Cuisine: Banquet, Fish & Seafood, Sushi
Restaurant Features: Bar, Banquet, Flatscreen TVs, Rooftop Patio
Location: Minneapolis, MN
Address: 1400 West Lake Street Minneapolis, Minnesota 55408 (612) 824-8862
Hours: *Sunday thru Wed.11:30am to Midnight *Thurs 11:30am-1:00am (food until 11:30) *Fri-Sat 11:30-2:00am (food until 12:30am)
Links: Stella’s Fish Cafe Website * Stella’s on Facebook * Google Map
Atmosphere: Stella’s Fish Cafe and Prestige Oyster Bar is located on Lake St, just across from Calhoun Square. The building is a large three-story building with a rooftop patio. The main floor is where you will find the bar and the main dining room, as well as the kitchen.
The lower level also contains a tank with live lobsters, just outside the kitchen.
The main floor also has a large bar area with several bistro tables spread throughout. There are many large windows that let in the sunlight and keep the room bright during the day.
Menu: Appetizers include Sushi Grade Tina Dip, Gorgonzola Table Bread, Surf and Turf Sliders, Jalapeno Skillet Cornbread, Edamame, Chesapeake Bay Crab Cakes, Fish Tacos, Deep Fried Walleye Fingers, Coconut Shrimp, Fresh Fried Calamari, Champagne Mussels, Cajun Beef Bites, Oysters Rockefeller, Hot Crab & Spinach Dip, Crispy Fried Chicken Wings.
Stellas also has a Prestige Oyster Bar with a variety of fresh raw oysters including Blue Point, Malpaques, Hog Neck Bay, Hawks Point, Oyster Bay, Totten Inlet, Japanese Style Oysters (topped with ponzu and chives) and Mexican Style Oysters (topped with citrus salsa and pico de gallo).
There are also a variety of fresh sushi rolls including Salmon Explosion( marinated wasabi salmon, cucumber and avocado topped with salmon), White Tuna Roll, Stella Roll (spicy tuna and cucumber), Crunchy (shrimp tempura, avocado, cucumbers), Tuna Poke Roll (ahi tuna, pineapple, asparagus, cilantro, topped with toasted sesame seeds and wasabi mayo), Baked Lobster Roll (crab and asparagus rolled in soy paper topped with baked lobster), Spicy Tuna Palooza (tuna, avocado, carrots, topped with tuna and chives), California Roll and Dragon Roll (tempura shrimp, cucumber, spicy mayo, topped with fresh eel, avocado and teriyaki).
Other Raw Bar items include Peel N Eat Shrimp, Daily Razzle Dazzle Ceviche, Sesame Crusted Ahi Tuna, Spicy Tuna Crisps and The Spicy Oshi.
Soups include New England Clam Chowder with Bacon and a Soup du Jour. Salads offered at Stella’s include Walnut Salad, Caesar, Roasted Beets over Mixed Greens, Miced Field Greens, and Asparagus and Prosciutto. There are also two larger salads meant for sharing: Caesar and Grilled Tuna Nicoise.
Stella’s Signatures include Stuffed Tilapia, King Crab, Blackened Swordfish, Stella’s Fish Sampler, Jambalaya, Blackened Ribeye, San Francisco Cioppino.
Fresh Fish selections vary from day to day but may include Grey Snapper, Halibut, Ahi Tuna, Altantic Salmon, Swordfish, Diver Scallops, and Maine Lobster.
Pasta options include Linguini Shrimp Scampi and Blackened Chicken Fettuccini.
Stella also has steaks for those who prefer turf over surf. Choose from 8 oz Filet Mignon, 16 oz Ribeye, 16 oz New York Strip, and 16 oz Bar Steak.
Platter and Basket options all come with french fries or garlic mashed potatoes and include Barbeque Ribs, Beer Battered Walleye, Coconut Shrimp, Lobster Roll, Fish N Chips, Cornmeal Crusted Catfish and Beer Battered Shrimp.
Price guide: Appetizers $6-15 Oysters $2.50+/ea Sushi $15 Salads $5-15 Signatures $22-55 Fresh Catch $22-35 Steaks $20-35
Happy Hour:
- Mon-Friday 3-6pm
- Sat-Sun 12pm-5pm
- Sun-Thurs 9pm-11pm
- Fri-Sat 10:30pm-12:30am
- $5.25 Appetizers: Salmon Burger Sliders, Philly Cheese Steak Sliders, Buffalo Wings, Fat Tire Frickels, BBQ Rib Basket, 1/2 lb Peel & Eat Shrimp, Hot Crab & Spinach Dip, Spicy Fried Calamari, Champagne Mussles, Cheese Curds, Taco of the Day, Ahi Tuna Crisps,
- $1 Oysters on the half shell
- 2-for-1 Rails and Taps
Weekly Specials:
Thursday- Crab Feast $24.95
Sunday- 1 1/4 lb whole live lobster $19.95
What we ordered: There was no doubt in my mind that we would be eating fresh oysters to start, the question was which kind we would order. Opting to eat in the dining room instead of having Happy Hour in the bar where the oysters were much cheaper, we ordered a dozen of the Blue Point Oysters because they seemed to be the best value and they came recommended by our server. These were tasty and tender without any hint of fishiness and even better when dressed with lemon, cocktail and fresh horseradish. My only complaint was that the size of the oysters was not consistent and some of them were very small.
There were many items on the menu that sounded delicious and the server had many good suggestions but when it came down to it, I ordered the Fish & Chips, a regular feature. These thick pieces of flaky cod were very enjoyable; the batter that was used had a pleasant mix of seasoning and the perfect amount of golden crispiness without being too greasy. There were three pieces of the cod which didn’t seem like an overly big portion for the price but it was truly excellent fish. The fries were fresh-cut and also very good, as were the tartar sauce and cole slaw.
After hearing a lot about Lobster Rolls recently, that is what my companion decided to order for dinner. The large pieces of cold lobster were tossed with mayo, celery, and a dash of lemon, then topped onto a warm, toasty baquette. This sandwich was quite good, especially to eat on a warm summer day. I personally prefer my lobster hot and buttery but this was a very refreshing way to eat it.
Service: We had pretty good service at Stella’s Fish Cafe. Our server was knowledgeable of the menu and had many recommendations. Our drinks were refilled in a decent amount of time but our meals were served to us too soon after the oysters were brought out. It is a pet peeve of mine to have the main course served before the appetizer is finished or taken away, the experience just isn’t as enjoyable when I feel rushed.
