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    St Genevieve

    3.8 (358 reviews)
    ModerateFrench, Bars
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    Updated 3 months ago

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    Classy
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    Dogs allowed
    Good for kids

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    Pommes Frites and dessert
    Kavitha P.

    Stopped here an hour before closing during the week and perfect ending to the night I wanted something cosy and quiet and I was transported to a French bistro sitting here at the bar chatting with the GM Tim (shoutout!) We ordered the fries with the bernaise dipping sauce, so fresh and perfect amount of salt Also got some delicious cocktails- sorry forget the name and a delicious shared dessert!! Need to come back and try the dinner menu Live the ambiance here

    Victor M.

    There was a change of brunch plans and we ended up going to Saint Genevieve's for brunch. I was worried about parking the most because the Google app mentioned limited parking in the area but at around 12:30, there were several spots available right next to the restaurant. Reservations were very easy to make and manage using the Tock app. I have not been here in a long time and the last time was for dinner several years ago. I could smell the aromas of fresh cooking as I walked into the door. I took a few minutes to Glance around and admire all the mosaic tile and wooden floor. The old mirrors and the beautiful tables and chairs through. As well as the layout of the bar and the way that the establishment is laid out with so many windows. The combination of high ceilings and windows brings in ample natural light and brightens up the place. Our server was Sophie who told us about the menu items and the various beverage items and we decided to try their seasonal mulled wine spritzer. This vibrant purple concoction with an orange peel for garnish on ice was refreshing and very good. It paired well with everything I had to eat. We were not sure what to eat so we decided to just order a few items and share them and just chat and enjoy. Our table was small so Sophie was going to bring them out in waves. While we were waiting my friend had a coffee and I had an espresso. Her coffee was fine but my espresso was very bitter most likely due to the grind being way too fine or over extraction from my experience making it at home in my espresso maker. Other than that the first items that came out were the smoked lox and the shakshouka. I have had smoked lox in many locations and it's always like some nasty pickled smoky mystery meat. I have had it at some places where it's not a bright color and more muted as if it was in a jar or air-tight container. The lox Here tasted very fresh and was not too vinegary or overly smokey or salty. It did not leave that fishy aftertaste in your mouth and as you chewed it up the luscious fish melted like butter and tasted like a good piece of sashimi-grade salmon. This blended in with the capers along with a touch of the herb cream cheese it was divine. The shakshouka well I was telling my friend that I have not had a good shakshouka in the United States ever. The last good shakshouka I had was in Ramot Naftali Israel and Tel Aviv Israel. Since then I have been to so many places claiming they make a great shakshouka and how it is just like back in Israel and this and that and you taste it and it's like omg this is dreadful. It's like canned tomato paste with oil, overcooked egg, salt, and mystery spices. This shakshouka is very similar but the stuff was more thinly cut I rate this the best I have tasted in the US so far. Disclaimer I don't go seeking out shakshouka but I sometimes try it when I see it at a nice reputable restaurant or a Middle Eastern restaurant. While eating our lox and shakshouka we met an amazing older couple who I could tell by speaking to them were foodies also. They seemed to be on the next level. I write reviews for fun and to share but they seemed on a way more professional level and it was such an honor speaking to them. I opened up my notes as they gave me some tips on locations where we should go check out and I am making those a priority. As well as the great conversation with them. The fun part about what I like about the food and not what I like about the food is also the experience I have at a place and this couple made our day we hope we run into them again down the road and will never forget them. Next came out the Baccon. Their bacon was thick and not overly cooked where you would need to see the dentist if you bit into it. The bacon slices were also all uniformly matched and dress right dress. The seasoning on it was perfect and was not salty like the Dead Sea. The bacon went really well with the omelet that came next. The omelet was wrapped to perfection and cut incredibly smooth. It was stuff with all types of goodness and one bite into it revealed a nice buttery flavor that was so creamy. This is one of the best omelets I have had in a while and we have already ordered it but the couple we were speaking to recommended the omelet and I can see why. The only was very dense on the inside but very fluffy on the outside. You can get 4 good-sized sizes sharable tasting pieces from one omelet if you want to just do what we did and just be adventurous. So by this time, we had had several drinks and my friend switched from spritzers to corpse revivers and brunch was over and I was being slow as always and the Quiche was still left. The Quiche looked like a giant fancy New York cheesecake honestly. It was beautifully crafted and light and fluffy and as I pulled over the final plate to try the last thing I took my fork and like a samurai with a quick downward motion I cut the Quiche.

