Always in search of a nice speakeasy experience, we came across Anoka Hardware Store while in…read moreMinneapolis before heading off to visit friends. It was a bit of a trek through rush-hour traffic from our hotel but so completely worth the trip. Discretely located through a door marked only by a red light above it we were warmly greeted by gentleman behind the hardware counter. We were prepared to answer with the password to let us in but for some reason it wasn't asked. No big deal. You are then sent through a door into the beautifully dimly-lit space of the speakeasy. There is plenty of seating, with small tables and some booths. We were shown to our table and greeted by one of the great, friendly hostesses. Drinks are ordered directly at the bar with one of the attendants. You immediately pay for your order which will then be brought to your table. Different but really a nice idea. The music was also nicely unique, with a mix of oldies from the 50's and 60's. An old black and white James Cagney movie played silently on one wall. In terms of the cocktails I have to say these are some of the most delicious and finely crafted drinks I've enjoyed. I began with the Start Your Engine, a delicious gin-based drink. My wife had an absolutely fantastic smoked Old Fashioned, smoked in a large box for a minute or two. Wow! Probably the best we've ever tasted. My second drink was another gin cocktail, the Last Word, which I'd been wanting to try for some time. A fine gin supported by green Chartreuse and lime, this was simply sublime. Highly recommended. The bar and menu is quite varied and extensive, so you're sure to find something to your liking. The space has a great vibe and mellow ambiance. Sufficiently dark, cozy and very nicely and eclectically decorated. Service was outstanding and informative. Reservations are recommended. Like many such places you are "limited" to 90-minute timeframes, which sometimes seems like not enough but ultimately works quite well. The quality of the cocktails, space and service all make for a really enjoyable time. Well worth many visits.

Minneapolis's best kept secret ;) a hardware store with a lot to offer. I especially enjoyed the…read morebeautiful charcuterie board and the breakfast at Tiffany's drink - wasn't too alcoholic, it was sweet and yummy. Ambience is spot on, a beautiful spot. Your reservation is timed, but you can hang out front afterwards if you'd like! Also, love the shovel supplies.

Early dinner reservation. Seated right away. Mildly noisy in restaurant and bar area but. It…read moreannoying. Great server, don't have her name but she was very good. Started with beverages and ordered an appetizer, the Burrata Crostini which was exceptional!! I had the Manhattan and my wife had the Old Fashioned and both were very nicely done. My wife ordered the chicken parmigiana which was very good and a huge portion. I ordered the Compart Duroc Pork Chop which was prepared perfectly medium rare with a side of asparagus and garlic mashed potatoes. Mmmm good. Creme brulee and one other dessert which were both very nicely prepared and very good! We will be back here again for dinner as well as beverages and apps.

I love their unique menu and the food is amazing. Staff is always helpful. If you are looking for…read morenew flavors to experience, definitely a place to go. I have loved everything I've tried.

Nice atmosphere, friendly people there. Good service. Super good wrap and burgers. They have a…read morebreakfast menu on Sundays only starting at 8:30am till 11:30am. Excellent breakfast and cheap, 11.00-14.00 range. Can't beat it.

I made a trip over to Rivers Bend Bar and Grill and it was a great time. The staff was amazing. I…read moresaw many reviews on the place saying the service was not good. I did not have that experience at this location. I walked in and I was asked what I wanted to drink and was not sure. The server was on top of things and checked on me several times. I did not feel as if the service was bad. I glanced around and others were getting taken care of promptly. I only had drinks here and no food but the place is clean and the staff was very friendly. I hope to make it back there again to review their food but speaking to a few of the people there I heard good things about the food from other people. The beer was ice cold and they did have a large selection non alcoholic beers it looked like. I will go back to try their food. They have some golf putting area that well I don't understand how and why golf but people like golf. There are other classic bar things in here including bingo. I will need to take a trip here on a festive evening and give it a second rating.

This is a great Speakeasy with a nostalgic atmosphere with well-made cocktails and great service!…read moreIf you like a variety of Old Fashions, this is your place to go to.

