When I take my first bite of a dish and mumble, "Oh my god," that's a great sign!…read more That's what happened with the Mushroom Ravioli with Chicken, a heavenly first bite of a dish new to me. The ravioli were large and nicely stuffed, plenty of mushrooms, cheese, and spinach in a creamy Alfredo and mushroom sauce with succulent pieces of chicken. I highly recommend it. The Bruschetta was on point, fresh diced tomatoes and basil with slices of garlic, shaved parmesan, and a balsamic glaze, served with two split and toasted ciabatta rolls. YUM.

Their red sauce for their spicy sausage rigatoni is so garlicky and flavorful with just the right…read moreamount of spice. Their veggie, pasta, meat ratio for their pasta Milan is perfect. I always order each dish with extra sauce so it's perfect for the next day because their portions are so big.

It took me far too long to check out the Gnocchi Me stand at the NE Farmers Market, but I'm glad I…read morefinally did because... gnocchi breakfast hash. The short rib ragu is their bread and butter, but I decided on the breakfast hash because this girl is powerless against a fried egg. It comes with the semolina gnocchi, vodka sauce, Italian sausage, peppers and a fried egg on top. The portion seems a tad small at first for $8, but it's quite filling and so, so, so delicious. The owner Tyler is one of the friendliest folks you'll meet and even gave an arrival time for my food (about 6-7 minutes), which allowed me to wander around the market for a little while instead of hovering around the stand drooling. In addition to the short rib and breakfast hash, they do a couple of other gnocchis (both potato and semolina), polenta and some fresh lemonades. I'll definitely be back.

Let me tell you, Gnocchi Me was actually phenomenal. Good energy across the board. Everything I've…read moretried up until now is great. The staff was attentive, quick, and really friendly. Gnocchi Me... Period.

I've been here so many times and tried a different pasta every single time and every single one of…read morethem is amazing. This is a super busy spot so you have to get a reservation. Don't sleep on the lobster and egg toast! It's different but so good! Vibes are great. Date night or girls night, won't miss!

Amazing food experience. The only downside was that it was so noisy that it was difficult to relax…read moreand enjoy the food/conversation. Their mocktails were refreshing, balancing sweetness and complexity. The pasta, it goes without saying, is incredible. I ordered the mushroom taleggio agnolotti. It had a lot of layered flavors to it but was still creamy and comforting. The portions often look small in pictures, but in reality were plenty filling. For dessert, we ordered the tiramisu and the chocolate basque cheesecake. Both were superb. We ended the night plenty full but wanting more! We sat at the pasta bar and watched the servers come in and out with people's orders and everything looked delicious. It seems to be one of those places where you'll love your food no matter what you order. I'm excited to try their sister restaurants, 112 Eatery and St. Pierre's.

Red Rabbit just doesn't miss! Me and my girl friends went for their $20 "girl dinner" and were so…read moreglad we checked it out! The girl dinner - on Sundays-Thursdays only after 8pm - consisted of a mini Caesar salad, vodka pasta, rosemary fries, and a Hugo spritz. Delish! The portions were about what you'd expect for a deal like this so you know we had to top it off with some dessert. The sticky toffee cake and tiramisu were group favorites! As always, the food is fantastic and the service was good. Parking is about what you'd expect in downtown Minneapolis (paid street or paid lots) but they do have a small parking lot in the back and if you're lucky you may get a spot.

Love the vibes here. Super romantic and sultry with how dark it is. Perfect for date night…read more It is loud and you are sat real close to other tables but it was still a great time. My friends and I did the girl dinner here and it was so good! We all thought it was the perfect amount of food, we loved that it's a set menu so we didn't have to make any decisions! Pasta, salad, fries and a drink for $20?! In Minneapolis! Great deal! Love that they have sparkling water as an option for no extra charge. We celebrated a birthday here too that night and appreciated the candle from the server. I really hate going to Minneapolis and paying for parking but it was worth it for this night! We just found some street metered parking. Such a fun time! Check it out if you are in the area.

