My table had cheese curds as an appetizer and they were great! We also shared the chips, guac, and…read morequeso and it was all delicious. I got the cheeseburger with tator tots for my entree. The tots were the real stand out! Perfectly seasoned and crunchy. We love this for a good local casual choice!

I love sitting out on the patio, but I'm sorry to report that the last time we were here we saw a…read moremouse running around.. I know they can't control the outdoors but that really put me off. I also remember the happy hour deals used to be better than they are now, so probably wouldn't recommend for happy hour specifically. Otherwise a decent spot on a golf course to stop by for a drink and a quick bite.

Steven, our server was incredible! He started the evening off with his pleasant demeanor and made…read morewonderful recommendations. We took his suggestions and had the Steak and Spicy Noodles and the Berry Bourbon Glazed Aged Pork Chop. Everything was delicious. what a lovely way to spend my birthday. We will be back.

Such a great find in maple grove! Loved walking in to such beautiful decor, the lighting definitely…read morecaught my eye. The bar also got my attention with all the bottles on the wall! Plenty of seating although it seemed like a lot of the tables were very close to each other so not much privacy unless you are in a booth. Loved the individual bathroom stalls, very clean and private. The food was amazing!! We didn't know what to expect here but the food was cooked to perfection, shoutout to the chef for making the noodles Al dente, especially the rice noodles. Being Asian I know how hard it can be to get the right texture for rice noodles but they were perfect! Flavors were incredible. Portions were plentiful, we shared two entrees and two apps between 4 girls and we had leftovers and we were all starving too. Love the vibes here, definitely feels more upscale yet casual. Drinks looked really good too but we did not want to day drink this time.

I really wasn't sure what to expect when we came here for the first time, it's tucked away and…read moreunassuming on the outside. But when you walk in, the vibes are immaculate. The bartenders are friendly, the drinks are unique + delicious, and there's clearly regulars that help shape the atmosphere. I can't wait to come back and play (free!) pool!

This is a beautiful place to have a drink. Dampfwerk is a surprise. Located in a warehouse in a…read moreneighborhood of railroad tracks and concrete block, the Dampfwerk Distillery hits you with elegance and sophistication once you enter. It's a "Through the Looking Glass," experience. It's like imbibing in your wealthy uncle's basement bar. Known for its aperitifs, Dampfwerk requires navigation. Izzy and Wyatt were our navigators and bartenders. They were great. Everything we tasted was refined, delicious and special. Dampfwerk would be unique anywhere in the world. This is a place to surprise friends and guests from out of town. By the time I arrived at Dampfwerk, I was already tipsy from spending time at another distillery. (My spouse does the driving, thankfully.) Thus, I can't remember what I drank, but I know I had a great time.

I stopped in with a friend for their Sunday social hour. They have some nice drink and appetizer…read morespecials at the bar. As always, the ambiance and service was phenomenal! The brussel sprouts are so good; they add vibrancy with the feta, bacon, and pomegranate seeds that elevate the dish. I will be back!

Went to Boketto during social hour. Surprisingly not as busy as expected…read more Ordered the Guest Appreciation 3-course; super worth it for the price and portions! I quite enjoyed most of the food. The key lime pie was delicious! I also ordered the cucumber marg and dragon fruit sangria. Both excellent drinks. Service was very friendly and attentive. We were served quickly and they even minded our time as we had to be somewhere after dinner. The decor was lovely. The mood in the restaurant is intimate and tasteful.

Heather's in Minnetonka is such a cute spot! I went for brunch with a friend and everything was…read moreamazing. I got the breakfast quesadilla, and it was so good! The restaurant is beautifully decorated with a modern vibe, and they also have a really cute patio if you want to sit outside. The service was phenomenal, and everyone was so friendly. If you're planning to go on a weekend, I would definitely recommend making a reservation because it got pretty busy while we were there. The food, service, and vibes were all amazing, and I'll definitely be back to try more items on the menu!

I drove by Heathers and the "Let's Eat Here" sign lured me right in!…read more The restaurant is welcoming and bright. The staff was friendly, and the menu had lots of unique options. I tried the Mediterranean tuna fish sandwich. It was pretty good, although not amazing. The side salad had a dressing that was really good! The parking lot is free, but pretty small, so you may need to find parking nearby. I'd definitely go back to try some of the other things on the menu

Family run Italian with unique recipes. The best focaccia…read moreyou've ever had in Minnesota. Great service, especially if you get Paige as your server. Everyone makes you feel at home.

Wow. Spectacularly awful. If you like cold (and I mean COLD)…read morefood and pretentiousness this is the place for you. Now I will say the Tomato toast and the cherry sour drink was good. However, it started going downhill when a dish was brought out by a runner before any of the other dishes and was set on our table without silverware. She left without bringing silverware and it would be a full 5 minutes before our server was able to be flagged down to get us silverware. We noted that this dish needed to be refired and brought out with the remaining dishes. After 15 minutes more the rest if the meal came out, and you guessed it, the original "needs to be refired" dish came out 5 minutes later. My wife's pasta was cold. Not lukewarm. Cold. Think I just opened a can of chef boyardee's and poured on a plate cold. It was disgusting. Oh and the "refired spaghetti" (buttered noodles) was also cold. The chicken parm (which their version is deep fried chicken) was warm but unseasoned and the breading was oil sogged because the frying oil was clearly not hot enough. This place gets 1 star. My favorite part was when the runner was doing her makeup in a mirror behind the hostess stand in the middle of the dining room. At a price of $183 for two for pasta this place needs to rethink their workers, their menu, and how they are going to keep attracting people. Shut down for three weeks and learn how to run your restaurant! That the Strib gave these guys a glowing review is beyond me. Very emperor's new clothes.

