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.

A Minneapolis staple and local culinary classic, whether you're camped out solo or with a friend at…read morethe pasta bar or with a group on the main dining area, BLG never disappoints. Friendly service, inspired menu with a mix do staples and seasonal offerings, and a general feeling that you're experiencing something unique to Minneapolis, Highly recommend the red win spaghetti, carbonara, and grilled prawns.

The food was delicious! Be mindful that the overall noise level is a bit loud since seating is…read moreclose-set, but every dish my group of 6 ordered was so good! I got the Gnocchi with Cauliflower & Orange and it was the best gnocchi dish I've ever had. We did have a weird experience with our server though, and I don't think I plan on returning.

after a long and incredible day of dress shopping around mpls... we officially found the one at…read more@thewhiteroommpls to make the day even better, we ended it at @redrabbitmn with my girls. they fit us in right before the holiday rush and my soon-to-be MIL treated us to such a delicious meal. the espresso martini (per usual) was unforgettable, and the service was even better. the manager overheard my moms chatting in the bathroom and surprised us with celebratory champagne to close out the night. such a thoughtful gesture and something I'll never forget. red rabbit already had my heart, but now it's tied to one of my favorite lifelong memories.

Quick date night at Red Rabbit in downtown Minneapolis! We were lucky enough to snag a canceled…read morereservation and were seated immediately upon arrival, despite the restaurant being bustling and busy. I wish we could have enjoyed the outdoor patio as the dining room was a bit loud and dim, but that seems to be part of the restaurant's modern rustic Italian aesthetic. As for the food and service, everything was top-notch. Our order was taken promptly and both our drinks and dishes arrived quickly without feeling rushed. I ordered the spirit-free Lavender Revolution, which leaned a little sweet for my taste, but I still enjoyed it. The burrata was outstanding--light, refreshing, and incredible on the toasted bread. The calamari was equally impressive -- perfectly seasoned, crispy, and tender with every bite. For our entrée, we shared the Vodka Rigatoni with added shrimp and it was absolutely delicious--rich, fresh, and comforting without feeling too heavy. Overall Red Rabbit delivered a fantastic dining experience from start to finish. We can't wait to come back and work our way through more of the menu!

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!

This Amazing on trend Minneapolis Gem in the north loop is a must go to…read more All the cocktails and drinks are outstanding and unusually delicious and unique. Start with an array of tastings with the lobster pasta, then the delicious flavors of the lamb cuisine, and of course the halibut fish option is oooh so good. We concluded our food extravaganza of culinary excellence with the decadent but light chocolate cake, and the coconut sorbet and the another delicious cake dessert. The ambience and excitement of the environment styled restaurant and atmosphere lends itself to a pleasant and fun space to kiki with friends. The service was fun and the handsome staff and beautiful hostess made our experience so welcoming and awesome. Dario is the place to be for any dinner, lunch, weekend social or just for a fun delicious food experience.

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.

This is the first time we have eaten at this restaurant. We had a reservation at 6pm on a Saturday…read more The place was already very busy. We were seated immediately. Server was great. Positives - good variety on the menu - great wine selection - service - walnut Gorgonzola salad - after dinner drink list - manager took off after dinner drink and dessert due to food problems (see below) Opportunities - hubby ordered the beef tenderloin special. Cooked perfectly, but the tenderloin was a flat piece of meat; interesting cut. - I ordered surf and turf. Very interesting that most of their seasonings are Cajun. I've never been to an Italian restaurant that had only Cajun seasonings on their seafood/fish - my hubby's food was hot, mine was luke warm. I sent mine back. They literally recooked my same plate of food. That's fine; I didn't know you could do that (food safety reasons, etc). Not the best experience for our first time, but we will go back and try again

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.

Do yourself a favor and go to Giulia if you find yourself in Downtown Minneapolis!…read moreThey have seasonal menus, which immediately wins my loyalty. The spring menu is full of fresh ingredients in the sauces and pasta fillings. I had the artichoke cheese pasta with a spicy creamy spinach sauce and let me tell you, it was PERFECT! Pasta was Al dente, filling was perfectly portioned and the creamy spinach sauce was light and spicy! For appetizer we had the fried polenta and it took me back to my childhood in my Italian grandma's kitchen. Cause that was a snack grandma would make for us. Chocolate pana cota was a pleasant surprise with a drizzle of olive oil on top, it was an explosion of flavors!

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.

I moved into the area about a half year ago and have passed this spot more times than I can count…read more I finally stopped in and was curious about their ultimate cheesesteak. I love myself a cheesesteak and I wanted to see if this would be a new favorite I'd enjoy wearing out. They loaded this sandwich with onions, green peppers, and mushrooms. They added some of their pasta sauce on the bottom as well. The sandwich was good, but I thought it needed a bit more flavoring/spices. The bread was some of the softest I've experienced though and the cheese was a good amount. The combo was paired with a pickle spear and a bag of potato chips. This may sound strange, but can potato chips steal the show? Because they did. Super crunch and salty. Yum-O! I tried their coleslaw too and it seemed like to sat there awhile. It was tasteless and I ended up throwing the pint out. I will say the staff here are very friendly and helped me decide on some sandwiches and gave me an honest review of their favorites and least favorites. I appreciate that. I'm sure those chips will bring me back in the future and I'll be open to trying another sandwich.

Finally visited Marinos Deli for a quick sandwich at lunch after I read a story about this…read moremom-and-pop business in NE Minneapolis. Conveniently located off Johnson NE (free parking on the street), this local restaurant serves up some good hoagies, sub-marino sandwiches (see what I did there?), pasta, and other Italian food. It's a unique restaurant because it's kind of like a deli and fast casual restaurant with a few tables inside, but when I arrived shortly after 1 pm, it was pretty empty. Overall, the service was great, it's a family-owned place and the mother and daughter were working and were very pleasant. The place smells terrific, if you like Italian food and good sauces. While the decor is a step-back in time, I really enjoyed the taxidermy walleyes which is a true reflection of being a Minnesota business. The sandwich I selected was good, came with a small bag of chips, and wasn't too pricey - the prices are actually pretty good, but the only thing I would say is the sizes aren't huge. I recommend Marinos if you are in the neighborhood and definitely want to try the pasta and meat ravioli next time!

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!

Eato was the perfect stop after spending the morning at the local farmers market! My friends and I…read moregrabbed a table on their adorable patio and had such a great overall experience. Even sitting outside, the service was attentive and welcoming. I was craving something light, healthy, and refreshing, and ended up ordering the Beet Steak salad -- it was SO good and honestly the highlight of my experience! The inside of the restaurant is just as cute and stylish as the patio, with a warm atmosphere that makes you want to stay awhile. Since Eato is especially known for their Italian dishes, I'm already looking forward to coming back to try more from the menu!