Overall Impression: I had been wanting to try Stella’s for years and finally made the trip to Uptown specifically to have oysters and fish. The oysters were good and the fish and chips were also excellent. Next time I will try to make it out on a nice day to take advantage of the rooftop patio and the cheap happy hour oyster specials!
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*** Abetto’s Deli is closed as of 10/14/11***
Cuisine: Deli, Italian, Pizza
Restaurant Features: Banquet, Catering, Counter-Service, On-Site Parking
Location: St Paul, MN
Address: 560 Como Ave St Paul, MN 55103 651-488-4040
Hours: Mon-Thurs 11am-8pm Fri-Sat 11am-10pm
Links: Abetto’s Website * Abetto’s on Facebook * Google Map
Atmosphere: Abetto’s Deli is located on Como Ave in St Paul ( at Kent St) with an attached liquor store. There is a counter to order at when you first walk in, with the food preparation area just behind the safety glass. The dining room in back is nothing fancy, but it is spacious and has wooden floors. There are several red & white-checkered banquet tables spread throughout.
Menu: Appetizers at Abetto’s include Garlic Toast, Garlic Cheese Toast, Italian Fries, and Chicken Wings.
Salad options include Chef, Garden and Italian.
Subs and Sandwiches include Cheese or Veggie, Corned Beef, Smoked Turkey, Roast Beef, Ham, Pepperoni, Tuna, Italian Salami and Meatball. Hot Sandwiches include Pizza Sub, Hail the Vulc, North of the Border, Meathead, Heartburn, Tuna Fetish, Mr Magoo, The Titan, Lunch Box 360, The In’Vince”ible,
Hot entrees include Baked Rigatoni, Hot Dago, Mostaccioli, Reuben, and Spaghetti & Meatballs.
Pizzas come in either 6″, 10″,12″ 14″. Build-your-own or choose from one of the following specialty pizzas: Canadian Bacon/Pineapple, Veggie, Reuben, House Special, Taco and Super Works.
Price guide: Appetizers $1-6 Salads $4-5 Subs $4-7 Hot Entrees $6-7 Pizza $4-18
Weekly Specials:
What I ordered: On my first visit to Abetto’s, I wasn’t sure what to try so I asked for a recommendation. The cook immediately replied with “Hot Dago” so the Hot Dago is what I got! My order came with a thick patty of Italian sausage sitting atop a fresh hoagie roll, then smothered in red sauce and mozzarella and baked until the cheese and bread were golden and toasty. This was pretty good; there was a substantial amount of all ingredients. I would get this again but next time I would see if I could get sauteed peppers and onions added to it to spice it up a little, I would also probably add crushed red pepper and parmesan.
One solo tasting of Abetto’s was not enough for me, so a few days after I ate the Hot Dago above, I went back and ordered a sub to-go. There were many appealing options but I ended up getting the Heartburn Sub. It wasn’t much more money to get a 12″ vs a 6″, so I went with the larger sub. Totally unnecessary, 6″ was almost too much for me! The heartburn sub has pepperoni and cheddar as well as roast beef and pepper jack, both of which are toasted along with the bread. There was a significant amount of both meats; this sandwich was seriously Stacked. The pepperoni was great but I didn’t care as much for the roast beef, it seemed too processed for me but I still ate it and enjoyed the sandwich. The sandwich also had plenty of shredded lettuce, tomatoes, and banana peppers, and then was drizzled with mayo and oil. Potentially a very very messy sandwich, which is why it is smartly cut in half and wrapped tightly in paper.
Service: I visited Abetto’s over the lunch hour on two separate occasions within one week and had consistent, friendly service on both visits. Toasted Specialty Subs are ready in 5-10 minutes, depending on how busy it is.
Overall Impression: I am glad to have discovered Abetto’s Deli after a reader recommended it, it is very close to where I work which makes it very convenient to stop to pick up a sandwich. They also have a great Pizza Special on Wednesday nights where a large 1-item pizza is only $5.60. That’s cheaper than DiGiorno!
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Cuisine: American
Restaurant Features: Banquet, Bar, Free Wi-Fi, Games, Live Music, Waterfront
Location: Stillwater, MN
Address: 317 Main Street Stillwater, MN 651-342-1502
Kitchen Hours:
Mon-Thurs 11 am-8pm Fri-Sat 11am-10pm Sun 11am-8pm (Bar open later)
Links: Rafter’s Website * Rafters on Facebook * Google Map
Atmosphere: Rafters Food & Spirits is located on the second level of 317 Main Street, near the heart of downtown Stillwater. There are entrances into the building from the back (facing St Croix waterfront) and from Main Street. This space has been occupied by several different restaurants over the years, with Rafter’s Food & Spirits being the newest as of January 2011.
The space is long and open, with large windows looking out onto the St Croix River which is just across the parking lot. There is nothing fancy about Rafter’s, it definitely feels like a bar inside and there is nothing cozy about it. They do offer live music late-nights on the weekend and they have a variety of entertaining bar games.
Menu: Appetizers at Rafter’s include Mozzarella Sticks, Potato Skins, Boneless Wings, Jalapeno Poppers, Cheddar Jack Buffalo Chips, Fried Pickles, Santa Fe Chicken Eggrolls, Bamboo Shrimp Skewers, Fried Ravioli, Chicken Wings (Jerk, Buffalo).
Salads include House, Caesar, and Southwest.
Burgers are all 1/3 lb and served with chips. Options include Black Blue, California, Mushroom Swiss, BBQ Bacon Cheddar and the Rafter’s Burger (two 1/3 patties with bacon, three cheeses, sauteed mushrooms and onions).
Chicken Sandwiches include Buffalo Chicken, Chicken Club, Cajun Southwest Chicken, Citrus Grilled Chicken, Rafter’s Spicy Chicken Hoagie Melt. Other sandwiches that Rafter’s offers are the Walleye, Reuben, Hot Beef & Cheddar, Beer Battered Fish, Meatball Marinara, Philly Beef, Burgandy Peppercorn Steak, Veggie Burger, and BLT.
Price guide: Appetizers $7-8 Burgers/Sandwiches $8-10
- Monday-Thursday 3-6pm
Weekly Specials:
Monday- All You Can Eat Wings 5-8pm $4
Tuesday- All You Can Eat Taco Bar 5-8pm $5
Wednesday- All You Can Eat Pulled Pork & BBQ Chicken 5-8pm $5
Thursday- All You Can Eat Fettuccine Alfredo & Spaghetti/Meatballs 5-8 pm $5
What we ordered: We visited on a Monday night to discover that they had an all-you-can-eat wing bar for $4. Score! They had three types of wings: Buffalo, Jerk, and Plain and several types of dipping sauces. I started with the Jerk Wings. Each wing was cooked in its entirety but they were soft and tender and very easy to remove from the bones. The flavor on them was zesty and slightly spicy.
