Beautiful space. Moody, warm, date-night energy. Service was very slow, though our waiter himself was genuinely kind and trying. The "break bread" was outstanding and absolutely worth ordering. The margherita pizza was a split decision. The crust and cheese were fantastic, but the sauce leaned more tomato paste than tomato sauce. Thick, heavy, and a little too generous. Overall, the ambiance alone earns it another shot. We'll be back... and maybe the sauce will loosen up next time. read more

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Quick service and great food. I appreciated the casual atmosphere for a downtown restaurant. My wife had the salmon salad and I had the shrimp entree. We had the midnight burning desire for dessert. The food was great and the salmon was generous. The dessert was tiny for the price. It was Valentine's Day and the tables were uncomfortably close in the corner. The bathroom art was questionable in the women's room I'm told. However, I had The Wave in the men's so first time ever that the men's was better. read more

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Went out last Sunday night before seeing a show at the Orpheum. Many restaurants closed downtown right now (or only doing take out) so we ended up here because it was open. We were seated quickly and served quickly as well, which was great. We each got a drink. I can't actually remember what mine was called and can't find the drink menu online, but it was something with tequila and pear (?). It was okay, but a little too sweet for me. For food, we weren't super hungry so just got three sides: caesar salad, Brussel sprouts, and truffle fries. The sprouts were good, but I thought they could have been crispier. The fries and salad were okay, but nothing to write home about. I did really love the orange steam they had that looked like flames. Fulfilled an unattainable dream of mine to be able to stick my hands into flames. Overall, it was decent, but not somewhere I would necessarily return to. read more

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Been here a few times before, this time my friends asked me to meet them for a late dinner. Parking in this area is not my favorite but downtown is usually like that. I was a little late and just ordered some wings. They came out pretty quick but the first wings I but into was cold on the inside. Service is always pretty good here and I really love the space. Cool bar area and some lounge areas with couches. I've had good drinks here before but food is hit or miss for me. read more

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I stopped in at Devil's Advocate in Minneapolis and was seriously impressed. I went with the Ozzie Burger and opted for the Beyond Burger patty -- easily one of the best plant-based burgers I've had in a while. The texture was spot on, and the flavors came together beautifully with the toppings. You can tell they put real care into their ingredients and preparation. I needed something to sip on so, I had a bourbon old fashioned, and it was perfectly balanced -- smooth bourbon, just the right touch of sweetness, and a nice citrus finish. Unfortunately they were out of my favorite - Buffalo Trace! Our server Elijah deserves a special shoutout. He was attentive, personable, and made excellent recommendations that really elevated the experience. The ambiance is what sealed the deal for me. The cozy lighting and the fireplace gave the whole space an intimate, welcoming feel -- perfect for a laid-back dinner or date night. Overall, Devil's Advocate nails that balance of great food, craft cocktails, and warm atmosphere. I'll definitely be back especially since it's so close to Dakota Jazz. read more

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Food 4/5 Dessert 5/5 Service 3.5/5 Ambiance 5/5 Overall 4/5! Cute place in downtown! Food was great, my pasta was light on seasoning but I can appreciate that. Decent selection on wine selection, some beers on tap, and cocktails! Their drinks menu was a bit wrinkled but can still read. Inside the ambiance is cute, bar area and dining area. A little fireplace looking thingee. Dessert all looked super legit but I didn't taste or try any. Everyone said those weee superb! Should have ordered one. read more

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Great place, the only late night kitchen open I could find. Amazing fries, great blue cheese burger, friendly bartender. Low lights, quiet chill vibes. Food took a long time but I think because they made it fresh . read more

Visited Devil's Advocate with a large group (15+) the Tuesday after Memorial Day for work. The decor and ambience were great, and the menu had options for all diets. However, they don't offer bottled water, which was surprising and disappointing for a restaurant of this caliber. We had truffle fries, beet salad, and bread to start, none of which were impressive. I ordered the salmon medium well, and it was just okay. Our server, Bran, was kind and started off strong, but it was clear he was overwhelmed by the size of our group. The other staff member was unhelpful and standoffish. For a big reservation, better staffing and planning were definitely needed. As someone visiting from out of state, I wish we had chosen a different spot. Wouldn't return, even for free. The stars are for Bran's effort. It would have been one stars. The female server that night really had a bottom of the barrel attitude. I really wonder if service is the field that she should be in. Do not eat here even if your job is paying for it it's not worth it. read more

