Food was amazing. Staff was really good, tentative, kind. They were very knowledgeable of their menu. Gave good references and it looks amazing inside. read more

It's called nubar but the bars not open. Marriott took over this old beautiful hotel in Harvard square. They close the bar during the day. On a busy day like this. Makes no sense. Wake up Marriott. There is no food either. Between shifts. Too bad. read more

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We eat at Nubar fairly frequently when we attend the American Repertory Theatre, a few blocks from the Sheraton Commander. The food is fabulous and is always served graciously. In the most recent visit, we had the Shrimp Scampi and the Sicilian Flatbread as appetizers. Our main course was an order of steak frites, served for 2 (at no extra charge). We shared a bottle of Oberon Cabernet 2021, a great value at $55. For desserts, we had the Armenian Almond and Orange Cake as well as the flourless dark chocolate mousse cake with raspberry coulis. Both were outstanding. Our server was congenial and attentive and gave us the time between courses to have private conversation and to enjoy our visit. We will return! read more

The food was delicious and plentiful. The atmosphere is pretty classy as well. I had the clam chowder (GF) and it was really smooth as well as flavorful. I also split a steak flatbread and it was very cheesy, hot and delicious. I will definitely go back. read more

They can accommodate vegan requests (not dessert) but it's not a memorable experience. The service was lovely and the restaurant had a nice vibe. I wouldn't clamor to go back but could make it through a meal if needed read more

Get the burger!! It is flame broiled and not a preformed patty of questionable proteins. The smell of the char is enough to elicit overactive salivary glands. Not kidding. It is that good. The fries? Eh, and best. Not hot, not crispy, but passable. The ambiance in the bar area is kind of cool, but in desperate need of music. The searing is comfortable, but the lack of welcoming sound is definitely something to be improved upon. The service is quick, but not really welcoming or warm. The food kind of makes up for the lacking attributes, but not quite enough. read more

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great location lovely environment nice service food is mediocre- tasteless had the salmon/ poor quality fish prepared with no seasoning. ughhh could not/ would not eat this! left HUNGRY flat breads were pretty but also pretty bland no one needs food like this!! read more

The restaurant/bar has a lot of comfy seating options which would make this a nice spot to get drinks. However, I would not come back for the food. We decided to try their salt n pepper squid ($15), cigara borek ($10), Nublue burger ($21), and shrimp scampi pappardelle ($28). The salt n pepper squid was okay, it just tasted like the typical calamari you get at an Italian restaurant. I didn't taste too much pepper in the breading and the sauce that it came with tasted like a standard spicy mayo. The squid itself was very tender, though. I loved the flaky crust on the cigara borek but the cheese filling was wayyyyy too salty! The Nublue burger had a very juicy, well-cooked patty, but unfortunately underseasoned. Most of the flavor and saltiness in the burger came from the bacon. The bun was also extremely dry and tasted stale. The pappardelle was too soft for my liking. The sauce tasted like pure butter and garlic which was good but I wished it was just a tad bit saltier. The highlight of the dish was the shrimp which were plump, tender, and perfectly seasoned. At the end of our meal we felt that the restaurant did a great job at preparing meats/seafood but most dishes would benefit from adjustments in the seasoning. read more

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I've spent a ton of time in Harvard Square over the years but I admit I didn't know this was here. We walked in for a drink and some nosh on a Thursday night after a thing. The place was nearly empty -- maybe ten parties -- but we were welcomed. There's a lot of seating and a gas fireplace. We sat at the bar where the marble(ish?) top was warm and lit by yellow lights. There were two TVs and a few people down bar. Bartender was busy but also attentive to us the whole time we were there. Drinks were good. We both ordered a mezcal cocktail (Fumo Nuevo) that was spicy jalapeno infused and very very tasty. (Yes, that's two verys.) The bartender said he himself had invented it. That kind of moment transforms a place from corporate to boutique where the people who work there are invested. They also have a good whiskey selection. The food menu is varied. My friend and I shared a pretty standard burger, which they split from the kitchen with two plates and two loads of fries. No fuss. No upcharge. It was advertised with jellied onions (or some such), which were good, but it also came with standard (and cold) accoutrements such as pickles, tomatoes, etc. We didn't make any substitutions but I'm sure that the kitchen would make it to preference, given how they split the order for us. The fries were good. read more

