I've been to mallards a few times now and always is amazing!…read more Our usual go to is the shrimp boil for two. This shrimp boil is some of the best in Minnesota that I've had! We've brought countless friends here to try it and it's a heafty feat! You get around 40 to 50 pieces of shrimp, around 10 things of potatoes, six things of corn, and sausage too... it's humongous. You really get your moneys worth! If I'm being honest I haven't tried anything else here but I can assume it's equally amazing! I'm really looking forward to coming back here in the summer and enjoying this on their outdoor patio. But so far really love mallards and will always recommend it as it go to spot for anything seafood related! At our most recent stop our waiter was kind gave us lots of recommendations and was quick to refill our drinks or ask if we needed anything throughout our entire experience. This goes for each time we've been here, the service has always been wonderful. I find it this location really unique and it sits on upscale while also being able to be casual. Thank you Mallards for a wonderful time!

Mallards is a chain and it lives up to its name for sure…read more The seafood and american options were abundant. Service was absolutely phenomenal with a nice and calm ambiance. Held a work meeting in here. The corn fritters were delicious, especially with the lime crema. The surf and turf was the perfect amount of food. Overall a great place for a mix of people eating

This is the 3rd Mallards location i've been to over the last year & generally seafood isn't my…read morething, which is why i've never had interest in going. This location is blocks away from my job as well as close to home. I recently looked over the menu and found that they offered quite a few non seafood options that sounded good enough for me. The menu at this location is a bit different than the others. They have some daily specials, HH and even some seasonal dishes. I went with the Tennessee Hot Chicken sandwich and my mom got the Crispy Lemon Chicken. The sandwich was good, wasn't as spicy as I hoped it would be but still good. I upgraded chips to cajun fries and those were good. The Crispy Lemon chicken was okay to me, my mom enjoyed it but didn't like the mashed potatoes it came with. She said they were too lumpy. We also shared a crab cake - still too fishy for me lol, but my mom liked it. I got a raspberry lemon drop martini and it was a bit watered down tasting but I'd definitely go back and try some other options. Our server was really nice and attentive. Made the experience overall great. Generally a nice space/atmosphere.

Had family dinner with my in-laws at mallards, they ordered some appetizers the only one I tried…read morewas the jalapeno cornbread which was extremely good. My salad was great, service was decent a little slow but they were busy, so not anything to be upset about. Espresso martini was on point. Overall a very good experience.

The crab cakes were very good, freshly made and delicious. The lobster roll was also very good. The…read morechocolate cake was HUGE and looked very good, but I will have to come back for that.

I've been to the Bloomington location and that is WAY better than this one…read more.. There is plenty of parking and it is close to off the highway, so decent location. Walking inside the first thing I noticed was the lack of decor and warmth in this place. The pictures are hanging up spaced unevenly. The boards above the booths are not screwed into the wall. It honestly looks and feels tacky. There is a lack of decor and the lighting is too harsh. It feels like someone is moving out. Our server and the other employees, are the only reason I'm giving this place 2 stars. They were absolutely lovely and helped one another out. Our water glasses were filled multiple times and our server was very sweet. The food: we started with a beer and mojito. The beer was good. The Mojito was too strong and too sweet. It was really strange... Then we had the lobster bisque. It was very peppery and lacked flavor. There was only one piece of lobster and it had a strange after taste to it. The jerk chicken nachos were awesome is flavor but sooo greasy. See the pictures. I got the hot chicken and waffles. The texture of the chicken was great!! And the waffles were tasty! But these chicken tenders are very spicy and I could only get through half the meal. I would love if you could pick a non spicy version!! My boyfriend got a lobster roll and said it was good not great and the fries were pretty standard. We will not be back to this location. If you want to try this place, I would recommend the Bloomington location!

I ate at this Mallards for my second time yesterday while visiting the fish store. The first time…read morewas better, having had the lobster bisque and both lobster rolls, which were all decent. This time, we went with their gluten friendly options: the jambalaya, veggie fries and blackened fish tacos. Both were OK. The jambalaya was not good; the situation with the vegetables especially was not it. They were cut julienned rather than diced and they were overcooked and mushy. The flavor of the overall dish didn't have your classic jambalaya taste so it was all a bit off, and the meat didn't have much flavor to them individually. The tacos were what you would expect when ordering, good adding some hot sauce. The side of veggie fries were good, I really appreciated that option for a side. Service was alright both times. First visit was maybe a 4 stars and second visit was a strong 2 stars, so my review is averaging to a 3.