I also had a plate of the Buffalo Wings when a hot new batch was brought out. I love buffalo wings but I wasn’t the biggest fan of the sauce they used but at $4 for AYCE I wasn’t complaining! The beer was also cheap at $2 for domestic taps so we washed a few down.
I really wasn’t sure what I was in the mind for, so I asked the server/bartender was he recommended. He told me he wasn’t sure.??? That is usually a bad sign if your server can’t make a recommendation. So next I asked him what he has served other people that looked good and he immediately said the Reuben. You know I am a Reuben girl so I went with it.
I was immediately dumbfounded to be presented with a Reuben that looked like it had melted cheddar cheese. Does this not look like Cheddar cheese? I hate to be picky but I did not want a reuben with cheddar cheese, so I alerted the server who asked if I would like a new one or for this one to be removed it from my bill. I opted for the latter and told him not to bother making me a new sandwich, I would just eat a few more wings from the wing buffet instead. A short time later the cook appeared at my table to apologize about the sandwich but also to explain that it was not, in fact, cheddar cheese on the Reuben. It was thousand island dressing that had oozed over the edges when they put on the bread. Honest mistake on my part! Minutes later he brought me a new reuben without the thousand island. I thought that was nice considering he didn’t charge me and I ended up getting two sandwiches out of the deal. The sandwich was actually decent, but far from ranking with the best. It was served with potato chips.
My companion ordered the Mushroom Swiss Burger, which was satisfactory but on the small side at just 1/3lb.
Service: We visited on a Monday night when it was not very busy, so the only employee working with customers was the bartender. He was nice but didn’t have any recommendations from the menu and wasn’t in a hurry to check up on us. However, he handled the situation with my food professionally when the problem was brought to his attention.
Overall Impression: I wasn’t terribly impressed with Rafter’s Food & Spirits. The food, service and atmosphere were mediocre but $4 for all-you-can-eat wings and cheap beer make it an acceptable place to visit on a Monday night. I see potential for this location but would love to see something more upscale with really good food.
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Cuisine: American, Fish & Seafood, Steaks, Dessert
Restaurant Features: Banquet, Happy Hour (bar only), On-Site Parking, Patio, Sunday Brunch
Location: North Oaks, MN
Address: 5959 Centerville Road North Oaks, MN 55127 651-426-9222
Hours: Mon-Thurs 5-9pm (Bar 4-10pm), Fri-Sat 5pm-10pm (bar 4-11pm) Sun 10am-8pm
Links: Tria Website * Tria on Facebook * Google Map
Atmosphere: Tria is located at Centerville Rd and County Rd J in a large, beautiful building that more closely resembles a modern mansion than a restaurant. There are six dining areas within the property. The main dining room is just inside the entrance; a homey room with arched entries, fireplaces and wooden floors.
Another popular area at Tria is the Bar, which is where we sat. The beautiful wooden bar is the center of the room, with big booths running along the wall.
This is one of the areas available for private dining
Private Dining Area at Tria ~ North Oaks, MN
Here is another dining space.
Additional Dining Area at Tria ~ North Oaks, MN
Menu: Appetizers at Tria include Bruschetta Boursin, Seared Scallops, Escargot, Beef Bites, Crab Cakes, Spinach Artichoke Dip, Dijon Chicken Bites, Walleye Fingers, Chicken Tenders, Calamari, Shrimp Pronto Pup, Mushroom Puff, Wild Mushroom Flatbread (bar only, and Prosciutto and Arugula Flatbread (bar only).
Soups include Cream of Wild Rice and Brie, French Onion, and the Scallop and Cucumber. Salad offerings are the Caesar, Wedge, Spinach and Roasted Beet.
Casual Classics include Chicken Pot Pie, 1/2 lb Burger, Chicken Club, Walleye, Prime Rib Dip, and Baked Mac N Cheese.
Tria’s Entrees include Tournedos of Beef (choice of Dijon Cream, Bearnaise or Sauteed Mushrooms), Walleye (broiled, blacked or pan fried), Veal Scaloppine (piccata, marsala, caprese), Chicken Penne, Pappardelle Pasta, Chardonnay Chicken, Parmesan Crusted Chicken, Stuffed Chicken, Pork Shank, Steak Frites, 6 oz or 9 oz Filet Mignon, 14 oz Ribeye, New York Strip, Lamb Chops, Venison, Salmon, Seared Ahi Tuna, Halibut, Sea Bass, Scallops, and Shrimp Scampi.
Desserts include Artisan Cheese Board, Homemade Ice Cream (pistachio white chocolate, ), Homemade Sorbet, Hot Fudge or Mixed Berry Sundae, Chocolate Lava Cake, New York Cheesecake, Creme Brulee, Chocolate Decadence, Apple Tart, and Chomeur Pudding. There are also a number of dessert wines and ports.
Price guide: Appetizers $7-12 Entrees $15-30 Desserts $3-9
Happy Hour:
- Early Bird M-F 4:00-6:30
- Late Night M-Th 9pm-close Sunday 8pm-close
- Bar Area Only
- 1/2 price Salmon Creek Chardonnay or Pinot Noir, Michelob Golden Light, House Rail Cocktails
- $3 off Appetizers
Weekly Specials:
Wednesday- Maple Glazed Pork Chops with Mashed Potatoes $18
Thursday- Prime Rib with Twice Baked Potato, Green Beans and Popover Queen Cut $20 King Cut $24
Friday- Cioppino $27
Saturday- Beef Short Ribs with Mashed Potatoes $24
Sunday- Prime Rib with Twice Baked Potato, Green Beans and Popover Queen $20 King $24
What we ordered: My companions and I visited Tria during Happy Hour, so we ordered several appetizers, including the Chicken Dijon Bites. These little bites of white meat chicken were mixed with a flavorful, creamy dijon mustard sauce along with sauteed mushrooms and spinach. Delicious and low-carb! Came with a long slice of toasted ciabatta.
