We had an absolutely wonderful dinner here recently. We were seated outside on the patio with our…read moredog, and able to enjoy the gorgeous sunset while we ate. The ambiance was lovely and warm with the cool evening breeze, light music in the distance and the sparkle of the sunset on the water. The overall vibe does feel a bit bourgeois but not in a bad way. You can tell they know they're very good at what they do. It seemed like most of the people here were regulars. When we first arrived there wasn't anyone at the front of house to greet us and we did have to wander around a bit before finding someone which took longer than expected and was a little awkward. It was also kind of a surprising for an establishment that is obviously sophisticated, however, once we were seated, the service was friendly, attentive and never rushed. The food was absolutely incredible. We had hoped to order the roasted onion fleishkuekle but we were advised that they were out of ingredients to prepare it. I ordered the Hasselhoffs, which were rich, comforting and packed with flavor. My mind kept telling me to eat slow and savor it, but my mouth wanted to gobble it down it was so good. It was like really elevated home cooking. My husband had the Fine Schwein, which was a braised pork dish. It was wonderfully savory and deeply flavored and was beautifully prepared and presented. He really enjoyed. We finished with a kitchen for dessert and everything we ate was outstanding. Despite the small hiccup at the start and the unavailable dish that we were hoping for, this was one of our best dining experiences in a long time. The setting the quality of the food and the overall atmosphere made for a fantastic evening for my husband and I and it is a place we would definitely return to regularly.

tl;dr the service is comically poor and the food falls flat at this riverfront neo-Nordic cocktail…read morebar Bismarck, North Dakota, was named in honor of German Chancellor Otto von Bismarck, and the population has a strong German and Scandinavian background. So, it seems fitting that one of the most popular restaurants is a German- and Scandinavian-inspired cocktail bar: the Huckleberry House. Part of the Missouri Valley Heritage Alliance's riverfront revival project, the Huckleberry made its debut on the Missouri River in 2022. (The restaurant's name is a reference to Huckleberry Finn, who rafted along the Missouri in the eponymous Mark Twain novel.) Since its opening, the restaurant has become a favorite among locals, and Head Chef Cody Monson was even named a James Beard Award semi-finalist for 2025. The Huckleberry shares a riverfront post-and-beam warehouse with the Lewis and Clark Riverboat ticketing office. The minimalistic decor feels straight out of Ikea. The HVAC is left exposed toward the peaks of the soaring ceilings. The firetruck-red garage door windows and the vibrant houseplants provide the only pops of color against the otherwise whitewashed walls and lightwood furnishings. Half-booths run the length of the restaurant, flanked on either side by trim two-seaters and larger bartop tables. Woven chairs are organized underneath expansive umbrellas on the riverside patio. Soft instrumental is barely audible above the respectful din of chatter. Sunshine through the wide windows leaves the un-air-conditioned dining room feeling uncomfortably balmy. We arrived for weekday dinner, and immediately, the service was palpably poor. The staff declined to seat us in order to "pace the kitchen." Despite the nearly empty house, we weren't seated for 45 minutes, and we were over an hour in before having the opportunity to order. At least we had ample time to thoroughly review the menu beforehand -- or so we thought. Our waitress rattled off items that the kitchen was out of, and it was nearly half the menu. No matter, we quickly adapted and asked for every plate to be brought out as it was completed. Fortunately, this was only a matter of minutes (shorter, even, than the time between being seated and our order being taken). The best dish, surprisingly, was the Hasselhoffs (an elevated take on tater tot hotdish). Although the tater tots were obviously the frozen grocery store variety, they were paired with an eyebrow-raisingly dynamic combination of rich cheese sauce and tangy sauerkraut. The Buttermilk Chicken Schnitzel was passable; the overcooked chicken was at least crispy, and tasty charred cabbage helped cover up the gummy spaetzle egg noodles. The Smorbrod (a traditional open-faced sandwich in rye) had memorable soggy bread; otherwise, the beef and blue cheese were forgettable. The mashed potatoes-esque Curried Pumpkin Knoephla (German dumplings) was heavy on the curry spices and exceedingly light on the pumpkin or knoephla. One member of our party asked if the dish actually did have pumpkin, to which our waitress tried to explain that the pumpkin was kept to a minimum because patrons don't like the flavor of it (I wondered to myself why those pumpkin-hating people would order a dish with "pumpkin" in the name in the first place). Lastly, the Peachy Keen salad was topped with sliced apple instead of peaches; however, our server inexcusably neglected to tell us about this swap until after the salad had hit the table, offering little more than a shrug ("peaches are out of season right now"). In stark contrast to our extended wait for a table, our server was quick to usher us out the door. She slapped a check onto the table before we even finished our meal (without even the cursory mention of dessert). It felt as though the staff were in a hurry to close up early, even though it was just after 8PM. The prices weren't outlandish (the appetizers were all less than $20, and our entree was less than $30), but no dish was worth the price. While the ambitious fare sounded thrilling in theory, it fell flat in practice. And service was laughably unpalatable; I needed a full debrief afterward to believe what I had just experienced. Regrettably, I'd be more likely to recommend McDonald's than the Huckleberry; at least McDonald's won't take 2 hours and $100+ to serve you food that only loosely adheres to the menu description.

