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    Blacksmith Lounge

    4.0 (85 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Divey
    Good for kids
    Good for groups

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    Dana K.

    Yelp let us down on this one. This place would never make it in a larger city. Only reason it even gets 1 star is our server was friendly and efficient. Although she did tell us how delicious the side salad was and you can imagine our surprise when it comes out as iceberg lettuce, 1 slice of cucumber and a few goldfish. They are known for their broasted chicken and we were disappointed as it was over cooked and very dry. We also tasted grease the rest of the day. Not a place I'd recommend or return to.

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    Chris G.

    This is a hidden gem of the northern suburbs. Just a few miles north of Co Rd 14 off of Hwy 61. Nestled between Hugo and Forest Lake. The Black Smith has some of the best Broasted Chicken in Minnesota. This is a no frills local bar and restaurant and it's totally worth the drive. You can't beat a 1/2 chicken, potato and salad, or coleslaw for under $15.00 and less on Thursdays. And the no-frills Bar will not break your wallet. Make the trip up here any day of week!

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    Marc E.

    It was my birthday yesterday and we decided to get a steak at Blacksmith Restaurant. We ordered the Steak for Two. It was very tender and tasty. Our daughter got the broasted chicken dinner special.. They have a daily special of something different available. There is quite a following to this local place especially for the daily specials. We had a nice time.

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    Nancy E.

    Went here for a birthday dinner. We ordered steak for two. The steak was very good. The salad came with goldfish crackers for croutons. Our daughter had the broasted chicken special. They have specials daily. We had a nice time.

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    1 year ago

    Great place but bring cash or you'll be charged an additional 3% for credit card use.

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    1 year ago

    Great food service and fun atmosphere! The breasted chicken is to die for! Absolutely love this place!

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    Great chicken! Decent prices. Service was attentive. Older establishment with down home feel.

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    Great food especially broasted chicken, big meaty pork ribs. Great service. Price is right!

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    2 years ago

    Best broasted chicken in The Northern counties of Minnesota. Great value and atmosphere. Bloody Mary's are their friend.

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    Good broasted chicken, service was good. I got the 12 piece chicken to go. Always seems very busy there. Daily lunch and dinner specials.

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    2 years ago

    Great chicken, burgers and bar food. Best chicken around. Great drinks and service. Nothing fancy. Excellent prices.

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    2 years ago

    Fantastic food and service. It is an absolute must visit whenever I'm in Hugo, Minnesota. Great people and better food.

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    3 years ago

    Great food and drinks. It's been around for years. He fish basket is always good along with the horseshoe burger.

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    Best Broasted Chicken around! Not pretentious and super family friendly. Great service and staff.

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    The broasted chicken is great (as long as it's not over done) and the horseshoe burger is good.

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    The White Rock Lounge

    5.0(2 reviews)
    17.9 miLowertown, Downtown St. Paul

    Took a trip out to the White Rock Lounge to actually see a show. This was my first show here and…read morethe vibe was amazing. I have honestly never heard of these bands because I am not in the metal scene and was most likely the odd one. I did however meet some very cool people and had some amazing conversations. I got a chance to speak to some band members and a chance to purchase some of the Merch. The merchandise was very good quality in my opinion and priced decently for the work put into creating it. The bands Ulkum, Wilbur, and Lungs were incredible. When people who don't understand metal hear the word metal they think a group of people playing very loud then head banging followed by loud screaming and smashing things. All metal is not like that these bands had harmony and played gracefully as well and some of the parts had a romantic melody to them. The bands were very enthusiastic and I learned a lot from some of them and that it was not only metal music that inspired them to play metal. The sound at the white rock lounge was perfect it was not like going to some places where it's so loud that it will rupture your eardrums and the sound technician they had was right on point with making sure things ran smoothly. The metal people are not as unfriendly are people would think and you should not be afraid of them if you take the time to speak to them then you will learn a lot about travel, adventure and music from them. I had an amazing night and the white rock staff was amazing as well as Steve the owner who was all over the place running his business. It's rare these days to have a hands-on owner running around getting his hands dirty and mingling with the people. I plan to check out another show there and try metal karaoke lol. If you have not been here and you live in the area give it a try and come with an open mind. #stpaul #saintpaul #lowertownstpaul #Lowertown #thewhiterocklounge #twrl #yelp #yelpelitesquad #yelpelitesquad #metalmusic #ülküm #lungs #metal #wilbur #heavymetalmusic

    Such a cozy bar! everyone is so welcoming and the owner is wonderful…read more they have lots of drink options including thc beverages which is amazing! can't forget they have live music some nights and trivia!

