Went for brunch, can't wait to try dinner! Let me start by saying that I loved the decor. As a plant mom myself, I loved the real plants and the wallpaper complimented the ambiance perfectly. Brunch was busy so service was a bit slow but the food came out quick and hot! I honestly loved everything but I think the Johnny cake was my favorite. The mushroom omelette was very flavorful with the Brussels sprouts and caramelized shallots. The French toast was uniquely different with the cognac whipped cream- more like a dessert! Can't wait to get back to try dinner! read more

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I had been really wanting to go to Altera and was excited to go! I liked the ambiance but will say there was room for improvement for attention to cleanliness - menu, water glass, chair were not clean. We ordered: POK POK CHICKEN WINGS 5/5 BURRATA 1/5 CACIO E PEPE Pizza 2/5 DAN DAN NOODLE 4.5/5 (not terribly warm) CLAUDEL 5/5 Wine list was good! read more

Altera - POK POK CHICKEN WINGS marinated cucumbers - American Near Me - Saint Paul, Minnesota

This place has potential, the ambiance was there and the server Josh was great, but the food itself just didn't match the prices. Came here for a date night, I got the Broiled Miso Salmon and one glass of wine and my partner got the Steak Frites and a coke. Our bill was $95! Ouch. The bad: If it were really really good I would be willing to pay for it, but I felt that the flavors in my dish, in salmon, carrot ginger sauce, and cauliflower, were whispering at best. I think the cauliflower could have used a sauce or been crispier, it just seemed boring and soggy. The steak and fries also came out cold :( my partner really knows his steaks and was not impressed, it was over cooked for medium rare and it had clearly been sitting too long. Not worth the $38! The good: The space itself is decorated really well, it's pretty dark but the theme comes together really nicely. I personally enjoyed the indie/pop music they had playing and it wasn't too loud. I really enjoyed the Chardonnay ($16) and they had a decent selection of wine but only a handful were by the glass. You can get glasses of by the bottle wines if you commit to getting at least two glasses though which is good to know. For me, the service really saved this review, our server was so nice and friendly, attentive but not overbearing. I would maybe grab a drink and an appetizer here sometime but will definitely hold out on dinner again until their prices chill or the food gets better. ‍ TLDR: Too expensive for the food quality read more

Altera - Half eaten (oops) Broiled Miso Salmon - American Near Me - Saint Paul, Minnesota

I came back here to celebrate my birthday again, and it was super busy, so definitely make a reservation! We ended up sitting by the entrance. We kicked things off with their chicken wings, which were really tasty, kind of like an Asian fish sauce flavor. Of course, we had to get oysters because that is what the birthday girl wanted! I also tried the crispy Brussels sprouts; they were just okay. For our mains, we got the salmon and their amazing pappardelle with hearty pasta and tomato-braised lamb shoulder, seriously so good! And, of course, I had to have my Old Fashioned. For dessert, I picked the chocolate mousse, which was really nice. Just a bummer they didn't have a candle for the birthday celebration. But everything else was awesome, from the service to the food! read more

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Went here the other day with friends and everything was great. We got drinks, apps and entrees. I especially liked the arancini balls. The atmosphere is trendy and cozy. Would definitely come back! read more

I really enjoy this place. The ambiance is fantastic; decor is gorgeous and it's got a great cozy feel. The service is always pleasant, however the food feels a bit overpriced. I ordered the oxtail pappardelle which was just ok. No fresh Parmesan on top and the presentation was mediocre. There is street parking and a limited space, free garage directly behind the restaurant. I live close by so will definitely return but I wish the food had a bit more attention to detail. read more

Altera - Oxtail pappardelle - American Near Me - Saint Paul, Minnesota

Really good service! The dishes were also all very good. I suggest getting the brussel sprouts! The only thing that could have been better was how loud the restaurant can get. read more

