Grand Cafe Reviews List

Dined on 6/15/2013

Dined on 6/15/2013

2006

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"This delightful little restaurant in the South side of Minneapolis is a real treat. We started with their melange which was roasted peppers, goat cheese, artichoke hearts, salami variant, and serrano ham. Wonderful contrast of tastes and textures. Tomato bisque had a little fire in it, but not unpleasant. Their rabbit may the best I've ever had, including Europe. The chef was walking around and gave us a little update on how the rabbit was prepared, The owner/manager was also in attendance and checked with all of the tables. Service was impeccable. Wine list was balanced without having an unmanageable list---nice selections.
Definitely worth anyone's time fora good meal."

Dined on 6/15/2013

2006

Special Features: fit for foodies, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, special occasion

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Review 2 for Grand Cafe

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Good as usual

Dined on 6/09/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"This wonderful little cafe has satisfying food, a comfortable setting any attentive service. It is casual and comfortable."

Dined on 6/09/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, neighborhood gem

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Review 3 for Grand Cafe

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Dined on 5/28/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Grand Cafe never is always a winner. Food and service are some of the best in town. I love bringing friends to the Grand Cafe."

Dined on 5/28/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, romantic, neighborhood gem, hot spot, special occasion

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Review 4 for Grand Cafe

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Dined on 5/23/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"Rose tasting just wonderful. Great wines and interesting food pairings."

Dined on 5/23/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, neighborhood gem

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Review 5 for Grand Cafe

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

excellent main dishes

Dined on 5/17/2013

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"The vegetarian pasta was excellent. The pork osso bucco was more like a casssolet but tasted very good. Desserts were a disappointment. Service was very friendly and efficient. Worthwhile to visit."

Dined on 5/17/2013

Special Features: neighborhood gem

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Review 6 for Grand Cafe

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great Mother's Day Brunch

Dined on 5/12/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"I took my wife, 1 year-old, and in-laws out for Mother's Day brunch and couldn't have been happier. The service was just incredible, especially the busy day they were having. The wait staff are incredibly nice, knowledgeable, and professional. I love the old hardwood floors, tall tin ceilings, and retro bar. The food was unique and excellent. I would recommend this place to anyone and everyone. I absolutely loved it and so did my family!"

Dined on 5/12/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, great for brunch, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, hot spot, great for lunch, special occasion

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Review 7 for Grand Cafe

Overall rating

(Good) 3 / 5

In A Nutshell

Dined on 5/09/2013

Food

(Good) 3 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Fair) 2 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"I never would have picked this place out if I was just driving by but it's a nice little neighborhood gem. The menu is very limited but the food was fine. My friend enjoyed her grilled cheese and my burger was okay. A little disappointing considering it's supposed to be grass-fed beef and should've had more flavor. Service was fine for a non-busy Thursday lunch but nothing special. Only true quirk is that they don't split checks, which seems a little odd, so make sure you can do the math."

Dined on 5/09/2013

Special Features: neighborhood gem

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Review 8 for Grand Cafe

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

What a bargain!

Dined on 5/07/2013

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"We went on "Date Night" Tuesday, when they offer a fixed price menu for two that includes a small appetizer, delicious salad, choice of 3 entrees, and a bottle of wine for $50! That's $25 per person including the wine. Food was creative, beautifully served, and delicious, and service outstanding. We're going back."

Dined on 5/07/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem

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Review 9 for Grand Cafe

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Dined on 5/04/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"All four of us loved our meal and the service was great, too."

Dined on 5/04/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, neighborhood gem

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Review 10 for Grand Cafe

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Great Breakfast

Dined on 4/28/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"We were a party of 5 and had a great Sunday breakfast. Blueberry pancakes were awesome. Coffee is great. We have been here several times and will be back."

Dined on 4/28/2013

Special Features: great for brunch, neighborhood gem

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Review 11 for Grand Cafe

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Consistantly Great!!

Dined on 4/27/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"We live in this area...and, we are always trying new places. But, this is like our home. We feel at ease...can hear our conversations. Food and service are always just right. Our kids (as kids) and nephews grew up coming here...and, they now return here with their families and friends. This is the kind of place that we hope remains after we have gone.

Dined on 4/27/2013

Special Features: neighborhood gem

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Review 12 for Grand Cafe

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

A Great Find!

Dined on 04/25/2013

Dined on 04/25/2013

2010

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"The food was very delicious--save room for dessert because their affogato is to die for. The service was also impeccable. The waitstaff was very attentive and timely; everyone helped each other out and I got the impression all the waiters considered every table "their" table. The Grand Cafe has a very cozy, romantic ambience, so it would be a great place to impress that special someone."

