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2739 Nicollet Ave
Minneapolis, MN 55408
Fax: 612-872-6204
(14 Ratings)
Like some of its restaurant neighbors, Rainbow Chinese Restaurant crossed the street into bigger accommodations and upgraded its dining atmosphere. More of an upscale kind of place now amid less expensive ethnic Eat Street eateries, this bar and restaurant also stands out for those with Chinese dining preferences. Many are those who clamor for Rainbow's stir-fries, noodle dishes or varieties of seafood. While the menu seems to offer everything under the Chinese cuisine rainbow, regulars have favorites that bring them back from around the Cities. Standards and specialty items are equally well regarded both by experts and those with more cautious palates. The five Wong sisters who own Rainbow are to blame for the success of this always-busy location, mostly due to their attention to freshness and other, smaller details. The colorful dining room is friendly to groups and kids, as well as the budget, while a full service bar beckons to couples or singles waiting for takeout. -- John Sharpe
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Good Vegan Dishes!
ZAelonyRep - 06/21/2008The Twin Cities has many restaurants, Asian. Middle Eastern and others, that serve excellent vegetarian/vegan food. This is a category that should be in your next survey!
It might include Kilamanjaro (Ethiopian), Chiang Mai Thai, Falafel King, Cristos, Agri (local fresh foods).and any number of excellent other choices, Indian, etc.Comments(0)|Add CommentThe end of The Rainbow!
traquest - 06/08/2006Haven't been to the Rainbow for several years, loved it when I worked in the area 5/6 years ago. Well, they moved, things have changed, service is lousy, atmosphere is upscale but no longer homey. The food is similar, but downgraded in quality and portion size, and much more pricey. Probably will not return and I LOVE Chinese food!
Lousy Service, Very Mediocre Food
fitnesshi - 05/04/2005I was visiting Minneapolis from L.A. last weekend. We got to the restaurant about 10 pm last Saturday night and the hostess was counting up the receipts and didn't even acknowledge us for about 5 mins! Then she said just have a seat, but most of the tables (especially the good ones were still dirty and there was hardly anyone even there)! The waitresses were chatting with one another and it took another 5 mins. before our waitress even came to the table! I don't think I would have minded all that much if the food would have at least been decent. The prices were quite high as well for what you got. Oh well, at least I can cross this place off of my list for future visits anyway. I'm still looking for a really good Chinese restaurant in the Twin Cities because I go there quite often! Any Suggestions??
HOFAMANIA's Review
hofamania - 07/06/2003If you like this place, you will Love Hong kong Noodles near the U of M!
LiLo24's Review
lilo24 - 04/02/2003I love it there and Tammy is such a sweetheart. My favorite dish is the chicken fun with black bean sauce.