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    Layline

    4.0 (92 reviews)
    Open 4:00 pm - 9:00 PM
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Upscale
    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating
    Dogs allowed

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    Forest floor martini
    Jon A.

    We went again to LayLine for our anniversary. We went early to avoid anyone else. Got our favorite table and had a leisurely dinner. We also had the best server ever, Jasmine. We started with a beer, forest floor martini and Pok Pok Wings with pickled cucumbers. I thought I would bypass the cucumbers but man were they good. The peanuts on top made the dish. The wings were also delicious. Next a chicken sandwich for husband and a Bibb salad with a couple of oysters for me. All good with nice touches to them. But dessert was the shining star. Bon Bon, homemade pistachio ice cream with dark chocolate ganache over the top with a sprinkling of sea salt and homemade almond whip cream. We always feel special and appreciated when we dine here. It's my new favorite place.

    Sonja M.

    I've been here a few times but needed to leave a review as this place is truly 5 stars! Always a friendly staff and great upscale ambience for any season, but I think the food has gotten even better in the last year or so! We devoured the marinated cucumbers, tuna crudo, and roasted beats. I got the salmon with rice for dinner and was stuffed! Everyone was satisfied with their meal. I've equally been impressed by their breakfast which I believe is only served on weekends. Give it a shot! Will be back in the fall!

    ARANCINI
    Madison Z.

    Wow, wow, wow! I have heard nothing but great things about this tiny fine dining restaurant across the street from the Excelsior Brewery. Inside, you escape to an intimate lush atmosphere which sets the stage for a delicious meal. The menu is limited, but don't let that deter you! My two girlfriends and I had a 7:15pm reservation on a Saturday night. When we arrived, it felt like the tail end of the dinner rush. A few more tables were seated after us, but quickly everyone else started to clear out. The bar went from having all their stools full, to all stools available by 8pm! It got a little loud inside but as folks felt, it mellowed out. I enjoyed the mix of bench seating and table seating the tables provided. I love a good cushioned half booth side! We started with the arancini balls which I am still drooling over the next morning after! The red sauce underneath the four balls was the perfect touch to add a little zip. I would 100% recommend getting those to start with for dinner. Then each of us ordered our own pasta but made sure to try each others! I thought portion sizes were fair for the price. The nutmeg addition on the fettuccine was a nice addition to add some rich unique flavor. The carbonara was by far my favorite with the egg and fresh ingredients! The pomodoro was surprisingly spicy, but the burrata helped cut some of that - just be warned! I also enjoyed the espressso no-tini which was a mocktail. It tasted pretty dang close to the real thing and I appreciated the time they took for the presentation of the drink. Lastly, I took the banana cheesecake home to enjoy. I was sad to see how small the portion of it was for the price, but that being said I could only eat half in one sitting! All in all, I had such a lovely evening here with my girlfriends. This is the perfect date spot too! I look forward to bringing my husband back with me for round 2! MUST GETS: Arancini & Carbonara

    Crispy Chicken Sandwich and Duck Fat Fries
    Brian H.

    Went here on a date night because of a Resy credit and was very impressed. Great outdoor patio seating on a nice summer day. The chicken sandwich and fries were perfect. The noodles were good, albeit spicy with the chili oil. Both the cocktails were 10/10. Would come back again.

    Ellie B.

    Visited here for a friend's bday dinner and had a mixed experience. Food was delicious but service was rough. It was our first time here so we didn't know that the restaurant is tinier and there is no dedicated free parking (they have a lot but it was $7), so street parking or a different lot is your best bet for a free spot. Once we got to our table, we were informed that we would not have a dedicated server, but instead whoever was available would check on us. In theory this works, but unfortunately we ended up going long periods without being able to place orders when we wanted drinks or dessert just because we couldn't find someone. Management was very receptive to feedback about this though, so hopefully this is fixed for the future! The Eily cocktail was outstanding, if I wasn't driving home I 100% would have ordered a second one. Absolutely incredible cocktail! As for the highlight of the night, the food was absolutely great! The johnnycake is a must-order, it's sweet&salty and fluffy. The grilled half chicken was a surprising standout as well. For pastas, we loved the carbonara, and the gemelli was good too. The butternut squash app I personally loved, it was warm, cozy and cheesy.

    Carbonara
    Kevin L.

