4.5/5 Stopped here for happy hour on a Friday and got $5 vegan/veg beyond sliders and boneless vegan wings, tots and beer. Wings only have two spice options (Sriracha or buffalo sauce) and we got the buffalo sauce, very spicy and the wings were kinda cold - we would skip these next time. Knowledgeable and friendly staff, Huge vegetarian/vegan menu Can't wait to go back! read more

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The food was so good! Not pictured because we devoured them were the vegetarian rooster wings - 10/10!!! Everything was amazing. Appreciated the dedicated separate vegetarian menu (which also had vegan adjustments available for most). Our server was also super kind and noticed which menu side we were using when I forgot to specify. Last, but certainly not least was the decor in here. I loved it soooo much, heck I event want to buy some of paintings they have up!!! They do have prints of some available too. Tl;dr I definitely recommend! Great food and place, parking was also easy to find nearby. read more

Stray Dog - Vegetarian BLT, Vegetarian Chili & Cheese Dog, Vegetarian Chuckwagon - New American Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

Made reservations for 6 pm dinner on a Saturday, but there was plenty of space so it didnt seem necessary. It's a more moody interior with a lot of different dog art, but they did have some tables outside on the patio as well. It's definitely a more casual place. ordered a Moscow mule and there fall sangria special drink. The fall sangria was yummy and pretty original. The Moscow Mule tasted quite light and like it barely had any alcohol in it. Also ordered the buffalo wings. They were just OK. The buffalo sauce didn't have much flavor, but I did appreciate that they weren't super spicy like some places are. My friend ordered the black bean burger and said it was OK as well. Our server was really friendly and attentive, which was very nice. there is some paid parking at the front or around the blocks next to it, but try getting there early if visiting during a busy hour because they're probably won't be much left. read more

Stray Dog - Wings - New American Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

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I really liked this place. Like a lot. Came in during happy hour which is daily (at least on weekdays) from 2pm to 5pm which usually sucks but was great for me since I had the day off. There's a happy hour menu which includes 6 dollar sliders and other appetizers as well as 2 dollars off drafts and cocktails. Nothing that will blow your mind but still a deal. When I came in, there were about 8 people here. I ordered cheese curds with truffle to line my stomach and bacon wrapped dates. There's a bunch of vegan or vegetarian options so there's something for everyone. The dates were spectacular. Shame only two came in it. The cheese curds were okay. I like a lot of truffle on mine and so more could have been added in my opinion. For beers they have a lot of local and regional beers. Plus they have a handful of cans with THC in it. I had the creamsicle one and it was fantastic! I then followed it up with war pigs which was okay. Stefano was my bartender and he was cool and engaging. The place has a ton of dog photos and picture on the wall. There's a back bar as well and they host a trivia night one day a week. I feel like you can fit easily 100+ people here. Not sure about parking but there are places to park your scooters or bikes outside the place! read more

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Every single thing I ate here was delicious. As a vegetarian, having an almost identical plant-based menu is incredible. Highly recommend the Prooster slider, it was my favorite bite. The cheese curds are delish (not plant-based, FYI). I wish I lived nearby so I could try more on the menu. The staff was super friendly too and there is a very fun and divey feel about the space. read more

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Ambiance was great, little warm inside but manageable. My friend's birthday dinner turned into surprise trivia night, which was soo fun! Food was delicious with a variety of options. Service was kind, efficient, and knowledgeable about their menu. Yay! read more

I was craving a burger so I stopped here and ordered a burger. The burger was cooked well. I didn't have to wait terribly long for the burger since it was off peak hours. I was also able to find a meter not too far away. read more

Had really kind & great service here! Staff is very friendly and it's a cool vibe on the inside decorated for Halloween. Food is nothing crazy but a good option with a lot of vegetarian choices read more

Stray Dog - Strawberry Sourdough Waffle - New American Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

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We had a team dinner here while in town for a work conference and had a great time. Love all the dog decor of course, but the big hit was their robust vegetarian/vegan menu. I got the beyond rooster burger and I'm already craving another one. We had a big table (17 I think) and service was fantastic. Great selection of beer as well read more

