I've been to Darling a few times but never felt the need to write a review. My most recent visit was exceptional. It was a busy almost upscale brunch but there plenty of seating in this neighborhood breakfast spot. Countertop ordering but then they bring it out and refill coffee, etc. The corned beef hash had a somewhat spicy glaze that perfect zip for me, and the goat cheese salmon scramble was a good combo too. I'll be back. read more

Darling - Corned beef and veggie hash - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

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I would have to say borderline 4, but not ready to love it yet. The space is nice and located right in a residential area so it would very nice if a person lived right by it to walk across the street. I didn't know breakfast was counter service, but since we were there pretty early there was no wait. We both ordered The Beverly (Two eggs, bacon, bread and potatoes). Potatoes were okay- no flavor unless you dipped it in the mustard. Bread was tasty and the jam was okay- not sure what type of jam it was, but it wasn't the standard. A little pricey for what we ordered- standard breakfast fare, jam with a flare. Service was okay- didn't have a ton of interaction. Water station was fairly warm water. Would possibly give it another try. Nice place to catch up with a friend. read more

Went to darling for a late morning birthday brunch with a couple friends, and it was a perfect slow brunch for a group of 6. Order at the counter when ready, and the food is brought to you. Staff were super friendly and helpful. Perfect for grab and go or stay awhile. Holy cow was the breakfast burrito delicious! Definitely have to get the Dutch pancake as well. Delicate, and sweet, have it your way. read more

Cute restaurant in the old Birchwood. Order at the counter, grab a number and table and food will be brought to you. I've only gone for breakfast and loved the veggie hash and breakfast sandwich with potatoes. They also offer coffee during the morning. Will have to check out their dinner menu at some point. read more

Lovely spot for breakfast/brunch! Met a friend for an early breakfast on a Tuesday. The food is incredible! I had the steak and eggs and would go back to have it again for sure! The space is clean and cute. You order at the counter and your food is brought to you - which is perfect for both dine in and takeout/coffee to go. Our server was a little forgetful, but she was the only one working. read more

Darling - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

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Surprised it has taken me this long to visit, but it has been hard to get over the Birchwood closing (rip). Had a lovely dinner with the Cashbars (and Atticus). Sat out on the patio and didn't go inside so I'm not sure about indoor ambiance, but the patio is so nice. Love the flowers all over. Our server was cutie and food came out pretty quickly. Ellie and I split the grilled ruby and the maitake tartine. Both were good. I liked the blush vinaigrette on the salad a lot. Was suprised how much I liked the grilled ruby, because I'm not normally much of a beet person, but with the avocado and all the pickled things it was very good. Lowkey I wolfed the maitake tartine down so fast I cannot remember a single thing about its taste. I was so hungry. Tried a little of the bucatini and thought it was a little bland. read more

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This might be our new favorite brunch spot. My go-to is a Dutch baby with smoked trout and my partner has enjoyed both the hash and the breakfast burrito. You order at the counter and seat yourself. The staff are kind and helpful. The tables are fairly close to each other, so I wouldn't recommend this as a spot to sit and read unless you can tune out neighbors. Their coffee is fine; it does the trick for a caffeine fix. read more

Darling - Dutch baby with smoked trout - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

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Brought the kids here for dinner last night. The experience was mostly good, with one big caveat (see below). The service was great; the server helped us find a place to sit that would be best for two kids, she was attentive, and the food came out pretty fast. The menu is small, but all of the options were appealing, and they also have a kids menu. They do label GF and Vegan (although not DF, but they will help you with what options do not have dairy). My daughter ordered the butter noodles kids meal and I had the fish fry, with my son sharing some of mine (he's 1). Everything tasted great; my daughter said the noodles were some of the best she has ever had. My fish fry was good too. The one major issue was the portion sizes...they were woefully small. My daughter could have easily eaten two bowls of the noodles, and she's only 4. I could have done with another piece of fish and more fries (my son did have a bit of mine, but even had he not, the meal would have still been too small. Sadly, I had to make both her and myself another meal when we got home. The ambiance was nice, and they have high chairs and a bar. Other than the portion sizes, everything was great, but the prospect of eating here once and then eating another meal back at home to fill up will likely keep us away in the future. read more

