Friend chose this place for her birthday dinner. Located inside the Four Season hotel downtown. They do have valet parking as part of the hotel or you can find street parking. We were about 15-20 minutes late due to the snow and trying to find parking (made a couple loop and downtown one-way street makes it harder to loop around). We were line for about 5 minutes since the receptionist took sometimes to chat with the person in front. Because we were about 20 mins late (since we waited for 5 mins in line) we were told our table was given to the later people and we would have to wait another 15-20'mins for another table. Ok. Sure because we were late. 30'mins roll around and still nothing. They didn't check in on us but we had to check again. Said still no table. By 45'mins they finally got us a table. There were also other people waiting as well so I think they overbooked. Saw a couple parties just left because they were waiting for too long. Was given the option to sit at the bar or lounge but it was loud and not feeling that vibe. The tables were pretty close to each other, probably a chair away. It's a darker ambient feel inside. Mocktail- mora- this is a sweet and sour berry flavor. Very interesting and unique. 3.5/5 Hummus- the look of it could be discouraging due to it being just hummus. The hummus itself is nothing special to be honest but it's the crispy chickpeas that made it yummy. Pita was hot but quite salty not sure if extra salt was added. 3/5 (for the chickpeas) Crispy fried potatoes- since it was one of the popular items, we must try. Basically tasted like potato chips lol. Nothing special. Definitely not worth the $12. Please get a regular veggie dish not potato chips. A little salty as well. 2/5. Seafood stew - the soup is basically tomato soup. So nothing special again. The seafood platter contain a lot of mussels but only 2 prawns and like 3 octopus? Definitely not an even amount of seafood. Should it be better mixed? Good thing there were only 2 of us to share. 3/5 Lamb shank - as the name says it lamb! So of course a strong lamb favor lol. Friend got the dish and I'm not a lamb fan so can't really review it. But it is soft and her little kiddos liked it. 3/5 Birthday dessert- they do have complimentary dessert that you can pick from the dessert list! Very generous of them. We got the chocolate which was taste! 4/5 Service was mediocre. Our waiter didn't check in on us as often and was hard spot at time. I guess it was busy. Expected a little more for an upscale expensive restaurant though. May come back to try other seasonal things or brunch next time. Chef, please try to decrease the salt, most of the food were quite salty. read more

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Class act and lovely addition to Minneapolis. Gorgeous handcrafted cocktails - - both full leaded and N/A. Exceptional, friendly, down-to-earth service in the lounge. Nate was warm, present, gracious and attentive. A girlfriend and I previously stopped in NYE for cocktails and a light bite - - service, food & drinks were on point that night as well. Valet & concierge staff are helpful, friendly and salt-of-the-earth. Always appreciate when a posh place like Four Seasons is non pretentious. Order the Turkish Manti Pasta. Tiny pillows of love in a savory meets slightly sweet way. The Chocolate Decadence dessert? Divine. Excellent DJ & vibe post work day. The lobby invites social interaction, yet also respects privacy - - met a friendly fellow professional women whose company I enjoyed. We both shared an appreciation for Mara's Mixologist Dustin's N/A company 3Leche. The Mora (Proxy Rosa Vermouth, Elderberry, Aronia Berry, Seville Orange) was light and refreshing. So was he. Service to me always makes the venue. Mara has this down. The adjacent fireside nook in Four Seasons lobby is an inviting place to make a few work calls. Socca (coffee shop) also does not disappoint. Solid latte and scrumptious mozzarella, pesto & tomato croissant enjoyed earlier in the day. So far? Mara is winning my heart. Well done Gavin Kaysen & team. read more

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Mara was beautiful. The space was very inviting and calm. The food was beautiful and delicious - especially the octopus carpaccio. Chadwick, our server, offered just the right amount of input and help with the menu, and was fun to chat with. Overall, the experience was awesome. read more

