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    J. Selby's

    4.3 (468 reviews)
    ModerateVegan, American
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    Mel's Ranch Wrap,  Caesar Salad
    Megan Y.

    I'm not a vegan or vegetarian or pescatarian, but of my two friends one is pescatarian and the other is fully vegan. What I am in, however, is my healthy era so I was pumped to try this for dinner. My MN friend has been here with her local friend as well as had access to some items through her job at a sports venue. It's not a fancy sit-down place but also not fast food. It reminded me of Cava when I walked in the door. The bathrooms (2 single-stall) were very clean. You order via QR code menus that have built in pay systems too. My order kept not going through so I had to resort to approaching the counter. Food came out fairly quickly. The server got confused when they brought out an entree size Caesar Salad when I got the side. She came back afterwards & apologized for her mistake in a professional way. Every dish pictured in my review was incredible - including the Ceylon Iced Black Tea! I wish we could've also tried the Mac n Cheese appetizer but all of us ran out of room...

    Breakfast burger with fries! Delicious!
    Stephanie C.

    Simply stupendous! My husband and I came here for lunch on a Friday and found a very busy restaurant. I got the breakfast burger with fries and my husband got the chicken sandwich with a side of salad with vinaigrette, and we shared a chocolate shake. We also grabbed one of their coffee cakes to go for later. I had really wanted to try the chicken fried oyster mushrooms, but they were out by the time we arrived, sadly. The burger and sandwich were both very satisfying, and the fries were wonderfully seasoned (I think it might be Old Bay seasoning or something similar, it was definitely a familiar flavor) with a good crispy outside and a fluffy interior. Even my husband, who is not a potato fan, was stealing some fries! (Stealing a bit of his salad is not the same level of excitement, let me tell you, but it was a good vinaigrette and it was really fresh.) I didn't get a bite of husband's sandwich, but my burger was flavorful and filling. The chocolate shake was thick and delicious, as well. We had the coffee cake later (with coffee, naturally), and it was excellent and cinnamon-y, and even had some apple bits in it, which was a pleasant surprise. The location itself is pretty modern and clean. You order up front and then get your number and sit down somewhere. The service in general was pretty good, although it did take a little time for someone to come over to the cash register to take our order and he seemed a little annoyed, so I am not sure if we broke some unspoken rule or something known to the regulars with the way we approached. We do try to do a day in the twin cities each time we make a trip to Minnesota to see my husband's family, so we're almost certain to be back again on the next trip! Hopefully next time we manage to catch those fried mushrooms before they sell out!

    Chicken soup with matza balls
    Sarah V.

    Service was great and so was the food. Got there for a late lunch and there was no wait for a table. Wanted to get something from the Deli, but was to full to even care on the way out.

    Steak sandwich + salad
    Shell J.

    I heard J. Shelby's is usually very crowded, but we hit a storm and it was orderly quiet and pleasant on a Saturday early afternoon, which could be very rare. Anyway, I can always choose a rainy day to come here to avoid crowd as all plant-based choices will always put my mind at ease. Although we went for the party food, the salad and bowls looked very enticing on other tables and will be on the bucket list for next time. We had steak sandwich and gyro, both made with savory soy curls, a bit on greasy side, but delicious. Love the minimalist ambiance. Will come back for more.

    Shaun J.

    Fast service and good food. Three of us all got good food. The fries were especially good. I had the Solo. It was good but too much bun. I've been told it's officially in our rotation.

    Harvest Bowl with Tofu
    Sydney N.

    My vegan friend brought me to J. Selby's for a quick bite to eat for lunch after a busy day of errands, and I loved it! This is such a cute gem, very vintage diner feel with revamped food. We definitely came in right after the Saturday lunch rush. I ordered the Harvest Bowl with Tofu and shared a chocolate chip cookie. The cookie was delicious, a little more on the doughy side but I like it that way. The harvest bowl was delicious - I think about it constantly. All the flavors were so balanced and comforting, plus the tempura batter on the tofu was delicious! Service was pretty fast for a lunch rush, I would definitely come back and dine in or carry out!

