The food is great! From the chicken to the sides, everything is really good. Every time we order from here, it never disappoints. read more

Yelp let us down on this one. This place would never make it in a larger city. Only reason it even gets 1 star is our server was friendly and efficient. Although she did tell us how delicious the side salad was and you can imagine our surprise when it comes out as iceberg lettuce, 1 slice of cucumber and a few goldfish. They are known for their broasted chicken and we were disappointed as it was over cooked and very dry. We also tasted grease the rest of the day. Not a place I'd recommend or return to. read more

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The gal finding seats for people was attentive, conscientious, pleasant - waiting in line was as enjoyable as waiting in line can get. The place was active, good energy and people there seemed happy to have us present. Once the server got going, we had wonderful service and very attentive people in all areas with different people just stopping by to see that things went well. Food was tasty. Yup, the place is rugged, of the earth, but that's why you go to blacksmith lounge. Sure they could add a few more taps, but it is what it is and don't look for something that they are not. read more

Deep fried cod was just what you'd expect and didn't disappoint. Great choice of sides and prices are reasonable. Welcoming atmosphere and relaxed vibe.Staff was very friendly and excellent recommendations from our server. read more

One of the BEST horse shoe burger around. Not to mention they also have the Best Chicken as Well!!! Amy the day time bartender is the sweetest person. Ed the head chef does weekly specials which are a treat to all. Always a pleasure going there for a great lunch special or just a great Meal of sorts read more

This is a hidden gem of the northern suburbs. Just a few miles north of Co Rd 14 off of Hwy 61. Nestled between Hugo and Forest Lake. The Black Smith has some of the best Broasted Chicken in Minnesota. This is a no frills local bar and restaurant and it's totally worth the drive. You can't beat a 1/2 chicken, potato and salad, or coleslaw for under $15.00 and less on Thursdays. And the no-frills Bar will not break your wallet. Make the trip up here any day of week! read more

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Great place but bring cash or you'll be charged an additional 3% for credit card use.

Great food service and fun atmosphere! The breasted chicken is to die for! Absolutely love this place!

Kitchen closed for lunch at "2", and it wasn't 2 yet. No indication anywhere about this. Service lady couldn't give no shit and booted us out. Maybe they have good chicken. The place looks dumpy anyways and only welcomes local. read more

Food is ok but nothing special and ambiance??? If you like walking into a dark barn, enjoy, otherwise go someplace else Mallards or even the American Legion. Old Log Cabin has great food and ambiance if that is what you are looking for. Not blacksmith Lounge. read more

Great chicken! Decent prices. Service was attentive. Older establishment with down home feel.

It was my birthday yesterday and we decided to get a steak at Blacksmith Restaurant. We ordered the Steak for Two. It was very tender and tasty. Our daughter got the broasted chicken dinner special.. They have a daily special of something different available. There is quite a following to this local place especially for the daily specials. We had a nice time. read more

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Went here for a birthday dinner. We ordered steak for two. The steak was very good. The salad came with goldfish crackers for croutons. Our daughter had the broasted chicken special. They have specials daily. We had a nice time. read more

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Good local "divey " style restaurant. We usually get the broasted chicken, the best in the area. The last time I was there, I had a large burger, very tasty but almost too much to eat. The food has always been good here. read more

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I used to bus tables here when I was a teen. I'll be turning 60 in the fall and every other year or so I go to the blacksmith and note that almost nothing has changed. Not the menu, not the glassware, not the general layout or the attached off-sale liquor store. It's amazing really. It's still dark and kind of a cross between a low budget supper club and the roadside bar that it is. The only notable upgrade is that the place is no longer filled with a cloud of cigarette smoke as it was in the '80s. They're known for their chicken and burgers and do a pretty good job. Service is efficient and as friendly as can be with the number of people churning through. Every time I stop in I'm surprised that about half the people there are families with young kids. Worth stopping for sure if you live in Forest Lake or Hugo! read more

Great food especially broasted chicken, big meaty pork ribs. Great service. Price is right!

Is this a restaurant that looks like it's a shed? YES. Has it not been updated since it was built 300 years ago? YES. Is the food great? YES. Looks sketchy, but give it a try! read more

One of my favorites! Best broasted chicken I have found. Also the salad which has gold fish in the wood bowls sounds sub par, but I could up there for a drink and one of those salads and be happy. I've sent many people up here who have said there is something about that salad that hits! Great place and all the bartenders make it a fun place. read more

Best broasted chicken in The Northern counties of Minnesota. Great value and atmosphere. Bloody Mary's are their friend.