Dined on 04/25/2013

2010

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion

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Review 13 for Grand Cafe

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Finest Meal in Years in Minneapolis

Dined on 04/27/2013

Dined on 04/27/2013

2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Simply put, we enjoyed the finest meal we've had in Minneapolis in years. The hand-cut Agnolotti with house made ricotta was something far beyond delicious. Ditto for the Halibut with peas. We are coming back...this week!"

Dined on 04/27/2013

2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion

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Review 14 for Grand Cafe

Overall rating

(Fair) 2 / 5

Needs Attention

Dined on 04/06/2013

Dined on 04/06/2013

2011

Food

(Fair) 2 / 5

Service

(Fair) 2 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"We chose Grand Cafe because the dinner menu we saw online offered a hamburger as one choice. We wanted to have a variety of choices and price points because we invited another couple to join us whose taste in restaurants we weren't familiar with. When we arrived we were told the hamburger was no longer a choice. We asked our waiter to split the check, which he did not. The pasta we ordered was a bit skimpy in size. Our waiter virtually disappeared after he took our order. We were not impressed.
When we came to Grand Cafe shortly after it opened several years ago we had a much better experience."

Dined on 04/06/2013

2011

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Review 15 for Grand Cafe

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Give it a try

Dined on 04/05/2013

Dined on 04/05/2013

2006

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Absolutely loved the place. Casual atmosphere. Great food. Reasonable prices."

Dined on 04/05/2013

2006

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list

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Review 16 for Grand Cafe

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

The Grand Cafe is one of my

Dined on 04/04/2013

Dined on 04/04/2013

2013

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"The Grand Cafe is one of my favorite restaurants."

Dined on 04/04/2013

2013

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Review 17 for Grand Cafe

Overall rating

(Good) 3 / 5

This was my first time to

Dined on 04/06/2013

Dined on 04/06/2013

2006

Food

(Good) 3 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"This was my first time to Grand Cafe. The food was good but not great. The same with the service. I think we had three different servers and no one person seemed to be "responsible" for us so there were some lapses in attentiveness. Not horrible, but noticeable. But the ambiance was terrific and cozy on a cold April night. Worth a visit."

Dined on 04/06/2013

2006

Special Features: neighborhood gem

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Review 18 for Grand Cafe

Overall rating

(Fair) 2 / 5

It was odd we went for a good

Dined on 04/05/2013

2008

Dined on 04/05/2013

2008

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Poor) 1 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"It was odd we went for a good evening. It started good with the waiter working hard... then he seemed to forget about us. It was like he disappear. We would think about going again but they don't seem to be able to handle a full restaurant."

Dined on 04/05/2013

2008

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Review 19 for Grand Cafe

Overall rating

(Good) 3 / 5

I thought the quality of the

Dined on 03/30/2013

Dined on 03/30/2013

2006

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"I thought the quality of the food was good, the portions were small, and it was extremely expensive for a neighborhood restaurant."

Dined on 03/30/2013

2006

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Review 20 for Grand Cafe

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

The food is always excellent.

Dined on 03/28/2013

Dined on 03/28/2013

2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"The food is always excellent. One of the very best restaurants in town."

Dined on 03/28/2013

2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion

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Review 21 for Grand Cafe

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

food and service is always

Dined on 03/23/2013

Dined on 03/23/2013

2006

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"food and service is always consistently good at the Grand Cafe. The neighborhood is lucky to have such a great restaurant in the community! Thanks for all your effort!"

Dined on 03/23/2013

2006

Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, special occasion, great for lunch

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Review 22 for Grand Cafe

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Raving Fan

Dined on 03/19/2013

2007

Dined on 03/19/2013

2007

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"easily one of my favorite restaurants in the TC. The Prix Fix meal on Tuesday night the best food and the best bargain in town. The ciappino cannot be matched. I love Chef Jim.
I love bringing friends to this restaurant."

Dined on 03/19/2013

2007

Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot

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Review 23 for Grand Cafe

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great food and service

Dined on 03/19/2013

Dined on 03/19/2013

2006

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"Our group of 4 really got lucky by visiting here on a Tuesday night. What a deal! Three courses plus a bottle of wine for $50 per couple! The courses were appetizers, salads, and main dishes, each stunning. The appetizers came 4 to a plate so easy to share, 2 beef carpaccios and 2 sardine roll ups, all with really neat sauces and flavors. The salads were perfectly dressed greens with fennel pollen for a kick. Two mains were offered, braised shortribs and cioppino. The cioppino was perfect, with the different shellfish and fish cooked for varying lengths of time so that everything came out cooked to perfection. The shortribs were fall-apart tender. The wine was a light, flavorful German pinot noir. Service was thoughtful. Ambiance is plain."