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We chose Mara at The Four Seasons for a baby shower brunch celebration. We valet parked and everyone said "welcome to the four seasons" The decor is very light and airy. I love the orange velvet chairs!!! I ordered the cape tonic cocktail and it was so pretty and delicious. The server informed us that they have an in house florist who creates all the arrangements in the hotel as well as the cocktail garnishes. We started with the hummus which was out of this world. Definitely worth ordering. Very fresh and authentic. I ordered the shakshuka which was poached eggs (done perfectly) in a red sauce with peppers, onions and okra, served with pita bread. Hind sight, shouldn't have gotten two dishes with pita bread lol. But it was very delicious. The others got the French Toast. And the pancakes. Everyone was very happy with their meals and we will definitely be back. I want to try out their happy hour or dinner! read more

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We had a reservation at 730 on a Friday. We unfortunately got seating an hour later at 830 however, the restaurant manager gave us champagne and appetizers on the house. We thought that was a nice touch. Items I would definitely come back for and still think about! Hummus Baba ghanoush Lamb tartar (my favorite) Branzino Overall, when you come to Mara you are coming for an experience. We enjoyed the atmosphere, the service, and the food. Definitely a place to try! I'm very curious about their brunch but haven't been yet. This is a nice special occasion spot that I don't think you can go wrong with. The wait might be the only deterrent. read more

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Came in as a a surprise for me for my birthday. Ambience is perfect for a high end restaurant and easy to access if not staying at the hotel. Started with the labneh reviews I read before were mixed but I really enjoyed it 4/5 only critique is the bread was a tad to salty for my liking. For dinner we split between us the lamb which was fall off the bone and a gray pairing with the lentils 4/5. The lobster bucatini was good but not the best bucatini I have ever had. The plate was twice as large as the serving, I also found this dish to salty and was expecting more pop from the lobster 3/5. The fried potatoes were good I only had a couple bites because at this point in the meal was full but would get again 4/5. I think it's a one and done for me for dinner, but would be open for stopping in for brunch read more

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My husband and I had an early reservation at Mara on a Saturday night. It took us a few minutes to be seated as it seemed like they were just opening the main dining area for dinner service. Once we were seated, our waiter came quickly to review the menu and take our drink order. I ordered the MADhaus, which was really good if you like sweet drinks and had a cute sugar disk as well. We started with the hummus, served with warm pita bread, and it was delicious. The crispy chickpeas definitely elevate the dish a bit. For entrees, we shared the Bucatini and the Dry Aged Striploin. The bucatini was good and the lobster was an interesting touch, but the steak was the best steak I've ever had. I'm still thinking about it Obviously an upscale place for more of a spendy date night, but we'll definitely be back! read more

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Can we call this place a hidden gem? We were visiting the city and before that, I looked up some restaurants. Unfortunately, I didn't see anything about this one. While we were walking downtown, I randomly found Mara. We even walked past it without noticing any sign. Mara is inside the Four Seasons Hotel. What a beautiful decoration. Open kitchen is right there if you want to watch the chefs working. Everyone was lovely, and very friendly. Our server was super nice. She was giving all the necessary information. Foods were inspired by 22 Mediterranean countries (as if I remember correctly). She kept our water glasses full of water during our dinner experience. I tried one of the Vermont drinks (Paradiso) as her favorite. Paradiso was nice, giving you a bitter taste as the aftertaste. It won't be my choice again once I go back there. But, still, it's enjoyable to drink it. Once the ice melted, I liked it more. Our choices of food were octopus carpaccio to share, bucatini for me, and the lamb shank for my partner. Bucatini was made with lobster. A few bites were a little bit more salty. Maybe cause of the lobster or a pinch of salt didn't mix well. In any way, it was still so yummy. I loved every bite of it. Very crispy basil flakes gave an extra touch. My husband normally refuses to eat pasta because of too much carbs, but he loves this bucatini. He wanted to have his own, too. Lamb Shank was also great. I got 2 bites from his plate. Cooked to perfect. The lamb was rested on freekeh rice and topped with crispy freekeh pieces. The interesting touch gave an interesting taste. I will try to make it, too. Octopus carpaccio was also perfect. It's hard to cut the octopus that thin and cook it to perfect. I wanna have that sharp knife and also their skills lol dish also had grapefruit slices as the topping. Mara became definitely one of my favorite restaurants. Price vs experience was so on point. We tried many places in many different cities and countries and paid way more money and received good-looking/bad taste dishes. You get what you pay at Mara. I loved it. read more

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Great experience at this Mediterranean-inspired restaurant in Minneapolis! Fabulous food and stellar service! read more