Amazing place to get fried chicken!!!! They have other great food too! The inside is a little dark for my liking, but it doesn't stop me from going there or getting take out! read more

I've been there 3 times in the last month, everyone with me has steak or ribs, I go for the 1/2 chicken with hash browns which by the way the hb's are awesome. Everyone has been totally happy with their meals and I mister broaster chicken boy has been amazed at the quality and flavor, Grandy's brass rail is taking a back seat to the Blacksmith's Chicken!!! Jack from Roseville read more

Good local lounge. We went for dinner on a Friday night and it was very busy. The dining area is limited and the tables are very close to each other. We found the conversations at other tables were much too loud for us,just too loud. The food was fine, but we felt the waitress was rushing us. Try it, just saying we won't be going back. read more

Best Chicken in town ! Great service, good parking and great staff ! Broasted Chicken read more

AYCE Fish on Tuesdays after 4pm! Burgers, broasted chicken, baked ribs are all good as well here. Come in early because it can get busy! We had great table service here, our nice waitress keeping our Pepsi & hot water full at all times, also remembering to get more fresh fish when I was getting close to an empty plate. read more

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First visit and the place was really busy we thought there would be a long wait pleasantly surprised we were seated right away. Waitress took our drink order and returned within minutes took our food order of the 20oz sirloin for 2 with fixings for 2 the food was hot and delicious waitresses were very pleasant and efficient looking forward to going back for the chicken and ribs read more

Just picked up some broasted chicken and cheesy hash browns. Made the phone call a nice friendly voice answered and took my order. During the whole Covid thing the menu is posted on their website and is limited. Everything is À la cart right now. You can pay by card over the phone or give them cash (no change is provided though). They will give you a time to pick up and what number spot to park in. I was told twenty minutes and I only waited about two minutes for someone to come out. read more

Blacksmith Lounge - Four piece broasted chicken and cheesy browns to-go! Along with a cute thank you note and the number I parked in. - Lounges Near Me - Hugo, Minnesota

Great food, fast and friendly service!!! A good old fashion drink and nice atmosphere. read more

Good broasted chicken, service was good. I got the 12 piece chicken to go. Always seems very busy there. Daily lunch and dinner specials.

Good chicken. Nice staff. Old building. Inside is mostly a blast from the past. Does get quite noisy. Oh, there is a liquor store attached too. read more

Our 1st time yesterday. The. Roasted Checken was so good and were very large servings. The sides were good & hot & our server friendly, quick & professional. I am eating just one of the tender chicken pieces & the vegetables today for lunch. Great the 2nd day, as well. We will be back & I have already tild a friend!! read more

Great chicken, burgers and bar food. Best chicken around. Great drinks and service. Nothing fancy. Excellent prices.

Fantastic food and service. It is an absolute must visit whenever I'm in Hugo, Minnesota. Great people and better food.

Great food and drinks. It's been around for years. He fish basket is always good along with the horseshoe burger.

Good food great service always a great place for a horseshoe burger !! An the broasted chicken is the best!! read more

And then there was ONE Ricky's and Carpenters Could never hold a flame to these guys The best part it has no windows Stiff drinks And I really enjoy watching people's house payments go into the pull tabs The Only place with real brand Broasted chicken Pay for some new fucking bathrooms Don't change anything else EVER Hwy 61 just look for the big white Cock read more

today i went to the [blacksmith lounge] hugo, mn to cash a check from the scrap yard that the blacksmith lounge advertises at the scrap to come here to cash your check. so i waited at the bar and when it was my turn in line the bartender woman who was obviously looked irritated and mad and she said to me why do you have two checks? i said because i had to many line items for them to put it all on one check. the bartender was so unbearably rude to me like i was bothering her from her social gossip time with her friends and drunks. then she said she will cash both checks this time but normally she would only cash one check per customer per day, she handed me the money and as i was walking to the table about 5 feet from the bar she loudly yelled at me saying you either tip me or order a drink or just leave,well i was on my way to sit at the table and have some lunch until she said that to me and i turned around and said what did you say to me and she repeated it louder and more angry then the whole bar went silent and they all looked at her and then at me in disbelief and i said why the f@#! would i tip you let alone order something to eat and drink now. i was embarrased and shocked at how this bartender talked and disrespected me in a public reastaurant with so many people seeing the anger she has and jumped the gun becauise i was going to sit down and eat lunch. i don't care any longer about how good the food is here which it is mostly very delicious but the service is just marginal to above poor just by a little bit towards bearable service at best, i will never step one foot in this bar or order food to go ever!!!!! i am also going to let everyone and anyone i talk to know about how this bartender acted towards me for know reason except she was angry about something and took it out on me today.... i would really reconsider going here for anything drinks happy hour dinner lunch etc: i know the food is good but don't give your money to this bar that keeps and hires people like her give you business to someone who appriciates there customers and treats them good like family not rude ,angry disrespectfull arrogant self intitled bartender who thinks she's someone special and thinks this is ok and the give her a tip. ha ha ha lol not a chance. i am embarrsed for the bartender who acted like this towards me today and she should be also. when i find out her name i will post it here and update this as needed. feel free to call her out on this at work and lets see how she likes being disrespected and embarrassed. thank you, tony read more

Best Broasted Chicken around! Not pretentious and super family friendly. Great service and staff.

We used to go there all the time. 5 weeks ago we picked up as take out and within literally minutes of each other that night my husband and I got violently sick. I have had food poisoning before but this was worse. We both said we have never been sicker. And it took several days before we could or maybe had any appetite to eat regular food again. My guess is the salad and who prepared it was the culprit. Won't do salads when there next time. But their breasted chicken is the best in the world and will keep us coming back. Jan read more

Best burger Iv had in years. I was traveling and locals told me about this place and it did not disappoint! Great food for a great price! The service was also wonderful! read more

On our day off we decided to give this local establishment a try. Our server was very pleasant and attentive. We had the fish basket and it was very tasty. For casual dining, this is the place to go! read more