Flavor bomb of food with friendly staff, super busy so expect to get ignored a lot This place is inside the Art Museum thing, where it says Walker Lamb Burger Tender moist burger with a creamy sauce. It's a flavor bomb across the board, so good. Smashed potatoes are crispy on the outside and normal baked on the inside. The staff are overwhelmed, i almost left waiting to get the check. It's way too popular. read more

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Loved the vibe in this cute little restaurant, so bright and welcoming with the wall of windows looking out to the sculpture garden. You can order at the counter or use the QR codes at the table to order. We tried the cauliflower app with way wonderful I also got the beet salad, which was okay but it was pretty much only beets, no greens. I was hoping for something else besides just beets. Overall, cute little restaurant, I would return next time I am in the area. read more

Cardamom - Cauliflower burrata - Mediterranean Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

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Well, my highly anticipated first visit here turned out to be a disappointment. The space is beautiful and fits perfectly into the Walker. It's buzzy but also warm and quiet enough to talk. We had reservations and were seated quickly. The food: well the highlights were the Meze Plate (nice assortment of colors and flavors with pieces of large, sort of bread like pita), Cauliflower with Burrata (very tasty with Harissa Mayo), the Lamb Burger (nice blend of lamb and beef with a fun Zoug Mayo sauce that had a nice kick. The potatoes on the side were ok but lacking seasoning). Everything else had issues. The Delicata and Lentil Salad (nicely roasted squash with Tahina dressing was good but one of us bit into something hard in the lentil salad and hurt his mouth a bit), the Lamb Shank (well cooked and very tender but very bland and incredibly lacking flavor. The rice served with it needed more Turmeric, the Carrot salad was tasty but there wasn't enough to add much flavor), the Moroccan Cigars (crispy but bland with nice shrimp but little chili flavor). The Bucatini was the best thing that we ate, but cold. Overall the food was missing the vibrant flavors that I expect from both Daniel Del Prado and this concept. The drinks were tasty I loved the Samoa with a nice complex flavor and enjoyed the allspice taste of the Tarik but it was less than 2 oz in a half filled tiny glass for $16. That was a pricey taste. The real problem was the service. Our server was nice but inattentive. After biting into the rock like thing in the lentils, he brushed it off as an olive pit. The coursing was awful with the Mezze, Cauliflower, and Cigars served all at once then the Bucatini. With all the food and small plates there wasn't room to eat the Bucatini and it was cold by the time we got new plates. When asked about the flows he said that they needed to pace the flow in the kitchen, What? No one came to our table after these issues until I complained to the hostess. They comped the Mezze and Squash (about $30 of a $280 bill). We asked them to split the bill down the middle but then he charged one of us $30 more than the other and $30 more than half the bill (so negating the comped amount). It was just strange. The front of the house team failed us when we had issues and sadly the food was on average just ok. Overall just a bad experience. read more

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We ate here before the British Arrow Awards. It's so nice to park once and get dinner and an event. We had a reservation (highly recommended) and were seated immediately. The menu has so many good things on it that I had a hard time choosing. I chose the salmon and our server indicated it was an excellent choice. I was not disappointed. It had a nice sear and the accompaniments contributed to a complimentary texture and flavor. We had a cookie skillet for dessert which was delicious. Service was excellent. The vibe in the restaurant is hip and fresh. The menu has extensive options to choose from. We loved the experience. read more

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Great food and service! I highly recommend parking near the sculpture garden. My first visit here was interesting--Apple Maps led me to the back of the building instead! I absolutely loved the salmon; it was bursting with flavor. Usually, I don't finish my meals, but this one was so good I couldn't put my fork down. The salmon was a bit undercooked, so if you like yours more done, just ask your server. read more

Cardamom - GRILLED SALMON - Mediterranean Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

