Sometimes a nice, relaxing dinner is just what everyone in your clan needs. With a variety of family-oriented restaurants in Bloomington, enjoying a sit-down meal is easy and stress-free at one of these local eateries. 
- Twin City Grill
Combine a shopping trip with family dining time at Twin City Grill, which is conveniently situated on the first floor of Mall of America. Make your way around the mall to see the latest offerings, and then head to Twin City for lunch or dinner. Choose comfort food to please the palate at this cozy grill, which features vintage photos and classic wood booths. Enjoy happy hour from 3 to 6 p.m. with appetizers at half-price for the kids and assorted libations from the bar for the adults. The menu has something for everyone, from steaks and prime burgers to salads and grilled sandwiches. The grill opens at 11:15 a.m. Monday-Saturday and 11:30 a.m. on Sunday.
- Lucky’s 13 Pub
For a fun, exciting, and entertaining family outing where great food is served every day, you won’t want to pass up a visit to Lucky’s 13 Pub. The atmosphere is cool, calm, and collected and the food is made to please the taste buds. Whether you want family time for breakfast, lunch, or dinner, Lucky’s has the menu to make it happen. Breakfast is served from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday, with tasty dishes such as chicken and waffles and eggs Benedict. The pub opens at 11 a.m. Monday-Friday and stays open until 1 a.m. Monday-Saturday and until midnight on Sunday.
- Firelake Grill
Located at the Mall of America, Firelake Grill serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. It features a menu for adults, a children’s menu, and bar area with an impressive list of cocktails. Daily from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., take advantage of the $12 burger and beer special with your choice of a buffalo, backyard, walleye, or turkey burger and a soda or draft beer. From the regular menu, choose pork, steak, lamb, and salmon from the rotisserie, oven, or grill; share a small plate of shrimp and spinach fondue; dive into an order of fish and chips; or savor the taste of homemade soup and fresh salad. Open for breakfast at 6:30 a.m., Sunday brunch from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., lunch from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday-Saturday, and dinner from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m.
- Ciao Bella
You’ll feel as though you’ve sat down in Italy for an authentic meal when visiting Ciao Bella, where traditional cuisine is handcrafted using the freshest ingredients blended with innovative techniques and presentation. Your family will experience what patrons have been enjoying for over 20 years. Dine inside amid a collection of local art or eat under the stars on the outdoor patio. Menu items include calamari fritti, crabcakes, fettuccine, meatballs, spaghetti, shrimp, pork, and chicken dishes. Ciao Bella is open Monday-Saturday from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. and Sunday from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Enjoy a great meal with the family without all the hassle of cooking at one of Bloomington’s many restaurants featuring hometown favorites and creative cultural cuisine.
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