    Nice gin martini
    Annette N.

    After watching and taking in the Olympics via Paris we felt it was time to enjoy this wonderful local establisment.

    Drink menu
    Shamir W.

    Went to this little neighborhood gem on a whim on a Friday evening for dinner. A quaint place you could likely miss if you weren't looking for it. The staff was friendly and understood their menu. Our server recommended dishes and hit it out of the park. We went with the 3-course dinner, priced reasonably at $55. For the first course we went with the Beef Tartare amd Tomato Tarte Tarin. The tarin was a unique presentation and almost felt like a dessert. The tartare was one of the best we have had. Perfect consistency and went really well with the toasted bread it came with. Steak au Poivre and the Casoulet were the main entrees we chose. The steak was cooked perfectly with an excellent demi glaze and the green peppercorns had a perfect crunch and tanginess. The cassoulet was well balanced and the crispy fried leg was a nice addition to the dish. We also had the Pomme Frites as a supplement which worked really well with the steak and came with a bernaise aioli that was very tasty. We ended the dinner with Pear Financier and the Panna Cotta. Both a perfect end to the meal. We had a few drinks with dinner and the cocktails did not disappoint. I really enjoyed the Fleur de Sang and the Flying V I would be going back here to check out the other offerings.

    Bacon Jam Burger
    Jeremy S.

    I've lived in the neighborhood for about 8 years and finally made it to St. Genevieve. I'm just not an Oyster person, but the Bacon Jam Burger was amazing!!! It's a pretty rich and unique burger and pairs nicely with a good beer. Their fries are perfect as well. Now on the to the Fleur De Sang cocktail. Their bartender invented this drink and it's a nice blend of mezcal and a float of red wine. Next time you're there make sure you order one.

    French Toast
    Ariel L.

    Good food but slow service (so be kind and patient). If you're looking for a quick bite, not the place for you but if you have time to spare and would like to enjoy good French cooking with friends and loved ones, then this is the place for you. It's consistently delicious but it is a little expensive so be ready to pay for quality food. We've dined here several times now and the food is great! Just be patient on how long it takes and make sure you like the people you're dining with.

    Wild Mushroom & Brie Crêpe
    Jay S.

    Closer to a 4.5 in terms of rating but the vibe makes up for it. This is a very cozy place for brunch because of its location on a weekend morning! Sitting outside on a morning in the summer makes it even better. I am also just a huge fan of the restaurant's name, so part of me maybe a bit subjective on how much I like this place. However, I do have to be realistic about its food and the aspects that matter the most. The food is not cheap, especially for the portion given when each entrée is $18 or $19, but I think the taste makes it relatively worth it. They have the quiche du jour and the omelette du jour, which basically mean that they can vary from day to day, and I have had various kinds at different times and they have always tasted good. Two days ago their omelette contained scallops and gruyere cheese and the egg texture was very soft as the scallop flavor seeped into the eggs giving the egg another dimension of flavors. The dish got both flavor and texture without a doubt. The shakshouka was pretty good, although I will say for this one the portion really didn't match the price because shakshouka is a very easily made northern African / Middle Eastern breakfast dish that I have had elsewhere for $10-15 with much larger portions. The wild mushroom & brie crêpe also had really soft texture, meaning the scrambled eggs and the mushroom were really well made. I also thoroughly enjoyed the beignets as they were very freshly made with the perfect amount of sweetness! Although I have to say that I have attached two photos of beignets from August 2022 and two days ago, respectively, and the beignets from two days ago looked and tasted better. A good amount of house-made milk bread was given to us two days ago, but only three sausages were given to my friend and me back in August 2022 as the photo has shown, and the latest menu had the bread cost $5 while the sausages $10, so yeah... Slightly beyond my comprehension. Service was pretty good! Our server always had a smile and was very attentive to our needs and checked in at the exact right moments, so I appreciated it. They also made sure that I had sparkling water while my partner had still water. Overall if people ask me some of the best brunch restaurants in the Twin Cities, then I will definitely mention St. Genevieve, but I also will give a disclaimer on the price that may disappoint some when they see the food portion. Our bill amount was pretty high even though we felt like we just got full.

    Pork
    Julia S.

