RESERVATIONS
RESERVATIONS for all travail dining experiences
Three WAYS TO EXPERIENCE TRAVAIL
SIGNATURE CHEF’S TASTING
The food is the experience.
Our year-round, multi-course tasting menu in the main dining room, where chefs cook and create right in front of you. It’s a little dinner party, a little culinary adventure, and always changing. The menu evolves with the seasons, so even if you’ve been before, there’s always something new cooking.
THEMED DINING EXPERIENCES
The theme is the experience.
Our limited-time themed dining experiences, served in our Basement Bar or Sky Lounge, are where the Travail team gets to flex its creative muscle. Each one brings together a unique menu, setting, theme and element of amusement. These experiences are playful, unexpected and designed to be more than just dinner.
TASTE OF TRAVAIL
An introduction to the Travail experience.
Served Wednesday nights in our main dining room, A Taste of Travail is a curated six-course introduction to the food, creativity and hospitality that make Travail unique. Perfect for first-time guests, a midweek night out or longtime fans looking to discover what’s new at Travail.
reservation times*
Signature Tasting
Thursday: 6 pm
Friday/Saturday: 5:30 pm, 7:45 pm
Themed dining experiences
Select Wednesdays: 5:45 pm
Thursday: 5:45 pm (Select themed experiences begin at 6:30pm)
Friday/Saturday: 5:45 pm, 8 pm
Taste of Travail
Wednesdays: 6 pm
*Hours and availability may vary due to holidays, private events, and special dining experiences.
Tickets are available for parties of 1–8 guests. For groups larger than 8, please contact info@travailkitchen.com. For parties of 12+ people, please contact our Events Department.
Booking multiple reservations does not guarantee that your party will be seated together. If you're trying to book for more than 2 guests and don't see availability online, please reach out to us. We may be able to accommodate your group.
DRINKS & PAIRINGS*
Signature Tasting:
A curated selection of à la carte beverages is included with your dining experience, with the option to enhance your evening with additional beverages or one of our curated wine pairings.
Owner’s Reserve Wine Pairing $130: Sommelier selected Owner’s Reserve wines.
Wine Pairing $75: Seasonal, unique wines selected by our Sommelier.
Á La Carte: Craft cocktails, wine by the glass, and spirit-free options.
Themed dining EXPERIENCES:
Curated beverage pairings including wine, cocktails, and N/A beverages are included with each Themed Dining Experience.
TASTE OF TRAVAIL:
Two paired drinks are included with your experience, with an optional curated wine pairing available for $35.
*Beverage pairings and pricing are subject to change.
EVOLVING MENUS
Our Travail tasting menus are an energetic expression of our culinary creativity, featuring a multi-course dining experience inspired by the seasons, our ingredients, and whatever is exciting our chefs at the moment. Led by chef-owners James Winberg, Bob Gerken, and Mike Brown, each menu showcases the creativity and hospitality that have made Travail a destination for unique dining experiences in the Twin Cities.
Our seasonal tasting menus change frequently, giving guests a new opportunity to experience Travail throughout the year. Whether you're joining us for a special occasion or looking for an unforgettable Minneapolis dining experience, every visit offers something new.
DIETARY RESTRICTIONS
We can accommodate most dietary restrictions except vegan, halal, or kosher. Please provide any restrictions or requests during the reservation process.
Please note that consuming raw or undercooked meats or fish may increase your risk of contracting a foodborne illness.
travail FAQs
Got questions? We've got answers! From reservation details to dining policies, we've covered it all to ensure your visit with us is nothing short of extraordinary. Explore our FAQs to find answers to your questions about dining at Travail..
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We are reservation-only for our tasting menus.
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We do not serve à la carte food.
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Yes! Travail has a bar on the second floor, where you’re welcome to enjoy a drink before or after your dinner. Stop in for a cocktail, glass of wine, beer, or another beverage and make an evening of it.
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Beverage pairings vary by experience.
Signature Tasting Experience:
A curated selection of á la carte beverages is included with your dining experience. Guests are also welcome to enhance their evening with additional beverages or one of our curated wine pairings. These may be selected when purchasing your tickets or during your visit.Taste of Travail:
Two paired drinks are included with this dining experience and an optional $35 wine pairing is available.Travail Activation Experiences (Back to School, Haunted Basement, Holiday Bar, etc):
Curated beverage pairings including wine, cocktails, and N/A beverages are included with each experience.
If you have any questions, feel free to email or call us for more information. -
We are open Wednesday - Saturday, from 5- 11 pm.
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We do not have a dress code in place! We’re approachable, so please come dressed in whatever makes you most comfortable for the occasion.
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We can accommodate most dietary restrictions except vegan, halal, or kosher. Please provide any restrictions or requests during the reservation process.
*Please note that consuming raw or undercooked meats or fish may increase your risk of contracting a foodborne illness. -
Please give us a call at 763-535-1131, and we will do what we can to make it happen. You can also email our hospitality team at info@travailkitchen.com.
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We do not recommend bringing children under the age of 10. If you have any questions about our menus or service style, you can contact our team at info@travailkitchen.com.
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Call in advance to make sure we can accommodate them. Our phone number is 763-535-1131. Individual reservations are not guaranteed to be sat together. If you're trying to book more than 2 guests and you're not seeing an open table, please reach out to us.
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No, we do not allow pets in Travail unless they are trained and certified disability/service animals.
