Restaurants in Mankato

“Yummmmm we love crumbl cookies”

“The fish and chips were amazing. The brownie desert was wonderful. Great server and reasonably priced. Will definitely go back if in Mankato again.”

“The food was fresh and well flavored! The chips were amazing! My friend and I thoroughly enjoyed eating here! Very impressed with the food. Highly recommend the Black Bean Tostada appetizer! We also had very attentive service from our server Peyton! Thank you!”

“Amazing food and better service!! 10 out of 10 would recommend🔥❤️”

“Came here with my husband tonight and had the best time. Started with the Reuben rolls....great! I had the mahi mahi and he had the fish and chips. Both meals were wonderful. Our waitress, Hailey, was awesome. She made the best recommendations and had a very pleasant attitude. The ambiance was perfect. we will be back again!”

“I recommend it 100% the service is fast and the waitress extremely friendly… I love it”

“We enjoy going in for a Bloody Mary on a Saturday or Sunday. We have highly recommended that they get better Appetizers , what they call Sharables but they haven't. They took the pretzel off the menu and they shoyld not have. They don't have any deep fried mushrooms, broccoli or cauliflower. So if you are wanting appetizers then I dont recommend going there. Their juicy Lucy's are very good and so is there French dip. They have a chicken bourbon salad that is amazing. We have only sat a table once and thr service was not as good as at the bar. its fun to watch people play pickle ball. its nice that they have popcorn to snack on. They don't play the music loud, which is something we really like.”

“Always a great Happy Hour atmosphere. Love the Honey Goat pizza.”

“Absolutely amazing. Everything high quality and extremely fresh. I eat sushi in the cities all the time and this place meets and beats many restaurants up there. $21.99 lunch special here INSANE value.”

“Repeat customer for the past three years and I am so excited to see and experience to menu and food elevating in taste and quality.”

“The halibut was cooked to perfection and tasted great. The only thing that I would add would be a little bit of lemon butter sauce on the bottom of the plate but admittedly I’m not a chef.”

“I tried to do the survey at the restaurant, but it timed out sadly! I needed to get this review out about a young man at the Mankato, MN Olive Garden. My family came in right before 4 p.m. and had a wonderful waiter named Husein. He was a delight to have and made it so easy and simple to relax and just enjoy our family time sitting at the table. Husein came with refills of soup and drinks so quickly. It's like he knew how to keep us all comfortable and happy all the while he was also busy with several other tables! I'm sorry Husein that I didn't get the survey finished at the restaurant, but I hope this helps you out and shows how much we appreciated your hard work and saw the effort you put into getting each course to us! My daughter really loved the chocolate lasagna. Again thank you Olive Garden for having wonderful staff like Husein!”

“Finally had a chance to have their breakfast I had Denver omelet with cheesy hash browns. Wife had biscuits and gravy. We both said this is like the best breakfast we’ve ever had.”

“It's kept clean and a great place to get some food. I cant wait for the food trucks to come back. Swedes was the one there today. I was excited for it! super nice woman working today. The food was not great though.The Pulled pork is very dry. I had the sandwich and the nachos, and took it home. I only live 8 mins away. The food was cold, no semi warm to it. Their sauces are good though, just doesn't make up for the dry pork.”

“We had a fun time today and topped it off with the best late nite cookies around 💜💜”

“I was a little worried as its just a little dingy storefront...but the atmosphere was nice and everyone was friendly and attentive. Our waitress was on the spot and the food was alot and so yummy!”

“The negative comments on the Dining Center are pretty old. They have really improved their food! There is a fresh salad bar, made to order sandwich bar, pasta bar, fresh pizza daily, and soft serve ice cream, as well as vegetarian/vegan options, a dessert bar, and several choices of balanced, healthy meals daily.”

“I enjoy eating at JD's great service the food is amazing. Staff are very respectful and also don't mind having conversations. Definitely a place where I take my kids out for a juicy burger and myself to enjoy a nice cold beer. S/O to JD's 😎”

“Great ice cream and great service!”

“I was having a really rough day and needed somewhere to crash for a few hours. I'm not from Mankato and found the Coffee Hag reviews. Boy, did it hit. Great coffee, GF cookie and most important (to me) a fantastic atmosphere. There was a warm, welcoming feeling when I walked in and it didn't change over the next few hours. I can't wait until I'm back in Mankato so I can pay another visit!”

