Cast & Cru Restaurant

What a great date night restaurant! This place is truly fantastic. The drinks are amazing along with the ambiance. It’s located on a open field with fantastic views. It has a very secluded yet elegant vibe. They also do live shows in another section of the building next to the restaurant as well. The food was 10/10!!! My husband ordered the short ribs and it was tender and flavorful. And the starter beet salad had the most wonderful combination of flavors we have ever tasted. I ordered the sous vide chicken and it melts in your mouth like butter. Give this place a try. You won’t be disappointed!!

From 4 to 5, 5th star earned. Location, location, location. Lighting, lighting, lighting. Ambience, ambience, ambience. Pairings, pairing, pairings. Good things come in 3’s. Hush hush, very QT, and strictly on the DL - Cast & Cru’s hideout privacy is a MN best kept secret. Ssshhhh. The food @ Cast & Cru is second only to the ambience. Exceptionally comfortable. Worth the drive. And the staff? 5 stars, they are a gem. Recommendations: 1. Arrive before sunset. 2. Explore the grounds. 3. Hendrick’s deserves a cucumber. 4. Ask a neighbor what they enjoy most. 5. Don’t duck out before you try the poppers. 6. Protein won’t spoil your salad. 7. Carrots and cake aren’t mutually exclusive. - The Perfectionist

I really wanted to like this restaurant because the menu is interesting and it's a beautiful place (but they were out of mussels); however, don't let these words dissuade you from going. The service was great. Olivier, who served us, was a charm and very attentive. We were just disappointed in the lamb. I guess, as fans of lamb, we placed too much expectation on it. It was decent, but we decided sous vide just isn't our favorite way to prepare lamb. The Osso Bucco short ribs and duck bombs were delicious. And they did give us a free dessert to celebrate my bf's hair's 11th birthday. Yes. His hair. That earned them 4 stars.

Chef is doing a great job here! Great service, and fantastic lighting. Didnt even know it was here for years. Definitely a hidden gem worth trying out in the area! The lamb was excellent!

Perfect for date night, we love to come here on Wednesday when they have their 'Date Night's menu. Always awesome tastes with a easy wine pairing for not a huge price! Highly recommend to try out!

Very relaxed and refined vibe from this restaurant. If you are coming from OpenTable make sure to check the menu on Cru's website for an up to date menu. My GF had a Cesar Salad (she was excited for dishes they didn't currently serve), but said the salad was ok. Nothing special. However, I tried the tacos and duck poppers. I was pleasantly surprised. The tacos were flavorful and delicious. The duck poppers were excellent as well, the duck is not overpowering and the bacon was cooked perfectfully. That dish could be elevated with more cheese and jalapeno, imo. I would def eat here again.

I love this place! The Brussels sprouts were probably the best I've ever had. Sweet and savory, and a little crispy on the outside. The hangar steak melted in my mouth and tasted great with the spinach and bernaise sauce. I had an old fashioned and it was delicious! My only suggestion would be is to stir it better. It was mostly whiskey and then getting to the bottom was mostly maple syrup. The atmosphere is cabin like, warm, and romantic (although not romantic enough that it makes it uncomfortable to go with friends. ) This will be one of my go to restaurants from now on!

Overlooking a breathtaking view from the outdoor dining space, Cast & Cru flawlessly marries natural beauty with rich architectural designs reminiscent of log-built structures. The steak was an exquisite treat, complemented by the irresistibly tasty brussel sprouts. Definitely a top recommendation for anyone seeking an unforgettable dining experience!