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

We went back to George and the Dragon for lunch, and I realized why there was something odd about…read morethe place. No one sits at the bar. It's a restaurant, perhaps reflecting its neighborhood, where people have an occasional beer, but George and the Dragon isn't a drinking hole. That changes the ambiance. The patrons looked well-off, but in that way in which they try hard not to look like they have money. Most of them wore clothes that made them look as if they had just come off the tennis court, or their bike, or after running a five-mile for a great cause. My wife and I still try to look nice when we go out. We don't dress down. Most of the people at George & the Dragon were in their fifties or sixties, including the servers, who were very earnest, if you know what I mean. I'm in my seventies, grew up in NYC, and still try to look hip, and I drink vodka quite often. Maybe that's why I felt uncomfortable. That decade and a half makes a huge difference in how we grew up, and what I experienced in the sixties and seventies. The food was okay, not great. The burger and chicken schnitzel tasted fair to middling. The room was also very loud, filled with exclamations from the tables of "women who lunch," feeling more comfortable with no men at their tables. That's also a demographic and Minneapolis thing. I doubt I'll return to George and The Dragon. I like bars.

This is a true Irish Pub. Tiny but with all of the charm you need. Got a Guinness and their fish…read moreand chips. Good music. A very chill spot.

This place is close to work and I have been a couple times for happy hour. The staff are so…read morewelcoming and friendly. The space is super kitschy and fun. The vibe is perfect. I've only ever had their fried pickles, and they were good, need to try more of the food soon, which I will as I will absolutely be back.

Service was attentive. The fried fish was good but seem like it has a little more breading and I…read morethought you would get more than just 2 pieces of fish since the kids portion seems to be the same. The steak salad was ok since I had asked for medium well but it was well done and touch to chew. I like the cherry lager beer. Very quiet sober not a lot of people as we were close to closing time. It's nice that it's not too far from our house.

This is such a cute neighborhood brewery! The restaurant is so quaint. Parking is hard to find so…read moreplan for parking on the streets if you can find one near by. Bartender was extremely helpful and friendly! Looks of local beer options also. I was just there for a quick drink. Will be back to try other foods!

He Said: Do I like stand up arcade games and pinball? Yes…read more Is this review biased, because of how much I like said things? Heck yes. Up-Down is great. When it's nice outside, this place cannot be beat (it's nice even when the weather is not, too). Lots of drinks to choose from; several awesome games. 5 Stars! Pros: - Games, drinks, and vibes Cons: - N/A

I've been enjoying going to UpDown for the last many years. I always have a fun time, the daily…read morespecials are great, the pizza is usually good and the staff are very friendly and helpful. Now and then, you will have visits where a number of arcades and pinball machines are out of order. Also, they are now starting to get new pinball games which was desperately needed. Overall, it's really cheap, a good place to go if you don't want to be around kids while playing arcade/pinball games.

This place is simply amazing! A real jewel. If you are in the Linden Hills neighborhood you have…read moreto stop here and hang out a bit. Great beers, great vibe, very unique. Can't wait to come back!!

First time trying out this place. Wooden Ship is a very small niche brewery situated in the middle…read moreof residential white picket fence heaven, if you're into that sort of thing. In fact a neighbor across from the patio was literally painting his white picket fence! So, it's a unique setup for a mpls brewery taproom from the start. I walked in and was assaulted by a sickeningly sweet smell. Not sure if that's them brewing up their beet beer (beet beer--WHY?!) We both ordered the Saison. It had decent belgian notes but it was half-flat and a little sweet for my taste. It's nice they have a patio but it's beset by constant traffic from 44th St on one side and a parking lot with porta pottys on the other. Not exactly getting any fresh air. Moreover, the seating at picnic tables and high tops with cheap un-cushioned bar stools felt pretty half assed but that went along with the overall theme. They allow outside food and had a food truck operating when we went there which was a plus. Ultimately neither one of us were thrilled with our first tap so we bailed. Can't speak on the entire tap line but unlikely we will come back unless our friends ask us to. So almost nearly there in every respect but not quite. 3.75/5 rounding up to 4.

Wow!!! I saw an online recommendation for the breakfast burrito from Waterbury so I picked it up…read morefor brunch before a walk around the lake and immediately texted probably half my contacts list that they need to go get it immediately!! This breakfast burrito is packed full of everything you could ever want including wagyu steak (instead of the traditional bacon or sausage, so it's not greasy at all), avocado, eggs, potatoes, and cheese. It even came with a side salad and salsa to dip it in! For $15-16 it was a large portion and easily was 2 meals. I ordered online for pickup and it was ready quickly at the counter but the restaurant also looked cute inside so I would be interested in stopping in for a meal sometime too! They also have a coffee bar (pistachio latte was good) and free indoor parking for restaurant customers).

We had another wonderful esperience at Waterbury Restaurant. Fortunate that the Waterbury is a 5…read moreor 10 minute walk from our apartment house, we strolled over on a balmy Friday evening in September. The place was packed, but a kind gentlemen moved over so we could have two seats at the classy bar. With service from the empathetic Patrick and the charming Alicia, we felt at home even though we had just moved to Minneapolis. Waterbury's menu has an array of interesting choices. My spouse and I split a Caesar Salad. She ordered the Crispy Tuna Tacos which are always fantastic. I devoured the Blackened Shrimp. The dish had a piquancy that added the perfect amount of kick. I loved it. With jazz on Wednesday evenings and unique menu specials, the Waterbury will grow sick of my face. It's a great restaurant.

Had a great patio experience at Lake & Irving! We stopped in for a quick bite and got exactly what…read morewe needed to start our night. Patio is spacious and the vibes were summery! The food was quick and delicious. We got a hanger steak on our salad; it was cooked med rare as requested and seasoned well. Furikake chicken was a take on kaarage. It like bit sized chicken crunchies-- and also addictive. The mango tuna roll was not half bad either! Drinks were also yum!! Our waitress was friendly and very helpful! Not a single complaint with service. Would definitely come here again

Overall great experience. I've been four times and food is always great…read more I recommend making a reservation, especially near holidays or for weekend dinner. Most recently I went for restaurant week (3 courses for $45). It was lots of food and though it's a limited menu to choose from, great options to choose from. Note - They have a small lot but it's usually pretty full. There is plenty of free street parking available nearby though

Such a fun place! They have great food and a super fun atmosphere! The Happy Hours are way too…read morecool! The $18 Adult Happy Meal includes a cheeseburger, small fry, and a classic tiny martini. Unfortunately they are part of the wave of restaurants in Uptown that are closing.... Yikes! They are closing on June 2, 2026, so come quickly to enjoy this gem before it goes for good.....Red Cow Uptown, you will be missed.

Went here for the holiday pop-up Red Nose Room and it was decked out for the holidays! Reservations…read morebooked up quickly so make them ahead of time next holiday season. The holiday pop-up was definitely worth a visit, but I don't think I would go out of my way to dine here for the normal menu. From the normal menu, the Ultimate burger was good but not outstanding. The truffle fries were crispy and the truffle flavor was not overpowering. The milkshake was creamy and not too sweet. The best bite was the house salad-- the crispy lil bacon and almond bits were a great texture contrast and the sherry vinaigrette was light. From the Red Nose Room menu, the Cranberry Spritzer mocktail was sweet and tart. I would've liked a little more dilution. The Cheese Fondue was fun for the novelty, but the flavor was a little bland and the fondue could've been more warm.