When you walk in you order your meal and drinks at the counter. It didn't take long to receive our…read moreorders. As for the meal, I wish I would have taken a picture before my husband and I started devouring our meal but we were just so hungry and it looked so delicious! I had the biscuit and gravy waffle and it was the perfect savory breakfast! I loved how the actual waffle was a biscuit. It was so soft. My husband had the chicken and waffles and let's just say there wasn't even a crumb left on his plate! I can't wait to come back and try something else!

With maybe three tables full, order took 30 minutes to make, and then when it was completed, I…read morewatched my hot waffle sit on the back counter for another 10. It was served cold. Asked to heat it up and the waffle was then rubbery. Service is not good, and won't be back. It's run by teenagers who stand around in the back kitchen. My suggestion would be to serve the waffles as they're completed, rather than wait for the entire order. Just common sense.

Best place to hang out during the summer months! Beautiful views, casual & laid-back vibes. I…read morepersonally like everything I've had on the menu. My kids loved being here too, but they might be due to the treasure chest at the entrance lol! Service is a bit slow, so we had to be patient each time, but I think it's worth it!

My family has been here twice over the last year. The ambience is fun and nautical with it sitting…read morealongside the river. Both times we came here the service has been extremely slow. So bank on several hours between the wait time for a table and duration of table service. The food was decent but nothing special, typical bar food. We had the fried pickles, chicken sandwich, a classic burger and the Buffalo wrap. All were good but should not have taken near as long as they did.

Great find in Bismarck while there on business! Highly recommend if you're looking for a healthy…read moremeal at reasonable prices!

We visited on New Year's Eve. When we entered, the screens were black, but found menus laying…read morearound. We eventually found the separate menu that had smoothies on them. My husband asked what was in the non-whey protein that they added. The lady at the till basically said "I don't know, it's a new thing," and left it at that. We waited over 20 minutes for 3 smoothies and a juice. We ordered a Green Machine, chocolate smoothie, and mango smoothie. They all tasted exactly the same--just tasted like straight whey. My daughter's juice was already separated when she got it, and it was super chunky--more like a smoothie with too much water. The place gave the vibe that no one really wanted [us] to be there. I get that it was New Year's Eve, but we probably won't be back next time we're in town.

This little café is tucked away downtown just off 4th Avenue. The sidewalk art out front gives it a…read morefun and welcoming feel. We stopped in midmorning on a Saturday, and it was busy with a mix of locals and students. The counter staff was friendly and helpful. The pastry case made it tough to choose, but we went with a Pumpkin Cheesecake Cruffin, Maple Pecan Blondie, BLT Croissant, and coffee. Everything was fresh and tasty. They also sell loaves of bread and other baked goods to take home. The staff was warm and polite, and even those working behind the counter who weren't serving us took a moment to say thanks for coming in. Will definitely be visiting again.

