Great experience my first time trying Dario. Excellent service, chic yet playful decor, and inspired menu. Highly recommend the bluefin tuna carpaccio and pork ragu garganelli. Lost a star for dessert. Our budino was good but not the great. Dario offers valet parking if the standard lots are full. read more

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Came here for a Valentines dinner at 7pm. Parking is a bit confusing, but they do have $15 valet. The restaurant ambiance is fun! I like the feminine vibe. We were promptly greeted by our server Spencer, who had great energy and was super friendly. I enjoyed the insight and recommendations he gave. We had the Doppio and Spicy Vodka Rigatoni. The Doppio had a rich brown butter flavor with flakey sea salt and rosemary. It melted in my mouth. Probably top 5 best pasta I've ever had. The Spicy Vodka Rigatoni was also unbelievable, it had the perfect amount of spice and was cooked al dente. We also had the gem lettuce salad which was crisp and refreshing, but the pasta was the real standout. Overall this restaurant killed it for how busy they were in peak time on Valentines evening! read more

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Came here for my birthday dinner tonight. One star for the ambience...It's very bright, modern, and cute! Second star is for the staff's attentiveness with refilling our drinks and such. And for the last star, What I liked is that the pasta is made fresh daily! You can really taste it. Everything we got was good but it just wasn't "omg this is so good". It was lacking a little more salt and zing. And their cocktails wand dessert wasn't speaking to me. For starters we got the potatoes, It tasted like a very crispy hash brown with a cream sauce and caramelized onions. That was very good, the caramelized onions takes it to the next level. It just needed a pinch more salt. The doppio was good. It's similar to ravioli, It's pasta pillows stuffed with ricotta and sunchoke. I liked the nuts and honey that was paired with it. The other pasta, Beef Short Rib & Polenta Agnolotti was ok because the filling didn't taste that appetizing. The texture & smell threw it off. It reminded us of can tuna. I think that was the polenta. And the meat was too shredded. Lastly, the chicken was ok. read more

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This place doesn't disappoint! It's another great pasta place in Minneapolis to try. I love the look and feel of it, a colorful 80s vibe, and I've never had issues with the service. It has an outdoor patio, but I recommend sitting inside with the fun ambience. You either have to get the Spicy Rigatoni allá Vodka or the Doppio. The rigatoni is your quintessential red sauce fix with a hint of spice that isn't overpowering. The doppio is a sweeter, more savory option that is super original and unique. I recommend sharing both!! read more

Dario - Italian Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

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This was my first visit and I cannot wait to go back! I loved the ambiance and colors, that was the first thing that stood out to me when I walked in besides that it was completely packed. We started off with the Maple Parsnip app which was pretty good, nice to have veggie apps before a pasta entree. The Short Rib and Polenta Agnolotti was absolutely delicious (which I expected because of what I have heard about it) but the Doppio...now that was a pleasant surprise. It was so delicate but so flavorful. The ricotta and sunchoke worked so well with the honey, brown butter, rosemary and hazelnuts. Highly recommend! Our bartender was very nice as well. read more

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One of the best pasta places in Minneapolis by far! The pasta is so incredible fresh and made fresh in their pasta room daily. I'd recommend going with a group and ordering to share so you can get a little taste of everything. We ordered the Bluefin Tuna Carpaccio, Fall Vegetable Salad, Doppio, Wild mushroom & Funduta Tortellini, Beef Short Rib & Polenta Agnolotti & the Butternut Squash Cappellaci. The Doppio is one of their popular dishes which is so good. I'd also recommend getting the mushroom pasta even if you aren't a huge fan of mushrooms. I am not, and absolutely loved the dish. You honestly can't go wrong with anything on the menu. The flavors and freshness of everything was out of this world. The service was superb! I also loved the ambiance of the restaurant & little pops of color. Your visit will be expensive but I promise it's worth every penny. The serving sizes are not huge so if sharing make sure to ask how many pieces come in a dish. Tip: If you have a late reservation in the evening you may risk not being able to order certain items. They make everything fresh daily so only have a limited supply of all the menu items. We dined at 8pm and I believe there were only one or two items no longer available read more

