La Fougasse @ Sofitel Luxury Hotel

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I tried to call for a Friday night reservation and found out that Sunday brunch was the only available dining for the public. Otherwise, it was private dining only. Pros: you can read good reviews... Cons: only available to public on sunday mornings more

I have eaten here 3 times and everytime was wonderful. The service is almost as good as the top restaurants in town. The food is comparable to the top restaurants as well. I have always had one of the fish entrees and they always cook it perfect for the particular type of fish. The wine by the glass selection is good, some nice French and Cali selections.\r \r The kitchen is open to the restaurant as are several fireplaces which make the atmosphere fantastic. Romantic diner to a nice business meal.\r \r I brought some of my foodie friends from Singapore here for a business meeting and they love it so much they went back the next night. These guys have been to all the top ones here, 112, 20/21, la belle vie, etc. and I believe they talked about this restaurant more afterwords they any others.\r \r Will be going back a few times every year. As a foodie I was surprised more people don't talk about this restaurant.\r \r It is in my top 15. Pros: They do everything right Cons: They aren't closer to my house more

Went for a birthday a few months ago. It's a great looking place inside and the staff is great. However, the menu selection is pretty small and didn't find any exciting items I wanted to try. They also don't have a drinks menu or a signature drink but will make most things you request. The fruit cake is awesome! Pros: atmosphere Cons: menu items more

We had a nice dinner in the restaurant which has a very nice ambiance. It was just very quiet the night we went. The service was very professional hightly recommended for service. Pros: Service, Ambiance Cons: Quiet but I like that! more

We went in for a birthday dinner. The atmosphere (cozy fireplace) and staff were nice, There were hardly a few people dining here at the time we visited (8 pm on a weekday). They brought us a complimentary salad and dessert. But the food was pretty ordinary and well below our expectations. We eat out a lot and have done so at lots of nice places in the Twin Cities area, but this was pretty disappointing. The frog legs, the grilled fish or the dessert (chocolate cake or something) were just about ok. There are several better places than this for the same money. Don't go there if you have great food in mind. Wouldn't visit again for sure! Pros: Parking, Service Cons: Food more

I was suprised to see that many comments considering this restaurant as French. My fiance and I decided to go there for our anniversary, and we had a wonderful time. We had the chance to talk to chef Serge who told us that It is a medditerranean restaurant with influences from all over. Yes South of France, but also spain (The paella is fantastic and the presentation will make you fall out of your chair), Italy and this month they are featuring a greek special. If you have a chance ask for Serge or the restaurant manager they are both french and they will guide you to the menu and wine pairing. The chef is funny and will defenitly entertain a part of your meal. Greg was our waiter and was very accomodating and knowledgeable. There is no dressing code and the atmosphere is very cosy. Price are reasonnable, it will depend on the wine you're choosing. Overall a great experience. Pros: very nice people, ask for serge Cons: parking lot more

If ever there was a tacky venue created for the untraveled parvenu, this is it. Blending traditional French harlequin with contemporary is not a good recipe for atmosphere. Mediocre food & a vodka bar... this does not feel like France. We ran the gamut this month entertaining out of state family & friends. There have been some gems and some bloopers. You know what this one is. All in a dining room filled with uptight people who secretly feel very uncomfortable trying to dress well. (Arrivistes) You get the distinct impression the whole joint is screaming for social approval. It doesn't have mine. Cons: an insult more

While the food was good, and the server knowledgeable, I couldn?t shake the feeling that the rest of the patrons were so obsessed with themselves, they couldn?t relax & enjoy. Not only that, but they were LOUD - I wanted to yell across the restaurant, ""Lady, I'm trying to eat here - please stop talking about your friends botched plastic surgery! "" \r \r This place serves good food, but if you are looking for an intimate meal with your friends or partner, this is not it ? my wife and I were actually relieved to get out of there! more

We picked the V-Day menu and it was wonderful. The food was fantastic. I enjoyed the salad because of the complex flavors of the dressing and the cheese. The Valentine?s Day desert was spectacular; two marshmallow-like hearts drizzled with chocolate served with raspberries and strawberries. I'm drooling just thinking about it. The fillet was quite good, cooked to the perfect medium rare.\r \r The service was excellent. Waitress and host were very helpful and very polite.\r \r I will go again for sure, this time perhaps to try their Italian menu. \r Pros: Food is excellent Cons: Can't think of any more

I love brunch. To me it is the best meal ever created. So when I can get my butt up out of bed early enough to get it I love to go to this place. The food is excellent. The best time to go is in Spring or Summer when you can sit outside and leisurely sip on your sangria between trips to the buffet. Service was outstanding, probably the best I've had at a buffet/bruch ever. Pros: brunch more

