Stopped here for a beer on our way back to Rochester from Minneapolis in mid December! Loved all…read morethe decor and cozy holiday touches. They have a good variety of beer - I really liked the hazy IPA. They also sell some tasty snacks, we tried the dill cheese curds from a local farm and they were tasty! We will be back to check it out again soon

Took a mid-week drive down to a couple of breweries I had never visited. The first being South X…read moreSoutheast. They provide traditional styles, a great space both inside and out, and a very welcoming staff. I grabbed a flight and went outside to soak up sun and enjoy the beers. Lazy Day IPA: A Juicy New England IPA with medium citrus and medium-low bitterness. A hint of spice and a bit of sweetness from a lactose addition. Frontage Road Toasted Coconut: A Stout with toasted coconut additions - a variation on their standard Frontage Road Stout. Medium-high coconut and toasted nut flavors, low dark coffee bitterness, and hint of vanilla sweetness. Body on the lighter side which makes it possible to enjoy on a warm sunny day. Golden Coffee Ale: A Golden Ale with medium-high coffee bitterness, light black pepper, and mild nutty / floral finish. Very refreshing with strong coffee flavors in a lighter bodied beer without being astringent and my favorite of the four! Serendipity: A house made Ginger Beer sitting at 4.6% ABV. You don't see a Ginger Beer on tap very often so I had to grab it. This one had lemon and lime added, and they use it as a base for ginger beer based mixed drinks as well. This had a lighter ginger flavor with high carbonation. Would love to try it in a cocktail! ______________________

We reserved a table for 20+ for Easter. The food was mediocre to poor and seriously overpriced. It…read morewas a buffet with little imagination, variety or color- and even less flavor. The same could be said of the ambiance. On the plus side: The potatoes were good. The ham was ok, but like a pressed roll, not a true ham. The green salad was fresh and the dressings were tasty, however, I don't remember any toppings except croutons and shredded cheese. On the negative side: There was no cooked green vegetable. They were out of scrambled eggs both times I went up. The coating on the chicken was moist and unappealing. Nobody liked the potato salad. The 2 dessert selections were store-bought pies, and the cheap kind. We took a couple bites and it just wasn't worth finishing. The only decoration was the bling hanging permanently from the ceiling. The big stage was rough & unattractive & unadorned. The tables were fake wood-grained folding style with no cloths. The dishes were paper, the cutlery and glasses were plastic. There were no flowers on the tables or ANY indications of the special holiday being celebrated: Easter. We might as well have been in a high school gym. The waiters did 3 things: took our beverage orders and delivered them; removed used plates; wrote our checks and took our money. They never came to see if we needed drink refills or ask if everything was ok. It was an insult to disappoint an entire family on a special occasion and not only charge $22 per adult, but charge a 3% surcharge for using a credit card and charge extra for drinks. We actually left hungry! Our family will NOT be returning.

We had the new Broasted Chicken w mashed potatoes and gravy today. It was the best we have had in…read moreyears. The soup was sirloin vegetable, made in-house. Delicious.

The smell of the architecture alone is so inviting! It smells like old pine and memories of long…read moreago. I didn't have a chance to tour inside the home - must make a reservation at this time of year (winter). Although I look forward to coming back for a self-guided tour available June - August on Wednesdays from noon to 6. The grounds are available to the public each day and are so gorgeous! It's a wonderful nature retreat in the middle of a little city, a perfect escape to be alone with the trees and squirrels.

Pretty gardens and interesting historical building. We walked up the hill from a nearby…read moreneighborhood and walked all around the grounds. It's kind of a shame that the house is all closed up. And that the view from the top is of a dying old shopping mall. I bet the view of the river was once wonderful

I wish I could give this place 5 stars. It's a beautiful setting in a valley surrounded by high…read morebluffs. The hosts were polite and accommodating. However... they flew a Trump 2020 flag. I don't care what there political beliefs are, but IMO, a hospitality service shouldn't do something so provocative in such a divisive climate. I would have had the same issue if it was a Bernie Sanders flag. We went there to relax and get away from the tension. Instead, it's there flying high above the campground. Too bad.

