We went here for the first time as an early New Year's Eve dinner. It's very cozy inside with exposed brick and dimmed dinner lighting. We had a reservation, arrived a few minutes early, and were seated immediately. We got a nice table near the windows where we could enjoy the sparkling lights. I chose the butternut squash ravioli as my entree. We started with the Parmesan shrimp as our app. Warm bread was delivered to our table as well after we were asked if we were interested in getting some. Everything was delicious. The shrimp was nice and hot with a perfect coating of parm keeping it light and tasty. Ravioli had a nice topping which created a good contrast of textures. It came in two sizes and the smaller portion was more than enough for me. We finished our meal with a shared crème brûlée. Creamy custard and a crispy top was a perfect end to the meal. Service was excellent. We were well taken care of and never felt rushed despite it being a very busy night. Great stop. read more

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Beautiful outdoor patio and friendly staff. The Margherita pizza was one note and the cacio e pepe was also lacking in flavor where I would not get it again. However, I would recommend the ahi tuna crisps and the creme brûlée is amazing. Overall had a pleasant experience and love the location. read more

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Similar menu to ciao Bella but with a few twists on the menu. Relaxed environment, at least at lunch time when I've visited.

I live in the area but had never been before but came this week for dinner and was impressed! The interior is so pretty and I love the stone detailing through the center of the restaurant. It is Italian food and I got the saffron risotto which was delicious! They were able to make it without the cheese which was great too. The server was attentive and our food came out quickly as well. Difficult to find parking though so plan accordingly because it gets busy! read more

Bacio - Italian Near Me - Minnetonka, Minnesota

Busy parking lot with Marshalls right next door but there are plenty of spots. Great energy and vibe as soon as you walk in the door. Fancy casual feel and is family friendly. Our server Dave was definitely a highlight of the night. He was very knowledgeable of the menu and was very attentive and friendly. Great service just adds so much to the entire experience. Order: Started with the bread service. There is nothing better then warm fresh bread and whipped butter. Brasiliana salad with lemon vinaigrette. Great crunch from the crisp cold lettuce. Hearts of palm, fresh tomato and shaved white onion added great complimentary flavor. But the surprise taste was from the thinly sliced celery..just enough to be interesting but not enough to be overpowering. Make sure to add fresh cracked pepper and parmesan cheese. What I really appreciated was that they pre split the salad into two separate portions for our table of two. Asparagus ravioli. Visually was a stunning dish. The homemade pasta had great texture and the right amount of chew. The filling was the essence and celebration of asparagus. Little crispy bits of pancetta on top added the crunchy texture. Chicken piccata with homemade angel hair pasta. This is a destination dish. The bright buttery lemon sauce with capers compliments the fresh pasta perfectly. The chicken was crispy, flavorful and juicy. I could eat this dish every day and never be disappointed. Cherry apricot crostata with vanilla gelato. Perfect dessert to end the meal. What is a CROSTATA you're asking? It's a fancy way of saying if a pie and tart had a baby. It was flakey on the outside and soft and chewy on the inside. The filling was perfectly balanced with the tart cherries and sweet apricots. The vanilla gelato added the creamy element and created the perfect sauce as it melted from the warm crostata. Overall: Great atmosphere, great service and great food. read more

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March 8,2025 It's been a while since moving out of the area. Saturdays brunch is still buzzing with patrons, we're at the bar ( no surprise). Salmon crisps even more yummy than the last 5 , 6 times read more

Bacio - Wild mushroom ravioli - Italian Near Me - Minnetonka, Minnesota

This place is OUTSTANDING! From their happy hour to their regular menu you can't miss. We enjoyed the ahi tuna crisps, Margherita pizza, shrimp toasts, braised meatballs, honey buffalo chicken tenders and grilled turkey burger with fries. All incredibly good, nice portions for a group and reasonably priced - seriously can't be beat! Fun cocktails including mocktails and a nice ambiance. Hated I forgot pictures! Just go here! read more

