Their entrees are always delicious and just the right amount. The chefs and staff are experienced and friendly!

This was possibly the best meal I've had since moving back to Minneapolis 2 years ago and I don't say that lightly. Between the cozy chic ambiance, the impeccable service, and the Pomme Dauphine's I could die happy at a Bûcheron table. Any review of this restaurant has to include the Pomme Dauphines, I don't make the rules, they're just the best small bite in South Minneapolis. Somehow crunchy and gooey, served with melted gruyere cheese - I would be happy to sit at the bar with a trough of these little potato pillows and nothing else. The rest of the food warrants applause as well; the basil and pea soup was perfectly bright and paired well as an appetizer with the Dauphine's, the curry rabbit pappardelle was perfectly al dente, the steak was seared beautifully which is always a risk choosing the daily butchers cut rather than a filet, and finally even the turnips were outstanding. My one criticism is the drink pricing which seemed a bit excessive for the cocktails, but the food pricing seemed more than fair so it's just a small nitpick. Overall five stars, catch me sitting at the bar all summer long with an order of Dauphines, spaghetti, and the cookies and creme dessert for a well balanced meal. read more

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Bûcheron was highly recommended by local friends that live in Minneapolis particularly after it was nominated for a James Beard award. AST September I was able to actually go try it. I walked in on a random Monday straight from the airport hoping to grab a seat at the bar. I was lucky enough to arrive right before dinner rush and snag the last seat available by the window bar even without a reservation. The hostess kindly took my carryon bag and stored it for me while one of the servers walked me to my seat. The atmosphere is casual and friendly. Fantastic place to hang out and have fun while enjoying good food and drinks with friends. Feels more like an approachable bistro than a stuffy fancy restaurant. The menu is a playful take of American classics with a French twist or viceversa in some cases. I started my meal with a single oyster. Refreshing and bright, it was the perfect way to open the meal. Next was the tomato soup and grilled cheese sandwich. Presentation was a bit sloppy with some soup dripping on the side of the bowl, but the soup was so velvety and delicious I couldn't care any less about. The crispy bread and melty, gooey cheese was immediate comfort on a plate. The tanginess of the cheese went perfectly with the natural sweetness of the soup. Third course was one of the most delicious risottos I've ever had. Earthy mushrooms, creamy , perfectly cooked rice topped with crispy green apple sticks and.....blueberries?! Yes, you read that right... blueberries and apple in a risotto. I would have this vegetarian dish any day. Finally for desert angel fruit cake. Fluffy and not overly sweet. Perfect balance of sweetness and acidity. I could eat this every day read more

Bûcheron - Oyster with mignonette - French Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

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I've had the good fortune and privilege of traveling throughout the Western world for business and pleasure, in addition to being a "cook" since I was 12. I have finally found a restaurant with a capital R. A restaurant with its own identity and spirit. Not like most restaurants that copy one another. Another admirable thing is that, within their identity, they remain true to themselves without resorting to generic menus, unlike many places that add something more common for fear of not being understood. This is not the case here. They maintain their personality, and for that I congratulate them. It would take pages to explain each dish, which I won't do since I invite my readers to personally visit this cozy and personalized restaurant with a spectacular range of dishes and flavors. Often one finds places with exaggerated flavors that are too over-the-top, spicy, or excessive. This is not the case here. Everything has absolute balance, down to the milligram--Google it. I sampled 12 dishes, each more delicious and more personalized than the last. Organizations like Michelin or James Beard should pay a visit and determine whether it deserves a star. I've already given it one... Not to mention the variety of drinks and wines. Many restaurants that claim to be high-end stick to Californian wines. I have nothing against wines from that state. But for connoisseurs, we know there are many more around the globe. I was amazed by the variety of spirits and the house-made cocktails. Now, the most important part for me: it was my first time there. But I felt as if I'd known them forever. I felt welcomed and treated with great hospitality. I said I was going to write just a little, but this place deserves so much more. Until next time... read more

