Stopped at Janna's Market Grill this morning after an interview and honestly it was such a cute…read morelittle surprise. The guy who rang up my order was super friendly and kind. He asked if I was from Faribault and when I mentioned I was there for an interview he was really encouraging which actually meant a lot. The place itself has such a cozy small-town feel. It wasn't busy yet since I got there around 9 a.m. so it was nice and peaceful. The decor is adorable and they also have a fun little grab-and-go/shop area with things like soaps, kids items, snacks, and random cute finds to browse while waiting. Food was hot, good, and affordable too. I got the Chicken Fried Steak and a Monte Cristo sandwich. Then of course I somehow left with a slice of cake AND another meal because one of the workers pointed at it and said it was really good. Zero regrets honestly. Definitely the kind of place that just feels welcoming the second you walk in.

My mom suggested we go to Janna's for a late breakfast. What a nice all around dining experience. I…read moreordered the Patty Melt and others ordered the classic breakfast, biscuits and gravy, and cinnamon roll. All the food was delivered perfectly and was delicious. The Texas toast on my Patty Melt was excellent with great sauce as well. Coffee was reasonably priced at $2.5 per cup and was extra hot with various choices of cream and flavored cream. Bonus, they offer free refill on coffee! You go Janna! Thanks for being tasty and customer friendly. I recommend you give Janna's Market Grill a try for breakfast, brunch, lunch, or to go order.

I've enjoyed food at this location since its days as The Cheese Cave (see my very first yelp…read morereview.) Well, now it is occupied by El Jefe, which began as a food truck and upgrade to restaurant a few years back. Where The Cheese Cave offered contemporary pizza and grilled cheese recipes (ingredients sourced from the titular local Faribault Cheese Caves), El Jefe connects Faribault diners to the traditional cuisine of a Mexican taqueria!!! I have been here an upwards of 10 times over the past two years and always leave satisfied and smiling. Ambiance is very basic, but the food and staff make up for it. My recommendation: stick with the tacos (traditional, classic) or indulge in their fabulous cheese nachos (probably not authentic, but what a treat). Taco ordering walkthrough: 1. How many tacos (3 is filling for me but can eat much more...) 2. Choose meat. I recommend the Al Pastor. All are good though (tripitas is cow stomach lining, but it's good if you're ok with it). 3. They'll ask if you want toppings (raw onion, cilantro and fresh lime). Say "yes." 4. Don't forget to ask for a Jarritos or a Mexican Coke! (I may get sparkling water, which is healthy and refreshing...) 5. Select sauces (multiple). Less spicy to the left. The green salsa is very accessible - not too spicy, quite tangy. 6. Seat yourself Eating at El Jefe is to enjoy very warming, comforting food. And experimenting with different salsas will be enough to please any foodie. This is top two restaurants in Faribault for sure. Taco aficionados ... will probably be relieved to find a good taco fix in the area! But nothing next-level e.g: no regional specialties, not much beyond the standard beef-pork-chicken meats, not a lot of topping variety (no radishes, pineapple); I don't think the tortillas are made fresh (but they are warm and fragrant of course). These are all the sorts of things that might make a 9/10 taco joint a 10/10. El Jefe isn't best tacos of your life or anything, but they are great tacos and one of the best Faribault restaurants.

We almost walked out because all the seats appeared to be taken, but there are additional tables…read moreand counter space toward the back. I'm so glad that we stayed. We came on a cool Saturday evening, and their menudo and pozole hit the spot. The first bite of the pozole won me over. The pork was melt-in-your-mouth tender, and the broth was subtly spicy. The menudo was also good, oilier and spicier. Next to the cash register was a self-serve salsa bar that lent a warm, hospitable vibe to the place. In addition to salsa, it had fresh lettuce, onions, cilantro, and cucumbers. A real plus for those of us who want vegetables! The soups, available only on weekends, come with crisp tostadas heaped with fresh lettuce, tomato, and cheese (cotija, I think). The tostadas were quite filling, and we ended up taking some of the soup home. The staff were friendly and helpful. El Jefe opens up into a commercial space including a bathroom shared by other businesses. The bathrooms were well marked and very clean. El Jefe had everything I wanted for a warm and healthy evening meal. I'll definitely be back.

LOVE this Coffee shop in Owatonna Mn.. Always a smile.. so many drinks n food to choose from. This…read moremonth's drink..Blueberry Lavender Latte w Chicolate Croissant Mmmm. The Ambiance of the place is truley like walking in and feeling at home.

