this is by far the best place to throw a party! staff was nice, pricing was great, venue was…read morebeautiful. 10/10 highly recommend anyone throwing a party to come. They provided many utensils and extra things for us as well!

Alpha & Omega Farm was such a fun experience and absolutely worth the 45-minute to hour drive from…read morethe Twin Cities! I chose it for my birthday celebration, and it ended up being the perfect setting. There's plenty of grass parking and lots of space to spread out with lawn chairs or picnic blankets. We grabbed a table in the open gazebo, which worked perfectly for our group. I'd recommend arriving early if you want a spot near the stage, where they have live music throughout the evening. The farm opens at 5 p.m., but you can arrive as early as 4:30 to order pizza. I HIGHLY recommend reserving your crust online. It's $10, but that goes toward your pizza purchase. They also have a limited number of walk-ups available each night. We tried the Guyro and Millie the Meatlover pizzas. The Guyro had seasoned lamb, cheese, cucumber, tomato, and tzatziki and was such a unique combination, but the Meatlover was my favorite! It had plenty of Canadian bacon, pepperoni, and sausage with a great meat-to-cheese ratio. We also got the cheese curds with marinara, and definitely get some dill ranch for dipping! My one miss was the $7.50 Blueberry Basil Lemonade. I didn't get much blueberry or basil flavor and thought it tasted more like a watered-down pink lemonade. My brother's rum and Coke, on the other hand, was pretty strong for the price. You can also bring your own beverages. There's plenty to do while you wait for your pizza. The farm has pigs, alpacas, donkeys, cows, goats, plus games like cornhole and basketball. Between the animals, games, live music, and open space, it's also VERY kid-friendly. One of my favorite parts was meeting the owner, Kim, who took some time to show us around. I loved hearing about her vision of creating a welcoming space centered around community. They even have accommodations on the property and can host private events. A few things to know before you go: Bring plates, napkins, utensils, containers for leftover pizza, and a trash bag because those aren't provided. The bathrooms are also porta-potties, so come prepared! Overall, this felt like a little summer getaway without traveling far from Minneapolis. Come early, reserve your pizza, bring your picnic supplies, and make an evening out of it. I'd absolutely come back!

Every corner of this place tells a story of love and dedication. Everyone mentions the welcoming…read moreowner and she really is outstanding. I went during a Father's Day Sunday with live music and I need to shout out to the partner who is making and selling the homemade cookies for $6. I can't stop thinking about those cookies - they are Glorious! The food here is farm fresh and my husband noticed the fresh tomato on the pizza immediately. Things to know upfront: - reserve/put a deposit down on your crust online ($10 plus tax) It is highly recommended. You pay for the full pizza once you order at the hut. They will ask for your name when you walk up. 1 crust typically feeds 2 people. - there is free farm parking - bring your own napkins, plates, and utensils (they do have a farm kit you can get if not for extra $) - this is a zero waste place so carry out your garbage recycling - no pets / children need to be supervised - you can rent one of their group seating spaces or find seating if any tables are open. We brought lawn chairs just incase as advised. We didn't need to use them on the mellow day we were in. -satellite restrooms onsite We loved visiting!! Thank you

This was just a random winery we picked out to visit after visiting wine country in Temecula in…read moreSouthern California. I'm not a big fan of tasting or drinking wine but I really enjoyed myself and the tray of cheese and meats we had to accompany our wine. Whe ended up buying 12 bottles of my wife's favorites. She loves German wines. And strangely I'm eager to go back and give their pizza a try.

Beautiful winery! We all got flights and loved every single wine we tried. We had a charcuterie…read moreboard that was also very good but not the best I've had. Plenty nice indoor and outdoor seating with game options indoors. Will absolutely go back if I am ever in the area again!

Jerry Vinter & family are so lovely & provide such a unique experience! Restored local buildings…read moremoved to their farm, antique shops throughout, farm animals to visit, arrange a horse & buggy ride, arrange a school house experience, arrange a farm hand experience, maybe fresh eggs, maybe fresh baked goods. We brought home our best (tuxedo) kitten, who did not want to be a farm cat, 12 years ago

Ten stars on a scale of 5!!! This place is truly a one-of-a-kind and an incredible and very…read morememorable experience. Our family of six spent a totally enjoyable four-plus hours this past Sunday at Jerry Hiltner's Vintage Village Antiques in rural Osakis, Minnesota (population 1,750). "Rural" takes on new meaning out here on the dirt roads of northwestern Minnesota where the only facilities on this site are a pair of outhouses. Jerry offers tours and field trips of the "Village" by appointment 7 days a week from Memorial Day through Labor Day. Pre-scheduled visits for small groups include a Thanksgiving-like candlelight dinner for a modest fee per person. We enjoyed walking through a half dozen buildings on the property including a vintage school room, a small church, a blacksmith shop and a few vintage structures filled to the brim with interesting antiques and collectibles for sale. The highlight of our afternoon was an incredible home-cooked, family-style Chicken Dinner with all the fixins in the candle-lit dining room of the site's turn-of-the-century farmhouse. Jerry is the gregarious owner and host, as well as chief cook and bottle washer of this awesome village of vintage buildings that he relocated to this bucolic site. He is a chef with a life-long passion for antiques and all things antiquarian. Jerry's passion and good-natured love of life is immediately felt as you meet this country gentleman. After our magnificent dinner, Jerry capped off our visit by giving us a buggy ride through the fields in a vintage Amish-style carriage pulled by a smart nine year old Filly. What a day we had at the "Farm". For me, it was like stepping back in time and into a snapshot of life a hundred years ago. Thank you Jerry for your incredible Minnesotan hospitality. Without question...10 stars on a scale of 5!

