Reviews of Eli's East. (Restaurant) in Minneapolis (Minnesota).
Eli's East
815 E Hennepin Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55413, United States
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Open hours of Eli's East
Sunday
10 am–12 am
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11 am–12 am
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11 am–12 am
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Reviews of Eli's East
Enjoyed a lunch with our oldest here as he liked the Eli’s downtown. It didn’t disappoint as we all enjoyed different menu items including California burger, Pastrami, Mac and cheese, and tomato soup. All were very good and the service was very responsive and helpful.
Cute little restaurant and bar in NE Mpls. Sat at the bar and the service was great, usually is! I started with some not so bubbly sparkling wine but still tasted fine and we ordered a few small plates to get a taste of what they have. Taco was small but pretty good, love that you can order 1 or a dozen, the crab cake was more cake then crab with red pepper sauce, I prefer my crab cakes with more lump crab vs shredded crab that just blends with batter, and the not so creamy banana cream pie; it was more of a cheesecake style dessert, still tasted good just different then I was expecting. The bananas on top were delicious and worth fighting over!
What a fun little joint. Their menu is huge for both food and beverage options. If you want to opt in for a fun cocktail, they have a wide variety of options for whatever you’re in the mood for. I opted for a sandwich and gin and tonic and was not disappointed. Our server was funny and the booths were extra comfy. They had yummy brunch options too! Everything was great.
Food and atmosphere 10/10. Will most definitely be coming back. Makes me wish the downtown location was open before 4pm!
The scallop pasta dish, the special, wasn’t anything special. The spaghetti was over cooked and the sauce wasn’t reduced enough. I think the scallops were from a frozen seafood special. I ordered a boulevardier, but was too campari heavy. The atmosphere was great! I should have taken my friends advice and ordered the chicken marsala.
Eli's always delivers! Nowdays I don't tend to go out as much as the costs have risen so much. I don't mind opening up my pocketbook at Eli's tho. The prices are very reasonable for what you get: a little upscale, but not fussy. Just solid food. I get either the walleye or steak sandwich. They also have a good martini menu which I order from time to time. The restaurant has mostly tall, comfortable booths and a few tables. I like how quiet and intimate it is. Good for date night.
Always good food and great service. Don't sleep on the weekly specials, they're always solid and interesting. Extra points for serving the full menu until 11, not many options late night in the area. Our regular server, Jake, always takes great care of us.
So the only reason I took a star off is because I just don't love a lot of the offerings on their menu, but everything I have had is very good. I went with an appetizer this time, the filet mignon. It was prepared perfectly and very delicious. The servers are especially good. I keep going there because every time I have something it is good, but I just don't feel like there are a lot of options on the menu that work for me. That is completely a me problem, and you shouldn't worry about it if you want to go there. It's a great place.
Great food, great drinks, quality atmosphere (whoever was playing music tonight was on point), and we had a fun server to boot! We will definitely be back!
My boyfriend ordered the Eli's Chipotle Chicken Sandwich, and I had the Vegetarian Eggplant sandwich with a side of Tomato Basil soup.
We tried Eli's East on a whim about a month ago, and I'm so happy we did! We've been here three times since! Delicious food with a great variety of selections, friendly and attentive staff, and a nice atmosphere! Definitely a new family favorite! Can't wait to visit again!
Eli's is the neighborhood restaurant and bar that everyone wishes was in their neighborhood. Cozy atmosphere with friendly staff, late night hours, and bar seating.
On top of that, their (mostly) made from scratch menu changes weekly, so there's always a handful of new options.
Excellent spot for an older crowd Great atmosphere good people good service
We stopped in for couple of drinks, they were delicious. I decided to snack on the pork belly sandwich... sooooo yummy. Friendly staff and customers at the bar. Definitely need to stop in again.
Always a great experience. Lovely aesthetic and atmosphere, great welcoming, attentive staff. We left one NE restaurant in search of brunch and Eli's definitely provided. Great Bloody Marys and Mimosas. Currently a seasonal raspberry and saffron mimosa was really good. Partner's steak Benedict -med rare was amazingly perfect. My brunch salad with fresh tomatoes, balsamic, fresh mozz, just right crisp prosciutto, and perfectly done poached egg was beyond expectation.
Love this place! The truffle Burger is amazing. Great people!! Would definitely recommend.
What an amazing late night place for great food and real drinks. We went with friends following a show and had late night fare and a drink or two. The service was outstanding. Definitely a top spot for dinner and drinks in Minneapolis. Order the sushi grade tuna appetizer as an entree you will not be disappointed.
Always love Eli's East. Enjoyed the patio and delicious food and drinks. New York strip steak with onions and mushrooms with cheesy gouda potatoes. The sandwich is an unexpected combination of salmon, asparagus, carmelized onions and swiss cheese on toasted caraway rye bread. With their delicious jicama slaw.
Good food. Good vibes on the patio area and nice servers. 👌 Crab cake and bruschetta was delicious. …
A little pricier, but with happy hour options. Nice place to take a date. Food was ok, service was exceptional.
The server we had was great! The food is really good and so are the martinis! Atmosphere is warm!
Amazing food and drinks. Perfect atmosphere. The staff was great...late night food options are second to none. The Wings were phenomenal.
Just went here for brunch, and oh my.. this is the best restaurant I’ve been to for a brunch in Minnesota. Don’t skip this place, it’s a must try
I absolutely love this place it was amazing the food was great atmosphere was laid back and the service and staff were amazing
Seasoned hash browns were delicious and the French toast is perfect size for sharing.
Went here for Sunday brunch and it was a great decision. It wasn't packed like most brunch spots and was easily just as good. Our server was so nice and friendly and our food was incredible.
Very cool combinations! Food is good! The décor is very vintage.
My favorite and most underrated restaurant in the twin cities. Good food, drinks, and atmosphere. Ben is a fantastic bartender! The best part is the weekly changing of the specials menu.
Career salad, bacon wrapped meatloaf (sub brussel sprouts instead of asparagus) and pistachio cheesecake was AMAZING!! The atmosphere and service was rockin’ too!!
Thoroughly enjoyed my time here! Great bar and well lit. The duck confit hashed browns were supurb! The benedicts are delicious.
