A nice place to sit outside on the patio on a nice day and enjoy some people watching and good…read morefood. My wife recently had a nice lunch here. The patio is very nice with a good view of the river and skyline. Service is very good. I had a nice Turkey Club sandwich that was stuffed with a lot of turkey despite being noted as a "Junior Club" on the menu. The leftover half made for a good lunch the next day. The accompanying chips, which I assume are made in house, were good, if not a bit too aggressively seasoned. My wife had the Croque Monsieur, which she liked but said it wasn't the best one she's had and she wished it was available as a Croque Madame with a fried egg on top. It looked good, and she's tough to please when it comes to this dish as she's always compares them to the ones she's had in Paris. Definitely a place we'd come back to.

At this point Aster is the OG of St. Anthony Main. Known for its idyllic patio views with line of…read moresight to the Mississippi and Minneapolis skyline, popularity for wedding parties across seasons, and cobblestone whimsy ... Aster, along with the movie theater, has been the one true thing you can rely on to deliver on the Riverfront. Menu is solid if not inspired.

Had a great patio experience at Lake & Irving! We stopped in for a quick bite and got exactly what…read morewe needed to start our night. Patio is spacious and the vibes were summery! The food was quick and delicious. We got a hanger steak on our salad; it was cooked med rare as requested and seasoned well. Furikake chicken was a take on kaarage. It like bit sized chicken crunchies-- and also addictive. The mango tuna roll was not half bad either! Drinks were also yum!! Our waitress was friendly and very helpful! Not a single complaint with service. Would definitely come here again

Overall great experience. I've been four times and food is always great…read more I recommend making a reservation, especially near holidays or for weekend dinner. Most recently I went for restaurant week (3 courses for $45). It was lots of food and though it's a limited menu to choose from, great options to choose from. Note - They have a small lot but it's usually pretty full. There is plenty of free street parking available nearby though

Great food and service! Loved the crab boil wings and sitting at the bar. Friendly, knowledgeable…read morestaff, definitely worth a stop!

Was here for a work happy hour so the experience may be different than others. Service was fast and…read moreconsistent, we were one of a few groups in the restaurant so it was quiet. Music turned on around the time we left at 6:30pm. Had happy hour fries and wings - the fries (wedges) were hard and texture was more like chips, the wings were seasoned generously. For an entree, I ordered Klassics Cut Curry Chicken and was surprised at how big the portion was. It looked like a whole chicken on my plate; I think two people could've shared this! The taste wasn't for me, but it was great to have plenty of leftovers after. After the wings, the mashed potatoes were my favorite - buttery and creamy.

Amazingly for living in the South West Suburbs of Minneapolis (or maybe a little farther than what…read moreyou would consider that), I had never been to Lat14. Lat14 Asian Eatery is a critically acclaimed restaurant in Golden Valley, Minnesota, created by Chef Ann Ahmed. Its name comes from the 14th parallel north, inspiring a menu of bold, shareable Southeast Asian dishes from Laos, Thailand, Cambodia, and the Philippines. The food was phenomenal, which shouldn't be surprising coming from Chef Ann Ahmed's pedigree of awards. We started with a couple of appetizers. First was the Basil Wings which were Tempura Fried with Thai Basil, Jalapenos, and a Signature Dry Rub. Wow the tempura gave a satisfying crunch with a beautiful zing of spices. Next was the Snow Crab Wontons which were filled with Cream Cheese, Snow Crab, and served with Apricot Sweet Chili. These were stuffed with crab and you totally could taste it. The sweet/spicy sauce with nice acidic bite cut through the cream cheese very well. For my main, I went with the Lao Yum Salad which consisted of Mixed Greens, Tomato, Cucumber, Red Onion, Toasted Almonds, Watermelon Radish, Hard Boiled Egg and Lao Yum Dressing. Perfectly balanced and the dressing was delightful. Oh, and can't forget about the House Pickle Assortment of delicious tangy morsels. ___

