We have been coming here the last few days for breakfast since our hotel includes this with our package. Usually come down around 930am and its pretty quiet here. The staff here is very nice and friendly. We have ordered some pancakes, waffles, french toast, short ribs to try. All the foods that came out were very fast and very delicious. read more

It was my first time here and the salmon and Brussels sprouts are excellent. The salmon is cooked just right with a crispy outside and tender inside, and the Brussels sprouts are the best I've ever had they're perfectly crispy and have a great flavor. I was so impressed that I took some sprouts to go. The donuts were sweet and perfectly fluffy. Overall, it was a really great meal. I WILL RETURN!!! read more

Cedar + Stone, Urban Table - Bay salmon - New American Near Me - Bloomington, Minnesota

2nd time here today to celebrate my birthday. My friend and I decided to do a little family style meal and shared a few dishes. The Brussels sprouts was so good. I especially love the seasoning sauce that is a little vinager and sweet. Super good. The pizza was ok. The creme brulee was excellent and little rich. The eggs Benedict was good. The roasted veggies are good with the hollandaise sauce. The French toast was great with a little fruit and warm maple syrup. Service was exceptional this time around with both servers. We enjoyed our visit and didn't felt like we were rushed. It was not as busy which was awesome because we can talk and the room doesn't feel so noisy. read more

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Food is excellent but expensive (it's a hotel after all). A much quieter experience from the mall, providing a nice break. The service is outstanding. Solo diners are treated with respect. Shoutout to Victoria, a Sunday morning server who was utterly charming. Thank you for a great experience during my staycation. read more

Stopped in with my wife for an early casual dinner. The menu, atmosphere and service were very good. Try the baked carrots as a side, they were excellent. Note that the restaurant does validate parking who you can park in the hotel section of the garage and go right up the elevator to the Lobby level. read more

This restaurant manager and the service team here are extra ordinary. I travel all over the United States eat at hundreds of restaurants a year. This team stands out as exceptional, and the food was perfect. read more

Came to eat with my in-laws for a late dinner and didn't really have any expectations on what to expect but left very satisfied with the service and the food. The braised short ribs came with cheesy grits and definitely outshined the walleye dish, but the walleye was still very good. I can't eat gluten and they have an extensive gfo selection and dedicated fryer for gf. The server we had was extremely knowledgeable about gluten allergies/celiac and made ordering a complete breeze. The drink we got was amazing- the salt lining the glass was so good- sriracha honey salt, and the second one I ordered he even added some cayenne and jalapeños to it for me! Price point is a little higher than we typically go for but it's added to our short list of local spots for special occasions moving forward. They were extremely on top of filling beverage orders, topping off water, bussing dishes we were done with. 10/10 service! read more

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Here on business, four of us, staying across the street at AC Hotel, so we venture to Mall of America/JW Marriott, and eat at Cedar + Stone Urban Table. Lovely atmosphere, relaxed, semi-formal, comfy seating and lighting, and best of all, it's quiet, not like the trend these days toward amping up the acoustics so it's super noisy and you have to shout to be heard over everyone else shouting to be heard! This week the sommelier put together a wine-cheese-fruit pairing, so if you purchase a glass of wine, you get a free cheese-fruit appetizer. Why not? It was excellent. Chenin Blanc with an interesting cheddar with caraway seeds, and a macerated fruit combo with complementing spices. Really good. I had a kale salad with salmon, to colleagues had ribs, and one had shrimp and grits. Everyone enjoyed it. Servers really were trying to serve. Example: the shrimp/grits was coming out a few minutes after the other dishes were ready, and the lead server came to warn us. We asked to go ahead and serve 3 out of the 4 when ready, and then follow with #4. Indeed, it was only about 5 minutes delayed, no harm no foul. Great location, easy access, great service, good food, recommended. read more

Probably not your typical breakfast joint but when on an overnight to Minneapolis and not much is open at 7 AM, this did it. Not only did they claim "farm fresh", I actually heard where the eggs came from. The potatoes were perfect and I tried the Canadian bacon as my meat which did not disappoint. read more

