So, haven't been down there in a while and went with a friend to hear some music. We ordered small plates to share, and were there at a time where our first order was the dinner menu before 10 pm, and our second one was the late night snacks menu. I've been there late before for music, but have never tried the late night menu and have always wanted to. Bonus :) Drinks were delightful, as always. I had the Man With the Forked Beard (Dark and Stormy). OMG, the food... Broccolini with garlic and parmesan. Asparagus with chili flakes and marcona almonds. Mac and cheese with lobster and avocado. So much deliciousness. But maybe the best, and the most reasonable, score of the night was the chef's take on fish and chips. Apparently, it is the "collar" of the halibut. He smoked it with some BBQ seasoning and served it with their fabulous fries and a tomato aioli. For $6. SIX DOLLARS. My friend and I each had a huge piece of smoked fish... I guess I'm not all up on the going rate for fresh halibut these days, but I'm pretty sure that chunk of meat costs more than that! Great service, loved the show, excellent food and drink... continue to love this place! Was told the dessert menu is changing next Friday, so I guess Imma hafta head back down! read more

I've only had fries here (which were a little burnt), but this venue is incredible. I attended DADDY and Rudy Francisco's book release here, and both were incredible! The staff was unbelievably nice and funny. This place seamlessly facilitates a great. I will definitely seek out other events at Icehouse. read more

We went here to check out the Latin live music night. Loved the band they had that night! They have a nice dancing area if you want to dance to the music being played. We ordered couple of drinks and some appetizers. Loved their cocktails! I also liked their mac and cheese, but their wings were just okay. The service seemed pretty good for the crowd they had that night. We had a good experience with this place overall. read more

This place is the kind of place our city has needed for awhile. I mean, it's possible I live under a rock, but Icehouse is well, cool. The cocktail menu is nicely crafted offering many concoctions that you don't find elsewhere. My personal fav is the Little Richard, because I like raspberries and the vanilla foam adds a light and fluffy sweetness. The brunch menu is your classic brunch items, with a fancy twist. For example, corned beef hash, which you can find at your local Perkins ;-), is made with brisket, crème fraiche, green chile and harissa. Fancy. I had the duck brioche and it did not disappoint. Fluffy brioche with seared foie gras on top and a gravy that was not quite as heavy as "gravy" and was a nice textural compliment to the brioche. They have live music playing but if you can't hear the people you're with, there is another section of the restaurant you can sit in where the music fades into the background. The patio is nice too. Yes, you are looking at Verticle Endeavor's rock garden, but c'mon people. This is Minneapolis. We take whatever outdoor seating we can get in the two weeks we have nice weather, am I right?? :) read more

What a chill vibe!! With the music on in the background and I almost felt like we were at a jazz club or maybe at a restaurant in Manhattan. This place felt like an escape from the busy street of Minneapolis it sits on. Our waiter was incredibly friendly and offered suggestions as we perused through the menu. I settled on the pasta appetizer and my friend on the hamburger both of which were enjoyed. Top it off with a tasty cocktail and you have a fabulous night out read more

One of my Eat Street favorites! I love the live music, I can often hear it from my apartment. And the food is great too although I miss some items from their old menu. We've also done the course tasting and really enjoyed it. Highly recommended! read more

Very nice atmosphere, great live music and Currant Pistachio Strudel Cookies were very delicious. read more

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Great restaurant with a modern look, live music, delicious food, and friendly staff. Went out on a limb and tried the Kung Pao cauliflower and it was amazing, definitely a must. Lamb chops were also on point. We will be coming back. read more

The atmosphere of this establishment really made my experience. We attended a night where a flamenco guitarist was strumming away on his Spanish guitar. Dim lighting with candlelit tables and aged dark woods made for an unexpected romantic evening. The wait staff was hospitable and I haven't a complaint with anyone employed there. I was a little taken back by the price of the food compared to the quality of what was provided. I can totally appreciate paying for a well crafted burger, but pushing $20 dollars for burgers and fries left much to be desired. But it was good. Just not as good as Red Cow's. Maybe a burger was too simple a selection, but I could rate a 5 if I thought I got my bang for my buck with the food. I'll go again though. I also value pricing on the menu. Man I sound cheap! read more

