Cafe Twenty-Eight
Minneapolis, MN 55410
Phone: (612) 926-2800
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- Price:
- $$$
- Hours:
- Tue-Thu 11am-9pm, Fri-Sat 11am-10pm, Sun 10am-2pm
Editorial Review for Cafe Twenty-Eight – by Donna Tabbert Long
In Short
At night, flattering candlelight creates cozy comfort in the small space. In the daytime, a beautiful, arched window offers views of the Linden Hills street scene. Only a few historic photographs let on that this was once a firehouse. The menu changes monthly, featuring mostly grilled, good-value meals. Among the comfort fare: A perfectly melted, clear-the-sinuses quesadilla, fresh greens jumbled with sliced peaches, sweet pistachios and savory Gorgonzola, or simple pasta with mushroom sauce.
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Insider Tips
What to DrinkThe wine list features reasonably priced choices, while an unusual beer selection includes some Belgian picks. Because of the liquor license, you must order food with your wine or beer.
Where to SitIn summertime, come early: Everybody wants a table at the lovely patio out front.
User Reviews for Cafe Twenty-Eight
10/31/2007 Posted by hungryinsw
My experience at Cafe 28 was quite pleasing. We stuck with mostly Latin cuisine despite the fact that there was a very good looking Lamb dish on the menu along with some other tempting choices. The tacos we had were awesome. The flavors were there and they were huge! Two tacos was more than enough. They were perfectly garnished and loaded with juicy chicken, tasty avocado and a refreshing and cooling queso fresco. The tortillas, although thin and a bit easy to break, were the most authentic I've tasted since I left Guatemala. I hade the adobo braised Pork and it was everything it needed to be. Smoky, and just the right amount of spice for a truly latin signature. My only criticism would be the sheer amount of sauce that accompanied the perfectly cooked meat (I will say that I would rather have too much sauce than rubbery, dry meat)This is a flavor profile that is often missed if even offered around most local restaurants. I will without a doubt come back to Cafe 28 and am looking forward to exploring other menu options. Try it, you'll like it.
Pros: Well executed food at an affordable price, great beverage list
Cons: Tough toget a tablesometimes , call ahead or go on a non-peak night!
10/26/2007 Posted by uradel
My husband and I came here with another couple and we were all impressed with our selections. I had a crusted walleye that was cooked to perfection. My dining companions had steaks/fish and we were all quite pleased. Even though it was a busy Friday night when owner Linda Haug does her Wisconsin fish fry, she graciously accepted our last minute reservation. The atmosphere is warm and cozy & they have an impressive wine menu and wonderful Belgian brews. Our waiter was witty and charming and it was a great evening. I am very supportive of unique one of a kind restaurants that have great food, service, wine and a philosophy that supports sustainable farming & organic methods. I wish the owner great success. We will definitely return.
Pros: Supports organic farming, great menu diversity, good wines/brews, cozy atmosphere
Cons: none
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