The restaurant has a nice layout, very comfortable low lighting with a somewhat open kitchen look…read moreand a large bar in the middle. I imagine it would be really nice in the spring/summer as there is a horse track right outside of the restaurant which would provide a great view to a race. It definitely got a little loud just sitting inside They had a large variety of options to choose from on the menu. They also offered a great and surprisingly extensive Happy Hour Menu which we got there in time to take advantage of.  We got the burger and thought it was very tasty, we love a good caramelized onion. I thought it definitely needed some ketchup to balance out the heaviness of the onions and cheese with a little bright acidity. I also thought the patties themselves were very good, thin with a slight crisp to them with a soft bun and melty sauces and cheese. Since it was a happy hour option the burger did not come with any sides like it would have as an entrée. We also got fish tacos and we were a big fan of the slaw and pineapple mayo which brought a balance of sweet and savory to the dish. Only came with two tacos (at least for happy hour) which might not be enough food if you're hungry. The hot smoked salmon was one of the more unique items we tried. The salmon itself was super tasty - salty and smoky just what you want. They use the smaller scraps of salmon that wouldn't work in their Wood-Fired King Salmon entrée and incorporate it into this appetizer which is great sustainability-wise! The salmon came with a creamy ricotta, salty capers, crunchy crostini, and sweet and acidic pickled red onions. We liked this combination a lot but felt it could have used even more sweetness/acidity, maybe just adding a couple more onions to the dish. We really enjoyed the 'Garganelli' pasta dish. It was creamy and indulgent with pieces of lobster and freshly shaved parmesan on top. The chili added a really nice layer of heat but wasn't overpowering. The server was nice enough to split up everything we had over the evening to share (which explains the two small portions in the photo). MN Mule - 8/10 Pretty average but solid mule. However, it was served in a plastic spam cup which elevated the whole experience. Margarita - 9/10 Very good margarita - we were told it was a house made margarita not from a mix. Very bright and fresh flavors that definitely let the tequila shine. Overall would definitely recommend!

Food was very good. Happy hour and prices were attractive as was the service…read more Mostly hard surfaces and quite loud even though less than half full. Next time will be a patio visit. Excellent dessert selection. Loved the deconstructed key lime pie. Not to be missed.

This is bbq heaven! First...you need to know I'm a bbq snob. I'm very picky about flavors,…read moretenderness, smokiness, etc. Mr Pigs delivers! We had ribs, pulled pork, brisket, and sausage. All of it was delicious! The brisket was extraordinarily tender. The sausage had a delicious kick to it and was juicy. The pulled pork had a wonderful smokiness to it and didn't need any bbq sauce. The restaurant itself is very clean and everyone was very friendly. Oh...and the Diet Coke was great! We will be back! Chef's kiss!

I have been wanting to try this place since I heard they opened. I went tonight with my son because…read morewe both love BBQ. We each got a two meat combo plate. He got one that was pulled pork and brisket with sweet potato fries. I got pork ribs and brisket with Mac and cheese. We also ordered two jalapeño cheddar sausage links to share. We also ordered smoked chicken wings in buffalo sauce for an appetizer. The wing are awesome they had just enough smoke and crisp to make them very flavorful and the right amount of sauce. The brisket was great. I think the slices were from where the the flat and point meet. The ribs were seasoned well and had a good smoke ring. The only thing I might say was lacking for me is they were fall off the bone. I like mine to have a little tug to where I can take a bite and the meat doesn't all come away. The Mac and cheese for me was missing something maybe a little smoke or garlic. My son said the pulled pork was a little too chewy and the fat really hadn't melted into the meat. He was surprised to taste the brown sugar on the sweet potato fries which he said were ok. The jalapeño and cheddar sausage was good and it was cooked with just the right amount of snap to the casing. They had some good side options like coleslaw, mashed potatoes, regular and sweet potato fries, Mac and cheese and baked beans also. I would have liked to been able to order potato salad but not a deal breaker. Maybe another sausage option is like a Texas style hot link. Our server Nic S. was awesome always checking in and making sure that food was good and if we needed anything. We went on a Wednesday night and it was pretty busy. We came towards the end of happy hour also. The parking lot is shared by two other popular restaurants so parking was a little difficult but not bad. They could not use more spots as all three looked busy. The noise was normal and the decor was nice. Will definitely be back.