Darling - Fish Fry - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

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This place is popular, but we were able to grab a table. I got the breakfast burrito. It was good, but the aoli was much too garlicy for me. I was definitely warding off vampires for the rest of the day. I would get the sauce on the side if you order it. read more

Darling - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

We were looking for a breakfast place that was open at 7 am. The restaurant is located in a residential area. Plenty of street parking. The restaurant has a lot of seating (compared to the High Hat that we frequent). We ordered the Dutch Baby, breakfast burrito with vegan chorizo, and rose salad. The food was fresh and delicious. The service was very good. read more

Darling - Dutch Boy with egg and fruit. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

We enjoyed lunch here with family. I had the corned beef hash. The meat was slightly chewy but still tasty. We also had the short rib sandwich with cheese. The coffees were very nice. Our family also enjoyed the breakfast burrito, waffle and avocado toast. Service was great. We had a great dining experience. read more

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10 out of 10! The team at Darling delivered exceptional service one of a kind cocktails and a delicious heartwarming, soul satisfying citrus salmon dinner. This evening I had the smoked trout which was accompanied by pita fresh crispy veggies, comforting corn chowder, and filling citrus salmon. The salmon had a crisp skin and delightfully unctuous crispy sage leafs...do not miss this special. They are crushing it at Darling...#heartandsoul read more

Darling - Citrus Salmon - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

Darling was very peaceful on an early Sunday morning. The breakfast burrito and the breakfast potatoes were delicious, and the bacon was cooked perfectly. The eggs were also soft scrambled, which I appreciate! I would have liked some other toast options, but otherwise the breakfast was tasty and enjoyable. Love the pollinator garden out front of the restaurant too. read more

Darling - Breakfast Burrito - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

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Fantastic restaurant in Minneapolis. We ordered quickly at the counter and our food was brought to our table. Despite the fact that it was packed on a Sunday morning, our food came out pretty quickly. We both ordered the breakfast burrito, which was amazing. I really loved the salsa that came with it, but it was REALLY garlicky, so be aware of that before ordering. Prices were fair, especially for a major city. We didn't order any pastries but they looked great. I'd definitely come back! read more

Instant new fave. Had the salmon entree. Great flavor, and accoutrements set it off (hot honey glaze, corn, red onion and heirloom tomato salad, garlic yogurt, pea shoots). I was amongst a group of four, one being a selective vegetarian, and we all sampled each other's apps and meals and loved everything! Drinks did not disappoint either. Will be back. Great service, friendly staff. Place is a little small, I can imagine it'll be a hopping spot in no time. read more

Darling is truly so darling! Went for a work breakfast with coworkers and thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. Plenty of parking outside and not busy at all for a Friday morning. It is a seat yourself, order at the counter type of place, but a quick and easy process. We each ordered a beverage, all of which were quite tasty! The vanilla latte was moldy sweet and creamy, very good espresso. The elixir drinks were funky and fun. The highlight of my experience was the waffle. Savory, sweet, crispy, and delicate. Upon ordering, it isn't what I would typically go for but the flavors just worked! Quinoa, sweet potatoes, cheddar cheese, maple butter, syrup, and pickled jalapeños. Definitely add bacon and an egg. All I've been able to think about it when do I get to go back for more. The potatoes were crispy and cooked well. Overall, such a satisfying experience. read more

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Order at the counter. Grab your number, silver ware, water, and then grab a table. Good food. read more

Darling - Waffle. Added bacon and eggs and side of potato. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

I feel like this location has been the home to many gems over the years, and Darling is no exception. I love this neighborhood, so walkable and filled with charming houses. There's lots of street parking, a beautiful large patio in the front, and inside is flooded with light. The chicken Caesar salad was a generous size to fill the plate, lightly dressed, and the chicken was moist and fresh. The falafel salad was definitely the best thing we ordered - generous falafel that was crispy and light, with flavorful tomatoes, and a cool creamy yogurt sauce - simple and perfect! The avocado toast would have been 10 times better if the toast had been crispy, but it was more like warm bread. The pumpkin seeds on top almost gave it the crunch it needed, but not quite. The servers were attentive and friendly, the coffee was delicious, and the menu is enticing. I can't wait to be back and try more things! read more