Bacio has been around a long time and makes really nice Italian food, provides great service that makes you feel special, and has great ambiance. Prices are pretty modest for the level of quality you get, which makes it a great value for a special night. And it is a more unique place that you don't get as much out in the suburbs. It can be pretty busy, so I would recommend reservations. Three of us went there for dinner recently and had a great experience. The food is fresh and tasty, with great ingredients and attention to attractive plating as you can see from the attached pics. Great for a romantic date night (but if you're old like me, the menu may be hard to read in the dim light! ;)). They also have a great happy hour, but again the bar fills up quickly! read more

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Met my friend here for dinner couple weeks ago and it was my first time here. It's a beautiful place with great service. Food is good but nothing to rave about. Our server was great but I can't remember her name. As soon as we were seated a basket of bread with butter was brought over to us. The bread was really soft and perfect with the butter. We decided to skip apps since we wanted to save room for dessert. My friend ordered the Wild Mushroom Ravioli and I got the Braised Short Rib Papardelle. The Ravioli was delicious stuffed with mushrooms and had sherry, goat cheese, tomato, cream, evoo and arugula. I thought the Goat cheese was going to over power all the other amazing flavors but it was very well balanced. It was a very delicious dish and my friend loved it. My Papardelle was too al dente for my liking and my friend agreed with me. Our server took my dish back and brought a new one for me. It was way better the second time but felt like the Papardelle could have used another 30 seconds or so. The flavors were very good with sherry, cream, mushrooms & herb gastrique. The Short Rib was so tender it just melts in your mouth. We opted for two desserts the cherry-apricot crostada & the Budino. The crostada had a well balanced sourness and sweetness to it. It was a perfect ending to the dinner. The Budino was a molten chocolate cake with vanilla Gelato and chocolate sauce. The cake was so moist and delicious and very chocolaty. Perfect if you are wanting some rich chocolate cake after dinner. All in all it was a good experience. read more

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It is literally an undiscovered treasure. The Pizza is much better than any of the large chains. It is possible to feel the love with which they make their dough and sauce. A must-try in the area! read more

Charming, Italian-style restaurant in Minnetonka. Bacio has a wide variety of food and drink options, something for everyone. The happy hour is fantastic. Service is great. Prices very reasonable. In summer, there is a nice patio (view of parking lot, but they do a nice job hiding this with plants). Extra star given because of Bacio's mission-driven approach- they often donate amazing packages to MSP based foundations to help raise money for important causes, thanks Bacio! read more

Had dinner at Bacio with my office mates, and it was a great choice! The restaurant has a beautiful atmosphere--elegant yet comfortable, making it well-suited for our group. I had the salmon, which was excellent, cooked perfectly with great flavor. My colleagues also enjoyed their meals and had good things to say about the food. Overall, a solid dining experience with good food and a lovely setting. I'd definitely come back to try more dishes! read more

I have never been here before and a friend invited me to brunch before doing some shopping. The location has ample parking, and as you approach, you find yourself by a beautiful patio that is well decorated and gives the feel of being in a quiet Vinyard. The inside was absolutely beautiful, with lots of arches and brickwork. We were greeted right away by a very kind staff member and taken to our seats. Our server was Tania who was absolutely amazing. She provided prompt service while keeping the mood light and fun. There was lots of laughter and fun providing us with a delightful dining experience. We ordered a bunch, and it was packed with flavors. The eggs were cooked to perfection and the potatoes were perfectly cooked and not soggy or dry. The wine list was fantastic, and the mimosas were ice cold, unlike some locations where it's lukewarm and tastes like watered-down oranges. I hope to make another trip there soon to try the rest of the food. Thank you Tania for the amazing experience! read more

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We stopped in here after visiting the mall. I was amazed by the beautiful decor and we received pretty good service. Tortiglioni Rossa and the beignets were my favorite! There is a large spacious parking lot that is in front of the restaurant yet detached from the overall mall parking lot so it isn't overwhelming. read more

