Dined from 7:30-8:30 on a Monday night. Plenty of available tables. Atmosphere was cozy and warm,…read moremusic was tastefully low. "Contemporary American" was the vibe, lights were low, lots of wood/black pipe. Staff was exceptionally attentive, including our server (terribly remiss to have forgotten her name, but she was absolutely perfect and we enjoyed sharing some conversation with her as well). Proper Smashburger (8/10). I got mine with the caramelized onions (how can one not?) and it was perfect. Great bun-to-meat ratio, bun was not overly starchy or dry. Lettuce was fresh, onions were bangin, and the garlic aioli tied it all together. Sweet vinegar pickles were a nice touch. Togarashu Fries (8/10). Fresh cut skinny fries topped with a spicy seasoning that sneaks up on you. Served w/ a yuzu miso mayo for dipping that gave it just enough tang and paired well w/ the spicy. Truffle Fries (10/10). Fresh cut skinny fries topped w/ fresh grated and some diced chives. Served w/ a garlic (?) aioli that was top notch. Absolutely fantastic side.

While visiting Stillwater, we stopped here for lunch. Upon entering I observed that it looked…read morereally clean for a bar. We were also greeted by numerous employees. All were friendly and professional. Inside they had numerous tables and a couple of booths. The bar portion also seemed to be a good size. They had a few televisions throughout. They also have a touch tunes music player. The service was fast and accurate! The menu is a la carte. My sister, daughter and I all had burgers and fries while my wife ordered chicken wings. The burgers are made to order. On mine I had added bacon, cheese and an egg. It was delicious. The fries were also good. My sister and my daughter also liked their food. My wife really enjoyed her chicken wings. She told me that they were good and spicy. She also said, "it has been a while since I have had good wings." If you are in Stillwater Minnesota or visiting, I highly recommend stopping here!

Food is always awesome. Service is exceptional, we sit at…read morethe bar every time. Very friendly and inviting.

What a classy groovy wine bar with very farm to table goodness and a wine store to hit on your way…read moreout! Always friendly and happy servers. Shared the Halibut special and a tasty watermelon salad, enhanced with a lovely Pinot Blanc. Wish I had room for dessert.

Really enjoyed the food here! The highlight was definitely the hangar steak bowl (the slaw was too…read morespicy for me, but I have a very low spice tolerance). The diner burger was cooked well, and we also really liked the fries, which were very crispy. The place itself is on the darker side and has a bit of a sports bar feel. Our server was very attentive and accommodating. I also really appreciated that they were able to split the check three ways and split dishes.

This place is so cute and cozy!…read more We ordered: Spicy Ahi Poke - Would get one every time! Such a fun tasty bite. 14 Spice Jerk caramel chicken wings - I think they change the flavors but this one tasted a bit salty and the wings were a little over cooked Jamz burger - solid burger! would get again Instead of the appetizer portions which look huge, you can get sides and for a much cheaper cost! Perfect size for 2 people. We got: Smoked salt rosemary fries - literally the best cut of French fry, cooked perfectly. No notes, amazing. Brussels - also good, perfect crispiness, didn't eat them all because even the side was pretty big!! They do not take reservations, you have to go in and get on the waitlist, then they will text you when your table is ready which was perfect! Overall experience was great! All the food we had was also so good!

Amazing pizza downtown Stillwater, right on Main Street…read more Awesome staff! Fresh made crust every day! Good drinks. We LOVED our deep dish Detroit pizza!

We came back here again for the third or fourth time. We've always had the Detroit style pizza…read morewhich is very, very good. Our friends ordered the Guy Fieri and said it was excellent. Tonight hubby and I tried the tavern style pizza for the first time and it was very disappointing. It was overdone to the point of burnt (very black). And it was fairly flavorless (I think it needs some sauce, or at least a little more sauce). The service was great, as usual. And the drinks were cold and tasty. I would recommend the Detroit style pizza all day long, but stay away from the tavern pizza in my opinion.

well the place ambience was horrible. bland. the server we had, Mike, was clueless. menu was ok but…read morenot anything worth the prices. food was good. walleye and fries good. not going back. 3 stars max. needs a make over. call Gordon.

Stopped into Brick and Bourbon in Stillwater and immediately knew I made the right call sitting at…read morethe bar. The exposed stone walls and that huge wall of whiskey bottles behind the bar give the place a cozy, speakeasy kind of feel. I had to try their take on an Old Fashioned, and it did not disappoint. It came loaded with a giant orange peel and topped with a couple thick strips of crispy bacon and a piece of what I'm pretty sure was a bacon-waffle garnish - such a fun, over-the-top touch that actually worked with the drink instead of feeling gimmicky. The bourbon itself was smooth with just the right amount of sweetness, and the smoky bacon on top added a savory contrast that made it way more interesting than your typical Old Fashioned. The bartender clearly knew the menu well and was happy to chat through the whiskey selection, which made the whole experience feel personal rather than rushed. Great spot if you're looking for a laid-back bar with a serious cocktail program and a little bit of playful flair. Already looking forward to going back and working through the rest of their drink menu.

tonight while meandering the streets of Stillwater and getting increasingly hungry, my husband and…read moreI walked into The Wild Hare. Not familiar at all we weren't sure if we were going to get healthy food as that is our primary choice of cuisine however we were delighted to find beautiful organic salads, soup, and the most wonderful mocktail I've ever had. Dion made the magical drink and took care of us and was so wonderful - Dion made us feel like we were out on a Saturday night date :-) even though it was Sunday night! Love the ambience - love the stars of First Avenue next to the Pulp Fiction pinball machine and all the retro albums on the wall. Very cool for the aging rock crowd of the 80's who wants to eat healthy. Thank you Dion!

