This place was a lot of fun and the food was delicious. We went for a girls night and enjoyed a few…read moreapps and then I got an entree. It was all delicious and next time I need to save room for dessert. The service was nice and was able he was able to answer any questions we had about the menu. The had a lovely time and can't wait to come back next time to try other items in the menu. This is a nice, quaint little place with a bar and a few tables with window seating that are wonderful.

The food, the food, is fantastic. I never really knew what umami was about, but the Asian Hangover…read moreis the Bomb! We've created a Znee Yelp List for this establishment. "We're Coming Back! Tara's service was excellent! Ambiance makes me want to move to Tangletown

This place reminds me of cozzier areas of New York. It felt like a casual place but a little…read morefancier. Staff and everyone were super nice and attentive. Our waiter was very knowledgeable about everything on the menu. I liked the opening pecans and olives a lot. The steak tartar was pretty good. I always like fries, and the burger was sufficient. I think the place may be slightly fancier than what I'm accustomed to, but a very nice place all in all. I'll have to same it for special occasions.

Great Atmosphere, but Disappointing Service and Inconsistent Food…read more We visited 112 Eatery for dinner with reservations and were looking forward to the experience. Unfortunately, while the restaurant has a wonderful, warm, and cozy atmosphere, the service and execution of several dishes left us disappointed. I started with an Old Fashioned made with brown butter-infused bourbon, which sounded intriguing. Unfortunately, the cocktail was served over regular crushed ice rather than a single large ice cube, causing it to become watered down rather quickly. Not the best start. We were interested in ordering the pork chop, and our waiter explained that it would take approximately 15-20 minutes to prepare. He suggested putting that order in immediately while we decided on appetizers. That sounded reasonable, except our waiter then disappeared for another 5-10 minutes. After unsuccessfully trying to get his attention, we had to ask another employee to find him. When he returned, I specifically asked whether we still had time to order appetizers without having the pork chop arrive at the same time. He assured us that the timing would be coordinated appropriately. Unfortunately, the pork chop arrived before any of our appetizers. When I expressed my concern to the woman delivering the dish, she offered to take it back and have it prepared again. I appreciated her willingness to correct the situation, but the entire sequence reflected poor coordination between the kitchen and service staff. As for the food, the pork chop was excellent and easily the highlight of the evening. The appetizers, however, were less impressive. The dumplings had a flavorful filling, but the dough at the top was noticeably undercooked and unpleasantly doughy. The octopus was tender, but it was deep-fried, which wasn't what we expected. We generally prefer lighter, healthier preparations and would have appreciated knowing beforehand that the octopus was fried. On the positive side, the restaurant's interior is inviting, comfortable, and beautifully suited for an intimate dinner. And again, the pork chop was outstanding. Unfortunately, a great atmosphere and one excellent entrée weren't enough to overcome the service missteps, poor timing, and inconsistent execution of the other dishes. At this price point and given the restaurant's reputation, we expected a more polished dining experience. While I can understand an occasional kitchen or service mistake, the combination of issues made for a disappointing evening. We will likely not return.

Really enjoyed our experience at Red Cow. The food was great, the service was friendly and…read moreattentive, and the atmosphere made it a really fun place to spend the evening. Everything felt easy and welcoming from start to finish. Definitely a spot we'd come back to.

Great place for a Saturday brunch! They have a nice shaded patio, large bar area, and nice sized…read moredining room. They take reservations through Open Table. Service is friendly and quick, they work as a team so requests get taken care of quickly. Now for the food, for brunch you get a complimentary bowl of mini donuts. We started with the cheese curds to share and they were so good. Delicate batter, with a side of a sweet jam/ketchup and ranch. These were eaten up fast. We also shared the buffalo cauliflower which was nicely battered, firm cauliflower, and a good amount of buffalo sauce. I ordered the chicken wraps. These were nice and refreshing. Comes with 3 skewers of chicken, a peanut dressing, fresh Bibb lettuce, basil, mint, cucumber, and sliced radish. My husband had the huevos rancheros which he liked as well. I saw other tables get a mimosa flight which looked fun if we had a larger group. Highly recommend this place. Street parking only with a nearby pay lot.

I hadn't realized it's been so long since my last review. We come here several times a year and…read morethey have built up a solid reputation of excellent service and consistent food. We basically only come on days live music is going on. This time around we went for the bar seating so we wouldn't have to wait to eat since we had no reservations. I pretty much get the same thing every time, which would be eggs Benedict, and I always substitute the pulled bison meat for the bison wild rice sausage patty with one lemon ricotta hot cake on the side, yum.

Not a traditional entrance and a bit confusing but this restaurant is below ground and the hallways…read morelead to other establishments. But once inside, a very cool and big space. Live music on this Saturday afternoon which was a pleasant surprise. Busy place so this was a good sign. Sat at the bar and a lot of interesting options on the menu. I went with one of their signature dishes, the ham and pear crisp sandwich. Comes with fries and they were excellent. And their homemade ranch dressing is Yelplicious! The sandwich was good and the pear is a surprisingly good addition. Tasty all around. As I sat there I kept seeing these monster bloody mary's walking around. As I left I walked out a different way and saw the source of these drinks and what a cool concept. Largest toppings bar that i've ever seen. Incredible and it can't be missed!