Really cool venue. Went here for the live music with my boyfriend, we saw 2 acoustic trios perform that were exactly what we were in the mood for. Only downside is we arrived 15 minutes before the concert and were seated on the balcony against the wall (not the railings) so although we could hear the music, our view was not ideal. I recommend getting there early for a better table! The food was good but not out of this world. I had the swordfish ravioli which wasn't exactly what I expected. It was literally pasta wrapped around fish! tasty but unconventional (there wasn't much else in the filling). My boyfriend had the cajun chicken, and though he liked the chicken itself, he didn't like the accompanying dish that we think was polenta? The drinks were strong. We had their special sangria which we didn't like as much as normal sangria and 2 sipping shots each - they were much closer to shots than cocktails which is good for the alcohol punch, but my boyfriend was a bit more comfortable drinking them than me! Overall if not for the music this restaurant would have been meh, but its worth it to pay extra for ok food for the ambiance/ performers! read more

Fine dining or a casual night out IceHouse has been one of my favorites since coming to Minneapolis 5 years ago. Always amazing food served small plate style. Wine selection is impeccable leaving nothing to be desired from any pallet. Live music all the time if you are interested and a wide selection of spirits to sip. Don't be surprised if the owner pops by your table to see how everything is. read more

This place has it all! Great music, great food, great drinks, great staff. This is one of the few establishments I can go to dance and be free. I never feel accosted by slimy men, and if I did I know the front door staff would have my back. I love this place! read more

This place exceeded expectations. We came for my brother's birthday. The place is definitely bigger than expected. I liked the vibe of the place. Very chill atmosphere. We sat at the chef's table, which is definitely a cool spot to be. They have an open kitchen. Our server (Steve) behind the counter was super awesome. The cocktails... While sounding good, just aren't well balanced... I'm comparing to Tattersall so you know where I'm coming from. They were very strong, which I generally don't mind...but almost to the point where they were undrinkable. We did the $40 chef's tasting menu (this is way, way, way recommended). It's the best deal you'll get in town. And the food there, honestly so good. They have a drink pairing for $5/pairing...not $5 total. The pairings are pretty good. I would do that again. And if you do that, you definitely don't need a cocktail on the side. So here were our courses: 1. Chicken liver mousse on rye with virljeux jeiux - one of the best things ever that night 2. Roasted beets, citrus creme fraiche, albacore tuna -really good, good beets, good tuna 3. Lamb boudin, fried shrimp, remoulade, assorted pickle vegetables - i love a good, well mixed boudin (my brother's first had mostly rice...but they gave him a better one) 4. Handmade pappardelle pasta, truffle cream, shave burgundy truffle - a bit on the bland side, could've used a pinch of salt. the pasta was really good...and it was a cream sauce 5. Lamb BLT, tomato soup - YASSSSS 6. Pear apple sorbet, molasses crumble,strawberry sorbet - it was a good choice for an intermezzo 7. Monk fish, frisee, red cabbage, chilled lobster, lobster sauce - also really good, lobster sauce is sometimes life 8. Pork cushion, collard greens, parsnip puree, apple butter - perfectly cookedpork, and well balanced plate 9. Cambazola (cheese), black garlic dolce de leche, cranberry, black chocolate fudge, black olive - sooo much cheese, but in the best way possible; it was just so good...almost too much cheese (is there such a thing?) 10. Chocolate coffee cake, beets mousse, beet sauce, molasses cake, butterscotch ice cream - honestly, a little rich for my taste and didn't fit well with the meal for me We had drinks pairings and it was awesome. The drinks were paired very nicely. TLDR: Get yourself over their to try their food...especially their tasting menu. read more

Yum yum brunch. Who would have thought Doritos could be turned into fine dining? But they were and it was delicious- and gluten free! Delicious cocktails as well. My friend had the coffee which she enjoyed very much (I don't drink coffee). It was a rainy, dreary day outside, but with the floor to ceiling industrial style windows and white tile decor, it was bright and cheerful inside. read more

Open late, with a solid menu - way better than typical greasy bar food. Nice outdoor deck if you want a quiet spot away from the live music.

