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    4.0 (196 reviews)
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    61 Salted egg with pork steamed rice

    It was my second time at this restaurant. Came last week while on business and stayed at a hotel nearby. First time I was there, I ordered the salted egg with pork steamed rice. It was one of the best pork patties I've ever had! It was soft, juicy, and tender, just the way I like it. I'm from San Francisco and I've never tasted a salted egg pork patty this good even in the Bay Area among all the great HK style / Chinese restaurants. Coming back, I told myself I must go back for the pork patty steamed rice again. Love the HK decor as well, brought back lots of childhood memories. Will certainly be back again to try other delicacies!

    Jenae C.

    Sidewalk kitchen is my favorite in stadium village! Everything I try there is great, and they have good authentic dish options along with Americanized options. We love getting takeout or eating in. The chow fun is my favorite, and the fried milk custard is AMAZING. It's a must try unique dessert. The workers are always nice and there's a parking lot next door.

    18. Beef Chow Fun
    Lu Z.

    I like this place, even though it's not very spacious. During the one hour I was there, I noticed a lot of takeout orders. Parking isn't very convenient--you'll need to find street parking nearby, which is metered unless you park farther away. The menu is extensive! They offer noodles, hotpot, congee, fried rice, chow fun, milk tea, and more. The flavors aren't very spicy, as the dishes are Cantonese-style rather than Sichuan-style. Everything we ordered was absolutely delicious! The waiter was welcoming and friendly. I had a great experience overall. I feel like this is a wonderful spot to bring family or close friends for a tasty meal. However, it's not ideal for a formal dining occasion.

    Arhonda C.

    My reviews pertains to their takeout and delivery services only. I have never dined in. Although, I can vouch that the restaurant appears pretty clean and spacious for adequate searing Pros: Probably one of the best Asian takeout spots I had in the twin cities. The food isn't overly greasy and the meat quality seems a tad bit more superior than other takeout spots. The menu is very diverse, so there is a good balance of authentic cuisine and the American styled favorites. It was easy to order through third party delivery services and easy to order directly through the restaurant. I like the ease of online ordering as well. My food was ready on time each time, and preparation time was consistent Cons: As much as I enjoy the food here, I have noticed some quality control issues. I have ordered the same thing multiple times, and lately, the honey pork sauce has varied in taste and thickness.

    SW4. Sizzling Egg Tofu
    Lauren H.

    Great Chinese Restaurant! One of the only places in the Twin Cities where the food tastes similar to what I experienced in Hong Kong. However, I took away one star because the prices seem higher than the service and ambiance levels provided. But when I crave great Chinese food, this is my #1 choice in the Twin Cities. It's located on the U of MN campus, so parking can be difficult to find (or expensive) during certain times of the year. Here are my family's fav dishes if you need some inspiration: Mom: Sizzling Egg Tofu Dad: Roasted Duck Appetizer Hubby: Everything Me: Golden Fried Garlic Sole Filet Teen Son: Beef Chow Fun Teen Daughter: Walnut Honey Jumbo Shrimp

    102. Pork Chop Stir Fried with Black Pepper Sauce
    Angela P.

    We first visited this restaurant on Monday and were back again on Thursday. No other reason! Simply because we experienced such delicious food that first time, my husband and I were hooked! This time, I ordered the white pepper pork belly hot pot, and my husband ordered the walnut shrimp. We were given complimentary Hong Kong-style lemon tea, which had just the right amount of sourness--not too sweet, not too sour, and very appetizing! Two bowls of white rice arrived with the two dishes! First, I tried the white pepper pork belly soup. It was milky white, rich and mellow! It was fresh, mellow, and full of flavor! And the white pepper had a subtle spicy kick... Along with the pork belly, peas, carrots, and black fungus were stewed. Can you imagine how these ingredients could be so harmoniously combined? These vegetables each contributed their own unique flavors while retaining their own inherent flavors! It tasted absolutely amazing! Then, with a bite of rice, I immediately wanted to ask the chef how they cooked it. Could white rice be this delicious?! I wasn't a big fan of sweet walnut shrimp, but this restaurant had me excited, so I grabbed a piece! To my surprise, the husband across from me had already scooped most of the shrimp onto his plate, and half of his rice too! If I'd been any slower, I wouldn't have gotten to eat any! Each shrimp was huge, crispy, and bouncy, drizzled with a layer of white cream sauce. I savored it again and again, wondering what could have created such a flavor. It was delicious! We still had a lot of work to do! But I couldn't wait to finish it. I savored each bite slowly, letting the ingredients fully absorb and let my taste buds fully savor it. I felt the chefs' dedication, their meticulous attention to detail, and their dedication to quality. The restaurant was packed, but not at all noisy. Most of the guests, like me, were focused on enjoying their food. Yet, it was also vibrant, with the chefs busily preparing each dish. The sounds of stir-frying, the roar of the range hood, and the clatter of dishes plating combined to create a unique atmosphere of life! I shared this with my daughter, a fellow foodie, while enjoying the food. She was ravenous! Her university also has a lot of Chinese restaurants, which was one of the reasons I loved visiting her. But now that I have a sidewalk kitchen, I can see my husband and I will be sitting in more often, trying every dish! And then we'll come back for more of our favorites!!

