Every trip to Minneapolis/St. Paul we visit Donatellis. Simply outstanding service and food…read more Everything there is outstanding.

Overall good experience. Great appetizers and above average cheese pizza. Anything with red sauce…read morewas pretty good. Alfredo sauce left something to be desired. Biggest knock was we were in a room with our party of 8 and then two parties of 15+, only 1 waitress for all that. She did as good as she good but the wait times when needing something was brutal. Girls working the ice cream counter were super friendly.

We had a frustrating experience that wasn't about one major mistake, but a series of smaller ones…read morethat added up. A side of shrimp ordered for our son didn't come out with the rest of the food and only arrived after we called it out. Our daughter's shake was given to another table, who accepted it, so it had to be remade. Four of our five meals were served, but the fifth didn't arrive until the others were nearly finished, which made it difficult to eat together as a family. At the end of the meal, we were charged for a drink we didn't order and overcharged for the side of shrimp. We had to ask for an itemized bill because the total seemed high. The charges were corrected, but by that point we'd spent a lot of mental energy tracking issues that shouldn't have required repeated self-advocacy. Everyone was polite, and the mistakes were eventually fixed, but the overall experience felt disorganized and tiring. We left feeling more relieved than satisfied.

Olive Garden wouldn't normally be my first choice (not a huge pasta fan), but when you're dining…read morewith a kid, sometimes they get to call the shots, and this Auntie was happy to honor her dinner pick. We came in for a later dinner after running errands. The hostess gave a pretty routine greeting , not unfriendly, just not overly warm but we were seated quickly. Things turned around once we met our server, Heather. She was friendly and attentive. We started with the classic salad and breadsticks (still hits the spot!) and honestly, I was nearly full before my entrée arrived. I had the tortellini chicken Alfredo, and my niece ordered the kids chicken Alfredo with broccoli. Portions were generous and we both had plenty left for another meal. Did we want dessert? Absolutely! Did we have room? Not a chance. But we'll be back soon for that chocolate lasagna. Seriously, it looked like a chocoholic's dream! Our waitress Heather was great. She boxed everything up for us and checked in often without being overbearing. Solid experience overall!

Visiting from out of town for work and heard this spot was good. I would not recommend this spot at…read moreall. The pros: portion sizes are huge, chicken tasted good The cons: waiter did not stop by the table once, my water was empty within the first 10 min of sitting there and i had to take my cup physically up to the counter to get water from them because i was so thirsty. I didnt see him once after that, he just stood up at the counter talking to the other server. The pasta was oily, they put so much cheese on everything that the oils from the cheese come out and my pasta literally had a layer of oil all around the plate. The mozzerella garlic bread barely had any garlic bread taste, tasted mostly like mozzerella. The mozzerella was also so oily that the garlic bread was just soggy 5 min after the waiter put the plate down. The price is steep, by myself i got an app and an entree only and it came out to 48$ before tip. Overall, for a spot with the reviews it has it completely let me down along with the locals who recommended it to me.

It should be noted that I've never actually set foot inside Bella Ciao Pasta Bar and Ristorante. I…read moreonly experienced it today through the lens of a takeout container. For lunch, I ordered the Chicken Marsala. You get to choose a side; options ranging from Alfredo Fettuccine to Green Beans to Mashed Potatoes to Spaghetti Marinara. I went for the Spaghetti. The meal also came with two breadsticks. Overall, the dish was decent but not remarkable. The highlight was the mushrooms in the Marsala wine sauce. They were flavorful and well prepared. The chicken itself was just okay. Without the sauce, it lacked seasoning, and the texture varied throughout the breast, with some parts tender and others noticeably tough or chewy. The spaghetti was good, though comparable to standard spaghetti you might find anywhere. The breadsticks, however, were disappointing; they were extremely hard and not enjoyable to eat. I also wish the Chicken Marsala and the spaghetti were packaged separately. Because of the amount of sauce, everything blended together in the container. I don't mind my food touching, but separating the items would make for a better presentation and texture. I do think other menu items may have more to offer. One mediocre experience isn't enough for me to write off the restaurant entirely, so I would consider trying something else in the future. However, I wouldn't recommend this particular dish based on today's order. Overall rating: 3/5.

You don't have to travel to New York to dine in a real authentic comfortably Italian restaurant, we…read morehave Yarusso's at 635 Payne Ave Saint Paul, MN 55130 My first memory of eating here I was around 8 years old in 1968, and I and every East Sider I know have been dining in and getting takeout ever since I can remember.

Stopped in here for lunch today. I had the cheese ravioli and my fiancé had a dago and cheese…read morebread. The red sauce was amazing! The service was wonderful! It was fast and everything came out hot and tasted amazing! Drinks were cheap. The cherry on top was the amazing homemade tiramisu. Prices were great. We will definitely be back!

This is a really cute restaurant, situated in an old house. We loved seeing all of the different…read morelittle nooks that a person could be seated in! The service was very friendly, albeit a bit slow. The pace was easily forgiven because our server definitely played along and had a lovely personality. The drinks were nice, but the food was even better. We enjoyed the brussels sprouts, baguette with honey butter and pesto butter, apple salad, the walleye, the Wagyu steak, the bison pot roast, and the New York strip. In particular, the walleye was delicious, the Budino was decadent, and the Wagyu steak was prepared perfectly.