A great place to meet up with family and friends for dinner.
Delicious (and strong) cocktails. We had a pasta, a sandwich, and appetizer from their weekly specials which were all made to perfection. We also got the filet mignon appetizer which was okay at best - I wouldn't get that again.
Eli’s is a neighborhood favorite! Food and drinks are always solid, the patio is a fun hang and beautiful in the spring and summer. They also have a parking lot which isn’t always a given in the city. I’ve been many times and never had a bad experience here. Take out is a nice option in COVID times, as well. I’m so glad they’re back open!
The location is nice and central with surprisingly good parking for the area. The building is likewise surprisingly spacious and the booths are fantastic. The cocktails were a bit pricey for the amount served, and the food was above average, but the real winner was the desert. I even helped my partner finish the cheesecake I had and I never normally take more than a nibble of desert.
We will be back to try some other offerings in the future.
Stopped in for a late lunch, early dinner. Terrific waitstaff, made good suggestions, food was excellent, experience was great.
This is my new favorite Brunch place. The food is good, the coffee is pretty decent, and perhaps most importantly you can reliably get seated right away! My only wish is that they had pancakes on their brunch menu. Excellent service too by the way.
The food is always good. This is been a favorite of ours for many years. Regular menu is all excellent. Specials range from good to excellent. A little pricey but worth it.
Best weekend brunch in town for reals!
Consistently great and varied food and drink menu. The food itself is phenomenal. My wife and I come here often and are never disappointed.
Nice quaint date night place...wide variety of items on menu and staff is very attentive!!
A full, tasty looking dinner menu, but we got lost in the appetizers. Excellent small bite plates of exquisite cuisine. Great beer selection, wonderful chop salad.
Great place to get cocktails and catch up with friends. Only been there once but the food was great!
Try the Eli's New Fashion cocktail. From the appetizer menu. Cajun dry rub wings, tempura walleye DELICIOUS, crab cake was ok. Atmosphere supper chill, bartender "Ryan" took care of us. We'll return.
Absolutely wonderful food and service. One of my favorite places in Northeast for a nice meal.
It was a lovely restaurant! The food was great.. The atmosphere was wonderful. Plenty of parking.. And a good crowd. Best part of the experience was our server Jake.. A wonderful human who made the experience even better! I will definitely be back!
Amazing selection. Carrot cake was some of the best I've ever eaten anywhere. We had a wonderful red-headed waiter who earns five stars himself.
Menu is excellent service was great , enjoyed the outdoor dining .
Very friendly place. Say outside with good pub food and a nice IPA. The waitress was great. Pleasant place to have a beer and a burger; crowd was a wonderful mix of old timers, some couples, college kid or two and a middle age group. Nice!
Awesome service and they gave a homeless guy hot water for his ramen
Always great food and staff. Try it out if you haven't ever given it a shot!
Huge portions, friendly staff, nice patio. I ordered salad with smoked fish, which came with generous portion of fish, but they forgot walnuts. They did bring when I asked. Side if mashed potatoes was yummy and heaping, enough for two.
amazing food and even better service! Wish they had some sweeter cocktail options but otherwise amazing selection :)
Delicious food with so many great options to choose from, it was hard to decide.
Excellent food with unique specials. Service was quick and dinning room had plenty of space for guests. The only issue was not getting the food I ordered but it was still good. Haha
The place was nice, however in the large seating room it's very dim lighting so it's difficult to see the menus. Some of the food was not as good I ordered the meatloaf and it didn't taste really good to me. My husband ordered the chicken dish and he loved it overall experience was nice I just have to be selective on my food choices there. The fish tacos was a hit we love them. Overall I would try the place again
Very cozy, loved the atmosphere, the butternut squash risotto was amazing. Pistachio cheesecake was delicious.
We would call ourselves regulars! My husband and I live in NE and we love biking here. They always have a great beer and cocktail selection. We love the rotating specials menu every Thursday. The food is always full of flavors and very consistent every time we come. There are many vegetarian options and they can even accommodate vegans in a few dishes. The servers are kind and top-notch.
Great drinks and an excellent brunch menu.
Great food and drinks, awesome service.
Great local spot. Innovative food along with great regulars. Excellent staff.
I love coming here. It's one of our go to when we're in the cities. Super comfy and the food here is great. All the servers are amazing. Have not had a bad moment here. Love the cheese platter because it's such a great appetizer before your meal. I'm sure it pairs great with their wines, as well. My SO loves their pastrami hash.
Smaller place but quite a bit of seating along with bar seating against one wall. Looks to have live music at times, decent drink selection too. Menu has a few regular items and a few specials along with a weekly specials menu. Price is in line with what I had and it was out reasonably quick, was hot, and was very tasty. I ordered the egg sandwich with the in house chips. Staff was friendly and for our table of 5 all orders were correct and out at the same time. They have at least 2 tables that can easily hold 6 people and maybe 8 if you sit real close. Recommend to stop in and try it out.
If I were to describe Eli’s East in one word, I would choose solid. I live very close, so I end up here quite often and am never disappointed. Their burgers are some of the best in the city. My favorites are the black and blue and truffle burger. They have weekly specials that keep things fresh and interesting. The patio is spacious and welcoming. It’s a great spot to spend an afternoon. They always take good care of my dogs when they join us. Inside is cozy and comfortable. Brunch is wonderful. I live the tomatillo Bloody Mary. It almost tastes healthy. Just a great, everyday neighborhood spot!
Great food, great atmosphere, amazing staff. 💯 Recommend and will go again! Open later which is nice.
Great food, friendly staff, inviting patio
It was yummy. I ordered bacon and it was cooked just right and tasted really good. It had a little bounce and didn't crumble. I think it must have been organic. My mom let me order an orange drink. It was good but not as good as bacon. The waiter was really nice. He brought my food first. Maybe because I was excited. I hadn't eaten there before. It was busy but we found a seat. The seat was open and comfy. I'd go back here for bacon and toast. I'd sit outside. They have a fairy door in the parking lot and a place for plants.