“Food was great! Waffle fries and a side of ranch is the way to go. Grace, our server, was awesome. Thx highly recommend!”

“This place just kills it. I eat here 4 to 5 times a week for lunch. I have never left disappointed. Not once. The staff are courteous and friendly and are great at remembering most customers names. They got it going on!”

“Excellent pizza joint. Our go to in Mankato when we visit. Great service, sauce good, toppings are bountiful, nice cheese pull. Cheap beers. Thanks for the pint glass for my bar.”

“Great place great people and great food”

“The food is super delicious, the owners are amazing people too!”

“Our server Tami has been a fantastic help every time we come in! She's so kind and helpful with any questions we have! I highly recommend asking for her section :)”

“Went last night; the server gave me a recommendation for my food and drink. Both were so yummy. I had the sticky burger and Hippie Juice. Also, even though it was very busy, the service was still smooth. The side patio is especially nice of warm days!”

“Fantastic food!! Caring wonderful owner!!❤️❤️❤️”

“Addie is an absolute gem! From the moment I walked in, they greeted me with the biggest smile and made me feel right at home. Their energy is contagious, and they truly go above and beyond to make every customer feel welcome. If you’re looking for a great start to your day, Addie’s your person. Thank you for making my morning so much brighter!”

“We have been taking my kiddo in or getting takeout since she was 2. She is 13 now and they know her order and always offer a great Sakura Roll for her to enjoy. Thanks for the years of great food!”

“Stopped here on the recommendation of the front desk at our hotel. Happy Chef was closing due to short staffing; however, thankfully, we were still seated. Bobbi and Leslie, we can’t thank you enough for the excellent service and delicious food.”

“It's Dairy Queen. What's not to like? The food is usually pretty good. This one makes it fresh for you and the fries are delicious. They are hot, crispy and flavored. They have their seasoning on them which makes them that much more tastier. It was all girls at this location and I noticed that they all wore shorts. Is that standard for their uniforms? They were friendly and helpful. I was a little disappointed that they didn't have any butterscotch Dilly bars. They had some Heath ones which I've never tried before. I'm sure that those are good. But I'm only giving four stars because butterscotch Dilly bars are some of the best.”

“LocAle Brewing Company has really good sour beers.”

“I went in and got the Strawberry Cheesecake mega shake for additional protein based on Gus’s recommendation and it was DELICIOUS. I will definitely be making Mad Ave Nutrition a staple (great prices too!)”

“I thought the food was delicious, fair prices, the store was very clean and the service was great”

“Delicious Chicken Philly!”

“Fabulous food, generous portions, excellent service!! Definitely going again. A very STRONG recommend!”

“I thought that the pizza and cheese bread that we got from 1000 Degree pizza was delicious and great. We got the Philly cheese steak pizza. We loved the steak on it. We also really loved the cheese bread. The woodfire oven makes for a perfect crust. The staff are also wonderful.”

“This place is amazing - Myranda was an awesome bartender and it was cool atmosphere. Will definitely be back!”

“Had the healthy melt with turkey added 10/10 Iced salted caramel latte with oat milk 10/10”

“Great pho!”

“The food is always wonderful and the staff is friendly and helpful.”

“Beautifully made & amazing tasting cakes every time! Tony is great at what he does and offers the best customer service. Highly recommend. Our family favorites are the white cakes, confetti cakes, and our recent first experience with the peanut butter explosion. YUM 😋😋”

“Top notch bar that has become a cornerstone in Mankato Minnesota for live music.”

“As good as it gets!! Fresh, Fast, and Friendly!”

“Came here looking for pastries that my Mom would like for her birthday - came out with 2 brownie/cheesecake muffins, 2 big "turtle" clusters and a cinnamon/brown sugar "crispy." Everything was gone by noon the next day, 5 stars”

“Top notch! I love Pizza Ranch wherever I go. Mankato is the 160th location The Legendary Pizza Ranch Guest ever visited.”

“Salads were good. Service just meh. Bartender ignored us while continuing to serve a couple next to us. Was having a convo with them about other restaurants in the area so clearly they were locals and regulars. Not sure we will be back.”

“Each unique location offers unique vibes. This one brings the vibes with a MSU twist. It’s an awesome get together over caffeinated is spontaneousness kind of place.”

“Myrna the only waitress there is a very pleasant person and very friendly to the customers. Keep up the great work!”

