This place was super clean and cozy. The server was very quick and accommodating…read more The Vietnamese coffee was pretty good, I'd get it again. We ended up doing the Chef's special with Bun Bo Hue and half a banh mi. It wasnt my favorite BBH, as it had a bun rieu taste to it, but it wasnt bad. The sandwich was pretty good, but the peppers have a small kick, so be careful if you can't handle it. Portion size is great! Lots of soup, maybe some less noodles than a normal serving, but I didn't mind!

I had a great lunch here The pork eggrolls are always the…read moreperfect crunch and I like they cut theirs in half This time I tried the lotus wings- (6) these were actually really good, nice crisp sweet and slightly spicy - I would have preferred more spice and less sticky! The beef Banh mi was also excellent and very filling Can't go wrong with most of the menu here - I was so hungry that my phone did not eat first like usual!

Not a traditional entrance and a bit confusing but this restaurant is below ground and the hallways…read morelead to other establishments. But once inside, a very cool and big space. Live music on this Saturday afternoon which was a pleasant surprise. Busy place so this was a good sign. Sat at the bar and a lot of interesting options on the menu. I went with one of their signature dishes, the ham and pear crisp sandwich. Comes with fries and they were excellent. And their homemade ranch dressing is Yelplicious! The sandwich was good and the pear is a surprisingly good addition. Tasty all around. As I sat there I kept seeing these monster bloody mary's walking around. As I left I walked out a different way and saw the source of these drinks and what a cool concept. Largest toppings bar that i've ever seen. Incredible and it can't be missed!

Had a chance to eat here with a friend for the first time while I was at the downtown Hilton for a…read moreconvention, and I'm really glad we picked this place. It was pretty busy with how many people were in town, but we were able to immediately get seated at the bar. The bartender was extremely friendly and helped me pick out a cider I'd never had before which I thought was delicious! He knew I was trying to decide and poured me a sample of his favorite without me even needing to ask, and it was a great call. There's a certain cozy energy in this place with the dim-but-not-dark lighting that makes it a nice place to relax and enjoy some food and drink. I had the prime rib french dip and it was incredibly tender and flavorful. The next time I go back I'm going to have a hard time choosing between one of the many excellent sounding dishes on the menu and just getting this sandwich again!

Very yummy spring rolls for a nice price! Ingredients are quite fresh as well. Would recommend!read more

I stopped by BEP Eatery in the Skyway for a quick lunch and decided to try their spring rolls. The…read morerestaurant was clean and convenient, making it an easy option if you're already downtown. The spring rolls were decent and made for a light meal, but they didn't leave much of an impression. The service was quick, which is always a plus when you're on a lunch break. Overall, it was an okay experience.

Incredible! From the food to the decor, my whole experience at EaTo was amazing. I split the vodka…read moresauce pasta and lemon pesto burrata pasta with a friend and they were kind enough to pre-portion the vodka sauce on separate plates for us which felt like above and beyond service. They weren't able to do that with the burrata pasta due to the burrata ball on top which was completely fine! Both pasta dishes were tasty but the lemon pesto burrata blew me away. Every bite was absolutely incredible and it's such a unique dish that's hard to find somewhere else or replicate at home. I completely recommend giving it a try. The focaccia bread appetizer was also amazing! We added & paid for a few extra pieces to accommodate the size of our group and everyone absolutely loved it. The drinks were also really well done & strong without being overly stiff. They were really well mixed and tasty. Our server was so sweet and helped make the experience so special for us. I cannot wait to come back!

