New American Restaurants near Saint Louis Park, MN

“I love the interior design, service, and food here. I also appreciate the interesting menu selections, which offer more variety than other spots in St Louis Park. This is a great place for a date, a girls' brunch, or even a corporate meeting. My mom use to order the duck sandwich, which unfortunately is not on the menu anymore. She tried the Kimchi bowl instead and enjoyed it. My favorite is the chicken Mediterranean wrap—the chicken is such great quality, and they're really generous with the portion size! I also recommend the ratatouille, chicken wings, chicken apple sandwich, fresh espresso martini, and hummus platter.“

“food was amazing, I reccomend the prime rib dip. drink were perfectly proportionate. bartenders jackson and jake went above and beyond, drink never went empty and my food came before my girl does.“

“We went for dinner and it was spectacular. Every dish was will thought out and explained well. They adjusted the menu for my daughter's food sensitivities.

We were able to get some cocktails from next did before dinner. We sat at the counter and were able to watch the kitchen create magic.

Went back next door after dinner and played pool.

Very highly recommended watching here. The price was a bargain for the quality. Make reservations, it is a small place.“

“We held our company Christmas Party at their beautiful restaurant and had such a great time! The staff were so attentive and wonderful to interact with throughout the whole evening! We ordered an array of food and our employees couldn’t stop talking about how fantastic the prime rib and KFC (Korean fried cauliflower) were! The talk around the shop about this event and the delicious food went on for days! We all had such a great experience from start to finish. They made it so easy to plan, set up, host and tear down. We would highly recommend anyone looking to host a party to come here! Now if you are just looking for a bite to eat for a date night or family night out, they also have you covered. No matter what plans you have this is the spot to be! A huge thanks to Lake and Irving for all they did for us and a massive thank you to Chris the chef! That meal was better than we could have ever expected!“

“Everything we had was great! Normally we enjoy steak but this was a great change that he and I both enjoyed! Friendly staff also at the bar!“

“Honestly one of the best meals we’ve had in a long time. There were 4 of us and we all loved our dishes along with the sides. Highly recommend the butternut squash side & the Sicilian broccoli. The Stringozzi is the kind of meal you’ll think about for a very long time and the halibut was the most moist any of us had ever had. (& don’t underestimate even the cheeseburger. Truly delicious!). We will come again next time we are in town. Service was also fabulous (& the ambiance was great)“

“It's Taco Tuesday and I was craving Mexican food, but I didn't just wanna go to the type of place you think of when "Mexican" is brought up... I'm fancy, so I wanted something a bit more upscale. I did a little bit of research and wouldn't you know it... Colita came up. So here's how it went! Atmosphere/Appearance: Set south of downtown and a bit west of The Mall of America on Penn Avenue is this gem. There is no private parking lot, but plenty of street parking to leave your fly ride. But once you walk up to the restaurant you can immediately understand the message they're trying to send. Everything looks so modern, straightforward with straight lines, grey colors and light woods. There is a small outdoor section where you can dine if you get lucky enough to land a spot there. Inside carries a very similar style with a little nod to the pueblos and architecture of the southwest. The decor is minimalistic and the "loudest" thing in the room is the live plant wall seated directly behind the bar, which was super cool. Service: I can't remember who took care of us, but we had no issues whatsoever. Food/Drink: I was able to try so many different dishes and drinks here and the list is below... 🍹: Xochitl In Love 🍸: La Clandestina 🐟: Tuna Tostada 🌮: Chicken Tinga Tostada 🦪: Seared Scallops 🫓: Tlayuda 🥃: Colita Old Fashioned 🥩: Lamb Barbacoa Tacos 🫔: Duck Tamal However, my favorite things were the Lamb Barbacoa Tacos, Duck Tamal and Seared Scallops, in that order. The food here is phenomenal, the drinks are excellently crafted and things are served tapas style so you don't get too full off of just one thing! Order a whole bunch of stuff and share with the table! Value: As I mentioned earlier, I wanted upscale and the priced dddooo reflect that. Lol. This is a nice place so be prepared to spend... Like you're downtown somewhere. In conclusion, I loved this place and I will come back over and over. Check this place out the next time you're in the area!“

“This our first time in MN for appointments at Mayo Clinic. The staff were so welcoming and the food was delicious. 😋“

“Restaurant is amazing! Steady Eddie every time. Creative, well crafted, beautifully curated pre fixe tastings. Highly recommend!“

“We hired Brasa Catering for our wedding and couldn't happier with the food and service they provided. We received multiple comments that it was "one of the best wedding meals they've had" from a few guests. Not only was the food delicious, but the crew was extremely kind and went above and beyond for us. Thank you again for everything, we'll keep you in mind for future events!“

“Great atmosphere! So many people having a great time. Ordered the Dragon's Milk Braised Beef Ribs with snap peas and mash. So good! So tender and flavorful! Gravy was chef's kiss!“

