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St Louis Park Woodfire Grill
Woodfire Grill is a neighborhood restaurant fueled with internationally inspired cuisine and exceptional Chef talent. Upon arriving your senses are delighted with the rich smell of the fire, the sound of crackling burning wood, and the sight of the welcoming Woodfire Grill family inviting you into our restaurant.
The unique experiences of the Chef's worldwide travels, paired with our commitment to sourcing local products from farmers we know, is a perfect culinary marriage, and assures the highest quality dining experience at neighborhood restaurant prices.
The inspiration behind the menu stems from our proprietary Chef Council. Our group of professional chefs have traveled to hottest culinary cities in the USA and abroad, racking up passport stamps from Italy, Thailand, Spain, France, Turkey, India, Morocco, Mexico, Japan and most recently Vietnam and Thailand. The walls at Woodfire Grill showcase these magical trips.
Our Chefs bring these flavors of the world directly to you.
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78 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Very Good)
3.8
/
5
Rating Breakdown 78 reviews
5 stars
(18)
4 stars
(38)
3 stars
(13)
2 stars
(5)
1 star
(4)
Food
(Very Good)
3.7
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- neighborhood gem(28)
- special occasion(22)
- good for groups(19)
- fit for foodies(17)
- romantic(13)
- kid-friendly(12)
St Louis Park Woodfire Grill Reviews List
Review 1 for St Louis Park Woodfire Grill
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Intriguing potential, but not yet
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The menu has many intriguing options and I would like to go back and give them a second chance. That being said, I wasn't blown away by what we received. While they're working with quality ingredients, it seems like there's a little something missing... I love the bitterness of Campari, but the Jasmine cocktail was overly sweet. The lamb burger was slightly charred, and for me, the combo of goat cheese and lamb (which can be gamey) was not a winning combo. The truffle mac had a nice coating and great crunch with breadcrumbs, but it was a bit bland. We had a really quiet night (pouring rain), so the hostess and server were very attentive to us and we received food very quickly. It's a good find though and I hope to return for a second visit"
Dined on 5/21/2013
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Review 2 for St Louis Park Woodfire Grill
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
I recommend it
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"It was very nice. Server friendly and attentive, not overly so. Food unusual and excellent."
Dined on 5/17/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic, special occasion
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Review 3 for St Louis Park Woodfire Grill
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The restaurant no one ever speaks o
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I was surprised at how good the food was considering no one has ever mentioned this place---and I've lived in the TC since Sept 1998! Ribs were very tender. Fries yummy. Chocolate gelato to die for!! Our waitress was friendly and solicitous. Only comment is that I was surprised that my ribs were $25 for a lunch menu (for one person). A bit pricier than the competition. Otherwise, food and service were great. Will definitely bring my husband next time."
Dined on 5/15/2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem, kid-friendly
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Review 4 for St Louis Park Woodfire Grill
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We ate here Mother's Day evening. The kitchen must have been recovering from the earlier brunch, as it took very long (30+ minutes) to get our entrees. We have not had this problem in the past, so we will be back. The food is very good overall. For anice sandwich, try the shaved prime rib with peppers and onions -- topped with cheese curds! All the steaks are good, especially the chimichurri flank steak."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, romantic, special occasion
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Review 5 for St Louis Park Woodfire Grill
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
St. Louis Park Woodfire Grill
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Service excellent. Food was very good. Price was very reasonable. Would recommend for families and/or couples for a casual night out for dinner."
Dined on 5/03/2013
Special Features: good for groups, great for lunch
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Review 6 for St Louis Park Woodfire Grill
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
This is a restaurant that
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This is a restaurant that has changed hands a few times in recent years. It's in a relatively convenient location off of 394, but because of that, it is surrounded by pavement. Not the most ideal scenery. The inside is decoratated like a log cabin. Big exposed log beamwork overhead and stuffed wildlife. The main hall fireplace has a large moose head mounted on it. They tried to update the decor a bit, but it still seemed dated to me.
We did not go for the decor though, we went for the food. The food here is fantastic. I first went for lunch and had a really great Cuban sandwich. This past time I took my family for dinner. Excellent dinners and desserts. Very flavorful, unique, and well presented. I would recommend it to everyone."
We did not go for the decor though, we went for the food. The food here is fantastic. I first went for lunch and had a really great Cuban sandwich. This past time I took my family for dinner. Excellent dinners and desserts. Very flavorful, unique, and well presented. I would recommend it to everyone."
Dined on 04/27/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 7 for St Louis Park Woodfire Grill
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We sat outside on the patio
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We sat outside on the patio so not sure how the ambiance was inside of the restaurant but was great outside. I got the rotisserie chicken which was very dry but the vegetables and fingerling potatoes were very good; and my fiance said that his meal was great - he got the steak roll platter. Overall, I'd recommend this place to a friend :)"
Dined on 04/26/2013
2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining
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Review 8 for St Louis Park Woodfire Grill
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Chef Eric
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Excellent food and personalized attention. Chef Eric is outstanding! Our kids are old enough to appreciate good food, and this is the restaurant of their choice to celebrate special family celebrations."
Dined on 04/19/2013
2011
Special Features: kid-friendly, special occasion
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Review 9 for St Louis Park Woodfire Grill
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Good time
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We were pleasantly surprised with the presentation and quality of the food. The server, April was great. We'll be back."
Dined on 04/13/2013
2006
Special Features: kid-friendly
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Review 10 for St Louis Park Woodfire Grill
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Y haven't I heard about this place?
