Fantastic spot to sit down for a nice meal in Apple Valley. The restaurant is large and has plenty…read moreof seating. There's a large bar you can sit at as well. You can make reservations and they have an app with a loyalty program. There often is a wait during dinner time, so if you can plan ahead I would make a reservation. Tavern Grill recently revamped their menu and they have some really great dishes! Some notable dishes: -- The Thai Chicken Lettuce Wraps appetizer is SO fresh and flavorful! You can add on cashews and avocado. The avocado slices were so thick and fresh. The wonton strips were some of the best I've had -- so light and crispy. The thai peanut sauce on the chicken was fantastic and the ginger sauce had a pretty decent kick to it. -- The Chicken Skewers entree is my go-to dish. It's such a classic and it has consistently been good every time I've ordered it. The chicken is juicy and the peppers and onions have a nice charred grilled flavor. The garlic parmesan sauce complements the dish well. -- The Chicken Wild Rice Soup is on the chunkier side, which I enjoyed! It was nice and creamy and didn't skimp out on the wild rice. The Clam Chowder served on Fridays was a little too salty. -- The Skillet Cookie is so warm and gooey! The ice cream melts right into the warm cookie. The cookie is on the doughier side and the outside is on the softer side. It's almost the size of the entire plate, so it's easily shareable between a few people. -- The Fish Fry Basket doesn't taste too greasy, and the tarter sauce complements the fish well. The fish has a clean flavor and on Fridays you can get a refill of 4 pieces of fried fish for an additional $7.50. You can add on their seasoned sour cream for an additional cost. The seasoned sour cream is thick and adds so much flavor to the waffle fries. Last time I was there I received very friendly and attentive service from Sam.

I would use caution when dining here. I checked my pending charges and it was more than I tipped…read moreand the bill. I tipped 25% and was generous. They still tried to weasel more money. I called next day and was left on hold. Then hung up on. After calling back multiple times they didn't answer call. I called from a different number and they answered. Spoke to Mike who claimed he was the GM. Mike was rude didn't want to help. I explained they charged me quite a bit more than the tip and bill. He stated he wasn't there and he couldn't explain why I was charged more. Said he wouldn't fix the bill but couldn't explain why I was charged more. I told him then he should just remove the tip and have it match the receipt. He said he wouldn't do that because I digested the food. I stated I'd pay for the food but you aren't going to tip your establishment 50% of my bill when I never authorized that. He hung up on me. Response to Tavern T the owner. As you may have read I already spoke to Mike who claimed he was the GM and he wouldn't resolve the issue. Why would it be different now? I even advised Mike I would be writing reviews and potentially filing a lawsuit. It wasn't about the money as much as principle. He laughed and said he encourages me to. Clearly he doesn't care about his patrons and is willing to lose business over small amounts of money

We were looking for some variety and to try somewhere different than our usual go-to, so we checked…read moreout SALA Thai Kitchen! Located in a strip mall, there was plenty of parking available. The space itself is quaint, and minimally decorated with some generic artwork and tables. It's pretty obvious that this spot is primarily for takeout, but we had great service eating in. We ordered the special egg rolls and fried dumplings! Both were served incredibly hot, which was great, except we had to be a bit patient before diving in. I had the Panang Curry, which was fresh, had a medium heat to it, and included a great serving of chicken and veggies. I wish it was a bit thicker, but that's mostly a personal preference. We will definitely keep this spot on our list for future takeout opportunities!

We've had takeout from SALA Thai a few times now, and it has become our go-to Thai restaurant in…read morethe area! Prices are fair, the food is delicious, and there are large, fresh vegetables in the curries and dishes. Favorite dishes so far have been the red curry and fresh spring rolls.

Ordered takeout from Tono and had a pretty mixed experience…read more We got the Don Carlo pizza with burrata, and unfortunately it didn't travel well. The burrata was completely melted by the time we got it, which made the pizza really messy and kind of soggy. It ended up being hard to eat, which was a bit disappointing. That said, the flavor of the pizza itself was still decent. The Italia salad was a highlight and really good. Ordering was super easy and convenient through their online system, and everything was ready quickly for pickup. The staff was also really nice, and the space looked great. Plenty of seating if you decide to dine in. I'd probably try it again, just maybe opt for a different pizza next time or dine in instead.

Came here for a low key date night and it was great! Plenty of free parking!…read more You can either order with a person up front, or there are computers when you first walk in (love that!) We used the computer and got the Tono and Don Carlo. Both were amazing! The Don Carlo however won my heart! This made it onto my "best pizza in Minnesota" list! It's creamy with the cool burrata cheese, salty, sweet with the hot honey(not too hot, Mn friendly) crunchy! Oh my gosh I was raving about it for days! We also got the beast mode fries. Those were VERY filling, and you get a lot! Also very tasty! If you have never been, this place has a ton of free sauces that you can just grab from the pick up counter or cooler! And alllll of them are good! The people who brought the food out were friendly and polite! Our only major "I wish they had" was more diet soda options or even better, zero sugar options on the fountain soda! If you haven't been, give this place a try!

