I came here for a graduation lunch with 9 people and we were seated right away and our waitress,…read moreAshley, was very personable, friendly, and provided exceptional customer service. I tried the boiled shrimp, crab cake Niçoise salad, and the jambalaya. I was pleased with all the food! The flavor in the jambalaya was the perfect balance of spicy and salty. I would definitely come here again!

I've been coming for years and the Connecticut lobster roll is still the best in town. Cajun fries…read moreare good too! Good service. Some days you get a good 90s RnB playlist. Our waitress changed the music upon request on a slow afternoon. Great happy hour specials from 3-6pm, like the wings, shrimp basket or sliders, and cheaper cocktails and $6 wine. The white wine on happy hour was surprisingly really good. Nice big side patio in warm months off the busy street. Pull tabs. It's a good time for a chill meal. The one in Bloomington has theme music and dj nights, and the crab boil is made with non-pork sausage I can actually eat.

I love a good crab boil and Captain Crab is the best location I've found for it! The crab boil is…read moreso delicious and the portion sizes are unbelievable! My husband and I have been here multiple times and each time we typically order the Commander's platter with Boom Boom sauce (mix of all the other flavors) with Fire spiciness. As scary as it sounds, the Fire is just the right amount of heat in our opinion if you like food on the spicy side. We'll throw in some broccoli, smoked sausage, and order a side of rice to round the meal out. Everything is always seasoned perfectly and there's enough to enjoy leftovers the next day too. With the maritime decor, delicious food, and friendly service, we'll be coming here for a while!

The sea/pirate theme is so cool here. There's a Jack Sparrow in the entry that definitely sold this…read moreplace for me. We had the hush puppies, mozzarella sticks, and Commador combo. Three of us split and we had a ton for left overs. The medium wasn't very spicy at all, so I would go hotter in the future. Our server was super busy, but still managed to get me like 10 refills! Very attentive!

Was in town for work and came across this restaurant. We talked in Saturday for dinner and sat at…read morethe bar as they had an hour long wait for walk ins. We had a great time at Spoon and Stable and the bartenders were super friendly and gave us great recs! We enjoyed everything we ordered. Highly recommend this place :) Will come back when I am in Minneapolis!!

How on earth is this place still open. The food here is overcooked, tastes like spoiled food, &…read moreterrible service all around. Especially their desserts tastes really old. Everytime I've tried something here, I get a stomach ache for couple days, especially their old tasting desserts. 1st time stomach I thought it was just a fluke. Third try & 3 stomach aches later from the same place here & you're out of my books lol. Never again, No clue how this place has any business. I'm so glad more places have opened up in NL. Especially the Bellecour restaurant, the desserts there are 1000x better than the days tasting old crap that is served here at SnS. The interior is gorgeous, however, the entire establishment is a 0/10. I would not recommend this place to anyone. What an embarrassment this place is serving bad food to patrons. I recommend spending money at Porzana, Bar La Grassa, Bellecour... anywhere but here. This place is a joke for food. So embarrassing!

A buddy and I decided to pop into this newish spot on a cold January Thursday to check it out after…read moreseeing favorable mentions of it online. Plus with our spouses out of town it was a great excuse for a "boys night out" in downtown. Things were a bit quiet (it's January after all) but that was ok with me. We sat in a great two-person booth facing the huge bar. The restaurant features inventive cocktails so I had my usual when places have skilled bartenders-Markers Mark whiskey sour-made perfectly. The food menu features a lot of very reasonably priced fish and seafood dishes and some pricey steaks like a fillet for $88 (wow!). Sides are separate and they've got a long list of tantalizing starters too although you MUST try the amazing shrimp/avocado boats-4 crunchy little endive boats with a delicious ceviche-like mixture of tiny shrimp. Scrumptious!! And just a lite bite so you definitely have room for the fluffy grougheres with the fontina cheese dip. We tried the hanger steak-nicely prepared and the seared halibut with a Moroccan-style sauce-very interesting. For sides we loved the potato pave(square of scalloped potatoes) and the fried eggplant with a sticky honey bbq drizzle. Our server Dominica took excellent care of us a Carl did a nice job assisting-water glasses were always full (to me a mark of a well run place). Alas, as with all the spots on Washington parking can be an issue. They offer valet ($15) but I luckily found a spot on the street 1-block down. Definitely will be back soon.

