The food is excellent. I got a sandwich and was only able to eat half. I saw they had cannolis and…read morewould return after my appointment. When I came back, they were all boxed up for me. I requested an antipasta without the meat to go and they made it very fast! Excellent service, wonderful food. I will definitely be back.

Was torn between the Marinos and the Reuben, ended up going with the namesake. Honestly the best…read moresandwich I've had in my life. Staff was friendly and the vibe was very cool mom and pop

Bill's Imported Foods is a wonderful shop located on a difficult block on Lake Street in Uptown…read more What was once a happening and vibrant street is now rotting away due to neglect and poor planning. It's saddens me to venture into Uptown although it still echoes with past glory, but those sounds are being muffled by urban blight. Bill's doors are now metal, but venture inside and you're transported to Greece. Their products are fantastic, and we loaded up on olive oil, olives, and fresh feta cheese. The staff was fun and resonated with the joy of Greece. Bill's has survived for decades on Lake Street. I hope they continue to thrive despite the trouble around them. I do wish the city could step in and help jump start a renaissance of Uptown.

Bill's is my favorite. Great prices, quality and selection. Truly my favorite grocery stop.read more

When I take my first bite of a dish and mumble, "Oh my god," that's a great sign!…read more That's what happened with the Mushroom Ravioli with Chicken, a heavenly first bite of a dish new to me. The ravioli were large and nicely stuffed, plenty of mushrooms, cheese, and spinach in a creamy Alfredo and mushroom sauce with succulent pieces of chicken. I highly recommend it. The Bruschetta was on point, fresh diced tomatoes and basil with slices of garlic, shaved parmesan, and a balsamic glaze, served with two split and toasted ciabatta rolls. YUM.

Their red sauce for their spicy sausage rigatoni is so garlicky and flavorful with just the right…read moreamount of spice. Their veggie, pasta, meat ratio for their pasta Milan is perfect. I always order each dish with extra sauce so it's perfect for the next day because their portions are so big.

I honestly cannot say enough good things about Holy Land. This place is a total gem in Northeast…read moreMinneapolis. I am always amazed by how much they have going on here. It is way more than just a restaurant, because the attached grocery store stocks everything you could ever need. I love being able to grab hard to find spices, fresh pita, and halal meat like goat or lamb all in one trip. The food in the sit down area is just incredible too. You have to try the hummus. It is seriously creamy and flavorful, probably the best I have had in the city. I also ordered the shawarma recently, and the spices were perfect. The vibe is great, but the workers really make it special. Everyone is super nice and willing to help you find things in the aisles or figure out what to order. It feels very welcoming every time I walk in. If you have not been here yet, you are definitely missing out!

If you go to the Holy Land location it is a small grocery store on one side and a small restaurant…read moreon the other side. The grocery store has many different foods from around the world and for a little while I was trying different breads from different regions. The bread section is one whole corner and is fun to try all the different varieties. The restaurant side you order food at the cashier and then sit at a table. So there really isn't much service here. The food consistency has not always been the same. Sometimes it's just ok but other times it has been amazing which is why it's getting 4 stars instead of 5 stars. Overall it's a good choice but I do mostly take away for the food. My favorite is the chicken lovers combo. Also note there is a large parking lot in back rather than trying to find street parking but I usually only go here if I am going to the grocery store. If I just want food from the restaurant I just do a delivery service or a quick pickup.

We loved everything that we tried/tasted. Service was attentive and answered any questions. Since…read moreit was the first time we had been there, we let him pick what would be good starters. We had varieties of spicy and hot to easier on the palate for me. Still wouldn't change a thing. Everything we tried from chicken, rice, and the hot tea to the Iskender Kebap and Chicken Kebap. Sofra Kitchen is located in Saint Anthony, MN. Easy to get to, just off of Silver Lake Road.

What an amazing find! I didn't come to eat here but wandered in to find this family owned bakery…read moreand restaurant. Simple ambience. Clean and fresh. Service was so quick and simple. I ordered the desserts to go. Can't wait to go home to try them.

Amazing service at the bar from the moment I stopped in. The pesto crusted sea bass blew me away…read moreone of the best dishes I've had. The fish was fresh and buttery and the chili beurre blanc sauce was on another level. Upscale seafood restaurant with nice decor and an uplifting vibe inside. Food is great, service is great, and the drinks top it off nicely. Highly recommend. -Mr.

