Prima Pasta Salads Panini
5325 Lyndale Ave S, Minneapolis, MN, 55419
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Address :
5325 Lyndale Ave S
Minneapolis, MN, 55419 - Phone (612) 827-7376
- Website https://www.primampls.com
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Opening Hours
- Mon :11:30 am - 9:00pm
Specialities
- Takes Reservations : Yes
Delivery : No
Take-out : Yes
Accepts Credit Cards : Yes
Good For : Dinner
Parking : Street, Private Lot
Bike Parking : Yes
Wheelchair Accessible : Yes
Good for Kids : Yes
Good for Groups : Yes
Attire : Casual
Ambience : Casual
Noise Level : Average
Alcohol : Beer & Wine Only
Outdoor Seating : Yes
Wi-Fi : No
Has TV : No
Waiter Service : Yes
Caters : Yes
Categories
Italian Cuisine
The immense popularity of Italian cuisine globally isn't unknown. You can find an Italian Pizzeria around every corner of almost every city in the United States. Not to forget that in every house, people enjoy mac and cheese as comfort food. But it would be wrong to believe that Italian food starts with pizza and ends with good pasta as this Mediterranean country has much more to offer other than these two dishes. In Italian Cuisine, there is a high use of fresh tomatoes, all kinds of herbs, great quality of cheese, all types of meat, seafood and fresh handmade pasta. Many find it hard to believe that Italians have been making noodles long back.
Italian and Greek cuisines are always mistaken to be same, but they are poles apart. The primary difference between the two cuisines is the use of cheese in most of the Italian dishes. Italians love to cultivate their own cheese and process them as per their food requirement. It is believed that some cheese is so expensive that cheese producers secure them in lockers.
If you are bored eating the same old pasta or pizza, you can try some of the authentic Italian dishes like Risotto, Polenta, Ribollita, Lasagna, Fiorentina Steak, Bottarga, Ossobuco, Carbonara, Focaccia, Arancini and Supplì. Another item which Italians love to relish every morning is a good cup of Italian Coffee. Once you taste a freshly brewed cup of Italian Coffee, you might not visit Starbucks ever again. Authentic Italian food is made with heart and soul, so go find a restaurant where you can relish Italian cuisine in your city.
Pizza
Pizza is a famous Italian dish savored around the world. The entire credit for the popularity of Pizza in the United States goes to the chain of pizzerias all over the country. While the base and the texture of Pizza remains same across the globe, it's the toppings that differs from country to country. In the United States, you will find the top pizzerias serving pizzas with the toppings of mainly beef, bacon, chicken, ham, and sausage for the non-vegetarians. Other than these famous meat options, Pizzas with veg toppings such as mushrooms, pepperonis, garlic, tomatoes, spinach, etc. are also famous in most restaurants in the United States.
Irrespective of your locality, you will find a variety of different restaurants in your cities offering pizzas of all different types. Pizza is hot favorite among people of all ages in the United States. A large size pizza is enough to feed a family of 3 or 4 at large. Pizza is also the most preferred food whenever a group of friends is hanging out together. Pizza gained popularity in the United States after the American soldiers stationed in Italy returned from World War II.
Over the years, different pizzerias in the United States have developed their own respective regional variations. Pizza gained popularity as the iconic dish in the United States in the second half of the 20th century. Whether you prefer thin or thick crust pizza, you can find a pizza of your preference at the best pizza restaurants in your city.
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William G.
I have been going to Prima since it opened. My wife and I ate there last night which prompted this review. The food and service here is consistently excellent. Pasta dishes in particular are creative but restrained, not your usual red sauce and meat balls, unless you want that. Then there rigatoni bolognese with added meat balls fills the bill for these cravings. Salads are great, particularly the pear salad. Noise level is low and parking is free and plentiful in a safe neighborhood. All in all an outstanding and unpretentious restaurant which I highly recommend.
(5)Catherine P.
Perfect pastas! Theres one w goat cheese and pancetta (that I can't remember the name of) that is sublime. Great atmosphere for a special, but laid-back occasion.
(5)Alex B.
Wowsers this place is good- but be warned- make sure you diet all day long before you show up. Everything is truly indulgent- covered with cream sauce or cheese sauce. The kitchen is fairly open to the tiny dining area and the smells make your mouth water! Great deals on $20 bottles of wine during the week. The Risotto with balsamic reduction is a must try!