I was really excited to try Cardamom for the first time, so we decided on a double date. We parked in the ramp and walked over. The ambiance was great--while the restaurant felt a bit smaller than I expected from the photos, it was still beautiful and inviting. We were seated quickly, given water, and then waited a bit before the server returned. When she finally came back for our drink order, we decided to put our appetizers in at the same time. We started with the Mezze Platter, Kale Garden Salad, Beet Salad, Raw Salmon Kibbeh, and Moroccan Cigars. Here's my breakdown: Mezze Platter - 6/10 The hummus was okay but definitely needed more oil. The baba ghanoush was good, but a few of the other dips lacked flavor--we didn't really go back to them after the first bite. Kale Garden Salad - 9.2/10 Fresh, well-balanced, and easily one of the highlights of the night. Beet Salad - 8/10 The pistachio dressing was delicious, though I wish the beets were a bit softer. Raw Salmon Kibbeh - 6.5/10 Unfortunately, the salmon flavor was barely noticeable. Moroccan Cigars - 7.2/10 I've had much better versions elsewhere. The shrimp didn't taste fully cooked, and the shrimp filling (instead of the traditional beef) felt a bit off. After finishing the appetizers, we waited quite a while before the server returned to take our entrée order. We ended up sharing two dishes: Lamb Shank - 7.5/10 The turmeric rice was okay but slightly al dente, which I'm not a fan of. The lamb itself was tough and could have benefitted from a longer cook time. Kabsa Chicken - 8/10 The couscous was fluffy and the chicken was juicy, but there were broken bones in the dish, which was concerning. Overall, I hate to say it, but the food didn't quite live up to my all-time Chef Daniel Del Prado favorites--Martina, Colita, Minari, and Porzana--which set a very high bar for me. Overall Food & Vibe: 7.2/10 read more

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Happened upon this cute cafe in the art center and it blew me away! We came for lunch so it wasn't crowded at all. Lots of light and a beautiful decor. MEZZE PLATTER (5/5) was the star here!! Honestly my friend and I could have JUST eaten that for lunch. I loved trying all the different sauces and each was so unique! Pitas were fresh and warm so we just kept stuffing ourselves with bread and toppings. The service was a little slow, and so by the time the main dish came out, I had left hardly any room. The red shakshuka (5/5) was beautiful and delicious. Took the rest home LOL 100% would recommend coming to Cardamom. read more

Cardamom - Mezze Platter - Mediterranean Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

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I stopped in to Cardamom after spending the afternoon wandering the Minneapolis Sculpture Garden and for the location, this was a very convenient spot. I ordered the kale garden salad and sundrop cocktail. The drink was refreshing and the salad was very filling. This was a perfect little lunch! The only reason why I'm giving it 4 stars is because when I got there, it took a while for me to get seated even though I was only one person and made eye contact with a few waiters. That kinda put me off, but otherwise the food was good. read more

Cardamom - Mediterranean Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

Excellent choice for a birthday celebratory meal. We had a reservation for 6 pm and started with well crafted cocktails and hot beverages. Did a repeat of the Moroccan cigars for the table. They are delectable treat. Get there early as the food is phenomenal and they tend to run out. My first and second choice, gone. But that was ok, it opened my horizons to try something I hadn't had before, the lamb burger, which was totally delish. My burger paired well with the kale side salad option. Everyone enjoyed their food. Some even ventured out of their comfort zone to try something they never thought they would eat, and ordered their own affogato. That was heaven in your mouth. The server was friendly and knowledgeable and worth the brief wait. The atmosphere told you to enjoy what was coming your way. read more

I'm biased because I love a museum restaurant, but Cardamom takes the cake as the most beautiful one I've been to so far. The space is bright and open, and the patio area is almost completely shaded. We came on a Wednesday for lunch and were seated right away. The service was friendly and quick and the food didn't take too long to come out. I got the Chicken Shawarma Pita, which was more filling than it looks. The different textures came together nicely. The prices aren't too bad relative to being a museum restaurant either. Would definitely recommend after appreciating some art! read more