    42. Salted Fish and Chicken Fried Rice
    Shirley P.

    My partner and I ended up ordering from here through DoorDash, and they have some of the best salted fish and diced chicken fried rice I've ever had. The salted fish is seasoned perfectly with the umami flavor, and the portions were generous. The meat to rice ratio was decent and pretty well distributed throughout. Everything was well packaged, and it makes me wish I dined in because it's already so good taking out. Next time I'm in Minneapolis, I'll make it a priority to come back and check out their other dishes. We saw this place in the morning as we were having breakfast at Hong Kong Noodle, we knew we wanted to check them out for dinner, and we were so happy to find that they're on DoorDash. I'd recommend this place to anyone in the area looking for Chinese cuisine.

    Natalie Y.

    Really enjoyed our visit here at Sidewalk Kitchen. Our family is from Hong Kong and we have lived 20+ years in an area of SoCal that claims to have some of the best authentic Asian/Cantonese cuisine- so to our surprise we found something that even exceeds the quality of many restaurants in LA in the Midwest! We got the Egg with Shrimp Scramble, chicken bowl, and soup/bowl. Everything was tasty and reminded us of real Hong Kong flavors. The iced lemon tea tasted so much like the ones in HK too! To top it off the friendly owner of the place even gave us a free dessert. Can't wait to visit again - especially since it's quite difficult to find really really authentic Cantonese food out here.

    Glenn M.

    Ordered takeout when they first opened for the day. I received my order quickly and when we opened it to eat, we were impressed. The octopus was tender and tasty. The bbq pork and eel was new to us and also very good. The hot sour soup was a very nice addition to a great meal.

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    Cristina D.

    Came to this restaurant after watching the Immersive Van Goh experience at Lighthouse Minneapolis. The restaurant was not packed today like it normally is due to all the students being on holiday break. However, if you're familiar with this restaurant, you know it gets super packed at any other time of the year. I was actually glad that it wasn't packed because that meant I could take my time going through their extensive menu and more importantly, I was able to take my time enjoying what turned out to be a great, tasty, authentic Cantonese dinner. As we normally do in all Chinese restaurants, we ordered family style, ordering our usual dishes that we have grown to recognize and love eating throughout the years. I usually order 1 poultry, 1 meat (either beef or pork), 1 seafood, 1 noodle, and finally 1 veggie dish and plain white rice. However, today I ordered a couple more dishes than usual. For a half order of roasted duck, there was definitely a lot of pieces included to the order. For my veggie dish, I ordered the watercress with garlic. You can never go wrong with any vegetable simply stirfried with lots of garlic. For seafood, I ended up ordering the clams with black bean sauce and deep fried shrimp with crispy garlic and peppers. Both dishes were perfectly seasoned and not over cooked. I ordered the orange chicken last minute because this is my daughter's favorite dish. Their orange chicken was superb because you can really taste the deep orange flavor in the sauce and the chicken was not overly battered like in some places. I know it must've looked like gluttony to the other Asian customers eating in the restaurant. There was definitely enough food on the table for 12 people. But what's better the next day than leftover Chinese food. And with my vacation winding down soon, this seemed like an appropriate time than any to indulge in my last minute cravings. If unfamiliar with the area and searching for Chinese food, there were more than a dozen Chinese restaurants of varying cuisines within a 1-mile radius from University of Minnesota. However, if you're looking for authentic Cantonese food, be sure to give Sidewalk Kitchen a try. Whether you're looking for a nice bowl of noodle soup for yourself or looking to have a family style dining experience, their extensive menu will sure to please your appetite.