Altera - American Near Me - Saint Paul, Minnesota

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Originally came in for Winter Restaurant Week; I had heard some great things about Altera in an Esquire magazine's travel section while I was at the airport. Also this is local to me in my hometown of Saint Paul so I couldn't wait to try it! For RW we had the Hamachi Crudo (fresh but little too sour with the lime), Johnnycake (best thing I've had in a minute), Gemelli Verde (crazy flavorful but shrimp forward), Pappardelle (hearty pasta with tomato braised lamb shoulder), Carrot Cake w/ mango sorbet (it was alright), and finally the Chocolate Espresso Cake (dry dry dry). Initial thoughts were 4/5 stars but came in for dinner a second time tonight and was impressed by just about everything we tried! Tonight my friends and I split a bunch of appetizers. We had another Johnnycake (one of my favorite things on the menu, comes with whipped honey butter, maple syrup, chives and choice of regular maple or jalapeño maple syrup), Arancini (not as flavorful but relied heavily on the romesco to add depth), Crispy Brussel Sprouts (unique with mojo verde, ricotta salata, pepitas), and Pok Pok Chicken Wings (savory and drenched in fish sauce in the best possible way). We also had Hugo Spritz's (Prosecco, St Germaine, and mint). The interior is a little loud but a fabulous well decorated space for happy hour drinks and elevated eats with friends! This is one of my new favorite local spots, 10/10 recommend a try. Probably skip on dessert, it's not their strong suit, however everything else, fantastic! read more

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Ok, second time here and I NEED to review this place for these reasons: 1. That Johnny Cake is crave worthy and has me telling everyone about it. Get it! 2. I haven't tried anything I didn't love yet... This is the perfect place to go with friends and split a bunch of things. I did this both times and I went and you get a little bit of a lot of dishes. (I try to do this wherever I go) 3. JOHNNY CAKE! It was THAT good! I should have gotten one to go! Ok... the other food was great too! What i tried: Appetizers- - Johnny cake 10/10! For real... get it. It's available during brunch too. - Brussel Sprouts 9/10 really tasty and a different take on them. So good. - Marinated cucumbers 7/10. We make these at home but it was nice to have something bright and fresh. Our server told us a 2/3 portion is served with the wings. - Arancini 5/10. Not my favorite. They rely a lot on the spread on the bottom of the plate. I wish they had something to give them their own flavor, but if you want something not too bold, these are for you. - Chicken Wings! 10/10 These were the perfect amount of salt/ citrus flavor that I wanted, cooked perfectly (aka crispy) and they came some cucumbers. Win win! I want these again! Pasta: Gemelli Verde pasta with shrimp 10/10. So flavorful and had a little kick. These noodles were very unique and makes you think you are eating your greens because the pasta is green. So good! Cocktails: Our groups go to is the St Germain Spritz (Hugo Spritz) but the time before I tried the Stones Throw Martini - really interesting flavor/ unique and also the "Sun Dream". This one went down easy. Overall, I would come back here and share more food. Who else wants to go?? Tip: go on a sunny day and sit by the bar for great pics. This place is gorgeous so it's easy to get some. Thanks Michael and Jai for joining me! read more

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I've been wanting to try Altera since they opened a couple of months ago, but I hadn't made it a priority yet. Thankfully, my husband made reservations for Restaurant Week, and I'm so glad he did. The space is super cute, with bold wallpaper and an elevated but welcoming vibe. It's intimate, but the tables are really close together, so don't expect a private conversation. Start with the ARANCINI. I cannot stress this enough. The gyoza was good, but the arancini? Out of this world. Four perfectly sized, crispy, flavorful bites that were so good I barely needed the sauce (though I wouldn't have minded a little extra). For my main, I had the pappardelle pasta. Delicious, but I got so full from the arancini that I took most of it home. (It made a fantastic next-day lunch, by the way.) My husband got the salmon, and it was perfection. I never order salmon at restaurants because most places overcook it, but this may have been one of the best I've ever tasted. Next time, I'm getting that for myself. Dessert was solid but not a standout. The chocolate espresso cake was good, but I'm not a huge dessert person, so it didn't leave a lasting impression. Same with the carrot cake--I took a bite of my husband's, but I'm not a carrot cake expert, so I can't really say much about it. Service was great. Our waiter wasn't super chatty, but it was Restaurant Week, and they were slammed, so I completely understand him moving efficiently. He was polite, on top of everything, and left a great impression. I honestly can't wait to go back. This was one of the best meals I've had all year, and I'm already excited to try more from their menu. If you go, ORDER THE ARANCINI. read more

