4 Best Bars near Forest Lake

Stella's On 97 American • $$
7050 Scandia Trail N, Forest Lake

Customers` Favorites

Minnesota Macaroni and Cheese
Blackened Chicken Sandwich
Stellas Steak Dinner
Grilled Caesar Salad
Champagne Chicken
Broasted Chicken
Seared Ahi Tuna
Beef Stroganoff
Walleye Fingers
Turkey Sandwich

“We love this place! It's a perfect hybrid of casual or classy dining, and everything that we've tried on the menu has always been delicious. Comfy seating, fast service, and healthy + delicious food make this an easy choice for regular visits. MUST-TRY FAVORITES: grilled brussels and bacon, ahi tuna, smoke stack burger, fish tacos, pan-fried walleye, and sweet potato fries. I regularly get the brussels as an appetizer and the ahi tuna [appetizer] as my meal.MENU UPDATE: They recently added birria tacos, which have roasted shredded beef and light-spicy, au jus-like sauce for dipping. (As of Feb 24, 2024, the website menu hasn't been updated yet.)The parking lot is very large. If parking spots only remain on the far left (west) edge row, don't worry, that means there's still a few tables open in main dining and lots open in the overflow space. If the left edge row is full, then the inside is pretty busy. Management does a fabulous job with balancing staffing because even if it's very busy, we've always been promptly seated and served. Accessibility is friendly for disabled or injured folks with flat surfaces all on the main level.If you come on a Friday or Saturday, I recommend a reservation, but it's not required. There are technically 4 seating areas -- bar (with TVs), main dining (fireplace and golf course views), overflow dining (cooler temps), and the seasonal outdoor patio. The bar and main dining area both have booths and tables with cushioned chairs. (The "cushioned" chair aspect is important for me since I have back issues.) The bar atmosphere is open and naturally louder. You can request a *tall* booth in the main dining area if you want more privacy.Service has always been very friendly and prompt. (Special shout out to the server Talon, who just last night ran my forgotten purse all the way out to me in the parking lot. Thank you!)The menu has diverse options from dry-rub chicken wings and burgers to pastas and chicken/steak/fish entrees. There are multiple options for gluten-free, keto, or vegetarian diners. They also have a wide selection of wine and drinks.There is a kids menu, but I don't think of this as a typical place to bring young kids. If your kids are hard to wrangle or like moving around while dining out, a table in the overflow dining space could work out.If you're unsure about Stella's, just go! You won't be disappointed.“

4.6 Superb83 Reviews
The Old Log Cabin Restaurant American • $
9726 Scandia Trail N, Forest Lake

Customers` Favorites

Prime Rib Slow Cooked 14 Oz Cut
Broasted Chicken Dinner
Philly Cheese Steak
Au Gratin Potatoes
French Onion Soup
Steamed Broccoli
Root Beer Float
Seafood Platter
Broiled Shrimp
Artichoke Dip

“You can tell there is a lot of history within the walls of this restaurant and it was packed with locals so that's always a good sign to me. Our waitress was prompt with taking our order, and following up with us later for refills, etc. My husband went with the chicken taco salad and I had the log jammer plate. The shell on the taco salad was nice and crisp and the meat had great seasoning and was moist. My log jammer sandwich was the best prime rib sandwich I had in quite some time, both in the meat being tender & flavorful, as well as the fact that they weren't stingy with the prime rib. The french fries on the side were crisped to perfection.“

4.5 Superb114 Reviews
Forest Hills Golf Club American • $$
7530 210th St N, Forest Lake

“I work here and it's the best golf course in Minnesota in my opinion the course is very easy to follow the staff is exceptional, it's really clean, and the atmosphere is amazin. I recommend it to anyone who wants to become a member because it's a private course.“

3.9 Good8 Reviews
VFW Post 4210 Bars • $$
556 12th St SW, Forest Lake

“Went with the ladies for Coach purse bingo. Fun concept and it was a really fun night. The sound system for bingo was pretty terrible when we were there, so it was very hard to hear. If they do bingo often, I would hope that they've fixed that issue. Ample parking.“

3.7 Good22 Reviews
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