Just picked up four dinners that we order. Diver scallops, 2 NY Strips and a 8 oz filet with lobster tail. Asked for garlic mashed potatoes and the seasonal vegetable (which turned out to be asparagus) to accompany the four dinners. Got 3 tablespoons of mashed potatoes and 9 spears of asparagus. Called the restaurant to complain and was put on hold and then asked to leave a message. Dining in is great there. We won't order takeout again. read more

This is where we go when we have something to celebrate. The food is always good, and I typically order trust me, which is always a surprise and always delicious. read more

Excellent meal tonight with great service! -My wife and I shared the bruschetta: very good to excellent. -I had a bowl of tomato bisque soup: excellent. My wife tried it and thinks that it is the best she has ever had. -My entree was the pan fired walleye: excellent! Nothing exotic about it but still excellent. With it I had the garlic, sauerkraut mashed potatoes. I think that there are bits of bacon in there: excellent. -Dessert: peanut butter mousse. My wife thinks that it is a pre-prepared product made outside Spanky's. I don't care about that because it was excellent. Our server was Lezlee; she has a great sense of humor. I agree with other Yelpers; it is expensive. read more

I trend old school and when you find a restaurant/ bar that knows how to make rock solid Manhattans, Old Fashions and especially Negronis you know you've found something. I've reviewed Spanky's before but it's worth saying that this place is one of the BEST restaurants in Minnesota. I kid you not. Get the Trust Me selection on the menu and prepare to be dazzled. Jared was our waitperson and if you get his table you are in great hands. Impeccable timing, knowledge of the menu and engaging personality make him grade AAA. I love this place and have Zero negatives. Like the menu says, Trust Me. You'll love this place. read more

Was excited to go to Spanky's because they were serving Cioppino, my favorite dish. The broth was nice and flavorful, there was a nice assortment of fish/seafood, except that the crab was imitation. The dish was described as having crab, not fake crab (which is shredded/pulverized fish). It was a big disappointment. I expect better from Spanky's, especially considering the $36 price tag. read more

Marble is a rock of calcite or dolomite, valued for its ease to carve and resistance to shattering. The Romans, the Greeks--the Ancients!--used it in plenty to give life to sculpture; they turned raw rock into the image of MAN, under the hands of experts like Michelangelo in his timeless "David." In its raw form, marble appears in interlocking mosaics of carbonate crystals before man intercedes and turns it into its own image--into art. The same can be said of Spanky's Ribeye, which I ordered with au gratin potatoes and portobello mushrooms, rinsed with a Cab-Syrah blend. The menu described it as "exceptionally marbled"; indeed it was. In its raw form, my Ribeye was likely on the supreme end of "exceptional" before Spanky's gave it life with the touch of MAN. After the raw cut passed through Spanky's fire, under the guidance of Michelangelo-steak-chefs, its complexly marbled veins--carrying the perfect amount of fat, salt, and seasoning--found its way to my veins, now coursing at the slow speed my high-triglyceride blood now maintains. But as they say in Modern times, YOLO. read more

We wanted a classy place to eat to wrap up our vacation. They went above and beyond to accommodate us. We showed up late and the kitchen stayed open so that we could have a fine dinner. We ordered trust the chef Walleye with side of king crab. Top sirloin. Shrimp cocktail All was fantastic The guy there played the piano fo awhile. Really added a nice touch to the ambiance. It was the ultimate VIP experience we will never forget! We will be back on our next vacay here read more

Created an account for this review: Our group felt incredibly unwelcome and not given the same level of service as those around us. Dining as a person of color is not recommended here. Our server Terry was very short and rude with us, and actively ignored our table to the point where we could not give her the benefit of the doubt. We shared our experience with a former patron who shared a similar experience with the same server. We had a reservation, but were sat in the very back of the restaurant even though other tables were available. The food was not inspired or well prepared, and considering the price point was a major let down. Spanky's relies on the fact that they do not have any real competition for "fine dining" in the surrounding area and it truly shows. read more