Read an article in the city pages on ice house having the best bloodies. Walked in Friday night sat down waited about 5 minutes for server, ordered a couple bloodied told us how great they are for brunch on Sundays and we should come back, but he'll bring us some with no over the top garnishes. Waited 15 minutes after I asked could you check on them, our server told us they only make bloodied on Sundays for brunch, sorry....come on bartender we were already waiting 15 minutes. Got up left wont be back read more

We had our wedding at Icehouse and it was the BEST night ever. The food was amazing, the staff made our evening! From the sound gal to the valet to the bartenders wearing a GoPro on their heads for us it was perfect. We also had our first date at Icehouse and Patrick Harrison was playing and it was amazing then too! If you get a chance to spend an evening here, it is a guaranteed great experience. read more

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Atmosphere is wonderful. The food (brunch - brisket hash and hanger steak sandwich) was good. However, the bloody homer was okay. The drink wasn't very flavorful. It was sweet from their homemade tomato juice which I didn't like. We will come back for the five course tasting menu for $25. That sounds like a great deal. Meal Review: Hanger steak sandwich -- the steak was cooked very well. The egg complemented the meat well. Pancetta could have crispier but the little bit of spice in the sauce was a pleasant surprise Brisket hash -- flavor was great. Meat, eggs and sauce brought the flavor to the dish. The hash could have been crispier as well. There wasn't great texture read more

Icehouse is my favorite! The food is as good as any other restaurant is the city. The lunch is the best, all of the sandwiches are so good and really well priced. My favorite is the new fried chicken po'boy. Brunch is also amazing. My favorite is the salmon eggs Benedict. It's unbelievable! Especially with their bloodies and chill music. Can't get better! read more

This place was great! I was very pleased at how accommodating for our party this place was. Our youngest child has a service dog and the table they originally were going to sit at was near the stage and they asked where we'd be most comfortable and made it happen! We had two children with food allergies ~ again ~ accommodating. Oh ~ and this place is super kid friendly. The food was superior! The potion size is very big ~ and in our party of 7~ we had an abundance of food! My husband and I shared the brisket hash and still didn't finish our food. Totally this place! read more

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What a fun experience! We were visiting family in Minneapolis and they took us here as their guests. My only concern was sitting at a bar is hard on my back, but I didn't want to complain. Apparently, you need to book far in advance to score a table. Other than that, our server was delightful. $35.00 for a five course chef tasting menu is a bargain--considering where I live that would have been at least $75.00. The presentation was nicely done, from the amuse bouche, to the deconstructed Caesar salad, the duck (note to server, we needed a steak knife to cut it), and chicken sausage and "farroto". The dessert (panna cota) was okay...but nothing impressive. For an extra $5.00 we had beverage pairings, and I discovered that I was a little wobbly when I got off the bar stool. Whoa! They are generous with the wine pairings, for sure. Our other diners had cocktail pairings, so this was a good deal. I'm an advanced cook, and I appreciated seeing that the open kitchen looked pristine. It was enjoyable, for me, to watch the chefs doing their "thing". We had a great time, and when I left I was not just a little tipsy but really full from the generous portions. Give this place a try! read more

I can't attest to any of their edible fare as I have never eaten here, but I can say that their place as a top Minneapolis music venue cannot be contested. The ambience is decidedly warm and welcoming with a nordic feel that is very Minnesotan. A friend's band headlined here last Friday night and I can honestly say that the sound here is great, especially compared to how they sounded at the Varsity late last year. My friend who came with me to the concert commented on the strength of his Long Island iced tea, which was a plus. The only negative I have to comment on from that night is that the ATM machine wasn't working for me so my friend had to pay my cover for the night ($10). Overall I would definitely go back and would recommend this bar to others, especially for concerts. read more

Icehouse does a fantastic job of combining music, food, and atmosphere at any time of the day. Brunch is solid, I love the Bloody Homer! read more

Impressed by the venue and the service. I got the brisket and was super impressed by the quality considering it is not a BBQ place. Definitely was a bit on the pricier end for a mid level but definitely worth it. read more

Warning: You might get booted for someone prettier. I went there for a drink with my friends in celebration of my birthday. We arrived around 9:00. There were a bunch of open seats upstairs, so we occupied that space. After we ordered drinks from our server, the hostess(?) came upstairs and asked us if we were planning on paying the cover for the show. We said no, and asked when the show started. She replied that we would have to pay the cover before the show started at 10:30. That was no problem; we didn't plan on staying the whole night. When it became clear that she couldn't sway us to leave with her pay-a-cover-in-an-hour-and-a-half threat, she told us that we couldn't stay where we were seated. We would have to go stand downstairs to finish our drinks because she told some people that they could sit upstairs sometime later. So we left. And will never return. read more

