Reviews
Aurelio's
- A small shop in roseville. With decent deep dish pizza. Portions are huge. There pizza's are
big enough to feed plenty of people. I know we weren't able to finish ours. Service was
extremely slow though. It was a very tiny place, so it feels a bit over crowded.
(I give this a C+)
Be-Bop Sports Bar & Grill
- Another sports bar with a few softball fields. Is basically what this place is. They have a nice
little set up, but with softball season and there co partner in crime, The venue, this place just
generates money somehow. My burger was pretty average, so i can only stamp it with a so
so taste.
(I give this a C-)
Benihana's
- The cooks always put on a great show and its entertaining to watch. I
was really full after eating all my food, you get a lot of food. It was good food and qood
quanity also. Never had a bad experience yet.
(I give this a B-)
Biaggi's
- Feels like your traditional italian restaurant. Wine list is nice. I have never ordered anything
there I didn't like. Nice little location in Maple Grove.
(I give this a B-)
Blue fox
- Food is average, not bad for a sports bar. Location is kinda nice off of 694 in roseville.
(I give this a C)
Bonanza Steakhouse
I expected a nice expensive steak place, Well I got a very cheap fast food/old country
buffet/Perkins type of environment. The steak was horrible. This is one of those places you
want to say is below OCB.
(I give this a F)
Brits Pub
- I have never really been amazed by their entrees. I do like their appetizers(deviled eggs).
Of course lawn bowling is the fun thing to do there.
( I give this a C)
Cafe Latte
- Decent selection of food. This place is a great destination for all of you drunks who are
stumbling from Billy s or the Wild Onion. Its open late at night and like a little cafeteria. It fits
perfectly into the grand ave scheme. I had the nacho pizza. It was great!
(I give this a B-)
Cafe Lurcat
- This place was really big. I thought I was walking into the dining area, but it was just the bar.
Bathrooms are a bit small. I almost slammed into someone walking in. Food was delicious. I was
impressed. Wait staff was professional and decor was excellent.
(I give this an A)
Cave Vin
- This place is on Xerxes. Its a bit hidden. Its a small cozy place. They have only one bathroom for
the whole establishment. Half price bottle of wine. Food was good, but not great.
(I give this a C+)
California Pizza Kitchen
- I really thought this place was gonna suck, but there pizza was excellent. There noodles
were also great. Nice place to go to when the other 2 main restaraunts in Southdale are
having 2 hours waits. There was only a 30 minute wait for this place.
(I give this a C)
Capitol Grille
- I love the atmosphere here. The food was excellent and I couldn't help how friendly our
server was. Everything was great. I couldn't find anything to bitch about.
(I give this a B+)
Cheese Cake Factory
- Theres always a long line if you go during the busy hours. I went once and it was a 2 hour
wait. It was one of the best tasting food I have ever tasted. I only got a shrimp and bacon
sandwich but it tasted just perfect. I like places with the darker look, so I always give it points
for that. The only negative was the waiter really pressured me to get cheesecake and it
made me a little upset.
(I give this a B)
Cherokee Sirloin room
- I paid $25.95 for all you can eat snow crab. It was a nice friendly place over in west St Paul.
Everyone else had steaks, but it was pretty good. Parking was kinda crappy, but there are
some nice streets to park on. This place was worth the price.
(I give this a C+)
Chino Latino
- Everyone knows this place in uptown. The sequence, how can you miss it. Most uptowners
love it there. Food is different, mix of asian and mex, per the name. I have never had a bad
experience when I am here. Menu is hard to read sometimes, but prices are somewhat fair
for the food.
(I give this a B-)
Ciao Bella
- Food is pretty good here. I think its more expensive then it should be for its flavor of food.
For a decent spot in Bloomington I expected more from this place. The wait staff is friendly
and professional. It does have a nice cozy atmosphere for a nice romantic date.
(I give this a B-)
Claddagh Irish Pub
- This was a nice fancy little Irish place. I had fish and chips but it was some of the best
battered fish I have ever had. Claddagh, Worn on the right hand, with crown and heart facing
out, the ring tells that the wearer's heart is yet to be won. Ok I learned that from someone but
hey thats what it means. This place is cool place if your in Maple Grove.
(I give this a C+)
Cleveland Wok
- A very tiny place on cleveland towards Ford Parkway. Food is just average. I used to like
this place. Since there wasn't much else to choose from. There buffets sucks even more
then anything.
