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    Smack Shack

    3.7 (207 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Jingle M.

    Great patio with a lovely breeze! Busy tonite which tells you good food! Our server care of our every request and the manager, Jared, honored an expired $25 certificate I had ignored too long. Now that's great customer service. Enjoyed our Curry Mussels, Lobster Guacamole and Peel n Eat Shrimp, all delicious. Jared told me they are adding a wood fire grill and steaks will soon be on the menu! Why don't I eat here more often?? I WILL NOW!

    Build Your Boil - Crab
    Lucy N.

    If you are craving a crab boil or lobster roll, this is the place for you! We started with the coconut curry muscles, complete with fantastic taste and garlic naan. Super crave-able. On to the crab boil -- a bit of a snafu because they were out of the variety we asked for, but they made it right for us. Super fresh and tasty with all the sides. I loved the corn, potatoes and the sides of butter. A fun experience, and great tasting crab. Our service was really nice and attentive. Comfortable atmosphere!

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    Victoria F.

    A must go restaurant every time I'm in Minnesota as the staff is always friendly and the food is good. You can't beat the price on the bottomless mimosas.

    Lizzie D.

    I'd come back to smack shack just for the spectacular service and great French fries! The perfect mix of upscale and casual, Smack Shack is a really great spot for a date or work outing, or for any seafood enthusiast! Their menu has a large variety of items, almost all featuring seafood so this is a hard spot to find something to eat as a vegetarian. Our waitress was extremely kind and attentive. The food was pricier but I felt like the portions definetly made it worth the price! The fries were perfectly crispy and the seasoning on them was incredible.

    Clean but boring
    Stacy A.

    I am glad I gave this place another try and came out for happy hour. The happy hour menu has a nice selection of drinks and apps. I really liked the mules frites (mussels and fries) but I am glad I got regular fries, without their Cajun seasoning, because I remember I really didn't like that specific seasoning. The atmosphere is still very reminiscent of the Fuddruckers that used to be there but they did add some nautical decor.

    Steamed Mussels
    Nick W.

    My first response pulling up here was wow there's another smack shack and it's closer to me? Heck yeah Quality service, great fish, and a nice vibe to it. Kind of giving the inside of Joe's Crabshack iykyk I got the mussels with is an appetizer technically but honestly was enough for just me. It comes with warm bread so you can soak up the delicious sauce. Excellent Will come back soon!

    Connecticut Style Lobster Roll with Cajun corn with hot Cheetos
    Joe D.

    Cool vibe walking in with a nice big bar area, plenty of dining room tables as well. Julie took great care of us. We got some oysters (South Bay Blonde MA & Beau Soleil NB) which they always have a decent selection depending on what texture and briny liquor you like. Got the Connecticut Lobster Roll (it's warm) had a great amount of lobster meat and flavor with the butter, lemon, and quality bread. The Cajun corn with hot Cheetos was soo good making a great meal. Then I got the Key Lime ‍ pie to go so I had a treat later. It was fresh, great flaky crust that held together nicely. And don't sleep on their Brunch Menu. Pay yourself a visit asap! Your tummy will thank you. Follow me for more reviews, and message me what I should try next.

    Large shrimp appy
    Treena C.

    One of my favorite restaurants in Minnesota. Comfortable interior with plenty of parking outside. Love the menu- so many appetizing choices and they have weekly specials. We started with the large shrimp appetizer and it was everything they promised. I then chose one of the weekly specials- the lobster banh mi and it was superb. Messy, delicious and perfect. It comes with fries but I upgraded to Brussel Sprouts and they were outstanding. It can be difficult to find a Grenache on wine menus but Smack Shack has a fantastic one. Service was good. We didn't feel rushed and they checked in with us regularly. Prices are moderate - it is lobster after all.

    Gumbo, yummy!
    Ariel L.

    Fast service, good food, plenty of TVs at the bar if you're a sports fan. Good beer and wine list! It's a great casual place for friends and family to get together! Definitely recommend this place! Plenty of free parking too!

    Leah T.

    I loved Smack Shack in North Loop so I had high expectations. For some reason the Lobster Roll wasn't hitting like before. Service was impeccable but the food was just average and pricey. I was also bummed that patio seating wasn't available due to air quality.

    Sonja P.

    Nice place. We sat in the bar area. Service was great as well as the food. Many screens to watch sports.

