The interior of this place is incredible, such a cute spot with moody lighting, intimate seating,…read moreand vibey music. It's a great place for drinks and appetizers. The drinks were good, and they also have a solid selection of beer on tap. The food portion are a bit small imo but I will say the Mac and cheese was pretty darn tasty!

I'd seen rave reviews about this place, so we decided to go here to celebrate a personal…read moreaccomplishment last weekend! It's a really cozy moody interior, with *no big lights* aka great low lighting and comfy seating options. When we went, there were just a few other parties there so pretty quiet. I liked that we had a whole corner to ourselves with a sectional couch of sorts and some chairs. They close at 10pm on a Friday night, which felt absurdly early for a cocktail bar. But, we were able to order and drink one drink during the ~45 minutes we had. They closed up shop promptly at 10pm. They had a classics and a "rumors" section of the menu. I didn't think the signature drinks were overly unique, with classics like Paper Plane making that menu side. I had a pomegranate mojito which was good! Consensus was that the cocktails were good not exceptional, especially for the $16-17 price point. We ordered churros for the table which were a table favorite! I wouldn't go out of my way to come here again, but we enjoyed our time and could see this being a good option if you lived in the neighborhood and don't mind the early close hours.

A neat old-time vibe with good bartenders and some great music. I would call the place "unexpected."read more

The White Squirrel Bar was just okay to me. There was live music going on, which was a nice touch…read moreand probably the highlight of the visit. The inside of the bar is pretty small and felt a bit cramped, especially with how busy it was on a Sunday. They do have a back patio that is fairly large, which I appreciated, but during the day it did not feel very inviting. Without lighting or much going on, it came off a bit plain. As for drinks, I tried a non alcoholic half and half with lemonade and iced tea, which I actually really liked. I also had a mojito style cocktail that was not my favorite and tasted a bit too strong for me. The overall vibe just was not really my thing, but I could see it being more fun at night or with a bigger group.

We were in the area and finished with work sooner than planned. My daughter asked for oysters and I…read morefound this restaurant, plus they have oysters on their happy hour menu! Located in the area by the private colleges, they have a small parking lot on the right. Inside of the restaurant is colorful and dimly lit. I see the restaurant is known for craft cocktails and was excited to try. We sat in the front room since we didn't have reservations, I would recommend for party of 4 people or more.

Such a fun cocktail bar! Deliciously curated and unique drinks, and the food is actually very good…read moreas well, great spot for date night! We tried a couple dishes and drinks, both for the Halloween pop up and on their main menu, and loved everything. The only issue we had is that there was some miscommunication/ aggression regarding last call and closing time - I think those things could be better communicated by servers early on, as many parties were kicked out of the dining room with food and drink still remaining. But besides that, we had a great time and will be back!

Fun and lively atmosphere with plenty of menu options to choose from! They serve brunch, lunch, and…read moredinner, so it's a great spot no matter the time of day. The chicken pot pie and shepherds pie were so warm a delicious! The staff are super friendly and attentive, and the service is quick -- food and drinks came out fast and fresh. The bar inside has a great vibe with lots of drink options, from classic cocktails to local beers. The space feels warm and inviting, perfect for both casual meetups and weekend outings. Parking nearby was easy to find, especially for being in a busier area. Overall, a fun, comfortable spot with great food, great energy, and great service!

We came here for brunch on a Sunday and were very pleasantly surprised by how much we loved it…read more While they don't have "bottomless" mimosas, they have a heavy discount on refills that I think is an even better deal! The Benedict was great as well is their omelettes. Service was extremely polite and checked in often. Overall the place is very cute with a traditional Irish pub vibe and a pretty fireplace. Outdoor looked like it'd be nice when the weather warms up! We'll definitely be back

HEADS UP: Restaurant is closed. Serves beer and wine but kitchen closed during COVID…read moreToo bad, we really enjoyed bringing the family here especially for breakfast.

First of all: this is inside the Whole Foods, but has a space set apart so definitely feels like…read moreit's own place. So, if you are from out of town, I'd find a local spot to hang out instead because I have made that mistake before when I go to a new spot, and usually when I travel I'd like to find something local instead of a bar in the WF! However, if you are local, and need a chill neighborhood place to hang out, I think you'd be surprised how lovely the Selby bar is. Also, it's just nice to hang out somewhere that is not too dark like a usual bar might be. First, the specials! They are amazing. They always have really, ridiculously good beer and/or wine specials. See pic. Then, in addition, there are happy hour specials 4-6 pm that offer additional deals. But the daily specials are really good so even if you are getting there before or after HH don't feel like you will miss out! They have a great selection of MN beers - usually a few surly selections, lift bridge, and others. They usually have a good variety of beer styles and sometimes a cider on draft. Then, the food: they have a menu that has burgers, including the Beyond Vegan burger, for $10 with fries. They also have some apps and different veggie bowls you can add protein to. If you were already thinking of eating at Whole Foods then you probably won't spend much more eating here but that all depends on what you like and what deals are around. I have often gotten the vegan burger and I always love it. You can also bring in some food from the Whole Foods deli but be courteous and clean up if you leave a big mess of food they didn't serve you! Finally, the staff. The bartenders are really chill. Be nice to them and tip as you would at a bar! The bar takes credit cards or cash but no Whole Foods gift cards. Be nice to the Whole Foods employees in general! Also - this WF doesn't sell beer or wine to go because of MN liquor laws, so if you want beer or wine you need to have it here!

