We have been here quite a few times and previously , the food was mediocre. However, as of recently, the menu changed (and maybe the chef?) and the food is amazing! The halibut with couscous is a favorite. The charcuterie board is huge and delicious. The pasta is very flavorful. They have great drinks including one of our top espresso martinis in the cities. There is dining room seating but also a great lounge area. Some nights have live music which is really fun, usually jazz. read more

Wow! We went to the Vikings -Colts Game last night and stopped her for dinner. What a Vibe and the food was great! The decor and ambiance - SPOT ON! Definitely stop in and experience it for yourself. read more

Ate at the bar. Great service. So many options of delicious food and drink. Started with a gin and cucumber cocktail and some oysters on the half shell. Superb. Then had a legit Caesar with anchovy. Crisp, cold, wonderful. Ended with their version of a Manhattan. Wonderful, beautiful meal. read more

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Recently visited Umbra, the space and ambiance was beautiful but the food was very overpriced and underwhelming. The service was decent, nothing to rave about. They were out of several liquors and a few menu items. The Red Pepper Bruschetta, Halibut and Scallops we're the favorites of the evening. The Steak Frites was a complete flop, it was charred and tough literally had to saw through it with the provided knife - for $60 this was not worth it. We also tried the Walleye Cakes and Pesto Bucatini which were decent. Overall kind of a lame experience, wouldn't go out of my way to return. read more

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Came here before the Rammstein concert the other day. We thought we'd be the only people headed to that concert after our meal, but we were wrong! This created lots of cross-tables conversation which was thoroughly enjoyable. Umbra itself was amazing though. The food was plentiful and the drinks were STRONG! We got the charcuterie board and a couple of house cocktails. The charcuterie board was full of so many things.. meats, cheeses, apricots, yogurt covered raisins, peppers, tomatoes.. and a few other things, all of which was super yummy! The service was beyond, the atmosphere a total vibe. Capping the experience off with one of the best espresso martinis I've ever had.. classic! Definitely can't wait to go back! read more

Umbra - New American Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

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Umbra did not live up to its billing, I'm sorry to say. I was sorry to see many of the items on Yelp reviews (like the very unique pork cheeks) were not available. "New menu," explained the bartender, who could not take a dinner order since I was waiting for a table. No big deal. I suppose I could settle for the ordinary hamburger or fried chicken sandwich. But not wanting to order the ordinary at a highly touted and very trendy restaurant, I ordered an overpriced ($60) steak frites and a glass of Paso Robles cabernet ($14). The steak was USDA choice, not prime, and a little too chewy to live up to its Wagyu billing - at a price similar to what steakhouses charge for prime! The bearnaise sauce was excellent, though. Both were surrounded by French fries which were either overcooked or cooked on cold oil-- whatever it is that make them clear and greasy rather than have a creamy inside and a crisp outside. Still, dipping greasy fries in bearnaise is a most decadent pleasure! Table side service was excellent and ambience, exceptional. read more

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Great food and service!! Smash burger was excellent. My wife ordered the chicken burger which was a little dry. Waitress gave us a smash burger to go for the dry chicken burger. Excellent customer service read more

Ordered the pizza since I overheard people raving about it and I was not disappointed! Cauliflower crust was crispy nice flavor from the sausage. I ordered the same thing a couple of days later! read more

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Very cool spot! Dinner menu has been improving, drinks are always great. I recommend sitting at the bar if you see KK behind the bar, she'll light up your evening and make you a fantastic espresso martini and make sure you're comfortable and fed. As far as hotel bars go, this place is slept on. Great place to meet people from around the world and make great conversation, or sit quietly in one of the many seating areas and regain your energy after a long day or week. read more

Disappointing experience for a high end restaurant. Food was so so. No silverware, no containers for sugar no spoon. Food was disappointing. Poor service. Avoid there are better places to spend money. read more

