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    El Bodegon

    4.8 (65 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 3:00 pm, 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM

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    CHEESECAKE
    Bob S.

    We tried El Bodegon's evening tapas menu for the first time and absolutely loved it. El Bodegon is a small place, maybe 12 tables, with a casual atmosphere. Service was GREAT and they explained each dish when it was served. We ordered a couple glasses of wine, the Conchas, Tinta Negra, and Paella Marinera. I can wholeheartedly recommend all three but the Tinta Negra was the can't miss - I seriously considered drinking the garlic cream sauce at the bottom of the bowl. We finished off with a slice of cheesecake and checked out the menu again to plan out what we're going to try next time. This was the best meal I have had in a while and will definitely be back for tapas. Looks like they also have a lunch menu of tacos, burritos, quesadillas, and tortas. We may have to check that out too.

    Almendrado

    Fantastic service. Incredible food. I meant to get a photo of the Tinta Negra, but we totally deleted it before I realized we forgot to take a picture. Everything was delicious. Like, I would get each of these items again without question. But, if I had to order them I would say: 1) Tinta Negra 2) Cordero 3) Carne Brava 4) Almendrado

    ALMENDRADO
    Brett K.

    Had a lovely experience at El Bodegon! It's a cute little Tapas spot with beautiful dishes and we found it offered a wonderful variety of Spanish flavors. We ate the Almendrado (pictured) the Cocretas de Jamon(pictured) as well as the Tinta Negra (forgot to take a picture as we were literally too lost in the sauce), Pescado and Churros. Our favorite was the Tinta Negra which is squid ink pasta. To some it may some odd and quirky, but trust me and try it! It was so buttery and savory and the baby scallops were to die for. Additionally they had a great variety of Spanish wines. This was very exciting as my wife and I had our honeymoon in Spain so there were many varieties we recognized and loved. The service was very personable, I believe it was the owner who was serving us, he didn't say such, but just a hunch. He took time to ask about our Spanish honeymoon and related with his own time spent in the area we visited. Highly recommend this spot if you want to try to some unique Spanish foods. You won't find food like this elsewhere in the area, and I'll truly consider this to be a gem of Minnetonka.

    Sangria...offered in both an alcohol and NA version.
    Patrick T.

    Popped in for a tapa and some sangria. El B is a small space hidden behind a Holiday Station. Don't be fooled....its extremely cute. During the day they serve kicked up Mexican fare, but at night the menu changes and out come the Spanish tapas. I could hear the 3 or 4 tables raving about their selections. I was in a meat mood so I treated myself to the Plato Iberico, a delicious assortment of Serrano ham, soria sausage, basque olives, chorizo iberico, salchicbon, truffle oil, Red wine manchego cheese, sea salt, and balsamic glaze. I loved it all. Still somewhat hungry, I had a lovely piece of fresh flan with assorted berries and cream. Yum. Great service was provided by Chris, and just about everyone in the very small kitchen came out to chat and ask how I was enjoying the food. El B is a hidden gem. I can't wait to go back with friends and try several other tapa dishes.

    Tacos barbacoa
    Bobbi H.

    This was my first time for lunch and ordered tacos. Friendly service just like at dinner. Ordered the pastor and barbacoa tacos which are super flavorful, authentic and downright amazing! Authentic means they have onion and cilantro. It does not mean lettuce, tomato, sour cream. That is American. I think this may be my go-to lunch! I love their tapas at night for dinner and am so excited I finally got to have the tacos!

    Very popular.
    Perry S.

    This cozy, family-owned and operated tapas restaurant is a wonderful addition to the southwest suburbs. The decor is somewhat unusual for a Spanish tapas restaurant, yet the friendliness of the staff, the menu offerings, and the quality of the food are superb and worth a visit. The portions of the tapas we sampled are almost large enough to be considered an entrée. But tapas are all about sharing, and that's exactly what we did. First, we shared the Tinta Negra, a dish consisting of black ink pasta, baby spinach, roasted peppers, Brussels sprouts, shrimp, scallops, and garlic cream sauce. Next came the Paella Marinera. Paellas are filled with a variety of seafood, and this version is no exception. Unlike other paellas we've had, the seafood was enveloped in a thick, delicious tomato sauce, accompanied by rice. El Bodegon also offers a traditional meat paella, known as Paella Sevillana. We'll try that one on our next visit. Lastly, since we are fond of Manchego cheese, we finished off with Almendrado, a beautifully presented dish of chunks of almond-encrusted Manchego cheese soaked in a red wine compote, drizzled with thick balsamic vinegar. All in all, the attentive staff, great variety of tapas items, presentation, and delicious food make El Bodegon our new go-to restaurant. We'll definitely be back.

