Stopped in for dinner on the way up to the lake and was very happy! The service was 5 out of 5 -…read moreall staff was friendly and attentive. The bar is under new ownership ( Jan 2026) we saw the new owners helping out where it was needed and chatting with customers. Food 5 out of 5 - do yourself a favor and get the Chicken Caprese sandwich or one of the specialty burgers. The french fries were so delicious and we found out that they fry everything in beef tallow. WOW! Food really tastes better when you don't use seed oils. Don't forget to finish with the funnel cake fries. The daily menu is great, but what really shines are the daily specials by Chef Isaac. Prices 5 out of 5- good drink specials, they have creative concepts for a small town bar and great prices for kids meals. Cleanliness was 10 out of 5!! The floor, tables, chairs and bathrooms were spotless. If you passing through Dassel or live nearby, this is a great choice whether you are looking for a friendly bar, a good family dinner, or a nice drink on the backyard patio.

Service 5 out of 5 Food 4 out of 5…read morePrices 5 out of 5 Cleanliness 5 out of 5 The lady behind the bar was very fast and very friendly. She was on the ball and always moving. The food was your normal bar food but still very good. The price is very good for your local bars. Last is the cleanliness and that's top notch. Not one dirty table and the bathrooms seemed clean. We like this place as it's a bar but I don't feel bad bringing my 9 year old as it's like 50/50 between a bar and a restaurant.

We hosted a milestone birthday party for 15 people at Willy's On the Water this past Saturday, and…read morethey were outstanding from start to finish. They seated us together, even though it was their lunch rush, and the staff took care of every detail for our large group. Service was excellent; servers were always nearby checking on beverages, food, and anything else we needed, without ever feeling intrusive. Everyone at the table commented on how good the food was - great flavors, generous portions, and well‑made drinks. We've always loved Willy's On the Water, but this experience really confirmed that they're a fantastic choice for larger parties as well. The manager, Gavin, and his staff--from hostesses to servers--were amazing and incredibly helpful throughout the event. I would highly recommend Willy's On the Water for both everyday dining and special occasions.

Visited Willy's on the Water today for their limited brunch menu and bottomless mimosas. The lake…read moreview was very pleasant. I sat on the patio area and although the weather was decent, it would be nice if the restaurant had some mist machines or light fans or something for guests. I ordered my food and was disappointed in the quality. The steak was very hard and overcooked. When it came time for the bill, my total tab was $29.50. I gave the waitress Barbra (2) $20 bills.. so $40 total. I asked for change back to I could give an appropriate tip. Barbra brought back a $10 bill and shortened me cash... the restaurant was busy and I did wait to see if I could get her attention. I did have things to do today so I just took a loss on my change and left the tip. Just wanted to leave a review in hopes of the restaurant ensuring their wait staff gives customers their change! In this economy every penny counts. I hope they can continue to improve on the ambiance and food quality as well.

This is the second time coming here for the same meal. I quite like this bar. The general ambiance…read moreis happy, relaxed and chill. The bartenders are always friendly and welcoming. The bar top and almost all the table tops are granite, giving a classy touch to a small town bar. Both times I have ordered the Bronco Burger, with an extra patty. Both times the burger is SO soft and perfectly cooked that I'm tempted to order another. You could literally eat this burger without teeth. Maybe next time I come here I will try something else...maybe.

Great neighborhood small town bar. Enjoy going there, and…read moreespecially enjoy Saturday bingo :)

I mean what's not to love? Farm to table, seasonal menu, amazing food, efficient service, kind…read moreservers, and a beautiful setting. Main Street Farmer Eatery has it all. This is a place we look forward to trying every time the season changes (and definitely the place your local family/friends want gift cards to). My fiancé had the Bahn Mi, I had the Beef Braised Tacos, and we shared the pierogis. Everything was great (and we loved the selection of NA cocktails)! Perfect for a date night

