Old Southern BBQ Smokehouse - fitting! From the moment we opened our car door, the smoky smell…read morepulled you right in. The food was so fresh and delicious, and the portion sizes were great. I especially loved the open kitchen concept...it was neat to watch them prepare the line-up of meats! I loved reading the "testament" in the entryway. The story of Jimmie and Iris was so sweet, and I appreciated how their legacy is carried throughout the restaurant, especially in the sauce lineup. I ordered the two-meat combo with ribs and pulled pork. The ribs were fall-off-the-bone tender and packed with flavor. I paired them with "Dixie Red" which was my fav! For sides, the platter came with a cornbread muffin and it was so good I ended up ordering a second (Oops). It had what tasted like a butter or honey butter drizzle and YIKES it was dangerously good. The employees were super friendly and helpful. One in particular greeted every single person coming in and leaving. Loved that. You just don't see that kind of service as often anymore. The restaurant itself was very clean, with plenty of seating available. Fun fact, they also have a food truck, which gives me hope since the location isn't super close to home. Maybe I'll catch them around town, or even bring them in for one of the employee events I help lead!

From the moment you walk in, the smell of good food and BBQ smoke hits you. Absolutely divine! The…read moremenu isn't crazy big, which is great since that means they can focus! All of the food we got was hot and very fresh tasting. A good selection of sauces available on the table too. You can see the wood pile right inside the store, as well as the smokers, they have an open view kitchen, so you can see the pitmasters working on the food. Very fun to watch! If you love BBQ, this place is definitely worth it to check out. Be warned, you WILL leave smelling like BBQ...which is NOT a bad thing!

I gotta stop believing yelp reviews. People want quantity over quality on this app and this place…read moreis a great example of that. There's nothing redeeming about this place. Yelp reviewers have no taste. They just want a slab of meat and they're all happy. I should've tried their sauces before I bought anything. The barbecue sauces were all ketchup based. They added in too much apple cider vinegar and the sauces were too viscous and runny. A good barbecue sauce has molasses, brown sugar, and tomato sauce not ketchup and white sugar which is what these were made from. I'd have been better off bringing in my own bottle of barbecue sauce from the grocery store. We ordered a half rack 6 ribs and two sides of coleslaw and potato salad. The coleslaw was runny and too liquidy. It had zero buttermilk in it. It was also made with apple cider vinegar which is a HUGE NO, NO. The potato salad was meh. No mustard. Just white potato salad. THEY HAD NO CORNBREAD! How much does a box of jiffy cornbread cost?!? Seriously, this business should NOT be in the rib business. The half rack of ribs: DRY, DRY, DRY. They were baked way too long. The ribs were flavor-less. I would not go back again. It's a huge shame for a rib joint to be this bad. The ribs were such a huge disappointment. Not even a smoked flavor was ever detected. I hope they don't go down the liquid smoke route either because that's just driving off a cliff at that point. I'm DONE listening to yelp reviews. Yall have no clue what you're talking about.

The prime brisket was delicious as was the pulled chicken and Mac and cheese. The potato salad…read morelacked flavor. The bbq sauce was a great complement to the smoked meats. This was a catered order so I can't speak on decor and ambience.

I don't usually leave reviews, but I had to give a shoutout to Maria at Lyndale Smokehouse. She was…read morehonestly one of the best servers I've had in ages--super friendly and on top of everything. I never had to ask for a drink refill, and she even checked in to make sure my salad was just how I wanted it. I tried the Parmesan chicken appetizer and the chicken Caesar salad--both were tasty and fresh. I noticed a lot of the old reviews for this place aren't great, but most are from years ago. My experience was completely different, and Maria was a big reason why. If you go, definitely ask for her!

Marie, the bartender was fantastic. Went out of her way to care of us and was so pleasant to…read moreinteract with. The bacon at breakfast is really good too.

Went there for lunch last Saturday, got seated quickly (the seats got greasy spots and dirty, had…read moreto ask them to clean them quick); sat down and saw the dry residue on both of our plates (had to ask them to replace them); this was at the time they just opened the restaurant. Food is good, decent quality of meat, and a few tasty side dishes. Service was good, friendly server (might be the owner). Would consider to go there again next time we are in town.

I went with a friend on a week night. We did have a reservation, but could have walked in without…read moreone. The parking lot has ample room to accommodate the large space of their restaurant. Food 5/5: we did AYCE. We got: Edemame, egg rolls, gyoza, corn cheese, Zuchinni, mushrooms, Miso soup, garlic shrimp, pork belly, ribeye, boneless short rib, skirt steak, and brisket. The marinated meats were my favorite along with the shrimp! I loved the pairing of the dry rub with both sauces, and the sauces definitely enhanced the flavor of the meats. Service 5/5: our server was very attentive and helpful. He asked if we wanted a demonstration which was helpful even though we knew what we were doing. They are quick to change your grill place when it gets covered, and I love the option of the avocado oil. Many other bbq places don't offer that. Ambiance 5/5: this place feels very fancy! Overall very spacious. The booth we were in was very comfortable. Overall a great option for AYCE BBQ! We loved our experience and will definitely be back.