I've been wanting to try these cheese puffs for quite some time after seeing everyone post them on…read moreYelp. Honestly, that's what got me through the door. I'm not a big pasta person, but I could always go for pizza so we ended up trying a variety of items. We tried the cheese puffs and chicken wings from the happy hour menu. It went until 6pm and you can only order these items from that HH menu. Additionally we tried the wedge salad, and the hearth and honey pizza. It really intrigued me with the rosemary flavor. The waitress was training a new member and both of them were very nice and accommodating. They confirmed my curiosity on our pizza selection and they were not wrong. I'm a huge wing fan, but I'd say the wings themselves were over spiced - we both thought too much seasoning was used. The cheese puffs were really good, but I was hoping for more of a garlic cheese flavor. The pizza was 10/10 and that is the item that would get me to come back. Wedge salad not pictured as I dove right in. It was interesting - it was loaded with a lot of unknown flavors.

We did the chefs counter on a Tuesday at 5, and it was absolutely worth it! The thought and taste…read morebalance of everything that we had was phenomenal. My favorite was the potato soufflé and the pasta. These options are different than what is on their normal menu, and you can see chef preparing them before he passes them out and explains what they are. Would absolutely 10 out of 10 recommend doing this! My only criticism is there was a fruit fly pestering us almost the whole fine, and we were right by where food prep was happening.

For starters this is a restaurant inside Hotel Emery. So parking is either valet, street, or ramp…read moreparking. As for the restaurant it is a Northern Italian restaurant. So it's a little bit different than your traditional Italian restaurant. Overall I thought the food was good but I did feel it's a bit overpriced. I also wanted to mention the feel of the place. The day we were there the surrounding area did have many homeless people walking around but once inside it was clean and did have an upscale feel. Based on this I think I would valet. I also felt the staff was friendly and knowledgeable.

Monthly dinner club brought us to Clay Oven. We walked, but I'm assuming it's street/meter parking…read moreonly. When you walk in you are immediately met with the delicious spice smells. If you weren't hungry before, you will be now. The restaurant is clean, the background music is at a good volume and we were able to get a booth right away. The booths are a bit on the smaller side for four people. Our drink orders included mango lassi, glasses of white wine (heavy pours ), and sparking water. Every glass was emptied. Pairing with our drinks we ordered chicken 65, spice level 3, and Dahi Puri. The chicken 65 was delicious but at a spice level 3 it was the tippy top of my spice level. The Dahi Puri needs to be eaten in one bite. The shell is fragile and is filled with liquid - very good but not what we expected. We each ordered our own entree, but they are big enough to be shared. Chicken Tikka Masala, Chicken Shahi Korma, Chicken Tikka, and Chicken Makhani. All were ordered at spice level 3, except the Chicken Tikka. These were milder and easier for my Minnesota spice palette to handle. We also ordered multiple orders of regular naan and garlic naan. I appreciate that they served the naan and rice together instead of individual servings. With limited table space the fewer plates the better. We had plenty of leftovers for us all to take home. Overall this was a delicious dinner and I'd highly recommend!

Wow-- I was very impressed by the food here ! Always hot and fresh and I have been back multiple…read moretimes since the first time going ! I would highly recommend the pani puri as well as the chicken shahi korma! So much flavor and a great atmosphere. Staff was great service-- including large pours of wine ! can't go wrong with this place ! 11/10! I will definitely be back!

I LOVE LOVE LOVE Gai Noi! Definitely one of my favorite spots. I went with a group of girls, and we…read moreshared a handful of dishes so we could try a little bit of everything. I honestly loved it all! Every dish is packed with flavor and has such a unique, authentic taste. I would definitely recommend the Basil Wings, Drunken Noodles, and Shaken Beef -- all three were SO good! On top of the amazing food, the service is always great, and I absolutely love the ambiance and decor. Such a fun spot and one I'll continue coming back to!

A friend and I had an event to go to next-door so we decided to stop in for lunch. Was good to know…read morethey had some large specials and we took advantage of that. I love this place and this is not my first time and felt that the lunch special did not live up to my expectations. We stayed on the 2nd floor which is a great green space in the city. I always love the ambiance here. I had the Gai Basil chicken lunch special and I felt that everything was prepped even before I ordered and generally my food was lukewarm at best. The coleslaw didn't look appetising at all, but it did taste good. It was very cilantro forward. I also expected it to have the fried egg as Thai basil chicken should but I suppose that was cut out for lunch. My friend had the Panang spaghetti lunch special which she said was pretty good. I will stick to the main menu next time. Service was ok, they probably have less staff at this time, I feel like no one was making eye contact when we needed to find someone until our server was in view.