Great cocktails and interesting menu items. The daily specials can range from New Zealand lamb to incredible pasta dishes! Great service, decent brunch. I am not a fan of the Bloody Marys here. The place is always clean and the staff are always friendly and attentive. I'm a fan!
Absolutely delicious food, great atmosphere, and friendly wait staff. Also, they checked for COVID vaccinations at the door, which was super cool.
Really extensive menu, very good food. Cocktails are great, tap list is great. Very friendly staff. Plenty of options for vegetarians. Very clean. Nice atmosphere. Good patio. Also I rarely have to wait to be seated. Plenty of space to be accommodated.
Jake, our server and entertainment for the evening really took good care of us. The kitchen staff makes sure every ingredient is fresh. The recipes are thoughtful and unique. The cocktails are spot on as well. I'll definitely be returning!
The food is always great and the atmosphere congenial. My favorite waitress, Tiffany, always takes good care of us.
This is one of my favorite restaurants in the cities. The service is always great, but if you are lucky enough to have Jake as your server you have hit the jackpot. Their weekly rotating specials are always unique and not to be overlooked. if you see something you like, get it because you may not see it again. I had a lamb gyro burger from their specials once and haven't been able to find anything to match it since.
The blackened catfish was very tasty. Even the coleslaw was yummy. Nice patio
Very cozy place with great beer, wine and cocktail selection. Romantic but also family friendly. Lots of vegetarian and seafood choices, had a hard time deciding what to order, everything sounded good! Will definitely come back.
Great place to eat. Had grilled cheese sandwich and tomato soup and it came out hot and gooey! Service was fast and the restaurant was clean. It was also quiet so we could hold a conversation. They serve coke products.
Free parking. Easy going atmosphere. Solid brunch and lunch choices on the weekend. Started with the Salty Dog cocktail which got things rolling. Pastrami hash was one of the best - not dry, perfectly braised. Complimented with multi-grain toast. The California burger was solid - hand-formed patty with avocado, lettuce and tomato. Ask for homemade bbq sauce which made the tater tots even better. And Stacy, our server, was awesome in letting us know what's good and what's great. She was spot on with recommendations and her service. Great place in Northeast!
Smallish restaurant/bar tucked in a location you mind not think about, but always worth finding! Daily specials accompany their regular menu. The decor is warm and kind of clubby chic. Food is medium range price, but always delicious. Soup, salad, pasta, steak, seafood, burgers--they do it all. Love, love Eli's!
I came with a group for a Sunday brunch. Maybe our experience was not representative of the usual one, but I don't think I'm going back there again. The food was good, but nothing special. The service left a lot to be desired, however. It took the waiter a long time to show up so we could order coffee, and even more for us to order food. The brunch was served almost an hour after we sat. One of my orders was a cinnamon roll, but by the time the food arrived, they had run out of it. They gave us complimentary corn fritters, which was a plus, but they were also not particularly tasty.
If you're looking for a weekend brunch, my experience tells me that you should look for other places in this area.
A good place with a nice atmosphere. Menu was great and our main courses were good. Avoid the chili though. Too dry. A big lump in my bowl. Looked like something was freshly run over on the street outside and scooped up to put in the bowl.
We had a great time. Service was fantastic.
Excellent lunch, dinner, and late-night venue. Great bar with lots of great food choices reasonably priced. Must try the chop salad with homemade green goddess dressing, it’s one of the best and salads I’ve had in my life! Lots of other great things here, can’t wait to come back. Eli’s east gets my highest recommendation!
I love this place, and have been going there for years. I'm always happy with the Elis Old Fashioned, the tots, and the patio.
Service was outstanding, the place was clean and it has a cool, inclusive vibe. I ordered the Penne Cheese Pasta and I was disappointed. I asked for the half order, which is pretty small. I don't mind smaller portions, but usually, less in quantity - to me- means higher quality. The dish overall was dry and pastey. It probably didn't help that it came out poorly warmed.
We've never been here and thought we would try something different. I hate going to Minneapolis and had at least hoped for a memorable dining experience. I'm not including any opinions of the other 5 guests as they should do so themselves. AGAIN, the hostess was exceptional. The kitchen fell flat, in my opinion. I would need to be pressed to risk a second visit.
We have been to Eli's in NE a few times and always have a pretty good experience. Service is always pretty good and the ambiance is something we enjoy. Food has always been from good to great but is inconsistent. My husband has had the same dish multiple times and something is always a little off (a little too salty, a little undercooked), but still tasty enough to keep ordering. I have had both of their chicken dishes and would say they are both OK. Mild in flavor, would maybe order one of the again if I was in the mood. The Marsala is a broth type sauce with peppers instead of the creamy mushroom sauce I was expecting. Their sandwiches are very good, I would recommend the steak sandwich, it is fantastic.
Overall solid dishes that are a bit more upscale than your standard NE bar at a reasonable price- I would recommend to check it out!
Been here a few times. Never been disappointed. Tap selection is varied and has something for everyone. Pastrami sandwich is amazing. I prefer the jicama slaw, but normal with the coleslaw is just fine. Weekly wing specials are hard to go wrong with. No idea the names of my bartenders. But I've never had a bad one so names aren't that important. Elevates bar food. Don't expect gourmet but after the college bar scene this feels like a restaurant with a bar and not the other way around.
Their vegetarian special of the week during our visit was a killer veggie party melt. My wife's been a vegetarian for 8 years and tonight that was the best veggie sandwich/burger she's ever had. The service, ambiance and food are all outstanding. Good luck picking something to eat - everything is excellent!
Wonderful weekly menu on the blackboard updated consistently with new entree, appetizer, salad, soup, sandwich, wines, etc. etc. Return regularly and have never left anything less than totally satisfied. Great food, great staff. Also, the abnormal amount of attractive waitress could single handedly a reason to make this your new brunch spot.
This place has phenomenal food! I love the strawberry mascarpone French toast with apple wood smoked bacon for brunch. Servers are fabulous. They have a nice outdoor area when the weather is nice. Free parking
I am impressed with and pleasantly surprised by Eli's East. I was expecting diner or bar food. And although the ambiance leaves a lot to be desired, the drinks and entrees are creative and well-executed. Other than our server, who was also the bartender, not being very attentive, I really enjoyed my experience here. The pistachio cheesecake is a must!