Our server Robert was awesome. Obviously had a lot of knowledge about the menu. Food and beverage. We took his recommendation about the prosciutto wrapped Monkfish. It was one of the Best Seafood dishes we have Ever eaten. We used to live in New England where Monkfish is readily available and prepared many different ways. But the combination of the perfectly cooked fish with prosciutto, tomato butter and saffron couscous...the Best! Great service. Cool atmosphere. Perfect drinks. Even the bread was great. Five stars! read more

A M A Z I N G ! Stumbled across this place looking for a restaurant in the city to celebrate my niece's birthday. The waiter was extremely helpful with recommendations and knowledgeable about where the food and ingredients are sourced from. It is tucked into Downtown Minneapolis and provides a nice ambiance. It's pretty spacious, so would be a great spot for a large group. Mussels: 8/10, If you like mussels, this is the dish for you. The base is a tomato sauce cooked in clam broth. Surprisingly, very tasty and not too fishy. Octopus: 7/10, Octopus could be done very well or very terribly. In this case, it was delicious! Not much of an octopus fan, but of course, was a must try. Not rubbery at all and I appreciated the sauce. Scallops: 7/10, The scallops were cooked perfectly! Definitely surprised to have the scallops topped with crisped meat, a little too meaty for me. Ribeye: 10/10, Saved the best for last! Funny story, my niece and I wanted our own individual slice of Ribeye. Thankfully, the Waiter convinced us otherwise because this portion is HUGE! Cooked to your liking, various sauces, and definitely worth its price. My niece and I thoroughly enjoyed this. Overall, experience was a 10/10. We even got a birthday decoration and dessert! Definitely will have to come back with my family. read more

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It was a nice restaurant inside the canopy hotel where we stayed during our Minneapolis visit. I loved the design of the hotel, therefore the restaurant. We tried their breakfast menu only. The server was nice. The portions of the meal were quite big. I got a house waffle. It was very simple. They just made 1 regular size of waffle and cut some fresh strawberries on top of it. Syrup and butter were on the side. My partner got the steak&eggs. It looked good. He didn't complain, so I'm assuming it was good, lol. I tried the potato only. It was yummy and crispy. Next time, if I stay at the same hotel again, I may consider trying other items on the menu again. Otherwise, I don't think I would make a trip for it. read more

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Do not let the reviews fool you into thinking this is a decent restaurant! They use menus that haven't been updated to match the food that actually comes from the kitchen. Our steaks were not cooked to order and contained so much fat and gristle that more than half of them went into the trash. The staff seem uninterested in assisting patrons despite having reservations. Their new chef has a long way to go before this restaurant serves anything worth eating, but I suggest starting with someone that can manage the front of the house to ensure guests feel welcomed, not like a burden. I live nearby, but I doubt I make a trip back here. My friend's birthday celebration was less than ideal...so pick a better spot if you want to enjoy your food! read more

Had some friends in town, so was trying to find a quaint little happy hour place and this popped up. It was my first time checking it out, so had no expectations whatsoever. I was very impressed!! Was immediately greeted upon entering, and since it was right at the start of Happy Hour, not too many people inside. We decided to sit at the bar, the bartender immediately came over with some water and gave us some of the specials for the afternoon. We each ordered a beverage, and also ordered Lobster Nachos, lamb Sliders, and Bruschetta flatbread. Even though the bartender said the Lobster Nachos had some 'heat' to them, didn't know what to expect since most Minnesotans think ketchup is a hot sauce. (Jk) First bite of the nachos with huge chunks of lobster was delicious, it wasn't until the second bite where the first bite came back and hit ya. It did pack a punch, which I wasn't expecting. (I had just come back from Guadalajara where one of their sauces had a 3-chili sauce, which for three days my mouth was still on fire). Of course this one didn't last more than a few minutes, but I was impressed with the great surprise. The lamb sliders were good. Nothing out of the ordinary. Simple, elegant, and delicious. The flatbread was delicious, could've had more, but was full by the time we were done. I would definitely love to come back and try out more of their Happy hour menu!! read more

