Noa which is located on the first floor of the IDS center downtown Minneapolis is a great spot to have lunch or have after work drinks. Every time we have been here the service has been excellent and they go out of their way to please. The food is mostly classic American food. We had a salad and a burger with or drinks. There is seating inside the restaurant but there is also seating out into the common area of the IDS building which is what I prefer. read more

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NOA left me with mixed feelings. There were definitely some highlights, but the service made what should have been a quick lunch feel much longer than it needed to. We stopped in for lunch and, despite the restaurant not being busy, waited quite a while before anyone greeted or seated us. Once we were settled, we decided to take advantage of their Lunch for 2 for $40 special, which includes two soft drinks, one appetizer, and two entrées from a small selection of about five choices. It's a solid value, especially if you're looking for an affordable lunch downtown. The star of the meal was, without question, the hummus. It was incredibly fresh, creamy, and packed with flavor and easily the best thing I ate. I would absolutely come back just for the hummus. Unfortunately, my chorizo tacos didn't live up to the same standard. They were noticeably dry and lacked in flavor. On the other hand, my dining companion ordered the turkey BLT and really enjoyed it. It also came with a generous serving of fries, which was a nice surprise. Service was where the experience really struggled. After our hummus arrived, our server disappeared, leaving us without side plates until we finally got up and grabbed them ourselves from the host stand. We didn't see her again until our entrées were delivered. Looking around the dining room, it didn't seem like we were the only ones experiencing this. Several tables were waiting long stretches for service, and multiple guests stood at the host stand without being acknowledged. Ironically, the staff seemed more focused on resetting empty tables than taking care of the guests who were already there. With only a few occupied tables, it was surprising that service felt so stretched. Despite the disappointing service, I'd consider coming back during happy hour. If the hummus is on the menu, it's an easy order, and I'd be interested in trying a few more appetizers since that was easily the strongest part of our meal. read more

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I dined with a colleague after attending a full conference day of keynotes and breakout sessions. Noa Minneapolis is accessible through the Skyway System. It was very easy to get to the restaurant from the Royal, the hotel where we were staying. I had the cauliflower steak for dinner at Noa Minneapolis. It was ok. I should have ordered something else. Maybe the Noa Burger. read more

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I ate here for a team dinner following a long conference day and the waitstaff, Nicole, was absolutely amazing. Everyone's food looked delicious (especially the chicken pot pie) and everyone seemed happy. The lemon lavender spritz was bubbly, bright, and tasty. The miso butter noodles with shrimp was rich and luxurious. The first bite had a minor spicy kick; the flavor was great. The espresso with the affogato was a little bitter for my taste, but the ice cream was creamy and had a wonderful vanilla flavor. The ambiance was great and we had a wonderful time. I would definitely return as a "treat yourself" date. read more

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We went here as a party of 8 for lunch, and everyone seemed to like the food, but nothing stood out as a repeat or special. We had a mix of menu items, someone ordered the short rib special, a few vegetarian, and a chicken Caesar. The waitress was, well, a check-in. Not very attentive and seemed annoyed that she had to deal with a larger party. Everyone was asking for refills of either water or tea and waited, and the here it came, right when everyone was finished. Also, several dishes didn't get severed until minutes after 6 others came out, so folks were waiting while the majority had to start eating while the dish was hot. Not the best experience. read more

This was a great escape from the frigid weather. The environment is welcoming and so are the people. I was seated immediately, and the server took my drink and appetizer order right away. I got the wings and Noa burger. The portion sizes were generous and I finished all of it. The burger was tasty and juicy, the wings were perfect and the fries were crispy. Next time I am in town I will definitely make another stop here. read more

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Wanted to try out this restaurant in downtown Minneapolis. The restaurant is located in the IDS center building and there is underground parking. But on their website you can get validated parking a few blocks away (about 2-3 block walk). The restaurant is located on the first floor right up the elevators (from underground parking). The menu is eclectic. We tried the chips & queso, chicken wings, and wontons for appetizers. For our mains we had the bibimbap, chicken pot pie, and Noa burger (wagyu burger). The ambience was modern and our server was attentive. Perhaps I would have appreciated a more expansive menu and for some reason there was no desert (kind of odd for a restaurant). Nevertheless a very good experience at this restaurant. read more

Dined here with some friends. We had a reservation but it wasn't too busy on a Thursday night right after happy hour. We stood at the podium for several minutes with no greeting or acknowledgment. We began to seat ourselves when someone finally walked out and asked if we've been helped. The restaurant is beautiful, very classy and clean. The menu has decent offerings. I went with the house made veggie burger which came with fries. We also ordered Hummus and tempura vegetables. The burger and hummus were good. The Vegetables were just okay. I also ordered a lemon drop martini and it was good as well. Our waiter was nice and attentive. The happy hour menu looked good, so I'd for sure come back to check it out sometime. read more

