Great prices, the staff are very sweet. They told me I could take the kids cup home if I wanted to…read morebring it back to be next day. Just a really sweet easy place to eat and drink!

Mid-September 2022, we were celebrating my sisters bachorette party in the Glenwood/Alexandria…read morearea. As our family always does, we knew we had to stop at our favorite place during bar hopping/party bus. There were 15 of us and Laurie and her staff were more than accommodating. We received our drinks and snacks in a timely manner, were greeted by name and with big smiles, and had an amazing time. As always, Laurie and staff, THANK YOU! We love this place!

My wife, 10 year old daughter and myself were looking for some good food and found this place just…read moreabout a mile and a half off 94. This place has a long bar with 3-4 large high tops(sits 6 each). They had an additional room for overflow but was not lite up at the time. Small bar. There was about 8 people there all sitting at the bar, one bar tender. As soon as we seated ourselves, we were greeted and got our drink order in and it came fast. Extremely friendly! This was very nice as we were feeling a little awkward to start. The menu was huge and it was mostly burgers with a large app selection with some specialty items like an enchilada type thing and chicken sandwiches. I got the chicken sandwich l, wife got the enchilada thing and my daughter got a plan cheeseburger and frys. The bartender was keeping g a close eye on us and we never felt a touch of neglect or slow service. I wondered how the bartender would manage our food order and the patrons. However, to my surprise she absolutely knocked it out the park and completely surprised! Our food came out quick and was absolutely perfect. I really expected my wife's enchiladas thing ( it was a quesadilla). Was the wrong thing to order, it turned out to be the best. Chicken was not dry at all. Service was perfect. We ate and got out of there and prices were great. If bringing a kid like we did, I would do it around 6 -7 as people were filing in around 7:30 for the evening drink and was time to leave with a kid. I would come back anytime!

Hot shots has delicious food, great drinks, a fun atmosphere and wonderful management!read more

Great home cooking, friendly relaxed atmosphere and service. Food tastes as though from family…read morekitcy

We needed to pick up some flour for our business from Swany White Flour, located right here in…read moreFreeport, MN--known for having the best bread flour in the area. Since my wife is five months pregnant and constantly hungry, we decided to stop by Charlie's Cafe, also in Freeport. As soon as we arrived, we were quickly seated in a booth and placed our orders. I went for the three-meat omelette, which included three eggs, hashbrowns, and toast. My wife opted for a Denver omelette, skipping the mushrooms, along with a side of French toast. It was your classic diner breakfast--thankfully, we didn't find any hair, nails, or Band-Aids in our food! The hashbrowns were a standout for me; they tasted freshly made rather than frozen. We also got regular coffee, which was just okay. The service was satisfactory--our server was around but not particularly engaging, which was alright. I can definitely see us stopping by again for lunch after this delicious breakfast!

Willy T's is way bigger and nicer inside than you'd expect from the outside. It's got that rustic,…read morewestern-country vibe that works really well for the space. We came in around 5:30 on a Friday and had no wait at all. Our server was excellent! They were very quick, attentive, and genuinely kind. Service was definitely the highlight. Food was more hit-or-miss. I had the Prime Rib Cheesesteak sandwich and it was just okay. The bread was pretty underwhelming, toppings were light, and there was barely any prime rib in there. The jalapeño cream cheese ended up being the saving grace flavor-wise. The fresh fruit on the side was disappointing too because they were tiny pieces and all kind of wilted. Overall, it's a nice place with great service and a fun interior, but the food didn't quite live up to the rest.

Lunch option offer variety and good service. Ahi tuna wrap with fruit. Great to have healthier…read moreoptions

Delightful old-school diner in downtown Alexandria. Walking in, the decor is a step back in time…read morein the most delightful way. If you're by yourself or with a friend, you can sit at this wrap around table that fills most of the room. The breakfast menu was large, but with a few modern twists. I ordered the avocado eggs hollaindaise and it was super tasty. Everything on the menu looked good. The staff was super helpful, the coffee good and plentiful. Prices - super reasonable. Highly recommend.

This is the essence of a breakfast stop. From the classic countertops to the great portions and…read morepricing - total pros. I've only had breakfast and soup of the day, so that is where rating comes from. No lies detected!

This is in the cutest, vintage old building off the main street running through downtown…read moreAlexandria. You can park in the lot in the back or park on the street. It's a little hard to spot because the sign doesn't stand out and it's tucked between buildings. You order at the counter and they will bring your food to you. I love the idea the owner has about bringing fresh locally farmed ingredients to the menu. The menu is simple and it was perfect for lunch. We tried the tomato basil soup, smoked turkey sandwich and chicken salad sandwich. Everything tasted so good! Just a heads up, they aren't huge sandwiches but it was plenty for me.

Let's describe the restaurant - a french restaurant "out of place" in Alexandria Minnesota. So they…read moreserve sandwiches at lunch and dinner as a necessary way to provide interest in the restaurant. But - they have a very interesting french style dinner menu as well. Intriguing. We were traveling and our anniversary was while we were in Alexandria. We wanted something special, and a french dinner seemed cool. But wait. They had a "chef's table" as well. Not an everyday thing, and not inexpensive, but - a chef's table in Alexandria Minnesota? We were totally there. A five course meal, wines accompanying, and it was totally delightful. We often blog our travels, and we wrote pages about this meal. Kudos to Matthew and Amber!

Stopped by for a snack and some drinks. Super thankful for…read morethe mocktail menu. Hubby enjoyed trying out some flavors with the flight: it was a laid back night, we sat and played some gams while snacking on the amazing nachos. I really liked the beer cheese. Great spot for a relaxed night.

As far as cocktails, you've gotta be mad, not to go to this place. Yes simply magnificent. Jennie…read morehas always there and always supporting a beautiful smile. She's always put together from top to bottom. I simply love her. You must try many many of the cocktails here. You don't even have to have a date. The staff is so friendly they will always sit and visit with you. Please please give this place your business.

The best wings - and so many amazing sauces. Best is the great service and all the friendly patrons…read moreyou'll encounter. Burgers are also top of our list and we often take a pizza home.

On a Monday traveling from Benson to Elbow Lake I stopped at the Hatchery in Lowry. Only place…read moreopen for lunch. Their Hen House burger was a good burger, bacon, cheese and a fried egg but the fries are knock your socks off good. Reminded me of McDonalds fries from 40 years ago. The couple next to me had their chili and that looked really good too. And they also left their credit card on the bar. The female bartender ran out the door and chased them down in the street to return it successfully. Had good vibes and will return to try more things on the menu. Cool place.