CRAVE - Woodbury
Woodbury Lakes, Woodbury
Restaurant in Woodbury, United States
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Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
CRAVE in Woodbury offers a globe-spanning menu; sushi, pasta, steaks, Korean bowls; in a casual-upscale suburban setting with extended weeknight hours. It's the practical choice for groups with divergent tastes or last-minute weeknight dining after 8 PM, though ingredient sourcing details remain vague. Easier to book and more flexible than Angelina's, but less focused in execution.
About CRAVE - Woodbury
CRAVE - Woodbury is a Woodbury dining option with smart-casual dress guidance and daily hours that start at 11 AM. For details on cuisine, pricing, reservations, seating, or specific services, check directly with the venue. If you are comparing it with other options such as Angelina's Restaurant, confirm current menus and booking details directly before you go.
The most reliable way to plan a visit is around the posted schedule: CRAVE - Woodbury is open 11 AM–9 PM Monday through Thursday, 11 AM–10 PM Friday and Saturday, 11 AM–8 PM Sunday. The smart-casual dress code makes it suitable for a polished but not overly formal meal. Specific menu items, beverage offerings, dietary accommodations, takeout, delivery, reservation policies should be checked with the restaurant directly.
Extended Hours and Flexible Dining Windows
CRAVE - Woodbury opens at 11 AM every day, with later closing times on Friday and Saturday. Weekday service runs until 9 PM Monday through Thursday, weekend service runs until 10 PM on Friday and Saturday, Sunday closes earlier at 8 PM. These hours give diners several options for midday, evening, weekend visits in Woodbury.
How It Fits the Woodbury Dining Landscape
For diners comparing options, CRAVE - Woodbury is best evaluated on its basics: location in Woodbury, smart-casual dress, daily operating hours. Angelina's Restaurant is another option to compare, other dining rooms may suit different occasions. For details on specific menu style, price level, service format, group policies, contact each venue directly for the details that matter most to your plans.
Planning details
- Location
- 9100 Hudson Rd #108, Woodbury, MN 55125
- Reservations
- Book on OpenTable
- Website
- craveamerica.com
- Phone
- +16517561000
The take
The Take
The Vibe
CRAVE sits squarely in suburban middle ground—approachable, unpretentious and geared toward everyday dining rather than culinary pilgrimage. The strip‑mall setting and retail‑corridor location underline its role as a neighborhood anchor: a casual‑upscale spot that balances familiarity with a touch of ambition. Service and atmosphere favor a relaxed, conversational room where diners come to be comfortable rather than wowed by spectacle. Expect straightforward American cooking presented with care, a menu built around approachable favorites, and a dining room that feels like a local resource more than a destination showcase.
Best For
CRAVE works best for routine social and work‑related meals: groups looking for dependable sharables, business dinners that prefer an unpretentious setting, casual meetups with friends, and modest celebrations that don't demand a destination dining experience. Because it occupies the middle tier between fast casual and chef‑driven restaurants, it appeals to diners who want something a step up from chain familiarity but still familiar and accessible. Lunch and dinner bookings are the natural fits, and the menu supports sharing and straightforward course choices for groups.
Ordering Tips
Lean on the signature items listed—CRAVE Burger, Signature Wings and Wagyu Meatballs—when you want to sample what the kitchen is known for. The menu reads as American comfort elevated for a suburban crowd, so ordering a couple of shareable plates and a burger is a sensible way to cover a range of approaches without overcomplicating the meal. For groups, pick several shareables so everyone can sample; for a solo or two‑top outing, the burger or meatballs provide a concise, representative meal. The tone of the menu rewards familiar choices executed with care.
Venue details
Ambiance
Chic and stylish with vibrant, energetic atmosphere as described in guest reviews and venue descriptions.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Lively
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Medium
Signature Dishes
- CRAVE Burger
- Signature Wings
- Wagyu Meatballs
Planning details
Location
Also consider
Also Consider
- Lakewood Tavern, Notable alternative
- Jokky Catering Services & Take Out Restaurant, Notable alternative
- Angelina's Restaurant, Italian American, Italian American
- Tongue in Cheek, Notable alternative
- Boca Chica, Notable alternative
Restaurant context
Among Woodbury's casual-dining tier, CRAVE competes with Lakewood Tavern for the date-night crowd and Tongue in Cheek for groups seeking variety. Lakewood leans more traditional American pub fare, burgers, wings, comfort classics, while CRAVE pushes global flavors and sushi into the mix. If you want a straightforward meal with craft beer, Lakewood wins on value; if you're entertaining out-of-town guests who want options, CRAVE's broader menu justifies the slightly higher check average. Angelina's Restaurant occupies the next tier up: Italian-American with tablecloths, a curated wine list, more polished service. Book Angelina's when the occasion demands focus; choose CRAVE when convenience and menu breadth matter more than culinary depth.
For quick, budget-friendly takeout, Jokky Catering Services & Take Out Restaurant offers Filipino comfort food at a fraction of CRAVE's price, though the dining room is minimal. Boca Chica brings Mexican flavors into the suburban mix, competitive on price but less reliable on consistency. If you're weighing where to book for a Friday-night group dinner with varied preferences, CRAVE is the safest bet, longer hours, easier walk-in availability, a menu broad enough to satisfy the picky eater, the sushi lover, the steak devotee at one table. For a more curated experience, step up to Angelina's; for better value on American classics, drop back to Lakewood Tavern.
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Compare CRAVE - Woodbury
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|
| CRAVE - Woodbury | Woodbury | ; | No published awards |
| Lakewood Tavern | Lake Elmo | ; | No published awards |
| Jokky Catering Services & Take Out Restaurant | Oakdale | ; | No published awards |
| Angelina's Restaurant | Woodbury | Italian American | Pearl Recommended Restaurants |
| Tongue in Cheek | Saint Paul | ; | No published awards |
| Boca Chica | Saint Paul | ; | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is lunch or dinner better at CRAVE - Woodbury?
CRAVE - Woodbury opens at 11 AM daily. Hours are 11 AM–9 PM Monday through Thursday, 11 AM–10 PM Friday and Saturday, 11 AM–8 PM Sunday. Choose your visit time based on that schedule and confirm any current menu or service details directly.
Can CRAVE - Woodbury accommodate groups?
If you are planning for a party, contact CRAVE - Woodbury directly to confirm group seating availability and any reservation requirements.
What are alternatives to CRAVE - Woodbury?
Angelina's Restaurant, Lakewood Tavern, other dining options may be worth comparing depending on your plans. Confirm current hours, menus, dress guidance, booking policies directly with each venue.
What should I order at CRAVE - Woodbury?
Review the current menu or ask the restaurant directly for recommendations on specific menu items when planning your visit.
How far ahead should I book CRAVE - Woodbury?
For the most accurate guidance on reservation requirements and typical wait times, contact CRAVE - Woodbury directly, especially for weekend visits or larger parties.