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Stopped by for dinner on a Weds. they have happy hour specials on food and drinks 2pm-6pm. Bar was packed and quite a few groups. I was seated quickly and server came soon after, brought water and I ordered a mocktail gimlet. It was good, lime and mint and perfect for a warmer day. Decided to try 2 wings and wagu burger specials from happy hour menu plus panzanella salad. Food came out real quickly. Burger is a deal for happy hour at half the usual price - was fresh and had a tasty sesame bun, pickles and sauce. Wings are generously dry rubbed and crispy, if a bit too salty for me. Messy too, as wings are, so wouldn't order that on a date or eating with colleagues. They let me try both ranch and blue cheese sauce for the wings. Ranch seemed generic and not exciting, I preferred the blue cheese - in fact I put some in my burger for an on the fly blue cheese burger. Salad listed heirloom tomatoes but they were cherry tomatoes that may have been heirloom but not the chunks of bigger tomato I expected. No greens in a panzanella just tomatoes, small mozzarella balls, bread, onions all covered in a pesto sauce - the preserved lemon was a nice fresh touch, I wish it was more accented with some fresh lemon as it was way in the background. The servers are nice and professional and friendly - they deserve generous tips - the ones I saw really worked hard. Interior is darkish but pleasant. They have a nice table for 12 if you want to bring a group, plus booths and other tables. Look is mostly beige and grey and walnut. Went crazy and had the chocolate cake with candied hazelnuts and ice cream for dessert. Amazing. Also loved they had oat milk as an option as I had a cappuccino to top off a good meal. read more

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I have a habit of ordering a salad to justify a dessert. That was definitely the case here because the chocolate cake looked amazing and I wanted it. The salad was very good and fresh tasting. The cake was so worth it. Moist and decadent and not too sweet and very chocolaty. It was goodness at every bite. I'm happy that I ordered both items. This was a great experience. The space was nice and comfortable. The service was good. Casual. Please come and create your own adventure. read more

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We came here for NYE and to celebrate my birthday and it a lovely evening. It was our first time at NOA and our server gave exceptional service. She was patient, kind, and took a very nice photo of us. The highlights were the lobster bisque, filet, and coq au vin. My dessert, the chocolate cake, even came with a candle which was cute. We can't wait to be back! read more

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I ordered the oxtail quesadilla, dry rub wings and iced tea for lunch and it was all so delicious. The meal was all tender and everything had so much flavor. Service was impeccable and things came out pretty quickly. The place is cute and well kept too. read more

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Grabbed a quick lunch here yesterday and sat at the bar. The bartender was really friendly and gave just the right about of check ins. I ordered the house salad because it was not your typical salad. It had fennel, cashews, and dried cranberries with mixed greens and an Apple vinaigrette. It was really tasty! Just had a bit too many of the dried cranberries. I would definitely go back for lunch or dinner as it was also well-appointed and had a nice atmosphere. read more

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Decent selection of food options; vegan & GF options are clearly identified. In restaurant there are booths & tables in addition to the bar area. Nice outside area that's a bright, open area. Attentive service. Sort of pricey for lunch but convenient to many hotels in the Nicolette Mall areas. read more

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Diverse, healthy menu with appetizing presentation and good service make NOA a recommended dinning choice in downtown Minn. I had dinner here with a party of 14, and we were seated in a bright, private room with a nice street view. The menu had several fresh fish options, and Mexican, Korean and Italian influences, which was intriguing. There were also numerous vegetarian and gluten free options. We tried all of the appetizers--I enjoyed the oxtail quesadilla most. My main was the bibimbap, which featured kimchi, kale and mushroom alongside the bulgogi beef. It was delicious, though oversauced, so next time I'd order the gochujang on the side. The standout drink was the yuzu passionfruit, though the bees knees was solid as well. Service was prompt, with water refilled on time and new drink orders regularly offered. read more

Did not expect this to be as good as it was. First, Alicia was an amazing server and made excellent recommendations. We started with burrata which was great, flavorful and textures were spot on. Didn't get a pic of that, ate it too fast. I appreciate the asparagus and truffle too. Great bite. I got the salmon for lunch and it was one of the best salmon dishes I've ever had. The sweet potatoes, Brussel sprouts and sauce made it such and incredible flavor. Texture on the salmon was perfect. Perfect on the salt level too. This place can cater to any party too. Great private rooms, was good for a work meeting (why I was here) but I could see it for a date night as well. It's modern, cozy, well decorated and very clean. Lots of natural light, quiet music and not too loud. Would come back. We did walk from our hotel, so I can't comment on the parking. Highly recommend you try it and order something outside your comfort zone. Favors were great. read more

