Pioneer Press 2025 patio guide: New kids on the block
This year’s patio guide contains nine newly minted (or new to our list) outdoor spaces...
Restaurant lists
Here are readers’ picks for 2025 best patios in the Twin Cities
We asked readers to nominate their favorite restaurant patio.
Pioneer Press 2025 patio guide: Breweries, distilleries and wineries
Find a spot on one of these 11 patios and enjoy your favorite beverage —...
Pioneer Press 2025 patio guide: Neighborhood spots
Here's a long list of reliable and surprising neighborhood treasures you should check out.
Pioneer Press 2025 patio guide: Spots to see and be seen
Be a part of the action at these 13 elegant spots.
Pioneer Press 2025 patio guide: Wring every second out of summer at these 100+ Twin Cities spots
This year’s patio guide contains 17 newly minted (or new to our list) outdoor spaces...
Pioneer Press 2025 patio guide: Along the water and scenic spots
What's better in Minnesota than dining along the water?
Dining Diary: Three established patios and one fabulous newbie
Endeavoring to visit some of our favorites, you know, to make sure they’re still good...
Dining Diary: FoodSmith goulash, Russell’s chicken, Soul Lao crispy rice
This week, I hit a Grand Avenue newcomer, walked to a favorite in my own...
Dining Diary: A pair of lunches at D&G Jamaican and The Main Cafe, with a stop for cookies
A search for mouthwatering midday meals.