I don't really understand the hype around Sarna's Grill. The prices are high for what you get, and the food just doesn't deliver. Most of the flavors fell flat, and nothing I tried stood out as memorable or worth coming back for. I don't mind paying more for a great meal, but this just wasn't it. The quality and taste didn't match the price, and I left feeling like I overpaid for a pretty average experience. There are plenty of local spots that offer better food, bigger flavor, and better value. read more

Went to play bingo at Sarna's Classic Grill today with freands and decided to have lunch. I had the Prime rib sandwich with fries. Had a blast with bingo lots of laughs no I did not win. ( I never win) The sandwich was a little bland, I felt it needed more flavor. It did come with au just. To me it was also bland. The service was great, our waiter tended our group all the way to the end of bingo. I give them 4 stars on the food. 5 stars for service. read more

Sarna's Classic Grill - Prime rib sandwich with fries. - American Near Me - Columbia Heights, Minnesota

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Our family really enjoys coming to Sarna's for their Sunday Prime Rib Brunch. The food selection is great. My favorites are the Fruit, Cheese Platter, Cesar Salad, Perogies, Sausage, Bacon, Cheesy Hash browns, Mini Waffles, French toast and of course the Prime Rib w/Aus Jus and Horseradish (raw & creamy). The servers are always quick and accommodating getting your beverages and anything else you request. The restaurant is always cozy & clean. Only giving it 4 stars because the food can sometimes be overcooked. It is best to come early when everything is freshest. read more

Sarna's Classic Grill - Sunday Brunch (10:00 am-2:00 pm) - American Near Me - Columbia Heights, Minnesota

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Sarna's was a great spot to go with friends. Food was above average, ambiance was enjoyable and relaxed, and service was great. FOOD: I got the beef dip sandwich which was perfect for my taste-- not too oily (as should be a beef dip) but perfectly enjoyable. The bread choice worked well. Overall I thought they did a great job with this sandwich and I'd bet their other options are similar. AMBIANCE: comfortable, large, and lively but not too loud. The booth was comfortable and the busy-ness made the place feel cozy/lively. SERVICE: perfectly good. No thoughts in particular here. read more

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Met friends here for lunch and then Bingo. I ordered the walleye sandwich with fruit. It was very good fish. There was a parmesan crusted on the outside and the fruit was a mixture of pineapple and melon. My husband got the French dip sandwich with fries. He said it was ok not a lot of flavor. We had a nice time visiting and playing bingo afterward. Our service was very good. Thank you read more

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The other week, I was in the northern metro suburbs and started to get hungry. I drove past Sarna's Grill in Columbia Heights and, judging by the building's welcoming appearance, decided to park and give it a try (though I know that doesn't necessarily mean the food or service will be good). That said, my decision was bolstered by the spacious, inviting interior, wide aisles, booths filled with couples and families, and the waitstaff delivering trays of appetizing food. A friendly waitperson greeted me at my table and offered me a menu with a variety of options, from burgers and salads to complete meals, including pasta and hot turkey or beef. I chose the BLT on artisan whole wheat with a side of coleslaw. It looked so tempting that I took a bite of half the sandwich before realizing I hadn't taken a picture of the food. What you see in the attached image is the mouth-watering inside of the delicious BLT. As it turned out, I had an hour to kill. After finishing my meal, I asked if I could hang out for a while. The friendly waitperson said I could stay as long as I wanted and brought me a cup of coffee to pass the time. That kindness made my day and earned her a nice tip. Plus, I promised to return the next time I'm in the neighborhood. read more

Sarna's Classic Grill - Half of a delicious BLT. - American Near Me - Columbia Heights, Minnesota

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Met up with some friends here for dinner and drinks. The restaurant was clean and had a comfortable and cozy feel. Our server was friendly, attentive and our meal was served promptly. They had a variety of beers nice cocktails. I had the Maddie's Love Potion - coconut rum, pineapple juice and raspberry puree....so yummy! We had the nachos and pierogis for appetizers. The nachos were loaded with beef, salsa, guacamole sour cream and topped off with cheese - so filling and amazing! This was our first time trying pierogis and this was great! Getting full after all this, so we had the Asian Salad. It was one of the best salads we had! It was full of flavor and had a mixture of veggies, crunchy wontons, grilled chicken and this amazing peanut sauce. Just yum!!! Highly recommend this spot and we will definitely be coming back to try other items on their menu! read more

