I recently visited a classic American bar called The Willows and had an unforgettable experience…read more From the moment I walked in, I was greeted by the lively atmosphere and friendly staff. The dimly lit space was adorned with vintage and rustic decor, giving it a cozy and inviting feel. The bar had an extensive selection, and other spirits, making it lover's paradise. flight, which allowed me to sample a variety of different flavors and profiles. Each pour was expertly selected and served with a wealth of knowledge from the bartender, who was clearly passionate about their craft. In addition to the impressive drink menu, also offered a mouthwatering selection of bar bites and comfort food. I indulged in their famous whiskey-glazed wings and loaded tater tots, which were the perfect accompaniment to my drinks. The live music added to the vibrant energy of the bar, creating a lively and entertaining atmosphere. The crowd was diverse and welcoming, making it easy to strike up a conversation with fellow patrons. Overall, my experience at The Whiskey Barrel was nothing short of fantastic. From the top-notch drinks and delicious food to the friendly staff and lively ambiance, this American bar truly exceeded my expectations. I will definitely be returning soon to enjoy more of what this gem has to offer.

First- we haven't been here since the new ownership and my husband and I went for a date night and…read moreit was frankly, terrible from start to finish. Service was slow and we were the only people there other than a few guys at the bar, on a Thursday night! That should have clued us in right there. We finally got our drinks and all we could hear was the waitstaff and MANAGER gossiping. My husband sat with an empty drink for 10+ min. Finally we get our food and I got the chicken alfredo and my husband the chicken melt. The chicken in the alfredo was gummy, definitely frozen and possibly boiled by the texture. I like aldente, but this pasta was raw and the alfredo sauce itself was broken. I never send food back, but even I sent this back. Waitress took it to the kitchen and they said that is how it always is made. The bread stick was smoking hot where i couldnt touch it but the dish was ice cold. I expect more from a $20 dish. My husband's $15 tender melt was made from bottom of the line frozen chicken, like think of the stuff they slapped on our plates while in elementary school. Cheese wasn't fully melted, but he said the fries were alright. We had to get our own Ketchup and ranch for his stuff from the salad bar because the waitress never came back. When she brought us our bill with some of the stuff taken off, she did ask if we wanted to

Traveling on I90 on a below zero Sunday and went to lucky's for lunch. The place is well put…read moretogether and decorated. Waitress was friendly and gave some food recommendations. Said that their best cook was in the kitchen and we couldn't go wrong. I had the pork tenderloin sandwich and fries. This sandwich was huge and for me required a knife and fork. It was delicious. I skipped most of the bun so I could concentrate on the pork. I wanted every bite. My husband had a bacon cheeseburger. They get their meat from the local locker. He said it was tender, moist and flavorful. And it was too big to finish. It was very clean and accessible friendly. Got to love a bar with clean bathrooms! We will definitely remember Lucky's Pub in Hayward MN next time we are in the area.

The staff was amazing! The food was delicious, and hot! Beer was really cold, which is a…read morerequirement . Will definitely come back whenever in the area.

Food was good. Prices were reasonable. I had the cheesy…read morehash browns and it was very goodd

Skol Tavern is conveniently located inside a large travel center with lots of souvenir…read moreopportunities & a chance to fill up on fuel once you're done with your meal. My review is based on 3 separate visits to & from Minnesota. My wife & I are both Scandinavian so of course we loved the Viking/Nordic theme with tall ceilings & a large Fireplace. We have ordered the Skol classic Breakfast/ Brisket Melt w Mac & Cheese & multiple times the Breakfast Tot - Chos ( Heaping plate of tots covered w Gravy, Cheese & Eggs ) Everything has always been very good & served quite quickly. My only complaint is that you have to go get your own refreshments & when done eating you have to go stand in line at the cash register to pay your bill. But other than that we very much enjoyed all 3 visits to the Skol Tavern & we will absolutely return again.

