2025 food and wine best restaurant. We had to try it. Unfortunately they are doing road construction in the neighborhood so parking can be tricky. Inside atmosphere has great vibes and great energy. There is a lot going on in a small space. Service and staff were all very friendly and helpful. Order: Thai tea. Delicious. Just like you would want and expect. Macha latte cold. Great flavor. Nice balance of flavor. Not too sweet. Scallion danish. Probably my favorite bite. Crispy and airy texture with good flavor. Just the smell alone had my taste buds dancing. Sesame balls. Nice crispy exterior with chewy soft inside. The star of the dish was the creamy caramel sauce... it was perfect. Thai tea French toast. Worth the hype and the calories. Perfect crisp exterior with flavorful soft chewy interior. Definitely a destination dish. Hmong sausage with added egg. Delicious flavor in the sausage. Egg was perfectly cooked with runny yolk. The dish definitely needed the homemade house sweet and sour sauce that had hints of lemongrass. Overall dish was good to try for the first time. Chicken noodle soup. Winner winner chicken dinner. Just a delicious bowl of food. Great flavors and textures and chew from the noodles. The stars of the dish were the rich broth and the crispy chicken skin. Definitely would order again. Pan fried bean thread noodles with added crispy chicken. Great balance of flavors with a nice hint of spice. Another definite order again dish. Overall: Great experience and lived up to the hype. The food was delicious but sometimes getting a table or reservation can be challenging. The Protip is to just get the pastries to go. They were all extraordinary and worth every calorie! read more

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Long overdo review. Nestled in a quiet neighborhood with limited street parking. My best friend and I wanted to love this place. We had a lunch reservation for over a month since dinner reservations were months out. We were seated right away but the tables were more cafe style and very tight. We could hear conversations from our table neighbors. I ordered the beef salad (now switched to shrimp maybe), she ordered the sweet pork. We wanted a coconut pandan croissant, but they were sold out so we settled on a shared almond croissant. The croissant was great. The beef salad had a laab seasoning intent but there was just so so much more salad and very few slices of beef. The sweet pork and the papaya salad was mid but tasted more Thai style. Maybe their dinner menu is better. In the meantime, try Hmong village for slightly better parking and more authentic Hmong food options with half of the cost. read more

Diane’s Place - Cafes Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

Some restaurants feed the body. Diane's feeds something deeper. For the last few Saturday mornings, my friend and I have made our pilgrimage there for breakfast. From the moment we walk in, it feels as though we've been transported to a small pocket of magic hidden in Minneapolis. The people who work at Diane's come from many backgrounds, yet they share something unmistakable: a genuine pride in what they do. Their warmth and professionalism create an atmosphere that is both welcoming and quietly elegant. The room has a style all its own. It's not flashy or pretentious. It simply feels alive. The people who gather there seem to add to the experience. There is an energy, a beauty, and a sense of possibility that makes you want to linger over another cup of coffee. And then there are the pastries. When trays emerge from the kitchen, conversations pause and heads turn. They are not merely baked goods; they are works of art. The croissants alone are worth the trip. Golden, delicate, and unforgettable filled with a variety of fillings. The thick French toast made from croissant bread and served with fresh raspberries and an enormous dollop of whipped cream somehow transforms comfort food into something extraordinary. We've also enjoyed the crab omelette prepared in the manner of Asian fusion and the rich dark coffee, each prepared with the same attention to detail that seems to define everything Diane's does. What makes Diane's special isn't any one dish, though the food is exceptional. It's the feeling the place creates. For an hour or so on a Saturday morning, the world seems a little more gracious, a little more beautiful, and a little more hopeful. That's a rare gift, and it's why we keep coming back. Diane's allows me to step outside the noise of the world and into a place where everything seems touched by care, beauty, and possibility. That may be the finest thing a restaurant can offer. read more