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Amazingly, the aroma of firewood hit my nose in the parking lot before I even opened my car door! (How did they do that?!) We were there for lunch on a Tuesday - the restaurant was not too busy, and we had fantastic service and great food! The restaurant has a cabin feel to it, with a few mounted animals up above. I had a BLTE sandwich, and I would recommend it! I am calling this a Neighborhood Gem, as I haven't heard too many people talking about it, but I think they should! :)"
Dined on 04/09/2013
2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 11 for St Louis Park Woodfire Grill
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
We attended Easter brunch
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We attended Easter brunch this past Sunday. We were surprised that coffee was not included in the brunch price. We made reservations early before the church crowd arrived and were seated at table with a view of the kitchen door. When asked if we could relocate to a different table we could not. Overall, experience was fair/good. Bloody Marys were excellent, as well as the omelets."
Dined on 03/31/2013
2008
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Review 12 for St Louis Park Woodfire Grill
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Brunch was not as good at
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Brunch was not as good at a typical meal here."
Dined on 03/31/2013
2011
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Review 13 for St Louis Park Woodfire Grill
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great hidden gem. Service
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Great hidden gem. Service was fantastic and we loved the wood-fired taste."
Dined on 03/29/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 14 for St Louis Park Woodfire Grill
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Just happened to try this
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Just happened to try this place after checking on line for restaurants in St Louis Park. All 4 of us considered it a big win!
Food was really good and we had an awesome waiter. Prices a little higher than where we normally go on a weekly basis but will definitely go back. Very surprised it was not crowded considering it was a Friday night."
Food was really good and we had an awesome waiter. Prices a little higher than where we normally go on a weekly basis but will definitely go back. Very surprised it was not crowded considering it was a Friday night."
Dined on 03/15/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 15 for St Louis Park Woodfire Grill
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
The salad we had was good.
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The salad we had was good. The prime rib was supposed to be medium but was more well done than that. It was also very salty and peppery, as were the potatoes that came with it."
Dined on 03/09/2013
2009
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Review 16 for St Louis Park Woodfire Grill
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
This was my first visit to
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"This was my first visit to this restaurant. It was a Monday night - the restaurant was not very busy and I was seated right away. It was Restaurant Week, so I went with the Restaurant Week 3-course menu and was very pleased. Service was very attentive. I don't generally care for banana cream pie, but that's just because I had never before had Woodfire's Deconstructed version. AMAZING! I will definitely be back."
Dined on 02/25/2013
2006
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Review 17 for St Louis Park Woodfire Grill
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
i love this place and have
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"i love this place and have never been disappointed. Love all the menu items and they seem to have a Mediterranean flair. he fireplace always adds to the ambiance and our service was great."
Dined on 02/22/2013
2007
Special Features: good for groups, romantic
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Review 18 for St Louis Park Woodfire Grill
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We were there for Valentine's
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We were there for Valentine's Day and they made it a great experience. We were not up for anything to fancy but it was great. We got bread to start the meal and chocolate covered strawberries to end. It was a very fun date night."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2012
Special Features: neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 19 for St Louis Park Woodfire Grill
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Relaxing and fun
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We had the seafood pizza and the chimichuri flank steak, I recommend both. We had fun."
Dined on 02/16/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list
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Review 20 for St Louis Park Woodfire Grill
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
Mediocre food for the price
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Mediocre food for the price point. I expected more. Won't be returning, don't recommend."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2011
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Review 21 for St Louis Park Woodfire Grill
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Toasty
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The bartenders always do a great job whipping up a unique cocktail or an old standard like a rye Manhattan. The food is always excellent and the waitstaff always knowledgeable and friendly. Ask for the fireside table in the private dining room for a warm treat on a cold winter night."
Dined on 02/15/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 22 for St Louis Park Woodfire Grill
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Overall good experience on
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Overall good experience on Valentines day. Friendly, knowledgable staff. I GM two restaurants and was very pleased with my experience! We'll be back to try the bar and other things they offer."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2008
Special Features: good for groups, late-night find, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 23 for St Louis Park Woodfire Grill
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
We won
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Two steaks were underdone. The food was luke warm. Two of us were cold and had to wear out winter jackets. The service was slow despite the dining room not being full. However, the ambiance was nice."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2011
Special Features: romantic
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Review 24 for St Louis Park Woodfire Grill
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The real wood burning fireplace
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The real wood burning fireplace is a great treat in this cozy spot. The service is always wonderful and friendly. I eat here often and have never had anything that was not superb. The wood grilled meats are awesome and the pizza with potatoes and carmelized onions is to die for. At lunch the BLTE (egg) and Mexican Salsa verde soup are a must have. I crave them both and could eat these daily. AND you can talk and be heard without raising your voice. This place is just a gem!"
Dined on 02/09/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, romantic, great for lunch
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Review 25 for St Louis Park Woodfire Grill
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Went here for a business lunch.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Went here for a business lunch. We both has the prime rib and cheese curd sandwich, which was wonderful. Can't miss with cheese curds! Our ice tea and diet pop were kept full too as we talked for an extended time. Love the real wood burning fireplace too - the sound and the smell."
Dined on 02/05/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for lunch
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Review 26 for St Louis Park Woodfire Grill
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Food not cooked quite right.
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food not cooked quite right. A medium steak came out quite cooked on the outside, but cold on the inside. Risotto wasn't quite cooked enough. We still ate it, and had a lovely time.
The Bailey's Cheesecake was wonderful."
Dined on 02/01/2013
2006
Special Features: neighborhood gem, romantic
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Ratings-Only Reviews for St Louis Park Woodfire Grill
Based on the average of (52) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Very Good)
3.7
/
5
2 out of 2 recommend this product
Food
(Very Good)
3.7
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.8
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate