We haven't been here in awhile and I'm not sure why because we love it. They have a nice outdoor…read moreseating area but we took first available inside. The place was quite busy on a Thursday night. I went with the street pork tacos and a glass of milk stout. So good. Love their chips which are crispy and thin. Service was great. Parking was a bit of an adventure but with two lots next door, we found a spot. Great experience.

A great spot with something for everyone! They have a large food menu, plus brunch, and plenty of…read moredrink options. We stopped in after heading back home from a trip and they were serving brunch. I got the French toast nuggets, huge portion and delicious, and the chips and queso. I also had a really good strawberry lemonade! Everyone else also enjoyed their food and they were able to accommodate my friend's dietary restriction. We sat outside and it was a really nice patio space but there was also a lot of seating inside. Plenty of street parking and also a parking lot. I would definitely come back if I were back in this area!

So lucky to have this amazing local restaurant in downtown Lakeville. First and foremost the food…read moreis amazing. Breakfast, make sure you trade up from potatoes to get the cheesy hash browns. I could them with every meal. They're insanely good. Dinner, get the short rib or the lamb shank. Delicious. The buffalo cauliflower as an appetizer is a must do too!! Whether you sit at the bar or a booth the service and the ambiance is great. Definitely one of my favorite spots in the south metro.

Yum, yum, yum. Gosh, these guys are good…read more We went with a group of five for Sunday brunch/lunch, and everyone liked their food and drinks. My wife and I have been here many times, and there's a reason we keep coming back. That said, not everything is perfect. The food here is consistently great. I could go into more detail, but we've had so many different dishes over the years that it's hard to list them all. For my own notes, I had the Short Rib Melt this time and absolutely loved it. I wanted more! The Burrata Bruschetta was amazing too. It was way too expensive for only four small slices of toast, but it was delicious. We've also really enjoyed their French Toast in the past, along with several other menu items. The cheesy hashbrowns are usually amazing, but there were something off about ours this time. Maybe we just got a bad batch...? Their coffee drinks are also very good. A few people at our table ordered lattes and said they were much better than an average latte. They were also very large. One thing that's both good and bad is that they change and rotate their menu fairly often. On the plus side, you can visit and try something new that you may not have seen there before. On the downside, some of our favorite dishes are no longer on the menu, which can be disappointing. The same thing seems to happen with their specials and deals. They used to have a Smashburger special, one day of the week, but I don't think that's offered anymore. I also remember several other specials they used to run that are no longer available. There have been a few times when that has kept us from visiting. Their hours are also weird at times, so I strongly recommend checking the hours on their website before making plans. They may not be open when you expect them to be. For example, we've wanted to go there for dinner several times on a Monday or Tuesday, but they aren't open. Kitchen closes early several other days. It was extremely busy when we arrived around 10:50 to 11:00 a.m. on a Sunday. We were honestly surprised by how packed it was, and there was a wait for a table. Just an FYI if you're planning to visit during a busy brunch time. Also, in case the owner is reading this, using AI-generated images on your website and inside the restaurant is a massive turnoff. I don't want to see AI-generated artwork on a restaurant's website or hanging inside the restaurant itself. That is an easy star deduction for me. The design and style of the restaurant are really nice. It has more of an open concept setup, so it can get a little loud, but for some reason it never seems to get as loud as you might expect. If you go during a slower time, it can be very relaxing. Overall, I really like the look and feel of the restaurant. I feel like I say this in 95% of my Yelp reviews at this point, but I'm going to keep saying it. The prices aren't great, especially compared with the portion sizes. I won't spend too much time on this, but if you're looking for a budget-friendly restaurant, this probably isn't the place. The service was mostly great. They were clearly very busy, but our waiter never refilled my water, and he didn't come back often enough for me to ask. He also didn't know what soups they had for the day, and instead of offering to go check, he just said he "didn't know" and my friend ordered something else for their side. Not a huge deal, but maybe a coachable moment. Since the restaurant was so packed, it also took quite a while to get our food and drinks. That was understandable considering how busy they were, but it's worth knowing if you're in a hurry. Overall, we really love The Better Half. The food is great, the coffee drinks are better than average, the restaurant has a nice and relaxing atmosphere, the staff is friendly, and there's usually something new to try. The higher prices, weird hours, rotating menu, discontinued specials, AI-generated artwork, and occasional slow service keep it from being perfect, but the great food and overall experience will keep us coming back, just not as often as some other places.

FANTASTIC food, drinks, service, patio area, and ambiance!…read more I'm from Arizona and visit my in-laws in central MN 1-2x per year. However, this trip we had a wedding southeast of "the cities" where wife and our two kids loved that menu online and decided to check it out on our way to the wedding the next day. Honestly, this has been my fav restaurant in all of Minnesota. Ribeye, walleye, pretzel, and drinks were perfect! Unfortunately, I likely won't be in the area ever again to revisit it; however, we liked it so much I had to post a positive review. Cheers from AZ.

