Food and Drink
Explore All Food and Drink
EMBRACE WINTER EATS
Igloo dining — it's a thing. Especially here in Minnesota, where we don't let winter get in the way of having a good time. Certainly not when we have a wide range of whimsical B&Bs, heated patios, slick coffeeshops and sculptural ice bars spread throughout the state. Other ways to stay warm on the food & drink front include our many styles of piping hot pizza, the craft breweries, distilleries and wineries that seem to be in every town and city, and such idylic stretches of pure comfort as southern Minnesota, Duluth and the rest of the North Shore, really.
Dynamic Minnesota Dishes
Use the previous and next buttons or the left and right arrow keys to navigate between slides.
Try the Vietnamese street foods at Hai Hai restaurant and bar in Minneapolis / Matt Lien courtesy of Meet Minneapolis
Diverse and delicious Lao, Hmong, Vietnamese, Ethiopian, Mexican and Somali foods make Minnesota a national trendsetter for international flavors.
Read More about International Cuisine: Somali, Southeast Asian, Mexican and More
Vegan biscuits and gravy from Reverie Cafe + Bar / @reverie_mpls
From The Herbivorous Butcher to Trio Plant-Based, Tonic Juice Bar, Cheng Heng, Reverie and Duluth Grill, vegetarian and vegan diners can find diverse and delicious options across Minnesota.
Read More about Vegan and Vegetarian Deliciousness
Blue Door Pub Juicy Lucy / @kimlycurry
It may not be the official state dish, but the Juicy Lucy, a delicious cheese-stuffed burger, has staked out a claim to culinary fame. Inventive takes on the cheeses and toppings make this a must-try-more-than-once dish.
Read More about The Famed Juicy Lucy
Eat Minnesota-caught Red Lake Nation walleye at both FireLake Grill House locations, Bloomington and Minneapolis
Walleye, a white fish that’s abundant in Minnesota’s fresh waters, is known for its sweet, succulent flavor and flaky texture. Catch and cook it yourself or head to one of the many excellent restaurants that serve it.
Read More about Wonderful WalleyeThe Secret's Out: Minneapolis is a Major Food City
When Food & Wine editor Khushbu Shah shared her favorite dishes of 2022, she named Minneapolis one of her Sleeper Food Cities of the Year — the other was St. Paul! — and made sure to mention everything from the mushroom birria tacos at Sooki & Mimi to the toothsome Laotian-Italian noodles at Khâluna. Those bites are merely the beginning of what makes Minneapolis a must for serious foodies. Tap the button below to count the other reasons!
The bison entree at Owamni / John Yuccas / Meet Minneapolis
The Back Bar at Young Joni
The iconic crepe cake at Spoon & Stable / Jason Tesauro
Sip Craft Beer, Wine and Spirits
Minnesota-based craft distilleries, breweries, wineries and cideries, many offering both tours and tastings, produce a host of uniquely flavorful beverages that are winning fans around the globe. Sip and sample this hand-crafted goodness at tasting or cocktail rooms around the state, or in local restaurants.
Tattersall Distilling in Minneapolis / The Restaurant Project
Bent Paddle Brewing's colorful taproom in the Lincoln Park Craft District is the perfect home base for Duluth adventures
Four Daughters Winery in Spring Valley / Photo by Ruth Olson
Find Food & Drink Options
Get help from the experts to plan your trip
Want to know the best spots in Minnesota? How about tips on how to make the most of your time in a specific city? Our Minnesota experts can answer your questions, offer advice, or plan the perfect Minnesota trip for you. For free.