(4)Sammy S.
Don't be fooled by the deli-style name - this intimate restaurant is the perfect place to cozy up and enjoy some quality dishes. They cover a whole range of Italian - from rustic Bolognese to salsa verde linguine with a side of chorizo (YES they have both on the menu and YES they are both delcious). The sweet Italian sausage is the perfect addition to any dish and the specials are always worth considering. I feel so fortunate to have little Prima in my neighborhood!
(4)Ed H.
Food is absolutely delicious! Flavorful, fresh, wonderful. And even better than the food? The entire staff! I always feel so incredibly welcomed. Highly recommend!!
(5)Myly F.
I opted to try something new for my birthday dinner. Not my usual go to's. How I wish I would have went to my old favorites. Borders is one of my favs and I read a couple of reviews that compared Primas to Broders so had to check it out. It doesn't compare. Thumbs up: -private parking -nice location -decent C.S. -the crostini appetizer was delicious minus the really harder then normal crostini -local farm family story. I like it keep it local, fresh, and simple. Thumbs down: -started off with a bang with the app and slowly fizzled from there. All of our entrees left something to be desired. My butternut squash was dry and had too much sweetness, was it the brown sugar? The other dishes there wasn't anything special to it for what it was worth. -the ambience was eh for the price point and marketing. Was it like 90s type house decor? I don't know. -my cherry coke was made from the bar, normally how I like it, but this one lacked the grenadine and the cherry -we walked in and weren't sure where to go, lack of a flow. Not bad, not good. I wouldn't come here again unless something took me here. With so many good restaurants out there at this caliber you got to stick out.
(3)Joey F.
After reading the reviews I had high expectations especially since I haven't found many really good Italian restaurants in the Twin Cities. I thought the restaurant was pretty chill. Very empty for a Friday night. Very fast service, but found the food to be pretty standard Italian food. Nothing to exciting and the portions were a little small.
(3)Elizabeth R.
I dig this place. That's it. That's the review. Just kidding. I have some words for this place: amazing, delicious, fantastic, perfect, wonderful, [insert positive adjective here]. I've gone past this place so many times, but I never stopped in. Clearly, I was blind and/or insane for not stopping before. The food here is good, people. It's really good. The layout isn't cramped; there's plenty of space to stretch out a little and not listen to your neighbors talk about how dramatically undramatic (but sometimes dramatically dramatic!) their lives have been lately. It's well-lit without making you feel like you're in spotlights with warm, comforting decor. The food is solid, hearty, and, well, a bit of classy homestyle Italian. The staff is super-friendly and attentive. The entire place is a bit what I imagine it might be like to have an Italian relative. It's not swamped with customers, so it's easy to get in, at least on a Monday night. I'd tell you about the food, but everything we had was fantastic and homestyle-y. I currently find it hard to believe anything could not be delicious from this place. I mean, they gave us a pot of parmesan to put on our food, and I love, love, love parmesan in excess on my food. Self-serve excess parmesan! What could be better?! I want to go back and maybe live there. Would that bother them? (Probably. But I'm quiet and take up minimal space!)
(5)Elizabeth H.
Yelping SW Minneapolis restaurants, are we? Why haven't you been here before? A few reasons why you should dine at Prima tonight: Friendly service. These folks take courtesy seriously. The waitstaff are as engaging as a church minister on a Sunday morning. By the time we were done with dinner, we were admiring photos of our waitress' son and thinking: why haven't we been here before? Food has that home cooked taste that makes you wonder why anyone would ever ever go to a chain again. The price point is reasonable enough to justify a weeknight meal, but the quality is upscale enough for a weekend celebration. Their food is sustainably harvested and local. Though most restaurants seem to abuse or over-market the "L" word, this restaurant owns its own farm in Waconia! Two words for the lucky Nokomis/SW crowd: Take-out! The only gripe about the whole evening was that I ordered a glass of sparkling wine and it did arrive with no sparkles. It tasted flat and sour. Though the quality was overlooked initially, they replaced it lickety-split with apologies.
(5)Mary C.
The warm pear salad is to die for. Nice atmosphere. Will definitely go back for dinner.
(5)Kimberly G.
I have been a loyal patron of this neighborhood gem ever since I lived across the street from it back in 2002. The food is delicious, the service is always exceptional, and the farm to table concept is truly appreciated. Prima has earned a very special place in my heart!
