100/10 experience here, food and drink are both amazing! The staff is so friendly and…read moreknowledgeable! Don't be afraid to ask questions about the menu! They have an amazing cocktail menu along with a cocktail and martini of the day! Very exciting to see the creative freedom from the team! The mussels are to die for! You can tell the menu is very well thought out, I will be back to try more! The entire place is just a great vibe! Truly a gem worth trying and will leave you wanting to come back for more!! Thank you for the amazing experience to everyone there!

I have truly never been disappointed by the drinks or the food at Emerald Lounge! The vibes are…read moreawesome - perfect for catching up with friends or a more intimate hang out and the food is delicious. LOVED the chips and dip and I don't think I have had anything I don't like. 10/10 recommend this stop if you're looking to try somewhere new in st paul! Vibes, food, and service are all top tier.

Great little local spot in Saint Paul…read more There's a lot to like about Estelle so I'll try to keep it to what stands out: 1. The menu is wonderful, and the food comforting. The peri peri chicken was surprisingly spicy. I like spicy foods and it was teetering on a bit too hot for me, but I enjoyed the flavors and the dishes as a whole that we sampled. 2. The cocktails are divine. I had two old fashioneds and they were amongst some of the best I've had. 3. The service is impeccable. Friendly, well paced, and professional. 4. The ambiance is really comfortable. I liked that we weren't rushed, and had a really well paced meal in a nice environment. Overall I'd love to return someday. If you go be sure to make a reservation!

Visited 7/15/26. Okay first the good parts- food was all great as per usual. A few of us came on…read morerestaurant week and got to choose a starter, a main, and a dessert based on this (only choice was to order off restaurant week menu which is very understandable). We were seated right away based on our reservation and our waitress was a gem for bearing the heat of the patio with us. I got the grilled asparagus, the piri piri chicken, and the ginger cake. Piri piri chicken has a bit of a kick to it but it pairs perfectly with the rice and I really enjoyed it. For me, the $55 three course meal was worth the value since I got a few of the pricier items, but for the other two members of my party, the prices were listed on the restaurant week menu and the items they chose when added up totaled as less than $55. They still were charged $55, which did feel a bit odd and we all agreed we would prefer just coming for a normal dinner instead of during restaurant week in the future. Better balance of food that way also. I didn't necessarily need all three full courses and would've been more content sharing apps and desserts. Regardless though-they never miss on the flavors at Estelle!

This is by far one of my favorite wine shops + selections in the area. I love the staff and have…read morealways felt welcome, despite not being a wine expert. I've come to several of their Friday wine tastings and it's always a great chance to discover new wines I'd never typically try. They also carry a selection of liquor, NA, and THC drinks. Also, dog friendly!

These folks really know their wine and the selection they have isn't that run-of-the-mill or…read moreoverproduced crap you see it Total Wine and other stores. This place carries solid and well-made wines and if you don't know what you're looking for, just talk to them and tell them what you like and they can match you up. Great job, Chuck!

Fun place to have wine flights. Tasty wines and cozy atmosphere. Near the downtown area. Easily…read moreaccessible with plenty of parking.

Cute spot with great service! The wine pairs are fun to…read morecompare two wines. Our server lets us guess which is which and explained the differences/how to know. They also have a decent food menu.

Met friends here for dinner on a weekend. The ambience is super cute. The upstairs area is…read moreadorable. Service was really great - they didn't rush us at all and our orders were accurate. I want so much to rate higher, but the food was just ok. Grilled chicken salad was good, but everything else we ordered was okay, and very very small portions. Wines were just okay as well - we tried 3 full wine flights (whites, reds, sparkling) Cute space and great vibes, but all of us thought the food and wines were just average.