We also tried the Artichoke Dip, which was also very good. The blend of cheeses, spinach and artichokes was baked in a ramekin with breadcrumbs on top. It was served with a plate-full of golden baguette toasts. Both the dip and the toast were wonderful, just wish there was more dip for all the toast ;)
We also had the Beef Bites, mmm mmm mmm. The bites of beef were tender and juicy, seasoned with Montreal spices and cooked in a red wine reduction, then served with a side of bearnaise and extra-long slice of toasted ciabatta. Delish!
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Beef Bites at Tria ~ North Oaks, MN
And last but certainly not least of the appetizers is the Wild Mushroom Flatbread. I like everything I tried but this definitely stood out, it was fabulous! The flatbread was topped with chive oil, fresh garlic, wild mushrooms and boursin cheese, then baked to a crispy golden brown and topped with fresh sprouts. The pizza was light and very flavorful and I absolutely loved the cheese they used, it had much more to offer in the flavor department than any ordinary mozzarella. I might dream about this pizza, it was that good.
We also ordered a Burger with Bacon and Bleu Cheese. The burger was 1/2 lb of beef topped with extra thick slices of smokey bacon and bleu cheese crumbles on a fresh, toasted bun. The entire thing was very good but the bacon was outstanding.
We were definitely full from our appetizers and wine but when I heard they had a list of homemade ice creams and sorbets, I had to try one. Our server ran down the list of flavors and once I heard “pistachio” I was sold. This was no ordinary pistachio ice cream. It was a scoop of frozen heaven in a dish and I am an ice cream lover to the core. It was rich, creamy and packed full of small pieces of pistachios and the white chocolate was infused into the pistachio cream. Heavenly!
Service: We had excellent service at Tria. We wanted to take advantage of the happy hour specials so we sat in the bar; fortunately we arrived early enough that a booth was available. Our server greeted us right away and told us about the happy hour specials. Our glasses of wine arrived within minutes so we enjoyed it while we looked over the appetizer menu. Our server was great about checking on us even when the bar area became busy, all requests were taken care of quickly.
Overall Impression: I am glad I finally tried Tria; the food, service and atmosphere were all excellent. I am still thinking about the Wild Mushroom Flatbread and the Pistachio Ice Cream, but would also like to have dinner there next time I visit. Looking forward to the patio when it gets a little warmer too!
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Disclosure: I was invited out to do this review and my meal was provided by the restaurant. All opinions are my own.
Cuisine: American, Dessert, Italian, Pasta, Steak, Chops
Restaurant Features: Bar, Banquet, Catering, Happy Hour, Kids Menu, On-Site Parking, Patio
Location: Apple Valley, MN
Address: 15435 Founders Lane Apple Valley, MN 55124 952-891-6569
Hours: Mon-Thurs 11a-9p Fri-Sat 11a-10p Sun 10a-9p
Links: Enjoy! Website * Enjoy on Facebook * Google Map
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Atmosphere: Enjoy! is located in a very large, impressive building about 1/2 mile south of Country Rd 42 off of Galaxie Dr. and Founders Ln. The restaurant is divided into seven distinct areas, The Conservatory (pictured below), The Upper Dining Room, The Grotto, The Vintage Room, The Water’s Edge Patio, The Bar Patio, and The Lounge. We ate in the lovely Conservatory which had a beautiful fireplace complete with a large-tile mosaic painting. One highlight of the room was the magnificent domed skylight. In addition to having tables, this area also has high-backed booths which offer a sense of privacy.
The Upper Dining Room is another one of the many seating areas at Enjoy! that is perfect for groups, offering larger booths and tables that can accommodate many.
Enjoy! also has The Vintage Room available for Banquets and larger parties. The Lounge is also a big, beautiful area and is also the place to go for a great Happy Hour.
Menu: Enjoy! just unveiled their new menus within the past few weeks with a great selection of favorites as well as many new items. The Lunch Menu is served Mon-Sat 11am-3pm and includes Bruschetta, Calamari, Mozzarella and Artichoke Bake, Sausage Stuffed Mushrooms and Crab Cakes for Appetizers.
In addition to many of the pastas, salads, seafoods and meats that are offered at dinner, Enjoy! has a nice selection of Specialty Sandwiches on the Lunch Menu: Prime Rib Dip, Chicken Cashew, BLT, Ultimate Grilled Cheese (cheddar, fontina and bacon), Turkey Club, Chicken Bacon Avocado Wrap, Pulled Pork, Grilled Chicken, Reuben, Rachel, Beer Battered Cod, and Open Faced Turkey. Burgers are also offered at lunch; Juicy Lucy, Avocado Bacon, Crispy Cheddar, Black and Blue or Build Your Own.
The Dinner Menu is served after 3pm and has starters such as Bruschetta, Calamari, Mozzarella and Artichoke Bake, Sausage Stuffed Mushrooms, Seared Scallops, Crab Cakes, Tenderloin Tips, and the Warm Cheese Sampler.
Grilled Flatbread options include Pesto Chicken, Mushroom and Garden (olive, artichoke, tomato, garlic).
Enjoy! also offers salads including the Caesar, Iceberg Wedge, Strawberry Spinach Salad, Chopped, Avocado and Crab, Tenderloin, and the Enjoy! Salad (pear, gorgonzola, walnuts). Soups offered are French Onion, Tomato Basil and Lobster Chowder.
Classics are the Chicken Pot Pie, Grilled Chicken Sandwich or Build-Your-Own-Burger.
Pasta dishes at Enjoy! include Cannelloni, Fettuccine Alfredo, Spicy Sausage Penne, Short Rib Lasagna, Shrimp Angel Hair, Seafood Fettuccine, Lobster Ravioli, and Duck Risotto.
Meat Entrees offered are the Chicken Parmesan, Chicken Piccata, Oven Roasted Chicken, Flat iron Steak, Sirloin, Filet Mignon, New York Strip (14oz), Ribeye (16oz), Veal Marsala, Lamb Chops, Pork Chops and Prime Rib.
Seafood and Fish selections at Enjoy! are the Tilapia, Mahi Mahi, Pecan Crusted Walleye, Crab and Brie Stuffed Salmon, Halibut, Sea Bass, Seared Scallops, and Lobster Tail.
Side dishes include Fingerling Potatoes, Parmesan Leek Hash Browns, Mashed Potatoes, Whipped Sweet Potatoes, House Cut Fries, Boursin or Bleu Cheese Bubble Bread, Fettuccine Alfredo, Herb Risotto, Asparagus, Mushrooms, Green Beans, and Broccolini.
