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Piccolo presents a modern approach to dining by creating dishes moderate in portion size which we feel enhances the dining experience by allowing you more variety in taste while eating healthier.
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188 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.7
/
5
Rating Breakdown 188 reviews
5 stars
(137)
4 stars
(42)
3 stars
(8)
2 stars
(1)
1 star
(0)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.8
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.6
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
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Piccolo Reviews List
Review 1 for Piccolo
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Mother's Day dinner
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Made dinner reservations for Mother's Day also had flowers delivered to the restaurant. The wait staff was excellent they had the flowers waiting at our table and they were very attentive. Food was clean,vibrant and fresh. Many flavors in each single dish and all very well done. The texture of the dishes were equally as good as the flavors i.e. the flying fish eggs with the Couscous; absolutely wonderful."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 2 for Piccolo
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Great food and service, period."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 3 for Piccolo
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Tiny Tastes
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Prepare yourself for refined eating. Nicely presented very small portions of unusual combinations that have been creatively thought out. Well explained by the wait staff, and our five courses evenly timed. Good wine selection."
Dined on 5/10/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list
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Review 4 for Piccolo
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
At First It Seems To Be Expensive
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Really. Five small tasting courses for how much? But then the food starts to come out, beautifully presented on the plate and explained by the server. Unreal pairings of tastes that not only work, they are incredible. The entire meal is relaxed and paced perfectly. There is time to chat and sip wine. And to eat some more. And then, suddenly, it is over. Surprisingly you are totally sated. You think back about the different plates you sampled. There was not one thing that you would not like to have again and again. Price? You stopped thinking about that with your first bite a couple of hours ago. For some amazing experiences, price really does not matter. Not at all."
Dined on 5/09/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 5 for Piccolo
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
good things come in small packages.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The word 'piccolo' means small, and the portions were notably so, but the flavor was oh so big. Fabulous menu and wonderful staff. Love this little gem!"
Dined on 5/08/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 6 for Piccolo
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Absolutely fantastic
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Had the 5-course menu and was delighted by every dish. A great dining experience."
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 7 for Piccolo
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Lovely 5 Course Prix Fixe
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"They were able to accommodate a vegetarian guest on the 5 course prix fixe. It's a very intimate location and quiet, so you can talk without having to be loud. Thoroughly enjoyed my dining experience there and will come again."
Dined on 5/01/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 8 for Piccolo
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Highlight of the trip, a true
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Highlight of the trip, a true foodie place but not unapproachable at all. Staff was super attentive and friendly. Tasting menu was perfect and nobody went home unsatisfied."
Dined on 04/27/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 9 for Piccolo
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service and food were excellent.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Service and food were excellent."
Dined on 04/27/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 10 for Piccolo
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
2nd time at Piccolo, always
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"2nd time at Piccolo, always treated extremely well. Food was great as usual, staff was very welcoming. We celebrated our 5th anniversary that night and were sent home with a Happy Anniversary card signed by the entire staff. The small touches make this place the gem that it is."
Dined on 04/25/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 11 for Piccolo
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Piccolo is my far and away
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Piccolo is my far and away my favorite restaurant in the Twin Cities. Each dish is truly an aesthetic experience, carefully prepared and beautifully presented. I love the five-course tasting menu!"
Dined on 04/25/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 12 for Piccolo
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
For the Serious Foodie
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The plates at Piccolo are small and intricately designed. My boyfriend and I love to check out fine dining in the Twin Cities and were excited to try this well-reviewed restaurant. While we enjoyed our meal, we were not overly impressed. We decided that Piccolo is for the serious foodie, who is bored with simple deliciousness and requires a complexity and elegance not seen in just any fine dining experience. For now we are going to keep getting tasty plates with bigger portions elsewhere."
Dined on 04/11/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 13 for Piccolo
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Dazzling!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Amazing meal!!