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The atmosphere is absolutely beautiful and they do an amazing job decorating for the holidays. The wait staff is top tier and beyond professional while at the same time making you feel like your dining st a friend's house. I love that. The food was delicious. When you combine all these factors it makes the price well worth it. My favorite part was dessert and their Sunday brunch. You also should check out there Nordic Village during the winter months. read more

WOW Mara, located at the new Minneapolis four seasons, is amazing! Food and service was spectacular. We could only get in at 5PM on a weekday :o which was a bit sad but we had the place to ourselves to start :) people trickled in over time. We took recommendations from the server, who suggested ordering the following for two people: 2 spreads to share, 2 raw & cured to share, and then to either split a main or do your own thing. We personally were stuffed by the time our HUGE mains came out and had to take leftovers (half of each dish) home. But we are so glad we could take a bite of everything. For the starters, would for sure recommend the watermelon salad - never have I had such flavorful watermelon. Our favorite of the middle course was the cured trout - INSANE! Such tender and flavorful slices of heaven. The branzino was delicious but a bit salty, good flavor, but hard to manage a full dish of. The lamb shank was tender and delicious - also massive. Additionally, we utilized the sommelier on site for a suggestion of a wine bottle. Would suggest asking if he's around to point you in the right direction. All in all, an amazing meal and new restaurant addition to mpls. Will be back. read more

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I had high expectations with the much-anticipated opening of Mara. Not only high expectations because of the chef's other outstanding restaurants but also because of its location within the Four Seasons. We started off being excited to be there. The bar seemed busier than the restaurant. It has titanic meets Thai vibes with rusty red walls and a gold plated bar wall. The restaurant was modern and simple. I went with a group of 4 people on day 10 of the restaurant in operation. I had already moved past that I was irritated that my original reservation was canceled due to a technical glitch and I couldn't get the original time I signed up for. The reason for 3 stars was because of time. Lack of Respect of our time. From first round drinks to dessert, it took 3 hours. We were hungry throughout the evening and then tired by the end. We sat down and ordered our first drinks and didn't get them until 45 minutes later. This happened again and on the next round, we had to pre-order what we thought we were in the mood for the future course. The second reason, our server made a few big mistakes. There were times when we didn't see him for 40 minutes at a time. My friend ordered the branzino fish but she received the turbot fish. I also recall ordering the broccolini but we never received it and I didn't want to make a big deal out of it. By the time it was 10:30pm, the restaurant was half full and the service was still slow. The third reason, the crispy potatoes and the crispy artichokes were way too crispy, almost burnt and dry. We sent back the artichokes. The rest of the food was sensational. Apps: - Labneh - blanched cauliflower atop a luxurious white spread. The flavors were divine. - Watermelon and tomatoes - the basil overwhelmed the dish but you get lots of different textures and flavors here: a little sweet, a little acidic, a little crispy, and creamy mousse. Raw and cured: - Tuna crudo - omg I dream of this! I broke all the pregnancy rules and ate more of this than anyone at our table. - Lamb tartar - lots of spicy flavors and that distinct lamb flavor - Mangalica ham - the cranberry and ham combination worked very well here Mains: - Bucatini - this is exactly what I needed at this point. A good, wholesome, chunky lobster pasta. - Steak - it was steak and it was good. Sides: - Asparagus and snap peas - chopped asparagus with peas. It was really good! - Crispy potatoes - DO NOT ORDER. So dry and Way too crispy. - Crispy artichokes - DO NOT ORDER. It was Overdone. Desserts: - Chocolate decadence - what seemed like a skinny flat brownie, was beautifully garnished with edible gold and large chocolate flakes, served with a side of chocolate ice cream. - Pistachio dessert - so beautiful and so nutty delicious. It almost looked like pistachio pudding but decorated with edible flowers and edible gold flakes. Bravo!!! read more

Mara - Crispy potatoes (top) and crispy artichokes (bottom) - both were dry and overdone for our liking. Do not order these!! - Mediterranean Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