Food is really good IF you actually receive what you order. If you order the mushroom & swiss, be…read moreprepared for an olive burger. This has happened 3 separate times. One of those times was to a teen who has ARFID. There is no way olive burger even came out of our mouths accidently while ordering because we all hate olives. Bartenders/servers are just plain unfriendly, to the point of being rude, even when ordering ice water. Everyone has bad days, but even on my worst days I would never treat any customer like we have been treated. I wish the best to everyone who attends & hope you actually get the food you order. ARFID is so difficult, but even more so I hope someone with an actual food allergy will be listened to, fully comprehended, & get what they actually order for their health. The locals are just plain rude as the night progresses. If you are not part of the usual crowd, be prepared for people to be confrontational & rude, even if you are sober & just a friendly, decent human. While we will never attend or order take-out from this local bar & grill again, I hope everyone else gets what they actually order from a bartender/server who actually listens, is kind, & friendly even on their worst days.

Burgers are really tasty. Fries well seasoned. Fast service. Always busy but always friendly and…read moreefficient.

Stopped for a quick lunch. Great service. Nice dive bar atmosphere with good prices. Boys…read moreenjoyed Hamms for $3.25. Decent food, fried shrimp, tenderloin and Cajun chicken were enjoyed. The artichoke chicken wasn't very flavorful and wasn't expecting chunks vs breast. Unfortunately, rating reflects cleanliness. Always concerned when the bathrooms are filthy. Is it a reflection of the kitchen?

Great food, and great service! The Bar was full, and the bartender was also waiting tables, her…read moreservice was amazing. Even with a full crowd she still refilled our drinks quickly and made sure we had everything we needed! The fried pickles are a MUST try, they are the best I've ever had anywhere in this country!

The staff was a delight despite the fact that they advertise the fact that they are short-staffed…read moreand invite you to apply ;) But we were there for the food (I wish the drink as the bar was lovely!). We were driving from Des Moines to Minneapolis and decided to hop off the beaten path to Lake Mills. A great little town! We each had a side salad with thousand island dressing. Typical diner-style salad of romaine lettuce, cheese, tomatoes, onions. Fine, but nothing to write home about. Then we split the burger and fires. We went with the burger on a pretzel bun (I always think they will be better than a regular bun, but should just get the regular. Nothing wrong with this one--nice and fresh, just never what I think they will be.). Anyway, the burger was fantastic and the fries were crispy, not greasy, and a generous portion. The menu was quite diverse and we will make this trip again to check out more options. It's worth a stop just to be in the old bank building and to take a walk down Main Street!

Fun atmosphere....the service was great. The homemade chips were really good. But don't order the…read morefish and chips. the fish was EXTREMELY over cooked. and tasted like cardboard.

We are two weeks home from a 24 day trip across the country. Snd I have to tell you that your…read morerestaurant was one of the best we experienced those three week! Our hotel sent us to you. I had the most delicious grilled cheese sandwich with your seeded bread. I wish I could come to enjoy your food every week! I'm searching Cleveland for a duplicate bread! Ughh can't find. Anyway! Keep doing what you are doing. We truly enjoyed your food!! Greg and Lori Cihon North Royalton, Ohio

We had a delicious Sunday lunch here. We were given menus and asked to pick our own table. We…read moreplaced our orders pretty quickly, starting off with cheese curds plus a frozen strawberry margarita for me and a tap beer for my husband. We loved the curds, which were hot and fresh with a great coating. We had two different flatbreads for our mains: bruschetta for me and hot honey for my husband. They were larger than I expected, both quite tasty.

Second time stopping here. We enjoyed our first visit while going thru Albert Lea so we stopped…read moreagain and this time was just as good! Great service, delicious food! We split an order of cod bites with fries. Plenty for each of us and hot and fresh from the kitchen!

I've been here more than a few times over the years and it hasn't really changed which is a good…read morething. Good food and service everytime. It has a bit of 70s small town hangout feel to it. It is a popular sports bar with an actual screen big screen and a bunch of big screen TVs.