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    Juniper’s Restaurant

    3.6 (23 reviews)
    Open 12:00 pm - 3:00 PM, 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM

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    Delicious and large portion - California Burrito with carne asada.
    Sue B.

    This is a very popular place to eat lunch and dinner. They have a pretty small menu, but they strive to provide quality food. We waited in line inside and the hostess took us to our table outside along the river. Once you're done reviewing the menu, you go inside to place your order. We ordered the California burrito and the special of the day which was a smash burger with Korean sauce. My husband enjoyed the Smashburger, but thought that it would have a little kick to it. Instead, it was only a sweet sauce. It came with a boatload of fries! Next time, we'll ask them to only give us half of the fries. I very much enjoyed the California burrito. It's a very large portion and had delicious crunchy french fries inside. Again, I would ask for half the fries. I ate half the sandwich then opened up the other half and just ate the meat. It was delicious! i'm glad we came for lunch. We met some people who went down for dinner and said that the music was too loud so they didn't stay. The music wasn't too loud at lunchtime.

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    Grace G.

    The food was delicious, while the menu isn't big the stuff that's on it they sure did perfect it!! You do have to order food at a checkout area, that wasn't a big deal for us! The cake in the photo was pretty good. Not too sweet just perfect!! And the ambiance was so cute, I wish we got to sit outside but sadly it was raining. But over all if you're in the area this place is definitely worth the stop!

    Ravioli
    Lisa S.

    Juniper's was our first dinner in Lanesboro. Make reservations as there is limited seating and they do have to turn away walk-up's. When you check in, you are seated with menus. When you've decided what you want to eat, you go up to the counter and order your meal and drinks. Your meal is delivered to your table. It's an easy way to help reduce staff and it's quite efficient. The menu is carefully constructed and is not a vast array of options. I chose the squash ravioli and it was very good. Portions were large but not wasteful. My meal came with two slices of garlic bread, also very good. We started with cheese curds. They were good but would have liked them a little more cooked and crispier. The area is lovely. We sat outside on the patio which overlooked the creek and bridge. Candles set a romantic atmosphere. Staff was welcoming and helpful. Great stop.

    River view

    Great food, great service, wonderful, unique menu selections, delicious food! Beautiful outdoor seating next to the river. Thank you for a great meal!

    Past of the Moment
    Luke G.

    We were absolutely blown away by the hospitality at Juniper's. Last minute they accommodated over a group of 20 (they opened up a section of the restaurant that was closed). I was expecting extraordinary food, but as we sat down we found out that the Chef here (Tyler Shipton) previously worked at some of our FAVORITE restaurants in the twin cities. These restaurants, had amazing reputations for high quality food. The food here surpassed all my expectations. The ingredients are sourced with intentionality, and the food is cooked with delicacy. The fried cauliflower was probably my favorite! It's a little expensive, but worth it! Lastly, the views on the patio are great. You can hear the streams flowing of the root river; it's incredibly soothing. I look forward to returning next year!

    Great variety of well prepared flavorful dishes.
    Jim L.

    We came up to Lanesboro for a few days of biking along the magnificent Root River Trail. The town is small. A few spots to eat and bars along Main Street. Junipers was open and we were glad to have dinner there. Very friendly staff, owners, amazing chef. Fresh farm to table flavorful and abundant presentations. If the salmon with faro, mushroom soup and roasted cauliflower is on the menu we highly recommend these dishes. They offer a great burger. Vegan and veggie choices. Reasonable and nice beer and wine selection as well as a few cocktails. Please support these owners who really love what they do. Next trip we are parked for dinner here again!

    California burrito.
    Barb S.

    Elevated fast casual cuisine. Orders are placed at a counter and brought to the table. Juniper's sits on the banks of the Root River and offers covered, heated seating area. Service was prompt and the staff is very warm and friendly. The food is outstanding!

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    We ate outside on the patio and had the most amazing view of the Root River and picturesque bridge.