We had four in our party, and each of us ordered the 5-course tasting menu. The tasting menu allows the diner to select one of three choices in five different categories for a five-course meal. Reading the menu ahead of time made us a bit worried...fermented asparagus? Parsnip milk? Octopus bisque? Never fear. Every item on the menu (and between the four of us we tried literally every menu item) was dazzling. Presentation was perfect for each course. With an excellent red and an excellent white wine on our table, we had just the right complement at all times for the food."
Dined on 04/19/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 14 for Piccolo
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Steep prices --> 4-stars only
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Fantastic tastes! Small portions but intense flavor. Perfect for weight watchers who still want to enjoy life. Would go there more often if prices were a little lower though. But they have a small dining room so they don't seem to have a problem filling it. Oh well, reserve the place for special occasions then."
Dined on 04/20/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 15 for Piccolo
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
As usual the food at Piccolo
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"As usual the food at Piccolo was outstanding. The wine list is reasonable and interesting with a good selection of wines by the glass and a nice full list. Doug is the most creative chef in the Twin Cities and his small plates are wonderful to share."
Dined on 04/19/2013
2004
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 16 for Piccolo
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Love this place! Delicious
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Love this place! Delicious and creative food with friendly service; can't beat that. We come here to celebrate special occasions and this time around it was for our anniversary. Up arrival we were greeted with two glasses of champagne. The night ended with an anniversary card from the restaurant. I need more special occasions in my life..."
Dined on 04/17/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 17 for Piccolo
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Nothing Better than Piccolo
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Had just an outstanding experience at Piccolo. We were celebrating my partner's 50th birthday, and requested a special table. We arrived, were greeted with two glasses of champagne, and escorted to a private, quiet area with three tables. It was candle-lit, and beautiful. The food, service and ambiance were just amazing, and they treated us like royalty. We typically only dine at places like this for special occasions, and originally Victoria and Albert's at the Grand Floridian at Disney World took our top-spot for our tenth anniversary over ten years ago. Piccolo has now replaced them as our favorite memory---it simply could not have been any better."
Dined on 04/05/2013
2013
Special Features: notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 18 for Piccolo
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
My wife and I went there for
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"My wife and I went there for the first time to celebrate her birthday. We made the reservation through Open Table, and I let them know we were celebrating her special occasion. We were impressed by everything, except that the space is tiny and the only water closet is unisex and just steps from the front door. They greeted her with a happy birthday, which was nice, and included a little candle on the desert, which is common. However, the unusual act that made her smile was the little happy birthday card for her in our check.
If you like fine dining and can handle smaller portions of food at a fair price, this is an outstanding local treat."
Dined on 04/06/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 19 for Piccolo
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
I took my 17 eyar old daughters
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I took my 17 eyar old daughters to Piccolo for their birthday- along with my 14 year old son. My kids enjoy very good/innovative food- we had a great night. The food, as always, was great and inventive- with a wide range of ingredients - octopus, frog legs, rabbit, etc. Our server was attentive yet relaxed - we all had the five course menu, plus cheese and enjoyed it thoroughly. I consider this one of the top 3 to 4 places in the Twin Cities for excellent, innovative food - and probably the best value. A great night."
Dined on 04/06/2013
2004
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 20 for Piccolo
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The best restaurant in Minneapolis
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The best restaurant in Minneapolis never fails to impress. About as perfect as a dining experience can be."
Dined on 04/04/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 21 for Piccolo
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
This was a fun experience.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"This was a fun experience. It would of been nice if they left the menu so we could have a better understanding of what our next course entailed, but in general it was a great experience. Me and My Girlfriend both loved it."
Dined on 04/01/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 22 for Piccolo
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
as usual, an amazing experience.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"as usual, an amazing experience.
this months menu has an octopus bisque- silky,slightly smokey; beautiful sturgeon.
forget the chicken n waffles craze- go for pousain and frog legs! best gnochhi ever
as well as duck and veal breast (tricky to get right because of the tiny bones, but NONE in chef's hands)
forget the chicken n waffles craze- go for pousain and frog legs! best gnochhi ever
as well as duck and veal breast (tricky to get right because of the tiny bones, but NONE in chef's hands)
for two, we had 2/3 of the list going for the five course tasting. this is without a doubt not only excitement in every bite but an incredibly vslue
piccolo is what dining can and should be; only a couple spots in town come close!"
piccolo is what dining can and should be; only a couple spots in town come close!"