One of my favorite meals in Minneapolis! Diane's place is an Hmong-American restaurant and absolutely worth the visit. For three we shared the Hmong sausage, Sweet Pork Bowl and a few pastries. Everything was delicious but the highlight for me was the Hmong sausage. The flavor and texture were out of this world!! Paired perfectly with rice. They get quite busy but you are able to snag a seat outside - it is open seating. Service was quick and attentive and the outdoor seating was perfect on a nice day. Can't wait to come back when I am in the area! read more

We were in Minneapolis for the weekend and ended up coming here twice, that should tell you everything! We started with brunch and had an amazing experience. The space was much bigger than I expected; they use a back area as well, which isn't as posh, but the service and food were still really good. For brunch we ordered the Thai tea French toast and the Hmong sausage. The portions were generous, my husband and I left completely stuffed. Our waiter convinced us to come back for dinner the next day, and we're glad he did. Brunch was still my favorite, but dinner held its own. Definitely worth a visit for both! read more

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Really need to try sit down & their actual menu if I can ever get in but wanted to try the pastries. Crab Rangoon was my favorite I would love for them to have more savory options. Everything was very good- had to warm them up to taste fresher but the lychee was another favorite and super unique. Definitely the best pastries I've been able to find in the twin cities. read more

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THIS PLACE IS WHAT DREAMS ARE MADE OF!! So So good! Out of all the places we at during our visit this is the one we will miss the most. All the entrees were delicious (Thai French Toast and the Pho Chicken Noodle) and the pastries were to die for (we ordered more to take home before leaving). The space is adorable however is TIGHT and BUSY so give yourself plenty of time or make a reservation (it's so worth it) We also had matcha and tea and both were so good! The service was also great the entire team is so friendly and nice! Wish we had something like this back home seriously am going to miss this restaurant! HIGHLY RECOMMEND!! read more

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Had a beautiful and very fulfilling brunch. FYI- get a reservation! We had to book out several weeks because they were all full. The main dining area is low lit and has an elegant feel. (All tables were full and once one emptied, it was quickly turned over.) We had heard rave reviews about a few items and so we ordered a few main dishes to share: Thai tea French toast, the (Hmong) sausage egg and cheese croissant sandwich, and the sweet pork bowl with sticky rice. Everything was very delicious and super filling -- thankful for the take home boxes! My favorite of the three was sweet pork bowl (I prefer savory) but the French toast was SO. GOOD. and really blew me away. I cannot recommend that enough! Took home several pastries as well, including the almond croissant (very sweet) and the green scallion danish (tastes like garlic bread!). Get a reservation and check it out! read more

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Always outstanding! They just doubled their capacity and this week will open up walk up coffee and pastry takeout! Best service is the Standard! read more

Diane’s Place - Noodle stir fry with pork belly! Huge portion! - Cafes Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

Where do I even start? We were seated almost immediately upon arrival thanks to the advance rsvp made by my friend. Inside the restaurant is cozy and intimate. The food was so good: we ordered a variety beginning with the croissant that was beautifully decorated too pretty to eat. I thought I was about to eat just another chicken noodle soup but boy was I wrong. The presentation was delightful and one slurp of the soup. Wow. Tasty. Warm. Amazing. I wish I can go there every week but I'm visiting from out of town. Can't wait to go back. Oh and the chef was so friendly. So happy and proud of her accomplishments. Don't wait, go and experience it. read more

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Service, food and ambience are all first rate. It's no surprise that Diane's place is on the Michelin team's radar. If we'd had another couple of people with us we would have ordered ALL the pastries but as it was just my brother and me we made do with the green scallion danish and the pink champagne kouign aman. Both were delicious. I continued along a decadent path with my order of Thai French toast. Made with a croissant bread it is creamy and lighter than it looks. An order of the vegetable egg rolls with peanut sauce brought a more savory balance to the table as did my brother's order of a sticky rice/sausage dish. I hope to make this part of my annual visit to Minneapolis. read more

Diane’s Place - Vegetable egg rolls with peanut sauce - Cafes Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