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Cute neighborhood spot. Order at the front and grab a table. The ahi verde sauce took the vegetarian chorizo breakfast burrito to another level!! My husband loved his omelette, and my daughter's Dutch Baby was outstanding - particularly with the real maple syrup. So glad we tried this place. read more

Darling - Dutch Baby with fresh fruit (opted out of the whipped cream) - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

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Food: 4/5. Service: 4/5. Brunch, December 2025. Fish sandwich; BLT; French 75; Bloody Mary. Love that it's counter service. Casual, communal vibes. Feels like a friend's house. read more

Came here for a nice brunch on a Sunday Looking for a little something special and I found it. Nice Outside when I pulled up and proceeded to the restraunt where I was greeted friendly and was told how the establishment is being ran. Got a menu and looked thru and there's a wonderful assortment of delectable dishes that was calling my craving. I ordered the Trout Scramble and of course what I seen calling my name the Dutch baby ! Both dishes were great and would definitely recommend them both 5 stars. read more

Darling - Dutch Baby - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

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I won't lie & say that I don't miss Birchwood, but Darling is a good substitute: excellent entrees and delicious beverages & service! I opted for their short rib sandwich-it was amazing! Tender succulent rib meat and tasty cheese toasted! The waffle that I sampled from my dining parter was unique-savory & sweet! Healthy corned beef (or beet) hash was also very good with more interesting vegetables than usual fare. We ate indoors today but the patio dining is still open (and dog & bike friendly). I would also like to recommend their caramel sea salt latte! read more

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Great place for brunch and drinks. Outside seating is usually taken, but inside is cute too. read more

Darling - Ya-Ya Salad - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

Nice casual atmosphere for a Saturday lunch. Two sandwiches, a breakfast burrito as well as a salad for our table of four. Sandwiches and burrito were excellent and the salad was good. Will definitely be back. read more

This is an incredible breakfast spot! It's located in the old Birchwood Cafe location. Lots of space to sit inside, and it's order at the counter service. I ordered the trout scramble ad thought it was amazing. The Potato's were especially delicious. Crispy on the outside, fluffy in the middle. The sauce that accompanied it was a mustard aioli; I'm not typically a mustard fan but this feint and I couldn't get enough. We'll be coming back! read more

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Crazy good. The most perfectly executed omelette I've eaten in my 70 years on earth. Good wraps. Lots of vegetarian/vegan choices. "Clean, well-lighted place." Easy to work in on weekdays. Very personable staff. Really, really special find! read more

Arrived around 7:15 am on a Sunday morning, the only place near the University of St Thomas open early. The trout scramble and drop coffee absolutely hit the spot: A wonderful crispy and chewy slice of buttered artisanal bread, creamy and flavorful eggs, and crispy potatoes. Certainly attentive service to refilling coffee for myself and my companion. I would definitely visit again the next time I'm in town. read more

Decent food, relaxing atmosphere. Service is a bit lackadaisical. Place is brightly lit and decor is a bit sparse. The menu is light on breakfast fare, but it's well prepared. I've been there twice and had the trout scramble both times. Could have been a bigger portion. Potatoes were lukewarm. You're on your own for amenities like a glass of water. There's a spout and glasses near the entrance. Coffee refills are slow. The two women working counter and tables seemed equally interested in the customers and their phones. We go there when our usual haunt, Standish Cafe, is closed a couple times a year. I'd go to Darling again but it isn't my first choice. read more

This little gem is in our neighborhood, so excited that they are here great food. We enjoyed appetizers and a couple of drinks All were very yummy my Negroni was spot on. read more

Great food, great service, in the neighborhood. What's not to love? My partner and I grabbed breakfast on a Friday and had a wonderful meal. Looking forward to going back! read more

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Darling's is very similar its predecessor the Birchwood Cafe -- in terms of the kind and quality of food, service, the prices and ambiance. Which means it is a lovely place to meet up with friends and hopefully it is becoming the neighborhood institution that the Birchwood was. I've only gone for breakfast, but in particular, the scrambled eggs were creamy, the aioli on the potatoes was very tasty. I hear their Dutch Babies are amazing. The food was great, and the coffee was fine although not as remarkable as the food. It looks like they have a nice happy hour as well. read more

Excellent and varied breakfast menu. Ditto the lunch menu, and one of the best beet salads in the city. Highly recommended.

