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    Red Rabbit Minneapolis

    4.4 (1.1k reviews)
    ModerateItalian, Pizza, Bars
    Open • 11:00 am - 10:00 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Chicken Parmesan over Bucatini Alfredo.
    Rony M.

    On the fourth day of my first visit to Minneapolis, my buddy JJ and I embraced Minnesota Nice mantra and invited Matthieu, a newfound bar friend, to a Twins game. We all slept through first pitch, but that didn't stop us from ordering combo platters of shots and beers. Three hours of baseball and day-drinking can take a toll on a man, so Matthieu proposed an after-party at his favorite eatery, Red Rabbit. The hostess seemed surprised when three guys in full baseball regalia requested a lunch table, but she welcomed us and honored our request to sit far from any families or members of the clergy. Matthieu came out swinging suggesting a hard-to-find AleSmith Nut Brown Ale. He paired it with the Burrata Grilled Toast, topped with micro basil, pesto, and roasted tomatoes. The toast inspired such devotion that we divided the final piece into thirds like diplomats negotiating a peace treaty. Some Minneapolitan-Neapolitan cultural exchange was clearly at work in the Garlic Bread Cheese Curds. This layered appetizer starts crunchy, turns puffy, and finishes with the curds' satisfying squeak. It needed marinara about as much as Joe Mauer needed Justin Morneau, but the sauce still improved the experience. Before you alert the pizza police, PB&J Pizza stands for pineapple, bacon, and jalapeño. This Hawaiian-adjacent combination hits close to home because it mirrors my preferred PP&J: pineapple, pepperoni, and jalapeño. I may have to add it as a favorite in the Papa John's app. The Vodka Rigatoni with Meatballs arrived creamy and light on the Calabrian chili. I would have added Italian sausage for more punch. Still, JJ had only recently graduated from tri-color Bomb Pops to gelato, so the milder approach probably suited him. He cleared his plate, which settled the argument. Then things started to slide. Our server, whose identity I'll protect, was mostly professional and attentive but sometimes appeared overwhelmed. Trouble began with the Cheese & Salami Board. When he tried to upsell me to the large, I naturally asked which cheeses and salamis it included. "Um... salami from Italy, cheese, nuts, olives, and chocolate," he replied. I skipped the CliffsNotes and moved on. I wasn't spending nearly $40 on mystery salami, bar nuts, and another serving of burrata. Every dish up to that point had cleared the fence, so we expected another home run from the Chicken Parmesan. Unfortunately, it arrived soggy, as though someone had forgotten it under the broiler. Only the edges that escaped the cheese and sauce remained crispy. While my buddies mauled the accompanying Bucatini Alfredo, I ordered a Gluek's gluten-free Cream Ale. The first sip made me wince. JJ, who has watched me enjoy tablespoon-sized bumps of Sevruga caviar, immediately noticed. He took a sip and responded with a tongue-scraping motion. Not one to be left out, Matthieu sampled it and reported, "I see where all the discontinued pennies went: into making this beer." I flagged our server, who carried the beer to the bartender, who sniffed it, inspected its color, then poured a comparison taste of Metal High Life from the draft. He declared the Gluek palatable, and sent the verdict back through our server. I didn't care if the President of the American Brewers Guild had personally pinned a gold medal on it. The beer tasted like a fistful of loose change, and no diner should need expert testimony to prove that. Seeking a palate cleanser, we ordered the Spritz Tree, or flight, featuring Campari, Hugo, Midnight, Watermelon, and Tequi... "THAT'S FIVE!" the server snapped. We responded with three raised eyebrows. Fine. The deal included four spritzes for $50, not five for $40. Maybe I had developed late-onset dyslexia. Maybe the $2 Twins Pils from earlier had finally entered the lineup. After that frosty exchange, our server kept circling the table to ask whether we needed anything else. You couldn't have fit a toothpick among the plates and pours, so I interpreted the check-ins as a not-so-subtle suggestion that we continue our Minneapolis mayhem elsewhere. Waiter fatigue aside, Red Rabbit delivers playful food, inventive cocktails, and enough Twin Cities character to warrant a return visit. We left without conquering as much of the menu as I had hoped, but that gives me a solid reason to come back.

    florentine omelette
    Emilee K.

    Red Rabbit brunch is 10/10 every single time! The mimosa flight is cute and fun to split with a group, or all for yourself, whatever you choose ;) You have to order the breakfast pizza otherwise you're doing it wrong. I am not typically an omelette girly but I ordered the florentine omelette and omg it was soooo good, especially with the hashbrowns. My friends had the piadina which also looked incredible.