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Was really excited to come here because I have read so many good reviews and heard so many good things, but the only word that comes to mind is.. underwhelming. We came here on a Monday morning and since we had a larger party we were sat in the back area (which is totally fine, I understand this) but there was a lot of weird construction happening while we were back there, the ambiance was not great because it was loud and it just was not ideal. The front area looked lovely and very fun though, so there's that, but unfortunately, just not our experience. I will confess, the pastries were great. We ordered the vast majority of them and they all were simply delightful. However, at a place such as this, if you have amazing pastries.. I would like to think that the coffee options would be great too.. the coffee was underwhelming. I got ube matcha which initially I had ordered half sweet and it came out literally a sugar bomb.. so I ordered a second and she ensured it was half sweet. It was ok, not great. I ended up ordering the glass noodles with chicken. The chicken was good. It had a nice sear and was tasty.. nothing special. The veggies in the noodles were good but in all honesty, this dish was REALLY HARD to eat. It was a mountain of noodles served in this tiny lil bowl and it just did not make it easy at all. Also, someone at my table ordered the papaya salad and it was the same thing.. a small bowl for a large serving. Just not great. We were given one pitcher of water for a table of 7.. which ran out quickly and we did not get a fresh one until we asked. I think that coming back here in a party of 2 or 3 would be best. But this particular experience was just not it for me. read more

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Best meal during MN trip. Highly recommend. Well reviewed by critics. Recently won Top 59 restaurants in the US! Innovative flavors and great service. Price was reasonable for the ingredients and preparation time. We came in medium expectations but left impressed. This place could easily compete in a big city culinary scene. Chef's accolades are well deserved. We went for brunch at 2pm and met Chef Diane who is personable and kind. read more

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Been wanting to check this place out! We went on international women's day so they had some special choices like the strawberry espresso tonic which was so refreshing. We did try menu staples like the Hmong sausage and sticky rice (unique but tasty/ I loved the hot sauce) and the Thai tea French toast. Also the Mango passion fruit lychee croissant which was a cube so that was interesting to look at. That was of course amazing also. I cant wait to go back! read more

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The best Hmong American restaurant I've ever been to! Order at their little booth right outside, seat yourself inside or outside, and enjoy their extensive menu. I got a Thai latte (espresso is not included so make sure to add it if you want coffee), and shared a pandan-coconut croissant, the Hmong sausage, and the sweet pork bowl. Everything was very flavorful, the hot sauces are super spicy, would get it all again! read more

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Such a cute spot! Had one of the pastries, as well as tried the sausage dish and the bean noodle dish. I ordered the pork belly and we all shared the egg rolls. Everything was delicious! This place has a ton of hype and it might be a little overhyped, but definitely a gem of a spot! read more

Diane’s Place - Pork belly and egg rolls - Cafes Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

I was in town for work recently with 0 plans or reservations and researched this place in an uber coming straight from the airport. Cozy Hmong-American restaurant with French-influenced pastries? Count me in! I literally updated my destination to this restaurant while in the uber and decided to grab a bit of food before heading to my hotel. I had no reservation, but arriving a little after 1 pm on a Monday had no wait for a bar seat. It's such a cozy, homey restaurant with light wood, light brick, natural light, few plants inside and a very casual patio with picnic tables outside. I could see this place being a tough reservation during peak times. I hadn't eaten all day and was extremely hungry. I opted for the king crab omelette with red curry beurre blanc. I got a side of sticky rice to make it slightly heartier since I was so hungry and got some pastries to go, since I was in a bit of a time crunch to make it to my hotel and take some work calls. Service was incredibly friendly and fast. My server really did Minneapolis proud, chatted with me about my trip, gave me other great goodie recommendations to fill out my dining for the week, and overall really made the visit special. The crab omelette was unreal. Simultaneously fresh, light, but with a hint of kick and richness from the red curry beurre blanc. Excellent flavor combo. I got the crab Rangoon danish and the coconut pandas croissant to go and ate them for breakfast the next day and they were still so light and fresh with unreal flavor combos. The pandan was my favorite and I tend to be a savory over sweet pastry girl. This place is deserving of all of its hype and more. I honestly really wanted to go back and asked if I could try to sneak in a reservation to come again for later in the week, but sadly they are when I was free the rest of the time I was in town. Absolutely scheming to come back to Minneapolis just to eat here again! read more