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We wanted to come to this place because the pictures of the inside looks nice. We had reservations on a Saturday night and got seated immediately upon entering. The ambience in the restaurant was pleasant. Our waiter was great and attentive. The food was quick to arrive upon ordering. Appetizer We got the Winter Squash Arancini and it was a good portion size and the arancini tasted great. The sweet potato puree was also a nice touch if you enjoy sweet potatoes. Entree We got the Risotto, 10oz Strip Steak and a side of Roasted Brussels sprouts. Risotto - the risotto was a decent portion size but lacking a bit of flavor. Not something I would recommend but it is a safe choice. 10oz Strip Steak - The two sides this came with - then au gratin tasted great as a well as the carrots. I ordered the steak medium rare and it was just alright. It was cooked more towards medium/medium-well and tougher/chewier to eat than I would have liked but not something worth bringing up to our waitress in my opinion. Roasted Brussels Sprouts - Nothing special to say about the brussels sprouts. They just tasted like regular brussels sprouts. Not a bad choice as a side dish. Dessert We got the cookie plate chefs. It was just a cookie made in a dish similar to a small skillet with a scoop of ice cream on top. I think the cookie was too thin and a smaller dish could have been used to reduce the surface area of the cookie but also make it more dense. This is a good choice if you like cookies but not something to go crazy over. Summary Overall I liked this place. I would come back here if I am in the area and want to grab something to eat. I would not go out of my way to come here. read more

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Had a lovely time for Dine Out Boston. Everything was tasty. Nicely balanced. From the pork egg roll with the mustardy sauce and side veggies, to the steak tips with chimichurri and mashed yucca, to the profiteroles with coffee ice cream. They outdo themselves with the flavorful fresh ice cream :). They recently renovated the space- the lighting is so cool (like a castle)! We sat outside, and even though it was a busy day the waitress was very attentive and kind. We each did the 3 course restaurant week meal. My friend also got the truffle fries, extra crispy. To start, lobster arancini- yum! Could see the whole lobster pieces. As a main I had the cod with the Kelly crumbs (the chef bakes the bread daily, and that's what they use for the crumbs.) My friend got the steak- which looked great. For dessert, I had the profiteroles, which came with a Mexican chocolate ice cream that was to die for. My friend got the key lime pie pot de creme, which was very light, and not too overpoweringly lemony. Great experience read more

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Good to be back "home". After nearly a three year hiatus, it's good to come back to a place that feels like home. The service is nice, quick and friendly. The food, small menu, is good. The drinks are nice as well. I'd definitely partake and imbibe here again! read more

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We ordered here since it was downstairs of our hotel.. the ordering process was easy. The gentleman taking our order was polite. We ordered two cheeseburgers and a spicy chicken sandwich... the food was not great... the bread on the chicken sandwich was way too small, the chicken was drenched in hot sauce and the chicken itself was flavorless.. the burgers were ok, very dry and bland. The fries were average.. overall, I feel that their food is way overpriced for what you get. read more

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We stopped in for Cappuccinos to go before apartment hunting. The spot is super cute and the breakfast bar looked great. Services was spot on and the coffee, pretty darn good. read more

Nubar is a neighborhood favorite for friends who live close by. We were fortunate to be their guests for a lovely dinner. My salmon was delicious and cooked to perfection. My husband enjoyed his cod on a cedar plank. The service was perfection. Our servers were very attentive. It's not a large restaurant and it has an intimate feel. Highly recommend! read more

Unfortunately, this sad restaurant has been declining over the last two years. When Sheraton renovated the restaurant a few years ago, it had great food and a loyal clientele. I've come to this place repeatedly because of how well located it is, but it is consistently disappointing. Now, there is barely an echo of quality food. Today, I'd say the food was edible, but no better. Most of the dishes were overcooked and obviously so. The prices were ordinary range but vastly overpriced for the mediocre-at-best quality of food. The décor is comfortable and elegant, and the service remains gracious and thoughtful. But I'd prefer to have skipped a meal rather than eat something like this. When will Sheraton wake up and make an appropriate fix? read more

