Absolutely incredible drinks! This was the best espresso martini I've had! A nice spot with various…read moresearing options like tables, bar seats, and cozy couches. Our bartender was so kind and willing to accommodate to special requests and every drink she brought out was absolutely delicious. I highly recommend dropping in for a drink or two!

I've been wanting to try this place for a while but we're usually in Crosby in the morning. Not my…read moreideal time for a cocktail, and besides, they are closed then. Knowing it would likely be the spring when I'm back again we made a special trip to celebrate my nephew's birthday. Cool vibe inside. Lots of black on black, which I like. Music was 80's rock, which I don't like, but appropriate for who was in there. The barkeeps were very good - friendly and made excellent cocktails. My nephew and I had smoked old fashioneds (his first!) and my sister had a margarita. We all agreed they were delicious. I'd very happily come back here! Recommend.

The food was largely amazing in a good way. The service was particularly disappointing. Our meal…read moretook over two hours, and it very much seemed that the staff believed "sorry we are busy" and a free desert would make it all better. More details below. The food was excellent, except for the falafel. I've never had falafel before that wasn't crispy on the outside. I'm not sure if the dish sat for a while before being served, or if The Pines simply serves it non-crispy. It was soggy. The great food included: Chicken, Scampi, Sea Bass, Walleye Tempura, Popovers, Potatoes, Beets, Cauliflower. All of these were excellent and everyone at our table was so pleased. The service: I'm not sure if I will return. It is unlikely. Our initial round of food appeared very quickly. Things slowed down after that. The rest of the food took an eternity to arrive. I truly considered asking for the bill and leaving before our mains, but we were treating friends. My tiny water glass kept going empty, and finally someone asked if we would like a carafe of water. Yes, yes indeed. Beverages were in general slow. We were told that we would receive a free desert, and asked for the menu. When she came to see what we might order, we had to ask for the menu a second time. More slow. What fun. I privately let our server know I was quite disappointed prior to the bill arriving. I was crystal clear before we ordered that I was to receive the bill. The bill was left on the table with one of my guests. I provided my credit card, and again the bill was left with my female guest. Did you even look at my name on the card (an obviously male name).

I am sad that I live so far away from Grand Rapids because that means that I don't get to enjoy…read morethis delicious restaurant nearly enough! The restaurant itself is bright and inviting, the staff is super attentive and friendly and the food is fresh and innovative. Their Risotto was one of my favorite dishes I have ever had and I am still dreaming about the popovers. There is also a speakeasy in the basement and the drinks are delicious! Upscale workout being stuffy. Loved everything about our visit!

I've been coming to the Spaulding for 10 years now, they're always expanding their selection of…read morebeers on tap, and liquor selection. They Currently have about 20 beers on tap.They have a great pulltab selection, and there are frozen pizzas you can order. They have bingo on Sundays that is a dollar a card it's fun.

On a recent visit to Crosby, I was lucky enough to find the Spalding Bar & Lounge. This place is a…read moregem. A true "top tier" dive bar. With wonderful bartenders, an occasional pig roast, and off-sale liquor available on site, one would be hard pressed to present a better alternative for Crosby night life. My only warning: be aware of their pull tabs, they are addictive and fun. (Thankfully, all "proceeds" go to the local fire department....)

It's always a fun evening at Norway Ridge: great food, service and those special ice cream drinks!…read more Yum, yum!!

The service was great the food was very good the ambiance was wonderful. The value paid for the…read morevalue received was high.

Amazing experience! If you love specialty home made drinks this is your place. These drinks will…read moreknock your socks off! I will spend my money with these amazing drinks from their distillery. We love the vibe here! Games are welcome along with the food of your choice, bring your favorite food to pair along with your favorite cocktail. Our local hangout go to! Cheers!!

Amazing cocktails I love their signature drinks of the…read moreday. The service is great too. I'll be back

Only one of the few restaurants in breezy point available if you are looking for somewhere to go…read moreout for drinks and food. The food is basic bar food so not amazing but fills the cravings when you don't want to cook yourself. The area is very nice, dock your boat or walk by, seating indoors and outdoors. Sit inside if you've had too much sun. Live concerts and many events happening all the time. Good vibes. Great place for parents to come chill and have a drink after spending time with the kids all day. Kids can play on beach while parents sit and relax. They have a huge bonfire outside for anyone to enjoy. You can enjoy the beach without buying anything from the restaurant too.