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We had a beautiful first experience at Diane's. I understand the hype. And it is warranted! Everything we had was delicious. Highly recommend the sweet porkbelly. Wowza. Wonderful serving staff. Small, cozy space. Absolutely make a reservation or plan on to go. Street parking. Single level, smaller space but appears accessible. read more

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Came here for dessert and drinks! Service was really fast, but the bar area was packed the day we went. Servers kept checking on us and the lady working at the bar was very knowledgeable and passionate about her job! Vibes are just really good and they have good selection of beer. I really enjoyed my apple cider! I forgot the name of the dessert I had but it came with good portion of ice-cream!! read more

Diane’s Place - Apple cider beer - Cafes Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

Woke up super early to come here on a Sunday morning because their reservations were booked out for weeks. Was so disappointed with the food. Thai tea French toast had to much potential with the brioche bread but did not get soaked through at all. The outside crust had a light thai tea flavor but the total inside of the bread did not have any Thai tea flavor. Vegetable spring rolls were basic. read more

Diane’s Place - Thai tea French toast and vegetable spring rolls - Cafes Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

The food was delicious and an ode to Hmong food with an elevated touch. The veggies are standout in the eggroll stuffed chicken. So fresh and satisfying. The chicken was both slightly crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. The Hmong pulled pork was delightful with delicious flavors. The pork steam rolls were soft and paired well with the peanut sauce. The drink I ordered was the croissant at sea which was slightly sweet, creamy, and refreshing. Would definitely recommend trying this restaurant! read more

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He Said: This place is good. I went on a Friday morning and the place was already packed. I will have to come back to try more of their items. I have been wanting to try Diane's (along with everyone else in Minnesota), and was not disappointed. If my dad went with me, he would probably say he could get the same kinds of Asian food for 1/3rd the price. While somewhat true, the differentiator is the level of care given to each dish. Diane's reminds me of Vinai, which is close by. The food is "elevated" well-- higher quality of ingredients and preparation but the essence of the dish origins are still there. Pros: Staff is so good The bar area is a great place to eat and chat Easy to digest brunch menu (not 100 different items) Always like to see Asian restaurants thriving Cons: Prices are a little expensive read more

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The best fusion food I have had in the Twin cities! One thing to note is that a reservation is needed to eat indoors at Diane's place. There is a open area with a lot of benches right next to the restaurant, so a pickup order could be placed and eaten out on a nice sunny day. I went for brunch, as I heard so much about their brunch menu, and was not disappointed at all. We first ordered a couple of their pastries. The scallion butter danish was so hevenly. The Ube milk tea as so frothy and delicious. We also ordered their famous thai tea french toast, it was so unique in flovors and the bread was just melting in the mouth. It was not too sweet, which I also loved! The Asian noodles was the next on our menu, the noodles were hand pulled and the broth was so flavourful and comforting. It was my first time being at a Hmong restaurant. Definitely coming back again soon! Definitely worth the hype! The service was pretty quick after we ordered and the vibes were really good inside. read more

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Finally after many months of waiting for a reservation and one reschedule I was able to get one booked. Atmoshpere is quite cozy as the tables are really close together. I am glad we were able to be seated at one of the more open tables versus ones against the wall which looked quite close for comfort. Our server was absolutely amazing! Reminded me of one of my favorite servers in FL. Very outgoing, the right level of attentive and really on top of it and very personable. Food ordered: Coconut Croissant Almond Croissant- very good, the filling was amazing, but the outside was a little too crunchy for me. I like em soft. Sticky rice with Hmong Sausage and Egg. Was looking forward to the sausage, but was not a fan at all of the taste. Pork belly bowl- the pork belly was all fat. Pan Fried Bean Thread Noodles- very tasty. Glad to see they are adding on- the space is quite small, there was only one restroom, but after the line started forming, they showed us to the bigger bathrooms around the corner. Finished with a little cup of ice cream which was incredibly satisfying and different. Green pandan flavor. Glad I got to experience this place at least once. read more