Came for dessert and drinks and was decent for that. Drinks - 4/5. Good cocktails. True Gin Horse well balanced but minimal apple flavor. Also got Nubar Bossa Nova. Dessert - 3/5. Chocolate Mousse Duo and Flourless Chocolate Expresso Torta. Solid but not crazy. read more

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Nice touch. Staff really care and it showed. Mariana took great care to make sure we were taken care of. Great food. Loved the chocolate cream dessert. Thank goodness Lynn shared If you stay at the Sheraton Comander in Harvard square. All will go well read more

This review is for the Nubar vegan menu! First of all props for having this at all. I think that the food and drink at Nubar is delicious. I had the Mezze plate, parmesan fries, and the Chef's Whim (some sort of subtly seasoned artichokes and white beans). The food was light and flavorful, yet felt nutritious. I believe the chef came out to serve me himself! The service was also excellent despite the late dinner that I had (around 11pm). My bartender made an effort to talk and offered and suggestions for local attractions. Definitely one of the best hotel dining experiences I've had so far! I'd come back! read more

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I'm sorry to report such a low rating. Food is absolutely the worst. I ordered the Armenian prix fix special - appetizer was soggy and bottom stuck to plate. I could not chew the Main course lamb - it was way over cooked and full of gristle (like a very bad lamb stew quality meat with 4 1-inch pieces for the prix fix price of $40). Dessert was purportedly with yogurt? There were 3 small cookies that appear to be from a package (think chips ahoy packaged cookies). Servers aren't used to - or trained to - give dining service. I ordered the appetizer for at the table while I had a cocktail and I asked for the main course to go and to be prepared when I was ready to leave (finished my cocktail and appetizer). I received the main course in a to-go box before anything else came. By the time I went up to my room to hopefully enjoy the main course, the restaurant was closed (close at 9:45 - I got there at 9:15) and I didn't trust kitchen to re-open and make another disaster. It was truly one of the worst n meals in 20+ years, sad to report. read more

Nubar is a slightly upscale hotel bar/restaurant. The dim lights, modern decor and fireplace give the restaurant an intimate and relaxing atmosphere. I stay at the Sheraton in Harvard Square multiple times per year. If I am in a rush or needs to have a quick meal, I usually go downstairs to eat at Nubar. The food can be hit or miss. I've had great dishes and less than impressive dishes at Nubar. The variety on the menu is pretty nice. My favorite meals at Nubar are: the Wild Boar & Peach Flatbread, Shrimp Cocktail, Flat Noodles & Beef in a Wine Gravy, and the Mezza Plate. I would recommend avoiding the Sopressata Flatbread. I wouldn't recommend Nubar if you're looking for a fantastic Boston dinner, but it is definitely an above average hotel restaurant! read more

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Nubar is the restaurant located in the Sheraton Commander Hotel just a short walk from the Harvard Square T. Alternatively, they offer parking validation for the lot right beside the restaurant - $10 for 3 hours. We made reservations because the voucher we were going to use required it. Unfortunately for them though, it didn't look like we needed one that night. Service was pleasantly provided by a gentleman with a heavy accent, alongside a few other folk helping with the dishes and such. Under his advisement, we ordered the Grilled Shrimp Tostada, Crispy Corn Tortilla, Charred Tomatillo and Mild Green Chili Salsa, Cilantro, Lime, Crema 12 in addition to the Lamb Merguez and Eggplant Cigar Harrisa, Yogurt, Roasted Cauliflower and Pomegranate Salad 12, both with the spicy sauce specially requested to be on the side. I was a bit underwhelmed by the portion of the appetizers for the price, feeling that by hitting the double digit mark that expectations were higher than were delivered. While the tortilla was nice and crisp, the shrimp arrived cool to the touch. The flavors were good, but the dish all too quickly gone. The lamb cigars on the other hand were warm and crisp and more flavorful a dish, with the roasted cauliflower a lovely addition in taste and contrast of texture. We ended up selecting seafood entrees that evening. The Pan Seared Diver Scallops, Celery Root Puree, Beech Mushroom Sauce, Leeks 25 and the Pan Fried Sunburst Trout, Kale Slow-Cooked with Ham, Sugar Pumpkin, Pecan Sage Brown Butter 22. While the vegetables served alongside the protein at this establishment was a decent sized portion, unlike many another restaurant that prices their entrees in the twenties, my dining companion had voiced his disappointment in his count of the scallops - 1, 2, 3, 4. Yes, they were nicely seared on one side, tender, and tasty, but if only the portion was not so meager. The trout on the other hand was a much more acceptable a portion, with crisp skin, and a generous scattering of nuts. It, however, was unfortunately a bit on the salty side. For my sweet ending, I selected the Lemon Panna Cotta Mixed Berry Compote, Almond Cornmeal Cookies 8. A good choice - it had the melty mouthfeel that I look for, except for that odd milky colored layer on top that had a higher gelatin ratio, with a texture that hinted at that of jello blox. For an ice cream option, they serve Christina's Ice Cream with Fresh Berries 8. The bathroom is found across the hotel's lobby, past the front desk and the elevator. Helpful staff pointed out the way. I'm rounding this review up to four stars because they called me to let me know that my friend had left something behind that night. And when he emailed them about it with his address, they sent it off to him post-haste, much to his great relief. read more