    Breakfast pizza
    Jami W.

    One of my favorite spots for brunch in the city for any occasion! We had friends in from out of town and brought them here for brunch before a Twins game and they loved it! The service is always great and they have been so creative with fun drinks and menu items like mimosa and espresso martini towers and girl dinners. They have ample indoor, bar and patio seating for whatever your heart is feeling. We always always always get a breakfast pizza for the table. This is a MUST. I do miss that they don't give out an appetizer mini donut to start but glad to see they remained on the menu. I ordered a mimosa tower to share and some friends had coffees and a the screw up which were l tasty. The towers are so cute and fun. Some items we ordered and loved were the Florentine omelette (the fontina hash browns were the star), the wood fired pancake (wow one of best I've had), and the piadina which was the perfect amount of spice. Always a staple spot and never misses!

    Burrata
    Elodie T.

    I've come to Minneapolis a few times for work now and Red Rabbit has been a place that I have to stop by at least once. There's a cozy, friendly environment and they have excellent food and drinks. During my latest visit to Minneapolis (June 2026), I arrived late on a Sunday night and stopped by, and was pleasantly surprised by their Girl Menu - $20 for a small caesar salad, rosemary fries, vodka pasta and a hugo spritz. Honestly, a fantastic deal to me! I did supplement with some fried cheese curds, although those ended up tasting too heavy/oily for my personal taste. I've enjoyed their other appetizers and pizzas with coworkers, but what I've come to love (and hate because I may have had one too many) are their House Martini - I love the presentation and the way you can spritz a bit more of whatever is in that spray bottle (I was told, but I can't remember exactly what it was- possibly just the vermouth for whatever amount you want?). There's even an extra bit they keep in a small carafe to top yourself off when you're done with the drink in your coupe! Absolutely favorite martini in recent memory. I think I will be scheduled to visit again next year and will definitely stop by again!

    Phil G.

    I'm picky, and so I can't give Red Rabbit five stars, but I liked it. My wife and I were scouting our new neighborhood before we move, and chose Red Rabbit for lunch. Interestingly, it's one block east of what has been our North Loop border, which has been 3rd Avenue. Why we placed an iron curtain on 3rd Avenue is beyond me. The bar was pleasant and fun on a weekday afternoon. My Espresso Martini was good, and the beer selection will make most people happy. I thought my Caesar salad was great; the taste came through without any need to deconstruct that many restaurants feel inclined to do. Our grinders were good, but there was too much stuff on them to call the sandwich a New England grinder; the name is more marketing than reality. Our server/bartender, Aiden, was engaging and fun. He's the kind of server every restaurant should have. We will return to Red Rabbit when we move to the North Loop in August. I can't wait.

    Chocolate Cherry Martini
    Ashley B.

    Every now and then I take myself out for a little shopping, thrifting, eating, and drinking on a random weekday in the middle of the month. After a full day of thrifting, I decided it was time for dinner, and after passing this place for years, I finally decided to stop in. I was seated at a charming table for two. The interior had the vibe of a historic building, with brick, vaulted ceilings, and large windows. I ordered the Amatriciana from that day's specials menu along with the chocolate cherry martini. Typically I don't like sweet drinks, but this was fantastically balanced. As sweet as it was, it packed an equal punch. It felt decadent and sinfully delicious. The pasta itself was perfectly cooked, and the sauce was well made, with bits of fatty, crispy pork adding a rich, well-developed flavor. I parked on one of the downtown streets and walked about a block to the restaurant.

    Girl dinner
    Ashley P.

    Red Rabbit just doesn't miss! Me and my girl friends went for their $20 "girl dinner" and were so glad we checked it out! The girl dinner - on Sundays-Thursdays only after 8pm - consisted of a mini Caesar salad, vodka pasta, rosemary fries, and a Hugo spritz. Delish! The portions were about what you'd expect for a deal like this so you know we had to top it off with some dessert. The sticky toffee cake and tiramisu were group favorites! As always, the food is fantastic and the service was good. Parking is about what you'd expect in downtown Minneapolis (paid street or paid lots) but they do have a small parking lot in the back and if you're lucky you may get a spot.

    Panna cotta
    Tuyen D.

