OMG if you ever want to go back in time and enjoy a home cooked meal made from people that enjoy…read morelife, this is the spot. Stop in for lunch/ late breakfast and found this little gem. The food was amazing, super affordable and the people were so friendly. It is 3 hrs from home but I think I might have to make it back sooner than later. Can stop thinking about that place. Had the patty melt with fry's and the wife had the omelette. Sat at the front counter with all the photos of the past.

Shining Light Cafe is such a fitting name for this eatery…read more Truly home cooked food made with love and passion. You can truly feel like you are home when eating here as this place feels like your favorite aunts house on the holidays. The menu is well rounded, the food is super fresh and made in house and it is cooked to order and to taste. This is a spot I miss from this area, without a doubt a true Shining Light.

Excellent burgers & pizza - 4 stars!…read more FYI, it's called "Riley's Cannibal Junction", NOT "Riley's Fine Food & Drink". Don't judge a book by its cover. That's the first thing I have to say about this hole-in-the-wall bar & restaurant. When you find them, it feels like the middle of nowhere because there are no houses, cabins, or other businesses in sight. This is a totally casual, no-frills place with a hunting and fishing cabin type of vibe. Come as you are. Are you still wearing your hunting camo or your snowmobile suit? No problem. The burgers, pizzas, and soups are very good. The all-beef patties are the real deal. No soybean additives here. The owner makes an extra effort to get a higher grade ground beef. You can definitely taste the difference. The staff is very friendly and unpretentious. And the prices are remarkably reasonable (see photo). If you're interested in the history, they have a summary on the back of the menu and on the Facebook page. It all goes back to the 1950s and an eccentric husband & wife named Chester & Violet Guiles. The local kids started calling Chester "Cannibal Guiles". Once a week they'd go to Deer River to buy groceries in a horse drawn buckboard. One final note: I read a silly previous review accusing this place of being "disgustingly racist". I saw no evidence of racism whatsoever. In fact, there was a Native American gentleman cooking on the day I visited. I complimented him on the burgers and we had a nice chat. He's a nice dude. I don't know what kind of personal beef was going on at some point in the past, but this review is pretty bad...the worst type of ignorant, woke, race baiting & trolling with no evidence at all. Don't like 'em? Don't go there. This stupid review should really be removed or sidelined by Yelp. Anyway, enough time wasted on that topic... Stop by if you're in the area. Grab a brew and some grub. Thumbs up! -Maxx

100% wonderful service from the friendly staff at Cannibal Junction. The food was good and we…read moreenjoyed dinner out. Rustic up north ambiance.

Went with a small group of friends and this place felt like a little gem! The staff were so…read morehelpful and kind, the array of lattes were delicious and the brunch menu while small, each thing we ordered was delicious! My favorite was the California Toast!

Driving up I was very impressed with how beautiful the building was! I was just picking up dinner…read moreto go, but would love to visit again dining in the restaurant. The decor and ambiance is so inviting. The gentleman who handed me my food was very kind. I ordered the steak oscar which came with asparagus and mashed potatoes. The steak was perfect medium rare and the shrimp were perfectly cooked. I also ordered the French onion soup which wasn't the best decision, as French onion soup is best consumed right out of the oven and not to go. But the flavor was great. I'll be back next time I'm in town!

As good of food as anyplace in the area. The current ownership has clearly invested more into the…read morerestaurant than previous owners.

We pontooned over from our cabin (never boated to a restaurant before! I was visiting family) I'd…read moresay if you need to eat out while in the area, it's not only maybe your only option but it's definitely a viable option worth trying. I got a lovely whisky sour to drink, and ended up with the broasted chicken and fries. I got the side salad that had substantial dark leafy greens and variety of veggies. Hubby explained what broasted means but it tasted just like fried chicken to me. It was perfectly cooked, nicely seasoned through to the meat, and the skin had a light coating that had great crisp! Fries are the lightly battered kind as well so they were also crispy. Everyone at the table enjoyed their food, which included walleye BLT, steak bites, classic burger, deer haven burger. Service was attentive and pleasant.

Just was there a week ago and forgot to add a new review or you could call it an updated review but…read morehere it is two couples one burger one shrimp basket two prime rib great meal and it did not break the bank. The shrimp is probably the best deal on the menu however I made two meals out of my prime rib. Nothing has changed great service cozy atmosphere and a lot of people enjoying themselves. If you have not been here maybe you should take a drive and see what I know it's a great place. Just know that the prime rib and the walleye are the first weekend of the month and the last weekend of the month not an every day item

The burger was great and the guy behind the bar was just great. We enjoyed chatting with him. He…read morehad no problem with us being from the Cities.

Great service and food. Awesome customer service and food. Check this place out . Definitely sports…read morebar meets cabin life vibe . Give this place a try !!

I loved coming here! Im camping near by and decided to treat myself to dinner here! The staff…read morewelcoming and the decor gives a up north feel!

Monthly my son and I stop for lunch never again the cook finally brought out our now cold food…read more Never seen a waitress so forget about getting second beverage or pull tabs but that's ok we watched an elderly gentleman go behind the bar and retrieve pull tabs and beverages for what I assume is his buddies so no not friendly at all. I won't get into the wait just to get our tab. Would not recommend unless your in their club of buddies.

We stopped in to visit the local place and are impressed with the friendly bartender. We started…read morewith the Sidwinder Jojos. Delicious Burnt End Sausage Philly Sandwhich we had to share and couple beers. Delicious meal. Stop in if you are this way.

Outstanding steaks , good service, fun location! Rather limited open times…read more Outside of Walker , Minnesota.

Great service and delicious food; the atmosphere is relaxing and the chef is amazing. Reservations…read morerecommended. 5/5 stars

What a surprise treasure in what seems like the middle of nowhere northern Minnesota. It is,…read morehowever, just 10 miles north of the partying metropolis of Bemidji. The food was gourmet though the prices didn't reflect it. Happy hour was a special treat with two dollars off many drinks and all the appetizers. The service was fantastic. Krista was extremely attentive, kind, and personable. We were also visited several times by the manager who just wanted to check and make sure we were well taken care of. Yes, because of Krista, we were. Highly recommended. My only complaint is that there weren't many vegetarian options... actually no vegetarian options.

We went for some music and drinks, had a pub burger which was great good Happy Hour and great…read moreservice from everyone, very impressed

I went here with some family while on vacation and we thought it was great. The food was excellent…read morethe service was good. It was a bit pricier than I imagined it would be, but the portions are sizable so you definitely get what you pay for. My sister got the Turkey Club and loved it. My nephew got the black and blue burger and that thing was massive. I got the Rueben which had a lot of meat but next time I'll ask for more sauce as it did not have much. The atmosphere was wonderful. I'd definitely go back here again if I'm on vacation near by.

All things considered, 5 stars! Cool up north bar with nice taxidermy. Cabin style…read more We had a thin crust pizza.... Will definitely be back. Attentive and good service. Worth the stop!