We've loved this store for years. And today Paul, the amazing owner, had baked warm rosemary…read morebread!! It went well with our tomato soup, great cheeses, cherry jam and other great gifts. This store has it all for gifts or taking your cabin up north adventure up a level. Liquor store too and lots of mixing and did I say gifts and t shirts.

Stopped by for ice cream, and it didn't disappoint. Kiddo had Oreo and it was the classic cookies…read moreand cream flavor you should know and like :) I had complicated strawberry, not sure what was complicated about it because it was simply delicious pure creamy strawberry flavor. The texture was rich and creamy. MIL had a more nontraditional flavor, lavender honey which she also enjoyed. Only knock is there are no cone options, just cup. Kiddo size is rather generous though, which we all got. Glad this place is here.

Cozy little coffee shop in Crosby! Big kudos to them because it was delicious coffee and also had…read moresome very fun specialty menu items that made it hard to pick. I had the Carmel Butter Breve that had a nice butterscotch flavor to it. Some of the prices are a little high, but if their ingredients are made in house it would certainly be worth it; it was delicious none the less! The three young girls working were all very friendly and efficient as well. They had a fun white board "poll" where you could write your favorite summer memory which was a cute character of this small town energy

A Kava House company that DOES NOT SELL KAVA?!! That's like the international House of Pancakes not…read morehaving pancakes. LOCATION: Next to Victuals which I recommend you go to if you want a place that delivers more than expected. There's limited street parking. First come, first served. DECOR: Minimalistic and modernly clean and sleek. Mostly white with natural accents of wood and metals. DRINKS: NO KAVA do I want interested in else was there. FOOD: There was plenty of 90's era candy. Warheads, ring pops, pop rocks and sugar daddys. It was a blast from the past. STAFF: Kind, apologetic and youthful. EXPERIENCE: My partner has never had kava before and decides to stop in at this place. She's very excited about trying kava which she's heard so much about. So we walk inside and it's as quiet as a library. No music and no conversation as though everyone stopped talking when we walked in. We walked to the front counter and asked where the kava was on the menu. Then we were told how the kava house has no kava. If it weren't for the nostalgic candy and cute decor, I'd say 1 star. It's the only reason we even stopped in. That's literally false advertisement. The very kind and sweet staff told us that it wasn't even legal for them to sell kava because they were minors. So you work at a Kava House that doesn't sell kava because it employs minors or the kava house is a lie and doesn't even have kava? Either way, why would I come back? I can get candy and coffee at a candy or coffee shop.

Whaaaaaat a fun place! Clean and the staff were very helpful. There is so much to choose from we…read morehave to make a special trip back.....possible every year now We got some small sample packs of chocolates that didn't even make it out of town they were delicious!!! Big thanks to The Chocolate Ox. See you soon!

The Chocolate Ox in Nisswa is such a fun little stop, especially if you have kids. The shop is…read morepacked with candy, toys, Jellycat animals, and so many colorful things to look at that it almost feels like stepping into a candy wonderland. The ice cream itself was good, though the flavor selection was a bit smaller than we expected. We also wish they offered a smaller child-sized scoop since the standard scoops are pretty large at around $5 each. Still, the atmosphere was cheerful and memorable, and it's definitely the kind of place we'd visit again on a future trip to Nisswa.

Had a 16oz latte - was good - nice and smooth. My wife said the iced mocha was very good as well…read more Service was good too and it has an outdoor area to relax (indoor seating too with games and what not). The candy selection looked good too and they have sandwiches.

Ran by the awesome people who used to own Crosslake Coffee!…read more Coffee is great- I had a latte. Also tried their fancy ice cream creations. While it tasted awesome, wish they had more kinds. Also, the container it came in was kind of hard to eat out of!

