50 Best American Restaurants near Circle Pines

“Friendly staff! Food is awesome!!“

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

“Excellent food! Great wine!♥️“

“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.“

“These folks have known how to do fine dining for decades. One of my favorites growing up and now I take my own kids.“

“awesome food, service and atmosphere. thanks for making our lunch awesome Sara.“

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“Great staff. Plenty of menu selections with weekly specials. We've become regulars. Going back tonight.“

“Great food and reasonably priced“

“Had brunch recently ~ was visiting from out of town, and local friends suggested Hazel's as a "can't miss" location to visit... the atmosphere & food were amazing, bested only by the service ~ Kinsey was absolutely amazing! A total 5 🌟 experience!!!“

“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!“

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

“Great place to play pool. BEST WATER U WILL EVER DRINK!! I'm not even a water drinker. & couldn't get enough of this water! No lie!! E-tabs are fun! & I won here! Decent crowed of mixed age groups nice environment all the way around. Drama free!! Mixed races very diverse & comfortable to chill & just have fun w/friends. The food was good too! We stayed a few hrs & all of us enjoyed our evening out! I highly suggest this place if u are looking for a place to go and just get out. We will be back!“

“The other week, I was in the northern metro suburbs and started to get hungry. I drove past Sarna's Grill in Columbia Heights and, judging by the building's welcoming appearance, decided to park and give it a try (though I know that doesn't necessarily mean the food or service will be good).\n\nThat said, my decision was bolstered by the spacious, inviting interior, wide aisles, booths filled with couples and families, and the waitstaff delivering trays of appetizing food.\n\nA friendly waitperson greeted me at my table and offered me a menu with a variety of options, from burgers and salads to complete meals, including pasta and hot turkey or beef.\n\nI chose the BLT on artisan whole wheat with a side of coleslaw. It looked so tempting that I took a bite of half the sandwich before realizing I hadn't taken a picture of the food. What you see in the attached image is the mouth-watering inside of the delicious BLT.\n\nAs it turned out, I had an hour to kill. After finishing my meal, I asked if I could hang out for a while. The friendly waitperson said I could stay as long as I wanted and brought me a cup of coffee to pass the time.\n\nThat kindness made my day and earned her a nice tip. Plus, I promised to return the next time I'm in the neighborhood.“

“Every time I visit the staff are great and the food is amazing! A must visit!“

“Love the small town atmosphere and the great food and the waitress always remembers my honey for my coffee when I come in“

“We just moved to the area and wanted to try a local spot for dinner. We ordered the chicken lo mein, chicken fried rice, orange chicken, and egg rolls, and everything was delicious! The orange chicken had a bit too much batter and was slightly overcooked, but the flavor was still great. They even threw a bag of mini donuts into our order. We will gladly be returning!“

“Waited 10 minutes in the drive thru, didn’t get my food and a crew member checked in on why I didn’t get my food yet. The manager promptly came out gave me my food and 2 free basket coupons. I realized they forgot the fries and pulled a u-ey and asked for them. They gave me the fries and a third free basket coupon. Left with a smile on my face and 3 free meals!“

“Overall great atmosphere and the food is quite good other than the fries which gave me a yucky tummy from the grease. I was shocked, however, to be charged $7 for hot tea! SEVEN DOLLARS. Seriously? It's water and a cheap tea bag. 🤨 Another reason to stick with lukewarm tap water when eating out. Also be aware that there is a 2.9% fee for using a credit card. I'm not sure if it's noted on the menu but it's on the bottom of the check.“

“Culver’s has the best Butter Burger’s - North Atlantic Cod & famous Custard of the day! I have been going to the Vadnais Heights Culver’s for several years! The friendly staff is “Impeccable “ I always buy the Calendars & Gift Cards! Thank You Culver’s for supporting our Farmers! 5 Golden Stars! 😊“

“I’ve been a regular since they moved to Blaine. I ordered the lettuce wraps. The lettuce was a delicate bib lettuce and wet, huge chunks of red cabbage, large Julianne carrots. Made it impossible to eat wrapped. Told the server. She offered to get me more lettuce. No thank you. Won’t order again. The quality is not the same as when Carol owned it.“

“Wonderful combo of traditional fare and things you've probably never heard of. Friendly people and beautiful, tasty food.“

“This was my first time and it won’t be the last. Thank you for a spectacular dinner last Saturday night. A few of my neighbors and I had a great time. Hopefully we can bring more people next time.“

“they have great burger's. the staff is great. it's reasonably priced“

“Great menu for GF, Vegan, and Vegetarian as well as for meat eaters. Fresh and local ingredients. Open for lunch, dinner, and weekend brunch. Friendly staff. Parking lot and located off a bus line in a walkable and bike friendly neighborhood. If you liked the food truck, then you will love this.“

“We stop here every year when we go to Back to the 50’s. It’s become a yearly tradition ❤️ Amazing food and such a fun atmosphere!“

“Always a great time when we come here!“

“First time here. You order at the counter here, then food is brought out. The pancakes and sausage were fantastic! Nice little place to meet someone to catch up or stop to grab a coffee. Also have outdoor seating for the nicer days.“