ICEHOUSE HAS FULFILLED ITS POTENTIAL!!!!! I've had some pretty underwhelming experiences at the Icehouse in the past. Ive always been confused by this because the space is lovely and the music is great. I recently went to Icehouse for my Mother's birthday to give it one last try and i have to say i LOVED it this time. My waiter Andre was super energetic and knowledgeable and kept us all entertained while maintaining a keen eye on our needs. I cannot overstate how amazing this young gentleman was. If you happen upon Icehouse seek him out. All our food came out in a timely fashion and looked spectacular on the plate as well as tasting perfectly seasoned. Best of all we had a surprise dessert and a hand-written signed note for my Mom's birthday. We really felt like VIP's and the most important table in a very busy restaurant! Good job on the improvement guys! read more

A fantastic welcome to the Twin Cities. Delicious, creative, beautiful food. Warm and friendly staff. Great live music in the background for dinner. Gorgeous space. Everything I had was spectacular: beet salad, beef empanadas, pork tenderloin. Highly recommended. read more

This place can be a pretty great laid back weeknight spot. It also has a service industry special on Sunday.They have a great beer and cocktail list that rivals neighbor Eat Street Social. I haven't eaten here but I don't think there would be much of a reason to eat here anyway. It is more of a cocktail bar and music venue then a food joint. If you catch a show, try to get balcony seating, although service up there isn't always prompt. If you're there and there isn't a show, find a spot on the balcony, its a great place to drink and get some rays. I have seen some pretty sweet shows here and it saves me from trying to catch a lot of my favorite bands downtown. read more

I came here last weekend for dinner with my family and we were all disappointed with the overall quality of the food. The jazz duo was great and I can see how this would be a great place to grab a drink with friends, but I would never come back for the food. Appetizers: Golden beets were very good - sweet subtle flavor of beets combined with a cheese souffle was a great combo. Truffled crepes - I'm not sure what they meant when using the word "truffled" as there was not even a hint of truffle in the dish. The crepe itself was hard to distinguish from the filling; it was so soft and mushy, probably from sitting out too long before being served. Entrees: Chestnut gnocchi, monkfish osso buco, short ribs, lamb shank. None of these were stellar nor were they terrible. The one thing they really needed was bread or something to neutralize the taste of the dish. Maybe we would have been able to finish our meals if this had been provided... Desserts: Macaroons - wtf was that? very salty, macaroon itself was hard to bite through, and the icecream was mediocre. Lemon cake - very good light dessert. Orange basil sorbet was INEDIBLE and was sent back to the kitchen. They charged us 1/2 of the dessert since it had been tasted... read more

We have been to The Ice House twice for special lunch dates with our teenage children. The food was exceptional on both occasions. We are serious foodies and the Hanger Steak Sandwich, Philly Beef and Cheese, and Ice House Burger were all outstanding. Service and atmosphere are also outstanding. We look forward to the next occasion to go back to The Ice House and recommend it to anyone. A real overlooked gem in Minneapolis. read more

Grate place for live music! Bar/restaurant/live music venue/crowd are simply the best. Very elegant venue to experience live music to chill down and relax. Bartenders are good! They make some good drinks. read more

"Icehouse"; a name perfectly chosen for a restaurant set in an industrial space that once served as a loading dock for the old cedar fuel and ice. With minimal refurbishments, the two storey building holds four unique set ups. As you enter from the ever so vibrant Nicollet Avenue, there is a large dining area with a stage for musicians/performers. A curtain separates this portion from the one that is perfect for those who'd prefer a much quieter meal. The others include a patio, chef's table and the chef's bar. The chef's table is meant to give you an explicit dining experience with a customized menu while the chef's bar overlooks the open kitchen and provides a 10 course and 5 course tasting menu. An early reservation is highly recommended, especially during the weekends. The menu as a whole is casual yet sophisticated featuring modern American cuisine. Open until 2 am (except on Fridays until 1 am), they offer attractive late night munchies and happy hour offers as well. While my husband chose to devour the Icehouse Burger, I opted for the Smoked Trout from the Entrée section. Some other notable dishes include the Lobster Bisque, Smokey Garlic Wings and their Ploughman's Platter which is loaded with smoked meats and fish. The smoked trout was presented with such finesse alongside wholesome grains, porcini mushrooms, garlic custard and walnuts. The elements complimented each other in the best way possible with their varying textures. The burger on the other hand was impeccably delicious ! The juicy meat was sandwiched between buttery brioche buns served with a side of crispy fries and a rich sauce to add to the decadence. Moving over to the desserts, their homemade ice creams and macaroons must not be ignored. The flavour of the roasted pineapple ice cream was beyond satisfying! It is safe to say almost every dish on the menu is an absolute winner in terms of value for money. I must add that ​we were pleasantly surprised with the consistency in terms of quality, taste and plating. Last but not the least I must also commend the service. The staff were extremely welcoming and entertaining at the least ! Ice house is a must visit for anyone who's looking to have a fun night with friends or even an unplanned dinner date during the week. It definitely goes into our list of the Twin Cities' favourites ! Cost for two: 40 - 80 $ ​Hal's Rating: 4.8/5 read more