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I was at the Walker for a later evening event & needed a little caffeine push. I checked online to see if they even offered cafe drinks (coffee, tea, etc) later at night & they do! I ended up placing my order online vs at the counter and it said 25-30 wait so I walked over at 8:25 to check on my order and they didn't even I know an online order came in, I told them what I ordered and told them I'd be back in about 5 minutes. My drink was ready when I came back but I think they made me a regular iced latte vs the Cardi Latte I ordered. It was still good. The place was semi busy for a Thursday night. A lot of people were between there and the Walker for the Free Thursday event. I'd for sure stop back in again next time I'm at the Walker. read more

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Not much staff for everyone and don't get asked if I wanted water to start off. The staff are very warm and friendly. Very crowded and very warm due to it being controlled by the art museum. Ambiance is lacking the flare but it's good place to catch something to eat with friends or family members. Wait time is to take my order was approximately 15mins. Wait time for me to see my food less than 20min. The setting is very nature like. The water is self serve and at room temperature not cold enough. Tasty food. read more

Cardamom - Non-Alcoholic beverage - Mediterranean Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

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The mesh of the flavors in this restaurant's dishes are amazing. We tried the Moroccan cigars and cauliflower as starters. They were delicious appetizers. For our entree, we shared the chicken with couscous and that also had a wonderful flavor. Our server was very attentive and gave us great recommendations from the menu. The restaurant has great ambiance- the bar is beautiful, has great plants, love the paper screens between the tables and art on the wall. read more

All the food here was so good!!! I'm glad I checked the reviews, because the Moroccan cigars would not have stood out to me from the menu alone but they were one of my favorite items. We also tried to large mezze platter, the chicken kabsa, beet salad, and the bucatini. Everything was quite good!! I just wish they had larger plates to use when sharing items, and that they brought serving spoons. Especially with all the dips of the mezze platter, my tiny share plate and limited utensils got messy very quickly. My cocktails were just okay. Service was kind but extremely slow, not sure why but we were left lingering for a very long time. For three tired moms we just wanted to go to bed!! lol. Overall though, definitely the best museum food I've had but that isn't a very high bar to clear. Will be back when I'm in the mood for Mediterranean! read more

Came in for brunch with a few other friends and we had a great time! We immediately got sat down for our reservation and were greeted by our waiter. We got the first round of drinks which took a little longer than expected, but we didn't mind. We all ended up sharing apps and mains and the food is absolutely delicious!! They do such a great job of adding everything together nicely and it was all so flavorful. My only complaint is that the service was very mediocre. While our waiter was very kind and helpful to us, they often disappeared, especially towards the end when we were done eating. Overall, food was great and the ambiance is very nice!! I would come back again! read more

Cardamom - Mezze Platter, pita bread, and Greek salad - Mediterranean Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

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Wow! So happy a local barista recommended Cardamom when I asked somewhere I NEED to try. Walking in I could feel it was going to be great. Glass windows on the sides so you can see in along with a great big bar area. Plenty of tables too. I was solo and quickly seated at a table. I basically asked the server to pick out what I should eat and she did a tremendous job. That Roasted beet salad is a must try! Between the depths of flavor and how everything paired so well together. Chicken kabob was seasoned perfect. Bed of sauce and yogurt was another perfect combo. Finally, the pistachio affogato was to die for. You best believe I drank that up after it had melted. No shame when the food is that good. Future Michy/James Beard no joke. Cardamom is a must! read more

Cardamom - Chicken Kabob - Mediterranean Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