I went to La Fougasse restaurant with my husband and 3 year old son. Usually I am very picky about the place I eat at....\r La Fougasse lived up to its glamour of being a wonderful restaurant at Hotel Sofitel. My 3 yr old son, Jim (husband) and I had a wonderful dining experience. The Whole Fish on their menu was the best I ever experience. Service was efficient, and non-intrusive. Jim and I loved it and surely will go back often. \r \r Thanks,\r Natasha Pros: fire place, children's menu, gracious service more

Since my last visit at La Fougasse, the quality of service and of food have deteriorated considerably. While the last visit at Valentine's Day was memorable, I had ventured to return to La Fougasse in good faith. I had been thoroughly disappointed as the lamb entree and dessert were both bland and the staff inattentive to the point of forgetting an order and fail to refill the water glasses. I expect more when I pay for their price. For special occasions or any other occasions, I will choose to dine at the many other wonderful restaurants in the Twin Cities as it is a sure way to lose client interest and business when they are this inconsistent. Pros: atmosphere Cons: Service inexperienced and inattentive to the extreme more

When you walk in you'll love it. It's bright and has a modern feel. I was bringing my boyfirend here as a surprise since it was listed as being a romantic place to go. I even asked for the Terrace, since it was suggested. I liked it, he didn't cause the terrace is baically right off the parking lot. There was no view. Next time we'll probably sit inside. The presentation of the food was great and it tasted great!!! One thing though our server sucked!!!! Big time. Her name was TG. If you get her I would ask the host for a different server. She made it to our table 3 times. Once to say Hello can I get you a drink. Second time to bring the bottle of wine and take our order. The third time was to deliver the food. We sat and waited for 15 minutes after eating and finally went in to ask the hostess to bring us the bill. I think I would be saying I loved the place if we had better service. The girl wasn't even busy we saw her inside standing around the majority of the time. Other then that I liked it!!\r You should go, its good and unique!!!!! Pros: Good Food. Presentation Good. Decor Good Cons: Our Server. (TG) Terrace in the Parking Lot more

my husband, and a few of our friends and i went out to celebrate my birthday a few weeks ago and had the best experience! i had heard a little about the sofitel, but i would have never expected it to be so beautiful! our server William was kind and informative. he was very helpful in suggesting a wonderful ""tasting tree"" of mini appetizers to share, and the seabass was phenominal.. i would recommend this to anyone! unparalleled service and food! 10 out of 10 Pros: wonderful service, vibrant colors/lighti, quiet more

My husband and I went there for our anniversary. It was an amazing experience. We sat by the fire side...warm and romantic....Sunil was nice enough to serve some champagne on the house and our server (I think her name was Amanda) was friendly, helpful and professional! Overall, a great experience!! more

After reading the other reviews, I was excited to be dining here. However, when we walked in at 7/730 on a Saturday night, the dining room was empty but for about two other tables. While the decor and food and server was nice, there was nothing notable about our dining experience to make me want to return or recommend this spot to others. Maybe it was an off night ... Pros: Quiet Cons: Somewhat limited menu more

The Restaurant General Manager (Sunil) offered us a table for 4 next to the fireplace. It was so thoughtful of him to do this as it was our 12th wedding anniversary. This set the mood for the rest of the evening. The food was unique, well presented and tasty. The waiter (Martin) couldn't have been more generous and kind. He anticipated our needs and fulfilled them with a smile! I will go back for the rest of our lives. Pros: Fireplace, Romantic, Exceptional service more

I wrote a review about La Fougasse last year. Last time I went with my group and this time I went alone. The restaurant has only improved. I was even offered a newspaper since I was alone. Where will you find attention to detail like this? MUST GO! I have visited La Fougasse about seven times since my previous review and it sure is a shining star.\r \r Cheers,\r Jay\r \r \r \r Pros: great service, excellent food, outstanding more

It was a fantastic start for a Sunday morning. The desserts were the highlight. The buffet was well laid out and I was welcomed with a warm smile. The flower filled patio with cobalt blue glasses was a sight I cannot forget. The restaurant had well set tables with comfortable tables and chairs. I was greeted within 60 seconds and I was stunned at their attention to detail. The server who identified himself as Chris was well groomed, wore clean uniform and his speech was full of knowledge and confidence. He is a Gulf War veteran who takes pride as a server. The food on the buffet along with homemade Sangria and live flamenco entertainment was a feast I won't soon forget. I cannot wait to visit them again with family and friends. I think it is the best brunch buffet you can experience in Minneapolis/St.Paul. Pros: Excellent Food, Great Service, Wonderful atmosphere Cons: Music loud, Too much food, Only on Sundays more