Always in search of a nice speakeasy experience, we came across Anoka Hardware Store while in…read moreMinneapolis before heading off to visit friends. It was a bit of a trek through rush-hour traffic from our hotel but so completely worth the trip. Discretely located through a door marked only by a red light above it we were warmly greeted by gentleman behind the hardware counter. We were prepared to answer with the password to let us in but for some reason it wasn't asked. No big deal. You are then sent through a door into the beautifully dimly-lit space of the speakeasy. There is plenty of seating, with small tables and some booths. We were shown to our table and greeted by one of the great, friendly hostesses. Drinks are ordered directly at the bar with one of the attendants. You immediately pay for your order which will then be brought to your table. Different but really a nice idea. The music was also nicely unique, with a mix of oldies from the 50's and 60's. An old black and white James Cagney movie played silently on one wall. In terms of the cocktails I have to say these are some of the most delicious and finely crafted drinks I've enjoyed. I began with the Start Your Engine, a delicious gin-based drink. My wife had an absolutely fantastic smoked Old Fashioned, smoked in a large box for a minute or two. Wow! Probably the best we've ever tasted. My second drink was another gin cocktail, the Last Word, which I'd been wanting to try for some time. A fine gin supported by green Chartreuse and lime, this was simply sublime. Highly recommended. The bar and menu is quite varied and extensive, so you're sure to find something to your liking. The space has a great vibe and mellow ambiance. Sufficiently dark, cozy and very nicely and eclectically decorated. Service was outstanding and informative. Reservations are recommended. Like many such places you are "limited" to 90-minute timeframes, which sometimes seems like not enough but ultimately works quite well. The quality of the cocktails, space and service all make for a really enjoyable time. Well worth many visits.

This place is a hidden gem... literally. You go in a side door and the entryway just has a counter…read morewith a really old cash register, which I am guessing is the old checkout counter for the hardware store that used to be there. The guy that greets you asks for the password (yes they actually have a secret password!) then he takes you through a metal door into the bar. Love the decor and ambiance. Lots of nooks and places to sit where you are not smashed right up against another table. The food is really just snacks which is fine since this is more of a go there after dinner kind of place. The cocktail menu is extensive, almost overwhelmingly so. I typically go with my gut when it comes to cocktails but because of so many options I asked one of the cocktail servers for a recommendation and was not happy with the result. I honestly think since she was so young, she probably doesn't have much experience drinking craft cocktails yet so I can only blame myself. I did try my friends' drinks and they chose wisely. I am definitely looking forward to going back and trying something else.

My family is a regular here. Where else can you get free cookies at the end of your meal? Margie's…read moreis a perfect mix of American and Latin cuisine. The yucca fries with a flight of dipping sauces is my absolute favorite. Plus, live music every Thursday. The service here is always customer focused, and they are passionate about every moment. Must visit.

Early dinner reservation. Seated right away. Mildly noisy in restaurant and bar area but. It…read moreannoying. Great server, don't have her name but she was very good. Started with beverages and ordered an appetizer, the Burrata Crostini which was exceptional!! I had the Manhattan and my wife had the Old Fashioned and both were very nicely done. My wife ordered the chicken parmigiana which was very good and a huge portion. I ordered the Compart Duroc Pork Chop which was prepared perfectly medium rare with a side of asparagus and garlic mashed potatoes. Mmmm good. Creme brulee and one other dessert which were both very nicely prepared and very good! We will be back here again for dinner as well as beverages and apps.

Monday fun day. Happy hour with a twist. Every cocktail or beer during that time you get a…read moreticket. If they call your ticket you get YOUR DRINK GOR ONLY A DOLLAR FOR THE REST OFVTHE WEEK. Not to mention the weekly specials listed above the bar. Yummmmm

Nice atmosphere, friendly people there. Good service. Super good wrap and burgers. They have a…read morebreakfast menu on Sundays only starting at 8:30am till 11:30am. Excellent breakfast and cheap, 11.00-14.00 range. Can't beat it.