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Must Order: 1. Paloma - The Best in Highland Park High speed grapefruit juicer to aerate and have chemical reactions when mixed into drink fluffy grapefruit. It is well balanced meal-like cocktail. I can totally go on liquid diet this way. or be vegan. 2. Butternut Squash a la plancha note to self learn how to make sage brown butter. It really took squash into another level. The plancha caramelized the squash into perfection Ambience: Crate and barrel cross with a jungle theme speak easy with a dash of obsession to house plants Service: Very attentive. Attention to details. For example: we love the hot sauce so much. They packed to go small container of it for us. What a nice surprise. We sat at the bar the wiped down the table in between meals clear our plates. Foods: Hamachi crudo Melt in your mouth fatty fish with fresh lemony after taste and crunchy black sesame. The Serrano is too mild. But don't worry ask for the "hot sauce" it is bomb! If you're wondering it's from company called "Fizzeology" it is a fermented chilli sauce (Thanks for sharing Altera) Le cheeseburger Fresh thick cut potato. That just melt in your mouth with crispy lightly crusty batter. My guess is the boiled the potato before frying. Papardelle House (Hand) made pasta. Definitely stick to your rib kind of dish. And your rib will thank you for how good it taste. Seasoned perfectly. Perfect texture, just really good traditional dish. *note to self - add nuts to pasta dish for nice crunch Carrot cake New generation of carrot cake with an updated flavor profile. Mango Lassi? yeap that apparently goes with carrot cake. Who knew. Cocktails: Altera old fashioned Smell so sweet like vanilla cardamom. But it is not a sweet drink Sun Dream Just like the name taste like the sun. The Bee pollen dust on the glass...yeap I licked that. Delicious. Fun Fact: It is same company as The Agra Culture before this, and event kept some of the staffs. I was told that Sunday to Tuesday slow days. In case you want to walk in without RSVP read more

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The food was good they had a wide variety of different things that you could order. I really liked that there were live plants on shelves and by the big windows. Our waitress was nice! I ordered the Dan Dan Noodles and they were really good. read more

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I saw this hot new restaurant pop up on my Instagram feed and immediately told my husband to make a reservation! We visited on a Saturday evening and overall, had a good experience. The atmosphere: Altera was simple to find and street parking was easy. Upon walking in, the atmosphere was darker, romantic, and cozy --- perfect for a date night! The food: We ordered the Pok Pok Chicken Wings to start. Do yourself a favor and ORDER THESE! They are the perfect combination of salty, spicy, and delicious. The marinated cucumbers that come on the side are mouthwatering! The wings were more of an Asian-style chicken wing. Delicious! We also ordered the Altera Cheeseburger cooked pink but it didn't come pink. Not a huge deal. The "Chips" side that came with the burger weren't hot, unfortunately, they were barely warm. They had huge potential to be amazing but they weren't very warm. Finally, we ordered the Dan Dan Noodles, which were good but not hot, which was a bummer. The flavors of the dishes were there, but we wished the "Chips" and pasta were hot, or at least warm. I know they've only been open for about 1 week so I totally understand they're still working through things in the kitchen. I'll definitely be back for the Pok Pok Chicken Wings and to order other menu items hoping the food is hot next time. read more

