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    Carol's Restaurant

    3.9 (270 reviews)
    Open 7:30 am - 8:00 pm

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Dogs allowed
    Good for groups

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    Beef pot roast dinner special
    Missy V.

    Carol's is one of my favorite mom and pop restaurants. Love all the home cooked food. They are always very clean and put together. Our server was very nice and fast. We will be back. We also enjoy their chicken dinner special.

    The gift shop entrance
    Loveleen A.

    I had heard many great things about Carol's in Blaine and it didn't disappoint. It's a classic American restaurant known for its bakery and breakfast/ brunch. Walking in you see slices of fresh baked pies and bars, I loved it because they really looked housemade and not fancy elegant. Made me feel like I need to try everything. While I didn't get a chance to I'll be back for that. We were seated right away. There are plenty of tables and seating. The staff was quick and knew what they were doing. We had the buttermilk pancakes, came with butter, syrup and a fruit sauce. Those pancakes were delicious. Reminded me of the pancakes at the State Fair Hamline church breakfast. Also had a side of hashbrowns. I added cheddar and onions. There was an option for pepper jack as well. They were very good. Oily, flavorful and super cheesy! The Corn beef hash was very good as well. The orange juice came in a cute glass with an orange slice. It said fresh somewhere on the menu, but it wasn't that. The usual. Prices were low. Food was good. And looks like it attracts many families with senior citizens. There are even senior specials on the menu. It's a stand alone building with plenty of parking and an attached gift shop.

    Corn beef hash
    Kathy D.

    The waitresses are soooooo sweeet!! We loveeee getting breakfast here! I got the corn beef hash! It is truly homemade! It's soooo good! Everything is homemade! We also got pancakes and it comes with a little thing of homemade strawberry jam! AMAZING

    Pot Roast dinner
    Michelle O.

    I've been to Carol's many times and if you are looking for great comfort food this is the place! The restaurant is kind of tucked away but easy enough to find. It's a nice sized restaurant with plenty of tables and booths but it gets BUSY! Thankfully they have a decent waiting area and offer plenty of seating while you wait (Thank you Carol's!!). There is also a gift shop attached which has some really lovely things and a fun thing to do while waiting for a table or after your mea. While waiting, also check out the dessert cases! You just don't see desserts like this very often and I would highly recommend leaving room for one (or taking something home)! The food is Diner comfort food and always tasty! I am addicted to their Turkey dinner and have had that the last 4 times I've been there, but have also been impressed with their breakfasts and LOVE their Signature salad!! The Turkey dinner comes with a salad or soup (you can upgrade to that Signature salad) and the meal has a pile of delicious turkey, homemade stuffing, real mashed potatoes, the most yummy Sweet potato casserole, and steamed veggies of some sort. All delicious!! My mom this time had the Pot Roast dinner which was a special that day and came with the same sides. The beef gravy on that was SO good and the meat was tender. Honestly everything is yummy! Make sure you try their Nova Scotia rolls! They are so good!!

    Hot Turkey Commercial Sandwich.
    Deb H.

    UPDATE: My husband came with me this time and raved about the country fried chicken special. I had the same sammich because DANG it was good! I took home a slice of coconut cake that ended up in Bemidji with us. My sister-in-law, her hubby, and I all munched on it through the evening. Unbelievably moist with a delicate flavor that was decadent and rich.

    Fish and Chips
    Andy H.

    The food at Carol's seems to primarily be comfort food with some alternative options thrown in to broaden the horizons. I got fish and chips and enjoyed it but I felt like I could've used more fish and less fries. The restaurant is homey, I enjoyed the stained glass Tiffany style lamp shades on the hanging lamps, and there was live music, an older man with a nice voice singing some classics. Service was quick and welcoming.

    Cinnamon French toast
    Katelyn W.

    Quickly seated, great breakfast diner feel! The baked goods looked AMAZING!!! Huge cinnamon rolls. We got their French toast and andouille sausage bake. The sausage bake was so so so good! Perfect blend of savory and healthy. The toast was buttered up!!! The French toast was fluffy and not mushy. Overall 10/10 come here for breakfast!

    We found this little hole in the wall place and it was amazing
    Quinzhee H.

    The food and the service were great. They were very accommodating and very friendly. Next time we're in town this will be a must stop establishment.

    pancakes
    Nikki B.

    Four of us had a late breakfast today, Saturday, on the patio. Parking lot was deceptively full.... thought we would have a wait. Seated right away. Entered to a few couches, a large bakery display case and The Vintage Rose boutique off to the right. We were seated at the only round patio table without an umbrella so as the sun kept peeking through the trees .... we asked to move to the table next to us. Our server gave us the go ahead. My nephew ordered the blueberry pancakes. Which the server immediately informed them: they can be prepared two ways: the blueberries cooked in them or on top w cream for a compote. They opted for the compote and said they were delicious! My niece opted for regular pancakes, also delicious. My mom opted for a Taste of Heaven omelet w bacon and the side of pancakes. I opted for a Taste of Heaven omelet w sausage w a side of wheat toast. My toast came w a scratch jam. I declined the fruit option when she said it was pineapple, cantaloupe and green grapes. To my delightful surprise my sausage wasn't breakfast sausage links it was kielbasa. The lobby is built for the busy wait that is always a possibility. A few couches, and benches along the wall. There was even a vintage wood bench in the ladies room. Our meal was delicious, service friendly and the atmosphere was comfortable. Thanks for a delightful inaugural meal experience, Carol's!

    Chicken Alfredo
    Jen S.

    Seated right away. Got drinks and apps ordered and delivered in record time. The restaurant is kind of boring atmosphere and decor wise but the food is great. This was our first time there. My husband had the fish and fries, which also came with Cole slaw all very good. Then there was dessert. I normally never get dessert but heard that the carrot cake was amazing. Unfortunately they didn't have the carrot cake but I did try the red velvet. The frosting and cheesecake were good but the cake itself was a little dry but still good! We will go back.

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    Love the grilled chicken sandwich, Reuben and the rice Kristy bars. Waitresses are nice too.

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    Very good food I ordered the shrimp Alfredo and it was amazing the service was outstanding would definitely recommend

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    Great experience. Loved my food. Excellent service. Nice interior design. The pumpkin torte was to die for! Loved it!

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    Food service and ambiance are all worthwhile when dining at Carols, been going since they were in Circle Pines as Carol's Calico Kitchen!!

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    The ambience makes you feel at home. The staff are friendly and my 3-eggs omelette with everything was fantastic to start my weekend.

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    Food was great, our young server was great, but the hostess, being an older lady could be nicer..

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    Ask the Community - Carol's Restaurant

    Do you still have the cute gift shop?? Do you still have bakery items 'to go'?

    Yes-Vintage Rose is attached in the building. Yes-they have incredible good looking bakery items to-go

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