    This was an exceptional dining experience. The vegetarian items were fabulous. The space itself is beautiful: light and bright, with a classic feel. The service was wonderful as well. The food and wine? Stand-outs. If you're in the mood for spring in a plate, you simply must come in. We started with the baked ricotta. It was absolutely gorgeous: meltingly creamy, with freshness from the lemon. It paired perfectly with the char of the bread. Next up was the spring pea salad, which featured pea shoots, peas, and asparagus paired with yuzu vinaigrette and sesame. The varying textures of the vegetables enveloped by the silky dressing were ad much a treat as the perfectly blended flavors. (If you haven't met shiso and yuzu yet, this is a perfect opportunity to do so.) For my main, I got the gnocchi. Friends, this is exactly what gnocchi should be but rarely is: light and beautiful (it almost dissolves in your mouth), a hint of toastiness, and the perfect foil for its toppings. In this case, that meant fresh-as-a-new-spring-day pistou, truffle, and airy Parmesan. This may have ruined me for any future gnocchi, but it was so good that I don't mind. Dessert for me was the sticky toffee pudding. My friend got the chocolate tart. This date gâteau was so good--the chocolate ganache (inside the gateau) was a pleasant foil to the sweet--but not too sweet--cake and sauce, and the chantilly added a pleasing creaminess. I'll definitely be back for their social hour; this place is a gem!

    Tart

    I was super impressed in my recent visit here. The drinks are outstanding, and the food is incredibly tasty complemented only by its sophistication. Without said very easy-going environment very approachable cuisine excellent job by the chef and the staff.

    Street Food?..:)
    Avram L.

    Seems I was walking in the wrong direction I barely recognize my own reflection Oh, scared of love but scared of life alone.. We opted to sit on the patio at Saint Genevieve, this evening, which is two tables in front of this restaurant on the side walk in a bustling nice neighbourhood. Their standing heater kept us from getting Spring Frost bite (50's..:). It started with Octopus and Langoustines (so small and minimal of meat, that we needed reading glasses to eat..:) But, reminded us of the days of Cali. cuisine with its small and pretty portions. The Entrees of Roasted Lamb Loin and Mushroom Tagliatelle, both perfectly cooked and delicious...the earthy flavours were appreciated. Our anniversary deserts of Salted Vanilla Pot de Creme and Caramel Opera Cake were light and nicely sweetened. This dining experience though nice at times, seemed somewhat staged and pretentious. Service was friendly & spot on, but felt unrelaxed. We would be hard pressed to return. Yeah I'm ready to feel now. No longer am I afraid of the fall down It must be time to move on now Without the fear of how it might end I guess I'm ready to love/eat again..:) Best, Avram Antebellum Jr.

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    Jenny G.

    This little cafe transported me right back to my study abroad days in France with its classic "Parisian" decor and style. I visited for restaurant week and tried their 3 course prix fixe. I ordered the "duck rillette" for the appetizer and it was little pieces of duck salad on a baguette. The flavors were good but I did find several inedible duck bones in the duck salad. The steak au poivre was delicious and perfectly done. I really enjoyed the sauce that came with it! For dessert I had the chocolate terrine, which was very decadent and rich with dark chocolate, cream, and mint. Overall the flavors of the meal were well balanced and interesting- but I left still feeling hungry as the portions were very small. It was also a very expensive meal for what we had. They add a 20% service charge to the bill which is nice because the tip is included. For exceptional service you can tip extra and it's always appreciated!

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    Wonderful ambiance, great service, and exceptional food. The fries are a must have. So glad this exists!

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    great cozy romantic fine dining place...great service, ambiance...great food! one of my St. Paul favs

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    Absolutely perfect! Couldn't have asked for a better experience. Thank you to the staff.read more

    I've had the good fortune and privilege of traveling throughout the Western world for business and…read morepleasure, in addition to being a "cook" since I was 12. I have finally found a restaurant with a capital R. A restaurant with its own identity and spirit. Not like most restaurants that copy one another. Another admirable thing is that, within their identity, they remain true to themselves without resorting to generic menus, unlike many places that add something more common for fear of not being understood. This is not the case here. They maintain their personality, and for that I congratulate them. It would take pages to explain each dish, which I won't do since I invite my readers to personally visit this cozy and personalized restaurant with a spectacular range of dishes and flavors. Often one finds places with exaggerated flavors that are too over-the-top, spicy, or excessive. This is not the case here. Everything has absolute balance, down to the milligram--Google it. I sampled 12 dishes, each more delicious and more personalized than the last. Organizations like Michelin or James Beard should pay a visit and determine whether it deserves a star. I've already given it one... Not to mention the variety of drinks and wines. Many restaurants that claim to be high-end stick to Californian wines. I have nothing against wines from that state. But for connoisseurs, we know there are many more around the globe. I was amazed by the variety of spirits and the house-made cocktails. Now, the most important part for me: it was my first time there. But I felt as if I'd known them forever. I felt welcomed and treated with great hospitality. I said I was going to write just a little, but this place deserves so much more. Until next time...