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This was busy in a Wednesday evening. Had been meaning to try this place since it replaced Mission American kitchen so we got a reservation for the family. We were seated right away on a high table in the back. Our servers came by with some waters and to take our drink ordered. Ordered a couple of cocktails and checked out the menu. We started off with the chicken wings, the artisan cheese plate and a Caesar salad and the beet and feta salad. for the entrees, we ordered the Sweet Potato Gnocchi, the Braised Short Ribs and the Birria Ramen. We also ordered a couple of sides with the fries and the squash. The were out of a couple of the menu items so we couldn't try them. The drinks and food came out fairly quick and definitely had a good presentation around it. The wings were hot and crispy with tender chicken on inside. The Caesar salad was nothing fancy but a decent salad. The cheese plate was good with a variety of both soft and hard cheeses. The beet and feta salad was probably the most balanced and nuanced dish of the first round. Fresh, sweet and tangy with the feta cutting through it all. The entrees were the most disappointing. The short ribs were tough and not soft as you would expect from an establishment of this caliber. The birria ramen lacked flavor. The consommé was light and not flavorful. The noodles were cooked to spec but just overall a lackluster dish. The gnocchi was decent and the only entree I would consider getting again. The place is clean and happening and the decor is modern. The service was less than stellar but they were also very busy so I can understand them being maybe a little short staffed. Overall it was an ok experience. It doesn't live up to the place it replaced, in my opinion. read more

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Checked out their "Taste of the sason event recently and this place is great for happy hour if you work or live downtown Highlights were the rock shrimp tostada, the chicken shawarma satay and the beef sliders Some of their other new fall items were not my favorite - but I would def come back for HH as they have decent deals and even on a Saturday! Also would like to try some other menu items Service was good- they seemed to have a lot of staff at the time this event Decor was cute and trendy Parking - can be difficult- need to use the parking ramps nearby read more

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We didn't pick Noa for corporate event, even though it's in IDS center, but the vegetarian-friendly menu. It was first time for all five of us, and everyone had a great time. We started with hummus. The roasted carrots, cauliflower and feta made it very special. Even though I am not a huge fan for hummus, I loved it! The two vegetarians had veggie tacos, summer spinach salad, and herb French fries. One of the non-vegetarians ordered Ricotta Gnocchi. I'd give 5 stars for all the vegetarian options. The five of us shared three desserts. The chocolate cake was a big hit with its moistness, pleasantly rich but not overwhelmingly sweet. The ricotta donuts coming with three sauces, are crispy and delicious. As Sebastian ice cream lover, you now can sit in a much nicer place to enjoy your favorite neighborhood ice cream. We tried their Ghia Sour, the mocktail, very refreshing! I can imagine the fancy stuff on the cocktail menu must be exceptional. Love the modern ambiance and humble services. It was unexpectedly nice, will come back! read more

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Nestled near the atrium of the IDS building, we enjoyed a meal on their terrace which faced the stage. I chose Roasted Pear Salad and added chicken over lunch during the workday. The flavors in the salad balanced beautifully and the textures kept me going back for more. There was brightness from the blackberries, creaminess from the goat cheese, crunch from the prosciutto, and sweetness from the candied nuts. My only note is that I wish the greens would've been cut smaller because it was a bit challenging to eat. read more

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Noa is a really cute restaurant that replaced the popular Downtown institution, Mission American Kitchen. Our team went here for lunch and enjoyed sitting at one of those large oversized booths that definitely gave a swanky plush feeling. I ordered the shrimp tacos, and our waiter Ashley said she would recommend a side since the portion was small for a meal. I took her advice and ordered the side of the cauliflower, which was very generous and included some very good tasting sweet potato chips. Everything tasted really good. My shrimp didn't even need the side of sauce because they were juicy and already packed with flavor. The decor, service, and quality of the dishes were a hit for all of us. Plus, our waiter, Ashley, was very attentive and friendly. read more

