Food was good but service wasnt even close to 'average', & you also have to fight off the flies in the place.

Hip downtown Mankato restaurant with fresh scratch food and great cocktails. The chicken and waffles were fantastic. Mimosa flight was fun. Service was good. We all enjoyed our meals. read more

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It's a nice place for a small town and the service was good. The food was my favorite part but the menu seemed a little limited to me. read more

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We stopped here on our way to visit our childhood home and neighborhood. Open, bright and airy, and the lunch crowd was in full effect, so we were hopeful! Our server was friendly and attentive... we placed our kids' orders.... then our drink orders that came pretty soon after. Then everything came to a slow crawl.... Since it was open kitchen, we watched all the other new orders get passed through. It was probably 30 additional minutes before the kids' flat burger came and our Cobb salad and plain Jane burger. Nothing major to report in terms of the taste. The slow kitchen timing left us looking around wondering why. Training new kitchen staff? The servers were all huddling around the pass through window as well waiting to bring out the entrees. We prob won't be returning to Mankato for awhile. It has a lot of potential if the kitchen and serving staff could synergize! read more

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This is a gem of a restaurant. Glorious food, exceptional staff and great ambiance. Everything here is delicious; you can't go wrong with anything you order here. Was in Mankato for 5 days and ate there 3 times: brunch, lunch and dinner!Can't say enough of this place. If you live in or near Mankato (or are passing by) make the time to go to Nolabelle, you are not going to regret it. Do make reservations for Sunday brunch; place gets packed. On the other hand, if you don't have a reservation, they will still accommodate you if you are willing to wait. read more

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The round is over. They brought the heat. We have a victor. Winner Winner, Chicken Dinner. And the Nolabelle tolls for its own victory... ;) Cuz this food was good Join me on a quick trip down to 'Kato for this modern, minimalist establishment. Here's the lineup: Spicy Fried Chicken Sandwich with buttermilk fried chicken, sriracha mayo, local pickles, kale + apple slaw, toasted brioche bun Peach and Bacon Grilled Cheese with house-made peach preserves, goat cheese, thick-cut bacon, thinly sliced jalapeños, grilled multigrain Pretzel-Battered Goat Cheese Balls with roasted garlic marinara I had the chicken sandwich, and man that motherclucker was delicious XD An excellent crispy fried coating and the creamy, kickin' mayo were true memory-makers. The tang of a unique slaw and locally made pickles did wonders for this 'wich as well My buddy had the sweet heat combo of jalapeños on a peach and bacon grilled cheese. He said it was a heavenly handheld, only for those who can handle a little spice, but he holds that the smoothness of the goat cheese slightly tamed the flames And as for the appetizer--The salty properties of a pretzel batter took this dish up a spectacular step. Appearing as an elevated play on cheese curds, the garlic marinara brings needed savory notes to these spherical specialties. Get these for sure, but the richness makes me recommend they be shared Nothing negative about Nolabelle! It's got the feel of an Apple Store and the food of a five-star restaurant. Stop by next time you head south of the cities for an affordable yet luxurious bite read more

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Good service and great food. Outdoor seating is enjoyable. Salmon was nicely prepared.

Lovely spot in downtown Mankato! We stopped here for breakfast and really enjoyed the friendly and cute atmosphere. Service was amazing - the staff were so friendly!! I got the farm hash which had tender brisket and homeade peach preserves for the toast - highly recommend! I also got a double espresso with oat milk. My mom got the yogurt parfait which is to die for as it has a crème brûlée type crust on the top. Very reasonably priced and good portions. Their menu has unique twists on classics. Would love to come here for dinner next! read more

Nolabelle Kitchen + Bar - Farm Hash - Burgers Near Me - Mankato, Minnesota

Based on the good reviews and the unique menu, we were pretty excited to check this place out but feel like we wasted our money here, which we were sad about because there's a lot of potential here. The hostess when we walked in was extremely friendly. The menu had some unique options which had me intrigued. My husband ordered the Cuban sandwich with fries and I ordered the Blueberry Chicken Tacos. My biggest complaint is that our waitress was one that did the "sneaky" upcharges (ex. "Would you like ketchup, aioli, or anything with your fries?" without telling you that aioli is a $1 upcharge even though ketchup which they gave us anyway isn't) which always bothers me. Their expensive aioli, by the way, was just a bad mayo that had clearly been sitting out in the dish for too long. They also charge $3 just to sub the chips for regular fries, which now makes a Cuban with fries $19 ($20 with the mayo) which is kind of absurd. The food was good but didn't blow me away. I liked the blueberry chicken tacos with the blueberry sauce and brussels sprouts, but they tasted bland, like they needed more salt. The Cuban was also good, but I've had far better Cubans elsewhere that don't cost so much. Service, aside from the sneaky upcharging, was not very good either as she only had one other table and only checked on us once as she passed by at the very end of our meal. So overall, I feel like this place has so much potential to be great with their unique menu, but bad service and mediocre food left us where we wouldn't go back. read more