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The food was just as good as I remembered! We tried 2 new dishes, but only got a photo of one. The Dry-Aged Duck Breast was fantastic - a healthy sized portion, perfectly cooked, and the au jus sauce was perfection! The Broccoli Mezzaluna was a delicious and inventive filled pasta! It reminded me of broccoli cheddar soup, but better and much more elevated! Loved the apple and pancetta to round it out. Highly recommend both! read more

Dario - Broccoli Mezzaluna pasta dish - Italian Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

First off this place is gorgeous. But not pretentious. I went alone so they sat me at the bar. Bartender was friendly and kind. Cocktail list is great but mine was a tiny bit too sweet for me. Lots of wine by the bottle and glass. Their menu changes a lot but I will still mention what I ordered. I had the hiramasa crudo, the cucumbers, and the doppio pasta. Had the mango sorbet for dessert. Everything was insanely good. I haven't had a meal out this good in years. Perfectly balanced flavors. I'm impressed. I will definitely be back, and am excited to try more on the menu! read more

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First off the potatoes were so crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. Just so yum! My fave dishes were the spicy rigatoni alla vodka and doppio. The spicy rigatoni sauce had the perfect amount of sour to it. If you like a combo of sweet and salty highly recommend getting the doppio. The service was amazing our waiter was so helpful and great at giving recs. The cake & ice cream was super light and airy when you bite into it. I kinda wish there was more ice cream to the ratio. After a few bites it started to taste like nothing. Super cute interior and would be perfect for a date night! read more

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I've been meaning to try this place for awhile and was finally able to come with a friend for dinner. The place was packed on a Thursday night so would definitely recommend making a res if possible. In addition, it was really loud in the restaurant, making it difficult to hear my friend. I ordered the squid ink scampi and crudo which were both delicious. I do wish they gave a bit more for the price though. Parking is paid street only. read more

Dario - Crudo - Italian Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

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Knowing that there's a relatively new Italian restaurant, I had to make an effort to visit, and overall I thought that the establishment had pretty solid tasty food that would allow me to recommend it to others. The portion sizes were a bit small, though, especially for the price. Some dishes were good while others were more on the mediocre side. To start, I was excited about the king crab spaghetti, but I thought that it was only okay, mostly because the crab meat flavor did not mesh with the saffron chili sauce that provided the spaghetti with flavor. The pasta was al dente which was great. I enjoyed all the other pasta, from the rigatoni to the agnolotti. Specifically, the rigatoni definitely had a spicy flavor that contained fennel and basil, as I could taste them within the spiciness. The agnolotti was very well-made with a good amount of short rib and polenta in it, and the sauce ingredients, red wine jus and parmesan crema, were very fitting. I packed the cappellacci for my spouse to go, and she thoroughly enjoyed it as well. The caramel apple budino was a good dessert with various types of texture and various kinds of sweetness, since it had cookie, apple, and caramel. I wouldn't call it the highlight of my meal or of the establishment, but it was solid and I would recommend it. Overall, this is a great place for dates as the atmosphere allowed it, and it wasn't a noisy environment. Prices could accumulate very fast if one orders a lot of food, so to me, this is a "once a while" type of establishment to visit. read more

