This place had been on my bookmark forever. The reason I couldn't try till recently is because…read morethey close at 2pm and I usually get into Minneapolis in a morning and take a nap. So by the time I wake up, this place is already closed. Anyways, their salad is fresh and really good. They have a lot of toppings and the free potato chips are awesome. It is reasonable considering the portion and quality. It would be awesome if they are open for dinner as well.

It's nice to have options for fresh vegetables in downtown but somehow Green+Grain never hits the…read moremark for me. All the ingredients seem like they're run through a food processor that cuts everything the same small cube size. The so called grain bowl is stuffed with salad, so I have no idea why they call it a grain bowl. Where is Crisp & Green when you need them ?

If you're looking for a fun spot with great food and drinks, Hola Arepa delivers. The Prickly…read morePaloma (Tequila, Aperol, Prickly Pear, Grapefruit, Lime) is phenomenal and at just $8 during happy hour, it's an absolute steal. For anyone with celiac disease, this place is great, the entire menu is gluten free, so you can order with complete peace of mind. The slow roasted pork arepa was a standout. The pork was incredibly tender with excellent flavor. One minor note: the yuca fries were a little light on portion size. That said, we left pleasantly full and very satisfied overall. The restaurant also has a small parking lot which in Minneapolis is amazing.

A fun spot! We came here for my friend's bachelorette party and even though it was raining we were…read morestill able to sit "outside". There is something for everyone here as they can accommodate a lot of diets and you can customize your dishes. They also have a lot of fun drink options, even for those who don't drink alcohol. My food was great, the highlight was the arepitas! I also ordered a mocktail and when our server brought us a round of shots to celebrate (their current frozen drink) she brought me an N/A without me needing to ask which I really loved. Super great service and I'll definitely recommend this spot!

We went to Crisp and Green for an early supper, and the food was really good! Very fresh, good…read moreveggies and ingredients and everything is made in front of you. I had the golden hour curry but had tofu instead of chicken. It was very tasty. I enjoyed the curry flavor! All in all, a very good experience there. Thank you

Great, flavorful and fresh menu! Good, filling portion sizes. Not cheap but worth it here and there…read morefor a treat. THIS LOCATION (North Loop) - Parking is bad. There's a handful of designated spots on the side of the building. Otherwise, good luck with street parking! It is busy during the weekday lunch hour - preorder 20+ minutes or be ready for line! Not best if in a rush. Clean, beautiful space. Kind of loud when busy. They also weren't well prepared / knowledgeable on the new fall menu. If you're going to do a big marketing push on it - best to be prepared!

Good lumpia, a recipe from the owner's Filipina mother, and a great rice/egg/pork dish called Asian…read moreHangover, also very good burger and fries. This is a menu for all tastes.

