My wife and I had never been to--or even heard of--Baldamar, so when our friends invited us to…read moreRestaurant Week there, we thought it was the perfect opportunity to give it a try. From the hostess who graciously held the doors open for us in the 95° heat to our incredible server, David, everything was outstanding. We started with cocktails. I had what may have been the best bourbon Old Fashioned I've ever tasted, and my wife enjoyed a wonderfully refreshing cocktail (whose name I, unfortunately, can't remember). We began our meal with the roasted Brussels sprouts. Normally, I'm not much of a Brussels sprouts fan, but I happily cleaned the plate. My wife and I shared the 12-ounce filet mignon, cooked medium rare, and it was absolute perfection. Chef's kiss. David recommended a bottle of wine to pair with our steak. It wasn't inexpensive, but it was worth every penny. But wait... there's more. As incredible as that wine was with the filet, it somehow paired even better (yes, I know that sounds impossible) with the slice of heaven they call chocolate cake. I'm sure it has a much fancier name on the menu, but "slice of heaven" seems more accurate. If you've read my other reviews, you know I have a tendency toward hyperbole. If there were ever a time to lean into it, this is it. THIS MEAL WAS FANTASTIC. THE AMBIANCE WAS PERFECT. THE FOOD WAS EXCEPTIONAL. AND THE COMPANY WAS DIVINE. We will absolutely be back--and when we do, we'll be asking for a table in David's section. (He works Tuesday through Friday.)

Stopped into Baldamar and had a great experience sitting at the bar. Ashley took such attentive…read morecare of me from the moment I arrived and was incredibly welcoming throughout my visit. I started with the tequila and mezcal Old Fashioned, and it was fantastic. It was well-balanced, beautifully presented, and garnished perfectly. The food was equally impressive. The wings were delicious--crispy, well-seasoned, and cooked perfectly. My only small note would be that the celery was a little limp. The Caesar salad has officially been added to my regular rotation. The jammy egg was cooked perfectly with a rich, yolky center that was still easy to slice. The Parmesan crisps were thoughtfully sized, adding great texture without being so large they scraped the roof of your mouth. The salad was evenly dressed, making every bite flavorful. Overall, excellent food, outstanding cocktails, and warm, attentive service. I'll definitely be back.

SOO GOOD! The…read moreseasoning, prices, and vibes were amazing! Our server was so funny, and made the experience memorable. It was fun to pick out your own seafood boil, they had great price friendly options for everyone! You could customize it pick your own premade boils:) I got the Cajun medium, and LOVED it! I took it home and made it with pasta the next day as the server suggested, and loved it:) will be coming back for more!

We had been curious about the Luscious Crab and finally made plans to celebrate two birthdays over…read morelunch on a Friday. I'm so sad we waited so long to visit. The decorations in there are super cute - underwater / boats / sea life themed. They even had cool doors that looked like that of a ship. The place was very clean and well organized. Every table had a roll of paper towels which was much needed after handling the delicious seafood. We split the Luscious Special Boil (I believe) and it was the perfect amount for the 8 of us! They split it into 2 plates to split more easily and it was perfect! Everything had amazing flavor and we left satisfied. We will definitely be back! One note - if you have a larger group, make sure to call in for a reservation to ensure they can accommodate you.

The food was so good, the best steak I've ever had. The…read moreservice was very good as well. The ambiance was very enjoyable.

Chianti Grill is a "go to" for date night. The Chicken Parmesan is out of this world...but I want…read moreto tell you about our anniversary dinner. My wife got the Chicken Parm...I decided to splurge and got the Blackened Ribeye with bleu cheese...to say it was amazing is to do disservice to word amazing. This was the most tender, tasty steak I have ever had. I would highly recommend this dish. We have never had a bad experience here, the waitstaff is attentive and friendly...and don't forget the focaccia bread with oil and balsamic vinegar wow!!!!

The food was actually really good, but unfortunately the customer service was pretty disappointing…read more I ordered a drink and it was completely forgotten about. I even asked one of the male workers about it, and he told me, "Oh, we're making it, there's a lot of drinks." I understood because the restaurant was packed, but I noticed people who came in way after me were receiving their drinks while I was still waiting on mine. I spent over $60 there and was really looking forward to my drink, so it was frustrating to basically be forgotten about. I understand being busy, but when you work in customer service, you still have to make sure customers aren't being overlooked. The food was good, but the customer service definitely took away from the experience. Hopefully this is something they can improve on.