“Best place in town. Have been to all as a mexican food lover and hands down i will be going back to themm didnt mess upp on my order. I suggest going in the first time to know what your getting and what comes with your meal. Breakfast lunch and dinner. Killing the mexican game at all 10 locations. Will be making this my go to fast food”

“I’m not picky as I am hungry. This place does well serving a goods despite being a vendor. The build your own taco is definitely a hit and the Horchata & agua frescas option is a good one to take note. Muy Delicioso y fantastico”

“The Boulder Tap House is a reliable, high-quality bar and grill where you always know exactly what you’re getting.

As a legally blind individual, menu accuracy and clarity are huge for me. I love that their menu lists every single item and ingredient on the plate. Because I navigate and explore my food using my hands and fingers rather than my eyes, knowing precisely what is in front of me provides a level of accessibility and predictability I deeply appreciate. Their menu layout is also very easy to navigate.

The food is outstanding across the board—their giant cheese curds, burgers, wings, and soft pretzels are absolute highlights. While there can be a bit of a wait for food, the timing is consistent whether they're packed or slow, which tells me everything is being made fresh to order.

The staff is exceptionally friendly and attentive. Refills are always prompt, and they consistently remember small personal details, like adding a lime to my Diet Mountain Dew. (Back when I drank alcohol, their cocktail menu was top-notch, too!)

Overall, it’s a 10 out of 10 experience. Between the accessible menu, fantastic food, and thoughtful staff, I highly recommend stopping in!”

“The food here was excellent. The price was affordable per person. I devoured everything because it was delicious! I recommend this place and will definitely come back when I'm in the city.”

“Super good frozen yogurt, is my first time and I live it.”

“The wife and I all time favorite coffee shop to goto and get coffee and breakfast sandwiches! Everyone is super friendly and happy and always have a smile on there face”

“The food is delicious. The only downside is they don’t accept cash.”

“Friendly service. The person who took my order was very friendly.”

“Preordered online, and went in for pick up. Didn’t realize until then that they ran out of a lot of fruit teas and fruit drinks so we could only get strawberry fruit drinks. Beautiful indoor backdrop for pictures! Staff was knowledgeable and kind. If you want to order, only option is a kiosk but doesn’t seem like they can program when they are out of certain things.

Parking: Sitting across campus and other restaurants/eateries (Chipotle, Asian Wok, crumbl cookies), bank, and a liquor store, so it can grt busy!”

“Took the kids for “May the 4th” to get some pizza and check out the Star Wars event. It was a great time and the kids loved it! Thanks for putting this on and as always the pizza was great.”

“awesome food!”

“Great place to eat! Excellent food, friendly staff, and great drinks”

“staff were very polite and the food was awesome! a special SHOUTOUT to Jass… he was amazing, friendly, and very clear while taking our order. Great experience overall !!”

“Best shake I've had in a long time, and my sandwich was excellent. Always a very relaxing stop after shopping.”

“Good service. Good food. Good deal at Christmas time with gift cards!”

“I kept hearing how good the food is and how nice the staff is, so I decided to try it out. Everyone undersold it. I just had the best country fried steak I’ve had in years. My waitress was super nice and attentive. Definitely coming back soon!”

“Dr Pepper chicken, I think they should have made a Dr Pepper dipping sauce instead of a dry rub you really don't get much of a Dr Pepper taste. Still overall pretty good service outstanding”

“I would not consider myself a "foodie" but i do have a restaurant bucket list, i started seeing posts for a new taco spot in mankato & i had to go, well cuz its tacos 😆!! Thankfully the boys are always down for my lil adventures....lets be honest though i had them at the word tacos for this one 😆!! I rarely do food/restaurant reviews but i am tonight!! We tried Tako Kato & i give it a 10!! That may be partial to the best dates ever but.....its super cute, small & quaint. They do have a dine in option & the esthetic is super cozy & fun!! The boys both did the hot cheeto burritos made to their likings & i did the maverick burrito with the restaurant recommendations both twists on american & authentic mexican food. Food was hot, fresh & delicious!! Fries are even a choice as a side, which parker opted for & they were better than alot of burger joints, D did the chips & sauce & i did the rice....all very good!! The staff super friendly we were checked on by the waiters & the cooks! & they even offered a fun family picture to add to their polariod wall, making our visit a personable & fun family night, even though i wouldnt say its the traditional family sit in restaurant. Very authentic with a flare for a small little spot!! Needless to say a fun night with my boys!!”

“So good! Great location Everyone is so friendly , the food is delicious. Highly recommend!”