(4)Steve K.
Great food, service and decor. Had a truly wonderful dinner, dessert and wine (server's recommendation). Server and hostess were attentive without intruding. Food was served with alacrity. Will be returning and recommending to others,
(5)Blue N.
Great ambiance. Can go casual or a little more dressy. Love the Penne Con Pollo Alla Gorgonzola and Bolognese. The portions are good, but have gotten smaller in recent years. So much better than Broders.
(4)Katherine S.
I really loved this place - the service and food were both fantastic. We didn't have a reservation, but the hostess brought us wine while we waited, which was really nice. Once we were seated, our server (Ann) came over immediately and continued to be very attentive all night -- I was particularly impressed with this because the place was super busy. She was great with recommendations when we had a couple of options that we couldn't decide between. She also recommended a really nice wine to me -- I don't know a lot about wine, but I gave her my likes and dislikes and she definitely steered me to the right glass. She also handled my somewhat difficult mother with a lot of grace (she tends to ask a lot of questions). We started with the ricotta dumplings, which were delicious. Very rich, but delicious (I definitely recommend sharing them!). We also had the roasted garlic, which was also very good. For my main course I had the braised beef pappardelle, which I thought was great. The pasta was delicious and homemade, and the beef and sauce were delicious. For dessert we had the key lime pie -- a nice tart and light (at least, compared to a decadent chocolate dessert it was light!) finish to the meal. All in all -- great food, AMAZING service (try to get Ann if you can!), highly recommended!
(5)Ginger B.
This is a great little spot and my experience has been solid each time I've visited. Most recently, my mom and I ate a late lunch. The place was slow, only a few other tables were seated. We were greeted and seated quickly, and generally well cared for. I tried the Bucatini al Pesto for the first time. It was delicious and I had plenty to take home as leftovers. The only downside is the tabletop bread, which is not great and served with cold pats of butter. Warming and serving with fresh butter would go a long way toward a diner's first impression. Still, prices are reasonable and the food is always dependably delicious. Not sure why this place doesn't get the kudos of other spots in town!
(4)Jonathan M.
Great tasting Italian food in a family owned place.
(4)Brandy S.
Great little neighborhood place with an upscale but not snotty atmosphere. One of my favorite places. I highly recommend the butternut squash pasta but everything I have had there has been above average.
(5)Carolyn B.
Great neighborhood spot for all occasions - decent place to bring kids if you go early and nice place to enjoy a romantic dinner. Love the take out platter options for when I need to cook for a crowd but don't feel up to the task. Chopped salad and rotini con pollo are our go to items but everything is delicious!
(4)The L.
amazing dinner. really great meal! love these mom and pop places. really great quality and service. you'd be doing yourself a favor by checking this place out. they do great takeout too! avoid the corporate places and try out places like this. good stuff!
(4)Casey M.
Great place for dinner in the neighborhood. Seems kid friendly, but also nice enough for a date. Can get a little packed inside, and you might have to wait. I suggest calling ahead.
(5)Maria S.
I have to be honest, I was a sceptic about this place. It's in a strip mall and the name wasn't that impressive so I thought... eigh it will probably be only so-so, but I was dead wrong. The food was AMAZING. My trout was so fresh and cooked to perfection. The portion sizes were just right. I also had really tasty soup before my meal, made in house. I would recommend this restaurant and plan to stop again when I'm in the area.
(4)Rae Jo K.
This place needs to change its name. We went in for dinner last night (Thursday) and it was a very nice sit-down restaurant. From the name I'd assumed something along the lines of a nice Italian deli...totally not what this place is. For starters their wine, though limited, was some of the best wine I've had! Their appetizers were delicious (had the beef skewers and bruschetta). For my meal I had the steelhead trout which was prepared on a bed of deliciously spiced lentils. All DELICIOUS. But wait, there's more! For dessert we had the white chocolate and raspberry tiramisu...holy heaven! Our friends had the key lime pie and outside going to the Florida Keys for the real thing, this was as good as it gets. The atmosphere was relaxing and elegant and the service was FANTASTIC!! Very tolerant of belligerent customers (NOT us). I'll be coming back now that I know what this place is all about!
(4)Tasty Inspection S.