The quality of food at this location is consistent and service is friendly. It gets super busy on…read moreFriday and Saturday during dinner time, so definitely join the waitlist ahead of time. The cactus blossom is a classic and the dipping sauce that comes with it goes well with the fried onions. The twisted mozzarella sticks are nice and crispy on the outside and gooey on the inside. They have A1 steak sauce available, and all day $5 10z margaritas (flavors are an additional dollar), long islands, and 16 oz Castle Danger Cream Ale. Their salad greens are super crisp and fresh. During peak times it gets very loud inside, but even during peak times food comes out pretty fast. I've also catered from this location for a party of around 40 people and they were super easy to work with. Service from Jeff was exceptional and the food arrived piping hot and on time. Catering delivery is available for an additional fee. The catered dishes tasted just as good as dining in. I would definitely cater from this location again!

The Early Dinner was at 4:15-5:15 pm yesterday! We each had an Entree two sides included with their…read moregreat Dinner rolls! I had the Beef Kabobs, Dinner Salad, and Rice as the 2 sides! Mistakenly ordered the Baked Potato! My Friend had the small 6 oz Sirloin and Baked Potato and Caesar Salad as his 2 sides! Everything was better than expected, a definite 4.5 ! Service while attentive was fine, extremely busy at 5 pm Friday! I'd highly recommend the food and prices were very reasonable! I don't care for their Payment method with a Tip recommendation of 10-15-20 % with the Custom option!! It's in your face ! It was the only Complaint I have! Ambiance is a Nosy Crowded Open Bar to the Dining area's! 3.5.... But it was Packed!!

Barley & Vine has been so hit and miss. Sometimes it is amazing and other times very poor. This…read morevisit was very good. Our group had several entrees and a large side of fries for the table. We have someone searching for the perfect fries. These were very good but not perfect - the search continues. We all sampled multiple entrees and were happy with ours. After a few bad burgers I won't order them here anymore. Don't miss the bread pudding - it is a highlight.

I went to Barley and Vine with a large group of around 16, and they did a fantastic job…read moreaccommodating us, and they managed to do it with fantastic service. Had us seated quickly and got drinks out pretty quickly. During this dinner I drank a Cherry Manhattan and ate Cajun Bourbon pasta. I typically love a Manhattan but I wasn't impressed with this Cherry Manhattan. It seemed like it was pure whisky and a drop of sweet Vermouth. The ratio of the cocktail was definitely all wrong. Good thing I like straight whiskey I guess. The Cajun Bourbon pasta was good, but I wouldn't venture to say great. It was overly creamy and just didn't pack any spice that you'd expect to be associated with Cajun. Overall it just lacked a richness in flavor. I would still recommend this spot despite food and drink being average. Barley and Vine had a beautiful location with some magnificent wood working that is a feast for the eyes. Additionally they bring in live music on Saturdays so that adds some enjoyment if you appreciate loud live music. 4/5 due to these many factors mentioned.

Great service, Great Beer and great food. The patio is dog friendly our dog loves going there to…read moreplay with the kids.

Lakeville Brewing Company has a great down-home, local feel that's hard to beat. It's clearly a…read morefamily-run, neighborhood spot with a welcoming vibe where everyone seems to know each other. The atmosphere is relaxed, friendly, and perfect for hanging out with locals or bringing family along. The food is genuinely good and hits the spot--solid comfort food that pairs perfectly with the neighborhood brewery vibe. You can tell care goes into what they serve. The only small hiccup was with a takeout order: I didn't realize there was a special sauce that everyone apparently knows to get, and it wasn't offered when I ordered. I learned about my mistake the hard way when I got home and was promptly chastised by my mom for not getting the sauce Totally my fault for not knowing the local secrets--I'm not from around these parts! All in all, a great local gem with good food, good people, and a strong neighborhood feel. I'll definitely be back--and next time, I'll be sure to ask for the sauce.

I've been curious to try this place since it's in my neighborhood but was a little hesitant after…read moremany mixed reviews. Our server greeted us with a bowl of popcorn to munch on while we looked at the menu. There are many tasty burger options to choose from. I had the San Diego smash burger (basil mayo on the side) and fries. The basil mayo was simple - mayo with slivers of basil in it. It didn't add much to the flavor of the burger so cold take or leave this. The fries were also pretty average but they give you a large portion. This restaurant has many tvs to watch a game and pull tabs if you are feeling lucky. They have decent food, good service and a fun atmosphere, I'm glad I gave newt's a try!