The staff were friendly and welcoming. Delicious food! I would highly recommend. Everything is…read morefresh. The decor is very cool. The walls have many vintage signs and trinkets to look at.

Can you smell the slow-burning oak logs creating delicious pork, beef brisket, turkey, etc? Eat in…read moreor take the bbq goodness home! This kitschy spot celebrating 30 years is FULL of crazy decor collected over many years, and the choices of smoked and sliced meats is boundless. Fast counter service and happy people serve the long line of customers at lunchtime. I return often when I don't want to cook.

Wanted to grab dinner nearby for in-laws anniversary and this was did not have a wait for a…read moreSaturday night dinner. The ambiance is like a bar-restaurant. They have pull-tabs! We were seated right away. They have TV on for sports and it can be quite loud (as expected) We did not expect it to be as loud since we had a baby with us. Bring headphones if you have a baby. Service was fast. Our server checked on us many times to make sure we were taken care of. Great service. To the point that I just finished my plate and he instantly took the plate away as well. lol Food all tasted good. Zucchini fries is soft in the inside and a little crispy on the outside. I wish it was crispier. Brussels sprout was good but a little burnt. Fish is crispy and good. The burger was good as well. Price is reasonable. Definitely worth going but just mind the loud ambient

A little torn on NorthStar Tavern, the space is great and the menu/bar has a ton of options but…read moreafter that it fell a little flat. We saw the burger of the month in December was a tater-tot hotdish burger online and man did it look like a 10/10. We drove about 30 minutes and ordered two along with a past and red sauce kids meals. While we waited we ordered a flight to try several options: the peanut butter bear was amazing, the cider / seltzers were good (Sherbet was the best) but the sugar cookie was meh. Once our good arrived a was already bummed as it didn't look like the photo. The burgers weren't cooked to order and overall there wasn't a lot of flavor for a burger with so much going on. I felt like it needed more goop....that's the best part of a hotdish, the glue. The past with red sauce wasn't well received but kids are kids. It didn't look amazing, but I didn't except much. With the menu being as big as it is I wouldn't mind coming back and trying something else, but I'm not in a rush to return.

Came here to celebrate a birthday with family. A nice, big space...a little too loud the night we…read morecame but that's okay. My dinner was especially good....the chicken fried perfectly...all dark meat the way I like it. The potato salad was not what I expected but I was pleasantly surprised. I'm used to a mayo based potato salad but this was even better with lots of flavor! The corn was also delicious. Everyone was very happy with their dinners. The chicken and waffle dish was also good. Ratio of breading to chicken was perfect and perfectly seasoned. The honey butter that came with it was also delicious. The New Orleans shrimp bowl was great too. The ratio of shrimp, which was perfectly cooked, to rice was good. Lots of great flavor. I think that everyone in our party enjoyed what they ordered. The only "ding" would be the service. We had to ask for silverware so we could eat and had to wait for straws because she forgot. I'm still going to give it 5 stars even though the service was lacking a bit. She was very nice but seemed rushed.

What a disappointment today. Party of 4 to celebrate a birthday. I suggested the restaurant and was…read morequite surprised by how drastically different this visit was compared to the previous. I ordered the Social salad. It was good but the presentation was trash. I also got a cup of the She - Crab soup. It was also just okay and certainly overpriced. Husband got the Pork Belly Burnt Ends at my suggestion. He asked if they had sauce added to them and if so, to get it on the side. Our server said they are prepared and the sauce caramelizes so no, no sauce. He asked due to being a type 1 diabetic and needed to calculate his insulin. Well, they came out covered in fresh sauce and were too dry to swallow. There were six chewed up bits of pork left on his plate when it was cleaned away. The Texas toast was the only redemption. Lastly the two others shared the half bird entree. Presentation was haphazard and the chicken was visually dry looking. They ate most of it and said the biscuit and sweet potatoes were good. The food alone wasn't bad enough to keep me away; but combining it with the service was. Our server Laura (sp?) didn't make her debut well after we've been sitting 10 minutes. We were there at 5:30 on Sunday. It wasn't busy at all. She was very nice. Her second stop was to take our orders. Food runner came and asked if we needed anything else. I asked for water as my glass was bone dry (I even ate my ice) and others' were 1/4-1/3 full. She said she couldn't bring beverages. It's water...not vodka. Weird. So Laura eventually comes back and filled our drinks and left the bill. She did overhear the birthday happenings and was nice enough to offer a free dessert. She got her cash payment and we never saw her again. Maybe it was the end of her shift? It just felt off. The table next to us had quite a few complaints and had a different server, so maybe there was just a bad vibe with the staff today? Hopefully management can figure it out. Bathrooms were nice and decor was nice throughout the restaurant.