Buchêron is an absolute gem. Located at the corner of East 43rd Street and Nicollet, it's a beautiful and intimate restaurant that is perfect for anyone hoping to enjoy a wonderful meal with the people they care about, be they friends, families, or that special someone. Even when the restaurant is full, you can still carry a conversation. The vibe is both elegant and relaxed, and the decor unique and interesting--check out the bark on the walls in the corridor and the mirrored walls perfect for people watching. The service is exquisite--our server Pocket was friendly, helpful, and knowledgeable, and her recommendations never steered us wrong. Her descriptions of Amari? Pure poetry. The menu harmonizes perfectly with the restaurant theme--hearty yet refined, creative while comforting, and the perfect balance of local and international. (And the beverage menu? Also exquisite--they have drinks for everyone, from beer lovers to wine connoisseurs to the zero proof tipplers like myself. Their N/A bubbles? Superlative!) I ordered what is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful salads I have ever seen--the Spring Salad. In addition to the tender baby lettuce, this salad features peas, mint leaves, and pickled radishes, all tossed in a beautifully balanced vinaigrette. It comes topped with lovely soft goat cheese that is drizzled with honey and crowned with a kataifi nest. The blend of textures and flavors is truly a delight. For my main, I had the sweet potato, which was spectacular. I had never had a sweet potato treated as lovingly and am likely now ruined for all other preparations. The sweet potato is meltingly tender throughout but is caramelized on top, creating a unique and pleasing textural contrast. The salty Parmesan risotto is the perfect foil for the sweetness of the potato (and slight bittersweetness of the caramelization), and the crisp daikon strips added a lovely fresh crunch. Add in some bok choy for freshness and a hint of grilled flavor and black currants for a few pops of sweet-tart-astringence, and you've got a dish unlike any other that I have found. Dessert was a grand slam. Not only was I persuaded to share, I also did that happy-dance chair shimmy for each sweet treat, and I would be hard pressed to pick my favorite, so my advice is to order them all. The sticky toffee cake was marvelous. As the granddaughter of an Englishwoman, I know and love sticky toffee pudding. This is an excellent sticky toffee pudding. I admit that I was somewhat suspicious of the accompaniments, but I was oh so wrong. Mandarin orange sorbet is delicious and goes beautifully, as does the toasted hazelnut. The gianduja? Also wonderful. This dessert is a winner. The cinnamon roll is like getting a bear hug while someone soothingly strokes your hair. It tastes exactly like "I love you and want to make you smile." It's warm and served with sorghum syrup and a lovely cream cheese ice cream (which is happily a thing that exists). Candied pecans and orange zest? Yes, this tastes just like love and nostalgia. Finally, we had the cookies and cream, which is a unique and highly successful interpretation of the classic flavor combination. Milk sherbet, a chewy cocoa macaron, and vanilla custard may not be the textures that you immediately think of when you think cookies and cream, but it works very well. It's a very fun and very tasty interpretation of this flavor. It also has the fun addition of lemon verbena, so what is not to love? We all had a wonderful time. Thanks to Bûcheron, Tyler, Pocket, and the whole team for making this such a wonderful evening! read more

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It was a really hot day so my favorite dish by far was the chilled pea soup. The creaminess of the burrata and the crunch from the croutons came together deliciously. The trout dip was another great way to start the meal. Lovely smokey flavor with a burst of trout roe on top. The venison tartare was delicious as well, a bit gamey but not overpoweringly so. It had a creamy mouthfeel and I always enjoy alternatives to beef tartare. The bone marrow was so decadent. A guilty pleasure for sure. The mains were all delicious. The pasta was creamy and lobster perfectly cooked. A little on the salty side but I enjoy that. The hake was light and soft with the crunch of the topping offsetting that delicate texture nicely. The sauces also complimented the fish well and didn't overpower it. The chicken was slightly sweet and super juicy. The wild rice was delicious too. Lastly, dessert. The raved about cookies and cream was very tasty. Super light and fluffy cream on a chocolate macaron that reminded me of a fudgy dense brownie. It was super easy to eat. Service was good, did have to overhear about the special bone marrow from across the room instead of our waitress telling us about it but other than that it was great. The space is definitely packed tight which can make it a bit of a squeeze to get out of the booth. read more

