Bûcheron in Minneapolis is an intimate, wood-toned neighborhood bistro that channels “Midwest French” cooking through a seriously ambitious, chef-driven lens. Tucked into a historic corner space at 43rd & Nicollet, the 38-seat dining room glows with pine, brass, and soft lighting, wrapped around an open kitchen where chef Adam Ritter and his team turn out intricately composed plates that still feel warm and welcoming rather than fussy. The menu blends French technique with Minnesota ingredients—think rich sauces and precise garnishes alongside wild rice, local produce, and carefully sourced meats and seafood—offered as a tight à-la-carte list plus a few larger shared plates and striking desserts. With a thoughtful cocktail program, polished but friendly service, and a hum of special-occasion energy most nights, Bûcheron has quickly become one of South Minneapolis’s most talked-about restaurants, earning national attention and a James Beard Award for Best New Restaurant while still feeling very much like a cozy, elevated neighborhood spot.