We've been here several times, but the last three visits have been extremely disappointing due to…read morethe slow service. Most recently, we went two nights ago and sat at our table for 40 minutes without even being offered water. At that point, we decided to leave. We spoke to who I assume was the manager, and when we explained what happened, the only response we received was, "Sorry." I understand that restaurants can get busy, but for a Tuesday night, waiting 40 minutes just to get water--and experiencing this level of slow service repeatedly--is unacceptable. Unfortunately, we won't be returning.

We got seated right away, and everyone we encountered was genuinely friendly and welcoming. We also…read moremet Erika, the manager, and despite my obvious affinity for anyone with such an excellent name, she earned the praise on her own. She was warm, pleasant, and took the time to chat with us. The food was SO good. As vegetarians, we had plenty to choose from, which is always appreciated. We tried the focaccia, cheese tortellini, and margherita pizza, and everything was excellent. We even grabbed a pasta dish to go for our teenage son, who gave it his own enthusiastic seal of approval. Our only little gripe: we were excited to see the Caesar salad labeled "VEG," since a truly vegetarian Caesar is surprisingly hard to find. We double-checked with our waitress, and unfortunately the dressing does contain anchovies. Fish is, alas, still an animal. Vegetarian generally means no meat or fish, while lacto-ovo vegetarians still eat dairy and eggs. Definitely not a dealbreaker, but the menu labeling could use a small correction so fellow vegetarians don't get overly excited about their Caesar prospects. The atmosphere was cozy with dim lighting and a really comfortable feel. At one point some questionable country music came on, but the universe apparently heard our distress and the playlist miraculously switched to rock. Crisis averted. Overall, delicious food, lovely service, great atmosphere, and plenty for vegetarians. We'll absolutely be back because the bruschetta still needs ordering. Highly recommend!

Hello my fellow travelers! This fine evening in Stillwater,…read moreI decided to check out Gio's again. Let's just say they did not disappoint in their lack of service. We walked in because the sidewalk board was still out and the sign on the door stated they were open until 10:00 PM. Upon entering, the bartender acknowledged us and then simply continued cleaning. After about 5 minutes, she went to the kitchen and came back out to inform us that they were closing early and we needed to go to another establishment. This is the second time I have been turned away here. Honestly, I would not recommend a restaurant that advertises it is open and then turns paying customers away.

Beautifully rich and warm atmosphere, busy at dinner but staff was fantastically attentive and…read morepersonable. Small plates to share for the table, served individually as each dish is prepared. Veggies preceded the proteins. Caramelized Brussel Sprouts served with small bits of ham - absolutely fantastic. 10/10. Wood-fired carrots - just soft, perfectly fired and large portion. Beautiful colors. 9/10 Wood Roasted Salmon - served as "large" sushi , Qty. 3. Rich glaze, deep flavor. 8/10 Ancho Chipotle Chicken - two large pieces, one leg quarter and one large breast. Breast was a little dry but flavor all around was great. 8/10

Have you been looking for a restaurant that hits all the spots? Look no further!…read more I literally left there a few minutes ago and I wanted to make sure I reviewed right away. We had wood fired cumin carrots, cauliflower fritters, beef tips with mushrooms and the cold beets with blackberries. Literally everything we ate was perfect. Not a bad dish on our table. Highly recommend checking this spot out if you've been on the fence or just looking for a great date night spot. Ambiance is spot on. Booths are super comfortable even if you have a little extra padding. Staff was absolutely lovely as well.

Visiting from TX and came to walk in the Stillwater neighbor, the ambiance outside is amazing since…read moreit's right by the water and they had live music on a Friday night outside. The food is very much a bar food but appreciate the kids menu and a very small dog menu. The loaded nachos was great & fully loaded. The ahi tuna bowl was good but I would say the ratio of tuna and rice and sides were not proportional. The hot honey chicken wrap was truly hot but yummy. The burger was great and very much glazed in the bourbon sauce. Our server was amazing, she brought water and a bowl for our dog to have his food. All in all this is really good spot to grab food listen o some music and enjoy the view.

Huge patio with lots of seating at tables, high tops, bar seating!…read more Good music, good vibes on a nice summer day! Close to the river and other restaurants Staff are nice, food is good! Bloody Mary was good! Parking free on some street otherwise metered parking Good for groups, has inside and outside! Highly recommend to stop here for a drink on the patio, live music and fun vibes

It's always a pleasure when we walk in and Kendall is working. My kids love her and she's so sweet…read more Patriots is our go-to for nights that I have nothing planned for dinner. The kids' meals are reasonable and good portions. I like the lettuce wraps and cranberry walnut salad. And all their burgers are good. I just wish they had seasoned shoe string fries instead of the steak fries.

Had dinner at The Patriots Tavern with my mom and my boyfriend, and we had such a wonderful…read moreexperience from start to finish. The servers were incredible (they make you feel so welcome and treat you like they've known you for years.) That kind of service to me makes such a difference! I ordered the salmon, and it was the best salmon; the crust was flaky. The cranberry sauce was a phenomenal touch. The salmon was cooked perfectly. It was just absolutely delicious. My mom got the beef skillet, which she loved, and my boyfriend ordered the chicken jalapeño mac & cheese. (I don't eat dairy, so I didn't try the mac & cheese myself, but it looked phenomenal) and everyone agreed their meal was a 10/10! Between the amazing food, generous portions, and genuinely friendly service, this was such a great dinner. I would absolutely come back and recommend The Patriot House to anyone looking for a place with fantastic food and people who make you feel right at home!!!!