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where to begin ... we've all been waiting for Mara and the fanfare was quite something, as Minneapolis finally got a 5-star hotel (the Four Seasons) and it really is something. Everyone knows the reputation of James Beard winning Gavin Kaysen and the quality and service of his restaurants are terrific. I know it's widely publicized that the service industry is going through a rough patch and it's hard to find workers (I seriously still can't figure out why) but without further ado, let's dive in ... I was one of the (un)fortunate people who was first in line to book a reservation when they opened up and then had it canceled due to a "technical" error as multiple reservations were allowed to be made on the same date at the same time - I had a great time on a Saturday night. The email I received said they would send a link or notify me when I was able to make a reservation again but that never came and I started to panic, so I sent multiple emails to Mara's manager and the Four Seasons (I believe the Four Seasons responded first). Needless to say I was able to rebook for a 6:15 pm seating on a Saturday - a little early since I'm not the senior citizen crowd yet but I was still happy to get in. What can I say, the restaurant is beautiful - great build out in the back of the Four Seasons/RBC Wealth Management tower. Nice lounge and bar area as well, which is open seating. I also loved the open kitchen concept. Upon sitting at our table, it took a good 5 minutes before anyone stopped by to even offer water (not off to a great start) but then when our server did show up, it was really good service - he was very knowledgeable about the drinks and menu. Mara's menu is geared toward more Mediterranean food and the countries in that region. Our server informed us that the kitchen prefers people to order all courses at the same time, so they can prepare and time when to bring out each course for the best dining experience. I think it's a great idea/concept but it takes a little longer to figure out what to order. That said, we started off with some cocktails which were really good, however I noticed the amount of each drink varies and there is a lot of ice in some drinks so you don't really get much in each glass. Not a big deal, in my opinion, since the cocktails were very good. As for the food, we started off with a spread, the Labneh which is Vadouvan cauliflower, golden raisins, Za'atar and lavash. I love lavash but I didn't really love the spread - not much cauliflower and very creamy and cheesy. Next time I'm going to definitely go with the Baba Ghanoush or maybe the Hummus. Our next course was the Tuna Crudo, which was VERY good and served in a preserved tomato broth with basil seeds and crispy shallots. The shallots were much like little batter fried onion strings and the broth was amazing! We skipped the pasta course but the Garganelli with lamb ragu sounds good and I saw a couple orders of the Bucatini w/ lobster roll out of the kitchen ... hmm, maybe next time. For our main dishes, I ordered the seafood stew which has a lot of mussels, some prawns, scallop and octopus in a harissa, fennel, ginger, and saffron oil broth. Jacki ordered the Chermoula spiced chicken, which was very good (skin on). The seafood stew was good and a larger dish however I could barely find any octopus (maybe 2 tiny pieces), there wasn't even two scallops in the dish (halved pieces) but there were plenty of mussels and a couple of prawns that might have been overcooked. I regretted not ordering the braised lamb shank - won't make that mistake again. We also ordered the Crispy Fried Potatoes which were really good. Overall, it was a good dining experience, started off a little rough and the food was good but not great. We've all come to expect such high quality and terrific service after eating at S&S and Demi. I think it's too early to determine if Mara is great or if it isn't. That said, I have another reservation in a couple weeks, still trying to figure out if I want to spend a couple hundred dollars to see if it's better or if I'd rather sit on a patio and enjoy the summer weather. read more

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I just moved to downtown and what a start to my adventure in downtown Minneapolis! Mara is across from where I live now, after the reviews I read about Mara, I had to check it out. Took my daughters for lunch, the ambiance, the service and the food were epic Will definitely go again to experience the place at night. read more

My coworker and I were lucky to be invited to try out their new lunch hours today. From the start we were welcomed by all of their staff. We started off with the hummus appetizer and it was authentic and delicious. I followed it up with their lamb burger and the chef deserves all of my compliments. I'm typically a picky eater but I gave it a chance and it was so good I never looked back. We left more than satisfied and excited to see what's next for Mara. read more

Mara - Hummus appetizer - Mediterranean Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

Visiting Minneapolis so we decided to splurge on a nice dinner out. So thankful that we choose Mara. The ambiance is perfect. Classy, beautiful but inviting. The service was as good as it gets! Attentive, knowledgeable yet not intrusive. Wine list was comprehensive and the wine we ordered was delicious. Food was awesome. We started in the lounge with a glass of Cava then moved into the dining room to start our meal with the ricotta tarine, wow!!! So good. Then watermelon salad. Highly recommend. Lobster Bucatini - excellent. Halibut- very good but by then we were getting so full!!! Olive oil citrus cake- perfection. We truly enjoyed our evening. read more

