Since moving to South St. Paul last fall I've only heard great things about Inver Grove Brewing so…read moreI was excited to finally get over there to try it! We went for dinner and I was very impressed with their wide selection. I got the dill pickle chicken sandwich and thought the chicken sandwich was really crispy and I really liked their aioli with my fries. I didn't really taste the dill of the pickle spread, however, if you want the dill you can get the dill pickle pizza which one of our friends got and really enjoyed. Husband got the Bacon Patty Melt and he enjoyed it and our other friend got one of the dishes from the tacos, bowls and naan section, which we discovered you can get any of those made as those three options, which I thought was such a cool way to make the menu fit everyone. I actually didn't have any beer but I did have a couple cocktails off the spring cocktail menu and loved both. My friends really enjoyed the Lime Bubble beer and were excited they could buy some to bring back to Wisconsin. The server was the right amount of attentive, we ate inside and I like the mix of restaurant and brewery vibe they had going on. Will definitely go back.

We headed out to IGB after a recommendation from a client of mine!…read more Plenty of parking in their dedicated lot! Sizeable patio available for those willing to battle the heat! The interior is giving industrial sports bar vibes, with TVs playing your favorite game, and wood/metal accents throughout the space. Bar, hightop, and table seating indoors. We didn't have a wait at 6pm on a Saturday evening. Staff was busy, but checked in often and were friendly throughout the stay! Lots of beer options, as well as a full bar! I had the Coffee Ale, which was lovely! Subtle notes of coffee in a smooth sipper. Enjoyed the Dill Pickle Chicken Sandwich for dinner, which was a great portion, savory, and delicious. Overall, a really solid meal! Our only constructive criticism was that the Onion Soup that my partner ordered came out luke warm, which was less than desirable. If we wanted to make a fuss, we could have sent it back, but decided against that!

The food reminded me of home. The biscuits & Gravy were light and tasty. Everything was PERFECTION!…read more Our server was the best! I will definitely be back.

Stopped into Mallards in Forest Lake for dinner and came away impressed. The nautical theme gives…read morethe restaurant a fun, laid-back feel, and the service was friendly and attentive throughout the meal. I ordered the Red Beans & Rice and the Jambalaya. The red beans and rice had a rich, smoky flavor that tasted like it had been simmering for hours. The jambalaya was loaded with shrimp, chicken, and andouille sausage in a flavorful Cajun butter and wine sauce with plenty of peppers, onions, and tomatoes. The only thing that caught me off guard was the menu describing the jambalaya as being served over risotto. Mine was served over regular rice in a thinner sauce, so it wasn't quite what I expected. It was still a good dish--just different from the description. Between the food, atmosphere, service, and prices, I'd happily stop back. If you're in the area and looking for solid Cajun-inspired comfort food, Mallards is worth a visit.

WOWOWOW this place never disappoints, SO GOOD!…read more Today we sat on their rooftop patio, which was perfectly shaded and such a great spot to relax on a nice day. We did wait downstairs for around 10 minutes before anyone came to greet us, then told us we could just head up.. it was a bit odd. As a vegetarian, I'm constantly searching for a genuinely good veggie burger, and I truly think I've found the best one in Minneapolis here. Soo many restaurants treat vegetarian options like an afterthought, but definitely not B-52. I ordered the veggie burger on the Trashy with fried pickles and cream cheese, and it was AMAZING. Seriously one of the best burgers I've had in a long time, vegetarian or not. I also ordered an espresso martini and was pleasantly surprised by how good it was. Between the rooftop patio, creative menu, and standout vegetarian options, this place has quickly become one of our favorites. Already looking forward to coming back again when we're in the area.

We went here after seeing a movie…read more We decided to try out the rooftop patio. There was plenty of shade so it was nice and cool. The metal chairs were a bit loud to push in and out from the tables but fairly comfortable and wide to sit in. Easy to find seating on a Tuesday lat afternoon/evening. Our server was nice and let us know about the specialties of the day. We went for the $5 spicy margaritas. They were okay. Tasted a little watered down and not too spicy, which I'd say were all in all not so exciting. We had the lemon pepper chicken wings which had good flavor but felt dry. My beet salad was unimpressive. I'd even say it lacked a decent amount of beets. Where were the beets?!!? My boyfriend had the B52 burger which he really enjoyed but felt was a tad spicy from all of the jalapeño, but once he removed those from it, he was very pleased. Our service was a little slower that I would have liked. I would have ordered another drink had she came back to our table and asked us.

Trail stop has always been a favorite, but last couple orders kinda let us down. This past weekend…read morewe ordered the Tavern burger (waffle fries) and Hangover burger (fries) to go, and the Tavern was missing the American cheese, the Hangover burger was missing the cheddar added and bacon (which sucked)! The fries with the Hangover were not cooked through also (barely cooked/limp). This was on a Friday afternoon so they weren't terribly busy, just not sure what happened.

Fun atmosphere, decent patio. Servers were fun & friendly. We tried a variety of appetizers they…read morewere all good. Key lime martini was popular in our group. I didn't have one but it looked delicious.

Jersey's is always a go-to when looking for a place to see the game or grab a few cheap drinks…read more They have consistent food, well priced drinks, and good service. That being said I don't think there's any dish I'd come here specifically for, but I haven't had anything bad and that's a good sign right? Don't expect anything fancy at Jersey's by the way. This is a classic divey bar. The patio has gotten super nice over the last couple of years but other than that take it for what it is. You're not coming here for a fancy dinner with a host and fancy kitchen staff. You're coming here for a dive bar experience with consistent food and cheaper drinks. It's also a fun place for live shows on Saturday nights. I have a friend in a band that has done a few shows here. Sound isn't amazing but that makes sense with the acoustics of the venue. It really has the mid-level garage band vibe going for it, which I personally appreciate!