    Special: milkshake egg nog flavor
    Khadijah H.

    Came here for lunch and tried the milkshake egg nog flavor as well as the Cesar salad with mushroom locally picked. I paid about $27 for two items which is incredibly steep for vegan dishes. I know it's plant based but that's still pricey. The establishment is large and can be used to study or hangout at. Big enough to have a friend gathering. The Caesar salad with mushroom was alright but the dressing used gave me a headache after 4 bites. Maybe too much soy in it - not certain but it didn't agree with me. It was a very large salad to say the least. The egg nog was the best out of the two items. Not too sweet - it was the perfect amount. I'd be inclined to return and try another dish on the menu should I visit Minneapolis again.

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    Vegan paradise. The gyro and bbq black bean burger are outstanding. Great neighborhood vibe.

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    Best vegetarian/vegan restaurant in town, everything on the menu is guaranteed to be great.

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    Food was horrible Service was slow food was cold, and the atmosphere was unpleasant

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    Great service, I love the burgers. Nice hipster vibe, no complaints other than the lack of parking

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    The Lexington - Famous Smoked Chicken Pot Pie

    The Lexington

    3.7(405 reviews)
    0.7 mi•Summit Hill
    •$$$

    My lovely bride and I celebrated our 48th wedding anniversary at the Lexington on a recent Friday…read moreevening. The meal was delicious, service was top notch and we definitely be back sooner than the 50 year gap since our last visit (when we're HS seniors). We completely enjoyed the lobster/cauliflower/gouda melt appetizer- in fact this might have been the star of our meal. Moving on we shared a wedge salad that was fresh and delicious. For our main course we shared Steak Diane and asparagus. The combo of the steak with the creamy sauce over a bed of mushrooms was superb. Our meal closed with an ice cream sundae for our anniversary treat and we also shared the grasshopper pie. We loved the pie! The side serving of asparagus was much more than we needed - I might skip that choice for the next dining occasion. If you are a fan of the traditional feel of a supper club, this is the place for you. You will be treated well and made to feel special. The serving staff move in and around quietly and do everything you expect from a 5-star supper club. The warm moist towel at the end of the meal was a touch of gratitude that we appreciated. Our reservations were at 5:15 and I think arriving early helped our overall experience. We really appreciated the kitchen team for splitting the portions - it helps us share the meal so we can try more options without overeating. The staff was gracious and we received a complimentary photo celebrating our anniversary. There were so many little touches that made this a memorable celebration.

    Enjoyed a warm spring evening on the rooftop of the Lexington (recently named in the top three…read morerooftops of the Twin Cities in Msp Magazine!). We were warmly greeted by the host who sat us right away in a sunny spot. Our server was wonderful. I ordered a drink that ended up not being up to par, and he kindly offered to switch it to something else with grace and class, without making me feel badly for asking this. This goes to show the caliber of this long standing institution. Customers are treated well and are respected here. Our snacks from the menu were delicious and perfectly sized. The shrimp cocktail was made well. The lamb meatballs were flavorful and hearty. My Hemingway Daquiri was refreshing without being too liquor forward. Love all the Luxardo drinks on the menu! We will definitely be back!

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    The Lexington - Love the old photos of years gone by . .

    Love the old photos of years gone by . .

    The Lexington - Lobster & Cauliflower Cheese

    Lobster & Cauliflower Cheese

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    The Neighborhood Café - Special pancake.  If you like it sweet!

    The Neighborhood Café

    4.3(379 reviews)
    1.5 mi•Merriam Park
    •$$

    Wanted to have something different for breakfast and it had been a good while since stopping in to…read morethe Neighborhood Café. They have remodeled a little since the last time in and now there's lots of space and fun decor on the walls. The menu has something for everyone. O was also very excited to see a non-pork breakfast meat option on the menu. I ended up getting the breakfast burrito, while hubs had the special pancakes of the day, which were a strawberry and cream. The burrito was HUGE, but delicious. I also snagged a bite of the pancakes, which were also so good. Our server was so great, got us taken care of quickly and made great recommendations. Would highly recommend stopping by the Neighborhood Café!

