Great service, great food…read more You cannot go wrong with the fried chicken. Pair it with a Korean beer.

Food here is good overall. My spicy tofu soup with seafood doesn't come with a lot of seafood (no…read moreshrimp, clam, or squid) other than a few mussels. I paid $2 extra so that definitely not worth the money. I have had tofu soup multiple times, and I don't think it's a thing to have kimchi in there, so that was kind of weird. Chicken bulgogi was good and the side dishes were good too! The fried chicken was definitely my favorite. I loved that the fries weren't too salty and the sauce wasn't sweet either. Chicken also came in bite sizes so it was easy to just grab and eat them without making a mess. Service was good overall, and the sever kept checking in on us even though it was right before they closed.

A Study in Patience and Poultry: The Unhurried Charm of Cedar Inn…read more Tucked away on Cedar Street just outside the bustling Minneapolis perimeter, the Cedar Inn operates on a frequency entirely its own. It is an unapologetic local haunt, a room thoroughly saturated with what one might politely call "character." To cross its threshold is to accept a fundamental renegotiation of time: one must abandon any sense of urgency, as the kitchen operates with a deliberate, unhurried pacing that turns a quick bite into an extended residency. Fortunately, the establishment provides ample diversion for the wait. The space is a veritable playground of local wagering, boasting an array of gambling options that keep the atmosphere charged and the patrons thoroughly entertained while the culinary gears slowly turn. When the food does arrive, the results are largely triumphant. An order of twelve wings, efficiently partitioned among a trio of diners, proved to be the exact mathematical ideal for a shared appetizer. More importantly, they were a genuine culinary delight--crisp, well-sauced, and deeply satisfying. The supporting cast of sides was equally formidable; both the onion rings and the French fries achieved a flawless, golden perfection that many loftier kitchens struggle to master. The experience is not without its rustic quirks, of course. The beverage program is staunchly utilitarian, dispensing sodas strictly by the aluminum can. And while the fryer was clearly working magic on the potatoes and onions, the fried mushrooms suffered a tragic loss of thermal momentum, arriving at the table regrettably cold. "A good local pub has much in common with a church, except that a pub is warmer, and there's more conversation." -- Bill Vaughan Despite the sluggish tempo and the minor misstep with the mushrooms, the Cedar Inn remains a fundamentally great local spot. It is an establishment that knows exactly what it is, requiring only that you adjust your watch to its rhythm. I will certainly be returning--if only to surrender to the pacing once more and investigate the promised draw of their Tuesday tacos. If this dispatch from the local tavern scene was useful to you, please leave a like or comment below so I can keep writing these reviews for your education, preparation, and enjoyment.

I was excited to try the wings here, and they were a-okay. The wings are crispy, fresh, with a good…read moresauce (F'ed up with asian/buffalo). They are the full wing, so a half dozen order really is a dozen in a regular wing joint. The space is small, smokey, and the epitome of divey. Servers were wonderful and welcoming of new folks, very attentive. Not much drawing me back here unfortunately. Seems like they have a lot of regulars who are here often.

Great local bar and restaurant. Stopped in for takeout meal. Great experience. Friendly staff and…read morelots of choices. Over 30 beers on tap; lots of local brews. Nice variety to menu; ordered sandwiches to go. Service was fast and accurate. Took home a bison burger, a bacon blue burger and a Reuben sandwich. All the sandwiches were delicious. Would recommend this stop if you want some fast stick to the ribs bar food. Would be great for family or group, lots of space.

This neighborhood joint was cute and the food was great actually better than I expected. I knocked…read more1 star off because parking can be a nightmare.

Mona and Jeff were awesome and the food was perfect, definitely coming back, very kind and great…read moreservice!

We stopped at Stone Arch this morning while waiting for our flight out of MSP, and Drew made the…read moreexperience so much fun! His energy was absolutely top notch--he was friendly, attentive, and incredibly knowledgeable about the menu. Lots of laughs shared with our group! We had a few drinks, including the Bloody Mary with the chicken wing, which was such a fun touch. I especially enjoyed the other Bloody Mary on the menu featuring a liquor from Duluth--it was fantastic! Honestly, we were disappointed when Drew's shift was over because we would have happily stayed and hung out all day! He was the kind of server who makes you want to come back. If you're at MSP and stop into Stone Arch, ask for Drew!