From the owner: Outback Ranch Inc. offers a beautiful country wedding venue with lodging and miles of trails to…read morediscover.

I've stayed at a Staybridge Suites before in another state and it was an excellent experience so I…read morehad solid expectations before checking into this Rochester location. It did ***not*** disappoint at all. There's so much to rave about - let's start with the A+ location - you have so many conveniences within very close walking distance - Costco Aldi Cub McDonalds and 2 sit down restaurants. And there's even more food options a short walk away. Hands down one of the best things about this hotel. Upon check in, I noticed live music from the lobby and was informed there's hospitality weeknight Monday-Wednesday where a modest offering of food and entertainment is free to guests. Now is it extravagant food? Of course not. But the fact that any FREE hot food in the evening is almost unheard with other hotel chains. I think it's a tremendous offer for guests checking in around the dinner hour to have a light snack, if they choose, without having to immediately seek out dinner options. It's a really nice way to settle in first. The property is well maintained, as are the rooms. I found my king suite to be spacious with more than enough room for work and personal needs. The only feedback I have is sound between floors. I was woken up in the middle of the night by routinely loud neighbors upstairs, which was disruptive. I remedied it by turning the central fan on auto to drown out the sound. Breakfast offerings are decent and pretty standard for free breakfast. But seeing fresh blueberries was a treat and a welcome change. I also appreciated the to go boxes set out for those who needed breakfast on the go. I never see that at other hotels. I think it's the small and meaningful gestures that make Staybridge Suites a personal favorite of mine and why it's one of my hotels of choice when I travel. If I'm back in Rochester again, I'm staying here.

Good- newer hotel w good happy hour M-W and complementary breakfast…read more Bad- although close to Mayo w road work it's 30 mins in traffic. Garage gets filled up and also road parking. Service at front desk is terrible. Good in restaurant inside is limited and okay.

Our table ordered a margherita pizza, a steak and burgers. We shared and had a good time, the…read moreburgers were the best. Service is unique, you order your food and drinks at the bar and also pick up your drinks yourself. The only thing they bring is your food. We were there one other time and I feel like this has been a change. The flights have also changed, for the wine flight you used to get a small glass, maybe a 2-3 ounce pour in each, well now your wine flight comes in 1 ounce shot glasses that you have to pour into a wine glass (I surely made a mess trying to pour!). It was nice and quiet when we first got there. About 20 minutes later there were 15-20 kids (5-9 I would guess) that walked in with their fathers (mothers were already there) it got pretty loud after that.

I thought this place was great!! I ordered the bourbon flight, and let's just say, it's a winery,…read morenot Kentucky. So, keep your expectations in check. My wife ordered the Loon flight, light and tasty. Family ordered wine and flights and we ordered a bunch of food to split! It was a great time with wonderful people. Definitely out of the way, so don't get schnockered.

I had my wedding here this past spring, and I can't say enough positive things about the venue,…read moreHaylee, or the staff there. The grounds are absolutely beautiful, even before everything is in bloom. The Carriage House is so naturally pretty and had everything we needed that we didn't have to decorate much. The staff were always willing to work with us and answer questions. They seriously could not have been better. Highly, highly recommend for any event but especially for weddings.

This is a really lovely place---pretty grounds with large trees and flowering plants and a cute…read morelittle house that does have some gift items inside. I know you can rent it and host a small gathering here like weddings. I recommend taking the drive out the back road and checking it out.

We rented this space for my sister's surprise birthday party. It worked out perfectly! We fit…read moreprobably 45 people in, and it felt like a lot, but it wasn't crowded. The space is updated, and a number of people mentioned how nicely it was decorated. There is street parking all around, and a couple of lots further down the street. FYI: As with other rental spaces, there is a list of items that you can't use in the space - candles, confetti, etc . . ., but they have it all listed on the website under the FAQs, so you know upfront what you are getting into. Also, you have to clean the space when you are finished using it, not a big deal, just make sure you factor that into the rental time. If I were in need of this kind of space again, I would definitely use this space again.