Dined on 03/19/2013

2006

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion

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Review 24 for Grand Cafe

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

OpenTable Diner

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

Special Features: great for brunch, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem

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Review 25 for Grand Cafe

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

A party of 5 and we all enjoyed

Dined on 03/05/2013

Dined on 03/05/2013

2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"A party of 5 and we all enjoyed our meals, wait person very helpful with recommendations and questions. We had appetizer, wine, main course and dessert. We definitely will return."

Dined on 03/05/2013

2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem

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Review 26 for Grand Cafe

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Starting to lose its charm?

Dined on 03/08/2013

Dined on 03/08/2013

2010

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"This is a favorite of mine. Unfortunately, my dinner guests had a complaint... Still love the food, but it's too loud for comfortable group conversation. They should turn down the music and stop tossing flatware."

Dined on 03/08/2013

2010

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Review 27 for Grand Cafe

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Grand is always a treat.

Top 50 Contributor

Dined on 03/07/2013

Dined on 03/07/2013

2006

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Grand is always a treat. Mary is a true hostess and is very proud ofnher place. We always eat here when I'm in town."

Dined on 03/07/2013

2006

Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion, hot spot

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Review 28 for Grand Cafe

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

On the recommendation of the

Dined on 03/03/2013

Dined on 03/03/2013

2010

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"On the recommendation of the waiter, we had the special daily flatbread which was spicy, light and very flavorful. The Cassoulet with duck confit was done just right - Yum! My husband had the Cioppino and it was filled with goodness (shrimp, mussels, scallops, oh my!). Excellent food and a great experience."

Dined on 03/03/2013

2010

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion

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Review 29 for Grand Cafe

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

We had a wonderful night there. Th

Dined on 03/02/2013

2007

Dined on 03/02/2013

2007

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"We had a wonderful night there.
The service was great!"

Dined on 03/02/2013

2007

Special Features: neighborhood gem

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Review 30 for Grand Cafe

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Oh My God was the food delicious!

Dined on 02/26/2013

2008

Dined on 02/26/2013

2008

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"Oh My God was the food delicious! We had flat bread that was amazing, I had the hash which was to die for. We shared a dessert that was a caramel budino that was a great way to cap off lunch. I would definitely recommended it to friends!"

Dined on 02/26/2013

2008

Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, great for lunch

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Review 31 for Grand Cafe

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

I took a friend to the Grand

Dined on 02/27/2013

Dined on 02/27/2013

2011

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"I took a friend to the Grand Cafe for his first experience and the first time i have been there since the new chef took over. We started with the charcuterie which was made all in house. Our favorites were the lomo and headcheese. We then had a flatbread with pesto, salami, and house pickled peppers. We then had the hand cut fettuccine with duck prosciutto and the.pasta was beautifully rolled. For entrees we shared a pork tenderloin with melt in your mouth pork belly and a tasty kumquat marmalade, and the bison ny strip barley risotto, foie gras, pickled ramp, and truffles. For dessert we had a budino which is a must, and cute house made truffle. The server was very informative and recommend the perfect wines. It was a grand experience!"

Dined on 02/27/2013

2011

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion

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Review 32 for Grand Cafe

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Delicious and unique food.

Dined on 02/23/2013

Dined on 02/23/2013

2011

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"Delicious and unique food. The house salad with the fenel vinegrette is a surprizing taste with fine aroma."

Dined on 02/23/2013

2011

Special Features: fit for foodies

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Review 33 for Grand Cafe

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

I loved everything about it.

Dined on 02/02/2013

Dined on 02/02/2013

2011

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"I loved everything about it. The food was great. Will definitely go back."

Dined on 02/02/2013

2011

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion

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Review 34 for Grand Cafe

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

My husband and I love treating

Dined on 02/16/2013

Dined on 02/16/2013

2010

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"My husband and I love treating ourselves to dinner at the Grand Cafe. We enjoy the intimate setting and attention that the chef and staff give to their guests. The food is consistently good. Wonderful to go out and enjoy a meal you would not be able to make at home (easily)."

Dined on 02/16/2013

2010

Special Features: romantic, special occasion

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Review 35 for Grand Cafe

Overall rating

(Fair) 2 / 5

I made my second visit to

Dined on 02/16/2013