The Howe brings dogs, fried favorites and easygoing service

The public picture

The Howe Daily Kitchen & Bar holds a 4.4 Google rating from 3,170 reviews, and the supplied feedback presents it as a versatile American restaurant with broad neighborhood appeal. Diners repeatedly describe the atmosphere as friendly, welcoming and suitable for anything from a routine meal to a larger gathering. One regular reports visiting at least monthly, while a first-time guest called it an easy choice among a potentially overwhelming number of Minneapolis options.

That enthusiasm is not limited to one part of the experience. Food, drinks, service and setting all receive direct praise. The reviews suggest a restaurant that works because the basics are handled consistently rather than because it depends on a single signature attraction.

Food and drinks

Fried food emerges as the clearest kitchen strength. One diner specifically praises the clean-tasting frying oil and describes the fried selections as notably fresh. Cheese curds, fried chicken and a chicken waffle sandwich all receive mentions, with the chicken waffle sandwich singled out as especially successful. That same review is much less positive about the coleslaw, making it the only clearly identified food misstep in this sample.

The wider menu appears to offer enough range to make choosing difficult in a good way. A review of an Easter buffet reports a strong experience and appreciates the availability of alternative meat options due to an allergy. Because that feedback concerns a special buffet, diners should not assume the same format or selections are offered throughout the year.

Cocktails earn enthusiastic approval, and another diner notes a large drink selection. The sample does not provide enough detail to judge particular cocktails or nonalcoholic choices, but beverages appear to be more than an afterthought.

Service and the dog-friendly experience

Service is one of The Howe’s most consistent advantages in the supplied reviews. Diners use terms such as excellent, exceptional and welcoming. One account describes staff going beyond routine table service by immediately offering a visiting dog a mat, water bowl and treats, then continuing to check whether anything else was needed.

The dog-friendly setup appears unusually developed. Reviews reference a menu for pups, individual dog meals and pig ears, rather than merely passive patio access. A patio-side to-go window also supports quick pickup, while online ordering is described as easy and efficient. Those features make The Howe particularly practical for dog owners who want a meal without leaving their companion behind.

Editorial verdict

Synthesized from the available rating and reviews, The Howe looks strongest as a flexible, casual restaurant for groups, regular neighborhood meals and outings with dogs. Fresh-tasting fried food, attentive service and a substantial drinks program form the core appeal. The menu’s reported alternative meat options may also help mixed-preference groups, though diners with allergies should still verify current preparation and ingredients directly.

The main caution is narrow but clear: the coleslaw disappointed one reviewer even as the fried dishes impressed. Overall, the evidence favors The Howe for reliability, warmth and convenience, with the dog-focused hospitality providing a meaningful point of distinction.