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This is a neighborhood gem in Highland, St Paul. Decor is fabulous and way beyond most places in Highland. Chic--and needed. We love the Johnny cakes, pizzas, oysters, burgers, steak and pasta dishes. Also offers gluten free for pizza and pasta. The drinks are playful and yummy! Yes, eating out has gotten pricey, but so is a grocery bill these days. We appreciate the staff and their hard work--and for going out of their way to make guests feel special. We love sitting at the bar and chatting up the team. Especially when we know who is working--Altera has an upscale "Cheers" vibe. That's priceless in our disconnected world. Try them out--introduce yourself and sit at the bar and talk. Thanks, Ben and the Altera team, for making our family feel welcome--whether it's date night or family night. We are happy you are here! read more

Visited Altera with a few friends and instantly fell in love with the aesthetic super cute, chic, and thoughtfully designed. The environment was warm and welcoming, perfect for a casual night out or a special dinner. They had a great selection of alcoholic drinks, but I opted for a non-alcoholic frozen sparkling water-style drink that was super refreshing and fun. We were impressed that everything is made from scratch. The spicy gyoza was a standout appetizer crispy on the outside with a flavorful punch of spice on top. For my entrée, I had the Germelli Verde, and you could truly taste the difference in the fresh-made pasta. It was delicious and perfectly balanced. Definitely a place I'd return to great food, friendly vibes, and a menu that feels both elevated and approachable. read more

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Great cocktails, tasty food, swanky atmosphere, kind but overwhelmed service. Enjoyed a rare date night with my husband here recently. We made a reservation and arrived right on time, but it took 10 extra minutes to get seated and another 10-15 to be greeted by a server. We were informed they were running short-staffed - it happens. But the experience seemed painfully slow at some times and rushed at others, which wasn't really the mood we'd hoped for at a somewhat upscale place such as this. The cocktails were delicious and the food was quite good too. The johnnycake stole the show - I'd actually recommend getting this as dessert rather than an appetizer, because it was so filling, I barely had room for the meal. I'll probably come back, but I'm not in a rush to. read more

Fantastic dinner! A group of us girls went to for a birthday dinner and we were not disappointed. The ambience was chic and the service was delightful. Two words- Butternut squash!!!!!! My other favorite dish of the night was the gemelli verde. Full of flavor but light. Fabulous meal! read more

Altera - Burrata and Arancini. - American Near Me - Saint Paul, Minnesota

Beautiful ambience, great service, interesting drinks & delicious brunch menu! Would like to see menu indicate GF options. Nice fruit salad w/ the mushroom omelet. Definitely share the hash browns. The spinach & eggs were served over rice and hot sauce is on the side & was definitely a great flavor boost. read more

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10s ACROSS THE BOARD!! it took us 20 min to agree on what to get bc everything sounded so good! what we NOMd: Hamachi Crudo / Dan Dan Noodles/ Grilled Pork Chop - crudo was alright I'm not a big sashimi fan tho. - the dan dan noodles were SO good - idk what they be doing to their szechuan but they're doin it! it's very light and not super heavy or packed with msg. I was once considered the only asian to not like sushi, now i'm one that doesn't like msg. the flavor was there. - don't get me started on the sweet potato that came with the pork chop... SLUT for any kind of potato. ginger orange vin topped on... it was healthy lol. i thought it was garlic for some reason at first so I was a little offput and felt nostalgic for garlic so i didn't enjoy it as much. the pork chop was really yummy- had a nice subtle lemongrass smokey flavor. made me miss my aunts bbq drinks: cocktail of the moment: i don't remember what all was in it, but my friend liked it he said it was a bit bitter but grew on him - i didn't like it. it had a strong unpleasant aftertase, but I am a fruity and sweet girl. i got the claudel... dangerous. service, etc.: the hosts were so stylish and Debby (or waitress) was a DELIGHT we will be back just for her! the food came out super fast like less than 10 minutes. the chairs were super comfy but the circle 2 person tables are kind of small especially if you're sharing like we were and like to eat a lot like we do (we held back tonight). we split everything and was surprised when it was only $54 between the two of us. we can't wait to come back to try the rest of the menu!! read more

