Walleye was a HUGE fillet and fantastic. Fish and chips was a child's portion of two small…read morestrips...was extremely disappointing. Chicken wings were a miss. Kids inhaled their burgers and loved them. Avoid fish and chips and wings - walleye and burgers are winners. Service and atmosphere was great!

Very good food and super accommodating! We were a party of 15 in town for a wedding. Called to make…read morea reservation and they called in extra help! Food was excellent, staff was super friendly. The kids had plenty of games to play. Everybody was happy and full!

I would give this place a solid 2.5 stars…read more I really liked the inside, it was remodeled about 10 years ago and still looks nice and fits into Hudson well. Went here for our anniversary, it took a solid 25 minutes to order just drinks and we had a reservation. Recommend skipping the artichoke dip. It was less than mediocre and only had enough bread for about half of it. (5 super thin pieces of tiny baguette). We both ordered steaks. They were cooked perfectly to our liking, the loaded baked potato was huge. I got the au gratin potatoes, I thought they were good, but would have been excellent if they took the time to slice the potatoes instead of leaving in huge chunks. It just seemed lazy to me. Both plates were completed with about 4 green beans. The weirdest part; the "house salad". It was chopped lettuce with tomato black olive and bacon, tossed in French and ranch. It was so saturated with dressing, it reminded me of something my stinker roommate made in college during his munching sessions. Very weird... and out of place. We then waited 30 minutes for the waitress to come back for us to pay our bill. I know staffing is tough these days, but everything was very slow and the waitstaff looked stressed. Consensus: steaks good, food mediocre, drinks ok.

First off food was delicous and this place could easily be a goto for burgers and fries. The bad…read more Atmosphere sucked for lack of a better word. All servers looked as if they were not happy to be there. Our bartender was a little to laid back. No intro no offer of specials just kind of here is your menus. We heard more employees being bossed around and bickering in the hour we were there. Knowing the history of restaurants at that location you would think the owners would make it a fun happy atmosphere. We would of gladly made that our last stop for the night. But it was a lil too depressing to have a night out there. Once our meal was done we dipped for other bars downtown.

@black_rooster_hudson you DID THAT…read more The pork chop with Parmesan smashed potatoes on top of aoli was FANTASTIC. The pork chop was tender, juicy and flavorful while the potatoes were extra crispy. The lamb on a bed of peas with bits of crunchy chick peas on top of tzatziki was also amazing (I don't think it can outshine the pork chop) the lamb was a hearty serving of tender deliciousness as well. Ended things with the brown butter cake drizzled in salted caramel topped with mousse and pumpkin seeds - also fabulous. Our service was excellent - she was fun, friendly and gave us great recommendations. Very moody vibes in the evening which I love, it's perfectly small and cozy here.

I had such high hopes! We used to love the old German restaurant that was here before the previous…read moreowners. The space is still cute but the food is not what I expected. The octopus was extremely chewy! I didn't finish it. The steak tartar was average and had more pickle than meat. The burger was ok but not worth coming back for. The music was also terrible pop music which didn't fit the ambience.

Now wouldn't it be cool if you could eat great food and do all your mail business in one place?…read moreWell you will get the post office vibe, original wood floors, a beautiful tin ceiling, and great food, but as far as I could see, no place to buy stamps. I chose the grilled shrimp for my entree. The shrimp were not shrimps, they were huge. I chose garlic mashed potatoes for my side (there were many options) and it came with asparagus as the veggie. It was delicious. Service was excellent. Street parking was easy. We parked directly in front of the entry. Cool spot. Love to see old buildings get repurposed.

We came here in a large group of 10. Reservations were made prior and there was only 2-3 other…read moretables during our time here. I'll start with the positives - the ambiance is excellent and they have a great patio. Our server Simone was friendly and witty and really made our table feel welcomed. What could be better was the quality of some of the food in addition to the amount of time we waited for our food to arrive. After our orders were placed, it took about an hour to receive our food, and the table definitely didn't eat together. Even the appetizers took about 40 minutes to arrive at the table. I thought for what you get, it was insanely pricey. I have never paid close to $20 for a wing appetizer to get an odd number of 5 wings. That's insane. My friend and I planned on splitting that and the patty melt. We are huge patty melt lovers, but this one was bland and nothing good to report. The table did enjoy the shrimp dish. I will admit the bruschetta was darn good, but I wish there was more positives to report with the food. We all stated that we wouldn't pick this place again, but if someone wanted to eat here and suggested it, we would come back, but we would all want to try different things (minus the bruschetta and shrimp dish).

The food is beautifully presented the steak salad, and the walleye fish taco plate was superb. The…read morepomegranate drink nonalcoholic is very tasty with ginger root beer. We definitely recommend coming to this establishment. We overlook the beautiful St Croix River in downtown historic Hudson.

It's a pleasure to be back at Pier 500. Not only because of the warm welcome, but also because of…read morethe happy faces and seeing the friends I've made over the past 21 years. Pier 500 has grown, but it hasn't forgotten its roots. Its menu is expanding--and for the better. It's all thanks to the excellent work of its general manager, Rachel F. In just a few years, the restaurant has changed for the better while still staying true to its roots. I could list my favorite dishes, but why not let you, my reader, go and try them for yourself? You'll be surprised by how unique they are, by their quality, and you'll also see the professionalism of the waitstaff, like Bobby. The bar is a world of its own thanks to Anthony... you ask, you get it... I'll describe some delicious dishes another time... UNTIL NEXT TIME...