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Tried Bucheron for the first time, and it won't be the last. There are two things I always look for in an upscale restaurant - superior food and superior service. Here goes with the food first. Bucheron served us absolutely outstanding food. We started by sharing an order of Pommes Dauphines. These were remarkable balls of mashed potato/Gruyère cheese breaded and fried. OMG, they were to die for. Can't remember the exact number of balls in the serving, but it was a perfect small appetizer for two old folks who don't eat a lot. My wife then had the chilled pea and basil soup with burrata. She absolutely adored it, and raved about the schmear of burrata on the bottom of the bowl. The soup also had bacon and croutons. Not a drop was left. For her main, she had the chicken with a powerful maple Banjul glaze accompanied by wild rice. It was a substantial serving, half of which came home with us for lunch the following day. My starter was grilled turnips (OK, I'm originally from Oklahoma and LOVE turnips) in a bowl with some turnip greens, and a sauce/soup that was absolutely to die for. I could have had another helping of this marvelous dish and called in quits for the night. But, no. I ordered the Nettle Gnudi for my main. The dumplings had the nettle inside and were served in a bowl with chicken consommé, poached mushrooms, and roasted artichokes. Fabulous is the word that comes to mind. So, yes, we found the food amazing. The food, however, just may have been overshadowed by the service. We were actually served by multiple young women and men, but our primary server was Evalin. She was, in a word, amazing. Evalin was the epitome of perfect service. She was personable, she was efficient, she was professional, she was incredibly knowledgeable. Eval in's service was spot on perfect. If you go to Bucheron, you will not be disappointed. However, be sure to make a reservation as it is very popular, and rightly so. read more

I need to give the biggest shout out to Bûcheron. This may be my new favorite place in Minneapolis. I have a severe lemon allergy. (Weird, I know) and when I arrived, they already had the menu ready with what was available for me to eat, and any subs I could make so that the things I could not eat, I could. The servers were phenomenal, very attentive to us, had the best wine recommendations I have ever seen truly from start to end. It was amazing. The food was so flavorful, diverse, and explorative. I've never had a salad have so many different taste, textures, and experiences in one. Each buy, it was full of flavor and you could tell that it was made with heart and soul. 20/10 highly recommend. read more

What is not to like? Just in town for the weekend to visit my daughter so didn't have reservations. It is a very small dining room and reservations are made weeks in advance. That's what happens at a James Beard Restaurant. They do take walk-ins at the bar where they have 10 seats or at the counter at the window where they have 4 seats. Called ahead but got voicemail and didn't leave a message. Less than five minutes later I get a callback from the Restaurant asking if I had a question. Had a conversation with the nicest guy, Joseph. He said we might have good luck if we came right away even though we were 15 minutes out. When we arrived, he had actually reserved two spots at the bar for us. He didn't tell us he had done that, and it isn't policy to do it. I can't tell you how nice that was of him. That's the kind of thing that builds loyalty to your restaurant. The great service continued with Will at the bar. He was friendly, helpful and so knowledgeable about the food and the cocktails. He made another huge difference in our fantastic experience. Onto the food. Portions may seem small to some, but they were perfectly proportioned to enable you to have multiple courses. Prices are reasonable for the quality you receive. We started with the bone marrow and venison tartare starters. Both delicious and highly recommended. Some patrons next to us had the lobster spaghetti, and upon seeing it and hearing them tell us how delicious it was, we decided to order it as a mid course dish to share. The presentation was spectacular. Several perfectly cooked chunks of lobster were on top of the spaghetti. The lobster was delicious and the pasta was cooked just right but the sauce was a bit too heavy chive flavored for us. That's a personal taste preference but I probably wouldn't order it again. That was the only dish the night we did not think was fantastic. For entrées we shared the rainbow trout and the braised rabbit in Pappardelle pasta. Great presentations, perfectly cooked, and the flavor was simply delicious in both dishes. We highly recommend them both. We almost skipped dessert, but how could you do that in this restaurant? We went for the cookies and cream, which is one of their signature dishes and we were not sorry we ordered it. So delicious! read more

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Interesting menu with creative food pairing and preparation. Pricey but worth it for the taste experience! All four of us raved about our food. Service was very good. Ambiance....Noisy/crowded read more

