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    4.1 (249 reviews)
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    Sef E.

    such an awesome spot in the heart of northeast! Absolutely loved all of the artwork inside, it was so fun. Lots of seating and bar space. Due to the location, they offer several Kramurcyks products which was a great addition to their menu. We had a sandwich and a burger and they were both delicious. Service was nice and attentive. They also had plenty of beer options to choose from, including options from other local breweries. Paid street parking only at this location. Super close to a bunch of other fun bars and restaurants as well!

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    Melissa M.

    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.

    Michael B.

    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!

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    Erika S.

    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.

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    Cameryn J.

    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

    Chelsea S.

    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

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    Markeda D.

    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.

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    Greg W.

    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.

    Christofili C.

    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

    Inferno pizza - really good with the jalapeños
    Kevin E.

    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!

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    Ashley B.

    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.

    Arhonda C.

    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.

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    Food was great! A little too much Garlic Aioli, but still very good. The bartender was very nice and friendly. I would highly recommend!

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    I'm gonna give this place a 9/10. Very unique fry seasonings. Good toppings on the burgers but the meat isn't anything special

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    Food was ok. Was served a burger with a moldy bun - was replaced without being compensated. Vibe was cool though.

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    Good selection the the BEST beer - Surly. Delicious hot pretzels. Good and diverse menu.

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    Cute place and delicious food! Can't wait to bring my pup next time and sit on the patio. Fun!

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    Best Nachos, extremely friendly staff and location was easy to get to. Delivery order was the same.

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    Great atmosphere and good people. Love the dogs all over the walls. Easy to get too as well

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    Natalie was incredible!!!! She really took care of my family and I cannot wait to come back here again! 5 stars

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    The Parlour burger used to be thicker double patties but have gotten way thinner over time. Each…read morebeef patty is much thinner now than it used to be so the outter edge crisp is somewhat all throughout the patty being that thin. This makes the burger really chewy and you really can't taste the beef anymore like you used to when it was thicker. I would take this as it's not as good as it used to be. It is not as good as the original hype from the beginning. In conclusion, I do not think it's worth the $19. I rather get a cheesesteak for $16 at Tono's which comes with fresh not burnt fries rather than come back here and get a burger here. It's highly unlikely I will be back here. I honestly feel like the burgers have gone way WAY downhill. The fries here have gotten terrible so I stopped getting the fries a long time ago. They are not soft crisp like they used to be. They are too golden brown color, almost like burnt hard fries. I never like to eat down here. I normally would order the Parlour burger upstairs. The basement part which is Parlour has a weird smell like a locker room smell so that's why I don't like to eat down here.

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    Visited the Cafe and got the Up South sandwich (again). It's definitely an eat with knife and fork…read moresandwich. Trying to hold on and bite in, everything slips out, and you don't want to risk your clothes getting dirty. The smashed potatoes seemed a bit over done this time. So much, I'm turned off from giving another try. The tables are so close together. If you're a baby who's got back, you're in for a tight squeeze, especially trying to sit in the booth.

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    We enjoyed a girls night here! The food was absolutely delicious and our service was great! We…read moreordered 6 pasta and 1 vegetable to share between the four of us. That was the perfect amount of food! If you go when this summer menus is still here, you need to try both pastas that have corn in them!! My favorite was either the Spicy Rigatoni alla Vodka or Parmesan & Corn Agnolotti.

    We came into Dario to celebrate a birthday, and boy am I glad we did. This restaurant ticks all the…read moreboxes. Dario is an absolutely beautiful restaurant. I love the pink and green, and the place settings are gorgeous. Bonus: the team is super fast with clearing and bringing replacements so you always have a clean plate. Add in huge windows that brings in tons of light, and you have one of the most photogenic eateries in town. Dario's beverage menu is wonderful, and I especially want to draw attention to their extensive selection of non-alcoholic options. In addition to house-made sodas and creative cocktails, they have a wonderful list of dealcoholized wines--awesome news for anyone who is looking for a zero proof drink. As for the food, Dario knocks it out of the park with a menu that offers options for all tastes. The menu is designed to share, and the variety ensures that there will be something for everyone. The first two dishes that ai sampled were the Gem Lettuces, which our server described as "a Caesar salad on steroids" and the Morel Mushrooms. The Gem Lettuces were delicious--the zippy vinaigrette was better than any Caesar I have had before, the cheese was a fluffy, savory, and salty delight, and the puffed farro was a pleasing alternative to the usual croutons. Bonus: it's fish-free! I'd say that it's less a Caesar salad on steroids and more what happens when the Caesar salad next door goes off to college and has a glow-up. The morels were served on polenta and complemented with Madeira and tarragon. They came with a confit egg yolk. The presentation was strikingly beautiful, and the flavors pure and harmonious. The morels were cooked perfectly and went beautifully with the wine and tarragon--it was a great dish for spring, and everyone enjoyed the layers of texture and flavor. For our pasta choices, we had the English Pea Triangoli that Lu recommended (thanks Lu!) and the doppio. It's easy to see why Dario is known for its pasta--these dishes were amazing. The English Pea Triangoli was otherworldly: sweet peas, snap peas, onions, mint, and pea sprouts come together with butter to make a nostalgic little bite of heaven. It tastes like spring. Sicilian pistachios add crunch and another layer of sweet and salt, and the lightly steamed vegetables and fresh pea shoots and mint also added layers of texture and freshness. Positively superlative. The Doppio was also gorgeous: one side is filled with ricotta and the other sunchoke. Honey adds sweetness and the hazelnuts toastiness reminiscent of browned butter. The rosemary complemented it all. For my dessert, I had the Earl Gray tea cake. It had a very pleasing crumb and subtle sweetness, and the lemon whipped cream was the perfect accompaniment. The sprinkle of toffee cookie added a lovely caramelized crunch, and the bright acidity of the rhubarb was preserved, making for a juicy and refreshing burst of flavor in every bite. Splendid! Thanks to Dario for a wonderful evening!

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    Dario - Inside, so cute

    Inside, so cute

    Dario - Goat cheese salad

    Goat cheese salad

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    Stray Dog - newamerican - Updated September 2026

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