We stopped here after a long run in Minneapolis and weren't disappointed! We had heard of it…read morebefore, but never got around to making a trip in, now after having it we'll probably be adding them as a go-to. We ordered the Lotus Bahn Mi, the Beef Lo Mein, and the Eggrolls. The Lo Mein was delicious, the egg rolls were some of the best we've had in the Twin Cities, and the Bahn Me had such a refreshing taste paired with an amazing bread. I'd recommend all 3 dishes. The place is a little small, but very cute and cozy. Staff was extremely nice, and attentive. They were happy to talk about the options as well. We'll definitely be back, next time I'm going to try their Pho!

He Said: I have been going to Lotus for so many years. A big credit to the family who runs Lotus,…read morebecause the restaurant has been an institution for so many years. Service is friendly, the food is tasty, and the price is affordable. With all that said, the restaurant has some things that might turn off some people. Parking can be hard to find; there have been altercations in the area; also, the last time we went the restaurant it was not very clean. We will continue to visit the restaurant, but I want to make it known to others about all my experiences. Pros: - Several. We have always felt the hospitality is superb. Cons: - Mentioned in the above description.

Hai hai is such a gorgeous restaurant with incredible food. Every dish had tons of flavor and I…read morethink it's perfect for a family style meal with a group! Our server was super helpful answering all of our questions. Here's what we ordered - I would eat it all again. - Laab lettuce wraps - Balinese chicken thigh - Hanoi sticky rice - Hat yai fried chicken - Vietnamese crepe - Passion fruit posset The restaurant has a tiny parking lot, but there is also street parking available in the neighborhood.

Everything was fabulous... We sat out on the patio... It was less noisy, and they had from…read moreventures, which were much easier to sit on than the seats... The food was amazing... Very creative and small bites and fun fun to share We love the crêpe, the dumplings, and the tofu... I think the tofu was my favorite This place is highly recommended, but I would say they need to change their uncomfortable chairs ASAP I have a big problem and I was not able to sit in them at all, but the bench was just fine In addition, the service was prompt and amazing and not intrusive but helpful It's truly worth a visit

Even today, I can't imagine chè đậu trắng Without my mom,…read morehaving half this dessert Milked in coconut cream with a faint Scent of its husk. One day And then for many other days, Tracy gave me this last course After my order, before I left.

So I went to Eat Street to get lunch and Chinese groceries, and discovered that my go-tp Vietnamese…read moredive, Pho Tau Bay, is closed until fall due to construction. Well thinking I would go to Pho Hua instead, I pulled intonthe Shuang Hur Grocer's parking lot thinking I'd grab a few things before heading north on Eat Street. Then I saw signs on the Shuang Hur building for a (new to me) Vietnamese joint in the same building. Boy was I pleasantly surprised! My Huong is an 8-top hole in the wall across the parking lot from the rear of El Nuevo Mariachi Restaurant. The place is homely, small, but brightly lit and plenty of day light through the picture windows overlooking Eat Street. It's a big contrast to Pho 79 type places that are dim and short on ambience. The clientele shows. Instead of just a bunch of Asians throwing down Pho, it's a mix like you'd see at Quang or Eat Street Crossing. I was seated right away, was greeted by a cheery Vietnamese lady, and ordered Hu Tieu Bo Khu (Beef Stew Noodle Soup.) It was a dish I haven't seen before even though I have been to so many Vietnamese places (see my other reviews and lists.) The dish came very quickly, and I was shocked that they didn't bring it with a veggie plate. Oh well. Well the best way I could describe Hu Tieu Bo Khu, its basically a pot roast over noodles. So the beefy broth like a less spicey version of Bun Bo Hue, with flavors of lemongrass and star anise, nicely garnished already with what would have been on a veggie plate. The broth was delicious, slightly sweet with the carrots, and the beef was fall apart amazingly stewed with deep flavor. There were other menu items like Curry Chicken pho and a Stewed chicken rice dish I'd have to return and try!