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    Good korean bbq option in the south metro. Parking lot is busy with multiple business in the area…read moreso be patient. Staff and service were excellent. Our server Dawson was very polite and attentive. The inside is very clean and has good vibes and decor. Order: combo 2 meat platter. Included LA kalbi, thin cut bulgogi and marinated pork. Both beef cuts were not the premier quality with a lot of chewy fatty pieces. Good marinate on the kalbi. The pork was the star of the platter. We chose the kimchi stew as the side dish. Great flavor and big chunks of pork that added great texture and taste. All the little side dishes were delicious. The highlights were the korean style potato salad, radish kimchi and marinated soy radishes. Yum. So delicious. All are refilled throughout the meal so enjoy as much as you want. The real hidden gem was the calamari stir fry. Great flavor, great textures. This is a must order. Overall: Is it LA or Chicago quality...no, but really good for Minnesota and very enjoyable. Great service, good food and clean decor make this a korean bbq must if you live in the twin cities.

    I am already planning my second visit. This place was so good and beyond expectations. APPLAUSE…read more Banchan - I am picky with my kimchi, and this kimchi passed. It was more on the umami side and less sour. Pajeon green onion pancake - great shareable size. It was so good that phone did not eat first. I liked the ratio of the batter and green onion, and the sauce added a nice spicy element. Kimbap - ordered with beef. I like that I didn't feel sesame oil. It is also a great shareable. Soon dubu jjigae was tasty! It was more like chicken broth with a little spice (not overwhelming) really great intro into Korean stews for my unseasoned friends. For the grill, the beef bulgogi and chicken bulgogi were marinated well. The full plate felt plentiful - very big cuts. And she comes with allllll the fixings. I don't think we needed to ask our server for a thing. Bingsu was the perfect dessert. Refreshing, creamy, crunchy, chewy, and CUTE. Idk why we got the special bowl, presentation was out of this world. Everything was so fresh - lettuce, jalapeños, garlic, fruit, etc. And the table actually felt spacious with all this food?? SO easy to make and update reservations online. The staff was chill and so hard working.

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    Cahill Bistro is one of my favorite restaurants in the Twin Cities, and for good reason! The food,…read morethe service, and the ambience are five stars across the board. Owned and operated by three brothers, this family-owned restaurant serves incredible Ecuadorian and Mexican-inspired dishes. If you visit, you'll most likely be greeted and served by one of the owners, who treat you like family--wholesome and genuinely high-quality hospitality without doing too much. The service provided and the love poured into the food are comparable to none. I've frequented this restaurant several times, throughout several years, and I've never had a bad experience or a bad meal. Some of my favorite dishes here include: - Empanadas de Carne or Vegetariana: Beef or vegetable empanadas. These empanadas are pan-fried corn dough, stuffed with your choice of tender, juicy, perfectly cooked braised beef or fresh vegetables. The empanadas are served on a bed of roasted tomato salsa and crema casera. The crispiness and warmth of the empanadas, combined with the tanginess of the sauces, make this dish my absolute favorite. If you're undecided in the appetizer section, this would be the one thing I would absolutely make sure you order. - The guacamole is made with fresh avocado, tomato, onion, cilantro, roasted tomato, salsa, and served with crispy corn chips. It is one of their top-selling items as it is made fresh to order, and absolutely delicious as such. - The shrimp ceviche is another favorite! Made with a blend of tomatoes, red onion, cilantro, and citrus juice, this ceviche is both juicy and packed with tons of flavor. It's the perfect light and refreshing appetizer. - The Tostones and fried yucca, each crispy and crunchy, are also excellent options for sharing or nibbling solo before your main dish. - The Carne Asada is one of my go-to lunches when I visit. Overnight, marinated steak is grilled to perfection and served with achiote (yellow, seasoned) rice, black bean purée, French fries, and a small house salad. It's good comfort food cooked with love and an incredible amount of - The Lomo saltado dish is sautéed beef tips that are very tender, rich, and flavorful. The combination with the red onions, bell peppers, and tomatoes is sensational. Paired with an achiote (yellow, seasoned) rice that waters your mouth, as well as a side house salad served with a tangy lime vinaigrette that will blow you away. - The Mexican Tres leches is my absolute favorite version! I've tried several, not all, across the Twin Cities, and this is always easily my favorite. A homemade cake soaked with a blend of three milks, whipped cream, caramel chocolate, and topped with crispy coconut flakes. This dessert is decadent as it is delicious. In addition to these dishes, Cahill Bistro offers happy hour Sunday-Thursday from 3:00-5:30pm with specials on appetizers and drinks. They also have daily soup specials and brunch on Saturdays. Cahill Bistro has consistently won multiple awards for best Latin American food in the Twin Cities, and for me, there is no debate about that. Cahill Bistro is my #1!

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    Salad chilly and crisp.

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