Desserts at Enjoy! are heavenly. Options include Maple Creme Brulee, Chocolate Molten Lava Cake, Cheesecake, Carrot Cake, Chocolate Bread Pudding, Key Lime Pie, Banana Cream Pie, Upside Down Walnut Crusted Apple Pie, Hot Fudge Sundae and Italian Gelato or Sorbet. There are also a number of dessert coffees, drinks, cordials and ports.
Kids Menu items include Buttered Noodles, Spaghetti, Penne & Cheese, Chicken Fingers, Grilled Cheese, Mini Burgers, Grilled Chicken, and Beef Tenderloin. Served with drink and ice cream sundae.
Price guide: Appetizers $7-12 Sandwiches $ Pastas $13-23 Entrees$ 17-29 Seafood $17-29 Desserts $4-7 Kids Menu $5-10
Happy Hour:
- Sunday-Thursday 3pm-Close Friday 3-6:30pm
- Specials available in the Lounge Only
- $3- Opulent martinis, Jameson, Beefeater, Captain Morgan, Michelob Golden, Miller Lite, Leinenkugel’s Honey Weiss, Sam Adams, Summit Epa,
- $4-Canyon Road Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon, white zinfandel, Bass Ale, Amstel Light, Blue Moon, Ranger Pale Ale
- $5- Enjoy! Wines- Chardonnay, Cabernet and Syrah, Guinness and Stella Artois
- $6 Any signature martini or cocktail, French Onion Soup, Emjoy! Salad, Spinach Salad, Bruschetta, Chicken Tenders, Garden Flatbread
- $7 Lobster Chowder, Mozzarella and Artichoke Bake, Calamari, Bubble Bread, Pesto Chicken Flatbread
- $8- Fish & Chips, Crab Cakes, Sausage Stuffed Mushrooms, Seared Scallops, Garden Shrimp Flatbread
- $9 – Tenderloin Tips, Shrimp Cocktail, Mushroom Flatbread, Black & Blue Flatbread, Warm Cheese Sampler
Sunday Brunch:
- 10am-3pm
- Adults/ $21.95 Kids 3-11/ $11.95
- Assorted Muffins and Pastries, Yogurt Parfait Bar, Fresh Fruits, Antipasti, Shrimp Cocktail, Enjoy! Salad, SunDried Tomato Pesto Salad, Scrambled Eggs, Eggs Benedict, Bacon, Sausage, Parmesan Leek Hash Brown Potatoes, Sausage Penne, Chicken Rigatoni, Tilapia, Eggs and Omeletes (cooked to order), French Toast, Belgian Waffle, Carved Beef, and Chocolate Fountain.
- Includes Orange Juice, Coffee, Champagne or Mimosa.
What we ordered: We started with a couple of beverages, I had the House Pinot Noir and my companion had the Raspberry Mint Long Island. Oh, was this yummy! It was sweet and fruity yet still packed quite a punch. You’ll feel real good after a couple of these!
We also got this complimentary basket of different breads, French, Sourdough, Pumpernickel, and a Flatbread Cracker. All were very good, it was nice to have a variety to choose from.
We tried the Calamari, which was extremely tender. The strips were thick and cooked perfectly without any hint of chewiness. The outside wasn’t as crispy as I like it but since that would mean overcooking it, I’ll take it tender over chewy any day! It was served with two dips, the spicy marinara and a lemon herb aoili. Both were excellent!
We also got the Tenderloin Tips, a great choice if you want mouth-watering, tender beef. These bite-sized pieces were pan-seared in a tangy bourbon sauce, topped with green onion and tomato and served with a creamy horseradish sauce for dipping. These were great!
My companion also tried the Lobster Chowder. This soup was extremely enjoyable; the sweet and tender bites of lobster were the star of this dish with the corn, potato, and leeks cooked al dente to create a nice contrast in texture to the creamy broth.
There were so many temptations on the menu that when I saw the special Tasting Menu featuring a sampling of regular menu offerings, I knew it was the perfect choice for me. The first course had a sample of the Enjoy! Salad, Lobster Chowder and Bruschetta. I loved every bite of the Lobster Chowder, as described previously. The Enjoy! Salad was also very good; a mix of greens with gorgonzola cheese, slices of pear, candied walnuts and tossed in a citrus vinaigrette. One of my favorite salads! The Bruschetta was also delightful, a combo of fresh tomato with basil served over grilled french bread then drizzled with balsamic vinegar. Reminds me of summer!
The main course included a sampling of Halibut, Canneloni and Chicken Picatta. The Halibut was a thick sampling of the filet, seared to an appetizing golden brown and served over a creamy mustard sauce with asparagus tips. The Canneloni is one of the signature dishes at Enjoy!, a tube of pasta stuffed with ground beef, pork, tomatoes, ricotta then topped with mozzarella and served on a bed of spicy marinara. This was wonderful, a real classic. The ground meats were very flavorful but one of my favorite aspects of the dish was the combination of red and white sauces. The third item of this sampler and my favorite of the three was the Chicken Picatta. This decent-sized pounded chicken breast was served over a creamy herbed risotto and topped with a light and creamy lemon butter caper sauce. This was so delicious! The lemon was apparent without being overpowering and the capers provided just a hint of saltiness.
The dessert course also had three delicious samples: the Chocolate Bread Pudding, Maple Creme Brulee and Espresso Cheesecake. I started with the Chocolate Bread Pudding. This had a good taste but the texture of it was slightly hard so I moved on to the creamy creme brulee. I loved it! It was very creamy but didn’t have the eggy texture that custard often gets. It had a candied sugar crust on top that gave just a hint of crunch to contrast the creaminess. The third dessert sample was the Cheesecake, a bite of heaven supported by a crunchy oreo cookie crust then topped with an espresso glaze. Mmmmm
After much deliberation my companion ordered the Sea Bass for an entree. Oh My was this delectable! The filet itself was perfectly cooked, light and flaky, served over a bed of delicious veggies. The roasted brussel sprouts, swiss chard and crispy bacon bites were tossed in a creamy citrus butter sauce; every bite was wonderful.
We shared this Coffee with Bailey’s for an after-dinner drink while enjoying our desserts
My companion also ordered the Key Lime Pie, which was exceptional. It was creamy and tart yet sweet. Scrumptious!
Service: I had made a reservation and despite being late, my table was waiting for me when I got there. The hostess checked our coats right away and shortly after we were seated we were greeted by our server. We took our time looking over the menu however the server really helped by highlighting the special features and making other recommendations. The pacing of the food was just right, giving us time to finish each course before the next arrived. Overall I was very pleased with the service, it certainly made the experience even more enjoyable.
