What's not to like? Lu Lu Beans coffee shop in Willmar is one of the cutest coffee shops I've ever…read more"bean" to. Ha, ha. The small sign outside says "Welcome home friends" which hints at the overall atmosphere you'll experience at this popular Willmar coffee shop. Old guys with bald heads and white chin beards gather around a small table on the patio to sip coffee, discuss their golf game and gripe about the rising cost of home owners' insurance. Nearby, a couple of moms in yoga pants catch up before launching into their busy day. Inside, a 20-something works remotely at a table not much bigger than her laptop. And there's me. A not-so-young-anymore dad from the cities with nothing better to do than hunt for a good espresso and write wordy Yelp reviews. I ordered a daily brew, my usual, which was fine. TBH not any better than coffee out of my Keurig. They had an espresso category on their chalkboard menu but I didn't see that a simple cup of espresso was an option. I could be wro Nevertheless, it's the vibe of the place that makes Lu Lu's so special. Set in an old house? Gas station? Country store? I don't know, but I love the friendly, homey feel. The different rooms have your usual tables and chairs, but also comfy oversized chairs, couches and love seats. Want to work remotely? No problem- tables and chairs of all sizes. Want to hang out and chat with your bestie or curl up with your favorite book (or electronic device)? Check! Looking for a cozy patio surrounded by potted plants? Got you covered. (Literally, the patio is covered by a lattice pergola covered in vines that crest a nice shade on a sunny day). I also love that the walls are covered in employees' artwork. Some of it is even for sale. The decor is well curated country chic with lots of live plants, cute antiques and I feel like there's got to be a cat quietly snoozing the day away somewhere around here. (Probably not really, but it wouldn't surprise me to feel something furry brush up against my leg). Lu Lu Beans coffee shop is as if your oddly hip grandma was a tattooed, big city barista who decided to start a new life in Willmar after working for Martha Stewart. It's a good thing.

I was looking for a nice latte for my morning fix. Lu Lu beans was close to our hotel and I headed…read morethere. Such a cute place. It's a former home turned into a coffee shop. Intimate rooms allow you to enjoy your coffee or do some work. Many were sitting out on the patio enjoying lively conversation. Staff was very friendly. My latte was nice and hot and flavorful. I bought some beans and found they source their coffee from Uproasters in the Twin Cities area. Great stop.

Fast and quicker then hwy 12 good for a date and clean not ran by teenagers and very goodread more

last time we went 2 of us got water cups and they got pop instead, the tall white manager with a…read morebeard a low voice saw they got pop and made them pay $6 for a small water cup of pop. Understandable, they asked for water and got pop instead, but $6 is crazy. We avoided coming here because of that, but two months later we go to get food and as we look at the menu, the same manger sees us and says "yall here to steal again?" we stayed quiet, looking at the menu to order, as he asks if we're here to still again. We stayed quiet and walked out with no food, since we just kept getting asked if we're stealing. THEN we go ahead abt a month, my friend is at work at TJ Max, and that same dq manager is at Tj Max, and asks my friend WHILE he is on the clock, if he is stealing again. We purposely avoided this place to not see that manager, we go there one more time and right away says we're stealing, then he's comes to our work and proceeds to ask if we are stealing? We purposely don't go to 1st street dq because of him, but then the manager is off the clock, is at our work place, and still says we are stealing. Oh also not to mention, that last time we went to dq, the manager was SITTING on the counter where the hand out food as he was talking to a customer, and interrupts his convo to ask us if we are here to steal.

