1. Maya
9.0
1840 Central Ave NE (18th Street), Minneapolis, MN
Mexican Restaurant · Logan Park · 49 tips and reviews
Aaron Neumann: Best authentic fast #Mexican food in #NEmpls, hands down. Sorry El Taco Riendo; you've been outdone.
Nene Matey-Keke, Realtor - Compass: Some of the best authentic Mexican food in Minneapolis.
Carl Seagren: Great authentic food for a reasonable price!
2. Kimchi Tofu House
8.4
307 Oak St SE (Washington Ave SE), Minneapolis, MN
Korean Restaurant · University · 11 tips and reviews
Jeremy S: Best, and most authentic Korean soups in Minnesota.
Eugenia Yeo: I love Korean food, so I know when there's good Korean food out there. Tofu House is definitely a great place to get authentic Korean food! It's a tiny restaurant, but I definitely recommend it!
Carlos A: Kimchi soup is really good! The spicy level is serious don't go to hard unless you actually like spice. It is pretty authentic for a reasonable price
3. Punch Neapolitan Pizza
9.1
210 E Hennepin Ave (at University Ave), Minneapolis, MN
Pizzeria · University · 65 tips and reviews
LJB3 Entrepreneur Marketing: best traditional pizza in Twin Cities, they are consistent and never had a bad experience probably because their twitter followers are really loyal and vocal
Days Hotel on University: For casual dining and authentic wood fire pizza ask the Days Hotel to direct you just four blocks over to Punch Pizza!
Chee Yi Ong: Amazing wood fire authentic Neapolitan pizza. Punch went above and beyond expectations when they accidentally put garlic on my Toscano- they remade it and gave me the wrongly made pizza for free!
4. Victor's 1959 Cafe
9.1
3756 Grand Ave S (West 38th St), Minneapolis, MN
Cuban Restaurant · Kingfield · 100 tips and reviews
City Pages: Looking for something festive and funky with authentic fare worthy of two visits from the Food Network? Victor's 1959 Cafe has you covered. Read more.
C Rey: This is a must go for MPLS breakfast. Authentic Cuban cuisine including Cuban coffees, toast, and so much more. The fried yuca cubes w/mojo sauce are as good as it gets. Put that sh!t on everything!
Allison Niksich: A unique spot in Minneapolis serving amazing authentic Cuban cuisine. Meant for small group but a must hit spot! I got Cuban hash with side of plantains & fresh mango juice - I will be back often
5. El Taco Riendo
8.8
2412 Central Ave NE, Minneapolis, MN
Mexican Restaurant · Northeast Minneapolis · 51 tips and reviews
ZoeAna: Best agua de horchata I've had in a long time! The burrito & torta are humongous! You better be hungry or share. Good authentic food!
METRO magazine: Any authentic taqueria in the Twin Cities should serve up a solid al pastor taco, but El Taco Riendo;s is especially nice - lipstick red, tangy and garnished with a few pineapple slices. Read more.
Nahtay: The best mexican in minnesota, its the real deal, authentic ingredients, authentic taste. Everyone eats here &I have never been disappointed. The Food Truck does not let either just as amazing.
8. Zen Box Izakaya
9.0
602 Washington Ave S (Corner of Washington & Portland), Minneapolis, MN
Japanese Restaurant · Downtown East · 62 tips and reviews
Bill: Love the atmosphere. Between the decor and staff shouting, "Irasshaimase!" the experience is an authentic Japanese izakaya. Sadly, can't say the same about the food. Either not authentic or bland.
Paul Bange: Tako Yaki is nice and crispy, Kara-age is on point, possibly best I've ever had. Fish quality is excellent. Japanese draft beer choice = unparalleled. This is a world class authentic Izakaya.
David Stevens: Always get the Tonkotsu Ramen! One of my favorite dishes of all time
Albert M: Authentic, local, good down to earth people and food. The tea cakes are delicious and big, the warm blueberry turn overs my favorites and the ham and cheese croissants are sooo good. Bring cash.
Poutine Novy: Sour cherry cream cheese Danish is amazing, but really you can't go wrong with any of the baked goods here.
Daniel Klein: Best donut in Minnesota
10. Ingebretsen's
8.9
1601 E Lake St (S 16th Avenue), Minneapolis, MN
Gift Store · Powderhorn Park · 18 tips and reviews
Megan Selby: A true Scandinavian gem with the best selection of authentic Swedish (and other Scandi) items in the area! My husband was thrilled to find pölsa in the deli. Check out their classes, too!
Steve Bivans: Unique gifts, and authentic Scandinavian foods! Get the slab bacon!
Maria Durbin: Great Scandinavian store. Their caramel cheese is 😋😋. Don't forget to bring cash or check.
11. Hazel's Northeast
8.6
2859 Johnson St NE, Minneapolis, MN
American Restaurant · Audubon Park · 73 tips and reviews
Charles Edge: Closest thing to authentic Swedish meatballs this side of the Atlantic. But the real jewel is the salmon (when they have it)!
Tom Mann: Super authentic and creative foods. Known for awesome breakfast, but don't neglect to try their lunch and dinners! They've got the best rendition of anything I've had!
Chank Diesel: burgers & fries.... and the staff! and the burgers & fries.
13. Quang Restaurant
9.0
2719 Nicollet Ave (btwn E 27th & 28th St), Minneapolis, MN
Vietnamese Restaurant · Whittier · 149 tips and reviews
Tony Sou: The egg rolls are as authentic as it gets but they have been getting smaller every time I come here.
Sean Carman: Authentic, everything was awesome. Big portions, inexpensive, very tasty. I travel frequently and don't do chains. Makes eating out hit or miss. The best I've been to.
Aaron Neumann: #307 - Stir fry vermecelli salad with mock duck, tofu, peanuts and bean sprouts. :-)
14. Barbette
8.7
1600 W Lake St (at Irving), Minneapolis, MN
French Restaurant · Uptown · 96 tips and reviews
Hillman Philistia: Bistro. Good atmosphere. Authentic feel
Hillman Philistia: French Bistro fair, small menu in american standards, authentic. People like the frites here (small cut twice fried I believe), you can order them as a side and skip the steak.
Georgia Ansley: Such an authentic and colorful place for lunch. Everyone was friendly and their sandwiches and fries are to die for.