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    Root River Unwined

    Root River Unwined

    4.4(21 reviews)
    0.1 mi

    I finally had a chance to go there this past weekend and it was amazing!! My in-laws are regulars…read moreand always telling us about how good it is. Thankfully, we made a reservation so we were able to sit inside and not outside in the hot heat, although there were lots of folks that were sitting at the tables with the umbrellas and seemed to be enjoying themselves immensely! I started with the bourbon and bacon which was stellar!! I loved the bacon so so much. The pepper one was a little bit too peppery for my liking and I still appreciated the chance to try it. I wish I could just get a plate of bacon when I come here because the bacon is so so good. I continued the evening with more pig products and got the pork tenderloin with the maple bourbon glaze and wild rice and asparagus. This was super Duper Duper Duper excellent!! And I totally loved this meal. I was able to complement it with some Sangiovese from I don't remember where but it was also really light and delicious for a summer day. Back to the meal, the asparagus was perfectly cooked and the wild rice had really great flavor. Not surprisingly, I didn't have any room for dessert because I already had lots of food and I also stole a bite of the beef and brisket burger which was excellent along with the french fries that were also very good.

    Nice location and patio. Too bad the menu is limited and overpriced…read more Don't dare complain about your watered out salad dressing. The wealthy owner has thin skin and will take offense. She should not be in the hospitality business.

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    Terza Ristorante - Fettuccine Chicken Alfredo

    Terza Ristorante

    4.1(406 reviews)
    31.9 mi
    $$$

    Tonight was our last night in town and we finally made it to Terza upon the recommendation of our…read moreclient at Mayo Clinic. We were not disappointed!! The greeting and service was excellent. The manager (owner?) came around to genuinely check on our table and all others. The food each of us had was a 5!! I had gluten free penne with grilled chicken, tomatoes and broccolini in olive oil. It was delicious! My friends/colleagues had other pasta dishes they said were wonderful. We look forward to visiting here again on our next visit!

    We were in Rochester visiting our daughter who works at Mayo. We decided to go back to Terza…read moreRistorante for our second time, and it lived up to the positive experience we had a couple years ago. The place has a great feel - dim lighting, open kitchen, good energy without being over the top. Easy spot to settle in and enjoy a meal. Our waiter was excellent for most of the night. He knew the menu well and pointed us toward the handmade pasta over the boxed options. It came with an upcharge, as expected, but worth it. Toward the end of the evening he started disappearing for longer stretches. We weren't in a rush, but it went a little past what you'd want. Food was excellent. I started with the oysters - fresh, cold, clean, with that nice briny hit. For my entrée I had the scallops over fresh pasta with mushrooms and thin crispy potato chips. The scallops were spot on with a good sear and the whole dish came together really well. My wife had the chicken piccata (which I sampled - and really liked), daughter went with the wild mushroom tagliatelle, and her boyfriend had the pappardelle with grilled chicken and scallops. Everyone enjoyed their meals. We also a bruschetta app to start, which was not as flavorful as I expected. The wonderful warm bread disappeared fast. A couple Caesar salads were ordered and received compliments from those who partook. We left full and satisfied. Overall, really good experience and consistent with our first visit. Would recommend and we'll definitely be back.

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    Sapori di Sicilia - Nutrition!

    Sapori di Sicilia

    3.8(42 reviews)
    28.4 mi
    $$

    We stopped in for coffee and pastries. Our coffees were great. The almond croissant was massive…read moreand, while I intended to save it for later, I needed to eat the whole thing after the first delicious bite. Stop here! It's a delight.

    "It's a Sicilian message. It means Luca Brasi sleeps with the fishes." (The Godfather)…read more At Sapori di Sicilia, the message is considerably more appetizing: "Eat the pasta and nobody gets hurt." Walking in for the first time, I half-expected owner Eric Mullen to greet me with cotton-stuffed cheeks and a brooding stare. Instead -- as one Yelp reviewer memorably noted -- Eric looks like he's straight out of Super Mario, more likely to trade you a heavenly mocha for three gold coins than make you an offer you can't refuse. After a four-month pilgrimage to Italy in 2018 to learn the art of Sicilian cooking, Mullen returned to Winona and opened Sapori in 2020, filling a gap in the local food scene roughly the size of a horse head in a mobster's bed. The city desperately needed authentic Italian food, and Sapori delivered. No favors owed. No strings attached. *This time.* Everything here is made by hand: pasta, sauces, bread, pastries, and the gelato. The whole operation, with no shortcuts. The Bronze-cut Pasta: It clings to the sauce with the loyalty of a wartime consigliere who knows exactly where the bodies are buried. The pistachio pesto stands out, though it could use a touch more olive oil or pasta water. A minor grievance that doesn't warrant a trip to the river bottom in concrete shoes. The Pastries and Cakes: Genuinely dangerous. The Mascarpone cheesecake and chocolate cake slice are to die for -- and I mean that in the most Sicilian sense possible. Eat them. Tell no one. The Gelato: Should be under federal investigation. Light, creamy, and so authentically Italian it practically has its own accent. The pale green pistachio is rich, nutty, and deeply serious about its heritage. The Vibe: Warm. Hospitable. A real hit, but with zero cleanup crews required. The Verdict: Leave the gun. And for the love of all that is holy, take the cake and gelato too. You don't need a passport, a secret handshake, or a letter of introduction from a guy who knows a guy. Just show up hungry and show the proper respect.

