Eating in Minneapolis, Part II: New Restaurants!
After polling in-the-know Twin Citians, the two new restaurants I decided to try were Barrio and Brasa.
Barrio is a new Mexican tapas restaurant on Nicollet Avenue. We tried a few things off the late nite menu, and although tasty (sorry, too dark for pics!) I wasn’t blown away. Perhaps I’ll have to go back and try the full menu. The drink pictured above was my favorite part of the meal: a passionfruit margarita with champagne and peppers!
Brasa was hands down the most recommended restaurant, and a place I had never heard of. But after this trip, I’m permanently adding it to my Minneapolis rotation. It’s a gourmet rotesserie by the same guy who does Restaurant Alma. You pick your meat (chicken, pork, or beef) and two comfort food sides; I did chicken, creamed spinach with jalapeño, and masa corn and cheese cakes. What’s more, it’s extremely affordable. That whole plate of food cost me $12!
I’m still dreaming about the butterscotch pudding with whipped cream and shortbread cookie. It was the perfect way to finish such a hearty meal, and one of the best desserts I’ve ever had. Thanks to everyone who recommended this restaurant!