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Food and service is always exceptional! Happy hour menu is great, plenty of seating in the bar area! The main part of the restaurant is very nice and feels fancy. I come here for brunch and HH quite a bit. You can't beat their brunch menu. The breakfast burrito is amazing! The happy hour menu, you won't find anything like it and the prices are hard to beat!! read more

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Went for happy hour and was pleasantly surprised. We had the HH margaritas and cosmopolitans. For food had a pepperoni pizza and cacio de Pepe. Pasta was perhaps a little too el dente. Prices were very reasonable and appreciated. Parking lot full but no problem finding a spot Will be back. read more

We went to Bacio for my daughter's birthday. Service was excellent. The bread they bring out before the meal was the best toasted bread I have her had. I could eat endless bread because it was toasted to perfection. Don't be afraid to ask for seconds. I had the Chicken Piccata and it was so delicious I can't wait to go back. It was even better than some lemon Italian dishes we had in Italy last year. Everyone in the group loved their food. We had the beef tip appetizer which was delicious and full of flavor. They have a great wine list and I had a delicious high end red wine. Worth every dollar. We will be back shortly. read more

As a restaurant, Bacío has been a staple in the western suburbs of Minneapolis. The food is decently portioned, the staff is incredibly friendly, and the ambiance is loud, energetic, and jubilant. Our three courses arrived quickly, but some of our food was cold. Overall, the restaurant was decent, but what made it best was the staff and their warmth! read more

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Our food was so good. Had shrimp appetizer, bleu cheese and bacon salad, flat bread pizza. Our server was attentive and the ambience was nice. Definitely will return. read more

Pro: Beautiful brick interior Delicious appetizers - loved the bacon wrapped scallops and apple salad! So tasty! Friendly, knowledgeable staff Encrusted walleye was spiced and cooked well, perfectly crispy Loved the warm homemade bread with butter Cons: Linguine Di Mare was over sauced and did not have enough seafood. Pro tip: Try a meal with a bunch of appetizers. They are the stars of the menu! read more

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This place is fantastic! The chefs know what they are doing! I strongly recommend the Braised Short Rib Pappardelle! It's very flavorful! The ribs literally melt in your mouth! Spaghetti and meatballs are super good! Huge meatballs! Lemonade is fresh squeezed and tasty! We will definitely come back again! read more

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Went in for lunch. Nice atmosphere and decor. Both the food and the service were great! I would recommend it and will definitely go back.

Bacio offers a surprisingly diverse and delicious menu with something for everyone. Each dish was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. The service was fantastic, the patio and interior is intimate, and the convenient parking made the experience even better. Highly recommend for a great dining experience! We will be bringing out of town guests to this spot! read more

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First time we went to an italian restaurant and they did not include bread . It was a 33.00 price for chicken marsala They had a limited weekend menu eggs, salads, sandwiches, soup and no pasta. We were really looking forward to a hot italian dish. We decided to leave since it was taking a while for our waitress to return after we had a chance to look at the menu. We met another employee who said that we can order off of the main menu. For the price the serving looked rather small. I detected two pieces of bone and left them on the spare plate that I guess was meant for bread. I mentioned it to the gal that picked up the dirty dishes. Since the menu did not mention anything that was included and the waitress did not seem to notice we had no bread. My husband left a good tip, a separate one for the waitress and another one on the actual bill. read more

