We had an amazing experience at this pasta bar from start to finish. The chicken Parmesan was…read moreoutstanding -- one of the thickest cuts of chicken breast I've ever been served, yet somehow it still retained all of its moisture. It was incredibly juicy, tender, and perfectly cooked without being dried out at all. You can tell real care goes into the food here. The complimentary dessert was such a pleasant surprise too. It looked like a little circle pastry, but had the warm, sweet flavor and texture of a churro -- absolutely delicious and a perfect ending to the meal. Our waiter went above and beyond the entire evening. The service was attentive, friendly, and truly exceptional. The ambience was relaxing and inviting, the food was excellent, the prices were fair, and the portions were generous enough that we happily brought leftovers home. Definitely worth the trip, and we'll absolutely be back again.

On a mission to find the best chicken parmesan in Minnesota led us here, and Liliana absolutely…read moredelivered. The ambiance sets the tone right away. It's intimate in the best way, beautifully designed, with a great bar vibe. One of my favorite touches is being able to sit by the window and watch the pasta being made. Our server Nicole was amazing. She gave thoughtful recommendations and made the whole experience feel really special. We started with the supplì, which is like a rice-based version of a mac and cheese bite with red sauce, so good. The prosciutto bruschetta was also incredible and a very generous portion. For pastas, we tried a few and each one was so unique. The scarpinocc had this slightly sweet, really balanced flavor with beet, pickled orange, and butter. The bucatini with lobster was delicious with a nice kick from the Calabrian chili. The paccheri was a standout. It reminded me of a rich, slow-cooked pot roast but with pasta instead of potatoes. Easily my favorite of the night. And of course, the chicken parmesan was exactly what we came for. Thick cut, perfectly cooked, crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside, and smothered in red sauce, served with spaghetti. So good. For dessert, the individual popsicle was such a fun and unique touch, definitely worth trying. We also shared the crepe with ricotta and fruit, which was a perfect way to end the meal. Definitely a spot worth going out of your way for.

Love the Northern Taphouse! Been a regular since they arrived!…read more Great food, massive tap selection and outstanding service. A top 5in Woodbury for sure

The Bloody Mary's at Northern Taphouse are always fun. They have a rotating themed monthly special,…read moreusually priced $30 - $35. Their Bloody Mary is a meal + cocktail + experience... and I recommend! Northern Taphouse has an easy, elevated sportsbar ambiance. It's casual, but not a dive bar. Seating is comfortable and many TVs throughout. The tap list for beer is extensive, but also many food and drink options. If Im not eating the toppings of a Bloody Mary, I usually get the yummy quesadilla or a flatbread!

Marma is a wonderful local restaurant with a welcoming atmosphere and delicious food!…read more I met a friend a week or so before Christmas and we chose to sit at the bar. We had excellent service, recommendations, food & drink. The restaurant is busy and as is the case with many local owner operated small to mid size spots in the area they do have a time limit on tables on evenings when they are booked with reservations. I can respect that and they are clear about it. Bar seating is on a first come first served basis. My husband & son are regulars at Marma. It never disappoints!

Tried Marma in Lake Elmo for the first time and overall - there is a lot to love here, with a…read morecouple things to be aware of. First, parking is very limited - plan ahead! Now the good: the food was absolutely incredible. Easily a 10/10. Our group of five had a variety of dishes; the Marma burger, Rosa fettuccine, pesto penne, walleye, and Bang Bang shrimp - and every single one was excellent. The whipped feta and Brussels sprouts were standouts and a must-order. The atmosphere is beautiful and inviting, and our service was fantastic; attentive, friendly, and seamless. That said, the 90-minute table limit made the experience feel rushed. With five people ordering drinks, appetizers, and entrées, it's just not realistic to have a relaxed dinner in that timeframe. We didn't even have time for dessert before being asked to wrap up. What made it more frustrating was that tables of four across from us were seated before we arrived and were still comfortably enjoying their meals while we were being rushed out. Bottom line: amazing food and great service, but if you're looking for a leisurely, relaxing dinner - especially with a group - this may not be the best fit. Go for the food, just be prepared for the pace.

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.

Wanted to like this spot a lot more than I do. The food was takeout and we both ordered the…read morespaghetti bolognese. This to me was very non memorable and it really just tasted like a homemade spaghetti with meat sauce. Nothing against it but I wouldn't order it again! I'm curious to try other things from the menu, I've heard a lot of good things about Angelina's. I can appreciate they offer GF pasta options! If I try it again I will definitely update my review!

I went here for a friend's birthday. We came in at 8 for happy hour at 9 and sat at the bar…read more The bartender was very nice and put up with our stupid jokes and banter. She also have great beer recommendations. The place was fairly empty on a Tuesday, but I can see it's very spacious and would be great to watch a game at or just hang out. We ended up getting cheese curds, chips and dip, and flat bread. All of it was pretty good! I will say the blueberry ketchup was a pleasant surprise!

Went to Tamarack Tap Room for a birthday party. We were seated in a back room with lots of windows…read moreand plenty of open space. My husband and I ordered the Brussels Sprouts to share. For entrees, I had the Black and Blue Steak Pasta, and my husband ordered the Bourbon Braised Short Rib. I substituted the fettuccine noodles for cavatappi. The Brussels Sprouts were a bit disappointing. The goat cheese was a nice touch, but the dish didn't feel worth the $14 price tag. The portion was also very small. My pasta was okay. The steak was very tough and chewy, so I mostly ate around it. The flavor was good and fairly spicy, but it's not something I would return for. My husband described his meal as "mid." I tried a bite and agreed--it tasted a lot like pot roast. It wasn't bad, but it wasn't amazing either. We each had a few cocktails during dinner. I tried the Raspberry Mojito, the Blackberry Mint Margarita, and the Pomegranate Hibiscus French 75. All of the drinks were good, but the mojito was easily the best of the three. My husband started with a Manhattan, then ordered two classic mojitos after that. The service was very good. Christian, in particular, was helpful and accommodating. Overall, I probably won't be back for a while since it's not near my area and there wasn't anything outstanding to return for, but I would consider coming back if I was already in the neighborhood.