It had been a long while since I was last able to visit this establishment, since I now live out of…read morestate. When I recently finally got a chance to go while in town, it was a must visit. I used to go at least once a month when living in state and on the west side of the river, especially when they had happy hour (the one negative aspect I have to report. But I digress...) Ann Ahmed is a Laotian-American Minnesotan and 3 times James Beard semi-finalist. This restaurant is known to serve food around the "14th latitude" and is FAMILY STYLE, so keep in mind while ordering. The food also comes out as it is ready rather than all at once per course. My twin sister and I went one cloudy summer's afternoon and sat outside on the patio, surrounded by lush greenery under decorative cloth shading hung above us. Of course, we got the lumpia, which they split in half for us since it was only us two and they come 3 to a plate (or 4 if you pay an extra $8 or something...) and the nam khao for "starters." For once, we both decided to try something different rather than our go-to (heavenly exquisite) Khao soi (sincerely, just divine). I ordered the pad thai with fried tofu and she ordered the squash curry with a side of roasted chicken to add. We both also got cocktails. I got the mango margarita and my sister got the old fashion (lat 14 style). The lumpia are crispy, flaky and filled with the perfect ratio of succulent pork to fillings served with a spicy dipping sauce. When cut in half, they sear the end of the cut portion to seal in the flavor and contents. Next came the khao soi, a dish to tantalize and tease the palate with the crunch of puffed rice and peanuts and the umami bite of pork flavored with lemongrass and other seasonings wrapped in a crispy lettuce leaf. Living currently in Miami, an absolute vacuum for even gross asian food, I was CRAVING pad thai and Lat 14 delivered. Perfectly cooked noodles with the right amount of sauce (not too dry and not swimming either) with lots of protein, perfectly cooked scrambled egg, fresh beansprouts that don't overcrowd the other ingredients and the crushed fresh peanuts hit every note my taste buds craved. I also was allowed to try the curry and never knew squash curry with coconut was the flavor I missed in my life. All in all, is it pricy? Yes. Are the portions also generous? Most definitely. Is it worth it and your wallet will be begging you to lighten itself by another visit? ABSOLUTELY! Also, our server was attentive, knowledgable and kind.

THIS PLACE IS AWESOME!!!! such a vibe. Perfect for date night or a girls night out. The ambiance is…read moreso relaxed and the music is perfect for the restaurant. The service was amazing. We had James as our waiter and he was awesome and very kind. The drink options were very unique and delish. I loved the menu, it had a mix of all different types of food and flavors. The portions were good, we had some leftovers. Elote: 9.2/10 full of seasoning and flavor. Absolutely doused with flavor. Brussel Sprouts: 10/10 perfect in every way. They were perfectly cooked and charred with lots of seasoning. Mac & cheese: 7/10 it was cooked perfect with a lil crunch but it lacked seasoning, maybe a lil more salt beef tips: 10.1/10 if possible. These were my favorite!!! Perfect sized pieces, super tender, juicy and cooker perfectly. The seasoning was perfect for the beef. Paired well with brussel sprouts miso glazed salmon: 10/10 okay i'll be honest...my cats name is miso so i felt weird ordering it but WOW. Absolutely immaculate. The miso glaze tasted fresh and homemade and perfect for this salmon. the salmon itself tasted very high quality and prepared to perfection. house rice: 8.5/10 well seasoned and well cooked, maybe a lil citrus flavor would make it stand out

I enjoy going to Tap In to eat! It is a great space, location and atmosphere to dine with others…read more It has a very chill and calming vibe. During the day it is never too busy, so even stopping in for a quick lunch is simple. Typically there is only 1 person serving, so it can take awhile to get your food. I often order a drink and an appetizer to hold me over while I wait for my meal. Remember to ask them to bring it out when its ready so you don't have to wait. Often when I have done this, the app and meal are all brought out at the same time. I really enjoy the Miso Salmon, brussell sprouts, salad and mac. The drinks are fun, floral and creative. Soon they will have a cool outdoor summer patio space!

