If you're looking for a spot in Fargo that truly gets dietary needs, Brew Bird is a gem. As someone…read morewho appreciates solid gluten-free and dairy-free options (without feeling like I'm sacrificing flavor), this place absolutely delivered. The menu has several clearly marked GF/DF choices, and it's refreshing to see more than just a token salad. The fried chicken options especially stood out crispy, flavorful, and surprisingly light for being allergen-friendly. You can tell they've put thought into their ingredients rather than treating it like an afterthought. Vibes are cozy and casual with a fun local atmosphere -- perfect for a relaxed lunch or casual dinner. Service was friendly, helpful with answering ingredient questions, and didn't make dietary restrictions feel like an inconvenience (huge plus!).

The staff were nice and I loved the atmosphere. However, the food was just OK. I paid $20 (with a…read more15% tip) for three chicken strips, fries, and a drink, and it all got tossed when I got home. What I found most off putting was the tipping. You go to the front to order your meal, get your own fountain drink, and then are prompted to tip 15%, 20%, 25%, or 30%. Who thinks simply bringing food to a table is deserving of a 30% tip? Maybe some people feel that way, but it felt excessive for the level of service. Again, the staff were nice and I liked the atmosphere, but the price of subpar food combined with the tipping setup is enough to make me not want to go back.

I was in Fargo just for a day and stopped here to get breakfast before starting the next leg of my…read moreroad trip. Pulling into thr parking lot and seeing it full made me feel like I was on to something good! You walk in to a small shelf with these gargantuan cinnamon rolls on display that I'm sure double as a pillow for when you eat the first one. Pro tip, Buy TWO!!! We were greeted and seated promptly and our drinks came out quickly. Our server was by soon after to take our orders. She did an excellent job and had a warm personality I hope to see so far up north! Being from a more southern state I found it interesting to see a "taco omelette" on the menu and almost didn't order it but I had to try! It was a fun change of pace and hit the spot. It's not gonna be go to item for me but it's always cool to try new things . It was delicious and chocked full of ground beef!! I enjoyed it with a dab of sour cream. Wifey enjoyed her eggs Benny and the kiddo had a pretty epic looking waffle. For two bucks you get all the cool whipped cream and strawberry compote!! Overall an excellent experience and it's easy to see the locals love it!!

Came here while we were visiting for a gymnastics competition…read more This is a cute local spot that gets pretty busy. Service was not super excellent, but it wasn't bad either. I got the 1/2 sandwich (BLT) and a cup of chili. When it arrived it came with half a grilled cheese sandwich instead. But I ended up giving it to my daughter because she ordered the adult portion grilled cheese, but I think our server misunderstood and ordered her a kids grilled cheese which came with only one half rather than two halves. The BLT was delicious and fresh tasting. I'm a fan of chili, I like it with and without beans. So if you don't care for beans, then this chili isn't for you. It wasn't spicy, but it was filled with meat and beans. It was pretty good! Overall, this is a decent place. Price is good. Portion is good for the cost.

HIGHLY recommend Swedish meatballs! These were the best dang balls I've had in my life, truly so…read moreflavorful and perfectly cooked! Steak was very yummy and juicy and would recommend these two! Overall it's a cozy ambiance for a family dinner. Reasonably priced, large portions, and everything tasted like it's from a scratch kitchen! The espresso martini flight was a fun drink order and good idea to split with the group to taste test!

The building is very cute. I was served some cold, stale, tortilla appearing items with white…read moreflavorless butter and jam. I would have been more pleased with a mission tortilla from the grocery store. Inedible. They did not have standard sparking water which is very odd for a full bar and restaurant. The menu is not well curated. It needs definition.

The service & decor was great, but the 2 breakfast entrees that were ordered couldn't have been…read moremore different. I had the biscuits & gravy. I read a review that said the gravy is spicy, and it is, but... It's not a hot spicy but from the seasonings they use. It was just ok in my book. It's really hard to beat my grandmas. The biscuit was dry and my OM eggs were hard. Our server did remove the charge for my eggs. The pancake is HUGE! It was also light & fluffy, as were the scrambled eggs. Both were delicious. Based on this review I would certainly return.

I can only speak to a quick lunch here, but this place is often quite busy when i walk by! I had…read morethe soup/salad bar. The salad bar was 10/10 in terms of offerings. I had the lobster bisque and it was good, but not amazing in terms of overall flavor palette - just a bit bland. That said, the salad bar took the review to 5 stars due to quality and the number of offerings, not easy to pull off in a small venue! Great lunch stop!

