We randomly stopped in after a visit to the cemetery. A very small space where you normally order…read morefrom a kiosk (not my favorite). Chef Pedro took our order (bonus points) and we had a lovely conversation about New Orleans. The menu here has a lot of New Orleans food intertwined. Based on where Pedro previously worked in New Orleans, he has an outstanding culinary background. I was going to order the Muffaletta, which can be served hot or cold, but they were out. When I heard why, I was impressed. In New Orleans, the gold standard of bread is Leidenheimer. Minnesota doesn't have the same bread (Trung Nam Bakery is the closest substitute). Pedro uses Leidenheimer for his Muffalettas. Pedro also makes his own olive salad. I am looking forward to trying a Muffaletta. My husband ordered the Zambon Dip and really enjoyed it. I had the Herb Brooks Focaccia. It was great. Big portions. What is really funny is I knew the North Stars as I worked at the Met Center. Fun memorabilia too. On street parking and some tables outside. What we used to call a neighborhood joint. Stop in and say hi to Pedro. Now I just wish he would make Gumbo with some okra and filé.

Great creative delicious sandwich shop in south Minneapolis. Service was ok not much interaction…read more You order on a kiosk. The place has no indoor seating and a few tables on the sidewalk. Seems like a really busy takeout spot. Order: the North Star deluxe. Delicious. Their take on a Reuben without the kraut. All the meats were delicious and distinctive in flavor. The creole mayo added that nice creaminess. The homemade pickles on the side added that little vinegar punch to cut thru the richness of the sandwich. Smoked salmon BLT. Huge potion of perfectly smoked salmon. The smoke and crunch of the bacon was a perfect pairing. This is an amazing creative surf and turf. Overall: This is a must try on your Minnesota food tour.

I read about Clancey's and we decided to give it a try for lunch. There are two parts to…read moreClancey's. On one side is a meat market with a variety of cuts of steaks, lamb, and other meats, which all looked fresh and quite nice. They also have a variety of items such as canned goods, pasta, eggs, etc. on the shelves opposite the meat counter. The entire place is quite sunny, pleasant, and cozy. On the other side is the eat-in, take-out deli sandwiches, that are made to order. The quality of the ingredients is excellent. The bread is freshly made (crispy baguette type) and you have a choice of Roast Beef, Roast Turkey, Tuna Salad, Smoked Ham, or Corned Beef. All sandwiches are $16.50 each (including tax) and come with a choice of mayonnaise, spicy stone ground mustard, red leaf lettuce, thin sliced red onion, salt, pepper, oil, vinegar, raw grated horseradish, pickled jalapeno, and roasted bell pepper. The default includes all toppings so if you don't want everything, be sure to specify what you do NOT want. Surprisingly, they do not carry any diet soda, nor do they stock any national brands (only local pop). There is a large menu on the wall, and you order at the counter and pick up the order (no table service). The food was attractively presented, and very, very good. My only gripe (besides the lack of diet pop) is that it's on the expensive side for lunch. Two sandwiches, a couple of bags of chips, and a couple of cans of pop will easily top $40, although I'd say the quality is top-notch.

Clancy's has great sandwiches and supports the community with big hearts and concern. At lunch,…read morethere can be a mad rush for their classic roast beef sandwich, but the staff handles the crowd with efficiency and detail. I was on the street in front of Clancy's when one of their customers was mis-identified as an officer of an organization that was terrorizing Minneapolis. It had nothing to do with Clancy's! As I tried to get to my car, people yelled the most obscene and disgusting epitaphs at the couple in front of me. I was just walking down Grand Avenue. They were even spitting at this innocent individual. As a liberal who marched for civil rights and against the war in Vietnam during the 1960s and 1970s, I was horrified. Blaming Clancy's is ignorant, and an integral part of how this country is dismantling. Clancy's Meats & Fish is important to our neighborhood, and represents the kindness and empathy that has been representative of Minnesota for decades. Give them your support.

Very good cold cut banh mi has the authentic cheese head meat…read more It was very busy in the area and inside of the restaurant was packed. Outside of the restaurant on the sidewalk, there is the Alex Pretti memorial. 2026-2-28 Thank you for staying open during very challenging times. It takes courage & compassion to show up daily knowing what had happened outside the restaurant doors last month meanwhile the memorial is still there. I'm here every Saturday for lunch when I'm in town & the incident occurred on a Saturday around the same time when I usually get lunch at here. It could've been one of us that day so I appreciate you guys for staying open during extremely difficult times.

Made an online order to pick up, it was super easy to navigate their locations and menu options…read more The staff is incredibly friendly, and have been accommodating. The banh mi sandwiches are amazing that even my uncles and aunties approve, that says a lot!

