Restaurants in Mankato

“Viva took such good care of us. Kids loved Mac n cheese so much we ordered two! Truffle chips are so good. Finished the night with butter cake! Excellent food and service!”

“We are from out of town and stopped for lunch on a movie and shopping day. Learned they had a special brunch menu on the weekend. Free coffee and mini donuts was a surprise. Donuts were delicious as was the crab cake Benedict. We have always had a great experience at this restaurant.”

“LocAle Brewing Company has really good sour beers.”

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

“Another fantastic meal tonight! Tried the flourless chocolate cake OMG!! So delicious. And our waiter was excellent ! Love this place ❤️”

“The fried pickles are great”

“Amazing service delicious food and amazing Ambiance. not a bad thing to say about Swiss and Madison. except you need to get in here and discover for yourself this truly is a gem in Mankato ran by a sweet family.”

“D.E.L.I.S.I.O.U.S so good. The 4/20 box was so delicious. The birria tacos and broth were so so yummy a perfect blend with the cheese. and the street corn fries were amazing. Also the warm filled donuts with cream cheese! ✨ 5 stars! Also came with 10mg THC drink and I picked up some canolis ♥️. I definitely recommend this place”

“Good store. Clean and nice employees. The meat market is outstanding! The small food court has a pleasant selection for the size. Good bakery and deli. Maybe a little more expensive, but not bad.”

“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.”

“I've been here twice and I love this place, the service I gave two stars because it's been kinda bad with the waitresses or waiters.

The 2nd time I was there I was ordering and she just cut me and moved on to the next person, so cut her back off and said, I'm not done ordering yet, then with an attitude she said, well, what else do you want. The service for bring drinks is bad too.

All the hibachi chefs have been awesome and the food has tasted great as well.

We like going right when they open because we often get a hibachi chef and grill to ourselves, which is fun.

There sushi is great as well as the steak, shrimp, chicken, and scallops... Especially when you dip your filet mignon in the yum yum sauce with fried rice, it's super delicious.

I will definitely go back, but it's the waitresses and waiters we've had that kinda dull the overall experience.”

“Awesome Pizza every time! When you order, ask for cream cheese on the pizza. So good! Favorite pizza!”

“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 SO and I have always loved Ichiddo in the twin cities area, and are so thankful to have one closer to home!
Tried a handful of our favorites on our first visit, and were blown away. The quality not only met, but exceeded our expectations from other locations!”

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

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

“Best and most unique ice cream shop in town, although I don't discriminate when it comes to ice cream and will eat it from almost anywhere-- Mom and Pop's is my favorite if I can make it there! I can (and have) go multiple times a week and not get sick of it. Also, the servers are always nice and just cool people.”

“We loved the food & service was amazing!!”

“I want to extend my deepest gratitude to Lisa Coons, the incredible woman who helped shape me into the person I am today. Thank you, Coffee Hag, for being a beacon of inclusivity and community in Minnesota. Lisa and Patty’s dedication decades ago created an atmosphere that welcomed everyone, making it the most inclusive coffee shop in MN! To this day, the Coffee Hag serves the BEST white chocolate mocha I’ve ever had. I had the privilege of working at the Hag in the early 2000s for many years, and it remains a special place in my heart. I served Tim Walz several times. Let's all honor Lisa and Patty for their remarkable efforts and keep supporting this wonderful establishment!”

“Best Mexican food I've ever had the seasoning on meat is so good”

“Great food and great service.”

“Love this place. Great fresh food. Unlike other places in Mankato. Love the volcano bowl, my favorite. The chicken buns are weird but yummy. I highly recommend you check it out.”

“Great food. So glad I came here to eat with friends.”

“Loved the atmosphere and the bartenders. Selina was an ABSOLUTE delight & that Peter fellow was pretty cool too. Would most definitely recommend.”

“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!)”

“The best coffee in southern Minnesota”

“Hello everyone posting here I'm the brand new owner of the dickeys in Mankato mn I'm hoping you guys will give us a shout ans let us treat you to real bbq we will be open in the morning 7 days a week 11-9 we are currently close for the rest of today which is 10-22-2022 bc we have sold out of all the food we will be back full throttle ok 10-23-2022 thanks if you have questions u can reach me at 320 905 9464 thank you”

“I actually love pitapit so much that I had them cater my wedding may 4th 2024! This place has the perfect location and is easily accessible to all! The menu is constantly changing and the prices stay reasonable!