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Beautiful little space with a nice bar and a good brunch menu. Our brunch experience was very enjoyable. All of the dishes that we ordered were delicious. The Eggs Benedict with asparagus and griddled tomato was my favorite. The Altera Cheeseburger was pretty good, definitely a solid cheeseburger. The biggest surprise of our meal was the hash browns. The roasted garlic, chèvre, chives and parsley incorporated into the hash browns put this dish on a higher level. Get the hash browns! One minor point of discontent would be the pricing of some of the items. An example would be the latte. It is quite small and $7 seemed a bit steep for such a small cup. Immediately impressed by the style of this restaurant. Warm, modern, and elegant without over doing it. The service was equally as impressive. This restaurant really knows how to serve a table. read more

Great cheese burger & cool ambience. Friendly fast service, shared a burger and a couple beers. The only disappointment was that the bun was dry, but we did go on a Sunday afternoon ... so maybe it was Friday's buns.... anyway good flavored beef and hot and cripsy fries read more

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Had the chance to try Altera on a Friday night. Parking in this area is tricky. Even though we had a reservation, we were surprised to hear there was a bit of a wait with no other customers at the host desk, and empty tables in the restaurant. We were walked back not too long after to a table near the restrooms. The space and ambiance are nice- its dark, cozy, with lots of plants. Started out with the cucumber fresca shaved ice. This was a very unique attention seeking n/a beverage. The Altera old fashioned was a- okay. For starters, tried the hamachi crudo. Nice fatty pieces of fish. Also had the roasted carrots. These were middle eastern inspiried with a sweet, caramelized, nutty flavor. For mains, had the pok pok wings and the dan dan noodles. The wings were good. Nice crispy skin with a spicy, not-too-sweet sauce. The accompanying cucumber salad was good. The dan dan noodles were a huge disappointment. No sichuan pepper at all. The sauce is lacking. Seems like this restaurant was put together quickly, with a hodgepodge of menu items ranging from Mediterranean inspired to Szechuan fusion. The dishes did not pair very well together. read more

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We went to check out a new restaurant and noticed the wallpaper at the entrance. I think I've been to another place that had similar wallpaper? I asked my friend and she also thought the same. Small restaurant yet intimate setting. Our server explained the item's on the menu and also gave us recommendations. They have a mix fusion of entrees. We ordered hamachi crudo which tasted fresh. I love a good ceasar salad, I noticed Cambodian beef salad, which I thought was interesting. Then ordered pasta - gemelli verde. Comes with shrimp and seasoned with garlic. My friend ordered the Chilean sea bass. read more

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Altera was good! I went with a friend for her birthday. Got the apple manchego salad which was prob my fav and then also the carbonara pasta which was nothing really to write home about. Also got the steak frites which was good, the fries and the sauce they give with the fries so yummy. They were super kind and comped the desert for my friend. All in all, a good meal but wouldn't necessarily go out of my way to go back there again. read more

Altera - steak frites- fries and sauce so good. - American Near Me - Saint Paul, Minnesota

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This new St Paul gem just opened a few months ago but I predict this will be a Twin Cities' staple -at least for me. Altera is perfect for delicious small plates and gabbing with an ambiance and waitstaff to make the experience exceptional. Altera was part of the Mpls/St. Paul restaurant week and their menu slapped to say the least - we did have to order an extra app of the brussel sprouts because they looked too good to pass up. The show stopper for me was the gemelli verde. Though it looks like a bowl of green beans and shrimp, I can assure you it was a mouth-watering lemon, shrimp pasta dish. They had an array of cocktails and wines, but the house white had a surprisingly mind-blowing flavor. Cannot wait to return Drink: House white and red wine Food: Brussel sprouts, gyoza, lamb pappadelle, gemelli verde with shrimp, chocolate espresso cake read more

