Best Comfort Food Restaurants in Mendota Heights

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AmericanSeafoodFrenchComfort FoodBurgersBreakfast

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Twin Cities / MinneapolisTwin Cities / St. Paul

Neighbourhoods

BloomingtonDowntown / North LoopLongfellowSaint PaulWhittier

Top Rated

CharmingDog-friendlyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for brunch

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All dining options

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BarCounterStandardHigh TopOutdoor

Accessibility

Gender-neutral washroomWheelchair access

12 restaurants available nearby

A photo of Citizen – Saint Paul restaurant

1. Citizen – Saint Paul

3.1

Good(432)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Comfort Food • Saint Paul

Booked 2 times today

Citizen, located within the iconic InterContinental Saint Paul Riverfront Hotel, offers an alluring dining and social atmosphere. It's a perfect setting to connect, celebrate, or simply unwind in the heart of Minnesota's charming capital city.Taste exquisitely prepared New American dishes that evolve with the seasons. Highlights include the Black Angus Tacos, Grilled Chicken Sandwich, and Brown Butter Walleye. Citizen's menu is deliberately diverse and approachable, also offering small plates for sharing and go-to comfort foods - all perfectly paired with thoughtfully curated cocktails and locally crafted beers. So, whether you're traveling for business or pleasure, we aim to provide a unique, elevated experience in a warm and welcoming space.

2. La Voya

4.3

Awesome(94)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• French • Bloomington

Featuring traditional French dishes infused with Minnesotan influence, La Voya delights with a signature twist on favorite classics. An enviable wine and champagne list, as well as expertly crafted traditional cocktails, compliments the Brasserie's well-rounded menu, which offers selections ranging from light, healthy choices to delectable comfort foods. Beautiful windows create bright and inviting spaces for breakfast and lunch, while plush curtains candlelight and music creates an intimate, sophisticated environment for evening dining and lingering, late night drinking.

A photo of Hazelwood Bloomington restaurant

3. Hazelwood Bloomington

4.8

Exceptional(6369)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Bloomington

Booked 111 times today

Welcome to Hazelwood Food and Drink in Bloomington. A modern New American restaurant serving modern comfort food with a family feel in a bright and contemporary interior with a scratch kitchen that offers wonderful dishes from our rotisserie and wood burning pizza oven, everyone is sure to find a new favorite! We are open 7 days a week with our signature brunch offered on Saturday and Sunday. Hazelwood is the perfect spot for your work meeting, date night, or family outing!We would love to take care of you.On the go, call us at 952.222.4000 for take-out or curbside.Online reservations and take-out orders available at hazelwoodfoodanddrink.com

4. Milwaukee Road

4.0

Excellent(227)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Downtown / North Loop

Booked 10 times today

Milwaukee Road at the Renaissance Minneapolis Hotel, The Depot is a favorite among guests as well as Twin Cities residents, featuring distinct menus with specialized and local flare. You can always count on Milwaukee Road for a hearty breakfast buffet to start the day, followed by unique regional lunch and dinner entrées.Our chef combines the best of regional culinary specialties with memorable dishes and tempting desserts – any of which pairs beautifully with a selection from our wine list or one of our many regional craft ales. Enjoy your meal in the gorgeous restaurant dining room or our outdoor seasonal patio; you'll find either setting to be warm, welcoming and distinctly Minnesota.

A photo of Hell's Kitchen Minneapolis restaurant

5. Hell's Kitchen Minneapolis

4.6

Exceptional(5764)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Downtown / North Loop

Booked 37 times today

Comfort food with an upscale twist...In the heart of downtown Minneapolis, appropriately located in a beautiful underground space, you'll discover Hell's Kitchen, an employee-owned restaurant known for its damn good food. Join us for breakfast, lunch, dinner or drinks 7 days a week, and enjoy REAL comfort food made by chefs who care, described by food writers as "unique but not fancy; interesting but not fussy". Almost everything is made from scratch, from our award-winning peanut butter to our unique dips and dressings, winning us over 67 "best" awards as well as accolades in Gourmet Magazine, Conde Nast Traveler, Midwest Living, and other national magazines. And bring the kids along... you should see the cheeky notes they write to us!"Rather than rave on, let us just say if you're in Minnesota and want to wow your tastebuds, go to Hell's Kitchen. It is inspired and inspiring." (Jane & Michael Stern, NPR)

6. Twin City Grill

4.7

Exceptional(2707)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Bloomington