Bûcheron wasn't on my radar until I read about the James Beard and instantly made a reservation for a Wednesday night. First impression is that the restaurant is cute, on the smaller side, but has a nice vibe. Tables are real real close together, so this isn't the place to have a private conversation. The dining sounds really drown out other people's conversations, but it also makes it hard to hear the person you're sitting across from -- not ideal for a first date. At the suggestion of our waitress, we ordered 8 dishes for two people and only left a few bites of the second dessert (mostly due to not loving it rather than being uncomfortably stuffed) Hamachi CRUDO: AMAZING! The saltiness of the Hamachi was nicely balanced with the sweetness of the watermelon. Everything was thinly sliced, and I could have eaten a bowl of it. BEET SALAD: This was so so sooooo delicious and the quinoa crumble added such great crunch to the texture of the beets in the salad. NIÇOISE salad: The greens were fine. My husband said he would have wanted another type of green mixed in with the arugula. But the tuna was out of this world. It had this buttery, melt-in-your-mouth, soft and silky thing going on that reminded me of eating really good wagyu. We also ordered the lamb chops, halibut, and ravioli (listed in order of most favorite to least favorite). The ravioli was fine, but I wouldn't order it again. I would definitely order the lamb chops again, and would try something new before I ordered the halibut again. None of them were bad, but they simply were as good as I would have expected at that price point. For dessert we had the cookies and cream and the angel food cake. We fought over the last bites of the C&C, and left about half the angel food cake. Bathroom was super cute as well! On the menus, on the website, and in the check presenter was a message that said: "Prices include an 18% Hospitality Charge, which is distributed among the full restaurant team." Is a hospitality charge the same thing as gratuity? I assumed not, but it generally felt like an over-communicated element of the experience; which is what I would expect if it were gratuity. I just want that to be more clear. read more

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A really incredible spot that is elevating the MSP dining scene. We snagged a midweek reservation here after hearing about their James Beard award over one of our Seattle favorites (Atoma), we knew they must be doing something right here and we weren't disappointed at all. The cocktail program was full of interesting things it was hard to pick just one. We had lovely service that helped us wade through the menu and pick out dishes that looked interesting the liver mousse was a standout to both of us, through its not something we usually jump at on a menu it was highly recommended and the silky texture stood out from anything I'd had in a while. Great work they are doing here and we hope the creativity continues. read more

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We walked into this adorable restaurant without a reservation on a Friday night and they were able to seat us at the bar. To be honest, I can't recall all the dishes we tried but every single thing we had was incredible. You can't go wrong here. Drinks are also phenomenal! It sounds like they change up the menu a fair amount so cannot wait to come back. This is our favorite dining experience since we've arrived in the Twin Cities! read more

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Had a 5 course dinner here though a dining club The food was excellent and presented beautifully Was able to meet Chef Adam and we had some Q&A with him so nice to hear his background and love for cooking The cookies and cream dessert is so special you need to try it - the wine choices were great and the staff were great Will come back and belly up to the bar for drinks and dessert again for sure Their is a small shared parking lot otherwise street parking can be tricky in winter read more

Bûcheron - Wine - French Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

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Came here for our anniversary dinner and had a wonderful time. It's a small, but cute space. Staff are friendly and helpful. The food also came out in good timing. The dishes are shareable. We tried the ocean trout crudo, pumpkin and tomato soup, spaghetti, butternut squash agnolotti, and venison dish. The dishes were fantastic, our favorites were the pastas. We also had ice cream for our anniversary dinner that was a sweet surprise. Definitely would come back and try more of the other items on the menu! read more

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Had a great meal at Bucheron. My favorites were the spaghetti which was very tasty, done al dente and the sticky toffee cake. Dishes are smaller so they recommended ordering several to share. read more

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Went here for my wedding anniversary and was blown away by everything on the menu! Super quaint little place with very friendly and helpful staff. Food comes out pretty quickly as they recommend ordering 2-3 dishes to share per person. The venison tartare was out of this world. Will be back just to get more of that! read more

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Delectable! From the friendly staff, the cozy comfort vibes to the outstanding food! The venison tartare was out of this world and have thought about after day since having it! I would fallow their recommendations on the amount of plates to get. The only thing I don't think I would need again was the halibut, it was very tasty but felt like the other dishes were show stoppers! read more