Parking: It's downtown mankato so obviously street parking is sometimes rough. But there is two parking lots a free parking ramp.

Wheelchair accessibility: Easily accessible with two entrances!”

“The Mango smoothie with popping boba is amazing. It's like taking a lethal dose of viagra; but making it through so now you can reap the benefits. 11/10 the taro donut is a must try and ill be back next week.”

“asked my friend if they wanted a bagel. they said "no." I filled up with "I was thinking of making a tandem run." they lit up and said "oh! tandem?! I love tandem bagels!" so we ordered our bagels on-line and the only reason I had to wait was because I was early for our pickup time. we ❤️ tandem bagels!”

“We had lunch in Sunday there. Food was AMAZING! Fast and friendly service. One of those places where you can't wait until you go back again! I HIGHLY RECOMMEND Old Brick House.”

“Everything about 1000 degree pizza in Mankato was amazing. The workers were super polite and made the pizzas the exact way we wanted. The best part is that the pizzas are done in under 3 minutes. The store itself was very well maintained and clean. I’d highly recommend stopping in and getting some delicious pizza”

“This establishment has made a favorable impression on me. The proprietor demonstrates exceptional hospitality and ensures that patrons feel welcome. It is evident that the culinary offerings are crafted with great care and attention to detail. Every aspect of this establishment warrants a visit.”

“Great Dining Environment. Wonderful staff,and the Best Sushi in Mankato!”

“This place is really special. Simple menu, homemade pies and that old school vibe. one of my favorites was the milkshakes made with a 50s mixer with real ice cream and milk served in a tin cup. one of the best things they had to offer was...when you went there you have absolutely zero cell phone service. which made people conversate with those around them. truly a special place. a step back in time.”

“I had my best Olive Garden experience ever at this location! The food, service and atmosphere was perfect for my family and I. I forget the lady's name (I'm thinking Tiffany, but my daughter said it was Madison) she was our bartender/waitress for our table. She kept up on the drinks ( never ran dry), the endless bread sticks and the salad. She was #1 in our ratings of food service workers!!!❤️???”

“I would like to give kudos to the employees at this restaurant. The staff went above and beyond to make sure my food sensitivities were addressed. From cleaning the slicer to making sure sure the sandwich artist changed their gloves. Thanks ?”

“Greatly appreciated the delivery driver going the extra mile to see to it I had what I needed with my delivery this evening. In the future, hopefully he doesn't have to. Thanks again for the great service. I'll be ordering again soon.”

“The quality and variety of food offered is excellent. Food is kept at the appropriate temperatures. The staff is very polite and keep the food and dining areas clean. With this management I have never had a disappointing meal. A nice addition is the variety of sushi offered. I highly recommend this establishment and frequently bring guests to it when in Mankato.”

“I absolutely love coming here! you can choose how you want your noodles and what sauces to put on and they cook your food in front of you! The food is TO DIE FOR!! when I'm full I still want to take another bite because my taste buds need more of it! I would suggest coming here for sure.”

“The staff are always so friendly and talkative at the window. Their service is worth making the extra trip to their location!

Vegetarian options: They offer vegan milk alternatives.”

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

“Food, Drinks and Staff are amazing!!”

“Today was my first time at the Fillin' Station. I will 100% be coming back! The cold brew is made to order. Absolutely delicious. My husband got the Vanilla Bee coffee. It is the most unique delicious coffee I've ever tasted! Our son enjoyed a Choco Nut muffin that is made vegan! Major points as it was delicious. You would never know it was vegan made! Do yourself a favor and visit the Fillin' Station!”

“Lots of choices for good food. Lots of places to sit. Very clean environment. Great place for fundraiser!

Dietary restrictions: Great salad bar when you're gluten intolerant.”

“Great friendly staff! Comfort food, awesome service and food is always great!”

“We ordered a larger order for food and the service is always amazing! The owner works so hard to make sure that everything is perfect! We appreciate his hard work! The folks at work were so impressed!!”

“I’ve been here many times now, always get quality drinks and friendly service. However the last 4 times stopping at the drive thru I have not been given the option to leave a tip. Which is standard practice at Caribou. I am under the assumption the staff is tipping themselves on my behalf. I feel that is inappropriate and unprofessional I tip well and every time regardless of the quality of service I receive.”