This space is exactly as it says...a bonus room! It is soooo gorgeous, that's what you notice right…read moreaway. Such a modern feel, yet comfy andinviting. Very well thought outfloor plan. Places to eat, places to gather and a few places where people can kinda be off on their own. The space is small by event venue standards... but was perfect for us. We had 21 adults and 13 kids and I hadn't even noticed. The kitchen area is a great size. There is sufficient parking. The price to rent is very reasonable. The owner is great at communicating and gets right back in touch with you. I'm so very pleased!!

An absolutely stunning place for a wedding! Came here for an October wedding, and I absolutely fell…read morein love with the rustic farm vibe. The little barn houses, the field, everything was inviting and elegant, yet rustic and homey. The outdoor ceremony area was also great, with benches set up, a beautiful gate for the married couple to walk in through, etc. The staff were super atttentive and friendly. My only gripe was that they did not seem well equipped to handle super cold weather (there were some blankets) but the ceremony was super chilly and I wish the heat was turned on more in the dining area.

As a guest (part of the bridal party) at Legacy Hill Farm, I was impressed with the venue! When…read moredriving up the road, all that can be seen is a house with a small sign on the gate but we quick saw that there was a lot more waiting just over the hill. I had arrived early to get ready at the bridal suite which was in one of the little buildings. It had the restrooms inside on the first floor & the bridal suite on the second. There were only three of us bridesmaids, but even with others stopping in to see the bride, there was plenty of room to get ready. The best part was that there was a lot of natural lighting & lots of mirrors for us to use. I didn't see the grooms suite but there was a separate building for that as well! The wedding ceremony area had luscious grass with seating benches for the guests & big wooden doors for a grand entrance. It was nice for the wedding party to be able walk down & then have a pause (with doors closed) as the bride stepped up for her entrance. The reception was then held inside the big barn building just off to the side from the ceremony. The space was large with wooden tables & chairs set up for guests. Although we didn't use it, there was a firepit next to the building for use as well! Drinks & appetizers were served before the reception started at the side barn building. It was just a few feet away from the main reception. My favorite though, was the barn space that was first seen when entering the venue from the parking lot. Our friends had opted to utilize it for photos to put inside the guest book! Overall, a cute venue. Since I was a guest, I don't know any of the logistics of touring / reserving the space but my friend (the bride) did say that they're booked up pretty much every weekend!

We stopped here as part of our Harvest Host tour this weekend and had a nice stay. Nestled in the…read morehills of Iowa the winery is a very quiet and beautiful place to sit on the patio and enjoy some wine. We were warmly greeted by staff when we got here, got the camper set up and came in for some food and a tasting. They have a nice menu of appetizers, salads, flatbreads and sandwiches. We got the 3 dip combo which was salsa, buffalo chicken and a southwestern bean dip. They were all really good. We both had a wine tasting of 4 wines and ended up getting a bottle of the Lazy Days Itasca. It was a crisp white wine that was refreshing while sitting outside on the patio. The menu does have a considerable amount of sweet wines but does have a few dryer wine. They also have wine slushes on the menu that we tried that were really good.

We've been here a couple times to enjoy a lunch at their grill, sample their wines and take home…read moreseveral bottles of our favorites. So, for the wine "purists" out there, remember, these are not necessarily like nice, earthy pinots, merlots or cabernets that you pour in a big glass and enjoy with dinner. More like light, sweeter pino grigios or rieslings. We drink them mostly like sweet dessert wines (think port) in small glasses after a meal or late in the evening. If you come at them from this perspective, you won't be disappointed as you might be if you went here looking for a conventional table wine. Great location, nice facilities, enjoyable wines and pretty good food. I had the Norwegian sandwich - VERY good. It's out past the Seed Savers, so if you are looking for something to do after visiting them - this may be just the ticket. Highly recommended.