Starting from scratch. That’s what local celebrity chef Lenny Russo has in mind for the menu and brand overhaul at ninetwentyfive restaurant in...
Restaurants
Wayzata’s Bellecour Wins a Charlie Award
At only a year old, the French-inspired Wayzata bistro Bellecour, run by owner and chef Gavin Kaysen, received the prestigious Twin Cities Charlie...
The Couple Behind Minneapolis Hit Restaurant The Copper Hen Opens a New Eatery in Minnetonka
The Copper Cow is coming this summer to the Glen Lake neighborhood of Minnetonka. Owners Chris and Danielle Bjorling are excited to bring their...
Excelsior Gets Saucy
Red Sauce Rebellion brings a streamlined, flavorful experience to the former site of Victor’s on Water, steps from the owners’ original Coalition,...
Battle of the Lake Area Brunches
We’re approaching that glorious time of year when the breakfast-lunch mash-up is the center of attention. For special occasions like Easter or...
Minnetonka Doughnut Crawl
The humble yet oh-so-delicious doughnut is having a serious moment in the spotlight right now and lucky for us, local options abound for sprinkled...
Lake Area St. Patrick’s Day Celebrations
St. Patrick’s Day brings out the Irish in all of us. This year, celebrate with a traditional Irish meal and a perfectly poured pint of Guinness at...
Bait & Hook: Our Pick for a Destination Seafood Eatery
Urban city centers and trendy suburbs are no longer the only hubs for great dining. Acclaimed restaurants are popping up all over Minnesota, in...
Breakfast and Lunch are Elevated to Tasty New Heights at Wayzata’s Newest Eatery
It’s a great time to be a foodie in Wayzata. Over the last year, several new restaurants from some of the Twin Cities’ most respected chefs have...
Gianni’s Serves Super Steaks and Service
Enjoy the season with fine dining. White-tablecloth dining is alive and well in downtown Wayzata. Gianni’s Steakhouse showcases elegant steaks,...
Crisp and Green Provides a Relaxed Dining Experience for Its Guests
Lily Smith, co-founder of Crisp and Green, grew up and went to high school in Wayzata. The fast-casual restaurant opened here last November. (A...
Paris on the Lake at Bellecour
Star chef Gavin Kaysen talks about his new Wayzata bistro, Bellecour. Le chef et le bistro Gavin Kaysen is sanguine about the whole “celebrity chef”...
Al and Alma’s Enchants Lake Lovers
Come by boat or come by car, Al and Alma’s Supper Club is a destination. Drop anchor in Mound along the grassy, tree-lined shores of Cooks Bay....
Top 10 Lakeside Happy Hours
Where to sip this summer. Summers are for sipping—and lingering, laughing and lounging with friends. Here’s a handy happy hour guide (numbered in no...
6Smith, an Eatery for ‘Suburban Urbanites,’ Celebrates Artisan Ingredients and Authentic Flavors
Randy Stanley’s 6Smith caters to all kinds of diners with its relaxed vibe and lovingly crafted food. When 6Smith owner Randy Stanley first moved to...
Olive’s Fresh Pizza Bar Serves Traditional and Modern Pies in Excelsior
Duff Smith shares the story behind Excelsior’s favorite pizza spot. There is almost nothing as comforting as made-from-scratch pizza—but, to be...
Birch’s Takes Over Lakeside Location
After months of renovation and expansion, Birch’s On the Lake opens where Billy’s Lighthouse once stood. Since 2008, the space that was...
The Tastiest Lake-Area Breakfasts
Fabulous breakfasts to linger over around town. Are you tired of hearing that breakfast is the most important meal of the day? Besides which, if...
Cōv Brings Nantucket Charm to Wayzata’s Main Drag
Cōv brings a bit of Nantucket to Wayzata's main drag. Thanks to Cōv Restaurant, located on Lake Street in downtown Wayzata, you no longer have to...
Coalition Opens In Excelsior
Coalition Restaurant in Excelsior dishes up classic fare with a local twist. ONLINE HED: Coalition Opens In Excelsior HED: Locally Focused,...
