Inside looked like an old-fashioned Cabin. Service is good…read moreand friendly I had the walleye fingers and the cheese curds. My friend had the nachos. Everything tastes good it was nothing that was like over the top or I thought was really special, but satisfies a belly.

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 have celiacs so I like that I have some options there. Doesn't have a gluten free menu but found…read morelots to choose from. The others with me had wings and nachos and couldn't stop raving about them.

Excellent service. We arrived at 2pm and the staff was able to quickly seat a table of…read moreten....without reservation. The Tap house was moderately busy and the atmosphere was inviting. We took a few minutes to order as the age range of our group was 12-73 years of age. The waitress was kind, and patient as we ordered. After ordering the food came quickly. We had a variety off the menu ranging from Salad to rice bowels and three different types of burgers. The Food and service was excellent! The manager came and asked how the meal was and was very pleasant. Prices were reasonable and portions were huge. I highly recommend this establishment and we will come back again.

Great place to get a bacon cheese burger and have a couple drinks lovely places service was…read moreGreat

Great 1/2 pound Burgers Drinks are strong and reasonably…read morepriced Meat Raffle on Sunday afternoons are a great time with friends and neighbors

Great local pub with incredible volleyball courts. They have several outside courts with manicured…read moresand. Tables surround the courts for the spectators. Inside is spacious with lots of tables and booths. Beers come in chilled steins. There's a good menu, but we didn't try any food. Definitely recommend to check it out during their volleyball league play.

We came here as a party of 10 a couple weeks ago. The staff accommodated us by putting tables…read moretogether as they do not have any tables that seat more than 6 comfortably. I thought the food was pretty good and the staff was friendly. Very affordable food, I got a Cuban, fries, and a Tito's soda for $21. In the winter they have curling outside and volleyball in the summer. Very popular place to be on a Saturday afternoon!

Great place after visiting and meeting a few folks. Enjoyed the people and the welcoming…read moreatmosphere.

Cool billiard bar. Was in town for a 50th bday party at the neighboring Holiday Inn and came here…read moreto kill some time (aka pre-game). Bartender was friendly, place was clean, would definitely come back.

World's slowest service. They looked annoyed to serve us. It was midday on a Friday, not busy, and…read moreit was like pulling teeth to get service. Chips were stale as hell and portions were weak for the price. Won't be back.

This newly opened, mid sized bar located in downtown Prior Lake is definitely a great spot to…read morehangout, watch the game, and catch up with some old friends. I went with a couple of buddies and we sat at the bar, the bartender was very friendly and was telling us stories about the busy night she had on Christmas Day. I ended up getting a mixed drink called the Delorean which was Guinness mixed with Skrewball. The drink itself was strong yet good, and they had a promo going on so I ended up getting the whole thing for just a dollar. They had sándwich and other food options as well but I just went for the drink. Overall, I would definitely recommend this place if you're spending anytime in Prior Lake.

The Pillbox Tavern is an absolute MUST STOP if you're in downtown St. Paul!!! What a fantastic…read morebar/restaurant that has a little something for everyone. If Jenn and Chad are bartending, you're In for a treat. Fantastic customer service, bartenders that smile and seem to enjoy their craft as they work. I was in St. Paul for 5 days and spent 3 of my dinners there. N/A beer selection was a nice plus. They carry an impressive line of Tap beers from all over the country and their kitchen backs its reputation with great quality food! (Full bar, plenty of liquor and a great wine selection also) There's plenty of outdoor seating available also along the street, which is an open-air compliment to the restaurant. TV's cover every spot you could ask for, with a MONSTER main screen on the bar wall.... Not sure its size, but it would be calculated in feet, not inches! There is not a plethora of options in St. Paul for restaurants, especially in the downtown area. The Pillbox is walking distance to the Grand Casio Arena which is fantastic and most downtown hotels are only a 5-7 minute walk away. I spent 19 years in the restaurant business. From doorman, to buss boy, server, to bar tender, bar manager to general manager, I've managed restaurants similar to the Pillbox Tavern. I openly and publicly give them a huge shout out for their customer service, food quality and atmosphere....and additional kiddos for the upbeat environment their staff portrays. If Jen and Chad ever move to Chicago, they could write their own tickets In restaurant management or ownership. If you're looking for a place because your visiting, this is YOUR ONE STOP SHOP! If you are local and haven't tried it yet, you need to establish a new watering hole! If you're lucky enough to meet regulars like Tony and his wife at the bar, you Might just be rubbing elbows with some of the nicest people in St. Paul! Cheers to enjoying a smile on the rocks with new friends at The Pillbox Tavern. -Brad

Great spot for a lovely dinner in downtown St Paul. My friend and I sat at a high top table on the…read moreedge of the inside portion of the restaurant. It was a drizzly evening so we opted for inside but with garage doors were all open. Our waitress was great. She was helpful and nice. The food/drinks were quickly served to us. I ordered the margarita (comes with a buzz button) and the Big Bang Shrimp Tacos (gf). Everything was absolutely delicious! The tacos are served on corn tortillas (3). The sauce on the tacos is to die for. Marg was great and came with a buzz button which I've had before elsewhere but that was a fun addition to my cocktail. It kind of tingles the inside of your mouth when you chew on it. It lingers for a couple of minutes (the tingle sensation). I'm looking forward to coming back cause their menu looks ahhmazing. Cheers!

The service was great, we came right when it opened but the bar filled up quickly! There is tons of…read morestreet parking with handicap parking right outside the back door, which has a ramp into the building for easier access! The bathrooms have multi stalls and were spacious. For being a typical dive bar, they have a working fireplace in the corner to keep it a cozy atmosphere for Minnesota Winters!

The staff is rude. Food is not great, been pretty dirty every time I've been here too.read more

Hidden gem in downtown North Branch. Don't let the outside fool you (looks like old supermarket)…read morethis place is great! Soups and salad dressings homemade, excellent wings and burgers, and tried the appetizer mushrooms which were out of this world (not all breaded like other places, just lightly crisped and seasoned). Super clean, comfy inside, and they have so many big TV's to watch sports. Prices were surprisingly reasonable. Give this place a try!

Great burgers! Friendly staff and atmosphere. We Look forward to having breakfast (weekends only)…read moreas the prices are reasonable & portions are big! We Will return for sure.

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. _____