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Solera Details
Rated one of the World’s Ten Best New Restaurants by Food & Wine magazine, Solera is considered by critics to be one of the 10 best Spanish restaurants in the country. Executive Chef Tim McKee – voted Twin Cities’ Best Chef five years in a row – consistently dazzles patrons with delectable tapas, Spanish-inspired entrees, a superb wine list and one of the country’s most extensive Sherry menus. Solera is a dining experience not to be missed when visiting the Twin Cities.

 Website:
www.solera-restaurant.com

Located in
Downtown Minneapolis

900 Hennepin Ave.
Minneapolis, MN 55403
Phone: 612-338-0062 Fax: 612-338-8871

Hours of Operation
Happy Hour:
4-6 Mon - Fri
Lounge:
Mon-Thurs 4-1, Fri 4-2, Sat 5-2, Sun 5-11
Restaurant:
Mon-Thurs 5-10,
Fri-Sat 5-11, Sun 5-9
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Sample Menu
MENU
Seasonal Tapas
Olive Oil Poached Salmon with Potato, Mustard and Bacon - $8.50
Cauliflower Frita Mixta with Sesame, Mint and Saffron - $7.50
Smoked Black Cod with Olives and Smoked Paprika Vinaigrette - $9.50
Celeryroot and Apple Salad with Pomegranate and Manchego Cheese - $6.50
Chicken and Chorizo Pinchos with Piquillo Pepper Almogrote - $9.50
Chick Peas and Spinach with Tomato and Roasted Garlic Alioli - $7.00
Braised Lamb with Almond-Date Cous-Cous and Harissa - $9.50
Tortilla Espanola with Buttercup Squash, Chorizo, and Alioli - $8.50
Grilled Idiazabal with Pears in Red Wine Syrup and Hot Pepper - $7.50
Poached Foie Gras with Candied Quince and Moroccan Spices - $9.50
Goat Cheese Fritters with Fennel and Orange-Flower Honey - $7.50
Smoked Trout and Mache Salad with Horseradish, Dill and Yogurt - $9.00
Escargots with Sobrasada and Herb Butter - $8.50
Grilled Duck Leg with Turnip, Apple and Cider Reduction - $8.50
Tapas Nuevas
Oxtail Terrine with Preserved Lemon Frita Mixta and Horseradish - $9.50
Red Pepper Flan with Avocado and Baby Greens - $7.50
Scallops "a la Plancha" with Serrano Ham and Saffron - $8.00
Coriander Crusted Pork with Cabrales and Braised Endive - $8.50
Fried Calamari with Hot Pepper and Tomato Alioli - $8.50
Young Chicken with Broccoli Rabe and Mushrooms - $8.50
Grilled Asparagus with Lomo and Mahon - $8.50
Beef Shortribs with Jerusalem Artichokes and Black Olives - $9.00
Serrano Ham with Rosemary Honey and Manchego - $6.50
Deviled Eggs with Blue Crab and Cumin - $5.50
Kikos with Moorish Spices - $2.50
Cumin Roasted Pumpkin Seeds - $2.50
Spicy Beef Pinchos with Citrus Cous-Cous - $8.50
Fried Oysters with Piri-Piri Pepper and Lemon-Saffron Vinaigrette - $7.00
Octopus Ceviche with Hot Pepper and Cumin - $9.00
Tapas Tradicional
Sobrasada with Quince Honey and Sheep's Milk Cheese - $7.50
Marinated Anchovies and Boquerones - $5.00
Grilled Breads with Serrano Ham and Manchego Cheese - $6.50
Assortment of Spanish Salami and Cured Meats - $7.50
Assorted Spanish Olives in Cava Vinegar - $4.00
Spiced Marcona Almonds - $4.50
Selection of Spanish Cheeses with Quince Preserves - $8.50
Clams with Romesco and Baby Tomatoes - $8.00
Smoked Salmon with White Asparagus and Capers - $9.00
Chorizo and Hot Green Peppers with Sidra - $7.50
Shrimp “a la Plancha” in Sherry Sauce with Serrano Ham - $9.50
Patatas Bravas - $6.50
Veal Meatballs with Spicy Honey Glaze - $8.50
Shrimp and Tetilla Croquetas - $7.50
Grilled Spanish Sausages with White Bean Flan - $9.50
Piquillo Pepper Stuffed with Herbed Goat’s Milk Cheese - $7.00
Chorizo Stuffed Dates with Smoked Bacon - $8.00
Ham and Cheese Croquetas - $7.00
Mushrooms “a la Plancha” with Poached Egg - $8.50
Salt Cod Coquetas with Portuguese Piri-Piri - $8.50
Paella
Paella with Chorizo, Chicken and Shellfish - $24.00
Paella with Braised Lamb and Red Peppers - $22.00
Paella with Grilled Vegetables, San Simon and Roasted Garlic - $18.00
Fideua Nero with Shellfish and Tomato - $24.00
Fideua with Chicken and Spicy Mint Meatballs - $20.00
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