Had the smoked jumbo wings here today for lunch. This is one of the things they they are known for…read moreand I can see why. They were extremely tasted. I opted for the standard buffalo toss and did not regret it. It's not cheap, but for the quality and quantity I think it's worth it. For me it was plenty for a lunch without any sort of side. I got a house ipa to wash it down and it was decent but not my fav. My friend had the smoked Rueben sandwhich and enjoyed it. Service was good, ambiance on the outdoor patio was nice, and overall had a very positive experience here.

We decided to eat at Northbound for dinner on a bustling Independence Day Eve at 7PM. Walking up to…read morethe restaurant, it seemed like there would be a small wait, but luckily for us, a table just opened up as we walked through the doors. Even with how busy the place was, I didn't find the service to be too slow. The food took about 10 minutes to come out. Cheese Curds ($12.50) - Interesting curds. They're covered and fried in a leavened waffle batter, which gives a more airy type of crisp on the outside. It's more robust than normal cheese curd batter, but has that lighter and softer waffle crunch. The texture inside is right in between being soft and gooey but has enough firmness for a slight squeaky behavior. I actually don't prefer this texture - I massively prefer one extreme or the other, either completely squeaky, or completely softened and melted. The curds are all separated with some mini batter nubs spread around for extra crunch. The curds comes with a ranch dip that has fresh herbs in buttermilk and for some reason reminds me of thousand island in taste. (4/5) 18-hr Porketta ($17.50) + Fries Upgrade (+$2.50) - This is a very simple sandwich with Northbound's famous 18 hour porketta, some Swiss cheese melted on top, and finally some softened sliced onion in a brioche bun. The porketta is essentially pulled pork and is lean with basically no fat. It's seasoned well with a good fennel and spiced aroma The flavors are quite pronounced and while the pork is relatively tender for the cut, some fat would do some major justice. The fries are mediocre. They are clearly hand cut and fried in house, but they are a little underfried since the interiors are firm rather than fluffy and they are floppy in texture. Meh. The porketta comes with a sauce that's fruity, tangy, and acidic. It's surprisingly great for the cheese curds since the curds are so heavy and fatty. (4/5) Overall I found the food at Northbound to be good enough but nothing particularly outstanding. I certainly don't think it was worth the 45 minute round trip drive. but I wouldn't mind eating there again if I happened to be in the area in the future. Food: [4/5] Service: [ ] Other: [ ] Final Rating: 4/5 Bathrooms - Two unisex rooms

I'm in town visiting for a conference and this was my first time walking the streets of…read moreMinneapolis. My friend recommended me the Red Rabbit and this place is a vibe. It's always busy, so this was the place to be! We had a lovely waiter and the food was excellent! I loved my chicken Alfredo with chicken and would totally come back in the future to order it again. We had a great experience and would totally recommend coming here!

On the fourth day of my first visit to Minneapolis, my buddy JJ and I embraced Minnesota Nice…read moremantra and invited Matthieu, a newfound bar friend, to a Twins game. We all slept through first pitch, but that didn't stop us from ordering combo platters of shots and beers. Three hours of baseball and day-drinking can take a toll on a man, so Matthieu proposed an after-party at his favorite eatery, Red Rabbit. The hostess seemed surprised when three guys in full baseball regalia requested a lunch table, but she welcomed us and honored our request to sit far from any families or members of the clergy. Matthieu came out swinging suggesting a hard-to-find AleSmith Nut Brown Ale. He paired it with the Burrata Grilled Toast, topped with micro basil, pesto, and roasted tomatoes. The toast inspired such devotion that we divided the final piece into thirds like diplomats negotiating a peace treaty. Some Minneapolitan-Neapolitan cultural exchange was clearly at work in the Garlic Bread Cheese Curds. This layered appetizer starts crunchy, turns puffy, and finishes with the curds' satisfying squeak. It needed marinara about as much as Joe Mauer needed Justin Morneau, but the sauce still improved the experience. Before you alert the pizza police, PB&J Pizza stands for pineapple, bacon, and jalapeño. This Hawaiian-adjacent combination hits close to home because it mirrors my preferred PP&J: pineapple, pepperoni, and jalapeño. I may have to add it as a favorite in the Papa John's app. The Vodka Rigatoni with Meatballs arrived creamy and light on the Calabrian chili. I would have added Italian sausage for more punch. Still, JJ had only recently graduated from tri-color Bomb Pops to gelato, so the milder approach probably suited him. He cleared his plate, which settled the argument. Then things started to slide. Our server, whose identity I'll protect, was mostly professional and attentive but sometimes appeared overwhelmed. Trouble began with the Cheese & Salami Board. When he tried to upsell me to the large, I naturally asked which cheeses and salamis it included. "Um... salami from Italy, cheese, nuts, olives, and chocolate," he replied. I skipped the CliffsNotes and moved on. I wasn't spending nearly $40 on mystery salami, bar nuts, and another serving of burrata. Every dish up to that point had cleared the fence, so we expected another home run from the Chicken Parmesan. Unfortunately, it arrived soggy, as though someone had forgotten it under the broiler. Only the edges that escaped the cheese and sauce remained crispy. While my buddies mauled the accompanying Bucatini Alfredo, I ordered a Gluek's gluten-free Cream Ale. The first sip made me wince. JJ, who has watched me enjoy tablespoon-sized bumps of Sevruga caviar, immediately noticed. He took a sip and responded with a tongue-scraping motion. Not one to be left out, Matthieu sampled it and reported, "I see where all the discontinued pennies went: into making this beer." I flagged our server, who carried the beer to the bartender, who sniffed it, inspected its color, then poured a comparison taste of Metal High Life from the draft. He declared the Gluek palatable, and sent the verdict back through our server. I didn't care if the President of the American Brewers Guild had personally pinned a gold medal on it. The beer tasted like a fistful of loose change, and no diner should need expert testimony to prove that. Seeking a palate cleanser, we ordered the Spritz Tree, or flight, featuring Campari, Hugo, Midnight, Watermelon, and Tequi... "THAT'S FIVE!" the server snapped. We responded with three raised eyebrows. Fine. The deal included four spritzes for $50, not five for $40. Maybe I had developed late-onset dyslexia. Maybe the $2 Twins Pils from earlier had finally entered the lineup. After that frosty exchange, our server kept circling the table to ask whether we needed anything else. You couldn't have fit a toothpick among the plates and pours, so I interpreted the check-ins as a not-so-subtle suggestion that we continue our Minneapolis mayhem elsewhere. Waiter fatigue aside, Red Rabbit delivers playful food, inventive cocktails, and enough Twin Cities character to warrant a return visit. We left without conquering as much of the menu as I had hoped, but that gives me a solid reason to come back.