Overall Impression: I was very impressed with Enjoy! and can honestly say it is one of the best (new-to-me) restaurants I have tried in many months. The facilities are gorgeous and the perfect place to have a group dinner or event. The new dinner menu is impressive, as are the Chef’s Special Features; we enjoyed everything we tried. I have not yet eaten at Enjoy! for lunch but all of the sandwiches sounded wonderful and the best part about lunch is that it is guaranteed 45 minutes or less or it is free! I look forward to going back once the weather warms up so I can enjoy the patio too!
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Cuisine: Russian
Restaurant Features: Bar, Banquet, Late-Night Dining (Fri-Sat until 12am)
Location: St Paul, MN
Address: 371 Selby Ave St Paul, MN 55102
Hours: Mon-Thurs 11am-2pm & 5-11pm Friday 11am-2pm & 4pm-1am Saturday 4pm-1am
Links: Moscow on the Hill Website * Moscow on the Hill Facebook Page * Google Map
Atmosphere: Moscow on the Hill is located on Selby Avenue across the street from W.A. Frost. I was somewhat surprised by the simple outside appearance of the restaurant, as I had been envisioning a building with Russian architecture, but I know not to judge a book by its cover. One foot in the door on a Saturday night and you can tell this is a very lively place; there are people everywhere and accordion music can be heard somewhere in the near background. The tables are somewhat close together and one thing that struck me was how loud it was inside. It was all I could do to hear our soft-spoken waiter above all the people and accordion music.
A good portion of the space is made up of the bar and lounge area, a cool place to grab a drink while waiting for a table.
On the weekends this accordian player strolls by the tables, entertaining guests.
All of the lights are draped with these Russian Scarves in different colors.
Menu: Appetizers at Moscow on the Hill include Blini (buttered crepes), Blini with Caviar, Blini with Chicken, Escargot, Gravlax (cured salmon), Russian Herring (cured), Pate, Pickled Vegetables, Cheboureki (lamb stuffed fried pastry), Pirozhki (beef and cabbage pastries).
Soups include Borscht and Matza Ball. Salad offerings are the Duck Prosciutto, Tea Smoked Chicken and Smoked Salmon.
The hearty Russian and European-influenced entrees at Moscow on the Hill include Siberian Style Pelmeni Dumplings, Vareniki Dumplings (filled with potato and caramelized onion), Givetch (sauteed veggies and rice pilaf), Walleye, Salmon Fillet with Vareniki, Duck Breast “Ekaterina”, Chicken Kiev , Chicken “Kolobok”, Beef Tenderloin Fillet, Beef Stroganoff, Lamb Kebob, and Czar’s Medallions.
Rice pilaf , Mashed Potato, Sautéed vegetables, Fried baby red potato with dill & garlic, mushrooms and onion are offered as side dishes.
Desserts include White Russian Tiramisu, Dark Chocolate Mousse, Truffles, and Napoleon pasty filled with fruit and vanilla custard.
Price guide: Appetizers $5-13 Salads $8-19 Entrees$14-22 Dessert $6-7
- Monday-Thurs 5-6 & 9-10 Fri-Sun 4-6
- Half Price Tap beers, House vodka shots, Rail vodka cocktails
- $5 House Specialties: Marusya Gold, Bloody Russian, Cherry Gimlet
- $3 Appetizers (or 3 for $7): Blini with Chicken, Creamy Mushrooms, Mushrooms in sour cream sauce, Pirozhki with Cabbage, Baked pastry served with creamy dill-garlic sauce, Chopped Liver Pate with Russian rye bread, Pelmeni dumplings, CheburekFried lamb stuffed pastry
- $7 Pirozhki and Borscht Combo
What we ordered: We started out with cocktails, I had a Cherry Gimlet. It was tart and strong, a nice combo.
One of my companions ordered the Bloody Russian, made with the horseradish vodka. I tried a sip of this and wished I had ordered one of these instead, I loved the flavor of the horseradish vodka. It had pickles and olives on a toothpick and a lot of spices mixed with the tomato juice. If you like Bloody Marys, this is one you don’t want to miss. Served with a beer chaser.
As soon as I saw Borscht on the menu, I knew I had to try this traditional soup made of beets, red cabbage and potato. The soup was a distinct clear, dark pinkish-red color, and was somewhat sweet. The dill and sour cream were nice compliments to the sweetness, which tasted a lot like the pickled red cabbage you find in German cuisine. Very different but delicious.
One of my companions ordered the Matza Ball Soup, which was very good. The Matza balls had the typical spongy texture and had soaked in the chicken flavor of the stock they were cooked in.
As usual, I had a hard time making up my mind about what to order, as many sounded very good. I decided on the Salmon Filet with Vareniki dumplings. This dish was really good! The bowl had several of the steamed dumplings, filled with mashed potato and caramelized onions. They reminded me a lot of pierogies. The dumplings were covered with a sour cream and dill sauce, with a beautifully blacked salmon filet sitting on top. I enjoyed this dish very much! The salmon was purposely undercooked and had more flavor in the seasonings than I was expecting. The combination of flavors between the salmon, sour cream and potato dumplings was a great change of pace from the dishes I typically order. Very good!
Two of my companions both ordered the Czar’s Medallions, a large thinly sliced breaded pork cutlet topped with a creamy mushroom sauce and then baked cheeses on top. It was served with mashed potatoes and sauteed veggies. I thought this was also very tasty, a good dish for someone hesitant to step away from the familiar. One of my companions liked this dish a lot, the other doesn’t care for mushrooms and hadn’t ordered it without. I wouldn’t say it has a strong mushroom flavor by any means, but if you don’t like the texture of mushrooms, you’d probably want to order it without.
Another companion ordered the Siberian Pelmeni Dumplings. I tried one of these and it honestly tasted a lot like a steamed Chinese dumpling, but was served with sour cream and vinegar instead of soy sauce. They were filled with ground beef and pork then steamed. The portion size was pretty big, very good.
Service: Knowing we would be visiting on a Saturday night during Winter Carnival, I had made a reservation earlier that day. Despite being over an hour late for the reservation, they had saved a table for us and made us feel welcome. Our server had good suggestions for us but was very soft spoken and hard to hear. Drinks were brought out within 5 minutes and water was constantly refilled. Entrees took around thirty minutes but soups were brought soon enough to tide us over.