As we ran through the door at 7 minutes to closing we were sure that they were going to tell us they were closed, but this wasn't the case. We were the only ones in the restaurant and it seemed as if they were already closing up shop. They told us to sit down and brought out some bread and water. Two of our party ordered the fish of the night that came with a risotto and tomato sauce. I ordered the Grilled Chicken Risotto and that was superb. My other friend ordered the Salmon with mashed potatoes and asparagus. All the food was amazing and the staff on point. Prima was not only exceptionally delicious, they were also friendly and attentive.
(5)Lisa E.
Yelp, please change the name on here to Prima and drop the: pasta salads panini....the name is "Prima" and under their logo, it say's the rest... Any way, Yes this is a great little place. I had the artichoke and tomato soup, it was perfectly seasoned and yummy! The chopped salad as an entree was large enough to split. The only downfall is the seating arrangement; my friend and I were seated so close to another table that the couple next to us could hear everything we were talking about; unfortunately we could not whisper because it was a bit noisy in there. If you are looking for good food and great service I highly recommend!
(4)Ryan P.
History dictates that before every marathon you shall have a big plate of spaghetti the night before. For those of us with family running a marathon, that means we get to partake in said spaghetti as well. With dad running the TC Marathon on Sunday, I recommended we head here since the Yelp reviews were quite strong. As far as Italian places go, this place is top notch in my book. Located in a location that straddles the burbs, you will find good parking and super friendly wait staff, but still inside the city. Let me just say this. whatever type of pasta you order, just make sure you get the meatballs to go with it. Oh my wow! So good! I do recommend they drop the "Pasta Salads Panini". Definitely much cleaner and classier without that long winded name!
(4)Deb W.
great menu, great food - parking in front is iffy, but there is plenty of parking in back
(5)Andrew H.
I recently visited Prima with Mom - on her recommendation. She's dined there with friends on a few separate occasions, and wanted my opinion on their menu. I didn't know much about the restaurant, but was excited to re-visit the neighborhood I spent a great deal of my childhood in, and experience what Prima had to offer The location is rather small but stylish, and had a pleasant hum of activity the weeknight we dined there. Rather close seating in a smaller restaurant made for a somewhat noisy experience, but pleasant nonetheless. I enjoyed sitting across the room from the open kitchen, since I like to see what the chefs are doing and how various dishes come together. While observing the activity in the kitchen, I witnessed virtually no ingredients coming from cans or packages - which I love! The Prima owners take great pride in delivering truly great food using local ingredients whenever possible. I also understand they own, operate, and reside on their own family farm just thirty five miles away from the restaurant. To me, that's what it's all about (or at least should be). The menu looked appetizing, and once I noticed Linguine Al Chorizo Gamberi - I had to look no further. Linguine tossed with shrimp, Spanish chorizo, grilled artichokes, piquillo peppers, white wine, salsa verde, extra virgin olive oil, and crispy fried capers. The dish arrived, and I was incredibly impressed with both presentation and flavor. Though somewhat limited, my experience led me to believe that nothing about Prima should be associated with the tiresome "noodles and sauce". Portion size was completely appropriate for the price, and Prima has a unique beer/wine menu to complement their entrées. I genuinely look forward to finding an excuse to visit Prima in the near future.
(4)S W.
Sometimes you just want to forget the carbs you've sworn off and you want pasta. Pasta the way it's supposed to be. Pasta that makes you not want to cry if you know better. Pasta that's more than just OK red sauce. And if that's what you want, you are not in luck in MN. You are SOL more often than not. Oh sure, you can empty your wallet at I Nonni, and should at least once. You can grit your teeth and try to stand the uptight aging yuppie cattle call getting seated at Broders. Or you can be smart. Be smart and go to this unassuming little bypassable storefront next to a subway, blocked by construction, (though not as bad now) and have your world rocked by the Amatriciana. I was craving it crazily and Prima hooked me up. This Amatriciana is sooo smooth, tomatoey, smokey, bacony, not too bacony, not too acidic, pecorino'd up and the texture of the Bucatini it comes on is, no shitting, PERFECT. Dining pal had the chard, shrimp and chorizo linguine. He was smart too, but not as smart as I am. Prices pinch, but don't lop off anything vital. Wine list - good 'nuff. Salads here are pretty super if you have self control. This is my Italian salvation. Downsides are few. The room is good enough but not interesting, the personal space sensibilities are more Brooklyn and less Norway, and the menu can err a little on the side of the generic when it stumbles. Service has always been friendly and awesome. I'd say it's four stars, but the locally sourced thing vaulted this to five for me - the owners are growers apparently, how cool is that? Since "locally grown" isn't splattered all over everywhere, I didn't realize. Crow louder, Prima, you've got an awesome thing going.