My husband was obsessed with their pastries while we were staying in Bismarck. Excellent location…read morein the heart of downtown and a cute local shop vibe.

Okay then, drink was good. Cinnamon roll nitro and I got it…read morehalf sweet. Unfortunately I wasn't greeted, no eye contact even until I said I was there for a pick up. Drink was just thrown on the counter. I saw the employee of the month plaque and no one was listed since March .... No wonder... must not have a great work environment. Seems like a cool place to hang out though. Guess I'll pick a different coffee hang out.

A solid 3 star experience! Kind personnel, clean…read moreenvironment, easy-to-read menu. We ordered breakfast sandwiches which were a-ok -- small portion, no sauces. Nothing fancy but sufficed.

Absolutely loved the coffee and customer service was top notch. Had interactions with 3 different…read moreemployees during my first visit and can't say enough good things about this place, their coffee or their food. Definitely will be back.

These folks wrecked my Starbucks habit…read more This is an incredible local coffee drive-through. Everything they do they do with care, quality and freshness. I often order the hot Titanium latte. The breakfast sandwiches are hot and fresh and to die for. If you are rolling through and wondering where is that special coffee place... I promise you will compare everything else to Bitty Bean.

Anima Cucina is such a cute spot in Bismarck. I was greeted right away and seated promptly, and the…read moreservice throughout the meal was warm, friendly, and attentive. For a small restaurant, they also have an impressive wine selection. We started with the garlic bread, hot olives, and meatballs -- all of which were flavorful, balanced, and absolutely delicious. For entrées, our table had the breaded walleye, the Bolognese pasta, and the Porchetta. The walleye and Bolognese were outstanding, but unfortunately the Porchetta was a big letdown. The skin was chewy rather than crisp, with a thick layer of unrendered fat beneath it, and most concerning, it still had visible pig hair. I was expecting the classic combination of crackling skin, melting fat, and tender pork, but instead it was oddly undercooked on the outside, dry inside, and after biting into hair, I really lost my appetite for it. We finished with tiramisu and a torte, and both desserts were excellent -- a strong way to end the meal. Overall, Anima Cucina has a lot going for it: charming atmosphere, friendly staff, great starters, and standout entrées (other than the Porchetta). I'd happily return for the appetizers, pasta, fish, and desserts, but I'd avoid the Porchetta based on my experience.

Our most favorite place in all of Bismarck! Came here practically every morning over the summer…read morewhile we stayed here for work. Lovely staff, great vibes, lots of natural light, and excellent coffee! We miss this place!!!

A WONDERFUL dining experience in Bismarck ND! We were greeted with friendly staff, a beautiful…read morearray of vintage & contemporary Christmas fare, all in a clean & attractive store. Our server Andy was 1st rate, friendly, attentive & professional. I chose the Country Turkey dinner, the Turkey was flavorful, moist with a crispy coasting, the okra was perfectly cooked, delicious green beans have replaced the formerly greasy version, the cranberry sauce was a pleasure to the palate and the cornbread was AMAZING, moist inside with a slightly crispy crust! All washed down with flavorful coffee & crystal clear water. Looking forward to our next visit!

The food tast great. The atmosphere is amazing. The customer service is great. But the corn bred…read morewas kinds bread. But that dosne give it any lower score. In the end. This restaurant is amazing. This place earned its 5 stars

Have been here several times w friends and family. They do have gluten free menu which is nice…read more Food is good and unique Irish authentic. Good selection of beer. Nice garage door they open on nice summer evenings. Staff was decent. Atmosphere is like a pub with charm. Overall worth a shot

Right in the heart of downtown Bismarck, this spot serves up some pretty decent Irish pub grub…read morefare. It was pretty quiet when we came in (it was a weekday, mid-afternoon), but the service was prompt and friendly. I ordered one of my favorite pub dishes...the classic fish-n-chips. Turns out, their version comes with waffle fries (not traditional English chips) but their Dublin sauce used for dunking the fries really hit the spot. The two large, breaded fish filets really filled me up and the platter also came with a generous portion of creamy coleslaw. My dining partners enjoyed their meal choices as well, very glad we gave this restaurant a go!