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Visited 9/26/24. Made a reservation multiple weeks in advance for Dario and while it wasn't too crazy busy the night that we were there, this is what I would still recommend. Prepare in advance to have to look for parking otherwise they do have valet as a sort of "last resort." First off, shout out to the sweetest staff member Shawna who consistently made sure we were taken care of throughout the night. She had amazing recommendations and I think that's a big part of why we had the great experience that we did. The whole place is adorable and decked out with pink tones and cute booths. They had some nice patio seating available while the weather was nice as well. To start, the three of us ordered the Gardener's break drink. Fragrant and delicious, I'm always skeptical of paying more than $15 for a cocktail but this one was more than worth it. We were encouraged to share which is a good call for this restaurant especially with the pastas because they are richer in flavor. We got: local gem lettuces, flowering cauliflower, doppio, mushroom tortellini, and a caramel apple budino for dessert. Reviews of these below. My biggest qualm with the place would likely be price point based on portion sizes however everything was so solid that it wouldn't keep me from visiting on another occasion. Faves: -Gardener's break drink. A must get if you like gin -Doppio. Delicious pasta that is flavorful and really fun to eat. The crunchy rosemary on top feels intentional and adds to depth of flavor -Local Gem Lettuces. Has to be a really good salad/lettuce for it to be one of my favorite things. The cacio e Pepe vinaigrette and the puffed farro as an additional garnish kept me reaching for more. Give me all the cheese! Solid picks: -Tortellini. Very flavorful with a lovely sauce and mushroom filling. If between this and Doppio I would pick Doppio but this was still lovely. -Flowering Cauliflower. This seems to be having a moment right now as I've seen it pop up on a few different menus. Good flavor, especially the sauce -Caramel apple budino. If you love a pudding type dessert wow this is the one for you. Rich and packed with awesome different textures and flavors. read more

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Eating at Dario was a great fine dining experience. We started off with their Gem Lettuces which was incredibly flavorful and fresh. I will say, there is a discrepancy on what is advertised on their Instagram vs. reality. On their Instagram, for the Short Rib Agnolotti, they show 8 very full pieces of Agnolotti with a base of cream sauce. What I got in person were 10 tiny pieces of Agnolotti with little meat and no cream sauce. When you pay $32 for fresh pasta, the Agnolotti should be full. read more

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Went back after them having been open for awhile longer and holy cow this place has figured it out and the pasta is stupid good. Had a reservation and got seated with service right away! We split four different pasta dishes and loved them all. My personal favorite was the Doppio ravioli which has the perfect blend of flavors, you want to lick the plate!! I also love the short rib ravioli if you want something heartier and rich. The burrata fusilli was amazing - acidic tomato sauce with yummy burrata spread throughout. Love how the fusilli is more like a trofie noodle and is perfectly al dente. The corn and mushroom ravioli was our least favorite but still very very good. Highly recommend a stop to this cute and delicious spot! read more

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First dinner out since having our baby and Dairo has been on our list! Had reservations and was still very busy and were seated 10 minutes after our reservation time. We started with chopped salad the dressing we found acidic and lettuce cheap least favorite of our meals 2/5. The spicy rigatoni had a great kick and great flavor 4/5. The fusilli burrata paired perfectly with the pasta. Meatballs found to be dry, liked pepperoni topping. 4/5 would def come back read more

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Stopped into Dario in the North Loop area of Minneapolis on a Saturday, and the experience was amazing! The staff was super friendly, the service was great, and the R&B vibes playing in the background really set the mood. For drinks, I had the Pinot Noir rosé, which was refreshing, and for my entrée, I tried the Spicy Rigatoni alla Vodka. The dish was delicious! While this spot can be a bit on the pricey side, the food, drinks, and overall atmosphere made it worth it, and I will definitely be back for the vibes. Parking can be a bit challenging, though, since it's a paid lot and the area gets very busy, especially during sporting events or concerts. But all in all, this spot is a great find! read more

Dario - Pinot Noir rosé and the Spicy Rigatoni alla Vodka. - Italian Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