    Finally made it here, and wasn't disappointed. It was busy for a weekday lunch, but my kids and I…read morewaited in the back hallway until a table was ready. They thought the pancakes were amazing, and the Cajun Breakfast is everything I wanted it to be and more. They use ground andouille sausage rather than diced rope sausage and it's just so much better. But honestly, I could have been happy just dipping the double buttered toast into the hollandaise for a whole meal. SO GOOD! And the service was impeccable - friendly and attentive despite how busy it was. Only thing that could use a little work is the seating- our booth was torn up badly and not even duct taped to smooth it out. Some repairs/updates would go a long way. But joints like this I don't judge the ambiance too harshly.

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    Interior

    The Neighborhood Café - Cajun breakfast

    Cajun breakfast

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    Altera - Dessert menu

    Altera

    4.4(52 reviews)
    3.1 mi•Highland

    I had been really wanting to go to Altera and was excited to go! I liked the ambiance but will say…read morethere was room for improvement for attention to cleanliness - menu, water glass, chair were not clean. We ordered: POK POK CHICKEN WINGS 5/5 BURRATA 1/5 CACIO E PEPE Pizza 2/5 DAN DAN NOODLE 4.5/5 (not terribly warm) CLAUDEL 5/5 Wine list was good!

    This place has potential, the ambiance was there and the server Josh was great, but the food itself…read morejust didn't match the prices. Came here for a date night, I got the Broiled Miso Salmon and one glass of wine and my partner got the Steak Frites and a coke. Our bill was $95! Ouch. The bad: If it were really really good I would be willing to pay for it, but I felt that the flavors in my dish, in salmon, carrot ginger sauce, and cauliflower, were whispering at best. I think the cauliflower could have used a sauce or been crispier, it just seemed boring and soggy. The steak and fries also came out cold :( my partner really knows his steaks and was not impressed, it was over cooked for medium rare and it had clearly been sitting too long. Not worth the $38! The good: The space itself is decorated really well, it's pretty dark but the theme comes together really nicely. I personally enjoyed the indie/pop music they had playing and it wasn't too loud. I really enjoyed the Chardonnay ($16) and they had a decent selection of wine but only a handful were by the glass. You can get glasses of by the bottle wines if you commit to getting at least two glasses though which is good to know. For me, the service really saved this review, our server was so nice and friendly, attentive but not overbearing. I would maybe grab a drink and an appetizer here sometime but will definitely hold out on dinner again until their prices chill or the food gets better. ‍ TLDR: Too expensive for the food quality

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    Pok Pok Chicken Wings

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    Altera Cheeseburger and "Chips"

    Russell’s - Menu 12/3

    Russell’s

    4.1(32 reviews)
    0.6 mi•Summit Hill

    Love the vibe of this place. It's warm and welcoming and feels like a local upscale neighborhood…read morejoint. Service is great from the host stand to the servers; really well done. We started with the Swedish meatballs which we didn't love. They're made with chicken which made them a bit to dry. The hubs had the lobster pappardelle which was delicious. (Very rich and filling) I had the butternut squash bisque which was so creamy and yummy! Friends of ours had the walleye nachos which they were really impressed with! If you're lucky, you'll find street parking out front, otherwise head the small lot behind the restaurant where you can enter through a rear door.