Excellent food. Excellent service. The pastries are exquisite. This quaint and friendly cafe is everything. The food is balanced, flavorful, and everything was good. read more

Finally got to try out Diane's place last night for dinner and it certainly lived up to the hype! The restaurant was very busy and it's a pretty packed in space but it also feels very cozy and warm. Service was super friendly and helpful! Ended up ordering the scallion croissants, egg rolls, and pork short ribs to start with the Hmong sausage (add egg) and pulled pork for mains. It was the perfect amount of food for our group of 4 (2 of which though we're 88 yo women though so if you have a group with bigger appetites at least one more main would be good). There were no misses in any of the dishes. Highly recommend getting all the sauces on the side to try too. Make sure you leave room for dessert especially since chef Diane's roots are as a pastry chef. We got the Vietnamese coffee affogato and the chocolate torte. Fantastic! read more

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I will be dreaming of the mini scallion croissants and pulled pork for quite some time. It was a spiritual food experience.

From the moment we shook off the cold in the entryway to the time we left this was perfection! Diane's Place for brunch the other day was amazing...just amazing! The host quickly seated us upon arrival and our waiter was quick to take drink orders and answer any questions we had. Our group got the mushroom Danish, 2 orders of Diane's Hmong sausage(one with hot sauce one with sweet & sour sauce), Thai Tea French toast, and the Sweet Pork bowl. For our cocktails I ordered the Lucky Litchi and my wife ordered the Croissant at Sea. I'm going to start with the Hmong sausage. It may not have been the star of the meal, but it was a satisfying, savory delicious meal far better than my Jimmy Dean sausage links and eggs at home. Next up, the meal I ordered was the Sweet Pork Bowl. At first glance I was a little disappointed as it seemed pretty light on the pork, but as I dug in there was pork a plenty! It was all of what I wanted when I ordered and then some. It had a touch of sweetness and plenty of savory and spice to tickle my tastebuds...for me it was a homerun! The final meal was the Thai Tea french toast. If you like French toast this has to be tried out. It had to have been two inches thick if not more. One would think it wouldn't be good in the middle, but you would be wrong it was perfection. Normally I'm not a fan of sweet breakfasts like pancakes, waffles, French toast, but writing this I want to go back just for this. It was take a bite, DAMN THAT'S AMAZING! My wife got me to start liking cocktails so whenever we go somewhere we try ones we might not consider making at home. The Lucky Litchi was it for me with Mezcal. I'm not a huge fan of smoke in my drinks and some Mezcal can be way too smoky. This was the perfect blend of sweet to balance the Mezcal's flavor. For my wife the Croissant at Sea was kind of a take on my wife's favorite drink the Mai Tai and with the almond croissant orgeat we definitely wouldn't have on hand at home. It was delicious and delightful with it's accoutrements. Diane's Place 11 out of 10 stars...it was that good! read more

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I came here for a birthday dinner and was so happy I chose to celebrate it here. So many things stood out--the food, the ambiance, the service--everything was exceptional. The food was phenomenal. Since the restaurant is known for its baked goods/brunch, I was worried I wouldn't get to try many of them during dinner, but the mini scallion croissants and the croissant à la mode more than satisfied my pastry cravings--and they were absolutely delicious. Beyond the baked goods, the short ribs, Hmong sausage, and egg roll-stuffed chicken were all stellar. The ambiance is cozy yet lively. Every table was filled, and it truly felt like everyone there was having a great time. I'd definitely recommend making reservations--I'm not even sure walk-ins are possible with how busy it gets. Honestly, I don't have enough good things to say about Diane's Place. The food was incredible, but what stood out the most was the service. Our waiter, Caleb, was an absolute delight. He was patient, attentive, extremely knowledgeable, and gave us amazing recommendations across both the food and drink menus. He made the birthday dinner feel extra special, and I can't wait to come back--whether for another celebration or for brunch. read more