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Small, Quaint, dimly lit ambiance was absolutely the best place to dine with my friend. The service was impeccable with seamless silverware and table wipe resets after each course. I would come back and try other dishes. I think what we ordered, we weren't blown away at the price point - except for the sticky toffee pudding. I think any dessert would be good. The POMMES DAUPHINES were good. They are friend potato and cheese ball with a chip like dusting out the crunchy outside. Rich and flavorful on the inside. The gruyere was a perfect pairing being not too saucy but hold its consistency to stick on to the potato. Butternut squash AGNOLOTTI - the pasta in this was really good. Unfortunately the drenching of it in the brown butter and cheese sauce made it too rich. Some nice little bites of flavor with the prunes and chestnuts. Celery root TORTELLINI - probably our favorite savory dish of the night. The broth was deep in a nutty chicken flavor and contrasted well with the sweetness of the celery root creamy in the tortellini. The mushrooms are meaty and just go so well in the dish. SPAGHETTI, Brussels sprouts, caulini, brown butter, maitake mushrooms, guanciale - was probably the most disappointing. It is a mix of french ingredients with a small asian twist in the way that it is more of a stir fry. We found this dish to be a bit dry and lacking flavor other than the hint of fattiness from the guanciale. There are a lot of yummy veggies that were cooked well but then not much else to the dish. The breadcrumbs were a welcomed texture but exacerbated the dryness of the dish. STICKY TOFFEE cake - a real winner here. The cake was moist and paired well with the citrus of the orange. The mandarin orange sorbet was amazing and a nice substitute for the vanilla ice cream you see at other places. Can't forget the chocolate sand which is all the rage now and its good!! read more

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What an honor it was to experience Bûcheron! You'll or need to park on street as lot behind restaurant is small Everything over the top! What makes this place special is the leadership of the owners to make it truly a neighborhood restaurant. To be the James Beard restaurant of the year in the United States is truly amazing and a special place! We were lucky to get a seat at bar before dinner and the Old Fashioned was served with single clear cube which I really enjoy. My wife had a French 75 spritzer Really fine! We had the Glidden point oysters with rose mignonette to start. Fresh and did not disappoint. Not huge but satisfying! Moved onto the Venison tartare with egg yolk , spruce tips and rye chips. Then foie gras. Both were treats to the taste buds terrine, sour cherry, nectarine jam with a warm scone. The scone was over the top. The foie gras was probably the best I have ever experienced. Also enjoyed a couple glasses of rose. The Vandouvan Curry Pappardelle, rabbit ragout, peas and carrots, Parmesan and Thai basil was another treat. Probably my favorite was the Nettle and sheep milk ricotta ravioli. A little salty but I loved it! Cookies and Cream: milk sorbet, cocoa macaron, vanilla custard and lemon verbena! How can you not try this ? Take a look at pics. Was surprised by reasonable prices. They include a 18% service fee. They services was great so we added gratuity on top. This is a must "go to" restaurant. Was even lucky enough to get a parking space in their lot! Go and enjoy the experience of a lifetime! read more

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Bucheron was such an incredible dining experience! It's cozy and intimate inside which I loved. The waitress and staff were attentive, helpful, and so friendly! Lyonnaise salad - perfect shareable starter! I could eat this salad every day. Butternut squash agnolotti - warm, rich, flavorful. Would definitely order this dish again! Roasted rutabaga and carrots - not my favorite honestly but the presentation was pretty American wagyu steak - Delicious, made perfectly, easy to share! The potato mousse was such a nice touch as well. Cinnamon roll - I don't always order dessert but we did here and I don't regret it! Soft, flavorful. Loved the candied pecans on this! read more

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Wanted to try this out since we found out that Chef Adam and Chef Cory left Demi and started this place. Finally got a reservation there and went to check it out. The restaurant is small but cozy and we were seated right away. There is no parking lot but it wasn't hard to find parking on the street. We were seated right away and offered water and given the menus. They have a coat check so we got our jackets taken before we sat down. We started off with some drinks that were really good and then picked a few items on the menu. With the group our size, we were able to try quite a few dishes and they were all very very good. We ordered the Pommes Dauphines, the venison tartare, the Foie Gras, the bone Marrow, the pheasant and the steak. Everything was great. The food was really exceptional. The pommes dauphines were fried perfectly with a crispy exterior and very soft and fluffy interior. The sauce that came with it elevated the dish. The venison tartare was perfectly minced, not too chunky and not too fine. Perfect texture and tasted great with the egg yolk. The bone marrow was tasty and went great with the perfectly toasted bread slices. Crispy with a little char. The foie gras was the highlight of the little plates. The warm scone with the jam and the foie gras were a perfect combination. The service was great. Very attentive while not being overbearing. The servers recommendations were spot on for both the food and drinks and someone always came around to ask for water and drinks when we were out. They all worked together and even if our server was busy, someone would attend to us. read more