“papa murphys pizza is now open on river front dr mankato mn tues thru sat 12pm to 7 pm”

“The energy in this bar is definitely above all others in Mankato! The people there truly care and they create a great environment!”

“The coffee drinks are delicious. The staff is always friendly. Their pup cups are adorable and we love taking our dog there for one with us. It's drive thru only, no inside seating. Which is fine I like mine to go.”

“Amazing food, clean, cheap ($15) for unlimited food, nice buffet, good variety (fruit, meals, sushi, dessert, etc..,) and good atmosphere”

“Good food and good atmosphere.”

“The best French fries of any Chick-fil-A I have ever been to! (This is a lot of restaurants). The atmosphere was clean, staff is very attentive in the seating area, and the owner was very friendly and approachable. Highly recommend!”

“Docks are on backside of building, inside the building. Nice red rope lights to show you where to back into. Good people, got in trailer right away. In and out in less than 30 minutes. Porta potty inside dock area. Bolt cutters inside if you need them to cut seal. Great experience!”

“always my fav! fresh, great service...friendly employees!”

“Food is great and vary friendly atmosphere thanks…”

“Not the place to go if you like black coffee. The price is nice but the black un-doctored coffee is nowhere near the quality Starbucks or Caribou.”

“Very good pizza me and my 4 children came and got a peperoni 20' & left full and still had some pizza great customer service as well! Keep up the good work guys.”

“Good fast, American-ized Mexican food. Pretty good selection. The Potato Oles are some of the best hash brown like potatoes I've tried. Ask for them crispy! Kids loved the place (4, 7, 10). Very clean and bright. Staff was nice and helpful.”

“The best fried rice I've ever had. I was impressed to see that they were making my rice on a gas stove with their specialty cookware. there are no warming trays back there. very nice people who deserve to be successful.”

“The pizza was ready when it was supposed to be and it was exactly what I expected and ordered I am always very happy with the pizza experience every time I go to Papa Murphy's”

“I will have to preface this review by saying that I'm definitely going to give Johnny B's a second shot. My first experience there was subpar, but I feel like it could be much better. I tried their fries, cowboy kegs, buffalo chicken tater tot kegs, and the philly cheese steak sandwich. The fries were nothing to write home about at all, they tasted under salted and almost store bought. The cowboy kegs were definitely a cool premise, like hush puppies but with cream cheese. They didn't taste as good as I hoped but I still enjoyed them. The buffalo chicken tater tot kegs had me excited, but the potato and chicken flavors didn't mix well and it also didn't taste as good as I expected. They did give me a fat cup of bleu cheese though which I was super happy about. The philly cheese steak sandwich was definitely the star of the show, delicious, but I do have to remark that I wish it had more cheese.

Overall, the food was 6/10, barely above average, but the place was clean, the waitress was nice, and the overall experience was more 8/10. I want to return because I want to try the bacon ranch tater kegs and the more famous menu items. I'm sure that while the food I ordered was subpar, other options must be way better. I'll update my review next time I visit”

“I ordered a 1/2 pound of prosciutto today from the deli. When I got home and opened it I was floored. It was sliced to absolute perfection. The likes of which I have not seen since I moved here from New York. It made it taste even more delicious than it already is. We have an old expression from back in the day “I want it sliced so thin that you can see through it”! Well Karl, you are a master and went way above and beyond that. And I thank you!!”

“Great food and selection of beers on tap. Nice stop for a bite and a drink if you want a little change of pace. I don’t even ski. We just come here because we like it.”

“Taco Bell has been a favorite of mine for over 45 years when we used to live in California. My husband loved their Bellburgers and I would always have a bean tostada and we would get a cup of refried beans & cheese for our 2-yr.-old. Nowadays I love the Crunchwrap Supreme. It's so handy to eat and not messy like most tacos.”

“This Starbucks always makes my coffee perfectly and delivers amazing customer service while doing so. This is the only Starbucks in town that I’ll go to!”