Dined on 04/01/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 23 for Piccolo
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great place - the menu was
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great place - the menu was fresh and artfully prepared."
Dined on 03/28/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 24 for Piccolo
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We had all 15 courses and
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We had all 15 courses and were not disappointed. This is a tremendous spot and a total gem."
Dined on 03/29/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 25 for Piccolo
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Dined on a Monday evening
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Dined on a Monday evening with my wife. Server was friendly, informative and not a know-it-all snob! Both had the 5-course. Notable dishes were the duck, rabbit, lobster and egg with pickled pigs foot. Could not believe how small this place is, great for a date.
I would like to add that the 5-course was just the right amount of food."
I would like to add that the 5-course was just the right amount of food."
Dined on 03/25/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 26 for Piccolo
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Smoked octopus bisque was
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Smoked octopus bisque was awesome. Best carrot cake."
Dined on 03/25/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 27 for Piccolo
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The food was beautiful, imaginative
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food was beautiful, imaginative and delicious. The five course meal was well paced and the servers were friendly and knowledgeable. Overall, we had high expectations and even our high expectations were surpassed."
Dined on 03/23/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 28 for Piccolo
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Amazing Tasting Menu
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Fantastic flavors & presentations in just the right portions!"
Dined on 03/21/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 29 for Piccolo
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Beautiful, intensely flavored
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Beautiful, intensely flavored food, thoughtful and affordable wine list. Portions are piccolo so not a good place to share among many, but the tasting menu is a generous amount of food for the biggest appetites. (Plus you can eat their stellar bread and butter without worrying.) Great stop on a midwestern eating tour!"
Dined on 03/21/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 30 for Piccolo
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The food is excellent, creative,
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food is excellent, creative, original, sometimes magical.
In winter when you sit by the door the cold drafts are unpleasant."
In winter when you sit by the door the cold drafts are unpleasant."
Dined on 03/16/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 31 for Piccolo
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food was excellent, as was
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food was excellent, as was the service. Staff was knowledgable and friendly, and the food was innovative, fresh, and delicious. Dining area is small and intimate. Seating is close to other patrons, but was not an issue for us."
Dined on 03/16/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 32 for Piccolo
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Flavorful Minimalist Art
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Wonderful combinations of unique flavors and textures lived up to the stunning minimalist presentation. We will return. (Probably not the place to take your Uncle Waldo from Peoria, without giving him a sandwich first.)"
Dined on 03/16/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 33 for Piccolo
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The food was spectacular and
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The food was spectacular and it is a nice cozy spot to eat. The waitress was a little stand-offish tho."
Dined on 03/13/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 34 for Piccolo
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food as art.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Dinner was outstanding! - I'm gluten intolerant and was given a separate menu to choose from - Thank you! Every bite was delicious and the presentation was art. We all had the 5 course - I'd highly recommend it."
Dined on 03/09/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 35 for Piccolo
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Piccolo is very much as advertised
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Piccolo is very much as advertised and reviewed and that is excellent. Small street corner location. Small and close dining area that at first can make you wonder if you'll have privacy, but that is quickly overcome and absolutely not an issue. Service is incredibly personal yet appropriate. Help with selections and wine was spot on. I recommend the tasting menu - it just makes life easier. And the food was simply amazing. Just right and very content at the end of the night. We'll most definitely be back."
Dined on 03/09/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list
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Review 36 for Piccolo
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The small plates made for
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The small plates made for an interesting and unique experience. The food was delicately crafted into works of art!"
Dined on 03/09/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 37 for Piccolo
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Piccolo was fantastic! My
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Piccolo was fantastic! My girlfriend and I each did the tasting menu, which was incredibly well priced. The establishment gives off the warmth and coziness of a good friend's dining room. The spanish smoked octopus was to die for. The presentation of this dish was so inventive and fun! (arrives in a small jar filled with smoke and the server opens it to let it release at the table)
The only thing I would have liked more is to have experienced a little more warmth and friendliness from the servers. They didn't seem overly passionate about the dishes, just descriptive and straight forward. I got the feeling they didn't realize how much THEY add to the experience of the diners.