I would skip St. Pierre. I went in hoping for a slightly elevated happy hour that could turn into…read moredinner if the food delivered, but the experience did not justify the price point or reputation. We arrived around 5:30 p.m., about 30 minutes after opening. The room was dark, cramped, and louder than the small space can really support. The playlist was distracting, and the kitchen staff audibly singing along did not help the atmosphere. Service was well-intentioned but missed the mark. Our server could not tell us whether the main component of a dish was cucumber, fennel, both, or something else, which is a basic menu question at this price point. Timing was off throughout the meal, so if you are expecting polished, well-paced service, I would look elsewhere. The food was the biggest disappointment. I could see an attempt at creativity, but the dishes felt more confused than composed. Several flavors landed at extremes: too sweet, too spicy, or too heavy on fishy funk, without enough balance to pull them together. It felt like "fusion" without a clear point of view. Parking is also difficult in this part of the North Loop, so plan for a ramp, valet, or extra time and money. I would not return for happy hour, dinner, a hosted meal, or a special occasion.

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.

We had such a great experience at Crafty Crab! Everything was fresh, flavorful, and cooked…read moreperfectly. The lobster tail was absolutely delicious, tender, buttery, and worth every bite. We also added king crab, and it did NOT disappoint. So good! You truly can't go wrong with the Boom Mix. We ordered it medium spice and it was the perfect blend of flavor with just the right amount of heat without overpowering the seafood. Great food, great seasoning, and overall a super fun dining experience, especially for a group! We'll definitely be back!

I walked into Crafty Crab fully intending to go all‑in on a seafood boil... and then completely…read morechanged my mind at the last second. Zero regrets. Even without ordering their famous boil, everything I tried was fantastic. The flavors were bold, the seasoning was on point, and the portions were generous enough that I didn't feel like I'd missed out on anything. I went with a mix of appetizers and entrées instead, and honestly, each one held its own. The fried items were crispy without being greasy, the seasoning had that perfect Cajun kick, and the sides were way better than your average seafood spot. Service was friendly, the vibe was relaxed, and the food came out hot and fast. Next time I'll finally try the boil--but if you're on the fence or just not in the mood for it, trust me: you'll still eat well here. Crafty Crab delivered, boil or no boil. I'll definitely be back.

We went for the happy hour roast beef sandwich special, and it was...fine. It's a big beer and a…read moresandwich for $14, so the price is right, it just wasn't amazing. the interior is classic-dark pub style (with interesting stained glass windows), lots of tables and a upstairs. the place is BIG and has a huge parking lot. The outdoor space is quaint, with sun and shade, a fireplace and a little brook. It gives German watermill-town vibes, and was a nice surprise since you can't tell from the street (the courtyard is walled). We got the Perogies, which were fantastic. They my favorite thing I ate, just perfectly crisped a tad and savory. The Beef short rib in pastry with brie was also yummy, but small. All the apps are actually apps, so don't expect a ton of food from them. Servers and hosts were very friendly. The place was packed, but it just wasn't my vibe, and I wasn't blown away by the food.

We went to Jax for a brunch, which is a different experience than dinner. (which I haven't had…read morethere, so this is specifically about the brunch) FOOD: above average and classy. I had an omelette. I especially like their bottomless mimosas. SERVICE: very professional, accommodating (even with some of my persnickety requests), and friendly. PARKING: easy in their lot AMBIANCE: upscale/formal. Perfect for an upscale brunch with friends, but I could see it also as a very good fancy date night.

