Stepchld - Minneapolis

Ok secretly this be the best burger in the city. Perfect greasy, too cheesy ratio. They do the “smash” burger as good as anyone. Also amazing staff, had great service.

The food was pretty good, and my waitress was great. However, literally 1 minute after I signed my check and was discussing plans with my family where to go next, the hostess rudely came to our table and said, “just so you know, we need this table for a reservation” which was off-putting after spending $275 on drinks, apps, food, and dessert. Won’t be coming back; hope you have a better experience if you decide to go.

I dined at Stepchld this past summer and had a wonderful experience. The atmosphere was delightful, and the food was exquisite. I ordered the Lavender Nori Shrimp, and the flavors were so intriguing that I would definitely order it again.

We spontaneously met our daughter for a light dinner and a glass of wine at the bar since the restaurant was full. Despite this, we felt perfectly comfortable and welcomed. We particularly enjoyed the shared Brussels sprouts and the mussels.

I entered the restaurant expecting great food, thanks to recommendations from friends, but it truly surpassed my expectations. The dishes appeared simple at first, but the flavors and textures combined in wonderfully intricate ways. We started with the Brussels sprouts and then shared the lavender nori shrimp and Ethiopian birria tacos for our main courses. The portion sizes were satisfying, but the quality left me wishing I could have more once we finished. The staff were attentive and friendly, and the atmosphere was cozy without being cramped or overly loud.