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Came to NOA for happy hour after a failed attempt at a different place in the same area. Needless to say, I was pleasantly surprised. NOA is in the middle of downtown, so it did take forever to find parking, not that there wasn't any available. There are plenty of parking garages in the area, we were looking for a meter to park at because they are cheaper. When we walked inside, I immediately loved the decor. It is very chic, and the vibes were really grown and sexy. Service was on point. We barely made the happy hour but was able to put an order in on time. They had a great selection of wine and cocktails, as well as a decent spread of food. We had the shredded chicken and the chicken wings, they both were made fresh, and you can tell they use fresh ingredients. The whole experience was great. read more

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Good place to bring your team from work. It has a work ambiance. The place is big and can host big tables. The service was very respectful and helpful; I would say it was the highlight of the place. I ordered the pesto pasta (unfortunately didn't take pictures) and I would totally recommend it. I would say the menu is pretty basic so you can't go wrong with their options. read more

Stopped here before seeing MJ the musical. We came here for the cheese curds and fried chicken thighs, but unfortunately both were no longer on the menu. Decided to try the Noa burger myself. Or was juicy and perfectly cooked. Fries were extra crispy as ordered too. The cake was the star of the show. It was thick and rich, but not overpowering. I also appreciate N.A. options as I've been refraining from drinking lately. I'm glad more and more places are doing this to give those that don't drink options. With Candyland a few blocks away, this may be our new pattern for shows! read more

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Went to NOA before the Timberwolves game last night to grab dinner. It's located near Nicollet Ave, so be aware that parking is tough. We used the IDS ramp and it was actually only $5.00 for weekend parking, so plan to park there. The restaurant itself looked really nice inside, which included some Christmas decorations. Our server was helpful and got our food and drinks in a timely manner. Our drinks were were good and our food was really good. My girlfriend had the Birria Ramen which she liked! That's a hard dish to find sometimes. Overall, the drinks, service, food, and atmosphere were nice! - Anthony read more

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Overall nice but pretty forgettable meal at Noa. From a food standpoint, there were no real standouts. The best part of our meal was the excellent service provided by the host and our server. Location feels a little corporate - right in the middle of a bunch of businesses or banks downtown and looking out at an inside atrium. We started with tuna tartare and crispy tofu, the latter being the highlight and really delivered both texture and flavor. I wound up having the Cobb salad because the mains seemed a bit standard, which was good, but and also heard the mushroom risotto was a winner from the three people that ordered it at our table. Others enjoyed the cocktails as well. I don't regret going, but not sure I need to go back. read more

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I decided to check out this restaurant for takeout one night while at a conference. It was a short walk from the hotel where I was staying and the order was ready in a short period of time. The prices were reasonable and the staff was friendly on the phone and in person. If I am in the area again, I will definitely be back. read more

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Enjoyed dinner here before seeing MJ the Musical on a very busy Friday in downtown Minneapolis. We had reservations at 5:45pm and were seated right away. Started with an NA beverage. I had the Birria tacos which were flavorful and a good portion. For dessert, we shared the chocolate cake. YUM! Do not skip on this. I'd come back just for the chocolate cake! It had like toffee pieces in it and served with ice cream. The waitress was nice and friendly. She answered our questions. Restaurant is clean and bright. I look forward to visiting in the future. read more

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I have to change my review due to an incident that occurred when I revisited this spot last week. I had reservations for 5 pm; when I walked in, the hostess/waitress, Nicole, noticed us at the door but proceeded to do everything else but greet us for quite some time. I was trying to be understanding that she was perhaps too busy. However, I realized that wasn't true when another group of people who happened to be white walked in. Nicole then went up to me and my friend and asked us had we been helped, but of course she knew we hadn't been helped because she walked past us a million times. It was quite obvious that Nicole only addressed and sat me and my friend down because she knew she had to do so before she helped the new group, and of course she helped the new group immediately after we were sat. I'm sorry, but I felt blatantly disrespected and discriminated against in that moment. This of course made the rest of my visit uncomfortable. The food was still really good though, so I can never give this place 0 stars because of food and atmosphere, but I would hope that we can have common respect across the board for everyone. read more

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I was wandering around downtown Minneapolis looking for a happy hour. I came across Noa where the bar area was the right kind of busy with some seating still available. The service was quick and friendly despite being busy in the bar area as well as a few seated groups of 10+. I texted some coworkers to hurry down and had a great gin and tonic, which we paired with high noon seltzer and a large happy hour serving of nachos as everyone showed up. There were plenty of whiskey and bourbon options for those more discerning members of the happy hour. The bar area is bright open and clean, and the staff are all knowledgeable about the menu. We did order French fries after the nachos with a variety of dips to satisfy any taste. Walked out for under $50 by sticking to the happy hour menu, but the value for quality was outstanding! read more