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    Fhima’s Minneapolis

    4.3(282 reviews)
    4.6 miDowntown Minneapolis
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    Is this the best dinner I've had in Mpls? It might be!…read more Came in for Valentine's Day on an almost accident. My partner said, "ever been to Fhimas? I think it's French?" And I was on board. We made reservations without another thought. I ended up googling the menu and realizing my partner was a little off on what type of cuisine this was and I was in unfamiliar territory though still excited to try. We loved every second of our experience here! The decor was amazing, the service was exceptional, the food was to die for. They had a special Valentine's Day menu which included beef Wellington for two, so we got that. Asked if it had sides and they said no. I asked if a veg was possible, expecting frozen, microwaved bland veggies. We got beautifully roasted, seasoned veggies that were amazing. Plus the beef Wellington was melting in our mouths. Cocktails were also exceptional. We had an espresso martini and old fashioned which came with a table side experience. We ended our adventure with the sticky toffee torte which was another exceptional dish. Our server was so kind and so so knowledgeable about every item and restaurant in the owners catalog. Very impressive all around.

    Wanted to like this place. Inventive cocktail menu. Interesting M.E. Food options. Ultimately not…read moreserved water for 30 minutes until flagging someone down. Tables all around the restaurant, including the bar, left from previous patrons. Looks like a bomb went off. After 1+ hour, most of the tables are still covered in dirty plates and napkins. It's not that busy, maybe 10-20% full from 8:30 pm and beyond. Vibes = 2/10. What about the food? I've traveled all over the Mediterranean and Middle East. I'd give the Shashuka a 5-6 out of 10. It was supposed to be served with crepes and I had visions of Saluf and Sons Yemeni restaurant in Tel Aviv (now closed). Here it was served with a French bread / hot dog bun. Crepe???? I guess French bread and crepes are from the same country, but count me as unimpressed.

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    We had such a great experience at Demi tonight! After a not so great experience at Spoon and Stable…read more(same chef), I had low expectations. I am so happy I thought wrong. We were greeted at the entrance, jackets were taken, and drinks offered while we waited. The waiting space was small and a little awkward but it was fun to get serve right away with a friendly bartender. Seating is around the small, intimate bar where you observe the chefs preparing every dish for the night. The servers are shared so you don't get just one person for the night. We are not wine people, but I'd still recommend doing the wine pairings ,which is an extra add on. It was really fun to learn about the different wines and how they tasted with the plates. There is some down time in-between courses but nothing ever felt too long. It seemed like a perfect time to converse and enjoy watching the chefs do their thing. It took about 2.5hrs to finish our nine course meal. The courses were so tasty! I was a little nervous because of previous reviews but we really felt like every dish was put together nicely. We were so impressed with how intricate each dish was and how many ingredients came together. A favorite was the wagyu ribeye. Just so delicious. Yes, I wanted more, but it was about trying small plates and things you've never thought you'd try before. I was full and buzzed by the end of it. I also really appreciated getting the menu at the end of dinner. The whole time I was like what the heck did I just eat? Now, I can reflect on it even more. You are seated next to people but there was plenty of space where I didn't feel like my privacy was invaded. Everything about this experience felt intimate and well put together. Such amazing talent and delicious meals put together right in front of us.

    I have hesitated to write this review. But in the end - I had to be honest about my overall…read moreexperience. Demi had been on my list for a long time, and we finally decided to experience it. There is a lot to say about this restaurant, and most of it is very good. The ambiance had perfect energy. It felt lively, but never loud or overwhelming. It struck a really nice balance for a special night out. You could comfortably enjoy the experience and conversation. The service was exceptional. Not just friendly, but incredibly knowledgeable. Every course and every pairing was explained in detail, and the staff clearly knew their craft. Service - they absolutely delivered. We chose The W.C. Whitney Menu. I had the Premium Wine Pairing, which was excellent and very well done. My wife chose the Temperance Pairing since she does not drink alcohol. This was one of the few disappointments of the evening. Many of the drinks were designed to mimic the taste of cocktails and wine, while my wife does not care for the taste of alcoholic drinks. When it came to the food, there was a range. Some dishes were truly outstanding and worthy of Demi's reputation. Some were good but not exactly great. And honestly, a few were mediocre. With a tasting menu, you expect some variation, but at this level and at this price, mediocre does not cut it. Here's what it really comes down to. I would rate the experience itself 5-stars. But the cost of the evening did not come close to matching what was delivered. I was not looking for, or expecting value! We spent over $700 for the evening. Demi is very good. The service is exceptional. The ambiance is awesome. Much of the food is outstanding. But in my opinion, the overall experience did not justify the extremely high cost.