When you're up north, ice cream is a must. Post dinner we were looking for a sweet treat and while…read moreexploring the grounds of grand view landed at the chocolate ox. It's a combination of candy, toy, ice cream store and we quickly made our way to the back as there were only 2 people ahead of us. By the time we ordered the line had easily 7 parties waiting but they move quickly. The options were plenty and the serving sizes were huge. 1 scoop is actually two and more than enough to share. Amongst 4 of us we got two singles (actual doubles) and a kids scoop (single) and had a hard time finishing! The service was quick as long as you knew what you wanted and they were friendly. This spot has a few tables out front for eating options but they can fill up fast. Taking it to the lakeside is always an option though! Overall a great option to end a night or have a sweet afternoon break.

First of all, they had me at chocolate! Then, they had me at ice cream. And OMG, is it good ice…read morecream!! I also got some of their chocolate. It was mighty tasty! The store was very clean, the staff were friendly, they have chocolate and ice cream. That is as close to perfection as you can get! If you are in the Brainerd Lakes area, run, do not walk to this store. You're welcome!

Wonderful place for Ice cream and /or candy, This prices are reasonable and the selection is…read moresecond to none. We will be back!

Lots of choices, creamy, delicious ice cream in a very cool shop in the Northern Pacific Railroad…read moreShops Historic District.

Stopped by for breakfast about a dozen times, great food, large servings, courteous staff.read more

You've probably driven by this restaurant a million times like me before you really noticed it. I…read morestopped in to check it out and now it's one of our favorite places to go for breakfast. It has always been a good culinary experience for me. However, I haven't tried their burgers or other sandwiches for lunch yet but I have heard from others that they are very good. It's a unique place to shops as well. "Up nort" kinda stuff. Hard to explain, so just check it out.

Parking was effortless, the ice cream was absolutely phenomenal, and the service embodied…read moreeverything you hope for from a small-town ice cream shop--warm, authentic, and remarkably cheerful, especially considering they were serving smiles on a national holiday at no extra charge (major bonus points). Sitting outside with our crew, enjoying cones and good conversation, ended up being one of the unexpected highlights of our Fourth of July weekend. 1000% recommend making the stop--you'll thank yourself later.

Love this place. And the reno!!! It's basically the unofficial headquarters of our family vacations…read moreup north. We rolled in for hot chocolates with pumps of toasted marshmallow syrup dangerously good. My brother, dad, sister‑in‑law, and best friend all ran their own caffeine experiments with coffees and teas, and every single one of them walked away impressed. They've got shelves of games and reading material that make you want to stay awhile... and we did. And then there was the ice cream situation. We went up six times in ten days. Six. They close at seven, so every night turned into a post‑dinner sprint "GO, GO, GO!" which honestly helped us get the dishes done faster. Nothing motivates a family like the threat of missing ice cream. I can't say enough about the staff; from a nut allergy to ordering one scoop of ice cream they let you pick two flavors so you can try something you've never tried before. If you haven't been here before, create a new Up North tradition tell them KT sent you ;)

Great staff and selection! Always make a stop for brats and butter, easy to find something to love.read more

Have been coming here for years, whether it's for deer processing or to grab some snack sticks and…read morecheese. Emily Meats never disappoints. The quality is always top-notch, the staff is friendly, and the homemade brats, jerky, snack sticks, and smoked meats are some of the best around. Great old-fashioned service, small-town charm, and products that keep you coming back. Highly recommend!

Chocolate lovers rejoice. The owner makes all the chocolates herself, and they are delicious…read more looking for a gift? You can customize your own box of chocolates. You will never want to buy preboxed, drugstore chocolates again. Fancy Pants is truly a jewel and you need to check them out.

Since my last visit I am impressed with the caliber of chocolates they provide. The second time…read morearound there was a lot more to pick from so I think it likely depends on when you are there the variety and availability. They had everything from barks to molded chocolate to sugar free. I had the chocolate covered potato chips which I always have a soft spot for. Can't do much better than the combination of sweet and salty. The smell I ran until last time was also gone (and I remembered it well upon arrival) which was a huge plus. I will be back for another treat next time I'm downtown.