Bruno&#x27;s Pizza

Anima Cucina is such a cute spot in Bismarck. I was greeted right away and seated promptly, and the…read moreservice throughout the meal was warm, friendly, and attentive. For a small restaurant, they also have an impressive wine selection. We started with the garlic bread, hot olives, and meatballs -- all of which were flavorful, balanced, and absolutely delicious. For entrées, our table had the breaded walleye, the Bolognese pasta, and the Porchetta. The walleye and Bolognese were outstanding, but unfortunately the Porchetta was a big letdown. The skin was chewy rather than crisp, with a thick layer of unrendered fat beneath it, and most concerning, it still had visible pig hair. I was expecting the classic combination of crackling skin, melting fat, and tender pork, but instead it was oddly undercooked on the outside, dry inside, and after biting into hair, I really lost my appetite for it. We finished with tiramisu and a torte, and both desserts were excellent -- a strong way to end the meal. Overall, Anima Cucina has a lot going for it: charming atmosphere, friendly staff, great starters, and standout entrées (other than the Porchetta). I'd happily return for the appetizers, pasta, fish, and desserts, but I'd avoid the Porchetta based on my experience.

Our most favorite place in all of Bismarck! Came here practically every morning over the summer…read morewhile we stayed here for work. Lovely staff, great vibes, lots of natural light, and excellent coffee! We miss this place!!!

This is above the kitchen. A boar with tusk walking.

$17 Charcuterie Board is a great deal!

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Boulevard Dank 7

The Walrus Restaurant

4.0(189 reviews)

1.0 mi

Ok! Here i am foolish is the middle of December going to the middle of North Dakota! Yes, I…read moreknow I left balmy Minnesota for North Dakota. And yes, the weather looked good and turning fast. Well with that little story I did find a nice little gem to eat and drink in Bismarck. And yes, it is callled Walrus. I do not know the story behind Walrus but willing to listen. I had the Cajun Tetrazinni, and it was great with every bite. With the food being great it sure was nice to have the host and my server match the food excellence! Great job! Warning I will be back!!! Thanks Much.

We split the Mediterranean Pizza. It was awesome. The waitstaff is great and the herbed butter was…read morea nice surprise. The feel is warm and lively. The Surly draft was fresh and delicious.

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Gnocchi genovese

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Looking from the bar to the front

Bistro 1100

3.9(83 reviews)

0.1 mi

We had a lovely dinner as a family celebrating my birthday while staying in Bismarck. The service…read moreis quite friendly, as are most of the people in North Dakota. The ambiance is that of a traditional upscale restaurant, with (most) patrons dressing in their Sunday best. Our kids enjoyed their food off the kids menu. We ordered a lobster bisque, Caesar salad, and crab cakes for starters. The lobster bisque was very, very bland--even for me! And I never add salt to anything, not even to most of my cooking lol! My husband was dousing it constantly. Unfortunately, even with all the added salt, it was tasteless. The crab cakes were ok, and the Caesar salad was standard. I ordered the pecan-crusted walleye for myself--it seemed a bit overcooked and I ended up eating only half. We tried chocolate cake for dessert and it was also just ok, a bit dry and also bland, surprisingly. I hate to give this place a lower rating because it's hard enough as it is to come by a fanciful restaurant in such a small town. They're trying, but need to step it up in the taste & preparation department.

If you looking for quality excellence and elegant dining, this would be your place! Nice…read moreatmosphere and very tasty food! We also enjoy promotional burgers every Saturday at their bar great service too!

Chicken Parmesan

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Lobster ravioli

Butterhorn

4.1(84 reviews)

0.5 mi

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Butterhorn is definitely the best restaurant in Bismarck. It's on the Main Street in an old saloon…read morebuilding. The menu offers something for everyone, with soups, salads, pastas, meat and fish choices. We had the fried chicken thighs and a spicy pasta entree. We also had to get the butterhorn rolls, the house speciality, which were good, not great. Service was excellent. Overall a good experience, better than I expected.

We noticed the restaurant in the ND visitors guide and decided to stop in. The staff were all…read morefriendly and welcoming. Nathan was our server and bartender and was great. Everything was fabulous from the cocktails to the food. I now want to try to recreate some of the dishes since I live too far away to revisit. Definitely worth a visit. Be sure to visit the bathroom, the decor is great!

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Fireflour Pizza + Coffee Bar

4.4(327 reviews)

Fireflour is the hands down the best pizza place in North Dakota, and one of the best pizza places…read morein America (and I've eaten pizza in California, new York, and Chicago)! I can't get enough of the Daisy pizza (Margherita pizza). I've been eating here almost every other day since December , a habit I plan to continue for the foreseeable future! The staff are kind and friendly ! And the service is very efficient!