    Love the vibes here. Super romantic and sultry with how dark it is. Perfect for date night. It is loud and you are sat real close to other tables but it was still a great time. My friends and I did the girl dinner here and it was so good! We all thought it was the perfect amount of food, we loved that it's a set menu so we didn't have to make any decisions! Pasta, salad, fries and a drink for $20?! In Minneapolis! Great deal! Love that they have sparkling water as an option for no extra charge. We celebrated a birthday here too that night and appreciated the candle from the server. I really hate going to Minneapolis and paying for parking but it was worth it for this night! We just found some street metered parking. Such a fun time! Check it out if you are in the area.

    Girl Dinner
    Michaela S.

    GIRL DINNER IS A 10/10!!!!! $20 for a drink, fries, a salad, and some pasta?? YES PLEASE! Honestly I'd come here every day if I could. I hope they never stop girl dinner. We ended up ordering a couple more drinks and a dessert becuase the vibes were perfect and the deal was so good. Only available after 8 pm!! Service is always great here and the vibes are always perfect. I'm a big Red Rabbit fan!!!

    Calamari
    Mary V.

    Quick date night at Red Rabbit in downtown Minneapolis! We were lucky enough to snag a canceled reservation and were seated immediately upon arrival, despite the restaurant being bustling and busy. I wish we could have enjoyed the outdoor patio as the dining room was a bit loud and dim, but that seems to be part of the restaurant's modern rustic Italian aesthetic. As for the food and service, everything was top-notch. Our order was taken promptly and both our drinks and dishes arrived quickly without feeling rushed. I ordered the spirit-free Lavender Revolution, which leaned a little sweet for my taste, but I still enjoyed it. The burrata was outstanding--light, refreshing, and incredible on the toasted bread. The calamari was equally impressive -- perfectly seasoned, crispy, and tender with every bite. For our entrée, we shared the Vodka Rigatoni with added shrimp and it was absolutely delicious--rich, fresh, and comforting without feeling too heavy. Overall Red Rabbit delivered a fantastic dining experience from start to finish. We can't wait to come back and work our way through more of the menu!

    Vodka Rigatoni with chicken
    Rob K.

    My wife and I went to the Red Rabbit our first night in Minneapolis for dinner. We arrived around 8PM on a Saturday night. We were promptly seated. Our waiter was extremely friendly and attentive. My wife had a salad with chicken and I had the vodka rigatoni with chicken. We both enjoyed our meals. The lack of stars on my end is portion size. The vibe and service were both very good. No bread with my meal and looking at my picture, do you feel that's worth $23.00? I enjoyed my meal but I'd take a gander elsewhere. Definitely a trendy restaurant.

    Vicky L.

    Came here for a work lunch and got to try the shrimp pasta, burrata and beets & burrata. Honestly everything is great quality and the pasta was perfect texture and flavor. Typically I'm not the biggest fan of beets but even the beets & burrata were fresh! Service was a bit slow overall but very nice servers and the back patio vibe is always great especially on a nice summer day in Minnesota!

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    Not too long of a wait for 2 people on a busy Saturday night. Spicy salami pizza was pretty good. Would've been 5 stars, but our waiter had a very flippant attitude directed towards our table, which was not the case with the other tables he was serving in our area.

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    good was a great time as always. Customer serv is excellen. please bring your family

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    favorite restaurant around. Every time I go, I get something different, and I haven't been disappointed yet.

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    Thank you for the amazing review Abby!

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    one of my favorite spots but really want them to bring back the smothered burrito!!!!

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    Thank you for the fantastic review Alex!

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    Exceptional lasagna! Blew my tastebuds away. Their bread is very unique and tasteful. We will be frequent return customers.

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    I've been here a few times and the food is fantastic. We look forward to stopping again. You know a place is good when it's always busy.

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    Is the a Byob option? How much is the corkage fee?

    Hello. You can bring your own wine and we don’t have a corkage fee.

    Do they take reservations?

    No they do not, You;ll be told: no worries as they've seen as many as 25 people around the big size table.

    How is the parking?

    I don't believe there is a specific lot for Red Rabbit which can make it difficult to find parking depending on the day. There is a ton of street parking and lots that you will need to pay for that are close to the restaurant!

    What is the dress code? Is dressing formal going to be out of place?

    You can wear basically anything here and fit in. It's a very laid back environment.

    Is the patio dog friendly?

    Absolutely!

    Is there outdoor seating?

    There is a small patio - I would estimate about 10 actual tables + 2 large sectional couches that are usually open seating. Most tables also have umbrellas so you can typically find shade if you want.