We came into Dario to celebrate a birthday, and boy am I glad we did. This restaurant ticks all the…read moreboxes. Dario is an absolutely beautiful restaurant. I love the pink and green, and the place settings are gorgeous. Bonus: the team is super fast with clearing and bringing replacements so you always have a clean plate. Add in huge windows that brings in tons of light, and you have one of the most photogenic eateries in town. Dario's beverage menu is wonderful, and I especially want to draw attention to their extensive selection of non-alcoholic options. In addition to house-made sodas and creative cocktails, they have a wonderful list of dealcoholized wines--awesome news for anyone who is looking for a zero proof drink. As for the food, Dario knocks it out of the park with a menu that offers options for all tastes. The menu is designed to share, and the variety ensures that there will be something for everyone. The first two dishes that ai sampled were the Gem Lettuces, which our server described as "a Caesar salad on steroids" and the Morel Mushrooms. The Gem Lettuces were delicious--the zippy vinaigrette was better than any Caesar I have had before, the cheese was a fluffy, savory, and salty delight, and the puffed farro was a pleasing alternative to the usual croutons. Bonus: it's fish-free! I'd say that it's less a Caesar salad on steroids and more what happens when the Caesar salad next door goes off to college and has a glow-up. The morels were served on polenta and complemented with Madeira and tarragon. They came with a confit egg yolk. The presentation was strikingly beautiful, and the flavors pure and harmonious. The morels were cooked perfectly and went beautifully with the wine and tarragon--it was a great dish for spring, and everyone enjoyed the layers of texture and flavor. For our pasta choices, we had the English Pea Triangoli that Lu recommended (thanks Lu!) and the doppio. It's easy to see why Dario is known for its pasta--these dishes were amazing. The English Pea Triangoli was otherworldly: sweet peas, snap peas, onions, mint, and pea sprouts come together with butter to make a nostalgic little bite of heaven. It tastes like spring. Sicilian pistachios add crunch and another layer of sweet and salt, and the lightly steamed vegetables and fresh pea shoots and mint also added layers of texture and freshness. Positively superlative. The Doppio was also gorgeous: one side is filled with ricotta and the other sunchoke. Honey adds sweetness and the hazelnuts toastiness reminiscent of browned butter. The rosemary complemented it all. For my dessert, I had the Earl Gray tea cake. It had a very pleasing crumb and subtle sweetness, and the lemon whipped cream was the perfect accompaniment. The sprinkle of toffee cookie added a lovely caramelized crunch, and the bright acidity of the rhubarb was preserved, making for a juicy and refreshing burst of flavor in every bite. Splendid! Thanks to Dario for a wonderful evening!

I've been watching people enjoy the delightful pasta at Dario from afar for too long! I had to…read morecheck it out for myself and I was not disappointed! Tucked away in its own little corner of North Loop, there is some paid parking directly outside otherwise walking from nearby street parking is possible too! The interior of the space is whimsical and fun with green and pink interior design elements, gold accents, and fun artwork! It truly feels like a special escape from reality when inside...similar to an Alice in Wonderland experience. Our server was incredibly friendly, helpful, and knowledgeable about what to order. I particularly appreciated how our pasta came out in intentional courses from lightest to heaviest. It absolutely elevated the meal to top notch. Known for their handmade pasta, we didn't mess around with any other menu items...we just ordered four different plates of pasta: Doppio, Torteletti, Rigatoni Alla Vodka, and Tajarin! The Doppio was my favorite, with a unique double filled pasta that had a savory sunchoke filling highlighted with a pop of whipped ricotta. The Rigatoni was cozy and warm, serving up perfect comfort food vibes. The Tajarin was the ocean in a bowl and my partner's favorite, but it was a bit too salty for my palate. The food was top notch and the environment was stellar, but I did feel a bit of cognitive dissonance. The food was so grounded, earthy, and cozy yet the interior was whimsical, playful, and ethereal. This disconnect took my out of the experience a bit. Add in that the price points are a bit high, and I could see why some might have different expectations. Overall, I'm glad Dario is taking swings at providing something truly unique to the North Loop! I will absolutely be returning!

First time in this restaurant. We were told it was a 45 minute wait and my first thought was, wow,…read morei can probably go down the road to the Garden that grows olives and get in right away. That's decent food. We went shopping across the road and I think within 15 minutes got a text our table was ready. So that was a pleasant surprise. The ambience was great. This is a clean classy place. It looked expensive but I was.... I mean my WIFE was all in and Happy Wife, Happy Life so yeah..... we're going for it. Service was well.... it was over the top. The wait staff and others all chipped in to watch the tables. Different people filled our water, brought us more bread, brought out food out when it was ready, picked up our dishes. It was a TEAM effort and it showed. Service was outstanding. My wife ordered the Salmon Sofia. Not sure what that is exactly and I don't care. It's salmon. To me, it's gonna taste bad no matter how great you prepare it but she said she loved it and would definitely get it again. I had the Italian Pasta if I remember correctly. Slightly spicy cajun pasta with sausage, chicken, shrimp, peppers and onions. It was amazing! There was quite a bit of it in the bowl. My wife says, "Wow, that's a lot. You'll have some to take home!" But I'm no quitter. If the food is good, i'm finishing it. And i'm happy to report that i did finish it. It was really good. I did not however get to try the mountain sized carrot cake. I really wanted some of that but I was too full. Oh, the bread. The bread was not warm and it was different than what i thought, but by the time i finished my 7th piece, I really liked it. All in all this was a very nice meal, perfect for a date night.