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Hubby and I just discovered Sarna's. It is a good value and menu items we've tried were decent, especially the prime rib. There are items which are available, but not shown on the menu, such as a baked potato and a garden side salad, which is large and accompanied by a warm breadstick. However, the Chicken Fried Rice was obviously not fried. It was pale and mushy with large pieces of chicken (there was a lot of chicken) and a few tiny carrots and peas. it looked and tasted like a hot dish for a church supper. Sarna's should reconsider this dish. read more

Great service and great food. We enjoyed the chicken Thai wraps and I ordered the walleye sandwich. They were all delicious. Took have the sandwich home and enjoyed it today. I got the impression that there were a lot of regulars coming in and I can see why. read more

Sarna's has a $10 special every weekday plus drink specials and it's definitely worth checking out! No reservations except on groups of 5 or more (or on holidays like Easter). The baked potatoes are colossal and the staff are friendly! Very casual, smoking permitted on patio. read more

Went here for our weekly date night! It was a frigid MN evening but the ambience was cozy with the fireplace on. We tried one menu option from the menu and one of their specials! The Mac and Cheese was full of flavor! While my steak was a little undercooked for medium...I enjoyed the shrimp and mashed potatoes! They had great flavor. Decided to treat ourselves to their delicious chocolate cake for dessert!! Over all a nice experience! read more

Sarna's Classic Grill - Chocolate Mousse Cake - American Near Me - Columbia Heights, Minnesota

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Was looking for a good brunch place and oila this place popped up. I have always driven by, but never stopped in until today. Met my parents for brunch around 1130- it was quite busy. Glad they take reservations. Wonderful spread and a ton of of options. Breakfast and more dinner food. Casesar salad Fruit Cheese, crackers, herring. Eggs Potatoes- hashbrowns and little red diced potatoes Sausage links and patties Bacon Fried chicken Meatballs Prime Rib Little waffles Pierogies- mine was not good. Assorted desserts Great service and plenty of seating options both indoor and outdoor. read more

I've been to Sarna's Grill a few times now, usually when other restaurants are too packed and I want a solid meal and a good drink. They have a nice-sized martini menu and some fresh signature cocktails, which are definitely the highlight for me. The vibe here is similar to other chain restaurants like Applebee's or Fridays, with a menu full of classic American fare. The portions are large, which is a plus, but the food itself is pretty average--not bad, just not particularly memorable. We've tried their breakfast buffet, which did the trick when we were hungry, and we've brought people here for lunch before as well. It's convenient, with easy parking lot access, but I'd probably stick to coming here for a martini at the bar and maybe an appetizer rather than a full meal. Solid for what it is. read more

Sarna's Classic Grill - Breakfast Buffet - American Near Me - Columbia Heights, Minnesota

Sarna's and the Angry Pasta has been on my list for a while. Finally got the chance to try it this weekend! Let me start by saying the pasta was good. But I was hoping for mind-blowing... Such an interesting idea to basically turn a sausage and pepperoni pizza into a pasta dish. The flavor was nice - but I would have loved it "angrier". There really isn't much kick. In fact, I'd say the marinara and sausage has some sweetness to it. Just like pizza - I tossed some red pepper in to spice it up. Loved the garlic bread to soak up the sauce too. If Rigatoni isn't your favorite noodle, are you even a pasta person? read more

We love eating here for many reasons. The food is very good and reasonably priced. The ambiance is nice and has a neighborly feel. All of the servers we have had have been wonderful. We recently had Molly for the 3rd time and she was just as charming and friendly as we remember her. Servers like Molly encourage us to keep coming back. The quality of the servers literally enhance the revenue of the restaurant. read more