(I give this a D+)
Cosetta's
- Italian dining at a cheap rate. This is a must for anyone who hasn't eaten there. I love the
pastas and the pizza. There is even an italian store inside. I always get food here when I
drive by.
(I give this a C+)
Dan Kelly's Bar and Grill
- Food here has never tasted good to me. The quesadillas I got were pretty big. Food here
has just been average for me since the days I used to work downtown. Bathroom is in some
weird hall way. Not impressed.
(I give this a C-)
Dolittles
- Its basically a Dennys with an aviation feel to it and a bar. It was quiet when I ate there.
Food was quiet ho hum. Nothing to special to say about this place. Its off of highway 10. But I
don’t expect this place to last long.
(I give this a D-)
El Mariachi
- Located on Nicollet. Probably one of the better authentic mexican restaurants I have tried.
The menu was pretty extensive and inexpensive. Decent size place for where its located.
Their seafood was pretty good. I would come back if I was craving mexican.
(I give this a C+)
Fogo De Chao
- Lots of food. Long wait on busy nights. Very fast wait staff. Lots of food. Its expensive at
$46 bucks plus 12 percent downtown tax. Worth the money. Go light on the salad bar. go
heavy on the meat.
(I give this a B)
Good Earth
- I didn't really like this place as much. The food was not really too flavorful to me. The whole
idea of this makes me sick. This is just a bad gimmick overall.
(I give this place a D+)
Grand cafe
- I really didn't expect much out of this place. Its more of a coffee shop. There was a guy playing
his guitar in there. The food was excellent. I was surprised how good it was. The atmosphere was
simple and unique.
(I give this a B)
Grand City Buffet
- Very clean for a buffet. Food is alright. Some how made yahoos front page. They do have
wide varieties of seafood.
(I give this a C+)
Hoa Bien Vietnamese restaurant
- Probably the cleanest place to eat for Vietnamese places. Food is just blah. Nothing over
the top. Pho is very average.
(I give this a C-)
House of Wongs
- Very very inexpensive food. There is a mix of different types of foods here. Asian, italian
american. They got it all. Plus the food portions are very generous. Lots of different things to
choose from. Only knock against it is. The food is very sub par in quality.
(I give this a C-)
Johnny Rockets
- Its small, but it gives you that nice 50's or 60's feel. Not sure which one it is. I was a bit
disappointed in my food. Maybe my taste buds have gotten better since I ate here when I
was younger. There is just better burgers now and fries. I like watching everyone run around
behind the counter.
(I give this a D+)
Keegans
- This was a nice little pub in the old NE Minneapolis area. The waitress was a little snot, but
the food was nice portions, but it sure had a European feel to it. It was an ok lunch spot.
Looks like they have a lot of kilt parties at night. I've had better food. The meatloaf was pretty
dry and everyone didn't seem to impressed.
(I give this a C+)
La Chaya Bistro
- Located in South Minneapolis on Nicollet. I thought this place had a limited menu. Its nice and
small and cozy. Price was a bit expensive. Smaller portion meals, but they seem to do the job. Neat
presentation.
(I give this a C+)
Lindys Prime steak house
- I was really disappointed with the food. You get iceberg lettuce, with one tomato. You get
only thousand island dressing. Garlic bread is basically hotdog buns cut up and filled with
butter. The sirloin was over priced. The sauce tries to give it some flavor. Overall I can think
of a dozen other places to go to.
(I give this a D+)
Longfellow grill
- Place had a great atmosphere. Thee food was pretty good. I liked some of the things on the menu. I
wasn't too impressed with the flavor of the food. It was good, but not out of sight good.
(I give this a C+)
Maggianos
- Its your typical Olive garden, with a little Buccas mixed into it. I had some type of pasta with
chicken and it was excellent. I loved the atmosphere. The bread was really good. The menu
selection was a little on the small side. They did have an excellent wine menu though. There
are better Italian places out there, but this place aint bad.
(I give this a B-)
Mai village
- Been here a few times now for normal menu items and brunch or Dim sum. Dim sum is just
average. Nothing spectacular. Regular menu is just blah. Not too impressed with food. Looks
nice inside with a walk over bridge.
(I give this a C)
Mandarin Kitchen
- Food has lost a step or two. I remember this place being a good place to eat. My past few
visits have been disappointing. This place has become one of those has been places to go.
(I give this a C-)
Manhattens
- A new bar and restaurant in downtown Minneapolis on Hennepin. Very small, but has a NY
feel too it. Food is pretty good. Nothing too out of sight.