George & The Dragon is a super cool restaurant that my hubby and I tried for a double date night…read morewith our friends. We came on a Monday night at 6:15pm. This place does get busy so definitely keep that in mind. Luckily I made reservations ahead of time so we had a table waiting for us, otherwise we would have been put on a waiting list since it's a small space. They put us in a corner booth which was nice and spacious enough for 4 people so I'd definitely recommend asking for a booth verse a table if you're planning to come with a larger group. The servers are all very friendly and helpful. I appreciated their attentiveness and sharing what they like best, especially for what's in season based on the time of year. The menu has quite a bit of variety too which is sometimes unexpected when you come to a pub-style location. For appetizers we got Onion Ring and Fried Pickles. They were both really good and served with dipping sauces. Definitely both shareable items so if you're in a group they'd be great options! My entree I chose the Wild Alaskan Sockeye Salmon served with lemon soy marinade, creamy cucumbers, and jasmine rice -- it was SO good!! I loved the creaminess of the cucumbers especially with the rice and than the lemon soy marinade was just a unique touch to the salmon. Toned the flavors down without overpowering acidity. And the salmon was so dreamy, a beautiful pink color that you just knew it wasn't a farm raised salmon. Plus the portion was very generous!! I'd definitely recommend the Alaskan Sockeye Salmon to anyone interested in visiting here. #eatwildsavewild The only negatives (which are more so just knowledge bombs for you): * Restaurant is VERY loud. It's hard to hear because it is one small room that everyone plus the bar is in. I wished I would have took a picture to show what I mean. Just know that if it's an intimate setting you're looking for this is not the place. So be prepared to talk loudly over the loudness and ask "excuse me?" or "repeat that" many times throughout your visit because you're not going to hear everything. * Timed eating. Because this place is a hit with limited seating, once you get a table and complete your meal/payment you'll kindly be asked to leave so that they can clean up and open the table to next in line. Totally get that and am not put off by this at all, but I could see how it could catch some folks off guard especially if you are out for a meal with folks you may not see frequently-- so just keep that in mind. This is not the place to sit and talk post meal. * Parking is limited. Be prepared to walk a few blocks as the road parking in front of the business is pretty limited especially with the other stores and restaurants in the area. Regardless of those few bullets I highly recommend folks visit George & The Dragon. It's a really cool spot and the food was great! Plus theirs a malt shop right next door that looks yummy too, so definitely worth visiting and getting malts after for dessert.

Stonegarden is such a lovely spot for brunch. The service was fantastic and every staff member we…read moreinteracted with was friendly, kind, and genuinely welcoming. The atmosphere is fun and lively, although it does get pretty noisy, so it can be a little hard to hear at times. The food was delicious and definitely not your average brunch menu. Everything felt thoughtful, unique, and full of flavor. Most items are made from scratch, including the biscuits, the bacon, and even the hot sauce, which really shows in the taste. The Mediterranean tartine was a standout with the perfect balance of salty prosciutto and the sweet balsamic onion ricotta. The house Benedict was excellent and the hollandaise was some of the best I've had. The waffle was good but nothing especially memorable, it felt a little overpowered by the raspberry compote. The cocktails were fantastic too. The Orange Dream was the perfect brunch drink, light, creamy, and refreshing. Overall, a great experience with incredible food and wonderful service. I would happily come back again.

Lots of style with substance to match. Probably the BEST espresso martini I've had in awhile - it…read morecomes in a super sexy glass as well. LOCATION Parking can be a little hard to find during peak brunch hours. But if you're willing to walk a block or so, there is a ton of street parking available. THE VIBE The interior is very white, clean, and crisp. Fresh, but not too sterile. Our server was lovely! Very personable. The food took a very long time to arrive. It was clear they were incredibly busy. THE FOOD The food was great! On the pricier end, especially considering the mains did not come with a side. The nordic omelette was super tasty and very unique! My friend got the avocado tartine - she said it was good, but the avocado had oxidized and was a little off-putting.

stopped by French Meadow in Minneapolis and the vibes were great. It's exactly the kind of warm,…read morebustling spot you want for a solid meal. The food was the highlight. We loved the Shakshuka and the open-face sandwich.. both were delicious, fresh, and hit the spot. Service was decent as well, keeping things moving even though they were busy. The bakery case looks incredible, and I'm already planning a trip back to try some treats and grab a few drinks. Definitely a spot worth returning to for more.