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The place has a beautiful vibe--soft colors and fabrics with beautiful fixtures. We had two starter dishes, hummus and fresh pita with crispy chickpeas and tomato ricotta tartine. Fresh flavors and could have eaten many fresh rounds of pita bread! Tried the Spanish mackerel which was also tasty--lots of dill. We opted for the bucatini with lobster and husband had the fillet mignon. Everything was really good and beautifully presented. Service was excellent. I will say they are brand new and seemed to be working out some kinks but it definitely did not distract from our experience. read more

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As mentioned by many other reviewers, the decor and ambiance of Mara is top notch. The restaurant is open yet partitioned in some ways, so it doesn't feel crowded even if the area is fairly large. We ordered several selections to share: - Hummus: the smoothest hummus you'll ever eat, a bit on the oilier side with the fried chickpeas. A guilty pleasure that you'll end up ordering extra bread for. - Shish barak: noms. The lamb hidden inside is wonderful. - Bucatini: rich and well-sauced, with bits of lobster. - Branzino: served at the table, a can't-miss experience. Herby and melt in your mouth, served with slaws that complement the fish well. - NY Strip: a perfectly cooked steak, with mushroom and onions. If I could, I would rate it 4.5 stars. A nice experience in the twin cities! Valet was only $10 for dinner, which is comparable to on street parking. read more

Pros: - (mostly) amazing food! Especially the small plates. Tuna tartare is a must. Labneh is great as well. - fantastic cocktails, can't go wrong with any - gorgeous ambience and decor - knowledgeable server Cons: - some dishes were good but didn't wow me as much (e.g. lamb shank) - some awkwardness with the server and having to order everything at once - tables are pretty close together (can be impossible not to eavesdrop) read more

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The service was impeccable! The food was great too! We got salad to share it was delicious! The toasted cashews made it so good. I got the chicken and loved it. I also got a cocktail and it was divine! The potatoes are a must have too!! This is great spot for girls night or a date night!! read more

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Stopped by Mara on a whim for lunch, and glad that we did! Even on a Saturday, we were able to grab a table at the beautiful bar area very easily. We ordered a few cocktails and a mix of entrees and appetizers, all of which were delicious. The chicken skewers are a MUST! read more

Mara - Mediterranean Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

Had and absolute amazing meal here last night with some work colleagues. We were there for nearly 3 hours and well past the 9:30 closing time so shout out to our server for putting up with us for so long and being patient, she was outstanding! We ordered several bottles of wine both red & white as well several shared plates, the hummus, pea ricotta tartine, baba ghanoush, labneh and beet tartare. Everything was absolutely delicious and seasoned well. Service was outstanding and they presented everything so nice and explained what it all was. Several people also enjoyed the salt baked branzino for their meal and I did the filet with pearl onions. Steak was cooked perfectly and delicious. We finished the night with several desserts as well including the chocolate flourless cake which ended up being my absolute favorite. All the desserts looked like works of art. Amazing meal and highly recommend for groups. Hope to be back when I'm in town again. read more

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Mara has the rare combination of outstanding food, fantastic service, and reasonable prices. The dining room has a warm atmosphere that makes it a place where one wants to linger. And there is a small bar area serving a cheaper (but still delicious) menu. I really appreciate that there are no hidden surcharges, unlike many other nice restaurants in the area. It's also worth saying that although Mara is in the Four Seasons, it isn't snooty. I turned up in jeans with friends with no reservation on a Friday evening, seeking to eat at the bar. And we got the same friendly service that I received when I was there dressed up for a work dinner. read more

