100/10 experience here, food and drink are both amazing! The staff is so friendly and…read moreknowledgeable! Don't be afraid to ask questions about the menu! They have an amazing cocktail menu along with a cocktail and martini of the day! Very exciting to see the creative freedom from the team! The mussels are to die for! You can tell the menu is very well thought out, I will be back to try more! The entire place is just a great vibe! Truly a gem worth trying and will leave you wanting to come back for more!! Thank you for the amazing experience to everyone there!

I have truly never been disappointed by the drinks or the food at Emerald Lounge! The vibes are…read moreawesome - perfect for catching up with friends or a more intimate hang out and the food is delicious. LOVED the chips and dip and I don't think I have had anything I don't like. 10/10 recommend this stop if you're looking to try somewhere new in st paul! Vibes, food, and service are all top tier.

This place is AWESOME. I just went to a concert Friday night and couldn't have been more…read moreimpressed. I emailed ahead regarding the need for a spot to sit due to recent spinal surgery. Tanner responded very quickly and assured me it would not be a problem. Upon arriving the staff was fully aware of the situation and very accommodating AND made me feel welcome. The venue itself is beautifully decorated and feels relaxing. The sound was great. Im very much looking forward to coming here again.

hate to say they do not like people dancing or participating in any events. the lovely manager…read morehannah will graciously steal beverages and poor a few on you if you end up coming in! lovely place for anyone not over 21 !! don't let the coked out owner cursed you out !

This is specific to the Bloomington (Southtown Drive) location…read more I wanted to give it five stars.....BUT.... First the positive. The staff is just amazing. I could write an entire review naming all the individual security, door people, servers, managers, and bartenders that are all top notch but it's basically everyone! I mean they do a tough job but always professional and with a smile and even when they are slammed busy the servers and bartenders and security are still very polite and professional. On weekends the music / DJ can be hit or miss. I've been there with some amazingly great DJ's playing and dance floor packed and other nights....well not so much. The food and appetizers there are really good. In six plus years of me going there I've heard ONE person a single time make one semi-negative comment about their food. It was that he thought his hamburger was a little greasy. He still ate the entire meal, he just said that after. Every other person I've seen for more than half a decade eating there has been happy or thrilled with their meal or appetizer! The pool, darts, video games area gets busy and good crowd. The pool and dart machines are usually in good shape and busy. As far as the negative, the drink prices are on the high side ($7 for a domestic bottled beer, and a Vodka drink is $12 or more). I know several people who quit going there because drinks got too expensive. The second issue, is the carpet in the pool and dart area that is worn down to the padding and is sticky to walk on which is not an attractive quality for a food service establishment. If I had the owners/GM's ear I'd say you get a high five and pat on the pack for hiring great staff all around, doing a wonderful job on the food. I'd encourage you to lower drink prices and put in some new carpet in the gaming area.

This is a fun sports bar type place with a rustic interior that matches the outside. Old…read moremotorcycles are placed around the restaurant, along with metal buffalo sculptures. I stopped by for dinner on a Tuesday and it was pleasantly busy. My server Addison was right there to answer questions about the menu. I (of course) ordered the Reuben and three sides. I expected the sides to be small and I was surprised at how large they were. And they all were outstanding. The onion rings were large, thick, and crispy. A side order has about a dozen rings. The crock of mac & cheese has a delightful kick and when I asked Addison about it she said they make it with their queso. The bowl of Cowboy beans also has a kick and a nice smokiness. While I was eating, both managers - Amy and Jeff - stopped by to see how I was enjoying my meal, which was nice. Finally, the Reuben. I was pleased to see the corned beef was shredded but unfortunately it was very dry and tough. I wanted to cut one half into two pieces but I couldn't with my table knife. The flavor was good, the marble rye nicely grilled. It could have used a LOT more sauerkraut because the meat:kraut ratio was meat heavy. Overall a delicious meal but next time I'll try one of their burgers.