    Lonnie A.

    My wife and I stopped in to this spot last night, it opened about 2 weeks ago, being adventurous foodies we took a chance. Small space, clean, staff is very attentive. We tried the sangria, my wife said it was the best she had had state side. We ordered Gambas Alajillo ( langostin), Paella Marinera (full of fresh sea food, shrimp, scallops, calamari). I will be going back!

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    The tapas at El Bodegon are inventive, fresh, and flavorful. Our server was attentive and friendly. We will definitely be back.

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    What a great place. The food is absolutely amazing. The tapas are top class in flavor and presentation.

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    Great food and service! Fun change of pace and food was beautifully presented. Definitely recommend this place!

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    CōV Wayzata

    CōV Wayzata

    3.7
    (615 reviews)
    1.9 mi
    $$$

    The restaurant is absolutely beautiful, with stunning lake views, inviting indoor and outdoor…read moreseating, tasteful décor, and floral accents throughout. The ambiance is bright, lively, and energetic without feeling overwhelming. From the moment we arrived, the staff was welcoming and attentive. We were seated promptly, and our server was friendly, professional, and knowledgeable when offering menu recommendations. Throughout the meal, service remained efficient and attentive despite the restaurant being quite busy. We started with the lobster guacamole, which was outstanding and packed with flavor. For my entrée, I ordered the lobster roll, and it did not disappoint. The lobster was fresh, flavorful, and generously portioned, while the toasted roll complemented it perfectly. It's easily one of the better lobster rolls I've had and was a highlight of the meal. Other dishes at our table included wings, flatbread, and the cauliflower dip, all of which were excellent. Portions were generous across the board, especially the apple crisp, which was large enough to share and a great way to finish the meal. What truly sets this place apart is the atmosphere. The restaurant buzzes with activity, creating a vibrant setting where friends and families can gather, socialize, and unwind. Between the lake views, beautiful décor, and lively crowd, it has an energy that makes you want to linger and enjoy the experience. The pricing felt reasonable for the quality of the food, service, and overall setting. With delicious food, attentive service, and one of the most inviting atmospheres around, this is a place I would gladly return to and highly recommend for lunch, dinner, or special occasions.

    Stopped to grab a snack since it's convenient to a dock for our boat. The hostess was very…read morewelcoming and the restaurant is lovely with ample outside seating with lake views, inside tables and bar seating which gives you the best of both on a hot day. The server brought waters, took our order and then the check when we asked. Didn't see him in between and he wasn't busy. He seemed to enjoy talking to other staff more than his tables and as a past server, that annoyed me, especially since we would have ordered another round of drinks. The flatbread was really flavorful. The sushi was underwhelming especially for the price. My Hugo spritz was delicious. I wouldn't go back on purpose but might if we're on the lake again.

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    Spasso

    3.0
    (229 reviews)
    0.1 mi
    $$

    A nice casual but elegant restaurant conveniently located in the western suburbs. With a nice pizza…read moreoven and an excellent tap beer list. It isn't overly fancy and the prices are moderate, but it still feels like a special experience. I had the tortiglioni Rossa, which was clearly a fresh red sauce because it had chunks of tomato of various sizes in it. The pasta was properly cooked and not mushy. The sausage in it had good flavor and was ground relatively finely so it incorporated in every bite. My girlfriend had the mushroom chicken risotto, which she enjoyed. It was a little less of a traditional risotto because the rice wasn't as saucy, but she enjoyed the flavor and there was enough sauce on the chicken. Our service was really prompt and friendly and the food was delivered quickly and played well.

