The wife and I decided to stop in and give Sandy's a try for the first time. It's a smaller…read moredive-bar-style spot with very reasonably priced food. We grabbed a seat on the patio since the weather was nice, and the staff was friendly and attentive. Service was quick, and our food arrived in a timely manner. I ordered the Sandy Signature Burger with fries. The burger had great flavor, the onions were cooked perfectly, and the cheese was melted just right. The bun held together well from start to finish, which is always a plus. At only $9 for the burger and $13.75 with fries, it felt like an excellent value and was the perfect amount of food. My wife ordered the Sandy Sizzler with tots, and here's what she had to say: "This burger was juicy and flavorful. The seasoning was spot on, enhancing the beef without overpowering it. The jalapeños added the perfect amount of heat, while the chipotle mayo brought a smoky, creamy kick that tied everything together beautifully. The crispy tots were the perfect side--golden, crunchy, and cooked well. While the portion wasn't huge, it was just the right amount to complement the burger without leaving you overly full." Overall, we were pleasantly surprised. Good food, friendly service, fair prices, and a relaxed atmosphere. We'll definitely stop back if in the area.

I had the best time ever here! I hadn't felt so truly welcome in an establishment in a long time…read more The bartender, manager and server were like hanging out with family. Thank you Kyla, Kevin and Anthony Also, great prices and yummy food! The bar is right at the front when you walk in and the restaurant portion is behind. It's pretty big inside and they have the fun claw game where you pick a prize!

The food, the food, is fantastic. I never really knew what umami was about, but the Asian Hangover…read moreis the Bomb! We've created a Znee Yelp List for this establishment. "We're Coming Back! Tara's service was excellent! Ambiance makes me want to move to Tangletown

Went for dinner before 5pm. Wasnt too busy. Loved that there was someone to seat me once walking…read morein. On awkward waiting wondering if this is one of those places where you can just seat yourself. The place is clean and the ambiance has some very nice touches to bring intrigue. The subtle candle-like light fixture was corky and added to the charm. Prices are very reasonable! I had a good idea what I wanted prior to stopping in. Food came out quickly. Less than 10 mins. Lupia was hot and delicious. My first time having one so wilk not compare it to an egg roll. The braised beef rib was tender and juicy. I pulled out the knife but only a fork is necessary. I do wish the meat was a tad saltier but just a personal preference there. Service was pleasant, attentive, and quick. The gentleman who greeted me also thanked me on my way out. It was rather pleasant experience overall and am planning on coming back to try more of the menu!

Was going to a movie in the neighborhood and needed a quick bite to eat for a Saturday lunch…read morebeforehand! We had a reservation but likely not needed for the lunch hour! Very small parking lot available, so plan on nearby street parking! The space itself is nicely decorated in a clean, modern style with a touch of farmhouse decor to beckon back to their namesake. Tables available for small or larger groups available. Our server was very friendly and attentive to us during the visit! I love that they have brunch and lunch menu, depending on your vibe! On this visit, I had the burrito breakfast and it was so yummy! Large serving of carnitas, with plenty of other toppings that balance each other out without over powering. I'd definitely have it again!

Love red cow - a great spot for a quick lunch or a really good burger (im told)…read more It was pretty busy for a thursday night, but for a group of 7, they fit us in well with our reservation! (They did try to put us at a 6 person booth and had to veto that lol). Our server was friendly and gave great recommendations on drinks. The only one we didnt enjoy was the dirty soda with dr pibb & lemon cream.. not for us! I loved the wine selection. I ordered the tuna melt and it was suprisingly really good? Its the first time trying one & would definitely get it again. I dont enjoy that fries/sides are included with the meal & will usually be my biggest qualm with red cow. Other than that we had a great time as a group and celebrating our friends engagement!

He Said: Nice, neighborhood bar. There is a bar, there are…read moregames--pool, skee-ball, darts, and more--there are tvs, and a kitchen. The food stands out, because there menu options you normally would not find at a bar. I ordered the mussels, which were good and reasonable in price. A Minneapolis spot that everyone should check out. Pros: - Good food options - Many forms of entertainment Cons: - There was a lingering stink smell. Could have just been something up with plumbing that night

LOVE LOVE LOVE. Lexi (a bartender i think) is AMAZING, so sweet and a great worker! they are so…read moreaccommodating. can bring dogs on the patio (i love that)

Awesome dive bar. The burgers are great. The beer is cheap and cold. The burger of the month is…read moreusually worth trying. The bone in wings are underrated. It does get very busy. Especially during the national pond hockey tournament, after local high school sporting events, or during big professional sports games.

Lunch mid- week at this pub that we've visited before. It's a simple setting: a bar populated by…read moreregulars who make Frenchman's their home away from home, a few TVs, and a scratch off booth that does a pretty brisk business. This is NOT a dark joint. It's bright and tables/floors are clean. Restrooms are ancient but painted while providing standing room for one person only. Try to "go" before you go to Frenchman's. Burgers are the backbone of the reasonably priced menu and periodic special offers are a popular choice. I had a Dill Burger (see photo)...fried, sliced, dill pickles and a dill sauce over what appeared to be a hand- formed burger. The server never asked about pink/no pink etc. and ours came out "no pink." The standard is a side of chips...house made would be a great difference. Service is just OK...the bartender was fairly busy with the regulars at the bar and never stopped by until we were ready to leave. Same with the tables around us. If you're looking for a new spot to hide out for lunch offered at a good price, Frenchman's might work for you. Enjoy it.