Cute place that was busy on a Friday for lunch. Managed to snag a table during a lull. Ordered the…read moreveggie sandwich and it was yummy, but wasn't a huge fan of the spread they put on it. I don't like dill, so was a little disappointed that the spread was dill flavored. Maybe I missed that on the menu... Also ordered their iced tea which was yummy. Prices here are great!!! Staff were so kind.

The very best berry coffee cake I've had in ages or possibly ever! I was in line waiting my turn,…read morelusting after what appeared to be the ideal coffee cake (typically) calling my name from the pastry case. Imagine my horror when the last piece was unjustly removed from the rack! Damn you pastry gods!! I sullenly advanced to place my order and timidly asked, " is there anymore coffee cake?" To my immediate and immense relief, an entire tray of steaming hot coffee cake -- directly from the oven -- was placed onto the rack, its intoxicating aroma wafting luxuriously across the counter like a warm blanket on a snowy day. Oh, and their coffee, chai and matcha are excellent.

Nice little shop for a coffee at a very reasonable place…read more They also seem to have a nice selection of seasonal drinks and lattes. Also so food and pastries but I didn't try any of those items. The coffee was Peace Coffee so can't go wrong there. It's a small place so not too much in the way of seating so more of a grab and go kind of place.

Good ice cream and liked both styles of ice cream they serve. More options and less of a wait! It's…read morea win! Loved the pup cups for our furry friends too

I love this place - they have so many good options - my favorite is the flavor bursts! The service…read morewas great as they were very patient with us ordering for four. And it's a fun atmosphere with outside seating to enjoy your ice cream :)

Looked for an open butcher shop in central Minnesota on a Sunday and Grandpa's was open! Small shop…read morebut prior info said try the tri tips and we did! Worth the stop. Bring a few of these home with you. We also enjoyed cheese curds and jerky.

Drove down to Grandpa's, opened the door to enter, and then promptly turned around and left. The…read morecashier and customers were not wearing masks, and the space is quite small. The extent of their COVID precautions is a plastic shield at the counter. I did not make a scene in the store, but I did call when I got home. I expressed my concerns politely and asked if the lack of masks was an anomaly or regular practice. He said that they have a plastic shield and a sign on the door to comply with the law, but customers can come and go as they please (with or without masks). I told him that the pandemic is real and unless they enforce mask-wearing, I will not come back. He said, "Fine!" and hung up on me. It is a bummer because they have delicious tri-tip roasts.

We were camping at Rice Lake and needed to get away from the bugs so we stopped by Mineral Springs…read moreBrewery because it had great reviews. Unfortunately we passed the entrance because of the construction, but it was a quick turn to get to the parking lot. This spot is clearly loved by the community. We saw a wide variety of clientele and after seeing the menu it makes sense - they have something for just about everyone! We sat to the side near the entrance, but the patio looked gorgeous. They had a food truck serving lobster, which seems to be a common occurrence based on the schedule on the menu board. I sampled a few sours/seltzers and went with the Strawberry Slush while my husband chose the Pilsner. It was sweet and refreshing! We also appreciated the pricing. I think we paid $12 for the two, which is what we've paid for a single drink back home. Relaxing atmosphere, good drinks, and cost conscious - what more could we have asked for? If we're in Owatonna again, we'll be sure to stop by.

Stopped in last Thursday and was pleasantly greeted by friendly beertender Eric. He was patient &…read morehelpful as poured us some tasters so we could find what we wanted a pint of on a too warm fall day. Everything we sampled was delicious. I opted for a Lemond Lime. Thanks Mineral Springs for a delicious beer poured by a delightful fellow in such a comfy & welcoming tap room.

Stopped in yesterday, Saturday, for one, making this my 386th brewery visit. A little intriguing…read moreand hopeful of maybe a little sweet I opted for a taste of Creme Brulee Coffee Cream Ale. It wasn't what I was hoping for I opted for a pour of Black Robe Stout, that his the palate mark I was hoping for. Cute bright little tap room w a small parking lot. It was easy to spot from State St/13. For 2:00ish on a Saturday there was a good crowd of people but easy to find a seat. I was surprised when I asked the owner how long he'd been around and he responded w ten years. I had no idea it'd been that long that I'd: been meaning to pop in. Cheers Ward House.

If you have the Hop Passport, go elsewhere. They won't honor it, even though they are in it and it…read moreis what brought us in. Recommended Half Pint instead.