well the place ambience was horrible. bland. the server we had, Mike, was clueless. menu was ok but…read morenot anything worth the prices. food was good. walleye and fries good. not going back. 3 stars max. needs a make over. call Gordon.

Stopped into Brick and Bourbon in Stillwater and immediately knew I made the right call sitting at…read morethe bar. The exposed stone walls and that huge wall of whiskey bottles behind the bar give the place a cozy, speakeasy kind of feel. I had to try their take on an Old Fashioned, and it did not disappoint. It came loaded with a giant orange peel and topped with a couple thick strips of crispy bacon and a piece of what I'm pretty sure was a bacon-waffle garnish - such a fun, over-the-top touch that actually worked with the drink instead of feeling gimmicky. The bourbon itself was smooth with just the right amount of sweetness, and the smoky bacon on top added a savory contrast that made it way more interesting than your typical Old Fashioned. The bartender clearly knew the menu well and was happy to chat through the whiskey selection, which made the whole experience feel personal rather than rushed. Great spot if you're looking for a laid-back bar with a serious cocktail program and a little bit of playful flair. Already looking forward to going back and working through the rest of their drink menu.

Love this place and Chelsea!!!! Food is great and staff is so sweet. Love the craft cocktail list.read more

Been here a handful of times over the years and had consistent experience and service to warrant…read moremultiple returns. I would argue it's one of the better classic bar options on Main Street. Menu is pretty standard- burgers, sandwiches, fries, etc. so perfect with a nice cold beer after a day on the river!

Had dinner at The Patriots Tavern with my mom and my boyfriend, and we had such a wonderful…read moreexperience from start to finish. The servers were incredible (they make you feel so welcome and treat you like they've known you for years.) That kind of service to me makes such a difference! I ordered the salmon, and it was the best salmon; the crust was flaky. The cranberry sauce was a phenomenal touch. The salmon was cooked perfectly. It was just absolutely delicious. My mom got the beef skillet, which she loved, and my boyfriend ordered the chicken jalapeño mac & cheese. (I don't eat dairy, so I didn't try the mac & cheese myself, but it looked phenomenal) and everyone agreed their meal was a 10/10! Between the amazing food, generous portions, and genuinely friendly service, this was such a great dinner. I would absolutely come back and recommend The Patriot House to anyone looking for a place with fantastic food and people who make you feel right at home!!!!

Stopped in for lunch we had the walleye sandwich with onion rings. Fish and onion rings were crispy…read moreand made to perfection. Service was great! Waitress was very attentive and friendly. The restaurant has a New England theme. Very nice.

Ambiance, service, friendliness and especially food were all phenomenal no other notesread more

We made a stop out at Ziggys for a few drinks after walking for hours to rehydrate. I have seen…read morethis location countless times but have not stopped in. The place was alive with live music and people dancing. We sat at the bar and our bartender Ashley told us what was on the menu. We had a few beers then the pickles. The pickles were perfectly fried and had a crisp crunch on the outside and a soft inside. Ashley's shift was over, and then came Billy who was another fabulous bartender. He kept the beers coming as we enjoyed the evening.

We happened to be walking in Stillwater on a Wednesday and saw the sign for $3 burgers all day. We…read morewent in to have a snack, not knowing how filling it may be. We were definitely pleasantly surprised to see that the 1/2 lb burgers were $3 every Wednesday. It was filling and cooked well. The bun was warm. Note, that with that special everything is extra, lettuce , cheese , chips , etc And the veggie burger was not part of the Special. Which by the way was not an impossible burger but a vegetable patty with mushrooms and onions in the patty for extra flavor. It was good! That came with all the fixings and the standard kettle chips side. Brian's definitely has the casual bar and hangout atmosphere. I really enjoyed it during lunch on a weekday, when it was more quiet. Condiments and silverware/napkins were already part of the table, no need to ask for extra. Good deal if you are in the area on a Wednesday!

After walking around Stillwater, we wanted to grab a little snack. I actually remember this space…read morebeing Brine's and wonder if they sold or changed owners or what. Not sure that I would give this a high recommendation. It is seat yourself, and it took quite a while to get service. We were actually just about to get up to ask for water after being walked past several times when a server finally came over. Again, a place where the food was fine. Just for the price we paid for what we had, I would maybe make other choices. We split some sliders and garlic fries and that came to $30. For thay, we should have just gotten a regular burger and cut it in half. I'm so sad to see how much this place has changed from years gone by.

Great staff, I love the 2-4-1 drinks all day everyday and half off burgers on Monday. Great weekly…read morespecials! Bingo on Wednesday as well! I'd recommend.

Muddy Cow is our go to spot for our family when we have a large party. They are always able to…read moreaccommodate us so I've been here a lot over the years. I even won a signed sports auction item for my hubby a couple of years ago. They have a weekly auction out on by an external local company. On this particular outing, there was a host at the entrance and we had a party of 8. Sometimes there isn't one and it says to seat yourself. I told him we had 5 adults and 3 kiddos. When he sat us he only gave us the regular menus - so I had to grab my own kid menus myself at the host stand. Then he also said - you'll have to ask another table to borrow a chair - this combined table only has 7 chairs. I politely asked him if he would ask the other table as a courtesy which he did. I am gfree and they have a lot of options with a gluten free bun you can do. I usually order the BLT burger or Cali Burger. Sometimes with the gfree bun sometimes not. I always upgrade to the side salad as my side which is delish with French dressing (no croutons). The quality of the food is really really good. One of my fav burger places in the twin cities. Another cool thing about the Muddy Cow - 2 for 1 drinks so on this particular visit I ordered a Suncruiser (pink lemonade) and totally forgot I would get 2. We also love the duck machine...which is also a highlight! $1 per craw grab. Also lots of tvs to watch sports.