I hadn't been there since pre- 2020 and honestly base on this experience its clear there's no…read morereason to go back. My friend made the reservation last minute and not wanting to cause any back and forth, I just went with despite mixed feelings about this establishment. The reservation was at 2pm on a weekend, but when I arrived, the reception was very chaotic. Oddly there was a sign in front of the dining area that said closed, despite people being in there. After finally finding staff to check in with, I interacted with 3 members of their that were all confused about the reservation. I was asked several times for the reservation details and group size. Each time I had to repeat I dont know, a friend made did it, and why couldn't they just look in their system. No one ever bothered to look anything. It al felt unwelcoming, disorganized, and suspicious. A waitress finally brought me to a table and left 4 menus one being a dinner menu. Then a guy came over filled with two glasses to fill with water. When I asked what time the area closes, he advised (with uncertainty) kitchen closes at 2:00, 2:30. Then the waitress came back and said when my friends arrive are we okay ordering from the cafe side. I thought that was bizarre and just said we'll handle things when she (who made the reservation) comes. My group came no long after. However, as I waited I noticed that the menu stated breakfast/brunch ends at 3pm. So why were they behaving like that?!!! Ultimately we stayed, but we all felt very uncomfortable about the ordeal. When the waitress came to take orders, another friend called out the behavior and questioned the reason for their behavior considering closing time. The response was a bunch of mumbling, a typical sign of lying. She said something along the lines of wanting the crew to use the time to instead wrap up/close shop. Then why advertise brunch goes until 3p if you dont want to accept patrons past 2pm?!!! To add insult to injury, while we seated and and food had already come out, we saw them escort two other groups into the area. Facing the entrance I didn't see any of the back and forth that I had received. Interesting, huh! As for the food, I got the grilled cheese and I fries, which the wait assumed was for the teen at the table and just placed before him. The sandwich was 3/5... no issues there, but the experience overshadowed it. return or recommend. If someone know makes a reservation, I'm contesting or opting out.

I don't get to world Street kitchen often enough because that's not close to where I live. But…read moreevery time I eat there, I always remind myself of how much I love the food. It really is just an excellent fast casual Asian fusion We went there the day after a general, strike cabin in Minneapolis and decided to support it because they had shut down. Other many restaurants in Minneapolis are hurting right now because of everything, they were very welcoming. But to be honest, we were there for the food. And I loved it. The brussels sprouts are truly amazing. I think they are my favorite brussels sprouts in the Twin Cities. So many places shove bacon into them. Not these. Rather they use a Thai fish sauce and caramelize them. They're crispy and flavorful. They're amazing. The tofu bowl was also quite tasty. A lot of food for a reasonable price. Just so much to love about this place.

Typically I am anti "throw it in a burrito" but man oh man the thiqq panda chicken and the Korean…read morebbq burritos really brought us to a really delicious moment in time. The people were friendly in the limited interaction of an "order at the kiosk" type place and the vibe was low key for a Saturday afternoon. I'd come back if I lived here!

Needed a quick dinner in the area and felt like something cool and fresh - C&G it is! I had tried…read moreC&G once before so it wasn't completely new. This location is nice inside: tonssss of seating, and I recommend sitting in back for calmer vibes without the hustle of the ordering line! The bench cushion fabric was very dirty and worn on all the seating - definitely didn't match the rest of the space. Parking is a little tricky around here - I recommend one of the free parking ramps. Their menu is pretty simple with a handful of salad and bowl options. I like that! Not too overwhelming. My brother and I both got the chicken bacon ranch salad. You can do substitutions but we stuck with everything. Service was quick and friendly! ~$30 for two salads and two drinks. And the drinks were delish! They had a handful of fresh made teas and lemon waters and we loved them. Salads were delicious; well dressed, and the right portion so you don't have extra leftover. I could use more protein/meat in it. Thanks for a quick and healthy meal!

The other day I landed at the Minneapolis Airport and had to hang out for a few hours before my…read morephysical therapy appointment. I decided to look around for a new lunch spot. I decided to give Crisp & Green a try. When I walked in it had a very fresh and clean look. Everyone there was so nice and cheerful and I was overwhelmed (in a good way) with choices. I ended up choosing the Get Your Greek On Grain Bowl (brown rice, spinach, warm chickpeas, kalamata olives, feta, fajita peppers & onions, cucumber, & lemon-herb vinaigrette) without meat and it was delicious! As I was getting ready to check out I noticed they had Kombucha on tap!! Yes. On. Tap. I totally got the Hibiscus Berry Kombucha and it was so good. I ate every bit of my grain bowl and it kept me full all day.