Minneapolis continues to solidify its reputation as a vibrant culinary destination, with a host of new restaurant openings and a thriving food truck scene offering diverse flavors to satisfy every palate.
New Restaurant Openings
Pizza Luna at Midtown Global Market
Pizza enthusiasts have a new spot to savor authentic pies with the opening of Pizza Luna inside the Midtown Global Market. This quick-serve stall offers homemade-style pizzas crafted with fresh ingredients, providing a delightful addition to the market’s diverse food offerings.
Dreamstate Cafe
For those seeking plant-based dining options, Dreamstate Cafe has emerged as a must-visit destination. Located at 2558 Lyndale Ave S, this all-day cafe features a dinner menu with innovative dishes like Lion’s Mane steak and shredded mock duck burnt end nachos. Breakfast and lunch services are set to commence soon, further expanding their offerings.
Mestiizo
Blending Latin and Asian flavors, Mestiizo offers a unique dining experience in Northeast Minneapolis. The menu boasts a variety of starters, tacos, sushi, and main dishes such as octopus and short rib. Notably, the kitchen is entirely gluten-free, with in-house crafted tortillas using Masa flour from local producer Nixta.
Food Truck Highlights
Minneapolis’ food truck culture thrives, especially during the warmer months, bringing a plethora of mobile culinary delights to the city’s streets and breweries.
Red Rocket Pizza at Bauhaus Brew Labs
For a classic Neapolitan-style pizza, Red Rocket Pizza serves wood-fired creations at Bauhaus Brew Labs. Their ‘Hot Chick’ pizza, featuring house red sauce, chili flakes, pepperoni, sausage, fresh mozzarella, red onion, jalapeños, and a hot honey drizzle, has become a fan favorite.
Gastrotruck
As one of Minneapolis’ original food trucks, Gastrotruck continues to set the standard with its gastropub-inspired menu. Offering sliders, creative tacos, and seasonal specials made with locally sourced ingredients, this truck remains a staple in the city’s mobile dining scene.
Habanero Tacos
Bringing authentic Mexican flavors to the streets since 2015, Habanero Tacos is renowned for its bold and spicy dishes. With a menu featuring burritos, tacos, and more, this food truck has expanded its presence, including a brick-and-mortar location on Lake Street.
Whether you’re a longtime resident or a visitor, Minneapolis’ ever-evolving food scene offers an array of new restaurants and food trucks to explore, each contributing to the city’s rich culinary tapestry.