Overall Impression: I had heard of Moscow on the Hill for years and after this first visit, I can finally say I have been there and tried Russian food. The food is good and the service is decent, as long as you don’t mind how loud it is on a busy weekend evening. Parking is on-street and having a reservation is a good idea.
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Cuisine: American, Steak, Chops, Ribs, Fish, Seafood, Pasta
Restaurant Features: Bar, Banquet, Buffet, Kids Menu, On-Site Parking, Pull-Tabs, Sunday Brunch
Location: Maplewood, MN
Address: 2999 Highway 61 North • Maplewood, MN • Phone: 651.482.0384
Hours: Mon-Thurs 11am – 9pm Fri- Sat 11am. – 10pm Sun Brunch 10am. – 2pm Sun Dinner 2pm -9pm
Links: Gulden’s Website * Gulden’s Facebook Page * Google Map
Atmosphere: Gulden’s is located on Hwy 61 (just south of 694) in Maplewood, near Maplewood Mall. The upper level of the restaurant is separated into a couple of large rooms. The main dining rooms are found to the left of the main entrance and the bar is located to the right/back. The decor is very basic, with vinyl booths and plastic laminate tables. The tables can conveniently be arranged to accommodate larger parties. Gulden’s has been family owned and operated since 1934.
Gulden’s Lounge is in a separate space adjacent to the main dining room, with a full bar and plenty of tables to sit at. They also offer pull-tabs.
Gulden’s also has a large lower-level that is used for banquets and weddings (up to 190 guests).
Menu: Appetizers at Gulden’s include Chicken Wings, Chicken Tenders, Onion Rings, Cheese Sticks, Potato Skins, Garlic Toast, Garlic Cheese Toast, Mini Tacos, Italian Fries, Frog Legs, Cheddar Jalapeno Poppers, Nachos Supreme, Chicken Nachos, Quesadilla and Jumbo Shrimp
Soup and Salad options include Caesar, Taco Salad and Salad Bar. Soup changes daily
Gulden’s sandwiches are served with fries and include the Gulden’s Club, Reuben, Prime Rib Dip, Sirloin Sandwich, Fish Sandwich, Hamburger and Gulden’s Cheeseburger.
Prime Cuts include Top Sirloin, Texas Top Sirloin, Filet Mignon, Smoked Pork Chops, Porterhouse, Steak and Shrimp, Steak Oscar, Prime Rib (12 oz, 16oz, 20oz), and Pork Ribs.
Fish and Seafood dishes include Jumbo Shrimp, Scrod Oscar, Frog Legs, Broiled Walleye, and Seafood Combo.
Gulden’s also has a variety of chicken and pasta dishes including Chicken, Ribs or Steak Combo, Chicken Oscar, Texas Chicken, Marinated Chicken Breast, Ravioli, Fried Chicken, Chicken Parmesan, Fettuccine Alfredo, Tortellini Alfredo, Pasta Primavera, and Cajun Chicken Alfredo.
The Gulden Specials include your choice of one entree, with choice of potato and soup or salad. Entree choices include Alaskan Pollack, Popcorn Shrimp, Spaghetti and Meatballs, Zander Filet with Almonds, Liver & Onions, 8oz Sirloin, 10oz Ground Sirloin with Mushrooms, BBQ Pork Ribs, Homemade Lasagna, Surf & Turf and Chicken Kiev. All are $11.95
Kids menu items include hamburger, grilled cheese, mini corn dogs, chicken fingers, deep fried fish, spaghetti with meatballs, macaroni and cheese
Price guide: Appetizers $5-9 Salads $7-9 Sandwiches/Burgers $8-9 Prime Cuts$14-25 Seafood $15-18 Chicken/Pastas $10-16 Kids Meal $5
Early Bird Specials: Served between 11am-5pm, all come with choice of potato and soup or salad for $8.95: Spaghetti and Meatballs, Alaskan Pollack, 6 oz Sirloin, 8 oz Ground Sirloin with Mushrooms, Lasagna, 1/4 Fried Chicken,and 4 oz Chicken Kiev.
Happy Hour: Monday – Saturday 11:00am. – 7pm. Wing specials all the time in the lounge.
Sunday Brunch:
- $12.95/ Adults $9.95/Seniors $6.95/ Kids 5-12 Free/ Kids 4 and Under
- 10am-2pm
- 2 kinds of Scrambled Eggs , Homemade Bread Pudding, Eggs Benedict, Roast Turkey,
Sausage, Baked Ham, Bacon, Chefs Choice Entrée, Smoked Sausage , Au Gratin Potatoes, French Toast, Mashed Potatoes, Hashbrowns, Stuffing, Homemade Carmel Rolls , Hot Vegetable, Fresh Fruit, 20 Item Salad Bar, Pies/Bars/and all the other goodies
What we ordered: We started with this complimentary basket of French Rolls. They were soft and warm on the inside, crusty on the outside.
The soup that was offered the night of our visit was Clam Chowder, which my companion and I shared. The soup was pretty good, thick and full of chunky vegetables.
Even though I was tempted to order the Reuben, I ended up ordering the Prime Rib Dip. Excellent choice! This was real prime rib, thinly sliced and piled (PILED!) high on the toasted kaiser roll. It was served with au jus and I also asked for a side of freshly grated horseradish. The sandwich came with a pile of crispy shoestring potatoes. I would definitely get this sandwich again, it was excellent (and only $8.95!)
My companion ordered the Fried Chicken Meal, which was also very good. It had a thick, crispy batter on it and was fried until it was a perfect dark golden color. Very juicy on the inside!
Service: We arrived long after the dinner hour and had to wait nearly five minutes at the host stand before we were acknowledged. Once we were seated, our server was very friendly and had several recommendations. Drinks were filled in a timely fashion and other requests were also quickly satisfied.
Overall Impression: I literally have driven by Gulden’s on 61 hundreds of times and had only been there one other time almost a decade ago. Glad I finally stopped in and I will be back. The decor at Gulden’s is nothing fancy but the food was pretty good and was reasonably priced.
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Cuisine: Fish & Seafood, Steak, Dessert
Restaurant Features: Banquet, Bar, Catering, On-Site Parking, Sunday Brunch
Location: Shoreview, MN
Address: 4785 Hodgson Road Shoreview, MN 55126 651-484-8484
Hours: Lunch Mon-Fri 11am-2pm Sunday Brunch 10:30-1:30p Dinner Daily at 4pm
Links: Kozlak’s Royal Oak Website * Kozlak’s Facebook Page * Google Map
Atmosphere: Kozlak’s is located in a large, stand-alone building on Hodgson Road, about a half mile north of Hwy 96 in Shoreview. One thing you will notice when you arrive is the drive-up entrance at the front of the building, meant for picking up/dropping off guests. The parking lot is in the back in the building, a long walk around the building in the cold winter!