We had reservations at 6:00 on a Saturday. We grabbed a recently left table, but sat there with…read moredirty dishes from the previous guests for 30 minutes. It took 20 minutes for the server to come to our table to take our drink order, and with her being at our table multiple times after 30 minutes, she left the previous customer's dirty dishes multiple times. TERRIBLE service. We ordered 1 round of drinks, which took in total almost an hour to order, get our drinks, bus the previous customer's dirty dishes, and get our tab, and left due to how horrible the service was. The ambiance is amazing and this place had so much potential, but the service is horrible.

Tipsy is by far the best restaurant in Elk River! I've been going here for years, and I have never…read morebeen disappointed. Tipsy sauce is the perfect addition to fries, salads, or a sandwich. And the chicken wild rice soup is even better than homemade!! I met the owner, Laura, tonight. She is darling, and I understand why the place is so successful. She doesn't cut corners, makes everything from scratch, and loves what she does! Her kindness and enthusiasm is reflected in her staff. I have always been treated with respect and friendliness. I promise you won't be disappointed in the food, atmosphere or the service! P.S. Laura even shared one of their secrets to success! I tell you, Tipsy is a must visit!!

We loved Tipsy on Main so much that we went three days in a row! The place has such a great mix of…read morerustic charm and fresh, flavorful food. Every meal we had was excellent, and the service made it even better -- Shelly was our server, and she was absolutely wonderful. Friendly, attentive, and just one of those people who make you feel right at home. My breakfast was incredible -- perfectly cooked eggs, a warm biscuit, and the best cheesy potatoes ever. Crispy on the outside, creamy inside, and full of flavor. We were visiting my sister in the area, and this quickly became our favorite spot. If you're anywhere nearby, definitely stop in -- you'll be glad you did!

2026 Dive Bar 3 of 40…read more Just off Main Street, you will find this corner bar not far from the river. Upon entering, you will notice a small bar with an adequately stocked bar, featuring about 8 taps and a number of canned and bottled beers for your liking. There are plenty of high-top tables and booths to accommodate a decent crowd. MaGillycuddy's Bar is one of those places that instantly makes you want to settle in and stay awhile. The atmosphere strikes that perfect balance between cozy and relaxed, thanks in no small part to the awesome tin ceiling-- it kind of gives this place a vintage charm you don't see often. The crowd is just what one would expect, just regular folks enjoying a libation and watching the Wild game. And they have pulltabs!! We settled in on a high-top table and ordered beers and our lunch. The Nashville Hot Shrimp is a must-try. just the right amount of heat, and packed with flavor. The Guinness cheeseburger is an open-faced burger topped with fries, Guinness cheese sauce, and, of course, bacon. That was a bit messy, and was enjoyable, but there are some other items I will want to try before going back to that entree. Between the solid food offerings, the friendly vibe, and the cool interior, MaGillycuddy's has all the makings of a local favorite. If you're anywhere near Aonka, do yourself a favor and stop in--you won't regret it.

My boyfriend and I were originally trying to go to a different business in the area for lunch, but…read morethey were closed and we saw this place had good ratings! I'm really glad we stopped in! There is a parking ramp and street parking in the area. Both are free. They were decorating for Halloween and it gave us such a fun vibe! We were immediately welcomed in and the service was phenomenal the entire time we were there! I would go back on service alone! The upstairs area isn't overly large but they do have tables, booths and a bar to sit at. There was a sign that said "basement closed" so I assume there was more down there. There are TV's, so this would be a cool spot to grab a beer and watch the game for sure! There is also a small outdoor seating area and is next to a fountain. The food: The deep fried pickle spears were good! The batter is light and crispy! However, because these are spears, they took a long time to cool to properly eat. It comes with jalapeño ranch, which has a slight kick but nothing crazy. I recommend getting the regular ranch too! My boyfriend got the Reuben and noted it was "solid." I got the deep fried buffalo chicken sandwich with sweet potato fries! Both were excellent! The chicken was seasoned well before battered and the sweet potato fries had a sweet/lime/seasoning that was unique and tasty! This is definitely worth checking out!