The service is always great. The food is great. The menu is thoughtful. They switch it up…read moreseasonally. I try something new each time I'm here and everything is top-notch. It's a good place if you like something a little more elevated than your standard restaurant. The ambience is terrific. Beautiful space. I'm surprised it isn't more widely recommended. There's ample parking. They have the best Bloody Mary in Minneapolis! This is a good place to take guests that are visiting Minneapolis.

Very nice out of the way bar pub style. The menu is unique…read moreas well The many drinks it's know for.

Last night I went to the Freehouse with some friends for the Dancing With the Stars watch party!…read moreFrom the second we walked in until the moment we left was a 5 star experience. The vibe of the restaurant was modern yet rustic very clean, warm and relaxing. The service was amazing, everyone was so welcoming, and genuinely looked like they were having fun. The food was on point, cooked perfectly and came out of the kitchen fast and fresh. I will definitely be back!!

Fun spot to hang out after work or to get a good meal. In a…read moregood spot, pretty walkable area and has a nice outdoor area to hang out when the weather is nice. Out of state visiting, but we went 2x since it was closer to our hotel and enjoyed it both visits. Warning- may be packed for DWTS on Tuesday nights!!

I'm so proud to be able to call myself a regular at this restaurant for the past 4 years. While I…read moremainly come here for trivia, after all this time I've gotten to try an extensive portion of their menu. They do play around with it some, and unfortunately they did remove my favorite thing to eat there- the shrimp nachos- so we now normally just get drinks, but I'd still recommend almost anything there. The staff are also what set this place apart from any other. They're so kind and willing to be of service, we genuinely look forward to seeing them again every time. I would recommend FoodSmith to everyone I know, and I would especially recommend the cheese curds- dipping them in the jam is a FoodSmith classic you can't miss!

Excellent service - friendly, highly attentive with great communication. Ambiance didn't wow me,…read morebut it was clean and comfortable. Food was delicious. My chicken and vegetable soup tasted fresh and made from scratch. And the accompanying bread had a crunchy crust and was marshmallow like on the inside. I ordered an Aperol Spritz, but they were out of Aperol. However, the Bottlerocket Spritz was so tasty, I didn't mind. For dessert, we shared the Austrian Apple Strudel Ala Mode and it was DELICIOUS! My 2 friends both had the Minnesota Harvest Salad with Salmon and it looked so good. I would definitely come back to try more from their menu.

Surly is always a great spot to hang out. My favorite thing here is the pizza upstairs--I'm Your…read moreDaddy. It's their signature pizza, and for good reason. It has the perfect balance of sweet and spicy, and both my friends and I absolutely loved it. The beer is great too, with plenty of options to choose from. One thing to know before you go: the upstairs pizza area and the downstairs restaurant are separate, so they have different service. If you're looking for full table service and a larger food menu, you can head downstairs. Either way, it's a fun place with great food and beer, and I'd definitely recommend checking it out.

Surly Brewing is a wonderful brewery! They have a solid menu with new dishes rotating in and out…read moreoften, so you are always able to find something new! They have an extensive beer menus and the staff are always willing to help you find the right beer for you. They also have incredible outdoor and upper deck seating with a pizza parlor! During the warmer months Surly often has live music, games, and other events going on. I highly recommend the beer tours, you get to learn about some of your favorite beers and the company's deep inspiring history! Surly is one of a kind and it is a staple in the Twin Cities community!