December 09, 2005
Dining Out
One of the loveliest and most charming restaurants in Minneapolis is the Loring Pasta Bar in Dinkytown. I don't eat much when I go out, but I love sitting in the Loring's dining room, which is wreathed with twinkling white lights and plants that seem to be climbing the high walls. It's kind of like walking into a nighttime forest. I hung out there with a friend tonight and went there for my date last week. Both times, I was complimented on my choice of location. It's near the University, so it can't afford to assume to become overly pretentious. And the food is great without being too expensive. I'm a sucker for ambiance. I think the Loring is now my default choice for first dates and intimate conversations with friends.
Posted by wintermute2_0 at December 9, 2005 10:51 PM
Comments
Thanks for the kind review of my NPR commentary. Who are you, by the way?
-- Ben Mattlin
Posted by: Ben Mattlin at December 11, 2005 01:17 PM
If you just want to get drinks you could also go to the kitty cat club just down the block. It's the same ambience but a smaller venue. Just don't go when they have live music because it's ALWAYS mixed too loud.
Posted by: Jess at December 12, 2005 01:33 PM
I agree the Kitty Kat is cute, but alas, they are accessibility-challenged.
Mark, I'll go with you to the Loring anytime!
-E
Posted by: Erin at December 15, 2005 06:42 PM