This place is fantastic! The chefs know what they are doing! I strongly recommend the Braised Short Rib Pappardelle! It's very flavorful! The ribs literally melt in your mouth! Spaghetti and meatballs are super good! Huge meatballs! Lemonade is fresh squeezed and tasty! We will definitely come back again!
Nicole C.
Always looking for new brunch places. Picked Bacios because located midway between the three of us. The interior is quite nice. The service was fantastic. We never felt rushed and our server was super attentive. Really like that they use local ingredients and call them out on the menu. The food was mediocre. I had an omelet with sausage, spinach and Gruyère cheese and it was fine, just not much flavor and pretty greasy. My SIL had the mushroom omelette and said it was decent. Both of our omelets came with a wedge of hash browns. I love crispy hash browns but these were like cardboard and had no flavor despite adding salt and pepper. My other SIL had the traditional eggs Benedict with breakfast potatoes. She seemed happy with it but to me it looked like it had been sitting too long before serving. The eggs weren't runny and the hollendaise was too set- not creamy enough. Would be curious to try non brunch food and might give it another chance. Realistically- it's just another "ok" restaurant at a shopping mall.
Leonard Armitage
Great food and atmosphere. Amazing service. One of our favorites in MN.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Maddie H.
Nice classy ambiance. My boyfriend and I were served at the bar by Eric. We ordered 2 different cocktails, a Caesar salad, the filet mignon, the filet mignon sandwich, and a lemon blackberry dessert. Cocktails were wonderful, Eric was very knowledgeable about our drinks and the pairings with the food. Steak was served as ordered, very tasty. Everything tasted great and was locally sourced! Will definitely be back soon!
Nicole A.
The scallops are my favorite and you can't skip out on the peanut butter gelato, I wish they had it every night!
Keith E.
Absolutely recommend! If you just want a drink and some apps, the bar is awesome. We typically go for a sit down meal and have never been disappointed. Servers are excellent and know the menu inside and out. They can make suggestions to help with meal choice. The food is unbelievable. I am a tightwad so don't go out for more expensive meals very often but when I do, Bacio is always at the top of the list. Its not just the meal its the experience.
Misty Mae
The food and service was 5 star! Beautiful place, a little noisier than anticipated but overall wonderful. The walleye was great! Will be back!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
BarbaraC
I love eating here because of the atmosphere and food. Our server, Stephanie, was very helpful with the gluten-free options for me and she gave us the space to converse while taking great care of us. Everyone enjoyed their meal and didn't feel rushed on a Friday evening. It's always my first choice for dining.
Hannah White
One of our families favorite restaurants! Great atmosphere, warm and quaint, good variety of dish selections (and alcohol pairings) - plus they consistently provide the best service, even cutting up steaks and other meat options for younger children. Above and beyond!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Cobbler, Shepherd Song Farm Braised Lamb Shank, Pesto Crusted Sea Bass, Spare Ribs with Pappardelle, Ahi Tuna Crisps
Shannon O.
Here for the first time last month. Our server was great and the food was very good. The restaurant was packed and very loud which is fine unless you want to try and have a conversation with a person on the other side of the table. It's expensive...but it's Minnetonka.
We went for early dinner (5:15) and got ahead of the Friday night crowd. Service was very attentive. Food was delicious and new wine list is excellent. Prices are higher with the new menu, but the great experience was worth it.
MargeP
A wonderful culinary experience with scrumptious food, attentive wait staff, and a private dining ambience. We highly recommend the Bacio salad, any pasta dish, and the braised short ribs were tender and flavorful.
Randy
I've heard/read many positive reviews and opinions of this restaurant. However, I have always been a person to experience things and formulate my own opinion. My point of view, the overall experience was superb. This Italian restaurant is outstanding!! ~Randy
Jenifer Coleman
Stopped for a late lunch on President Day. The food was delicious and good portions. We had the dill chicken sandwich and fire oven vegetarian pizza. Nice atmosphere, and friendly attentive service.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
RebeccaS
Bacio never disappoints! From the excellent cuisine, courteous and knowledgeable staff, nice and relaxing ambiance, and creative menu selections, we return time and again. In addition, the happy hour and bar area are a nice option as well. Definitely a neighborhood gem and asset! Thank you for being a true gift to our community.