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    Great River Roadhouse - A look at the thin and crispy crust

    Great River Roadhouse

    4.0(71 reviews)
    43.5 mi
    $$

    Overall, it was a good experience. The vibe is a classic American Lodge type. It's relaxed, laid…read moreback, and inviting to both those who want a drink and families that want to eat pizza together. We were served very quickly and it was attentive. Everyone was very friendly! When asking for special substitutions (regular chicken breast instead of breaded for chicken Parm), they didn't hesitate to help me out. The mozzarella sticks were very good. Not too often you get homemade mozzarella sticks! The chicken Parm was good too. The side salad was a nice touch and was nicely done. Portions were very good, ended up needing a takehome box. Prices were also very good. ~$50 for two sodas, appetizer, and 2 entrees. Would rate this a good experience overall!

    We stopped in for dinner and sat at the bar. We were greated by the bartender and we asked her what…read morethey were know for food wise. She quickly responded "Pizza". We were a little apprehensive since we are from Chicago. We ordered the pizza and an order of Mozz sticks. The pizza crust was crisp and cooked perfectly, was it Chicago pizza? No it wasn't, was it good? Yes it sure was. We took the left overs. The small pizza is huge! The Mozz sticks were good and enough to feed 4 people. Service was very friendly and personable. This a great spot to stop in for pizza and beers, giving off sports like pizza spot vibes.

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    Great River Roadhouse - Side of garlic bread comes with delicious marinara sauce

    Side of garlic bread comes with delicious marinara sauce

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    Bluff Country Co-op - Bulk Department

    Bluff Country Co-op

    4.7(17 reviews)
    28.6 mi
    $$

    Came to Winona to ice climb for a few days with a pal. Drove 4 hours and we didn't have time to…read morepack much food after work so we were nervous about healthy and nourishing options in a small community during COVID. A quick search led us to the co-op. Their website has the daily menu posted which was extremely helpful (and tantalizing!) Their hours were reasonable given the season and the options plentiful. Both days of chilly, cold climbing ended with trips to the co-op for fresh organic veggies, fruit, as well as chocolate and snacks. But also with a HOT MEAL which was so appreciated by us. We took everything to our hotel room and feasted. Everything was delicious and the staff was so friendly and wonderful. The kitchen space (which was open and visible) was clean, organized and smelled great. The soups were awesome also and the leftovers from the day prior were available to take home and heat (so we were able to try one we thought we missed from the day prior - lucky us!) We enjoyed everything and love the prepackaged salads and desserts as well as the mains. The whole place was easy to navigate and had wonderful options. We know we have a good option for healthy, organic, and plant-based food during our next visit to Winona to climb which we are already looking forward to. Kudos to the staff of this co-op and to the community for supporting such a wonderful establishment. Winona is an impressive little community that should continue to support the outdoor activities year round it can host. We were glad to bring our dollars and our business to the community thanks to the folks running the ice climbing park and this awesome co-op.

    I recently checked out this co-op with my wife while we were in Winona. This place featured a solid…read moreselection of healthy grocery store items. It features a decent Smoothie Bar too as well as other fair price grocery items. Staff here was pretty friendly and the shelves were very well organized. Overall, I thought this was an above average co-op with checking out!

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    Bluff Country Co-op - Our produce department prioritizes organic and locally grown fruits and vegetables.

    Our produce department prioritizes organic and locally grown fruits and vegetables.

    Bluff Country Co-op - Salad Bar, Hot Bar & Juice/Smoothie Bar

    Salad Bar, Hot Bar & Juice/Smoothie Bar

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