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Excellent food and service, the staff are kind and offered amazing food suggestions. The restaurant had amazing food and drinks and beautiful ambiance and music. read more

I had never heard of Altera before meeting up with a friend for brunch last Saturday. We made a reservation for 1130 but honestly there were plenty of seats. Once inside it's clear they are following the decor crazy of crazy loud wallpaper, velvet seating and a black/gold filled space. I'm here for it, I think it caters to the 30 year old crowd. Their brunch menu isn't huge but offers something for everyone. Our waitress gave several recommendations and was friendly but eventually disappeared, never to be seen again. For that it's no longer a 5 star option. We went with the Johnny cake, pancakes and split the hash-browns. I would order all of it again, you do get more food with the pancakes (3 vs. 1 with the johhnycake) and the lemon vest really kicked it up a notch. The hash-browns are the perfect size for sharing. For me the service was off. We sat there for about 45 minutes after the food was dropped off before anyone came to check on us. Our water had run out, we didn't get more syrup....it was really unfortunate. Eventually someone else came over and asked if we wanted boxes. They need to work a bit on customer service but the food was good. read more

Truly amazing presentation of food. My drink came on a gold platter. Positively and friendly service. Hand made pasta - great atmosphere as well. read more

They started as a dynamic and ambitious restaurant attempting to bring a top-tier experience to Highland Park at the level of Joan's on the Park or Estelle. They are now slinging pizzas, which they tout as being 50% off--I am shocked they do not have coupons in The Villager. But sadly, they still have prices that indicate a far-better experience than they are currently offering. They do however, have an amazing bar. There are better places in St. Paul at this price point and one can get better food at half the price. read more

Love this new addition to the neighborhood! Hubs and I decided to celebrate a big career win with a stupidly luxurious meal. We started off with a bottle of rose champagne which was great. Below are all the dishes we tried: Oysters: lovely, although I did get a little shell in a couple Hamachi Crudo: delicious, and buttery; definitely will order again Cambodian Beef Salad: not sure what makes it Cambodian but very tasty Carbonara: honestly, this was rather "meh" for me. The pasta itself was good, but the richness you want from a carbonara wasn't coming through for me Pork Chop: delicious, the sweet potato side was also very good Sea Bass: the side of chips is fantastic, but the sea bass itself was overwhelmed with the remoulade and seasoning. Putting this sauce on the side would be a big help, and perhaps going easy on the rub. Chocolate cake: fabulous, I wanted ten of them Service was attentive and even though the restaurant was packed, it didn't feel overly crowded or noisy. Dishes came out at a good pace and by the end I was full and had a really nice buzz going. I'd definitely recommend getting a reservation for weekends and prime evening times. Really excited to have an upper end restaurant in the neighborhood that can still become a regular spot. I'm definitely coming back to try their burger and no question I'm getting two orders of cake. read more

We live nearby and have gone to Altera like 5-6 times. Everytime regardless if it's us with our toddler, a girls night out, or brunch with friends we have a 10/10 experience. The ambiance and decor is so fun The service is top notch- so kind and warm and helpful The drinks are amazing The food is quite good- I love the variety so I can always get what I'm craving Must haves include the butternut squash, any of their drinks, and dan dan noodles. I saw a previous reviewer saw parking is tricky in this area and just had to laugh. You can always easily park like a half block to a block away, so I'm guessing their expectation is a parking lot. It's easy to park nearby. read more

The service was outstanding despite only 2 servers on a Friday night. Great food and ambiance!

