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Really enjoyed the atmosphere/vibes of this place. The decor is really pretty! Servers were all friendly and welcoming. Was easy to get a spot to sit without a reservation. I liked that they had a range of options on the menu from a variety of cultures. I got the chicken Caesar salad which had a nice flavor, I just wish it was slightly bigger given the total price. Overall, I would come again but likely try a different entree next time.
Came here for brunch and loved it. It's tucked into the bottom of an apartment building, so it's a bit unexpected, but once you're inside it has such a luxe, chic vibe. The space feels elevated and really well designed. Parking is a little limited in the lot, but there are additional options across the street which helps. Our server Baye took amazing care of us and gave great recommendations. Service overall was really strong and made the experience even better. The menu is impressive with a wide variety of flavorful options, and I really appreciated that they clearly label gluten free items. Such a great touch. They have classic brunch options but also some great savory, sweet, and worldly flavored options.
Love the vibe of this place. Everything is very pretty. The staff was friendly and the food was unique and good! Would recommend!! I ordered the buttered chicken taco and fries. The taco was so good and unique! Other people in my party ordered the fried rice and that looked amazing!
Stopped here for HH/Dinner before a movie w/ a friend. The parking was a bit packed but we were able to find spots in the lot. Wasn't too busy when we arrived but by time we left it was packed. The food is asian fusion, very unique dishes and flavor profiles. I went with Wings and Fries, my friend got wings (a different flavor) and chips and salsa. I honestly didn't care for the wings. the texture of the batter/skin was off putting for me (looks like it would be crispy but pretty soggy). They had a lot of flavor though spice wise. The staff were pretty attentive. They kind of all worked together to do whatever needed to be done to help. Super nice ambiance! They even have a photography policy but you can't see it unless you use the restroom. The bathrooms were even a vibe- cute decor, birds chirping (lofi sounds), and warm hand towels. To the right of the bar is a super cute dining room filled with plants. The seating and all is just impressive here.
We stopped by The Starling for an evening date and were pleasantly surprised -- this place strikes a great balance between casual comfort and elevated eats. The ambiance is bright and inviting with a modern but cozy vibe that makes it easy to linger whether you're here for lunch, dinner, or drinks. The service was friendly and attentive without being pushy. Our server greeted us right away, offered thoughtful recommendations, and checked in at just the right moments -- it felt genuine and relaxed. Now, the food was Asian fusion I really liked the wings with fish sauce were lovely and I was pleasantly surprised. The two curry dishes we had especially the walleye with green curry was just ok, and kind of bland. The deserts such as the Vietnamese coffee cake and the ube desert were amazing as well as some very good drinks. I would come back for drinks wings and desert. Overall, The Starling delivers a fun experience. A couple small hiccups (the food for the price is just ok, not anything that will blow you away), but plenty of positives to outweigh it. Perfect for a casual night out or a family dinner.
My wife and I dropped into the Starling as a whim for a weeknight respite. Located in an upscale apartment house next to the freeway, the Starlings' offbeat location was perplexing. However, the Starling reminded me of the Waterbury Restaurant located in the Waterbury upscale apartment house overlooking Bde Maka Ska. So, what do I know? The space is lovely, with a touch of class. Drinks were poured well, and the staff was upbeat and fun. The menu was eclectic, with many offerings that had an Asian touch. Sadly, I didn't enjoy my pork buns; the pork belly tasted too fatty. Yet, my fries were excellent. For us, the Starling is in a location we don't frequent, but if it were nearby, I would stop in again to try their other menu offerings. Our drinks were good.
This was my first time at Starling back in April for my birthday. My friend took me out and I decided I wanted to try the Ube Leche cake. I heard it was amazing and yes it was incredibly delicious. We also shared two other dishes.
Visited 2/19/25. Starling was a cute place! Attached to an apartment building so a bit less area for parking-factor that in when giving yourself time to get there. By far my favorite thing about it was the staff. Everyone who we came into contact with was amazing, friendly and super helpful throughout the night. From jumping between bartending to serving to food running, we were all very impressed with all of the staff working. Cocktail choices were really fun and we all universally LOVED the tiki twist most of all. I got the Bangkok mojito which was okay in terms of flavor but the tiki twist was delightful. To start our party ordered the pork buns and the green beans. The beans were packed with flavor and I would definitely recommend them. The pork buns were good but the price point (about $7 per bun) felt pretty high for the most part. I felt somewhat similar about the butter chicken tacos which came out later. Liked the Balinese fried rice the most out of our shared entrees; great flavor overall. The chicken yakisoba was pretty good and definitely had me reaching for more throughout. Overall my favorite part of the experience was all of the wonderful staff here!
