Vinai
$$$ • Caterers, New American, Wine Bars
Hours:
1300 NE 2nd St, Minneapolis
(612) 749-6051
About Vinai
Customers' Favorites
Vinai Reviews
-Vinai MN-
My friend and I wanted to try Chef Yia's restaurant due to being homesick and wanting hmong food. We were met with such great service and sat where we could see the work area. Chef Yia was so kind and started us off with a complimentary appetizer, rice Curry balls. We ordered and the food came so fast.
As soon as I took a bite, my eyes started to get teary because it tasted like food from home. I started fanning myself to not cry which Chef Yia saw and...read full review
If you’re ever in need of delicious place to eat, I highly recommend Vinai MN. Rory & I finally got a weekend to go on a date and headed over to NE MPLS and attempted to walk-in at Vinai when it opened. We thankfully got in and served right away. The food, drinks, ambience, service was all ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️. We look forward to going back and trying out the other drinks and food! So proud of Chef Yia and all that he’s done to showcase Hmong food and culture!...read full review
Great food! Great experience!
Ratings
Menu
Hours
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 5 - 10PM |
| Wednesday | 5 - 10PM |
| Thursday | 5 - 10PM |
| Friday | 5 - 11PM |
| Saturday | 5 - 11PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
Vinai is a renowned restaurant that has consistently impressed its customers with its exceptional food. The menu features a variety of tantalizing dishes, including the tender braised beef rib, perfectly cooked New York strip steak, and flavorful roasted eggplant. Highlights for diners include the curry rice ball with its delicious essence of crab and cream cheese, and the deviled eggs with a unique sambal flavor.
The restaurant's crabby fried rice has been a standout, offering a delightful mix of flavors in every bite. Recent reviews have also praised the shrimp and pork toast, crab fried rice, and the green beans, all of which were described as incredible. The Mango Madness drink and the chocolate lava cake continue to receive acclaim for their layers of flavors that delight the taste buds.
The staff at Vinai take great pride in their work, creating a welcoming atmosphere for guests. Customers have noted the exceptional service from the hostess to the bartender. The restaurant has become a pillar of the hospitality industry in Minnesota, earning a spot on the New York Times' Top 50 list.
Overall, Vinai is a highly recommended dining destination, offering a delightful experience with high-quality food, a great ambience, and outstanding service.