I would give the restaurant 6 stars if it were an option Bent River Outfitters recommended the restaurant for dinner. Hubby & I were not disappointed. Service was prompt & on spot! Short rib egg rolls for an appetizer were AMAZING! They were not greasy at all! The spicy sauce was spicy but very good! We both ordered the walleye with the risotto & sautéed spinach. It was Excellent! Although hubby swears it was Lake Perch. Regardless, this was our favorite meal on vacation! read more

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That's such amazing place! We ordered avocado toast and chicken waffles, these are unreal delicious combinations, we highly recommend trying the waffles with chicken, the combination of honey, waffles and chicken is unreal! avocado toast was fresh and very tasty, we will definitely come again! I also really liked the interior, big windows, very bright room and loft style, it's very very nice and vibey, and separately for the waitress, we were served by a girl with black and red hair, if you're reading this, you're incredibly nice and a very nice person , this place has definitely become our favorite and it's 10/10! read more

Nolabelle Kitchen + Bar - Burgers Near Me - Mankato, Minnesota

This gem of a restaurant is located in downtown Mankato. Their food and service is as good as any big city restaurant. Great patio and the food selection is amazing. Had a burger and it was one of the better ones I have had in a while. read more

Our lunch was very taste! Service was friendly and knowledgeable. The ambiance was clean and contemporary. We definitely recommend it! read more

Nolabelle Kitchen + Bar - Thai Salad - Burgers Near Me - Mankato, Minnesota

We came into town for a friend's wedding and found this place on a TikTok video. Boy are we glad we did! It is very rare that I find a restaurant where I want one of everything on the menu and this place is just that! We went for lunch on Friday and ended up coming back for Brunch on Saturday as well! The food, staff and atmosphere are all a 10/10!! (I even tried to convince the owner to franchise a location in my town.) Just go and eat, you will not be disappointed! read more

Nolabelle Kitchen + Bar - Bacon apricot and goat cheese grilled cheese - Burgers Near Me - Mankato, Minnesota

We had a delicious meal at Nolabelle for dinner for our birthdays. I tried the walleye and risotto and my husband had the bacon spaghetti with chicken. We tried the Moscow mule and old fashion as well, amazing! Highly recommend read more

Nolabelle Kitchen + Bar - Walleye with risotto - Burgers Near Me - Mankato, Minnesota

Nolabelle Kitchen + Bar was a great place to have brunch on a Sunday morning! They abided by Covid guidelines, wearing masks and enforcing social distancing, which was reassuring. I had the Breakfast Your Way, with scrambled eggs, multigrain toast, bacon, and potatoes. The potato's were amazing and the highlight of the meal for everyone I was with, they were cooked to perfection and had a lot of great flavor. Everything else was very good, as well! Another member of my party had the avocado toast, which was delicious as well! She really loved the multigrain toast it was served on. The service was quick and friendly, the food was great, and everyone abided by Covid guidelines. Overall, this was a great place to eat!! read more

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Finally Mankato has a creative menu a few steps beyond wings and burgers. This menu will please foodies not just local to Mankato, but those from the Twin Cities and beyond. In our first visit we opted to share small plates. The Tempura Shrimp, Carcuterie Plate and Short Rib Dumplings were all great. The staff was friendly, attentive and engaging. We will definitely be back! read more

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The service was pretty good, and the restaurant and restrooms were clean. The food was ok. I got the spicy chicken sandwich and I got bored eating it. It was a little bland for me. The salad was good and fresh. The mojito was good. It's nice to see Mankato get some nicer restaurants. read more

Great food. Their vegan chocolate ganache cake is to die for. Beignets we're amazing too. Plain Jane Burger is always a hit and great with anyone that swings in. Their waffle nuggets took me by surprise. Seriously great! Service is always prompt and helpful. Such a great vibe there. read more

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Made a reservation the night before and enjoyed breakfast this morning. I had included a note we were celebrating my mom's birthday with the reservation and really appreciated that both staff members helping us, wished her a Happy Birthday. Food was great (two classic eggs plates for my folks and I had the Eggs Benedict and virgin Bloody Mary). We liked what we think was apple jelly, but we forgot to ask. In and out in about 40 minutes. read more

Great food. Nice atmosphere. We enjoyed the unique food. Must try! Our family will be back. My VERY picky 19 year old even found an item she would eat and liked it. read more

Amazing food, great selection and such friendly service and atmosphere. I'll definitely come back!

