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Contemporary, airy space offering upscale New American fare & cocktails, plus a pre-theater menu.
Address and Contact Information
Address: 5185 Meadville St, Excelsior, MN 55331
Phone: (952) 767-9700
Website: http://www.castandcru.com/
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Reviews
Che Callender
What a great date night restaurant! This place is truly fantastic. The drinks are amazing along with the ambiance. It’s located on a open field with fantastic views. It has a very secluded yet elegant vibe. They also do live shows in another section of the building next to the restaurant as well. The food was 10/10!!! My husband ordered the short ribs and it was tender and flavorful. And the starter beet salad had the most wonderful combination of flavors we have ever tasted. I ordered the sous vide chicken and it melts in your mouth like butter. Give this place a try. You won’t be disappointed!!
… moreRyan Hunter
From 4 to 5, 5th star earned.
Location, location, location.
Lighting, lighting, lighting.
Ambience, ambience, ambience.
Pairings, pairing, pairings.
Good things come in 3’s.
Hush hush, very QT, and strictly on the DL – Cast & Cru’s hideout privacy is a MN best kept secret. Ssshhhh.
The food @ Cast & Cru is second only to the ambience. Exceptionally comfortable. Worth the drive. And the staff? 5 stars, they are a gem.
Recommendations:
1. Arrive before sunset.
2. Explore the grounds.
3. Hendrick’s deserves a cucumber.
4. Ask a neighbor what they enjoy most.
5. Don’t duck out before you try the poppers.
6. Protein won’t spoil your salad.
7. Carrots and cake aren’t mutually exclusive.
– The Perfectionist
… moreLocation, location, location.
Lighting, lighting, lighting.
Ambience, ambience, ambience.
Pairings, pairing, pairings.
Good things come in 3’s.
Hush hush, very QT, and strictly on the DL – Cast & Cru’s hideout privacy is a MN best kept secret. Ssshhhh.
The food @ Cast & Cru is second only to the ambience. Exceptionally comfortable. Worth the drive. And the staff? 5 stars, they are a gem.
Recommendations:
1. Arrive before sunset.
2. Explore the grounds.
3. Hendrick’s deserves a cucumber.
4. Ask a neighbor what they enjoy most.
5. Don’t duck out before you try the poppers.
6. Protein won’t spoil your salad.
7. Carrots and cake aren’t mutually exclusive.
– The Perfectionist
Tasha Elle
I really wanted to like this restaurant because the menu is interesting and it’s a beautiful place (but they were out of mussels); however, don’t let these words dissuade you from going. The service was great. Olivier, who served us, was a charm and very attentive. We were just disappointed in the lamb. I guess, as fans of lamb, we placed too much expectation on it. It was decent, but we decided sous vide just isn’t our favorite way to prepare lamb. The Osso Bucco short ribs and duck bombs were delicious. And they did give us a free dessert to celebrate my bf’s hair’s 11th birthday. Yes. His hair. That earned them 4 stars.
… moreShane Oborn
Chef is doing a great job here! Great service, and fantastic lighting. Didnt even know it was here for years. Definitely a hidden gem worth trying out in the area! The lamb was excellent!
… moreMelanie Webster
Perfect for date night, we love to come here on Wednesday when they have their ‘Date Night’s menu. Always awesome tastes with a easy wine pairing for not a huge price! Highly recommend to try out!
… moreKris K.
Very relaxed and refined vibe from this restaurant. If you are coming from OpenTable make sure to check the menu on Cru’s website for an up to date menu.
My GF had a Cesar Salad (she was excited for dishes they didn’t currently serve), but said the salad was ok. Nothing special.
However, I tried the tacos and duck poppers. I was pleasantly surprised. The tacos were flavorful and delicious. The duck poppers were excellent as well, the duck is not overpowering and the bacon was cooked perfectfully. That dish could be elevated with more cheese and jalapeno, imo. I would def eat here again.
… moreMy GF had a Cesar Salad (she was excited for dishes they didn’t currently serve), but said the salad was ok. Nothing special.
However, I tried the tacos and duck poppers. I was pleasantly surprised. The tacos were flavorful and delicious. The duck poppers were excellent as well, the duck is not overpowering and the bacon was cooked perfectfully. That dish could be elevated with more cheese and jalapeno, imo. I would def eat here again.
Todd Ellenson
I love this place! The Brussels sprouts were probably the best I’ve ever had. Sweet and savory, and a little crispy on the outside. The hangar steak melted in my mouth and tasted great with the spinach and bernaise sauce. I had an old fashioned and it was delicious! My only suggestion would be is to stir it better. It was mostly whiskey and then getting to the bottom was mostly maple syrup. The atmosphere is cabin like, warm, and romantic (although not romantic enough that it makes it uncomfortable to go with friends. ) This will be one of my go to restaurants from now on!
… moreChristian Oestreich
Overlooking a breathtaking view from the outdoor dining space, Cast & Cru flawlessly marries natural beauty with rich architectural designs reminiscent of log-built structures. The steak was an exquisite treat, complemented by the irresistibly tasty brussel sprouts. Definitely a top recommendation for anyone seeking an unforgettable dining experience!
… moreValbona Bushi
Went for the chef’s date night menu for our first time to try it out and it was a wonderful experience, from the service to the food.
… moreSteven Jahns
Very nice atmosphere. Was seated, ordered food quickly and received meals quickly. My overall impression was that this was a Top Chef inspired menu. We ordered the Hanoi Brussels appetizer which was amazing and flavorful, as was the bread service that we had with it. I ordered the curry salmon. It came warm and the salmon was cooked to perfection. The vegetables were good as was the sauce, but the plate and food became cold and unappetizing in about 4 minutes. My wife ordered the Bucatini pasta and she said the noodles were fairly bland and overall was disappointed. My daughter went light, and ordered the Caesar salad with added salmon, which was an expensive addition. She said the salmon had no flavor and was boring. So for the three main entrees I would rate them two stars. Again my overall impression was it was a well-designed meal except that I didn’t feel all of the food was prepared fresh. That makes a huge difference. For dessert we ordered the salted caramel cheesecake which because I love cheesecake we enjoyed but again I thought it overall was so- so. And then I ordered a latte and the waitress said that to be honest it’s just out of a machine (like McDonald’s). So it wasn’t that good either. I think that again my overall impression, for the money we paid, which by the way was $139 for appetizers, entrees, dessert, and a couple of drinks, should have made this fairly spectacular but it was just so-so. Freshness, preparation, and flavor are pretty important to me when I’m spending that kind of money, and although I liked the restaurant, I was somewhat disappointed in the end result. Waitress was unengaging and uninspired. Seemed like maybe she had a lot of other customers and didn’t want to spend over 1 minute at our table. General impression again was that she got the job done which was order the food and get it to the table. Never came back during the meal to check on us if we needed/wanted anything else. Just watched us closely for when we finished to take our dishes away and bring the bill. Again, when you have to pay for service and give a tip for it, you expect more.
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