Oh boy...where to start? I guess I will start with the pros…read more First, I always like to mention what day and time I visited a restaurant. I decided to get takeout for lunch on a Monday afternoon. I have been on a kick lately trying Nashville Hot Chicken Sandwiches, or in Barley and Vine's case, the Tennessee Hot Chicken Sandwich. That was the main reason I wanted to stop by for lunch. I placed a to-go order, but we have also dined inside several times before. Starting with the positives, the staff is always very friendly and welcoming. There is really no issue there. The staff is fantastic. The overall vibe and ambiance of the restaurant are incredibly nice as well. It leans toward a fancier, higher-end, upscale atmosphere. I honestly think that may be part of the reason several reviews are so positive and why people may perceive the food as being higher quality or better tasting. We have also had brunch here more than once. We are generally not brunch people, but we have really enjoyed the brunch items we have ordered in the past. I am hoping we can come back for brunch again, and maybe I can eventually write an updated review with a higher rating. So why only 3/5 stars? My most recent to-go visit left me incredibly disappointed. To start, the Tennessee "Hot" Chicken Sandwich is not hot at all. "Hot" is absolutely not the correct word to use. It should probably just be called a Tennessee Chicken Sandwich, and honestly, even using "Tennessee" or "Nashville" does not seem accurate. This seemed like a basic Fried Chicken Sandwich made from a frozen chicken filet with far more breading than actual chicken. It is not the most pleasant photo to look at, but I attached a picture of the partially eaten sandwich to this review. You can clearly see how little chicken meat there actually was. They put white BBQ sauce on the sandwich, but I do not really have anything particularly good or bad to say about it. It was just kind of there. It did not improve the sandwich, but it did not necessarily make it worse either. The fries were also just fine. They seemed to be lacking flavor and may have been slightly burnt. Speaking of overcooked, the chicken sandwich also tasted overcooked. Overall, the sandwich and fries were simply not very good. I would never order the sandwich again, and I would probably substitute the fries for a different side in the future. Another issue is the repeated delay with to-go orders. I have ordered takeout from Barley and Vine maybe three or four times, and every single time the order has been late. I usually arrive only one or two minutes before the scheduled pickup time. Sometimes I even wait in the parking lot because I do not want to arrive too early. Every single time, the order is not ready at the scheduled time. This time, I only had to wait about six minutes past the pickup time. However, during my previous to-go experience a few weeks earlier, I waited more than 15 minutes past the scheduled pickup time. This has also happened during other visits. Finally, everything usually comes down to whether the meal is worth the price. I paid $17.77 for the Tennessee Hot Chicken Sandwich with fries. That included a 48 cent credit card surcharge. They add a 3% surcharge to all credit card payments, which automatically leaves a bad taste in my mouth at any restaurant. It's not something they have to do, to support higher wages or whatever they want to tell you. It's something they CHOOSE to do. Other restaurants don't do, or they simply increase their menu prices 3%. Which I would rather have than yet another fee in this world. Regardless, the meal was simply not worth the price. The sandwich was not flavorful, was not spicy, did not contain enough chicken, and tasted overcooked. The fries also seemed overcooked and lacked flavor. It was not a good value. You could drive a little farther down the road to Dave's Hot Chicken and get a more flavorful meal, a larger portion, and a lower price. This review feels harsh, but I am hoping it comes across as constructive criticism if management happens to read it. Overall, I cannot recommend ordering takeout from Barley and Vine. I cannot recommend the Tennessee Hot Chicken Sandwich, and I do not particularly recommend the fries either. They were not absolutely terrible, but they were not great. I am still hoping to visit Barley and Vine again. I will likely avoid ordering takeout because it has consistently been a poor experience. However, I hope we have a better experience the next time we dine inside, and I will definitely be ordering something else.

I just wrote a review earlier this week, but I feel the need to follow up. So I went back and got…read morethe same Farmers Skillet to-go. It was still amazing! I still recommend getting it over hashbrowns, over-easy eggs, but this time I did hollandaise sauce and that was actually pretty good. I need to make a correction for my previous review because I feel bad. Buckboard does not charge a credit card processing fee. For some reason, I thought that I was charged one earlier in the week. So why is this still four stars? Well...this time the service/staff was less than ideal. When I called to place my order on the phone, the lady sounded very annoyed. Like the entire time I was placing my order - I felt uncomfortable and like I shouldn't be calling. When I got inside the restaurant to pick up my order, I'm 99% sure it was the same lady that took my phone order. She again seemed very annoyed and I felt very uncomfortable for being there. Like I had done something wrong. This time I also wasn't offered any jellies or hot sauce. I didn't feel like I should just ask because...I don't know, maybe those aren't supposed to be given out for free and it was just a nice thing the staff did for me earlier in the week? But I really missed having some strawberry jam with my toast. One thing I love about the toast when you get it to-go, they wrap it in a separately to keep it from getting soggy. I really liked this. Overall, I'm really sorry I made a mistake in my previous review about the credit card processing fee. I wish the service would've been better this time and from other reviews, it seems like it's definitely mixed. I still recommend giving Buckboard a shot, but don't go into a thinking it's going to be the best restaurant in the world. I really appreciate that ownership is looking at reviews!

