Lela was the next stop on my restaurant adventures, and this ended up being my first stop that…read morewasn't quite my jam. There were still some things we really enjoyed, though, and I'm glad we gave it a try. We started with the French Onion Soup, which was one of my favorite parts of the meal. I loved that they used croutons instead of one giant piece of bread. Much easier to eat--no fighting with a giant bread raft to get to my soup! The flavor was really nice too. I had the Bolognese Pappardelle, which was good, and my partner really enjoyed his Hanger Steak. He also tried the Garlic Herb Mushrooms, but those weren't really his thing. I ordered the N.A. Lela Punch, and that one surprised me. I wasn't sure about it at first, but it grew on me as I drank it. Apparently we just needed a little time to get acquainted. Dessert was an adventure. I decided to try the White Chocolate Panna Cotta because I'd never had panna cotta before. It was beautifully plated, but this is also how I learned panna cotta has a Jell-O-like texture... and I do not like Jell-O. That's definitely a me problem rather than a criticism of how it was prepared. At least I can officially say I've tried panna cotta! I ended up trying the Crème Brûlée as well. Unfortunately, that wasn't my favorite either. I usually love crème brûlée, but I prefer the custard very smooth and creamy, and this one was thicker than I personally like. My partner had the Chocolate Molten Cake and thought it was okay, but it wasn't a favorite for him either. Overall, Lela had some definite highlights--the French Onion Soup, Bolognese Pappardelle, and Hanger Steak especially--but we also had a few misses. I can understand why other people really enjoy it; it just wasn't quite the restaurant for us. And hey, every restaurant adventure can't end with a new favorite. That's half the fun of trying them all!

For a hotel restaurant, we were very pleasantly surprised at how nice the place was. We had one…read moredinner and two breakfasts while there. All were very good, tasty, and satisfying. Avacado toast was exceptional. Berry bowls were fresh and nice. Wild rice chicken cream soup was quite nice. Will certainly go again next time we stay at the Sheraton.

Service was fantastic! Server did not interrupt, let me have the time to look at menu and was…read morehelpful in helping me to choose the right meal for me! The ambiance was so nice, no one being too loud, no music so loud the table could hear and talk with one another. As for the food, I can't find enough words to explain how GREAT everything was. Been there several times and never disappointed! The lobster Mac and cheese is my personal favorite. Lobster cooked right, not chewy or dry. The cheeses used complemented each other and the lobster perfectly! Even the bread served alongside was just right. Burgers, fries chicken sandwiches were excellent!! This is my favorite restaurant!! HIGHLY RECOMMEND COMING HERE!! Big thank you to the cooks and servers at this location!!

Nice building with a great patio setup. works well for meeting friends and settling in for a few…read moredrinks and dinner. The staff was friendly, though the service felt fairly transactional. The food leans more beer-forward pub cuisine than whiskey-focused dining, which is worth knowing going in. I had the short-rib ravioli: if you like meat and cheese, you'll probably be happy. The mushroom flavor was the standout for me. It also arrived with a breadstick that had a distinctly Fazoli's-esque vibe. I did not dare eat it. Overall, I'd dine here again. It checks the boxes for a decent, reliable meal with friends, especially if you can take advantage of the patio.

Best family owned and operated restaurant with the most amazing people! This is our office's go-to…read moreplace for colleague lunch breaks as well as for catering our meetings. The food is fresh and delicious, and the service is unmatched! Ryan, Sam, Griffin, and Leslie always go the extra mile. We are so grateful for the hundreds of ways they've helped us!

Stopped in for the first time in a few years for lunch. I clearly communicated that I have a gluten…read moreallergy and confirmed with the staff that all ingredients in my order were gluten-free. Despite this, I was served a salad that contained gluten. It wasn't until I went back to double-check--after already taking a few bites--that I was finally told the dish was not actually gluten-free. This was a disappointing and concerning experience.