(I give this a B-)
MASA
- A fancier Mexican restaurant. Located in downtown Minneapolis on Nicollet ave. Bit pricey
compared to most Mexican cuisine every one is used too. Nothing too fancy or special.
Looks very nice inside.
(I give this a C)
Matthews
- This place is located in Circle Pines area. Its a small mom and pop shop. Food is pretty
good. Its that whole mom made it feel. I like it and will come back.
(I give this a C)
Mermaid
- They have specials for every day of the week. Wednesdays is my favorite days, I got my
favorite drink special, anything with Bacardi half off. Their chicken wings were kinda gross.
With bowling and a little club downstairs, it has it all. The waitress is always friendly, well
maybe its cause I know Heather. So I better give this place a decent score.
(I give this a D+)
Mortons
- A nice place to have a expensive hot date. Food was good. Make sure to dress up for this
one. Very quiet and elegant inside. Food was good. Steak was a bit char-ed on top. Thats
how there steaks are though. Very expensive ala cart. Its always nice, when they show you
the food before its cooked.
(I give this a A-)
Nelson Cheese and Deli
-The sandwiches are great. They are big and flavorful. Their pastas are just average, but it
gives you a chance to mix it up. Reasonable prices.
(I give this a C+)
Ngons Vietnamese Bistro
- Has that nice bistro flavor with a Vietnamese presence. Feels like I am in uptown when I
walk in. Food is good. Waitress was friendly. Looks super clean for being on university ave.
Biggest bowl of Pho I haver ever scene.
(I give this a B-)
Oceanaire
- Probably one of the best restaurants I have ever ate at. The food was fresh, the
atmosphere was world class and the wait staff and clean up crew was prompt. Everything
was perfect. A bit pricey, but thats what you get for quality service.
(I give this a A -)
Old Mexico
- I normally don't like Mexican food, but this place just isn't ever good. The only thing I do
here is enjoy 2 for 1 specials. Food has never been good here. The buffet happy hour wings
are decent though. It is hit or miss sometimes though when it comes to there buffet.
(I give this a D+)
Old Spaghetti Factory
- Inexpensive and decent size portions. Bread is nothing to rave about. Its still there though. I
like the classic look. One of my favorite places to go for a cheap dinner outing.
(I give this a B-)
Pad Thai
- Its right on Grand ave near snelling ave. I like the setting inside. Except when you stare at the
ceiling. You see how ugly it was. Maybe they should paint it black. The food was good. I wish the wait
staff wouldn't be so pushy on dessert. There are many good flavors of food though.
(I give this a C+)
PF Changs
- It was a dark setting with above average Chinese food. I would say its better then Big bowl
and Lee Ann chins. Not better then authentic places though. Just another typical
Americanized Chinese place.
(I give this a C-)
Pho 79
- Probably the best pho you can eat at a restaurant. Big portions, which they normally are. The broth
was perfect. I can taste if the broth is old or what not. Small place. There is a couple locations.
Quite satisfying. Would definitely come back.
(I give this a B-)
Pho Ca Dao
- This place has the best pho in this area. Well closest to homemade you can get. They only have
pho on their menu. Its a hole in the wall place, but they all are. A lot of meat and noodles.
Decent sizes to choose from. Pretty cheap.
(I give this a B-)
Pizza Luce
- Great pizza for a very cheap price. Is basically what this place has to offer. It has a decent
selection to choose from on there menu. All that really matters is the price and how it tastes.
It does well in both categories.
(I give this a C+)
Punch Pizza
- I love Neapolitan style pizza's. Its always been one of my favorite. The whole stone oven
thing just gets me all excited. So many different pizza selections.
(I give this C+)
Quang Deli
- Located on Nicollet ave. In the midst of asian and mexican markets. This place has great
Vietnamese sandwiches and other dishes. One of my favorite places to eat. Gets busy
around popular dining times.
(I give this a C+)
Red Ginger Asian Bistro
- Pretty good Vietnamese food. Their pho is not so good. They don't even give you hoison
sauce or hot sauce to mix in. A little on the greasy side.
(I give this place a B-)
Rossi's steak and Blue star
- I like the feel of this place. The food is pretty good. Could be better. The atmosphere is
different and a nice change up. The whole blues thing makes it a very nice experience.
(I give this a C+)
Saigon Restaurant and Bakery
- Food is pretty bad. This is the dirtiest place I have ever stepped into. I am sure they will fail
an inspection. They got good Vietnamese sandwiches though.
(I give this a C-)
Saji-Ya
- This place is located on Grand and is basically compared to Benihana's and Ichibans.