I just visited there new location located in the Midtown Global Exchange 920 E Lake St,…read moreMinneapolis, Mn 55407 I had the Sunny's fish sandwich and beef hotlinks maaan I tell you both the sandwich and the links are finger licking good. Great service from the creator of the Sunny's fish sandwich My guy Red . I can't wait to try the other great food options. Great seating area and easy to use Self Ordering service as well. I'll definitely will be back Very chill and welcoming area to eat this comfort food.

I came to work and saw their food truck outside and I knew I had to get lunch here. Me and my…read morecoworkers all had to get some food. Before going straight to the truck, we tried to find a menu online with pricing to decide what we wanted. We found a few different things online but nothing that was accurate. Also it would be great if they had a online order option as well cause we have short lunch breaks. We all went out to the truck and got great service. The people running thr truck are friendly and funny. Most of the food took about 10 minutes but one of us waited almost 20 minutes. Everything was cooked to order, hot and fresh though. I got the ghost wings and they were amazing! My coworker got the catfish and hush puppies and everything was soooooo good. If you ever see this truck, I recommend it for sure. I will be a repeat customer.

If you're looking for a spot that brings everyone together, Willy McCoy's is it…read more The place was full of families, friends, and couples? all gathered, all enjoying themselves. You can feel the energy as soon as you walk in. It's lively without being overwhelming, and just feels like a good time all around. Our waiter was awesome on point, attentive, and made sure we had everything we needed without missing a beat. That kind of service really makes a difference. I ordered the salmon bowl, and it was absolutely amazing. Cajun salmon over jasmine rice, layered with cabbage, slaw, carrots, cucumber, avocado, sweet mirin, sweet heat, firecracker sauce, and sesame seeds... literally a mound of goodness. Every bite had flavor, texture, and just the right amount of kick. Overall, this is a solid go-to whether you're out with family, linking with friends, or on a casual date. Good vibes, great service, and food that delivers.

Service was great. Brought out second glass of iced tea before I even requested. The menu is pretty…read morestandard but decent. I ordered the chicken wild rice soup which was very thick. The chopped salad was good but could have been lighter on the dressing. Overall a good spot for our group of eight. They had an alcove that fit us nicely.

Good korean bbq option in the south metro. Parking lot is busy with multiple business in the area…read moreso be patient. Staff and service were excellent. Our server Dawson was very polite and attentive. The inside is very clean and has good vibes and decor. Order: combo 2 meat platter. Included LA kalbi, thin cut bulgogi and marinated pork. Both beef cuts were not the premier quality with a lot of chewy fatty pieces. Good marinate on the kalbi. The pork was the star of the platter. We chose the kimchi stew as the side dish. Great flavor and big chunks of pork that added great texture and taste. All the little side dishes were delicious. The highlights were the korean style potato salad, radish kimchi and marinated soy radishes. Yum. So delicious. All are refilled throughout the meal so enjoy as much as you want. The real hidden gem was the calamari stir fry. Great flavor, great textures. This is a must order. Overall: Is it LA or Chicago quality...no, but really good for Minnesota and very enjoyable. Great service, good food and clean decor make this a korean bbq must if you live in the twin cities.

I am already planning my second visit. This place was so good and beyond expectations. APPLAUSE…read more Banchan - I am picky with my kimchi, and this kimchi passed. It was more on the umami side and less sour. Pajeon green onion pancake - great shareable size. It was so good that phone did not eat first. I liked the ratio of the batter and green onion, and the sauce added a nice spicy element. Kimbap - ordered with beef. I like that I didn't feel sesame oil. It is also a great shareable. Soon dubu jjigae was tasty! It was more like chicken broth with a little spice (not overwhelming) really great intro into Korean stews for my unseasoned friends. For the grill, the beef bulgogi and chicken bulgogi were marinated well. The full plate felt plentiful - very big cuts. And she comes with allllll the fixings. I don't think we needed to ask our server for a thing. Bingsu was the perfect dessert. Refreshing, creamy, crunchy, chewy, and CUTE. Idk why we got the special bowl, presentation was out of this world. Everything was so fresh - lettuce, jalapeños, garlic, fruit, etc. And the table actually felt spacious with all this food?? SO easy to make and update reservations online. The staff was chill and so hard working.