“You can legitimately taste the difference in quality at this Dairy Queen as they take the time and put passion into making your order. I recommend going out of your way to come to this location in Mankato!”

“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”

“Good food and good atmosphere.”

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

“Great drinks & food! The Patio was perfect!”

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

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

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

“we just had lunch takeout from here! honestly some of the best food we've had. Thank you LaBamba!”

“Sweet Spot was absolutely awesome for working with our daughter, for this super cute and creative gender reveal idea for our baby using bubble tea! It was super fun, original, and was perfect for us bubble tea lovers

Edited my review from a year ago because Sweet Spot went above and beyond:
Finally, a bubble tea place in Mankato! Love it here ❤️”

“Some of these negative reviews are extremely foolish! Tonight I was delivered the wrong pizza. Complete opposite of what I ordered. And as annoying not that was since there were certain toppings on there I can't eat, coming on here and complaining is unnecessary! It was an honest mistake. We're all only human! What happened tonight was unintentional! A legitimate concern is one thing, but some of these negative reviews are bickering over things beyond anyone's control! I've been dining in or delivering from Jakes since the early 90s. And this is the first time something went wrong. And as I previously mentioned. Accidents happen! Some people need to learn to relax.”

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

“Enjoyed delicious wings & their cheese curds at out of this world!

One recommendation: the "honey siracha" sauce option for their wings should not be 3rd from the "on fire" in the Legendary Wings section. The honey siracha sauce is very very mild, and not spicy at all.

Photo attached are spicy garlic boneless wings and pepper jack cheese curds!”

“Ordered to go. Gluten free option was nice but cost me more for the sub and they did not offer a gluten free cookie with my child's meal deal. They gave me the option to spend even more (on top of the gluten free up charge for the deal) to get their gluten free cookie. I think the gluten free option should come with everything gluten free.”

“Amazing food & so delicious! There are so many appetizers & main dishes to choose from.”

“I never leave reviews but scooters deserves a five star review! My boyfriend and I have been coming here since they’ve opened and we absolutely love it! We don’t go anywhere else for coffee, it’s always good and the service is amazing :)”

“I went in two days ago late at night and the man serving us was an idol of explementary service. They were very personable, and it was clear that they derived joy from the happiness of the guests. They gave service from the heart, and they deserve recognition for the life they bring to the establishment. Thank you so much for your service, I look forward to coming back soon =]”

“From the initial phone call to picking up our cake, Tony delivers excellent customer service! You can tell he is truly passionate about his work. The artwork on the cake was wonderfully done and the cake tasted delicious. I'd give more stars if I could! We will definitely be using 2 Pins Bakery from here on out!”

“Fun place to go with a group!
Staff was friendly and accommodating for our group of close to 30.
I tried the boneless wings and would definitely recommend trying them. Other food items I heard were good included the barbacoa Tacos, a cheesesteak Lucy, crispy chicken sandwich and the pulled pork mac n cheese.
Fun activities include pickle ball and an arcade room. I noticed an ice rink attached, but I'm not sure how that is utilized.”

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

“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!”

“I would highly recommend Mavericks for their food and atmosphere. We will definitely be back again, especially during hockey season!”

“Placed my order on the app, 4 minutes later I walked into the store and my coffee & bag of beans were sitting on the counter waiting for me. Have to live that!

Parking: Wraps around the store, easy in & out.”

“It's a very good place! Their shakes and teas are healthy and delicious. I bought a chunky Munky shake for myself And a friend of mine. Very good. I'm definitely coming back.”

“Great service, excellent food. 12/10 would return and/or recommend”

“Excellente place to eat !! Authentic Mexican food . Love it and the Giant burrito Was just on point .. Highly recomend it!

Kid-friendliness: My kids just loved the tacos here!”

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

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

“Food is great and vary friendly atmosphere thanks…”

“My husband and I stopped by the Mankato Hub to try TNT Eats and it did not disappoint. The owner was extremely friendly and explained all the different options to us. I got the dabbler which was potatoes, Mac and brisket with their apricot BBQ sauce. It was DELICIOUS!! I’m a big brisket fan and this was so flavorful and smoky, the BBQ sauce was amazing!! I can’t wait for them to come back!!”