Stray Dog - New American Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

I liked the green marvel burger because it wasn't dry and because of the caramelized onions. It was flavorful, a bit messy, but overall a hit. I didn't really like the spicy margarita but I loved the decor though out with all the doggy details. We utilized street parking on our visit Saturday afternoon and the service was fast and friendly. read more

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Got the pork chop here and it was delicious! I appreciate their late hours which were helpful when our friends flight got delayed and we wanted to grab dinner somewhere. The wait staff was nice and checked in multiple times to make sure we were happy with our meals and drinks. I can also vouch for their vegetarian chicken wings as being hearty as they're actually made with a protein and not just casual cauliflower. Definitely a place to check out for anyone with dietary restrictions--one whole side of the menu is all meat alternatives. read more

The is probably my favorite bar in the cities. Great Belgian tap selection, an entire vegetarian menu, and incredibly friendly staff. So glad they seem to be doing better after the pandemic scare. They rotate specials with the season and they're always delicious. Most of their menu items have a well thought out way to make them vegetarian and not just "remove the meat". It's a long building so there's more seating than it first appears but can still fill up really quick on weekends and during sporting events. It's my NE/St. Anthony staple if I don't know where to go or just want a nice Belgian cask beer. read more

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It was early in the day for lunch, the staff was attentive. There were vegetarian and vegan options available. It's basically good bar food. Because it was a Monday, many of the other food options were closed. The food wasn't creative, and they don't strive to be, just solid bar fare. My vegan BLT was unremarkable, with little bacon but thick with other ingredients--would try something else another time. read more

This place had a very fun ambiance and decor! It's all dog-related, hence the name. We came right at open (12pm) on Saturday, thus service was quick and friendly. The seating: the tables are mostly high tops. There are only 7 low-top tables and a small outdoor patio. The Rooster was flavorful and had a very tasty sauce. The pickles that came on it were very thinly sliced...more cucumber than pickle. The Bourbon burger was the perfect balance of sweet and savory. The fries had the perfect amount of crisp! We do wish the meal was a bit cheaper ($17) for the portion size. For the average person, you likely won't need a box for take home. It was a good portion size! * street parking only * 1 stall bathrooms read more

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Don't sleep on this Northeast Minneapolis establishment, which used to be where Bulldog NE was located on the corner of Hennepin and 4th. Great beer selection and elevated bar food with some terrific burgers, house cut fries and tots that you upgrade with truffle, fennel or togarashi - if you grew up where I did, you have a great appreciate for fennel (think porketta). There's a nice variety on the menu, lots of different sandwiches, which I'd like to try nearly all of them and some unique burgers with great flavor - I've had the bourbon brown butter, which has applewood bacon, brown butter mayo and a bourbon glaze, which makes the meal, and fried shallots, as well as the Stuffed Pretzel which has garlic aioli served on a white cheddar stuffed pretzel bun - it's really good! On a recent visit, I ordered one of their pizzas - the Inferno, which has sausage, pepperoni and jalapenos - for the price, it was really good deal and I liked the crust and sauce as well. Stray Dog also does has a nice happy hour, as well as breakfast/brunch on the weekend with some great options. If you are in the neighborhood, be sure to swing by - you'll love the decor, especially if you're a dog person like I am! read more

Stray Dog - Inferno pizza - really good with the jalapeños - New American Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

I've been here a few times pre pandemic and post pandemic and it's almost always packed at night and weekends. One time I went during the week, during the day to try the chicken and waffle (which had been going kind of viral at the time on social media) I was sad to find out it wasn't available because they were out of ingredients. I never did go back and try it. My mom & I had went back another time for a cherry beer they had at the time (at least I think it was cherry). We order some apps. The truffle fries are really good. I always remember the food generally being good overall. It can get a bit loud but I sometimes enjoy the lively atmosphere. Overall a good place to grab food and drinks. read more

