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Ala cart Red Sea bream and bluefin tuna (sushi by baaska)
Mariah L.

Service was great. Quick and water was always filled. We were always attended to without being overly overbearing. Sushi by baaska - wowowowowoowowowow is all I can say. I can't rave about him enough. He ruined other sushi for me. Cannot wait to see him again. If you ever get a chance to eat from this chef, do so. And if you only can get 1-2 dishes, get the 7 piece nigiri and the crispy rice tuna OR the Waygu. Ammmaaaazzzing night. Love how the place is small, super cute date night.

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Micah L.

I heard of this spot from another restaurant i was at and didnt realize it was down the street from me. I decided to go, walked in and just sat at the bar. Good looking bar area, small intimate setting. Great service, they asked how the food was and seemed very genuine about it. I got some wings and then a chicken dish with rice. The wings were a little too salty for me, but the other dish was amazing. Food came out right when it was ready, very hot temp wise which I love. It is a wine bar but I didnt actually have any. Maybe next time, and there will be a next time.

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Maria L.

Bar Brava does a fantastic job selecting fun and unique wines for their guests. The servers are great at answering questions and helping you pick a drink that you'll enjoy, and it will probably be like nothing you've ever had before. In addition to their wine program, Bar Brava does an excellent job bringing in local chefs for residencies. We loved when Khue's Kitchen was there, and are thrilled that they have their own brick and mortar location now. The current resident, Sushi by Baaska, is also wonderful! Their sushi is beautifully prepared, and they have some excellent non-sushi dishes, like the Crispy Rice Tuna and Chef E's Uni Pasta, that highlighted the savory umami features of seafood. The price point is a bit higher than previous residents, but the quality of the sushi is worth it in my opinion.

We LOVED the wine selections
Emily A.

Visited 12/30/25. Get your wallet ready for this place because you're going to spend slightly more, but honestly, the food and wine selections were worth it and if you are into sharing you can still leave really full and under $100 per person. Current residency is with sushi by Baaska and it was delightful. We made a reservation about a month and a half in advance and they accommodated us being about 10 minutes late due to the weather, which we appreciated. Street parking was available and easy for us to find but I don't know if that was due to bad weather outside or not. The place itself is really cool and we loved the variety in wine selections. The wine is definitely steeper but dang the sparkling one I got (Jean Baptiste Pinot Noir) was one of the best wines I've had in a while. It paired well with the fish too. By far my favorite thing of the night was the crispy rice tuna appetizer. It was so good that both my sister and I were talking about how we wish we had gotten two orders of it. For rolls we got the just bluefin tuna roll, the bar brava roll, and the veggie roll. I don't know if I could pick a favorite out of these because they each had their own flavor and were delightful. For more of a crunch/savory type flavor, the bar brava roll did the trick, for tuna lovers who love buttery fatty tuna the just bluefin roll was awesome, and the veggie roll was super fresh and we've loved the green sauce on top. With my typical budget would definitely be a bit more of a special occasion type place, but I would definitely recommend it to others while this residency is here!

Michaela S.

Excellent service, such a cute place. If you're a wine lover and small plates lover, this is the place. Local chefs are on rotation and it's such a lovely date night spot. Highly recommend as wines change constantly and staff are extremely knowledgeable. Yes, it's pricey, but the vibes are worth it. Love it, can't wait to come back.

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Chloe A.

Bar Brava is such a fun spot for natural wine lovers. The selection is always interesting and full of small producers you don't see everywhere. Joao Pato and Domaine du Possible were a couple of standouts on my visit. The staff really know their wines and make great recommendations, which makes the experience even better. The vibe is relaxed but energetic, perfect for a casual night out or a drink before dinner. Definitely one of the best natural wine bars in Minneapolis.

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Joanna M.

I'm not an organic-only girly, but in the case of wine at Bar Brava, it makes a huge difference. Initially reserving with the intent of eating, that plan was thrown out the window by Vinai. So instead, my partner and I opted to sit at the bar, beautifully adorned with shelves of bottles with a white tile backdrop. The service is warm and personable. The vibes are immaculate. The orange wine is the best I've tasted; the whites and sparkling are just as good. There's a good mix of fragrant, funky, and umami wines to cater to every palette, but don't expect your standard Costco wine. If Bar Brava wine was what all wine tasted like, we would all be in big trouble. And the food is so affordable. It always feels great when you don't have to pay $20 for bar tapas. In our case, we only got nachos but we still wouldn't be breaking bank ordering other food. So what are you still doing reading this review? Stop reading and go.