(5)Mike S.
Prima is another reason why I love living in south Minneapolis. Having places like this within walking distance helps me justify why I overpaid for my urban home. Don't let Prima's pseudo-mini mall location fool you. This is not some cheap Italian joint serving egg noodles and ketchup with frozen garlic bread. I have never been disappointed in a meal here. Some can't miss dishes are the fritto misto, the roasted pear salad, the pappardelle di zucca, and the pork flat iron steak. Awesome! One of the best things about Prima is their menu changes frequently. Too often you find establishments getting complacent with their menus and simply sticking with what works. It takes moxie to keep things fresh. Kudos to Prima for doing so. If I had any complaints its 1) that the tables in the restaurant are way too close together. It makes the dining experience feel cramped and impersonal. And 2) the costs to carry out are the same as the dine-in costs. In my opinion, there should be a break if you're not eating in the dining room. These blemishes are minor and easily overlooked. I will continue to patronize Prima if only to feed the neighborhood economy, and myself!
(4)Angela J.
YUM! My sister had recommended this place, and our entire family came here for lunch on New Year's Eve. Our server was very friendly, and very attentive to our large group. The food was delicious, I had a gorgonzola cream penne that was creamy and delicious, and not overpowering as some gorgonzola sauces can be. The rest of the table sampled a little of everything, from paninis to pastas to salads (the beet salad was SOOO good!) We had a bottle of wine from their $19 bottle list, which was a nice Spanish red for the price, and most of us had plenty of leftovers to take home. Decent prices, fun little bistro atmosphere, and NOT the sandwich shop you'd expect...what a fun place to come back for a tasty dinner some night!
(4)k h.
Really good pasta - but it was super expensive. I mean the food was great and it's the perfect place to go for: a date, special event or to celebrate something.
(3)Anita F.
"Meh, I've had better," hits the nail on the head. First, it is not inexpensive and so I was surprised to start with a basket of bread slices (not hot bread) and butter. In packets. The appetizer that I ordered without pancetta, a request which the waitress repeated, came with pancetta cooked all throughout the dish. Why not just tell me if it couldn't be made without? The pear salad was fine. The daily special was the first time I felt a restaurant truly was cleaning out the fridge: the spinach pasta had dates, duck, nuts, kale and cheese, but it didn't have dimension. It just seemed odd. We live in a great food city, so for the price it's a no-brainer to take a pass on Prima. Next time, Broders or Bar La Grasa.
(2)Bert B.
The tuscan pot roast is delicious. Really hits the spot when you don't have the time to make your own and it is cold outside.
(5)Andrew R.
Prima is very near my parent's home in Minneapolis, so they end up going here at least once a month always raving about it. Visiting it on a recent trip back home, I was very impressed with the food, but slightly put off by something, maybe the environment, maybe the service, it's hard to put my finger on it. Most selections I've tried here have been great. The pear salad is fantastic, with an excellent balance of greens, nuts, dressing, cheese, and just a little bit of sweet with those pears. The spinach-artichoke dip was mighty tasty, but a little over-indulgent. Flavors burst in your mouth, then you feel like you ate a pat of butter. I had the tenderloin, and the meat was cooked excellently, a perfect medium rare, and flavorful, and the side vegetables (a mix I'm sad to say I cannot remember) were delicious. The pastas that I've tried there, both long ago and more recently, I would categorize as similar to the dip: very flavorful, but a little too rich. I think the thing about Prima that throws me off is the service. The environment is that of an upscale restaurant, but the waitstaff treats you like it's a local diner. I don't mind friendly waiters, but sometimes it's a little grating. Of course, that could have been because my parents have been here so often they're known to people there, but that wasn't the sense I got. In short: Good food, if a tad rich, but not quite the style you expect from the food selection and ambiance.
(4)Marie H.
After hearing from family members for years that we should try this place, we finally did and as they said our experience lived up to our expectations! Even on a Saturday night, we didn't have to wait. The food was full of flavor and at a great price. Service was a little slow, but we weren't in any rush, so we didn't mind the leisurely dinner. We'll be going back again!
