Twin Cities' Best Wine Bar

Good things come in small packages at this bistro-style eatery.

Reviews:

• “Very good food, excellent wine list and now home made ice cream…”
• “Wine dinners are a great value”
• “extremely poor service”
• “Could have been better”
• “Smoky”

Tips: Sit at the wine bar for a quick appetizer and a well-chosen glass of wine.

Ursula’s Wine Bar or email Ursula’s Wine Bar

Hip yet homespun, Lucia Watson’s Uptown bistro serves some of the most popular food in the Cities.

Reviews:

• “Best Restaurant”
• “Exceptional.”
• “Very romantic and unique”
• “Could Not be Better”
• “Unforgettable Fare”

Tips: Adjoining the restaurant, the wine bar features an ever-changing list from Watson’s eclectic cellar. The day’s menu always includes two suggested wines to complement the entrees.

Lucia’s Restaurant and Wine Bar

A neighborhood bistro with a wonderful, worldly wine list.

Reviews:

• “A Neighborhood “Gem”!!"
• “Great food & wonderful wine list!”
• “great value, great food”
• “Bad food, bad wine, bad service”
• “Bad Service”

Tips: Bear in mind that Beaujo’s gets packed before and after movies at the theater across the street.

Beaujo’s Wine Bar & Bistro or email Beaujo’s Wine Bar & Bistro

It’s more pretty patrons and less Lake Calhoun vista that make for a great view at this hot spot.

Reviews:

• “Not as great as I expected”
• “great food, even better deserts”
• “Avoid eating dinner in the bar.”
• “GREAT SERVICE, INVITING ATMOSPHERE”
• “wonderful experience”

Tips: Free parking tokens are available in the restaurant for the
garage at 2900 Thomas Avenue South. For only $3, you can have their
valet park it for you.

View Restaurant & Bar or email View Restaurant & Bar

Sleek and lounge-y, this nightspot serves up music, an enormous wine list and stylishly fun fare.

Reviews:

• “Skip the formal room!”
• “A hidden treasure”
• “Get there early!”
• “Well worth a visit”
• “Birthday night turned sour”

Tips: Catch DJs, live jazz or Latin rhythms in the bar after 9pm nightly. Call for the schedule.

Bar Lurcat

It’s hip to dip at this cozy fondue-lover’s paradise.

Reviews:

• “Wow”
• “Wonderful food, Abysmal service”
• “Avoid for parties!”
• “Bad Customer Service! Worst I’ve ever had!”
• “Very nice but very expensive.”

Tips: Prime-time reservations often require several weeks’ notice.

The Melting Pot

At this comfortable, elegant Warehouse District spot, the focus is on the fruit of the vine.

Reviews:

• “$3.50 pints!!! incl. SURLY, summit, etc..”
• “Great Little Secret in Minneapolis”
• “Great Place to Enjoy the Moment”
• “A lovely night out”

Tips: A good place to take visitors, Bev’s offers an unexpected, soaring back view of downtown Minneapolis.

Bev’s Wine Bar

This relaxing neighborhood gem pours more than 30 worldly wines by the glass and serves up tempting antipasti and pizzas.

Reviews:

• “Always leave here satisfied”
• “Great Wine Bar”
• “Excellent!”
• “Terrific way to unwind”

Tips: A global wine list includes more than 30 wines by the glass, reasonably priced bottles, and five flights. An international beer selection features some 30-plus choices.

Riverview Wine Bar

An inexpensive wine list and elegant, casual Italian fare draw a hip crowd in Stillwater.

Reviews:

• “Less than expected”
• “A bad night or timing?”
• “Great food, great service, a real standout in Minnesota”
• “Marx Wine Bar – Don’t Waste Your Time”
• “Rude Service”

Tips: Parking is scarce in Stillwater, but your best bet is a spot behind the restaurant, close to the river.

Marx Wine Bar and Grill

Enjoy wines by the glass, seasonally changing coffee and a small plates menu at this European style bistro, bar and cafe.

Reviews:

• “Willie’s gets a little stingier with each visit”
• “Let the food speak for itself!”
• “Fabulous but almost too quiet”
• “salmon and scallops are amazing”
• “Best Small Plates Meal”

Tips: Willie’s will validate for parking on the ramp above the restaurant. The entrance on 11th and Harmon.

Willie’s Wine Bar & Cuisine