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This is a restaurant in the hotel's ground floor. Nice modern interior decoration and spacious space in the dining hall. One side of the dining hall has big windows to the front door garden. They have a big drink menu and full dinner menu. We had cocktails, cheese board and crab cake as starters, scallop and steak for main dishes. The food is good. I like the cheese board best. The drinks are also nice. Serving sizes are slightly small. Nothing too special on the menu but you can find thins you need. read more

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One of my very favorite Harvard Square dining spots. Interesting selection of food & appetizers. I always eat in the bar area mostly because bartender Jim is so wonderful: recommends dishes, attentive & interesting. Fairly quiet in the bar, too. High top tables in the bar, some w banquet seating (like a booth in one side). Reg height tables in multiple sections in the other room. Usually no reservation needed. Fireplace seating area w low tables is nice, too. Great meeting spot before or after concerts, etc. We stayed in the hotel one March and enjoyed that, too. Lovely room w big windows. Valet parking avail for that read more

Only providing covid rating as this place is pretty good otherwise. Ok, so now Nubar is open PH1...great. But a 110% mark up on food for delivery & service fee, excluding tip? Shame on you and Grubhub! Out!!!! read more

Breakfast food and service are unacceptable. Bagels and English muffins on the breakfast bar are still frozen. So stale the knife does not even cut them. What an awful way to start the day. The customer is assumed wrong. read more

They really blew it for Thanksgiving this year. Seating in the ballroom was wholly unpleasant with rude and condescending wait staff and cold turkey. at $177 for two (including gratuity) this may have been the most disappointing meal I have ever had in the greater Boston area-and I have been a regular visitor to the area since 1984. read more

2 stars for the nice waitstaff. -3 sars for the frozen, processed food that I half-ate. The mashed potatoes should read "powdered potatoes" and the crab cake was a stringy, fried thing. ...and I've money on it that the chowder came out of a huge can. Ok in a pinch? No. Don't be fooled by the cool doorway. Keep walking. read more

Tucked into a spacious corner of the Sheraton Commander, Nubar is the standard mix of expensive design and rich clientele trying to do "trendy". Compared to a number of hotel bars I've frequented, Nubar manages to accommodate both the more "experienced" and sombre drinker, as well as the younger and less affluent bar hopper. This seems to be a direct consequence of occupying a location that straddles Harvard's student population and bourgeois Cambridge. The biggest surprise for me was how affordable the drinks and menu were. Martinis were ~$11, bodied wines were $8 per glass, and there was a wide array of bar snacks and entrees between $10 and $20. I had the caramelized onion, bacon and gruyere flatbread ($11) and a glass of Malbec ($8), while my late-dinner companion had their mezze plate ($12) and a light Pinot Noir ($7). Sitting at the bar, as opposed to the enormous and all-encompassing booths (which seemed popular with the older crowd), we were served quickly and professionally by a couple of knowledgeable bartenders. There were only a handful of other people sitting at the bar, and despite being a Friday night, the rest of the bar was quite sparse too. The food wasn't amazing, it wasn't terrible either. My flatbread was a relatively good size, and everything was cooked appropriately, it just wasn't particularly memorable. The mezze plate was a little better, but had more dipping implements than actual mezze items. My Malbec was yummy, as was the Pinot Noir. Despite the non-memorable food, I had a very pleasant evening. It's so nice to find a bar that isn't crowded on a Friday night, and my dinner companion and I were able to talk for hours without disturbance. If you fancy a swanky drink at non-swanky prices, head to Nubar: don't expect mind-blowing food, do sit at the neon yellow bar (see pictures) and don't feel rushed to leave. read more