(4)Jen W.
The after 8 special is amazing. Two salads, two pastas, a half carafe of wine and a dessert all for $28. I thought it must be $28 per person, but it's $28 total. Damn good deal, especially given the quality of the food.
(4)Gaseous C.
My wife and I love Prima and have dinner there whenever we get the chance. Their prices aren't too over the top and the atmosphere is cozy. The wait staff are also friendly and the food is as good as it gets. Sometimes we go specifically for the appetizers and then dessert. Overall this is a great neighborhood restaurant that won't break the bank.
(4)Scott J.
This review is for the 2nd Prima location in Minnetonka. I loved the old Big Buck Roadhouse (say that fast 5 times) but Prima has done an excellent job in its place. And that is no small feat as this location has had over 5 (maybe more) restaurants here in the 22 years we have lived here. The bar is very cozy and great for grabbing appetizers or having dinner. Decent wine and beer selection and the place has a very warm feeling to it. I have lunch here numerous times and the food has always been great. They do the Italian thing well (although I think we have enough Italian options in the twin cities) but I can't tell you a signature item. If you live in the western burbs and want a smaller, a bit more intimate dining experience, you won't regret Prima.
(4)Larry O.
I can't say enough good things about Prima! It is one of my favorite restaurants because of the consistently fabulous food, and the staff is amazing! Every meal I have had is perfectly prepared from amazingly fresh ingredients, and I think I have tried everything on the regular menu at least once. The specials are truly special and I opt for them half the time, I remember a particularly good pork tenderloin, but I have a few favorites I always go back to.The staff here are always friendly, helpful and welcoming, and I don't think it's because I am here frequently, they treat everyone wonderfully. Thank you Prima for being such a delightful spot, see you soon!
(5)Thomas D.
My wife and I went to Prima in Minnetonka on a whim at 5:30 on Friday night and we were seated immediately. This location of Prima is new, and took the building that was Big Buck's Roadhouse on Hwy 7. They haven't changed the layout of the place which is fine because it was comfortable before. The server was friendly and prompt (big star!) right from go. We both had the mixed green salad which was crisp and plentiful. We both decided to have pasta... me Penne Alla Salsiccia which was enjoyable, and my wife the Linguine Alla Sorrentina with shrimp which she liked as well. I usually grade out the martinis but they got mine wrong and therefore they get an incomplete (they didn't charge me for it). Overall good service , good food, and reasonable pricing made us anxious to come back to this very nice addition to woefully restaurant thin western suburbs.
(4)J S.
Love this place. Fresh ingredients, good specials, and the pasta dishes are wonderful. Good portions and great wine list with all price points. Staff is friendly and professional. They remembered our daughter's name and are very family friendly. Don't be deceived by the strip mall exterior building. Inside is a different experience. Cozy.
(4)Kelsey K.
After going many more times I still enjoy the food that I had originally but when I sway from my standard choices I have been less than happy. Also the tables are way to close together for my comfort.
(3)Carl B.
Excellent food and atmosphere. We had them cater our rehearsal dinner and continue to go back.
(5)Tracy F.
We went to Prima for the prix fixe meal for two which for $28 includes a 1/2 carafe of red or white wine, bread, 2 salads before the meal, 2 pasta dishes, and 1 dessert to share. The staff was outstanding here; I'd give them a 5 on the rating scale. Everyone worked together to provide friendly, responsive service. The prix fixe menu offered ample choices for each course and an option to add meat or seafood for additional cost. We started with the red wine. It was great for a table wine. We both opted for the Caesar salad over the house mixed greens. The Caesar was good - it doesn't win the prize as one of the best we've had in the city, but we liked it. For the entree, I had the Linguini Alla Sorrentina (with shrimp added). It had oven roasted tomatoes, mozzarella, spinach, Pecorino, and fresh basil piled on top. The dish was flavorful and shrimp were plenty. The mozzarella was very salty so I had to break it into smaller pieces. I think this dish would have been perfect had the mozzarella and tomatoes been cut smaller, and had the basil been mixed in at the end of preparation, with a little bit of heat to infuse the flavor throughout the dish. Then the flavors would have blended more, but despite that, it was still really good. My fiance had chicken in a cream sauce with mushrooms and tomatoes. He said his dish was great, very rich and the flavors blended well. Throughout the meal, we were offered more bread. We appreciated this as in many other restaurants you need to ask. The bread is a crusty baguette with butter pats on the side. For dessert, we shared the chocolate decadence, which was perfect. It had the right amount of brandy creme anglaise and raspberry sauce drizzled on the bottom of the plate to complement the not-too-sweet chocolate. The prix fixe is offered after 8pm Sun-Thurs, and after 8:30pm Fri-Sat and the entree plates are smaller than the regular entrees. We were both full at the end. There weren't leftovers, but that entire meal for $28 is an excellent deal. It was great to have wine/salad/entree/dessert included and the dinner overall felt like a luxury for a Sunday night.