    6. Beef Brisket Noodle Soup
    Patrick C.

    I am here in Minneapolis for a week for business travel. While craving for great food within walking distance within the University of Minnesota campus, I have found this gem just taking 3 minutes walking from my hotel. I went the first day eating the beef brisket noodle soup. That was the most authentic Hong Kong taste outside of CA and NY. I went back again on the second day eating chicken and barbecue pork (chasiu) rice, which was very satisfying (ginger paste was even provided adding the flavor upon the chicken). With the full house at 7:30pm, I know this restaurant really rocks. The owners and the servers are very nice. The atmosphere was superb with all the Hong Kong style decorations.

    Sizzling egg tofu
    Ethan H.

    Love coming here! Great ambiance and a menu that has something for everyone. Great portions, ideal for a large group. Very friendly staff as well! Love their sizzling egg tofu dish especially, and their seafood dishes are also stars. Would definitely recommend a visit if you're in the university area!

    48. Honey BBQ Pork with Steamed Rice

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    Coastal Seafoods

    Coastal Seafoods

    4.3
    (174 reviews)
    1.3 mi
    $$

    I was on the hunt for a good lobster roll, and this spot did not disappoint! We visited and spent…read moresome time walking through the market, checking out all the cool things available before heading over to the café, which is located toward the left side of the market. The ordering process was quick and easy since there wasn't a long wait. I ordered the Connecticut Style Lobster Roll (around $36 before tax), and it was delicious! The portion was generous, the lobster was fresh and flavorful, and I definitely ate it way too fast because it was that good. My husband ordered The Coastal Burger and added bacon. It looked good, and he enjoyed it. We also shared some fries (which are ordered separately) and grabbed sodas from Northern Soda Company. Overall, we had a great experience. If you're looking for a satisfying lobster roll, I'd definitely recommend giving this place a try. I'd love to come back again and enjoy the patio space, and get fresh seafood. There was also seating available inside the café.

    From the east coast and I finally found you! Beautiful selection of fresh and frozen seafood and…read morethe store is clean and well organized. The bairdi crab we chose were x-large if not colossal in size and tasted amazing!!! The service is second to none. Thank you to the entire staff working on Saturday, April 11 around 3pm for a perfect first experience. We WILL be back! Petersen Family Rochester, MN

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    Interior
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    Lobster roll- perfect
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    Smack Shack

    Smack Shack

    3.9
    (1.3k reviews)
    2.6 mi
    $$$

    We came here for restaurant week and had a very good experience!…read more Our server was great. Very personable and present without being overwhelming. The ambiance was very nice too. The place was very busy and had a good energy about it. I had the Jambalaya, which had chicken, sausage, and shrimp. It was pretty good and had a nice spicy kick. A good portion as well. Girlfriend had the shrimp etouffee with grits. It was nicely blackened and on a big bed of grits. Also spicy. Friend had the original lobster roll. He was surprised it came on Texas toast and not a roll. But he really enjoyed it. The dessert was a sinlme but delicious Cookit with ice cream. I recommend for restaurant week. And if you like seafood in the form of things like the lobster roll or shrimp etouffee that you don't get other places. I thought the jambalaya was fine but unremarkable. Not pictured here was the lobster mac and cheese. Which was only a small appetizer and I thought underwhelming (also, I don't like corn).

    Smack Shack knows seafood, and the Seafood Paella proves it…read more The Seafood Paella arrives packed with perfectly cooked shrimp, clams, mussels, smoky sausage, and saffron rice that's loaded with flavor. Every bite brings something different, and the fresh seafood really shines without being overshadowed by the seasoning. The portion is generous enough to share, but you probably won't want to. The atmosphere is lively, the seafood tastes fresh, and the kitchen clearly pays attention to presentation as much as flavor. If you're looking for one of the Twin Cities' best seafood dishes, this one belongs on your must-order list. Fresh, colorful, and packed with flavor--Smack Shack delivers every time.

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    Decoration on the wall
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    Smack Wings
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    The Oceanaire Seafood Room

    The Oceanaire Seafood Room

    3.8
    (695 reviews)
    2.2 mi
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    We have been to Oceanaiire several times. Great seafood, but you do pay the price. They have a…read moregreat happy hour in the bar, but over half the items on the menu are the normal bar items and prices, so don't be fooled that you are getting a discount on happy hour. Great staff and great quality food.