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My husband & I are staying at the Marriott within the Mall of America. We loved the in-room meals we had delivered from Cedar + Stone! The breakfasts were top notch! The attention to the smallest details (jarred jellies, Philadelphia cream cheese, jarred ketchup, etc.) was appreciated! PS - The portions were huge! read more

I work nearby and never knew this jewel was here. Thankfully, a good friend comes here regularly and invited me to join him today. So let's start with the basics. It's in the Mall of America, yes, but barely. I mean...you can park outside, walk right up and BAM, you there. So don't let the fact that it's in the Mall of America detract you from coming. You could avoid the entire Mall if you wanted to... If this were anywhere else, you'd immediately notice that it's a nicer place. Well maintained, nicely adorned with a polite host greeting you upon arrival. I was seated immediately and, GET THIS, seated OUTSIDE. This is the only restaurant in the MoA with outdoor seating! Of course, that'll probably go away over the winter months, but it was awesome today. Service was prompt, courteous, friendly, informative and followed up regularly (but not too much). The menu was of average length - meaning that, there were plenty of options to choose from (and some VERY tasty looking options), but not so many that you felt they were trying to please everyone. I choose the Kale/Arugula salad with Chicken - which came with Avocado, quinoa and a yummy, buy subtle, miso dressing and sesame seeds -- and a side of truffle fries (to die for). Everything arrived perfectly prepared, hot (where appropriate) and we were offered regular refills on beverages as expected. If this were on it's own, it might still garner 5 stars, but as a dining option in the MoA - it stands out as a North Star, Beacon-of-Fine-Dining that can only, maybe, be compared to Crave ... but better. Oh, the prices were very reasonable. Not cheap (the fries were $6), but for the serving size and higher quality ingredients/seasoning, etc. -- I honestly feel they were a bit underpriced (fine by me). I will be back and recommend you do the same. read more

Cedar + Stone, Urban Table - Kale and Arugula Salad with Avo and Chicken with a side of Truffle Fries - New American Near Me - Bloomington, Minnesota

Comfortable atmosphere, great service, and most importantly the food was delicious! The best place to fuel for shopping.

This was our Valentine's Day date dinner. Love the food here. I started with a side apple cheddar salad. Full of great fruit and veggies with a light dressing. Very good. Didn't even need to ask for dressing on the side. Salmon served with butternut squash, cauliflower, and brussel sprouts was the perfect meal for me. Loved all the veggies and the salmon was seared so it had a nice crispy outside but hot and tasty in the center. Loved it. Husband had the filet mignon with garlic spinach, potato cake and mushrooms. He loved his meal as well. I tried a bite with the spinach and it was so good. Our server was excellent! Funny, helpful. She was wonderful and helped make the experience excellent. The meal ended with being presented with a beautiful long stemmed rose. Dang, husband could have skipped the flowers he bought me earlier :-) I think this restaurant has excellent food. Hope to come back soon. read more

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Stopped in here for dinner before catching a show at the House of Comedy at MOA. I'm a hard sell when it comes to restaurants attached to hotels. Hotelejudice, restrauntism, is that a thing?... Either way I often find the fare in these situations doesnt match the price tag. If you want to save yourself the extended version, the short story is Cedar + Stone broke the mold. Great service, fair price, good food. Alex our waiter, who could easily be mistaken for T.J. Miller of Silicon Valley fame, was terrific. I know sometimes restaurant goers like the wait staff to be invisible, but we like ours with some personality and Alex delivered on all levels... Laughs, service, and recommendations. We had pre-dinner drinks, my wife got a toned down version of the Tropical Heat and I ordered the Bluegrass Nectar. My wife was a little underwhelmed, but overall enjoyed the drink (and the generous alcohol content lol). I thought the Bluegrass Nectar was superb. Smooth, strong, and tasty... hard to hit on all those notes. The sprig of fresh rosemary was a nice visual element and smelled amazing on the first sip, but became a little eye watering in short order so it had to jump ship. We managed to break our lips free from our drinks occasionally to inhale our Cheese Curds.... which I will admit doesnt scream up scale dining or really even moderately interesting, it might be akin to saying something like "oh thats fantastic white bread" but these things were fire. Lightly breaded, stringy, gooey goodness with a very subtle touch of spice. Alex likened them to State Fair curds... way to undersell them Alex. For dinner we ordered the Braised Short Ribs and the Honeycrisp + Cheddar salad. The meat was cooked wonderfully and the grits were exceptional, that is according to my wife who being from the south is an authority on such things. Being a midwesterner myself I thought they were good too, which might be saying just as much. The salad was good, not great. It felt like it was missing an element to me. Something to brighten it a bit. That said the candied pecans that were sprinkled in were out of this world... I know see comment regarding cheese curds. Food aside the ambience was nice and though the restaurant was probably near capacity it did not feel crowded... or dark. I get being romantic but sometimes places go down the rabbit hole and you feel you're eating in a haunted house. Being frugal I was also surprise at the ticket... out the door for der $100. Success on all accounts. Thanks Alex and Cedar + Stone for staring our date night off right. Cheers! read more