The in-laws had apparently been here before and really liked it, so they took us here on a Friday…read morenight because I love seafood (hubbie doesn't, so I don't get it as often as I'd like). The inside is quite swank, featuring a pretty large bar area on the right when you first enter. We were there for a sit-down dinner, so we proceeded around the left to the counter to get a table. I noticed this place must have a decent loyal following because of the merch you could purchase there at the counter (tee shirts, hats, sweat shirts, etc)! It wasn't too busy despite it being Friday night, so we got a table right away. It was really hard to pick what I wanted off the menu because A LOT of the options looked deliciously tempting (just gonna have to go back), but I eventually decided on a shrimp pasta, and that was the RIGHT choice. Mmm, so good! And a decent portion for the price too, as I took half of it home in a to-go box. I was pleased by the speed at which they got our order ready, as well as how attentive the server was (my in-laws suck down iced tea like no one's business, but she managed to keep them topped off regularly). The parking lot is interesting, as it has above ground and underground parking (probably nice to have the option to go below during the snowy winters around here). It shares the parking lot with a grocery and some other things, which felt a bit cramped, but as I said, we happened to be there when it wasn't too crowded somehow.

Had a great experience at mallards! love their weekday happy hour everyday 4-6 pm, had such great…read morespecials. We got the steak alfredo, which compared to other times lacked some seasoning and was a bit watery, but the steak was perfectly cooked at medium rare. The jambalaya was very tasty as well. The ambiance was calm and relaxed dueing a friday early evening. Jenn provided us great, friendly service, loved our astrology chit chat!

Edina continues to befuddle me. Despite its reputation as a city consumed by white-bread elitism,…read moreEdina has some of the best and most down-to-earth restaurants, shops, and bars in the Twin Cities. The Hilltop, somewhat west of the 50th and France downtown vibe, is the epitome of what a bar and grill should be. There are multiple TVs to watch games, the staff is fun, and the food is fantastic. My Tuna Melt was one of the best, and my wife's chopped salad was great. When I spied pecan pie on the menu, it was pig-out time. That pie was delicious. Everything at the Hilltop is homemade. We sat at the bar, and everyone was friendly. Conversations flowed from us to other patrons to the servers. Wow, that's what a local bar and grill should be about. I loved the Hilltop and will return.

This is a breakfast review - they do all meals but this is the only one I have had…read more The great - great eggs, crispy hash browns, sausage cooked just right. Even the toast was a step above. Wife loved the OJ. Even though it was slammed, it was clean. The good - service was polite, nice, got the order right. It was rushed. They could of used another wait staff. I tipped 20% because staffing levels is a management problem, not a wait staff failure. Inside is nice. Kind of 90's supper club. The fail? Boxed holindaise sauce mix. Come on. $20 for eggs Benedict and you can't take 30 seconds to make real holindaise? And it wasn't a great mix. $50 for breakfast for two (with tip), you get held to a higher standard. 4 stars, not 5

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

Went for dinner before 5pm. Wasnt too busy. Loved that there was someone to seat me once walking…read morein. On awkward waiting wondering if this is one of those places where you can just seat yourself. The place is clean and the ambiance has some very nice touches to bring intrigue. The subtle candle-like light fixture was corky and added to the charm. Prices are very reasonable! I had a good idea what I wanted prior to stopping in. Food came out quickly. Less than 10 mins. Lupia was hot and delicious. My first time having one so wilk not compare it to an egg roll. The braised beef rib was tender and juicy. I pulled out the knife but only a fork is necessary. I do wish the meat was a tad saltier but just a personal preference there. Service was pleasant, attentive, and quick. The gentleman who greeted me also thanked me on my way out. It was rather pleasant experience overall and am planning on coming back to try more of the menu!

Fantastic. We've made Minneapolis our second home and are now looking to compile a list of faves…read morefor when we are here. Martina is an ace with its bold flavored Argentinian cuisine and relaxing atmosphere. We dined on the patio, but whether you are seated inside or out, the ambiance is adorned with green plants, natural wood, and clean lines for a modern aesthetic that pleases today's diner. The food was a pleasure. The secret to the bold flavors is in the sauce. We started with an order of the grilled bread and a dozen oysters. I'll never say no to raw oysters (even on some occasions when I should have), but these were a great experience. The vinegar sauce served with these was a unique version that when paired with a dash of the shredded horseradish and a squeeze of lemon juice, the oysters were a punch of zingy perfection. The salted, vinegar infused butter that came with the bread elevated the dish. I chose the halibut for my entree and it was lovely (halibut is a win in any format). However, I would highly recommend the ribeye. My son got that and I sampled a piece with the accompanying chimichuri sauce and it was heavenly. The oils chosen to create that sauce were very well thought out so it made for not-your-typical ribeye and lent itself to something flavorfully unique. We want to return! Putting this on our list of faves when in Minneapolis/St Paul.

