The Chocolate Ox in Nisswa is such a fun little stop, especially if you have kids. The shop is…read morepacked with candy, toys, Jellycat animals, and so many colorful things to look at that it almost feels like stepping into a candy wonderland. The ice cream itself was good, though the flavor selection was a bit smaller than we expected. We also wish they offered a smaller child-sized scoop since the standard scoops are pretty large at around $5 each. Still, the atmosphere was cheerful and memorable, and it's definitely the kind of place we'd visit again on a future trip to Nisswa.

The best ice cream and the cutest candy store. Super nice employees, too! All the nostalgic…read morecandies, too! Located in the cutest town, just a quaint little shop that's nicely laid out with candy in the front and ice cream in the back!

First of all, they had me at chocolate! Then, they had me at ice cream. And OMG, is it good ice…read morecream!! I also got some of their chocolate. It was mighty tasty! The store was very clean, the staff were friendly, they have chocolate and ice cream. That is as close to perfection as you can get! If you are in the Brainerd Lakes area, run, do not walk to this store. You're welcome!

Saw a sign on the highway and picked a location on our way. My hope was to pick up some sugar free…read morechocolates. Thankfully they had some in a prepackaged box. They were so good. I wish the beautiful displays had some of those as sugar free. The place is kind of remote so it makes sense that they didn't have any. My husband enjoyed an ice cream with a strange name in a cone. It was lovely sitting outside enjoying them. Thank you!

We stopped by The Pickle Loon while staying at a family cabin down the road. Even on a Monday, the…read moreplace was packed!! It started raining before we arrived, so I think everyone headed inside at once, but we were able to grab seats at the bar and still received great service. I ordered the AYCE walleye. The portions were a little smaller than I expected, but the fish was good and I especially enjoyed the hush puppies. My husband ordered the Loon Burger and said it was one of the best burgers he's had in a while. The only downside was the wait for the second round of walleye, which took close to 30 minutes. By then we were ready to leave, so we ended up taking it to go. Overall, we had a great experience and would definitely come back to try some of the other menu items!!

We have driven past this place quite a bit, but never stopped for food...not sure why we waited so…read morelong! Service was attentive and our food came out quick and delicious. I had the aged prime melt and my wife had the walleye sandwich. Both were great. Side note, the blue cheese is outstanding! We plan to stop again.

Chocolate lovers rejoice. The owner makes all the chocolates herself, and they are delicious…read more looking for a gift? You can customize your own box of chocolates. You will never want to buy preboxed, drugstore chocolates again. Fancy Pants is truly a jewel and you need to check them out.

Since my last visit I am impressed with the caliber of chocolates they provide. The second time…read morearound there was a lot more to pick from so I think it likely depends on when you are there the variety and availability. They had everything from barks to molded chocolate to sugar free. I had the chocolate covered potato chips which I always have a soft spot for. Can't do much better than the combination of sweet and salty. The smell I ran until last time was also gone (and I remembered it well upon arrival) which was a huge plus. I will be back for another treat next time I'm downtown.

This is a great candy store! Aunt Belle's Confectionary have everything your sweet tooth could…read morewant! Located in downtown Walker, it is easy to stop in quick while your in town. My favorite things to get when I come here are the chocolate fudge, the mint meltaways, and the toffee! They fudge here is some of the best fudge I have ever had. And the taffy isn't too bad either! They have lots of candy to choose from, so no matter what kind of candy you like, there is something here for you. Overall a great candy store, but easy to get carried away! Can get expensive the more candy you think you need!

I feel like a kid in a candy store!…read more When you walk in you are greeted by nice people and a long display case of homemade fudge and chocolate covered cherries. Then you walk into another room and they have all sorts of candy that I thought haven't been made for years. Whenever I go in I see tourists who came in just to look spending 50 dollars because their is just so much great stuff. If you are walking down main street and you see this store you will see what I mean. Come visit Walker Minnesota and visit shops like this and many others.