Fast service. Beer…read morechoice for us was Indeed Pistachio, our favorite. Prime Rib bites with creamy horseradish sauce, for the win!!! So tender and delicious seasoning! My boyfriend had the Big Kahuna! It was incredible! I highly suggest it! It stayed together really well even with all of the cream cheese! So good! And Cajun fries on the side. I had the carb buster salad. It was good but I think I would have preferred sliced steak over the burger on it. Bar atmosphere but not bad and not too busy during lunch on a Tuesday. This place was surprisingly way better than expected.

My first impression was not great, but this place grew on me. GREAT vibes during Saturday night…read morekaraoke! We started with an older crowd around 9pm, and it seems the younger crowd came out to play at 11pm. And bonus points for having a boot hockey rink in the back. Ambiance (1/5) Outdated, much like the neighborhood. Value (5/5) Prices were low for the quality of food and drink. Service (4/5) Friendly and checked on us as much as they could. Food (3/5) We loved the nachos, the wings were just ok. Drinks (4/5) My drinks were delicious but served in the cheapest plastic cups.

Decent food and atmosphere. Food was fresh and better than expected. Waitress was really friendly…read moreand checked in on us just the right amount. The place was hopping as it was bingo night - sounded like everyone was having a good time. The Diablo burger hit the spot. Loved the grilled jalapeño on it but would definitely have loved it to be spicier. I tend to like things on the spicier side though. My husband can't take spice that well so for him, the buffalo chicken pasta was a little too much for him. The kids chicken nuggets were extra crunchy but yet super light at the same time. Can't go wrong with the kids burger and fries and we ended the night with the mini donuts with maple syrup and amaretto cream, Twas a hit with the kids.

Well back from an another wonderful evening at the Stockyards Tavern & Chophouse !…read moreCan't say enough about this place it's truly wonderful place for a night out . This is the 7th time we've been there and I've had something different off the menu . The staff is great very friendly and courteous and does a great job making you feel welcome . Shout out to Jackie our server and the rest of the staff for doing such a great job . This is a place you can feel at home and have a great meal . I can truly say you won't be disappointed .

Tried out Stockyards Tavern on a Friday so of course I had to try the Haddock fish fry! It was very…read moregood and good news is if you don't make it before it ends they do have a cod option on their menu. We were pleased with our deep fried pickles app, husband enjoyed his Rueben and I was very happy with the Midnight Cowboy cocktail (New amsterdam vodka, owen's nitro espresso mix & trader vic's chocolate liqueur). Parking was easy, we got in without a reservation and service was great. I'd day atmosphere wise I'd consider this an upscale sports bar.

Walking in you can tell this is an established local favorite. Service is great and the space is…read moreample. They have two different bar areas and a dining area. They also offer pull tabs, a weekend brunch, and have live music on occasion. The food selection has something for everyone, my personal favorite is the turkey club. I really enjoy their waffle fries, and not pictured, but the BLVD Fries with bleu cheese, bacon and chives are really good, too. Their cheese curds are also really good. The only thing I haven't loved is the seasoned sour cream. It is a little too salty for my taste.

This place is so bad it should shut down. Rude, over priced food and drinks that only cares about…read moretaking your money. The food isn't even good at all.

I came here with my colleague and our spouses. They give you a card to purchase drinks with and…read moreyou can use that or a separate form of payment to pay for food. They offer happy hour food deals which is awesome. I tried some of their local beer and enjoyed it. My only complaint is that guests block the door into the restaurant from the patio. They had trivia, but we did not stay for it.

Nice bar in the suburbs! I loved the self service beer wall. You have to get a card from the…read morebartender and pay how many ounces you get when you are done. I liked the choice of doing the flight since I'm always trying to taste everything. They had a wide variety and I usually like the fruit beers and I found the pineapple one to be delicious! The old fashion was quite strong! The bar is pretty big and open, good for mingling. The food looked delicious too but we were only here for late night drinks. They have popcorn and pull tabs available too. They also do trivia and happy hour. We loved the vibes here. The bartender was friendly, servers got us water once but don't come back to check on us but we were ok with being left alone that night.

Pleasantly surprised…read more Stopped here with my boyfriend. Tuesday 99cent drumsticks, yum! They were nice and juicy inside. Did the dry rub with blue cheese on the side. Delicious. Discovered that this place will be close to two places that I will be working at in the near future so that's exciting! Nice friendly folks.

My wife and I decided to stop into Junction 70 and overall the experience left us with mixed…read morefeelings. The place itself looked nice, the parking lot was a decent size, and the food was actually pretty good. The wings had good flavor, my wife really enjoyed the flatbread, and the taco salad was decent too. The two young ladies at the hostess stand were probably the highlight of the visit because they were welcoming and friendly from the start. After we were seated though, the atmosphere felt different. A member of management in a red Surly shirt kept staring at my wife and I in a way that honestly made us uncomfortable. Our server also wasn't very warm or friendly during the visit. When our appetizer came out, the employee asked if we needed anything else while already walking away before we could even answer. Then later the busser walked right past our table with plates sitting there and cleared another table farther away instead. I'm a veteran and not someone who usually gets bothered easily, but the overall feeling we got during our visit just didn't sit right with me. Maybe it wasn't intentional, but it definitely gave us vibes that made us uncomfortable enough that we won't be coming back. Which is unfortunate because the food itself was pretty good.