We just love Spanky's! The food is great! You can spend a little or a lot, but it is always fresh, homemade and hot! We love to sit on the patio facing Rose Lake. The beer cheese soup is phenomenal! Ribs, steak, walleye, and chicken will not disappoint! It is worth the drive! read more

I've been coming her for years, specifically for the walleye, when I am visiting in Minnesota lakes country and it isn't what it used to be. There used to be several choices of how the walley was cooked and now there is just one. A rather meager fillet that looks like it came from Costco. This is the second time I have been disappointed by the walleye so don't plan to return. read more

Not a happy camper tonight. Ordered the mushroom appetizer. Came late, after the salad and was cold. You pay $150 for dinner, it should be perfect. Neither the waitress or the owner offered any compensation. Paid $11 for something we couldn't eat. Steak and lobster was good, but probably won't be back very soon because of the other issue. Take care of your customers. read more

When on vacation we always end with a good meal - usually steak. So given the slim Pickens in the area Spankys was it! And boy was it fantastic. The steak and walleye duo is a must. Add a delicious salad and au gratin potatoes and you're set! The drinks and wine list has something for everyone. We also started with the MN State Fair meatballs which were so good - we tried to get the recipe out of them to which they declined. To finish our meal we had the peanut butter mousse cake which was also amazing. I'm thinking you can't go wrong with a thing here! Just come really hungry! read more

This restaurant is delicious!! They have amazing food and even better service!:) Austin was our server and went above and beyond to make our experience there enjoyable! Thank you for the unforgettable and amazing service Austin! read more

I got the "Trust Me" and left with trust issues. Salad was "The Beet Caprese". Kid you not, it was 2 slices of mozzarella, 2 pitiful basil leaves, and salad bar beets in place of tomatoes. Main course was a Bison Steak. I'll concede, that was an adventurous dish. But at Spanky's price point I was expecting my meal's flavor profile to be anything but gamey. The rest of my party fared just as bad. King and Queen prime rib portions actually the same size, all steaks overcooked, charred scallops, $10 king crab topper gone in half a bite, and don't get me started on the unfiltered water. At a restaurant of that scale I'd expect to be asked "sparkling or still?" but instead we were served water that looked and tasted like it came straight out of the lake. I will say we at least had a laugh when we first got our cocktails. My "Loaded G&T" looked like a Long Island and tasted like sprite. The jalapeño marg came in an oversized red martini glass that looked straight out of 2003. read more

I didn't expect to be given brown tap water after spending $40 on prime rib. Terrible service for the price point.

I can absolutely say..."Everything we have ever had, was perfectly prepared". If you're looking for a beautiful dinner, this is THE PLACE! I could write a million words and still not get across how amazing Spanky's is for dining. Trust me read more

It is very hard to find any decent restaurants in the Detroit Lakes area. Fargo finally has a few, but in the lakes area, you get pubs and pub food. Lots of breaded, fried, rarely something that crunches like fresh veggies. Spanky's is the answer. The menu is very extensive with steaks, fish/seafood. Much to choose from. Entrees come with two sides. My martini was excellent and that is rare in a rural place. You can dine on the bar side (too loud for us) or in the dining room (carpeted). Views of the lake make it nice and bright and open feeling. Great decor. Oh, and the service was fantastic. Rivals some of the best. Maybe it was our server, but she cleared as she went, didn't interrupt, didn't rush us. Very friendly. I will definitely remember this place for returning visits to the family. read more

Spanky's is located in lakes country, a scenic drive from Moorhead. This restaurant provides fine dining at its finest. I hadn't planned on eating appetizers my husband ordered, but could resist the spinach artichoke dip served with sliced toasted baguette slices. Warm Popovers are served with maple butter and salad choice. I had the Stone Hearth steak which was buttery tender and grilled to perfection. Our server, Josie, provided us with excellent and friendly service. Perfect destination for a special occasion. read more