First of all I'm a big Marriott fan and bonvoy business member etc. I used points to secure my room…read moreas it was only a one night stay before we flew out the next morning, early. I did not get any upgrade and I'm titanium elite, so that was unexpected. My room was ok. The towels were over washed and you just dread drying off to that sandpaper. They really need to up their towel game and provide luxuriously soft towels. The shower is great and then the towels just suck. The bed was comfy but the headboard had some serious damage. The coating was rubbing off which became sticky and was trapping my hair and pulling it out. The room would not cool. We arrived at 6pm and the thermostat was set to 72 yet the room was 77?!? We set it to 66. At 3am it was only 72. By 6am it was only 71. The AC kept turning on and off. I don't know why it turned off when it NEVER reached goal temp. We had dinner in the restaurant which will be a separate review. However- the lobby restaurant is what you use when you're dining- and the bathroom was absolutely ATROCIOUS. It was so bad- I went straight to the hotel desk to inform them of my disgust. The women's bathroom had three overflowing trash cans- filled with paper towels and fast food/takeout cups and bags etc. The first stall was in use, so I tried the second one- nope. FULL OF DIARRHEA. The third stall, ALSO FULL OF DIARRHEA. The fourth stall had a toilet seat cover on and was full of used toilet paper. Why are the automatic flushers not flushing? The last stall also had some lingering toilet paper but at least did not have chili corn brown diarrhea in it. I was afraid to touch anything since there's a diarrhea epidemic on the news. So you can see why I ran straight to the desk to let them know their cleaning was non existent. What a complete lack of oversight by the management. Is this the reputation that JW Marriott wants??? I let them know the bathroom was a health hazard and an emergency and needed attention right away. Their apology was weak, saying I could go upstairs to the second floor to use the restroom. I told them I'd rather go up to my room on the 14th floor. Their response was disappointing. They did clean up the bathroom, as I checked while using it after dinner, before going to the mall of America. The concierge lounge was a nice perk with my loyalty status but on Friday and Saturday it is closed other than for a bowl of fresh fruit, a mini fridge of sodas, bottled waters and a fancy coffee/tea machine. They don't even let you in to access the candy. Parking was easy. We self parked which is $27 plus tax and there's an elevator that takes you straight to the lobby. We enjoyed the easy access to mall of America. The gym looked spacious, with lots of equipment. The indoor pool has no hot tub. There were screaming kids running around the pool so we decided to forgo it. The restaurant will be a separate review- it was great. The lobby bar looked good- a little different food menu than the restaurant. The room itself, 1413, had a large spacious barroom and a nice lounge chair. City view was meh. Appreciated the Nespresso machine with the complimentary bottled water. Small mini fridge. Robes appear nice (we didn't use them). The bathroom soaps were great! They didn't smell too manly like most hotels. Pillows were the best thing in the room. Bed was pretty good too. But the room was too hot and the towels were ruined. I did appreciate their QR code where you can order room service or amenities such as champagne, local beer trip? Cheese board, dessert, a teddy bear etc- that's a really nice option for stays more than 1 night (needs 24 hour advance notice). I would not stay here again. This mall area has multiple other hotels and I believe the intercontinental at the airport is the nicest hotel in the area. For a JW Marriott, I was verydisappointed.

This is my favorite hotel in Minneapolis! I wont stay anywhere else now after my experience here…read more Great staff, easy parking (not like another place I stayed at!) and its connected to the mall. My only regret is not staying here longer. I wouldve skipped the marathon in Duluth to spend more time here!!!

Such a great spot! It's ticked back in an industrial park and we visited around 10 on a Saturday…read more There were a few customers still hanging out but the bartenders said it was fully packed earlier. The space is big and they have live music on the weekends. We sat at the bar and grabbed a Mexican old fashioned and a Shut up and Take my money. Both were delicious! Not overpowering and nicely blended. I grabbed a tequila honey bee as well which was nice but not as good as the first two drinks. We also tried their Thai chili pepper vodka in a one night in Bangkok. I was worried it would be too spicy based on some other spicy liquors I've tried but it was the perfect amount of heat and blended nicely in the drink. It would make an excellent Bloody Mary! Service was top notch. You order in a QR code but we sat at the bar and had fun talking with Lauren and Christine. They were so helpful and outgoing and it was a nice way to end the night. We waked away wondering when we could make a return and bring friends! So glad we decided to stop.

Such clever recipes! Friendly, knowledgeable staff. Delicious drinks. Nice space. Plenty of off…read morestreet parking.

