Iced americano was delicious. Appreciate that it is fair trade and organic. Big food menu. I…read moreappreciated that they had 2 comfortable chairs for reading. Service was fast and they have a parking lot and drive through also.

Not a huge coffee guy but the workers and food here is exceptional. The coffee is very good here…read morewhen I have tried it though. I always get the breakfast burrito. Friendliness and a little bit of heart and soul into the food goes a long way with me! Everything is pretty fair priced too. Recommend. Five stars.

We stopped at the L&M Grill on our way back to the cities from Faribault. We couldn't really find…read moreany breakfast places that weren't fast food/chains so we thought we'd head out of town. We saw L&M not only had a patio - an important feature for me to eat out during COVID - but it was covered in plants! Double win. When you get there you sign in with your information so they can contact you after if need be. There is also hand sanitizer as soon as you walk in. It was a Sunday around 11 and the place was hopping. The waitress that greeted us let us know it would be a longer wait because they were swamped and they would only be serving lunch. I had really wanted breakfast but absolutely appreciated her giving us the heads up and being honest with what we could expect. In times like these, it's important to roll with the punches and be grateful you can even go out at all. We ordered a couple bloody maries and just enjoyed some time on the patio. For lunch, I got the taco salad (without the black olives) and my fiancé got the turkey club. He really enjoyed his club and the wedge fries were hot and fresh! The taco salad was a great portion, especially for being like $8. It was nothing I would crave but I have no complaints given the price. All the servers were really friendly and they seemed to have a large crowd of regulars they treat like family. You can't go wrong at L&M!

I was playing pull tabs. I put a quite in. I put 90.00 in. The waitress says you didn't win after…read more90 tickets to the bar. The flood gates opened. Now the whole bar knew how much I spent. So it was a good box. I've been coming here over 3 years. Totally appropriate. It was no one's business. I will never come there again. I left after everyone knew. I didn't play anymore. I always leave a more than good tip for the waitress. No more. Too bad for your staff.

Either I had a lucky day, or this place is just fabulous!…read more When I first walked in, I was immediately greeted with a waiter right away. She was nice, and cracked up a joke here and there, so that was a good start. I had ordered the Banana crepes, and wow, it was amazing! I loved the flavor, but it was just a teeny bit soggy because of the syrup ( I didn't add the syrup ) and on the picture, it showed caramel, there was no caramel. The one thing that had me not rate this 5 stars was because the decor wasn't that inviting. There were flowers, and a few signs, but overall, I would seriously recommend going here, especially during breakfast.

When our relatives suggested we have breakfast at the truck stop I was not expecting much. But…read moreinside the truck stop travel plaza in Faribault is a gem of a restaurant with a large dining area and wonderful staff. The breakfasts were outstanding and reasonably priced. So good, we ate there two mornings in a row. The owner is out mingling with customers and checking to see if our meal was up to our expectations, even helping bus tables.

Absolutely amazing crepes…read more Sit and watch them make your crepe as you drool over the amazing food art that they're creating for you. They have sweet or savory options that all look amazingly delicious. The coffee is above top notch and don't forget to check out the grilled cheese options.

Every part of me wants to love this place. It has a super sweet dog, the staff is always above and…read morebeyond nice, and the service is quick. With all that said... it is the main point of the business which is lacking for me. After going semi regularly (it's often less busy than Blue Monday or little joy) I haven't had one drink I would call beyond mediocre. Their matcha is always too milky and their coffee is nothing special. Their food is pretty good don't get me wrong, but sometimes I look at my $15 dollar crepe and think to myself, am I an idiot for paying this. Raven's Nest is by no means a bad cafe, but it hasn't blown me out of the water yet.

Such a great find! The inside which I neglected to take a picture of is much more cute than their…read morepicture on their website would suggest. The popover with a selection of either savory or sweet toppings is fantastic!. They even do a pop over chicken pot pie. We got their selection of finger Tea sandwiches with a fruit plate. That was absolutely gorgeous and delicious. I definitely want to go back for high tea.

Tasty shortbread! Looking forward to trying the high tea. Nice quiet spot off Division Street.read more

So lucky to have this amazing local restaurant in downtown Lakeville. First and foremost the food…read moreis amazing. Breakfast, make sure you trade up from potatoes to get the cheesy hash browns. I could them with every meal. They're insanely good. Dinner, get the short rib or the lamb shank. Delicious. The buffalo cauliflower as an appetizer is a must do too!! Whether you sit at the bar or a booth the service and the ambiance is great. Definitely one of my favorite spots in the south metro.