“Pizzas always really good and there cheese bread is delicious too .. prices are reasonable and the delivery is amazing, we live a little bit out of town and they still deliver 🥰 sometimes it’s kinda hard to find places to come out here :) so we’re thankful and will continue to order 😊”

“My favorite drinks in either summer OR winter! Best customer service from employees too. Always really energetic and open to giving suggestions when I can’t make up my mind :)”

“My God is always fresh or close to it. The wait time is rarely long. Everyone is always very nice and incredibly professional. Good team working here! 👍”

“Every single time I go to Caribou Coffee, it is absolutely amazing! It is worth every single penny. My absolute go-to is the Mocha Campfire Cooler is so delicious.
​The kids love their Oreo Cookie Crumble, though I honestly love sneaking a sip of that one too! We are also obsessed with their pumpkin muffins—the ones with that incredible cheesecake or cream filling inside. So delicious! And if I'm grabbing breakfast, their spinach egg breakfast wrap is amazing as well.
​Prices can be a little steep, but I cannot complain at all when the quality and taste are this good. I just love Caribou Coffee!”

“Very disappointed with the cold tacos, half filled chilitos, and sloppy tostada. They even left the burned cheese and old chips from the grill in the wrapper of two of my chilitos. upped the price and down graded the service. Sad.”

“The food was AMAZING. I went there with my dad since my mom and step-dad were at a card game thing for dinner. The atmosphere is great, it wasn't too crowded or overwhelming.”

“I love the friendly faces, they remember my name & favorite coffee. Vanilla Latte (Skinny)”

“Nice new pool tables ! Right downtown where all the action is , A very good crowd on the weekends , I really good sound system”

“Wonderful experience! We placed a large catering order with individual meals/drinks for each member of our party. The Stadium Village staff was great! Called to verify delivery time, individually packed/labeled each meal, brought two extra small drinks just in case, and then refused a tip! Would HIGHLY recommend this location! Thank you, Stadium Village staff!”

“We love hanging out at Mully’s!! Fun karaoke nights and super friendly bartenders!! Fantastic customers that become great friends!! Great food at value prices too!”

“5 stars all around except for the cleanliness. It wasn't super bad but the tables weren't wiped down and the bathroom wasn't clean. Would still go back here because of the fast service and food was hot and on point.”

“best pizza ever. cheap price!”

“I love dunkin food and coffee! so nice to grab something to eat it drink at a reasonable price! All your employees do their best at their job. If someone isn't happy, they accommodate appropriately.”

“100000/10 service from Addison! Went above and beyond making sure we had a table and great friendly service. Ask for Addison when you go in if you want a fantastic top tier experience :) - Bingo was fun too”

“Food was hott and taste great.. the manger and employees were very kind even with me losing my voice.. had a amazing experience all around.. i wish all restaurants were so kind”

“Love our local Berry Blendz! The owner is the best in customer service and I look forward to each visit after the gym.”

“My family had dinner here after attending a swim meet nearby. It really was just another Taco Johns, but what was different here was the staff. They greeted us with a smile when we first came in and again when we left, which was nice.”

“Busy as heck, but the crew handled it. Lots of bodies but the drinks flow! Floor and table tops are sticky in all corners of the bar, low ceilings basement with no ventilation makes for some stale farts. Great college bar, brings frat vibes with louder music!”

“I like the brand but this store is ALWAYS filthy. Bathrooms gross, floors haven’t been swept wall to wall in what looks like weeks, always dirty tables…and always some sort of unopened boxes stacked in front of the merch wall. How are we supposed to step around those? Not to mention flies everywhere. You need a professional cleaning crew and reset badly.”

“Easily the best take out in Mankato for Chinese American cuisine. Seating inside is like this delicious time capsule of millennial Chinese Takeout with the ancient stock images of Family Fun backlit by LEDS strips dimming to time. God I love this place. Talked myself into giving it 5 stars for atmosphere at the last minute there.”

“New owners, and management. This place is great, consistent Thai fare, and Pho. Customer service is also good. Have ordered both take out and eaten there, with good experiences.”

“As I have always been incredibly pleased with toppers, today my order was incorrect. I placed an order for sausage, pepperoni, green peppers, onions and mushrooms on the whole pizza, and black olives on half. I got the pizza and it was half black olives and cheese, half sausage, pep, green peppers, olive and mushrooms. Pretty disappointed”

“I love their sandwiches and the Mac and cheese is out of this world. ***Pro tip: order at the electronic kiosk or from the app to save time. They will bring your order to your table***”

“Food is awesome. However it feels like a fire code violation with shoulder standing room and one single door for an entrance and exit. Also, there is zero coordination at the door for a waiting line. Most places take a name and how many or give ppl a ticket ect., Folks just walk right past others who've been waiting to be seated and then immediately get a seat right infront of others who've been waiting.”

“I have loved Buffalo Wild Wings Mankato for almost 30 years! Great job!”