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Absolutely perfect! Couldn't have asked for a better experience. Thank you to the staff. read more

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As it stands now, Bucheron is one of ten James Beard nominees for Best New Restaurant in the US, which seems fitting. The dishes enjoyed thus far at Bucheron have ranged from really good to standout. Their foie gras is enjoyable, though a bit of a sweeter presentation than I'd prefer. If they ever combine foie with any of their standout pasta dishes (a la what used to be my favorite dish at Bar La Grassa), I will live here. You can order any of Bucheron's pastas and be happy with the result. The same can be said for their beef tartare, which ranks among my favorites in the Twin Cities. They have a lengthy wine list (that, unsurprisingly, leans heavily French) and a solid cocktail list. Service has always been very friendly and knowledgeable. Definitely one that will hopefully remain a South Minneapolis favorite for quite some time. read more

I was lucky enough to snag a seat right at opening (4:30 PM) at Bûcheron and it absolutely exceeded my expectations. As one of James Beard's newest award-winning restaurants, I had high hopes--and every single dish delivered. Not a single bad bite to be found. The oysters were pristine, and the crudo--with its bright, delicate herbs--tasted like summer in a bite. The chicken entrée was beautifully executed, and the carrot cake was an absolute showstopper. Paired with the carrot-ginger sorbet, it was worth the visit on its own. I opted for a mocktail, which was just right for an early bird solo dinner. I was only in the city for the day, and I'm so glad the timing worked out. Bûcheron was a highlight of my trip and a place I'd return to in a heartbeat. read more

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I'm not sure why more people aren't talking about Bûcheron. My husband and I relocated to the Kingfield neighborhood from San Francisco and were excited to see this spot in the neighborhood. We both agreed that this was the best meal we've had since leaving San Francisco. The waitstaff was fantastic from start-to-finish. We've now been back twice with plans to return a third time, and have recommended to others in the neighborhood. Must tries: - Any dessert on the menu (see attached photo of the Corn Cake) - The Pommes Dauphines - Their seasonal soup - it was mussel on our visit, incredible They also recently added a bar menu and have amazing cheese curds! read more

Bûcheron - Corn Cake - French Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

I dined here twice in July and both times were amazing, this is definitely one of the best restaurants that Minneapolis has to offer! The first visit we did have to wait 25 minutes to be seated despite having a reservation. The pommes dauphines are incredible and a must order. The foie gras terrine was also fantastic, the warm scone really tied all of the flavors together perfectly! The gazpacho was good but there wasn't much crab or crawfish meat in it, i would probably skip this in the future. For my main dish i did the sweet potato and WOW! I couldn't believe how well the flavors and textures worked together, that was one of my all time favorite vegetarian entrees for sure! My boyfriend got the lobster spaghetti and he loved it so much that he got it again during our second visit, the lobster sauce was just chef's kiss. The second time we dined here i got the octopus and summer beans and in my opinion it wasn't on the same level as their other dishes, i also felt pretty sick the next day and no one else in my party had that dish other than me so that must have been what caused it. Make sure to save room for dessert!! The cookies and cream was perfection, the milk sorbet was so so good. The strawberries with angel food cake was another must order, i wish i could have it again! The carrot cake was also amazing but the cream cheese frosting was really heavy so it was difficult to eat after a large meal. Bûcheron is a special restaurant and Mpls is so lucky to have it! read more

Bûcheron - Venison tartare - French Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

