My daughter and I were hungry for pasta, salad tonight and an outdoor patio setting…read more I've lived in the area but never sat patio side at Broders' and thought tonight might be the night. If was just perfect. James M provided wonderful service. My adult daughter and I enjoyed the artichoke app, Caesar salad, and gnocchi entree. Oof! All good and the relaxing patio music made for a nice dinner.

Broders' Pasta Bar proves that simple ingredients can make an unforgettable dish…read more The Lemon Risotto is pure comfort with a fresh twist. Creamy Arborio rice is finished with bright lemon, tender chicken, and a generous snowfall of freshly grated Parmesan that melts into every bite. It's rich without feeling heavy, and the citrus keeps the flavors balanced from start to finish. Bōrder's focuses on quality over flash, and it shows. The pasta is excellent, the atmosphere is relaxed, and every dish feels thoughtfully prepared. If you're looking for something beyond the usual Alfredo or marinara, the Lemon Risotto is absolutely worth ordering. It's the kind of dish you'll find yourself craving again.

Amazing service at the bar from the moment I stopped in. The pesto crusted sea bass blew me away…read moreone of the best dishes I've had. The fish was fresh and buttery and the chili beurre blanc sauce was on another level. Upscale seafood restaurant with nice decor and an uplifting vibe inside. Food is great, service is great, and the drinks top it off nicely. Highly recommend. -Mr.

They were able to accommodate a last minute reservation as the restaurant across the street filed…read morefor bankruptcy over the weekend. However we had to split a group of 12 over 2 tables which was unfortunate. My table ordered the calamari and margarita pizza to start. Both were tasted however the pizza crust was thin but not crispy as it flopped over and dropped half of my cheese and tomato topping. As main I ordered the herb linguine with braised lamb. Overall very tasty and the pasta was cooked just a tad before al dente but still good. Service was impeccable and definitely a place to go to again. But remember make a reservation as the place was packed, even on a Monday night in downtown Minneapolis.

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.

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!

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.

It has been a few years since I have been to ie Italian Eatery. My first time here was back in…read moreOctober 2021 with a group of new friends whom I have become pretty close with and my most recent visit this past Sunday was with them and it was nice to be back together! We ordered a variety of dishes to share and it was a great meal and capped off with a nice Tiramisu dessert. The servers were pretty friendly and attentive - they stopped by many times during our meal to check on us. While there is a parking lot for the restaurant, it is not super big and the parking spaces are pretty small/tight.

Came back under the new owners and was blown away by how insanely good their pasta is. Truly some…read moreof the best pasta I've had, and for sure in the twin cities. I got the fusilli and LOVED it. We also tried their arancini and it was to die for. Taste wise very comparable to a traditionally arancini, but even better because they served it with a creamy cheese sauce. I absolutely will be coming back and I can't wait to do so (once I fight for and get a reservation lol). Also our service was fantastic, our server was so so sweet.

Overrated and overpriced. Had the lamb chops and they were blah. Underseasoned overpriced, very…read moredisappointing. I've had better at a more reasonable cost. I'm a visitor from out of state and doubt that I'll ever be back to this restaurant again. Had the lamb chops because that's what I was expected to order. The tab before the tip was $400 for five of us. I don't think we got our moneys worth. But I'm an old fart and This place was not my choice. The others thought that the meals were terrific. Service was excellent and attentive. I had a difficult time picking something from the menu that interested me. I'm sure this place attracts a certain clientele who are impressed with their James Beard award and local reputation. I guess I'm just not impressed by a restaurant that can't season lamb chops so they have a nice flavor. This one failed in my opinion.

Cute location, great food and fantastic service. I would definitely recommend this restaurant.read more

two of the best pizzas i've ever enjoyed, plus the room felt cozy and comfortable even it the…read moretables were crowded

I knew that I had to come because the Korean Chef was crowned a James Beard award. So, I had fairly…read morehigh expectations coming in. When my friend and I walked in, we came into a fairly spacious dimly lit space with loads of people inside. We were immediately informed that there would be over 1.5hr wait for a walk-in table. We were given the option to wait for bar seating as it would probably be quicker - and surely, it was. We did have to wait quite a bit, but it was a tolerable amount of time and definitely less than what it would have taken for an actual table. My friend and I decided to share 2 pizza pies as we wanted to get a taste of two different flavors, so we eventually settled on Korean BBQ & Perfect Pickle Pie. KOREAN BBQ As it was created by a Korean chef, it definitely had true authentic Korean flavors. As a Korean myself, I was very familiar with this soy vinaigrette and have tried this on many salad before - so, it was hitting home for me. Also, you can't go wrong with the bulgogi/beef short ribs known to all those who had Korean BBQ before. The combination of the sauces that they use for this pizza is definitely very rich, full of umami. I personally enjoyed it. PERFECT PICKLE PIE This pie was a totally different flavor to the Korean BBQ. It's less rich and maybe can be overpowered or considered more bland compared to other pizza flavors. But when tried together with the BBQ, it balances out the richness of the BBQ with the more subtle/less umami flavors. This pie gives more of a tangy/sour taste that pickles provide and more of a crunch due to the chips that are added on top. The dill is present, but not overpowering. It's a nice low-key kind of taste that people who like pickles will enjoy. Overall, the flavors were very rich in every pizza pie that we had that our mouths were bursting with flavor. It was definitely the most unique pizza toppings that I've had and can see why it's so highly regarded. I can tell that they really are meticulous with their every process and that their pizza guy by the wood fire oven is expertise in what he does. My friend and I walked out quite satisfied and I was honestly more full than I expected.