There is a small reception area when you first walk in that sits between the bar area (to the left) and the main dining room (to the right). Festively decorated over the Holidays!
Both the main dining room and the dining room adjacent to the bar area have tables, all of which are covered with white tablecloths. I did not have the pleasure of dining in this room so I just got a glance, same as you see below. It was festively decorated with balloons on New Year’s Eve.
This is the smaller, more intimate dining room with tables that seem to be spaced further apart than in the main dining room.
Menu: Appetizer’s at Kozlak’s include Coconut Shrimp, Asparagus with Bearnaise, Scallops Parmesan, Cajun Beef Bites, Clam Chowder, Bruschetta, Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail, Chili-Rubbed Ribs, Broiled Lobster Tail, Escargots, Sesame Wings, Wild Mushroom Crustini, Onion Rings and Artichoke Parmesan Dip. The Featured Appetizers are Szechuan Beef Tips and Roasted Tomato and Garlic Soup.
Salad options at Kozlak’s are the Pecan Crusted Chicken, Bruschetta, Salmon Spinach, and Marie’s Salad (with bleu cheese, olives and dried cranberries).
Sandwiches that are offered are the Baked Reuben and the Hashbrown-Crusted Walleye.
Entrees come with potato du jour, bread, salad and vegetable. Options include Twin Tenderloins with Portabellas, Sauteed Calves’ Liver, Pasta Vermouth, Parmesan Chicken, Medallions of Beef, Chicken Supreme, Roasted Plump Duckling, Blackened Pork Porter House, and Barbeque Ribs. Featured Entrees are the Beef Wellington and the Roasted Vegetable Pasta.
Kozlak’s is well known for their steaks, with cuts such as Bone-in Tenderloin, New York Strip, Tenderloin Filet, and Roasted Prime Rib. All steaks come with soup or salad, baked potato and bread. Add-ons for steak include Melted Bleu Cheese, Butter Taragon Sauce, Peppercorn Crusted, Sauteed Mushroom, Sauteed Onions, Garlic Portabella Mushrooms, Hash Browns, French Fries, and Asparagus.
Fish and Seafood Selections include Broiled Salmon, Salmon Royal Oak, Pecan Walleye, Sea Scallops, Walleye, Steamed African Lobster, Tenderloin and Lobster combo, Pasta and Shrimp, Garlic Broiled Shrimp and Alaskan Crab Legs.
Save room for dessert! In addition to Ice Cream, Gelato, and Sorbet there have homemade cheesecake, chocolate cake, and others.
Price guide: Appetizers $7-13 Salads $6-14 Entrees $18-25 Seafood $23-27 (+ market price lobster) Steaks $28-50
Sunday Brunch
- $18.95/Adults $10.95/ Kids 6-12 $6.95/ Kids 5 and Under
- 10:30am-1:30pm
- Live New Orleans Jazz
- Full Salad Bar, Scrambled Eggs Carbonara , Fresh Baked Biscuits with Sausage Gravy, Featured Chicken item, Cajun Ribs, Pecan-Breaded Catfish Fingers, Jambalaya with sausage & chicken, Classic Eggs Benedict, Kozlak’s home made French Toast with Pecan Maple Syrup, Breakfast Bacon, Sausage, Chef’s Fresh Vegetable, Gumbo Soup, Potatoes Pontalba with Béarnaise Sauce, Made-to-order Omelettes, Dessert & Sundae Bar
What we ordered: We started with the complimentary loaf of French Bread that was brought to our table shortly after we ordered. The bread was crusty on the outside, soft and still slightly warm on the inside. The loaf had about four slices which went fast, another loaf soon followed!
Each entree comes with a house salad or for a $3 upgrade you can take a trip through the Salad Bar. I chose the House Salad, which was Caesar. The homemade dressing that Kozlak’s is very good, a tad sweeter than the traditional Caesar.
Typically I order ribeye at steak houses however Kozlak’s doesn’t offer that cut as an option, so instead I ordered the delectable Queen Cut Prime Rib. Each bite was incredibly tender and delicious! I ordered a side of the customary freshly grated horseradish and it also was served with au jus on the side. Even though this was just the Queen cut (compared to the larger King cut), it was still huge and I had to bring half my steak home. I ordered a baked potato with my steak and also a side of sauteed mushrooms, which I shared with my companions.
One of my companions ordered the 8oz Tenderloin Filet, a handsome, thick and extremely tender cut of beef. It was topped with Kozlak’s signature garlic butter, which adds a splash of melted buttery heaven as it melts over the steak. Butter on steak? You just have to try this! The flavor of the meat itself had a slightly aged flavor and just a glorious hint of char from the grill. Cooked a perfect medium.
Another companion ordered the King Cut Prime Rib, the larger version of my steak. This cut was indeed extra large, standing at least 2″ tall!
Another companion ordered the Steak & Lobster meal. The steak was the Kozlak’s filet which was very good but the real star of this combo was the African Lobster Tail. This giant lobster tail was cooked as perfect as you can cook a lobster. When my companioned offered me a bite I couldn’t resist the sweet, succulent, buttery treat. The lobster was so fresh that I suspected it had been alive just minutes before it was served, but such was not the case.
For dessert one of my companions and I shared a Pink Squirrel ice cream drink. Have you had one of these before? They are yummy! Vanilla ice cream blended with Creme de Noyaux, an almond liqueur, Creme de Cacao, light cream, then topped with whipped cream. So creamy and smooth!
Service: We had great service at Kozlak’s. Our party had a reservation on New Year’s Eve and we were brought to our table shortly after we arrived. Our server greeted us shortly after we sat down to take our drink order. It was a very busy night and Kozlak’s had a full house, but cocktails were brought out in under ten minutes, other drinks were refilled as needed. The menu on New Year’s Eve was somewhat limited but the server made good suggestions and answered any questions we had, brought us everything we needed as soon as possible. Food was prepared in less than thirty minutes, while we munched on our bread and salads.
Overall Impression: Great service! The lobster I tried at Kozlak’s was some of the best I have had and the steaks were also excellent. The prices are standard for a nice steak house, but won’t break the bank if you only visit on occasion. I would love to try the New Orleans Brunch Buffet sometime soon!
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