After craving Pho for a long time, and not wanting to make the drive to Pho400, we decided to check…read moreout Pho 79. It's exactly what I'd expect out of a family-run neighborhood joint. No-frills, wood panels for days, and the "casual" service your get at the best asian restaurants. My wife got the pho she'd been craving and it was decent. There aren't any "great" pho places in MN so can't be too picky. The hot and sour soup was huge. The picture doesn't do it justice,. That's a serving spoon in the picture! It didn't have much tamarind, was a bit sweet, and an interesting choice of okra; some of which were a bit slimy (as okra can get). The tofu was perfectly fried and had a nice bouncy texture. I much prefer Thanh Luong's version but for the price it's definitely worth it. Overall it's a great value and I will always prefer mom-and-pop operations over the sterile, corporate "industrial chic", neon-sign spots that are all the rage.

The sweet and sour soup was too sweet with not much tamarind flavor, the fish didn't have much…read moreflavor from the soup and needed some fish sauce for dipping. I was able to get what I needed to eat my food such as a bowl and the fish sauce. It's been awhile since we've been here and it's a lot quieter than before with only one section of the restaurant is being used. It was nice to be able to order my comfort food and service was good.

Came here for lunch on a weekday afternoon and feel like this is a nice hidden gem. Staff is very…read moreattentive and kind. We were quickly welcomed and seated. Lunch menu has a large variety at a very reasonable price. I was pleased with the portion size and the quality of the vegetables in my chicken almonding. Egg rolls are huge! Delicious and freshly fried with the nice crisp.

This restaurant is very close to my son's school so we have had dinner here a few times. He likes…read morethe meatballs pho a lot and recently requested that we go for dinner there. The service is usually pretty good and we usually get our food fairly quickly.

Thanh Luong Chay was the perfect comfort meal after a long day at the office! I ordered takeout and…read moregot the spring rolls and spicy beef soup, and everything was delicious. I especially loved the crunchy wheat shred addition in the spring rolls - such a great texture and a unique touch. The variety of vegan meats is really impressive, and I enjoyed trying the different flavors and textures throughout the meal. Everything was so flavorful and satisfying. The staff was very friendly when I picked up my order, which made the experience even better. I'm excited to come back and try more dishes!

Love Thanh Luong! Every dish I have tried is amazing and super flavorful. I got the Spicy Beef…read moreNoodle Soup and it was so tasty. Not very spicy on its own but they have chili oil, jalapeños, and sriracha you can add in. Super flavorful and filling. Also tried some of the Thai Fried Rice which was delicious. It's hard to pick something from the menu because all options are great. Service is also super polite and friendly. Come visit!

Food and service is top tier! Ambience is well setting especially for date night. Desserts and…read morepastry is phenomenal

Diane's has and continues to win numerous awards for a reason. I was lucky enough to lock in a…read moreFriday dinner reservation after weeks of trying and I can safely say it did not disappoint. My husband and I have done brunch here before and have been so excited to finally nab a coveted weekend dinner rezzie. The space is expanding which is incredible and will get more people in the door to experience Diane's in all its glory. We ordered: Mini scallion croissants Papaya noodle salad Steamed Pork rolls Pulled pork (must get) - also fun fact the bamboo is from chef Diane's family fam in SC Hmong sausage (must get) Castella cake We absolutely loved everything we ordered and were a little sad we didn't have more people with us to order the whole menu to try everything (too bad we will have to go back ) Our server Tiff was a rockstar. She was so knowledgeable and funny and truly one of the best servers we've had. The entire staff was outstanding and goes to show why this spot not for just the food, but from top to bottom deserves all their accolades.

Nice location near Loring Park. Trendy spot, reservations probably a must. Parking could be a…read morechallenge as it's limited to a small lot and street. Staff were sweet, food was delicious. We weren't aware that random dishes would just come out when they're done, which was fine, just new to us.

Wow exceptional dining experience. This is my first time in Minneapolis and I have to point out how…read moreimpressed I am by the quality and diversity of food here. Our friend from Minneapolis recommended this place and I am so happy he did. Everything we ordered was a hit - our favorites including the basil wings, fried rice, laab and khao poon gai. The spice here is real and we definitely leaned in. Everything was so flavorful and fresh and I am so happy we shared everything. It was a great time. We sat upstairs and had a great view of the park. Service was great. Everyone's moods seemed so high especially on Monday. Highly recommend to go with your food friend(s) and try a little of everything!