Chianti Grill is a "go to" for date night. The Chicken Parmesan is out of this world...but I want…read moreto tell you about our anniversary dinner. My wife got the Chicken Parm...I decided to splurge and got the Blackened Ribeye with bleu cheese...to say it was amazing is to do disservice to word amazing. This was the most tender, tasty steak I have ever had. I would highly recommend this dish. We have never had a bad experience here, the waitstaff is attentive and friendly...and don't forget the focaccia bread with oil and balsamic vinegar wow!!!!

I'm happy to report that this is one of those restaurants that has maintained quality, service, and…read morepretty much everything else from when I first reviewed this restaurant in 2019. Giuseppe's seems perpetually busy and the crowd starts very early. When we arrived last Saturday, there were only two tables left and one of those was a quirky half table. What makes this restaurant popular is the consistency of the food, the good service and the focus on popular old-school Italian food. All of the favorites are there and they are done well. My go-to is often the spaghetti and meatballs, which is so easy to prepare at home, but still worth going out for if the restaurant does it right. The entrees come with a soup or salad, both of which are good. On this particular visit, it was really cold outside and the Minestrone was hot, chunky, and full of fresh vegetables. They also serve (an increasingly rare) bread basket with a variety of different fresh baked breads, which are perfect for dipping into the olive oil. The chicken marsala and the frequent special of Chicken Parnassian are excellent too, as is their pasta. Pro Tip: They don't take reservations, so go as early as you can, even on a week night. They are not open on either Sunday or Monday, so factor that into your visit. They open at 4 pm and close at 8 pm, so the total open hours for the week are 20 hours!

Quaint small restaurant. Fun, friendly, knowledgeable staff (Cindy)…read more Food is homemade. Bread basket was a yummy addition (oil and Parmesan cheese on the table). Sauce was delicious. I felt that the meatball was quite dense. They were out of the only tap beer (Peroni). Our friends enjoyed the chicken parmesan special as well as Lauren pasta dish with chicken.

Another one! Giulia with the ladies was a good time…read more I just know we had our server stressed with all the allergies, substitutions, and picky eaters at the table but he handled it well. As for the food? It was good. Every dish was packed with flavor. Had us reaching across the table asking, "Can I taste that?" We had oven fired focaccia, polenta croquettes, fig bruschetta, calamari, and Napoli pizza. Good food, good company, and lots of laughs. P.S. they had plants!

Was staying at the hotel and came down to grab dinner at the bar. Plenty of seats available on a…read moreSunday evening and the gentleman behind the bar was prompt with my requests. I ordered the chicken parm and it was pretty good. Thought the pasta that came with it was also nice. Got two local cold ones with my meal which complimented the chicken parm well. Pretty location on the first floor of the Emery hotel. If you're staying there, it's a good option for a meal or a drink.

The food is excellent. I got a sandwich and was only able to eat half. I saw they had cannolis and…read morewould return after my appointment. When I came back, they were all boxed up for me. I requested an antipasta without the meat to go and they made it very fast! Excellent service, wonderful food. I will definitely be back.

Was torn between the Marinos and the Reuben, ended up going with the namesake. Honestly the best…read moresandwich I've had in my life. Staff was friendly and the vibe was very cool mom and pop

My only complaint is the host (older man with greasy ponytail) was very off putting and kind of…read moreruined the vibe. He was rude when we came in and kept running around/shouting/ loudly slapping the food counter. I noticed several other costumers looking at him and couldn't help but continue to notice him throughout the meal. Other than that food was good and waitress was very nice

Incredible! From the food to the decor, my whole experience at EaTo was amazing. I split the vodka…read moresauce pasta and lemon pesto burrata pasta with a friend and they were kind enough to pre-portion the vodka sauce on separate plates for us which felt like above and beyond service. They weren't able to do that with the burrata pasta due to the burrata ball on top which was completely fine! Both pasta dishes were tasty but the lemon pesto burrata blew me away. Every bite was absolutely incredible and it's such a unique dish that's hard to find somewhere else or replicate at home. I completely recommend giving it a try. The focaccia bread appetizer was also amazing! We added & paid for a few extra pieces to accommodate the size of our group and everyone absolutely loved it. The drinks were also really well done & strong without being overly stiff. They were really well mixed and tasty. Our server was so sweet and helped make the experience so special for us. I cannot wait to come back!