Business Meal [Minnetonka MN] Our Party of 7 dined here on a weekday and for a Monday evening the restaurant was packed. They have a dining room and patio seating. We walked in and immediately what strikes me was the beautiful, castle-like high-ceiling open interior. We had made an early reservation so we were seated immediately. I ordered the Porcini Crusted Dry Aged Ribeye garnished with white cheddar mashed potatoes, herb butter, mushrooms, and grilled asparagus. The porcini mushroom rub created a deep flavorful coating for the steak and I enjoyed all 12-oz of it. LoL! With our complimentary freshly-baked bread w/ butter we also ordered the following: APPETIZERS: Bruschetta Sausage Stuffed Mushrooms ENTRÉES: Grilled Pork Chop Hangar Steak Chicken Under a Brick DESSERT: Creme Brûlée Our server was great and attentive...my lemonade glass was never empty. This restaurant came highly recommended and I'm glad I had a chance to try and experience. Review #3113 read more

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This was a lovely restaurant! We stopped by for lunch one day and ordered a spicy pepperoni flatbread, smoked turkey sandwich, and bacon wrapped scallop lollipops. We weren't a fan of the scallop flavor but did enjoy the other items. The flatbread was fresh and well topped with pepperoni. The turkey sandwich was more on the sweeter side but I loved the whipped cheese and apricot chutney. The ranch here is also one of the best I've ever tried. Very flavorful and pairs well with the fries. The service was great. The server was very attentive and had a great suggestions. The ambiance is beautiful. Lots of space, natural sunlight, and art. We came during lunch so no reservation was needed but as we were leaving it definitely started to fill up and seemed like a reservation would be great for dinner. read more

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Hadn't been here in a couple of years so stopped by on a Friday night for an adult dinner with some friends. It was pretty busy and very few tables available. It was lively. It has that old school charm without being pretentious. Nice vibe. We were seated right away (we had a reservation) and got our waters almost immediately. While she was pouring our waters, the server came over to get our drink orders. We ordered a couple of cocktails. The manhattan was good that I had. For starters, we ordered the Parmesan crusted shrimp and the calamari. The shrimp were good with a nib=ce crust and came with an aioli and cocktail sauce. The aioli was very good to dip the shrimp in. The calamari was also decent although the rings smelled a little fishy and not as crispy as I have had before. The shrimp was definitely the winner here. For entrees, we got the crusted sea bass, the short rib and the pasta. All were very good but their Peso Crusted Sea Bass is really very good. Some of the best in the city. The short rib was also good and very tender. It was fatty which the server warned me about before I ordered and wanted to make sure I was ok with it. I was. Overall a good meal and a nice dinner out. Need to go back there in less time than last time. Will be visiting here again. read more

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My friend and I had a happy hour out on the patio recently at Bacio. We each had a small pasta dish and shared our salads with each other. It was such a lovely night and the food was absolutely delicious! I actually flagged down the manager after using the restroom to tell him how overjoyed I was that he had scent free soap in the bathroom and no pumped in fragrance. As someone with sensitivities to fragrance, I always carry my own hand soap, and sometimes must use a mask to avoid gagging on the air freshener in the rest room. It was such a clean, fragrance free experience! I'll definitely be back! read more

Delicious food! Service is usually very good and atmosphere is not noisy! Outside dining is lovely in warmer months!