Great ambience!! I came for a tropical themed party loved the vibe in the event space it connects…read moreto a long indoor patio area that has a fireplace! I think it was perfect during happy hour and then could turn off when the dancing started. Food: The jerk chicken egg rolls were huge and had great flavor. Also enjoyed the little sliders. The meat on the skewers was a super weird texture like almost a mushy bite maybe it was like a vegan meat I wasn't sure. The service at the bar was a bit slow at times there was two back there but the staff worked really hard at the end as the party went late and the staff was awesome cleaning up around us til the last minute so thanks for that!!! I liked the rum punch I had and the back space looked small but still fit a Photo Booth, the food table and dj table

If you read the last part of my first review, you'll see that I unfortunately was afraid they…read morewould do exactly what they did. We went back today and while it was still good, definitely wasn't as good as it was last time. The jerk chicken plate removed the beans, changed the rice, and got rid of the sauce so it wasn't as good though it was a bit less dry than last time. They also removed the Ropa Vieja from the menu which was our favorite. My husband had the Cuban sandwich and was not impressed. The fries with it were good. The drinks were still great. Service was friendly but slow (drinks, food, and waitress all slow). Another in our party got the blackened salmon which was really good. Unfortunately, I was so nervous they would remove or change the menu to be worse, which is a common theme I've noticed with 4 different restaurants by these owners now, so I was so bummed to see that's exactly what happened. Such a cool vibe, great drinks, and a really cool new patio - but the food needs a bit of work - bring back the Ropa Vieja and the better jerk chicken!

Huge fan of this restaurant! Our server was attentive and extremely kind…read more We started with the wontons and deviled eggs (we ate them too quickly to get pictures) and they were to die for. We also ordered some drinks (You're My Boy Blue & the Rhubarb/Ginger Gin Fizz). Both were a perfect balance of refreshing and fruity. I ordered the brisket mac & cheese (pictured) and was immediately in love. Truly the definition of comfort food. As it was my birthday, we were able to finish off the meal with a slice of rainbow cake. We will definitely be back, as there are so many things we didn't get this time that we want to try

Brick and Bourbon is a great spot for fun drinks and good food with friends! I ordered the bourbon…read moreburger and subbed the patty for a vegetarian one instead & took out the bacon. I was really bummed to learn that the fried onion on the burger & some of their other fried foods are done so with beef tallow and therefore aren't vegetarian/vegan friendly. This includes the French fries & buffalo Brussels sprouts which was a huge bummer and took me by surprise as many of the foods I thought were vegetarian were not. This is the primary reason I'm giving it a 3/5 instead of 5/5. I am extremely grateful to our wonderful waitress for bringing this to my attention ahead of time and helping guide me to which menu items were still vegetarian friendly but found my options to be a lot more limited. The food that we did have was good! The Mac and cheese was rich and delicious. Our drinks were also really well made and enjoyable!

Came here a bit ago with a friend for happy hour and we ended up staying for some trivia which was…read morevery fun. They have a limited food menu but also while we were there they had a food truck as well that we had some very flavorful tacos from. There was plenty of seating and I would definitely recommend if you're in the area!

We have gone there several times either to take a class (sourdough making class), grab some pints…read morewith friends, or play trivia. It's a great place to hang out. Not only do they have beer, they have cocktails, N/A, food trucks, so lots of options. The staff are very friendly and can help you pick your drink of choice.

So happy to have Southern Social in Chaska with deliciously crafted sides, cocktails and an…read moreinviting atmosphere. We have dined in a few times and always have great service and food. Notable food: Bone in fried chicken is crispy, with a light batter and tastes like it been cooked in some well rendered fat. 10/10 Drinks: the vast bourbon selection makes for fantastic cocktail creations or enjoying neat. I loved that they have New Riff-Rye. I also love a play on the classics the Tequila Old Fashioned (Reposado tequila, coconut aquavit, agave, tiki bitters.) Atmosphere/design: Offers plenty of space with a peek into the kitchen. No matter where you sit, you're bound to catch a TV playing a number of sports channels. Overall!

We stopped at Southern Social around 2:40 PM and it was delightfully quiet -- a great time for…read morelunch. The inside is gorgeous: dark grey wood everywhere, very modern, and smells amazing from the moment you walk in. I love that it's in the space that used to be Cuzzy's Bar and Grill; the renovation really makes it feel like a whole new place. I ordered the cornbread skillet and a chicken sandwich (I asked for bacon but didn't get it). The cornbread skillet was excellent -- my partner had cheese curds that were melt-in-your-mouth, i love when places paor curds with the blueberry dip. The chicken sandwich was awesome: quality chicken with a super crunchy breading, and the tomatoes had a little pepper seasoning which made it stand out from your usual sandwich. I also tried their Mac and Cheese. Thats pretty good its dauced just right and i think its pimento cheese. Partner also tried chicken and waffles, which he enjoyed but said it wasn't his favorite -- not really a chicken-and-waffles guy. The sweet potato fries were tasty, though a bit soft rather than crispy. Service was fantastic. Our server was very sweet, attentive, and helpful with suggestions and questions. The bathrooms were clean, and the bar area looked well done. The space is much bigger than the old restaurant, with more booths and seating than I expected. Overall, I really enjoyed the food and atmosphere. I would definitely come back to try more off the menu -- everything looks tempting. A wonderful spot in Chaska that's worth visiting. Go visit!

