The Firecracker Blonde is SO good. Love the atmosphere! It's a great Friday night and Saturday…read moreafternoon spot

Service was excellent, and the owner is a nice guy. A nice place to have a beer in Mandan!read more

Sam is an AMAZING bar manager, we had a huge table and she didn't fail to keep up. I will come back…read morejust for her service! Such a beautiful time sitting on the patio with such nice service. :) Chicken Caesar salad was a plus!

Went for a pint w my wife. Staff was friendly. Bright open atmosphere. Went a diff time to outdoor…read morevenue and was decent place. I like the vibe and is worth a visit.

Crab cakes are one of my favorite things. I've eaten them in many, many restaurants all over the…read moreworld. I've bought them from the store and cooked them at home. I've even made my own from scratch with very good results. But I must say: The Walrus blew my mind. Their presentation is absolutely fantastic. The cakes are meaty, just-right-crispy and delicious and they are served perched on a bed of gorgeous greens. The greens are lightly dressed in a lovely vinaigrette and topped with perfectly roasted veggies and feta. YUM! We also ordered the artichoke and spinach dip. Delicious. AND served with plenty of yummy crostini for dipping. So many places skimp on the dippers, and it's always annoying. Not so at The Walrus. Service was prompt, friendly, attentive and efficient. If I'm ever back in Bismarck, I'll be campaigning for a return visit. Until then, I'll be dreaming about those crab cakes.

Service. Execution. Both are the problem. My husband and i used to be recognized and cared for as a…read moreregulars, before Covid. Since we've been less frequent, we've experienced short shrift and mediocre pasta, pizza and other entrees. As a single woman, I had to flag down a waitress or look for myself for condiments, napkin or a refill of water.

Wow. Wondered in off the street and got the Hatchback Burger. The sauce on the burger was…read moreincredible and I'm not even big on sauces. The inside is somewhat small but courtyard was well shaded in the evening. The staff was quick despite being relatively busy on a Friday night. Great experience. Well worth it.

We always love Jl beers for absolute tasty quality burgers beers and awesome service !read more

2026 Hundreds of Hops US Hop Passport Amazing Brewery Race Stop 1 (Stop 1 of 2 for NoDak)…read more Party of 2 on a Thursday at 4pm, just as they opened. The staff are engaging with patrons & the patrons are friendly. The space is eclectic & welcoming. You want to love it & it's so close, so very close. Truthfully, I think it's either a water source issue or equipment issue, as there's a saltiness or sulfuric note (I can't quite pin in diwn - but you can also pick it up on the nose) to everything I've tried... both ciders & beer. Anywho, we did the BOGO & paid $10, with tip for 2

On arrival you get a friendly greeting from the beertender and the people seated are just as nice…read more There's a real sense of people first. Unfortunately, for me, there's something I pick up in the beer flavor wise that's off. I don't know if it's in the brewing process, an additive or maybe the water used. A saltiness that seems to work well with some flavors and less in others. They are also a cider house & over half the people were drinking cider. They offer several options. No food.

I mean how can one even rate blue cheese crumbles on a burger? It's always going to be tastEEE…read moreunless the beef is from .. not here... Had an epic time with the bartender she said "I got you" more than a few and I knew she did! Maybe it's the California in me .. maybe it is the untrusting Russian in me .. either way .. she had me and recommended this burger I had. 25 stars for the burger. Minus a star for not giving out the playlist! Come on bruh! Give it out. Sets the ambience and lets our feet jam to the beet!

Went here w my wife and friends. Place has a busy wood feel like a roadhouse. We ordered some…read moreburgers. Staff was quick and attentive. The burgers were dine well for the most part with one of them being undercooked. Overall decent place.

Me and my wife go to stage stop together sometimes alone an we never had one complaint we had a…read moregreat server! Very beautiful girl made us feel very welcome and she was dressed beautifully! She definitely outdid herself with us. Our glasses were always full!

From the owner: Stage Stop Liquors is Mandan's largest locally owned liquor store. We carry the best selection of…read morebeer, wine & spirits at the best prices.

