Signature Cafe
Minneapolis, MN 55414
Phone: (612) 378-0237
- Price:
- $
- Cross Street:
- SE Franklin Avenue
- Hours:
- Tue-Fri 11am-1:30pm, 5pm-9pm, Sat 5pm-9pm, Sun 5pm-8pm
Editorial Review for Signature Cafe – by Donna Tabbert Long
In Short
This little storefront set within a residential neighborhood features freshly painted turquoise walls with salmon trim. Linen-draped tables, vintage wood booths and a glass case displaying homemade sweets gives the place a homey feel. Everything oozes personal touches, from the conscientious service to Nathalie poking her head out of the kitchen, checking to make sure everything's good. Besides flaky spinach pie, fresh tabbouleh and spicy hummus, entrees include tender pot roast and winning lemon-thyme chicken.
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Insider Tips
The ExtrasLooking for a sweet little lemon bar or a slice of almond torte? Stop in and check out the small display case. Everything is homemade and excellent.
User Reviews for Signature Cafe
07/14/2008 Posted by tk7147
Just took my second trip to Signature Cafe for a special occasion. Again, it was just great on a beautiful summer evening. They had a four course dinner option with accompanying wines which were outstanding. The patio is perfect for relaxing. I have thoroughly enjoyed both of my trips here.
06/29/2008 Posted by zimmee66
In principle this should be a delightful place...in practice it is merely adequate. We went (two couples) and partook of a decent tasting menu and wine flight. It was underwhelming overall from a culinary standpoint. I feel that Signature is resting on its reputation as a "liberal joint" rather than turning out good food. Mind you, my politics are pretty much the same as the owners, but I don't care to mix politics with food, but the rather bitter, overbearing owner couldn't keep herself from espousing her views to our table, and then proceeded to complain about the political environment in general. Then she proceeded to complain about how tough the restaurant business is (yes, I know!) and carry on at length despite the fact that we kept edging towards the door. So, I think its a "liberal-trap" (sorta like a tourist trap). It left a bad taste in my mouth psychically and cuisine-wise. The wait staff was dopey and slow, too. Finally, it was really pretty pricey. I know the owner is unabashed in her views, but I can't help but think she's part of the problem with civil discourse in this country...we would not think it very charming to go to the Rush Limbaugh cafe....so why does Signature get a pass?
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