Great place to lunch with family on a Friday shopping trip! Loved the food choices and the quiet…read moreatmosphere with friendly service!

Pike and Pint has usually been our family's go-to restaurant in town, so choosing it for Mother's…read moreDay felt like an easy decision. Unfortunately, this visit was a disappointing experience at what is normally a stellar restaurant. We called ahead and made a reservation for five people. When we arrived, we were told they could "squeeze us" into a four-person booth and place a chair at the end. It immediately brought to mind the famous Seinfeld joke about knowing how to take a reservation, but not how to actually hold one. Mother's Day was the entire reason we chose to dine out, making it a special occasion for our family. Once we received the menus, we realized the restaurant had significantly limited the offerings, and our mother's favorite dish had been removed. When we asked if it was still available, the server responded, "We didn't want to burden the kitchen tonight." That answer was especially disappointing given the occasion and the expectations we've come to have for this restaurant. To make matters worse, the service -- which is usually one of the highlights of dining here -- felt awkward, inattentive, and well below the standard we've experienced in the past. As we were leaving, our mother quietly commented that it might be time for our family to find a new regular dinner spot. That was honestly the most disappointing part of the evening.

I got here tonight a little after 8, and started with drinks in the Veranda. My friend requested…read moresomething with mezcal and Abby came up with a delicious cocktail that even I liked (and I hate mezcal)!!! We headed down to the Blue Goose and were treated to some of the best craft cocktails in town. Julian recommended and served me a raspberry cold foam topped espresso martini which is hands down the best drink I've ever had. We didn't try their food but the menu sounded amazing. Prices weren't too bad especially when you're getting this quality of service!! We also came on a night where the Fabulous Armadillos happened to be playing in their theater which was a fantastic atmosphere! I came here about a week ago and Elise made my friend and I some tasty non-alcoholic drinks!

Love having a drink at the Veranda Lounge while catching a show at Pioneer Place. This venue is the…read moreperfect size to see a play or catch a band.

Stopped by for lunch on a Saturday. Jenna was managing the whole front of house and did great with…read morethe multiple tables and folks at bar. We had Buffalo Wings, Swiss Mushroom Burger and Chicken Tender baskets. Everything was hot and tasty.

We had the best meal this week. We both ordered the Walleye, it was cooked to perfection. The…read moreservice was also great!

Beautiful bar, terrible bar tender…read more I've visited this place at least 10 times on business and every time (no exaggeration EVERY TIME) I've been offended by the terrible service of Chris the bar tender. Off putting and offensive. I second a previous reviewer, good management is needed. Fire the bad help and get some pros.

Great food, love their breakfast!! The eggs benedict snd thee french toast are sooo good. Perfect…read moreplace to eat after WeFest, after a night out, or just for a good breakfast with your family. The bar is fun with cheap drinks and touchtunes. (there are two entrances!) Great place to start or end your night!

The breakfast was outstanding! We will be back again! My daughters and I really enjoyed how well…read morethe food was prepared.

To be honest, I would not have expected to find such a delightful distillery in a very plain box…read morelike building in the middle of Brainerd. But oh what a great spot to stop with friends. Like wineries in the Midwest, I'm also very cautious about distilleries. Just because you can make Jenn or bourbon doesn't mean that you should. Not the case for this place. We tried an assortment of cocktails. I ordered one variation of a Manhattan and really enjoyed it. This place is punching above its weight. Highly recommend stopping in.

Let me say that this place has only gotten better as it has aged. This is perhaps my favorite…read moreplace in the Brainerd Lakes Area. I recently had a really nice Boulevardier. They have increased their wine products and gotten more creative with their menu, AND they are great at making up new drinks not on the menu. What has not changed is Bill and the great staff's excitement for their product and service. You need to go here.

I love this place on Wednesdays for the comedy night. Rad place. The guy running the show is named…read moreMatt. He always seems enthusiastic and sets the mood for a good time in this underground bar during open mic night. I believe its an open-mic, but I've only witnessed comedians after attending an estimated 10 times. I usually get home around 11:30pm after the show, it begins around 9ish. My good friend Mitch from high school is how I discovered this weekly free event, his jokes are fire. I look forward to Wednesday's at 9pm, laugh from the gut. The added photo is my friend Mitch on stage.

Best happy hour in town!!! Great martinis. Awesome free food buffet. The food is very high…read morequality, especially for a free buffet. Gary, Rick, and the staff are always friendly and fun to talk to. Highly recommend!

Great food and prices. Enjoy the daily specials. Great service. Comfortable atmosphere.read more

Amazing service! Deb was the absolute best! Highly recommend the burgers and patty melt! Bloody…read moreMary's top notch! Stop on your way up north!

Wow. I suggested to get the 16 year Lagavulin and they got it!…read moreHighly recommend this place. It all about what customers want !

Long line tonight. One very slow bartender. Owner sitting at the bar not jumping in. Bad look.read more

This is my favorite place to stop when I'm in town. Great atmosphere and they have way better…read moreburgers than anyplace in a town this size has a right to.