First time here. Was excited to come here for their wings. The staff was very friendly and…read morewelcoming. Dining room was pretty clean and nice seating with lots of areas to sit. I ordered ruff summer drink which I recommend. Very sweet and delicious. For the food I ordered mango habanero and the new blackened wings traditional style. I think there wasn't enough seasoning on the blackened wings which I was left disappointed. The seasoning itself was pretty good just not enough on the wings. The mango habanero was ok if you like sweet and tangy spice. I'd come back to try the burgers

Best boneless wings, which I thought I'd never try. The golden barbecue sauce is great and they…read morehave the best fries. Poutine is great too and I'm sure it's good for you. All the food groups: dairy cheese, gravy, bacon, fat, vegetables, how could you go wrong? We happened to go here for a birthday drink shortly after it opened and found out it was bingo night. Then went weekly for a year! It was a lot more fun when Rick called bingo. There were people of all ages playing (18+) with one cash prize, and several certificates, T-shirts, etc.,back when it was free. We spent enough on food and drinks that it wasn't really "free" but cheap entertainment bringing friends together. Was a highlight destination while it lasted. Still go for the wings. Now it's pay bingo with cash prizes, but I find it less camaraderie anymore. I guess the person calling bingo made a huge difference.

Really good coffee, an awesome selection, and a warm, welcoming atmosphere. The staff always seems…read moreto be smiling and genuinely friendly. The breakfast sandwich was one of the best I've had, and the coffee, roasted onsite daily, was excellent. My only minor complaint is that the music can be a little loud for a coffee shop. Overall, this is a great place for coffee and breakfast. Highly recommended!

paid $9 for this bacon burrito that i finished in 4 bites, still hungry , genuinely a waste of my…read moretime and money, wasn't even rolled properly so 2 of the 4 bites i took were 90% tortilla

Service was terrible waited 15 mins to even get water then waited another 45 mins to get our food…read more And they gave me the wrong order.

Terrible service while management is laughing at the register. No team work or leadershipread more

Don't order food with the app and expect to get your food in a timely manner at the Culvers in…read moreWillmar MN. Waited 30mn to get an order of Mac and Cheese and an order of fries. I had to go to the drive thru and ask them for it. Then they brought it out a minute later cold AF and Soggy Azz fries. This is the second time in 2 days that they have done this. I agree with other reviewers that this is the worst Culvers in MN.

Good food, service can sometimes take little longer then got time for on a lunch breakread more

good service and real homecooked meals. Hard to find anything but wraps, hamburgers and plain bar…read morefood in this area that used to have some high quality restaurants. This place is very popular.

Stopped by Westwood Cafe when we were vacationing in the area. It was very average. We got the…read morespecials, sausage gravy skillet and cinnamon roll French toast. The service was quick but the food just wasn't that great. We will look for something else next time we are in town.

They make pizzas that you request! Very nice! The fried chicken is great! Ice cream is always good…read more! Tons of food! All good many choices! Can't beat it! I didn't take pictures! A nice family event!

The pizza was cold and I still had to wait for it, the worst I've EVER had, it looked like it was…read moresome old stuff they took off the buffet that didn't sell.

Went to Applebee's in Willmar, Minnesota with a group of friends, and as a group of teens we were…read moredefinitely pretty loud and joking around the whole time. Our server, Michael, was really great--we've actually had him before and he's always super nice, helpful, and makes the experience better. Me and a friend both got the all-you-can-eat boneless wings, sticking with BBQ sauce the whole time. For about $17, it's honestly a really good deal, especially since it comes with fries each time you order more. I also liked the kiosk payment option--it made checking out super easy. Only downside was that the pull tabs were out. Overall, I'd definitely come here again with friends or family for a cheap, easy meal, just maybe not a first date spot.

I use to love working here until we unfortunately got a new general manager and fired alot of the…read moreolder staff so that he could have his friends have there position which i think is very unfair environment especially with being treated differently then others also alot of drama work here if u want his friends staff to talk shit behind ur back to him and also not clean at all waitress stick there dirty fingers after carrying nasty plates into the fry basket we also would take off the expiration date so you guys wouldn't know that it expired that day and sometimes they will serve you food thats been sitting in the window for hours also they dont provide benefits like they say they do and we also found a tape worm at the bar before be my guest and eat here