The vibe is amazing -- stylish but still super welcoming. We started with the steamed pork buns, which were some of the best I've ever had: soft and savory. For our mains, we had the Balinese fried rice and mushroom yakisoba -- both dishes were full with fresh ingredients and bold, unique flavors. l I tried the Purple Starling and Blushing Kiwi cocktails. Both were so delicious, with a perfect flavors. It was our first time here, but definitely not our last!
I came here for a date night before a comedy show and YUM! Having been my first time visiting, I didn't want to risk not being able to get in so I made a reservation for 5:30 pm. The restaurant was relatively empty but by the time we left, traffic was picking up. We ordered the Balinese fried rice and the chicken yakisoba. Both were delicious! Flavorful sauces and the chicken thighs had a delicious curry flavor that we were pleasantly surprised by. Overall, the service was great, the atmosphere was romantic and trendy, and we look forward to visiting again!
I had never heard of this place, was in the area and decided to try it out. Have their own parking lot, so easy parking. Beautiful restaurant on the inside, I really liked the seating options. Can't really explain what I mean, but you'd know if you saw it lol. Got seated and served immediately. The menu was full of interesting flavors and my waiter did his best to help me with recommendations. Tried a few items, everything came out fast and very tasty. They had a few flavors of the wings, I got the dry rub and decided to get the sauce in the side because I couldn't decide. I will say the wings are much better with the sauce, and now that I've tried them both, I will get them cooked in it. Overall great experience and would definitely go back to try other items.
We came here for a double date night with our friends. The space is gorgeous with big tall plants all around - almost felt like we were on a vacation! -The espresso martini was our favorite out of all the cocktails we tried. -We split the wings and fries as an appetizer. Loved the dry rub, so crispy! The fry sauce was delicious as well. -The burger honestly competes with the best of them. My husband claims he thinks it's better than Parlour's burger and I agree! -Chicken yakisoba was my favorite entree. So much flavor! It's huge and filling and easy to share. -Poke bowl was super fresh and perfect if you want a lighter feeling entree that still fills the belly. Anything with jasmine rice and yum yum sauce is worth trying. Parking is difficult but there's valet :)
This place is very stylist and has a great feel! Overall I would honestly say that I don't know if I would go back anytime soon. The things that were nice, the staff seemed understanding when we had people running late (wasn't busy). The food was good but nothing special, I went for brunch so not sure if the dinner menu is better. The coffee was very good and was impressed with that! For the things that missed the mark, the Bloody Mary costs $15 that comes from a store bought mix that it tasted like and only had a lime and one olive on it. They were out 4 different items on the menu from potatoes to a liquor for a drink. Lastly parking isn't great and half the people in the group were late because they couldn't find any parking. You could also hear the staff talking about the guests and felt like that wasn't very appropriate for a place that's suppose to feel upscale I felt like it was missed other than the deign of the place.
