Best Fried Cheese In Minnesota

It cannot be argued that fried foods are not compatible with a healthy diet. However, they are often a delicious delicacy enjoyed in moderation by even the healthiest of eaters. All around the country, fried foods take on different forms and are enjoyed in ways familiar to the region. On the East Coast, fried cheese takes the form of mozzarella sticks. In the south, fried cheese balls and various other fried delights are the norm. And in the midwest, fried cheese curds dominate the fried appetizer world. Enjoy the best of these fantastic Minnesota favorites at these great places.

Urban Eatery
2730 W. Lake St.
Minneapolis, MN 55416
(612) 920-5000
www.myurbaneatery.com

Situated away from Uptown Minneapolis in the classic building that houses the Calhoun Beach Club, the Urban Eatery is truly a hidden gem. With a phenomenal happy hour and a beautiful patio, this place has it all, including some amazing cheese curds. Fried in a light batter so they stay crispy without being burnt or greasy, the best Wisconsin white cheddar is used to make these delicacies. To add to the dish, they are served with a housemade spicy ketchup and chipotle mayo. Free valet is also available to solve the parking problem.

Minnesota State Fair
1265 Snelling Ave.
St. Paul, MN 55108
(651) 288-4400
www.mnstatefair.org

What makes the State Fair fried cheese curds so great is that you can only get them during certain times of the year. Each curd is carefully fried in a delicious batter and served by the thousands during the end of the summer. The curd itself is carefully selected from local dairy farms and processed into a fried delicacy by other locals. The State Fair is often said to be the best time of the year in Minnesota. It certainly brings in cheese curd season and leaves everyone in anticipation of the next year's fair.

Pub 42
7600 42nd Ave.
Minneapolis, MN 55427
(763) 278-4242
www.pub42.com

A newer spot on 42nd Ave, Pub 42 has made its mark as a great place to hang out and get a solid bite. While they have many specialties, including deviled eggs, their cheese curds are talked about all over town. This neighborhood joint uses Alaskan Amber Ale in their cheese curd batter and serves them with honey mustard dipping sauce. This strange combination is strangely delicious. They also use a local creamery to source the cheese part of the curd. Stop by and try and eat just one.

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The Mill Northeast
1851 Central Ave. NE
Minneapolis, MN 55418
(612) 315-2340
www.themillnortheast.com

Head out the the Northeast side of Minneapolis for a cheese curd bonanza. The Mill serves up the best of "American" fare and traditional pub grub that starts with wings and ends with curds. Enjoy curds made with cheese aged in the caves of Fairbault, Minnesota and dip them in The Mill's signature beet ketchup. Take it outside in the summer on their fantastic patio and follow up with a 16 ounce "Tall Boy" from their extensive beer list.

Dry Dock Bar & Restaurant 
2820 Midway Road
Duluth, MN 55810
(218) 624-5512
www.drydockduluth.com

The Twin Cites aren't the only places in Minnesota to get fantastic cheese curds. Check out the scenery of beautiful Duluth while you enjoy the taste of cheese curds from Dry Dock Bar. Traditional white cheddar curds are are fried to that perfect crisp and served with marinara. Enjoy the local community, happy hour specials and a great place to hang out.

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Andrea Wodele is a freelance writer who has lived in the Twin Cities for the last 10 years. Her hobbies include exercising, driving kids around, watching Minnesota sports, and reading self-help literature. Examiner.com.