    This was our third visit to Layline and as with the previous visits the food was excellent. We ordered the duck fat fries, a Cesar salad, carbonara, cedar plank grilled salmon for the main meal and the Chocolate Espresso Cake and espressos to finish. The two outstanding dishes were the carbonara (so rich and flavorful) and the duck fat fries (every single one was a crispy salty delight). Service was slower than we've experienced in the past, but we think that was just a one-off, and the noise levels by the windows was very high with patrons voices bouncing back from the glass. We'll definitely visit again.

    Bywater Burger with Duck fat fries are
    Bobbi H.

    Finally made it to Layline! I had wanted to go and try the burger with duck fat fries I had heard so much about. We started with the cocktail of the moment which was a tequila Negroni. Very good! The simple clear presentation with an orange nose meeting you as you raised your glass was wonderful! We ordered the burger as mentioned along with the pok wings which come with the marinated cucumbers. Wings are more like a dry rub than a sauce which I prefer. Flavor is complex. Fully enjoyed these wings. Cucumbers are refreshing. Could use more. Now for the burger... ! Everything I had waited for! Crispy edges with a perfectly done middle. Cheese melts in and bun is soft like a part of the burger not getting in the way. A hint of heat with the peppers. Beautiful! Duck fat fries are good. They are the thin crispy kind. Did they wow me? No, but good. For those who like a thin crispy not quite shoestring, these are great. Personally, I prefer a slightly thicker fry. Again, not a knock, just a preference. I do love how you can come here for cocktails, a casual dinner or more of a formal dinner all in one place. Food is great! Looking forward to my next visit!

    Emilee J.

    does the "walk" count if it's into the restaurant and around the lake to get ice cream after? oh well, @laylinerestaurant brunch was worth it. one of my go-to spots for good eats and vibes. s featured: egg sandwich // bacon, avocado (maybe a little too much for my preference), giardiniera, garlic aioli and American cheese - wishing there was some to heat this up but the bun was perfection. espresso martini hashbrowns // roasted garlic butter, chèvre, chives & parsley - must order whether it's for yourself or to share. french toast // orange, cinnamon, cognac whipped cream & maple syrup - a blend of delicious flavors. the $7 side of sausage I ordered for my pups who refused to eat

    Grilled half Chicken, Gemelli Verde, Carbonara
    Sydney N.

    I went here for a birthday dinner with a couple friends and had an ok experience. I had never been here before and didn't realize how small it was! Definitely get a reservation here, it fills up quickly and there's not much waiting space. It's very tropical and airy - seems like a good place for a summer Sunday brunch. I will note that with DDP pulling out, the menu has changed since the past - it's more in line with other Innerbloom restaurants. Not a bad thing, just something we noticed. Our only poor experience here was with service, it was abysmal. We were stuck here for about 2 hours, with other people coming and going around us. We were even warned at the beginning of our visit that we didn't have a set server, just whomever was available behind the bar. It took 15 minutes just to get our first drink order in - we wanted a second round of drinks and dessert and couldn't even get an order in because of poor service. The management team was very receptive of the feedback my friend gave them regarding this! Overall, the food and drink were so delicious, rich and filling - I highly recommend. JOHNNYCAKE - Must order, like a big, fluffy and buttery corn cake! BUTTERNUT SQUASH A LA PLANCHA - If you like a butternut squash, this is for you. Cheesy, buttery and warm. CARBONARA - Star of the show in my opinion! So rich and flavorful, I kept going back for more. GEMELLI VERDE - Very earthy and light, great spring pasta. GRILLED HALF CHICKEN - Incredibly tender, juicy & flavorful. PALOMA GARIBALDI - My favorite paloma I've had in the cities! The foam on top really makes it special.

    Beer and Eily
    Becca E.

    Came here for my birthday dinner. The atmosphere and vibes are so fun and inviting. They have a cool bar area as well as a 4 seasons patio and a big patio outside. The service was exceptional, great recommendations and always checking in. This is a fun date night area or a fun spot to grab dinner with the girls or couples night out! The watermelon salad is a must! So refreshing. The oysters were probably our least favorite. Didn't have much flavor and were small and expensive compared to most places. Drinks were flowing!! Very unique and tasty! Pasta was great as well as the steak and the fries! Highly recommend the steak with the fries. Was a little surprised they don't do anything for birthdays but overall the service and ambiance was a 10/10!

    Carrot cake
    James V.

    One of the many delightful new restaurants in downtown Excelsior, Layline has charming atmosphere, amazing service and a rotating menu of delicious dishes. Within walking distance of other local haunts, be sure to have Layline on your list.

    Sea scallops and asparagus purée
    Cathy P.