Spent the evening at Mara for a fancy birthday dinner with great expectations due to reviews and love for Spoon and Stable. The staff was fantastic--both the bartender, the host staff and the wait staff. And the vibe was fun with the open kitchen and etc. Not much of a crowd, however. I was surprised by more than half of the tables being empty (albeit on a Sunday night). Had thought getting a reservation would be difficult. We ordered the monkfish and the 8oz filet with asparagus on the side, with scallops and octopus as appetizers. The complementary house made vermouth was amazing, as was the scallop ceviche, but the rest of the food, while lovingly presented, was either tough, not especially tasty or engaging, or not worth the expense. The octopus was particularly tough, so the bartender took it back and replaced with another seafood ceviche that was OK. The monkfish ended up bland--confirmed by another patron we met in the elevator going out. The ribeye, highly recommended by the staff and cooked just right, didn't taste like anything special, though the accompanying grilled onions and mushrooms were good. The asparagus was a waste as it was mostly just fibrous stems covered with some cheese in a bowl too small to get a serving from. But again, the staff was fabulous and the attention appreciated. Still, I go to a restaurant for the food and given all the hoopla, ended up disappointed. Back to Spoon and Stable next year! read more

Everything was divine! Space was eccentric, bright, and beautiful. Our waiter was knowledgeable, funny, and incredibly helpful. The food was AMAZING. Everything we ordered, from the drinks to the desserts, was perfect, but I highly recommend getting the chicken! read more

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It's definitely an upscale experience and the price of the food and drinks reflect that! For shareables, we had the Cured Ocean Trout and the Fresh Ricotta Tartine. Tip: if you have more than two people, you would definitely need more! The entrees were my fave! The Braised Lamb Shank was impeccable. The Bucatini had lobster and pasta and made me fall in love with every bite We also always get a side of Broccolini because you can never go wrong with that. Overall, it's a great place for a special occasion! read more

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The food and drinks. The watermelon feta summer salad, I would have ordered three of them. The cucumber drink was yummy as well as the margarita. I love it here. The colors of the restaurant everything it's such a vibe place read more

Beautiful place...great hummus. We ate in the bar. Shared a burger and swordfish skewer. Was fine. read more

Mara - Burger and swordfish skewer. No idea what the sides were for. - Mediterranean Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

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Delicious breakfast and lunch menus! The service was great and the different courses were delicious. The whole restaurant is beautiful and wasn't crowded when I went. read more

We went for brunch. It was fine, but not a lot of menu selection and the food wasn't anything special. Good, but not special. The hummus was tasty but they charged us for extra pita that the server recommended. They also didn't validate parking in the garage which was annoying - only for valet (had I known!!!!). The building is beautiful (obviously it's in the 4-seasons) but Mara it isn't much more that your standard hotel restaurant. read more

It was good! A couple things I didn't love: the pay at the table method. For an expensive meal, I prefer to have a discrete way of paying. My cocktail glass had a crack and it nicked my lower lip. Lobster bucatini was so salty, it was almost inedible. We picked out the lobster but left the dish pretty untouched, server didn't notice. The food was very solid and inventive enough to feel like a treat. We loved the branzino and lamb tartar. The staff at the four seasons are professional and efficient. Restaurant is beautiful. Nice wine selection. read more

Mara - Beet tartar - Mediterranean Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

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We haven't tried their regular menu, but we went for NYE and did their 5 course pre-fixed menu. OMG. If you want an experience and to feel like you're on vacation, book this for next year NOW! The food was insane, started with oyster, had a truffle pasta, braised short rib, and they surprised us with an anniversary treat at the end. The wine pairings were so thought out and the service was incredible. Before the ball dropped they escorted us to a table they prepared for us in the bar so we could celebrate there. They really went above and beyond. The ambiance was immaculate. I really felt like this restaurant was meant for a Four Seasons location. Well done! read more

Oh I wanted so much to love you with the promise of rich flavors of the Mediterranean and Middle East, and after some amazing dinners at Spoon. Alas, I was disappointed. Of course Chef's preparations were all cooked to perfection, but they all lacked flavor and were simply bland. The simple salad was as expected, but the mackerel crudo lacked any flavor. The corn pasta dish was a major disappointment in blandness after the amazing version I had at Tosca in S Minneapolis. Literally no comparison. We moved on to the branzino, touted as the most amazing dish on the menu, cooked in a salt encrusted phyllo dough. I believe they forgot the salt - as it, and its side dishes lacked any flavor, even if cooked well. The only decent dish was the lamb shank. Again, I expected more spice, but it was as least comforting. The wines were "meh". The ambience was awesome. The wait staff was great (except the cold hostess). After $400 for 2, I don't believe I will be going back. read more

