Restaurants near Circle Pines

“So I have drove by here at least 100 times in the last 2-3 months. I have wondered, I have mentioned it to the boyfriend, and I always kept going cause they looked so busy. Tonight we stopped!! It was so worth it, I thought I had ordered something other than what I got, (I did order what I got) but they offered to get me what I wanted to order, I'm so glad I said no I will eat this, (the Carnita Torta) it was amazing and so filling. I can not wait to try something else. Let me mention as well it was within an hour of closing and we were welcomed in as if they just opened. (That is so impressive these days.) Everyone was so kind and welcoming. The price was right, the food was amazing, and the service was so welcoming I felt like I had been going there for years, come to find out they just opened this past May 2022. Panchos really reminded me of a place I went to while in Cabo... Keep up the great work. We will be back sooner than you think cause they are open for breakfast too. If you haven't tried Panchos yet, stop what you are doing and go! Go for Breackfast, lunch or dinner! You will not be disappointed.”

“Everything was excellent and the service was great. Really nice place to have coffee and visit.”

“Wow...what an IMPRESSIVE dining experience! It's been a long time since we have enjoyed a night out so much. Food 'Molcajete Mexicano' was packed full of flavor and Jorge (bar tender) who waited on us was EXCEPTIONALLY kind; made us feel more like family vs patrons. And the margarita 'Texas Jumbo' was super delish! All of the staff we encountered were incredibly gracious and prompt to respond to any request. We will be back! Bravo El Loro!”

“I wish it was a star point system to review. I usually love britos burrito. The location on Nicollet is really convenient for me. I would probably give it three stars. I always ask for one scoop of rice and they always give me extra. I ask for a little bit of corn and they put a heaping scoop on the one thing that really frustrates me is that when I ask for extra cheese, they put a pinch on and if I ask for more, they get angry and tell me that I’m going to have to pay for it. The service leaves a lot to be desired, but the pricing is good, which is why it is three stars and not five.”

“Friendly staff! Food is awesome!!”

“Grabbed dinner tonight and it was amazing. Buffalo ranch pizza and pepperoni pizza were a big hit.”

“The staff is very helpful and friendly! I’m always greeted with a smile! Today I even got a beverage recommendation and it was awesome!”

“We ordered a taco bar from the catering menu and it was delicious. Portions were very generous and price was great. Will order from them again and highly recommend.”

“They absolutely have the best wings ever! I've also been happy with other foods and the service!”

“Very friendly and good food. To go only right now but definitely worth the trip!!”

“This is a local, family-run shop. The food selection caters to the American palette, but there's plenty on the menu and it all tastes fresh. Portions are generous and inexpensive. If you want *really* spicy food, you need to ask for it.”

“Beer is cold food is great. People are incredibly friendly both the waitstaff and the patrons. love it here, I end going at least four times a week!!”

“Tyrone was amazing! And very understanding. I'm Allergic to onions so when it came time to make my sandwich I asked him to change gloves he had no problem and completely understood why I need him to change. He was also training a new person in and was very helpful showing him how to do things! I will be going back to this store because of him!”

“I go here waaay too much because I work right next to here lol, so this isn’t just empty praise.

I genuinely think this is the best run fast food place, too to bottom, I’ve ever been to. I don’t think they’ve ever messed my order up. It’s always fast. The staff is super friendly and hard working. It’s honestly very impressive. There are quite a few employees here that I would hold onto with a death grip, if I were in charge of this store.”

“I agree with previous poster. I will be dreaming of Francis now. Door was FABULOUS! Atmosphere is quaint. Francis is my new favorite”

“From the moment I walked in - it felt so inviting and warm! The staff was so kind and made sure to check in about the food! The food - oh my goodness was simply amazing! I haven't ever had Phillipiano food before but I can say I will happily be back!”

“Want an AMAZING dinner? Then this is your place! We had the collard greens dip and the Minnesota Meal. Both were outstanding! Will be back - and will bring friends!”

“Excellent food! Great wine!♥️”

“Great people, great food, great morals. Thank you!”

