We finally tried SALA Thai after hearing good reviews from locals - but the restaurant is in…read moreLakeville so I'm skeptical of any rave reviews for Thai south of the river. The reviews are valid! It is a tiny place in a strip mall (by Cub and Little Caesars) so ambience is not why you come here. The menu had many authentic Thai dishes, including papaya salad, tom kha gai soup, tom yum soup, and lots of curries and noodle dishes along with favorite Thai starters like spring rolls, egg rolls, chicken satay and gyoza. I went with a coconut curry dish, like a Tom Kha Gai with noodles, and husband got the Pad Thai. Service was fast and the spice level was great. We both ordered medium which was a true medium heat. Non spice fans will want to go with mild. My dish came with a side of pickled papaya - bonus!! I am looking forward to trying more dishes! Again note that it is in a strip mall so take out would probably be a great option. They do not have a liquor license but I will be back for the food.

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!

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!

We came here for our 5th year anniversary and my niece's birthday. It was a bit of a long wait even…read morewith a reservation but definitely worth it! They sing the yee-haw song if it's your birthday and they also give you an option to ride the saddle. The birthday celebrant also gets a complimentary ice cream. The place was packed and busy but our servers came to check on us frequently. I got the 12 oz ribeye with ribs which was definitely too much food for one person ha! I don't think I have to go into details on how the food was because they were all delicious! The dinner rolls is always a bonus and you must try the onion ring flower when you visit any Texas Roadhouse! 11/10 would always recommend!

We came here for Father's Day so we expected the wait to be longer but we did the wait ahead which…read moreis nice since we live close by. By the time we got there our table was ready. Food is always consistent. We usually do the prime rib because we can't pass on a good prime rib. The kiddos love the Mac and cheese so we usually do those as our sides. The chicken critters are a must try. Really can't go wrong with anything here. Sadly our waitress did not come back to check on us often, we needed a few things and waited a while for it. So disappointed we barely got any bread unlike the other times we've been there. That's the best part! It was very busy for fathers though so it was fine but service could've been better. They had activities outside for Father's Day, a bounce house, face painting, and bags. I love how they make it fun for the whole family here.

FANTASTIC food, drinks, service, patio area, and ambiance!…read more I'm from Arizona and visit my in-laws in central MN 1-2x per year. However, this trip we had a wedding southeast of "the cities" where wife and our two kids loved that menu online and decided to check it out on our way to the wedding the next day. Honestly, this has been my fav restaurant in all of Minnesota. Ribeye, walleye, pretzel, and drinks were perfect! Unfortunately, I likely won't be in the area ever again to revisit it; however, we liked it so much I had to post a positive review. Cheers from AZ.

