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Barbette
Category:
Restaurants
1600 W Lake St
Minneapolis,
Minnesota 55408
(612) 827-5710
Barbette is a nice choice for locals who support organic and local farmers, as the restaurant uses...
More 12 months ago
Barbette is a nice choice for locals who support organic and local farmers, as the restaurant uses such ingredients whenever possible. In addition...
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El Meson
Category:
Spanish Restaurants
3450 Lyndale Ave S
Minneapolis,
Minnesota 55408
(612) 822-8062
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Fugaise
Category:
Restaurants
308 E Hennepin Ave
Minneapolis,
Minnesota 55414
I have been "following" Fugaise since it first opened, reading all of the reviews and...
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I have been "following" Fugaise since it first opened, reading all of the reviews and knowing that I needed to visit. Why did I wait so long? I visited Fugaise for dinner last week, and had more than just great food and great service - I had an experience. I have to start with the food. Every bite was exquisite. Everyone at our table started with a spring pea risotto that was beautiful and delicious, with a strong, nutty, parmesan taste. We had three different appetizers and all were good, but the scallops were exceptional. Perfectly done. We had two different entrees (2 of us had the Halibut dish) and all three plates went away totally clean - the Halibut was perfect and the Pork Tenderloin the most flavorful I have ever tasted. Finally, we had a wonderful Chocolate Truffle dessert. We shared, but I got most of it. Lucky me! The service was friendly and present, but not overbearing, and the chef even came out to check on us and our meals. As I mentioned above, I had read a great deal about Fugaise, so I was prepared for a window-less space. What I was not prepared for was how this space made me feel like I left the world behind and entered a perfect little respite of a space where I felt totally welcome and at-home. Fugaise is a lovely place, with lovely service, and some of the best food in the Twin Cities. Don't hesitate to go. And don't wait as long as I did. I will be back!!
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Loring Pasta Bar
Category:
Local Favorite
327 14th Ave SE
Minneapolis,
Minnesota 55414
Let's face it...the staff don't have a problem; you probably do. You come in from the 'burbs in...
More 1 year ago
Let's face it...the staff don't have a problem; you probably do. You come in from the 'burbs in your Hummer and expect some type of Oceanaire experience. The Pasta Bar isn't that place. I've never had a bad experience there. Of course, I tip well. Do you? The Loring is what it is. The bar is comfortable, the people watching great, the bread spectacular, and the staff is wise. These reviews seem to not tell the whole story - I would guess the "food send-backs" were largely questionable and maybe your rudeness offended the server from the get go. You don't dictate the terms at a place like the Pasta Bar; you should be on your best behavior and hope for the best. They don't really need your business as much as you need them. These kinds of establishments do not exist alongside the Barnes and Noble nor the Gander Mountain back home. My only complaint is the Salsa Weekend. Not a big fan.
Pros: Everything but Salsa Dancing
Cons: Salsa Dancing
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I don't eat at the restaurant. It's just too loud in there for me. It's over crowded most of the...
More 2 years ago
I don't eat at the restaurant. It's just too loud in there for me. It's over crowded most of the time too. I love take out though. I can get my faves: Veggie Fried Rice, Chicken w/Black Bean Sauce, Coconut Curry w/ tofu, Chang's Ribs or Tofu Lettuce Wraps (depending on how much meat I want to consume) and the deep fried Green Beans. So, I get 5 different foods in good sized portions, and the food will last 3 days Lunch and Dinner....just me. All for about $45.00. I consider that a good deal for restaurant food that I can eat for that many days in such variety. Of course, I don't do this every week, but I do once a month or so. Love it.
Pros: Variety of food and cost
Cons: Don't care for the dining atmosphere or noise level in restaurant
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We had never dined at Figlio before and were genuinely impressed. The host(s) were extremely...
More 11 months ago
We had never dined at Figlio before and were genuinely impressed. The host(s) were extremely friendly. We were even 20 minutes late due to traffic, but they still got us right to a table. Our waitress, Brittany, was very helpful in explaining the menu, etc. She checked back frequently to see if we needed anything. We even asked to be moved to another table, and she was very accommodating. Had the fried homemade ravioli as an appetizer, which was delicious! For an appetizer, I would say the portion was small. There were 5 ravioli, which was perfect for 2 people, but may not have been enough for a larger group. I ordered the Figlio Chicken Club, which had very good flavor and very filling. The "fries" that come with it were excellent. The Tagliatelle was also a great choice! Overall, a wonderful Valentine's Day dining experience! Thanks, Figlio, and keep up the good work!
Pros: Great food, great service, trendy venue, fun atmosphere
Cons: None!
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The Capital Grille
Category:
Romantic Dining
801 Hennepin Ave (La Salle Plaza)
Minneapolis,
Minnesota 55402
(612) 284-3862
I had the filet oscar adn loster mac n cheese and I thought I died adn gone to heaven it was that...
More 3 months ago
I had the filet oscar adn loster mac n cheese and I thought I died adn gone to heaven it was that good!!!!!!
Next you're there, order the lobster mac n cheese for one of your sides. You will be pleased!
Pros: EVERYTHING
Cons: PRICEY-BUT WORTH IT
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Barbette
Category:
Local Favorite
1600 West Lake Street
Minneapolis,
Minnesota 55408
Perfectly cooked french style omelet with no browning. French fries without fault. Sauces made...
More 1 year ago
Perfectly cooked french style omelet with no browning. French fries without fault. Sauces made from homemade stock. Awesome hanger steak. Fantastic mussels. Cool atmosphere. Great beers and wine. What's not to love about this secrcet spot for people love good bistro fare?
Pros: Totally cool spot with great bistro fare.
Cons: None
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Trocaderoes
Category:
Bars, Pubs & Clubs
107 Third Ave N
Minneapolis,
Minnesota 55401
Listing of 350+ closed Twin Cities establishments since anti free-market smoking bans were enacted...
More 5 months ago
Listing of 350+ closed Twin Cities establishments since anti free-market smoking bans were enacted here.
www(dot)cleanairquality.blogspot(dot)com/2007/01/100-bars-and-restaurants-put-out-of.html
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5-8 Club
Category:
Restaurants
5800 Cedar Ave S
Minneapolis,
Minnesota 55417
(612) 823-5858
Compairing this place against fast food is appropriate since their signature dish is a cheese...
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Compairing this place against fast food is appropriate since their signature dish is a cheese filled burger. If you get a typical meal here of a burger, fries and drink it really isn't more than $1 or so more than Burger King. But it is oh-so-much better. However, you do have other costs involved.
I have never gotten out of this place in less than 2 hours. It seems they are chronically short on help and overwhelmed. This does not distract from the food. Just be forewarned to have adequate time to eat.
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