Lovely little restaurant in the heart of Mankato. Tables outside for warm weather. The food here is expertly made and presented and it's delightfully unusual. It is peaceful and friendly. Make reservations when there is a hockey game or when downtown expects to be busy. read more

After visiting again I am sad to say I cannot change my earlier rating. I went to dinner at Nolabelle with friends this past weekend hoping to give it another shot. We were sat promptly. We all ordered cocktails to start. My mule was good but two of my friends said their drinks were very watery and flavorless. My other friend had a latte and said it was only alright. The waitress took our orders and didn't write any of it down, which is always a bad sign for me at restaurants. Explains why two of our four meals were messed up. We waited over 30 minutes for our food in a half full restaurant (it's also a very small restaurant maybe 15 tables). One meal was completely wrong and mine was served with chips when I had asked for the fries. I ordered the fried chicken sandwich. It's was good, nothing to rave about, and about a quarter of the chicken was fat. My friends felt the same way about their meals. Items they usually enjoyed were tasting more subpar. We did all split two orders of the Beignets for dessert and they were very good. Nice and fluffy. Overall, my rating still sits at a 3. The food is alright but I wouldn't go out of my way for it. read more

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This is one of Mankato's high end restaurant but the only one with a very modern vibe. The food is good but not overly delicious they are also not consistent with their flavors. Feel it's overpriced due to the very simple flavor and the small portions. Their menu is very limited very few select items. My guess it's due to the owner growing its own veggies and organic meats. This is more for bringing dates or special occasions. The service is excellent all the servers are very nice. read more

Amazing food and service. Definitely a place to check out if you are in Mankato. Reservations highly recommended

We recently celebrated our daughters college graduation from MSUM. We made a reservation for 15 then 17 and finally 18 people. We knew that it may be a little tricky as this is not a huge restaurant, but they were more than accommodating, kept the group together and provided excellent service. Our server Dillion was nothing sha amazing. The commencement was running late and I was nervous about the group size and seating, and people coming at different times. It could not have been any easier from the hostesses to the extra servers that helped bring out hors d'oeuvres and cocktails. Everyone was so helpful and patient! We received numerous compliments from our family on how good the food and service was and what a great choice we made for the celebration. Thank you Nollabelle and Dillion for helping us mark this important day on a perfect note! read more

Great food, great service, clean, nice atmosphere. Found on Yelp, tried the waffle & some crispy bacon, very good.

This place is so cute! The service was a bit slow, but the quality of food and the kindness of the server made up for it. I'd definitely go back. read more

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The waitress I had was so friendly and it was really speedy service. The food was good and I got to try some new things. It was clean, looked fresh, etc. It can be pricy but it is an excellent place. read more

Excellent food and service! Love it here! A little pricy but I believe the food is worth the cost.

If you show up 30 mins before they advertised closing time they will tell you they're closed. They should change their advertised closing time. read more

We will definitely come back! Service was special and food was top notch! We got short rib egg rolls and spicy fried chicken. Im looking forward to next time! read more

We had the short rib egg rolls for an appetizer and they were delicious. Recommend the homemade in house lemonade. Entrees were the peach + bacon grilled cheese and the spicy chicken sandwich. They were awesome. Service was good overall! read more

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Our favorite place when we're visiting from California. Love the delicious veggie options on the menu. The staff is friendly and attentive even when the place is packed and they are crazy busy. Thank you! read more

On a recent trip to Mankato, we stopped in for lunch and were treated to a delicious meal with a beautiful presentation. Fresh ingredients, a thoughtful menu, and several items were gluten free (I have Celiac). We had egg rolls, apple salad, turkey and avocado sandwich, and the best Brussels sprouts I've ever had. The restaurant was modern and casual, and the staff were friendly and helpful. We enjoyed our lunch so much we came back the next night for dinner! Highly recommend!! read more

Still a favorite for us! This is as close to big city ambiance you can get in Mankato. The waitstaff is well trained and knowledgeable about the interesting new additions to the menu. The Brussel Sprout appetizer continues to be an absolute must for us. Otherwise we try what ever is new. read more

Great food and service. If I was at home, I would have licked my plate!! We will come back when in Mankato.

Have been here 5 times, each time I'm more and more impressed. On my most recent visit, Mother's Day 2021 brunch was amazing! Great selection!! Since updating the menu, now have vegan options and more options for the non egg eaters. The mimosa flight always hits the spot!! read more

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The mimosa flight was fantastic! All 4 were delicious in there own unique way. Sadly that was the best part of my meal. I ordered the buttermilk fried chicken over cheddar waffles with spicy honey. My personal favorite part of a waffle is the crispy exterior and the pillowy inside. This was just a soft waffle, which leads me to believe the waffle iron was not hot enough. Over all the whole dish there was a lack of seasoning and the chicken was pretty dry. I also did not notice even a hint of spicy honey. It wasn't bad per say, the food just wasn't good. I was disappointed. I will definitely give it another try, maybe it was an off day and next time I will try something different and hope for better results. read more

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