    Is red rabbit a chain?

    Thanks for the question! We are not a chain. We have the same owner as Red Cow (3 locations) but we have just the one Red Rabbit location!

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    In a nutshell: expensive prices, small portions, lacking flavor…read more Everything was good, not great. The standout to me was the complimentary freshly baked warm bread they serve after you order your drinks. It would have benefitted from salted butter though. Moving onto our dinner portion, the burrata was yummy but it needed more balsamic and one more slice of grilled ciabatta. The Brussels could have been Caramelized a little longer as they were a little hard when biting into. They were also just sitting in a puddle of honey, so that was the main flavor I was tasting. The pasta dish was so tiny and only has 4 small pieces of chicken. It didn't really have a taste, other than cream. For dessert, we ordered the caramel sea salt custard, seasonal cobbler (peach), and the budino. The standout for me was the caramel sea salt custard, the salted caramel popcorn was a fun crunch amongst the creamy thick custard. My cappuccino was very small, but it was a nice touch to serve it with a little biscotti piece (I would have appreciated a longer piece though). If I'm in the area for a show at the Target Center again or any theaters, I would give them another shot. I would not drive from the suburbs for this though.

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    0.5 mi•Downtown Minneapolis

    Incredible! From the food to the decor, my whole experience at EaTo was amazing. I split the vodka…read moresauce pasta and lemon pesto burrata pasta with a friend and they were kind enough to pre-portion the vodka sauce on separate plates for us which felt like above and beyond service. They weren't able to do that with the burrata pasta due to the burrata ball on top which was completely fine! Both pasta dishes were tasty but the lemon pesto burrata blew me away. Every bite was absolutely incredible and it's such a unique dish that's hard to find somewhere else or replicate at home. I completely recommend giving it a try. The focaccia bread appetizer was also amazing! We added & paid for a few extra pieces to accommodate the size of our group and everyone absolutely loved it. The drinks were also really well done & strong without being overly stiff. They were really well mixed and tasty. Our server was so sweet and helped make the experience so special for us. I cannot wait to come back!

    I've been wanting to try these cheese puffs for quite some time after seeing everyone post them on…read moreYelp. Honestly, that's what got me through the door. I'm not a big pasta person, but I could always go for pizza so we ended up trying a variety of items. We tried the cheese puffs and chicken wings from the happy hour menu. It went until 6pm and you can only order these items from that HH menu. Additionally we tried the wedge salad, and the hearth and honey pizza. It really intrigued me with the rosemary flavor. The waitress was training a new member and both of them were very nice and accommodating. They confirmed my curiosity on our pizza selection and they were not wrong. I'm a huge wing fan, but I'd say the wings themselves were over spiced - we both thought too much seasoning was used. The cheese puffs were really good, but I was hoping for more of a garlic cheese flavor. The pizza was 10/10 and that is the item that would get me to come back. Wedge salad not pictured as I dove right in. It was interesting - it was loaded with a lot of unknown flavors.

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    EaTo - Funky, cool look

    Funky, cool look

    EaTo - Fried gnocchi -good but probably wouldn't get again

    Fried gnocchi -good but probably wouldn't get again

    EaTo - NA hot toddy

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    Dario - Hiramasa Crudo - Calamansi ponzu, gooseberry, yuzu kosho, avocado - super tiny but good - 8/10

    Dario

    4.2(239 reviews)
    0.1 mi•North Loop

    We enjoyed a girls night here! The food was absolutely delicious and our service was great! We…read moreordered 6 pasta and 1 vegetable to share between the four of us. That was the perfect amount of food! If you go when this summer menus is still here, you need to try both pastas that have corn in them!! My favorite was either the Spicy Rigatoni alla Vodka or Parmesan & Corn Agnolotti.