We went to Sarna's for Father's Day, only 2 of us. We had seen Tony Cu's review on Facebook. I called twice last week to ask about seating because my husband uses a walker. I also asked about the price of the buffet. I was told it was $24.99. We got there around 12:30 and only had to wait less than 15 minutes. That part was good. Our server came to table to ask if we wanted beverages. We're on medications that prohibit alcohol, so I asked for water. My husband was not at the table then. I was not at table when water arrived, with lemons. My husband hates lemons in his water. Our server NEVER returned to the table until she put the bill on the table. She was visiting with patrons she knew, literally standing and chatting. Not once did she ask if we needed more water or take dirty plates away. A busboy came by once. The woman who greeted us when we arrived (manager) was exceptionally pleasant, as was another server who was very busy with other customers, yet she spoke to us. Not our server. The breakfast items we had were ok...sausage patties; sausage links good; the eggs just ok, very dry and in pans a long time. We did not have French toast or waffles. The ribs and chicken wings were good, but the fried chicken and breaded shrimp horrible...thick, dry, hard batter. They had some sort of cheesy potatoes, which were ok. The prime rib was good, well-seasoned, and the horseradish sauce and au jus good. Drawback was that several x, there was no one at the carving area. We, other patrons, had to wait for someone to come. They had ham, but we didn't have that. They had anemic shrimp, cocktail sauce, and pickled herring, but no one was choosing it. I don't know if it was on ice. The shrimp were tailless and looked like they'd just been thawed. Again, our server was terrible, and I don't mean to be unkind, but she completely neglected us. Only once did a nice young man come to take our dirty plates. I was away from the table when she presented my husband with the bill. I sat down, saw the bill and became quite upset. I was told the buffet was $24.95. I wanted to speak to our server, but she was standing two booths down, visiting with people--for over 10 minutes, so we had to wave the other, pleasant, server down. She said the bill was accurate, $33.00 on Father's Day. I asked why. She said they 'added more protein to the buffet. She may have meant the shrimp and herring. I'd seen a Tony Cu review and he had mentioned all the other items we saw Father's Day. They had various ok desserts, brownies, plain ice crispy bars, chocolate speckled rice crispy bars, some sort of strawberry poke/gelatin cake and bread pudding? I don't know because there was very little in the pan...no one had refilled it. I am not sure, but I believe they normally offer a cinammon roll to buffet diners. We were not offered any. The manager came over and kindly adjusted our bill and reduced it. We expected to pay $24.95, and were charged an additional $8.00 per person. We are good tippers and usually tip 20%. We did not leave the server much. We tip for service, and this server's service was abysmal. Prior to her visiting with the people two booths down, she was visiting for at least 10 minutes with a couple across from us. It's great to have rapport with people she may know, but to neglect us was pretty sad. All she did was bring two glasses of water and the check. It was not a good experience, to say the least. We will not be returning. read more

Took over 30 minutes to get a prime rib sandwich and Mediterranean bowl. Server came back once to fill water for my guest, never came back or asked about my iced tea refil. Prime rib sandwich and Mediterranean bowl were "okay." read more

No lunch today meant an early dinner at this classic restaurant. Today was a great meal with dessert! I got here about 3:30 pm on a Monday and there were lots of others with the same idea! Monday is the day for an amazing steak special. For only $10, you get their Manhattan Steak with a side of veggies and a side of mashed potatoes. I tend to be a bit of a steak snob so I had pretty low expectations. This steak crushed those and rose to the top. I ordered it medium rare and that's exactly how it came out. Mashed potatoes were great as well. I don't order dessert often but today o got their weekly special of. The butter toffee cake with ice cream. So light and fluffy-almost like a delish pancake! Def recommend! read more

Sarna's Classic Grill - Butter toffee Bundt cake - American Near Me - Columbia Heights, Minnesota

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Had a lovely lunch with an old friend at Sarna s. The best thing about it was our server Jade. She was kind and patient and helpful...And she smiled. I had Walleye..good! Janet D read more

This place desperately needs a new menu or a better cook. Worst BLT I have ever had. Prices are too high. Not worth it anymore.

I do not like this restaurant, we got here over an hour ago and the only thing that arrived was our appetizers, AFTER AN HOUR! And when I finally got the appetizer I ordered, it was not very good, it was very mediocre tasting and I was disappointed, definitely not worth the $20 I spent on one appetizer! And when our food finally came out, they brought the wrong dish!! As if we hadn't waited long enough already, I was irritated and disappointed, defiantly do not recommend, I will not be returning! read more

The food here is just OK, pretty standard American and some ethnic fusion foods. Typically not my cup of tea. I have been here several times and I have enjoyed their Sunday brunch buffet. The ambience is pretty cool. They have many options for big group seating family, gatherings, and other groups. They have an outdoor little fountain and outdoor seating that I think is pretty cute. Dog friendly if you sit outside. read more

Sarna's Classic Grill - Sunday brunch buffet - American Near Me - Columbia Heights, Minnesota

Plenty of parking for starters. Was not crazy busy when we got there. It was actually nice and quiet. We had the buffet. Decent price for all the choices, and of course you can go back..Fruit, Cesar salad, cold shrimp with cocktail sauce. French toast, 2 Diff type of eggs, sausage, prime rib, mashed potatoes with gravy, fried chicken...I just named some. There are more items. The cheesy hashbrowns, BACON and the BBQ ribs were my favorite. They also had desserts. Rice crispy bars, cake and SOFT chocolate chip cookies. Not sure if they were homemade, but I liked them! I do not know our servers name, but she did a wonderful job with our party of 11 and several different checks. I also didn't take pictures of the food because I was being in the moment. Could totally see myself going there again. read more

Great service and atmosphere and food! Menu has seasonal changes and I haven't once had a bad experience.

