We stopped into CakeWalk just five minutes before closing, and the staff couldn't have been more…read morewelcoming. They were happy to let us take our time browsing and choosing a few treats, which we really appreciated. We picked out three different cupcake flavors, and every one of them was beautiful and delicious. My personal favorite was the Dark Knight cupcake--rich and decadent. If you're in Northfield and have a sweet tooth, be sure to check out this cute little bakery. It's definitely worth a stop!

Cakewalk is all about unique desserts and creative cake offerings. I came for the cake, but I also…read moreended up trying my first dirty soda here; a delightful mix of soda, watermelon and pineapple juices, and sweet cream. It paired perfectly with the incredible carrot cheesecake cupcake I ordered. If cake isn't your go-to, they offer cookies and plenty of other treats as well. There's ample seating inside and a bench outside for enjoying your sweets on a nice day. Stay for a bit and treat yourself to something delicious.

Dairy Queen used to be our family favorite. However, since moving to Northfield, The Blast is an…read moreice cream shop that is few and far between and rises above them all. It's a place hidden in the historic Downtown Northfield, right along the river in a "tunnel" that you have to be looking for to find. The seasonal workers (not open in the winter time) are always super friendly, and even when it's really busy (which is more often than not) you get your order rather quick. Now, you may wait 30 mins in line, and an additional 15 for your ice cream... however it's well worth the wait. Long story short, make sure you have time if you plan on going. I always mean to snag a good pic of the ice cream, but we're always so ready to eat I always forget. Enjoy the best ice cream in Northfield!!

The cookie dough is the showstopper! It's amazing. They do not have a public restroom, so just…read moresomething to be aware of. We always grab our ice cream and go walk the gorgeous river walk. I've tried so many things but my go-to is an Oreo & cookie dough flurry. Can't go wrong!

Really great cider. Emily & Paige were really great. Thanks & Sarah, you're the best. Thanks for…read morehaving the Hideaway be such a great place to mingle & hang out. The blood orange & French toast bake was phenomenal. Thanks.

I love this cozy and charming restaurant in Northfield. You are instantly greeted with friendly…read moreservice at the counter. There is a decent sized menu with several delicious options and make sure to save room for a sweet treat! I enjoy the unique seating area inside that can accommodate any sized group and it's a joy in the summer to be able to sit outside.

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

Stopped in at the outset of the Defeat of Jesse James days in Northfield. Their specialty is a…read moreHoagie sandwich on the tastiest bread! Your choice of meats and cheeses and dressed with lettuce, onion, tomatoes and peppers. Their draft root beer is off the hook and kind of spicy and sweet. Save room for an ice cream or one of their bigger than you'd fade cookies!

Parking was surprisingly easy, even in the heart of downtown on a Saturday night. The downtown area…read moreitself was vibrant and full of character. The service was incredibly kind and welcoming, with the warmth you'd expect from a small-town business. The ambiance was exceptional--from the charming storefront to the inviting interior. They even had toys available for families with young kids, which was a thoughtful touch that didn't go unnoticed. And the food absolutely won me over. Every bite was packed with flavor, and everything was so tender it practically melted apart. It felt fresh, carefully prepared, and in a completely different league than the typical sandwich chains. Places like Subway simply can't replicate this experience. My only criticism would be the cleanliness of a few surfaces. The counter where I signed my receipt and our table were both noticeably sticky and seemed like they could have used a quick wipe-down. It was an area that stood out but certainly wasn't enough to keep me from coming back! Overall fabulous!!

My wife and I were on a date night and looking for something that was simple and unique. We wanted…read moreto grab a drink at Loon Liquors and so I looked on Yelp to see what was close by for a quick bite to eat. This place caught my eye with all the talk about Asian/Mexican fusion. Panda Express and Chipotle combined? Hmmm...you peaked my interest. The menu does not disappoint when it comes to a mixture of fusion food, whether that be a taco, rice bowl, or burrito. You basically can build your own combo or choose from one of their own recipes. My wife decided upon the fried shrimp poke bowl and I tried three tacos - the spiced cauliflower, bahn mi, and fried fish. All of our meats were deliciously cooked and seasoned. The spiced cauliflower sauce was packed full of flavor. They have cracked the code on how to make cauliflower taste good! Amazing. I especially loved the pork belly in the bahn mi inspired taco. It was unique, not quite bahn mi, but extremely tasty nonetheless. I enjoyed all three of my tacos. My wife raved about her poke bowl. Once again, it was not quite a poke bowl since there was no raw fish included but you got everything else and it was all fresh and tasty. We also shared a bag of chips and their fresh guac - very good choice to even out our meal. We liked the variety and uniqueness of the dishes we tried. I will definitely stop back when I am in Northfield for more of that pork belly, yum.

