The Burger Monarchy: A Paradox of Plenty in Miesville In the…read morequiet, pastoral stretches outside Eagan, there exists a roadside institution that defies the modern trend of curated minimalism. King's Place in Miesville is a relic of a different era, a burger joint that functions less like a restaurant and more like a high-volume assembly line of Americana. The menu is not merely large; it is an overwhelming, multi-page manifesto of beef. With roughly 80 to 100 variations on the burger--many named in tribute to the local Miesville Mudhens baseball team--the experience begins with a bout of genuine decision paralysis. For the average diner, the sheer volume of choices feels like a dare. It is a place where you can find almost any topping imaginable, which makes the absence of a simple fried mushroom all the more jarring. It is the one note the kitchen fails to hit in an otherwise exhaustive symphony. When the food does arrive, the logistics are the primary entertainment. The floor staff at King's Place perform a nightly feat of athletic grace, weaving through the crowded, character-filled dining room while balancing five or more burger trays at a time. It is a spectacle of efficiency that puts the sterile, automated nature of modern chains to shame. However, one must navigate the side dishes with a discerning eye. While the temptation to "upgrade" is always present, the seasoned waffle fries are an investment that yields little return; they are best skipped in favor of the standard fare. The real value here lies in the core product and the refreshing lack of pretension. Despite the fame and the daunting menu, the pricing remains stubbornly reasonable, a rare feat for an establishment that has transitioned from a local secret to a regional landmark. "Life is too short to miss out on the beautiful things like a double cheeseburger." -- Channing Tatum For those seeking the predictable polish of a franchise, King's Place will be a confusing sensory overload. But for the traveler who values soul, speed, and a price point that respects the wallet, this is a kingdom worth visiting--just don't expect to find a fried mushroom on your plate. If this review offered a helpful roadmap for your next local excursion, please leave a like or comment below to ensure these dispatches continue for your education and enjoyment.

Heard about this place on KQRS, so made a road trip to check out the burgers…read more The place was hopping at 1pm Saturday afternoon. We sat at the bar and had great service. Tried the cheese curds and fried pickles for appetizers- came with delicious homemade ranch for dipping. Got the Rundown and Queen burger with waffle fries and tots to try the different options. I loved the Rundown burger - so refreshing for a summer burger. The tots came with cheese dip - yum! Saw another person order a Bloody Mary and had to give that a whirl. They home make the mix and make them spicy or not to order. The place is broken up into different rooms which made for a more intimate atmosphere while also being able to serve a lot of folks.

One of our favorite stops! Great food,try the Hill Burger! Friendly bartenders, especially Penny!read more

Great service every time. Always our first choice when craving a good bar burger and they never…read moredisappoint. The place is right on the snowmobile trail too. For the area, the beer is a little more expensive than similar establishments. But the food and the service are better, so it's a non-issue.

Stuffed burgers were absolutely delicious! Dan's is a great go-to if you're looking for a laid-back…read moredive bar with good bar food. Highly recommend checking it out if you're in the area! They also offer igloo dining, which you can reserve ahead, such a fun touch & especially in colder months. The fries cost a few dollars extra, which was a little surprising at first, but honestly, they're worth the upgrade. The standard chips that come with meals are just bagged, which was a bit of a letdown...I was at least hoping for something house-made. Still, overall a really solid spot!

We stopped by on a Saturday afternoon about 3:30. It was over half-full at that point and the…read moreservers were bustling! Service was friendly but a bit slow over our visit. We shared the cheese curds appetizer, which was great. For main dishes, my son created a meal by combining the appetizer chicken tenders with a side of fries. It was a LOT of food, and very good. He brought about half the tenders home. I had a chunk of a tender, too, and really enjoyed it. My husband had the southwest burger with tots. The tots were huge, like little barrels! I had the weekend special, a winter grilled cheese. To grab the description from their social media: "Brie, bacon, apples, hot honey, and white cheddar on cranberry wild rice bread." It was extremely good. I had potato salad on the side, and I have to say, it was probably about the best not-homemade potato salad I 've ever had. Incredibly fresh. I had an apple cider mule to drink, too. I really loved the woodsy, homey vibe, too. As we were there in December, there was lots of Christmas decor.

Seated right away. Service was prompt and great, even on a holiday. I had Jesse Hames Burger and…read morehe had Olive Burger. Both very good. I recommend giving them a try.

Had a wonderful experience at Boonies. Went for dinner and then brunch the next morning…read more Dinner: shrimp wrap with sweet chili sauce. Shrimp was plump and veggies on wrap were crisp. Had with side of pickle chips- so good. Also had dirty martini, made perfectly. Brunch: killer Bloody Mary! Got biscuits and sausage gravy platter with scrambled eggs and cheesy hash brown casserole. Everything was great, and I wasn't hungry until dinner (always a plus). Server was considerate and responsive. Ambiance was laid back, clean, lots of TVs playing Vikings game. Patio space looked AWESOME- activities and big tables, space was covered and protected from wind (presumably). Would definitely come back and request to sit on patio.

Great burgers,chicken strips, salads and appetizers! Always great staff and clean as can be. Love…read morethis place, right on the snowmobile trail also.

Great, fun place great people, great food, easy to access, couple miles off of 35W close to Elko…read morespeedway, if you like attending the races, stop for a bite before or after.

Food was AMAZING, the server was so incredibly sweet - we had a great area to kick back & could…read morehear each other chatting. Their beer menu was great & a lot of drinks I had never tried, so getting to try new flavors was truly fun. We had the wings for a starter & it was some of the best wings I have ever had. We mixed half & half Buffalo & BBQ & what a treat! I got the chicken bowl & devoured it. I would highly recommend trying this place!

Group of friends and I got sat down fairly quickly for dinner. The food was awesome and our server…read morewas very tentative but we were only checked on once during our meal for any refills or additional orders. We were planning on staying longer but we're brought our bill and our plates kept getting taken away while there was food still on it. Usually servers will at least ask if we are done eating, would like to order anything else or would like some boxes. Felt like we ending up being rushed out or weren't welcome anymore ..which was a bummer for such a good night with fantastic food and drinks.

We had a wonderful experience here. Was hoping for a spot at the bar, but had extremely attentive…read moreand kind service at one of the booths in the front being serviced by the bartenders. Phenomenal prices and good food. Even just a simple side salad had fresher lettuce and more cheese than a regular bar. It's definitely a dive. The women's restrooms were tiny but clean- my partner commented that the men's room was kind of gross so a potential heads up (I'm not docking a star because it's a dive and I didn't personally see it). They seem to usually give you plastic silverware, but they have metal utensils upon request. The patio space was beautiful, tho we are AC people. Was absolutely worth the small detour off of I-35.

Perfect dive bar in Dundas. The breakfast is good and the lunch is good. Fast service with…read moreattentive and caring servers.

This is a neighborhood gem. The food was delicious with a nice variety of beer and drinks…read more We went during the week so it wasn't crowded and we were served right away. Looking forward to taking my husband there!

Great BBQ and burgers, nice beer and whiskey list. Family…read morefriendly. Nice staff, plenty of parking. We've done takeout and eat in, always a pleasant experience.

First time there went for lunch earlier today (11/1/21)…read moreNever been here before! Yummy food! Love the super burger and fries lunch special! You should try it when you are in Northfield!

Great food, but could improve on meat portions. Otherwise, great spot to eat. Fast food the way it…read morewas always to be. Beats all the franchises.