    We came into Dario to celebrate a birthday, and boy am I glad we did. This restaurant ticks all the…read moreboxes. Dario is an absolutely beautiful restaurant. I love the pink and green, and the place settings are gorgeous. Bonus: the team is super fast with clearing and bringing replacements so you always have a clean plate. Add in huge windows that brings in tons of light, and you have one of the most photogenic eateries in town. Dario's beverage menu is wonderful, and I especially want to draw attention to their extensive selection of non-alcoholic options. In addition to house-made sodas and creative cocktails, they have a wonderful list of dealcoholized wines--awesome news for anyone who is looking for a zero proof drink. As for the food, Dario knocks it out of the park with a menu that offers options for all tastes. The menu is designed to share, and the variety ensures that there will be something for everyone. The first two dishes that ai sampled were the Gem Lettuces, which our server described as "a Caesar salad on steroids" and the Morel Mushrooms. The Gem Lettuces were delicious--the zippy vinaigrette was better than any Caesar I have had before, the cheese was a fluffy, savory, and salty delight, and the puffed farro was a pleasing alternative to the usual croutons. Bonus: it's fish-free! I'd say that it's less a Caesar salad on steroids and more what happens when the Caesar salad next door goes off to college and has a glow-up. The morels were served on polenta and complemented with Madeira and tarragon. They came with a confit egg yolk. The presentation was strikingly beautiful, and the flavors pure and harmonious. The morels were cooked perfectly and went beautifully with the wine and tarragon--it was a great dish for spring, and everyone enjoyed the layers of texture and flavor. For our pasta choices, we had the English Pea Triangoli that Lu recommended (thanks Lu!) and the doppio. It's easy to see why Dario is known for its pasta--these dishes were amazing. The English Pea Triangoli was otherworldly: sweet peas, snap peas, onions, mint, and pea sprouts come together with butter to make a nostalgic little bite of heaven. It tastes like spring. Sicilian pistachios add crunch and another layer of sweet and salt, and the lightly steamed vegetables and fresh pea shoots and mint also added layers of texture and freshness. Positively superlative. The Doppio was also gorgeous: one side is filled with ricotta and the other sunchoke. Honey adds sweetness and the hazelnuts toastiness reminiscent of browned butter. The rosemary complemented it all. For my dessert, I had the Earl Gray tea cake. It had a very pleasing crumb and subtle sweetness, and the lemon whipped cream was the perfect accompaniment. The sprinkle of toffee cookie added a lovely caramelized crunch, and the bright acidity of the rhubarb was preserved, making for a juicy and refreshing burst of flavor in every bite. Splendid! Thanks to Dario for a wonderful evening!

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    Dario - Inside, so cute

    Inside, so cute

    Dario - Rigatoni alla Vodka

    Rigatoni alla Vodka

    Dario - Goat cheese salad

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    ie Italian Eatery - MUSHROOM CAPPELLETTI with Chicken

    ie Italian Eatery

    4.3(569 reviews)
    4.7 mi•Nokomis
    •$$

    This is a good local Italian restaurant. We came here with friends and everyone had a good time…read more Our server did a great job of being interactive and helpful in picking food options and wine. We had the scallop crudo and prosciutto by the ounce and both were good. I preferred the crudo. The prosciutto was still good but I have had better. My main course was Trottole and I added chicken and I thought the dish was excellent! I had wine with my meal and it was recommended by the server and had their old fashioned for dessert and thought both were great. There is both inside and outside seating here which is a nice touch and it's attached to dream creamery if you want ice cream after dinner.

    This is an updated review since the Travail group took over…read more Reservations recommended for the weekend, but it was easy to get one. We seated right away quick service on getting us water. Our waitress was very nice and wanted to chat quite a bit which doesn't always happen. The space hasn't seem to change too much updated modern seating and low light and cozy. The food was previously very rich, but has seemed to have gotten richer. Every dish seem to have so much weight and butter to it. 10/10 Mussel: a nice portion and the sauce they are in is completely unforgettable. If you get this, they will box up the sauce and we put it on an entire pound of pasta and it seasoned it very well. The sauce has a nice kick to it and is extremely buttery. 8/10 aranici the flavor of the Arancini was good, but the texture was A+ I do wish the sauce was an acidic tomato sauce as the cheese sauce was just more cheese on the already cheese fritter. 8/10 squid ink pasta: I think the sauce was the same as the mussels, but had some added cream and pasta water, which made the dish very rich and buttery. The shrimp were poached super perfection and were super yummy. The pasta was not too salty and had a great texture. Overall, my stomach was not super happy after this meal, but I can say if you like butter, you need to come here!