OK, so this was our first time at the restaurant. I have always been in the area, because I work in the area, And the parking lot is always full. t was my boyfriend's birthday and I thought how about I take him there and celebrate. Long story short, I ordered the lamb chops. He ordered the ribeye both at medium. Server brought us our food, by the way server was amazing and kind. Me and my boyfriend started talking some and then finally got into our entrees. Immediately noticed that both the ribeye and lamb chops were way over cooked. Well done. Nothing close to medium. We both didn't want to complain, so we tried to enjoy our meals. It was just so tough and chewy. I had to say something. I finally said to my boyfriend it is your birthday. I want it to be an enjoyable, memorable experience and time and we are spending a lot of money for something that we can't even eat. Mind you, my boyfriend never goes out to eat in expensive fancy restaurants so I wanted it to be a good experience for him. I said something to our server he took our plates back and ordered new ones to come out. A manager did come to the table and apologize and said that they're working on getting new ones out and we appreciate that. I mean it means a lot to have a manager come over apologize and make things right. I'm gonna say the weight was probably a good 10 minutes and then our new plates came out. They looked wonderful. The manager brought it out and said I'll give you guys a minute or two to cut into it and then I'll come back and check. So we did we both cut into the meat and this time way undercook to the point where it was rare. Both my boyfriend and I at this point were just really disappointed. We had already been in the restaurant I would say at least 40 minutes by now. Still no entrees to enjoy. Our server did come back and this time we were just very blatantly honest. We both said they were way undercooked this time. I also asked the server from your opinion looking them, what would you say they're cooked at? His exact words, they're rare. He offered to take them back and have it cooked another plate, but we just told him don't even worry about it. We had to go. 2 hours later, no entrees that we wanted to eat and we had to go bc we had other plans. The manager made his way around, asked and we told him the same thing and I asked him for his opinion on the meats and he replied they're rare. He offered to take it back and have another plate come out however we turned that down and we just said don't worry about it. Our server did bring out a dessert and celebration for my boyfriend's birthday. Our overall experience was truly disappointing, upsetting, and a total failure. As a first time customer, it was a let down. We both said first and last. Normally, we the restaurant messes up, they do offer new plates, however after two times and still no satisfaction, the manager should have compensated the entrees. We don't even touch the entrees. It was truly sad paying for food we didn't even care to eat because they overcooked it the first time and then way undercooked it the second time. I ended spending $200 that night for upsetting entrees. The service was superb. The drinks and apps were great. No problem there. The entrees were just fuck ups and that should have been taken care of by the manager and not having us pay for it. I've worked in the restaurant industry my whole entire life. I know how the pressure is when you have a busy restaurant you're trying to cook make sure everything is all right and then have to deal with customers. Keep them happy and satisfied. I've also been a manager where I know that if my staff my kitchen makes a fuck up, I'm going to do everything in my power to compensate and make those customers truly satisfied and come back. Like in all honesty, I could've took my $200 probably went to eat pizza, McDonald's or a cheaper restaurant and got better food that was cooked right. Someone please make it right. Make it make sense why you would make a customer pay for food they didn't even touch and enjoy it?? So very disappointed... read more

Need to be clear that Happy Hour menu is only limited to at the bar. This information was no where on the website. Had we known that we likely would have made a later reservation or maybe not come at all. Not a hard thing to be transparent about the need to sit at the bar. In addition to the frustration over Happy Hour, my wife ended up getting a stomach ache from the food despite explaining in detail all of her food allergens before ordering a meal we were told didn't include any of them and so would be safe to eat. We feel badly about giving a poor review because the food was very good and the waitress was so nice and we know she tried to be helpful. But between the disappointment over the Happy Hour menu and the stomach ache it was not a great way to celebrate my wife's birthday. read more

Brunch on Sunday was wonderful. Beignets were just the right amount of crisps. The omelet was fluffy, and stuffed to the brim; it reminded me of Lincoln Del's omelets. Try the blood orange mimosa - very good, Lovely ambiance and decor. Very attentive wait team. read more

Sarah is absolutely the best server I've ever had. I wasn't completely sold on this place until this experience. We arrived on a Wednesday night around 7 and the place was just PACKED. We did have a reservation but we were running a little late, but were seated promptly. A wonderfully lively place and filled with happiness. Sarah greeted us and was so positive, knowledgeable and kind. She had the sharpest memory to relay all of our orders, and we were especially shocked at how timely our drink order came out -- especially with a completely full restaurant. The booths are so cozy and the lighting is dim and perfect. The atmosphere truly feels like you're on vacation. I ordered the white sangria and had to get a second it was so good and sip-able. We also got the ciao baby salad to split - so light and tasty. The freshest greens and delectable presentation with goat cheese and pine nuts. It took quite the deciding to figure out what to get for my main dish, as literally everything sounded good. Next I got the braised short rib pappardelle. Breathtakingly perfect. Amazing flavor and a perfect portion (I got the small). We finished with the creme brulee and tiramisu, to celebrate a birthday. Both were so fricken good. I would repeat this entire meal over and over again. It was one of those feel-good-happy-content type of nights. The prices also seemed reasonable, especially compared to other nearby dining experiences that are wayyy too spendy. I can't wait to stop in again soon and spread the word about this fantastic spot. read more

