FACES MEARS PARK Chef David Fhima, he of the nine professional lives, is back in his former LoTo space (the Mears Park views continue to be a draw) with a similar but enriched concept: Take-out, dine-in, bar and a small wine shop.
380 Jackson St., St. Paul, 651-209-7776, www.facesmearspark.com
ROJO MEXICAN GRILL
Traditional Mexican-American fare, made fresh and served in slick surroundings. The bar pours more than 75 varieties of tequila.
1602 West End Blvd., St. Louis Park, 952-657-5385, www.rojomexicangrill.com
PARMA 8200
The D'Amico empire turns its attention to the suburbs, jazzing up a soulless office park with a warm and stylish Italian-inspired restaurant and bar. Don't miss the tuna crudo, the watermelon salad and the hearty pork rib ragu over cavatelli.
5600 W. 83rd St., Bloomington, 952-896-8888, www.parma8200.com
TRAVAIL KITCHEN AMUSEMENTS
The close-knit, we-cook-and-we-serve crew that made Victory 44 such a pleasure has moved on to its own shop in beautiful downtown Robbinsdale, serving modern, affordably priced spins on American classics.
4154 W. Broadway, Robbinsdale, 763-535-1131