Good place for everything. Lots of GF and organic things on their menu. The cocktails are decent here, and they keep a respectable amount of local beers on tap. Additionally, their kitchen stays open later, so it's good for a late snack!
(Don't let the "dive-y" outside look fool you; Eli's East really is top-notch!)
I’m from outta state came here just to try it and I had a great experience the hostess were very nice and welcoming and made sure we were good and I asked for a recommendation and it was 🔥 10/10 would recommend!! …
My husband and I went here for the first time last night, we can't believe we waited this long as we have been to almost every spot in NE! Amazing food. A must try - the Edamame slider!! Also, the Walleye tacos are good and spicy. And, the french fries are the same recipe, I swear, as McDonald's. Nice atmosphere, parking and good drinks too! Definitely will be back!!
Gawd I love this place. Really cool place to take a date. But what I really love is that they’re open late late late. I love stopping here on the way home from a night of clubbing. Great late night meal with a date. Menu changes nearly every day. I love that. Very creative recipes different chicken wings every week. love the cook love the service. Love Jake’s attitude. Give this place a try you’ll love it
Yummy and unique food options. The appetizers were a fav, especially the duck cream cheese wontons. This place can add up quickly if you're not paying attention, but the food is so worth it. Great cocktails too.
Great veggie friendly options! I had no idea how many choices they had or i would of come here much sooner! Love the rotating menu along with the staple pieces, i know i wont get board eatting here. Also, happy hour!
Eli's has a very nice but casual atmosphere. A variety of food options on the menu, something for everyone. I also enjoy their huge beer selection. If you're not into beer, they have delicious craft cocktails too!
I really enjoy the relaxed atmosphere here for grabbing a cocktail, especially compared to its neighbor Legends. My personal favorite is the Cran-Man (rye whiskey w/ cranberries). I can't recommend the food here, however. I once ordered a steak medium rare and it came back well done.
This is a great place to stop in for atmosphere and a drink, or a hearty meal. They have everything from "Steak & Cake" (crabcake) to a healthy choice of vegetarian plates. Dessert options have good variety (pistatio cheesecake was a special when I visited this time) without being too pretentious.
The bartender was fairly knowledgeable and didn't even wince when my young sister ordered her steak well done (sigh), it can be a little pricey at around $35 per person with a couple drinks each.
I really miss the East Pasta, but l love Eli's. Food and service has ALWAYS been perfect!
This place has some truly great chefs. I check out the New rotating weekly specials menu at least once a week (Just google elis east) and when I see a unique dish, go for it. I've had the best duck of my life here. Usually go for the black peppercorn steak or a seafood pasta. I've had one dish that was bad, and the bartender took it off of my bill when he realized I wouldn't eat it. So don't be afraid to be adventurous. You'll be very impressed 99% of the time.
The entrees are a little underwhelming but the desserts are amazing. I also love this place because there's a parking lot, a patio with fire places, and it's big enough that it never feels crowded. Love the atmosphere with the big dark booths and dim lighting.
California burger and Eli's Spicy chicken sandwich are amazing.
Great smaller restaurant that is kind of tucked away. Intimate seating. Quality food.
Had the house-made pastrami sandwich--it's heavy on the slaw and light on the meat (for some reason I was picturing it stacked with meat). Once I got over that, I took off the soggy bottom bread piece and scraped of the slaw. The open-face pastrami sandwich was delicious. Slaw was good, eaten separately. Tater tots are also yummy when they come out fresh! Service, the few times I've been, is pleasant..
Old school steakhouse vibes, but that means the martinis are more authentic and the toast has a better char. Solid burgers
So I don't usually write reviews, but found myself talking about this place with a friend and felt compelled to write something. First let me say that everything that I have ever eaten here is AMAZING! I love it for dinner or brunch on the weekends.
But I've kind of stopped going there recently because the service is so poor. Nearly every time I've been there, we've been served with attitude for simple things like asking for more coffee or bread. I've actually watched and listened as waitresses talk poorly of customers within earshot of... paying customers.
I really do love this place, but only will go there when I feel up to putting up with the service.
Impressive menu, cozy decor, friendly staff, and nice sound track!
The drinks looked good, though I didn't try any.
My Eli burger was delicious!
Always amazing food and service.
I highly recommend for late night eats or a romantic date! Eli's East is absolutely the spot to go if you want a dark cozy restaurant with good food, and great service wrapped into a quaint, sort of romantic, candle lit environment. Oh did I mention that the outdoor fire place adds the perfect touch. Their sister location is also a great spot to check out and the fact that they both serve food beyond the hours of almost anywhere in downtown or Northeast is an awesome added plus! Don't miss out on this little spot, enjoy!
Love their food and cocktails! Everything I have tried here has been great, from apps to brunch to lunch to dinner. Yum! Great atmosphere inside as well and a nice patio during the summer.
Always great service, atmosphere, and food and drinks, of course! They always have weekly or seasonal menu items, so there are fresh and new things regularly, which i love!
Eli's East is a great place for a fun dinner that won't break the bank. I like going here on holidays (Valentine's Day, New Years Eve) because they don't take reservations and I've never had an issue with wait time. They have fun cocktails and a bunch of daily specials so I have yet to get tired of the menu. I've thoroughly enjoyed every dish I've gotten.
Food was incredibly delicious. I had the smoked salmon/asparagus sandwich on rye. Service was very fast and very friendly. Prices were a bit on the high side, but not unexpected.
I had the salmon benedict. Absolutely delicious, great hashbrowns!
Atmosphere and service were great. I had the bruscetta which was too heavy on the balsamic reduction, the black and blue burger which was very good, and some strong, almost too strong, cocktails. Not a perfect meal but I would be willing to go back and try it again.
I've never had a bad meal here. Everything is always so fresh and delicious, plus I love the casual old school supper club vibe. It's my go-to place when I need a martini lunch.
I had an amazing experience at Eli's East (I can't wait to go back to see if it holds up or if it was a fluke). My husband and I went before a show at the Gutherie and on Friday night. There was no wait at 6pm, which shocked me, but was very convenient. They have a standard menu and also a ton of weekly specials, including a weekly soup, appetizer, chicken wings, salad, sandwich, pasta, entree, veggie dish, and dessert.
