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.

Broder's is located in the Fulton neighborhood. They have their own parking lot although it does…read morefill up. Otherwise, there is street parking nearby, especially as you get into the residential areas. They are a walk-in only restaurant, and if you're going during dinner hours, there is usually a wait. You can a text when it is your turn to be seated, and you are able to wander the neighborhood during the wait. It is close to Lake Harriet, so if you're looking for a way to kill time, you can walk towards the lake and sit on one of the benches! Once you're at Broder's, you're in for a treat! It is a sit-down restaurant that feels on the nicer end of casual. It'd be a good date night spot, but also is good for gathering with friends and family. They have plenty of good options, including some dairy-free, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free items on their menu which is clearly labeled. The service is always friendly, and they're always attentive, even when it gets busy! They start you off with some free breads, and there is olive oil at the table which you can use with the bread. They have a good selection of wines, and some beer and non alcoholic beverages. If you like a sweet wine that tastes mostly like juice, I highly recommend their moscato d'asti! As for their food, they have so many good pastas, you can't really go wrong. They are able to accommodate some modifications! I think in the past, I've subbed for another pasta shape. I recently also ordered the Tagliarini di Locanda di Lupo without Proscuitto to be vegetarian-friendly! It was very cheesy and creamy, and truffle-forward, as expected! I had their Spaghetti Al Limone, which was nice and buttery and still felt light and fresh with the basil and lemon. I've been to Broder's several times throughout the years, and I enjoy it every time! I would recommend stopping!

This is a great little boutique shop. It focus is on pasta and ancillary ingredients…read more Its lobby is excellently laid out and conveys a modern-traditional elegance. Of course, Pasta Perfetta offers an exceptionally large variety of pastas from around the world. It does so in a nice shop with great ambiance. This is a great addition to the shopping experience in Stillwater, MN.

This Italian restaurant is awesome ! it's so consistent and always so delicious ! I really love the…read morebread with the Parmesan cheese and oil and pepper ! Any of the pastas are delicious-- I really love the linguine Alfredo with the squid ink noodles! So yummy! Also, the drinks are fantastic-- I love the basil lemon drop! Very good and have had it multiple times, it's always very good ! Have never had a bad experience ! So so good! Will return ! 10/10!!!

We've been to Biaggi's many times over the years, and it continues to be one of our go-to spots…read more This visit was extra special because we were celebrating our son's high school graduation with a group of 16 adults and 6 grandchildren. What a nice time. Despite the size of our group, the evening was handled very well. We had two very attentive servers who did a fabulous job keeping up with drinks, food, and all the little things that come with a large family gathering. They were friendly, organized, and never made us feel rushed. My usual order is the Black Fettuccine with Lobster, which I highly recommend, but this time I changed it up and ordered the Combo Lasagna and Chicken Parmesan. It was excellent. As always, the bread with olive oil, parmesan, and fresh cracked pepper was awesome. You have to discipline yourself to stop eating so much warm bread that you don't fill up before your meal comes. For appetizers, we shared three Bruschetta orders, the Bacon-Wrapped Dates, and the Calamari Fritti. Everything was very good and perfect for a larger group to share. The overall experience is what keeps us coming back. The atmosphere is warm and comfortable, they have a great patio during the summer months, the food is always consistent, and the service is typically very good. It's just a reliable place for a nice night out or a special family gathering. I wouldn't rate a chain restaurant with 5-stars, but Biaggi's never lets us down. Solid 4-star experience every time we visit.

What a great place, I have come here before and had dinner and it was wonderful, I was told to Try…read morethe breakfast and it was just as tasty as the dinner.. this place is a hidden gem in forest lake

The service here in Forest Lake is amazing! They are great. The food is always delicious. Love…read morethis place.

Giuseppe Italian Ristorante is a quaint little eatery in New Brighton. We have been there several…read moretimes and it is almost always a great experience. The menu includes Italian mainstays like spaghetti, which is what I ordered tonight. The sauce is always perfect, a little tangy with a fresh tomato taste. I ordered a meatball and I was very disappointed by what I was served. It was a meat "nugget". However, shortly after serving my meal the waiter brought out a fresh meatball saying that the chef wanted me to have it because she thought the one with my spaghetti was "bad". That more than made up for my initial disappointment. My wife had the Baked Mosticolli Special and she was very happy with it. Each meal comes with a basket of homemade bread: a garlic bread twist, pepperoni bread, olive bread and traditional Italian bread. This is always a highlight. Tonight was no different. Normally I don't order dessert however tonight I ordered something called Papas Bread Pudding. This was heaven in a dish. The bread was crispy on the outside and soft and tender on the inside. The butter rum sauce was delicious and a scoop of vanilla ice cream was the perfect topping. I would recommend Giuseppe's for Italian that is fresh and tasty.

