RESERVATIONS

RESERVATIONS for all travail dining experiences

reservation times*

Signature Tasting

Thursday: 6 pm

Friday/Saturday: 5:30 pm, 7:45 pm

Taste of Travail

Wednesdays: 6 pm

Travail activations

Select Wednesdays: 5:45 pm

Thursday: 5:45 pm

Friday/Saturday: 5:45 pm, 8 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.

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. You’re also welcome to enhance your evening with additional beverages or one of our curated wine pairings.

Wine pairings can be selected when purchasing your tickets, and additional beverages and bottles may also be purchased during your visit.

Owner’s Reserve Wine Pairing $130: A selection of our Owner’s Reserve wines, thoughtfully curated by our Sommelier.

Wine Pairing $75: A lineup of interesting, seasonal, and unique wines selected by our Sommelier.

Á La Carte: Craft cocktails, wine by the glass, and spirit-free offerings are included with your experience.

TASTE OF TRAVAIL:

Two paired drinks are included with your experience, with an optional curated wine pairing available for $35.

TRAVAIL ACTIVATION EXPERIENCES:

Curated beverage pairings including wine, cocktails, and N/A beverages are included with each Travail Activation Experience.

*Please note that 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..

  • We are reservation-only for our tasting menus.

  • We do not serve à la carte food.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • No, we do not allow pets in Travail unless they are trained and certified disability/service animals.

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