New Brighton Restaurants

Located in the trendy Grand Avenue, this is a great place to eat if you're high on appetite and low on money. The pizzas come in all shapes and flavors. Sandwiches, pies, pastas and breads are also on display. Vegetarians can h... more

A great treasure, this small but charming restaurant is located near the University of Minnesota in Minneapolis. If you like to venture out for terrific Thai, this is the place to go. All kinds of seafood dishes and Pad Thai ar... more

This classy bar and grill has been a pioneer among local restaurants by offering regional, home-produced food. This casually chic establishment has evolved into the best place to hear local and national jazz acts. An intimate s... more

One of the originals and a mainstay of the downtown Warehouse District, this is a popular bar, day or night. Singles of all ages, the business crowd and sports fans fill the group-size tables and comfortable booths. Nicely deco... more

This first class restaurant has enough class not to have a dress code. It was even voted as one of the Top five Steakhouses in the Nation by the Zagat Guide. You can feel comfortable coming here dressed to the nines for your ev... more

One could describe a dining experience here as "the best-tasting show in town." Knife blades glisten and diners "ooh" and "ahh" as they watch the chef chop and twirl his utensils while preparing the meal tableside. While watchi... more

Whether seated on the patio or at one of the white linen-draped tables inside, this restaurant provides picturesque views of the mighty Mississippi River and downtown skyline. With many intimate nooks and soft candlelight, it i... more

Stepping into the light and airy dining room, you will find a calm escape in this laid back restaurant in a converted home in the heart of bustling Grand Avenue. A crusty French bread with black olives sautéed in olive oil, gar... more

Tucked away behind Maplewood Mall, this spot's proximity to the usual Mall fare may fool you. From the bamboo-cane chairs to the soft teal and pink color scheme, there's a faint Mediterranean feel. Cloth napkins, carafes of ice... more

Donatelli's has served surprisingly good pizza to countless North Suburban rec-league teams and their families for over 30 years from the same mid-70s strip mall. The pizza is renowned for having a proper, thin crust and plenty... more