    A very elegant dining space to enjoy a fancy meal! Our server, Adrian was very attentive,…read morecharismatic and informational about the many delicious looking options on the menu. The general manager even came over to personally greet each table. We really felt like esteemed guests while dining here. The meal comes with bread and butter and a pickle/olive plate - Nothing to write home about. I wish the bread had been a little bit more elevated maybe like a grilled focaccia with whipped ricotta. I had been eyeing the "Louie" crab cappellini. It came out piping hot and it was so buttery and full of goodness. I do wish there was a little bit more spice to the dish as the butteriness was quite overwhelming. The crab portion was very generous. The crab was 10/10 succulent, juicy, and sweet. The sushi roll was $26 but the portion was quite big and I had a nice lobster flavor. The Filet mignon was cooked to medium rare perfection, and had a nice crust. Overall, a great choice for a fancy meal for celebrating a special occasion. Beware of prices that do add up $75-100/person but the experience was well worth the trip.

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    The Oceanaire Seafood Room
    The Oceanaire Seafood Room

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    Shuang Cheng Restaurant

    Shuang Cheng Restaurant

    4.0
    (454 reviews)
    0.7 mi
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    I reviewed Shuang Cheng previously, and the last time was a bit more than a year ago. In…read morere-reading my reviews, I stand by everything I've said about the excellent consistent quality of the food, the service, and how much I enjoy coming to this restaurant. I truly hope they are around longer than I am. I would hate to find out this was one of the choices no longer available to us. Please read my previous reviews for a more inclusive view; this review focuses only on their lobster. I had previously mentioned that they prices of their lobsters (I love the version with black bean sauce) have gone up tremendously. While true, there seems to have been a subtle change in their pricing strategy. Previously (as of before the pandemic), the lobster was priced by the pound, which is the conventional way of doing it. However, they seem to have two lobster prices. The first one is called "Big Lobster" and they say it's between 2 and 2 and half pounds per lobster. The price of that (as of this review) is $56 dollars, or $28 per pound. That's not really a bad price at all. It's expensive, but reasonable. The other lobster is called "Live Lobster" and is priced $10 less at $46. So the real question is how much does this second version weigh? I ordered the Big Lobster, but they said they were out of it. I asked the weight of the "Live Lobster" but I didn't really get a straight answer, but he seemed to say "about two pounds" which doesn't really make sense because that's the price of the larger, more expensive lobster. But I decided to go for it anyway. As I stated in my last review, I'm guessing this lobster is at least two pounds, based on many years of eating lobster. For this review, I had ChatGPT translate the the Chinese on the menu, thinking it was secret code for "if you can read Chinese, save ten dollars by ordering this version" but AI says the Chinese means "lobster" so if you spoke Chinese, you'd still be mystified. So my recommendation is order the version that is ten dollars cheaper and you may (or may not) be paying $23 a pound. Price aside, I love this version of lobster and it is certainly a better deal than what you would pay at an American style seafood or steak restaurant in the Twin Cities.

    We have not been to Shuang Cheng in a while - it was one of our favorite places for seafood when we…read morewere younger/recent college grads. It was nice visiting and enjoying some of our previously go-to dishes. The soft shell crab made with golden garlic style was as delicious as I remembered, although at a much higher price now ($44+) for the dish. The seafood soup was a nice start to our meal, would have been even better if they had red vinegar. The mapo tofu and eggplant dishes that we ordered ended up being very similar in taste/sauce/seasoning but still pretty good. The service was pretty fast and the staff was friendly.

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    The inside with their new, funky tile floor.
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    5 Spice Softshell Crab
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    Zelo

    Zelo

    4.3
    (1.1k reviews)
    2.3 mi
    $$$

    Amazing service at the bar from the moment I stopped in. The pesto crusted sea bass blew me away…read moreone of the best dishes I've had. The fish was fresh and buttery and the chili beurre blanc sauce was on another level. Upscale seafood restaurant with nice decor and an uplifting vibe inside. Food is great, service is great, and the drinks top it off nicely. Highly recommend. -Mr.

    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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    The Basilica Room
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    Linguini di Mare
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    St Pierre Steak And Seafood

    St Pierre Steak And Seafood

    4.1
    (34 reviews)
    2.8 mi

    St Pierre is the sister restaurant to Bar La Grassa and 112 Eatery, and so far we have been…read moreimpressed by this group of restaurants. St Pierre evokes the classic steakhouse ambiance, with a gorgeous bar area and intimate red leather booths. The service was fantastic; our waiter was attentive, cheerful, and knowledgeable. The other staff were friendly and accommodating as well. We observed that they were playing Kendrick Lamar, but it was so quiet so as not to feel out of place at a steakhouse. The food tasted as good as it looks! The gougeres were light, fresh, and soft. The potato pave was decadent and creamy--elevated comfort food. The game hen was a tad too intense for me, but objectively a very good dish. The desserts stole the show, however. Both the pistachio cake and the snack bar donut (basically a creme brulee donut) were well worth the extra money and calories after an already full meal!