Oh heaven help me that price tag. Ouch! DX…read more We were at a nearby events with friends who were hungry, so we debated where to eat and landed here cuz a sub sounded good to us all. I really wasn't prepared to spend $15 on a single sandwich though. Listen, everything about this place was fine. Including the sandwich itself (I got the Adult Club cuz I love me some chicken salad, but I should've asked to have the bread toasted... it really wasn't all that sourdoughy in taste either??). I just can't quite get over the amount it cost. Which I guess might be why there aren't any prices listed on the menu signs. Like, my hubbie and I DIDN'T get drinks or chips or a side or dessert. None of that. Just a sandwich for the each of us and it was $30. If we had added stuff, I bet we'd've run the bill up to $50 in no time. For lunch! Gotta be trippin'! I like supporting small local business when I can but I think this place isn't in my budget. Sorry. :( But the employees were nice, the ambiance was cool, the tables were clean, large selection of drinks, very tempting looking desserts, even ice cream, and a community board. If money isn't a concern that factors into your decisions, absolutely patronize this joint. I'll just be jealous.

Ordered takeout so no notes for ambiance or service…read more I got the "Adult Club" with the potato salad. The potato salad was very good. I would've eaten another serving. Not too heavy mayo or mustard, eggs, soft potatoes with a little chew (perfectly cooked) and red bell pepper. The sandwich was great. Freshly baked bread that was soft. The chicken salad was really good. Again, a great balance of mayo, not too much. They use shredded chicken which is the way it should be done. Some different options for toppings that you don't get from those other sub chains. A great lunch. I'll be ordering again.

Visited 11/8/25. Picnic crushed their lunch special option! A bit on the steeper size price wise,…read morehowever it stands up with their "normal" prices for the most part (I think if they included chips or something it would feel like better value overall). We got takeout on this occasion which was slick, albeit a bit tricky due to parking in the linden hills area by this restaurant. I got the turkey in the hills sandwich and the tomato soup. Both of these were hits and were a good amount of food too. My mom got the same sandwich with the chicken wild rice soup which wasn't as much of a hit as the tomato but was still decent and then my sister got a veg sandwich with the tomato soup. Overall I like the lunch special and think it could be perfect with a sandwich and salad on a summer day

We wanted to go for a cocktail before our dinner in the area, and Picnic has been on my list to…read moretry! SPACE There are a few 4-tops on the patio in front, a handful of bar seats inside with a small, cozy indoor table footprint, and a handful of 2-3 tops on the back alley. SERVICE The bartender told us to go find a spot on the back alley, so we did - but not sure we did things right, as our server walked past us a few times without acknowledging us. Service was friendly but limited. DRINKS They had a nice cocktail menu, but I opted for an Aperol Spritz. My husband chose off their limited NA menu a lavender honey lemonade, and it was a bit too sweet for him. I'd love to see some mocktail options here! FOOD We just got a few shareables since we were heading to dinner after, but their sandwiches were making my husband's mouth water! We got: Pickle Brined Wings - amazing flavor, salty and dilly, but I would have liked quite a bit more char on them: they were pretty pale. Minnesota Sushi - my husband loved this! Served with Ritz crackers, and it's the perfect little shareable dip.

It closed down yesterday, but the owners say to stay tuned, big announcement coming soon. It was…read morestarted by the people that own the ramen place next door, which is still there. So hopefully something else cool will replace it. I liked the burgers, although one was not cooked enough.

Heard about this place online and had to try it. Me and 2 of my friends went. No reservations, just…read morewalked in. Street parking, wasn't too hard to find though. Walked in, ordered at the counter and then wait for the food at the table. We sat outside and they brought us a extra chair. Staff was very friendly and gave some recommendations. I got a burger and some wings. Really wanted to try the fondue style but thought i might not be able to finish all the food. Friends ordered a few things and we shared. Wings were amazing, burger was pretty good, other than a lot of the stuff falling out while eating it. Didnt really like the salmon fries, interesting flavor though. Regular fries and i think purple fries were super good. Everything came out quick and hot to the touch, my favorite. Will definitely go back and try more items!

Gotten takeout a few times now and each has been a great experience. It's a small, takeout joint…read morewith only a window bar you'd expect to see in NYC. The owner and staff are all great; greeting everyone and happily answering questions. You might initially gawk at the price for a sandwich but they are worth it and could easily be 2 meals for most people. Beyond the sandwiches they've got rotating sweet treats and deli salads that are fantastic. Legit some of the best coleslaw I've ever had. My favorite thing is the dutch crunch bread they get special made for the shop. It's impossible to find around here and the slight sweetness and texture add something special to each hoagie. If you're looking for a locally-owned deli to grab lunch from this is one I highly recommend.