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I cannot say enough positive things about this restaurant! My sister and I went on a girls night before going to purple rain at Hennepin Arts. We shared all of our courses and enjoyed every bit of it. We started with the apple and fennel salad. It was slightly peppery and had chunks of cheddar cheese and a delicious dressing on it with maple crumbles on top. It was sweet and savory and a great opening for the rest of our meal. We followed that with the butternut squash pasta. It tasted as good as it looks! The filling was creamy and smooth and abundant. The pepitas on the top added a really nice crunch. For our main protein, she ordered the pork chop and I ordered the hanger steak. Both were cooked too perfection! My steak was beautifully presented and tender. The cut and preparation allowed the flavor of the meat to shine. The pork chop was also very good, and served on a bed of potatoes and sautéed cabbage. Fall on a plate! For dessert, we had the affogato made with decaf coffee and the lemon ricotta cake with a blueberry compote and malt crème anglaise. It was topped with cornflakes which add a much-needed textural element. If I wasn't an hour and a half away, I would seriously consider going back tonight for a redo. read more

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Dario is a wonderful gem of a restaurant in the North Loop area of Minneapolis. The pink retro atmosphere is fun yet classy, perfect for a birthday or special event . My husband and I came here for an early dinner before watching a show at the Guthrie theater. Service was spot-on and our dishes were remarkable! We started with the beef tartare and asparagus side which were surprisingly unique due to the rice crispies on top of the tartare and ham and Parmesan complementing the asparagus so well. Then came my Doppio pasta entree which melted in my mouth with the honey and artichoke flavors. The brick chicken was also moist and flavorful. Both my husband and I were blown away by this restaurant and will definitely be back again soon! read more

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Pros: Food was great, the service was nice. Had a reservation, arrived early, and was sat early. Loved the menu options. Would definitely recommend the gem lettuces and spicy rigatoni. Amazing with allergies!!! I thought the portions were huge. Cons: Tables are extremely close together. You will hear your neighbors' conversations. Lemonade was not lemonade, it was carbonated? read more

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Food and drinks here are good! We got the grilled zucchini, fusilli, and agnolotti. By the time the food got to us, two of the dishes weren't warm anymore. The fusilli was my favorite. Delicious and simple flavors - and homemade pasta is always a plus! Drinks were also great! The gardener's break was the standout. Ambiance was a vibe - very light, airy, and trendy. Super loud though. Service was a little slow. It took upwards of 10 minutes to get drinks. read more

Dario - Vodka martini & gardener's break - Italian Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

Food was yummy, dessert was the best, but slow service. It might've been because we were sat at the bar? But it took us a while to order. Or to get the dessert menu. The food itself was delicious. I got the paccheri which was wonderful. $28 for the dish, but high quality ingredients. The dessert was the best. I would come back just for the caramel apple budino. Reservations are almost required with how busy it gets. And they fill up quick! Cute vibes and a great place to get dressed up. They do not validate parking, despite their Instagram explaining to park at Ramp C :/ we ended up paying $20 for parking when we could've done valet for $15. When I asked if they validate (since I followed the parking instructions), the hosts didn't know what I was talking about. A little disappointed with that experience. To be honest, I was expecting more. I'd maybe give it a second chance later. Check it out for yourself! read more

Dario - Caramel Apple Budino - Italian Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

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This was my second visit to Dario within 4 months so I can confidently say this is a great date night/girls night spot in the North Loop! It's still gaining popularity, which makes getting a reservation tricky but if you plan ahead you'll get a spot! This was my first time dining inside, as when I visited last October we sat on the patio. The inside is beautifully themed in velvets and greenery. It gives off the warm and cozy vibe. My friend and I were seated at 4 person table that had 2 stools and 2 spots in a comfy curved booth. We both opted to sit in the booth side as the stools did not look relaxing for a full evening dinner. The inside was loud, but we were able to hear just fine since we were sitting so close. We each started with a mocktail which were delicious but not with the same price as a cocktail. We then were served our potatoes first and then shortly after our salad and I was shocked at how hearty the portion size was for the salad! This was my second time getting the potatoes and they didn't wow me as I felt it was just a hash brown fried. After the potatoes and salad, each of our pasta dishes arrived within a few moments of each other. The Doppio is a MUST get for a first timer and since it was my friend's first time - you bet I ordered it again! It's such a unique yet delicious flavor that you'll have to taste yourself to believe. The Garganelli was another favorite for us as the sweetness of the red sauce blended perfectly with the pork and pickled pepper flavors. Lastly, we finished with the light cake & ice cream. I really felt it lacked flavor and depth, but the pizzelle cookie on top was the standout for me! read more

