Klassics Kitchen & Cocktails Debuts Guyanese-Inspired Fall Menu

Braised Oxtails - Jamaican-inspired oxtails slow-braised with pimento, fresh thyme, garlic, peppers, onions, and carrots in a rich pan gravy. Served with coconut yellow rice, fried sweet plantains and house pepper sauce.

Klassics Kitchen & Cocktails introduces “Date Night in Queens” - a bold new fall menu celebrating Caribbean-American comfort

Klassics Kitchen & Cocktails, 428 S 2nd Street, is welcoming the fall season with an exciting new food and cocktail menu inspired by “Date Night in Queens,” a culinary love letter to the vibrant Guyanese communities of Queens, New York. Created by Chef Gerard Klass, the new menu celebrates Caribbean heritage, American comfort food, and the creativity of a chef-driven dining experience.

Located in the Mill District, Klassics continues to distinguish itself through bold flavors, thoughtful presentations, and an atmosphere where food, cocktails, music, and culture come together.

Yakamien - New Orleans style noodle soup, slow braised brisket, spaghetti, boiled egg & savory creole broth. 

A Culinary Journey from Queens to Minneapolis

Inspired by the Guyanese-American communities of Queens, the fall menu explores the intersection of Caribbean cooking traditions, Southern influences, and contemporary American cuisine.

Guests can discover dishes such as Braised Oxtails, slow-cooked with pimento, fresh thyme, garlic, peppers, onions, and carrots, served over coconut yellow rice with fried sweet plantains. Another standout is New Orleans Yakamien, featuring slow-braised brisket, spaghetti, savory Creole broth, and boiled egg — a soulful interpretation of a Louisiana classic.

Other menu highlights include: 

● Collard Green Carbonara: A creative fusion of Southern comfort and Italian tradition featuring beef bacon, roasted broccoli, arugula, Manchego, spaghetti, and cracked black pepper.

● Guyanese Pepperpot: Slow-braised beef in a rich cassareep-spiced broth, served with sweet potato-coconut grits and toasted baguette.

● Georgetown Stir-Fry: A Guyanese-Chinese-inspired dish featuring wok-fried vegetables, honey-garlic soy glaze, coconut yellow rice, and a choice of protein.

● Peri-Peri Crab Cakes: Served with corn salsa, sriracha crema, and herb oil.

"Our inspiration was Date Night in Queens — the energy, the culture, and the incredible food that comes from Guyanese neighborhoods in New York. I wanted to bring those flavors to Minneapolis while putting our own creative spin on them. We're a chef-driven restaurant, and every dish should tell a story while still delivering the comfort and flavor that makes people want to come back." Chef Gerard Klass

A Cocktail Menu Created by Brittney Klass

Complementing the new food menu is The Fall Klassics, a seasonal cocktail collection developed by Brittney Klass. The lineup combines familiar spirits with unexpected ingredients, fall spices, and playful names.

Highlights include Peach Don't Kill My Vibe, a peach cobbler cognac margarita; Fig-ure It Out, a fig brown sugar Old Fashioned; Sweet Thang, a sweet potato chai-tini; and Sweater Weather, a refreshing fig spritz featuring St-Germain, prosecco, lemon, and fresh mint.

The restaurant also features signature margarita and martini flights alongside a selection of creative zero-proof cocktails.

More Reasons to Experience Klassics This Fall

Beyond the new menu, Klassics offers several ways for guests to enjoy the restaurant throughout the week: 

• Happy Hour: Monday through Friday, 3–6pm, offering an opportunity to unwind with cocktails and great food.
• Sunday Brunch: Every Sunday from 11am–3pm, bringing the Klassics experience to weekend dining.
• Vikings & Timberwolves Watch Parties: Guests can enjoy Minnesota sports alongside a full selection of Caribbean-American comfort food and handcrafted cocktails.
• Holiday Parties & Private Dining: With two private dining areas accommodating approximately 20 and 40 guests, which can be combined for larger gatherings, Klassics offers an inviting setting for holiday celebrations, corporate dinners, and private events.