Great cocktails and food in an awesome building. It made for a fun night downtown in a historic building.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 4
Isaitu Haidara
I ordered a sprite and it was in a small little glass cup which wasn’t enough at all. We also ordered food and waited for an hour before it came to us a good whole hour the food wasn’t even that good for it to be taking an hour then when we got the bill it was around $400+???? are you kidding me? And we wanted to do separate bills but we were told they couldn’t do that and there was no where that said we couldn’t do separate bills beforehand everything was just so complicated and the birthday girl was so stressed because of it you guys need to make the “we don’t do split bills” known or somewhere in bright bolded red also make it known that there is fries with the burgers and chicken sandwiches I spent nine more dollars for fries just for the fried chicken sandwich to have fries. prices are also absolutely insane.
Lala Bebe
This was one of the worst dining experiences I had very unprofessional. When we arrived the waitress seem to be extremely passive we spoke to a representative on the phone before reserving our spots but they were confused about our reservations and didn’t have us seated right away. We came here for a birthday dinner and we waited 2 hrs for our food. When it arrived none of us were hungry. They did not make things clear when it came to payments.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
QUEEN_FANTA 101
Started off waiting for the food for about 2 hours. The waitress was just passive aggressive and seemed she didn’t want to do her job. At last the food came after we lost our appetite, Food and drinks was not worth the wait and this restaurant just made my birthday dinner hell. My original plan was to have to dinner at blondette when I spoke on the phone with them they played along like the restaurant was open then they proceeded to tell me we are having the dinners at bar Rufus now cause blondette is closed???? So why didn’t you guys tell me before I booked or showed up if that was the case i would’ve booked somewhere else for my party.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Suzi McDonough
Skip the Eggs Benedict. It’s made with pancetta, and the saltiness overwhelms the hollandaise, which was bland and a little gloppy to begin with. I wouldn’t have left this mediocre google review, had one of the four staff members behind the bar (where I sat) asked, at any point, how my breakfast tasted. $36.72 including $5 tip, tax, and “wellness fee”for eggs Benedict, coffee in a paper cup, and water. Fortunately there are plenty of breakfast options downtown!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 2
Service: 3
Keng Low
Went there for breakfast. Unfortunately the bar was open during my stay but breakfast was served there. Typical grab and go stuff but the hot breakfast item they did have was amazing and really good value. I was stuffed after eating that breakfast
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 4
J Rocks
Great happy hour starting at 3 pm! Gorgeous interior in the historic Rand Tower!Delicious drinks, both nonalcoholic and (strong) alcoholic drinks. I had the Nymphea, yum! ?The oysters were good! Really good French fries too!! The beef tartar was ok, it’s worth trying.Overall this is a great place that more people should go to!
Parking: This is downtown Minneapolis, so there are pay parking ramps all around and pay street parking spots.
Kid-friendliness: I don’t know I’d bring my kids here, it’s more of an adult cocktail lounge.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Oysters on the Shell 19, Beef Tartare 15
aaron salzer
A great stop for a quality classic cocktail, not terrible pricing for a hotel bar. The mixologists are well trained, knowledgeable and friendly. We will definitely be back the next time we're in town.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
T Rodds
Beautiful, luxurious space with limited bar menu. Pricey and I wasn't crazy about their food menu, but you're paying for the ambiance, which is lovely.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 5
Jon H
Super strong coctails in a cozy hotel bar environment!
We went during Grandma’s, so this review is just based on that. The server was really great, but seemed over-stretched. They service was pretty quick at first, but then really slowed before we got our food, and it felt like almost triple the time to get the main course out. The food was ok, but again probably just busy, and understandably so. Would probably go back to try another time, if we make it back up before Grandma’s race.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Hunter Keeran
Jeremiah was the MAN, we were trying to find somewhere to kill time while our wife's were at a concert. This was one of the only places open, and it was well worth it. We made friends with our bartender Jeremiah, and it was a great time. I would make sure to check out the gorgeous atmosphere and great service.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Sarah Kendrick
Not a great spot for groups but looked nice for a date or double date.I got the blondette burger and it was the most raw/pink burger I’ve had in my life. I told the server I was pregnant too (NOT supposed to eat undercooked/raw meat) and wish I had asked for it to be taken back and cooked. Classy establishment otherwise. The mussels and French fries were a hit across the board.
Alex Staherski
Had such a great time here, I ended up coming for a second night in a row so I could bring my coworker. Drinks are outstanding, particularly the really impressive Martini presentation, some of the best oysters I've ever had, and Jordan is a super fun bartender who makes you feel welcomed and engaged, and who has great recommendations for whatever else you're looking for in the area.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
E8772IXcindys
We arrived early for check in and while waiting, I chatted it up with Gabi V at the front desk. She was full or great suggestions on things to do and see here in Minneapolis. She was so sweet and helpful, I felt like I had met her through a friend! Location was perfect to walk to so many things. Our room was gorgeous. The bed was super comfy and I’d love to smuggle a pillow home with me. For sure I’d stay here again and recommend to my friends.