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I was able to get a parking spot, but they do have valet service as an option. The place is really vibey. I met some coworkers for dinner. It was hard to have a conversation since the music is loud. The waitress was very friendly and had some great suggestions. The food was phenomenal! read more

Dario - Affogato - Italian Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

Saw a list that had the top restaurants in the twin cities and this was the only one I hadn't been to so we decided to check it out for the wife's birthday with a couple of friends. Reservation was not easy to get but we managed to get in on her birthday which happened to be a Saturday. The place is not terribly easy to find as you have to turn into an ally and its kind of hard to find parking nearby unless you valet. We were seated right away and the place was busy. Lively place with lots of natural light and a very cheerful atmosphere. Loud, but cheerful. Our server came over and asked us for drinks. She was helpful to point out and help with picking the drinks. We ordered a few non alcoholic beverages and a cocktail. On tot he food, we ordered the beef tartare for appetizer. We decided to do it family style so we could try a few different things. We ordered the crunchy vegetable salad and potatoes as well. For the pasta, we ordered the Doppio, the Potato Gnocchi, Beef Short Rid & Polenta Agnolotti and the Doppio. Also ordered the Halibut and the Chicken to share. The server really helped in figuring out what to get for us and was forthcoming with recommendations. The beef tartare was good and fresh. Good mix of salty and the lettuce really added that extra crunch. We did ask for extra lettuce since the order came with four and two of them were very small. The potatoes were very unique with the cheese almost hiding the potatoes. The tabasco was sprinkled on top and in powder form which I don't believe I have seen before. The salad was very fresh and tasty and had good flavor and crunch. Now to the pastas, the stars of the show. They were all very good and fresh, you could tell they were made in house. The doppio was the star with the sunchoke and ricotta filling. A ting of sweetness with the savory. The potato gnocchi was soft and pillowy with the subtle pesto and the crunchy asparagus. The short rib agnolotti was also very good though not everyone's favorite. I really enjoyed it because of the smoky taste of the meat filling which is the exact reason the others didn't like it as much. Overall we enjoyed the pastas and I would come back to try the others. The weakest thing for us was the chicken. It was highly recommended by the server and we wanted to try it. It was cooked very well and decent serving size, just not a lot of flavor. The halibut on the other hand has good flavor with subtlety and was cooked to perfection. I would do that again. Overall, a good dining experience and I am glad we were able to try it. Is it in the top 5 restaurants in the cities, I am not sure. Is it worth trying, absolutely. read more

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Love everything about this place from the cute, bright, neo-vintage (gotta go to know what I mean) decor to the food to the cocktails. Started with the cabbage horseradish dill potato app which was a great flavor combo. I had the short rib and polenta agnolotti. Pasta tastes fresh and is perfectly al dente and perfectly presented. Cocktails do not disappoint, strong and bright. Everything about the dining experience is well thought out, complementary, simply elegant without being overly pretentious. Great service with a lot of thought on what you'll need to enjoy the dish and prompt transition between courses. Love!! read more

Foos was amazing. Was definitely captured but the flora decor and the pink highlighted throughout the restaurant. Im a vegetarian so its tough to go out sometimes...Dario however did not disappoint! Definitely going back read more

Dario - Braised Cabbage - Italian Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

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Best pasta we've had in the Twin Cities! Random location, it's really tucked out of sight, but worth the trip! We tried the sun-choke ravioli and have never seen, or tasted, anything like it. I could have eaten the whole plate of brown butter broccolini! It was really fun to sit at the bar and be part of all the action! read more

Dario - Ravioli and Broccolini - Italian Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