I was in town for a hockey game and happened to stumble in. Not only was the food amazing but the staff was second to none. If that wasn't enough they had live music at levels you could easily socialize with your friends without screaming. Chef Matt and company are on to something and must be experienced first hand. I was in town for four days and visited three times bringing different members of my group each time. One of my buddies said after getting the bill "I feel like a can't tip them enough". Being from the northeast I'm admittingly a little bit of a food snob. I was so impressed I'm doing my first ever yelp review. Good job guys thanks for making us feel welcome! read more

WARNING: This is not the place for you if you're a hungry guy or gal. I was dropping a friend who lives nearby, after a long weekend of camping. We needed a meal and a few drinks, so we stopped by here around 5pm on a Sunday. The ambiance and the decor of the place are unmatched, compared to any place down on Eat Street. It's welcoming and almost perfect for a date. It was a bit loud; some folks were playing Cello on the stage, so we decided to sit on their patio, looking out partly into Eat Street, the parking lot, and Vertical Endeavors. Our server (Chris) using an electronic device to take our order was phenomenal of his knowledge of the menu and his overall demeanor. A guy came out running with a water bottle and then the menu arrived. One glance at it and I knew we were at the wrong place for a wasteful, gluttonous night. Chris did tell us that they've only been open for a couple of months and so far are testing the menu. We ordered the Sloppy nachos + Meatballs cheese sauce + house-cut fries with duck gravy & harissa sauces. My buddy had about three cups of their California red wine, I had two summits. We were hungry, so we couldn't resist ordering their buttermilk pie and peanut butter banana cream. I can see myself coming back here just for these two pies. We were pretty surprised it only cost us $38 at the end of the night. Still hungry though, we went to Taco Taxi :) If I do decide to come back, you can bet I won't be hungry. read more

Very accommodating to our party of 9. The food was amazing! I've had gnocchi in many a places but this was hands down the best. The ambiance here was also very nice. I wish we were here in the evening for the entertainment but lunch here definitely did not disappoint any one of us. Thanks for the amazing service and food! read more

Five words of advice: Get the Chef's Table Groupon. ASAP! So worth the money and so yummy. We were able to select from a few options for each of our courses--all were amazing--I think the gnocchi was my fave. The wine pairings were excellent; we liked one so much we ordered a second bottle. The chef's table is tucked up by the kitchen and great space for conversation with friends. We also had fun getting $1 shots out of the mustard bottle, sampling the craft cocktails and sipping shots, and buying a 6 pack for the kitchen. A unique place with scrumptious eats. The ONLY complaint from our table of 8 was that our main server kinda sucked. She just wasn't present. We had to refill our own glasses of wine and water, heck, I even had to go hunt her down to order an additional bottle of wine and go to the bartender to refill our waters (twice), and after we settled up on the Groupon she never came back to see if we wanted to order more drinks or anything even though we sat around for another few hours and went to bar to continue making orders for our cocktails. We spent a lot of money, beyond the Groupon price, and left her a full 20% tip on the regular price in addition to the extra drinks we ordered totaling well over $200. She was rarely the one bringing the food to our table (a crew of other servers were bringing them out), and didn't have to take orders or anything since it was a prie fixe menu; I really hope they have tip sharing there because literally every other person who worked there was fabulous--meeting our requests, going above and beyond. The bartender even carried the waters I asked him to refill back to our table, refilled all our glasses, and asked if he could get us anything else. We will definitely be back and wholly encourage everyone to go and to do the Chef's Table. read more

Simply unbelievable. I'm not some self proclaimed food critic, but I know good food, decent foods, and terrible food. This was in every way shape and form closer to the latter. Incredibly bland sauces. A fish dish that consisted mainly of salt, breading, and oil. A macaroni dish that could have been improved upon by subbing in velveeta shells and cheese. All of which was accompanied by an outlandish price tag in comparison to the quality and presentation of the dishes provided. When the issue was tactfully addressed with the G.M. he offered to send us some drinks to which we replied would not be necessary but would be appreciated. Instead they sent us over 2 very poorly done macaroons that were as dry as the Arizona dessert. All together not impressed in the least, poor recovery, arrogant management. 5 customers lost indefinitely. read more