This is a great restaurant with good energy and fantastic food. The owner is on-site and in the kitchen or talking to guests. Guests tend to be very friendly and it gives the whole place a good vibe. The two bartenders were attentive, friendly and solicitous without being overbearing and fake. Ah, the food (which is the main reason one eats out, right?) ... superb. The menu offers a good variety but not so much that you worry about the kitchen being able to prepare and serve it correctly. The bar is very good with a decent range of wines ... although the "by the glass" selection is a tad limited. Drinks are generously poured and well mixed and concocted. The setting is equal to the challenge. It's a large room with (of course) a fireplace and the bar running to the side. Noise is a bit loud but not as bad as I've experienced in similar settings. Unfortunately, it was dark when I visited but I'm told there's an outdoor patio with drop-dead views of the lake. And, you've got to love "cabin/lodge" decor. The only down-side: it's too far from our home to just drive up and eat. But, it's going to be a "must-stop" when I'm in the area! read more

This is a very good restaurant (upscale for the area) but you can still show up in shorts and a polo in summer. Great food. Good wine list. Beautiful lodge-style decor. Spectacular view of Rose Lake. Indoor and outdoor seating. Perfect for a romantic dinner, night out with friends, or family dinner. read more

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Been coming hear pretty regularly for years now. Every time I go I can't wait to come back. The beer cheese soup is my personal favorite but everything I've had exceeds expectations. The staff is always very friendly and helpful. read more

Visited here last night for a rare night out with my boyfriend. Instead of a great evening of conversation, we were met with roughly 10 overly intoxicated patrons who stood hovering over my boyfriend's back for the first 30 minutes we were there. The main dining room/bar area was extremely cramped, and our food was handed to us from around a pillar in the dining room because our waitress couldn't get to our table because of the hovering customers. It was an extremely noisy atmosphere, so if you're looking for a quiet evening away from the kids, this isn't the place to go. Now for the food. We ordered the onion rings as an appetizer, and they were fantastic. They were beer battered, and weren't soggy or greasy, although I think they would've paired well with a house made onion ring sauce, not the ketchup that was provided. I ordered the queen cut prime rib with au gratin potatoes and a garden salad, and the boyfriend ordered the king cut prime rib with the garlic sauerkraut mashed potatoes and a garden salad. The garden salad was your typical house salad, nothing fancy or original, which was to be expected. Our reservation was for 8pm, so we expected the prime rib to be a little more done than either of us would've preferred, and it was. It had a fantastic crust on it, and the seasoning was absolutely perfect, but the meat was medium to medium well. The au jus was seasoned just right, and was an excellent complement to the prime rib. The garlic sauerkraut mashed potatoes struck me as odd at first, but did have a good flavor. The au gratin potatoes had a good texture, but the cheese sauce tasted like it came out of a can with some paprika sprinkled on top and broiled briefly. All in all, the food was good, but a suggestion for those who intend to dine here: make reservations well in advance, and make it for earlier in the evening. Also, be specific as to where you'd like to be seated. If we do go back, it will be in the off-seasion. read more

I grew up in the Vergas area and have been to this restaurant many times over the years, mainly when it was under different ownership. I can tell you that the current owner/proprietor has made dramatic improvements to the building after a fire a few years ago. The venue is elegant, but friendly, and the staff is outstanding in their warmth, attentiveness, and efficiency. Our food was wonderful! I enjoyed a cup of beer cheese soup, and a strawberry chicken salad, topped off by a wonderful cup of coffee and a heavenly slice of banana tiramisu cake. We had the best view of the lake from our booth on a perfect summer evening. Then only thing that would have made our experience better would have been some live piano music from the baby grand piano near the bar. read more

The best food in the area hands down! I've eaten at great restaurants all over the world, and this chef is better than most of the chefs anywhere else. While their regular menu is great, try out an event where they're offering wine or beer pairings and a set menu. It's a great value, plus you get what the chef wants to cook, which is always in season and delicious! read more

When in MN visiting family, this is our favorite place to eat. The prime rib, the walleye, the beer cheese soup, and the salads are all great. The kids menu is good (includes shrimp alfredo!!). It's always busy so make a reservation and expect to be patient. Service is great though and so is the view! read more

Kayla was our server and she was a delight. Very kind, gave good recommendations, and interacted with our table politely and energetically. The food was great and the patio ambiance was also a pleasant experience. read more