Fresh pasta??? It's a yes! Small menu with unique dishes and each and every ingredient treated so special and put together in a way that each dish will excite your taste buds! John our waiter was so attentive and knowledgeable of the menu and the history of the space. The interior is vibrant with bright inviting colors and the vibe is electric and trendy. The tables are situated close together which can be an issue for some but I made it an opportunity to make new friends! LOL I loved everything about Dario and I can't wait to come back! read more

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Dario is quickly becoming one of my go-to spots in the North Loop, especially when in the mood for pasta. Dario has been around for about a year now, tucked away technically on Washington Ave at the ground level of a multi-use building. The space is inviting and service has always been friendly. Their pasta is the main draw for me, but they have a number of entrees, shareables and sides if you're not looking for the carbs. The doppio is the standout pasta for me, though others I have tried have been enjoyable (like the rich and very beefy short rib agnolotti). The lettuce wrap-like beef tartare is a fun alternative in a sea of similar tasting tartares and they know how to cook a piece of fish well. Overall, Dario is a great addition to a neighborhood that has many other great options, though Dario is rising to the top of that list in my opinion. read more

Dario has been on my list of restaurants to check out for months! I was finally able to see what all the hype was about. First impressions: this place is DREAMY! It gave me classy Barbie vibes with the perfect lighting. I was completely swoon over the ambiance. I'd recommend reservations because this place was BUSY! The parking situation is less than ideal and I'd recommend giving yourself ample time to find street parking and expect to walk over. They do offer valet as an option. Service: the hostess was lovely. Friendly, warm, and patient. However, our server once we weee seated was a much different experience. She seemed.... Uncomfortable? Rarely spoke, rarely checked in, and we felt rushed to order and make decisions without having enough time to check the menu. I was not very pleased. Food: we started with a salad, which was a take on a Caesar and it was pretty good. I enjoyed the puffed farro, which was a twist on traditional croutons. It was dressed with the right amount of dressings and the lettuce was fresh. Not sure if I believe it's worth $18 for a few pieces of dressed bibb lettuce. The ravioli was BY FAR the tastiest thing we ordered all night. The sauce was good enough to drink and the pasta was cooked perfectly. It had exceptional flavor and I loved everything about it. EXCEPT, this dish is was not enough to feed a small child. $38 for 6 ravioli is kind of wild. The zucchini was inedible (due to a sour taste) and the chicken was very underwhelming. Overall review: Dario is beautiful. I think I like this place just for the ambiance, but I'm not sure it's enough to have me running back for more. read more

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4.5/5 Very impressed with Dario. Not only is the restaurant so cute, but the staff is exceptional and the food is certainly worth sharing. We didn't have a reservation and were able to be sat right away. Our server was knowledgeable and helped up pick drinks and food. We ordered the beef tartare for our raw course. It's the best any of us have ever had. This will be a must order anytime I visit Dario. The flowering cauliflower was good, and paired well with the beef tartare. I wouldn't necessarily have to order this dish again. I'd want to try other vegetable dishes instead. For pasta we ordered the wild mushroom and fonduta tortellini. It was the perfect balance of sweet corn and truffle. And the spicy rigatoni allá vodka. It had a good kick but wasn't over powering. For our meat course we had the special, pepper crusted filet. It cut like butter We rounded out the meal with caramel apple budino (basically fall in a cup). We spend 3+ hours eating and catching up and never felt pressured to leave. At the very end I was slightly full but overall thought it was a good amount of food for three people. .5 stars off for how loud it got in the restaurant. It was hard to hear the people at your own table. Note this is metered parking $3/hour or valet parking $15 available outside the restaurant. read more