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Nubar is a cleverly disguised posh hotel bar in Cambridge. I say 'clever' because like meeting and falling in love with a gold-digger in Vegas : you wake up sorry in the morning buying that dame a drink. That sentiment resonated upon leaving Nubar. Sure it's a modern looking lounge/bar/restaurant with a sleek and inviting fireplace and bar, but reality hits when you starting sitting down. Service: Terrible. It was very crowded that night in the bar area, but the dining area seemed to be moderately filled. I'm not sure that should really excuse the sorry service but rather explains it. Each part of our meal took quite a while to get too - at least 20-30 minutes between the appetizer and the main course. Also, the waitress (when she did come by) only filled my husband's water - not mine. I guess she thought mine was ok? I'm okay with filling my own water but I thought it was strange . . . Anyway, the running thought in my head was "I had better service at the 99 or really fill in the blank, causal dining restaurant establishment". Fees on top of terrible service : Yes, I decided I should make this it's own category. It was my birthday and my husband had brought me a cake. The host politely told my husband that there would be a cake cutting fee, which my husband was okay with paying. I did not know about the fee until the bill came but I still thought it was way too high. They charged $5 PER slice of cake. Lesson learned: don't bring your cake there. Also, we were only a party of two and the establishment came out with the bill and tacked on the 18% gratuity on it. Did you think you deserved automatic gratuity? No wonder the servers don't hurry their butts to our tables, they knew that they would already get a tip! Food: Meh. I got the salmon which was overpoweringly greasy. My husband got a steak which he did enjoyed. I thought the portions were small for the price. Luckily, it took so long for them to get our entrees we had devoured the bread and our appetizers. We had arancini balls with pork belly which were underwhelming despite it's fanciness. The truffle fries were yummy. It seems the menu may just have hits and misses for me. We didn't partake in any libations so perhaps that is more of the highlight of this place. The plus that it looks like a nice place to get a drink. Other than that I thought the price was too high considering that neither the food or the service was worth it. Even if you are still considering to go, I would look out for a groupon/living social. My husband and I having a groupon/living social was the only reason that got us into this place. read more

A few of my friends and I purchased a Groupon for this restaurant some time ago and came here on April 7th to use it up. The deal was pretty simple. 3 course meal for 4 people for a set price - I think it was $90. The service was terribly slow. Instead of bringing us water like most restaurants would do, they just left the bottle on our table for us, which is no trouble and sometimes better since we know when we will be done with it. But, alas, it didn't work out quite so well, as the bottle was empty for awhile and no one has come to refill it. The meals took a very long time to come out. For appetizers, we ordered the crab cake, which was only 1, served with asparagus and tangerines. We also got the Calamari, which came with grilled bread sticks and chick peas in a soup base, a margherita flatbread and a sausage and basil flatbread. Out of these, the calmari was pretty tasty, and the sausage and basil had flavor. The other two dishes were bland and just didn't do it for us. For entree, we ordered: Salmon - served on a bed of vegetables in a cream based sauce. The size was ok. It wasn't big but was a bit tiny. It couldn't have been more than 4 oz. I suppose that's correct portion in accordance with regular diets. pan fried scallops - served on a bed of diference veggies, which also included mushrooms and potatoes. Steak frites - medium rare with a side of watercress and fries. it was a weird mix to say the least. The watrcress was bitter and obviously served cold as it's supposed to be a salad but there was no dressing for it. the fries were pretty good but we didn't finish it. Duck - was served on a bed of corn based veggie, exactly what, couldn't remember but do recall it tasted very good. It had the most flavor but unfortunatley, the duc didn't. While the food was somewhat ok, we all thought it was way over priced for portion size and not worth the regular price but with the Groupon, it was defiitely a better deal. For Dessert: Strawberry pound cake, cheese, fried fruits and nuts Chocolate espresso bean torta Flan/gelatin and cookie While the food was so-so, the service was slow, the ambiance was nice. The noise level was good where you can carry a conversation and don't have to yell across the table. I think one of the only reasons we had so much fun that night was because of the company we were with, otherwise, it would have been hard to pass the time since we were there for over 2 hours, just for dinner. read more