Spanky's consistently serves excellent steaks and the service is top notch. My family (6 adults) specifically asked for a quiet table 2 days ago when making our reservation. This is because loud places cause anxiety for my elderly father. We were celebrating 2 anniversaries and a birthday. It was a rare night out for my parents. Halfway through our meal a very loud group from Microsoft was seated on the middle of the dining room. From then on, we could not hear each other speak. Our server had to shout to be heard. Why couldn't this big group be placed in the bar area or in a corner? Clearly Microsoft's business has more importance to this restaurant than long time customers. Other groups were complaining too! I will think twice before going there again. read more

Awesome steak. Really tender with great flavor. The prices are not cheap but for the quality of the food I would gladly pay much more. The decor of the place was very nice. A warm fireplace and set up like a nice cabin. We'll absolutely be back read more

Really not sure what all the hype is about. Restaurant had a nice ambiance with a large wood burning fireplace (though the vinyl seat in our booth was torn and unpleasant feeling while seated). We started by ordering a few cocktails - house margarita for me and a "Kentucky" Mule for the hub. Both were fantastic. With high expectations (built, in part, by our server Lezlee) we agreed to try the appetizer on special - prime rib sliders with onion sauté and horseradish aoli. What we received were small roast beef sandwiches on dollar buns cut in half. Not impressed. Spanky's is supposedly known for their beer cheese soup, so I ordered a cup with my dinner. Folks, this was Campbell's Cheese Soup out of a can. No beer flavor what-so-ever. Don't bother. I ordered the "Delightful Duo" entrée with walleye and NY strip, side of sauerkraut mashed. The potatoes were the only thing I even remotely liked. The walleye was disappointingly bland; no seasoning in the batter used to pan fry, Kraft tartar sauce. I asked for my steak to be rare and it was cooked almost past medium. The outside of the steak was obviously overcooked with a dark crust and grill marks. Nothing could salvage my meal, not even our friendly waitress, Lezlee. My husband ordered the "Trust Me" - a dish supposedly composed that day by their executive chef. Being adventurous (especially after developing new tastes on a 14-day cruise to the Caribbean), my husband looked forward to seeing his "creation" of a dinner. He was served a salad of spring greens sprinkled with a few dried cranberries and a slice of tomato. Three small fillets of cold, over cooked duck breast were haphazardly thrown on top, and it was all smished together with about a spits-worth of orange vinaigrette. The entrée consisted of a NY Strip marinated in a rosemary demiglaze and 5 gigantic pieces of asparagus. The sauce on the steak was ok, but as my husband was not asked how he prefers his meat to be cooked, it came to the table medium. And other than the asparagus, there was no other side dish. Disappointing. After reading all the reviews prior to our visit, we were hoping for a romantic dinner with not only delectable food but exceptional, attentive service. Unfortunately, this was not our experience. If you want to spend a lot of money on less than mediocre food with spotty service, give Spanky's a try. If you like a good, hot meal with a decent price tag, try a chain restaurant in town. read more

Beautiful view, delicious food( love seafood- great), drinks , I would love to recommend this place. Really feeling like you are In Restaurant. Waiters and people who work there Amazing. Thank You for atmosphere. read more

Have had mixed experiences here, decided to try one more time. Made reservations for four. Two of us arrived on time, said the other two had yet to arrive. They questioned us about the other two, were they going to come or not. They whispered back and forth making us feel like criminals. Sat us at the bar waiting for our table (for 4). Ten minutes later the extremely rude hostess asked if we knew if the others were coming because if not they could seat the 2 of us and if they did show up they wouldn't have a table. Huh? Remember we had a reservation for four. We ended up getting seated at a table for two in the bar area where it was very loud and difficult to have a pleasant conversation. I said we had asked for the dining room, too bad no room. The same nasty hostess said, "it is Saturday night you know". Yeah we know that's why we made a reservation. Ordered our cocktails and had placed our order. Enter nasty hostess to tell us something had opened in the dining room for two. I asked if it was by the kitchen because I'd been seated there in the past and it was horrible. Rude hostess stated there are a lot of seats by the kitchen and rolled her eyes. We chose to just stay where we were. Food was mediocre at best. Thai curry soup - watery, Campbell's broth with a splash of hot sauce. Ribs - not horrible but nothing too special. Waitress was pleasant and did a good job. When we left, walked right by nasty hostess - didn't say thank you or sorry about the seating. Just ignored us. Won't be going back. Would not recommend. Our two friends never did make it - they're the lucky ones! read more