While staying at Breezy Point Resort it seemed inevitable that we would eat at this restaurant. We…read moresat outside to enjoy the beautiful view of the lake on a very nice day. The service is kind of slow, but the waitress was super nice when she finally got to us. The chicken tenders with wings and waffle fries were pretty good. The coleslaw that we got was small but very tasty, and the outside chairs were quite comfortable. We also went back to see the Elvis impersonator and got there just in time to secure a table. Apparently, it's best to come at least an hour early! To keep the table, you must order food or drinks since the show is very popular and wildly entertaining.

Amazing girls weekend at Cragun's! Our room was perfect perfectly clean with a beautiful view of…read morethe lake. I had the best walleye tacos at the new Lakeside Grill and fun cocktails. They've had live music on the beach one evening, a remodeled lobby and coffee bar to enjoy. We have not been here in many years. It was fun to see the retro touches that remain such as indoor pool and awesome carpeting :-) with many updates as well. It was great to be back. We kayaked, paddleboarded, and went in Nisswa for a great day of shopping.

General - I had a work conference onsite in May and stayed onsite with family while attending the…read moreconference. Location - You have to drive for a bit outside of Brainerd/Baxter but you are right on the beautiful shores of Gull Lake. If you don't know anything about Gull Lake, it is one of the top lakes in the area. Big and beautiful lake - great for boating, fishing and swimming. Rooms & Building - This place has been around for quite some time and still gives off those old school lake resort vibes. I used to come here as a kid for a weekend getaway and some of the things have not changed one bit. Ha. All in all, they have kept up with maintenance for the most part. The rooms do show wear and tear but for how old they buildings actually are, you would expect worse. I kind of like the old-fashioned classic look - gives the building more history and a story than if they would bulldoze it and build modern. Amenities - The resort is loaded with things to do including a full-size gymnasium and ball court, a couple pools, arcade, hot tub, outdoor recreational activities, golf course, etc. Food - There are a few bars and restaurants onsite. We got pizza one night for dinner at the poolside restaurant and it was pretty good. Large size and priced very fairly for resort food. Vibe - Easy going and super friendly staff. No complaints. Reality vs. Online - Pictures that I saw on their website and online matched the quality and condition of the hotel and rooms in-person. No surprises. Price & Final Verdict - It is a classic location in the heart of Brainerd Lakes. It is different than just a "hotel stay" or smaller resort stay. It is a unique experience that one should not miss. Give it a try - great place for a weekend getaway with family and/or friends.

Great walleye fingers! Service is a little slow but we were not in any hurry. Food came out fast…read morewould recommend not ordering appetizers and meal at same time if do t want it all basically all at once.

My family and I ate here 5 years ago. Since then I think the places has declined a little. My…read morefamily's food was just OK. My brother-in-law ordered the bang bang chicken. He said it was rubbery and had no flavor. He complained about the sandwich not being good and they took $4 off his bill. I am not sure that is how you get someone to come back. We sat outside which was great since it was a great day. The waitress was quick and attentive. I would say eat here if you have to but not because you really want a good meal.

Not great food in a loud environment and long waits for items to come out. They do live music at…read moretimes but without that there are not many reasons that outweigh eating at home. We ordered a couple pizzas which took a good bit of time to come out and little taste in the crust (plus they were thin and heavily cooked so it was more of a cracker). The drink options are not listen anywhere so they just have your standard options. Venue was very loud and even though we were inside, our table was bothered by several flies. Plus the "plates" we got were tiny styrofoam and only worked okay because the pizza slices were so small. On the bright side however, the prices were not that high at least averaging around $10-12 per person and soda at $3

A group of us from our cabin crew regularly visit this local hotspot in the summer. It's right off…read moreCrosslake and the Whitefish chain. They've got a small harbor to dock your boat and walk right up to the restaurant if you come by sea. Otherwise, it's easy to access from the local highways around. The atmosphere during the summer months is always buzzing and happy. Plenty of people coming to relax from a long drive north or from a warm day on the lake. It's a great spot for local musicians that play to entertain the seasonal visitors and the regulars from town alike. Tonight was a typical busy summer night. The outdoor seating is first come, first served, so we waited around to grab a table in the sunshine. Our waitress was great and, as busy as she was, was really attentive to us. We never spent too much time without something to drink. She also took our order quickly and the food came out in a really reasonable time for it being packed. The food was delicious! We had a variety of dishes at our table, from a stir fry to pizza to a gluten free "wrap" platter. I had a Bilski Burger covered with cheese, bacon, and "Gold sauce". A side of tots to complement it. The burger was cooked wonderfully and tasted fantastic. Everyone had great food and we all pretty much finished it all up. I'll continue to come back to Moonlite Bay. It's a great place and I've not been disappointed yet (over 7 years coming up here). If you're in the area, stop in and enjoy the atmosphere and food!