Bellanotte
Minneapolis, MN 55403
Phone: (612) 339-7200
11/23/2007 Posted by nyexport
Were promptly seated and waitress was pleasant, taking the time to run through the menu. 2 in our party asked if they could substitute the pasta that came with the ahi-tuna for asparagus and were told it was fine; 3 minutes before our mains came out, she then told us they would have to charge for the sub, definitely a little late in the proceedings. The Ahi-tuna was meant to be one of their signature dishes and boated sushi-grade tuna; this was definitely not the case. The "Mozzarella in Carrozza" was nothing more than a couple of flat, breaded mozzarella sticks that you could find in a bar; certainly not what was described in the menu (lightly sauteed and baked). The flat bread had a chunk of cheese dropped in the center which wasn't properly cooked (go to RedStone if you want a proper flat bread in my opinion) The Penne Vodka was well thought of, a saving grace of sorts Service staff were over eager, trying to snatch the plates away almost before you were gone. Beer selection was pitiful, wines were certainly good though. Overall, not a place to go back to, especially given the prices!
Pros: Good wine selection, good atmosphere, parking across the street
Cons: Poor food, expensive, agressive staff, having a bathroom attendant is pretentious in this day
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