Gardens of Salonica
With walls painted in rich earth tones, tables bathed in soft lighting and Mediterranean-inspired art covering the walls, Gardens of Salonica offers a bit of Greece in northeast Minneapolis. Gardens of Salonica features a number of traditional and modern Greek favorites, such as stuffed grape leaves, roasted eggplant, leg of lamb with authentic seasoning, gyros and Greek-style pasta topped with spinach and feta. Open Tuesday through Saturday, Gardens of Salonica is committed to using only the freshest, locally grown vegetables and meats to make a variety of salads, soups, fresh pita bread, pizzas and sandwiches. In addition to the regular dining area, Gardens of Salonica offers a number of banquet facilities and catering services to meet the needs of large groups and private parties.
Gardens of Salonica--New Greek Café and Deli
19 Fifth St. NE
Minneapolis, MN 55413
(612) 378-0611
gardensofsalonica.com
Christos Greek Restaurant
Established in 1988, Christos Greek Restaurant offers a spacious dining area that evokes images of an authentic island taverna. Christos features huge lunch and dinner menus that offer a wide variety of traditional Greek foods balanced with tasty contemporary favorites including spanakopita, shish kebab, souvlaki (broiled, marinated pork), gyros and Greek-inspired pizzas. Christos also offers an extensive wine list and a number of soups, salads and classic desserts like baklava and rizogalo (a rice pudding served with cinnamon and raisins). With live plants and beautiful Greek decorations and trinkets scattered around the restaurant, Cristos offers an elegant yet casual atmosphere that is ideal for family gatherings or a romantic evening for two.
Christos Greek Restaurant
2632 Nicollet Ave. South
Minneapolis, MN 55408
(612) 871-2111
christos.com/christos.html
Aura Restaurant and Bar
Located in the heart of Minneapolis, Aura Restaurant and Bar serves a plethora of authentic Greek cuisine and Mediterranean-inspired dishes such as grilled eggplant, chickpea and tripe soup, stuffed grape leaves, falafel and Greek-style pasta topped with garlic and feta cheese. Aura features strategically placed Greek and Mediterranean art on the walls and large booths and tables resting on polished hardwood floors. Open 7 days a week for lunch and dinner, Aura also features live music and a large, spacious dance floor and hosts a number of daily and weekly specials including a late-night happy hour from midnight to 2 a.m. and an evolving menu which offers a new entrée and appetizer every month. Offering great food and appealing, comfortable ambiance, Aura is definitely worth a visit.
Aura Restaurant and Bar
3001 Hennepin Ave.
Minneapolis, MN 55413
(612) 821-0008
restaurantaura.com