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    ie Italian Eatery - Espresso Martinis

    Espresso Martinis

    ie Italian Eatery - Tomato Basil Soup

    Tomato Basil Soup

    ie Italian Eatery - Chocolate Olive Torte

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    Spoon and Stable - Ravioli with duck ragu

    Spoon and Stable

    4.4(1.5k reviews)
    0.2 mi•Warehouse District, North Loop
    •$$$

    I had two excellent meals at Spoon and Stable while visiting for work. I sat at the bar both times,…read morewhere I was treated to excellent service by Nat (I believe) who really went above and beyond. From my perfectly made martini to the final bites of dessert, the meal was fantastic. My favorite dishes I had were the hamachi crudo, pansotti, and jerk swordfish. They have a great selection of wines by the glass as well, and I really enjoyed trying some wines that I'd never had before. The space is light and airy, and the bar is a great place to sit if you're by yourself. If I'm ever back in Minneapolis, this will be my first stop for dinner!

    For smaller cities with less distinguished food cultures this would be a 5 but compared to the…read moreoutstanding options nearby I have to round it down to a 4. Great food, good vibes, and excellent service, but not as special as I had hoped. I brought a client here and we sat at the chefs counter. We enjoyed a range of starters and each had our own main. My biggest sadness is that the halibut was way over salted. The bison tartare was pretty good, and the tomato salad was great. My client loved her pasta. We were both a little disappointed in the squash blossoms special which really felt like a miss (so many great things to do with these... The preparation they chose was weird). The cocktails and wine were excellent and our server was lovely. The view of the kitchen was really fun. Just not as thoughtful overall as I would expect for the amazing reviews I had heard from others.

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    Spoon and Stable - Seating area

    Seating area

    Spoon and Stable - Butter was one of the stars. Whipped and light.

    Butter was one of the stars. Whipped and light.

    Spoon and Stable - Seafood Spaghetti Nero

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    Young Joni - Finally! Tasting my favorite Old Fashioned from my favorite bar tender Adam Gorski!

    Young Joni

    4.4(1.2k reviews)
    1.2 mi•Northeast
    •$$

    I knew that I had to come because the Korean Chef was crowned a James Beard award. So, I had fairly…read morehigh expectations coming in. When my friend and I walked in, we came into a fairly spacious dimly lit space with loads of people inside. We were immediately informed that there would be over 1.5hr wait for a walk-in table. We were given the option to wait for bar seating as it would probably be quicker - and surely, it was. We did have to wait quite a bit, but it was a tolerable amount of time and definitely less than what it would have taken for an actual table. My friend and I decided to share 2 pizza pies as we wanted to get a taste of two different flavors, so we eventually settled on Korean BBQ & Perfect Pickle Pie. KOREAN BBQ As it was created by a Korean chef, it definitely had true authentic Korean flavors. As a Korean myself, I was very familiar with this soy vinaigrette and have tried this on many salad before - so, it was hitting home for me. Also, you can't go wrong with the bulgogi/beef short ribs known to all those who had Korean BBQ before. The combination of the sauces that they use for this pizza is definitely very rich, full of umami. I personally enjoyed it. PERFECT PICKLE PIE This pie was a totally different flavor to the Korean BBQ. It's less rich and maybe can be overpowered or considered more bland compared to other pizza flavors. But when tried together with the BBQ, it balances out the richness of the BBQ with the more subtle/less umami flavors. This pie gives more of a tangy/sour taste that pickles provide and more of a crunch due to the chips that are added on top. The dill is present, but not overpowering. It's a nice low-key kind of taste that people who like pickles will enjoy. Overall, the flavors were very rich in every pizza pie that we had that our mouths were bursting with flavor. It was definitely the most unique pizza toppings that I've had and can see why it's so highly regarded. I can tell that they really are meticulous with their every process and that their pizza guy by the wood fire oven is expertise in what he does. My friend and I walked out quite satisfied and I was honestly more full than I expected.

    We were in MN for 2 nights and someone highly recommended Young Joni. I am so happy we made the 20…read moremin drive and took a chance since we did not have a reservation. As soon as we arrived, they offered the community table which was perfect. I have been raving about the food since we left. The flavor profiles of everything were simply amazing. Every dish felt like an over achiever. Even the gem salad. We had the prawns which are not to miss and the thai sausage. The korean bbq pizza lived up to the hype. Really sad to hear this place is closing. I just hope the chef comes to LA one day!

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    Young Joni - With Ann Kim, Adam Gorski, and my wife Cheche

    With Ann Kim, Adam Gorski, and my wife Cheche

    Young Joni - Brussels sprouts (cipollini onions, pork belly, parm)

    Brussels sprouts (cipollini onions, pork belly, parm)

    Young Joni - The Royale in the foreground and Margherita behind

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    The Royale in the foreground and Margherita behind

    Red Rabbit Minneapolis - italian - Updated October 2026

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