Great atmosphere. Great service. Prices a little high but the experience made it worth it.read more

The drinks were the same cost as drinks at another local speakeasy but were very low quality…read more Ambiance in the main room was ok but too bright for a "speakeasy" vibe and they kept trying to seat people including us in a back room that had no real speakeasy feel to it. Drink service was slow, we ordered a chicken strip basket and it came out BEFORE the drinks. To sum it up... just don't bother. We left and went to Billy's.

Tipsy is by far the best restaurant in Elk River! I've been going here for years, and I have never…read morebeen disappointed. Tipsy sauce is the perfect addition to fries, salads, or a sandwich. And the chicken wild rice soup is even better than homemade!! I met the owner, Laura, tonight. She is darling, and I understand why the place is so successful. She doesn't cut corners, makes everything from scratch, and loves what she does! Her kindness and enthusiasm is reflected in her staff. I have always been treated with respect and friendliness. I promise you won't be disappointed in the food, atmosphere or the service! P.S. Laura even shared one of their secrets to success! I tell you, Tipsy is a must visit!!

Just visited Typsy on Main again. The food was good. I ordered my go-to item - the Dirty Bird…read more It is a good sandwich. But for the third time in a row - spread over a decent period of time - fruit flies again! This really isn't acceptable. And our waiter was horrible. He went AWOL! ... He just showed up. He brought out our check - he charged me $33 for a $9 glass of wine.

Jackie and staff are so welcoming. But the food???? GET IN MY BELLY!…read moreSundays with karaoke outside, food, drinks, locals and friends, is the best way to end a week. See you Sunday.

2026 Dive Bar 3 of 40…read more Just off Main Street, you will find this corner bar not far from the river. Upon entering, you will notice a small bar with an adequately stocked bar, featuring about 8 taps and a number of canned and bottled beers for your liking. There are plenty of high-top tables and booths to accommodate a decent crowd. MaGillycuddy's Bar is one of those places that instantly makes you want to settle in and stay awhile. The atmosphere strikes that perfect balance between cozy and relaxed, thanks in no small part to the awesome tin ceiling-- it kind of gives this place a vintage charm you don't see often. The crowd is just what one would expect, just regular folks enjoying a libation and watching the Wild game. And they have pulltabs!! We settled in on a high-top table and ordered beers and our lunch. The Nashville Hot Shrimp is a must-try. just the right amount of heat, and packed with flavor. The Guinness cheeseburger is an open-faced burger topped with fries, Guinness cheese sauce, and, of course, bacon. That was a bit messy, and was enjoyable, but there are some other items I will want to try before going back to that entree. Between the solid food offerings, the friendly vibe, and the cool interior, MaGillycuddy's has all the makings of a local favorite. If you're anywhere near Aonka, do yourself a favor and stop in--you won't regret it.

It's a good variety of beers, split between out of state and local, and not all IPAs. There are…read morecocktails and wine on tap for grown ups, but also mocktails on there so kids can feel like they joined in the fun! Pizza is of course a perfect pairing to beer, and you can get ice cream to do a float with root beer or a sweet imperial stout (seriously, get it, so good). Ok, so why three stars? First, OMG sugar. The pizza sauce is sweet, and then they put honey on everything. I get it, bee themed, commit to the bit, but that did not go well with beer. Second, you're serving yourself, ordering at the counter, busing your own table... but unless you alter it, it's a 20% automatic tip on everything. I'm a believer in tipping, but not when there isn't any actual service. This is a norm right now for self pour places and I hate it. Beer good Sauce sweet Service fast Don't like auto 20% on self pour

A fun place to visit if you like tap beer! They had at least 30 different options to choose from…read moreranging from ciders to IPAs and everything in between. They range in price depending on the tap but you control how much you pour of each one. The young man working the front check in was very nice, walked us through how everything worked and even tried troubleshooting the tap we wanted ( unfortunately it was all gone). We also got the pizza fries and they were good. The pizza looked really good but we had already had a late lunch! Place was not too big but had plenty of seating for the number of people that were there on a Sunday evening.