“Awesome kindness! Such amazing people ❤️“

“If you haven’t already been, you need to! Minute chicken, wood fire pizzas, banana cream pie!!! So good 🤤“

“Excellent food! Great wine!♥️“

“Food, atmosphere, and drinks were all fantastic. The Owner/Chef Joel has created something special at this gem nestled in a Minneapolis neighborhood. We had a large party for a friends pre-wedding dinner and the staff handled it great. From the apps to the desert, you can’t go wrong with anything you pick off the menu. We were all tasting each others food by the end of the night wanting to try EVERYTHING! Some have stated a smaller menu and prices, but then say the food blew them away…I for one like to pay to keep amazing food and ingredients an option. Can’t wait to bring my wife and other family members in the Twin Cities to do it again.“

“Liv was our server and she was AMAZING! She took great care of us and made great recommendations. We shared the smoked walleye dip which was delicious. I had the Skirt Steak & Frites. Very flavorful! We shared the sundae which was so good. The best ice cream we’ve ever had. The manager stopped by to say hello before we left. Great experience. Will definitely come back!“

“I have only eaten one thing repeatedly and it is excellent, their burger. I can’t speak to anything else on the menu. Service is fine, but sometimes laid back to the point of indifference. Atmosphere might be a little too trendy and hip for some people, but the space is attractive and well situated especially when going to see a show at Latte Da.“

“Great service staff, incredible food, great mission. Highly recommend!!“

“-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 asked if the food was too spicy. We then started to explain that we were not from MN and were feeling a bit homesick and how the food reminded us of home. Chef Yia then said, here let's do this. He returned with a pot of beef soup that consisted of mushrooms, bamboo shoots, beef and green onion and white rice and shared that this dish was one of those dishes that we would eat at gathering and events. We we so shocked and so at loss with his kindness and compassion. We both took a bite and immediately lighted up. It tasted like my mom's cooking 💓. As we were nearing the end of our meal, Chef Yia told us not to stuff ourselves too full and surprised us with a complimentary dessert which further awed us. We were so lost at words for Chef Yia's kindness, generosity and comfort. We chose the Lava Cake and it was soooo good! I normally don't like sweets but we devoured this 😋. 1000/10 would recommend.“

“Highly recommend, incredible fine dining experience. Especially when paired with wine selections. We go at least twice a year and have never been disappointed.“

“Excellent experience from start to finish! The service was genuine and amazing. The food was beautifully plated and delicious. The pricing and portion sizes were perfect for the quality. We went for our anniversary and were congratulated multiple times by different staff. Will be back for sure!“

“We had a fabulous dinner with another couple. Food was great, table was great, service was very good. Disappointed that no staff told us that 26% charges were automatically included. My fault for not inspecting the itemized bill closer i would have expected staff to share that a 21% gratuity was already included (not to mention an additional “administrative “ fee was also included) before I added an additional 20% gratuity.“

“We hired Brasa Catering for our wedding and couldn't happier with the food and service they provided. We received multiple comments that it was "one of the best wedding meals they've had" from a few guests. Not only was the food delicious, but the crew was extremely kind and went above and beyond for us. Thank you again for everything, we'll keep you in mind for future events!“

“Love the food, and atmosphere.“

“I’m pretty surprised this place isn’t more popular. The food is upscale and delicious. And the ambience is super nice as well. The menu isn’t extensive but everything we had was amazing. Definitely a hidden gem in uptown. Would 10/10 recommend.“

“While staying at the Marquette Hotel, we ordered a quick meal for pickup, and everything was delicious.

For starters, I showed up probably 10 minutes early for my pickup time, and they were ready. Definitely seems like their kitchen operates quickly!

We got the Ghost Pepper rubbed chicken wings and the Bibimbap bowl. I'm always skeptical that something advertising ghost pepper will only be a little spicy, and it's just an advertising gimmick. But these wings packed a really nice kick. The bibimbap was a nice combination of balanced flavors as well, for a really satisfying meal.

The restaurant interior looked inviting, though I concede I was only inside for a few minutes.“

“First of all, we've been frequenting this place for years and come out our way to go here. The people are what make this place. The service is top notch. We decided to go here for our dinner the night before getting married and can I just say we both left speechless! We were told to make a note about it being our pre wedding dinner by the kitchen manager, JV having no idea what he had up his sleeve. We arrived to flowers on our linen covered table which already was so sweet, they checked on us all night through apps and dinner and even packaged our leftovers for us. To our surprise, they brought us a cake. You can truly tell they care about every single person that walks in their door. We're two ordinary people and felt like royalty all because they listened to us and treated us like family. Its absolutely an incredible place and we'll continue to frequent here.“

“They were a hit at our event! 100% Recommend“

“So glad to have another restaurant in the neighborhood! We’ve been twice already! Everyone who works here is wonderful. Very unique cocktails that are fun to try! The best thing we’ve had is the stuffed poblano. Hope they continue to add more to the menu!“