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    Barbette

    3.8(760 reviews)
    2.6 miUptown
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    Came here on a Friday night for a few drinks and food…read more Good vibes in here. Love the location of the place. The ambiance is relaxed, low light as soon as you walk in and the place is buzzing with energy. The food and drinks here are amazing. Got some oysters to share.. so fresh and light, with all the fixings just as you would like. Perfect. Also the fries were chefs kiss. Super light and fluffy and flavorful.. always a perfect addition to any meal! I got the short rib and lemme tell ya... super good. Packed full of flavor, good quality meat.. very good! Wouldn't change much about it. It was a larger, more filling dish, and this with the addition of the apps was more than enough. I got my typical grey goose club soda lemon lime and they were actually served fairly strong ( will never complain about that lol). Waitress was good.. she definitely checked on us a lot, I wish that she would checked on us a bit less because it did become a bit much at a certain point. I would definitely come back here!

    A very cute restaurant in Minneapolis! I came here for an early brunch and loved the cozy interior…read morethe moment I walked in. They have a variety of French style dishes and unlimited coffee refills. On a large chalkboard by the bar there's a list of specials as well. I started with the carrot squash soup which was so fall in a bowl. Comforting and creamy. The accompanied crispy bread piece was great too. I also for the buckwheat savory crepe that was filled with mushroom and spinach and it was filling. The buckwheat makes the crepe a little thicker I think. Plate comes with poached eggs and the yolkiness helps bind everything together. The side house salad was also very refreshing too. Overall, a really cute spot that I'd recommend! I heard their dinner is quite good too.

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    4.4(154 reviews)
    1.6 miSouthwest
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    No surprises here: Petit Leon has once again delivered an excellent evening for our trio. Now that…read moreit's getting dark early (and the cold is starting to creep in), we are all craving something warm and comforting. Petit Leon is just the ticket! We arrived a bit early for our reservation and were seated right away (woo hoo!). Our awesome server, Nico, came by right away with menus, which we eagerly began to peruse. I was stoked to see that they still have an amazing selection of creative zero proof options on the drink menu. I went for a non-alcoholic bubbly (yum!). The menu had some old favorites (hello, piquillo peppers) and some new things. I highly recommend the smashed cucumbers. They are so refreshing and well-balanced. The dill yogurt foam is creamy and tart, and the pickled Fresno peppers and garlic add just the right amount of bright bite. Another don't-miss is the fry bread. Fry bread is delicious however it comes, but this came with whipped ricotta and salsa macha (which became my favorite condiment of all time when it first graced my lips here several years ago) and the loveliest smoked beets I have ever had. (Full disclosure: I am pretty sure they are the only smoked beets I have ever had, which is a crying shame.) For my main, I ordered the cabbage, which was beautifully caramelized and topped with a delightfully umami-heavy mushroom gravy and cloud of grated cheese. It tasted like comfort and home. Bliss! For dessert, I had the tarta de queso, which is one of my favorite desserts in the Twin Cities; creamy and light with just a hint of sweet, this one is a winner, and I am sad it took me so long to discover.

    I headed here with my wife for a much anticipated burger night (Tuesdays)…read more It's a great deal. $22 for a burger fries and a beer. They do offer a Paloma or NA option for people who would like something other than a beer The burgers were much larger than anticipated. Made with two smash patties, cheese, sauce and onions. Mine did seem a little bit too crisp even burnt in some spots which overpowered the other flavors. Still I did find it a good burger I just wouldn't put it in my top in the city. But do get it on a Tuesday night! We did also do the Cheesecake. I might not be the best person to judge as I don't normally pick the cheesecake but I found this one to lack a lot of flavor and it did seem a bit like the vanilla wafer topping might have been a bit stale. The place itself was great. We sat on the patio which is small and on the sidewalk but inside there are lots of cozy booths and a fun bar. And our server was great as well. Just an FYI parking can be a bit tricky in this spot but don't let that keep you away.

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    Petite Leon - Le Petite Cheeseburger

    Le Petite Cheeseburger

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    Linguica

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    Tarta de Queso (cheesecake)

    St Genevieve - french - Updated May 2026

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