In the culinary landscape of Minneapolis, 80% of eateries are independent and just 5% are orchestrated by restaurant groups (the rest are familiar chains). Below, we spill the beans on the maestros behind the scenes – the ownership groups pulling the strings on multiple dining spots. Many of these have concepts outside of Mpls, but that’s not our cup of tea now, is it?!
Daniel del Prado
(11)Kim Bartmann
(8)Gavin Kaysen
(3)Ann Kim
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Modern Argentinian food & craft cocktails served in chic, airy surrounds.
Modernized Mexican eatery specializing in housemade moles, BBQ from around the world & cocktails.
Japanese-Italian fusion restaurant serving small plates, pizza & pasta amid an industrial-chic vibe.
Eatery with a garden patio & retro-modern decor, serving locally sourced dishes & breakfasts.
All-day neighborhood bistro with a vibrant, hip ambiance presenting French fare & live music.
Laid-back gastropub offering an international pub-grub menu & craft beers, plus a patio & Skee-Ball.
Modern, globally inspired American fare in a comfy space with colorful wallpaper & book-cover decor.
Simple cafe featuring organic, scratch-made breakfast, sandwiches & desserts, plus outdoor seating.
Waterfront counter serve offering American fare such as burgers, lobster rolls & organic fruit.
This bustling American eatery with a beer garden offers a meat-focused menu, craft brews & bourbons.
Compact, upstairs lounge offering craft cocktails & American plates in a dimly lit, urbane setting.
Plush banquettes & mood lighting set the tone at this stylish spot for craft cocktails & bar bites.
A menu focused on steak & an array of classic & seasonal dishes & cocktails in an elevated setting.
Cozy, brick-walled brewpub & restaurant with house & guest taps, patio seating & eclectic bar bites.
Local bowling alley with a cozy pub offering lots of craft beer on tap & American grill fare.
Chill gastropub providing craft brews, specialty burgers & other casual eats amid retro accents.
Hip, late-night staple with patio seating offering classic local eats, craft cocktails & microbrews.
Classic American fare including burgers & beer served in a corner space with patio & drink specials.
Buzzy brewpub serving both housemade & other beers plus a menu of gastropub fare in a slick space.
Hip choice for a French-inspired menu in a cozy, rustic-chic former horse stable.
Sophisticated, contemporary restaurant serving creative cuisine in a petite, sleek setting.
Bustling western-style grill & bar featuring a variety of American grub, draft beer & live music.
Festive music venue featuring a broad calendar of live acts, from cover bands to touring groups.
Down-to-earth bar offering draft brews, cocktails, elevated pub food, sports on TV & a patio.
Diners choose cuts from a rolling meat cart at this high-end outfit also offering seafood & wine.
Speakeasy-inspired cocktail bar offering views of the skyline from the 27th floor of the W Hotel.
Wood-clad speakeasy with old-fashioned wallpaper, featuring craft cocktails and upscale bar bites.
Modern pizzeria with patio seating offers creative wood-fired pies with Korean flair & global wines.
Casual pick featuring American pub grub such as burgers & tacos, weekend breakfasts & craft beer.
Convivial tavern & grill with elevated American pub grub, classic cocktails & a dog-friendly patio.