Cedar + Stone, Urban Table - Bluegrass Nectar... super tasty and packs a punch, not an easy combination to achieve. - New American Near Me - Bloomington, Minnesota

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I have stayed at the JW Marriott a few times and enjoyed breakfast and dinner which were both excellent. This time I flew in early, am waiting for spouse to arrive at the airport early evening, and was starving. It's the one restaurant I can rely on in the area with healthy dishes. My lunch did not disappoint. Caesar salad but replaced steak with the roasted chicken that I always love (although the steak Caesar is supposed yo be amazing). Most of all this is the second time Susmita was my server, and I don't know that I have ever had a more friendly, respectful, & kind server. I always enjoy seeing her. This girl deserves a raise. read more

We decided to eat here as we wanted to be outside and it was convenient. It is a farm to table restaurant. The food was delicious! We were happily welcomed!We shared a charcuterie board. The pecans were sweet and crunchy. It had two different cheeses and meats along with fixings and an amazing sweet, I think, cranberry sauce. We also shared a Margherita pizza which was fresh with the crust having a good crisp. My husband had the pork chop and mashed potatoes which he enjoyed and it came on top of yummy greens. The service was friendly and prompt. The only two things that I would say are not great would be the noise outside with planes being so close to the airport, it is loud and it is a bit pricey due to location and you are getting things locally sourced but I would recommend! read more

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I visited Cedar +Stone because of the name of the restaurant. I'm starting to discover really good restaurants with the "+" sign in the name. I enjoyed a beautiful salad and crispy Brussels sprouts. The sprouts were coated in honey glaze and were magnificent! The service was impeccable and prompt. Even though the restaurant is attached to the Mall of America, it does not have the mall vibe. After dinner I strolled the mall for exercise. read more

We ventured to the MOA for our last night in Minneapolis. After walking around for hours, we worked up a healthy appetite. We decided to get takeaway since we had an early morning flight. I was craving salmon and decided to try Cedar and Stone. It's a beautiful restaurant that is attached to the JW Marriott. I placed my order at the bar. Service was friendly and I received a yummy skillet cornbread for checking in on yelp. The restaurant atmosphere is really relaxing and modern. Just as I was really settling in, my takeaway order arrived. I paid and the nice bartender assured that there was utensils and napkins in the bag. I was excited to get back to the hotel room and devour my food. I changed clothes and got comfortable and then took the food out. The food looked delicious and I dug in the bag for the utensils...nothing. I turned the bag upside down and it was empty. I was bummed. After tracking down a fork and knife, I tasted the food and although now cold, it was really good. I definitely recommend stopping by for happy hour or dinner. If you get takeaway, just ensure you double check your bag for utensils prior to leaving. read more

Cedar + Stone, Urban Table - Cornbread appetizer for Yelp check-in - New American Near Me - Bloomington, Minnesota

Super good ambiance. And service was excellent. The food was AMAZING! Mega recommend! Will be coming back! read more

Cedar + Stone, Urban Table - Risotto - New American Near Me - Bloomington, Minnesota