I really enjoy my time on Stray Dog. The decorations are always so enjoyable - particularly as a big dog lover. Every time I go, I try and pick the dog art that matches my mood for the day. Would recommend this restaurant solely based on the decor. The food was good! We asked for nachos without cheese and unfortunately received it with feta (which still is a cheese). We assumed it was because it was so busy that the kitchen staff was stressed. Similar thoughts on the service. We went during trivia night, so it was quite busy, and we could tell the serving staff was stressed. We didn't get as much interaction as we would have hoped (refilling water, getting more bevs, etc.), but we weren't too upset since we picked a busy night to go! Overall, Stray Dog is a wonderful establishment! read more

Stray Dog - Vegetarian Nachos - New American Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

A fun place to stop if you're already in the area. I was having a treat-yo-self day and they were one of the few bars open before 4pm on a Friday. I may be a cat person, but I loved all the dog artwork! Especially the Courage The Cowardly Dog piece! I ordered the Togarashi Cheese Curds and a Negroni. I was excited to see togarashi spice on the menu as it's one of my favorites in Asian cooking! The curds were nom. Soft and yummy. The drink was premixed, which I'm not usually a fan of, and I got the last pour. There were a few other couples sitting around the bar and the staff seemed to know everyone by name. Very friendly environment. Street parking. Also near Stone Arch Bridge, about a 15 min walk. read more

Stray Dog - Negroni - New American Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

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Ambiance was different with all the dog art. I was different but I liked it. I brought my parents to eat. Waiter was blah. But realized he was the only server there and understood why. We ordered soo much, wontons amazing, caprese salad below average, onion rings tasted like they were fried with fish, Texas chili was delicious, cuckwagon was amazing, peanut butter burger (mid) not enough PB, also the bourbon burger decent. read more

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I don't understand why this place is so highly rated. It must be the atmosphere, which I admit is nice with the cool and colorful artwork and big screen TVs for the games. I'm certain that the high ratings are not for the food. I had a very average burger and fries that were overly cooked or probably reheated in the grease. My service was absolutely terrible in terms of speed to order, receive food and to get the check. But that's what happens when one person is waiting on the entire restaurant by themselves. The server was nice enough, but it didn't help the experience. I have no interest in going back here, but hopefully it was just a one off issue. read more

Stray Dog - New American Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

An amazing first visit to Stray Dog! We had a great lunch there today. The staff were very friendly and we loved the space and the artwork. The food was very good, and the drinks complemented them well. We will definitely be back! read more

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I so wanted to LOVE this place. Based on the high rating I thought it would be great. Not so, unfortunately. First, the good. The dog decor of cute dog artwork is so cute! The juxtaposition of MMA on one tv and Rupaul's drag race on the other is awesome. It speaks so much to how inclusive this establishment is. The kids menu choices and portions are great. There are a good amount of 2 chair tables for date nights and decent seating for the bar area. There is shuffleboard and outdoor seating. The bad. The service is slow and non attentive. We were seated at 620 and didn't get our food until 7:15. My husband's order had cheese when he said no cheese due to his dairy allergy. Then it took awhile before it was brought out. Without silverware. Getting the silverware was its own challenge. While I realize that the rest of the table all had items that didn't require silverware, there was no reason it should've taken as long as it did to get silverware. It took so long that plastic utensils were offered. The food was good, but overpriced for what you get. read more

Stray Dog - Kids Pepperoni Pizza and fruit side - New American Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

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My friends and I met up for dinner to check out a new restaurant and it didn't disappoint. The menu was extensive and the entire back of the menu was vegan and vegetarian options to pick from. We did get a reservation just cause we went on a Saturday night. We were sat right away and all of the staff were really nice. That have a bunch of different seating options and the decor was really fun. My friends started with the pretzels as an appetizer and said it was really good. I got the Cobb salad and added grilled chicken to it. The salad was huge and was really fresh. My friends both liked their food and said we should go back. If you have vegan or vegetarian friends, I highly recommend checking this place out because it truly has the best of both worlds with tons of food options for everyone. read more

