Julia S.
Yelp
I picked this place because it seemed very vegan-friendly. While I am not vegan, I am vegetarian, and I've learned that a place that pays special attention to having great, creative vegan food is always going to have something to make me happy. If you're vegetarian or vegan and are looking for a place that will also please your carnivorous friends, this is worth the trip. If you're an obligate carnivore, this is also worth the trip.
We came here for Saturday night dinner. (Tip: walk-ins only after 4:00!) It was really easy to get on the waiting list. We left our name and number and headed to the bar for a drink. Although they'd said the way would be about 15 minutes, we'd received our "your table is ready" text in less than ten minutes. While I went for a glass of wine and my mom went for beer, I can't not mention their drink menu. This place has some seriously creative and intriguing cocktailson it, including some smoked cocktails. They also have an absolutely amazing whiskey list that includes Minnesota whiskeys (Dampfwerks' single malt included!). If you're a whiskey lover, you don't want to miss it.
Our server, Mitch, came by promptly and was exceptionally friendly and helpful. We loved how positive and knowledgeable he was! Mom ordered the Ruben, which she said was really good, and I had the vegan Korean BBQ cauliflower bowl. (I wasn't sure whether to go with that or the vegan burger.) It was really good! The veggies were crisp and fresh, the cauliflower perfectly cooked, and the sauce a magnificent mix of sweet, tart, and spicy. (It will remind you a bit of a gingery sweet and sour sauce laced with sambal oelek.) We went with the mini donuts for dessert, and they were super: light, fluffy, and warm. Pick your favorite topping/dip: Nutella or a Dunkaroos-esque cream cheese and sprinkles frosting.
This place was absolutely hopping! It is a fun environment that caters to diners of all ages and persuasions. Sports lovers, they're playing your game. Parents, the kids will love the food. Pet parents, they have a dog-friendly pawtio (single digit temperatures meant that I didn't check it out). It's definitely a busy place, so I wouldn't pick it if you're after a quiet conversation, but a fun night with your friends? Definitely try it!
I'll be back for happy hour for sure.