ie by Travail carries on a South Minneapolis restaurant that had already spent over a decade as a neighborhood gathering spot before Travail Hospitality Group took it over. The team behind this chapter describes themselves as chefs, neighbors, and longtime fans of the original, and set out to keep what people already loved while building out a fresh lineup of house-made pastas alongside returning classics.
Cappelletti and risotto are among the dishes reviewers mention most, with grilled bread to start and a chocolate torte for dessert. Crowd feedback consistently points to strong pasta and sauces, attentive service, and a room suited to marking an occasion rather than a quick weeknight stop.
Racket named Italian Eatery one of its best new restaurants of 2025. Since reopening, it has held onto a reputation as a reliable special-occasion spot in the neighborhood, with regulars citing the pasta, service, and atmosphere as reasons they keep returning.
Cappelletti and risotto are among the dishes reviewers mention most, with grilled bread to start and a chocolate torte for dessert. Crowd feedback consistently points to strong pasta and sauces, attentive service, and a room suited to marking an occasion rather than a quick weeknight stop.
Racket named Italian Eatery one of its best new restaurants of 2025. Since reopening, it has held onto a reputation as a reliable special-occasion spot in the neighborhood, with regulars citing the pasta, service, and atmosphere as reasons they keep returning.