We started with the half sized Marinated Tomato Salad with house-smoked mozzarella, grilled asparagus, marinated tomatoes, crispy prosciutto, mixed greens, balsalmic vinaigrette for $7. This was plenty large for 2 people to split before dinner and was delicious.They don't skip on the good parts of the salad and fill up your plate with sad lettuce - the portions were perfect.
We both ended up ordering a pasta dish - me from the specials menu and my husband the East Pasta from the standard menu. Mine was so chocked full of veggies it was amazing. I got the half portion and was stuffed. His had no vegetables, but the sauce was very flavorful (rosemary I believe) and was plenty as a half portion as well.
Our server was amazing - always seeing if we needed anything, clearing our table, refilling drinks, etc.
I can't wait to try this gem again.
One of my favorite places to eat anytime of the day, especially awesome because the kitchen is open late! I've been coming here for 3 years now and haven't really found anything I don't like. The Steak and Cake is superb and the Penne and Cheese is some of the best mac & cheese in MPLS.
Cocktails are always made to the highest quality and the service is usually top notch. I suggest to get the "Something Chocolate" dessert, it changes often but never disappoints.
Spectacular late night menu, knowledgeable bar and service staff ample seating both inside and out. A NE staple.
Food and atmosphere are great. The server we had was not the greatest. Did not have a clue about some dishes on the menu, when i asked what my side options with my sandwich were, she said to look at the menu. So why do we habe a server if they cannot explain what the food is?
Interesting beer selection, food has always been good, never have to wait, and parking in back! Servers and bartenders have always been nothing but kind and helpful. Fries are particularly delish.
As someone in the industry, their kitchens food has always done more than hit the spot. One of my dearest friends and I often visit and will always leave with the best "taste" in our mouths! From the always awesome service, the comfortable ambiance, and of course the AMAZING food! We have finally found a place that bends the trends and delivers while making things feel like home.
I ordered take out tonight because she is deeply ill and all she really needed was some Eli's! Take out can be a lame situation; Even still received the great genuine service!
Thank you Eli's!
One of my favorite restaurants I’m the neighborhood! My family has tried several dishes and has enjoyed every single one! Check this place out, you won’t regret it!
Went for brunch with friends before doing an escape room down the road that morning. The food was good, service was great, but the mimosas were tiny and not really cheap. My wife did like the spicy bloody Mary though.
Loved the atmosphere, loved the waiter, and loved the food. Very glad we decided to try it while in town. We live 3 hours away and talked about having to come back to Minneapolis just for Eli's. Thanks for a great experience!
DONT EVEN GET ME STARTED ON THIS PLACE!!!!
Eli's officially has blown my mind. There chocolate cake was amazing. Love this place 10/10
After going to Elis downtown a ton of times then moving to NE it was time to give this spot a try. Decor wise, I actually love the vibe. The drinks that I got, a New Fashioned was made very well and tasted great. The food was also very good, although both mine and my wife meals were slightly undercooked. I had a huge pork ribeye so I can understand why it may have been a little difficult to get to medium in the center. My wife steak was supposed to be medium rare, but was rare. Overall, we'll definitely be back. Everything tasted great, just needed another minute on the grill.
Food is great, prices are affordable, and the drinks are nice and strong.
Went there with a group of 5. No problem seating us later at night. One of our party is a regular there.
Lovely service, disappointing food. The mashed potato and grilled asparagus salvaged the steak dinner. The difference between medium rare and medium is more than just the time on the grill. It wasn't a busy night, and the uneven doneness was not helped by the lack of proper searing. Though it was comp'd without request or complaint, I would hesitate before ordering anything more sophisticated than a sandwich.
Been here a few times. Had a good time on the patio tonight. Lots of food options, featured menu is always worth a looksee. Enjoyed our server Jake.
Recommended. great food and nice atmosphere.
Went here for lunch and had a cheeseburger, fantastic. Watch the pepper-jack cheese, it’s hotter than F&$@. But tasty.
I enjoyed the llapingachos, one weekend only menu item. The building is cozy. Coat hooks at the booths. Bathrooms are well maintained. We had to swap breads because they mixed up the toast, but everyone was happy with their meals. Bloody marys were watery. America's Funniest Home Videos was playing, so that was great.
A great find! Casual, clubby, retro atmosphere with patio seating as well. Friendly, efficient wait staff, great menu with plenty of vegetarian and meat options. Delicious food and reasonable pricing (medium price range).
Gin plus blueberry plus cider equals amazing drink! Fabulous weekly specials for drinks and food both. They look like they only have IPAs on tap... not my personal choice. Intimate atmosphere.
Have a lunch get together every month with the guys, food always good to excellent, like the added outside dining option, wait staff ok to slow. Prices reflective of taste of food. Always look forward to specials for the month. Nice job on website and communications with emails.
I tried the salmon and asparagus melt sandwich absolutely amazing and the service was excellent most enjoyable I highly recommend going here!
Offerings are all over the board, I'm particularly fond of their sandwiches. Entrees are filling. Friendly staff, outdoor seating options. Never too loud. Convenient lunch spot.
We found this place on accident. We're staying at an Airbnb just down the street. The food is great and it's a very relaxed atmosphere. Great little find!
Nice little spot off of Hennepin in Minneapolis, and the food was good! There is a HUGE gluten free/friendly menu to choose from if you need it. My other co-workers said the non-gluten free options were pretty good as well.
Ive had nearly everything on the menu at this point and have enjoyed everything I have ordered. I tell all of my friends to come here as the food is great and the atmosphere is great for any mood.
Personal Favorites: steak sandwich, Penne & cheese, walleye po-boy, Coq au Vin, Cheese steak sandwich, walleye tempura, Knife and fork house salad, any of their weekly wing specials, beef stroganoff (weekly special every few months),banana cream pie. The breakfast is great too....
Prices are very reasonable. This is a 5-star place, and difficult to top, as long as prices stay at $10-15 per plate
Straight forward dishes but with exciting twists. Great tasting food for fair prices. Great service. Nice interior and patio. Will go again...
