We visited over the weekend for brunch and made a reservation a few days ahead of time. The place…read morewas relatively busy but parking was still plentiful (we drive by often and see it packed to the point of parking on the street nearby). The spicy green beans had a nice snap to them and the sauce was well balanced. I was happy to see the fried pickles were spheres instead of spears so they were easy to eat. The wagyu sliders were flavorful, juicy, and the toppings paired nicely. The waffle fries and seasoned sour cream are a must when visiting Maynard's.

I can't decide on where to land on the number of stars for this Maynards location…read more The location is easy to get to, there is ample parking, the restaurant is clean, and the service is friendly, attentive, and prompt. So really, it kind of came down to the food. The food is unremarkable for the most part. Nothing really stood out as something one would write home about. It is really on par with Applebee's or other restaurant chains. The French Onion soup was a hot bowl of semi-salty, onion-infused beef broth with a piece of baguette topped with gruyere or Swiss cheese. It's fine and presented as one would expect. The Reuben was in the same boat as the soup. It was a Reuben, and nothing stood out. Bottom line for this place is, if you are looking for a place that is consistent in what is plated for you, and are looking for a quick meal, this is your place. I would eat here again if I could not think of another option in this neck of the woods.

We had reservations for 6pm on Mother's Day We were not…read moreseated until almost 7. Then we had to sit out in the patio unless we wanted to wait even longer. Asked if they could turn on the outdoor heaters. "I'll ask the manager" Heat was not turned on for over an hour. They had run out of the chicken and French fries. We had to adjust our menu selections. Waiting over 50 minutes for our food. The servers were great and the food was good But management needs to improve.

Eaten here three times now, two via delivery and one in-person. Overall the food is very good and…read moreservice was friendly and fast. It was "Bargo" night the third time we went (Bar Bingo) and it was busy and noisy! Highlight for me are the wings, really big, crispy and a generous serving size. Best I've had in a long time. Otherwise I've really enjoyed the Pot Roast Stroganoff, delicious comfort food meal and the Parmesan Chicken was also very good.

Busy (be prepared to wait approx. 20 minutes for a table depending on your party size, but worth…read morethe wait) little Classic Mom & Pop Cafe. Old school big skillets, HUGE pancakes, strongest coffee on the planet, haha. You can even buy things like bird feeders, pot holders and more too. I ordered the Country Fried Steak which was a big portion, seasoned perfectly with freshly made gravy, I asked for "crispy" hash-browns and got crispy hash-browns. . I tried the cranberry wild rice bread which was delicious. My over easy eggs cooked perfectly too. Great to see a Classic Cafe still going strong. Only input to improve is updating the cushions in the booths. Follow me for more reviews. @JDMinneapolis

We took the opportunity to grab breakfast on a Friday morning, since my husband and I were both off…read morework. We figured most places would be busier because it was the day after New Year's Day. We waited just under 15 minutes to be seated. The staff did the best they could to accommodate each party that came in, while moving through the line to fill tables quickly. I will say the café is on the tighter side. The booths are small, and the tables...well, they're kinda on top of each other. A couple who frequents the café recommended we try the "Fritter Toast". It comes in three flavors. We ordered the blueberry and let me tell you, KNOCK OUT! I wish I had only ordered that! I did order a breakfast special and it was okay. Nothing out of the ordinary for a breakfast joint. The food came relatively quickly and the portion size was big! Especially the pancakes. I will say, and other reviewers say the same, if you're looking for a small town feel, with friendly staff, Lindas' has some work to do. We didn't feel welcomed. Some of the staff were down right crabby and standoffish. If we don't go back, I won't be sad. But, I will need to figure out a way to get my hands on the fritter toast.

This is always a good stop for us as we travel North. Tonight my hubby had the beef barley soup and…read morewe shared the Chicken Fried Chicken, it was delicious and the veggies were perfectly al dente and fresh. Service was a bit slower tonight but there were a lot of people who had been Christmas shopping in the area. We sat at the bar to avoid a wait. With such a crowd it was a little noisier but certainly to be expected . We will visit again and again!

I haven't been in this restaurant since it became a Clive's Roadhouse. I liked the place but I…read morethink the food leaves something to be desired. The smoky beef sandwich was light on beef and was over salted. It did smell really good and the slaw wasn't bad. I also had a chicken nugget appetizer that was overly crispy. My wife loved her Salad, Crispy Chicken dinner and margarita.