From the east coast and I finally found you! Beautiful selection of fresh and frozen seafood and…read morethe store is clean and well organized. The bairdi crab we chose were x-large if not colossal in size and tasted amazing!!! The service is second to none. Thank you to the entire staff working on Saturday, April 11 around 3pm for a perfect first experience. We WILL be back! Petersen Family Rochester, MN

Not a bad spot for some seafood! I think it was a huge letdown that they wouldn't allow you to pick…read moreout your fish from the counter and have the chefs prepare it. Big miss in my book especially when numerous other fish market concepts do that. The food was okay overall -- nothing particularly stood out and a lot of the stuff was overcooked just a touch unfortunately. So (1) cook the products to perfection and (2) consider letting customers directly pick out fish that they want you to grill. They did have a nice deli/imported products section where I picked up some of the most insane iberico ham that I had ever seen.

Food: The boneless chicken bites were a hit. It looks/tastes like an in-house chicken ground…read moretempura, served with a sweet & sour sauce. Sooo good! We also split a happy hour burger and each had a hand roll - they serve it fancy with a plastic sheet above the seaweed to avoid sogginess (didn't catch a pic of this but presentation was very nice!) The showstopper was the local vanilla ice cream with sesame oil (a nice twist on the olive oil on ice cream trend) and Maldon sea salt flakes. Truly such a simple yet exquisite dessert. Service: we sat at the bar and service was friendly and attentive. Our bartender/servers let us know about the happy hour and suggested a great grapefruit NA drink. Ambiance: it's a quaint and modern looking bar. Overall it's approachable but probably not great for a large group without a reservation or private party.

Had a reservation and waited 35+ minutes to sit and then they tried to seat us in the pikok lounge…read morewhen the reservation was for minari. When I asked to be seated in minari the hostess asked "why we cared so much" and seemed very annoyed with us. (Again we made sure our reservations were specifically for Minari, and the lounge was extremely loud which we did not want) Very off putting start to the night and I think this made it hard to really enjoy ourselves for the duration of our time there. I think first impressions really make or break the experience and unfortunately this was not a good one. Our server was great and very helpful though which was a good change! Would get the KFC wings again those were super flavorful and crispy but probably would try all new dishes next time. The dishes were all decent but I expected them to have more flavor packed in them. Would love to go back to try the dim sum but am not sure how soon I'd go back after having such a bad start :(

Truly an unbelievable dinner!!…read more Got a reservation about two weeks in advance for our group of 4 for a Friday night. We got 8pm and it was just perfect. We were told that the mussels were a must get, and I can not restate this enough. The mussels are a MUST GET. They were unbelievable and SOOO many mussels. Our waiter Andy was truly outstanding. We really aren't picky eaters and we just asked Andy to assemble dishes for us to get a good tasting of the menu while staying in a certain budget and he exceeded it. We had the sweet corn agnolotto and it was truly out of this world. Just truly loved this dish. Creamy, flavorful and so perfect. We had a few Argentinian steaks and the one was Gorgonzola cream was truly incredible. You just get the papas bravas and the mushrooms were just delicious as well. If you are a vegetarian, you will have sooooo many options here that are so satisfying. You can not skip dessert, the gelato was our favorite. The wine selection is incredible. Again -- this spot was just incredible. HUGE shoutout to Andy F , he curated the best dishes and made the night so special.

Came here for brunch recently (my second time having brunch here) and it's quickly becoming one of…read moremy favorite spots as someone who's not a fan of traditional American breakfast. My first time I had the Turkish Eggs (not pictured) and OMG. That is the only way I want all my egg dishes prepared now. This time we started with Pa amb tomaquet which was a perfect balance of acidic, salty, and crunchy. Even if you're not an anchovies fan I recommend giving this dish a try as the texture is undetectable. My main was entraña steak w/ chimichurri sauce and two over medium eggs. Everything was perfectly prepared (per usual for this place) and I appreciated that the steak was the same price as the dinner menu but with the added value of the eggs. Definitely recommend for a group brunch experience!