Where to begin? The decor? 'Cause ~who~ doesn't choose a bakery for the decor?…read more It's adorable! Welcoming and warm. The owners made great use of a tiny space. Okay - so now you're curious of the team. Fine... FRIENDLY! HELPFUL! They ~~know~~their products well. They're not pushy, but will offer suggestions on taste and texture. Now for the good stuff.... The Italian bread cannot be matched for flavor, tenderness and palatability. Lightly ~ ~ LIGHTLY toasted/warmed with a smidge of butter? Ooh la la! Or should I say Delizious? Old fashioned or cake donuts? MWAHHH Consider inviting a friend to share half of their ginormous Apple fritter. The are good-oood! Affordably priced. Clean inviting shop. You cannot go wrong!

If you're traveling through Pine River, the Pine River Bakery is an absolute must-stop destination…read more This hidden gem embodies everything you love about a small-town bakery and truly showcases the best of Minnesota's baked goods. We discovered this charming spot on our way to and from Manhattan Beach Lodge in Crosslake, and it was so good we made sure to stop both times! The moment you step inside, the warm, comforting aroma of freshly baked goods draws you in. Everything is made from scratch - from their perfectly fried donuts to the homemade breads and soups! We love the Maple Bacon Long Johns! Pine River Bakery is a shining example of why small-town bakeries hold a special place in our hearts. The friendly atmosphere, incredible quality, and dedication to scratch-made treats make it stand out as one of Minnesota's finest. Only wish they were located in my town!

There is so much to like about Lakes Latte - huge space to work and relax, small cups to sample…read moretheir coffees first before you buy, a little side store showcasing fun gadgets and souvenirs, jams made locally, friendly staff, etc. This is one of those places where you feel cozy and come as you are, not pretentious at all, you want to stay awhile. And so we did, almost every day as we were staying near the area! Their menu offerings are pretty expansive, lots of breakfast and lunch options to accompany your caffeinated beverage. I ordered a toasted bagel + cream cheese to go one of the days and it unfortunately was a little on the cold/lukewarm side. Not ideal but I can overlook that given the overall charm and comfort of the place. Just will be mindful to try something else besides a breakfast item next time.

Got coffee and a bagel with salmon and cream cheese. Nothing earth-shattering in the food…read moredepartment. It's a counter service setup where you order your food, and they deliver it to your table, so there's no traditional table service. The atmosphere is pleasant, featuring plenty of pine wood on the walls, floors, and ceilings.

I come here usually at least once a summer, I am surprised I have not reviewed this place! We don't…read morehave a cabin around Crosslake, but we have ties to the area, so make our way over from where we are now about once a year. This is the place for consistent, delicious, coffee. They have been there a while now, and you don't last long if you are not great up there. It's small inside, but there is a nice patio, staff are great, and the menu is expansive. Recommend!

I was pleasantly surprised by Crosslake Coffee!! It's a smaller coffee shop with limited indoor…read moreseating, but it has a cozy feel and a huge menu with plenty of options to choose from. We didnt sit outside but noticed a great space out there too! I appreciated that they offer breakfast sandwiches in addition to coffee drinks. I ordered a bagel with egg and cream cheese, but was sad they were out of croissants. The highlight for me was the banana bread latte, it was so good and easily my favorite part of the visit. I'll definitely stop back the next time I'm in the area to try more from their menu! The servers were kind and helped answer any questions, it seemed like they were having fun!

Visited 1/18/26. Omg make this your next stop when going up north. It will quickly become a staple…read morefor me anytime I go up to the Nisswa/Walker area. I stopped in for coffee and lunch on my way home. The breakfast wasn't available due to the time, but I was glad I ended up with lunch instead because the "Go-to" sandwich was the best sandwich I've had in a while! I definitely have to make it back to try the breakfast next time. They also had some had some great hot and iced coffee drinks and I loved mine. Definitely a super fun place for Pequot Lakes!

Lovely atmosphere. Had a salad for lunch and a glass of wine (happy hour). Everything on the salad…read morewas fresh and perfect. Couldn't have been nicer.

Nice coffee place in nisswa area. Good stop if you are thirsty and need a pick me up for more…read moreshopping. Nice area to sit. Goodies available too if you get hungry.

We ordered a couple of coffees and drank them in the place. It's a cozy place and we got a table…read moreright away. It's in a great location by cute shops.