Regardless, the culinary experience was still top not"
Dined on 03/08/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 38 for Piccolo
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Somewhat overrated -- very
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Somewhat overrated -- very big build-up. Good, but not "WOW!". Server was very icy/aloof. Acted like she couldn't be bothered. When asked a question about wine, was less than helpful and seemed put out."
Dined on 02/27/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 39 for Piccolo
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
It was as spectacular as always.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"It was as spectacular as always. Is our favorite Twin Cities restaurant. The ever-changing menu ensures a new food adventure every time!"
Dined on 03/03/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 40 for Piccolo
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Not a restaurant for the HUNGRY!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The food tasted wonderful, but the portions were smallest I have ever seen all my life anywhere in the whole world. They could of served 3x the size and still would of been small.
My husband had to stop at another restaurant after and get a sandwich!"
Dined on 03/02/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 41 for Piccolo
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
They get a few points for
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"They get a few points for effort, but really nothing of two five-course tastings was memorable. Lots of parts to each plate but none impressed. Plus, service was cold and unwelcoming."
Dined on 02/28/2013
2005
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Review 42 for Piccolo
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Bit snooty in attitude of
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Bit snooty in attitude of the food and staff (friendly and attentive though). The decor and room was clean and pleasant, but cramped and noisy. The value for price was just so so. Someone tried very hard to deliver complex, well prepared, and well plated food. While the dishes were well plated, I would say that not one of the dishes was above average once in my mouth. At that level of price and service, every bite should make me want more in my mouth, wow me and make me want to figure out how to make it. You tried too hard and did not combine flavors that well. You missed on what ultimately makes a restaurant - the food. Finally, you should have a prix fixe for the tasting menu and a simple full price, full size plates menu."
Dined on 02/24/2013
2009
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Review 43 for Piccolo
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We have been to Piccolo many
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We have been to Piccolo many times. It is one of our favorite restaurants in the Twin Cities. The food is creatively prepared, well presented, and tasty. If you can, go with a group so you can order the entire menu (all small plates) and taste everything."
Dined on 02/21/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 44 for Piccolo
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Piccolo's food is always excellent.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Piccolo's food is always excellent. The service is always great. Order several small dishes and be prepared for a relatively expensive meal."
Dined on 02/21/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 45 for Piccolo
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Exceptional!!!!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Exceptional place to have a date night or dinner with friends. Great atmosphere, great food, and wonderful service! "Local Neighborhood" style atmosphere."
Dined on 02/16/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 46 for Piccolo
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Delicious, innovative food
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Delicious, innovative food - and also extremely accommodating of dietary restrictions (just let them know in advance)."
Dined on 02/16/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 47 for Piccolo
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Yet another great dining experience
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Another wonderful experience at Piccolo! Thank you for making my birthday dinner so special, and for the birthday card signed by all."
Dined on 02/17/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 48 for Piccolo
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
I have now been to Piccolo
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"I have now been to Piccolo twice, and each time the food was fantastic. The restaurant is small and probably not the best for a large group, especially without a reservation. However, it made for a fantastic date, and we will definitely be returning."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 49 for Piccolo
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The five course menu option
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The five course menu option was really delicious from start to end. All dishes were elegantly plated and presented. Service was excellent as well. Looking forward to going back!"
Dined on 02/14/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 50 for Piccolo
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
La belle vie's not so fancy cousin
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Atmosphere is not all that great. The staff was extremely friendly knowledgeable and attentive. The food was outstanding. Small but comfortable. Pricey but on par bite for bite with la belle vie. But easier on the wallet. Still have a ways to go to compete with the ambiance of la belle vie. Although I'm pretty sure there going for two different atmospheres. But be that as it may i would highly suggest everyone try this place. La belle vie still gets the nod. But piccolo USA nice alternative."
Dined on 02/13/2013
2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem, special occasion
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