I celebrated my birthday at Maison Margaux. It was a last-minute decision and realizing that the…read morerestaurant was booked that day, we tried to come early to perhaps get an open table. The staff (especially Tyson) was amazing. They made us feel welcomed. Their hospitality was truly like I had known them for years. The atmosphere was elegant, warm and thoughtfully designed. Everything was executed with great care and attention to detail. Hannah was our server, and she had such knowledge and made it fun. The chefs were even friendly and gave us good ideas on what dishes to try. They made my birthday truly memorable!! I will definitely be back...my mouth is still salivating over the menu.

Made reservations for Valentines day and unfortunately they were backed up so we had to wait for 20…read moreminutes... Although this was a slight inconvenience the staff made up for it with hospitality. Huge shout out to Nicholas for elevating the dining experience. The service was attentive, food was great and the ambiance was superb.

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

Bûcheron was highly recommended by local friends that live in Minneapolis particularly after it was…read morenominated 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

Popped in for a Late Lunch and landed in Happy Hour! Fun cocktail menu and a great happy food…read morespecials. The Oysers are served raw on ice. The highlight was the Frozen Rose Mignonette served with my oysters. Happy hour is at the bar or in the lounge. My server recommend the Croque Monsieur Bites and they were delicious! The Vibe is upscale Urban. The only reason I knew it was in a hotel are the bathrooms are past the hotel lobby.

Gorgeous restaurant and very friendly staff. The french onion soup was everything you'd want in a…read morefrench onion soup -- well salted, generous bread chunks, and a generous covering of broiled cheese on top. The bearnaise sauce that comes with the steak frites was a little bland but the steak was perfectly salted and juicy. The brunch hash browns tasted standard and the portion was generous. The brunch New York Medallion is a smaller portion than dinner, and comes with fries. There is street parking and the Stadium Parking ramp across the street. If there are no events at the stadium that day, you can ask Chloe for a ticket that will reduce the cost to $4. There is no restroom inside the restaurant itself -- you need to go through the connected lobby and use that restroom.

Is this the best dinner I've had in Mpls? It might be!…read more Came in for Valentine's Day on an almost accident. My partner said, "ever been to Fhimas? I think it's French?" And I was on board. We made reservations without another thought. I ended up googling the menu and realizing my partner was a little off on what type of cuisine this was and I was in unfamiliar territory though still excited to try. We loved every second of our experience here! The decor was amazing, the service was exceptional, the food was to die for. They had a special Valentine's Day menu which included beef Wellington for two, so we got that. Asked if it had sides and they said no. I asked if a veg was possible, expecting frozen, microwaved bland veggies. We got beautifully roasted, seasoned veggies that were amazing. Plus the beef Wellington was melting in our mouths. Cocktails were also exceptional. We had an espresso martini and old fashioned which came with a table side experience. We ended our adventure with the sticky toffee torte which was another exceptional dish. Our server was so kind and so so knowledgeable about every item and restaurant in the owners catalog. Very impressive all around.

Wanted to like this place. Inventive cocktail menu. Interesting M.E. Food options. Ultimately not…read moreserved water for 30 minutes until flagging someone down. Tables all around the restaurant, including the bar, left from previous patrons. Looks like a bomb went off. After 1+ hour, most of the tables are still covered in dirty plates and napkins. It's not that busy, maybe 10-20% full from 8:30 pm and beyond. Vibes = 2/10. What about the food? I've traveled all over the Mediterranean and Middle East. I'd give the Shashuka a 5-6 out of 10. It was supposed to be served with crepes and I had visions of Saluf and Sons Yemeni restaurant in Tel Aviv (now closed). Here it was served with a French bread / hot dog bun. Crepe???? I guess French bread and crepes are from the same country, but count me as unimpressed.

We had such a great experience at Demi tonight! After a not so great experience at Spoon and Stable…read more(same chef), I had low expectations. I am so happy I thought wrong. We were greeted at the entrance, jackets were taken, and drinks offered while we waited. The waiting space was small and a little awkward but it was fun to get serve right away with a friendly bartender. Seating is around the small, intimate bar where you observe the chefs preparing every dish for the night. The servers are shared so you don't get just one person for the night. We are not wine people, but I'd still recommend doing the wine pairings ,which is an extra add on. It was really fun to learn about the different wines and how they tasted with the plates. There is some down time in-between courses but nothing ever felt too long. It seemed like a perfect time to converse and enjoy watching the chefs do their thing. It took about 2.5hrs to finish our nine course meal. The courses were so tasty! I was a little nervous because of previous reviews but we really felt like every dish was put together nicely. We were so impressed with how intricate each dish was and how many ingredients came together. A favorite was the wagyu ribeye. Just so delicious. Yes, I wanted more, but it was about trying small plates and things you've never thought you'd try before. I was full and buzzed by the end of it. I also really appreciated getting the menu at the end of dinner. The whole time I was like what the heck did I just eat? Now, I can reflect on it even more. You are seated next to people but there was plenty of space where I didn't feel like my privacy was invaded. Everything about this experience felt intimate and well put together. Such amazing talent and delicious meals put together right in front of us.