(3)Turtle D.
One of my favorite Minneapolis restaurants! A nice small cozy restaurant with seasonal menu changes. The roasted garlic and brie appetizer is amazing and we can never resist ordering it. The butternut squash tortellaci is also amazing. We have tried salads, pastas and sandwiches here and all have been great.
(5)Lindsey P.
Omg, I don't know what took me so long to discover this place! It was absolutely delicious and I'm definitely going back soon. The restaurant had a homey feel, nothing too fancy. Not only was the waitress extremely friendly and attentive but the fellow patrons were friendly as well! An older couple told us we were "in for an experience" when we told them it was our first time. And, a woman next to me interjected when she saw my Butternut Squash Tortellacci, saying it was her favorite thing on the menu! It was so rich and the unique combo with caramelized pears gave it an unxpected mouthwatering flavor. The original garlic is a must try... comes with crackers, cheese, and pear chutney. Yuuuum.
(5)Malden S.
Good service + Good Food= Great time We went on a Saturday at 8pm and the place was busy. We called ahead to put our name on the list to avoid any wait but there were about three tables available. I had the Mediterranean salad as an appetizer and it was really good. My wife had the crab cakes and said they were good, I tried a bite and they taste just like any other crab cake. We both had pasta, I had the Pappardelle which was cooked al dente and was very flavorful. My wife had the Agnolotti and said it was very good as well. The only suggestion I would make is to offer some olive oil for the bread - it seemed kind of odd for an Italian restaurant not to offer it. As the other review mentions, the wine list is rather good and not too pricey. They also have some sort of points system where you accumulate points every time you come in and order wine. The points can then be redeemed for appetizers and entrees based on point balance - a nice approach to getting you in with more frequency.
(5)Doug B.
We had a lunch of several appetizers. The preparation and plating were nice, but they lacked a lot of flavor - maybe they weren't seasoned correctly? The almond crusted, fried ricotta, had less than a 1/2 teaspoon of mango and very little honey - should have been dressed more. The Italian sausage with polenta was better, but I found the polenta could have used more seasoning. Lastly the Italian chop salad was unremarkable.
(3)Beth W.
I enjoyed Prima for a weekday lunch. I was greeted warmly on a very cold winter day. The service was excellent, the food was great, the atmosphere was comfortably elegant. I will definitely return.
(5)Scott R.
This restaurant opened in our neighborhood not longer after we arrived. I'm pleasantly surprised by the quality of the fare and the crowd it has drawn; very solid S Italian cuisine, price a bit above it's worth and oddly so for it's non-descript location. I guess the neighborhood can afford it, judging from the food boutique called Kowalski's next door. Ahem. We've brought our young one there and had enjoyable family meals, excellent pasta dishes.
(4)Nick M.
The girls loved it! My wife's Capellini Al Pomodoro with Sauteed Shrimp was the bid winner. We sat outside (it was 75 and sunny) and the service was fantastic. It is nice that it is about 10 blocks from us, so getting there is easy. Both of my daughters said they want to come back, and I didn't even ask them. My Rigatoni Bolognese wasn't as meaty as I was expecting, and when we go back (we will since the girls loved it) I will get the Capellini.
(4)Bev L.
At this popular neighborhood bistro, food is good but rather spendy for the value. For the same $ range, Broders offers much better and more authentic fare. And at a lower price point, D'Amico's is pretty close taste wise . The hostess also was a bit flustered and seemed like things were a bit disorganized.. The takeout business was booming and I'm thinking that it is so busy because there's not much else really close by.
(3)Adam M.
This is my favorite Italian place in the Twin Cities. I've had most of the pasta dishes and almost all have been superb. The bolognese is divine. Everything is good. And the $20 weekday bottle of wine can't be beat.
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