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Tried out this place for happy hour and the best thing was the food. We went on a Thursday, and while it was busy around 4:30, everyone had cleared out by 7:30. We were the second to last group inside. Parking is a little challenging because the place id right on Nicolette Mall, but it is convenient if you park at a ramp downtown for work, and then just walk over. The Brussel sprouts and the parmesan fried were very very good. Super flavorful and savory. I wasn't super impressed with the drink menu, (I ordered the prosecco form the HH menu but didn't like it- to sweet) so I would stick to beer next time. I would go back for lunch to try more of their food, but wasn't impressed with the drink selection. I wish I could give this a provisional 3.5 rating. read more

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While we're all foodies, I'm the Yelper in my circle. I put a lot of effort into my reviews, and I tend to make note of overall review consensus when I gauge whether to even invest my time and money into a potential experience. All that to say - *excuse me* - but how on earth did Devil's Advocate with its cheeky name, chill vibes, incredible fare, awesome service, and sassy AF kickass owner garner a mere 3.6 rating on Yelp? Seriously? Warning - I can already tell this one's going to be an essay. First thing: We didn't intend to end up here. Our circle had just left an event a few blocks away at after 10 pm and were in search of a spot to chat and nibble. We went through so many options before settling on nearby Brit's Pub, admittedly more due to lack of options than an actual craving for, say, bangers and mash. Their kitchen was closed for the night. Darn, but yay, because we all love food adventuring. Brit's Pub staff graciously pointed us directly across the street, to Devil's Advocate. 3.6 rating. Err... Fiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiine. Hesitantly. We enter, and the vibe is chill, not nearly as loud as it could be, and dark while still feeling open and modern, not heavy, stuffy, dated, or depressed. A hostess leads our group to a table directly between the two main clusters of guests. Smart, as this gives us the ability to chat without needing to raise our voices to compete with our surroundings. Our server appears, and she is a vibrant ball of energy. She asks if we're having cocktails. With this being a short visit and half of us driving, we declined, and it didn't change her warm, welcoming manner one bit. We stick with our waters and order up. Truffle fries, steak tips, fat cowboy burger, churro cheesecake slice, and the Minnesota grain bowl and Korean BBQ chicken sandwich both split in half. The truffle fries, being a starter, arrived first - and were inhaled in literally five minutes between five pairs of hands. Easily the best fries any of us had had in a while. When our server returned to check on us, we raved about the fries, obviously, to learn that our impeccably-dressed server was actually one of Devil's Advocate's partners, Carissa, who had auditioned no less than 75 french fry options before selecting the ones on our very quickly emptied shared plate. Our food followed soon after. All except the churro cheesecake - the very last slice had just been served, so Carissa comped a berry cheesecake covered in a mountain of berries and exotic dragonfruit. We could not find fault with our food. To clarify, we're not the type to look for flaws. We were just that wowed by the quality of everything that we all actively considered that thought. Literally the one complaint we had was the chicken in our salad being quite dry. One friend's biggest frustration was deciding whether he preferred the steak tips with or without its accompanying white BBQ sauce. On a table full of food covering a variety of dishes, that's quite impressive. The shining star of the show, however, was definitely Carissa. The vibrant woman is a fireball of sass, and we love her for it. We're definitely coming back to visit - next time, to visit Carissa and grab cocktails. I do wonder if a heavy dose of sass here might have contributed to what I feel is a genuinely baffling rating average. That and this being right by Orchestra Hall and therefore often getting guests who drop in with minimal time for cocktails and a bite before the show they're waiting to go see. PS: Local bartenders, security, and event staff get discounts, so definitely drop by! read more

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First of all, we had a reservation in the "dining" area - which we specifically chose figuring that would be better for us for a sit-down dinner before a show vs. the "lounge" or "bar" seating - in retrospect wish we sat in one of those because they had bigger tables. The round tables in the dining area are tiny. We didn't have room for all of our drinks and plates. Second, the pizzas were disappointing. The sauce and cheese were bland. Mine was supposed to have blue cheese, I found exactly TWO tiny crumbles of blue cheese on the entire pizza. I forget what else it was supposed to have - their online menu is different, but I specifically I ordered it because it sounded the most flavorful and sadly was incredibly bland. read more

