I have been twice and my last visit was underwhelming but I still give them a 5 stars. I'll come…read moreback to give them a best out of 3 The first time here I was so comforted by the truffle fries and their signature burger. I don't know what happened this last time but it didn't taste as fresh and came out a little warm. Oh but definitely don't skip out on their bacon wrapped curds. I forgot to order them this last time and boy did I regret it... I love the vibe, a bit of a classic diner joint with modern touches. The menu is fairly simple and straightforward with some twists. Service is friendly! I would recommend anyone to try them out. I will revise after my third visit, hopefully adding more compliments!

This was our first time trying out Mac's Diner and we came specifically for Minnesota Burger Week…read more When we arrived it was very busy, which I thought was a good sign for it being a random Wednesday evening. Unfortunately the area around the host stand is very cramped and made for some awkward standing and shuffling as people walked in and walked out. I was very impressed by the staff, especially the hostess who was always kind to everyone while working very hard to help clear tables, sit guests, and manage the wait list. Our waitress was very kind and helpful as well during our meal! Unfortunately, I was not a big fan of our food though, we both ordered the Curd Your Enthusiasm smashburger, which was a limited offering for Burger Week and featured cheese curds, spicy mayo, bacon, and cheese. The burger itself looked amazing and was a lot of food for the price, but the taste just wasn't there. The cheese curds and fries on the side had an old oil taste and the burger had an off taste that I couldn't quite place. It wasn't awful by any means and we both ate a good deal of our food, but neither of us would be interested in ordering it again. I got the feeling that we came on an unusually busy night and that they weren't staffed well enough to handle the crowd so I only took off one star for the food. Overall, I feel like our experience may not be what the standard experience is and I appreciate the staff working so diligently and being kind in their interactions. While the food was not to our liking this time, I would be open to coming again on a slower night and giving them another try!

If you are on the downtown NSP strip, you should stop in and check this bar out. It definitely has…read morean old school feel and you can tell it has been around since the start. The bartender was very friendly and everyone in this place is a local and seated around the bar. Very affordable drinks and they have great music, pulltabs, dartboards and a lot of seating. They also have a back patio area to hang outside.

Stopped in last night for a beer...apparently 6:00ish is shift change so I chatted up three…read moredifferent pretty fantastic staff; Missy, Linda & Rob. I'd never been before so I wasn't sure how busy it would be? I think with the return to school & the virus, it wasn't very busy, so not loud or crowded...just how I like it! They had five or six beers on tap so not slim pickings nor an overwhelming selection; enough to cover about any palate! Friendly staff, comfy digs, reasonably priced beers, and easy parking in the lot behind the bar put Roddy's on my Regular Stop rotation!! It should be noted, they don't take cards, cash only. Thanks for the friendly and inviting experience Roddy's, looking forward to my next visit, cheers!

Did you know that this is the states oldest most continuously operating bar? How cool is that? It…read moredefinitely has that local vibe feel. We've been here before for karaoke but it doesn't appear to be an option of lately. They do have live music a couple of nights a week and certain food specials here and there. We just came in for the last stop of the night before heading home. The bartender was friendly and welcoming. Lots of free parking options too.

Come for burger day! We always used to come here before Luther auctions on Mondays. Much better…read moreburger than tacos. Taco shells def tasted stale barely any seasoning I mean I get it they are 7 bucks but they don't have to taste like 7 bucks . Martini was ok, overly watered down and def could need improvement. Still love the vibe here just know what to get next time.

Tuesday thru Saturday, daytime bartender is VERY RUDE, she spends more time talking with friends…read morethan serving drinks. Does not appreciate the customer business. Two times last in the last 2 weeks, my girlfriend and I wondered why we wait 10 minutes at the bar while she washes dishes, and finally servers us with a attitude. If she does not like her job, its time to find something else. The word is spreading about this one bartender hurting business. We will now spend our money at the American Legion.

Nice place. Plenty of parking, good bar, terrific Friday Fish Fry during Lenten season. Friendly…read morestaff and great prices. Music from time to time, pull tabs, raffles, room rentals, bingo and parties.. On top of that, the Arthur O Haukland Post 1350, VFW is one of the best! Always looking for new members. www.vfwpost1350.org

It should be noted that I've never actually set foot inside Bella Ciao Pasta Bar and Ristorante. I…read moreonly experienced it today through the lens of a takeout container. For lunch, I ordered the Chicken Marsala. You get to choose a side; options ranging from Alfredo Fettuccine to Green Beans to Mashed Potatoes to Spaghetti Marinara. I went for the Spaghetti. The meal also came with two breadsticks. Overall, the dish was decent but not remarkable. The highlight was the mushrooms in the Marsala wine sauce. They were flavorful and well prepared. The chicken itself was just okay. Without the sauce, it lacked seasoning, and the texture varied throughout the breast, with some parts tender and others noticeably tough or chewy. The spaghetti was good, though comparable to standard spaghetti you might find anywhere. The breadsticks, however, were disappointing; they were extremely hard and not enjoyable to eat. I also wish the Chicken Marsala and the spaghetti were packaged separately. Because of the amount of sauce, everything blended together in the container. I don't mind my food touching, but separating the items would make for a better presentation and texture. I do think other menu items may have more to offer. One mediocre experience isn't enough for me to write off the restaurant entirely, so I would consider trying something else in the future. However, I wouldn't recommend this particular dish based on today's order. Overall rating: 3/5.