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    The White Rock Lounge - Entry area some seating

    Entry area some seating

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    Hallway to stage and other parts of place

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    The Camden Social - Bar area- nice to know I could go treat myself and have a single seat

    The Camden Social

    4.2(63 reviews)
    18.6 miNorth

    Had to return for a five star edit bc this spot has only gone up! Love the cigar parties on the…read morepatio in the summer. Live DJs are often playing. The cocktails were always good but have gotten even better. The Is Your Real Name Fonzi is my fave cocktail to pair with one of their cigars. Same with the food. It was always good but is even better now. The wings are fire and the collard dip is a fave. Salmon spaghetti is delicious. Beef tips are great too. There's live r&b and soul music multiple times a week. Great happy hour specials. This spot is a whole vibe. Friendly service. I'm always running into a friend or acquaintance when I go. It's the culture for me plus no foolishness. Love that for US. I love what they've cultivated here.

    You enter through a door in the back of the building where the parking is located. I had…read morepreviously been here for a birthday party outside but had never been inside. Upon entering we were greeted by a woman who was clearly wearing multiple hats as she seemed rushed, a bit off putting and quite frankly distracted. It was Juneteenth the middle of the afternoon and there were maybe 6 people at the bar and one other table besides ours with 2 diners. The person seating us was also our server and the bartender. Menu is small but the items we ordered were all fabulous! Every single one! The collard green dip with cornbread pita chips was absolutely delicious - Think spinach artichoke dip but soul food! The salmon croquettes with lemon herb aioli and arugula salad that accompanied were fresh and light! The catfish sandwich with fries was hot, crispy and well seasoned with fresh lettuce and tomato on a perfectly tender brioche bun. I want to return so bad for the food but it was clear this host, server, bartender and partial cook was pulled in too many directions and that severely compromised our service and gave us stand off energy as first time patrons. I looked it up and she is actually one of the owners. She came across as irritated especially once we didn't order any alcoholic drinks first and then very short and curt following. What took the cake was her telling us she was leaving for the day and needed to close our tab while we were eating. Didn't ask did we want to order anything else and there was another server taking her place and an empty restaurant! My partner had to put his sandwich down wipe his hands pull out his wallet while she stood there impatiently. Then proceeded to linger around hugging her regular bar patrons. It was clear this is a "regulars" spot and if you're not one you're rolling the dice on the service you may or may not get. We were patient and didn't complain because it was Juneteenth and our intention to support black restaurants all weekend. I have many previous years in the industry as a cook, host and GM and I was stunned to know that she was one of the owners when I looked it up. Had planned to return for live music but unfortunately the off putting energy and unwelcoming vibe may have squashed that possibility. I hope they improve service because the food is delicious and deserves attention from a larger and more sophisticated audience.

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    The Camden Social - Can we drink and politic

    Can we drink and politic

    The Camden Social - Camden Wings

    Camden Wings

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    Plush

    3.7(23 reviews)
    16.9 mi

    The music was a whole vibe -- smooth R&B and Hip-Hop set the perfect mood. The service was just…read moreokay, nothing special. There was a bit of a wait, but the food arrived hot and well-seasoned. There are only two single bathrooms, so be prepared for a bit of a wait there as well. And the drinks? Strong, delicious, and definitely did their job. I'd come back just for those alone!

    A few of my friends bragged about the food and I had to try it. Went a little earlier in the day…read morecause I guess it's more lounge l vibes later in the night and I just wanted to sit and eat. They have a parking lot, so easy parking. I didnt make a reservation but walked in and was seated immediately. Dim lights and everything had a hint of purple to it. Definitely like the change from what it was before when crazy Cajun was there. Just a chill kick back spot for food and drinks and good music. I ordered catfish strips and some wings. Didnt realize it was happy hour for wings though, or else I would have got more. It did take a bit for the food to come out but it was hot, fresh and cooked to perfection when it did. Staff was super friendly and helpful. Only issue was I didnt understand the tab at first. In a digital world where we dont get to see the actual tab, I had to ask why it was the price it was. She told me tax, but when I got the actual receipt, it was actually because they added gratuity. I just think being transparent about that goes a long way, and I actually tipped 7% on top of the %15 already on there. Other than that, a really good experience and I would definitely go back for more food.

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    Plush - Fire cracker cauliflower

    Fire cracker cauliflower

    Plush - Catfish strips and fries

    Catfish strips and fries

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