The food at W.A. Frost truly is something to enjoy. We started off with the deviled eggs, then…read moreworked our way through the mussels (with the bread basket of course), lamb belly and then ended with the dirt cake and cheesecake. The deviled eggs had a wonderful smoky flavor from the smoked salmon, if you enjoy deviled eggs you will definitely enjoy this. I also loved the flavor of the broth from the mussels and I do recommend getting the bread basket to soak up the additional broth. I enjoyed the lamb belly with the zucchini, however the squash blossom stuffed with ricotta wasn't my favorite. If you don't typically order dessert I would absolutely recommend trying the cheesecake. It is hands down the best I have ever had! Cheesecake funk is where they get it from and I need to figure out a way to buy it directly from them because it is amazing. Overall, I highly recommend you enjoy the patio at W.A Frost.

Food was not as good as they recommended and say. The deviled eggs were dry, tasteless and tasted…read moreaged, like old wine. The Brie appetizer was no better with less than fresh cheese, and a very sad blueberry onion compote that was sad as well. The bread course with whipped butter that cost $11.00 was the best thing on the menu so far. We shared a Pork Chop Tomahawk that was less than par with a glaze you hardly had. The best thing on that plate was the spatzle and garnish.

Food: Their food and drinks affordably tasty. They have…read morevegan options like the cauliflower chicken, their regular wings are seasoned to perfection and just the right amount of crisp. Drinks range from wine to bear to alcohol from Black brands. Service: Customer service was always been top notch from the bartenders and owner was so helpful in providing overview of the game, local culture/clubs, MN having the most golf courses which shocked the hell out of us. He have us basic lessons, advice on clubs for women and beginners, stance, what par meant, and hand positioning. Overall personable guy and went out his way to ensure we were good and had some background about golf and MN golf culture. Very genuine. Let the record reflect that I'm not saying that because he's from Chicago (the best city to Eva do it ) ijs Price: Very reasonably priced with options to golf for 30 mins increments. We paid 80 for 1.5 hours which was just enough time. I'm not sure about the food so I've included a menu. I didnt order anything personally this time around. Ambiance: It was an overall great experience for my 2nd time around. Last Summer that had a mixed with a DJ and it was a great turn out. Intergenerational crowd with lots of photo worthy spaces and seating areas. Very comfortable high top tables and lounge area with open space to mingle. They have great artwork, open spaces yet felt inviting for times when networking is appropriate. It would be great for corporate events or mixers. Great lightening, private party spaces and the bar area is nice. I'm glad I remained open to trying it out again after delcaring "golf wasn't my ministry" I just needed a lil more education and hands on basics. I look forward to what's in store for Par365 10/10 would recommend!

Omg. What a VIBE!!!! Went to an event they were hosting…read morewith MNBlackbox and it was such a vibe. I had never been before but I really liked it. They have virtual golf and retro video games in.the bays. They also have food and drinks (alcohol and mocktails), what more can you ask for?​ The owner is so gracious you can't help but support and the bartender made it less awkward that I was there alone Wings, cauliflower bites and a strawberry margarita made for a good night. I will definitely be back.

I found a wine bar near my job. My coworker and I decided to check it out for happy hour. This…read moreplace is bigger than I thought. They share an entrance with another business, once you enter turn left into the bar. We were greeted and chose to sit near the fireplace. There's 2 different rooms and each room has a bar. We sat in the front and when I walked to the bathroom, I noticed the back room was much bigger and has a stage as well. Food is available, we built our own charcuterie board. Wine and flights are available, also cocktails. Cool place, definitely recommend if you're in the area.

Tried a new wine bar in the "burbs"…read more Was surprised how busy it was at 8.00pm on a Saturday night- live music was playing and there were only a couple seats left at the bar so we snagged those and were greeted by one of the owners who was super friendly. The service was very good even though it only looked like 3 people were working - they were very busy but did not show it They have an extensive wine list which is nice and decent price range from $12 upwards. The Rosè I had was pretty good and the Cab Sauv my date had was good too! The music was pretty loud - only on weekends I think , but when the crowds dispersed it felt more like an intimate wine bar- so I imagine during the week this would be a great place to meet up with friends and family. Did not get to try any food as we had just come from dinner but they did have some amazing smelling bread boards I would be willing to try! The owners are a husband and wife team who are very down to earth and like they get to know everyone who visits A cute place in Shoreview- when in the area I will stop by

Absolute MUST for brunch in patio season!…read more The coolest part of this space is their patio: you can see private planes coming and going since the patio is right on the runway for a private airport. You can book helicopter rides from here! Seriously such a cool way to spend a special occasion! We came for brunch and loved everything we ordered: - Bloody mary set - great for sharing and sampling - Caesar salad - Fried chicken sandwich - they turned it into two rather than one big one which we liked for sharing - Breakfast pizza This was picture perfect start to finish. We had lovely service and were pinching ourselves at how cool this place is!