    Dinner 8/01 There…read morewas no one there on a Saturday night which is a bit disappointing. Maybe not a locals thing? Started with a Fancy Some More cocktail and a tuna tartare. The cracker was bland and not nearly enough tuna to justify wanting to order it again. I had two main dishes: the lobster risotto and the halibut in zarzuela. The lobster risotto was the strongest of the two. The halibut had a nice crust and fell apart easily but I felt the zarzuela didn't have the right taste compliments with the halibut.

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    St Pierre Dining Room
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    Game Hen w/ Salsa Verde
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    Jax Café

    Jax Café

    3.9
    (435 reviews)
    3.0 mi
    $$$

    We ended up at Jax Café for a last minute dinner, and I'm so glad we did! The staff was incredibly…read moreaccommodating and wonderful to work with. They were able to seat our party of eight even without a reservation, which was impressive on such short notice. Once they found out we were celebrating a birthday, they went above and beyond by creating custom matchbooks that said "Happy Birthday" along with the birthday guest's name. It was such a thoughtful, personal touch that made the celebration even more special. The food was outstanding. We ordered a little bit of everything, and every dish was delicious, but a few really stood out. The oysters on the half shell were incredibly fresh. The slow roasted prime rib with au jus and creamy horseradish was tender, flavorful, and perfectly cooked. My favorite was the famous Smothered Ribeye, served over crispy hash browns and topped with sautéed mushrooms, onions, grilled asparagus, and béarnaise sauce. The portion was huge, and I was happy to have leftovers the next day! From the exceptional service to the memorable dining experience and amazing food, Jax Café exceeded our expectations. If you're celebrating a birthday, anniversary, or any special occasion, I highly recommend it!

    Really good food. I've never been there but I've heard it talked about for years. I had the pot pie…read moreand I went there with my mom and she had the lobster po' boy sandwiches. They definitely impress. If you go there around your birthday, tell them and they'll give you a matchbook. If you go around the summer, make sure you get a trout or go out back and check out the trout stream where you can catch your own trout and eat it if you want.

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    Beautiful dining room
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    New York Strip* crusted seasoning
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    The Capital Grille

    The Capital Grille

    4.5
    (463 reviews)
    2.4 mi
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    I have never had a bad meal here! I'm not usually a "chain"…read morerestaurant person but this one in particular has never failed me From the impressive service and old school atmosphere to the high quality of food particularly my favorite Kona crusted coffee steak- sounds bizarre but trust me its amazing My only gripe is $$$$ - very spendy at the end if you add wine or cocktails so I only come here maybe once a year for a special occasion They do decorate the table and give you a birthday or anniversary card , complimentary bubbles so the special personal touches are nice and what makes this a great experience Location is not the best- we prefer to do the valet parking it's easier than finding a spot yourself or walking far from a parking garage to the restaurant as it's downtown Minneapolis

    We came here to celebrate my husband's birthday and the service was by far amazing…read more We started off with Clam chowder, Lobster Bisque and Crab cakes, all were phenomenal. Our main dish was filet minon with creamed corn, au gratin potatoes and soy glazed brussels sprouts. The steak was cooked perfectly to our liking with a nice char. Our table also got lobster mac and cheese and wild mushrooms which were also very delicious! They are very generous with their sides, if you are dining with less than 3 people a half portion is more than enough. Lastly they brought out a nice Birthday platter with cheesecake, key lime pie, chocolate cake and a coconut cookie - all were delicious. I also was able to try my sisters crème brûlée and honestly i'd come back for that! Overall the service and ambiance is upscale, the servers were SO attentive to even the placing of the plates. Definitely recommend!

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    Lobster Mac 'N' Cheese – Made with freshly poached lobster and topped with a Grana Padano crust.
    Lobster Mac 'N' Cheese – Made with freshly poached lobster and topped with a Grana Padano crust.
    Jumbo Lump Crab Cocktail served with housemade mustard sauce.
    Jumbo Lump Crab Cocktail served with housemade mustard sauce.
    14 oz Dry Aged NY Strip au Poivre finished with our housemade Courvoisier Cream for a decadent finish.

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    14 oz Dry Aged NY Strip au Poivre finished with our housemade Courvoisier Cream for a decadent finish.

    Sidewalk Kitchen - chinese - Updated August 2026

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