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Dropped into Nubar for dinner while in town for business. Sat at the bar, restaurant was pretty packed. Service was very good and the food was excellent. Definitely a place to stop by if you are in Cambridge. read more

Service was great, the space is beautiful (quite high-end, tbh), and it's conveniently located. But I wasn't impressed at all by the clam chowder and cappuccino I ordered. The chowder seemed lumpy and very lukewarm, like it was left there for a while and then microwaved. read more

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Really enjoyed my dinner here. I opted for the tuna BLT and I was not at all disappointed. It had a fried green tomato on it which was different and it really added a nice crisp to the sandwich. You're able to pick a side and I was able to get half salad and half fries. It was honestly like having two full side dishes. I wasn't able to finish all of it and I'm one who could really eat. That's how big the portion was! read more

The food was passable, but the ambience was really bad. The acoustics are very poor, so if anyone is having a drink there and sneezes, it will ricochet across the faux marble and cheap pergo floor like thunder. Really, put up some rugs or tapestries. I can't pay this much money not to hear the people I'm dining with. read more

I've had two events for grad school here and been less than impressed with the food each time. Before discussing the food, it's important to note this place is pretty. It has great loungey areas and a nice bar. The location is great in that it's a little tucked away from the rest of Harvard Square, which means it's less packed and inevitably a bit quieter if you're actually trying to have a conversation with someone. They host a lot of groups because of their proximity to Harvard. They have a nice corner room they can tuck your group away in which is cozy and nice in the midst of the chaos of a lot of people coming in for lunch. But the buffet we keep having confuses me. I'm not sure if it's my program asking for these strange combinations but I feel like if nubar respected itself as a restaurant, they might not let us get a buffet of French fries, Greek tomato salads, red curry and a random assortment of dessert bites at the end. Maybe it's that Nubar is cheap and we go there precisely for their mediocre food, and while I've never been for a meal on my own, the lackluster offering in their small buffet meals doesn't make me want to. TLDR; There are much better places for a drink or a meal in the area. read more

I visited this restaurant on Monday and let's just say everything but the service was great. The ambiance was great, it really is a nice and welcoming restaurant, with the little lounge area in front of the fire place. The food was amazing. I had the fish sandwich, very tasty and filling. I just wish the service was better, might make me think twice before coming back. It wasn't that busy at all and waitress was so inattentive it was mind boggling. I think I had to repeat my order about 6 times, and trust me it wasn't that difficult. Then once we did get our food, she was nowhere to be found. We saw her once when we got our food and then when I literally had to go find her in order to pay the check. If this reaches Nubar management, please work in training your staff to be more attentive. read more

The food was pretty good here. I didn't like the lighting because it was very dark and was hard to see. Also, the portion sizes were pretty small. The burger was pretty good though. However, it was not amazing. It's a good lounge space for meetings and drinking with friends. However, I would not recommend getting food here, because it will not leave you full. read more

Boring food. Save your $ for a restaurant that knows how to use any spice, even salt, to bring the entrees to life.

Thank god they were still open when we checked into our hotel. Our flight from MSP was delayed by an hour and they didn't server dinner on our flight. Well, technically we could have bought dinner but I'd rather wait than endure airplane food, unless it's first class cabin fare. The clam chowder was rich and flavorful. Duck confit flatbread seemed a little burnt but it was still edible. Was a big fan of the pulled pork burger and the fries seemed pretty standard. Overall, a nice late night meal. read more

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