I had visited Stone Pho before at their Blaine location, but this was my first time at their…read moreRoseville location. Blaine was a bit far for me, so Im glad they are opening up new locations! Its been a few years, but I remembered that I loved their pho broth, and when I tried out their Special Pho, it did not disappoint! Its a bit pricey, but you also get a huge bowl. I can eat a good amount, but I was struggling to finish everything. Easily could split between two if you wanted. Service was quick. I arrived on a weekday evening and was seated fast and got my food quick as well.

Me and my friends have been here several times. Great Korean BBQ spot with tasty food and friendly…read moreservice. The staff were attentive overall. One thing to keep in mind is that they can get very busy at night or on weekends, so the wait for a table can be pretty long. Also, during busy hours, a few of the items we ordered were missed, and we had to place the order again. Despite that, the experience was still good

If you're looking for an "as close as you can get in Minnesota" authentic Korean BBQ experience,…read moreShinhwa is a great local spot. The wait time is a little long, and although the website says that you can call ahead for reservations, they are a walk-in only establishment. It took around 45 minutes for a table to open up, but once we were seated it was such a fantastic experience. My wife and I chose to only select the BBQ option, but you could choose Hot Pot as well, or BOTH! Great options for meat selection, a build your own sauce bar, and a robot delivery service put this place over the top. You will not leave feeling hungry at Shinhwa, if you've been hoping to try authentic Korean BBQ in Minnesota, I would highly recommend this place - especially great for large groups!

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

Service is great. Food and presentation good price can't get any better than that. Workers there…read moreare nice and friendly.

Best seafood in the world specially combo three and combo four amazing test the quality I'm sure…read more100% the best seafood in the city

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.

I have driven by this restaurant many times because it's near the office that I work at and finally…read moregot to check it out this past Sunday. A group of us had lunch here for my friend's Baby Sprinkle because she loves Cajun seafood. We got two large platters to share - one spicy and non-spicy since a few of us can't eat spicy food. I thought the food was delicious. However, I think it's a little pricey at $17.99/lb for shrimp. The service was pretty fast overall. The Hush Puppies took longer than expected to arrive after our group ordered it. Would recommend checking out this restaurant for Cajun-style seafood.

We had such a great experience at Crafty Crab! Everything was fresh, flavorful, and cooked…read moreperfectly. The lobster tail was absolutely delicious, tender, buttery, and worth every bite. We also added king crab, and it did NOT disappoint. So good! You truly can't go wrong with the Boom Mix. We ordered it medium spice and it was the perfect blend of flavor with just the right amount of heat without overpowering the seafood. Great food, great seasoning, and overall a super fun dining experience, especially for a group! We'll definitely be back!

What a great happy hour! The ricotta & sausage personal flatbread was delicious & a great price and…read moremore than enough for just me. The sliders were also yummy and a great choice off the happy hour menu. It's a plus they also come with fries. Additionally, my table got an order of the truffle fries. We loved the aioli! Great happy hour - already ready to go back again!

Our group made a reservation at Crave without realizing that happy hour is typically only available…read morein the bar area. When we arrived, the bar was busy, but since we already had a reservation, the waitstaff so kindly made an exception and let our group order from the happy hour menu in the main dining area. That was incredibly thoughtful and made such a great first impression! The happy hour specials were AMAZING, with food and drink options at only $5-$8! Such a great variety, and the prices made it so easy to order a lot of different things to share. Definitely some of the best happy hour pricing / largest selection I've come across in a while! Our waiter was also fantastic! He was super friendly, made sure we got our food and drinks ordered before happy hour ended, checked on us several times throughout our meal, and was incredibly attentive when we asked to split the check in a very unique way. He handled it all so easily! I'll absolutely be back for these happy hour specials! One heads-up, it looks like the happy hour menus may vary by location. I was able to find the Roseville location's happy hour menu on OpenTable, but couldn't find it on Crave's website, so I'd recommend checking your specific location before going. Overall, amazing service, great food and drinks, incredible prices, and such a fun experience. Can't wait to come back!