This place is just terrible. Do not come here,you will be very disappointed. When me and a friend got here it wasn't to busy and there where plenty of open seats. But instead of seating us in the main part of the restraunt they brought us to a secluded walled in corner. It was like eating in a dark cramped closet. But that's not all when I received my water there was something floating in it. Finally I ordered the "Trust me"....Which was a very very bad idea. The "Trust me" is where the chef is suppose to give you a creative surprise dish. It costs $32 so I was hoping for something good. When I received it it was a small, tough flak stake and a very small greasy bowl of mac'n'cheese. It wasn't even worth $10, it was just terrible. For two people to eat here you could have all of this for just $70. Do yourself a favor and don't come here. read more

Went there with a large group last night. Food was good except kids pasta was cold Service was horrible. Asked about specials. Was told read menu. Most in group went to bar to get own drinks. Had to ask for water multiple time. Meal and salads came at same time. Kids couldn't get refills since server said pop was being worked on but adults could get it in their drinks. Was never asked how everything is. Went to restroom and no water came out of faucet. Left my number on comment card and have not heard from them Update. I heard from the owner which was great. He appreciated the feedback. I look forward to giving Spanky's another try read more

5 stars from start to finish!!! We came here for our wedding anniversary and it was definitely worth it! It exceeded both our expectations! We started with mussels and lobster cakes. Both were amazing! Then I ordered the dynamic duo shrimp and scallops with garlic sauerkraut mashed potatoes and seafood salad. Everything was delicious! Both the shrimp and the scallops were nice size, flavorful and cooked to perfection. My adventurous hubby ordered the "trust me" entree which is whatever the chef chooses! I don't know if I should say what he got but he loved every single part of it!!.. Of course since it was our anniversary we topped it off with desert. 24 karat cake (carrot cake) and Milky Way mousse cake. Both were wonderful! Whether it be a special occasion or just a dinner out, give this place a shot! It is worth the drive and every single penny. The ambiance was also amazing and the service was spectacular! We will be back! read more

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One of the best restaurants around these parts. Fantastic food and good service. The view over Rose Lake is beautiful and you can sit inside or outside on the deck. The place burned down this last year and they just finished rebuilding. They did an awesome job and haven't missed a beat. If you like walleye they know how to server it. My favorite is the Walleye Oscar, can't get it better! This is a great place to take the whole family and is a great place if you want a nice place to go for the evening. read more

If you are ever in this area this has got to be the best Resturant you will ever find. Great food every time. People are also very friendly.

Try to stop here everytime we're come to the lake. Nicest place to dine in the region. The BBQ ribs are perfect.

This is a beautifully rustic new build log building. Just the type of place that I really love. The view is wonderfujeans & a sweatshirt are fine here. read more

Overall I had a good to very good experience. View and atmosphere was great and the service was outstanding. I had high hopes and if there was a 3.5 that's what I would pick. This meal though wasn't 4 stars though. I ordered the scallops and ribeye combo. The steak was a little over cooked and didn't have any real bold flavor. It was good but not great. I could have easily had this steak at just about any corporate chain. The scallops were solid but at the same time not mind blowing. The potatoes were good to pretty good. Based on the reviews and for a $60 dinner I was expecting more. The steak wasn't the best by any means and really left me hoping for more. I might give it another shot someday but won't go out of my way to make sure I come back. read more

First time diners here, and I was more than impressed. Quick service, helpful and friendly waiters, and very good food. My wife got salmon and a martini, and I got scallops and shrimp with a local Fargo Brewery beer. The creme brûlée was great as well. We'll be back! read more