1. This Butcher Is No Bore
Butcher & The Boar
1121 Hennepin Ave
Minneapolis, MN 55403
(612) 238-8888
Yelp: 4.5 Stars; 603 Reviews.
With some of the best meat cuts in Minneapolis, every meal you order at Butcher & the Boar will deliver something new and exciting to your palate. Specialties include a smoked beef long rib and the double cut smoked pork chop. Regardless of what you get though, you really can’t go wrong here.
2. When It Comes To Meats, Manny Knows Best
Manny’s Steakhouse
825 Marquette Ave
Minneapolis, MN 55402
(612) 339-9900
Yelp: 4 Stars; 399 Reviews.
Whether you’re looking for breakfast, lunch, or a fancy late night meal, Manny’s Steakhouse will always have exactly what you need. For those of us that love living the carnivorous lifestyle, one perk of coming here is the “meat cart”, where they let you choose the exact cut you want.
3. Black Sheep Takes Meat Lover’s Pizza Very Seriously
Black Sheep Pizza
600 Washington Ave N
Minneapolis, MN 55401
(612) 342-2625
Yelp: 4 Stars; 317 Reviews.
When it comes to pizza, Black Sheep doesn’t skimp on the toppings. With tons of high quality ingredients fully loaded on delicious pies, if you’re a meat lover, you’ll be obsessed with the #5… fennel sausage, hot salami, olives, and onions.
4. Come Sun Or Snow, You Need This Dog ASAP
Uncle Franky’s
728 Broadway St NE
Minneapolis, MN 55413
(612) 455-2181
Yelp: 4 Stars; 86 Reviews.
Using delicious Vienna beef, the hot dogs at Uncle Franky’s are some of the best in town. With variations ranging from the classics to things you’ve never heard of, this is one place you’ll have to check out for yourself.
5. Murray’s Makes A Perfect Steak Every Time
Murray’s
26 S 6th St
Minneapolis, MN 55402
(612) 339-0909
Yelp: 4 Stars; 176 Reviews.
If Murray’s had to be cut down to just a single dish they serve, it would be the Silver Butter Knife Steak for Two. Perfectly flavored and prepared, this menu item is sure to make any date night a success…even if it’s a bust, you’ll still get a healthy portion of delicious steak.
6. These Wursts Are The Best
New Bohemia Wurst & BierHaus
233 E Hennepin Ave
Minneapolis, MN 55414
(612) 331- 4929
Yelp: 4 Stars; 107 Reviews.
Next time you’re feeling a little German, head over to New Bohemia Wurst & BierHaus for your perfect cultural fix. Serving up all the meaty German classics complimented perfectly by only the best beer around, if you’re a carnivore this place can’t be skipped.
7. Good Luck Finding A Favorite Dish At George & The Dragon
George & The Dragon
813 W 50th St
Minneapolis, MN 55419
(612) 208-1047
Yelp: 4.5 Stars; 316 Reviews.
Modeled after an English pub, the George & the Dragon has a menu full of innovative dishes, most of which seem to be focused around the only food group that really matters…meat. If you need help choosing just one thing to order, you can’t go wrong with the Asian Hangover, a delicious five-spice pork topped with an egg, served with a couple sides.
8. Seafood So Delicious You Won’t Even Miss Steak
Sea Salt Eatery
4825 Minnehaha Ave
Minneapolis, MN 55467
(612) 721-8990
Yelp: 4 Stars; 324 Reviews.
When you’re craving a protein packed po’boy, a huge platter of seafood or scrumptious Andouille sausage, Sea Salt Eatery is calling your name. Not only does this joint have the best seafood in town, they’ve also got a sweet patio that overlooks the falls. One local favorite here seems to be the seafood tacos, stuffed full with fish or calamari.
9. The Grille Will Have You Coming Back For More
The Capital Grille
801 Hennepin Ave
Minneapolis, MN 55402
(612) 692-9000
Yelp: 4.5 Stars; 188 Reviews.
You might recognize the name Capital Grille from your travels, they’ve got a few locations scattered around the country…mostly because it’s just that good. With a menu that’s full of the protein packed classics you love, one of the more popular steak based dishes here is the Delmonico Steak, served at 22 ounces, topped with your favorite style sauce. Don’t want just steak? They’ve also got an excellent surf n’ turf.
10. A Barbecue Lover’s Heaven
Smoke In The Pit
3733 Chicago Ave S
Minneapolis, MN 55407
(612) 315-3145
Yelp: 4.5 Stars; 50 Reviews.
Few things have influenced the world of American meat as much as some good old fashioned barbecue cooking. Fortunately for you, one of the best BBQ joints in Minnesota just so happens to be in Minneapolis. Smoke In The Pit has got everything you love and plenty of platter combos to let you try a few different types of their famous meat. Having trouble narrowing down the choices? The brisket and the chicken wings are pretty unstoppable.
11. Give Me Libertine (At Least Their Tacos) Or Give Me Death!
Libertine
3001 Hennepin Ave
Minneapolis, MN 55408
(612) 877-7263
Yelp: 4 Stars; 106 Reviews.
For those of you craving a fancy meal full of meat at a slightly lower price tag, Libertine is the perfect date spot for you. A couple of the favorites here include the bone marrow toast, the bacon chop, and the tuna poke tacos, but everything on the menu will have you swearing allegiance to this place.
12. Add A Little Bit Of Meaty Spice To Your Life
El Taco Riendo
2413 Central Ave NE
Minneapolis, MN 55418
(612) 781-3000
Yelp: 4 Stars; 189 Reviews.
All Mexican restaurants were not created equally and El Taco Riendo is proof of that. With some of the most uniquely spiced bites around, it’s hard to compete with one of their huge asada stuffed chimichangas or the carnitas tacos. One thing’s for sure, your first trip here won’t be your last.
13. Home Of The Famous Jucy Lucy
Matt’s Bar
3500 Cedar Ave S
Minneapolis, MN 55407
(612) 722-7072
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There’s been a battle brewing over the meaty sandwich Minneapolis made famous for years and without picking a side on which one serves up the best version of the “Jucy Lucy,” I’m going to say that a trip to Matt’s Bar is a pretty freaking awesome experience. Two meat patties pressed around a pocket of cheese? Few sandwiches in the world can stand up to this one.
14. Get Fancy And Try Something New At Brasserie Zentral
Brasserie Zentral
505 Marquette Ave S
Minneapolis, MN 55402
(612) 333-0505
Yelp: 4 Stars; 60 Reviews.
With dishes inspired by our neighbors across the pond, Brasserie Zentral brings you meat-based dishes you probably aren’t too familiar with. A couple of the local picks include the foie gras layered with ahi tuna and the Viennese-style pork cheek goulash. If anything is certain, it’s that a trip here won’t soon be forgotten…it’s just that good.
15. Clancey’s Will Fulfill All Your Meat Lover’s Dreams
Clancey’s Meats and Fish
4307 Upton Ave S
Minneapolis, MN 55410
(612) 926-0222
Yelp: 4.5 Stars; 120 Reviews.
Whether you’re looking to buy meats for your own grill or hoping to grab a sandwich on the go, it’s undeniable that Clancey’s is truly a meat lover’s dream. If you’re trying to grab meats for home cooking, their hands-on staff will help you find exactly what you need for a very fair price. However, if you’re hoping to snag a bite while you’re there, you can’t go wrong with either the smoked turkey or the corned beef sandwiches. Either one will have your taste buds thanking you.
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