WEDDING VENUE SUPREME !…read more What a lovely lovely establishment to have your wedding at. Easy to find, picturesque, comfortable, low pressure, friendly, competent, accommodating, and all around good vibes. Did I say it was just lovely? Despite all the restrictions, we all adhered and had a successful ceremony and reception. I wish that the reception hall was a little more light. Overall, a good day with good people. G E T M A RR I E D H E R E

From the owner: Creating extraordinary events and memories that last a lifetime is what we love doing at Crooked…read moreWillow. Located just 1-hour west of St. Cloud and 10 minutes from Alexandria, we are your premier wedding venue in Osakis, MN, which is the ideal setting for your most memorable occasion. Whether you're planning a wedding ceremony/reception, corporate outing, or another special event, look no further than our year-round facility that is loaded with classic charm and numerous modern amenities. We're proud to offer a unique indoor/outdoor venue that is whimsical, romantic, and private. You'll have an exceptional level of support, tools, and resources throughout your special day. Contact us today to book your tour for your wedding or special event.

My words cannot even express the amount of love and gratefulness I hold in my heart for April and…read moreBlake, and all of the beautiful hard work they put into making their vision come true. The beauty of this venue shines so bright. Everyone attending said this was the best wedding venue they've ever been to, and I would have to 100% agree. We booked with Ivory North for venue & photos before it was finished and I don't think I've ever made a better decision. April and Blake's love for each other and their family is so reflective through their work and truly draws them apart from other wedding vendors. In my job experience, I work with a lot of different brides and wedding vendors, and EVERYONE had nothing but amazing things to say about them. If you are even considering getting married here, you actually need to get married here. Don't bother anywhere else. It's worth the drive to Mora, I assure you. Shoutout to Ryan for running the operations day of and being so accommodating to our needs for the wedding! He was a fan favorite from everyone and definitely eased a lot of the random little concerns that come up on the day of. April and Blake, thank you again and again for coming into our lives and making our day so incredibly special. I cannot thank you enough!

Very quaint and attractive venue! I attended a wedding at this location. The white barn was the…read moreperfect backdrop for any color scheme. The bathrooms smelled nice and were clean. It also unfortunately rained, but there were nice indoor accommodations. However, nice weather would open up even more options for yard games and space to socialize.

After photographing over 500 weddings, near and far, big and small, I can honestly say this is one…read moreof the best wedding venues if you want all of your guests to join in on the fun! It's spacious, gives off a nostalgic vibe that I love, and the gardens out back for some beautiful photographs. The owners are incredibly sweet and old fashioned, so you know they have your best interest at heart always.

Falls Ballroom was recently contracted to cater for my National Guard unit. They served us…read morebreakfast, lunch and dinner for multiple days. They did well keeping up with the demand of hungry soldiers, they were extremely friendly and the food was so good! I love that they're a family business as well. 10/10, would recommend!

We stayed at Grandpa's Pool House for a bachelorette party, and it was the perfect setting. We…read moredidn't want to bring any decorations, which worked out great because the space is already full of awesome vintage details, plenty of Instagram-worthy photo ops, plus cute cups, wigs, and costumes that are perfect for a bachelorette celebration. The house layout was great for a medium-ish groups: two bedrooms on the main floor, a loft with a couch (and room for an air mattress), and two bedrooms downstairs. We had a group of 12, which I'd say is probably the max, a few people ended up sleeping on couches and I'm not sure how comfortable they were. The indoor pool was such a highlight! We spent most of our time there. It's heated, has Bluetooth speakers for music, and even a projector (though we didn't end up using it). There were plenty of floaties, and it was a great space to relax and hang out as a group. The pool could have been just a bit warmer, but we went in the spring when it was still a little chilly outside--I imagine it's perfect in the summer when the sun warms the space more naturally. Parking was super easy. All 12 of our cars fit in the driveway with no issues, and the house was easy to find. A few small cons: * Since we visited in spring, I'm not sure the place had gotten its full seasonal cleaning yet, some of the windowsills and the area outside were pretty dirty. * The fridge was a bit small for a group of our size. Definitely bring extra coolers, especially if you're stocking up on drinks. * There's no recycling available. We ended up bringing all our recycling home because we didn't want to throw it in the trash.

From the owner: Perfect space for bachelorette party, birthday party or any celebration. Every part of the house is…read moredecorated in 70s/80s decor. Indoor pool, creek in the back yard, vintage motorcycle in the basement and vintage car parked out front. Endless opportunities for photoshoots and adventure.