Lowbrow

Dale and I went to The Lowbrow this past week. The mushroom and swiss cheese burger can't be beat. 

The Monte Carlo

Celebrated my birthday downtown recently at the Monte Carlo.

Brunch at Hazels in Nordeast

Dale and I had lunch at Hazel's today.  The Northeast Minneapolis restaurant has recently become a favorite of ours due to dining there more than once with Cindi and Maggie who live in that neck of the woods.  Dale had an omelet and I had a waffle with a side of ham that was some of the best I've had in a long time.

The Lowbrow

Dale and I went to Anodyne shortly after lunch hours today and found it insanely crowded. Glad it worked out that way. The Lowbrow, which is just across the street, was insanely good.

Psycho Suzi's

Psycho Suzi's Motor Lodge

Town Hall Tap

I haven't been to Town Hall Tap in a few months. Dale and I were there back in March. All the food is good but I particularly like the fish and chips and their veggie burger. When Dale and I first moved into the neighborhood back in the late 90's, this was a Greek deli and breakfast joint. 

Grand Cafe

Dale and I had brunch this morning at Grand Cafe. I had the French toast and Dale had the oatmeal. Dale started with a blueberry scone which was absolutely delicious. The following is from Grand Cafe's website.

"The Grand Cafe is a neighborhood restaurant that offers New American and Continental bistro fare. Since our opening in 2006, our space has epitomized romance and repose, from the giant vintage Baker Boy oven to our eclectic collection of Minnehaha Falls artwork."

"We seek out the best local and artisanal products the Upper Midwest has to offer: our menu undergoes a near-complete makeover every season, though many items change from week to week as well. Our farm-to-table approach is consistently lauded by the Minneapolitan food media and local foods organizations as one of the best in the Twin Cities."

I love the neighborhood feel of the restaurant and the food is absolutely divine. Oh, and by the way, my grandfather had a Baker Boy oven at his bakery in northern Minnesota.

Grand Cafe - 3804 Grand Avenue South