One of my favorite late night picks. Very local vibe. I'm recognized by the bartender and the other patrons are always social and friendly. The food here never has failed me.
A cozy casual hangout. The wait staff was great. The food was a little better than your usual bar fare-- good specials, and options for vegetarian types.
Great place
Great service
Excellent food
Always delicious, friendly service, and great spot for a drink and good meal.
Chill place with great food and a nice patio. Our bartender was awesome! Recommend if you're looking great and beer in general or to eat at HeadFlyer down the road.
This place surprised me - sort of unassuming and doesn't have a great location, but the food was solid and the patio had space on it even though we went on a very warm evening. Good spot for casual fare and some beers.
We miss you all. This place was our go to. The food was always good and drinks perfectly balanced. The service always on point. Hope to be back.
Great place for a variety of dining occasions, a nice dinner, dates, happy hour and more. It easily beats the downtown location. Stacey is great, I'd recommend her!
Had a terrific experience tonight with takeout. The excellent food (as always) and the personable staff reminds you why Eli's is a great place to have in your neighborhood.
Loved everything about this place. Decor inside was inviting, server was on point and a pleasure to have, and it does not hurt that the food was amazing. Just became a must visit whenever I am in the Cities area.
This is one of my favorite brunch spots in the city. Great food, service, drinks, and prices are very fair. The lunch and dinner menu is outstanding as well
The greatest Eggs Benedict ever. Served atop some seriously next level cuts of steak. Screwdrivers are fantastic. Servers are always excellent.
A really enjoyable place with good food and drinks. The staff is super friendly. Jake, our server, was very personable and had a great sense of humor.
Great place for drinks and appetizers! The service was fast and friendly! I couldn't ask for more! The cheese plate was really fun.
Walked 40 min to get there and it was worth it! Truffle Burger and Chicken Marsala was awesome!!! One of the best burgers I’ve had. Had a Spicy margarita which was delicious!
Great vegetarian options and specials. Awesome staff and a lovely atmosphere! Basically you can go with any food item here and be impressed.
Always an outstanding experience. Fantastic staff and spectacular food. If visiting during the warmer months, they have a wonderful outdoor seating area and firepit.
Nice atmosphere and bartender was nice. cocktail had old cherries and the tomato basil was all salt. BLT was good.
A very cool & good place to go and enjoy 🌟😎 …
Great place to relax and enjoy a good meal and drinks.
Went in on a Friday afternoon with a 2 1/2 year old. Server was amazingly attentive to our little one and all of our needs. Great food and the drink menu was extensive.
Great hole in the wall kind of place. Like a place the local crowd would come to eat a nice meal and chill. The duck wontons were great, and the burgers where nicely cooked.
Convenient location with parking. Sitting outside by the fire when it's nice out is always fun! The walleye poboy is soooo good!! Kind of overpriced for food and drinks, but that doesn't mean it isn't good
Bigger cousin to the original Eli’s in downtown Minneapolis. The menu is just as great, but with much more room indoors, and an even better outdoor patio with a fire pit. Food is fabulous.
Lunch was great, service was good. Portion on the lump crab salad was poor, like three bits of crab in a ten dollar salad. Would recommend the walleye poboy instead.
Had a great lunch here and the wine selection was excellent and well priced. I would go back. My only complaint the bathroom was sub par and not the same calibur as the rest of the establishment
We are regulars and I am never disappointed.
The weekly food and drink specials keep us coming back.
Surf and Turf and a "New Fashioned" this evening!
Fantastic.
A laid back cocktail lounge with delicous craft cocktails and good food. They also serve brunch on the weekends.
I loved visiting Eli's! The staff is fantastic and the food is so great! You must have the pistachio cheesecake!
The food was great! The service was exceptional and the restaurant itself is friendly and welcoming. We had a lovely experience.
Great food and great service!
Absolutely LOVE this place! Have been here 3x already and it gets better each time. They just put the duck breast on the menu. Try it. You won't be disappointed !
Great beer, and amazing food.
The tacos are a must try!
Best place to eat in NE hands down. I have been coming here since 2015.
Wonderful food and staff. Convenient hours throughout the week.
Awesome casual bar, local type of vibe, with a few TVs for sports. Super good service at the bar!
Great atmosphere, tasty foods. Good drinks and lovely customer service
So so so tasty. Everything is local and fresh. Meat is locally sourced and not fed a bunch of crap. Coq au vin, pork tenderloin, grilled cheese, crunchy beef taco, all to die for. And very reasonable priced for the quality size and preparation
Excellent services respectful and very timely.
Casual place. A very short, but tasty, late night happy hour menu. The Buffalo slider was actual buffalo😜 …
Good restaurant. Good location. The food is hit or miss but great overall.
Relaxing and cozy atmosphere. Food was good and would like to try more. Decent pricing. Fire pit outside gives a little relaxing.
Great neighborhood place! My boyfriend and I like to go there once a month to get the specials and some cocktails. Top notch service and food!
Good food and friendly service, but a bit high priced. Angus beef burgers cooked to order. Avoid the homemade chips, very bland.
One of my favorite restaurants ever. The food is AMAZING! Pretty fancy, for a very reasonable price. I love it!
Yum! Great food, excellent service, nice atmosphere. What more could you want? It's my go-to.
Great food! Not packed when we went for early dinner. Atmosphere pleasant and could hear our friends in conversation.
Comfortable, lived in, low key atmosphere with an extensive menu, very good food and perfect service. My teens liked it so much they forgot to ruin the meal with arguing ;)
My 1st time and I will be back!
I love this place. It’s so tasty. Brunch is amazing!
Great service and food. I have been here many times and have never been disappointed. Worth the stop! Great atmosphere, and easy parking.
The surf and turf entree was quite nice and a good value. The servers were attentive and the cocktail menu inventive.
Great food, nice drinks. Definitely on the high end of casual dining. Worth the money. Try the duck confit wontons. You won't regret it
Been visiting Eli's for a dozen or more years. The food and drink are always awesome and though staff has changed, they seem to constantly be not only efficient and professional, but goldarn friendly!
Good food, never disappoints, good service and nice ambiance. Our favorite neighborhood restaurant.