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Wow, what a special place. First off--reservations are necessary and fill up fast, so you'll need to plan at least a few weeks in advance. The service really stands out here. All of the staff were warm, friendly, and acted like they were genuinely excited to have us. The space is intimate, tasteful, and beautiful. The food, drinks, and pastries are as sublime as everyone says. The Thai Tea French Toast is a standout--and this is coming from someone who likes neither tea nor french toast! If you're looking to celebrate a milestone or have an intimate date, make a reservation! You won't regret it. read more

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I've been wanting to try Diane's Place for months and finally made it to their brunch service! We started with a few pastries, my favorite was the calamansi raspberry danish, the mango passionfruit lychee croissant was really good too but i wished there was more lychee. The scallion danish with garlic butter was disappointing because i couldn't taste the scallion at all, it tasted more like garlic bread. The Thai tea french toast was amazing! The croissant bread used in it really elevated it and added such a great texture. I also really loved the Diane's Hmong Sausage, the sausage was so flavorful and the sticky rice was perfect. For the price i probably wouldn't come back but i had a great meal and am glad i tried it read more

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Diane's place lived up to the hype. I was on a waitlist for a table for a long time and finally got a reservation for brunch. The Thai tea French toast was delicious and had the perfect amount of crunch and fluffy croissant layers. The egg and cheese croissant sandwich paired perfectly with it. The ube latte with added espresso was amazing. I would go back to get the latte to go, and will definitely be trying the pastries next time! Our server was really nice and gave us an ice cream scoop with a candle for the event we were celebrating. read more

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Reservations required. I read about Diane's on the NYT after booking our trip to Minneapolis and was excited to snag a reservation. It's a cozy restaurant with all the great smells wafting through the air. The hubby and I went for breakfast and ordered a few things to share. We had the Thai tea french toast which was super thick, creamy, and delicious. There was a ton of fresh whipped cream on top and didn't think the maple syrup was necessary. I ordered a side of the house made breakfast patty which was nice and crisp and very spicy. I couldn't eat it all due to the spice level and wish the server would've warned us about it. I also got a side of the pickled mustard greens which were bright, tangy, and cut through all the spice and richness of the sausage and french toast. On the side was a double espresso, drip coffee, and a mango, passionfruit, lychee croissant. The croissant was my least favorite item and I wouldn't recommend it. It was packed with filling and way too sweet. We cut it in half, scooped the filling out, and only ate a quarter of the croissant. Prices are steep and I heard the same comment from the tables around us. Hard to order a croissant breakfast sandwich at $18 before tax and tip. read more

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Worth a try but it's definitely pricey for what it is and the pastry quality isn't mindblowing but the flavors are unique. We came with reservations on a Friday at 9am for 4 people. We got seated right away. It didn't seem too busy though and they have both indoor seating and a large outdoor grass area. We decided to get mostly pastries but did order a side of the Hmong sausage. For pastries we got the Vietnamese coffee croissant, the mango passion fruit lychee croissant and the coconut pandan croissant. They really filled each croissant to the brim which I appreciated. But each croissant was just the cream and the croissant. No real textural contrasts. The croissant texture wasn't bad but it wasn't that flaky or crispy. More doughy. The flavor of the cream was good though. Nothing was overly sweet either. We really liked the Hmong sausage. A decent size and not sweet, just savory which was a good contrast to the pastries. A little on the fatty side. read more

