Travail Kitchen & Amusements, located in Robbinsdale, is led by chef-owners and James Beard semifinalists Mike Brown, Bob Gerken, and James Winberg. For over 16 years, our culinary team has crafted elaborate chef’s tasting menus, pairing innovative flavors with expertly curated beverages, all inspired by classic and contemporary techniques, and specialty ingredients. Our flagship restaurant features chef spotlight dinners, wine tastings, themed pop-ups, and a rotating Signature Chef’s Tasting experience.

We’re proud to carry forward the tradition of this cherished South Minneapolis spot, a local favorite for over ten years. Many of the menu classics you know and love are making a comeback, and we’ve added some exciting new dishes for you to explore. From fresh, hand-crafted ravioli to tagliatelle, linguine, and all the pasta your cravings demand, we’re here to bring you a dining experience that’s both familiar and full of surprises.

Nestled in the Holland neighborhood of Historic Northeast Minneapolis and in the Nokomis neighborhood next to ie by Travail, Dream Creamery serves up homemade ice cream in flavors ranging from reimagined classics to bold, chef-inspired creations. And don’t miss our legendary smash burger—a must-try for Minneapolis burger lovers. You can also pickup our ice cream pints and cups to-go at Nouvelle Brewing, Graze Food Hall and Pizza Luce locations.

Graze Food Hall by Travail brings seven culinary concepts together under one roof in the North Loop of Minneapolis. With multiple bars, a rooftop patio, and a dog-friendly outdoor space, it's the perfect spot for lunch, dinner, or a night out. Grab a meal from one vendor or mix and match flavors to share. Check our event calendar for chef pop-ups, community celebrations, and more!

Stelline Italian Kitchen is a neighborhood Italian restaurant in NE Minneapolis, putting a Travail spin on Italian food. Handmade pasta meets globally inspired flavors and unexpected combinations in a playful, contemporary take on Italian cooking. Rooted in traditional pasta-making but far from traditional Italian, Stelline is a neighborhood spot with a little something unexpected around every plate.