Would I drive 30 minutes to get scoop ice cream somewhere? Absolutely not. Do I drive 35 minutes to…read moreget soft serve at Cup and Cone? On the regular. Call me a soft serve snob because well, I am. It just hits different. Cup and cone? It just hits different. Rich, creamy, milky, grade A soft serve. I'm a basic vanilla guy however I've tried other flavors and their dole whip. All fire. You can also dip your soft serve. On a different occasion when it was too hot outside I did a cherry dip. Melted like crazy under the dip but still fire and I'd do it again. Haven't tried their food but it always smells good. Should you give any and all the above a shot? Absolutely. Drive across town at rush hour hating your life in traffic? Worth it. The location? Small lot, street parking options, the cutest little stand you could ask for with a few benches to the side. I love it. Spring and summer will eventually be here, do yourself a favor and go treat yourself at cup and cone.

We went here after an early dinner in the area. We had seen something in the news that morning…read morethat it was one of three Minnesota ice cream shops that were competing in some national best ice cream competition. We were planning to to have dinner in the area anyway, we may as well try it out. It's basically a stand in a parking lot with like a strip mall next-door. There's plenty of outside seats and parking. There was no line when we got there at 5:30 on a 90° day. They only do soft serve ice cream so we got vanilla dip, vanilla sprinkle, and an orange dip cone. The chocolate dip did not taste very chocolatey, so I took it off as it was not worth the calories. The ice cream was melting fast, but the chocolate shell did not melt at all and kept its form to the end. Not sure what is in it that made it not melt. The soft serve itself was just OK. It wasn't very creamy or tasty, but it was cold and served its purpose on a hot day.

If you're looking for a divey spot with comfort food, Uncle Franky's is definitely worth a visit…read more Their menu features a variety of hot dogs, burgers, wings, tots, fries, and other classic favorites. On this visit, I ordered the tots, a Coney Island Chili Dog, and a Wall Street Dog. Everything hit the spot and came out quickly. This is a true hole-in-the-wall kind of place. Perfect for grabbing a fast bite, people-watching, chatting with the locals, and soaking in the neighborhood atmosphere. Places like this have a lot of character, and I'm always happy to support local gems that make the community unique.

If you are looking for a Chicago Dog - this is the place for you…read more This is also a place to eat if you love a crinkle fry, or are looking for a plucky greasy small business to support. The food is otherwise just OK. All of it is passable and they will customize anything they can so for service they get high marks. At busy times it can get pretty loud in the small place.

Sheboygan serves up high quality hotdogs & brats and beer at the Excel!…read more I found (I think) at least 2 of these locations on the first floor. We walked a complete circle of the entire arena before we decided what we were going to eat & drink. Luckily, Sheboygan was super close to our seats. I was impressed by the high quality brats and hotdogs...not just cheap fast food stuff we were forced to buy in the old days. I didn't expect this at a large venue. It was a nice surprise. Also, they have a variety of beer flavors, including higher end IPA type beers in case you're sick of the usual Bud Light type of stuff. Of course, they have soda & water too. I made 4 or 5 trips for meat and beers for our small group. Despite being super damn busy, the people behind the counter were consistently fast, friendly, smiling, and joking around. No sour faces...no sarcasm...just straight up great customer service for everyone in line. Thanks for some great brats & beer and big smiles, Sheboygan! -Daddy Maxx Retro

I just bought a package of hot dogs from Walmart never trying it before…read more I am 75 years old and have tried just about every hotdog made but never have I had one as good. It is crisp when you bite into it and the flavor was outstanding. I just can't figure out why the only place selling this product is Walmart.

We come in regularly! The burgers are great. Chicken is plentiful and delicious. The fries are my…read morefavorite. With indulgent shakes. You can get a meal of a sandwich and fries for $8. The folks working are attentive and helpful, especially with 2 young kids. The space is mediocre. You're not coming in for atmosphere but it is comfortable and fits the vibe. If they served Dr. Pepper I wouldn't get a burger anywhere else. Go eat here and support your locally owned neighborhood shop.

Burgers were phenomenal and cooked so fresh. I should have done double meat cause it was so good…read more But staff was friendly and price was very affordable.

The food was amazing and gave that 50's vibe very well with the old timey photos and metal signs on…read morethe walls,also the whole vibe there was very fun and interesting to just look around. The service was good and the food arrived relatively fast and the complimentary cake that come with the meals was a good cherry on top.