“Ryan was the absolute best server that I have encountered in my life! I have an anaphylaxis food allergy. He was so on top of making sure that whatever I ordered wasn't going to be an issue. He checked with the head chef 3 different times about different entrees, so I could have the best experience. We are from out of town and will definitely be back due to the great service provided. Ryan, thank you so much for being so attentive in regards to my allergy. Tonight's experience made your restaurant, one I will always recommend.“

“We had a great dining experience at Fireside Foundry! The food was delicious, the atmosphere was wonderful, and the overall ambiance made for a really great evening out. What made our visit extra special was the patio, we were able to bring our dog along, which is always a huge plus for us! On top of that, the staff was extremely friendly and the service was truly exceptional throughout our meal. To top it all off, everything was very reasonably priced. Highly recommended.“

“We always have such a great experience at Red Cow! The food is consistently amazing, and the service is just as wonderful. Everyone makes us feel so welcome, and it’s one of those places we’re always happy to come back to. ❤🍔“

“Amazing food, drinks & service!“

“Lovely place and owners. Had a Bauru, an outstanding steak sandwich, named after my hometown in Brazil. The brigadeiro cake was delicious, perfectly balanced with a scoop of raspberry sorbet. Thank you, Kalinka and team. It was a beautiful taste of home.“

“Visiting Pittsburgh and this was a great stop with a friendly staff (Kudos Tyrone) and great drinks! Fun time with the putt putt (beat my husband). If in Pittsburgh area this is a must stop!“

“Best food in Mpls! Great staff/service. Chef is AMAZING!“

“My waiter Addison was great and very attentive. However, the short rib sandwich was over cooked and over priced. On line there were a couple of items that I didn't see on the actual menu while at the restaurant. We were given the lunch menu at the front door, this really confused me, later Addison eventually figured it out. The rest of the experience was nice. The comedy acts were funny, except for the second to last guy, that totally bombed, as part of his act was to call all women bitches. He was poorly prepared, and otherwise was not funny at all, and should not be invited back.“

“Wanted to make sure I dined at Eloise prior to its conversion to a bar with TVs. The cavatelli dish was perhaps the best pasta dish I ever had! Served hot, robust flavors, and perfectly al dente!! The table-side Bananas Foster was awesome! Service was on point throughout. Those wonderful Parker House rolls will stay on the menu! Those deviled eggs were amazing!“

“Food was very good. My mom got the shrimp lemon and chicken pasta which was FANTASTIC 10/10 on that. My dad got the pot roast stroganoff which was also fantastic another 10/10. I got the prime rib French dip which the sandwich was fantastic, however the au jus was very bland which was disappointing. The tater tots were awesome. Would definitely eat here again!!“

“Excellent service! Abbi W was our server and she made the dinner so much better! Good food doesn’t matter without good service. We will definitely be back and ask for Abbi!“

“Can’t wait to go back for great food and service“

“Food was amazing, prompt service, and fun atmosphere. We will definitely be back!“

“Great experience, such friendly, quick service, food was delicious, steak & mimosas for breakfast were outstanding!“

“I ate at Milton's VVB tonight with my husband. The food was amazing, but the service was even better! The waitress was honestly the best waitress I've ever had! So friendly and funny! I was blown away! Shout out to Wafaa for taking good care of us! We hope to be able to visit Milton's again and again!“

“This our first time in MN for appointments at Mayo Clinic. The staff were so welcoming and the food was delicious. 😋“

“Fantastic food - every bite was amazing!“

“Great place for small get togethers but not not weddings unless it’s very small“

“If this review was just based on location, the lovely Main Street with perfect views of the Mississippi River and downtown Minneapolis, it would warrant multiple stars. Both the indoor and the outdoor seating is great, but if it is nice, sit on the large patio!

What brings me to give Aster Cafe 5 stars (and I would give more if I could! 🌟 ) is the outstanding food and the consistently warm and welcoming service. Their menu changes seasonally, the coffee is solid and the spirited drinks are delicious, and all ingredients are fresh. Presentation of the dishes is also good.

This is a go-to place for a date, with friends before going to see a show, or for a work lunch or dinner. The patio is dog friendly so you could also just hang out with your pup 🐶. They also sometimes have live music 🎶.“

“We played 18 and the staff was extremely helpful and friendly but after $50, we played for only 40 minutes and ran into some technology issues. I feel the cost was too high but we enjoyed trying something new. If we were to go again, we would play unlimited because you can't replay ones that you didn't understand how they worked in the first place but a lot of creative holes. The three courses aren't too difficult or even different from each other actually. The technology is cool and if there is an issue, the staff was helpful. I don't recommend having a purse on you if you're able. The bathrooms were clean and the entire space is very air conditioned. The bartender was very sweet and helpful.“

“Amazing food, good service, lovely patio“