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    The Acoustic Cafe

    4.3 (110 reviews)
    Closed 7:30 am - 7:00 pm

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    THE ACOUSTIC CAFE ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for working
    Outdoor seating

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    Hoagie
    Viv P.

    Quaint cafe serving coffee and delicious lunch. Atmosphere was rustic, with local elderly folks playing card games in the back area and younger ones finishing up lunch and meetings when we got in at around 2. Servers were friendly (one more than the other) and super accommodating. Food was awesome. I didn't expect much, but the hoagie was yum, the pita was absolutely mouthwatering, and the cup of chili was one of the best I've had. I was happy cuz the chili had very little beans, and a popping flavor. Just what I needed. Walk around the back outside and you get to a park and a nice view of the Mississippi River. Except for all the construction going on out front, this was a perfect little stop.

    Hummus Pita
    Emma B.

    Ambiance was nice and cozy. Limited options for vegetarians. Pita pockets with hummus were atleast filled very full :), but I found the Garlic Hummus one was a little bland. Service was good despite being quite busy.

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    Michelle A.

    Was in town and needed an afternoon pick me up, so stopped in this adorable and cozy coffee shop in downtown Winona. So happy I stopped here because the service was friendly and fast and I loved my cup of coffee! From the outside, it looks small but upon walking in, it's much bigger with plenty of booths and tables to enjoy a meal or a cup of tea or coffee. I didn't get any food but the sandwiches and pastries looked good. It's a great place to come whether it's to catch up with friends, play one of the games they have or work!

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    Stopped here on a Monday afternoon for lunch, seemed like one of few places in town open today. But so glad I did! Greeted with a smile and good service. Ambiance was chill, some people here studying and others here for a coffee, some here for a sandwich, like us. This place has great hoagies and soup. My boyfriend ordered the 1/2 ham hoagie with chicken soup and I ordered the 1/2 turkey hoagie with tomato soup.

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    6 months ago

    So fresh. I will crave this. Can't go wrong between hoagie and pita. Salami was my move.

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    2 days ago

    A great place! Good sandwiches, comfy, friendly staff. Will definitely return. Really love the smell!

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    2 years ago

    Most delicious sandwich I've had in a long time. Chili was good, too. Coffee was excellent! Outstanding service.

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    3 years ago

    Hoagies were straight heat no cap. Good spot for a sandwich or coffee for real on god

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    4 years ago

    Their soup and sandwiches are the best in town. Definitely worth going. Very nice restaurant. Love that atmosphere

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    4 years ago

    Good place to get a half hoagie and cup of soup for lunch!

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    Great place with a welcoming environment and good food. I wasn't a fan of their coffee but I really do enjoy coming here from time to time.

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    A place that is full of memories. Lemonade and pita is tasty. Music is often good too.

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    Best hoagie ever, be sure to try the soup of the day, charming ambiance and authentically nice people.

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    Sapori di Sicilia

    Sapori di Sicilia

    3.8
    (42 reviews)
    0.2 mi
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    "It's a Sicilian message. It means Luca Brasi sleeps with the fishes." (The Godfather)…read more At Sapori di Sicilia, the message is considerably more appetizing: "Eat the pasta and nobody gets hurt." Walking in for the first time, I half-expected owner Eric Mullen to greet me with cotton-stuffed cheeks and a brooding stare. Instead -- as one Yelp reviewer memorably noted -- Eric looks like he's straight out of Super Mario, more likely to trade you a heavenly mocha for three gold coins than make you an offer you can't refuse. After a four-month pilgrimage to Italy in 2018 to learn the art of Sicilian cooking, Mullen returned to Winona and opened Sapori in 2020, filling a gap in the local food scene roughly the size of a horse head in a mobster's bed. The city desperately needed authentic Italian food, and Sapori delivered. No favors owed. No strings attached. *This time.* Everything here is made by hand: pasta, sauces, bread, pastries, and the gelato. The whole operation, with no shortcuts. The Bronze-cut Pasta: It clings to the sauce with the loyalty of a wartime consigliere who knows exactly where the bodies are buried. The pistachio pesto stands out, though it could use a touch more olive oil or pasta water. A minor grievance that doesn't warrant a trip to the river bottom in concrete shoes. The Pastries and Cakes: Genuinely dangerous. The Mascarpone cheesecake and chocolate cake slice are to die for -- and I mean that in the most Sicilian sense possible. Eat them. Tell no one. The Gelato: Should be under federal investigation. Light, creamy, and so authentically Italian it practically has its own accent. The pale green pistachio is rich, nutty, and deeply serious about its heritage. The Vibe: Warm. Hospitable. A real hit, but with zero cleanup crews required. The Verdict: Leave the gun. And for the love of all that is holy, take the cake and gelato too. You don't need a passport, a secret handshake, or a letter of introduction from a guy who knows a guy. Just show up hungry and show the proper respect.

    We stopped in for coffee and pastries. Our coffees were great. The almond croissant was massive…read moreand, while I intended to save it for later, I needed to eat the whole thing after the first delicious bite. Stop here! It's a delight.

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    The Boat House

    The Boat House

    3.3
    (138 reviews)
    0.2 mi
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    Had dinner on a busy Sunday evening. The walleye and chips was excellent!! Served hot from the…read morekitchen with the perfect amount of breading. Nice selection of wines by the glass. Insider tip: Sam the bartender is good for local knowledge as well as creative drinks and a great sense of humor. Five stars for a friendly Winona treat.

    $$$ pricing for mediocre service that is rather chaotic. We were a party of 6 and I ordered a…read moresteak that was the most expensive meal offered. After bringing our food, we seriously never had anyone come back to check on us until they were back to collect plates of those who were done. Meantime I had what should have been a fabulous meal but as soon as I moved the onions and mushrooms around the steak, it was obvious they were perfectly placed to cover a large portion (I'm talking a 2-3") area of fat and gristle. There is no possible way the chef or kitchen staff who plated it, didn't see it! So because no one essentially came back to check on us, I had eaten the small amount that was edible and was waiting for anyone to check with us. So, when she did come she actually asked if I wanted a to-go container! I responded and she looked at it and get this, asked if she could get me a dessert, on the house. An $8 dessert on place of a $45 steak... Haven't been back since.

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    The view outside on the path way.
    The view outside on the path way.
    Juicy Lucy, 2 patties with a thick slab of mozzarella tossed between. Drive to Minneapolis to get a real Juicy Lucy at Matt's.
    Juicy Lucy, 2 patties with a thick slab of mozzarella tossed between. Drive to Minneapolis to get a real Juicy Lucy at Matt's.
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