Great food!!! Nice place. Slow service and confusion over if there was a band in the tent…read moredistracted from an otherwise great first visit.

We were visiting family in Wisconsin and Minnesota from Indiana and drove 45 minutes just to try…read moreBig Guys BBQ Roadhouse after hearing about the bacon basket. It was absolutely worth the trip. Before the food arrived, I had the chance to chat with the owner, who shared that much of the lumber in the restaurant came from his family's farm. That small conversation told me a lot about the place. It feels authentic, welcoming, and built with care. As someone who loves BBQ, I know competition BBQ and restaurant BBQ are very different. The owner comes from a competition background, and he has clearly mastered the restaurant side. I ordered the turkey melt because turkey is one of the best tests of a smoker. No sauce needed. The smoke was spot on, the avocado balanced it perfectly, and my wife's brisket sandwich was excellent. The surprise star of the meal was the green beans. At a BBQ restaurant, that's not something I expected to say, but our entire group loved them and we're still talking about them. The seating was great for our large group, the prices were fair, and the atmosphere was lively. Most impressive of all, the servers were fantastic from start to finish. Every person in our group enjoyed every bite. We came because of the bacon basket. We'll be back because of everything else.

We really enjoyed our visit here. The environment was load…read moreand busy. The booths could use an upgrading. Ours was falling apart. The food was simply amazing. Some of the best cooked and fresh tasting g Mexican food we've had in America. Service was okay. Had a hard time getting help when we needed it or getting our check when we were ready to leave, but overall not unhappy. The food definitely made up for any pitfalls. A must try if you're looking for Mexican in the area!!

The location is great on 36 and always plenty of parking. Not my 1st time going to Acapulco. I…read morehave to admit I'm pretty picky when it comes to Mexican food. Chips & Salsa - 3/5 I ordered 2 Frontera Tacos - Camarones (shrimp) & Carnitas (pulled pork). I did love that the green sauce came on the side. I got them Traditional style. They were absolutely delish. Very impressed. 5/5 Service was great and quick. Lots of TVs and holiday decorations galore. I feel like you never or barely have a wait cause this place is Huge!

My wife and I had a $25 gift certificate and went grudgingly, expecting the worst given the past…read morereviews. But we were surprised to have had a good experience and pretty tasty food. My wife had the French Onion Soup and a side of fries and a pretty decent Perfect Martini which came with a side of chips and salsa. The soup was a bit salty so she couldn't finish it, but that would be expected with that kind of soup. Otherwise it was full of cheese so she was not disappointed. I had a Swiss Bacon Cheese Burger, which was medium rare just like I ordered it. Their burger is never frozen which made for a nicely flavored and perfectly seasoned burger. It was a quiet afternoon when we went so service was good and our waiter was pleasant and attentive. The decor was "commercial" but with imagines of local sites on the walls. Not quaint by any means, but at least it was clean. Our bill was $37 which wasn't cheap, but we didn't take advantage of the happy hour specials; the Perfect Martini was $10 alone. Our mistake, but overall, we were pleasantly surprised by our experience and would try the restaurant again without protest!

They non alcohol beer has shrunk greatly from what it had. The server said it was because they did…read morenot sell much but since they do not have it on the menu that is not a surprise. They need to add the option and include on the menu. Bonus points if they add non alcohol wine.

Oasis had a line at the door when we pulled in for breakfast so we took that as a good sign. Since…read morethere were only two of us, we were seated right away. It was pretty loud indoors due to it being packed, so we kind of wished we could have grabbed a table outside; their patio area was adorable! Our server Karey was a superstar: friendly, attentive, very knowledgeable regarding the menu options. My mom said her eggs Benedict was the best she's had in quite some time. My sausage scrambler was loaded with sausage, mushrooms, peppers, cheese and green onions and it was very filling. My only gripe was when I looked at the receipt after we left and saw it cost $7.90 for two cups of coffee. And the coffee wasn't even in the realm of good, so they either need to up their coffee game or lower the price.

Was passing through town and a friend recommended this place it's definitely worth a stop/visit!…read moreJust be patient parking can be tricky. Food: The apple French toast was delicious! It was sweet enough on its own that it honestly didn't even need maple syrup- it felt like fall! I loved the crunch from the corn flakes it added such a great texture and made the dish stand out. I'm glad they didn't used sweetened corn flakes I think it would have been too sweet. The veggie omelette was also really good and gave the meal a nice balance between sweet and savory. Everything tasted fresh and filling without feeling too heavy. Loved how crispy the hash browns were fried to perfection! Atmosphere & Service: Loved the coffee, and the service kept moving even though the restaurant was really busy. Our food came out at a good pace, and the staff handled the crowd well. The coffee refill was a must after driving from Nashville overnight. Overall: Such a cute spot with that classic diner charm. Between the apple French toast, veggie omelette, good coffee, and friendly service, this was a great breakfast. Definitely a place I'd come back to! Id love to try other menu items for sure!