Seen on social media that they had a SpongeBob pop-up theme going on. We originally planned to stop…read moreby on a Sunday but realized they are open Tue-Sat. Our second attempt we went on a Saturday right when they opened. We were greeted at the door and were told we can pick where we want to sit. It was decorated really cute for the theme everywhere, they had couches, more regular dining tables, barrel tables and bar seating. We opted for a barrel table. The menu for food and drinks were all changed to be named after SB related references which was really fun. We ordered a few drinks, mocktails and food. The food is more so bar food, bites. We ordered pickle roll up's, chicken lettuce wraps, onion rings and they were all very basic and imo not worth it for the prices. I'd prefer to eat some where before and then come here for drinks. The drinks were decent. A lot of them had bitters, which I'm not a fan of at all but I know it's very common at cocktail bars. I did find a few without and went with those. One was called campfire song song. It was like a s'mores espresso martini which I loved. Our waitress was really nice, attentive and in tune with the theme. I loved her enthusiasm. Overall it was really cute and I can tell beyond the theme it's a cute place to grab drinks with friends. I'd for sure come back for other themes or just to just out the normal vibe.

We tried this local spot to celebrate a birthday. This was the perfect spot for a couple of drinks…read moreand apps with good conversation. You wouldn't believe this cozy lounge was nestled in this strip mall in Otsego. We chose a few different drinks - a few signature cocktails, a flight from the specials menu, and a glass of Prosecco. The names were clever, the drinks were unique, and the staff was knowledgeable. The Parmesan Truffle Fries were crispy, meaty, and the jalapeño sauce gave them a nice kick. The Cowboy Corn Poppers (not pictured) were crunchy on the outside while creamy and flavorful on the inside. This was the perfect way to end the night with friends. We will definitely be coming back.

This location is located within north town mall by the food court! They have trivia weekly while…read moreyou can enjoy adult drinks and milk shakes. The milk shake was def my favorite! It was delicious! I would suggest this place for a nice adult break during a busy shopping day

First time at this place! Parking is easy with lots of room, as it's at Northtown Mall. Easy to…read morefind the bar within the mall as well- just head to the food court area! I appreciate the new remodeled area of the food court, it does look pretty nice. The ambiance of the bar is a bit odd with its placement- it's in the middle of the food court and feels like a pop-up bar situation. It's mostly a bar with a counter around it that you sit at! There is a huge plus in that since you are in the middle of the food court, there are a lot of great options to choose from. Something for everyone! There are kids running around and some games being played nearby so be prepared for that if you're hoping for a quiet night out. The service was pretty good- it wasn't too busy and it's a small location. The drink menu is fun and has some cool options to choose from! Mocktails available as well! Everything is priced right. I got the caramel bourbon milkshake and it was very tasty. My friend ordered the blinker, and that was also very good! Overall I rated 3/5 because the menu is good and it's a cute bar, but the ambiance/location could be better. Again, great spot if you want a fun cocktail while taking a break from shopping, and all of the food options are a big plus.

I'm still convinced I'm Serum's biggest fan. I can't get enough of this place. The chicken wings…read more The rooftop. The drink specials during happy hour. The upstairs area with live music. The popcorn. The TATERTOTS. Extra ranch please. Try to get me to shut up about this place!

Stopped in after shooting an afternoon wedding. It was busy and we ended up sitting outside under…read moreand umbrella at a picnic table. Service took awhile to get to us, but was good once it started. We all ordered boneless wings and they were good. Plenty of food for the money. We did have an odd experience with a man that had been over served and he came out of the restaurant and to the table and seemed like he was going to grab our food. Our server saw it happen and when he went back inside the management told him he needed to leave. He and his fiancé came out and their friends stayed inside eating. The man sat at our table and was almost impossible to get him to go away, but he decided to move to the table next to us and sit with those folks. The woman with him said they were getting married in a month and that they normally go out later... that likely won't end well. Ultimately, it did add to the experience.