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Even though Hell's Kitchen has relocated and expanded, they've managed to maintain their deliciousness.
The menu is still as inventive and provoking as ever and the two (count 'em) TWO bars, make you want to make a deal with the devil.
The same eerie and twisted atmosphere is in the air at the new location (you know you like it) and somehow, the new spot manages to hang dozens of chandeliers but still maintain a simplistic vibe. No pretensions, not too creepy, and intriguing as always, with a lot more nooks and crannies to explore.
One such nook and one such cranny are the Fireplace Dining Room, with adjoining bar. These spots are brimming on full nights, but when empty, the room is easily imagined as an offbeat spot for a groom's dinner.
Around both bars you'll find young urbanites sipping house made lemoncello and blood-red sangria while snacking on finger foods like corn nuts (also homemade) and soft pretzels. The menu can be much fancier than these snacks (read: lobster tacos) but there is no pretentiousness about the fare.
Basically expect classic dishes, done in a way you've never imagined, and tasting far better than you could ever whip up at home. This rule especially applies to the ricotta and lemon hotcakes. They are so light, fluffy and heavenly you will forget all about the meat cleaver light fixture hanging over your head.
If you've never been to this Minneapolis eatery, come for breakfast (they serve it all day) and by no means should you be intimidated by the decor; it's just a shout out to how hard the chefs are working to make your meal here unearthly.