Oh boy...where to start? I guess I will start with the pros…read more First, I always like to mention what day and time I visited a restaurant. I decided to get takeout for lunch on a Monday afternoon. I have been on a kick lately trying Nashville Hot Chicken Sandwiches, or in Barley and Vine's case, the Tennessee Hot Chicken Sandwich. That was the main reason I wanted to stop by for lunch. I placed a to-go order, but we have also dined inside several times before. Starting with the positives, the staff is always very friendly and welcoming. There is really no issue there. The staff is fantastic. The overall vibe and ambiance of the restaurant are incredibly nice as well. It leans toward a fancier, higher-end, upscale atmosphere. I honestly think that may be part of the reason several reviews are so positive and why people may perceive the food as being higher quality or better tasting. We have also had brunch here more than once. We are generally not brunch people, but we have really enjoyed the brunch items we have ordered in the past. I am hoping we can come back for brunch again, and maybe I can eventually write an updated review with a higher rating. So why only 3/5 stars? My most recent to-go visit left me incredibly disappointed. To start, the Tennessee "Hot" Chicken Sandwich is not hot at all. "Hot" is absolutely not the correct word to use. It should probably just be called a Tennessee Chicken Sandwich, and honestly, even using "Tennessee" or "Nashville" does not seem accurate. This seemed like a basic Fried Chicken Sandwich made from a frozen chicken filet with far more breading than actual chicken. It is not the most pleasant photo to look at, but I attached a picture of the partially eaten sandwich to this review. You can clearly see how little chicken meat there actually was. They put white BBQ sauce on the sandwich, but I do not really have anything particularly good or bad to say about it. It was just kind of there. It did not improve the sandwich, but it did not necessarily make it worse either. The fries were also just fine. They seemed to be lacking flavor and may have been slightly burnt. Speaking of overcooked, the chicken sandwich also tasted overcooked. Overall, the sandwich and fries were simply not very good. I would never order the sandwich again, and I would probably substitute the fries for a different side in the future. Another issue is the repeated delay with to-go orders. I have ordered takeout from Barley and Vine maybe three or four times, and every single time the order has been late. I usually arrive only one or two minutes before the scheduled pickup time. Sometimes I even wait in the parking lot because I do not want to arrive too early. Every single time, the order is not ready at the scheduled time. This time, I only had to wait about six minutes past the pickup time. However, during my previous to-go experience a few weeks earlier, I waited more than 15 minutes past the scheduled pickup time. This has also happened during other visits. Finally, everything usually comes down to whether the meal is worth the price. I paid $17.77 for the Tennessee Hot Chicken Sandwich with fries. That included a 48 cent credit card surcharge. They add a 3% surcharge to all credit card payments, which automatically leaves a bad taste in my mouth at any restaurant. It's not something they have to do, to support higher wages or whatever they want to tell you. It's something they CHOOSE to do. Other restaurants don't do, or they simply increase their menu prices 3%. Which I would rather have than yet another fee in this world. Regardless, the meal was simply not worth the price. The sandwich was not flavorful, was not spicy, did not contain enough chicken, and tasted overcooked. The fries also seemed overcooked and lacked flavor. It was not a good value. You could drive a little farther down the road to Dave's Hot Chicken and get a more flavorful meal, a larger portion, and a lower price. This review feels harsh, but I am hoping it comes across as constructive criticism if management happens to read it. Overall, I cannot recommend ordering takeout from Barley and Vine. I cannot recommend the Tennessee Hot Chicken Sandwich, and I do not particularly recommend the fries either. They were not absolutely terrible, but they were not great. I am still hoping to visit Barley and Vine again. I will likely avoid ordering takeout because it has consistently been a poor experience. However, I hope we have a better experience the next time we dine inside, and I will definitely be ordering something else.

Just a great all-around spot with a wonderful outdoor patio often live music a good selection of…read moretaps a great menu and excellent service. If only fewer people knew how good it is and it was easier to get into!

A great spot with something for everyone! They have a large food menu, plus brunch, and plenty of…read moredrink options. We stopped in after heading back home from a trip and they were serving brunch. I got the French toast nuggets, huge portion and delicious, and the chips and queso. I also had a really good strawberry lemonade! Everyone else also enjoyed their food and they were able to accommodate my friend's dietary restriction. We sat outside and it was a really nice patio space but there was also a lot of seating inside. Plenty of street parking and also a parking lot. I would definitely come back if I were back in this area!

Cuban sandwich was too soupy. Need to serve dressing in the side. Great atmosphere-served popcorn…read morewhen we sat down. Excellent service.

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!

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.

The restaurant was smaller than it looked from the outside - a handful of tables are a available,…read morebut I think during peak hours you might need to take your food to-go. Ambiance was ok - more of a diner style. Very casual. High chairs available, which was a plus for us. I got the gyro wrap and my husband got the Lebanese wrap ( not pictured). The gyro wrap was pretty good, and I loved the garlic sauce that it came with. However, the fries they came with were a bit on the soggier side - not crispy and not too much flavor. The Lebanese wrap had good flavor but it was smaller than my husband and I were expecting. It was probably half the size of my gyro wrap since it was thinner. My kids liked the grilled chicken place and rice that they had. The chicken had great flavor. The portions overall though are on the smaller side, especially when compared to restaurants in Minneapolis or St. Paul. Food was pretty good, but nothing out of the ordinary. I liked it overall though and thought it was a fun and different option to try in the south suburbs.

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.