Initial Publication Date: January 29, 2022

Dining in the Twin Cities

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities area is filled with a wide range of cuisine at an affordable price. There are also a number of dining options available on campus if you want to grab a quick bite to eat or meet with colleagues and friends. Check out campus dining options, Minneapolis Eating Experience, Eater Twin Cities, and Trip Advisor's recommendations for Minneapolis and St. Paul. Downtown Minneapolis hosts a wide variety of dining options, many of which are located within a walk or quick drive from campus. This list was compiled to help you find a restaurant you will love and is within your budget. Pricing is indicated. Please note the current status of COVID Health and Safety of Minneapolis and St. Paul.

Local COVID-19 Guidelines

Last updated: 1/28/22

Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey has issued the following emergency regulations:
- A mask or cloth face covering is currently required for patrons, employees and visitors in businesses and places of public accommodation. Areas of public accommodation include any indoor locations where members of the public may gather, visit, or patronize and can include, but are not limited to, bars, restaurants, museums, theaters, schools, recreational facilities, retail locations, rental establishments, government buildings, stadiums, arenas, convention centers, and service establishments.
- Customers of any space of public accommodation where food and/or drink is sold for on-site consumption are currently required to show proof of a completed vaccination series or proof of a negative, third-party COVID-19 test within the last 72 hours. Booster shots are not required. Children under the age of 5 are exempted from this regulation.
- Learn more on the City of Minneapolis information page
St. Paul Mayor Carter signed Executive Order 2022-5, which institutes a proof of vaccination or proof of negative COVID test obtained within 72 hours of entry in any licensed businesses that is a space of public accommodation in the City of Saint Paul during any time that food and/or drink is sold or served indoors for consumption.
- The Executive Order will take effect on January 19, 2022 for non-ticketed events, and January 26 for ticketed events. Athletes, performers, and supporting staff competing or performing at any space of public accommodation subject to this regulation, are not subject to the requirement, provided that the facility follows all supplemental COVID-19 safety measures.
- Learn more on the City of St. Paul information page