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Tried this place for Father's Day. We had a noon reservation- didn't know they didn't open until noon which seemed later for a restaurant, but it all worked out. Our server was excellent and patient. Food was delicious: Eggs Benedict Kids pizza was said to very cheesy Chilaquiles Everything Omelet Mushroom and Swiss Burger Fries were great- handcut- love handcut fries. The food was excellent! Service was excellent. They had a shuffle board. Outdoor patio The only negative is the surcharge for paying with a card vs. cash. I get that restaurants have to cover their costs, but all the little surcharges start to get a little irritating, but the food and service were excellent so its a wash. The "secret" menu needs to not be secret- just put it on the menu. read more

Stray Dog is a staple in the neighborhood and it's here to stay that way for a long, long time (hopefully). This place serves up traditional American fare with some twists. First of all, they have a vegetarian/vegan menu just as big as their regular menu which is pretty cool for a burger joint even coming from a mainly meat eater like myself. And while I've never had any of their non-meat dishes, I've heard their great and some even include "meat" from the nearby vegan Herbivorous Butcher. Their menu is primarily burgers, but they also serve some assorted sandwiches, salads, and appetizers. This place has my favorite hot dish in the Twin Cities!! It has truffle, Brussel sprouts, meat, and so much delicious flavor, it's definitely a twist on the classic, but they nailed it. As for the burgers, I've had quite a few of theirs and they've always been delicious. For a good simple bacon cheeseburger, the Smokey cheddar burger is the way to go. If you want something crazy the stuffed pretzel burger is pretty wild with cheese filled in the bun. However, no matter how good the burgers are (and they're really good), I think the best item is still that hot dish I highly recommend. This place knows how to do Brussels right. The atmosphere here is your typical restaurant/bar with a huge full serve bar in the center, some tables, booths and high tops surrounding it, and a limited number of outdoor tables on their sidewalk patio. The service has always been pretty good, nothing to complain about ever. I've never had a wait here and have always been served pretty quickly. Highly recommend this place, I come here all the time! read more

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Okay so the ambiance was mostly like a bar/ restaurant, pretty typical how you'd expect. You can go on the casual side and you'll be fine. The service was fast and friendly, the lady at the host stand greeted me with a smile and pro actively went to the kitchen when it was almost time for my food to be done and made sure I got it hot from the kitchen which I appreciated. We were visiting Minneapolis, and today is our last day so I had to try one of the cities staple foods: The tater tot hot dish! I found that not many restaurants serve it here in Minneapolis even though it's a cultural food in the region. The one at stray dog seemed good so we tried it. The presentation was probably the best part, my mouth was watering before even feasting on the meal. Imagine cheese and cream melted all over meat, mushrooms, peppers and tater tots... I mean whats there not to like? The meat was shredded and tasted like it was slow cooked, it was soft and flavorful, I give the meat a 5 star for sure. The veggie ingredients were cooked well they were soft which went well with the amount of cheese and cream that was there. The tater tot was a bit crispy but I think it should be even a little crispier to hold up to the amount of moisture that this dish has in it. But it was crispy enough to last the car ride and most of the time we ate it. The one thing I'll say that I think could be improved is the flavor. So you have umami notes like heck in here, such as the mushrooms, the truffle oil, the veggies and even the cream sauce was screaming earth notes. The only issue was there wasn't anything to balance the earth notes, I wish there was just a touch of either acid, or spice, or some other flavor additive to really bring the meal together. I appreciate that the meal wasn't very salty, and I hope they don't read this and just decide to drench it in salt, that's a lazy way to add flavor and will result in some people who are salt sensitive to not enjoy it. I just think there could be maybe a touch of flavor added to this dish to bring it from a 6/10 to a 10/10. Overall I would come here and eat this again, but next time I'll probably ask for a side of their spicy dip sauce or some other sauce they use on their tots or another meal, so I can add more flavor. read more

Stray Dog - LGBT friendly business - New American Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