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First time coming here went to celebrate my nieces 21st birthday. Started out with a Happy Hour drink at the bar, nice prices on HH. Very outgoing and friendly bartender, she climbed up high for a fancy glass for my nieces first legit drink. We were a party of 9, were seated promptly at our reservation time and I must say our waiter was the most informative and attentive waiter I think I have ever had. His name was Jeff A. We started with very delicious, light and crispy Parmesan crusted shrimp ( I could hav eaten this as my meal, sooooooooo good) and brussel sprouts which were good but like any other place that serves fried brussel sprouts. Jeff brought 2 big bread baskets with warm crusty melt in your mouth bread! Thank you, then he brought 2 more.....HEAVEN! I have labeled all the dishes with their picture. I had the chicken parmesan as I saw someone at the bar eating it and it looked so good. It was good but not amazing and for a price tag of $32.95 I would not have ordered it. My fiancé got the Beef short ribs with mashed potatoes and a vegetable which was their special of the night for $38.95, he wished he would have gotten the braised short rib with pasta instead for $28.95. Their food is good, atmosphere - very nice, great employees but I don't think it's worth their high prices sadly. My son in law got Prime rib for $52.95 and thought it was just ok, my thoughts it should be fabulous for that price. My daughter loved her mushroom ravioli and the birthday girl liked her chicken fettuccini and they were very nice and brought her a free dessert item. This place is a ways away from us so I don't know if we will be back. read more

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Best brunch dish I have had I think ever! Spicy breakfast risotto. Wonderfully balanced, not too spicy, poached eggs cooked perfectly. YUM! The crab cake Benedict and cappuccinos were also very good. Greeted with a smile, the restaurant is lovely and bright. Service was attentive and friendly. Nice patio too. Great place for brunch or a special occasion meal. 10 out of 10, recommend. read more

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My favorites: Parm crusted shrimp Walleye Milanese Budino Lots of great employees Great interior design read more

Always good service, good food...noisy but mostly coming from the bar. Sit at the opposite end of the restaurant.

Wow, best dinner out in Minnetonka /Mpls in a long time. I believe our server Sarah might just possibly be the best server I have EVER had! She really made our night. She was that server that is perfect when you want her and not over the top. Her support staff was also attentive with refilling water and removing dishes... nicely working as a team. My martini was A+, bread and butter warm and nummy, salad, chicken Marsala, desert all fantastic. This place was packed on a Wednesday night at 7pm and I can see why. They are providing great service, wonderful food at a good price point. Wait? Did I just write such a positive review? Yes, go here. read more

Bacio - Beignets yum, gelato a bit of a disappointment. - Italian Near Me - Minnetonka, Minnesota

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We had a wonderful lunch today. The meal started with the Ahi Tuna Crisp and it was excellent. My only wish was for 6 pieces instead of 5 - easier when sharing. Then we had the Coconut Seafood Risotto and it was also excellent. Nice chunks of seafood in a swirl of flavors. Finishing the meal we shared a Budino (chocolate lava cake) and it had the right amount of oozing chocolate. Our server, Stephanie E., provided great service - thanks for gushing about the risotto. Make reservations as this restaurant gets busy. read more

Bacio - Coconut Seafood Risotto - Italian Near Me - Minnetonka, Minnesota

Great Service and great food! We love this place! We come often! Always full of happy customers The apple manchego salad, Parmesan Shrimp and mushroom flatbread was amazingly delicious! The ambience is perfect and a do over - again and again! Service always top notch too! We had a very nice friendly female server! A++ read more