My partner and I stopped in Minneapolis for a night en route to Grand Marais for our mini-moon. I found Mara and was sold because they offered a full vegetarian menu. Thank you for creating so many wonderful veggie dishes to choose from! The food was incredible, and the service was like nothing we've ever experienced. We shared with Judy, the host, our reason for being there, and she made sure we had a great time. We also shared with her that we broke our phone charger on the way up from Chicago. Not only did she charge our phones for us, but she arranged for a new USB for us, FOR KEEPS. Thanks, Judy! Our server, Chadwick, took such great care of us, and anticipated every need. He brought over a couple of wine glasses for us, and I figured he was bringing a champagne toast to celebrate our wedding. Normally this would be a very sweet gesture, but as my partner is sober I thought I would have to tell him thanks but no thanks. Instead though, he took note that my partner didn't order a drink, and he brought us an N/A sparkling tea (DELICIOUS) to toast with. Incredible attention to detail. He also knew to ask if we're ok with gelatin in our desserts, which is so rare. We're not, so he double checked everything with the chef and found us the perfect sweet treat. We felt so safe in his hands! There were a couple of other surprise treats along the way that were so appreciated. You all made this night so special. From a couple of industry veterans to you all, thank you!!! (My partner wants to know if we can take the gold truffles to a currency exchange?) read more

Mara is exactly what you expect - great food and great ambiance! The hummus is a can't skip. The pasta was good, would probably try something new next time. Only downer was that service was a bit slow! This is a new restaurant, though, so ideally it will get better as they continue on read more

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The ambience is so great here. Loved the lighting, warm vibes, and seating. The starters were more memorable than the mains and the sides were smaller than expected but not bad. We liked the toast and flat bread. The cocktails and service were also really good. Likely won't be back but good to try for a fancier meal out. read more

Excellent place to dine. The interior is gorgeous and the staff was extremely knowledgeable about the menu, and very accommodating for one of our friends who has some dietary restrictions. The food was delicious and beautifully served. It was a bit on the pricey side considering portion sizes, but I suspect one goes to Mara for the food and the experience. read more

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Hands down the best addition to DT Minneapolis restaurant scene! I came here for a little saturday brunch date with my husband. I know it gets pretty booked out in advance, but somehow I was able to score a 11:45 am spot, just 2 days advance. Ambiance: 10/10 The interior of this place is very beautifuly designed, for sure. I loved everything about it. The furniture, lighting, decoration and colors. Very trendy and on-point. Service: 10/10 Kind of expected, but the service also was on-point, from hostesses to servers, pretty much everyone we talked to were very friendly and personable. Food: 12/10 I ordered black coffee and an almond croissant to start. Both were delicious. For my main, I got 'Mara Omelette', which comes with Hen of the woods mushroom on top. Very delicious but I wish it was a little bit bigger. The portion size was a little underwhelming, especially for a $19 omelette. I'm glad I had my croissant. My husband got 'Mara Benedict' which is eggs benedict witn crab meat. This was the star of our brunch. So delicious and portion was well balanced too, even considering thw hefty $26 price tag. It had some big crab meat pieces on it. Overall, we had a lovely time at Mara. We'll definitely be returning. I couldn't find any reviews about Mara brunch on yelp when I searched for it, so hope this helps! :) read more

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Total disappointment. How can this restaurant be under Soigne Hospitality Group ? From the moment we walked in and the hostess ignored us while on phone for 10 minutes until we sat down and were sat in an empty restaurant next to a patron with her foot on my seat It only got worse. I am so sad Food was well executed. Our server Jess tried to compensate but every employee from start to finish was exceptionally difficult to watch. The general manager and bus staff were so lacking basic skills it was painful. Just incredibly sad that this restaurant has Gavin's name on it. Jess kept blaming Fours seasons but I disagree. No matter the contract YOUR name is on the venue. Step up minneapolis should be embarrassed. read more

Mara - This is after we asks to move down two tables. Truly an unreal experience. - Mediterranean Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

Great experience with a server that was very helpful and knowledgeable. Lamb shank was fantastic and my favorite of the evening was the Ricotta starter read more

Mara - Mediterranean Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

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