Zelo is one of the best dining experiences in downtown Minneapolis. The atmosphere strikes a…read moreperfect balance between upscale and welcoming, making it just as great for a date night as it is for celebrating a special occasion. The service was outstanding--attentive, knowledgeable, and genuinely friendly from start to finish. The food was exceptional. Every dish was beautifully prepared with fresh, high-quality ingredients, and you can tell they take pride in every plate that leaves the kitchen. Whether it's the house-made pasta, fresh seafood, or one of their incredible desserts, everything is packed with flavor. Their wine and cocktail selection is also excellent and pairs perfectly with the menu. If you're looking for an elegant Italian restaurant with consistently great food, impeccable service, and a lively downtown atmosphere, I can't recommend Zelo enough. It's easy to see why it's been a Minneapolis favorite for so many years. Zelo is absolutely worth a visit.

I've been to the other Minneapolis location, but this was my first time at the Northeast one. We…read morepopped in around 11:45am on Saturday. It was quiet and easy to browse around. Parking was easy too, which was a nice bonus. There's always so much to see--personal care, home goods, food items, and more. My bestie and I both found super nice-smelling perfumes at a budget friendly price. Phoebe helped us out and was nice. I appreciated that she took the time to chat. It made the visit feel warm and personal. Always a great spot for low-waste finds!

Really cute place with tons of options for bulk kitchen goods, eco friendly (compostable!) home…read moregoods, and misc beauty products. If you're smell sensitive, be warned! I personally enjoyed the smell, but it was way too strong for a friend of mine and we had to leave sooner than we would have liked due to it. I've been on a hunt for bamboo toothbrushes from places that are NOT Whole Foods, and this place delivered!

I have been shopping the grocery story & wine shop for about 15 years. I'm in the store(s) 4-5 days…read moreper week, spending roughly $500 per month between the two. I have over half a dozen friends working there, the regular staff all know my face, and I even recently interviewed for part-time work there. I do not like paying 5 cents for a plastic bag every time I swing through for a few items, so I decided to bring my own bag today. It's a messenger bag that rests on my back, no side pockets. Many customers in the store carry purses and/or reusable hand bags. All of these people have immediate access to their style of bags, whereas my messenger bag would require me to take it off my back in order to open it. As I walked by a very indiscreet undercover security member I hear a man's voice telling her via radio to keep an eye on me. I was then followed around the store for the entire visit, again very indiscreetly. I say this as someone who has worked professionally in security from bars, to retail, to IT. When I realized I forgot an item in the produce section I walked all the way back across the store, only to see a male security member come out of the back and proceed to follow me to the register. I intentionally chose a lane with a bagger, and showed him there was nothing in my bag before handing it to him. At the end of checkout the cashier asked me if I'd like to keep the 5 cents or donate it. This was new to me since I normally do self-checkout, so she explained that the 5 cents is a form of encouragement to bring my own bag. I replied to donate it, then said it was ironic considering security followed me around the entire store for wearing a bag that I was now being rewarded for bringing. She snapped at me and said "Well if you have a problem, my manager is right over there", and pointed to the self-checkout where the manager present has known me for quite some time and is always very friendly to me. Normally I decline a receipt when asked, but the cashier printed it without asking me. Seeing as I was only making an observation and not trying to escalate like the cashier was now doing, I deferred from chatting with said manager, and walked out of the store after placing my receipt into the donation box towards the Animal Humane Society like I always do. I have enjoyed the niche items that Kowalski's offers that other grocers do not, but considering these other stores sell the same common products for up to 40% cheaper, and considering the harassment by security and the poor customer service today, I will forego these niche items in favor of shopping elsewhere from this day forward.

This place is horrible for customer service. They don't even say hi to the people that walk through…read moretheir lines. It's pretty sick. And they can be relentless when it comes to getting butter for your bread when you sit down and eat it. No offense, but did you notice how much you're charging for bread to begin with. And the amped up amount of prices you're putting in the up scale amount you add to each retail piece on the store you should be giving away butter for free lol. It makes me uncomfortable in this store if it wasn't so convenient I would never come here. I came complained about a soup time. It was so bad. I ended up throwing it away. They didn't reimburse me nor did they ask if I wanted to try a different soup instead. Just oh well and about their business they went. Terrible customer service. I would give zero stars if it was an option!