Very impressed with this restaurant! Firstly, the service was OUTSTANDING....John at the bar is…read more(now) a friend of mine (has to throw out the Piano Man reference) and he gave some of the best service I've ever had. He made the best tasting "Painkilla" drink I've ever had to boot! Food was great too. Had the BBQ beer can nachos which come out in a canister that they plate right in front of you (very cool). Definitely underrated and would recommend this if you are in the area, and ESPECIALLY if you are staying at the Doubletree.

Staying at the hotel and ordered to go. Black n Blue Steak Salad is fantastic. Steak was cooked…read moreperfectly at medium. Key lime pie - well, not so fantastic. Prices are a little higher for the quality of food - but the service was nice and good about having the order ready when I was done with my workout.

Sublimely fantastic in every way. The bartender was amazing, the selection of whiskeys phenomenal,…read moreand the cigars were terrific. I can't wait to go again!

Burn has been my go to for a few years when it comes to cigars. James has been great with helping…read moreme out when I have questions. I am still new to the cigar scene and don't smoke them a lot. The shop is very welcoming they have comfortable chairs and a few tv to watch. They always have a good selection of newer blends.

I really wasn't sure what to expect when we came here for the first time, it's tucked away and…read moreunassuming on the outside. But when you walk in, the vibes are immaculate. The bartenders are friendly, the drinks are unique + delicious, and there's clearly regulars that help shape the atmosphere. I can't wait to come back and play (free!) pool!

This is a beautiful place to have a drink. Dampfwerk is a surprise. Located in a warehouse in a…read moreneighborhood of railroad tracks and concrete block, the Dampfwerk Distillery hits you with elegance and sophistication once you enter. It's a "Through the Looking Glass," experience. It's like imbibing in your wealthy uncle's basement bar. Known for its aperitifs, Dampfwerk requires navigation. Izzy and Wyatt were our navigators and bartenders. They were great. Everything we tasted was refined, delicious and special. Dampfwerk would be unique anywhere in the world. This is a place to surprise friends and guests from out of town. By the time I arrived at Dampfwerk, I was already tipsy from spending time at another distillery. (My spouse does the driving, thankfully.) Thus, I can't remember what I drank, but I know I had a great time.

Walked in on a busy tuesday night surprisingly diverse menu.. Gin and tonic Is a Feature and it is…read morea perfect GT.. The food show promptly nicely displayed and delicious

This is the lounge of an actual Spanish hotel chain. From location to location the quality varies,…read morebut this is a good one. They have an off menu burger that's really good. Also, if you've never tried Spanish sherry and you like dry wines (not sweet), it's worthwhile to give one of theirs a try. Things to try: Apple & Manchego salad Warm olives Flatiron steak Off-menu burger Warm salted caramel cookie and macaroons The Smoked Manhattan 45th Parallel Sour Oloroso sherry Nice chill ambiance here. Great bar crew. Definitely worthwhile place to hang out. Drink too much? Grab a room.

My daughter and I were excited to finally try this restaurant in my new neighborhood after walking…read moreby it countless times. Since we didn't have a reservation, we arrived early and were pleasantly surprised to be seated right away. From the moment we walked in, we loved everything about the place. The décor is beautiful, the ambiance is warm and inviting, and the staff was fantastic. The menu offers so many great options, and the cocktails were even better than expected. Our server, Rosie, provided excellent recommendations, and we genuinely loved everything we ordered. They also offer a great happy hour until 6 PM, which is a nice bonus. Overall, it was a wonderful dining experience, and I highly recommend giving it a try. One small note: We didn't realize a 20% gratuity had already been added to our bill. That's partially on us for not catching it on the credit card slip, (we tipped in cash) but I do think it would be helpful if servers mentioned it when presenting the check. I typically prefer to tip in cash, so on our $62 tab, we ended up leaving a $34 tip. Even with that little surprise, we'll absolutely be back. The food, drinks, service, and atmosphere were all worth another visit!

We were in the area and finished with work sooner than planned. My daughter asked for oysters and I…read morefound this restaurant, plus they have oysters on their happy hour menu! Located in the area by the private colleges, they have a small parking lot on the right. Inside of the restaurant is colorful and dimly lit. I see the restaurant is known for craft cocktails and was excited to try. We sat in the front room since we didn't have reservations, I would recommend for party of 4 people or more.