This is a neighborhood joint if I've ever seen one. I love this place. So local, so consistent. The…read moreservice is usually pretty good, food is always good, sports is always on and it's just a happy place to be. A little parking lot on the side and in the back, otherwise plentiful street parking.

The bartender had changed us for extra drinks on my bill and a friend with us had extra drinks on…read moreher bill. Calling attention to the bartender she admitted it was her mistake my drink order would had been $14 more plus a mix drink. My friends bill had an extra wine charge. Prior to that we ordered a sandwich. She asked what we wanted for a side. We ordered to find out later it was a $3 charge for the side. She made it seem that we had a choice with our sandwiches until the bill came with the extra charges. I like the bar but watch the dishonest staff It's such a shame for a comfortable setting to be ripped of from the bartender at our table. It wasn't appreciated and I will look for more honest staff to spend my money.

Great spot with friendly quick service. Came early and sat quickly, the bar area was filling up for…read morehappy hour as we left. Burger was tasty, my cheese filling squirted out and it could have been a little juicier without it but I just dipped and was very happy with my pick! Really tasty crispy fries too.

Seated downstairs in the very last booth toward the back. No other customers were present. Workers…read morekept going past us to get into whatever storeroom was just off this booth, dropping things, etc. Beer was lukewarm and so was the food. Apps were as expensive as entrees. Service and vibe were lackluster. $150 for food and tip. I expect a better experience for this kind of outlay.

Incredible experience at Estelle. We sat at the chef's counter, which was such a fun way to…read moreexperience the meal. Watching the kitchen in action added so much to the night. The service was impeccable from start to finish. Everything felt really intentional and well timed. The food was outstanding. The rigatoni was a standout with an incredible sausage that was honestly to die for. We also had the soles de pollo, a chicken ravioli with fresh vegetables in the sauce, and the flavors were amazing. For tapas, we ordered the patatas bravas and rissoles, both were delicious. Such a thoughtful touch when they brought out churro bites at the end as a thank you. Amazing food, top tier service, and a really fun but romantic atmosphere. Definitely a spot worth going out of your way for

Estelle is a cozy spot, with candlelights and flower on each table. It is a perfect spot for a date…read morenight or celebrating a special occasion, and is also just a lovely dinner spot with really good food! It is in the Mac-Groveland neighborhood so there is ample street parking nearby if you turn on any of the side streets. The restaurant does get busy at dinner, so I recommend making a reservation ahead of time. They have many unique options for cocktails and mocktails. I opted for the Slaychel which is a non-alcoholic beverage that I think of as an elevated mimosa. It is fruity, slightly tart, and delicious! The service was great! Our water was frequently refilled and never got empty, and our server asked about any allergies and dietary restrictions before we ordered. They were able to modify menu items to fit the different dietary restrictions! Two people in our party (including myself) are vegetarians and one member is gluten-free and also doesn't consume much dairy or eggs. They were able to serve the patatas bravas with the egg on the side and the grilled asparagus with the egg and cheese on the side so we were able to all share the starters. The patatas bravas were wonderful! The potatoes are perfectly crispy but still fluffy. The tomato sauce was slightly smokey and had a very slight kick (think Minnesota spice) and it balanced out well with the creamy tomato. If you're only going to try one appetizer, this is the one to try! The asparagus was also nice. The salsa verde had a slight kick (a bit more than the tomato sauce from the patatas bravas, but not super spicy. Still Minnesota level of spice). The shallots also added a nice crispy texture to the dish! The egg really stood out in this dish, with its runny yolk and batter coating. There were a lot of nice elements and textures. As for pastas, I split the Spaghetti and Radiatore with a friend. The Radiatore was nutty and tangy, and the serving size was generous. I enjoyed it, but I would order the Spaghetti over it any day! I don't even know how to describe the Spaghetti and do it justice. It was creamy, cheesy, delicious. Our server said it was a staff favorite, and I understand why. If you're looking for a vegetarian option, go with this one!! Even if you aren't a vegetarian, give it a try. It's so classic, and it's done so well. For dessert: they give free churros when you're dining in! They are served warm with a chocolate drizzle. We also ordered the Honey Cake which we enjoyed a lot! The cake itself was light, like a mousse. There was some crunch from the hazelnut praline and honeycomb toffee pieces. It was nutty and sweet but not overly sweet. It was a perfect way to finish off the meal! Estelle was delicious and the service was great! I can't wait to come back!

Great music. Huge whiskey selection (at outrageous prices). Decent beer selection. Nice people…read more But for the love of God, learn how to make an Old Fashioned. The. Worst. Ever. I mean, you charged me $30 for a Rare Breed Rye Old Fashioned and somehow made it taste like lukewarm tobasco. How in the world could you ruin a whiskey like that? My lips are still burning, and I drink that stuff neat. I dumped over half of it. Wow, folks.

I've been going to this place for 50 years. I realize it's not the same venue but 150 whiskeys…read moredon't make it good. I miss Christensens Big V.

They have food truck and indoor food (pizza, etc). The service and ambience is fun loving people…read more The staff is energetic and engaging. I recommend that the GLBTQ community give it a try once again.

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