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Bucheron's glowing reputation is much-deserved. Dining on their Nicollet Avenue patio on a lovely Saturday evening, we had a nearly perfect experience. It's a small venue, and even booking weeks in advance, a table outside in the overflow was the best we could do. (You gotta book on the 1st for the following month, and good luck with that.) Our server did double duty, what with waiting on us, as well as sharing with us the cool story of them winning the Beard award in Chicago. They are still riding high, though that may be the booze talking. Anyway, I was mostly impressed by her emphasis on Bucheron's team approach to service. And indeed, one server brought us water, another our drinks, our food, and our desserts, all seemed busy but not stressed and that added to the experience. Our dinner was served somewhat-Family Style, where we shared freely amongst us. Regarding the menu, we particularly loved the POMMES DAUPHINES (effectively, high-end tator tots, along with a fantastic Gruyère sauce we dunked everything into, including celery and our fat fingers; SPAGHETTI; and especially the VENISON TARTARE. I thought the American Wagyu filet was a small misstep, a bit undersized for $72 and overwhelmed by a bordelaise sauce. But the desserts - my, God, the desserts! - COOKIES & CREAM was a revelation, and CORN CAKE was delivered to our planet by a higher power. Caramel corn was a stroke of genius. Really, I'll go back just for that. Overall, it was as expensive as any Twin Cities restaurant we've visited, and damned well worth it. read more

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Cerra was our server and boy does she know the menu and the drinks!!!! We had such a fun time she coursed the evening out. We started with oysters, shrimp and fish. With amazing sauces paired with it. For dinner the four of us shared the halibut, chicken,lions mane with creamed corn and blueberries. The lobster pasta was delish. Spritz de Provence was delightful. Go enjoy an evening here they have a Jane beard award for best new restaurant read more

Run don't walk! James Beard recently named this the "Best New Restaurant" in the Country - not Minnesota, not the Midwest, but in the ENTIRE USA. Did not disappoint. We did not have a reservation, but showed up when the doors opened was seated at the bar, with a great view of the open kitchen where Adam Ritter & team do their magic. With Adam's wife Jeanie running front of house - no one missed a beat. The cocktail and wine list is beautifully curated and the food is fantastic. We started with a bottle of Sancerre followed by a mini-tower of Hamachi Crudo (1st highlight of the night) Oysters and chilled Shrimp. I could fill up on the Hamachi and be totally satisfied. Also ordered the Beet Salad and the Pommes Dauphines. The Pommes Dauphines were like tater tots being reimagined by a Master Chef - (2nd highlight of the night). We split the Lamb entre - perfectly prepared two ways with an onion/mushroom ragu. We skipped dessert so we could eat Sebastian Joes (I rate this the best ice-cream in the Twin Cities). 18% tip is included. Bottle of wine, 2 small plates, one entre totaled $250. This was indeed a special occasion - we were celebrating the James Beard award - but we were the winners. I think we found our favorite new neighborhood upscale, but very casual spot. Cheers to Adam, Jeanie and staff - Job Well Done! read more

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Amazing second time here! Came here for the valentines menu, AMAZING. I am so impressed with the food and staff. The meal was a couple courses, everything was delicious and cooked perfect. No complaints. Worth every penny. Looking forward to coming back soon! read more

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This is a lovely restaurant with a beautiful bar. It can be described as a cozy neighborhood spot with fine dining. My favorite dish that we ordered was the beet salad. It was really flavorful with fresh beets that were cut perfectly. We then had the Vadouvan curry pappardelle. Liked but didn't love. It wasn't aesthetically pleasing. I would have enjoyed it for lunch but wasn't wowed. We then shared the chicken and halibut. I liked the chicken better than the halibut. We ended with the carrot cake. I am pretty particular about my carrot cake and this was good definitely worth a try. Service was spot on. I think I would go back, sit at the bar, and possibly order from the bar menu. read more

Tucked away in Minneapolis, this French-inspired gem offers a cozy yet classy ambiance that instantly makes you feel at ease. The service is impeccable, attentive without being intrusive, and perfectly complements the outstanding food. Highlights include the airy pomme dauphines, rich foie gras, delicate butternut squash agnolotti, and earthy matsutake mushrooms with crisp green beans. The standouts--lobster spaghetti and rainbow trout with golden rice--are executed flawlessly, showcasing both technique and flavor. Every dish feels thoughtful and refined, making this spot a must-visit in MSP for anyone seeking an elevated dining experience. Highly recommended! read more

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Wonderful experience sitting at the bar and enjoying an unforgettable meal! Staff was knowledgeable, friendly, and made the experience amazing. Expensive, yes. But worth every penny. read more

Bûcheron - Dinner at the bar offers a great view into the kitchen, where you can watch the masters at work! - French Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