Elk steak was tough and not worth the price. We have made better at home. The sauce they put all…read moreover the sea bass entree overpowers everything. Less would be better. The olive oil cake for $14 is nothing special. I've had better box cakes. They make their old fashioned with small ice cubes unless YOU REQUEST a large one. Large ice cube should be the go to as that is what makes the drink good. Way overpriced for what you get. Go to Ingredients restaurant in town. Much better food and experience.

This is one of my very favorite places for breakfast, and I return often because the food is…read moreconsistently delicious. I highly recommend the Original Bagel Sandwich--an everything bagel with bacon, American cheese, and a fried egg--paired with Oliver's hash. The hash has outstanding flavor and is truly a standout. Another favorite is the Scrambler (scrambled eggs with bacon, scallions, mushrooms, peppers, aged cheddar, and Oliver's hash underneath). Again, the flavor is excellent. If you enjoy a little kick, be sure to ask for their homemade hot sauce--it's terrific. I believe the ketchup is made in-house as well, although it's not quite to my taste. My one consistent disappointment with breakfast is that the menu never changes. They don't seem to offer specials, and I would really love to see new items introduced--whether occasionally or seasonally. Adding some variety would make an already great experience even better. I've considered going for lunch, but the current menu doesn't quite draw me in. I tend to go to specialty places for pizza or tacos, and while I'm sure the soup is very good, I can't justify $17 for a bowl. There are burgers and sandwiches as well, but nothing that really stands out to me. Again, introducing lunch specials or rotating items would make a big difference and likely bring me in more often. The atmosphere is excellent--comfortable, inviting, and full of charming little nooks and crannies, along with bar seating. If having a booth is important to you, I recommend making a reservation.

Food so-so…read more Service GREAT! Thank you sharon b."sheri" for your amazing care! We'll try again when you're working! Ambiance- really nice- spacious, great and comfortable seating.

This place is always amazing, such a good deal, perfect pizza, and great for just stopping in for a…read morequick bite. Alesandro is a great guy, in and out with no hassle or upcharging. If you want to support an immigrant-owned business with really good pizza for a really good price, there's absolutely no better place to go. There's some outdoor seating which is nice when it's hot out, but there are also a few seats inside if the weather isn't good for sitting outside.

Ordered pizza for a party I was having of about 15 guys. When I entered the restaurant and asked…read morefor my order the bald Italian man was frazzled and frustrated. I was told the pizza would be ready in 65 minutes. I showed up 15 minutes early (on my way home). He immediately barked out that it would be an hour more. I already had people at my house and I live 20 minutes away so waiting an hour was a huge issue. They told me I could cancel my order but then I would have had to scramble and find something different. Eventually one of the younger guys nicely said it would be ready in 20-30 minutes but the older man was shaking his head no and clearly upset. I called one of my friends who was coming late and asked him to pick them up when he was coming through. When my friends came, they said the older man was pissed at them too, using the F word and complaining that he has to deal with the larger order (8 pizzas). Super disappointing to have my pizzas 30 minutes late, after I had intentionally ordered ahead. And really discouraging to be treated so poorly on my first order and giving a big order of business. Needless to say, I won't ever go back here. Unpredictable ready times and being treated so poorly just for wanting a bigger order of pizza ready and not an hour late.

I absolutely love this meat market and it is well worth a trip - even if you have to go out of your…read moreway to get there. Every single one of the staff that works there is so so friendly and helpful. This is a local owned butcher shop and it is always evident that they care immensely for their customers. Their selection is amazing and if there's something that you don't see that you want, they probably will go out of their way to get that for you! Besides the meat market part of it, they also have a really great sandwich selection for made to order sandwiches and a hot selection. Their smoked brisket and ribs are second to none. This is a comfortable place and super clean! Absolutely def recommend!

This place is actually pretty damn amazing. The details of the decor they put in to this place are…read moreabsolutely gorgeous, unique and clever or shall I say "cleaver". Service was attentive from everyone. So many delicious items to choose from there. I came specifically to grab a sandwich after doing a quick search online, knowing I would be in the area. An fyi for first timers, there's a little form at the first counter on the right, just after you walk in. Use a form for each sandwich you'd like, hand it to the person behind the counter and wait for them to call your name. I am so pleasantly surprised at how delicious the sandwich was. The bread, THE BREAD, was perfectly toasted but not hard. It was crispy, yet light and airy--so good. It looks super bready but it was not. The crust on their brisket, chef's kiss. My son even grabbed a White Bear Butchery cap cause they've got it all here. Needless to say, I will be back and look forward to trying more things.

The food here is top-notch. The fried pickles, the Nashville hot chicken sandwich with a slice of…read morecheese and their tater tots. All of which were delicious. The prices are good. And the service. In our case. Allie was excellent, friendly, efficient. Everything you would want. It's cozy without being cramped, and when they open the deck that will be extra awesome.

Nice little spot. Very dive bar kind of vibe…read more Food was very good and so was the service

My order was lost in the USPS system and Olive Branch Oil & Spice replaced it immediately and with…read moreno issues. They put a lot of care into the packaging of their products and the quality / taste is amazing! Highly recommend!

If you're into specialty olive oil and balsamic vinegar - this is the spot…read more The primary focus of this store is infused olive oil and flavored specialty balsamic vinegar. These 2 things easily take up half of the floor space. They also have bulk spices of every flavor and color. These are self-serve and are weighed at the front desk. My friend came here looking for a weird and somewhat rare Szechuan Peppercorn that makes your tongue numb (without burning it). And they actually had it in the bulk spice area! Finally, there's a myriad of weird salt lamps. Interesting. -Daddy Maxx Retro