I regularly come here with large groups from Minnsky Theater, and the Eli's staff handles it wonderfully! The food is delicious of course, but it's the staff that's exceptional.
Good food and good service. 👍 …
I got the eggs benedict and a bloody mary. My gf got some salad thing that she said was really good. There is nothing I would change about the entire Eli's East experience.
Seems to be consistently forgotten about as a solid brunch spot and a creative dinner menu. Comfortable and fun environment. Solid service.
Great service great food Americana style..best late night dinner in the city. Nightly happy hour that includes rotating food and drink specials
Upscale bar with nice weekly menus. Gluten free options available. Terrific wait staff and friendly local bar atmosphere.
Great atmosphere in there! Food was delicious and our server was excellent.
One of my favorite spots for breakfast! I love the fresh orange juice, and how there are so many choices for the sides and meats.
Food is always great! Lots of gluten free options. Wish the drinks were a little stronger.
comfy booths throughout the restaurant. always check the daily specials sheet. rotating tap beers are always a stellar selection of national and local-NE breweries.
Go for the burgers, the Bacon Cheeseburger was awesome! Decent beer selection
Great service, great food... will definitely go back!!!
Eli's serves good food until late at night and Patrick, the bartender, is great! Their outdoor patio is nice too.
Super diverse menu's. The servers are always so kind. Its not that expensive. Delicious food
My favorite brunch spot in town. Quality food, great selection of adult beverages and excellent staff.
Great place for drink and food
Always great food and even better service. Doesn't matter what time of day you go, you always get the best all around quality.
Filet was good. Please bring back the steak and eggs with churrasco sauce!!
Wide ranging menu and all done well. Staff is great.
Great food! Great service! Awesome atmosphere! Diggin this amazing NE spot!
Patio is really nice with a fantastic music playlist as well!
Regular menu along with changing weekly menu, both are fabulous. Good service, great bartenders and fun drinks.
Great food. There is a variety of tasty and creative options. Very kind servers
Eli's never disappoints. Great spicy bloody, great options (including weekly special appearances) for brunch. Friendly staff.
The cocktails were great, the appetizers good, and the atmosphere let's just call it funky LOL
The times I have been there, the service and the food has been excellent. And be sure to get their Banana Cream Pie. There will be a mint leaf for the topping.
I like this place a lot. It has great food, good specials, smart staff and a comfortable feel.
Prices very fair
New dishes that are different but a large selection to fit anyone tastes
Fun and attentive waitstaff
Don’t go after 5. They turn down the lights and you can’t read the menu without a flashlight. Good food.
Excellent small place with good local food. Never have been disappointed.
The food and service are always great here. I had the house made pastrami on this visit and everything about it was great!
Food was great, server, Jake was friendly and fun. Eli's has a great upscale yet chill vibe.
There were 5 of us tonight. 2 adults and 3 kids. Everyone loved it.
GREAT PLACE!
Nice outdoor seating.
Great breakfast..super-well trained and friendly service !
Great food, nice atmosphere, super friendly and helpful wait-staff
Pasta was good. But the big plate for $28 was barely bigger than the normal one for $15.
Great food and service on a Sunday afternoon.
Awesome, large menu. Good cocktails. Laid back evening atmosphere.
The staff here is a lot of fun and the food is great. It's pretty spendy but it's a great place to celebrate a graduation.
check it out, it is amazing!!
Eli's is great. The service is always good. The food is delicious and decently priced. I always have a good time.
Pastrami sandwich with a side jicama was good. Visited during lunch hour and it was busy. Staff seemed overwhelmed so the service was slow.
The French toast and duck hashbrowns are especially good, but I've never had a bad meal here!
I love this place. Pricing is good, good quantity and quality is amazing and the attention is just wonderful. Will definitely come here often.
Slightly off the beaten path but worth a stop. Cozy bar with a big menu.
Out if the way SUPERB food. A real surprise tucked in a mostly commercial area. Great features cocktails
Good food and good service. Great for a date. The atmosphere is more on the romantic side.
Great staff! Very fun and comfortable place to eat and drink and spend time with friends and meet new people.
Delicious! The atmosphere was perfect. Service was excellent. Will definitely go again.
Great food with a neighborly laid back atmosphere. Weekly specials, with featured wines.
Food, drinks, and atmosphere was amazing! And Jacob and all the wait staff were out of this world!
Great little place for a nicer meal. Sizable portions. Inventive menu that changes regularly.
the food is amazing! Everything I've had here was fantastic!!
Fabulous food and carefully created dishes full of flavor! Everything about Eli's makes it a fast favorite!
Desserts were delicious! We sampled them all!!!
This is a hidden gem. Find your way there and you will discover such joy. Been going there for years and it is always on my list when I visit Minneapolis.
Super delicious food, fun ambiance, and very friendly staff!
Good food. We always love it. :)
Kid friendly...or is it? Cuz they do not have highchairs. :(
Eli's is one of my very favorites in Northeast Minneapolis. Traditional fare with a twist, it's a great place for comfort classics!
Great food. Good beer and cocktail menu. Go here for cocktails.
Good food, cozy seating indoors and out. I have had slow service, but never a bad experience.
Great food every time always check the specials cause they are some of the best things.
Bigger inside than it looks. Lots to choose from on the menu both food and drink. Quickly served, perfectly prepared.
Great staff . Everyone is friendly& knowledgeable. The bar has some of the lesser common spirits which are such a treats to find out in about.
Always good food and quick service. We've never been disappointed with anything we've tried.
Great service! Great food!
The food is consistently good and they make some awesome cocktails.
Wait staff was so friendly to my son and I. The truffle burger was fantastic.
Love this place for a food after a show after the cabooze. Serves food late, and its always top service and great eats.
The food was amazing and so was the service. Had an amazing time, definitely going back soon.
A favorite spot for after-work happy hour and for our project team's celebrations. Also great Sunday brunch!
Great food and fantastic staff. Your can always expect a superb time
Always love the Patio here! Great staff, music, drinks and food. Parking lot behind building makes it a convenient stop.
We really like the food and drinks here. Prices are reasonable and service is great.
Always great food options (dry rub wings, penne and cheese, steak and cake), good cocktails.