Otsego really needed a local brewery and Ripple Effect knocked it out of the park!…read more Confession, I still haven't tried their beer after visiting a dozen times or more, but it's only because their flavored seltzers are always on point! Great use of space with ample seating. They always bring local entertainment, have a rotation of awesome food trucks, TVs showing local/national sports, and plenty of board games to keep you entertained. Be prepared for rotating/seasonal options, but please go check them out. They've done a wonderful job at repurposing the old Hardee's building.

Ripple Effect is a fantastic taproom in Rogers. They have it all. Seltzers of almost every flavor…read more Beers from light to dark, hoppy to fruity. Everyone will find something they like at Ripple Effect. They don't serve food but have a steady rotation of food trucks. They have games to entertain the kiddos (young and old), and are dog friendly. I am definitely going to make Ripple Effect my go to brewery from now on.

Mike was our server and made the whole experience great! He really stands out as a waiter. Food was…read moregood as well, very fairly priced and we enjoyed our time. It was quiet and pleasant on a Sunday afternoon. I Recommend it!

Korean Fried Chicken = Goooooooood. All jokes aside, I…read moreforgot to take a photo of the dish before we picked up the fork. So, apologies for the aftermath. RSocial is always a win and even better small time vibe! The service is great, menu selection is aplenty and guaranteed tasty dish!

Parking was easy and we were able to get a table right away. There is a wide variety of beers and…read moretwo sizes to choose from. Our food was delivered right away. One of my friends needed hers heated up because it was lukewarm. The ambiance was terrific.

Every year around Darkness Days, Short or Tall Eatery gets hooked up with a bunch of Surly Darkness…read morekegs. Think vintage Darkness, all the variants, and even some barrel aged versions. If I get a chance, its fun to go try some of the older variants and vintages of Darkness to see how they old up. It helps as well that Short or Tall does flights! I enjoyed five different pours of Darkness: Gimme S'More Darkness (2021): An Imperial Stout, Darkness, aged on Vanilla and Cinnamon aged in Bourbon Barrels reminiscent of a liquid s'more. Darkness (2016): An Imperial Stout aged for nearly ten years. A little thin bodied, which occurs over time, and a ton of sherry notes. Darkness (2025) Barrel-Aged: An Imperial Stout aged in Elijah Craig Bourbon Barrels and Creative Oak French Oak. The OG version of this year's BA Darkness. Chocolate Limoncello Darkness (2024): An Imperial Stout with Cacao and Lemon Puree hitting French Oak for a while as well. This is a weird one for sure. Vietnamese Coffee Darkness (2020): An Imperial Stout, Darkness, infused with Organic Robusta and Arabica Coffees from UP Coffee Roasters (local to MN), Vanilla Beans, and Coconut. It was aged in Rum Barrels. This one is an absolute delight and my first time trying it! My favorite of the flight. _____

Went to the Millside last night with friends and thoroughly enjoyed the evening. The food was…read moregreat! The owner gave us personalized service and the atmosphere was pleasant. We will definitely stop again!

I ordered a BLT which you would think should look a little well presented. It looked like…read moresomething a six year old would put together. Two thirds of the sandwich was outside the bread. The bread was quite small and unappealing. No wheelchair access. My friend & the server had to maneuver my scooter into the place via the backdoor and then with difficulty. The server was friendly, but that didn't make up for the sandwich and difficult entrance. Will not be back.

This was my first time at Freddy's, and we stopped by to get a couple of shakes after dinner. The…read moreordering process was quick and easy, but we ended up waiting way too long behind a car that it was having some sort of issue in the drive-through. We both like our shakes, want a peppermint, seasonal, and one hot fudge Oreo shake. The size was really nice and small, as to not be overwhelming. The flavor was great and I would definitely try Freddy's again!

I was very pleasantly surprised! I like Freddy's in general but the service was extra good today. I…read moredon't drink pop, so when I was offered a cup for water that made me extra happy. I would have forgotten about it! Also the water has its own spout instead of connected to one of the drinks, so it comes out just as water! I love the shoe string fries and the spicy chicken sandwich hits it just right for me. I also decided to get a little custard with a brownie and it was also very good. Sadly this place is a good 30 minutes away from me so I can't go more often, but it can be a once in a long while treat.