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A local institution, 1st Wok Chinese is a popular choice for great Chinese food in the Bloomington area. Known for its courteous, attentive staff, outstanding food and large portions, 1st Wok has become a favorite among many Twin Cities residents. The menu contains both Szechuan and Hunan dishes, and some of the most popular selections include chicken and vegetables, hot and sour soup, cashew chicken and spicy garlic shrimp. If you don't feel like dining in, take-out is available. With its long track record and loyal following, it's no wonder that 1st Wok has such a highly regarded reputation.
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UPTOWN. This hip, sleek member of the Wolfgang Puck family of restaurants is right at home in Walker Art Center, where museum-goers enjoy haute New American fare with a decidedly Asian kick. Views of the Minneapolis skyline are prominent as you feast on fresh butterfish, short ribs, tempura shrimp, and roasted Cantonese duck. Ingredients are amazingly fresh, allowing for the food's true flavors to come bursting forth. Don't miss the signature dessert Spoon, Cube, and Cherry which mimics the famous Claes Oldenburg sculpture, Spoonbridge and Cherry, in the Minneapolis Sculpture Garden.
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The main draw at Atlantic Buffet, as the name would lead you to believe, is certainly the buffet. The impressive spread features over 100 items representing various cuisines, including classic Chinese fare, Mongolian BBQ, sushi and a few American items thrown in for good measure. The great prices and wide selection make the buffet hard to beat, but if you prefer something different, Atlantic Buffet also serves an extensive menu of Chinese specialties. Popular dishes include egg rolls, wonton soup, chow mein, fried rice and egg foo young.
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EDINA. This fun, neighborhood restaurant offers a gourmet menu with Thai, Vietnamese, Indian, and Chinese dishes. Featured items include spicy Kung Pao, pad Thai, and lemon chicken all prepared right before your eyes. Homemade ginger ale is also a must.
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MIDWAY. Looking for a taste of Cambodia? Cheng Heng has just what you need. This popular restaurant boasts a menu that's at once exciting and exotic. If you stop in for lunch or dinner, try authentic dishes like quob poob (curry noodles soup), plear (a salad of sliced beef and sauce-covered vegetables), or leah chah (mussels sautéed with Asian basil, garlic, and scallions). Don't be put off by unfamiliar names; just dive into the restaurant's terrific Asian fare.
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UPTOWN. Known for its "street food from the hot zone," Chino Latino features scrumptious, exotic food and drink from a variety of equatorial regions around the globe. The wild, festive decor features a cushioned orange vinyl wall, giant round booths, and an open kitchen, not to mention oft-commented-on restrooms. The eclectic menu includes dishes from Asia and South America: wok-seared noodles, paella, empanadas, suckling pig, sushi, satays, and more. Reservations are suggested, especially during weekends.
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D'Amico Kitchen
901 Hennepin Ave Chambers Hotel Minneapolis, MN 55404 US +1-612-767-6999UPTOWN. D'Amico Kitchen is a Richard D'Amico designed casual, contemporary Italian restaurant and features dozens of items, including 24-plus antipasti small plates, crudo, as well as pastas, an assortment of entrees and a well-heeled, global wine list. Seasonal dishes are created around the highest quality local and imported ingredients.
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BLOOMINGTON. A pleasing mix of Cantonese dishes and American favorites can be had at this Bloomington mainstay. Hot and spicy beef, moo goo gai pan, and shrimp with snow peas tempt Chinese-food devotees, while filet mignon, broiled lobster tails, and fried jumbo shrimp entice those looking for a steakhouse experience. An array of soups, noodle dishes, and fried rice is also on offer. Dinner specials are permanent and nightly, often featuring entrees that blend the kitchen's Cantonese and American sensibilities. A kid's menu and a take-out menu win points with families and diners on the run, respectively.
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UPTOWN. One of the area's first Japanese restaurants, authentically designed Fuji-Ya is still one of Minneapolis's favorites. Thanks to traditional decor and a menu featuring favorites like chicken and shrimp tempura and Yose Nabe (a medley of seafood, vegetables, noodles, and mushrooms), the restaurant has a loyal following. Fuji-Ya offers a variety of platters for sushi lovers as well. Reservations are suggested.
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Hunan Restaurant has been serving Chinese food in the Bloomington area for more than 20 years. The restaurant offers a full lunch buffet Monday through Saturday and a dinner buffet on Friday and Saturday. In addition to the buffet offerings, the restaurant has an extensive menu of Szechuan, Hunan and Cantonese dishes like egg drop soup, sesame shrimp, sweet and sour chicken, moo goo gai pan and beef with broccoli. A variety of signature dishes, including honey walnut shrimp, Hunan lamb, sweet and spicy shrimp and beef chow fun is also available.
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