Came in during their last week of the winter menu and glad we got to see it before it was gone for…read morethe season! Although it's a bit of a hike outside the city, still not too bad on a weekday and it was nice to get out and try something new! It seems like an up and coming area for Monticello and development nearby. We came right at 5 when the restaurant opens and got a seat in the high tops. NOTE! If you want to partake in the happy hour, you have to either sit at the bar or in the high top tables. We didn't know this and wanted their chicken wings on the happy hour menu so ended up switching tables. In addition to the wings, my husband ordered the corn bread app which was pretty good too! Wasn't a huge fan of the spicy butter it came with, but strange but the bread itself was good. The wings had a good seasoning and the house made ranch was really tasty! Surprised there were only wings and no drumsticks which I prefer and the wings themselves didn't have a whole ton of meat on them so I'd give it 3/5 on the apps I ordered the 12oz New York strip and at market price it was $62, came with broccolini and French fries. My husband got the turkey burger which he wasn't a huge fan of he said but he enjoyed the fries. My New York strip wasn't seasoned well - if at all to be honest but thankfully they had some leftover A1 from Mother's Day brunch where the bartender made some bloody Mary's so that helped. Can't say the food was a knockout but the service was really good. The bartender who was our server was conversational, great dude, and offered great suggestions. Host and folks were also really accommodating when we hopped around the restaurant so we could participate in the HH. All in all, great experience and nice place to try!

One of our favorite date night locations! They have great drinks and we love their rotating…read moreappetizer options.

If I could give this hidden gem 10 stars, I would! Best food in the area, drinks were delicious,…read moreand 2 entrees, appetizer, and 2 drinks were under $100. Service was top notch. You will not regret giving this place a try.

Chicken wings were great. Crispy and cooked to perfection. Cool atmosphere and friendly service.read more

Beer selection gets a five. For food, the menu options drop me down to a three and taste puts it…read moredown to a one. I had a bowl of chili and the caprese salad. The bowl of chili tasted like it came straight out of a can. Caprese salad looked great but did not taste so good. It had a lot of potential but just didn't get there. The tomatoes were old or just overripe. I'm sure that the other bar food is probably pretty good, but trying to cut back on all the fried stuff and the burgers.

Great night for a patio date and light fare. Popular local spot. And for good reason. Sorry no…read morepictures but put your imagination station to use. Ambiance is nice! Amelia, our server, was terrific! Accommodating, friendly, and welcoming. Patio was busy but she got to us! Enjoying a 1/2 price bottle of wine and appetizers. Steak bites were perfect, asked for medium rare and they delivered: tender and so good. However, the fake onion rings on the steak bites could seriously get lost, keep the sautéed onions and peppers, bechamel sauce. Also, their fries (the other app) are dangerously good... fresh cut, tender crisp. Consistently good. Served with a spicy mayo, which is so-so. Wine selection was fine... for 1/2 price bottle, can't complain. Pinot Noir, light yet delicious. Not super loud on the patio but is by a highway, yet fairly sheltered from noise. Recommend for a midweek patio date night. They have a decent dining room and bar. Live music events, look 'em up and check 'em out, y'all!

One of the worst dining experiences I've had in a while…read more We had a reservation for 11:00 and were seated on time, but our food didn't come out until after 12:50, even though we ordered right away. The service and kitchen timing were unbelievably slow. Several tables around us were also clearly frustrated by the delays. I've honestly never waited almost two hours for food, especially for a pretty basic breakfast. When the food finally arrived, it wasn't worth the wait. Everything felt very basic and under seasoned, and half of us didn't even finish our meals. It really seemed like they were completely unprepared for brunch service. They were also already out of caramel rolls, which was disappointing. Overall, a really frustrating experience between the extreme wait time, poor execution, and lackluster food.

Excellent appetizers selection, friendly courteous service, good burgers. Good bourbon selection at…read morereasonable prices.

Great food, spacious and wait staff (especially Bekah) that is friendly and attentive. Had shrimp…read moretacos that exceeded my expectations. Pico de Gallo was fresh and the serving size ample. Drinks were tasty also.