We've been here a few times and have always had a great experience. The atmosphere is comfortable…read moreand inviting with lots of windows. The service is friendly with decent wait times for our meals. We happened to be there during happy hour and the cocktails were delicious - $4/5 margaritas and sangrias! We had the crab cakes for appetizers and it was savory and tangy! Super yummy! I had the Barramundi Rodrico and it was delicious!! My husband had the fish and chips and it was also delicious! Highly recommend this spot and we will definitely come back!

Khaluna is easily one of my favorite restaurants in Minneapolis! The flavor profiles here are…read moreincredible -- every dish feels thoughtful, unique, and packed with bold Southeast Asian-inspired flavors. It definitely leans more on the $$$ side, but the quality and overall experience make it worth it for a special night out. The vibe of the restaurant is one of my favorite parts though. It has such a warm, stylish atmosphere that feels both upscale and welcoming at the same time. The lighting is cozy, the decor is beautiful without feeling overdone, and the whole space has a trendy but relaxed energy that makes you want to stay awhile. It's perfect for date nights, catching up with friends, or celebrating something special without feeling overly formal. The staff has always been friendly and attentive too, which really adds to the overall experience.

Khâluna is such an interesting spot! The decor is super modern and cute, service staff was…read moreexcellent, and I could absolutely see them being in the running for a Michelin star one day (like the rumors have been saying!)...but there are a few things that could take the experience to the next level. First, I really wish we had been provided ice for our water since it's served from their room temp tap water vase setup. Also, the menu is VERY hard to read and I had a lot of questions about the ingredients. I just don't feel like our server walked us through the dishes/options very well, which would've helped a ton for first timers! Also, I wanted to try the Massaman for yummy brisket, but sadly they were out of it and didn't let us know until we tried ordering this meal. I wish they were proactive about letting us know it's out. With that being said, the food itself was still very yummy overall! For apps, the Siin Swan (beef jerky) is a MUST! It was a huge portion for the price and honestly one of the best values on the menu. The Thai basil wings were also incredible and definitely worth ordering here (or at Gai Noi or Lat14 if you've never had them before), they're so flavorful and crispy! For the "shareable" dishes, we ordered the green curry octopus and scallop crudo. I'm normally terrified of octopus/tentacles, but this dish was actually super good! The potatoes, peas, and bacon alongside it were delicious. The only thing missing was the green curry sauce didn't have a ton of flavor, which could've been the wow factor that pushed the dish over the top. The scallop crudo was a beautiful presentation, but looked nothing like the photos on Khâluna'a website. It's served cold in a chilled coconut lime broth. I personally LOVE lime and enjoyed it, but everyone else at the table thought it was overpowering. Also, the portion size was shockingly tiny for a dish labeled "to share" and costing $30+. These definitely felt more apps (or even individual entrees) than table shareables. I wish they changed this! The Laksa entrée was SO yummy! The peanut/chili tasting curry broth poured tableside was such a fun touch, and I appreciated it being served separately. Perfectly cooked shrimp, tofu, and all the toppings made this dish one of my favorites of the night. The bucatini, which I believe is one of their signature dishes, was also excellent, but definitely not your classic Italian bucatini, so just know that prior to ordering! It had chili/onion crunch toppings and a very undercooked homemade noodle, but somehow still worked because it was lightly sauced yet packed with flavor. Super unique and delicious! For dessert, the pecan shortbread was amazing with a homemade chocolate mousse that was TO DIE FOR! Don't skip this! Overall, really good eats, beautiful atmosphere, and creative dishes, but definitely a bit hit-or-miss when it comes to portion size and value for the price. I'm curious how their brunch is next!

Here NEVER disappointed - WE LOVE the bar area. Service outstanding, food never disappointed…read morethere either. We always feel welcomed, we ARE frequent guests and are recognized BTW. Sunday they open at 10a for brunch and stay OPEN UNTIL 8pm. Ignore the APP saying open @ 4:00pm. They DO NOT stop after brunch then RE-OPEN AT4pm any longer

We did a family birthday celebration here. The 6 of us enjoyed a variety of cocktails to get us…read moregoing. We shared the apps of fried calamari and crab cakes. Very tasty. Calamari had a nice crispy coating and crab cakes came with a white sauce everyone loved. I chose the teriyaki salmon as my entree. It came with sweet potato mash and sweet peas. Loved the potatoes but the peas in their pods were a bit too stringy to eat. Also wish my meal was a few degrees hotter but it was still tasty. There were several other entrees chosen at our table. The fish and chips were good but we wish we would have not gotten the iojo potato. The halibut was excellent and the surf and turf got very high ratings as well. Filet was cooked to perfection. As it was my daughter's birthday, she got a free brownie/ice cream dessert which was exceptional. The menu has many options I'd like to check out. Will be back soon.