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We visited Dario on a Saturday night for date night and overall had a good experience. Although we didn't make a reservation, we were seated right away -- awesome! The restaurant is open, light, very aesthetic, and has indoor seating, bar seating, and an outdoor patio. The good: The food is 10/10! The 3 pasta dishes we ordered were flavorful and the pasta was cooked to perfection. The local gem lettuce was crispy and had just the right amount of salad dressing on it. The not-so-great: When we were seated, it took about 5-8 minutes for our waitress to greet us. We had plenty of time to look over the menu so we knew what we wanted within about 2 minutes. We were thirsty so we wished someone greeted us to get our drink order a little sooner. The restaurant is in an apartment or condo complex so the restroom is shared with the building and requires a code to get in. Not ideal that there's not a restroom right in the restaurant. Overall, we had a good experience at Dario and we'll likely be back for more delicious food. read more

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I had a mixed experience here. The pasta (I got the spicy rigatoni) was very tasty, but outside of that the experience could have been better. We sat at the bar and the service was quick as the people behind the bar were bouncing around a lot. We asked for some food recommendations and they helped us choose our entrees. We also ordered zucchini as an app, which was fine but really didn't seem like it had much flavor to it. A little disappointing. As I mentioned above, the pasta was really good and I have no regrets with my choice there. Not very spicy, but good flavor nonetheless. Tasted fresh. When it came around to dessert, the menu did not provide much detail as to what each item was. I ordered the "pineapple and passionfruit", unsure what to expect. My assumption was some kind of warm fruit display on a plate with some garnishing. Instead, I was served gelato. Don't get me wrong, I like gelato. But I like gelato better when I want gelato and intentionally ordered gelato. Here it was just a bit unexpected. Should I have clarified? Sure. But the menu should more clearly describe the dish. It simply said "coconut, macadamia nut" as the description for this dish leaving it very ambiguous. Confusing the customer does no good for anyone. Finally, sitting at the bar we had the pleasure of watching the bartender make drinks. Meaning, we also had the displeasure of watching them repeatedly use their bare hands to grab ice from the chest and place into customer drinks. On one occasion, a block of ice even fell onto the spillover mat on the bar and they picked it up and placed it into the glass for a customer's drink. Just gross, and made me glad I ordered wine. Maybe next time I'll just get some pasta to go from here. That seems to be the best choice here as the overall experience just didn't match the prices. read more

Dario - Zuchinni - Italian Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

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I was a little hesitant of this restaurant due to the mixed reviews but I'm pleased to say my hesitance was unfounded and I really enjoyed my meal! I think I found my favorite pasta restaurant in the Twin Cities, and I don't say that lightly. I met up with a friend for a late dinner on a weekday, and it was fairly busy but I still found a spot in the parking lot next to the restaurant. They have their own system where they can text you when the parking is about to expire, which was nice! The only downside was it was a bit pricey, but expected for the area - $6 to park for 2 hours. Whenever my friend and I meet up, we have to try multiple items. We got the potatoes as an appetizer, Spicy Rigatoni and Doppio as entrees, and the caramel apple budino for dessert. Everything was just an absolute flavor explosion in my mouth. The potatoes were kind of like a hash brown with cream sauce on top. The rigatoni was actually spicy which I loved. And the Doppio was just phenomenal. Tasted a bit like browned butter as a sauce and had hints of rosemary and I absolutely loved the filling. Dessert with the caramel apple budino was just phenomenal. Rich, creamy, and so delicious. Lots of apple pieces at the bottom. The service was relatively quick as well and he helped us get out on time before our parking expired. I loved the ambiance of the restaurant - the watermelon vibes with the pink and green throughout the restaurant was just too picture perfect and reminiscent of an old diner. The only downside I thought of was it was very loud despite it being in the evening, past 8pm. The seats are pretty close together so I think that didn't help. I'm sure the table next to us heard our whole conversation. Haha! It was also very expensive with the addition of a service charge + tip. But, it was a great experience overall and I would definitely come again for a date night ! read more