Yum, yum, yum. Gosh, these guys are good…read more We went with a group of five for Sunday brunch/lunch, and everyone liked their food and drinks. My wife and I have been here many times, and there's a reason we keep coming back. That said, not everything is perfect. The food here is consistently great. I could go into more detail, but we've had so many different dishes over the years that it's hard to list them all. For my own notes, I had the Short Rib Melt this time and absolutely loved it. I wanted more! The Burrata Bruschetta was amazing too. It was way too expensive for only four small slices of toast, but it was delicious. We've also really enjoyed their French Toast in the past, along with several other menu items. The cheesy hashbrowns are usually amazing, but there were something off about ours this time. Maybe we just got a bad batch...? Their coffee drinks are also very good. A few people at our table ordered lattes and said they were much better than an average latte. They were also very large. One thing that's both good and bad is that they change and rotate their menu fairly often. On the plus side, you can visit and try something new that you may not have seen there before. On the downside, some of our favorite dishes are no longer on the menu, which can be disappointing. The same thing seems to happen with their specials and deals. They used to have a Smashburger special, one day of the week, but I don't think that's offered anymore. I also remember several other specials they used to run that are no longer available. There have been a few times when that has kept us from visiting. Their hours are also weird at times, so I strongly recommend checking the hours on their website before making plans. They may not be open when you expect them to be. For example, we've wanted to go there for dinner several times on a Monday or Tuesday, but they aren't open. Kitchen closes early several other days. It was extremely busy when we arrived around 10:50 to 11:00 a.m. on a Sunday. We were honestly surprised by how packed it was, and there was a wait for a table. Just an FYI if you're planning to visit during a busy brunch time. Also, in case the owner is reading this, using AI-generated images on your website and inside the restaurant is a massive turnoff. I don't want to see AI-generated artwork on a restaurant's website or hanging inside the restaurant itself. That is an easy star deduction for me. The design and style of the restaurant are really nice. It has more of an open concept setup, so it can get a little loud, but for some reason it never seems to get as loud as you might expect. If you go during a slower time, it can be very relaxing. Overall, I really like the look and feel of the restaurant. I feel like I say this in 95% of my Yelp reviews at this point, but I'm going to keep saying it. The prices aren't great, especially compared with the portion sizes. I won't spend too much time on this, but if you're looking for a budget-friendly restaurant, this probably isn't the place. The service was mostly great. They were clearly very busy, but our waiter never refilled my water, and he didn't come back often enough for me to ask. He also didn't know what soups they had for the day, and instead of offering to go check, he just said he "didn't know" and my friend ordered something else for their side. Not a huge deal, but maybe a coachable moment. Since the restaurant was so packed, it also took quite a while to get our food and drinks. That was understandable considering how busy they were, but it's worth knowing if you're in a hurry. Overall, we really love The Better Half. The food is great, the coffee drinks are better than average, the restaurant has a nice and relaxing atmosphere, the staff is friendly, and there's usually something new to try. The higher prices, weird hours, rotating menu, discontinued specials, AI-generated artwork, and occasional slow service keep it from being perfect, but the great food and overall experience will keep us coming back, just not as often as some other places.

I recently visited on NYE, and unfortunately, the experience was far from enjoyable. The service…read morewas incredibly slow, with only two bartenders trying to handle the entire bar, which left customers waiting far too long for drinks. On top of that, the bingo caller was going so fast it felt rushed and chaotic, making it hard to keep up and enjoy the game. I understand busy nights can be tough, but better staffing and a more measured approach to entertainment would make a big difference. I hope management can address these issues because the atmosphere and concept have potential. First and last time I'll ever stop through. Do NOT RECOMMEND!

Always always good food, decent price. I wouldn't have tonight's server on my staff however. Music…read moreranges from the jukebox and there are games for the kids and plentiful televisions. It was clear that I wasn't recognized as a "regular" tonight.

The food here is fantastic! We had the fish dinner and it was the best I have eaten in quite a…read morewhile. It was baked with butter and some other garnish. It came with 2 sides of mashed potatoes and baked beans. The waitress, Heather, was very attentive to our table. She took the time to explain the menu and tell us about the menu. There is also a very large outdoor deck that looks like a great place to eat and talk with friends.

Fantastic place to visit with great staff food and drinks, will be back many times in the futureread more