Came here for dinner and Starling was a fun spot to try. We ordered the fried green beans, mushroom yakisoba, starling wings with fish sauce caramel, fried chicken sandwich, and hamachi crudo. Also got the red starling and the non-alcoholic Paloma drinks. Overall food was good and dishes were shareable. Wished that the table was a little bigger to fit the dishes better on the table. Service was also good and food came out pretty quickly. There is a parking lot but not a lot of space. They do have valet as an option. read more
2 years ago
Parking here is interesting. The lot was full. We ended up parking by the police station and walking a bit. The lot isn't big, so I expect it's a regular occurrence. They are named after the bird & draw inspiration from its global migratory nature. The cross-continental menu features dishes influenced by the Americas, Africa, Europe, and Southeast Asia. The drinks match the cuisine. I also had one of the best mocktails I've ever had! The Ted Starling! 10/10 This menu is fun to grab some items and share. What we tried: Vietnamese Coffee Martini - vodka, espresso, and sweetened condensed milk Red Starling (N/A) NA spirit, ube, cranberry, lime Hummus - chili crisp, Za'atar, sesame, crispy garlic paired with flatbread. of the menu. Very good! I loved this French Fries -curry salt w/ sambal aioli. I'd pass but the sauce was solid. Wok Fried Green Beans - garlic, soy, ginger OBSESSED this was my fav! Steamed Pork Buns - hoisin, pickled cucumber, daikon, carrots & herbs - these were a bit overcooked and chewy. Curry Cauliflower - Golden raisin, almond, cilantro. Yum I love this dish Chicken Yakisoba - wok friend noodles, chicken thighs, cobbage, carrots, scallions, crispy garlic, bonito and Japanese mayo. Loved this one: so flavorful. Tacos - Butter Chicken / Skrit Steak/ Braised Port Foster Manhattan - scotch, banana liquer, sweet vermouth, and bitters N/A Shiso Mojito - shiso, lime, soda Ube Tres Leches Cake - condensed milk, purple yam, whipped topping. So soft and tasty. Ice Cream Sandwich - churro, vanilla bean ice cream, cinnamon. I wish the churro was softer but sooo good. read more
I received a recommendation on Yelp about this new establishment and decided to visit for both lunch and dinner in two different occasions. Overall I think this is a very solid place that has something for pretty much everyone. My favorite item was the Balinese fried rice, which had a fair amount of cucumber and tomato on the side, along with shrimp paste and shallot in the fried rice with varying spice levels. I highly enjoyed consuming each grain and realized that the dish itself could even satisfy two people's hunger. Absolutely great. I also enjoyed the sticky wings which had a certain level of saltiness due to the fish sauce caramel and crispy garlic. I have never had wings like that and thoroughly enjoyed the taste and the size. The grilled sourdough had an innovative idea with anchovies on top of romenesco, almonds, manchego cheese, and of course, the sourdough bread. However, the anchovies, due to the already extremely salty taste, still ended up overpowering, and as a result didn't manage to offer an enjoyable experience. In addition, the Filipino adobo pork had some really tender braised pork shoulder, but had way too much cane vinegar that resulted in the rice extremely salty, to the point that I wasn't able to even eat it. I think maybe having little vinegar in the bowl, or simply having the vinegar in a small bowl on the side would be better for the dish. I have ordered two desserts, and both are solid choices! The ube tres leches cake had the ube taste and had the wetness of a tres leches, containing condensed milk that heightened the sweetness. The chocolate ganache is what one can imagine from a chocolate fudge, except for the fact that it was Mexican chocolate which resulted in a bit of a stimulating taste, if you have had Mexican chocolate before. Overall, a solid place that I would recommend those around the Edina area to visit. They also had good service and atmosphere which actually make this location a fitting place for a date or a friend hangout. read more
Beautiful ambiance (5/5)! As I walked in the door, I was blown away by the gorgeous art deco aesthetics featuring both natural and modern vibes. It just opened 6 weeks ago, so the place is spotlessly clean. Service was very friendly. Food was pretty good, I would love to come back to try more items from their menu. However, I do believe we're paying more for the ambiance than the food. Here's what we tried: Furikake Popcorn (2/5) very simple, I wouldn't order again unless I was starving upon arrival. Mediterranean Salad (3/5) citrus vinaigrette was nice, I wished for more feta. Tacos (4/5). Butter chicken taco was not spicy despite the chili pictured on the menu. Delicious but a bit messy from extra liquid. Skirt Steak taco was nicely grilled steak slices with a little spice (maybe in the guac). Pork belly taco had a flavorful pork belly but I was unsure if I liked the pate. Restaurant Week also included a menu with Chocolate Ganache dessert (2/5). I would rather have another taco instead. read more
1 year ago