I'm happy to report that this is one of those restaurants that has maintained quality, service, and…read morepretty much everything else from when I first reviewed this restaurant in 2019. Giuseppe's seems perpetually busy and the crowd starts very early. When we arrived last Saturday, there were only two tables left and one of those was a quirky half table. What makes this restaurant popular is the consistency of the food, the good service and the focus on popular old-school Italian food. All of the favorites are there and they are done well. My go-to is often the spaghetti and meatballs, which is so easy to prepare at home, but still worth going out for if the restaurant does it right. The entrees come with a soup or salad, both of which are good. On this particular visit, it was really cold outside and the Minestrone was hot, chunky, and full of fresh vegetables. They also serve (an increasingly rare) bread basket with a variety of different fresh baked breads, which are perfect for dipping into the olive oil. The chicken marsala and the frequent special of Chicken Parnassian are excellent too, as is their pasta. Pro Tip: They don't take reservations, so go as early as you can, even on a week night. They are not open on either Sunday or Monday, so factor that into your visit. They open at 4 pm and close at 8 pm, so the total open hours for the week are 20 hours!

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.

In a nutshell: expensive prices, small portions, lacking flavor…read more Everything was good, not great. The standout to me was the complimentary freshly baked warm bread they serve after you order your drinks. It would have benefitted from salted butter though. Moving onto our dinner portion, the burrata was yummy but it needed more balsamic and one more slice of grilled ciabatta. The Brussels could have been Caramelized a little longer as they were a little hard when biting into. They were also just sitting in a puddle of honey, so that was the main flavor I was tasting. The pasta dish was so tiny and only has 4 small pieces of chicken. It didn't really have a taste, other than cream. For dessert, we ordered the caramel sea salt custard, seasonal cobbler (peach), and the budino. The standout for me was the caramel sea salt custard, the salted caramel popcorn was a fun crunch amongst the creamy thick custard. My cappuccino was very small, but it was a nice touch to serve it with a little biscotti piece (I would have appreciated a longer piece though). If I'm in the area for a show at the Target Center again or any theaters, I would give them another shot. I would not drive from the suburbs for this though.

Soups are marvelous! Can't miss. Salmon, Sarah's Favorite…read moreand chicken parm are fantastic. Try the eggplant appetizer. It's a must. Great service and warm comfortable atmosphere.

Another place where I wish half stars were available. I'd give Angelina's 3.5, ahead of average…read more The biggest thing Angelina's has going for it is the atmosphere. The space is cozy and comfortable. There also happened to be a piano player in the night we visited. The food was fine, just nothing I was particularly blown away by. I had chicken marsala and it was just a bit sweet (yes, I know marsala is sweeter cooking wine, but this was almost sugary). I think I would try something different next time. It appeared they had some happy hoir specials and they do have to-go items available for purchase as well.

This is hands down my favorite restaurant in White Bear Lake. The vibe is a little retro, with the…read morepink panther floating around, and the old red glass lighting. But it still provides the best homemade italian food in the area. A local staple for decades, they make everything fresh in house, from Italian fries, to dunkers, pasta and more. There is always something to please everyone, and at very affordable prices. The staff is also amazing, super attentive and if you are a regular, they make sure to learn your name and make you feel like part of the family. I love the addition of their grab and go area, so that you can take some of the pastas and pizza's home with you for days you can't get there. But either way, it is a true gem of a spot, and you should not miss out!

What an awesome and kitschy place for some delicious Italian food. Why am I just finding out about…read morethis place! It's been a staple in the area since 1976. Sooo impressed with their 1 full page of gluten free options. I chose the gfree tortellini carbonara on the waitress's suggestion and it did not disappoint. I also ordered a side salad. It was creamy and oh so good and came with the most fantastic and soft 2 gfree dinner rolls. Yummm. Positives - no wait on a Friday night, lots of kitschy pink panthers to check out, gelato bar, the frozen/refrigerated section. Cannot wait to go back!

I really do love Casetas, even though politically sometimes the owner can be problematic on Saint…read morePaul issues. One of my favorite things about them is the gelato. It's the best I've ever had outside of Italy. You can have your ice cream, I will take Cassandra's gelato any day of the week. We stopped by a few minutes before they were closing down, but they allowed us to go eat it up on the rooftop. We had to watch the sunset over the Saint Paul Cathedral well enjoying the most amazing gelato. A wonderful way to spend an evening.

This Twin Cities staple did not disappoint! Cossetta's is a huge, multi-story Italian food eatery…read morewith pretty much every Italian dish you can think of. We tried some meatballs and arancini at Frank's Tavern, both of which were tasty and comforting. Our server, Jay, was very kind and helpful. Their pastry shop is SO cute and the pastries are heavenly. We would go again just for dessert!!

Great pizza!!!! Everyone we visit my sis in law we order from here! Never had a problem.read more

Take out or delivery only but food is good pizza is one of my favorites there…read more Enjoy looking forward to moving into the pastas next order