I've visited Darling twice now and I am eager to return and try the rest of the menu. First time, our family came for brunch. I ordered the gluten free savory waffle and an espresso martini. While the drink was superb, the waffle was just alright... not as crispy as I had hoped for. My mom had the trout scramble and chai old fashioned which she both loved. My second time at Darling was for the gluten free fish fry. Darling has big shoes to fill after Birchwood (the previous business in that space) PERFECTED gluten free fish fry. I liked the dish, but felt they skimped on the side of cole slaw and tartar sauce. read more

The old Birchwood cafe location has a new cafe! Meet Darling, the vibe is very similar to birchwood. The menu is good. The baked items looked fresh. The sea salt caramel late is divine! The customer service is really good. Get there soon while the word hasn't gotten out yet. I have a feeling this is going to be a neighborhood gem! read more

There were many things I liked about this place and a few things I didn't. I thought the exterior of the building was less than standard, but the inside is spacious and has a bit of a higher end feel. It's certainly a positive how the inside feels, but the outside and inside really clash. They need to find a way to spruce up the outside of the building. The corned beef hash was decent. I thought it was a plus that they added Brussel sprouts and asparagus and a tasty spicy sauce to the dish (think spicy buffalo sauce on chicken wings). Although the corned beef was a bit tough, even cut into very small pieces to help compensate for that. I prefer tender, juicy and larger pieces of corned beef in my corned beef hash. Owner: the secret is in how long you cook the corned beef, low and slow. The staff were friendly, but I find it odd that in a restaurant that looks higher end on the inside, there isn't wait staff. Rather you order at the counter like at a McDonald's. Again I think that is a bit of a clash. The prices were slightly higher than I would have liked to see, but I've seen higher for similar quality food, so I can't complain too much there. I would go back, but it wont' be a place I'll frequent often. Maybe a few times a year type of a rating if that helps. I'll be curious as to what some of the other menu items taste like. read more

Darling - Corned Beef Hash... corned beef was a bit tough. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

This is one of my favorite places in the country to go out for breakfast. I live in Wisconsin and ate here when it had a different name but it feels basically the same to me under either name. Fresh, creative, sparkly vibe, hearty meals. I am a vegetarian so love it when there is better food and ideas than I might have the energy to cook for myself- my friend and I had Corned Beet hash which was delicious and a tofu scramble full of cauliflower and more. Sour dough toast and jam was memorable and coffee and tea top of the line. Super cute neighborhood near the Mississippi river. read more

So Darling occupies the former BWood space which was a favorite place for a long time before the implosion. What you need to know is that Darling is...awesome! We are here right now for Sat lunch and I will say I am add it to the restaurant rotation no doubt. We ordered some basics out of new restaurant caution but every element was expertly prepared- loved it! Plus the Darling team is friendly, welcoming and professional which goes a long way with me. read more

The food was delicious. The staff was helpful. And the setting was lovely. We are looking forward to going back!

Both the food and service-fabulous! We tried the mushroom "crab cakes" served w greens and pickled onion. Off to a great start: hot (temp), crunchy, tangy, fresh herby tartar sauce. Then, gnocchi, probably the best dish I've ordered out in forever. I added chicken, my son bacon and both were excellent. We followed with key lime pie and a chocolate croissant. I would return for just one of any of the above. Favorite part of our meal was being able to converse easily with a full dining room and fun 80's background music playing. That and paying via a QR code so we could scoot at our leisure. Overall, well-played, Darling! read more

Happened upon Darling while looking for a coffee shop. Decided to do breakfast and glad I did. Service was friendly and attentive, the food was tasty and the vibe was positive. read more