Best Authentic Restaurants in Shakopee

We had a great dinner celebrating our friend’s birthday on a Friday night. Our table was buttes up against the station where the servers enter their orders and print tickets, although there were other open tables. Regardless, the service was very attentive and food was great. We had the risotto balls as an appetizer and they were fabulous. Everyone enjoyed their entrees - chicken fettuccine Alfredo, Cobb salad, and pizzas. We also got dessert - key lime pie and crème brûlée and the Chocolate mint holiday drinks. The drinks were the best desert! The only real negative comment I have is that after dessert and payment of the bill, our server disappeared. We stayed a little bit longer and could have used more water.

The waitstaff and management is absolutely top notch. Always checking in, asking what we’re looking for, what cuts they can direct our way, refreshing water/soda, etc. Great value for the price paid, and super happy that locations are finally opening in the suburbs! Ambiance is good, if you can forget you’re in a strip mall. (LOL) The one criticism I could offer is that if you’re not in a larger party, you can sometimes get overlooked - just don’t be afraid to speak up and ask the staff for help.

We had a lovely night at Buca. One of our family favorite restaurants. We celebrated my brother and niece visiting from out of town with a dinner at Buca. My brothers wife who had to stay home is so jealous. We will bring her next time she visits.

Friendly, fast and efficient service. Authentic and delicious Thai dishes.

We enjoyed a peaceful happy hour with wonderful staff.