino (@chefvinniecimino) from Cordelia in Cleveland, Jacob Potashnick (@jake.potashnick) from Feld (@feld_restaurant) in Chicago, Jeffery Harris (@jeffchefs) at Nolia Kitchen in Cincinnati, and Nick Bognar (@bognarleey) from Sado in St. Louis addition to the aforementioned. Notably missing from the lists of finalists in their region are chefs from Michigan, Iowa, Kansas, Indiana, and North and South Dakota.

Tap the link in our bio to see who is heading to Chicago for the ceremony on June 15th, 2026. by @eatertwincities

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Looking for your next great meal? We've got an app for that.

The Eater app got a serious upgrade — editor-curated recs, personalized picks wherever you are, and smarter search. Save your favorite spots, create and share lists, book a table — all in one place. Link in bio, or go to eaterapp.com to download.

Available on iOS. Supported by @grubhub. by @eatertwincities

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Minnesota’s food industry continues to make its mark nationally. The James Beard Foundation’s restaurant and chef committee just revealed its semifinalists for 2026 awards. Among those names under consideration are numerous worthy restaurants and chefs throughout the Cities and greater Minnesota.

Check out the full list of the state's semifinalists at the link in bio.

✍️: @brennahouck
📸: @barlagrassampls by @eatertwincities

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Certain special occasions warrant a true restaurant splurge — birthdays, anniversaries, and family holidays all taste a little sweeter with an excellent meal on the table. But every splurge involves some level of risk, especially if you’ve been saving for months to finally try that seven-course tasting menu, or to go all-in on a once-in-a-lifetime steak.

At the link in bio, check out restaurants where a costly meal will feel like money well spent.

✍️: @katherinelawless
📸: @bucheronmpls, @demi.mpls, @kaisekifurukawa, and @almampls by @eatertwincities

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North Loop is the beating heart of Minneapolis’s upscale dining scene, home to elegant tasting menus and fine sushi, plus more casual restaurants serving pizza and burgers.

Find a trail of essential restaurants around the neighborhood at the link in bio.

✍️: @cinnamonjanzer
📸: @barlagrassampls by @eatertwincities

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The Bellecour Edina (@bellecourmn) at 50th and France reopened on Tuesday, November 18, welcoming both longtime patrons and first-time guests. Bellecour North Loop, a hybrid bakery and nighttime bistro, will follow at 107 3rd Avenue North on Thursday, December 4, with dinner service to follow.

At the link in bio, read more about how chef and owner Gavin Kaysen struggled to close the original location in 2020 and what he's brining to the newest iterations.

✍️: @katherinelawless
📸: Sarah Corder by @eatertwincities

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The Twin Cities have more than a few classic steakhouses to choose from and a few newer spots on the scene, too.

From upscale downtown institutions like Manny’s and Murray’s to a modern twist on the Argentine steakhouse, like Porzana, the Twin Cities are stacked with steakhouses serving prime cuts. At the link in bio, check out 11 great steak spots to try in Minneapolis and St. Paul.

✍️: @giantmendez
📸: @stpaulgrill by @eatertwincities

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Some of Minneapolis and St. Paul's best bakeries are family-run spots that have been churning out egg tarts, chocolate croissants, and conchas for decades.

In recent years, a crop of artisanal bakeries and patisseries have added serious talent to the Mill City scene. Check out 18 great bakeries to try around the Twin Cities at the link in bio.

✍️: @cinnamonjanzer
📸: @laboulangeriemarguerite by @eatertwincities

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Classic raised glazed doughnuts, delightfully chewy mochi doughnuts, and cream-filled specialties are all part of Minneapolis and St. Paul's fantastic doughnut scenes.

From a spot with vegan and gluten-free options to doughnuts filled with ice cream, this map has gotten a refresh to reflect the best shops slinging fried dough in the Twin Cities. Check out the newly updated list at the link in bio.

✍️: @lengua.y.corazon
📸: @sunstreetbreads (Rizkha Fauzia) by @eatertwincities

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From a returning Art Deco classic to a hand-pulled noodle destination, here are all the newest spots to try in Minneapolis and St. Paul in October.

Also joining the Heatmap this month: classic pub food by Palace Theater, a revamp of Minari's lounge, and a hockey-themed sandwich spot. At the link in bio, read more about each of these additions and other new restaurants and bars.

✍️: @lengua.y.corazon
📸: @commodorestpaul by @eatertwincities

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