Booked 30 times today

Located on the first floor of the Mall of America, Twin City Grill is an American grill offering a comfortable environment with homemade comfort foods, ideal for your shopping break. Take a seat at our bar during happy hour and sip on a local craft beer, or choose from one of our 20 wines by the glass or a hand-shaken classic cocktail. Enjoy our relaxing dining room as a retreat from the hustle bustle of the mall, and enjoy classic comfort foods done right. From Northern Lakes Walleye Fish Fry, to grill classics such as our Prime Meatloaf with old-fashioned gravy and a Roast Turkey Plate with scratch made stuffing, we offer a variety of dishes that are sure to leave you satisfied. Or, select from one of our crispy grilled flatbreads, fresh salads or sandwiches served with salt n’ vinegar fries. Whether it’s a casual meal, special night out, or business meeting, stop in for lunch or dinner at Twin City Grill, located in the North Garden of the mall. Reservations accepted.

7. The Copper Hen

4.7

Exceptional(2192)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Whittier

Booked 9 times today

Welcome to the award winning premier farm-to-table restaurant and bakery in Minneapolis! Serving incredible comfort food from scratch - including chicken pot pie, steak, an incredible brunch, Easter brunch, Mother's Day brunch, and more! Enjoy an amazing cocktail list, beer on tap and wines by the bottle and glass. Also, great for large groups.

A photo of Bubba Gump - Mall of America Bloomington restaurant

8. Bubba Gump - Mall of America Bloomington

4.1

Excellent(17)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Bloomington

Booked 4 times today

Capturing the magic that made "Forrest Gump" an American classic, Bubba Gump Shrimp Co. serves scratch-made, southern-style comfort dishes plucked straight off the silver screen – we’re talking sautéed shrimp, fried shrimp, coconut shrimp, shrimp scampi...(shall we go on?), alongside award-winning baby back ribs, burgers, salads and more in a fun and energetic atmosphere.

A photo of Rainforest Cafe - Mall Of America restaurant

9. Rainforest Cafe - Mall Of America

4.1

Excellent(1395)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Bloomington

Booked 121 times today

Rainforest Cafe - Mall Of America offers a unique dining experience with its tropical ambiance, complete with cascading waterfalls, tropical rainstorms, and entertaining gorillas. The menu is packed with a variety of delicious items, including the out-of-this-world VOLCANO dessert. Many reviewers mention the food as being delicious and flavorful, and the atmosphere as fun and engaging for both kids and adults. Despite the high quality of food and service, some reviewers did note that the prices were a bit high. Overall, the restaurant offers a fun and memorable dining experience with its comfort food.

A photo of The Howe Daily Kitchen restaurant

10. The Howe Daily Kitchen

4.7

Exceptional(132)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Longfellow

Booked 8 times today

Welcome to The Howe, the neighborhood gem of Longfellow. Featuring over 40 craft and domestic taps, craft cocktails, broasted chicken, and creative vegan and gluten free options for all dining preferences. Enjoy a cozy meal in one of our booths, catch a game in the bar with multiple big screen TV's, or bring your four-legged friend to dine on our brand new fully enclosed and heated year-round dog friendly patio.

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Jason
Minneapolis - St. Paul •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
We did the Valentines Day Northern Starlight Express. So much fun. Loved every minute of it.
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Milwaukee RoadPrice: Expensive• American• Downtown / North Loop
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4
M
Mark
1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
It was vey nice clean the service was amazing the food was very good the dessert was good the music will set the vibe for u in your date we laughed all night had some drinks might be a go to spot if u like a good vibe music good food good people
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Hazelwood BloomingtonPrice: Moderate• American• Bloomington
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4.8
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RoshanVIP
Minneapolis - St. Paul •159 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
We enjoyed a pre-Valentine's dinner with amazing service from Princis, fabulous recommendations to try the TaterTot pizza special (really good), the pan-seared sea scallops (plentiful and tasty), the chicken tortilla soup (hot and yummy), and kept our five-year-old in check with calamari, brie cheese curds, pepperoni pizza and green beans (he is an eating machine). In the end, it was a fun night out with consistent food choices, impeccable service, and a lively atmosphere.
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Hazelwood Food & Drink - St. Louis ParkPrice: Moderate• American• St. Louis Park
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4.7
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Ryan
1 review
5.0
Dined on Feb 8, 2025
First time, great experience!! Food, drinks, atmosphere and staff were outstanding.
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Citizen – Saint PaulPrice: Moderate• Comfort Food• Saint Paul
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3.1
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KateVIP
Minneapolis - St. Paul •14 reviews
4.0
Dined on Dec 26, 2024
Great option if you are staying at the hotel! If you are not & just want to go there beware it’s really close to the airport & you have to pay for parking.
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La VoyaPrice: Expensive• French• Bloomington
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4.3

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