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Convenient but a pass for me. I guess because I wasn't able to get most of the items I was hoping to try and the ones I was able to get wasn't beyond average. Looks like they don't serve any seafood related dishes on a Monday. The taco I had was pretty mediocre but it could be that I just set really high expectations. Carnitas relied a bit on the salsa for flavor but it was just mostly the flavor of the salsa that stood out. As for the brussel sprouts, I do like them, but one app isn't enough for me to return. read more

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I've been to Noa before they updated their menu. When I came back I was slightly disappointed with the serving size of this pasta bowl. It was also cold so I had to send it back. Others at the table sent food back to be warmed up. Our amazing waitress made up for the cold food and overall the vibes of being downtown made for a great night. read more

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Now I'd in the IDS center where the old Mission American kitchen was located. It's a really big space with great interior decor and for a last minute dinner choice was pretty great. There were high moments and some lows for sure. Would order again: French onion soup: amazing. And good size. Tasted great too Crispy Tofu: I'm not vegan. But Noa needs to write a page on how they got these so perfectly crispy!! Was so good. We ordered another plate. Hummus: was okay. Wish there were more crispy chickpeas but wasn't blown away Mushroom Risotto: so freaking good. I didn't get an proteins with it (it's an option) and it was soo yummy. Ugh I need it now. I took a video but can't add here. But so good and a generous serving. Can't speak to the French dip cause it was my husbands food. But he said it was great. Ended the night with panna cotta and ice cream. It was really yummy Service was also amazing. The only thing I hated was the sushi. It was honestly offensive. Please do not order this. read more

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First visit to Noa for happy hour. We came in during the week so no crowd. We started off with their brisket nacho's, which were actually quite amazing! The chips and guacamole were very refreshing and paired nicely with the nachos. We next tried the carnitas tacos, they were flavorful but a little dry, not too moist. I'll definitely be back for the nachos and beer for happy hour. read more

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Tried Noa on a whim. It's inside the Crystal Court. Beautiful interior, lots of live plants where we were sitting. Happy hour seems popular, which we didn't try this time. Server was knowledgeable about the menu and made great recommendations. No one else was ordering food and it took a long time, why 4 vs 5 stars. The food was good! Great flavors, nothing too salty or bland, and we finished our entire meal! The chocolate cake comes with hazelnuts. I was expecting an overly sweet cake and instead, it was very good and paired with vanilla ice cream. Limited non-alcoholic options in terms of no Coke Zero, no decaffeinated coffee. But the ambience and quality of good make it worth a stop if you're not in somewhat of a hurry. read more

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It's located in the skyway but also has street side access. This is a nice place to come for happy hour and it has vegan options. It's fairly priced for the quality and their menu is fairly broad so you can appease picky eaters and dietary restrictions easily. It's got a modern upscale feel to it but tbh the service depends on how busy they are and staffing. Overall I would go back for drinks, lunch, or anything worth celebrating. read more

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Great happy hour spot in downtown Minneapolis with $6 wells. We got: - turkey burger - tuna tartare - crispy chicken thighs All good! read more

Came for a work lunch recently and it checked very box. I'd totally come back. service was friendly and quick which is key for a successful work lunch. The menu looks really quite good, elevated relative to your typical generic options. I got the turkey burger which was really well seasoned, filling, great toppings, heaping amount of fries too. I'd be willing to get the turkey burger again tho! read more

My friends & I went to noa for a happy hour after work. We walked in to a fairly empty restaurant with blown speakers above the table we were sat at. To start, the happy hour prices online were different from the printed menus at the restaurant. Our server came over and told us about all the things they were out of: sushi rolls, some sort of meat, whatever. We weren't planning on ordering any of those things, no big deal. When my friend tried ordering the Crispy Tofu, surprise! They were out of that, too. We decided to skip food & ordered drinks. I got the Coronado (Empress gin, rosemary, pear, lemon, tonic). It came & was definitely a pretty drink; the first sip wasn't super impressive; it was bitter & not very flavorful. I kept drinking & the flavor improved a bit but I wasn't blown away, especially for a $16+ cocktail. It's a bummer that Nicollet Mall is so desolate; this place didn't make me want to spend more time there. read more

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So happy I stopped in here for happy hour this past Friday. It was my first time visiting Minneapolis for a wedding and my friend and I wanted to grab a drink and quick bite before the festivities began. We sat at the bar during happy hour and were pleasantly surprised with the great service, prices and portions for the happy hour deals. I highly recommend the hummus plate. It was the best vegan item and was really delicious. I never usually order hummus out but it was really good with the veggies and wine. read more

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