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Yum. My husband and I were celebrating our 7 year anniversary and what drew me to Bûcheron when I was looking for a place to celebrate was the sticky toffee cake. Lucky for us, our entire meal fit the bill. This place got busy quick for a Monday at 5pm, so make a reservation. It's easy to locate, just use your eyes, street parking. We had the smoked eel, foie gras, turnips, tortellini, lions mane, and of course, sticky toffee cake. We enjoyed all of our dishes, the standouts for me were the foie gras and the tortellini. I've never had foie gras served with a biscuit and raspberry jam. Only thing better is if I was eating a mouthful of each of the component out on the countryside somewhere in France. The celery root tortellini was like eating a warm hug. Whoa. The shaved truffle was a special, the subtle notes brought out more of the rich broth. They brought out a special profiterole with raspberry sorbet and pistachio cream for our anniversary. Both desserts were excellent. The staff were great, so attentive. There's a 21% hospitality charge automatically placed on your bill, and they don't ask for additional tip on the bill. I appreciate this because there are many places that charge a hospitality fee these days then point out it's not gratuity and suggest an additional 20%. That's just robbery. Bucheron is a solid option for a special occasion. read more

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Bûcheron accomplished exactly what it set out to do - create Minnesota-inspired dishes with a French twist. Highlights on the menu were the pommes dauphines, butternut squash agnolotti, and sticky toffee pudding. Some of the other dishes we tried, like the whitefish dip and spaghetti, didn't quite live up to their price point. The restaurant is cozy, but expect to be very very close to your neighbors. The service was one of the best parts of our meal, the waiters were very attentive with coursing out our meal, replacing dishes and silverware between each course, and making sure we were well taken care of. read more

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Cozy and cute and the service was good. Thought the food would be better for the price and the aclaim.

First off food and service were superb. Staff gave the environment a friendly feel and were knowledgeable of menu/drink offerings. What I can't get past when thinking if I would return is how grossly inadequate the size of the interior is. So tight that once seated there is no room left for the wait staff to service the restaraunt. There may be a foot between tables and to no fault of their own I was bumped our entire dinner by the wait staff. If this were a fast casual type of restaraunt wouldn't be a big deal being so close to your dinner neighbor but for a place where dinner for two will be over $200 I just can't rationalize how compact of a spot you are expected to squeeze into. Although tight the restaraunt is beautiful and we had a wonderful experience. read more

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Such a gem! Visiting from California for work and found this place from a food blogger who raved about the flavors & experience. It's a small but cozy dining area and we sat very comfortable. The dinner menu and wine selection were fantastic. I was shocked to see such a great list of offerings. The chef definetly knows what he's doing with local produce and proteins. For us the pricing was very reasonable including wine. The petite plateau was a great way to start the meal. Oysters briny but just right, prawns sweet and large, crudo flavors (chefs kiss). The sauces are a great pairing. Foie Gras. 10/10 loved this dish. All the components are perfect in this dish. Wagyu flat iron. 9/10 only because it was slightly chewy but it could be the cut vs anything. It was a good dish. Halibut. First time I have ever had camomile in a savory presentation and I highly recommend. Every single component of this dish was spring perfection. Rhubarb Tart tangy, sweet, perfectly balanced with the ice cream. Camomile Berry Tea. A clean floral finish to dinner. Love the presentation and flavors. I can see the influence from Chef's experience and time at Cyrus in the menu. I would put this experience up with other 1 stars IMO. I hope to return on my next visit to MN. Highly recommend you visit for a special occasion, date night or travel. read more

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Had a great meal at Bucheron last night! I like what they have done with the space, though it is of course quite small and a bit challenging to navigate the gaps between the tables unless you are pretty skinny. We started with the pommes dauphines and the baby lettuces, both of which were quite good. The best course of the night was the morel mushroom special and the curried rabbit ragu. The sauces on both were so tasty, and in the case of the ragu a bit unexpected as I was expecting a red sauce but instead it was quite light with a curry flavor. We also tried the halibut, which was probably my least favorite savory dish of the night. I'm not sure if it's possible with halibut but I was hoping for the fish to be a bit more "melt in your mouth." For dessert we splurged and tried both the rhubarb tart and the carrot cake. Both were good, though I wouldn't say they fully met my lofty expectations based on some other reviews I read. Overall though, the entire meal was a great journey through a lot of bright spring flavors. Service was kind and friendly. They seemed to genuinely care that we were having a good meal. Looking forward to coming back! read more

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