Stopped by for a Saturday evening meal. Although there are Muddy Cow locations and an MC's Taproom…read morenear home, it didn't click until I read the menu which felt familiar. I'm a fan of both of those in the northern/northwestern metro, and this place didn't disappoint! They really committed to the "garage" esthetic. The handles were tools, there were car parts all over, and even the bathroom sinks fit the part. We loved it! We sat on the patio, as recommended by the host, and were able to enjoy the gorgeous fall weather. The drinks were refreshing and generally strong. The international was like their take on a Bahama Mama, and the Mercedes was an elevated Vodka Cran. Both accompanied our meals beautifully. I opted for the Spicy Dill burger with fries and seasoned sour cream. I loved the crunch of the banana peppers and the way the cream cheese helped mute the acidity. Their fries are meaty, crispy, and overall delicious. Pair it with the seasoned sour cream and you're set!

The newest addition to Mankato is MC's Garage - a retro garage themed burger a brew restaurant…read more There dining and bar area are both large with a line of TVs facing both directions separating the two spaces. It is very bright and airy with a tasteful amount of classic car garb. The service was friendly and offered up plenty of suggestions. Regularly checking on the table. Started with the "Trash Can Nachos". The serving size was pretty generous with a number of tostada chips covered with meat and veggies. Meat was just okay with what tasted like a pretty generic "taco" seasoning. Would have liked fresh sliced jalapeños as well instead of pickled. The "PB&J Chicken Sand (yes, sand) had a really good flavor and the bacon was cooked perfect. Chicken breast was not juicy but not dry and had a very crunchy exterior. Peanut butter was delicious but didn't taste much of the hot jam. "Olive You" Burger was LOADED with cream cheese and an ample amount of green olives. Patty was cooked towards the well done side and could have been more medium. I really enjoyed the space and the staff. The food could have been a little better but it is still new and I'm certain they will iron things out.

It's like Chipotle for pizza…read more I came here yesterday and got a 14 inch Neapolitan with normal/spicy marinara, garlic, shredded mozzarella, fresh mozzarella, asiago, pepperoni, green peppers, red peppers, banana peppers, oregano, and sun-dried tomatoes. I requested that the pizza be well done, and it was. I went home and doused it in Frank's, and holy shit, it was delicious. If you have concerns about the oven not cooking it hot enough, just ask for it to be well done. It gives it a solid crispness.

Service was excellent! Food was wonderful! Love how you get to make your pizza your way without…read moredoing math on how much it will be for all your favorite toppings! Crust was excellent and wings were so delicious

We got right in to a booth and a server was right on things. Very good service considering the…read moreparking lot was packed and originally they told me the wait would be 20-30 minutes. They sent me a text within 5 minutes saying a booth was ready. They had hockey games on the tv's, and was definitely a noisy place but we could still hear each other and carry on a good conversation. We ordered wings, tequila like chicken tacos and the BTH burger. All the food was good and our server was on top of things. Was very impressed with things and will definitely be back.

The people who work here are nice…read more I really dislike leaving bad reviews, but this was just C- all around on all the food. I'm not that picky, so if I'm not feeling my burger and regular fries or the cheese curds or the chicken sandwich and sweet potato fries and I even think the milkshake is one sip and well I guess this isn't actually awful, well, yeah. I doubt I'll be back and if I am it's bc someone I love wants to go here and I'm too tired to negotiate. Solid beer list.

One of the few places open on a weekday after 9PM in Mankato…read more Lots of tables and bar area. A dozen or so TVs with sports running. The table service was friendly but slow as they got hit with the after game crowd. The food came out quick though after ordering. We had the queso with chips and they offer pita option too(nice add of seasoned beef). The bowl was large .. we asked and received more chips. Then we went for the boneless wings ... two orders of 12 with four different flavors. The bang bang was meh. The teriyaki and Korean bbq were good. But for me the bourbon glaze was smack ... serious bourbon flavor.

Great service at the bar! While in Mankato for work, I went to Tav on the Ave on a cold night…read morelooking for chili... their chili was so delicious that I went back the next night for a repeat! Warm, comfortable vibe and friendly staff!

I stop by occasionally for lunch and have never experienced an issue. Everyone is always very…read morefriendly, service is quick (even when the place is busy), and the food is really good! I usually get the All-American burger, and if do it as part of a lunch special it's an EXCELLENT deal. I customize the burger and it always comes out correct. I also ask for crispy fries, and they do that for me too. My last visit was yesterday, and the manager was checking on tables and making sure everyone was doing good (nice to see). All in all I think this is a great place to stop by for lunch!!

Great atmosphere and service. Menu has options for all tastes. Great for sports enthusiastsread more

An excellent evening at Pub 500! The food choices were extensive and we enjoyed a special of…read moreblackberry chicken salads with a flavorful dressing. Our server, Jackson, was friendly, knowledgeable of the menu and options and provided top tier service... He continued to check in and ensured that our evening went well. Thank you, Jackson! The drinks were a fun part of the evening. I had a couple of house Old Fashions that were full-flavored with the Cocoa bitters and made with the large round ice. The "Dealer's Choice" dealt a Huckleberry Mule that was perfect. Highly recommended! Pub 500 comes highly recommended!

They have great food at a reasonable price. The wait staff is always cheerful. They check on us…read moreregularly to see if we need something, i.e., drink refills. They also sponsor many community organizations and events.

Highly recommended general tso chicken . I've ordered this every time I'm in town. ......read more

I'd like to give a zero horrible food , considering i was the ONLY one in there at 1230 it…read moretook forever , I should know better.......ate about half and got up and paid bill and gave proper tip but will NEVER walk in there again.

We discovered this new restaurant when searching the area for breakfast. We almost went by it twice…read moreas it is in a gas station. It has a full bar and very good breakfast. We actually went there twice as there really isn't much breakfast in the area. I had the biscuits and gravy with eggs the first day and full breakfast the second day. Both were done very well. My partner had eggs Benedict the first day and the full breakfast the second day. They also have lunch and a full bar.

Significantly reduced menu with higher prices and reduced quality. Breakfast, ham & cheese omelet…read morewas not good, hash browns charred and not sure there was even butter on the toast. Turkey commercial no longer on the menu. The only thing good was the service.

We were looking forward to coming back after a great experience the first time we came to the…read moreestablishment. Today, however, we ordered a burger among other things and we were brought the incorrect burger. Our server came to our table and explained he brought the wrong burger. We had already cut and taken a bite of it and said it's okay we will just take what we were brought rather than waiting for a replacement. When we got the bill we were still charged for the burger we ordered even though we didn't receive it. When we asked our waiter, Griffin, why we were charged for it, his comment was "well it was cheaper than what you ate." When we asked to talk to the manager, Sawyer, her comment was "well you ate the burger didn't you?" They did not comp the burger and argued they didn't need too. Bummed we had this experience and will not return.

Considering this place is super new, the service and food was awesome! Tori was a fantastic server!…read moreI had to try the knockout bites, they sounded so interesting and they were great. They are kind of like toasted raviolis filled with cream cheese and jalapeños. Their hand dipped tendies are excellent! And their house made sauce is just as good. My friend really enjoyed her wings and salad. I tried both of her sauces and they were super flavorful, the wings are not fried so do not expect them to be crispy. Overall, I'm looking forward to a return visit.