"A little bite of heaven at The Devil's Advocate!" Before my review, I want to highlight that Alex has definitely been the best server we have had in the 7 days that we have been in Minneapolis! Dude was hella funny, knowledgeable and so much fun to be around we wanted him to pull a chair up and join us! Thanks brother for the awesome experience! Let me just say -- if you walk into The Devil's Advocate and don't order the Juicy Lucy, you're doing it wrong. This burger is an absolute showstopper. Perfectly cooked, cheesy in all the right ways, and packed with flavor in every bite. It's the kind of burger you don't talk through -- I travel a lot and always get burgers and this is hands down the best I've ever eaten in my life. The fried parmesan brought all the deliciousness together! Before the main event, we started with the beet bruschetta, which was unexpectedly amazing. Tangy, earthy beets over crispy toast with just the right balance of creamy and crunch -- honestly, it could've been a meal on its own. And don't sleep on the Brussels sprouts. Crispy edges, slightly charred, tossed in whatever magic glaze they use were definitely the best I've eaten all week! The vibe? Chill, modern, but still cozy. Service was on point, and the 1919 root beer Alex suggested was Highly recommend -- come hungry and leave plotting your next visit. read more

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First, the decor, atmosphere and layout are great. Services was great too. I wasn't a fan of the food. We ordered the beet bruschetta and steak tips appetizers and while I loved the beet one, the steak tips were over done and very chewy and I'm not a fan of Alabama white sauce. I could see how others would love it, but it wasn't for me. For dinner I ordered the Philly with a salad and the salad was fine, nothing special. But the Philly wasn't it. No onions for the most part, steak was very over done. The cheese whiz was fine but I'm a cooperating sharp fan, to each his own. The biggest issue was the roll was cheap, soft, not toasted and got soggy fast. It wasn't again, fine, but felt like they were cheating out on ingredients. Split a pizza with a friend (pepperoni, hot honey, pickled jalapeños and onion) and it was under done (soft floppy crust) and sooo many onions it over powered everything. My cocktail though was excellent. I could see coming back for drinks, because I dug the vibe, but the food needs work. read more

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Made a reservation. Showed up and seated right away. Ambiance is nice and cozy. The Arnold Palmer and soda were not good. Soda was flat and Arnold Palmer was watery and had no flavor. Tiny glasses given for water and the waiter got lazy and stopped refilling them. The shrimp pasta was a huge disappointment. $27 and it tasted bland. The truffle fries and brussel sprouts were good. Disappointed overall with service and food. read more

I enjoyed my time there. Staff was nice and food was good. When I come back to Minneapolis, I will come back

Nice menu options, food was fairly quick and good. Service could have been better, they didn't have enough servers on a fairly busy Monday night. There is a very cool fireplace but the rest of the place was typical industrial sort of look, kind of cold. Speaking of cold, they left a door open and the cold wind blew right in. I would have rated a 3, but I think they just happened to be having a bad night. Again food was good and that's why I was there... read more

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It was 5° out. We showed on time for our reservation which was through a link on the restaurant's website and was told the restaurant was closed due to a private party. Very disappointing. We won't be back. Will be sure to tell our friends about the lack responsibility. Poor showing! read more

We came to Devil's Advocate before a show at Orchestra Hall. The restaurant itself is really conveniently located & reservations were readily available. The folks who sat us were really helpful, finding an accessible table for my dad (who's in a wheelchair). Our server was also really great & confirmed that we had a show to get to (& made sure to bring the check quickly, etc.) The restaurant itself was pretty nice, I like that they didn't lean too hard into the devilish/hell theme, which could get tacky quickly. We started with the burrata appetizer, which was tasty but surprisingly was served cold. I wish there would've been more bread, 4 slices wasn't enough for all of the burrata & sauce. My dad & I also split the Brussels sprouts (crispy & delicious) & the margarita pizza. There weren't a ton of vegetarian options, which was a bummer, but the pizza was pretty good. The sauce was sweeter than I expected, but still tasty. read more

I loved this place. Atmosphere was good, service was awesome, food was great. Easy walk in downtown Minneapolis. The drink menu was extensive and creative. read more