    What fun to boat to a restaurant on a cute street and enjoy a fabulous meal. Seriously amazing atmosphere with good food. Service was great. I had the scallops and hubby had pasta carbonara. We had something called a Johnny cake before but I'd eat it for dessert instead! And of course the decor was stunning. I want wallpaper and chairs like that. And the bar looked inviting.

    Calamari
    Chris S.

    Came here with a reservation on Monday evening. We had a really great server who was so kind and friendly. I got the cosmojito - a very light and refreshing summery cocktail that is the perfect blend of my favorite drinks. The calamari was nice and fresh and lightly crispy. The linguine was nice and creamy with a kick from the chili oil. I thought the added chicken would have been a part of pasta but was on the side but was super juicy and tender! A very cute place with a cute outdoor seating area which is perfect for this weather. Check it out!

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    The food and cocktails are always thoroughly enjoyed by my group. Nice atmosphere, too.

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    10/10 for date night. Would go back a million times. Steak frites was amazing. Sea Bass was even better than the steak.

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    W really enjoyed sipping wine and slurping oysters al fresco at this lovely Excelsior restaurant!

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    Mirabelle

    3.8
    (32 reviews)
    0.1 mi

    Went here for a spontaneous happy hour on a Wednesday afternoon and arrived just in time to put in…read morea happy hour order. This is a newer spot in Excelsior that opened summer 2025. Here's my review of the food we ordered: Cocktail of the hour - aka "Golden Hour" - 8.5/10 Reminded me of mulled cider, notes of honey, very refreshing Pork Belly Steam Buns - 8.1/10 Nice texture, very tender and flavorful Mini Banh Mi - 7/10 Not bad, would have preferred the more traditional pork filling Crispy Chicken- 8.7/10 This really surprised me, from appearance the chicken didn't look that special but it was well seasoned and the sweet chili glaze really stole the show and elevated this dish! Mirabelle Smash Burger - 8.9/10 I'm a sucker for smash burgers and this one did not disappoint. Nice crispy bun and a special mustard sauce that we enjoyed and a different flavor I don't usually have on my burger Sticky Ribs - 5/10 Unfortunately these were quite dry and was comparing to sticky ribs I had last week at CoV that were fall off the bone Overall good spot, service, atmosphere, and would be happy to return. Prices were also great for happy hour.

    I wanted to like this place, I really did. But unless they get a different chef in the kitchen,…read morethis place is not going to make it.... Let's start with the positives! The location! Very close to the lake(walking distance) There is a free parking ramp right behind the building. The decor of this place is cute! The details seem like they were well thought out! It feels upscale and cozy! I saw a video of this place and that was what originally drew me in! The seating here is also comfortable and not over crowded. Our server was ok. I saw so many raves about the "amazing service." She did refill our water glasses, which was good because I needed it with the salty steak! Obviously the most important piece is the food. We started with the popovers. The taste was fine but the texture was almost over done. The honey butter was lacking honey flavor. Cinnamon would have really elevated the butter! I got the steak frites and my sister got the spaghetti. My fries were average. The steak was cooked to a perfect medium all the way through! I was impressed. However, it was drowning in a VERY salty sauce! I had push a lot of it off. This should be served on the side, not covering the whole steak. My sister got the spaghetti, which our waitress explained was not a regular spaghetti. I feel she has probably had to do that multiple times and honestly, it should just be renamed. It's confusing for the customer. My sister did say she enjoyed the dish and that the shrimp was ere done well. For dessert I got "Aunties iced latte" which is their version of like an espresso martini. It was just ok. Would not get again. We got the carrot cake which was good!! But then they ruined it by putting fake whipped cream.... This is supposed to be a higher end restaurant and that made the dessert feel so cheap. We also got the creme brûlée. DO NOT ORDER THAT! It is an absolute waste of money! The sugar top was so thick we couldn't eat it! The dessert had the consistency of scrambled eggs, not a smooth custard. The taste seemed ok, but whoever made this does not know what they are doing! Overall, the food was not memorable and a lot of it was done poorly. There are definitely better restaurants in the area.

