I really want to give this adorable space 4 stars, but the main draw was the super pretty patio and awesome service. We weren't rushed, server was very attentive and welcoming. But the food was mediocre. Burger was very plain; not much flavor and and tasted like it was a premade frozen burger and not made fresh in house. Salad was fresh but pretty basic and small. Drinks were good. We would come back for the patio and great service. And just expect "ok" food. Summer is the time to try it. read more

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Great spot for HH! Love the large patio Wednesdays are yacht rock weds with a live DJ Dogs allowed Great drinks Food is average read more

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We really enjoyed this meal. The farro risotto was my favorite! It was perfectly seasoned, and I'm a sucker for mushrooms! The salmon was moist with a nice crispy top, it too was seasoned great! I wasn't a huge fan of the potato puree. I was worried we might not get in... but there is ALOT of space here, especially if the patio is open. read more

Aster House - American Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

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We sat outside when it was 90 degrees and it was still lovely! the servers did their best to tilt the umbrellas to block the sun as much as possible (without us even asking) and kept our water glasses filled. We enjoyed delicious cocktails (I had the Hug Me Hugo) and wine with our appetizer of Gouda Rolls. My main of the farro mushroom risotto was absolutely amazing, and the other diners were happy with their chickpea burger, steak and fish (but I thought mine was the best, haha). The peach summer salad was a bit underwhelming, but all of the food was good. Would definitely go back. The patio is dog-friendly! read more

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I came here last night for a friend's milestone birthday dinner and I was hoping I would like it, but sadly, I did not. The price is for what they give you is outrageous. I had the cheeseburger and two glasses of wine and with the tax and tip. It was $75 which is definitely not affordable for me. I did order the Cabernet and there's a Cabernet at the top of the menu for $12 so I thought that's what I was ordering but it was $18 a glass. They gave me the most expensive one. The cheeseburger was not anything to write home about it was flavorless overcooked thin patty not juicy at all not very good not worth $75. That's for sure. I guess I'm just really disappointed. I had trouble finding parking and when I did finally park in the ramp I had to walk all over the place to try to get to the front door of the building, which was also frustrating because it was chilly outside. It was eight dollars for parking. I can say, though that our server was very on top of things we had a large group and the server was always right there. His name was Eric. overall I just don't think I will be back. read more

Aster House - My very expensive bill for a cheeseburger and fries and two glasses of wine - American Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

My friends and I regularly come here and every single time we do we always get the spinach artichoke dip! It is seriously some of the best that I have ever had! We also come here and get the sangria picture to split, which is also a great deal. I've come here once during happy hour, and they had great deals. All the servers always have a smile on their face and are very willing to help you. This is definitely a place that you could sit and listen to live music talk or go by yourself. It is also a great place to take your parents. I've been here so many times and I will always be going back. read more

Aster House - Spinach artichoke dip - American Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

Aster house delivers probably the best cuisine in the Twin cities . YES I said that! I've been to Demi, Spoon & stable, BarlaGrassa,Travail etc.this place SUPERSEDES them, no joke.From the most basic things like the wedge salad to the swedish meatballs, this place was incredible! But from what I can tell it comes from the staff. They are so full of pride. The manager MJ was answering the phone with such enthusiasm & prode. I later heard him coaching the kitchen staff in a very elevated & professional way as to "why the dish they had severed was not better presented" all while answering the phone & checking in on multiple areas of the restaurant. The bartender Oliver made some fantastic drinks not one was sub par. The service from everyone was top tier. It's rare to see a restaurant operating on such a high level from every employee & felt they really loved what they do read more

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Not terrible, just mediocre. It fits a pretty specific niche. If you like Applebee's and such places but are looking for something that's not a chain and may have something vaguely more sophisticated seeming and with more character,, this is your place. The space is great. The food is adequate. The servers absolutely are hustling and doing their job. I would give it a 2 1/2 if the app allowed. read more

If only the food was as good as the visual delights of the interior. Swedish meatballs were good. An order of risotto was blown out. We got an unexpected dessert comped and I'm not sure they processed our split check at the end properly. Wish more places would do that. should also mention the self serve parking garage. Parking was a good walk through the facility and the app/payment process was a bit unwieldy, but maybe it was just me. read more

