Branding Iron Restaurant

Name: Branding Iron Restaurant
Address: 1100 Circle Heights Dr, Preston, Minnesota, 55965, US
Telephone: (507) 765-3388
Price range: $$
Rating: 4.1

$$ • Steakhouses

Hours:
1100 Circle Heights Dr, Preston
(507) 765-3388

About Branding Iron Restaurant

The Branding Iron Restaurant offers a pleasant dining experience with its nice quality steak grilled to perfection, set in a fun, supper club atmosphere high atop a hill with panoramic landscape views. The restaurant is known for its great Midwestern service, with some staff providing very friendly and welcoming service that makes guests feel at home. Visitors can enjoy watching the cooks prepare food in a small space off to the side, adding to the fun atmosphere. The restaurant is also appreciated for its large windows and breathtaking views.

The menu features a variety of tasty items, including their house salad and battered dishes like fish and onion rings, which are made with house-made batter that many find very good. The filet steak is cooked perfectly, and sides like au gratin potatoes and green beans are highly praised. Burgers and sandwiches are also noted as very good. The breaded cod fillets with Cole slaw and AuGratin potatoes are popular choices, and even a toddler enjoyed the fish and Cole slaw.

While the food is generally good, some reviewers mentioned that the trout special was under seasoned, and the potatoes might not be everyone's favorite. The Ruben sandwich is praised as the best ever, and breaded mushrooms are described as delicious. The service can sometimes be inconsistent, with some guests noting that it’s hard to get staff’s attention and drinks ordered with meals are not always delivered. The men's room has been a concern, as the open door allows a wave hello to servers and kitchen staff during use.

Despite some service and facility issues, the staff can provide excellent service, with some servers going above and beyond to make guests comfortable. The restaurant, while showing signs of being dated and in need of updating, remains very clean. Dietary restrictions are well accommodated, with staff ensuring food choices are safe for allergies. Overall, The Branding Iron provides a pleasant dining experience with great views, tasty battered dishes, and friendly service, making it a nice stop for a road trip meal.