Although it's quite spendy, the food was 10x better than I expected it to be, and I already had high hopes. I wish I tried something sweet as well, because I just know it would've been knocked out of the park. The flavors of the omelette were rich and decadent, but simultaneously light and fresh. The hashbrowns had amazing flavor. I would definitely return. read more

Altera - Mushroom Omelette + Altera Hashbrowns - American Near Me - Saint Paul, Minnesota

Overall, a very nice night. The service was great as we had gone after opening night. Really loved the appetizers we got and the dessert! The meals were good but my pasta could have used more sauce and the sausage was a little too crispy/burnt for my liking. The other entree, was their version of fish and chips. It had great mood lighting and was very cozy. Would go back again to try some other items too. read more

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A lovely addition the the neighborhood. The staff were welcoming and kind. The food was delicious, and the drinks were delightful. We had the Marinated Cucumbers and Lil Jon Toast to start. Both exceeded my expectations. We also enjoyed the Altera Burger and the Carbonara pasta. Very cute and intimate dining experience. U look forward to returning to try the desserts. read more

We made reservations for dinner during the week and were seated upon arrival. We had drinks, appetizers, and entrees. This place is so amazing and I had a hard time deciding what to eat. I am a very picky eater. We had the Brussel sprouts and cucumbers for appetizers and they were very flavorful. Our group had the sea bass and shrimp pasta. The sea bass was seasoned well with a touch of heat. The shrimp pasta was to die for. The noodles, which are made in house, are phenomenal. This dish had the right amount of everything with a little bit of heat. We also had a variety of cocktails including the Paloma, Claudel and Martini. I'm so glad we tried this restaurant and will continue to recommend it to others! read more

Obsessed. That's the one word I would use to describe my two visits to Altera. I first visited for brunch on a Saturday and loved it so much that I came back for dinner the next week. First off, the space is so freakin cute. Even though it's in a newer apartment complex, it feels like the coolest spot in the cities. Ok, so the spot is cute, what about the service? Top notch! And then you get to the food. I don't know if you can go wrong with anything on the menu. For brunch I had the Johnny Cake, bacon, the cinnamon roll and a matcha. The matcha was so good, but I will say the cup was a bit small. I could drink about two of what they gave me. The cinnamon roll wasn't an ooey gooey one, but had chai flavor in it. A decent starter to share. Now the real star of the show as the Johnny Cake with jalapeno maple syrup. Mind blowing. Just get it. I have to go back for the stuffed french toast since they were out. But I would maybe have to get the Johnny cake on the side as well haha. For dinner, I had the sea bass. Loved it. I'm not usually a huge seafood person but wanted something lighter. It wasn't fishy at all. Loved the sauce it was paired with. So soft, almost melted in my mouth. My friend and I are already planning when we can go for brunch again. We can't stop thinking about it! A must try for sure! read more

We went for their brunch and were all extremely happy with every item we got. The vibes were also very chic. Our favorite items were the breakfast sandwich, banana stuffed French toast, and hashbrowns. I thought every item was packed with flavors and unique. We will definitely be back for their dinner. You have to get the Hugo spritz! read more

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Love this place in Highland Park! Easy to park (for now) and a great busy vibe like Layline. Brunch was so good. Mushroom omlette was overflowing with them and the hash browns are such a great modern twist: super thin and crispy with feta. No need for ketchup here! We went back for dinner on a Thursday. Although it was easy to get a res early in the day I decided not to make one and we got there at 6:30 and by 7 it was packed! Dishes to recommend: roasted carrots and half chicken--so good! Hamachi was too cold and ... icy. Needed to be room temp. Carbonara was way too spicy! The jalapeños overpowered the whole dish. But we will be back and try other things because the menu is so interesting and the vibe so good!! read more

Four of us shared a wonderful evening at Altera . Ben was a delightful and knowledgeable manager . The food was amazing. The gyozas, and Brussel sprouts were both a hit . One guest had the gemelli verde ~ succulent and delicious. The salmon was silky and flavorful. Another friend had the pappardelle with lamb was quite special ~ especially with a glass of red wine. The wings were plump and moist either a zippy sauce and crunchy cucumber salad to accompany. A fabulous evening for this young restaurant . Beautifully decorated with great ambiance . You won't be disappointed Go enjoy read more