Neat way to explore new bevys- pouring as much or as little as you want. Delicious! Must try!read more

It's a good variety of beers, split between out of state and local, and not all IPAs. There are…read morecocktails and wine on tap for grown ups, but also mocktails on there so kids can feel like they joined in the fun! Pizza is of course a perfect pairing to beer, and you can get ice cream to do a float with root beer or a sweet imperial stout (seriously, get it, so good). Ok, so why three stars? First, OMG sugar. The pizza sauce is sweet, and then they put honey on everything. I get it, bee themed, commit to the bit, but that did not go well with beer. Second, you're serving yourself, ordering at the counter, busing your own table... but unless you alter it, it's a 20% automatic tip on everything. I'm a believer in tipping, but not when there isn't any actual service. This is a norm right now for self pour places and I hate it. Beer good Sauce sweet Service fast Don't like auto 20% on self pour

Seen on social media that they had a SpongeBob pop-up theme going on. We originally planned to stop…read moreby on a Sunday but realized they are open Tue-Sat. Our second attempt we went on a Saturday right when they opened. We were greeted at the door and were told we can pick where we want to sit. It was decorated really cute for the theme everywhere, they had couches, more regular dining tables, barrel tables and bar seating. We opted for a barrel table. The menu for food and drinks were all changed to be named after SB related references which was really fun. We ordered a few drinks, mocktails and food. The food is more so bar food, bites. We ordered pickle roll up's, chicken lettuce wraps, onion rings and they were all very basic and imo not worth it for the prices. I'd prefer to eat some where before and then come here for drinks. The drinks were decent. A lot of them had bitters, which I'm not a fan of at all but I know it's very common at cocktail bars. I did find a few without and went with those. One was called campfire song song. It was like a s'mores espresso martini which I loved. Our waitress was really nice, attentive and in tune with the theme. I loved her enthusiasm. Overall it was really cute and I can tell beyond the theme it's a cute place to grab drinks with friends. I'd for sure come back for other themes or just to just out the normal vibe.

We tried this local spot to celebrate a birthday. This was the perfect spot for a couple of drinks…read moreand apps with good conversation. You wouldn't believe this cozy lounge was nestled in this strip mall in Otsego. We chose a few different drinks - a few signature cocktails, a flight from the specials menu, and a glass of Prosecco. The names were clever, the drinks were unique, and the staff was knowledgeable. The Parmesan Truffle Fries were crispy, meaty, and the jalapeño sauce gave them a nice kick. The Cowboy Corn Poppers (not pictured) were crunchy on the outside while creamy and flavorful on the inside. This was the perfect way to end the night with friends. We will definitely be coming back.

This location is located within north town mall by the food court! They have trivia weekly while…read moreyou can enjoy adult drinks and milk shakes. The milk shake was def my favorite! It was delicious! I would suggest this place for a nice adult break during a busy shopping day

First time at this place! Parking is easy with lots of room, as it's at Northtown Mall. Easy to…read morefind the bar within the mall as well- just head to the food court area! I appreciate the new remodeled area of the food court, it does look pretty nice. The ambiance of the bar is a bit odd with its placement- it's in the middle of the food court and feels like a pop-up bar situation. It's mostly a bar with a counter around it that you sit at! There is a huge plus in that since you are in the middle of the food court, there are a lot of great options to choose from. Something for everyone! There are kids running around and some games being played nearby so be prepared for that if you're hoping for a quiet night out. The service was pretty good- it wasn't too busy and it's a small location. The drink menu is fun and has some cool options to choose from! Mocktails available as well! Everything is priced right. I got the caramel bourbon milkshake and it was very tasty. My friend ordered the blinker, and that was also very good! Overall I rated 3/5 because the menu is good and it's a cute bar, but the ambiance/location could be better. Again, great spot if you want a fun cocktail while taking a break from shopping, and all of the food options are a big plus.

I'm still convinced I'm Serum's biggest fan. I can't get enough of this place. The chicken wings…read more The rooftop. The drink specials during happy hour. The upstairs area with live music. The popcorn. The TATERTOTS. Extra ranch please. Try to get me to shut up about this place!

Staple Just off main in Anoka reasonable prices good selection, menu well staffed, energetic…read morepersonnel