This was my first time here, but the party I was with have enjoyed this several times and raved…read moreabout their chicken wings. I shared the loaded fries, onion rings, and boneless chicken wings served with ranch and habanero sauce. The chicken wings were my favorite. They had a tasty dry rub on it. I thought the habanero sauce was tame, but tasted great. The fries could have used more seasoning and meat. I actually didn't even realize there was meat in the dish until digging through it. The onion rings were crunch and flavorful. Personally, next time I'd pass ok the loaded fries. I do commend this establishment on their management. I did experience a problem during my meal. A server accidentally dropped a few sides of ranch while delivering the meals, and it landed down the back of my jacket. They not only covered the dry cleaning bill, but also covered the cost of the jacket when the stain did not completely come out. It's the care like this that I will remember and keep me coming back.

Visited Ray J's on Saturday, 12/20/25 around 2:30pm with a group of 8 after a family event. I…read morehadn't been here in years, so expectations were neutral. Decided to split a few appetizers: onion rings, boneless wings, and fiesta fries. The food was decent overall, but the fiesta fries were a bit disappointing and overly messy with too much cheese (I don't remember them being like that). I'd probably try a sauce on the wings next time. Our server, Nicole, was fine but nothing memorable. Also worth mentioning, gratuity was automatically added to the bill. One thing I appreciate about Ray J's is their large menu with many options. Lots of tv's available for sports watching and pull tabs.

Had an earlier dinner, service was good and started filling up as it got closer to 6pm. Our server…read morewas friendly, checked on us but gave us space to enjoy our meal and conversation. The raspberry lemondrop doesn't pack a punch alcohol wise but I enjoyed it. Portions are large and definitely easily sharable. There was good lighting at each table to be able to see your dinner companions but dimmer throughout to give a sense of privacy, not sure if that's what they were going for but it was nice. Ample parking since it's in a strip mall. My only critique is that the containers for leftovers are the compostable clamshell containers; great for the environment but for butter and fat heavy foods. The containers absorbed the oils and leaked onto each other and the bag relatively quickly so keep that in mind if you're taking your pasta home without a bag or your car seats may be stained.

The Food: everyone in our group liked what they ordered. The pastas are cooked to al dente, sauces…read moreare flavorful, and portions are generous. Even the side salads are a good portion. Basket of bread comes with the meals. Pizzas are only ok... so just come for the pasta dishes. Daily special dishes are great as well. Happy Hour: very few places offer 3-6p HH 7 days a week. This is one of the rare spots that do! Decent HH menu with $5 house wines. Granted, the house wines are very basic, but their regular wine list has some nice options and are fairly priced. Service: prompt, friendly, overall good experiences with the service. Ambience: it's a cozy, warm vibe with fireplace for cold days. It can be cold if you're seated by the door. Plenty of booths to request when you rsvp. Making reservations is a good idea on weekends. Located in an unassuming strip mall, this is a gem of a find. Would absolutely come back.

I order the lamb gyro and what was plated was lamb in a burrito wrap. No real flavor and the was…read moreminimal tzatziki sauce. For the price, I was very disappointed.

This place has done a complete 180 in the last year. Food, service, beer selection, and price are…read moreall so much better. And now having some pull tabs? Come on. They kept their chicken quesadillas recipe - which is bomb. New unique cheese curds - almost like little grilled cheese bites. Good burgers and blat (burrata on it is so unique and good). Fries are great. Just everything is so much better and I'm so glad

Dinner and a show spot!…read more @alamotwincities in Woodbury is a perfect all in one outting. They have a restaurant/bar outside of the theaters but no need really because you can order food and drinks during the movie and never leave your seat! They have nicely spaced seats that recline, full menu, discrete lighting, notepads and pens to write your order down and a server will grab your order once it's propped up then your food will come out shortly. Tonight we saw a long 3 hour movie which was perfect to get dinner and then later dessert and a snack during the show. (Food pics were in the dark so I did my best) My our order tonight that I'd point you towards in order: Chicken Tenders with dry rub, added ranch and honey mustard for dips. These are awesome. My top pick here. Chocolate Chip Cookies. They come out warm and perfect. Milkshakes (didn't get one this time but goes well with warm cookies) Truffle & Parmesan popcorn. All of their popcorn options are free refills. Royal with cheese burger. This was a decent choice to get. Going to the movies theater always brings back nostalgia, joy and excitement. This adds another layer of enjoyment with having dinner or snacks served while you watch your movie. If you've never gone, highly suggest you do. For more awesome food spots check out the account mallorymademetryitmn on Instagram!

Visited Alamo Drafthouse on Christmas Day to see The Housemaid, and as always, it was such a treat…read more I loveeee being waited on during a movie.... It honestly just adds to the relaxation and experience. The tables between seats give you personal space, seats are super comfy, and the staff members were friendly. The whole process is seamless and efficient, and the call light is such a helpful addition. The popcorn is fire, and the mozzarella sticks were yummyyy! Can't wait until I can come back and kickback.

Foo was descent, drinks were good and affordable. Atmosphere was good. A lot of locals attend here…read morebut they were all nice and welcoming

We loved it here! We had Megan and Tatum as our servers and they were just great. You can tell they…read morelove their job and love what they do. We got the quesadilla and wings which were both delicious with good portions. Love the vibe in the place, such a great place to have dinner and drinks! Highly recommend!!