The service here is ridiculously fast for the lunch crowd, so quick you will think they started…read morecooking when you walked in. The cornbread is an amazing dish and their smash burgers are also very tasty. On top of it all the server slipped and spilled some food which was not an issue but the manager rushed over to ask if she could help. Not necessary but it was great to see.

While staying at the Royal Sonesta hotel for a conference, I dined at the Wood + Paddle Eatery two…read moretimes during my stay. Wood + Paddle is located inside of the Royal, it's their hotel restaurant. On my first night in Minneapolis, I'd arrived to the hotel for check-in around dinner time. Not sure where to go and tired from the flight, I headed down to the lobby and walked over. When I asked if I could get a table for 1, she asked me if I would be comfortable with eating at the bar. It was a Sunday night, so I think she wanted to reserve tables for parties of two or more. I was fine with it, but I noticed there were quite a few empty tables. A few days later, I had lunch with a colleague here. We got seated at a table, and the service was really good. Our waiter was attentive and made sure we kept our lunch within our time requirements so we could get back to the conference without issue. The food was really good. I tried to order or sample local or MN specialties during my trip. Below are the menu items that I tried: - Bison Burger with Fries - State Fair Cheese Curds (w/ house made, smoked ketchup) - Pork Chop (w/ a Norwegian inspired sauce) - Habanero Wings

Amazing food! I absolutely love the atmosphere and everyone was super nice and welcoming. I…read moreliterally love this place and have to come whenever I visit. Highly recommend!

Great spot for breakfast with an extensive menu including drinks. Decent value, good portions,…read morefriendly service.

Farmers Kitchen + Bar is a convenient spot in the Mill District, especially if you're looking for…read moresomewhere to grab a coffee and get a little work done! They have a full sit-down restaurant, but there's also a separate grab-and-go coffee bar, which is what I've tried. I stopped in on a Wednesday afternoon and ordered one of their seasonal specials, the s'mores cold brew, but had it modified as an iced latte. It came topped with crushed graham crackers and mini marshmallows, which made for a cute presentation. I personally didn't taste much chocolate, though, so it wasn't my favorite drink I've had there. For working, there are high-top seats with easy access to outlets, plus free Wi-Fi, making it a convenient place to bring your laptop for a bit. If you use the Toast app, they also offer a $5 birthday reward! One thing to keep in mind is that Saturdays can get BUSY, especially during the summer when the Mill City Farmers Market is happening right next door. I've found that service can take a little while on Saturdays, so I wouldn't stop in expecting a super quick coffee if the market is in full swing. Overall, the coffee bar is a convenient addition to the neighborhood, and I love that you can either grab something to go or settle in with your laptop. The s'mores latte wasn't necessarily a winner for me, but I'd definitely come back and try another seasonal drink!

We went here before a show at the Guthrie. We had no reservations and knew there was a risk to…read morethat. We were able to have a short wait (10 mins) and then were able to get a table for 2. We each ordered a drink, a beer for the husband and I got "The Louisa May" (we were seeing little women). I was not sure how it would be but it turned out to be absolutely stunning! That drink was PERFECTION! We opted to split the burger as neither of us were starving, but were certainly in need of dinner. The burger was fantastic! We both absolutely loved the mix of the flavors. It came with a side of chips, tortilla chips that is, which was a little odd. They were certainly fresh and good, but also a very modest amount and tortilla chips were a bit of a strange mix. We were able to eat and get over to the show with time to spare. They certainly know how to navigate the preshow crowd. We would definitely be back in the future.