“I stopped by Arby's to try their new Big Game Burger. It was very good and highly recommended. The cherry sauce added to the burger along with the other ingredients. I will be back for this burger!! The service by Marissa was great. The restroom and dining room was clean and condiment area was stocked up. They were ready for a rush! I stopped in at 4:43 pm. It appears they have some other new high end products to try as well. People may think this as just a roast beef sandwich restaurant, but they seem to be focused on quality, which is a good thing!”

“My favorite Taco John's. Always get good service and the food is reliably what I expect it to be.

Kid-friendliness: They're always willing to give me glasses of water for the kids when I ask.”

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

“Absolutely Fantastic! Service was awesome, building was clean and orderly. The food... oh... Chick-fil-A has nothing on these guys! Chicken was perfect, not dry, juicy and great taste seasoned perfectly. The ice machine inside has HOSPITAL ICE!!! Shout out to Gustavo for his assistance avoiding allergens! We will be back and with friends!”

“I used to work here and now I work in Florida at a different Applebee’s. I can assure you that this store is ontop of their game. The general manager Lisa is the best boss I’ve ever had. She takes such good care of her people. I’ve worked in MANY kitchens and this one is by far THEE best I’ve worked at. They take care of the staff and customers. Much respect and I miss you all. Welcome to the thunderdome!!! Love you Ryan”

“We are always welcomed by whiever is bartending even when we dont sit at the bar. no they don't call us by name and thst doesn't matter. it's just nice to hear that voice say Hi. servers are very timely and truthful about how long food is going to take if you are wanting food when they are busy. their spin dip is thr best in town. Breakfast is amazing!! Its high on our list of what some people would call their favorite places to drink and or eat. keep it up staff at Atomic Star”

“Small, hole in the wall bar with great burgers!(No burgers, but the owner and bartender would understand ?)Great service, good food and very attentive staff. It was very welcoming for the atmosphere I was expecting. Definitely will be one of my "go-to" spots again!”

“was given a monster cookie as a gift today and it is perfect! also know their breads are awesome too!”

“this scooters is run so well, the workers know what they are doing which makes it easy to order and go through the line. the workers always are so kind when i’m going to the window and one even offered my dog a pup”

“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!”

“The sweet girls inside the dunkin heard me talking about how much i love game of thrones!!!! And drew this on my cup for me♥️ This dunkin is the best!! The food is always good and the drinks are always made fast and taste amazing thank you so much girls you made my day!!!!”

“Went there with friends other day it was crazy packed and bigger than i expected. A lady was super drunk and was following me and my friends and being really touchy. She was trying to kiss and she even huffed in my ear in one point and was very mad at me for no reason we had to leave to a different bar she eventually found us there too. I didnt know one of my first bar experiences was gonna be like that ?”

“I started coming and ordering online here because they make the pickup process so easy. I hated going to dominos and still waiting to do curbside. Pizza is always really good and I found their wings are excellent! Also, still affordable and they have good deals too.”

“Clean restaurant and very friendly people!”

“The location we went to is a pretty new store. Many moons ago, it was a Hollywood Video. Well, there are no vhs tapes here anymore, but you can get a great bowl of noodles. They were obviously understaffed, but they still came through. The food was great and the service was fast.”

“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.”

“First time here and the food was really good and reasonably priced. Definitely will be back!”

“one of my all time favorite fast food places. My wife was surprised that you changed the street tacos as far as seasoning. They are her favorite but she doesnt like the hotter sAuce that was used.”

“Always the best! I order China Star for myself and my family very often. We also order China Star quite frequently at work. The food is consistent, the flavor is great, and the workers are always friendly and welcoming. I’ve never been unhappy with any of the dishes I have ordered!”

“Zanz Mexican Restaurant is the best fast food Mexican Restaurant in Mankato. Whether you get the famous Chilitos, or hard shell tacos and tots (my favorite), you won't be disappointed! The new soft shell tacos are super good! If you haven't tried them, get into Zanz and check them out. Definitely a 5+++ rating!”

“Hamburgers were Very good! Service was great and lots of tv’s to watch the Twins. Just that the floor was very sticky, also in the bathroom. But, it could have been because it was a Sunday after the weekend.”

“mankato McDonald's decent enough. the fries I got weren't exactly fresh but that's typical. usually I only get fresh when I order no salt”