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What a stunning space attached to the Walker Art Center! It's definitely worth coming here for a bite or drink before or after the Walker, no matter the time of day. I hear they have an awesome brunch, and we loved getting a NA drink and snack here mid-afternoon. On popular days like weekends, free Thursday evenings at the Walker, and any British Arrow Awards day, I'd highly recommend making a rezy or putting your name in. We sat at the bar as walk-ins since it was pretty packed. The space is absolutely gorgeous! They did such a great job capturing the Mediterranean ambiance, and that goes for the food too. We got the hummus plate to share and snack on - it was so pretty and well-plated! We both opted for NA beverages and I enjoyed their hot chai. It's a bit more elevated, so expect the prices to reflect that. Oh, and definitely stop by in the nicer months to enjoy their outdoor patio! read more

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I don't know how I had never been to Cardamom before! Before an afternoon visit to the walker we decided to go in for a brunch date and I already can't wait to go back! The French toast was so delicious and the Mezze platter was just as tasty as it was beautiful! Definitely order more pita bread for dipping! The drinks were also very good. The staff was friendly and was happy to answer all the questions I had about the Turkish inspired menu. The space is bright, beautiful and open with a patio and plenty of seating available. We did not have a wait at 11:30 brunch time but the restaurant was pretty full. A great spot to check out! read more

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Cute and vibey place within MIA. The mezze platter had so much variety, the hummus was light and had great balance. The fried chicken pita was a little bland and dry. I ended up mostly just eating the chicken. The lamb burger wasn't too gamey and had a lot of flavor. The fried potatoes side portion was generous. However, the service was not very attentive. When the mezze platter hit the table we were trying to flag someone down to ask about an ingredient for a guest with allergies and it took 15 minutes, when there were only 3 tables of patrons at the time. read more

Cardamom - Mezze Platter - Mediterranean Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

I love Mediterranean food and Middle Eastern influenced cuisine. We thought the portions on the appetizer menu were going to be small even though they said they were good for sharing. Wow, were we surprised. Light appetizers turned into a full-blown meal. Everything was just delightful. The combination of plates included: HUMMUS:chickpea spread, paprika, olives, pita- all good. CUCUMBER AND HONEYDEW was a green goddess, feta, dukkah, dill, and chervil, - a pleasant surprise. MARINATED OLIVES came with labneh, Prosciutto, and Pita - so yummy. The 4 Moroccan Cigars!! tasted delightful. For my drink of choice, I had the pineapple mocktail: SOUMAKI pineapple, sumac, lime, carbonation. The most pleasant surprise was the cucumber and honeydew. It was so light and refreshing. Hands down, my favorite appetizer was the Moroccan Cigars. Just a party of flavor in mouth. The service was great and we the ambience- a delight. read more

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It's...fine. The food was good and nothing to complain about but nothing quite memorable either. The prices are rather steep. And the service, while welcoming, was very slow. (This was the dinner, I've heard the brunch is better.) But it's not bad, just an acceptably above-average experience. read more

We enjoyed a great Mediterranean breakfast before hitting the museum. Fun atmosphere and attentive service! read more

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The food was incredible!! We just had appetizers but we're so pleased with the ones we had!! I'd highly recommend checking this place out before you go view the exhibitions on a Thursday night for Walker Free Thursdays! A great date experience or a fun friend night! We had the platter, which was so good! You could add extra pita for an additional cost and we did because we loved the dips so much! It's like a little taste of all the food options they have there. We also had the cigars which were pretty good but the platter was the winner! read more

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Lovely, light, bright spaice inside the Walker & overlooking the Sculpture Garden. Lots M noof GF options! Server was well versed in menu. Great beverage options: coffee, tea, wine! read more

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Excellent restaurant at the Walker Art Center. Are here for the convenience but the food was delicious. Had the lamb burger which came with very tasty roasted fingerling potatoes. Beautiful setting and attentive service. read more

I've been to Cardamom for brunch a couple of times now and I tend to gravitate toward the same menu item: Turkish Eggs. I really love it. The kebabs always have really good flavor and the potato churros are extra tasty as well. I love dipping the flatbread into the runny yolk too. If you don't like runny yolk, it might not be for you unless they are able to make changes to how they cook the egg. I tried a Pistachio Latte and that was really delicious too! Plenty of Pistachio flavor and just the right amount of sweetness. On top of that, the restaurant is absolutely beautiful and aesthetically pleasing and the service is always top notch. Quick and efficient. read more