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Visited 11/13/25. Diane's place deserves alll the flowers that it has been getting. From the really pretty ambiance, to the solid service and check-ins, to of course the amazing food-it's got everything down! My first dinner visit here was so fun and I would definitely recommend it to others. Here is a breakdown of what we got Highly recommend: -Papaya salad: so so good! I'm not a huge papaya salad person but I loved this -Pulled pork: my friend got this but I had so much envy after trying it -Pumpkin pastry monthly special: we got end of night pastries on our way out and I ate this the next morning-it was perfection! Recommend: -Tham Kollins drink-creamy and easy to drink -Vegetable egg rolls-I'm more of a pork egg rolls girl but these were highly delicious -Pan fried noodles with pork-if you get these get the pork option. It was cooked to perfection and was the best part of this dish. There's honestly nothing I don't recommend. Everything was really solid. My one tip that my friend made a slight mistake on is don't order hot spice even if you tolerate spice well unless you're a huge spice person-it gets HOT. Still worth eating though. Loved it and will be back (if we can get a reservation in, reservations fill up FAST) read more

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So Diane's is pretty famous, so nobody needs this review, but here goes. Tuesday early brunch,around 10 am, was able to walk in and get seated at the bar immediately. Weekends book more than a month in advance I was told. My wife enjoyed the SAUSAGE, EGG & CHEESE CROISSANT and I really liked the RED CURRY DUCK STEW, which was new on the menu. We both found our dishes to be flavorful, rich, and filling. With the first bite of stew, I had expected a higher degree of spicy-ness, but halfway through my meal I realized that I appreciated the subtle flavors and was very satisfied. Service was prompt and friendly. And customer and staff was vibe was upbeat. read more

Diane’s Place - Red curry duck stew - Cafes Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

We were so excited to dine at Diane's! We ordered many things off of the menu to share and everything was tasty with a variety of spice levels. The stand outs for me where the mini scallion croissants and our desserts. I honestly didn't think anything could beat the buttered pecan croissant à la mode, and then I tasted the Castella cake and it was game over! Highly, highly recommend the drinks, baked items and desserts. The meal was good, and I loved sampling cultural cuisine, but if we come back, it's definitely going to be for the drinks and desserts. read more

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Very good good. I got the Hmong braised pork. Place was packed. It's nice to see so many mixed races experiencing the Hmong culture. read more

Diane’s Place - Two Hmong sisters enjoying Diane's place. - Cafes Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

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My friends and I made got a late reservation at Diane's place because we hadddd to try it! It was delicious, and I'm so glad that we went. The vibe was calm and classy, but not too fancy unless you want it to be. The staff was super helpful and kind. Diane's is family style, where they bring out dishes to share. We ordered two entrees and one appetizer, all delicious!! Pulled pork was the group favorite. Planning to go back & try brunch and pastries sometime!! read more

Diane’s Place - Diane's Hmong sausage with sticky rice & pulled pork - Cafes Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

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**Only went to the bakery counter- did you know you can do that?!? It was amazing! We only waited 15 min at 9:30am on a Sunday. I suggest getting here early! The space was cozy and intimate. I will be making reservations for the future! I heard the hostesses calling some waitlist reservations, so there is hope to get in earlier than 2026! Pastries: (I had to ask for separate boxes for my sweet and savory- they would have all tasted like garlic!) Savory- GREEN SCALLION DANISH 5/5 - tastes like garlic bread and a croissant had a baby! Amazing! CRAB RANGOON DANISH 5/5 - I love crab Rangoon and this didn't disappoint! The crust was flaky and perfection and the filling was creamy and flavorful. Sweet- VIETNAMESE COFFEE CROISSANT 5/5 - creamy filling and had awesome flavor. Perfect touch of adding coffee jellies to the top. MANGO, PASSION FRUIT & LYCHEE CROISSANT (cube) 5/5 - We had 3 lychee in/on this and the tasted so fresh and not canned. The filling was decadent and the flavors combined well. The pastry shell was the winner. It reminded me of my favorite treat from another bakery in Mpls (American teacake at Baker's Wife). The best! *(Limited release) Cookies and Cream croissant 5/5- this was so cool! The croissant flavored and black in color and the creamy Oreo filling. The white coating stole the show! Everything was amazing! You can taste the quality and the love in this pastry art. I will be back soon to try their food menu but might just crave a pastry and be there before I can get in! So good! read more

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