Manger exceeded all expectations on our first visit to this lovely restaurant. My hubby and I were…read morecelebrating our 10th wedding anniversary and FINALLY checked this place off our list. Not sure why it took so long to make it here but we finally did it. Isa was our wonderful server/waitress who made the night unforgettable. They had a lovely sweet touch by having a happy anniversary card at our table signed by the entire staff. They must know how much I love snail mail. LOL. We were also treated to a complimentary glass of champagne right away. For drinks, I ordered the Hemingway Special which had Rum, Tattersall Sour Cherry, Grapefruit, and Lime. It was delish and in a beautiful cocktail glass. Later in the evening I ordered an Espresso Press Martini that really hit the spot. It included Proper Vodka, Loon Coffee Liquor, North Forest Maple Bourbon Pecan, Creme de Cacao, & French Press. Hubby ordered a glass of the Pinot Noir and then an IPA. For our meal, I ordered the Side Salad and the Moules à la Creme (mussels). The salad was good but just a tad salty for my taste buds. The mussels were some of the best I've ever had. The broth was perfection that I just wanted to sip that up at the very end. They were also great with dealing with my gluten allergy and replaced the sourdough bread (as a side with the mussels) and gave me French fries with ketchup and aioli on the side. Lovely touch. Hubby ordered the Roasted Pork Loin and I even took a small bite of that and it was tasty...came with broccolini. The beet glaze was a great addition and not too overpowering. Last but not least they also brought out a slice of their cheesecake for us to celebrate our big day. Though not completely GFree, I was able to take the filling and eat that. It was great. Highly recommend Manger and can't wait to come back.

I've been fortunate and privileged enough to travel throughout the Western world, both for work and…read moreleisure, and I've been a "cook" since I was 12 and a winemaker. Before going into detail about the menu and service, I want to emphasize that I was disappointed by the restaurant's ambiance. I expected a more French setting, to do justice to its name, Manger. The walls were bare, the seats uncomfortable, and the chairs looked like church pews. I expected more French decor--at the very least, chairs in that style. Even a little French music, which is so lovely and romantic. The croquettes were delicious. I ordered the French fries and was disappointed--they were mushy and tasteless. The aioli was a nice touch, but the ketchup sauce was completely out of place. What I thought was very well prepared was the Trout Veronique. The flavor of the sauce and the clams was absolutely fantastic. As a connoisseur, I have to commend the selection of excellent French wines. It really bothers me when I go to restaurants that claim to be Italian or French but only have California wines. I have nothing against California, but as connoisseurs, we know there are many more options around the globe. I was amazed by the variety of spirits and the house-made cocktails at this place. The Old Fashioned, prepared by Erin, was absolutely delicious. Whenever I go to a restaurant that serves Crème Brûlée, I try it. I have my own Swiss recipe, and I've been disappointed before. That wasn't the case here. The dessert was prepared with the utmost delicacy and had a perfectly smooth texture. The caramel was executed with the precision of a great chef. The service is very professional, and you feel welcomed by their sincere hospitality. Erin is a true professional. See you next time.

Amazing rooftop in the heart of downtown Hudson. Went there for some appetizers and drinks on a…read morelate Sunday afternoon. The service was great. They have ton of tvs on the rooftop to watch sports, etc. They also have huge see through panels to protect you from the elements. Weather can change in an instance. Food: We ordered the Gouda chicken nachos with guac. It was decadent. So delish. Highly recommend. We also had jalapenos on the side so those that love them can enjoy them. Also ordered a size of fries which were okay. Drinks: I ordered a mason jar cocktail of the pina colada (not blended). I don't remember seeing the cost on the menu for their cocktails and didn't realize it was going to be in a Large mason jar. I thought it would be in a smaller sized one. Anyways it was fine and tasted good but $25 for a cocktail was steep but it was also like having 2 cocktails. Look forward to coming back and trying an entree.

Very cute spot in downtown Hudson. We were sat right away in…read morea cozy booth. They had a prime rib special that was delicious! There's prices were great for the food you get. Our servers were friendly and attentive. Would definitely come back!

Mariah our server was awesome!…read more I enjoyed the Barker Colorado drink made with their tap root beer 1919. I had a cup of chili which I enjoyed during the cold weather for lunch.

A great pub with good food. The chicken wings are always a hit with my family. Brussels sprouts are…read moregreat! The chopped salad is tasty. Service is always great!

First time back here in a while. Excellent experience again. Service is always great and the…read morecocktails are very well crafted. Highly recommend the house old-fashioned. And it was one of the most lovely Pinot Noirs I've had in a long time. Hubby had the seafood coconut curry bowl which he absolutely loved. Beware... It's a bit spicy. I had the single smash burger with a side of spring vegetables. Burger was very good and the vegetables were amazing. If you haven't tried this spot, I highly recommend!

I had the Hangar Steak Bowl--really flavorful with just the right amount of spice. I also tried…read moretheir shandy, which was okay. Prices are fair, the service was great, and the location right by the river is hard to beat. I'll definitely be back.

4th restaurant over 2 days and all is great again. The first 3 failed in service and Agave was spot…read moreon. Service was attentive and the food was grand. Although the evening was slow, the service kept driving through the evening. Well worth the stop and enjoy the evening.

I was plesantly surprised by the food at Agave Kitchen in downtown Hudson!…read more I visited on a Thursday for lunch and the restaurant was pretty empty. There was a group of 4 of us so we were able to sit wherever we'd like to. Our server was very friendly, prompt, and helpful with our menu questions. We ordered a smattering of items but the most notable; table fries, cowboy corn bites, and the legendary nachos. All other items we ordered (chicken and shrimp tacos and a burger) were all good, just not as notable as the others. Regarding portions, they are HUGE! We should have shared entrees but took home leftovers instead. Overall, I'd recommend trying Agave Kitchen and I look forward to visiting again to try more menu items!