    I had a wonderful experience at Spasso. The service was fantastic and everyone was so friendly and…read moreattentive. The inside was more casual, which I really liked. It also looked like they do a lot of online orders because there was a steady flow of pickups while we were there. I ordered the salmon and it was so so good. It was honestly one of the best salmon dishes I've had in a while. Everything tasted fresh and flavorful and it came out perfectly cooked and very fast. It was pretty busy when we went, so I would definitely recommend making a reservation. Overall such a great spot and I would absolutely go back.

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    Eloise Restaurant and Bar

    Eloise Restaurant and Bar

    4.2
    (44 reviews)
    2.0 mi

    This was our second time at Eloise and it is a really lovely place in Wayzata. The decor is…read moregorgeous and creates an inviting environment that is warm, elegant and welcoming. We had cocktails to start and they were crafted well and delicious. I had the pink 75 and it was not overly sweet but was refreshing. We started with the Parker house rolls, shrimp cocktail and the onion and caviar dip. Very tasty and I would order again. The soup with lobster was especially good as was the cavatelli. We had the bananas foster for dessert and could have licked the dish clean! We also had the grasshopper and pink lady which were a fun treat. I highly recommend and look forward to going back soon.

    My husband and I enjoyed a wonderful dinner here last night. From the hostess to our server,…read moreConnor, and the rest of the staff, everyone was friendly and attentive. Connor answered all of our questions about the menu, and when we inquired about a specific bottle of wine, he brought it to our table so we could take a closer look. I appreciated his willingness to go the extra mile. The food was excellent. We started with the Parker House rolls, which I will not soon forget. I only wish I could have taken a dozen home with me! We also shared the Caesar salad. For our entrées, we had the roast chicken and the beef tenderloin, both of which were perfectly seasoned and cooked. Sadly, we didn't have room for dessert, but the Bananas Foster our neighboring table was enjoying looked spectacular. Perhaps next time I'll save room. The only downside is that it does get quite loud as the restaurant gets busy. On my next trip to the Minneapolis area, I'll certainly be back.

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    6Smith

    6Smith

    3.8
    (716 reviews)
    2.1 mi
    $$$

    There is a reason 6Smith is busy. We made a reservation for the patio and even in 90 degree weather…read moreit was comfortable. They have big umbrellas, fans and the water to keep things cool. The most uncomfortable thing is finding a place to park. If you can't find a spot in the lot, tracking down a street spot that isn't only 1 hour can be a challenge or a bit of a walk. We started with cocktails and Bread is Life appetizer (5/5). Bread is indeed life. We needed two baguettes to eat the three butters/sauces. The whipped ricotta and honey was my favorite, but the chimichurri was a close second. For entrees we split the Beet and Watermelon King Salmon Salad (3/5), A Fat Burger (5/5), Chilled Lobster Roll (4/5), and the Spicy Lobster Mac and Cheese (5/5). The salad was good, but the salmon didn't have enough seasoning for me. It's also more of a traditional watermelon salad vs lettuce salad. The lobster roll was good, but of course mostly bread. It was a hardy sandwich and filled more than other restaurants. The burger was in fact fat, cheesy and juicy. The sandwiches come with hand cut fries (5/5) and an aioli. While the Mac and cheese says it's spicy, it's more of a Minnesota spice. It's a shareable portion, but no more than 3 people if they have other food. For dessert we ordered the Mud Moon Pie (4/5). When they say it's served with a knife they mean it. The portion size is huge! Like 6-12 people could eat on it. We ended up sharing with the table next to us. We were warned it was shareable, but I wish there would have been a smaller portion option to select. We felt so wasteful not being able to eat even half of it. We loved our server. We never felt rushed, our water glasses were never empty and she split the bill with our individual dishes and then split the shared items (I love when they do this vs giving us one bill). While the prices are a little high, the portion sizes and quality of food make it worth it.

    Not sure why I went back maybe I thought time would make it better. Ribeye was good but 6smith…read morecould NOT cook a Potato!!! First serve was extremely Buttery and a pound of garlic swapped for another kind it was worse watery like mushroom soup - Jezuz!! Tried to order bottled Beer 3 diff kinds they were OUT - GIVE me Budweiser - thanx - at the end they forgot to remove the failed beer attempts from the bill. Server never came back hunted his az down. More trouble than it's worth Steak & Potato at home EASY.

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