Umbra - Trying out a new happy hour place downtown Minneapolis - New American Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

Stayed at hotel and went for Sunday breakfast. Sat there 15 minutes and even though they served table next to us, NEVER even came by to ask if we wanted coffee. Very understaffed. Left and went to Starbucks. read more

My my my!! I was at a corporate relations conference and had the luxury of dining with the associate VP of corporate engagement from my university at Umbra. He was no cheapskate so I ordered well. Unfortunately, I was already full from a night of partying and drinking, however, I needed the chance to network. I ordered the halibut over carrots and risotto. So delicious. Tender and all around flavorful. 2 people ordered the NY strip with what looked like bone marrow and salad. Someone else ordered a salad. The drinks were also very good. I assume because we were spending well they didn't rush us to leave because they were definitely wrapping up. I would most definitely return if ever in Minneapolis.. the down lights, the high ceilings, and ambiance was everything needed for a nice dinner. read more

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Exquisitely revered dining experience, anyone? Umbra Minneapolis is for you. The Canopy Hotel has you covered for an exalted experience, whether you're staying in upscale comfort as a guest in their lovely digs or just decide to make a reservation for an amazing meal. Chef Kevin Aho has cultivated an amazing menu from seasonal ingredients, all with a global twist, which goes beyond quite anything else you'll find in the twin cities. Everything is in a class by itself and you owe it to yourself to check out this new summer menu. What we ordered: Alligator ~ tempura | sea dog rub | raspberry | habanero **you won't find many gator dishes in the metro let alone something with so many unique flavors such as this** Pork Cheek ~ apple | fava | demi | leek **as tender as tender gets and accoutrements are the perfect blend of sweet vs savory** Arancini ~ ras el hanout | amb | saffron | mint jello | yogurt **texturally alluring and a lot of bold flavors. Possibly a new fave starter for me--of all time. Yep I said that** Rock Hen ~ spinach fricassee | shitake **outstanding crunch and super juicy throughout** 16oz NY Strip ~ bone marrow | bacon jam | blue fromage **admitted bone marrow freak over here. This is the elevated and unique steak pairing you've been looking for. Bleu and bacon jam pairs wonderfully** Desserts ~ Apple Tatin | Seasonal Cheesecake | Chocolate Cake **don't pass on dessert here because the pastry chef has equally mad skills** read more

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The restaurant had a cute aesthetic and allowed guests a view of the kitchen. However, there was an overpowering foul scent that lingered throughout the evening. The food itself was good, but slightly overpriced for the quantity. read more

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Don't eat here with a large group. We were not able to get separate checks and when it was time to pay they could not accept multiple credit cards to pay the bill. 45 minutes and multiple credit card charges we finally had to use 1 to pay the bill. Problem could have been avoided if they allowed separate checks for 5 couples. Ridiculous and totally put a damper on the evening. Server was impatient and food was lackluster. Save yourself some aggravation and go somewhere else. We are still trying to get incorrect charges removed. read more

