Great service!!! Great food!!! I love there breakfast…read more Very clean!! Definitely don't leave feeling hungry with there large portions

Only been a few times but each time was wonderful. The waitstaff were great and service was quick…read more Food was very good too

We stayed ai the cabins in Itasca State Park with limited amenities. On our last day we were…read morelooking for a breakfast spot. Using Yelp I saw that the Great Northern was reviewed with favor. Our experience was terrific. The cafe has a small town hometown friendliness. The wait staff were low key friendly and we felt like we were being served by our neighbors. So comfortable. The food was really good. Great value. My grandson ordered a hotdog and no one batted an eye . Great Northen is a piece of Northern Minnesota Pie

$-$$ CASH ONLY My sister and I went to this establishment…read morefor breakfast on the last day of my visit to Park Rapids, Minnesota. This is definitely a locals place for breakfast. You have to be careful if you are visiting Park Rapids, as this breakfast place is 'cash only'. The ambience was wonderful with all kinds of nostalgic memorabilia regarding the Great Northern Railway and its history. The breakfast itself was not something to write home about, and our server was so busy that she forgot my sister's orange juice, leaning towards a "understaffed" situation that was apparent. I plan to visit my sister in Park Rapids multiple times in the future, but do not plan to revisit this breakfast place.

This is a favorite stop whenever we're in Bemidji. Everything tastes homemade, but better. The hash…read morebrowns are perfectly crispy on the outside, tender and moist inside.

Food was good, very busy place, and they like to get you in and out. Still for a small town a good…read moreplace to stop.

Cute little restaurant in the heart of Bemidji. The decor was charming and inviting, though some…read moreareas felt a bit outdated and worn. Service was friendly and helpful, which we appreciated. We tried a couple of their sandwiches--the Reuben panini was flavorful and satisfying, while the Hot Corner Beef and Cheddar was just okay. Overall, a decent stop for a casual meal, but nothing that really stood out.

Coffee, food, outdoor patio and dog friendly! What more can you ask for. The patio is really nice.read more

Great view of the lake and outdoor patio seating. We ordered large double cheese burger and the…read moreItalian beef sandwich. Both were cooked perfectly. Cute ice cream stand inside the restaurant. Extensive pull tab games. All new interior. 10plus!

Beautiful view of Cass Lake and Star Island. Terrific Food, a lot of people eating, talking and…read moreenjoying themselves. Service is a bit slow on weekends, but they are running their tails off, so be patient and enjoy the good views.

This review ONLY pertains to the coffee I was served at this establishment the afternoon of…read more5/29/24. Upon entry.....the place was clean, well decorated and staffed. I was greeted friendly, immediately and asked if I would be dining. I replied, "No. Just an espresso. In fact I would like a Traditional Italian Macchiato (TIM)." (I lived in Italy for 5 months) The attendant asked if I would like a 16 or 20oz, at which point I explained to her what a TIM was. She assured me that would be no problem to guesstimake. 2 minutes later I was served the BEST TIM I've had since living in Italy in 1993! The espresso, the temperature, amounts of foam & steamed milk were all perfect! Later I called 517 to express to the (Owner I think) how amazing the Macchiato was, but instead unwittingly spoke to the barista that MADE my TIM. Needless to say, she got choked up & thanked me profusely. I told her, "Don't ever forget how to make that! You've nailed it!" So, thank you to unknown barista girl. If you knew how to make it...good on you! If it was the result of an "educated guess" (I assume) it was a stroke of divinely inspired genius! Congratulations to you and whoever sources your Espresso beans! Keep up the amazing work! I'll be back!

I have been visiting TRF frequently lately and Sunday Mornings are tough for breakfast choices! I…read morespotted the 517 Diner "OPEN" sign and dropped. I used to walk to this building over 50 years ago to get chocolate covered frozen bananas. . I was VERY impressed with the friendly greeting, great menu and a coffee shop besides. TRF NEEDED this place! Food was great and fresh bakery goods were coming out of the oven. PLEASE try them and support them. Would be great to see this place thrive there and be available for many years.

NGL, I think I ate the best omelet of my life. This place is great. Seems too cool for Fargo. I…read morewas struggling to decide what to get, so I got an omelet with onions, mushrooms, and spinach. Holy shmoly. They 100% sauteed everything before putting it in the omelet, and it made for an amazing set of flavors. Thankfully, they also didn't go for the overly fluffy eggs. It was a thinly-egged... slightly oily, savory omelet. This was just... perfect. Pretty sure I got hash browns... or home fries... or something. The omelet stole the show, so I don't remember any of that.

Great new place with owners that have been around the block (own the shy bar). Great cocktails and…read morebartenders. Did I mention $5 Martini's Mondays? I could end my review now, but I will add yummy pizza and good apps. I definitely recommend!

EAT HERE only if you want authentic homemade food and great service! Roast was fork tender and very…read morefavorable. The mashed potatoes were the real deal! And do not leave without a slice of their homemade pies with handmade pie crust! Dining room has mostly booths, a few tables and low counter with chair height padded stools. They have a large back room to accommodate large groups. Ample parking as well as parked with our pull behind camper.

Service: Waiter was nice and was efficient at her job. I waited 30 minutes for our food. 6.5/10…read more Ambiance: the restaurant has a very old-timey feel and I love it. Nothing else to say. 10/10 Food: tasted too generic. It was good, don't get me wrong, but it just felt too bland. 5.5/10 Overall: 22/30

We loved this place! The price of the food was the best you can get, $3 for a breakfast sandwich…read moreand $6 for a breakfast burrito. The service was great, we were met with a smile & the items were brought out to you. The coffee was also superb! If you are looking for a small town coffee shop, this is the place to be. Very clean and a great way to help out the community!

I visited here because I saw that the coffee shop is a haven for homeless and other needy people…read more It is welcoming and would be a great place for Bible study or just to sit and read. The Door definitely has local flair and would be great for cyclists needing caffeine, a sandwich, and a comfy chair when spinning through Laporte on the Paul Bunyan Trail.

The most friendly people on the Northland. Great food, reasonable prices for cocktails! Buck mounts…read moreare fantastic, all local monsters.

No matter how long Im gone, I appreciate coming in and seeing their familiar faces. The Walleye…read moredinner is awesome!