Wonderful, intimate spot in Minneapolis. On our last night before returning home, Flora Room seemed…read moreas if it would fit the bill for our cocktail fix. Relatively easy to find, though you do have to hunt a little bit, Flora Room sits behind a nondescript metal door leading down a short hallway to the entrance. Take a long moment to allow your eyes to adjust if you're coming before sunset; this space is DARK. It's also perfect. Once your "night vision" kicks in you're surrounded by a nice bar, numerous bistro-style tables and booths. Candles adorn the tables creating a nice, cozy place to settle in for drinks. Once seated in comfortable chairs at a table, we were quickly greeted and provided with menus. The cocktail selection is relatively "small" but really nicely varied. Prices seemed a tad steep but frankly, given the quality of the drinks I'd say quite worth it. I started out with the Evita, a nice flavorful gin-base cocktail topped with a nice egg white foam. Very tasty. My wife opted for the Tapaculo, with gin, mezcal, pineapple, banana and bitters over ice. Also quite good. There are also bites available from the associated restaurant I can't recall the name of mine but I can say it was delicious. Bread-like bites with a really tasty dipping sauce. To close out the visit I selected Palo, a smoked aged rum cocktail that was really nice and rich. My wife chose the Nahualito with rum, walnut, amontillado and white chocolate. All should be on your radar. Flora Room really fit the bill for a nice, intimate speakeasy-style spot to spend time. Dark and cozy. Savory cocktails and friendly service will stand out and make you want to return. I know we'll seek it out if we return to Minneapolis again. I hope so.

Wow, this place was cool!…read more The entry is pretty hidden and parking requires a bit of work unless you do valet. We went on a Saturday night, so we had to wait a bit in order to be seated. However, it was worth the wait for us. There is a dark moody vibe and while my group went in for drinks, there are also options for food. The place itself is pretty loud - both with music and talking, so maybe not the best location for a first date. The drinks are expensive, but the experience was worthwhile for us. I enjoyed the meditteránea. I'll very likely be back! What a neat spot.

Met a friend or lunch. This came up on ChatGPT, was recommended by the hotel and highly rated on…read moreYelp. Since there are 4 of them in various locations, I figured it must be good. Place was lovely! Seated immediately. Served a drink immediately. Water came quickly. Ordered edamame while I waited for my dining partner. Wow- they were delicious! Then ordered the pistachio crusted walleye BLT with extra lettuce. That was a serious sandwich. Very good but pistachio didn't come out. Everyone attentive and I loved the communication. They had a large party coming in and I had been "camping" while waiting for my dining partner. We agreed to be done before they needed to set up versus changing tables. All good!

I came here for a birthday dinner and loved the food here! I tried the grilled salmon penne and it…read morewas incredible, but my sister's garlic shrimp linguine was even more delicious. Both were wonderfully flavorful! My mom tried the grilled salmon with rice and asparagus, which I frankly didn't bother to try because I knew it wouldn't compare to the other two plates. The Brussels sprouts as an appetizer was decent, but had too much balsamic glaze, my table agreed. Our server was a bit hard to talk to, but still attentive and helpful. The patio was incredible, though. Especially as it got darker out, the string lights made a very enchanting vibe- minus all the bugs biting your ankles. I would plan to return, but be prepared for a heftier bill!

First time here, and I was pleasantly surprised by both the atmosphere and the service. We sat at…read morethe bar, and Junior was exceptional--friendly, attentive, and full of personality. The happy hour drinks are a great value, and I appreciated that they offer weekday specials. I ordered the broasted chicken meal, which came out hot, juicy, and freshly prepared. The only reason I'm giving four stars instead of five is that both the chicken and the waffle fries could have used seasoning. That said, everything else was on point. Overall, this is one of the best dive bars I've visited in a long time.

Great reboot. It can get busy but dont let that deter you. Service is great- super friendly and…read moreattentive. The menu is small but well rounded. The hilltop burger with waffle fries and seasoned sour cream is solid. The teriyaki chicken sandwich is spot on. Highly recommended and they have plenty of tvs and bar space. New favorite local place!

Fantastic venue! It's a nice, cozy and inviting spot. I was there for a private event, so I can't…read morespeak to the normal atmosphere. But I thought it was for sure a vibe! The servers and bartenders were so attentive and efficient with the food and drinks. The Nashville chicken bites were a big hit for appetizers. The staff noticed and eventually came out with a huge tray of chicken! I would highly recommend checking out this place! I will definitely be back for a standard night out.

Went here to grab drinks for my friend's birthday. She had been here before but it was my first…read morevisit. She made reservations but it was nice out so we decided to sit on the patio which was fairly empty. The drinks were definitely interesting and fun! We all got different drinks the first round. My friends shared a few apps. Overall it was a nice time. The server gave us some bday shots (my bday was right before my friends) so that was really nice. The space inside is smaller so I definitely recommend making reservations! Plenty of street parking.