I had the absolutely best time on my recent visit to Umbra which is actually located inside the canopy in Minneapolis. I got to meet Chef Kwvin who was super nice & Umbra had just released their new summer menu. I was pleased to see so many MN collaborations with their food/drink menu. They use Fairbault Cheese Caves, revier cattle, ironshoe farms, and comfrey farm pork. These are all MN based which I love! It was wonderful evening with our fantastic server Peter! He was so kind & helpful with my million questions. What we had : Alligator - Tempura Alligator season w/ Sea Dof Rub and topped with raspberry & habanero. This was only my 2nd time having alligator. The first being at the fair & this was quite a different experience. The texture & flavors were really fantastic. I would definitely get this dish again. Arancini- These were lamb meat balls layed over yogurt & season w/ ras el hanout & topped with mint jello. The flavor journey was wonderful. This was one of my favorite items of the evening. Pork Cheek - Made w/ apple, fava, demi -glace, & leek. This was super tender & the pork cheek was sauced with a nice demi -glace. Rock Hen - The Chicken was cooked perfect & the outside was nice and crisp. The white sauce had shitake, spinach, and pepper drops. The sauce was absolutely to die for! What a beautiful and flavorful dish! New York Strip - This was a 16oz strip topped with bacon jam and blue cheese & it came with bone marrow. So delicious. This was smy first bone marrow experience! Each entrée comes with a choice of soup, side salad, or Caesar salad. I tried the soup of the day. Desserts: Apple Tatin - This upside down apple tart was made with apples, puff pastry, caramel, cinnnomon, and a side of vanilla bean ice cream. Seasonal Cheese Cake- Raspberry topped with pistachios. Im a cheesecake fan & this was so good! Chocolate Cake- always a simple and tasty pleasure! Made with Chocolate, caramel, and a side of chocolate ice cream. The experience was fantastic from the service, food, drinks, and atmosphere. Every person was so kind & helpful. I can't wait to go back & try breakfast. read more

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Took over 1 hr to get our food, and the food was super disappointing. Bread was stale and untoasted. Avocado was brown and unripe. Salad was wilted. Truly a bad meal. read more

Just fine for a hotel bar. They sometimes have service in the lobby area with couches, but it really depends on the staffing availability. Limited beer and wine selection, but they have a full bar and seems like cocktails are the way to go here. Have been several times and it's just a nice lobby bar to enjoy for happy hour or a pre-dinner drink. Space is really pretty in the historic building. If you want a drink and comfy seat on a hot summer day, this is a good spot to swing by. read more

Got in late to the hotel. We generally don't eat at hotel restaurants as we like to explore. But since it was late we decided to just eat in house. Glad we did! Everything was great. We had drinks, the tips appetizer (which ended up being full pork ribs), the house salad and the elk steak. Everything was delicious! The salad was loaded with yummy and the pomegranate vinaigrette was great. The elk was cooked perfectly and was so good! All in all happy we stayed here ! read more

Umbra - New American Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

Pull up a chair and indulge yourselves! UMBRA is a crowd FAVORITE! Not only is the decor impeccable - the staff carries themselves with a whole new level of kindness and professionalism that goes beyond my vocabulary - and the live jazz music in the lounge takes the vibe to a whole new level that's out of this universe! If there's ever been a time and a place to treat yourself this is it! Pictured -- Expresso Martini Charcuterie board & Beef Rossini read more

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unwelcoming atmosphere! My family of 4 decided to check out this restaurant after church today and left within a couple of minutes because we felt so uncomfortable and unwelcome. when we entered, a waiter looked over at us , turned his back , and did not acknowledge us. He kept talking to his co worker (a bartender). we stood waiting for a minute while he casually talked to the bartender. I then raised my hands and said, hello, we are here to eat. can you please seat us? He glanced over and said nothing so the bartender offered us a menu. At this point, my husband, the kids, and I decided to leave and have our weekly Sunday brunch elsewhere, perhaps somewhere where we'd be greeted and welcomed. If you're wondering, we are of African/Black descent. read more

Fantastic servers, food, and ambiance. Their bathrooms, bars, hang outs, and seating arrangements are wonderful. Extremely fond of the dim lighting and eased environment. Drinks are made wonderfully! read more

Umbra - Flatbread - New American Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

Stars are only for the service and atmosphere. Very accommodating and great ambience. But food was not good and overpriced. There were about 10 of us and nobody liked their dish. Steak and lambchops were dry and tasteless. The only thing that was decent was the pork belly, alligator and soup. Drinks are normally pretty good- but for whatever reason it wasn't that evening. Would not recommend for a place to eat. read more