Friday night bartender is an extraordinary gentleman! Not only a great bar but the burgers are fantastic!
All around best place in the area
Great service, great food, great cocktails!!!!
Can't wait to come back!!!
L-o-v-e this place. I will be back.
Friendly, attentive wait staff, decent beer/wine selection, tasty entrees.
Excellent food and service every time I've been there.
Great late night food!! Our service was impeccable! Jake is awesome!!
Love the brunch on weekends, fantastic service and the food is very very good
Good food, nice atmosphere.
Such good Canadian bacon. It's honestly amazing!
Food was really excellent. Decently priced too. I will be back.
This is one of my boyfriend and my favorite late night spots to go. Great drinks and great food menu!
Pretty good food and service. Selection is a bit small, but varied.
One of my favs, consistently good food and great service!!
Excellent steak and cakes dinner. Excellent company. Eccentric service.
Love the vibes of this place & the staff totally kill it! Went for the first time a couple weeks ago & I don't know how I went so long without visiting this place sooner.
Ambiance, social distancing, great selection of beer and killer food.
I love Eli's! Always has excellent service and food - including vegetarian options.
Eli’s is consistently good food, with equally consistent service. Been there many times, and will be back again and again.
Good happy hour prices and quick food, good quality too!
Great atmosphere for brunch. Loved the spicy bloody Mary.
One of my favorite places to go after a show. Food is good, however it's a bit expensive for what you get.
Food is amazing, yet not too Boujee, which is nice. Pistachio Cheesecake was Top 5
One of the best in Northeast
Wonderful vibe, great drinks and great food
Ty and his staff are the best!
Great little place, atmosphere, wonderful food, cocktails & service.
Love the food & the wide selection; however, the lighting is kinda gross sometimes
Friendly staff, great food, cozy surroundings. Lots to like here.
Large menu good food.
Definitely a good place to check out for food. Especially when they offer their duck wontons.
Good food, good bartending. I wish they hadn't stopped serving Hauenstein on tap 😒 …
Great food and service - will definitely be going back regularly.
Bartender was really friendly. Decent selection of beers on tap.
Good food but always crowded so best to come early.
Great service and great food. Nothing on the menu has disappointed
They were the only place open for late night martinis when I needed it!
Food was amazing, service was great, friendly Staff.
Great pistachio cheesecake.
Great food, great service. Trendy atmosphere
Great food, amazing selection on the menu for food and drinks
Superb staff. Fantastic food. Perfect pricing.
Food usually good but tonight very lacking for the price and still hungry. New cook?
The food is always good. And the banana cream pie is awesome.
Fantastic food, great atmosphere, and tasty beverages
My favorite neighborhood place. Always delicious. Always great service.
Great food and drinks, wonderful service!
Great atmosphere , super friendly staff, nice outside patio.
Late night kitchen, great service, good deals and vegetarian options.
Best comfort food & drinks from brunch to the late night menu.
Super cute
Nice staff
Good food
Dark and red, decent draft selection, better than pub food, nice patio.
Great menu, exceptional food. One of our favorites.
Well executed plates at a very reasonable price with food available round midnight.
Perfect service with excellent brunch options on Sundays!
Really good food. Wish the tap rotated more frequently.
Great ambiance, service, food & cocktails!
Very nice waitstaff. Great food.
Not a ton of food options and portions aren't huge but the food itself is great
great service dependable menu nice atmosphere
Excellent everything!
Very nice place with good food. Great staff!
Loved the food. Great service and vibe
Great apps, food, and drinks. Highly recommend the taco appetizers!
It's splendid. Food, drinks, service. Lovely.
Great service, great drinks and geat food.
Pretty good.
Great food during the day or late night. Kitchen closes at 1am
Great food. I love both locations.
Good food and cocktails. Within walking distance of the Walker.
I live in the neighborhood and have eaten here plenty of times and it’s always amazing!!
Very layback had a wonderful time coming back soon
Large menu, great food, moderate prices.
Best food all the time do make this a must go to.
Great food and drinks with late night hours
Jake is the best! Ask him for movie recommendations :)
Great drinks, good food, friendly staff.
One of my favorite places, there cocktail are A+
Burger was bomb! Portions were large and wait staff was awesome!
Very friendly staff, good drinks and very good food.
Great brunch and really good service!
Food was good and reasonable. Staff was very friendly.
Cool place. Great staff and excellent food.
Great food, great environment and great service!
Every nice place for lunch or dinner, good food
Good food good drinks awesome atmosphere
EVERYTHING WAS A1 food perfect really good portions..
The most best dirty martini!
Really a 3.5 in my opinion. It's solid, nothing blew me away. Good martini
Waleye was great a bit pricey for lunch but good food and service
Nice place, food is good, good selection of beer.
A nice little place to eat with some amazing food.
Great gluten free options, and the whole family loved it.
Fantastic! So many benedict options and everything is fresh. A must stop in NE Minneapolis.
Amazing food and very nice servers
Excellent fresh food, service & ambiance!
Always solid. Burgers done medium rare are fabulous.
Food is very good, but noise level can be excessive.
Great food drink and service
Great food and Jake or Waiter was the Bomb!
Phenomenal food. Everything tasted amazing.
Good food. Good service
Always great food and service at Eli's! 💜
One of my favorite places in the city. Both locations are superb.
Awesome food and drinks! Pork belly sliders are a MUST!
Great ambiance, food, drinks, and service!
Great food and Stephanie was an awesome waitress.
Great Vibe, music is awesome, and food is good!
Great food and drinks are reasonably priced.
Fantastic good and friendly service. Will definitely visit again.
Great menu and good food!
Loved the amazing menu and atmosphere.
Delicious and Great Service!
Love this place, super great for brunch.
Love it! Great food and ambiance
Surprisingly cozy & warm. Fun menu!
The food was fun and I live the patio
Never had food there, bartenders are cool...
Great place to get a bite, a meal, or have some drinks
Great food, service was decent
Wonderful, atmosphere pleasant and good is great
Fabulous! Jake = best waiter in the Twin Cities
Great place. Food was phenomenal
Great food, Jake provided great service
Great brunch and good cocktails