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I had no idea this was a restaurant associated with the JW Marriott in the Mall of America. I picked it because the menu looked good. A-1 choice! I had great service from Alex and then Bill when Alex went on break. They called me by my name, which is a nice touch too. Alex and Bill both recommended items from drinks to dessert and my meal was spot on. I started with a Green Mountain Dynamite cocktail which you should avoid if you don't like cayenne which is sprinkled on top. I loved it though along with the 4x4 in block of ice inside. I ordered the crispy brussels sprouts appetizer which was pretty large and had nice chunks of pancetta and some char. It could have used a little more honey, but overall was delicious and I ate them all. Instead of a main course I went for the cheddar cornbread and wild rice soup. The cornbread was not really good. Something was missing...it was too crumbly and no taste of the cheese or poblano pepper. It was served in a cast iron skillet. Definitely not what I'd hoped to go with my soup which was spectacular. Perfect creamy taste and topped with a splash of olive oil. This Minnesota favorite didn't disappoint. I had planned to skip dessert but Bill tempted me with his description of the butterscotch bread pudding (bread pudding of any kind is my weakness). It was topped with some berries and Sebastian's ice cream (a local favorite). The ice cream and fresh berries (raspberries and blueberries) were great. The bread pudding itself had no taste other than the sauce which was no -description and the butterscotch taste not detectable. The dessert wasn't anything I'd say I'd have to order again. Wait staff and interesting menu worth coming back for. Would love to try their breakfast. read more

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One of the worst services I have experienced in my life. Took my wife and kids for brunch, they took about 30 mins just to bring drinks. When they brought drinks they brought a bottle of Rose warm. I went to speak to the manager and the manager said he was overwhelmed with all the tables. Please note that the restaurant was about ~50% capacity. Took about an hour to bring food to the table. Food order was wrong. I will never go back to the restaurant. read more

tl; dr: I think the positive reviews and current number of stars (4) reflects the fact that it falls in the category of "actually pretty good for a hotel/mall restaurant". But, if you are looking for a place that is solidly good, and not "good considering...", this is not it. We were in town visiting from Chicago. I wanted to try a new restaurant, so I searched Yelp for a local organic restaurant near Edina. Cedar + Stone was at the top of the list. **We did not end up staying to eat** But hopefully this is helpful to someone else who might be looking for the kind of place I was hoping to find when we ended up here. The website did not make it look especially local or organic, but the menu looked good. So, we decided to try it. I let Google Maps lead the way. When we arrived I thought: "something is wrong. This is clearly the mega mall." Obviously, it's my bad for not noticing this before hand. However, it did not bode well. We entered the restaurant from the mall, and there was a sign saying we would have to walk through the restaurant to get to the hostess stand. As we paraded through, I noticed that it was mostly empty (at dinner time on the weekend) and that the few people who were there looked like business travelers. (Another bad sign) When we made it to the hostess stand, I realized that the other door to the restaurant is attached to a hotel. This explained both the vibe and the long walk/weird layout. The host was very friendly when he asked if we were staying at the hotel. (No.) He was less chipper when he asked for my name and phone number. (I'm sorry. I don't understand. Is there a wait list? I guess I just assumed you had tables available...?) His facade was gone by the time he told me that their policy was that no one would be seated without being entered into their computer first. (No. We're not going to do that. Thank you so much! We'll just head out...) The host visibly recoiled and made a rather dramatic face at this point. I was pretty confused, so it's hard to know how I came across from his perspective. But, I grew up in rural Iowa and I have that thing where you get more polite and smile bigger in the face of an awkward situation. So, I'm reasonably sure I was not super rude. If you're okay with them selling your data (or maybe lying, I guess?), if you are in this area, and if you prize convenience over quality, this is probably a great option. read more

We can on our annual MOA trip. They got RID OF the croque madame pizza!!! WHY??? The margherita pizza was good, but nothing compared to the croque madame. My child said the wings were terrible though, he ate maybe two... The sausage /ricotta pizza was ok... Ambience is always beautiful. Bring back the croque madame!!! read more

Super friendly & polite service. Originally ordered take out but went back for their brunch the next day! If you're ever at the Mall of America or staying at the JW Marriott, definitely stop by to check it out! read more

Cedar + Stone, Urban Table - JW Eggs Benedict & Fried Egg Sandwich - New American Near Me - Bloomington, Minnesota