Stopped in here while attending the Stone Arch Bridge Festival, and we're glad we did. We sat…read moreoutside on the large patio.There were 7 of us in our party and we all had something different. The nachos were huge, and I had the birria tacos and they were incredible. Our server was incredible and answered all of our questions. We will definitely come back. 5 stars!

My friend and I had so much fun coming for happy hour! I didn't know since I don't believe it says…read moreonline but the vegan chorizo tacos are on happy hour for $10! They are my favorite and we also got chips and salsa to share along with some drinks. I believe mine was a frozen margarita which was very refreshing but a bit small. We sat on the patio which was great! Our waitress did not really come back at all though and we had to place our order with the food runner along with asking them for water. Parking is a bit limited and mostly all paid parking but if you're good with walking there's usually lots near university ave.

Blondette was amazing. Def a bit hard to access as we needed entry from hotel staff at Rand to get…read moreup there in the elevators. However other friends we met there who arrived earlier didnt have that issue so idk. We went for a drag show and it was such an intimate experience. It's a much smaller location than union or some of the other major drag brunch spots so I feel like everyone really got attention from the performers and servers. It was so fun and we gave a ton of tips happily. Our food was awesome, extremely tasty. Highly recommend the French toast, mushroom omelette, and endless mimosas. Will be back for sure to check out dinner and more drag in the future!

Seated at the rooftop of the Rand Hotel Blondette offers a quiet and quaint breakfast experience,…read morereminding me of my days living on the east coast. I ordered the classic breakfast which comes with toasted French bread, potatoes, 2 eggs done in the style of your choice, bacon and sausage. I substituted a steak for the sausage. My steak was cooked perfectly, medium. Eggs were over medium. The bread was slightly more charred than I would have liked but it still tasted delicious when u made my mini egg sandwich. Service was fine! They were helpful, speedy, and came to the table the right amount of times. All in all, happy with my choice of breakfast spot and I will be coming back.

Wow! This place just knocks it out of the park! My boyfriend and I eat out at least once a week,…read moreand this place may have just secured a top 3 spot for 2026!! There is paid parking all around this place but is typically under $5.(as of the posting of the review) We had reservations and were seating right away. Our server was Seth and he was WONDERFUL!!! Like picture the best server you could ever have, and that was Seth! Great recommendations, checked in on us throughout our time there but didn't linger, brought water right away! He was just an absolute delight! The food here was delicious!! We started with the butter board, that is a MUST! The butters were all flavorful! We only wish they had a little bit more bread! The lemongrass wings had EXCELLENT flavor, a spice that does linger (so if you don't do well with spice, there are not for you) they were a little soggy. Wish they had been crunchy! The steak bites were perfection! No notes! The chimichurri tasted so good with the char in the steak! The wild mushroom fettuccine is a must if you like homemade noodles with a fresh sauce! Comfort on a plate! Everything was so good, we decided to get the Affogodo and Chocolate moose cake! Both were terrific! The chocolate moose cake was moist and wasn't too rich, the toasted pistachios added and extra crunch that is not to be missed! The affododo was smooth, and paired so well with the vanilla ice cream! This place has a larger patio area that overlooks a brick street and Minneapolis skyline! Definitely could be a romantic spot for a date! This place was wonderful and we will happily be back!

I had such a nice time here the other day! The atmosphere includes a great view of downtown; inside…read moreis moody and romantic after dark & outside is a chill, relaxing vibe. Our server genuinely looked like he was having a blast chatting with all his tables, such a sweetheart who was on the nose with his recommendations. We went with the Steak Bites starter perfectly seasoned and cooked medium rare with a refreshing chimichurri and decent fried plantains. They were a tad dry but good considering they were made stateside. The Duck Confit Banh Mih was solid with good flavor, decently sized and a fair amount of juicy duck meat. I cannot remember what drinks I had but they were all good with more great options on the menu. I'm loving the moment mezcal has been having on restaurant menus!