The 10 Best Restaurants In Grand Forks, North Dakota
Grand Forks’ location on the banks of the Red River ensures that a constant stream of travelers stop in the city for a tasty bite while passing through the picturesque area. Catering to all, the North Dakota city is home to several all-American diners as well as fine dining establishments and international restaurants. Updating our previous guide, we’ve taken another look at where to eat out in Grand Forks.
1. Big Sioux Cafe
Cafe, Restaurant, American, Coffee
2. Bonzer’s Sandwich Pub
Sandwich Shop, Mexican, Salad Bar, Beer
3. Darcy’s Cafe
Cafe, Snacks, Soup, American
4. Paradiso Mexican Restaurant
Restaurant, Mexican
5. Parrot’s Cay Tavern & Grill
Bar, American, Pub Grub
6. Red Pepper
Red Pepper
Called ‘the best late night food in the USA’ by Esquire magazine, Red Pepper certainly has a national reputation for serving up incredibly tasty, simple, home cooked Mexican cuisine. This family-run eatery has been doing business near North Dakota University in downtown Grand Forks since 1961 and its high quality fare hasn’t slipped once. Famous for its grinder sub sandwiches; the tostadas, enchiladas, burritos and tacos are all incredibly tasty too. For a wholesome lunch or late night snack go for a bowl of chicken tortilla soup or a hot ham and cheese burger and try the homemade white sauce.
Red Pepper, 1011 University Avenue, Grand Forks, ND, USA, +1 701 775 9671
7. Rhombus Guys
Pizzeria, Restaurant, Vegetarian, Vegan
8. Sanders 1907 Restaurant
Bar, Restaurant, Sushi, American
9. Toasted Frog
Toasted Frog
As the name would suggest, The Toasted Frog serves an abundance of eclectic mains and adventurous appetizers. Tuck into a delicious plate of lightly breaded frog legs or go for the safer (but equally yummy) roasted pork belly with blueberry compote. Famed also for their martinis, the drinks list is almost endless. Stick to the amphibious theme and order the hibernating frog or go for an after dinner banana cream pie martini. Tables at the Toasted Frog fill up fast so to avoid disappointment diners should call ahead to reserve a spot.
The Toasted Frog, 124 N 3rd St Main, Grand Forks, ND, USA, +1 701-772-3764
10. Wild Hog Smokehouse Bar & Grill
Diner, Restaurant, American, Beer, Mexican
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