We stopped by Red Cow to watch the FIFA match and had a great meal overall. My only real complaint…read morewas that I wish they had turned the TV volume on for the game instead of playing music throughout the restaurant. It would've made the experience a lot more fun, especially for everyone who came to watch the match. The highlight of our visit was definitely our server, Hailey. She was so friendly, personable, and attentive from start to finish. She consistently checked in on us and really made us feel welcome. We started with the cheese curds and the guacamole, and both were really good. I also ordered the frosé, which was refreshing, although the lemon flavor with the lemon slice was a little overpowering for my taste. For my entrée, I had a 60/40 burger that was cooked perfectly with the bacon and was full of flavor. Overall, we had a really enjoyable experience thanks to the great food and even better service. I'd definitely come back, especially if Hailey is our server again!

Red Cow is definitely a go to place for consistent burgers. I always get the 60/40 burger because…read morewho doesn't love bacon. This last time I went for their special Chophouse Burger. They did their own spin on the viral burger with melty hot cheese. This burger DID NOT MISS!! As always the burger was so juicy and the shoestring potatoes gave it great texture and the dijon sauce gave a nice acidic touch to balance the richness of the wagyu beef. Paired it with their crispy tower onion rings and truffle aioli. We went on a Tuesday night which was half off a bottle so that was a win. Our server highly recommended the creme brulee and as a creme brulee snob it was one of the best I've had. Being downtown the restaurant was packed but the service stayed consistent. Our food came out hot and the server did a great job of checking in on us. We also stayed past the time they closed talking and laughing and we never felt rushed to hurry up and leave.

Great food, Friendly staff…read more Waygu burger Tender loose juicy patty. There was some almost pulled pork like stuff on it. I think it's from the bacon jam? but it was like pulled pork. I could do with out that part, it was tender though. Truffle Fries Crispy outside, much like McD, but no limpness after 20 mins, truffle flavor was still there after 2 hours. Didn't even need the sauce. Staff were welcoming and friendly.

There are parking ramps all around this place! We were able to park for $5 so not too bad! I…read morerecommend making a reservation, as this place does get quite busy! Before we even got there, we could smell this place, a GREAT sign! The hostess was lovely and guided us to our seats right away! The first thing I noticed was the decor is slightly dark and moody! Perfect for a romantic date! Plenty of candles flickering on each table! The kitchen is open, so it was fun to watch! Our only complaint is that the tables are fairly close together and a 2 person table is so small! It kept us from ordering more food, because there would be no place for it to go! Our server was nice. She originally forgot our drinks but admitted it and got them right away. We appreciated the honesty. Our water glasses were always full, we were given wet naps after our delicious wings and plates were taken promptly! Food: We each started with a drink. I got the banana bread old fashioned which may just be my favorite cocktail! My boyfriend got a beer and said it was "ok." We started with the truffle fries and smoked wings in the flavor rum chili. Holy moly! Both of those were spectacular!!! The ranch was just ok, I would probably get the blue cheese next time. Truly though, you don't need to dip these wings, the flavors are amazing on their own!! For our main course, we got the 14oz New York strip steak cooked to a perfect medium and the scallops! Both were out of this world! Very well done! I would absolutely recommend this place to anyone! It is truly a gem in the cities!

While staying at the Royal Sonesta hotel for a conference, I dined at the Wood + Paddle Eatery two…read moretimes during my stay. Wood + Paddle is located inside of the Royal, it's their hotel restaurant. On my first night in Minneapolis, I'd arrived to the hotel for check-in around dinner time. Not sure where to go and tired from the flight, I headed down to the lobby and walked over. When I asked if I could get a table for 1, she asked me if I would be comfortable with eating at the bar. It was a Sunday night, so I think she wanted to reserve tables for parties of two or more. I was fine with it, but I noticed there were quite a few empty tables. A few days later, I had lunch with a colleague here. We got seated at a table, and the service was really good. Our waiter was attentive and made sure we kept our lunch within our time requirements so we could get back to the conference without issue. The food was really good. I tried to order or sample local or MN specialties during my trip. Below are the menu items that I tried: - Bison Burger with Fries - State Fair Cheese Curds (w/ house made, smoked ketchup) - Pork Chop (w/ a Norwegian inspired sauce) - Habanero Wings

Food came out fairly quick after ordering, but it wasn't too busy during 5:30-6pm on a weekday…read more You can customize the fries and how well the patty is done. Bison burger patty had a charred taste. The garlic dry rub wings have a good salt and dryness to them. The flourless chocolate torte is a satisfying dessert. Rich, creamy, tangy, and indulgent. I feel like they are missing out on a happy hour menu.

This former Farmers & Merchants Bank space retained all of its high end art deco design elements…read moreincluding heavy chandeliers, industrial worker ceiling fresco, and banker offices serving as private dining. Our server did an excellent job recommending a moderately priced (for a restaurant) bottle of wine, and walking us through the menu, and was attentive throughout. The 10 oz filet and the scallops were top notch befitting their top notch price. Perfect place for a birthday.

Talk about a leveled up experience! This place stuns as soon as you walk in the door. The former…read morebank building is massive and how the space has been transformed to a gorgeous dining experience is nothing less than amazing. Service is top-notch here. Everyting on the menu is explained and recommendations are given easily. Food...fantastic. I'm not a huge steak person, so I got the short rib ragu. It was so rich and decadent. Drinks were also delicious. The one downfall is sides are are a la carte, none come with your meal. But the sides are delicious. I especially loved the elote corn. I was way too full for dessert, but the dessert menu looked promising. If you're looking for a "wow" experience, check out Stock & Bond.

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

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.

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.

​I absolutely love Hen House Eatery! Getting out for brunch is a real treat for my husband and me,…read moreand this is always such a fun outing for us. ​The vibes here are fantastic, but as a gluten-free person, what really makes my tummy happy is that they can make almost anything on their menu GF! For breakfast, I ordered two slices of their cinnamon French toast, served with two eggs and bacon. To drink, I treated myself to a delicious, beautifully layered tiramisu latte. ​Another thing I absolutely love is their grab-and-go bakery case. It is so rare and refreshing to see so many clearly labeled GF treats, like their Lemon Bars and Almond Cheesecake. We couldn't resist taking some goodies to go, so we went home with a lemon bar and one of their GF Fruity Pebbles bars. ​If you're looking for a delicious, incredibly gluten-free friendly brunch spot with a great atmosphere, you have to check this place out!

Absolutely loved this gem of a breakfast place while I was in Minneapolis for a work trip! I…read morestopped by twice and both times got the tostadas - once with carnitas (my fav) and once with the chicken tinga. They also had a delicious iced banana bread latte on their special menu...the banana bread cold fold was so, so good. The second time I stopped in, I was with a coworker and they tried the avocado coffee...which was interested. It was similar to a smoothie consistency, but was definitely not my cup of tea. Overall, great service, quick meal and really delicious food.