Barley & Vine has been so hit and miss. Sometimes it is amazing and other times very poor. This…read morevisit was very good. Our group had several entrees and a large side of fries for the table. We have someone searching for the perfect fries. These were very good but not perfect - the search continues. We all sampled multiple entrees and were happy with ours. After a few bad burgers I won't order them here anymore. Don't miss the bread pudding - it is a highlight.

I went to Barley and Vine with a large group of around 16, and they did a fantastic job…read moreaccommodating us, and they managed to do it with fantastic service. Had us seated quickly and got drinks out pretty quickly. During this dinner I drank a Cherry Manhattan and ate Cajun Bourbon pasta. I typically love a Manhattan but I wasn't impressed with this Cherry Manhattan. It seemed like it was pure whisky and a drop of sweet Vermouth. The ratio of the cocktail was definitely all wrong. Good thing I like straight whiskey I guess. The Cajun Bourbon pasta was good, but I wouldn't venture to say great. It was overly creamy and just didn't pack any spice that you'd expect to be associated with Cajun. Overall it just lacked a richness in flavor. I would still recommend this spot despite food and drink being average. Barley and Vine had a beautiful location with some magnificent wood working that is a feast for the eyes. Additionally they bring in live music on Saturdays so that adds some enjoyment if you appreciate loud live music. 4/5 due to these many factors mentioned.

First and foremost, thank you Juan for taking very good care of me while I was dining. Very…read moreattentive and pretty good recommendations. This restaurant is stunning. I sat in the corner and ordered up Chilaquiles Rojo with my eggs being over medium. Honestly, one of the best chilaquiles and it's a newly added item. Go me! Coffee was good and I did ask for a few different hot sauces. I have to say the Garlic habanero was nowhere near being hot for my fiery taste. I'm appreciative of the discount that was given due to my company and when I come back again (which most likely I will) I will be dining here again.

I've been here before and had better experience, so this might be a one-off, but last night the…read moreservice was absolutely atrocious. Slow.... Waited WAY too long for every step in the process. Ordering...getting the food...checking back...getting the check. Brutal The food was mostly good. Portions are small for some items, like the gnocchi (seriously, how expensive is flour...for almost $20, we should get more that 18 pieces). My burger was great and the sweet potato tots were crisp and delicious Just can't get over how bad the service was.

Early dinner reservation. Seated right away. Mildly noisy in restaurant and bar area but. It…read moreannoying. Great server, don't have her name but she was very good. Started with beverages and ordered an appetizer, the Burrata Crostini which was exceptional!! I had the Manhattan and my wife had the Old Fashioned and both were very nicely done. My wife ordered the chicken parmigiana which was very good and a huge portion. I ordered the Compart Duroc Pork Chop which was prepared perfectly medium rare with a side of asparagus and garlic mashed potatoes. Mmmm good. Creme brulee and one other dessert which were both very nicely prepared and very good! We will be back here again for dinner as well as beverages and apps.

Margie's is a great local spot for brunch! There is a great variety of breakfast options and you…read morehave to try the MKC potatoes! Always have a great experience at Margie's and their food is always made with high quality and pride!

I cannot recommend this place enough. Being from Minnesota originally and eating at this restaurant…read moreso many times what I can tell you is they're consistency is never off. It's always delicious. Make sure you get something from the rotisserie chicken menu because their food with the chicken always hits hard. Cajun chicken pasta is always one of my strong go to... But honestly everything is tasty there. It's a suburb of the Twin Cities and so you know the people and staff are extremely friendly. Your water glass will never go empty nor will your cocktail glass. The restaurant has aviation decor which makes it fun and whimsical. I highly recommend if you're anywhere near this place to go try it it's very affordable, very good service, and like I said it's consistent and it's excellence and taste. Great place to catch up with friends and just have a wonderful dinner with your significant other

Lunch specials always welcome. Chose a walleye sandwich with Cole slaw today, even though I usually…read morechoose rotisserie chicken dishes! Parker took good care of me. Prompt and friendly service always and I'll be back!