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JL Beers

4.1 (117 reviews)
Open • 11:00 am - 11:00 pm
Updated 3 months ago

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Loud
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Outdoor seating
Good for groups

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Proof it's the owner that isn't infant friendly.
Alex T.

Went in with our newborn baby and sat at the back table with him on the inside set against the wall so he was over 3 feet from the bar. The waitress came and said we had to leave since they were 21+ only. We knew this already before we came but looked into North Dakota laws and found we are legally able to bring him in if he's with us, three feet from the bar, and it's before 10pm. This means it's the owner that isn't infant friendly since we were compliant with North Dakota law and liquor license. North Dakota Law 5-02-06. We were very disappointed in our treatment.

Tiny building, BIG flavor!!!
JoJo E.

Simple menu and LOTS of taps!! Freshly prepared fries and burgers on super soft buns make a yummy meal. They have tons of homemade toppings to choose from and they've created a wonderful place to enjoy delicious food with terrific beers. With all the TV's around it's a great spot to watch sports events!! It's a preferred spot for good burgers!!

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Nicolette R.

Before trying out JL Beers, I was told this is the best burger place in Grand Forks, and it didn't disappoint. The burgers were amazing! My favorite part were the buns; so buttery and soft but toasted enough that it could hold the burger together. I order the coleslaw burger but added tomatoes for $0.79 and really enjoyed it. It was juicy and the burger patty itself was seasoned well. My table also ordered the bacon jam burger which they said was good (and it looked good too)! Service was great, too! My waitress, Jessica, checked in often enough but not too much. Our drinks were refilled at appropriate times and was always there if we needed anything. The ambiance was nice too! It is definitely more bar vibes than a sit down restaurant. I didn't try any of their beers, but they seemed to be popular with the other tables so it should be worth trying if you go. One thing I would have liked to have known before going was how pricing worked. The price next to the burgers is solely for the burger. No fries or chips. Those are an extra couple of dollars as is any addition toppings or sauces you want in the burger or for dipping. Just a heads up so you don't assume incorrectly like I did. This place is definitely worth a try if you want a great burger in Grand Forks with lots of options to choose from!

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J Y.

Great "Burgers & Beers" location. I was told ahead of time the burgers were fantastic and they didn't disappoint, I had both the Cheeseburger and regular Hamburger there and both were well prepared and tasted great. Also had a flight of beers which were loaded on a wooden tray with sampling glasses. The staff was both affable and customer service oriented. Great place to hang out with friends to watch the game.

SoCal E.

So, not what I expecting. Great place to catch a beer and food. I ordered the pretzel with the sauces provided they where both good. I got the Humpty Dumpty Burger....was a really great burger! Highly recommend it. The lines seem to move quickly through the place, lots of people drinking beer and eating food here. Very long bar, and some bench seating adjacent to the bar. Beer options were plentiful and I liked how they had them classed on me u. People where friendly as well.

Classic burger, jalapeño cheddar fries, and jalapeño ranch dip.
Stacy P.

JL Beers was suggested to me by a friend who went to school at UND - he said it was the best burger he'd ever had. While I can't agree with that, the burger was pretty darn good and I love the choices of flavor on the fries and chips. Dipping sauces are a huge plus, too. And prices? Great! Got the burger, fries, and dip for under $10 (but then I blew the budget by getting a growler of one of the sour beers to go). Staff here were absolutely fantastic - they were infinitely patient with my friend, who has a severe allergy and asked a ton of questions as to how the burgers are cooked. Thanks very much to the staff for their kindness and consideration in this area!

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7 months ago

Best Burger place in the Red River Valley. Service is quick and friendly. 21+ which has its benefits and drawbacks.

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1 year ago

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Great selection of draft beers and burgers. Service was great and our food came out really fast, even with a decent amount of patrons.

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2 years ago

Great burgers and fries... please get some TVs. I would return anytime without thinking twice.

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3 years ago

Loved my first visit! Great service. Nice vibe on a chill Sunday. I'm new to town. I will be back!

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3 years ago

Great Nutter burger! You can not go wrong with any of the burgers there! Great atmosphere!

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4 years ago

A very wide selection of beers on tap and the prices were very reasonable with large portions.

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7 years ago

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4 years ago

Good food and cold beer . Friendly people to take your order . Great I recommend that you go give it a sit down .

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3 years ago

I think they have a good food and it's not too pricey maybe on some things but it's OK:)

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5 years ago

I eat here once per month. The burgers and environment are consistently good.

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5 years ago

I have never had a bad experience here! Love the food! I've tried different burgers and fry choices. I like the buff and bleu chips!

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3 years ago

A little spendy since things are all a la carte, but the food is consistently excellent.

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If your into beer they have a great selection. Food is delicious, but not super friendly for anyone with a dietary restriction.

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