Although the cooks don't have all the classy moves as the big 2. This restaurants lacks the
same quality and entertainment. Cooks putting on a false show by banging there utensils,
instead of flipping them is disappointing.
(I give this a C)
Senor Wongs
- Kind of a copy of Chino Latinos. Smaller and is a bit of a watered down version. Its
cheaper, but the food is pretty good. Not bad for being in down town St. Paul.
(I give this a C+)
Shish Mediterranean Grill and Cafe
- This is not a romantic date place but it's very cozy and the food is excellent. I have been to
at least 3 middle eastern restaurants in the cities and this is by far the best I have ever
eaten. There was flavors exploding from my mouth. Its not the prettiest looking place. The
staff was friendly though. Made me want to comeback and feel welcomed. It was kinda like a
Dino's gyro's but better on all levels.
(I give this a B-)
Shuang Cheng
- This place is located near the U of M campus. I consider this the best chinese place to eat
in MN in my opinion, bar none. Their fried rice is simply world class. Its a little small place but
its the best taking authentic food I have tasted. They have a wide variety of food to select
from. Service is always friendly and fast. The only downfall is you have to go into another
building for the bathrooms.
(I give this a B)
Stella's Fish Cafe
- This place was pretty disappointing. I was not a fan of their food. I don't mind a place that
smells lie fish, but when it smells like old spoiled fish thats another thing. This is a pretty
popular drinking hang out. Food could have been better. There are other fish places to eat
at. Pay the bigger bucks for flavor.
(I give this place a C)
St Paul Bagelry
- Its a nice change up place for bagels, if your used to going to the bigger franchises around
here. The pizza bagel is my favorite, and the fresh salmon bagel is my other favorite. Its a
small shop, and its never busy.
(I give this place a C+)
Taco Morelos
- Located off Nicollet and 66th. This place was a nice little authentic mexican restaurant. I
thought the food was pretty good. Waitress spoke spanish. So atleast you know its for sure
authentic.
(I give this C)
Tanners
- If anyone is ever in the Andover area, this is a nice place to eat. Its kind of like Majors, but
maybe a bit nicer. Food is pretty good. Portions are decent sizes. I think this place lost a lot
of prestige over the years. A nice bar area for people waiting, but prices are slightly higher
then what it should be.
(I give this a C)
The Flame
- Located in Rosedale mall. This place has a nice different concept. Nice dark setting, food has been
pretty good both times I have been there. Portions could be bigger on some items. Price is just about
right.
(I give this a C)
The Local
- Great happy hour and beers. The atmosphere here is buzzing. They have selections from
braised lamb, beef tenderloin, roasted quail were the things that stuck out to me. They were
flavorful.
(I give this a B-)
The Loop
- This place has pretty good for. I like their pizza's. A bit spendy, but worth it. Plus it has that
nice feel with tv's all around. A little ritzy at night.
(I give this a B-)
The Newsroom
- I ordered some hummus. It was pretty good, but not the best. They have one of the best
selections of appetizers I have been too. This place has a unique and neat looking
appearance. Even the see through bathrooms are cool.
(I give this a B)
The Porterhouse steak and seafood
- I had my first fine dining experience by myself here. Well I was visiting Kristin, so I ate there.
There biggest steak was well worth there $30 price. One of the better garlic mash potatoes
I've ever had. There service was always excellent and very polite. This place is a good place
to take someone on a date. Its just too expensive though.
(I give this a B)
The Stadium Sports Bar
- This place is located in White bear lake. It has 2 baseball fields and a beach volleyball
court. The beers are always a decent price here. You will see a lot of former WBL alumni's.
Some cute girls do show up here. Must be the water or something. Fun place to hang around
though.
(I give this a C-)
The Wildfire
- The service was excellent, very polite service. They had nice seating
arrangements for simple tables to high booths. I been here a
couple times now and the drinks are about average for there
martini's. The steak, was the best steak I have ever ate.
(I give this a B)
The Tavern on Grand
- Like the decor of the inside. Its not that busy compared to the other places on grand. Nice and
cozy. Food was great, beer and wine was great. Everything was fine here.
(I give this a B-)
Trieu Chau Restaurant
- Pho was ok at best. Other types of food is very greasy. Tables close enough to eavesdrop
on everyone. Bathrooms are disgusting.
(I give this a C+)
Whiteys
- Old NE minneapolis. Small place, more of a pub. Food was average prtions, with the
wooden table old school look. Food does not have very much flavor. Just an average meal.
With not to much to desire afterwards.
(I give this a C)
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