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Tavern at Green Haven

Stop at the Tavern at Green Haven for a delicious meal in a cozy atmosphere. The large and varied menu includes a nice mix of sandwiches, pizza, pastas and Hereford burgers, but some of the standouts include the blackened walleye Florentine and the prime rib or all-you-can-eat crab legs – yum! Great food, friendly staff, classic cocktails – a great place to have a special dinner. Oh, and if you’re a golfer, make it a day and play a round of golf on the beautiful Green Haven Golf Course before dinner.

2800 Greenhaven Rd
Anoka, MN 55303

763-576-2968

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Tavern Grill

While in Blaine, try The Tavern Grill, home of the build your own (pizzas, burgers and salads). As that moniker suggests, you can choose from a large variety of ingredients to create your own masterpiece. The Tavern Grill is an upscale casual, comfortable and relaxed atmosphere full-service restaurant and bar. During warm weather, enjoy a nice lunch or dinner outside on their patio. On Sundays, come for the awesome all-you-can-eat buffet or take in their fantastic happy hour!

10950 Club W Pkwy NE #280
Blaine, MN 55449

763-398-8100

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Kendall’s Tavern & Chophouse

Located at the beautiful Bunker Hills Golf Club in Coon Rapids, Kendall’s Tavern & Chophouse serves up excellent food in generous portions. Kendall’s, is a great place for date night and is regarded as one of the finest restaurants in the north metro area. The wait staff are attentive, the atmosphere is cozy and welcoming, and the food is amazing! Try the delicious walleye or the coconut shrimp or the glazed pork chop. For desert, treat yourself to the molten lava cake. Come hungry! During the off-season, challenge your partners to play a round of golf at Pebble Beach or other notable courses on the simulators located in the Bunker Hills clubhouse.

12800 Bunker Prairie Rd NW
Coon Rapids, MN 55448

763-951-7277

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Shortstop Bar & Grill

With locations in Fridley and Coon Rapids, the Shortstop Bar & Grill is definitely a local favorite. As the name suggests, this is a sports bar, and it certainly is a great place to catch the big game, but the menu goes well beyond typical bar fare. Sure, the burgers and pizza are fantastic – some of the best around. But, if you’re looking for something different, try the fish and chips or fish taco with spicy rice. For appetizers – the shrimp bang bang or steak bites with blue cheese are scrumptious. Great atmosphere, friendly staff – you’ll love it.

421 Northdale Blvd NW
Coon Rapids, MN 55448

763-755-9966

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Maxx Bar & Grill

If you’re looking for a good meal in a fun atmosphere, try Maxx Bar & Grill in Ham Lake. Maxx’s has a sports bar vibe with a large central bar and high-def TVs with a variety of tables and booths and outdoor seating during warmer months. Warm, friendly service and good, reasonably priced food. It’s a great place to hang out with friends for a good time, and maybe catch a game and enjoy one of the best burgers around. Try the Juicy Lucy, and come on a weekend for live music. Fun, fun place!

17646 Central Ave NE
Ham Lake, MN 55304

763-434-4970

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Fiesta Cancun Grill & Bar

With two locations in Lino Lakes, Fiesta Cancun is the place (or places) to go for the best Mexican food around. The service is fast, the menu is big, and the portions even bigger. If you’re looking for authentic Mexican food at a really good price, you’ll love Fiesta Cancun. Try the Quesadilla Rellena or the Texas Fajita – with a margarita of course. Come for Taco Tuesday for great taco specials. Viva Cancun!

7090 21st Ave N
Lino Lakes, MN 55308

651-888-6330

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RJ Riches Family Restaurant

Looking for the best breakfast in the Minneapolis-St. Paul area? Try RJ Riches Family Restaurant in Mounds View. You better be hungry, because we are talking about seriously BIG helpings here. Virtually no one is leaving without leftovers. Try a fresh omelet with a pile of hash browns, or the blueberry pancakes, OMG! This is a classic family diner. Nothing fancy, but great food and perpetually friendly service. Breakfast is served all day, but if you must, you can certainly order your favorite burger or comfort food like meatloaf for dinner. Prepare to get stuffed!

2145 Hwy Ave Mounds View
MN 55112

763-780-3888

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Red Ginger China Bistro

In Shoreview, treat yourself to great Chinese food at the Red Ginger China Bistro. You’ll find exceptionally fast and friendly service and generous portions of authentic Asian food at reasonable prices. Try the Mongolian beef, Kung Pao Chicken or Walnut Shrimp. Order your favorite Chinese dish and enjoy it all to yourself, or go with group and sample a bit of everything!

5999 Rice Creek Parkway Suite: 102
Shoreview, MN 55126

651-784-3200

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