Went here when it first opened and we were satisfied with not only the food but another option in…read moreNorthfield. It's not priced too high and reminds me of a "better chipotle," if that makes any sense. People working were young but friendly. Not any decor on the walls and just kind of said Gong Loco on the wall. Update: went back last night and there is decor painted on the walls in an almost Latin way some food items. Flavor still very good but I had the cilantro lime rice and there were hard pieces in there that almost looked like they had been there since lunch. Almost like instead of switching holding pans, new rice was dumped in the old pan. Pic below.

This culvers sucks. We waited 11 minutes for two ice creams tonight, had all three of the cars…read morebehind us served before us, and then when they brought the ice creams the guy had an attitude and was pissed when we sent the ice cream back because it was so melted it was 90% liquid... what the heck? Why can't they get some customer service training? When they brought out the remade ice cream there were minimal toppings, it wasn't mixed to the bottom of the cup, and the topping were so blended that they did have they were no longer concrete mixers... needless to say we won't be coming back to this location ever again.

Please go here! There are so many food options to choose from, like salads, burgers, and even…read morechicken! Culver's is also really clean with welcoming designs, to enhance the setting. Lastly, the servers are really nice here. Overall, I would really like to eat here everyday, So if you want a quick meal, this is the right place to go!

As a Perkins, it's Perkins. It's good, the food was good. This review is about our waitress Brenda…read more Brenda is an absolute GEM. We were there with our 4 year old who was being, well, 4. Having a hard time sitting still, "this isn't a jungle gym" being thrown around ultimately leading to a stern scolding from dad resulting in tears. Brenda stopped by and in her genuinely sweet voice asked if he was ok. Then she brought his food out about 20 seconds later to help appease a restless kiddo. Not all hero's wear capes and Brenda is a hero. In times where it feels like the personal touch is getting wiped away with disinfectant, Brenda brings that even through her mask. Bless you Brenda.

I came here with my 11, 13, and 14 year old. Our waitress would not let them get the kids meal. We…read morehad to order something way out of our budget. They are just trying to get money out of us! Horrible place!!

Fantastic buritto bowl!! Green salsa, perfectly hot! Very…read moreclean and bright!! Prices very reasonable, tons of drink options!

I was in the area and decided to swing by Coco's place to grab a quick bite and say hi to the…read morefriendly owners. To my dismay, they've expanded their brand and added Coco's Market right next door to the restaurant. AND IT'S SO FRICKEN COOL INSIDE!! You can find almost anything in there and it's a great place to get authentic Mexican souvenirs such as hats, keychains, belts, aprons, and so much more. Apart from that they also sell grocery items like avocados, limes, rice , canned items, rice, tomatoes etc... and get this, you can even send money to different countries!! The true definition of a one-stop-shop! TALK ABOUT DECOR!! This place will uplift your spirit from the moment you enter through the double doors. I love how much attention they put into making the space feel and look stunning. One a cold wintery day like today, the little things like this matter most. Seating area is nice and the noise level was adequate with a touch of Mexican cumbia music! I wasn't really in the mood for meat and I love that their expansive menu can accommodate my peculiar eating patterns lol. I started off with a HOT bowl of Mexican Menudo, then a plate of Mexican rice, beans and tortillas on the side with cheese inside.. Y-U-M-M-Y!!! This was followed by a platter of picadas (that I shared with my partner), a cup of Mexican prepared corn (esquite) and washed it all down with a glass of horchata! Overall it was to die for! I've spent a good chunk of time in Cuernavaca, Mexico and the food here reminds me so much of the food there. Coco's roots trace back to Maltrata, Vera Cruz in Mexico and I love how they've blessed the community here with a taste of home. It's located in the heart of Northfield on a strip that can be considered their downtown, so there's lots of petite mom and pop shops that you can browse. Decent amount of parking in the front area, otherwise you can also swing in the back of the building and find more parking. Going to Coco's is now a routine whenever I'm in Northfield and one that I can get used to :) Fast service + family-oriented + hot and freshly made food = Coco's Place. Once again, I left a happy camper ;)

We visited Tanzenwald in March when we were out for admitted students day at St Olaf and loved the…read morefood, the beer, the atmosphere, and the service. We returned this past weekend to move our Ole into the dorms and had to return to Tanzenwald with our whole family. Again, we were delighted by all the same things as before. The Brussels sprouts are the best ever, the Reuben fries, the Ahi tacos, and the fried cheese curds made everyone in our party happy. The beer was perfect-it was maybe called Trivial Pursuit (something like that). Yum. We might actually go one more time before we head back to CA.

Stopped on by as we passed through town. Neat interior and decor, giving it a very historic/rustic…read morefeel of a downtown area with exposed wood and brick. Food was actually really good!!! Everything was cooked perfectly and was better than what I had expected. The service was alright. We went in mid-day and there were 4 people behind the bar. 1 person (our server) seemed to be the only one running around to all the tables, and pouring all the beers. We had asked for our bill and waited an additional 20 mins as our server seemed to be behind the pouring of beer... yet the other stood around and conversed. That was the only area of improvement. We'd go back and give it a shot though!