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We did my birthday dinner here and I loved it. We were seated on the patio on a perfect summer night. It was much quieter than inside and allowed for conversation. They encourage you to share everything (which is my fav) so we started with the cucumbers, marinated, served cold. They were crispy, fresh and flavorful. Next was cauliflower served hot. Again crispy, fresh. Nice starting dishes. The two entrees we shared were halibut and fusilli pasta. Both were excellent. Pasta is freshly made and had a nice flavor and texture. Finally, I chose the Carmel Apple dessert it was so good. They threw in some fruit sorbet as well so we left feeling comfortably full. Service was great. Valet parking made it easy. Such a great experience. read more

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Food was so good. We had the tuna, the gem lettuce, the potatoes, and the carrots to start. I'd order all of them again except for the carrots! Then doppio and strozzapreti for mains. The doppio is still making my mouth water thinking about it here the next day. Literally so good it's gets all my five stars. read more

Amazing service and food. We booked a reservation for Sunday night and everything was perfect. My partner and I split the doppio and the spicy vodka sauce. Both dishes were amazing. I personally liked the doppio more because of the dishes flavor profile. The atmosphere and service were both great! Will definitely be coming again! read more

Dario - Doppio - Italian Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

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Dario is a find!! Who knew this little corner of the North Loop even existed?? It is worth searching for. Enjoyed a great dinner with my wife and daughter. Beautiful space with light colored woods and many windows. Unfortunately, it was a humid and hot day outside and a hot and humid dinner inside. The AC wasn't able to cool the dining room adequately and sweating at the table was a real bummer. We ordered a nice bottle of Nebbiolo and some shareables. We had the cold cucumbers in a peanut sauce and the hot charred pea pods. The cucumbers were fantastic! The sauce was a revelation. The pea pods were good. We ordered 3 pastas and were so happy with each of them. First, the Spring Pea Ravioli in Brodo. Light and delicate pasta surrounded fresh and sweet pea filling in a rich and savory Parmesan broth with spring onions. So delicious. I wish there was some bread to soak up the extra broth. Next was the Short Rib stuffed pasta in a luscious sauce almost a gravy. The filling was smooth and rich. I wish there was some bread to soak up the extra sauce. The third pasta was perhaps the best of all. Spaghetti alla Nerano was rich, cheesy and garlicky. I could eat this 3 times a week. So satisfying and comforting. Again, I wish there was some bread to soak up the extra sauce. We decided 3 desserts sounded worth a try. The best of which was the Caramel Apple Budino and the Passion Fruit and Pineapple. The budino was the decadent caramel pudding of your dreams topped with fresh apple and caramel sauce. The Passion Fruit and Pineapple was a bowl of sweet, tropical icy deliciousness. A pineapple sorbet topped with a coconut cream covered with a passion fruit granita. A cold and rich bowl of sweetness that was the perfect relief to a warm and sultry dinner. Service was great. Pastas took a bit of extra time to come to the table but the quality and care that made them so amazing was well worth the wait. Presentation and plating was top notch. I only hope the photos do them justice. read more

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I love pasta and I wanted to love Dario but after my first experience, I don't know if it's the right place for me. I don't eat beef so exploring the remaining pasta options I was really excited to try Doppio since it's so unique and I've heard great things. While the flavor was good, unfortunately after only a few bites I started to have a texture issue which I couldn't really get over. I think I need to go back and give it another try. The decor wasn't my fav but was still cute and definitely a vibe. Unfortunately due to location, the parking situation isn't great but there is valet and also a parking ramp close by. read more

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You've probably heard the hype about this place. I decided to go check it out and took my friend for a birthday dinner. I love how pink everything is inside but I hate that getting a reservation is so difficult. It was packed on a Wednesday evening! Okay food. If you get nothing else from this review. Know that you need to get the Spicy rigatoni. It's the best pasta I've ever had in my life. It was the perfect texture. The perfect spice level. Just yummy. Close second is the beef agnolotti. The burst of flavor is beyond. I'd skip dessert. The options weren't super exciting. Taking one star because the service was spotty after we sat down but again it was busy. I also feel like for the price. The food could be larger. I don't think you could get full off me pasta Overall loved it read more

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