My friend and I went here to catch up. Vibe is super cute and the popcorn was delicious. We ordered…read morethe burgers and they were pretty mediocre. Nothing that I would crave or go back for. However, the fries were delicious as well as the cheese curds. The one thing I will point out is the server was very rude. My friend and I had not even finished half of our burgers when the waitress came up and asked if we would like to-go dishes. She had not offered the check nor dessert or anything else just the to-go dishes. I'm not sure if it had something to do with the dinner rush that was starting to come in, but it wasn't an overwhelmingly busy night and we had not even been there an hour or close to finishing our food. Absolutely unprofessional, please speak with your staff about proper service and communication with paying customers. It also should be noted that my friend and I are not white. I'm not sure if the waitress was trying to make room for the white customers but it definitely came off as such.

I love Beirut. It has quickly became one of my favorite local spots…read more It's great for both sit-down and takeout. Their online ordering system is super easy to use, and ordering in person is just as smooth. The menu has such a good variety, everything from fresh salads to wraps and kebab plates. Honestly, everything I've tried has been so good. The garlic sauce is a must, it's incredible. My go-to is the shawarma unwrapped because you get a huge portion and can build it exactly how you want. The food is fantastic and the portions are very generous. The space is clean with plenty of seating, and the staff is amazing. They're so friendly and always make sure you have everything you need.

Finally made it down to Beirut Street Food. We had been big fans of "The Port" for almost 20 years…read more The Sultan remains one of my all time favorite meals. Lebanese food is just one of those foods that we can't live without. So while we were sad when "The Port" closed, we were excited to hear they were opening Beirut Street Food. Today we ordered their Kabob family meal. That comes with a lot of our favorites. The choice of 4 kabobs, we picked chicken and kafta, 2 vegetable kabobs, salad, their delicious lebanese rice, bread and the addictive toum. We added a few grape leaves and extra bread to snack with that toum. Those who know love bread and tourm. Everything was excellent! I have tried multiple times to make kafta at home and it never is as good as they make it. The chicken is always cooked perfectly. A nice char from the grill, and tender and juicy on the inside. The grape leaves a nice balance of sour from the leaves filled with savory rice and meat. So good. The vegetables were grilled perfectly. Not overly grilled, sweet with a little crisp. Everything was just as we remembered. They are now located in a strip mall with plenty of parking and a few seats inside. While the Sultan is not on their menu., they do have lots of other tasty options that we look forward to returning for.One of our favorite places!

Punch Pizza is consistently excellent. Their Neapolitan-style pizzas are always spot on, with…read moreplenty of customizable options to make your own perfect pizza. The Punch Salad is a standout and pairs perfectly with the pizzas. Service is always friendly, online ordering is quick and easy, and the patio makes it an even better spot to enjoy a meal. They even have alcohol and gluten free pizza options. Huge win!

I've gotten take out from here several times and it's quickly become my favorite pizza in the area…read more Good pizza at a great price! I haven't dined in, but they do have cozy indoor seating as well as an outdoor patio. Parking is easy with a large lot out front, and staff are always super friendly! I've tried the Maximus, Adriatico and Vesuvio and all were delicious! I don't think I could choose a favorite.

I know a lot of people that love this place! So I was super excited to give it a try!…read moreUnfortunately, this fell super flat for me... There is plenty of free parking! There is also a drive through. The place was clean and the vibes are very chill. It's got more personality than a chipotle. Service here was top tier! Everyone was very nice and personable! It honestly pains me to move on to the next topic... food I got horchata, a bowl and chips/queso. I have had a lot of horchata and this was just not it... there was too much cinnamon and the flavor was... off. The chips tasted like they had been fried in bad oil. They had a horrible smell to them. It made the vehicle we were in sleep bad. I had my friend try them as well and he also thought they smelled and tasted bad. The queso did taste good! It was a little spicy. I ended up throwing the chips away and put the queso on my bowl. The ranch and queso definitely carried the bowl. The chicken was dry and I didn't like the cheese being melted, it got hard. I just couldn't finish it. I don't know if I just came during an off time or not, but this just didn't live up to the hype

Happy happy joy joy! One of my fav fast casual restaurants in Colorado was Costa Vida so when I…read morewas randomly in Apple Valley over the weekend I was ecstatic to find a Costa Vida! My fav is the small salad with sweet pork and the tomatillo sauce. It was as delicious as the last time I had Costa Vida which was 4+ years ago. Woo hoo! The associates were friendly and happy I found a more local option in Minnesota. Yay!