This restaurant recently opened up in the Edina area and I had to try it while I was in town. The restaurant is so nicely decorated and made you believe you are not in Minnesota. It almost reminds me of a plush lounge in a tropical country. The food was fantastic! I tried the roasted cauliflower (it is slightly spicy even though it's not noted on the menu), the steak taco, the butter chicken taco and the ube tres leches cake. The flavors were all superb and the meats were tender. I only had one small suggestion about the whipped topping on the ube and the wait staff and kitchen staff were very open to feedback and suggestions which was very refreshing. The staff in the restaurant are very friendly and welcoming and have very good recommendations on the food. I would not hesitate to come back here for another meal! read more
Wow. The decor, the vibes, the music, everything was on point. Our server was so patient and helpful. We had a group of 5 and ordered a lot of items. The food was delicious! The sticky wings may have been my fave. Everyone at the table loved the butter chicken tacos, pork bun, I mean everything was really great. It's hard to highlight a couple items. The Vietnamese espresso martini was delicious as was the ube cosmo. Highly recommend this place. Note: parking is tough AND tight. Plan for time to find parking as their lot is pretty small. read more
I reeeaaallyy was super hopeful for this place and I'd give it a 3 1/2 if i could... Let's start with the Yay!! And work it out from there... Inside this place is super cute! Very pretty and the menu has options which I always like too! Our Non Alcoholic Ube Cosmo was good, was kinda a weird start as we requested NA but had two alcoholic drinks show up... lucky for me i was the one to taste test and catch vs my girlfriend. But that was worrying for her... I ordered the fries and the butter chicken tacos and my girl date ordered the hamachi crudo. What we didn't know is that everything comes out a different times so i had gotten my food and then we had to wait for hers... because i wasn't prepared to eat before her nor would i... And for the food.. for the price of two tacos to have almost nothing in them for chicken a bummer moment. Frys were good, be prepared the sauce it comes with is a lil spicy! Just be ready for that! I did ask girly about hers, she liked it had good flavor but it would not be something she would get again. Ube Tres Leche was delicious!! Not crazy sweet like others ive tried at past locations. And another not so super cute part... Parking is kinda a pain point for this location, not a huge lot so be prepared for that if/when you do attempt! read more
3 years ago
This is going to be the next hotspot! Cool vibe, gorgeous interior, thoughtful seating, and great food! It has it all. For starters the Furikake Popcorn is a fun and tasty change of pace. The curry cauliflower is so delicious! It may be on the spicy side for those with a more delicate palate. For me, it was perfect. We also had the yakisoba, cheeseburger, fries, and Al Carbon tacos. Everything was great! However, it gets better. The desserts are absolutely beautiful perfection. The Ube Tres Leches is yummy. I had to put the camera flashlight on to see how lovely and purple it was. The chocolate ganache tart was so very good with a nice smooth chocolate and a perfect graham crust. Definitely save room for desert. It's worth it. Can't wait to come back. read more
8 months ago
The wings were the highlight of my happy hour experience. I know other reviews said the wings were pretty salty but I personally think that's just how it goes with fish sauce and Asian food so I thought it was the perfect amount of salty flavor. Also got the fries and they weren't very flavorful despite the curry salt and sambal aoli. I would skip these next time. The drink was good, I like sweet drinks so this is good for people who don't like a super strong alcohol taste. The ube tres leche cake was more dense than I was expecting and I felt that the ube flavor wasn't quite there. Overall, I think the place has great decor and a good vibe but I'm not sure I'd come here again. read more
@starlingmn - the brunch edition returned for the good vibes, stayed for the excellent service & top-notch bites. unique menu with flavorful spins on your classic brunch orders. cannot recommend the eggs benny more - my plate was CLEANED! plates featured: bahn mi benedict steak and eggs pancakes side of fries fried chicken sandwich read more
Met for a business lunch here. It's kind of tucked away off the road and easy to overlook. So I was delighted when I walked into a really nice classy restaurant. As it was business, no alcohol, but we had a really nice lunch. My friend got the yakisoba and really liked it. I got the chicken tacos, which were suprisingly flavorful and delicious. There were these lovely pickled red onions on top that I could have eaten by the gallon. I did wish the tacos came with SOMETHING... a little salad, fries, something. It's just two tacos on a plate. But the two tacos were really good and a tasty lunch. Service was friendly and efficient. read more