Great cocktails and food in an awesome building. It made for a fun night downtown in a historic building.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 4
I ordered a sprite and it was in a small little glass cup which wasn’t enough at all. We also ordered food and waited for an hour before it came to us a good whole hour the food wasn’t even that good for it to be taking an hour then when we got the bill it was around $400+???? are you kidding me? And we wanted to do separate bills but we were told they couldn’t do that and there was no where that said we couldn’t do separate bills beforehand everything was just so complicated and the birthday girl was so stressed because of it you guys need to make the “we don’t do split bills” known or somewhere in bright bolded red also make it known that there is fries with the burgers and chicken sandwiches I spent nine more dollars for fries just for the fried chicken sandwich to have fries. prices are also absolutely insane.
This was one of the worst dining experiences I had very unprofessional. When we arrived the waitress seem to be extremely passive we spoke to a representative on the phone before reserving our spots but they were confused about our reservations and didn’t have us seated right away. We came here for a birthday dinner and we waited 2 hrs for our food. When it arrived none of us were hungry. They did not make things clear when it came to payments.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Started off waiting for the food for about 2 hours. The waitress was just passive aggressive and seemed she didn’t want to do her job. At last the food came after we lost our appetite, Food and drinks was not worth the wait and this restaurant just made my birthday dinner hell. My original plan was to have to dinner at blondette when I spoke on the phone with them they played along like the restaurant was open then they proceeded to tell me we are having the dinners at bar Rufus now cause blondette is closed???? So why didn’t you guys tell me before I booked or showed up if that was the case i would’ve booked somewhere else for my party.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Skip the Eggs Benedict. It’s made with pancetta, and the saltiness overwhelms the hollandaise, which was bland and a little gloppy to begin with. I wouldn’t have left this mediocre google review, had one of the four staff members behind the bar (where I sat) asked, at any point, how my breakfast tasted. $36.72 including $5 tip, tax, and “wellness fee”for eggs Benedict, coffee in a paper cup, and water. Fortunately there are plenty of breakfast options downtown!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 2
Service: 3
Went there for breakfast. Unfortunately the bar was open during my stay but breakfast was served there. Typical grab and go stuff but the hot breakfast item they did have was amazing and really good value. I was stuffed after eating that breakfast
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 4
Great happy hour starting at 3 pm! Gorgeous interior in the historic Rand Tower!Delicious drinks, both nonalcoholic and (strong) alcoholic drinks. I had the Nymphea, yum! ?The oysters were good! Really good French fries too!! The beef tartar was ok, it’s worth trying.Overall this is a great place that more people should go to!
Parking: This is downtown Minneapolis, so there are pay parking ramps all around and pay street parking spots.
Kid-friendliness: I don’t know I’d bring my kids here, it’s more of an adult cocktail lounge.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Oysters on the Shell 19, Beef Tartare 15
A great stop for a quality classic cocktail, not terrible pricing for a hotel bar. The mixologists are well trained, knowledgeable and friendly. We will definitely be back the next time we're in town.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Beautiful, luxurious space with limited bar menu. Pricey and I wasn't crazy about their food menu, but you're paying for the ambiance, which is lovely.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 5
Super strong coctails in a cozy hotel bar environment!
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
We went during Grandma’s, so this review is just based on that. The server was really great, but seemed over-stretched. They service was pretty quick at first, but then really slowed before we got our food, and it felt like almost triple the time to get the main course out. The food was ok, but again probably just busy, and understandably so. Would probably go back to try another time, if we make it back up before Grandma’s race.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Jeremiah was the MAN, we were trying to find somewhere to kill time while our wife's were at a concert. This was one of the only places open, and it was well worth it. We made friends with our bartender Jeremiah, and it was a great time. I would make sure to check out the gorgeous atmosphere and great service.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Not a great spot for groups but looked nice for a date or double date.I got the blondette burger and it was the most raw/pink burger I’ve had in my life. I told the server I was pregnant too (NOT supposed to eat undercooked/raw meat) and wish I had asked for it to be taken back and cooked. Classy establishment otherwise. The mussels and French fries were a hit across the board.
Had such a great time here, I ended up coming for a second night in a row so I could bring my coworker. Drinks are outstanding, particularly the really impressive Martini presentation, some of the best oysters I've ever had, and Jordan is a super fun bartender who makes you feel welcomed and engaged, and who has great recommendations for whatever else you're looking for in the area.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
We arrived early for check in and while waiting, I chatted it up with Gabi V at the front desk. She was full or great suggestions on things to do and see here in Minneapolis. She was so sweet and helpful, I felt like I had met her through a friend! Location was perfect to walk to so many things. Our room was gorgeous. The bed was super comfy and I’d love to smuggle a pillow home with me. For sure I’d stay here again and recommend to my friends.
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