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Went to the Devil's Advocate for libations. The food was great and we even had fun having drinks from the "Sinners" section of the menu. Here are two of the amazing drinks you can select and have fun with. The first one is "The Alchemist" a blend of lavender and other concoctions. The second one was a smokey mezcal drink names "Santa Muerte" as in saint death. The place was fantastic it felt dark and cozy and had tables and a lounge area giving it a Miami feel. The lighting was dark and dim and the decor was fantastic. The service was amazing considering the size of our group. Our server was kind and patient with us all. The menu was beautifully made and the items matched the theme of the place. Whether you want to try to sign a pact with the devil or come perform an exorcism or become a mad scientist, well this is the spot but either way you will enjoy the food, drinks, and company. I would highly recommend checking this place out #devilsadvocate read more

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Bar scene with friendly people and service. It is a bar with tvs all around. Bar area is busier than table service but it was after 11pm. There are lots of regulars from what I can tell since the workers and patrons were on a first name basis. Decor is modern/mahogany/cherry wood tables and chairs. It is inviting and not divey. Nice place for happy hour with coworkers and business associates. Our server was Tate who was very helpful. We were disappointed that there was no pizza available. Skillet lasagna was our favorite. The brussel sprouts were pretty charred with a little bit too much cheese which made it salty. If it was a little less cheese, I think it would tasted better. Green beans were sooo good. Teri/sesame Sauce was and not overly sweet. The beans had a nice firmness and crunch -the way we like it. The charcuterie board was amazing and saved for the next day to enjoy since we had ordered tons of food for 2. When we come back to visit, we will definitely be back for food and drinks again! Check them out! read more

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We enjoyed Devil's Advocate cozy and hip atmosphere, delicious food (loved the pizza and Ozzy Burger) and awesome service (Kate was the best)! read more

We had a great happy hour experience prior to a show at the Dakota. It's easy to find street parking nearby. We had the lasagna, steak sandwich and brussel sprouts. The lasagna was very spicy, but good! The steak in the steak sandwich was perfect. Delicious - we will be back! read more

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I wish I could have reviewed the food. I walked in with a reservation. I was seated with no menu. After 10 minutes nobody stopped at my table despite walking past multiple times. I had no water and no menu. I got up and left. Nobody said a word. read more

While I appreciate the restaurant for their late night hours, they had a very limited menu options. When we arrived and ordered, five of the menu items we ordered were unavailable. The appetizers that were available to order, were really great. The entrees in the other hand were underwhelming. read more

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The food was amazing. The meatball pizza was great! However, we waited over an hour for our pizza and our bread appetizer we ordered. Very disappointed. There was only one couple there. I went with my family of four, so we didn't have a big party. read more

Waiter was a little green but very patient and kind. Nice clean open space overlooking the square at orchestra hall, can make for some interesting people watching. I'm trying this whole keto thing so I didn't dive full into the menu. Food...is tasty. Family raved about the Meatball Burrata. Red sauce is very very rich. Steak tips are good, the white horseradish sauce makes it really good. Billy's Brussels are great for keto and wonderfully flavorful. Should be shared, very heavy. But that's the intent, so not a slight just a statement. Major detractor was food came out cold. I ordered the stuffed meatball and the cheese was still cold, like solid not melted and cold. Will come back and hope for better prep from the kitchen. Update: came with a large group with a lunch reservation, service was good again. Food was good. Anyone with allergies be warned, several people in our party had an allergic reaction...we think to the fake fire place. Definitely something in the air. Burning eyes, irritated throats. One in our party left early due to the irritation to the eyes. read more

We came in as a group for a formal. They didn't have the adequate seating we needed.(Could have been our fault). They ten covered us bench's next to the window. The waiter then hands me a drink menu when all I wanted to do was order food. I ordered a salmon dish that was dry and the macaroni had no flavor. My date then asked for cheese and was quickly forgotten about. read more

Pros: very close to the orchestra and other downtown hot ticket locations like the convention center. Food was really good - pizza and burgers and fries. Some interesting stuff on the menu such as foie gras juicy lucy, good happy hour and drinks. VERY cool website. It's what lured me there. Cons: slow service. I had to ask our waiter to repeat nearly everything he said because he whispered it, and we only saw him on the floor once about every fifteen minutes. Took us about 15 minutes to get a bread basket, which doesn't seem that long but sure does when time's ticking. We didn't get our food until about an hour after we sat down. Ambiance was kind of odd. Felt like a saloon mixed with Porter Creek or some other dark wallpaper new American food place. Half the floor was covered in rugs, making the tables wobbly, the other wasn't. I told the waiter about it and he said 'well, the tables are just like that. I'm not the owner.' With the amount of wobble it was hard to talk and not worry about my glasses spilling! So basically in review: probably a good thing for drinks or light food, not the place to go when you've got a time limit you thought was reasonable for a meal. read more