Stopped in for lunch with my college student on a Friday, and it turned out to be the perfect…read moresolution for a meatless Friday meal. We were greeted right away as there was no one else in the restaurant. Its an open floor plan with two rooms. Im guessing its quite lively in the evenings. We shared the chopped salad and the Daisy pizza. The salad was good, though not a traditional chopped salad--it used that trendy wild greens mix that so many restaurants are leaning on these days. Personally, I'm not a huge fan, but the menu did specify it, so that one's on me for not paying closer attention. The pizza, however, was absolutely terrific. The crust was soft and chewy with just the right amount of char from the stone oven. The combination of the sauce, cheese, and fresh basil was spot on. They also drizzle a flavored oil over the top--we couldn't quite pinpoint what it was, but it added an extra layer of flavor that really elevated the pizza. We devoured the whole thing--three slices each! At around $20, the pizza might feel a bit pricey, but it's clear that everything is fresh and made from scratch, so it's well worth it. Service was attentive, though we were the only ones there at lunchtime. I imagine this place really comes alive in the evening. I'd definitely come back to try more of the menu--and next time, I'm not sharing my pizza.

Iowa Pizza

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Bar area

Nardello's Pizza

4.2(77 reviews)

2.4 mi

Every time I have been here, during the short three months I've lived in Bismarck, I have loved…read moreeverything about Nardellos. And I ain't even had the pizza. The staff is notably good at their job. Consistently. They seem happy to be there, they're joking around with each other, genuinely they provide a fine atmosphere for a local pizza joint. The consistency is solid. I order online every time, every time they get my order right. And every time I order my food is on point. The food itself is about what you could expect from a top local pizza joint. This ain't no highfalutin chicken Parm, but it's a solid sandwich. It'll get you a good meal with enough left for lunch the next day. The meatball subs always on point with meatbulbs that are too big for a single bite. An enjoyable mess every time. The sides are tops. Order a side of cheese fries and it ain't no small bag of fries with a 1 ounce cup. It's a full on side, a full respect appetizer size. Worth every penny plus a little gratuity, because they always do it right. I think I've only had six meals from this joint in the last three months. I'm guessing over the summer months I'll have another six. One of these times I'm gonna have to try their pizza.

I've been craving New York style pizza for years, and had no idea this existed!…read more We had a HUGE pizza and it was delicious. The staff was also very friendly.

Best pizza in ND hands down.

Front of main entry

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Cannoli! Very pretty. And very good!

Jimmy V's

2.9(8 reviews)

I went in for the first time, was not busy, just the way I like it. Ordered a cheeseburger, was…read moredelicious. The wait staff was professional and they even have a small blackjack table and 2 video gaming machines. The blackjack treated me well Thank you! I'll be back!!

Drinks, check, Buffalo Fries, check. Enjoying some good atmosphere and good eateries.read more

Philly Fries w/ side of balsamic

Italian Rueben w/ garlic fries

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Blarney Stone Pub- Bismarck

4.3(331 reviews)

0.4 mi

Have been here several times w friends and family. They do have gluten free menu which is nice…read more Food is good and unique Irish authentic. Good selection of beer. Nice garage door they open on nice summer evenings. Staff was decent. Atmosphere is like a pub with charm. Overall worth a shot

Right in the heart of downtown Bismarck, this spot serves up some pretty decent Irish pub grub…read morefare. It was pretty quiet when we came in (it was a weekday, mid-afternoon), but the service was prompt and friendly. I ordered one of my favorite pub dishes...the classic fish-n-chips. Turns out, their version comes with waffle fries (not traditional English chips) but their Dublin sauce used for dunking the fries really hit the spot. The two large, breaded fish filets really filled me up and the platter also came with a generous portion of creamy coleslaw. My dining partners enjoyed their meal choices as well, very glad we gave this restaurant a go!

Bar area

Fibber Flanagan 's Fish & Chips

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Restaurant entrance

Roundhouse

4.0(15 reviews)

The food is great here if you get an opportunity to order food. They are very short on staff…read moresometimes they're open sometimes they're not. I had the southwest eggrolls and they were phenomenal. One of my friends had the wings. Those were phenomenal, but the bartender also has to cook so if you need a drink in between, then you have to go over to the other side, which is the hobo room and ask that gal to make you a drink or if you wanna punch in food, you have to go next-door to order it, which didn't make any sense to me. It is what it is. Everybody seems to be short on staff.

So first time here and got the recommendation from a local! Just opened in December of 2018 and…read morefirst thing I noticed is the trendy inside and kitchen tigh up front! I like it! I also noticed the over 130 types of bourbon and whiskey on the wall and 16 taps on hand if mostly craft beers! I sat at the bar where Chris was bartending and the service was excellent! He made food and drink recommendations and were hits! I had the hot Italian beef and I have to say it was a big portion and packed with flavor! The hand cut fries were also excellent! I wanted to try the wings as the person sitting next to me had them and they looked good! All meat is cured in house giving it that extra touch! To see more pictures of this place and others go to Kam Finds Food page on Facebook and Instagram and join the foodie community!

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The Jousting Lemur

Amazing service!! Our waiter was so nice, Stephanie, and make our visit extra enjoyable! the food…read moreand drinks are also great, would recommend to anyone!

Went here to hear a local singer Peyton Lily Walker. She did a nice blend of Christmas and country…read moremusic. The place has a chique modern feel and love the decore. I had a couple wine glasses off of the wine bar as well as the wild elk charcuterie board. The flavors were good but value was off on cost to board content. Attentive servers. Decent bathrooms. Worth a shot if you are out for a fancy evening.