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Located in the Mall of America, Cedar + Stone was the ideal after work spot to enjoy dinner and drinks. I was happy to find that there is a Yelp check-in offer for a free cornbread! It was really delish and ended up complimenting my meal of braised short rib perfectly. The short rib was very tender, seasoned nicely and served on a bed of grits. Along with the cornbread, it was too much food for one person to finish, and I was kind of sad that I was traveling and couldn't take leftovers with me. My server also recommended a beer option that I enjoyed. The only downside to the place, which may be good or bad depending on your viewpoint, is that on a weeknight, the bar area was fairly empty. Being along traveling for work, it's nice to have other people to talk to around, but that wasn't the case here. The main eating area was busy, but the bar was dead. Not a huge deal, but if you're alone looking to socialize on a weeknight, you may want to look somewhere else. If you're just looking for great food in the Mall of America though, Cedar + Stone is a great pick! read more

We've been to this spot a couple times and have yet to be disappointed- delicious food and great service! The experience was great from the time we called for a reservation, to being greeted by a super friendly host, and a very attentive (without being overly so) server, Rebeca, who was fantastic and anticipated what we would want before we had to ask! read more

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What a wonderful meal. My wife and I had a great date night here. The Minnesota Wild Rice soup was so flavorful and a great way to kick off the meal. My wife got a great craft cocktail that she enjoyed as well. Now, for the main courses. I had the Lobster Risotto and she had the Shrimp & Grits. I love a good risotto and this one was prepared beautifully. Rich, buttery and the lobster added such great flavor. My wife's shrimp and grits had a nice punch of heat and the shrimps were huge! My wife's favorite dish is shrimp and grits, we've had it all over and this one went toe to toe with some of her favs. For dessert we finished with the Butterscotch Bread Pudding and were quite literally using our spoon to eat every last bit. Great find and great service from Bill to top it off. We ate outside on a beautiful August night and couldn't have been more pleased with our experience. read more

Food okay. Spendy. Service was good and atmosphere nice inside of hotel at Mall of America.

I was so please to find out they also juice!! That's a plus for me. I had the red quinoa kale shiitake mushroom egg white omelette with a double toasted bagel. My Beet Pomegranate Raspberry juice was also Delicious. Atmosphere is really nice and clean. The waitstaff was great attentive and friendly. Made my morning here awesome after an 8 hour flight from Honolulu. This restaurant is connected to the mall of America and the JW Marriott. read more

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So I've been twice. First time with a private event where we had samplings of their offerings. The baked kale dip, the braised short rib and grits, and green juice were all good so I decided to stop by on my own for HH which they offer throughout the restaurant (not just the bar). SERVICE: Upon arrival, with no one at the host stand I stopped by the bar for assistance. Although busy, one bartender kindly got me settled at a table where my server, Sara, soon followed. She made it a point to greet and address me by name throughout our interactions which I liked as it made me feel valued as a diner. While I've dined at several fancier restaurants, I don't recall ever being provided such a personal experience (prior to the bill). HH DRINK: I ended up going with a gin and tonic. Nothing different than what you'd get elsewhere, but the $5 HH price made it worth mentioning. FOOD: Despite the lower HH prices, they still provided full portions, which can be a lot. That said, they did offer to provide a to-go box if needed. Anyway, to the food... Polenta Fries= crispy & well seasoned. Served with a bechamel sauce and mushrooms which I don't think complimented it. As the sauce cooled and thickened, it was unpleasant (flavor and consistency-wise). As for the mushrooms... I wasn't a fan of the earthiness it provided to what was otherwise a tasty and savory dish. I'd get it again, but ask they omit those two elements. Wings = coated in their house-made peri-peri sauce. While good, with a good amount of spice and even a slight sweetness (at least thats what I think it was) I wasn't blown away. I found the wings a bit tough, and the flavor in need of a little boost. They were served with blue cheese on the side, which I thought would help, but it was bland and lacked the sharpness common in blue cheese. That all said, for this experience alone, I'd give food 3.5, but the service and my delight with the first visit, bumps the rating. I'll definitely return to try something new and recommend it. read more

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I was just shopping at MOA with my friend and starving. This place has a great happy hour menu so decided to try this place instead of food court. Hostess was super nice and the server was attentive the whole time. They have really good happy hour menu. We ordered the pizza, cheese curds, and honey brussels. Everything was good, but one thing about the pizza, it gets soggy once it sits for a while because of the riccota cheese they use. So better to eat fresh out of the oven. The thing I liked the most was actually the free appetizer you get with yelp check-in. It is a corn bread and very good one. If you are around the Mall during happy hour, go here instead of food court. You get so much more food at such a reasonable price. read more