It was amazing they were very vary nice and were very helpful and friendly and the best French…read moretoast I have ever had and the pancakes were very good

Ambiance 4.5 no light to read the tiny menu! Service 3.5…read morejust OK, nothing special, guy with Suspenders Food 2.5 Tops a gift # Drinks 3.5 OK Average Fry Cook food The kitchen is in the Store selling fries, fried chicken, to go etc! $245.00 for a party of 4 $40.00!Tip I'm not saying don't go there but , I'll only say the Marketing is FAR BETTER THAN THE PRODUCT! It's a not recommended experience unless you're looking for average food at exorbitant prices!

Well hello, Minnesotans are nice. So, let's be nice. Yelp will agree, especially in a new business,…read moreeven more so, a mom and pop style family business needs us. Here's comes the one... A lady just inside the door greeted me before I checked out. When I complimented her on the refreshing change at this location, Here's comes the two... She shared with me how really hard her family worked to make this new location nice. Come on, Farmers Grandson made the local news, plus a National Retailer Review(?) Oh Lord, here's to the three... "Hey, do you wanna clean my table?" That guy just spoke to is running around, keeping the place clean and opening the door for people as they walk in. . He liked my offer. Replied, "that's what I'm talking about." and to the four... Where is the bar(Grandpa's Cellar)? It is hidden, good idea! Oh my, good Lord, keep the complainers out. Gasoline and Groceries, the list goes on and on. We gonna do this thing again. It's all here. Nobody working here was bragging. In this family business everybody was at work. Your date wants a fun visit to a local place. Okay, lots and lots nice looking two, three to four coming in the door. Everybody here. Enjoy... Food great-service phenomenal. Come see...

Been here several times. The pulled pork egg rolls are amazing! Fast and friendly service every…read moretime!

Great sports bar option in what used to be the old bowling alley in downtown Lakeville. What makes…read moreit a great sports bar? A huge outdoor patio for when the weather is nice and a big inside with plenty of seating so you don't have to fight over a table when it's busy, which game day always is. They have a good selection of sandwiches and other bar bites and plenty of drink optikns. We enjoyed the ones that we tried. To highlight, the Dill Pickle Dip was out of this world good. Basically a pickle roll in dip form and oh so good. Not sold on just that dip? You can get a platter with salsa and other options too. Great item to munch on while drinking beer and watching sports. Definitely on my list when the guys and I are looking for a place to crash and watch the Vikings or Goofers.

Came here with a few friends on a Thursday evening and had a wonderful experience. We ordered 2…read moreapps to share, drinks and an entree. We were seated right away upon arrival and service was good and we were well taken care of the whole time. Starting from apps, we ordered the duck bacon wontons, and the brisket poutine. The duck bacon wontons were almost empanada size and were truly tasty. The pomegranate sriracha dipping sauce was the icing on the cake here as it was so sweet and rich and flavorful. The brisket poutine was pretty solid as well. There were definitely some beautiful cheese pulls involved when pullling apart the fry's. I wouldn't have minded a little more gravy, but still this dish was still pretty good. For my beverage I had the You're my boy blue beverage which is a bourbon, agave, blueberry and lemonade drink. It was tasty and the blueberry really stood out. Lastly, for the entree I had the anytime monte which is their take on a Monte Cristo sandwich. I love this thing wit a passion. Delicious French toast bread with fried ham and bacon and cheese inside. I then slathered it in the jalapeño strawberry jam which makes this sandwich complete. I asked for the sandwich with Fries and let me tell you, they know what they're doing with potatoes. Unbelievably crispy, double battered double fried fry's. So good! I think that this restaurant has wonderful staff, wonderful food, and the one thing it's maybe missing is the interior design is a bit dreary. It's just red everywhere, lots of windows and pretty plain furniture. I think if they can add some flare to the design it would really elevate the dining experience. Still, I was very happy with my time here hence a 5/5

Food was good! Duck wontons felt expensive for what they were, yet still tasty. The mac and cheese…read morewith brisket overall lacked flavor, and the meat was questionable. However, the burger was amazing and was cooked the right way, and the waiter was great.

Nachos with brisket, yes please! Interesting way to eat them, but I went with it. It was like…read moreMexican meets American in a fight. We had nachos with traditional toppings and then had to add hot and spicy sauce for the brisket portion, so nachos that were bbq'd. can't make that crap up. Good selection of beers and they have golf simulators. It's a win win. Where else can you buy buckets of pull tabs? Our table seen $50 and won $200, we were happy and dinner was paid. Hubby loved the haddock bites and we know I had nachos! Easy parking, good customer service and entertainment all around with games for the little ones and pull tabs and golf for the older crowd!

Interesting place here that is clearly a sports bar/ entertainment center. Several TVs line the…read moremain room and in the back were various games and a golf simulator. Our food was very good and for BBQ it was priced decently. The only knock tonight was it took about a half hour to finally get someone to get me the check. We sat quite awhile as several employees walked past without a glance. However I'll be back, we'll call that lapse a glitch in the matrix.