OK I got one of there specials chicken fried rice with a pork egg roll. I dont think they know what seasoning is it was so bland no flavor nothing chicken was dry everything else no flavor nothing no color. Egg roll was over fried grease bomb no flavor just a ton of grease and no flavor. Got mozzarella sticks 16 dollars and they where nothing special it was just not worth it. My husband's jo Jo's over fried grease bombs. His club was a mess not good at all. Very disappointed would not recommend this place and we will not be coming back. read more

After driving past this place for years (and years and years) we finally pulled the trigger and gave it a try - glad we did! We went on a busy Friday night and were seated immediately. Service was quick and friendly. I had the prime rib special which I thought was delicious and tasty. Huge baked potato and a wonderful salad. The babyback ribs looked good (didn't get a chance to try) and the elusive liver and onions were good according to my dinner mate who ate it! Sarna's hits that niche where you can go for a burger and beer or a nice "classic" meal - think fish, meatloaf, prime rib (weekends only), etc. They have a Sunday brunch that I bet is delicious - can't wait to check it out! read more

Came for Easter brunch with family, so reasonable $29 per person. We didn't have reservations, arrived as the restaurant opened at 10am and were seated. The Buffett has so many options-French toast, eggs, cheesy potatoes, mashed potatoes, ham, prime rib, bacon, ribs. Mimosas were only $4 which is a great deal and good amount. Patty our server was personable and attentive. read more

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Sarna's was a nice surprise. I never trust when the menu is huge since it seems like the restaurant may do nothing super well. However, the entire group of 6 of us really enjoyed our food. Prime rib, grilled meatloaf, ribs and fish and chips were all delicious. The service was friendly and efficient and checked on us a good number times. I would definitely come back to try other menu items. read more

I didn't know this place existed though I have driven by it a million times. The food was good, hearty fare. The drinks were yummy maybe not so strong. Our server was the correct amount of attentive. There was something for everyone. I would say the atmosphere is family friendly and casual. It's a good place for a weeknight family dinner. I did see liver and onions on the menu, that for me is a good thing and says it might cater to a silver haired clientele. read more

My 8 year old's review: This restaurant is amazing, five stars. The decorations are great. The staff is so nice. There is bingo here. The mozzarella sticks come with marinara sauce. The chef's salad is so good, I couldn't eat another bite. It also comes with a bread stick. This is definitely my new favorite restaurant. read more

Sarna's Classic Grill - American Near Me - Columbia Heights, Minnesota

Food was fine but the constant not too subtle pressure to finish eating and leave is very annoying. This was during a mid afternoon dining experience for 4 people. Still a nice place and worth patronizing but just be aware that turnover is a high priority at Sarna's. read more

Food isn't that good. I have been here many times, and I have tried many items. The one thing that was okay was the chicken sandwich. But don't get the taco salad, Reuben, chicken parmigiana. The turkey dinner was 6 out of 10. It's like there's no love. $5 martinis on Monday are a deal, but they have been poorly made. The service is good. Attentive staff read more

I love the service, food and the ambiance at Sarna's. It is a great place to gather for a meal and relax with family and friends. I had the best Chefs Salad there a few weeks back that was so good. The diced turkey and ham were really diced and not some thin sliced meat from behind a deli counter. It was a good size and sharable if you are a small portion eater. Delicious! read more

meh. have eaten here for years on and off. 25 dollar buffet is nothing special. prime rib was inedible. skip it and go somewhere with a omelets and bisque and gravy and crepes and whatnot. this was completely underwhelming and no breakfast menu. Just entirely meh read more

Casual atmosphere with quite a variety of items on their menu. Did not have to wait for a table at dinner time on a Sunday night. Quality ingredients, delicious food, great service. read more

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It was very busy when I went and the wait wasn't too long to get a table. I had the Short Rib Lucy, and it was delicious. I had a club soda and was disappointed that it was the same price as pop, $3.99 for unflavored water with bubbles. read more

Sarna's Classic Grill - Short rib lucy. - American Near Me - Columbia Heights, Minnesota

I went to Sarna's for their Monday's steak special and it was absolutely delicious. Most of all, I would like to say our waiter, Waylon was great. He was very professional, very friendly, and on the ball. Probably one of the better waiters around. read more

As always, great food and great service! And it's finally patio season! They have a fun patio. It can get a little loud since it's right by a busy road, but still love sitting outside! read more

Sarna's Classic Grill - Bbq wings - American Near Me - Columbia Heights, Minnesota

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I've been coming here since 2009 ~ Sarna's consistently has good food, service and ambiance.

Server was very good. Food and drinks good. The $4 mimosa were tasty! Brought friends there for the first time and they were pleased.