Lovely! Can't wait to take my wife back for a few and a snack. Love this place :) the service was…read moregreat

Was here on a one night stay and was grateful that they had a decent place to eat. The waitress was…read moresuper friendly and inviting. I had the prime rib sandwich and an Old Fashion and both were very good. It's a little hard to understand where the Olive Lounge ends and the steakhouse begins. They are connected but once I sat at the bar, I was able to get what I wanted. The place is very nicely decorated and the food was good.

Pau Hana is a cute little, well-lit venue that really packs a unique flavor punch! The dishes are…read moreHawaiian-influenced and absolutely phenomenal. The drink menu also matches these elements and is a home run, even if a bit off-kilter from your standard fare. The Loco Moco was fantastic, the prices are somewhat reasonable, and the drinks will cap things off perfectly! Well worth the visit!

We have visited Pau Hana a few times now. The service is always great and the food is always…read morespectacular. We love coming here when we want to eat like we are on vacation. It's a nice open floor with high tops, bar area seating, and half booth style tables. They also have a big heated patio area. The way to go is getting the Coconut Shrimp Loco Moco- it's double the shrimp and you will definitely have left overs (if you get an app). The Shoyu Short Rib Loco Moco was great as well! We shared the Miso Caesar salad and it was delicious! It was nice and cold so the salad had a nice crunch to it.

Visited 3/19 and 5/8/26. Yum! This place has become an instant fave and I'm so excited for patio…read moreseason. Ample street parking available. We made a reservation on both occasions but didn't have to make it too much in advance so it's always worth checking on. Service is always spectacular with a huge attention to detail and really customized spiels about the menu. The things I've recently tried for drinks have included the spritz del ambratta, the fiore, and a sparkling red from their wine selection. I find myself going back to the Fiore and would recommend that most although their wine is a solid selection as well. In my opinion, the best starter combination is the focaccia plus the lemony beans. The focaccia is solid and it's so good to dip in the mixture that the beans are doused in. The Caesar was decent as well but you can't miss with that other combo. Then, of course, the mains. If you love creamy pasta, do yourself a favor and get the cavatelli. One of my favorite dishes I've had there; I kept almost comparing it to an adult Mac and cheese. Great for sharing if creamy pastas are a bit too rich for your liking. The lasagna is always a close second and you can't go wrong with it. My friend adored the pickle pizza and I thought it was solid too although I would still probably get the cavatelli or lasagna if you are between that and the pizza. Another great shareable. The saffron spaghetti was decent with some really good bite from the noodles and the taste of saffron really coming through, but I would probably get those other dishes before I would order that. On the first occasion, I was there we were celebrating two of my friends' 30th birthdays and H&S did such a good job of celebrating and making them feel special plus they brought out French silk pie cannolis for us plus glasses of sparkling wine, so I would highly recommend this place as a celebratory dinner. I hope it becomes a big mainstay in twin cities/twin cities adjacent cuisine.

We finally made it back to one of our favorite spots in downtown Hopkins, and we were delighted to…read moresee that the new patio is open for the season! Such a lovely new spot to enjoy some delicious food! We came with some friends this time and were able to order a few more dishes to share. The stars of the show were the lasagna and the cavatelli dishes. The cavatelli is so unique and rich with the hazelnuts and house made boursin. The lasagna was such a lovely new experience; it was a white cheese lasagna with mushrooms and it was absolutely amazing. The new cocktails are delicious as well but we were missing the Fiore from the menu, hopefully that one will return in the future!

I wanted to update for their Winter Flight I recently tried! I would give it 2.5/5 stars, only…read morebecause I really only enjoyed 2 of the coffees. The candied almond and nutty white mocha both had an odd taste to them, and really wasnt for me- but I bet if youre a big almond/nutty flavored person- youre going to love it! The cherry chocolate didnt have much of a flavor, atleast the cherry. But the Snowflake really took it home and was amazing. The portions are great if youre looking to try something new! (Take note, I have Oat milk in all of these, if that changes the flavor- im not sure). Ambiance of the place is great to work at and we sat for a few hours!

Cute little brewery and coffee house in a lovely downtown setting…read more We came here to get a stamp for my pub pass. It was an added bonus that my wife could get coffee at the same time. Bartenders were very useful in helping us choose our drinks. I had the hazy and gave it a 3.5 outta 5, not my favorite but flavorful. Plenty of seating at parking was easy and close.