I have hesitated to write this review. But in the end - I had to be honest about my overall…read moreexperience. Demi had been on my list for a long time, and we finally decided to experience it. There is a lot to say about this restaurant, and most of it is very good. The ambiance had perfect energy. It felt lively, but never loud or overwhelming. It struck a really nice balance for a special night out. You could comfortably enjoy the experience and conversation. The service was exceptional. Not just friendly, but incredibly knowledgeable. Every course and every pairing was explained in detail, and the staff clearly knew their craft. Service - they absolutely delivered. We chose The W.C. Whitney Menu. I had the Premium Wine Pairing, which was excellent and very well done. My wife chose the Temperance Pairing since she does not drink alcohol. This was one of the few disappointments of the evening. Many of the drinks were designed to mimic the taste of cocktails and wine, while my wife does not care for the taste of alcoholic drinks. When it came to the food, there was a range. Some dishes were truly outstanding and worthy of Demi's reputation. Some were good but not exactly great. And honestly, a few were mediocre. With a tasting menu, you expect some variation, but at this level and at this price, mediocre does not cut it. Here's what it really comes down to. I would rate the experience itself 5-stars. But the cost of the evening did not come close to matching what was delivered. I was not looking for, or expecting value! We spent over $700 for the evening. Demi is very good. The service is exceptional. The ambiance is awesome. Much of the food is outstanding. But in my opinion, the overall experience did not justify the extremely high cost.

Came here on a Friday night for a few drinks and food…read more Good vibes in here. Love the location of the place. The ambiance is relaxed, low light as soon as you walk in and the place is buzzing with energy. The food and drinks here are amazing. Got some oysters to share.. so fresh and light, with all the fixings just as you would like. Perfect. Also the fries were chefs kiss. Super light and fluffy and flavorful.. always a perfect addition to any meal! I got the short rib and lemme tell ya... super good. Packed full of flavor, good quality meat.. very good! Wouldn't change much about it. It was a larger, more filling dish, and this with the addition of the apps was more than enough. I got my typical grey goose club soda lemon lime and they were actually served fairly strong ( will never complain about that lol). Waitress was good.. she definitely checked on us a lot, I wish that she would checked on us a bit less because it did become a bit much at a certain point. I would definitely come back here!

A very cute restaurant in Minneapolis! I came here for an early brunch and loved the cozy interior…read morethe moment I walked in. They have a variety of French style dishes and unlimited coffee refills. On a large chalkboard by the bar there's a list of specials as well. I started with the carrot squash soup which was so fall in a bowl. Comforting and creamy. The accompanied crispy bread piece was great too. I also for the buckwheat savory crepe that was filled with mushroom and spinach and it was filling. The buckwheat makes the crepe a little thicker I think. Plate comes with poached eggs and the yolkiness helps bind everything together. The side house salad was also very refreshing too. Overall, a really cute spot that I'd recommend! I heard their dinner is quite good too.

The bar the food the cute quaint cozy atmosphere. The drinks. I would hands down recommend this…read moreplace. Good vibes. The flavors in each bite were a mouthful of orgasmic

I can't believe I haven't reviewed St. Gen's yet! It's definitely a splurge, but usually worth it…read more I usually get the Parisian gnocchi, and my partner has tried a number of items from the menu and generally enjoyed them all. They have an extensive wine collection, but I've enjoyed the mocktail they make the past few times I've gone. The olive oil cake is a must try - absolutely mouthwatering. I like the bistro feel and love sitting outside when the weather is nice. I've always had wonderful servers as well. I will say, the preparation of the Parisian gnocchi has changed, and I do prefer the previous preparation (though there may be some seasonal specifics for the change).

We got a back room before lady Gaga concert and my friend who is a regular knew what to order…read more Little sample plates of soup and tacos were well received. A shrimp Louie was a good choice and a few people had hamburgers and fish and steak which all looked amazing.

I thoroughly enjoyed my dinner at Meritage. My bestie and I celebrated her 30th birthday and wanted…read moreto be somewhere that felt like a Parisian restaurant. We were not disappointed. Our server, Freeman, was attentive and gave great recommendations. He was knowledgeable on the menu and spoke french! He was such a joy! We ordered the chicken liver smear which tasted sweet and salty. It was the perfect first course to start our meal. We then moved onto the cassoulet. We did not enjoy this, the duck confit base was a bit too heavily oiled for us so instead we ordered the steak frites and burger. We loved our second choices and were happy with those selections. Then, we ordered affogato for dessert. Meritage makes their ice cream homemade and it was a good ending to the meal. The restaurant was busy but voices did not carry. It was a beautiful dinner and I would recommend anyone who likes French cuisine to visit!

Juliette was an amazing server and made the food and experience come to life. The atmosphere and…read moreplace created the vibe.

Lizzie was our server and she was amazing! so sweet and nice! Highly recommend! Amazing food and…read moreservice!

Went to the tasting room for the first time and I loved it! Only went for a pre show sip on…read moreThursday night and there was plenty of space, very intimate with dim lighting and different seating options. The staff were super sweet and allowed us to enjoy our time. Looking forward to my return, and to try some of their snacks!

Nico is always attentive and very engaging. He is an ocean of knowledge in wine and pairings. The…read morefood is always great! the cheese plate is very complimentary to the wine that is suggested and most importantly it is fresh! the truffle chips are unique and pizzas are tasty! This is a place any wine enthusiast would enjoy and learn. the place is perfect for date nights, business meetings and get togethers with friend and family and sometimes you get to make new friends while you are there!