Wow! We came with friends and had such an amazing time. The food was great, service was impeccable…read moreand the restaurant is warm and inviting. We will be back the next time we're in Santa Barbara.

Very nice atmosphere and beautiful building. The fried pickles and cheese curds were great. The…read morekids steak was cooked perfectly and my daughter couldn't get enough of it. My wife's pasta was so tasty and my walleye was excellent. Highly recommend this restaurant. Darcy was amazing!

Always busy. I like this place. They have some cool menu items. There is a wait for a table but you…read morecan self seat in the bar area. Really good servers. Nice polite and hard working. Cool bar type atmosphere with tons of beers on tap. I got the Walley deep fried which was outstanding. We also had the speedway chips were good and the steak and shrimp which did not disappoint. Steak was good and sidewinders. Shrimp were big also. They had a ton of menu options and variety.

I've eaten there 4 different times the only dish that was good was the Rib Eye. The rest not good…read moreand the Spareribs were TERRIBLE! coleslaw didn't even taste like coleslaw, and I had 2 other people try it and they agreed horrible! The waitresses three different ones and you had to wave them down each time you needed something. service sucked Will I go there again nope!

Very open and good for people who don't like super cramped bars. I've never had a bad drink here…read moreand enjoyed playing darts! The only gripe I have is recently they used AI on an ad and I just can't get behind that.

I always love coming to the Loft especially before Sioux hockey games since they offer a free bus…read moreride to the game. Plus their drinks are good prices for what you get. It's a good amount of space with games from arcade games, darts, pool, etc. plus there's lot of seating and I heard the food is decent! Overall love coming here when I visit Grand Forks!

Helix is great for small groups - make sure you make a reservation!! They fill up quick! Even if…read moreyou are a party of 2 (and the bar is full) it's best to make a reservation! They have good apps, the specials are hit/miss. We don't drink alcohol but they make an excellent Roy Rodgers. I do wish they would make more ND friendly dishes...aka not spicy...but overall we do love going out here!

Great food and great service, as always. This time they were offering a Halibut special with mango…read moresalsa, amazing!

Best spot in GF for great cocktails. A bit pricey, but so worth it for the attention to detail in…read morethe menu and service. Recently, the mojito flight was stunning and I have never had a bad drink or dessert here! Great vibes for meeting a friend for a drink during happy hour, date night, or a small family celebration.

Was staying at the Olive Van for work trip. Decided to do dinner at the hotel restaurant…read more Place is very nice although when we first walked in, we chose a bar top table and it was filthy. Took them a while to clean it to be quite honest. I just didn't feel like they were doing a good job of busing and cleaning tables when people were emptying. Our table had been bussed but not cleaned and I know it had been sitting there for at least five minutes cause I watched it. Once we got seated, again felt the service was pretty slow. Took a long time for the guy to take our drink order and he walked by the table multiple times. Then when he finally did take the drug order, took a really long time to get drinks. In general, our server was just not very efficient. This occurred throughout the entire meal and often had to ask for things multiple times. For example, when I wanted to get another beer, it took almost 10 minutes. In that time he came to the table twice and on the third time, I finally said, did you get that beer for me and he had totally forgotten evidently. That was a fourth time he had forgotten something that was ordered. When we did actually get food and drinks, the food itself was very very good. The walleye cakes were excellent. My pasta was well cooked and had great flavor. The carrot cake martini was very interesting but definitely tasted like a carrot cake. I think they just need to work on their service, a lot. The quality of the food and the quality of the restaurant deserves much better servers.

Arguably the nicest bar in Grand Forks. I came here with a few friends on a weekend night and…read moredecided to stop by here before we had continued on the rest of our night in the downtown area. This bar is part of the Sky restaurant, which is also arguably the nicest restaurant in town. To get in, you have to go in a building and up the escalator. There was a decent size group of us, but the bar was pretty busy and so we squeezed our group in the couch area. The drinks on the menu are pretty fancy, they have their own unique names, and they have a large variety of their drinks too. The drinks include things from the classics to even hot alcoholic beverages. Overall, it's a pretty decent spot and I think that if you're in Grand Forks, it's worth a stop to see what the town has to offer.

Our family was camping at nearby Larimore Dam and decided to pop into Willy's for a quick dinner…read more We were met with a warm welcome and were impressed with the food selection, daily specials, and taste/quality. We planning on having breakfast at Willy's next time!

Here's a more polished, pleasant, and balanced Google review that keeps your honest feedback while…read moreemphasizing the positives: We stopped by The Spud for brunch on a busy weekend and were glad we had made reservations, as we were seated immediately upon arrival. With a group of 10, we were tucked into a cozy little nook just off the bar area, which worked out perfectly for our gathering. One of the things I appreciated most about The Spud was the atmosphere. The restaurant has incorporated part of the historic Opera House building, and there are thoughtful nods to its past throughout the space with photos, memorabilia, and décor. Much of the building's original character has been preserved, including the exposed brick walls, wood floors, and architectural details, creating a warm, inviting, and charming environment. The restaurant is divided into two distinct areas, with a separate bar space featuring pool tables, slot machines, and additional seating. I can imagine this being a great option for overflow during busy evenings or for those looking for a more casual setting. We visited on a Sunday morning, and the restaurant was bustling. Bottomless mimosas were definitely a highlight and are a fantastic value--I would highly recommend them for brunch. Our table ordered a variety of dishes, including the Biscuits & Gravy (which were recommended by our server), the Southwest Breakfast Bowl, Chicken & Waffles, and, of course, French Toast, which is my go-to brunch order wherever I go. Overall, most of our group enjoyed their meals and left satisfied. Unfortunately, one member of our party experienced a mix-up with their order and had to wait quite a while for their Chicken & Waffles to arrive. While mistakes can happen during a busy service, it was disappointing that the dish ultimately didn't meet expectations after the extended wait. My French Toast was good, but not quite memorable. Personally, I think it would benefit from a richer bread, such as brioche, and a higher-quality maple syrup. Small touches like serving the syrup in a metal pitcher rather than a plastic container would also elevate the presentation. Despite how busy the restaurant was, our server remained friendly, attentive, and professional throughout the meal, which was appreciated. By the time we left, there was a line out the door, which speaks to the restaurant's popularity. Overall, I would certainly consider returning. The unique atmosphere, historic charm, and welcoming feel of the restaurant make it a place worth visiting. Next time, I'd be interested in exploring the lunch or dinner menu to experience another side of what The Spud has to offer.

Love the new location. Such a cool historical building in GF. Went there for the burger special…read more So yummy. Although my bread bun was too soggy. A regular bun would have been preferred. Also no straws in water please.