Are you in the Minneapolis area? Yes? Cool, this is where you want to go. This is the home of…read morethe Juicy Lucy and it is awesome. Matt's Bar is the definition of a dive bar in the most beautiful way possible. You come here for an unpretentious atmosphere, cold beer and great burgers. Be warned, there isn't a lot on the food menu. But that's OK. Because what they do, they do very well. You need to also be warned that this place is popular and that you might need to wait before being seated. I went mid afternoon on a non-football Sunday and it was packed. But, despite being busy, the service was really pretty good. Drinks came out incredibly quickly. We did have to wait on the food for a minute. But that's b/c they literally only have a one grill. This is a local staple and well worth a visit. Check them out if you get a chance.

A fixture of the food scene in Minneapolis. It's authentic to its core - a dive bar serving simple…read more(customizing options are limited to onions and/or pickles) burgers (namely, the juicy lucy) and fries really well. That being said, I don't think juicy lucies, or Matt's, are the pinnacle of burgers. But they're good, and worth a visit at least once to say you've been.

Visited Book Club twice in one week! First time was with a large group of friends (9 of us total)…read moreand our waitress was patient, helpful, and knowledgeable about the menu items. The kitchen staff did amazing, having our table orders ready in a short time! I love when there's wood fired chicken and I preferred the teriyaki flavor (lemon seasoning on first chicken was a bit salty for my tastebuds). The tri color potatoes were ABSOLUTELY the BEST item of anything I have eaten! SO GOOD! The mushroom flatbread is also absolutely delicious and well balanced! The flourless chocolate torte tasted like fudge -- yum! Will definitely be back with more friends!

Super nice staff…read more Food was horrible though, some of the worst we've had, across our entire party. Bill had so many discrepancies for things no one even ordered.

I haven't updated this since the last time I lived in Minnesota!…read more When we moved back, Orale was one of the first places we went back to. I love this place, and the food is on par with a lot of Mexican food in California. Most recently, we went to celebrate a birthday. We go here because they are veggie friendly. We ordered the veggie enchiladas and I got a veggie wet burrito. Everything was delicious. My only complaint would be that things could be a bit saucier...but that's a preference thing and we get salsa on the side for it. We also got chips and guac -- delicious as well! I will say that the portions, especially the burrito are VERY generous. I think I should have shared it! It was pretty buzzy, which was great to see given the depths of winter we were in. Go here!!

The food is pretty decent. I lived in Querétaro, Mexico, and spent 8 years in Phoenix, so I know…read morethe difference between authentic and Americanized Mexican food; this is firmly the latter. It's a bit whitewashed and leans more Cal-Mex than anything you'd find in Mexico, but I'm not complaining. I love a good California burrito and asada fries, so this style has its place (especially in Minnesota). Service can be slow. It took us about an hour to get two burritos yesterday and the restaurant didn't look busy. Maybe they were just short staffed. My main issue is the salsa. They limit you to one packet per person, and it's not the slightest bit spicy. And where are the limes? This place desperately needs a salsa bar with real options and some heat. Bump up the salsa selection and stop rationing it, and this would be a solid spot. For now, I'll keep getting this to go and buying my own salsa and limes.

No surprises here: Petit Leon has once again delivered an excellent evening for our trio. Now that…read moreit's getting dark early (and the cold is starting to creep in), we are all craving something warm and comforting. Petit Leon is just the ticket! We arrived a bit early for our reservation and were seated right away (woo hoo!). Our awesome server, Nico, came by right away with menus, which we eagerly began to peruse. I was stoked to see that they still have an amazing selection of creative zero proof options on the drink menu. I went for a non-alcoholic bubbly (yum!). The menu had some old favorites (hello, piquillo peppers) and some new things. I highly recommend the smashed cucumbers. They are so refreshing and well-balanced. The dill yogurt foam is creamy and tart, and the pickled Fresno peppers and garlic add just the right amount of bright bite. Another don't-miss is the fry bread. Fry bread is delicious however it comes, but this came with whipped ricotta and salsa macha (which became my favorite condiment of all time when it first graced my lips here several years ago) and the loveliest smoked beets I have ever had. (Full disclosure: I am pretty sure they are the only smoked beets I have ever had, which is a crying shame.) For my main, I ordered the cabbage, which was beautifully caramelized and topped with a delightfully umami-heavy mushroom gravy and cloud of grated cheese. It tasted like comfort and home. Bliss! For dessert, I had the tarta de queso, which is one of my favorite desserts in the Twin Cities; creamy and light with just a hint of sweet, this one is a winner, and I am sad it took me so long to discover.

I headed here with my wife for a much anticipated burger night (Tuesdays)…read more It's a great deal. $22 for a burger fries and a beer. They do offer a Paloma or NA option for people who would like something other than a beer The burgers were much larger than anticipated. Made with two smash patties, cheese, sauce and onions. Mine did seem a little bit too crisp even burnt in some spots which overpowered the other flavors. Still I did find it a good burger I just wouldn't put it in my top in the city. But do get it on a Tuesday night! We did also do the Cheesecake. I might not be the best person to judge as I don't normally pick the cheesecake but I found this one to lack a lot of flavor and it did seem a bit like the vanilla wafer topping might have been a bit stale. The place itself was great. We sat on the patio which is small and on the sidewalk but inside there are lots of cozy booths and a fun bar. And our server was great as well. Just an FYI parking can be a bit tricky in this spot but don't let that keep you away.