I wish I could share everyone's love for this place. I went in with high expectations and left I satisfied. First off- the service. Not bad, but not great. We asked our waiter "how things worked" on the menu- his reply was "try the shrimp". Odd. So we tried the shrimp. And the crab cake/Mac and cheese. And the burger and the empanadas. There were four of us and we decided to pass and share, as recommended. The first disappointment was everything arriving in quantities of three- that made it hard to divvy things up fairly, and it would have been nice to know. But we made it happen! The empanadas were awesome- nice and creamy and veggie-tastic. I love the varieties of salsas. The crab cake Mac and cheese was okay- really creamy Mac and cheese- but why did they add marinara? It mixed in with the purity of the Mac and cheese and made it more like spaghetti. Finally- the burger. Now that was delicious. We had the bacon and green chili burger- the bacon was more on the pork belly side, and the spice was right on. If I go to Icehouse again, this will be my repeat choice! All in all, the space was nice, but the food just didn't wow me. Maybe next time! read more

Large group of us did the Chefs tasting menu. Great food!!!! Great service !!! Awesome ambiance, live music !! Highly recommended

I FINALLY made the trip to Icehouse. It was on my summer bucket list, and now that summer's going to be over in a few days--well of course I had to go. The restaurant is in an unexpected area, I thought; it kind of sticks out like a sore thumb among all the ethnic stores and restaurants. But the interior (and exterior) are beautiful! The waitstaff and others working here match the look, with neutral clothing and rustic hipster-ish----everything. So you get the whole experience when you go here. I think it's a nice, rich atmosphere that makes it easy to relax and enjoy the food. And the FOOD. Was SO good. But let's talk about the drinks first. I might get too far ahead of myself... I planned for this moment, because I know there was no way I was going to be able to order if this was my first time looking at the drink menu. So after much thought I was able to walk into the restaurant confident that I had to have the butterfly kiss. Like egg white and olive oil in my drink? Yes please! Give me some of that experience! Doesn't sound like something I could get anywhere else, so I got it. There was a subtle temp difference between the egg whites on top and the cool alcohol below. The creamy butteriness that was the egg and olive oil blew my mind when paired with the sweet apricot-lemon flavors. And this drink packed a good punch. There were three other people in my party, so of course I tried other drinks. My favorite was the Summer something, with strawberry and balsamic. It's like a burst of fresh strawberry in your mouth. It could be dangerous in large quantities, because it's so tasty. I also really enjoyed the blueberry collins. The golden margarita was sort of just a margarita. It was probably made with really good ingredients--but still, nothing super special to it. NOW onto the food. I'll try to make it short. Let's kick off the food section by saying the french fries at Icehouse are the BEST french fries I've had (matchstick fries, not waffle). I didn't really know what I wanted from a french fry until I tried these, so you just need to get them. Crispy, little salty, good dipping sauce(s). Salad: I got the beet salad, which was the most fantastic choice. The salty crunch from the ham, the creaminess from the quail eggs, the pepperiness from the arugula, and the tanginess from the beets were unbeatable. This was one of my favorite parts of the meal. Small Plate: Ordered the eggplant cannelloni. It was good, but I might have enjoyed something else a little better. It's not because this dish wasn't all it could be--because I think it was. It was SO well thought-out, but eggplant stuffed with kind of mushy summer squash concoction, swimming in another concoction (aka broth). TASTY! But something in my desired a lil somethin different. Etc: I tried the sweet corn flan in my bf's lobster entree. It was super cool! The smoked chicken was also really moist and good. This is a good option if you're on the hungry side. Dessert: I had the coconut cream pie with lime curd. Love! The top was super creamy, with a subtle layer of lime curd on top of a crispy crust. Perfect. The Chocolate souffle cake was also really good. I've had something like it elsewhere though... I wish someone would do something mind-blowing with chocolate! But if you're craving chocolate then this is a great answer to your body's calling. Phew! Ok done with that. My only complaints about this place are... 1. The menu descriptions. The menu doesn't list half the things in each dish, so you're bound to be surprised by what you order. I get the thinking behind this, but I'd much rather know what is in each dish. 2. The prices *felt* a little much for the portion sizes. I think that's because I'm used to walking out of a restaurant feeling totally stuffed after paying a similar price for my food. BUT! the food quality it top-notch! It's something the Twin Cities have to get used to! Can't wait to go back for lunch and more drinks. (Philly cheesesteak and hot dog, you're mine!) read more