Restaurants in Maplewood, Minnesota

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Restaurants in Maplewood, Minnesota
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The city of Maplewood, Minnesota, almost looks like a hammer when the city lines are drawn out on a map. Maplewood extends north to south with a branch of the city stretching west, and the sprawling territory bumps up alongside several lovely neighbors, including St. Paul, Little Canada, and Woodbury. While we love having the ability to dine out in our neighboring cities, we also adore our hometown restaurants in Maplewood. If you’re wondering where to go, check out our recommendations below.

Restaurants in Maplewood, Minnesota

Tokyo Sushi

From the outside, this sushi joint looks underwhelming, but don’t let the strip mall location and ordinary facade fool you. Inside, Tokyo Sushi is a modern and elegant escape with a well-stocked bar and stylish atmosphere. 

The menu is equally as approachable. There’s something for everyone, no matter how adventurous you’re feeling. New to sushi and looking to dip in your toe before diving in? Start off with some fried tofu appetizers or a round of edamame. The shrimp dumplings are also a delicious way to test the waters. If you’re not in the mood for fish, they have french fries and chicken nuggets, but if you’re eager to sink your teeth into some classic Japanese fare, you’re also in luck. Seaweed salad, miso soup, and squid salad are great ways to start your meal. From there, dip into a big bowl of udon or ramen soup. There are sashimi entrees, nigiri, and specialty sushi rolls as well. Just take your pick from red tuna, salmon, white tuna, eel, shrimp, crab, and octopus.

5-8 Club

Why top your burger with cheese when you could stuff it with cheese? That’s the question the folks at 5-8 Club asked themselves before stuffing one of their half-pound burger patties with scrumptious cheese. Better known as the Juicy Lucy, this extra-cheesy burger has made this local dive one of the most popular restaurants in Maplewood, Minnesota. The atmosphere is low-key. The prices are kind. The food is big on flavor. But the burgers are the real draw. Because of these popular burgers, this Minnesota chain has been featured on the Travel Channel and all kinds of hit shows, including Man vs. Food, Food Wars, and 101 Tastiest Places to Chow Down.

Acapulco

Another Minnesotan chain that gets plenty of praise is Acapulco. This Mexican eatery has locations in Maplewood, nearby Woodbury, Stillwater, and Andover. There are eight Acapulco joints around Minnesota, which means you can enjoy your favorite dishes even when you’re away from home. Speaking of home, a lot of the dishes on this menu get their roots from family recipes. Even the house cheese dip is a closely guarded family secret. Add refried beans or spicy chorizo, and this delicious appetizer will soon be a crowd favorite. So will the chilaquiles, chiles poblanos, tacos, burritos, and chimichangas that fill the lunch and dinner plates.

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With so many great restaurants in Maplewood, Minnesota, you can find something to satisfy almost any craving. Looking for more ways to get outside and explore Maplewood? Check out this helpful roundup of nearby attractions and activities. And if you are looking for a peaceful place to retire here in Minnesota, the Shores of Lake Phalen is a scenic and welcoming senior living community. We would love to show you around. Our property sits in a peaceful wooded setting between two lakes. And our apartment-style housing has the atmosphere and elegance of a resort. Plus, our friendly staff members help residents enjoy a carefree lifestyle, without the common worries of running a household. Relax and enjoy the health and safety amenities, fun events, and company of other seniors. Schedule a tour or learn more by calling 651-777-7784.