“I’ve ate a TON of soft pretzels in my life and these were the absolute beat soft pretzels I’ve ever had. Can’t wait for try some more of their breads at the shop. 10/10 would recommend this place.”

“The staff is amazing and kind. I really appreciated as a first time customer them asking what I like and then offering suggestions. Definitely not disappointed in my choice of the sugar maple and chocolate chip banana bread! Will be trying out more flavors of drinks!”

“Great people, wonderful food, reasonably priced, great atmosphere and community a 5 out 5”

“Great people, great food, and great morals. Thank you!”

“Awesome place to host an event!! Super helpful staff, great atmosphere and plenty of space for guests.”

“Great food every time, with so many options to choose from, and great people!”

“Always great friendly staff!!”

“I finally made it to Marty’s Deli and while I am not a breakfast sandwich kind of guy, this is the best breakfast sandwich I’ve ever had! The taste and texture were super fresh and scrumptiously delicious; and it satisfied me for several hours! I will be back to try a lunch sandwich in the very near future.”

“Five stars ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ — and honestly, I’d give it six if the people-watching counted as a side dish. Baldamar in Roseville just gets it. The ambiance? Beautiful. The service? Beautiful. The food? Consistently hits the spot every single time. It’s one of those places where you know exactly what you’re going to get—and it never disappoints. Now let’s talk about the real hidden gem: the weekday lunch crowd. If I were single and in the market for a finance daddy… this would be my hunting ground 😂. We’re talking tables full of businessmen, power lunches, suits everywhere—it’s like a live-action LinkedIn feed, and I’m here for it. Dinner is a whole different vibe. I’ve only been once, but wow, low lighting, a little moody, very date-night energy. Whether it’s a first date or you’ve been together forever, it just works. It’s cozy, a little sexy, and feels intentional without trying too hard. Service is always on point, you’ll even catch the manager making rounds, which says a lot. And the food? My go-to is the lobster roll (don’t overthink it, just order it). Also… prepare yourself for the desserts. When they say “to share,” they mean with your entire table… and possibly the table next to you. These things are massive. Cocktails are another win. I’m loyal to the Godfather,Scotch whiskey with amaretto, and I get it up instead of on ice. Smooth, strong, and exactly what I want every time. Bottom line: whether you’re there for lunch, a date, or just some elite-level people-watching, Baldamar delivers.”

“Northeast MPLS- what a fantastic find, this is truly a small town bakery, small batch production. Their reputation is their best PR! We tripped upon it, while on a quest this weekend to support SMALL/LOCAL businesses in MPLS.

Definitely recommend the apple fritter, no canned apples there! The lemon bars, peanut butter donuts and glazed donuts all thumbs up. New to me was the Paczkis. They stole the show in my book.

As if the pastries weren’t enough to bring us back (and they definitely are) the price was amazing! 6 “donuts” less than $17… Light, fluffy, DELICIOUS, good thing we live 5 hrs away, I’d be there everyday!

If you haven’t found Sarah Jane’s yet, WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR ? I’m a donut snob, never been a fan of chain store donuts; you can tell the difference between mass production and small batch, small batch will always win the gold medal! Sarah Jane’s rates as top 3 apple fritter of all time for me…”

“Grand Location ❤️Best of Luck on your opening day! Picture this: you’re having an amazing treat with your daughter when you notice a stranger offering a warm, welcoming smile. Shortly after, the owner comes over and offers us a free pizza—which was pretty awesome in itself. But what really pulled on my heartstrings was listening to him describe the amount of thought and heart he puts into the food. He explained the exceptional process he uses to create gut-healthy bread, sauces made fresh daily, and other natural ingredients—without all the processing we’ve grown to hate. I told him it felt like the scene from Ratatouille where the mouse combines all the flavors and everything bursts into color. It really was that good. You can taste the quality in every bite. But more than the pizza, I could tell the owner himself is exceptional. He is clearly passionate about what he does, about contributing to his community, and about giving opportunities to people who might not get them elsewhere. I commend you, sir. Thank you. — Ebony”