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    Montego Blu

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    3.6
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    0.1 mi

    Stopped in for a quick lunch after exploring the local area. There were 4 of us in the group and…read morewhen we arrived the restaurant wasn't busy and we were able to secure a table on the patio. The inside was pretty deserted apart from a few patrons sitting at the bar but overall the ambiance is nice and fresh and bright. Because I wasn't too hungry try I settle on the G.O.A.T salad with shrimp, my friend got the jerk chicken flatbread, her mom got the chicken egg rolls and we got the kid's cheese pizza for my friend's son. We didn't have to wait too long for our food and when it was brought to the table it looked good. Their choice of plates is an interesting one because the plates have specks that make you think they're dirty. The egg rolls weren't good at all and the inside wasn't fully cooked so you could take the flour in the wrap. The jerk chicken flatbread had no jerk sauce/seasoning on it. The salad was good but again the plate makes the dish appear unclean. We ended up sending the egg rolls back and they took them off our bill which was nice.

    I wasn't expecting Caribbean food in the middle of Minnesota and Montego Blu did nothing to change…read morethat. Unfortunately, their menu was totally different than what they advertised online. While I understand food costs and needing a pared down menu, gone were the uniquely Jamaican dishes such as the jerk bowls and the jackfruit, etc (still on the website by the way). So what I tried was a Jamaican Banh Mi. Basically, grilled chicken with some sliced vegetables in an imitation of a Vietnamese banh mi. I really enjoyed the sauce they drizzled on and their mango Cole slaw was one of the first times I actually liked a restaurant Cole slaw. Sadly, a sandwich with a thin slice of chicken breast and some Cole slaw is not worth the $19 price tag. While the service was very good, Montego Blu doesn't stand out anymore given the lack of their Caribbean options.

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    Hazelwood Food and Drink

    Hazelwood Food and Drink

    4.1
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    1.0 mi
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    We went there for my birthday and again this location has to be my favorite for the setting and…read moreservice. The gin cocktail and chicken rotisserie sandwich were just what I needed. But the suggestion to have the Gouda Hashbrowns was so welcome. Forget about fries these Hashbrowns were the best! Hands down. Good for larger parties of six or perfect for two. Can't wait to go again.

    The old saying goes "consistency is key", and consistency is what you get at Hazelwood. The…read moreslightly elevated price point matches their slightly elevated menu, vibe, and service. If you want to come here even relatively close to peak hours, I would highly recommend a reservation. My personal favorites here include the Rotisserie Chicken Sandwich and the Minute Chicken. I've gotten both items multiple times and they are consistently great. Do yourself a favor and get the Dessert Flight; the portions are more than fair for the price and the Banana Cream Pie is to die for. We recently did brunch at Hazelwood for the first time. The Monkey Bread is a generous size with a crispy outside and gooey center - exactly how you would want it to be. The Smoked Gouda Hash browns are worth getting on the side with any item that doesn't already include them; they are so creamy and have a rich cheesy flavor with a nice crispy top layer. Unfortunately, I would not recommend the Avocado Toast. The bacon bits, lettuce, and poached egg completely overwhelm the avocado, which is virtually nonexistent. It's served on a very small and boring piece of wheat toast.

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    Lost Bay

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    3.1
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    1.1 mi

    Lake living in Minnesota. Don't expect quick service, don't expect great food, don't expect unique…read moredrinks that will knock your socks off, but do expect a perfect, relaxing evening in a perfect spot, in a perfect lake, during a perfect season, and in a perfect state. Yes, I'm a homer, but you absolutely cannot be drinking on a deck on a lake in my state. I double dog dare you to find anything better.

    There is a new spot on Lake Minnetonka and it is definitely worth a visit!!…read more Lost Bay is tucked into Tonka Bay and features a beautiful outdoor bar and patio seating area over looking the lake with plenty of spots to pull your boat up to. We came on a busy Sunday evening, Memorial Day Weekend, and put our name down for a table. We were told it would be a responsible 25-30 minute wait. A wait that only ended up being about 15 minutes. We were seated at a table right next to the water which we loved. Very promptly greeted by our server, Julie, who was awesome. She was extremely knowledgeable to the menu, made plenty of recommendations, and was very humorous making the visit even better. Started with the Loaded Nachos which were HUGE. They were piled high with all the goodies, plenty of queso, crispy chips, and extremely fresh ingredients. At first I was turned off by the $22 price tag but the size is actually a great value and they are perfect for probably 6-8 to share as an app or 2-4 to share as an entree. You can pop tan extra $10 for brisket, we just stuck with the ground beef. I also got the Stacked Club Sandwich which, again, was a massive portion. The deli meat tasted like it was freshly sliced and had a nice flavor. The lettuce and tomato were also very fresh tasting. This a perfect spot to stop and take in some sun, have a few drinks, and a bite to eat, all while enjoying stunning views of the lake.

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