Stopped by Portillo's last week to try their new sauce flight and it was yummy! Loved the…read moregiardinieria and come back sauce. Everything is so yummy here. Love their chicken tenders, the chili dog and onion rings are my fave!! The Italian beef was dee-lish too. The restaurant is clean and love their decor with all the antique/vintage signs. Our food came out quickly too which is always a plus!!

Absolutely awful! Never going back. This place is a shit show. The price doesn't match the little…read moreamount of food I actually got. It was way to expensive. I had to wait for 45 unbearable minutes and when I asked where my food is they said "oops it was in the back the whole time" they thought it was funny I thought I'm starving and I have been waiting FOR 45 MINUTES , some of the girl employees were talking and screaming for everyone to hear. Personally for me it wasn't a good experience. I am very sad because I have gone before and nothing was wrong. The food was also really discusting this time.

Let me preface this review by saying, I love barbeque…read more So not too long ago, I was mulling around White Bear Lake on lunch break and out of the 80's suburban regularity CG Hooks appeared. I knew as soon as I saw it from the Taco Johns parking lot that this CG Hooks and I had a date with destiny. For there has always been a great dilemma in this Northern clime of where to find good barbeque and I thought I had found it. Alas, my experience with CG Hooks the next week was mixed at best. What attracts the senses to good barbeque is always the scent of smoking brisket and indeed, that is what caught my attention. In front of the unassuming restaurant is a large smoker from which emits that dark meaty fragrance that lures in the passersby. This is how CG Hooks makes its initial impression to me, all of which seemed good. After taking a look at the menu, I was encouraged by the selection. So, I ordered a beef brisket sandwich with my favorite fixins: baked beans and corn bread. Then comes the bad; I was surprised after getting the total which came closer to $20 than I really feel comfortable with for just lunch. I tried to comfort myself by saying the portions waiting for me in the little bag I clutched must be huge. But then, just another disappointment; the beans were in a container I normally associate with condiments and the cornbread was closer to a cookie than a muffin in size. The brisket was good, but there just wasn't much there. To be fair, they made me a sandwich which, isn't really on the menu because I was getting takeout. Overall the taste was decent, portions small and price high. I intend to visit again and eat in to see if my experience is any better, but for now I cannot rate ye high, CG Hooks.

What a fun evening! The Yelp Elite event at Portillo's in Roseville was such a great experience…read morefrom start to finish. The staff was incredibly welcoming and organized, and everything ran smoothly. The food was delicious! I loved getting to build a Chicago-style hot dog, and the chicken tenders, fries, onion rings, and dipping sauces were all fresh and flavorful. The chopped salad was a nice addition, and the cake was the perfect sweet ending to the meal. It was also a wonderful opportunity to meet people in a relaxed, friendly atmosphere. The team did a fantastic job creating an enjoyable event that made everyone feel appreciated. Thank you to Portillo's and Yelp for such a memorable evening. I'll definitely be back!

I love the Chicago dog and the roast beef and cheddar croissant. I always order extra gravy to dip…read moreit in. I also usually get fries and a cup of cheese sauce. It's great for dipping the fries in or adding a bit to my hot dog. Everyone I've gone there with has enjoyed their beef and/or sausage sandwiches. My only complaint is their locations. They only have three, north metro, east, and west metro. They really need one in the south metro as well.

4.5/5 Stopped here…read morefor happy hour on a Friday and got $5 vegan/veg beyond sliders and boneless vegan wings, tots and beer. Wings only have two spice options (Sriracha or buffalo sauce) and we got the buffalo sauce, very spicy and the wings were kinda cold - we would skip these next time. Knowledgeable and friendly staff, Huge vegetarian/vegan menu Can't wait to go back!

The food was so good! Not pictured because we devoured them were the vegetarian rooster wings -…read more10/10!!! Everything was amazing. Appreciated the dedicated separate vegetarian menu (which also had vegan adjustments available for most). Our server was also super kind and noticed which menu side we were using when I forgot to specify. Last, but certainly not least was the decor in here. I loved it soooo much, heck I event want to buy some of paintings they have up!!! They do have prints of some available too. Tl;dr I definitely recommend! Great food and place, parking was also easy to find nearby.