The food here was really good. They have a nice selection of wine as well. It is a bit dark in the…read morerestaraunt, but a good vibe! Unforuntately our service was slow. I had a great date night here to celebrate my new job. Probably will be back at some point!

Stop by for a drink as we heard good things about the Dog House. The place was larger than expected…read moreand they are set up for bands to perform. We stopped by during the day so the crowd was light. Nicole our server was very prompt and took our drink orders we decided do order fries as well. The menu looked good and we will have to be back for dinner. If you are looking for live music you should check the place out.

Went to another gig here Saturday night. My server was friendly and attentive, kept popping by as…read moreI debated if I wanted anything to eat..... I ultimately opted for brussel sprouts. As I told him "the best I've ever had!" He thoughtfully offered me a box for the majority of my order. Friends ordered the pickle roll ups, which I chuckled as I asked: are those in a dog bowl? Two of them snacking on them throughout the night and they still never finished them. Thanks for the good service and the filling meal, Dog House!

been coming here for years, food is so fresh and good, coffees even better and the outdoor seating…read moreand amazing sunlight?!! workers are so sweet too

Wanted to grab breakfast after dropping a car off for service at a nearby dealership. The space…read morelooks like a little rustic house. There are specials of the day and plenty of goodies on the menu. Both hubs and I got one of the specials when we stopped in. I had the hashbrown-crusted quiche which was broccoli and cheese and hubs had the tres leches french toast. I snagged a bite of his, and while it was good, was very sweet and a little messy. I did love the quiche though. I would definitely swing in again when I'm in the area.

It's been a minute since my last review so I had to update on the amazing Fish Fry these guys are…read morehosting! Fresh, hot , delicious and worth every penny! I love that they still offer smash burgers as an option too since they are equally as delicious. The pictures don't do it justice as the fish pieces were very generous! Located in the Rosetown American Legion (address is wrong on this listing) so there are plenty of tables and chairs to sit at. The food is ordered at the window and you are given a pager to let you know when it's ready. The owner is super friendly and we always enjoy our food and our time here!

Probably best smash burger in town. Never disappoints. All the burgers are amazing. I highly…read morerecommend it

The food was bland. All you can eat but with no taste. Was a little disappointed…read more The bathrooms were very gross and not seemed to be cleaned. Maybe I just came at a bad time. But the overall experience wasn't good.

One star today. the steaks was off again. All I got was got was mostly fat trimmings and most of…read morethe pieces I got was full of silver membrane and elastin everytime. Steaks not cooked right, Horrible. Blueberry pie was stale, everything else was just mediocre today. Disappointed in the steaks. Saw other pple get nice cuts but mine was all bottom barrel. Server was kool that was about it. Usual I have a good time here but today was a two thumbs down.

Appetizer: - Breaded Mushrooms w/ Wasabi Mayo dipping sauce…read more($8). The Breaded Mushrooms are very large, beer battered that creates a thin crunchy shell. Yet, the Wasabi Mayo sauce doesn't complement very well--and if you leave the mushrooms for more than 15 minutes or so, they become soft as the frying oil settles. They're good. Entree: - Steak Dinner w/ Mashed Potatoes, Gravy, Garlic Bread, and choice of a side (I chose Asparagus) for $22. First, the Asparagus was thick, seasoned well, crunchy, and perfect. I could eat a plate of them! They proudly proclaim all steaks are from Creekstone Steaks Black Angus. I've never heard of them, but my medium rare 8 oz. NY Strip was chewy and a lacked some marbling which made it dry. The steak should really use a good salting and coarse ground pepper coat before cooking. The steak was cooked a minute past perfect medium rare, but close enough. Still, I NEVER use Steak Sauce, but I did add some Bulliard's Steak Sauce that was on the table. Not really impressed with the steak's pre-cook seasoning. Steak Sauce: Bulliard's Steak Sauce is similar to A1 Steak Sauce, but more Smokey and less acidic. Service: Prompt, friendly, efficient, and attentive. Great! Ambiance: It's a HUGE place with many booths, tables, and seats at the bar. The Bad: their signage outside on the building is not lit, so at night, you may miss it (it's next door to a Sushi place that does have outdoor signage that is lit. Overall: I would say the experience was middle of the road. Affordable prices, plenty of food, but nothing stellar. I may visit again and try something else--and will ABSOLUTELY order the Asparagus!

This is the second time I have eaten at this restaurant. It was not busy either time I went there…read moreand I don't understand how that is so. It must be the best kept secret in Maplewood! I would give it 10 Stars if I could! The food is wonderful! I had the salmon with ravioli. I also had the fried mushroom appetizer. They were some of the best I ever had! I especially liked the wasabi/mayo dip! Way better than the usual ranch dip. The service was excellent! And the price point very reasonable. Portion sizes are perfect! I have not gone away hungry. The first time I took half my entree home to eat the next day. I told my husband about this wonderful place that I had gone to with a friend. I let my husband try my left overs the next day and even warmed up the food was wonderful. He and I went there for lunch. Again it was amazing! Overall, given the quality, price and service it is far better than many of the restaurants in the area. Why is this place not busy???? We will definitely be repeat customers!