Converted warehouse space features an open layout with massive, cavernous rooms and live music that can be loud and muffled. A huge kids play area keeps young children busy, making it family-friendly but less suited for quiet meetups. The atmosphere blends cozy and chill vibes with an elite feel, attracting diverse crowds.
BBQ smoked turkey stands out as a highlight with high quality and amazing flavor. The barbecue overall is consistently insanely good and recognized for its excellence in the area.
Dinner features barbeque dinners served in generous portions, including options for groups like the dinner for three. The Thanksgiving Turkey dinner stands out as a memorable choice.
"The food here is amazing, truly five stars."
"I thought the barbecue here was the best I've ever had."
"The food at these dinner spots was fantastic and delicious."
Good to know
BBQ is not served until after 4pm, so plan accordingly.
Reservations are recommended to avoid long wait times.
The 20% service gratuity is automatically added to all bills.
Spacious Chinese restaurant with live seafood tanks and dim sum carts creates an immersive dining environment. Atmosphere feels stunning and comfortable, blending beautiful decor with welcoming energy. Offers private event spaces upstairs, enhancing versatility beyond typical dining.
Hong Kong style barbecue meats shine with BBQ pork over rice and Cantonese noodles featuring amazing pork. Steamed BBQ pork buns arrive like fluffy clouds filled with saucy porky goodness, and Korean Beef Short Ribs add variety.
Dinner features a Cantonese banquet known for its quality and variety. Celebrations like birthdays often center around this spot for its memorable dining experience.
Good to know
Parking costs $1 to $2 per hour.
The restaurant has a parking lot, which is rare for the area.
Happy hour is available, but details are not yet finalized.
Small dining area filled with memorabilia creates a cozy, old town vibe. Atmosphere feels welcoming and family-owned, attracting locals who appreciate affordable, flavorful BBQ. Space is tight, seating only a few, emphasizing a hole-in-the-wall experience.
Barbecue features great tasting BBQ sauce that stands out. Ribs and pulled chicken come with delicious sauce, and the BBQ chicken sandwich offers solid flavor. Meals are affordable and consistently satisfying.
Dinner includes a half rib served with beans. The dinner bun resembles a standard Hawaiian bun from a grocery store box.
Good to know
The restaurant is very small, with only one sit-down table.
Prices are fair, with great portions for the cost.
Expect a casual atmosphere; no formal dress code required.
Small, quaint dining room with beautiful decor and screens showing scenes from Uruguay and Argentina creates an upscale yet cozy atmosphere. Music complements the romantic and elegant vibe throughout the space. Elements of South American culture are present everywhere, enhancing the authentic experience.
Meat comes out cooked to perfection with bold, savory flavors that reflect South American barbecue styles. Portions like the barbecue for four and chorizos can feel disappointing in size.
Dinner offers high-quality food with unique flavors not easily made at home. The spot suits both romantic date nights and casually refined dinners.
Good to know
This restaurant is the only place in the Twin Cities that has chivito.
The restaurant can handle large parties easily.
Expect a 20% service charge added to your bill.
Wide-open space with neon lights and ample seating creates a cool, intimate vibe. Music ranges from jazz bands to varied playlists, adding good energy and occasional loudness. Friendly crowd enjoys barbecue flavors and a well-stocked bar with notable bourbon selections.
Barbecue here features tender, moist ribs and a menu that includes vegetarian pulled mushroom BBQ. Food consistently impresses with excellent service and suits both casual dinners and catered events.
Quick greeting from a friendly bartender sets the tone. Drinks come fast and the spot works well for dinner or events.
Good to know
Happy Hour is available with discounted drinks and appetizers from 4-6pm.
First Fridays feature live music and a vibrant atmosphere at Beast Barbecue.
Parking is free and easily accessible near the venue.
Small space with nostalgic music playing overhead creates a warm, welcoming vibe reminiscent of a classic soul food movie. The atmosphere feels like home with southern roots, filled with joy and energy despite limited seating and a standing line to order.
BBQ ribs come with Mac and cheese and collard greens. BBQ wings and catfish also appear on the menu.
Dinner offers soul food with dishes like rib dinner with mac and yams and turkey leg with mac and cheese and greens. Meals feel like grandma's Sunday dinner and come in generous portions.
Good to know
Expect wait times of over an hour during peak hours.
The restaurant runs out of popular dishes quickly, especially close to closing time.
Orders should be placed ahead of time to reduce wait times.
Small, tidy Chinese restaurant offers an authentic Cantonese atmosphere with a homey, comfortable vibe. The space feels spacious despite its size, attracting many eat-in diners and making it suitable for dates. Menu features affordable, filling portions with a wide variety of flavorful meat and vegetarian dishes.
Sweet and tender honey BBQ pork stands out alongside BBQ duck and chicken. Meals often come with steamed rice, making for a filling combo.
Dinner here suits special occasions like birthdays and holidays with a reliable atmosphere. Weekend dinners feel easy and comfortable to arrange.
Good to know
Parking is limited; consider arriving on foot if possible.
They do not accept American Express for payment.
The lunch special offers great value for students.
Small takeout-only barbecue spot with a hole-in-the-wall ambiance and no dine-in seating. Atmosphere feels authentic and welcoming despite its simplicity. Known for best ribs and pulled pork with a loyal local following.
Pulled pork BBQ sandwich and beef and pork ribs stand out here. The sliced beef is often called legendary and the BBQ offers great value for the price.
Beef ribs and rib tips stand out as hearty dinner options. Friendly service guides choices, making last-minute dinners easy. Four dinners cost about $115.
Good to know
This is a take-out only restaurant.
This place has no restroom.
The place was sold out of its brisket by 8:15pm on a Friday evening.
Soul food restaurant offers a cozy, family-style atmosphere with walls adorned by black history posters and celebrity tributes. R&B and gospel music play softly, creating a nostalgic and inviting vibe. The space feels like an old-school momma's house, emphasizing comfort and cultural pride.
Barbecue chicken falls off the bone and packs bold flavor. Options include baked, fried, smothered, and jerk chicken, paired with classic sides like collard greens, mac and cheese, and candied yams.
Dinners here serve traditional home-cooked meals with flavors that remind of Sunday family dinners. Portions come big enough to feed three people from one order.
Good to know
Parking is limited to street parking only, with no dedicated parking lot.
The buffet option closes an hour earlier than listed online.
They charge $9.95 per pound for food, not an all-you-can-eat buffet.