Spendy place. Nice patio. We waited a long time for our food on this summer day in July, about 30…read moremins. Came at 6:30pm to get ahead of the rush so we thought. Friendly staff, just a busy day I guess. This was my 2nd visit. I must say I enjoyed my first visit and meal more when I ordered the shrimp spaghetti. This time, I ordered the braised oxtail tagliatelle. It was good and the portion was generous. The potato churros appetizer was amazing! My friends enjoyed those more than their entrees unfortunately. One said the cacio e Pepe ravioli was underwhelming and the other felt the grilled salmon was decent.

Stopped here for Happy hour with a friend. It was my first time checking it out. We ended up making…read morereservations & sat out on the patio. The patio is dog friendly. We ordered a few apps from the HH menu - cheese curds, potato waffles and she got the salmon tartare. Overall the food was good. The cheese curds have a cheddar powder on the them which was interesting. I also got a N/A cocktail - The Louie which was really refreshing. The staff were nice and attentive. Pretty good dining experience.

I liked the vibe and the location, but the service was slow and the menu is limited…read more I finally made it out to Dexter's and it took me a while to find something that sounded appetizing. I went with the burger, that did and up being very tasty. However, $18.50 is a lot for a basic cheeseburger that doesn't come with fries (they are $5 extra). The service was pretty slow and they forgot to put in part of our order, they did apologize for the mistake, but it still took 35+ to get some fries. Cute spot if you are in the mood for a burger and have time to wait.

Came in with coworkers on a business trip. We made a reservation cause I didn't see much available…read moreonline. We were seated about 15 minutes after the reservation but they were super nice about not rushing people out (including us when we were there 20 min past closing!). The place is super cute!!! We ordered a bunch of stuff and ate family style. It was all super good! The drinks went down sooo easy! Highly recommend!!

Pink Ivy now sits on the top of my Hopkins area restaurants list for a nicer dining experience…read more K'Kinaco is on top as well, more because of the "fun factor" the owners influence, and the unique food,, so check it out as well. Back to Pink Ivy. The service is quality. Our reserved table was ready when we arrived. The reservation policy may seem "strict", but if you can live with needing to provide a 24 cancel notice, I think you will find the service is good because the business doesn't get slammed by unexpected high demand. Wait person timing was off a tad when we first sat down. It felt a little rushed as we order our drinks and considered a starter. In fairness, a table of 16-20 followed us in so the wait person may have been doing us a favor. But it did influence my four star rating. Otherwise I'd have given 5 stars. Great care was taken when wait person checked for allergies. Not just asked, but noted and went to the kitchen to confirm. During the meal, flatware was changed out between courses, water refilled without disruption and the order arrived on time and all at one time. Our group enjoyed the halibut, salmon, and chicken bacon meatball items. Everyone loved their meals. A few of us ordered and split salads. We passed on desserts. The menu range may not be pages long, but all the usual suspects are there; salads, fish, poultry, beef, and pasta. And I know the chef rotates items on the menu. I encourage you to plan ahead. Reservations fill up days in advance. I think you'll find it worth the extra planning. PS my ratings are adjusted for the type of venue. These are not Michelin stars.

Very impressed with this restaurant! Firstly, the service was OUTSTANDING....John at the bar is…read more(now) a friend of mine (has to throw out the Piano Man reference) and he gave some of the best service I've ever had. He made the best tasting "Painkilla" drink I've ever had to boot! Food was great too. Had the BBQ beer can nachos which come out in a canister that they plate right in front of you (very cool). Definitely underrated and would recommend this if you are in the area, and ESPECIALLY if you are staying at the Doubletree.

Staying at the hotel and ordered to go. Black n Blue Steak Salad is fantastic. Steak was cooked…read moreperfectly at medium. Key lime pie - well, not so fantastic. Prices are a little higher for the quality of food - but the service was nice and good about having the order ready when I was done with my workout.