    First time visiting this restaurant tonight after hearing good things. It did not disappoint. The…read morerestaurant is beautiful...beautifully decorated, with a cozy vibe and pleasant lighting. And no music so you can hear each other. Lovely! The service was efficient and friendly and helpful. Our server (Christina I believe) was on point with timing and recommendations and checking in appropriately. She was great. My friend and I each started with a cocktail while we were catching up. The espresso martini and the Pinot were both delightful. I had the Swedish meatballs and they were very good. It's listed as an appetizer but plenty for one person as an entrée. My friend had the salmon and she said it was delightful. We shared an apple pie dessert which was equally tasty. Parking can be a little tricky, but there is a lot behind the restaurant where you may find a spot. Highly recommend!

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    Russell’s - Walleye nachos

    Walleye nachos

    Russell’s - Burger

    Burger

    Russell’s - Cacio e pepe fries, topped with pecorino.

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    Cacio e pepe fries, topped with pecorino.

    A-Side Public House - House Salad with Chicken

    A-Side Public House

    4.2(237 reviews)
    1.4 mi•West Seventh
    •$$

    I wish I could give this place more than three stars. The space is great, with an indoor/outdoor…read morefeel. And it's located in a neighborhood that I'd like to support. But the food is average to meh. Likewise with the service. For $35 entrees and $20 cocktails, I expect better. A small example: if your menu is going to offer "frites" with bearnaise instead of plain old "French fries," it might be a good idea to actually serve them with a side of bearnaise rather than plain old ketchup, which came with our meals (even if the ketchup comes in a little ramekin rather than a bottle). In other ways, as well, our meal didn't walk the talk that the menu suggested. It felt overpriced for dishes where lots of salt and fat seemed to take the place of truly complex, well-harmonized flavors. Service: at the time I made our reservation, I referenced that my party would be celebrating a family birthday. There was no acknowledgment of this by the restaurant's staff at any time during our visit. Even little things like this matter. After being seated, no one poured water for our group. Appears that this is a "self serve" thing; if you're thirsty, pour your own water. We waited at least 10 minutes for our server after being seated. After our meal was served, our server did not come back to check in until it was time to ask if we were ready for dessert. We decided to skip dessert. We probably won't be coming back anytime soon.

    The atmosphere with the outdoor patio , open fire truck doors , lovely service from attentive staff…read morewas fabulous. Well matched with creative food . Roasted fennel in.cream sauce paired with grilled char . YUMM!!

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    Bar

    A-Side Public House - June 2025 - watermelon salad

    June 2025 - watermelon salad

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    Ribeye

    Saint City Catering - Huevos Rancheros with handmade tortillas (photobombed by a delightful hazelnut latte).

    Saint City Catering

    5.0(2 reviews)
    2.4 mi•Lowertown, Downtown St. Paul

    Excellent food, excellent coffee, excellent ambiance. Really kind of a picture-perfect urban cafe…read morefor hours of cozy relaxing and sipping. I've stopped in for coffee a couple of times, but this time I asked what they had for brunch, and they prepared an amazing bowl with really good eggs, really good hash browns, and REALLY good chorizo. I liked it at least as much as anything I've gotten at their brunch-y neighbors across the street. They've got other savory items including roast chicken and hanger steak, and I keep seeing that they have smoothies as well; I want to try it all. True to their name, they have a catering element. They apparently have rentable party rooms. I haven't seen them but if you're here because you want to know about that, all's I can say is I bet the food is good, and I bet they make it interesting in a good way. The space has gobs of personality, and there are musicians performing sporadically. There are daily specials and a calendar of events such as spoken-word open mic night. It is an artsy place. I like it.

    I've been here twice now and it's quickly becoming a favorite!! The coffee is great but just WAIT…read moreuntil you try the food. I was a little skeptical about the quality when I saw the massive menu, but I'm seriously impressed. Handmade tortillas in the huevos rancheros?! Sign me up. Occasionally you'll see the owner's young daughter (I assume) helping out and learning customer service skills, she's the sweetest thing. Because it's also part of an art collective, there's live music too.This place is very new but an instant must-visit in downtown!

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    Saint City Catering
    Saint City Catering
    Saint City Catering

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    J. Selby's - vegan - Updated September 2026

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