Ambiance : loving the vibe with lots of greenery and bamboo makes you feel like you're on a tropical vacation. Had the hotel restaurant vibe to it. Service: was attentive and nice the food came out quick. Food: from least favorite to what I would definitely order again. Hamachi crudo: 5 out of 10, was too fishy for me. Sticky wings: 6 out of 10, the crunchy texture was good but way too salty. Over did it with the fish sauce. Japanese noodles: 6 of 10, was expecting sweet , salty, savory umami flavor but it was very sour. Pork belly bao buns:7 out of 10 Pork belly tacos: 7 out 10 Fish curry: 8 out of 10, good flavor very mild from what i'm used to so some chilli oil would be good to add on. Hummus: 8-10, good flavors would definitely order again. Ube tres leches: our table's favorite, not too sweet. Would definitely order again. The drinks were good and strong, my favorite would be the starling drinks which had a hint of ube aftertaste to it. Lovely. read more
1 year ago
We checked out this cool new resturant on a Saturday brunch. It's situated right off highway 100 under a newer apartment complex. There were plenty of parking in a small lot out front of the entrance. It is so dang cute inside! Super boho mid-centry vibes with the green velvet seating and skylight windows. The menu is a little 'exotic' I'd say. The dinner menu was what drew me in. I didn't realize they have a brunch menu and was very disappointed when I found out they weren't serving the dinner menu. They don't have sticky wings as a lunch option. So heads up guys! They don't serve that dinner menu until twoish. They still have an amazing cocktail menu though. The bloody was a little too thick for me but tasted okay. The Mexican coffee was super good and had a surprisingly sweet taste to it. My partner enjoyed the fried chicken sandwich. The fries were pretty good but the sambal aioli was very spicy for me. That being said, I don't have a great spice tolerance. The fries were a side order but it was more than plenty for two people. I'd say too much for one person. I enjoyed the Balinese fried rice but it really lacked in flavor. The shrimp paste smelled amazing but it was minimal in flavoring. I wanted a little more of the crispy shallot to bring some of the flavors out. Service was normal without issues. Prices seem a little on the high side for the dishes. I would like to come here for the dinner menu and try those stick wings. read more
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2 years ago
Really cute dining area and delicious unique brunch options. My husband had the burger and I had the cilbir. I loved the cilbir and would come back for this dish alone. He didn't let me try his burger so it must have been good! Staff was very friendly and even offered to take a family photo for us. read more
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Fourth visit since this new, classy restaurant came to Edina! Obviously my guests and I love their global menu. Servers are well prepared to explain the unique options and give guidance. Menu has a Southeast Asian and South African influence. Plan on a different choice each time I go. So far so good. read more
New mix fusion restaurant in Edina. Right off highway 100, used to be a Perkins restaurant. There's limited parking but down the road should be more street parking. Service was great, our server knew of every dish and gave us recommendations. They are 90s music hip hop, I was surprised my favorite songs were playing. I can see myself coming back to chill and drink. read more
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Starling was a really nice upscale restaurant in Edina Minnesota. There was parking on site which is really nice and we were able to get a table fairly quickly. They had good options for vegetarians and non-vegetarians and their drink menu was very unique as well. They have Asian inspired cuisines, so there are a lot of different fusion foods. I tried the pad Thai, which was nice and they had Vietnamese espresso martini, which was yummy as well, I would highly recommend for a date night date or a double date :) read more
Stopped in for Starling for a quick brunch. Such a cute interior and fun menu. We started with an espresso martini and Paloma. The Paloma was perfect for summer and the espresso martini was creamy. We split the bao and avocado toast. Bao was the perfect shareable app and the veggies made it so fresh. The avocado toast had an amazing spicy sauce underneath that we were obsessed with. Perfect combo to the avocado and eggs. Service was great and our waiter helped us pick his favorites. We got our food pretty quickly and would overall come here again! read more
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I loved the space itself. It was giving a cross between earthy and country club vibes. The server was good and continued to check on us. We even asked to move tables as the sun was in our eyes and they were able to accommodate us. The food was good but it was nothing special! Drinks were also yummy! read more
3 years ago
Came into the Starling and left with positive vibes... Great new space and dinning spot in the Edina area conveniently off Hwy 100th and 50th/Vernon Avenue. Good customer service by Staff as they are to opening this week. Will be back to enjoy! read more
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We came for drinks and also ended up sharing the tom kha soup. Our espresso martinis were fabulous. And STRONG, but delicious. The tom kha soup was such a unique and delicious flavor, we are so glad we tried it!! This is a fun little hidden gem in Edina. Really enjoyed the ambiance and our time here. read more
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