I'd like to start by complimenting the dessert. It was absolutely delicious…read more My date and I stopped by for a cognac and something sweet after dinner. We chose to sit at the bar, but it took nearly 10 minutes before the bartender acknowledged us or brought us water. Because the bar appeared moderately busy and only one bartender seemed to be making drinks, we went ahead and ordered dessert. We also asked about the brandy and cognac selection. Unfortunately, the bartender seemed unfamiliar with what was available. When we asked to see the only cognac she mentioned, she presented the bottle with what appeared to be obvious annoyance. Since it was the only cognac available, we ordered it, but only after another lengthy wait. A few minutes later, we asked whether our dessert order had been entered. The bartender told us it had been, but we then watched her walk to the POS system and enter the order immediately afterward. That was very disappointing and made us feel as though we had been misled. During this time, four additional guests sat at the bar, yet no one came over to assist or help expedite drink service. Our dessert arrived about 10 minutes later. Throughout our entire visit, the bartender never smiled, engaged with us, or made any effort to create a welcoming experience. My date did not care for the cognac and asked to see the brandy selection. When the bartender retrieved a step stool to reach the bottle, she set both the stool and the bottle down roughly. The interaction again felt irritated and unprofessional. More broadly, it seemed as though the bar was overwhelmed, and no one was stepping in to help. One server stood nearby rolling silverware while guests waited for service. I understand that staffing challenges have affected the hospitality industry since COVID, but given the prices charged at this establishment, I expected a much higher standard of professionalism. I was also surprised to see a server dressed in faded jeans and a crop top that exposed a navel piercing, which did not align with the upscale atmosphere I anticipated. I had always heard wonderful things about this restaurant and was genuinely excited to visit. Unfortunately, my experience did not reflect the reputation I had heard so much about. If this level of service is typical, I do not see myself returning. The dessert was excellent, but the service left a lasting negative impression. An inexperienced bartender, a lack of hospitality, and being given inaccurate information made what should have been an enjoyable visit disappointing.

I have been circling the Nook for a while now in my search for the best Jucy Lucy in the Twin…read moreCities. I've tried the two originals,Matt's and the 5-8, and the upstart Blue Door, among others, but we may have a winner in The Nook. First off, the atmosphere is exactly what a Nook should be: small and comfortable. The service was attentive, friendly and helpful. I noticed that was all the staff not just my server. I also appreciated the obligatory warning about the melted middle of my Lucy. Speaking of which, I tried the #7 Burger (it was recommended when I asked as it had more cheese and bacon). The Burger was flavorful and perfectly cooked. The cheese cheater exploded as a good Lucy should. A 10/10 experience. The hand-cut fried added to the experience and were a great compliment to the burger The beer was cold and refreshing, the food superb, and the staff welcoming. Not much more one can ask for. I will be back that is for sure.

This had been on our bucket list for a while - glad we finally went!…read more It was PACKED on a Friday night, with quite a wait for a table, but we decided to go play score-your-own bowling on the ancient lanes downstairs while we waited. If you don't wanna wait, you can sit at the bar downstairs - or even put an order in at the bar and eat at the lanes. We ended up getting seated in the basement, which I highly recommend! The food was classic - great wings, great fries, great ranch, and awesome Jucy Lucy burgers. The ambiance here is top notch, especially in the basement. Very solid bar food, and though service is stretched a bit thin still a great experience. Bring cash for a soft serve cone after!!