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Cheese curds are fantastic here, we just got plain but they have a few options. I love how many options there are and this restaurant is SUPER vegetarian friendly. I don't usually order hotdogs at restaurants because it feels illegal but I definitely recommend it. I got the fennel tots were great also, I'll probably try a different flavor next time though. The decor inside is super cute and our server was very nice. Definitely recommend! read more

Stray Dog - Chicago - New American Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

This place was awesome! 2 different Glutenberg beers (Blonde and IPA). They have a dedicated GF fryer. GF buns( burger and dog) and bread! Great burger and fries! Bonus if you love puppers...pics everywhere. Staff was super friendly, helpful and cool! read more

Food was average. Hard to park. Hoped for more as a veg but it was uninspiring. I had really looked forward to trying but once was enough.

First time here and it was packed on a Saturday night, but we were able to secure a booth that staff cleared right away for us. The great service continued with our server -- Austin! I ordered the Junk Burger (w no tomato) and truffle curds (+5) and it was great! The server forgot about the no tomato request but comped the truffle curds up charge bc of it. To drink, I got the French 75. It's served with purple gin and I highly recommend. I did, however, request a side of ice to add to it. I just think it's a drink better chilled. I ordered the sin roll to go - haven't tried it yet but I double-checked the order before I left and the caramel nut sauce was conveniently packed separately in a cup. Things to note: - they have a robust vegan/vegetarian menu - street parking available - booth, table, and bar seating available - wine, beer, and cocktails read more

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First time stopping at Stray Dog. Really like the ambiance and decor around the joint. We were seated immediately on a Friday night and were pleased to see an expansive menu including a happy hour menu. Unfortunately the service was quite slow, and the food lacked a lot of flavor. Had high expectations for the chicken and waffles, the chicken was hot, fresh and breaded to perfection. However the waffle tasted like I slammed a malty beer, yuck! Ate the chicken , dumped the waffle. Decided to try their signature Manhattan cocktail however that was also a major fail. I'd consider giving this place another shot based on the presentation and service, but would definitely try a burger or something easier to not mess up. read more

Stray Dog - Chicken and Waffle - New American Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

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My excitement about the menu may have gotten the best of me. The menu itself deserves 5 stars. It had SO many cool vegetarian and vegan options that you don't see at a lot of other places-- like a vegetarian cobb salad-- how cool is that!?! I ended up going with the vegetarian mushroom swiss. This was more of a 3-star item for me. The brioche had good flavor, but was a bit tough. The overall flavor was just a bit bland. Tots were good though! Overall, I'm going with 4 stars on this one because I'm an optimist and can see myself going back and trying something different (and it being good!) read more

Cool hangout with some good food. I have a cousin who raves about the food here so I had to try it out. I had the Stuffed Pretzel burger and it was great. I love a pretzel bun, and this one was stuffed with gooey cheese, it was really cool. This is very much an urban pub with a cool aesthetic that celebrates this Northeast neighborhood. Quite loud when I came in on a Saturday evening. Their menu is quite large, and ostensibly half of it is vegetarian. I think they're quite proud of all their vegetarian options, but they also have considerable variety on the carnivore side of the menu. I got tots with mine, with a unique Asian seasoning. It's worth noting that there is a $4 surcharge for sides. I'll come here again for sure; there are a number of items I want to try, but also maybe I want that Stuffed Pretzel burger again. read more

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Walked in and place was super cute and loved all the posters and prints! Very colorful and lots of dog and cat themed things. Ordered the BLT and brussels sprouts as a side. A little side that any side cost extra. The brussel sprouts were amazing!! BLT was tasty as well but a little to much lettuce. Our waiter didn't come to check up on us while we were eating which makes me upset. Overall great food and lots of vegan/vegetarian options. Would come again. read more

Stray Dog - BLT Sandwich and Caramelized Brussels Sprouts - New American Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