Cardamom - Turkish Eggs - Mediterranean Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

We had a wonderful dining experience here! The ambiance is very bright with the natural light and has plenty of beautiful plants across the restaurant. They had a mix of bar, patio (weather permitting) and indoor dining seating available. We had a group of four and shared a few dishes. We ordered the Mezze platter that came with a variety of dips, spread, seasonal veggies, and pita bread. We also got the fried eggplant schnitzel & fried potatoes. Everything was very flavorful and I loved the addition of a spicy sauce. As for the drinks, we got the mercurial, Gazoz, equinox and soumaki (mocktail- was just an elevated pineapple juice). The gazoz & equinox was the table favorite! Overall, we had really great service and the food was delicious. If you're around the area or checking out the Walker make sure you check this out! You can make reservations or you can walk in. We waited which was fine because we had some time to roam around and check out the exhibits. read more

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I enjoyed a delicious lunch at Cardamom with a friend and 3 young kids. It's definitely a more upscale experience but still worked out for our group of antsy preschoolers and a toddler. Our waiter was phenomenal and made excellent recommendations for food and drinks. I ended up with the kale salad with fried chicken and a delicious blueberry sour from their rotating beer menu. I LOVED both! The salad was light and refreshing and so flavorful. Highly recommend. The chicken tenders kids meals were yummy too and the "fries" were so unique! They were crispy on the outside but super soft, almost like a mashed potato on the inside. Parking in the underground garage is $7. We didn't have any wait at like 11:45am on the free first Saturday event at the museum. read more

Cardamom - Kale salad with fried chicken - Mediterranean Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

We very much enjoyed our dinner on a Friday, but we're very surprised that the place was jampacked full at 5 PM. It's a light and airy very modern space, but that means it's all hard surfaces and very very noisy. The food is excellent. It's a small menu, but carefully curated. We very much enjoyed the interesting cocktails, we chose, as well as the "cigars" and the other items we ate. This is very nice Mediterranean/Arabic food. Service was attentive and fast, particularly considering how crowded the place was. read more

The food here is amazing, but the main reason I come is for the pulled lamb shawarma. It's absolutely delicious, and I really hope you bring it back! read more

Very nice Server. Nice casual atmosphere before the show. The Mulled Wine was very good, as well as the Hummus appetizer. I think the hummus should be in a different bowl because it was tricky to scoop out, the way the sides bowed out! read more

Located inside the Walker, Cardamom is a work of art in itself. With plenty of natural lighting, modern wooden tables and chairs, pops of green from thriving plants and excellent staff, this is a perfect spot, day or evening, for delicious food. We recently visited on a Saturday night for a few sharable bites and were immediately welcomed into the inviting space. The hummus plate comes with warm, folded pita bread, creamy, olive oil bathed hummus, and a small dish of salty olives. Upon recommendation from our waiter, we ordered the kale garden salad, adding four falafels - the move! Well massaged kale is seasoned and dressed in a creamy green goddess with delicately shaved parmesan and pistachio crumbles. The addition of the falafel made it a bit more filling with their crisp and crunchy exterior and moist and flavorful interior - delightful! I would definitely come back during the summer months for patio drinks or a Sunday brunch. I do think some of Daniel del Prado's other spots are superior to Cardamom (namely Rosalia, Martina and Sanjusan), but still worth checking out if you are in the neighborhood! read more

Cardamom - kale garden salad (add falafel) - Mediterranean Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

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The cauliflower burrata was flavorful! Although carbonated cocktails aren't my thing, I enjoyed the visual of both Gazoz and Samos, very special, gotta to give it a try. Service was non-intrusive, which I really appreciated. Overall a great place to enjoy a decent dinner along with museum visit. read more