Little Bird Deli opened the second week of November, just across the street from Petite León. The…read moreinside is simple, with a small ordering counter and a little window that provides a glimpse into their back kitchen. It's more of a grab and go spot, unless you're fortunate enough snag one of the six cozy bar seats that overlook the busy intersection. The menus are not posted online yet, but they have about 8-10 sandwiches, all on the same Patisserie 46 rolls, as well as a few sides and a kids menu. My friend and I each ordered the Wesley and our sandwiches were ready within minutes. Unfortunately, my order came out as the Eddie rather than the Wesley, but it sounded good so I just went with it. The staff was beyond generous and ended up making the Wesley for me anyways. The Eddie was good, not great. It comes with bacon, turkey, avocado, tomato, lettuce and chipotle mayo. The chipotle mayo was so tasty with subtle heat, and the roll was nice and soft on the inside and crisp on the outside. My only complaint was the meat - the turkey was slightly tough and the bacon was served like a cold cut which didn't allow for much texture differentiation or flavor. The avocado was ripe and creamy and the tomatoes were juicy and fresh. I wonder if cooked/crispy bacon would make a difference in flavor and texture? And then just better cuts of that turkey would have elevated the Eddie in my opinion. Keeping in mind that they just opened, I would not count Little Bird off my list, but I do think there are plenty of other good sandwich shops to check out in Minneapolis as well.

I don't get to world Street kitchen often enough because that's not close to where I live. But…read moreevery time I eat there, I always remind myself of how much I love the food. It really is just an excellent fast casual Asian fusion We went there the day after a general, strike cabin in Minneapolis and decided to support it because they had shut down. Other many restaurants in Minneapolis are hurting right now because of everything, they were very welcoming. But to be honest, we were there for the food. And I loved it. The brussels sprouts are truly amazing. I think they are my favorite brussels sprouts in the Twin Cities. So many places shove bacon into them. Not these. Rather they use a Thai fish sauce and caramelize them. They're crispy and flavorful. They're amazing. The tofu bowl was also quite tasty. A lot of food for a reasonable price. Just so much to love about this place.

A standby for fast and tasty Asian fusion. Menu is a few ingredients and sauces mixed with…read moredifferent marinated proteins. I like the flavors but most dishes taste pretty similar because of the sauces. But can't beat it for a very fast and fresh meal with bold flavors!

Have driven past year many times. Always was curious and wanted to check it out. First I love the…read morename of this place. I know a couple Gigi's so I thought the name was cute. The outside patio and entrance area was also cute. I think it'll even be cuter in the spring and summer as the snow covered a lot of the patio area. The inside has a classic coffee cafe feel to it. Bigger than I expected inside. The menu prices weren't bad. Food was actually kinda cheap in my opinion. I ordered the the classic breakfast which came with eggs, red potatoes or greens, and toast with jelly. The food was pretty good. Nice balance of flavor. Id get again. I also ordered the nutty professor latte which had good whip cream but I felt it was overbearing with the nuts on top I couldn't really get to the whip...I guess that's why it's called the nutty professor though. The drink tasted like a sugar cookie. I was a bit confused why a hot coffee drink would be put in a glass. Staff was kind and helpful. Nice coffee selections and bakery looked decent. Not a bad spot overall.

Gigi's has recently changed hands, and the new iteration is well worth a visit. Located in a…read moresomewhat drafty building, this no-frills homey café offers great pastries, coffees and teas, as well as breakfast, bowls, sandwiches, soups and salads, and entreés. Our group of seven enjoyed cream cheese ravioli, the chicken cob salad, and a salt-free burger on a great bun, with homemade kettle chips. There is no table service. Order at the counter, and the staff will bring the food to your table. When done, you can leave the dishes on the table, but bussing your dishes is appreciated. Gigi's is a great place to meet friends, hang out, and enjoy good food in a relaxed neighborhood home away from home.

We make it a point to try as many Ruebens in town as possible. I can easily say this one is in the…read moreconversation for best in the cities. I had Cecils the week prior and this was better hands down. Bread could've arguably been a few millimeters less thick and there could've been a little more of a buttery crisp from the griddle. That said, the Swiss held on like spiderwebs pulling a bite away. The meat was cut cris-cross and never dragged any of its brethren out of the sandwich with it. It was juicy, but never sloppy. Topping it all off were earnest servers willing to go the extra mile for a perfect score.

First rate food and service. One of the best quiches I've ever had--and I've had my share. Visiting…read morefrom out of town, this restaurant was one of the best we tried in Minneapolis.