Cute bar. I like that there's dog pictures everywhere! Definitely plays to the name. Walked past it from coming from the shoe store down the road. I'd rate the food a solid 7/10 but it's a bar. You're coming to have a good time. Service is really good too. Our waitress kept checking on us and felt friendly! Double points for having a vegan menu as well that's essentially their main dishes in a vegan/vegetarian way. Pretty cool! I got the bourbon burger which is AHHMAZING. the right amount of sweet to salty. I also got the Brussels sprouts which were just okay. The rooster wings with peanut sauce was also just okay. I enjoyed but not super memorable to me. Might be a personal taste! Go ahead and still try. My favorite thing I ate was the stray dog pretzel! It was phenom! read more

We came in on a whim Saturday night, and this place is so cute, love the artwork, whole vibe and the staff was really nice! I got the togarashi burger and my boyfriend got the chicken and waffles - the food was great and the beer selection was massive! Unfortunately, for the first time in my 30yrs I had an allergic reaction to food, never had this before, my hands and mouth were red, hot and swollen and I was itching all over - THIS WAS NOT THE RESTAURANTS FAULT - I don't know what caused it, since the ingredients were nothing out of the usual for myself, but noting it in case it happens to others. The staff, was sooo kind and helpful after I asked them about the ingredients and they noticed the reaction I was having. I still recommend this place, and will be back but will try something else as my boyfriend also enjoyed his meal! Plenty of vegan options as well, street parking fyi. read more

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TLDR: extensive vegan menu and fun vibe Stray Dog is great for groups with various dietary needs. The chicken and waffle was my favorite vegan item on the menu and my dad was able to get something with a meat option. I don't live in this state but will definitely come the next time I visit! Street parking only read more

Stray Dog - Vegan Chicken & Waffle - New American Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

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I walked into Stray Dog for dinner this week after not having been there for awhile. I got to try their Rooster Wings, Stray Dog Pretzels, Caramelized Brussel Sprouts, and the Mushroom and Swiss Burger. The burger was cooked well and the toppings were great! The burger came with fries that were very crispy, which is what I really like. The cheese sauce that came with the pretzels, the rooster wings and Caramelized Brussel Sprout were all incredible! I would come back just for these! The restaurant has an old school bar feel and a nice patio. Our server did a really good job of getting us our food and drinks, and I didn't see many other servers. We went on a Tuesday and our food came out really fast! read more

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I've now done both take out and dining in. My takeout order was a Chicago Dog and it was fine, but when I picked it up I saw someone's order of onion rings go by. They looked superb, and I made a note to get those next time. The day finally came last Friday and they tasted as good as they looked, very crisp. My sandwich and lemonade were tasty as well. Sorry I did not take photos, I was with friends and we got very busy chatting. Service was both prompt and patient as we were talking too much to make up our minds quickly. That was further complicated by too many good choices including a truly impressive vegetarian section on the menu. I am more of a cat person, but the unique dog art on the brick walls gives the place a friendly hip vibe. read more

If you live in Minneapolis, you won't have to stray far for this one... If it's far, and even if the drive is ruff, you've got a real treat waiting for you that will certainly do the trick :) Okay, enough panting... I mean ranting ;) Check out these bites: Tater Tot Hot Dish -- with fried tots, mushroom béchamel, parmesan, braised brisket, au jus, truffle oil, and caramelized Brussels sprouts Junk Burger -- with applewood bacon, garlic aioli, lettuce, tomato, mushrooms, red onion, tomato, fried egg, and cheese From Stray Dog Restaurant and Bar on Hennepin downtown My pick was the hot dish it was a true midwestern beauty fused with modern fine dining. Though the truffles might ruffle some old-fashioned Minnesota feathers, I had no issue with the edit which actually elevated the dish. I could tell ya about the béchamel all day, but I think it's best to simply say this one was fantastic! Just know you will need a nap after My foodie friend dropped the best of beef praise to this patty -- "This might be the best burger I have ever had." Egg, bacon, cheese, garlic aioli... I didn't doubt him You won't be barking up the wrong tree at this place -- Sometime soon, press paws on the busyness of life and head over to Stray Dog, where your taste buds will be un-leashed :) read more

Stray Dog - Tater Tot Hot Dish - New American Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

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