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Cedar + Stone Urban Table was a delightful experience. Their drinks packed a punch and the wings were fiery yet scrumptious. Service was top-notch and, given the upscale hotel setting, the prices were surprisingly reasonable. Highly recommended! read more

After an afternoon of shopping, we stopped here for a light bite before heading to our room at the JW. We opted for the cheese board which had a great variety. We ate the whole thing. They have lots of entrees that all looked great. If only we were hungrier. We sat in the bar area so we would not have to wait longer for the restaurant seating. Service was somewhat slow but everything came out quickly. read more

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I was on a business trip in Minneapolis and stayed at the jw Marriott; Arriving late I did not have time to check out any restaurants in the city .we decided on the hotel restaurant and it was very good: of course nothing very fancy but the products were fresh and very well prepared . The burgers were delicious with a pretzel bun . The beef patty was perfectly cooked ; it was accompanied with caramelized onions and Taleggio cheese. I also had brussel sprouts and pancetta. I washed it with a glass of French bubbly which was reasonably priced All together a quick dinner but it was good and affordable read more

Delicious!!! If you are by the Mall of America & want to have something outside the mall, drop by the JW Marriott & checkout Cedar & Stone Urban Table. read more

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Cedar has been on my list to try for quite some time. We made a weekend reservation, therefore got a seat right away. The table was in the middle of the dining area where we could see the large open kitchen and wall of wine bottles. Our server was so kind and friendly! He had a cheery demeanor and smile on his face the entire time. He gave personal recommendations for all our courses. So, we started out with Brussel sprouts, which were pleasantly crispy. We also had a cheesy dip, which was very rich. I would highly recommend the salmon entrée, it was my favorite! Lastly, we ordered a cast iron apple crisp for dessert. The wine was paired beautifully with each course as well. read more

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I visited recently during a business trip to the Twin Cities. The food was ok for the price. But the reason I'll come back is for the staff. I was treated great by the bartender, Heather. I travel alone most of the year and it's always nice to talk to a friendly person who makes me feel like family. Also the bus boy (I forget his name) gave me a great tip on a store at the MOA where I could find a unique gift in relation to one of her hobbies. Great guy and wife loved it. read more

Had one of the best salads I have ever eaten in their outdoor dining area. I am always concerned when eating at a hotel that the food will be mediocre and overpriced. This was neither. Avocado and kale salad with plenty of delicious spices mixed in. That's now 117 places I have eaten at in the Mall of America in the last 12 years. This includes candy, popcorn and cheese shops, so I cannot be accused of bias. read more

Cedar + Stone, Urban Table - New American Near Me - Bloomington, Minnesota

So, we found this place on Yelp and had a bit of a hard time finding it in the MOA. It's attached to a hotel! Service was not consistent. When we walked in, we were greeted by a host who went to look for a table and never came back. We got greeted by a different hostess who then sat us. As we walked by the host that forgot about us, he did not acknowledge us. We ended up opting to sit at the bar so my BF can watch the college football game and our bartender was very friendly, helpful, and attentive so glad to have that service later. My BF got fish and I got the hanger steak. We also started with the cornbread as a starter. Love the cornbread since it has pieces of jalapeño in it. I think the only thing I would've changed was the amount of butter slabbed on the cornbread and steak. I wasn't a fan of the watercress so I do wish I got a sub for that. Other than that, everything was delicious. I'd definitely visit again if I'm in town. read more

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We came here after traveling and not eating all day for a late lunch today. Charles was our waiter and very friendly. I had the brisket with cheesy grits. Meat was tasty and tender. Tasted just like my pot roast at home. My friend had the steak with fries and salad. Charles checked on us often and refilled our water. You get a huge fresh free cornbread with Yelp check in. I'm still full and we ate a couple hours ago. Prices weren't too bad about 60 bucks with tip, no liquor or dessert just entrees. I'd recommend if coming to the mall. read more

Cedar + Stone, Urban Table - Cornbread with Yelp check in free! - New American Near Me - Bloomington, Minnesota