Cheeseboard for two
Katie O.

An awesome birthday dinner at the hidden gem - Bar Brava. Nestled outside of the city, this spot has a small menu of incredible small plates. We tried a few of them- including the avocado tostada, the taquitos, the cheese plate for 2 and the potato dumplings. It sounds like the menu changes often, so make sure to come back! The staff was incredible- we talked with owner, Dan, for a few minutes about his experience and his reason for starting the restaurant and how he sources natural wines. Our waiter, Patrick, was personable and went above and beyond. Chefs Axel and Sydney were pros! The inside was small, but well decorated. We will definitely be back! And will certainly recommend this spot to friends and family!

Cheese board
Emilee K.

Such a nice dinner at Bar Brava! We went on a Saturday night. Service was so kind and helpful. We liked the relaxing intimate atmosphere. Swedish meatballs were tasty but I forgot to take a photo!

Creamy salmon
Nalani T.

I finally got to try the sushi by baaska pop-up and it was so delicious. Having this kind of quality fish in Minnesota is just amazing. The TSY roll was loaded up with fish, I have never had a roll with such huge chunks of fish before so don't be afraid of being skimped out on. I really like salmon so the creamy salmon was my favorite, it had a really tasty scallion mayo sauce that I ended up saving in the shoyu dish to use as a dipping sauce with the roll and sashimi. The pasta was delicious, creamy and decadent. Loved the presentation with the squid ink pasta, really made the uni, lobster, and ikura pop. I was a little worried the ikura wouldn't be fresh tasting but it was perfect. It didn't have the weird flavor and texture that old ikura has so that was nice. I did find the fact that the sashimi choices were not explained odd. Some people are not familiar with different offerings of sashimi so I felt that a quick listing off of the fish on the platter would've been a nice touch, especially since the menu doesn't say what types of fish are on the platter. Bar Brava itself is a really nice space and I'd definitely come back for other pop-ups or just some nice wine.

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George M.

Cool atmosphere, tasty tapas and quick and friendly service on top of affordability. Their menu changes so a good reason to come back.

Tiana D.

This was my second time at Bar Brava. The food this time was far better! The wine experience was a bit worse. I missed the concept where wines were explained to you based on preferences. But the wines here are still great! There is a good selection and the person behind the bar was knowledgeable. I liked being able to order a "wine shot" to try different types. I had a Croatian rosé that was fabulous. The food was the star here though - Khue's Kitchen, which unfortunately is leaving soon. I ordered the chicken sandwich and it was HUGE. Definitely enough for two meals.

Crispy rice with blue fin tuna and TSY roll
Nora E.

Tried bar brava for the first time last night and wondering why we haven't been before! Such a great vibe inside and I love the idea of rotating chefs/menu. How fun! The service was fantastic. Everyone working there seems like they love their job and each other. We had multiple staff members give us recommendations and also insight into wine or sake. The menu was sushi by Baaska which was incredibly. Loved the TSY roll and the crispy rice with tuna. The quality of fish served was great and the portions were generous. Definitely will be back soon!

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Food is mediocre, wine is mediocre, overpriced, but service was good. I wouldn't go back again.

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Small Hours is such a cool concept. It feels like a European wine bar dropped right into a…read moreneighborhood setting. The wine list is really thoughtful and leans toward smaller, lesser-known producers and unique regions. Even if you know wine well, there are still plenty of interesting picks here. Just note that by-the-glass options are limited, so it's more of a place where you end up ordering a bottle. The space is beautifully designed. Very minimal, clean, and intentional. It feels elevated without being overdone. It is definitely expensive for what it is. Both the wine and food lean high in price, but you're also paying for the atmosphere and overall experience. The menu is also a bit different in a fun way. The tinned fish selection stands out and isn't something you see often. The radish butter and bread was a highlight and absolutely worth ordering. Service is a little unconventional since you order at the counter, which feels a bit off given the pricing, but everything still runs smoothly.

Small, but mighty. Cozy, but not necessarily comfortable. Great wine, good food…read more The concept is great! A fabulous wine menu and knowledgeable staff. We wanted a recommendation and the wine picked for us was excellent. Went with the Plavac Milos. The food is honestly incredible! The carrots were my favorite. Someday I'll get enough courage to try the tinned fish. I wish seating was a little more comfortable for the whole "drink a bottle and stay awhile" vibe. It also can get pretty loud when it's busy in the tight quarters.

Bar Brava - wine_bars - Updated May 2026

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