We ate at Devil's Advocate, and the atmosphere was quiet--likely because there was an event going on outside, which may have drawn some of the usual crowd away. Still, our experience left a lot to be desired, mostly due to the service. It took quite a while for our waitress to even greet us. When she finally came over, she brought us water and took our order, but then disappeared. We didn't see her again until the food was brought out, and even after that, she was mostly absent. I had the Brussels sprouts and the Korean barbecue chicken. Both dishes were really flavorful, but the Brussels sprouts were clearly made ahead of the rest of my food--they arrived lukewarm and were completely cold by the time I finished them. My husband ordered the lasagna, which he said was good, though it looked a bit dry and could've used more sauce. After our food was served, the waitress checked on us once, and then we didn't see her again. We had to track her down just to get simple things like refills of water. Eventually, my husband had to get up and get her to ask for the check and a to-go container for his lasagna. Meanwhile, we noticed she was regularly checking on another table nearby--visiting them at least three times in under ten minutes. When she finally brought us the check, she was suddenly cheerful and upbeat--as if she was genuinely happy to see us go. read more

The drinks were good and for the most part food was too. The crab cakes were so so to me I am a little biased being that I lived in the east coast so I know good from bad. I took one home to finish. Thought I was just woozy from the drinks tasting paper but come to find out at home I'd been eating it. I was not happy as you can it's a LOT of paper The icing on the cake was our server stopping us on the way out telling us our payment didn't go through. We paid cash.... Must have gotten us confused with the other black couple although the restaurant only had 3 tables read more

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Went here for the 1st time last night and sat at the bar. The bartender was very friendly and truffle fries were great! It was difficult to find parking. Overall nothing special but worth trying once read more

If you come here, just get the philly. This is the best philly I've ever had, and they sold me on the whiz. The beef was tender, juicy. The bun was soft and firm all at the same time. The onions were caramelized, and the fries were battered. This is what you get when you come here. Just do it. read more

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Great ambiance, My group and I weren't too impressed with the food that we ordered, maybe we should've asked our waitress. We did receive good service and would go again for the space and drinks! read more

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Decor unique and inviting. Nice variety of menu items. Close to downtown Stillwater. Happy hour good.

Alex was a stellar server! Gave us great recommendations. We loved the sesame green beans. 10/10 recommend!

Once again I found myself traveling for work in the twin cities and let me tell you Minneapolis did not disappoint. The Devils Advocate is now both my favorite movie featuring Keanu Reeves and my go to place for an amazing burger when in the downtown area. Service was absolutely amazing! Highly recommend! read more

Randomly came across this place and glad we stopped in. My first impression when we walked in was wow this place is so cool! Decor is modern with a fire place area. Looks nice and clean to top it all off. Food: Bruchata sampler - really good!! I highly suggest you order this and try it. The toast that paired with it was small and crunchy just the right size for it Steak and eggs pizza - this was the beat item that I tried. I was not sure how this would taste but I'm glad I tried it. They too pouched eggs on top of the pizza to add more flavor to it. The flavor fair well together making every time bite enjoyable! Eggs Benedict - had a slice of this pizza and it was also good! Bowl - this was interesting. A bowl full of greens. Extremely healthy and perfect for the vegetarians! Mediterranean salad - this salad had shrimp on top of it and u thought it had too much sauce on it. Still good! Bloody Mary - they have a full list of any type of Bloody Mary who you here. Overall, this place was really good! read more

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Great service and food was delicious. Have eaten here more than once ! The cheesecake is delicious but soooo tiny they give you a Demi spoon to eat it! Seriously skinny served with 4-5 blueberries!! With tax and tip $16!!! Outrageous price for this tiny amount!! Like, I know you're not the Cheesecake Restaurant but wow. Easily could be eaten in one bite, almost lost on the plate!! read more

Food was decent, but I was more shocked to see tip included in my bill for a party of one. Very deceiving. I understand if it was larger party, but not 1-4 people. read more