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Third time's another charm, and another satisfying meal at this restaurant within the Canopy Hotel by Hilton! Love the ambiance in this great spot, including the modern, well appointed Canopy Hotel. A feast everywhere for the eyes . . And a feast at the table. Great location for a restful moment in these crazy times! read more

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Great ambience, I mean the music alone is reason enough to go to Umbra when they have live jazz. Shoutout to our waiter, who doubled up as the barman for his attentiveness and friendly service. Salad was great, just remember to ask for the raspberry vinaigrette. The lobster risotto was plated beautifully and very tasty. All in all a wonderful experience here read more

Umbra - Salad with Salmon - New American Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

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Excellent duck fat frites. Good ambiance and rarely busy. Really nice if you staying at the hotel. read more

Umbra - Duck fat frites fries. Excellent. - New American Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

Visited during the Viking/Packer weekend. Ambiance was lively, service was prompt, and food was good! What else could you possibly ask for.

Went here for drinks and appetizers, then breakfast the next morning. The drinks came and were ok. The appetizers, however took 35 minutes for the first one to show up, a flat bread, and another 15 minutes more for the bruschetta. What actually came was another flatbread so I don't know if it was just mistake or if they just don't know what bruschetta is. It wasn't bad, just not what was ordered. Breakfast was a fail. We had four in our party. One ordered an Americana, two ordered the yogurt parfait, and I ordered the steel cut oatmeal. The Americana came out in reasonable time, but the other three orders didn't come for 15 more minutes. Both yogurt parfaits were ordered with wheat toast but came with English muffins. The oatmeal was rolled oats and NOT steel cut. I love steel cut and was very disappointed. We didn't have time to send the orders back. Service was slow. Orders were wrong. Loved the hotel, but won't be back to Umbra. read more

We got a reservation here for the "Christmas pop up" event. There was like 10 decorations. We got sat in the corner at a table that only had one chair and the hostess had to drag a chair from across the room for my guest to sit in. We had to ask for the holiday drink menu which seemed like an afterthought (like the decor) which only had like 5 options. I think they have some live music with better decorations on the other side of the restaurant but since there's the chance you might get seated on the side with no decorations like us, you may never see or hear it. Our appetizers were pretty yummy and the service was decent but our Christmas experience was a let down! Save your time and book at a different holiday bar! read more

Great craft cocktails! Charcuterie board was wonderful. Peter made the meal. Best service. Wagu burger solid as was the bruschetta flat bread. read more

Food and drink were good, but the service was deplorable. My wife and I were unattended for ONE HOUR by staff. Not even water was given to us. I will not be returning, ever. read more

Wine to umbra during a business trip. I was thrown off because it's a Hilton restaurant and on the map I thought it was in the hotel but it's a standalone. Walking in, it has a nice upscale modern vibe. The bar looked nice but we sat in a large round booth that was very comfortable. Overall the setting and location works. The food, half the group ordered the pork chop and the other sea bass. I referred the pork chop. It's a hearty pork chop with a beautiful glaze. The the mashed potatoes and and cream pairing were amazing. Everyone devoured the pork chop saying it was juicy and flavorful. I agree with the flavor but my medium pork chop was not juicy. It was bone dry. It was tasty just wish it wasn't so dry. Everyone raves about the Sea bass maybe I should have ordered that?? This place was good overall; I'll go there again. Give it a try and let me know what you think! read more

Good bar and the restaurant is fairly good. Plus they are really close to the Vikings stadium!

Super slow service and very dry meat. Also super loud and difficult to converse. Wouldn't recommend.

Went for a great date night around 6pm. Service was great and attentive, decor updated, and menu while somewhat limited was perfect. The halibut with risotto was great, the taste of the risotto was perfect. Partner had the lamb, which was definitely the winner of the meal. Highly recommend. Split the Mediterranean flat bread, which was so flavorful without being over powering, overall such a great experience. Food: * * * * * Drink: * * * * * Service: * * * * * Will go back again for sure. read more