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Cardamom is a gorgeous restaurant! It was the perfect spot for brunch on a weekday. My pistachio latte was great and the Turkish eggs with potato churros (!!!), smoked salmon bagel, and French toast with pistachio and mascarpone were delicious. The kale salad and baba ghanoush (eggplant dip) were group favorites. Service was impeccable, too! read more

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I love that Cardamom is located adjacent to the Walker Art Museum. It is the perfect treat after walking around at the museum. I was there on a Thursday and there was plenty of open seating around 7:00 pm. Service was on top of helping us with whatever we needed. Cardamom is an Aegean & Mediterranean restaurant and is styled to match! The Hummus is amazing and big enough to easily be its own meal. There was so much hummus that extra pitas were needed to finish it and every bite was enjoyed! The hummus comes with marinated olives and pickled eggplant. These were easily some of the best marinated olives and pickled eggplant I have had. My cocktail of choice was the Gazoz and it allowed the drinker to add any alcohol that they prefer. I chose Gin and enjoyed it but I think it would be great with vodka. This drink came dressed up with fruit, herbs, and flowers adorning it. read more

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We ordered an herbal tea and a cappuccino at Cardamom while trying to kill some time between Skyline mini-golf (on the roof of The Walker) and the opening of the museum for 'Free Thursday Evenings'. With a soft neutral color palette and minimal design, this aesthetically beautiful cafe/restaurant offers indoor and outdoor seating. We thought it was a little pricey and the cappuccino was on the small side, although they did bring a glass teapot of herbal tea which provided at least two cups. Service was attentive. read more

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Brought my cousins/significant others out to dinner at Cardamom recently, and was very impressed. Did not know what to expect, as it's in the Walker Art center & places like this can be hit or miss, but this was excellent, very fresh/bright flavors, prompt and friendly service, and not crazy expensive A few highlights: the lamb shawarma was melt in your mouth tender, light and airy pita & lovely herb salad accompanying. Chicken skewer with muhammara was so fresh and great spice on the chicken. Paired with a Slovenian Sauv Blanc, which was new to me, and very crisp/smooth finish Highly recommend this for any Walker Art goers or any other occasion where you happen upon this area read more

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Located within the Walker Art Center, this place is a great stop after your trip through the Walker or even your only reason to come down to the Walker! Like their sister restaurants, this place is also very visually appealing. I was scared I wouldn't be able to take any nice pictures of their food, but this place was definitely well-lit for how dark and gloomy it was outside. For two people, we ordered baba ganoush, cauliflower burrata, and the pulled lamb schwarma and had some leftover for the next day. Honestly, everything was so well-seasoned and soooo good. I remember just being speechless after initial bite. My personal favorite (if you can handle dairy) would be the cauliflower burrata. This place easily will be a spot I recommend people to. I'll be back for lunch one of these days. read more

Cardamom - Cauliflower burrata - Mediterranean Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

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Cardamom was a total surprise. I was expecting solid good food and was completely blown away by the overall experience. First, this is not just a cafe in a museum - it is a hidden gem! Definitely get something from the bar - our latte was amazingly good. I wish I could have it daily. The food is just as incredible.; while the chicken pita looks to be minimal it was nothing of the sort. Instead, it was packed with flavor and was a full contemporary meal without the added layers of too many ingredients. Of course the potatoes were just as good as expected. Fried to perfection with enough of other aspects to vary the flavor in each bite. The restaurant is right inside the building, but if you are parking there is a charge. Enjoy. read more

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Wow! Very impressed with the restaurant, and the view! The only place missing in Minneapolis is there good Mediterranean restaurant and this is it. We ordered the baba ghanoush, Turkish style, eggs, and Lamb burger. Everything was extra delicious with those Mediterranean flavours. The only other request I would ask next time is to cook the lamb a little bit longer, too pink inside. read more

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