The CraftCade has a laid-back, fun 80s/90s retro vibe that my wife and I really loved. I ordered an…read more18" New York-style pizza, which had great flavor and texture. Hot honey wasn't on the menu, but they had some--and it was perfect with the giant pepperoni slices. They also have a pour-your-own beer wall with a bunch of options, which was pretty cool. Most of the old games are free to play. A few were in rough shape, but we still had a fun time. The newer games and pinball machines cost to play. Great service at both the bar and the pizza counter. Overall, we had a great time--some awesome pizza and a round of Mario Kart on the Switch while seated at the bar

Went here several times by myself and with friends. I love the 80s atmosphere and the culture that…read morethey captured in the walls and the drinks and the menu. I have had the food and it is OK but nothing I would say was wow to me. I like the selection of alcohol that you can get including The draft station with a charge card. I like that some of the games are free and others that you can pay for if you want the newer game experience. The biggest challenge I see here is the upkeep of the old video games, which is hard to keep up with. The staff is friendly and I would recommend going here for a unique experience

A very good place and great beer and food! The burnt ends and wings are absolutely awesome! Great…read morebeer selection and service is fantastic! Great atmosphere and axe throwing! Definitely one of the better places in this town!

Laughing Sun -- I guess the joke's on me…read more Went to celebrate Father's Day 2025 at Laughing Sun for some BBQ and a beer. I've been looking for good BBQ in Bismarck, and Laughing Sun has been recommended to me quite a bit. The place itself is really cool -- I love the big, open blues venue atmosphere. Axe throwing is a fun touch, and I appreciate that it's sectioned off so it doesn't distract if you're not into it. The line to order moved quickly, and ordering was smooth with friendly service. I got the 3-meat BBQ plate with brisket, pulled pork, and ribs. For sides, I chose mac and cheese, beans, and kettle chips. My wife ordered a half order of the BBQ nachos and a root beer. I had the Space Probe Blue, a sour -- which I really enjoyed. The ribs were great: served slightly above room temp, tender, and well-seasoned. I'm not a fan of competition-style ribs where you're expected to leave a bite mark, and thankfully these were more tender than that. Not quite "fall-off-the-bone," but a really nice middle ground. The pulled pork was solid -- moist, well-seasoned, and with noticeable smoke flavor. The brisket looked promising with a nice bark and smoke ring. But that's where the positives ended. It was the driest brisket I've ever had -- barely edible. Truly terrible. It looked old, and I'd be shocked if it hadn't been sliced the day before. I was genuinely disappointed. Brisket and burnt ends are my jam, and I just couldn't vibe with it. The "award-winning" mac and cheese was served at room temp and was mid at best. The beans were also served room temp and are supposed to include brisket -- fortunately, mine did not. I'd give the beans a 5/10. The kettle chips, though, were excellent -- crispy, well-seasoned, and easily the best side of the bunch. The BBQ nachos didn't go over well with my wife. Her main issues: the pulled pork was wet and spongy, the pico de gallo was overly watery and made everything soggy, and the use of melted cheese instead of nacho cheese didn't work. In summary: If you're after a great local beer and a fun atmosphere, this could be your spot. But if you're looking for killer BBQ executed with care, maybe do what I'm going to do -- and keep looking.

Great breakfast and service. I had the hash with pouched eggs, delish. Very good drip coffee tooread more

Anima Cucina is such a cute spot in Bismarck. I was greeted right away and seated promptly, and the…read moreservice throughout the meal was warm, friendly, and attentive. For a small restaurant, they also have an impressive wine selection. We started with the garlic bread, hot olives, and meatballs -- all of which were flavorful, balanced, and absolutely delicious. For entrées, our table had the breaded walleye, the Bolognese pasta, and the Porchetta. The walleye and Bolognese were outstanding, but unfortunately the Porchetta was a big letdown. The skin was chewy rather than crisp, with a thick layer of unrendered fat beneath it, and most concerning, it still had visible pig hair. I was expecting the classic combination of crackling skin, melting fat, and tender pork, but instead it was oddly undercooked on the outside, dry inside, and after biting into hair, I really lost my appetite for it. We finished with tiramisu and a torte, and both desserts were excellent -- a strong way to end the meal. Overall, Anima Cucina has a lot going for it: charming atmosphere, friendly staff, great starters, and standout entrées (other than the Porchetta). I'd happily return for the appetizers, pasta, fish, and desserts, but I'd avoid the Porchetta based on my experience.