The inside of the restaurant was clean & tidy. The food was…read moredelicious & fabulously presentable. The greeter & the waitress was very courteous & welcoming smiles. The only complaint I have is the white chairs could use cushions. The next time I do arrive there, I will avoid the white chairs as it was very uncomfortable to sit on.

Came to town to visit a college for my daughter. We stopped in here for breakfast and we did have…read morewait to be seated just since there was no one at the door and the waitress seemed to be the only front of house employee. The coffee and food though were delicious. I got the smoked trout benedict and my daughter got the tater tot breakfast. Was not expecting such large tater tots but everything had amazing flavor. The place was also bright, and very clean. I would definitely stop back in if we were ever in the area.

Best breakfast sandwich in town by far!! Make sure to get the thick cut bacon option. Comes with a…read moreside Caesar salad which is phenomenal. Home made dressing. Place is awesome!!

Tried their supper club menu for the first time and had the Mushroom Wellington. Overall wasn't a…read morefan of it, but others food at the table looked tasty.

Was here 3 years ago and left without ordering. My daughter is a vegetarian and at that time there…read morewas not much of anything for her to order off their menu. This time around was better, they had an impossible burger, a really nice sounding salad and a "bowl", plus apps. Always wish for a place with some thing special like a good black bean burger or veggie burger, but beggars cant be choosers. The bun and the topping for their burgers were very good, which makes a difference with an impossible burger. The fries were "meh", but the cauliflower hot wings were quite good (not more than once have I been to a restaurant that messes those up). Service was quite good and attentive. Drink menu had some unique options too.

When in Fargo - where do you go to eat? Doolittles always comes up first…read more We had the fried walleye fingers. I've never had walleye, so thought we'd try the app. It's a delicate, mild white fish, fried, served with lemon. It was good / could have used salt though. As an entree I had the rotisserie chicken. Tasty, but over cooked,

Food- top notch. Ambience- can't be beat. Cocktails- you'll keep them coming. Mezzaluna has long…read morebeen a favorite. So much so we had our wedding reception there. If you aren't as adventurous- try the burger. It's beyond good!

While away for work a group of us decided to go out on a weeknight to celebrate a colleague's…read morebirthday so Mezzaluna came highly recommended. Mezzaluna is located in the downtown area of Fargo. So here's the summary: Parking: There is ample free street parking, which I'm definitely not used to having in LA. Entrance & Ambiance: It was a little tricky to find the entrance. You have to walk down a long hallway to get to the restaurant. The ambiance is very lively, dimly lit, spacious. Pricing: prices were affordable and what you would expect from a nice Italian restaurant Menu selection: good selection for meat eaters and vegetarians but sadly not for vegans/non-dairy eaters Service: our servers were great! All in all, it was a nice option and the sorbet was delicious! I know it's the Midwest so I can't expect a ton of vegan options; however, it would be nice to have more than 1 option.

I finally made it to The Toasted Frog, and I must say, it is every bit as fabulous as I had…read moreimagined! Tucked away in the heart of downtown Fargo, this place has such a captivating, vintage soul. It feels established, storied, and wonderfully lived-in truly a breath of fresh air for those who appreciate a restaurant with real character. The atmosphere is a delightful challenge in the best way possible; it's vibrant, bustling, and clearly the place to be. The service was absolutely top-tier both the chef and the waiter were remarkably attentive and made me feel completely looked after. I simply had to try their legendary Fried Cheesy Pickles. They are an absolute revelation! Wrapped in Havarti and an egg roll wrap, they have this almost "fruit-like" crispness and sweetness that makes them utterly addictive. I was also quite charmed by the Toasted Frog itself it really is the best in town. Full marks across the board! It's a quintessential Fargo experience, and I am already planning my next visit. Truly a 5-star evening!

Now under new ownership, the Toasted Frog in downtown Fargo is making strides to elevate service…read morestandards and create memorable moments for guests. The culinary creativity of the chef, combined with the passion of quality and experience from the new owner are elevating the experience at this location. Don't worry, there's still plenty of fried pickles and sweet potato fries to go around - but I'd encourage you to stop in and try some new dishes too - your tastebuds will thank you!!

Both locations serve the same great food. Somewhat Americanized but still sticks close to its…read moreGerman roots. The unique sausages are always delicious. I highly recommend the spaetzle Mac and cheese with a chicken apple sausage. Add a beer from the wide selection on tap. Pröst!

Not really a friendly place got a lot of attitude when I was just trying to place an order then…read morewhen my burger came out it was undercooked. The staff could definitely use some training.