“So, I’ve had unpredictable bouts of constipation throughout my life. I remember receiving enemas that were meant for elderly individuals when I was 8 or 9. When I attended this restaurant, I haven’t had a bowel movement in around 2-3 days. Previously before that I required stimulant laxatives, which creates muscle contractions to force waste out of your anus. I tried a basic cheeseburger with a side of fries, and a raspberry peach iced tea. As soon as I finished my meal, I felt it. The rumbling that signals such an impending cloud of doom in your stomach, causing your heart to metaphorically drop 50 feet from my chest. I drove home, as I didn’t feel it appropriate to require Perkins to call in a biohazard crew to wall off the women’s restroom. Immediately I rushed down to the toilet, and unleashed hell. 3 days worth of regularly eaten-and-digested goodness exploded out of my bottom like a flood gate- It was indescribable the stench, it could probably harm a small child. Like not normal fecal matter, something radioactive and potent enough to kill a rodent. It was half liquid and half solid as it endlessly exited it’s swollen, dark tomb. I have never felt such relief, and from the most unlikely of places. Thank you, Perkins. May our stars cross again someday when I need to take a giant gorilla dump.“

“We had so much fun here for my husband’s birthday. We went as a family of 5. The gal who was taking care of us overheard us wishing him a happy birthday and threw in free donuts which were delicious. The margarita was one of the best I’ve ever had. Everything was great!“

“First time here. Had the steak sandwich. I would rate it 6.5 to 7. The sandwich was good other than the fact the ciabatta literally fell apart in my hands as I was eating it, 2nd bite the entire bottom and top were in pieces. It tasted very green because there wasnt much aoli. If there was more aoli and the sandwhich didnt fall apart on the second bite I would rate it a 10. The frites were amazing, the employees were very kind as well. ❤️ Will be back to try other things :)“

“Loved this place. Great food and service“

“If you're hungry, you have to come to this place. The food is so delicious 🔥. This is my favorite pizza place. Their pizzas have plenty of cheese 🧀. I have had the pizzas, gyros, and gyro pizza, and they are absolutely delicious 😋. They have a lot of options.“

“My son and I stopped in for dinner as I had a gift card to use. Our server Andrea was wonderful! We ordered our food and it arrived looking great! My son liked his salad a lot and my Rueben, while not traditional, was tasty. I was sadly less than impressed with the Maple Bacon Brussels I got with my sandwich and let Andrea know. She let her manager know right away and they both were SO kind and thanked me for letting them know my concerns. They offered us a piece of chocolate cake (which was super yummy!) to make up for the side not being so great. Amazing customer service! We will be back!“

“Terrific food plus excellent service!“

“Great people! Great food! Monthly specials are fun experiments that sometimes end up on the menu. If you haven’t been in a few years, give them another try. The current team and menu are awesome.“

“We had a great time enjoying dinner and drinks tonight! Our server Steve was awesome. We were in stitches the whole time. Nicole was a hoot too! Good and drinks were good too! Would definitely recommend a visit here.“

“Lots of fun. Great place to hang out.“

“Great night for
Culver’s. Speedy service and not much of a line. Food was great as usual no issues with my order. The dogs approved of their pup cups. Somehow only one onion ring was in the bag when I made it home so that’s a mystery for next time“

“The owners, Sabrina and Jody, were beyond helpful when it came to hosting my engagement brunch at their establishment. Clara was fantastic and made serving a party of 20+ look like a cake walk! Mel, the bartender, was on top of drinks and all our guests raved about how cute the set up was. Thank you to everyone involved in making our day special!“

“Jimmy’s is always good. The staff is outstanding! Food is very good, great specials! Wild rice soup best I have tasted ever! Bingo two mornings and two nights very well run!“

“Nick was our waiter recently for a birthday celebration… he was exceptionally accommodating and made our evening! Food great as always.“

“Decided to go out to dinner last night with the kids. We haven’t lived in Blaine long and decided to try the Tipsy Steer. Food was great but the service was even better. It was busy and the staff were excellent and accommodating to all patrons. Highly recommend.“

“We always have a great dinner at Applebee's in White Bear. We dine there often on Saturday after church. The entire staff is great and makes us feel welcome. Amanda is especially fantastic! Our food never disappoints. We will continue to dine there!“

“I came in to eat on Saturday, and Lillian was our server. She was the sweetest girl ever! She genuinely took the time to explain the menu to us since we hadn’t been to Perkins in so long. She took such great care of us, checked on us throughout our meal, and made us feel so welcomed. We’ll definitely be back!“

“We go here waaaaaay more often than I care to admit and I have to say, every single time is a joy. Not just because the food is amazing (and consistent) but because the staff are truly kind and attentive! There is always someone walking around, wiping down tables. We are always greeted with a smile. One time, my youngest daughter told one of the workers that she wanted to work at Culver’s when she grows up and they brought her a flippin’ hat! How cool is that? I mean, it’s just par for the course with this place. Phenomenal staff, great food, and our family always leaves happy.“

“Great food with great prices. A solid environment to enjoy a good meal. We go for Rotary meetings every month and they are very gracious to us.“

“Gigantic servings! Delicious food!“

“Amazing food and staff. I loved what they recommended me to get. You can tell they put a lot of love into their food“

“Food is good. Stopped in for dinner last night. 12 bucks for a Sam Adams Oktoberfest on tap seems a little excessive.“