Seeing as Minnesota is the Land of 10,000 Lakes , it only makes sense that this popular restaurant has just been ranked as one of the best seafood places in the entire U.S.
As a rule, Minnesotans *do* seem to like seafood. Even though some of us might not enjoy some sushi or a fresh lobster roll, most of us like fish, right? I mean, the walleye sandwich is often considered an iconic dish here in the North Star State . It helps that walleye is also Minnesota’s state fish and is a popular menu item at many restaurants up north and along the North Shore.
Meanwhile, we also love our restaurants here in the Bold North too. They play a unique role in our economy and culture both here in Minnesota and across the country. The National Restaurant Association currently estimates that there are over 11,100 restaurants in the Gopher State right now, generating over $15 billion in sales.
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And now, one of those eateries just made this impressive list of the Best Seafood Restaurants in Every State by the consumer savings site, Cheapism. Being included on this list right now is especially handy, seeing as we’re in the middle of Lent right now…