What it's actually like
Dexter's generates polarized reviews centered on its high-quality smash burgers and creative cocktails, with enthusiastic praise from many customers. However, pricing complaints are frequent and service consistency is a significant pain point. Food quality varies noticeably between visits, with some reviewers reporting disappointing execution alongside exceptional experiences, suggesting operational inconsistency during busy periods.
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Diners keep mentioning
Elote burgerTruffle mushroom burgerPotato wafflesCinnamon/dry rub wingsRock shrimp tempuraBeef tallow friesOnion rings with curry ketchup
Ambiance
upscale-casual
Noise level
lively
Dress code
smart casual
Outdoor seating
Yes
Good for
date night, girls night, family
Reservations
Resy
Wait reality — Reservations recommended, especially weekends and peak hours. Multiple reviewers report 15-30+ minute waits even with reservations and frequent table readiness issues. Best times appear to be weekday happy hour (Thursday-Friday early evening) and Sunday all-day happy hour.
Derived from 84 recent Google reviews — not marketing copy.
When to go
- Monday: 4:00 – 9:00 PM
- Tuesday: 4:00 – 9:00 PM
- Wednesday: 4:00 – 9:00 PM
- Thursday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
- Friday: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
- Saturday: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
- Sunday: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM
What's cooking
Snack
Brussels Sprouts$14.50
Fish sauce vinaigrette, almonds, cilantro
Cauliflowervegetarian$14.50
Cacio e pepe style with lemon, parmesan, fresh cracked black pepper
Cheese Curdsvegetarian$14.50
Spiced cheddar powder, ketchup
Chicken Nuggets$12.50
Truffle mayo, fresh white truffle
Cinnamon Dry-Rub Wings$18.50
Thai basil, serrano, served with ranch
Rock Shrimp Tempura$18.50
Sriracha mayo, serrano, lime
Salad
Caesar Salad$15.50
Romaine, breadcrumbs, anchovies, parmesan
Chopped Applevegetarian$17.50
Romaine, red wine vinaigrette, candied pecans, honeycrisp apples, goat cheese
Wedge Salad$17.50
Baby gem, bacon, tabasco croutons, bleu cheese, roasted tomatoes
Pasta
Fettuccine Alfredovegetarian$21.50
Kids Butter Noodlesvegetarian$11
Spicy Rigatoni$24.50
Italian sausage, burrata, basil, breadcrumbs
Entree
Banh Mi$17.50
Smashed wagyu, pickled carrots, serrano, sweet herbs, chicken liver pate, ham
★ California Burger$16.50
Double pressed, american cheese, gem lettuce, tomato, red onion, kewpie mayo
Chicken Schnitzel$27.50
Spaetzle, gorgonzola, walnuts, chive. Out of stock.
Chickpea Burgervegetarian$17.50
Fried chickpea patty, avocado tahina, feta, gem lettuce, tomato, kewpie
★ Dexter Burger$16.50
Double pressed, american cheese, dill pickles, dijonaise, red onion
★ Elote Burger$17.50
Double pressed, charred corn, white american cheese, chipotle mayo, jalapeno, cilantro
French Dip$26.50
Fried Chicken Sandwich$18.50
Cabbage, basil, mayo, hot honey, pickles. Gluten cross contamination possible with fryer.
Kids Burger$11
Single smashed patty and american cheese, served with fries
Kids Chicken Strips$11
Served with fries
Kids Grilled Cheesevegetarian$11
White bread toasted with American cheese, served with fries
Kids Hot Dog$11
Served with fries
Truffle Mushroom Burger$20.50
Double pressed, mushroom pate, madeira jus, dill pickles, truffle mayo, fontina
Tuna Melt$17.50
American cheese, giardiniera, potato chips
Steak
Ribeye$69.50
Creamed spinach, onion rings, horseradish cream, aus jus. Fridays & Saturdays Only.
Steak Frites$27.50
Prime, peppercorn sauce, tallow fries
Side
Onion Ringsvegetarian$13.50
Curry ketchup, truffle mayo
Tallow Friesvegan$9.50
Shoestring cut fries, served with kewpie and ketchup
Dessert
Dexters French Toastvegetarian$13.50
Tiramisuvegetarian$12.50
Creamy mascarpone, orange zest, coffee, cocoa powder
Seafood
Fish & Chips$27.50
Alaskan cod, malt vinegar, tartar sauce
Salmon$29.50
Sautéed spinach, confit garlic butter, parmesan broth. May be served raw, undercooked, or contain raw ingredients.
Find it
Address
3717 W 50th St, Minneapolis, MN
Phone
612-922-0302
Restaurant group
DDP Restaurant Group