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Big Bowl In an industry where Asian chain restaurants are synonymous with inauthentic dumbed-down fare, Big Bowl offers a safe entry point into the fabulous world of Asian cuisine. October 2006

Pazzaluna Pazzaluna, for years one of the most popular restaurants in St. Paul, may finally be able to join the ranks of the critically acclaimed ones as well, thanks to the recent arrival of Italian master chef Rino Baglio. September 2006

M&S Grill The concept here is simple—steak house style plus a steak house menu, but with more choices in the seafood department. August 2006

Barbette (v. 3.0) Barbette is a rarity—an intimate neighborhood bistro that gets better with every reincarnation. July 2006

Victor’s 1959 Café For those who have never eaten at Victor’s 1959 Café, a slip of a restaurant, you’re missing out on one of our quirkiest eating experiences. June 2006

Nicollet Island Inn Erick Harcey’s food has taken the dining room miles beyond where it was the last decade, but recent meals I sampled revealed a restaurant that’s trying too hard. May 2006

Harbor View Café The waits can be long at peak times, and they don’t take credit cards, but Harbor View Café is always worth the schlep. April 2006

North Coast North Coast has its sights set higher than the food and service in other local waterfront eateries. February 2006

The Craftsman The Craftsman works better these days—though not perfectly—but you can finally see a synchronous attitude and vibe about the place. December 2005

Joe’s Garage Joe’s Garage is still packin’ ’em in, and the reinvented burgers are still on the menu—but Joe Kaplan and his new chef, Karl Lichtfuss, have tilted the scales toward comfort food. September 2005

Bellanotte The bulk of Bellanotte’s patrons are out for a stylish night, and Bellanotte is not a restaurant built for critics. August 2005

Café Lurçat Lurçat remains one of the Twin Cities’ top dining experiences. July 2005

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