This place is fantastic! The chefs know what they are doing! I strongly recommend the Braised Short Rib Pappardelle! It's very flavorful! The ribs literally melt in your mouth! Spaghetti and meatballs are super good! Huge meatballs! Lemonade is fresh squeezed and tasty! We will definitely come back again!
Always looking for new brunch places. Picked Bacios because located midway between the three of us. The interior is quite nice. The service was fantastic. We never felt rushed and our server was super attentive. Really like that they use local ingredients and call them out on the menu. The food was mediocre. I had an omelet with sausage, spinach and Gruyère cheese and it was fine, just not much flavor and pretty greasy. My SIL had the mushroom omelette and said it was decent. Both of our omelets came with a wedge of hash browns. I love crispy hash browns but these were like cardboard and had no flavor despite adding salt and pepper. My other SIL had the traditional eggs Benedict with breakfast potatoes. She seemed happy with it but to me it looked like it had been sitting too long before serving. The eggs weren't runny and the hollendaise was too set- not creamy enough. Would be curious to try non brunch food and might give it another chance. Realistically- it's just another "ok" restaurant at a shopping mall.
Great food and atmosphere. Amazing service. One of our favorites in MN.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Nice classy ambiance. My boyfriend and I were served at the bar by Eric. We ordered 2 different cocktails, a Caesar salad, the filet mignon, the filet mignon sandwich, and a lemon blackberry dessert. Cocktails were wonderful, Eric was very knowledgeable about our drinks and the pairings with the food. Steak was served as ordered, very tasty. Everything tasted great and was locally sourced! Will definitely be back soon!
The scallops are my favorite and you can't skip out on the peanut butter gelato, I wish they had it every night!
Absolutely recommend! If you just want a drink and some apps, the bar is awesome. We typically go for a sit down meal and have never been disappointed. Servers are excellent and know the menu inside and out. They can make suggestions to help with meal choice. The food is unbelievable. I am a tightwad so don't go out for more expensive meals very often but when I do, Bacio is always at the top of the list. Its not just the meal its the experience.
The food and service was 5 star! Beautiful place, a little noisier than anticipated but overall wonderful. The walleye was great! Will be back!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
I love eating here because of the atmosphere and food. Our server, Stephanie, was very helpful with the gluten-free options for me and she gave us the space to converse while taking great care of us. Everyone enjoyed their meal and didn't feel rushed on a Friday evening. It's always my first choice for dining.
One of our families favorite restaurants! Great atmosphere, warm and quaint, good variety of dish selections (and alcohol pairings) - plus they consistently provide the best service, even cutting up steaks and other meat options for younger children. Above and beyond!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Cobbler, Shepherd Song Farm Braised Lamb Shank, Pesto Crusted Sea Bass, Spare Ribs with Pappardelle, Ahi Tuna Crisps
Here for the first time last month. Our server was great and the food was very good. The restaurant was packed and very loud which is fine unless you want to try and have a conversation with a person on the other side of the table. It's expensive...but it's Minnetonka.
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We went for early dinner (5:15) and got ahead of the Friday night crowd. Service was very attentive. Food was delicious and new wine list is excellent. Prices are higher with the new menu, but the great experience was worth it.
A wonderful culinary experience with scrumptious food, attentive wait staff, and a private dining ambience. We highly recommend the Bacio salad, any pasta dish, and the braised short ribs were tender and flavorful.
I've heard/read many positive reviews and opinions of this restaurant. However, I have always been a person to experience things and formulate my own opinion. My point of view, the overall experience was superb. This Italian restaurant is outstanding!! ~Randy
Stopped for a late lunch on President Day. The food was delicious and good portions. We had the dill chicken sandwich and fire oven vegetarian pizza. Nice atmosphere, and friendly attentive service.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Bacio never disappoints! From the excellent cuisine, courteous and knowledgeable staff, nice and relaxing ambiance, and creative menu selections, we return time and again. In addition, the happy hour and bar area are a nice option as well. Definitely a neighborhood gem and asset! Thank you for being a true gift to our community.