Aster House left me quite ambivalent towards its food, ambiance and service, making this a challenging restaurant for review. Initially stepping into the curtained entrance, Aster House is spacious, moody and beautiful. In the same vein, it's disjointed, cold and sparse. Seated close to the entrance, I remained in my jacket the entire evening due to the chill that permeated the space. The walls are a mix of materials and scattered plants appear misplaced amongst long hanging, golden light fixtures. It felt as if we were back stage at a play, where props are left haphazardly about the floor. The bar, nestled in the back corner, looked stately, but with the dark lighting, it took time for my eyes to adjust enough to make out even the larger details. I will save the food for last and move to the service piece of the evening. Our waiter was kind but impeccably formal, if not overly so. When questioning between two smaller plates to share, they mentioned both being "the best we have" and proceeding to write down our order without reviewing other recommendations. We felt rushed, yet their formality made it feel like we were the ones at fault. After our two small dishes (see below), our waiter came back to take our main entree orders. Similarly, they stated the chicken was superior to the pork chop, although the pork chop was larger in size (agree with portion size, differing opinion on superiority). We then waited, and waited, and waited. About thirty minutes later, one of our dining mates remarked - there is no food coming out of the kitchen?! It was true. Every table was bare, save for cocktails, water, or wine. Shortly after this remark, our waiter came back around. I don't recall their exact words but it started with an apology, mentioning the kitchen being backed up after just having received a large order. They asked if I had ordered the pork chop, right? And then apologized again, offering no time frame for when to expect our delayed dishes. As we looked around, there was no table larger than six, and it didn't appear as the space was brimming with activity. After another twenty minutes, our food arrived, somewhat warm but very tasty. Pork chop: bone in, thick cut with excellent flavor and just the right amount of fat, this was one of the better pork cops I've consumed. Underneath the healthy portion size were salty, vibrant butter beans with small pieces of stewed kale. A rich and hearty dish. Steak: a cut of prime New York strip, this was my favorite bite of the meal, leaving me wishing I had ordered it for myself. Perfectly cooked and seasoned, with decadent butter pooling on top, this was executed to perfection, and at a very reasonable price. Chicken: certainly the smallest portion size, this little bird came to our table a bit dry and a bit cold. I didn't find the skin to be crispy and the cabbage and dijon cream accompaniment were lacking flavor and vibrance. Skip. Aforementioned smaller plates: Wild Rice Fritters boasted a light and crispy exterior with piping hot, creamy wild rice to fill their center, almost like fried wild rice soup. The Chicken Liver Toast left much to be desired. A sad piece of floppy bread was spread thin with watered down, flavorless chicken liver. The sliced onions were the only redeeming quality. I would say a definite miss. I write this review not to dissuade you from trying Aster House, because I think their main entrees are worthwhile, and if you like a dark atmosphere, it may be for you. I just wish they had been upfront with why our meal took over an hour after ordering. I also believe the chicken entree and chicken liver toast were genuinely poorly executed. Go for the steak and pork chop, and bring an extra layer! read more

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Location can't be beat. We had a dog as part of our party so we had to sit on the patio, which was brand new and well shaded considering the heat. Service was great and helpful, very accommodating. The food was a nice selection for the summertime, the Steak Frites absolutely hit the spot and the wine selection perfectly complemented the food. Cocktails were great as well, I had the Tiki Tingler which was a really interesting take on a tropical cocktail. The inside looked beautiful, can't wait to go back and check out the interior seating. read more

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I can only base this initial experience on ambiance and drinks. 10/10. The lighting and exposed brick, and wood are an absolute dream. I immediately was blown away. It was so warm and inviting. The fresh snow, and beautiful Christmas music helped. Sat at the bar , and ordered the Oaxacan Old Fashioned. It was amazing!! Two different bartenders made them, and they both tasted fantastic (thanks Jonathan). Me and my guest ordered the Gouda rolls, and they were delightful. Can't wait to go back and have a full dining experience. Looove this place! read more

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The service at Aster House was something that most definitely stood out. I was impressed by the waiter that we had and there was another waiter that floated to ensure tables were cleared and waters were filled. The moody ambiance was fun for a Friday night dinner, as well as the amazing food and drinks. read more

The service and ambiance were great. Other than the fries (yum), the food was not great. I had the summer salad with steak (ordered medium, received well done; so tough and chewy it kept getting stuck in my teeth), which was not worth $20 let alone $40! My friend's oyster mushroom chickpea burger was mushy and short on mushrooms. Go there for a drink and fries, not a full meal, unless you have money to throw away and don't care how the food tastes. read more

Service was five star. Thank you Meryl for making our evening wonderful. You were attentive, prompt and genuinely kind. We give the entire experience a five star. There for an intimate musical event with Michael Shynes and DGS. perfect venue with the exception of the table nest to us that had zero venue etiquette. Read the venue people! Can't blame the location, or staff for their choices! Maybe small reminders as guests arrive of expectations? Food was great! read more

Second time at Astor House. First time was for cocktails on the patio and second time was for dinner on the patio. I love the food, ambience drinks, and service. There was music on the patio. It was festive and fun and not too loud. Shout out to Annika for being a great server last night. read more

Super cute spot! I went here on a perfect patio day and wanted to be outside - but the cuteness inside made it easier to sit inside! Definitely feels like a spot that you need to cozy up with an old-fashioned in the winter time. Tasty food and great cocktails - there's a stage for live music and an upper mezzanine level with tables. No outdoor patio seating and parking is paid on the street. read more

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We ate here for the first time tonight and our food was beautifully prepared and presented! The atmosphere is old world charm with stone walls, soft lighting and lovely mood music. Still to come is a speak easy in the basement and a live music venue in the restaurant. We will be back! read more

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Sat on the patio for drinks and an appetizer. We had the Lazy Susan and multiple cocktails and all were phenomenal. The service was even better. Everyone on the staff was friendly and inviting and added a ton to the experience. read more

Great ambiance. Had some apps - Lazy Susan, and Burrata - both excellent. North Woods Negroni is delicious. Very cool historic building and great outdoor areas - but too cold when we were there to be outside. Attentive service. read more

Great service from start to finish. The food was excellent !-- unique sophistication ambience.

