The 6 Best American Spots in Minnesota, According to Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives

Guy Fieri knows where to find the good stuff. These 6 Minnesota american spots all earned a feature on Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives — and they’re still open, still slinging it, and still highly rated. From Duluth, Minneapolis, St. Paul and beyond, here are the ones worth the drive, ranked by the reviews.

1. Casper & Runyon’s Nook (St. Paul)

Casper & Runyon’s Nook — featured on Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives

American, Burger, Sandwich · $ · 4.6★ (4,876 Google reviews)

Casper & Runyon’s Nook earned its spot on the show for American classics that regulars rave about, and the 4.6-star average from 4,876 reviewers backs it up.

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Featured on Triple D: Season 14, Episode 9 — “Serious Sandwiches” (June 11, 2012)
Address: 492 Hamline Ave S, St Paul, MN 55116
Phone: +1 651-698-4347
Website: crnook.com
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2. Surly Brewing Company (Minneapolis)

Surly Brewing Company — featured on Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives

American · 4.5★ (3,974 Google reviews)

Known for American classics, Surly Brewing Company still draws a crowd — a 4.5-star rating from 3,974 diners says the hype is real.

Featured on Triple D: Season 25, Episode 4 — “Chew and Brew” (August 5, 2016)
Address: 520 Malcolm Ave SE, Minneapolis, MN 55414
Phone: +1 763-999-4040
Website: surlybrewing.com
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3. At Sara’s Table Chester Creek Café (Duluth)

At Sara’s Table Chester Creek Café — featured on Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives

American · $$ · 4.5★ (2,811 Google reviews)

The American classics at At Sara’s Table Chester Creek Café clearly stuck around: it holds a 4.5-star rating across 2,811 Google reviews.

Featured on Triple D: Season 10, Episode 6 — “Sauced and Spiced” (October 4, 2010)
Address: 1902 E 8th St, Duluth, MN 55812
Phone: +1 218-724-6811
Website: www.astccc.net
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4. Al’s Breakfast (Minneapolis)

Al’s Breakfast — featured on Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives

American, Breakfast · $ · 4.6★ (1,447 Google reviews)

Al’s Breakfast is one of the area’s go-to spots for American classics, with a strong 4.6 stars from 1,447 reviews.

Featured on Triple D (3 times):
• Season 1, Episode 12 — “American Cookin'” (July 30, 2007)
• Season 10, Episode 4 — “You Found ‘Em” (September 20, 2010)
• Season 21, Episode 15 — “Best of Breakfast” (December 23, 2014)
Address: 413 14th Ave SE, Minneapolis, MN 55414
Phone: +1 612-331-9991
Website: www.alsbreakfastmpls.com
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5. Colossal Café (New Location) (Minneapolis)

Colossal Café (New Location) — featured on Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives

American, Mexican, Breakfast, Sandwich, Mediterranean · $$ · 4.6★ (1,366 Google reviews)

A longtime local favorite for American classics, Colossal Café (New Location) keeps a 4.6-star rating across 1,366 Google reviews — proof the love didn’t fade after the cameras left.

Featured on Triple D: Season 10, Episode 13 — “Sandwiches Plus” (December 18, 2010)
Address: 1340 Grand Ave, St Paul, MN 55105
Phone: +1 651-414-0543
Website: www.colossalcafe.com
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6. North Bound Smokehouse and Brewpub (Minneapolis)

North Bound Smokehouse and Brewpub — featured on Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives

American, BBQ · $$ · 4.5★ (1,214 Google reviews)

North Bound Smokehouse and Brewpub earned its spot on the show for American classics that regulars rave about, and the 4.5-star average from 1,214 reviewers backs it up.

Featured on Triple D: Season 23, Episode 12 — “Piggin' Out” (November 6, 2015)
Address: 2716 E 38th St, Minneapolis, MN 55406
Phone: +1 612-208-1450
Website: northboundbrewpub.com
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