Don't know what magic the pulled on the fry's but they were some of the crispiest I've had in my…read morelife. The half rack of ribs was fantastic, juicy and tender. Also had the collard greens which were great. Good stuff.

What I support for this establishment is less about its food but more about its message and the way…read moreit serves communities. Ever since 2020, the climate surrounding the George Floyd Square has changed dramatically, and this establishment has become an even stronger integral part of the community as the square itself had represented how the community thrives with its people. A lot of respect for the establishment from that perspective. In terms of food, I would say the soul food, which contained mostly sides, were the main highlight for me. The mac & cheese was salty enough. The fries were solid in a "you can't really go wrong with it" type of way. The candied yams had enough sweetness. The collard greens could taste better but standards must be lower when they're not homemade. I also enjoyed the catfish fillets as they were fried to preserve enough hotness and softness. A lot of what they served, they made on the spot, which was what may be causing longer wait for some. Meat-wise, a lot of items could use further improvement because they were too dry, such as the smoked wings and the beef brisket. The wings were dry to the point that they condensed and got extremely salty. The brisket relied a lot on the sauce and the existing fat on the meat for juiciness while the meat itself didn't have a lot of flavor or juice. As for the ribs, they had some seasoning, and tasted just fine, and weren't as dry. But I have had ribs in Texan barbeque places before and knew what "seasoned" ribs were like and therefore concluded that the ribs here were not spectacular. With all that said, however, I still will return here as often as I can because I love supporting this business. The person serving me was very hospitable and patient. I still got some pretty solid barbeque even if it's not Texas. Besides, outside just the barbeque food, the soul food was solid, like I had mentioned above.

The owners here were super nice. Will say that this is a place where you want to take it to go…read more Wings were delicious. I brought this to a friends potluck event and it was gone within the first hour. Will recommend calling them ahead of time to put in an order. Additionally, you will need to find street parking.

I had the house fried rice, chicken egg rolls and fried catfish. Maaan I'm telling you all three…read morevery good and the price is very reasonable and not high. The owners are very welcoming and this is a great food spot for your seafood to go highly recommended.

This is fresh on everything, the type of pizza dough that does not bog you down, but fresh and…read morecrisp... great ingredients and nice layout if you want to eat in too with a good, clean bar setting and tables for big groups, families, etc. The servers are professional, attentive and friendly. Definitely a go-to for fresh pizza and related items! Cheers!

From what I had heard, Pizza Novara in Bloomington (near Mall of America) was owned or established…read moreby the same person as Joey Nova's in Excelsior. I therefore wanted to give it a try, since I think that Joey Nova (and Elmar Pizza) are the best New York-style pizzas in the Twin Cities. However, there is no ownership or any other ties between Pizza Novara and Joey Nova. Although they both serve New York style pizza and you can get a whole pie or a slice, that's where the similarity ends. My wife and I tried two different kinds of slices. I opted for the plain cheese, while my wife got the pepperoni. As an ex-New Yorker, i would say the pizza here is OK, but doesn't hit as well as the other two restaurants that I mention above. The pizza is ordered at the counter and brought to your table when ready. Both my wife and I thought the counter person was a bit snippy when asked a few questions about the pizza. Nothing terrible, but not particularly welcoming. There are lots of hotels surrounding this restaurant and I'm sure they get a lot of business (take-out and delivery) from the hotels and it's certainly better than most of the chains. The restaurant is bright and cheerful and there are tables to sit at if you want to eat in the restaurant.

I would order from wings & things super late at night after a night out with friends and i was…read morealways pleased. The wings are insanely tasty and filling! perfect for a late night snack or even a take out dinner!

3.5 stars. Spice not too spicy (don't get the chipotle spice). Wings were good though. Absolutely…read moredo not get the mozzi sticks either. No cheese in them.