LOOOVED THE VIBES! So romantic and cozy! Great drinks and food too! The service was super quick and attentive

If you are a sucker for early 20th century buildings turn modern day hang out. Don't walk... run! Because this might just be one of my favorite new restaurants in the Twin Cities. We came on a snow emergency day hence the lack of people but that didn't stop us from receiving top notch fast service and experiencing great vibes. All the food was incredible. The Gouda rolls are so warm and cheesy you don't even need the butter 10/10. The steak was a perfect medium and I loved not only the presentation but also the taste of the sour cream potato's. I wanted to keep eating it. 10/10. Dessert we shared two, the flourless chocolate cake and the banana toffee pudding. These were equally tasty I can't even say which one was better. I will be back next time to enjoy the bar which is absolutely stunning! A+ all around here. read more

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Went for Valentines Day. Hard to see the photo - that's four empty glasses and two dirty plates. Service was atrocious. Food was like a nice wedding reception/catering menu. I asked if I could get my tenderloin medium well, and server said the chef pre made everything. For $100 a person, I couldn't even get my beef prepared to order. They didn't have a large enough coat check so they couldn't take our jackets. The front lobby was missing a rug so all of the snow was all over. So many better options in the vicinity. If you're trying to impress, just try something else. Decor was cool, but that's about it. read more

Aster House - Empty glasses and plates sitting on our table for 10+ minutes; service is poor. - American Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

Great service! Our waiter Evan was so sweet and so cute, our friend Molly (who got there first and chit chatted with him) wanted to leave her number but didn't have a pen! Evan, if you're reading this, hit me up, I'll connect you! read more

Location and ambiance are both ten out of ten. Great vibe and beautiful exterior views. We walked from downtown across the river and it was perfect. The food is just okay. Nothing impressed us that much other than their pomme frites - those were amazing. The chicken thighs were tasty but nothing special. The cabbage salad that came with the chicken was bland. My wife had the trout and it was rather dull as well. Overall service was excellent. We'd probably go back if for some reason we were nearby but wouldn't make a special trip to do so. read more

We've given the Aster House two tries now, but alas, I am afraid we won't be returning. It's too bad, because the service is attentive and the historical ambience of the building feels tailor-made for a special occasion. The food, however, is very disappointing. This time we tried the charcuterie board, which was a carelessly plated hodge-podge of cheese cubes, bland sausage and crackers, and supposedly pickled vegetables that included what looked and tasted like store-bought mini carrots doused in vinegar. As for the entrees, all the meat dishes were overdone, including a pork tenderloin cooked to dryness and accompanied by mustard greens that were sloppy to the point of inedible. An earlier reviewer compared the food to what you might receive at a wedding reception. That's a good description of what it felt like to us, except that I have had some better wedding-reception meals. On a final note, the credit card surcharge on the bill is tacky. I know some restaurants do this instead of building the fee in, but very few places claiming to be higher-end restaurants do. Sadly, it fits the larger sense that this restaurant, despite its potential, isn't ready for prime time. read more

Good atmosphere, good service, awesome burger and starters. Maine are pretty good and drinks are generous and well made. Worth a visit. read more

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Thank * you * Aster House. Do you know how long it's been since my husband and I went out to dinner and experienced a meal (and atmosphere) that was better than what we can make @ home? It's been years, as cooking is a passion of mine and restaurant food quality is diminishing. We had all but stopped going out because it has been a perpetual letdown. A client told me how special this new restaurant "Aster House" is so we thought we'd get dressed up and give it a go. From the gorgeous dinnerware (we shamelessly oohed and aahed over the little pink plates for sharing food) to the belly warming house old fashioned, the wild caught trout to the toffee dessert, this* place *is exceptional. I can tell the owners put a lot of effort into every little detail! I selfishly love that it's not too busy of a restaurant yet. We got a seat right away on a Saturday evening. We thought about eating inside because it was such a unique vibe, but we opted for the patio being that perfect weather in Mn must be enjoyed. We will be back to experience the interior restaurant this fall! Thank you Aster House! read more

We arrived for our reservation, and were seated quickly. The interior is beautiful and unique. There was a delay in a server coming to our table (the only reason I'm not giving 5 stars). Once the server realized the delay, everything came quickly. The food was delicious. Highly recommend the banana toffee pudding for dessert! read more

I love this new restaurant! the food was delicious, the great wine menu was great and the ambiance is great for a date night. we will be back! read more

The food is beautiful and there are many gluten free options. The atmosphere is amazing! I always sit at the bar, but the dining room looked enchanting, as well. Great service and style!! read more

honestly not that great. just an average spot but for the price it's not worth it in my opinion. was looking forward to the bread and it really disappointed unfortunately. the rice balls were good probably the highlight of the meal. the chicken and steak were just average. nothing i would need to come back for. read more