35 Best American Restaurants near Saint Bonifacius

“Stopped on Friday evening 2 weeks ago. Was not initially on my radar, but well worth a couple of extra turns away from Main St. Really nice setting, kind and courteous service. On paper, I ordered a burger and vegetable plate. The actual food I was delivered was so much more...a wonderful surprise addition to my Friday evening trip.“

“We were there on a Sunday night in early March 2024. Pretty quiet, just what we wanted for our anniversary. New York strip was one of the best steaks I've had along with the garlic mashed potatoes.My wife had the broiled walleye and was very pleased with it.Our server, Lydia, was awesome, took very good care of us!“

“I would love to give Iron Tap all 5 stars but they have not had a proper entrance to the restaurant for years now? So with this issue they have you sitting close to the door and cold air is constantly flooding in and giving a chill in their dinning area. When I go out to eat I expect to be able to take off my winter coat to enjoy my food/experience. The quicker they resolve this issue it would be amazing.“

“Always an enjoyable and relaxing stop on a beautiful summer afternoon. Super friendly help and the owner Ed was a blast to shot the breeze with! Food is excellent at very reasonable price! I highly recommend if you are in the Mayer area! Ed and the staff will not disappoint!??????“

“After so often hearing from friends about Surfside, & perusing their menu online, we finally gave Surfside a shot. What a wonderful experience. It was 5ish & the place was packed with Families & Baby Boomers, now we know why, the prices were more than fair, & the menu was extensive, so much so that choosing was an adventure. The Waitress was helpful & playful, which was great for unstressing us because our car broke upon entering the parking lot, & we were a little stressed...I , as a Vegetarian, chose the Beet Salad, & my Boo chose a Half Order of Ribs which came with Fries, a small loaf of Cornbread, & Coleslaw. If that's a half order, which was huge, I can't imagine how big the full order must be. The Ribs are made in a smoker out back, & my Boo said they're the best he's ever had & even comparing to Ribs he's had in both the West & South that are renowned for their Ribs. Here the best part: The Owner of Surfside likes to go table to table talking to his Patrons, insuring a positive experience is had by all. We had a conversation about how our Car broke entering the lot. Long story short, he overheard us calling an Uber, & offered us a ride home! We accepted a ride home from a friendly Proprietor who gives Customer Service a whole new spin. Needless to say, we have a new favorite Eatery“

“We had a delicious meal - a salad with apples, chicken, bacon etc. Chicken was nicely cooked. Salad was beautifully plated and the ingredients were very well balanced. My husband had a steak sandwich and fries from the specials menus, which he said was also great. We "shared" a coffee creme brulee for dessert which was amazing.“

“Picture a local small town bar and grille in your mind that has a full kitchen in the back. This is that place. It has the colorful local regulars, it has the nightly kitchen specials, and of course the MN staple of Bango. I love this place. If I could give one improvement it's tap beer is lacking, but for a Main Street bar I probably expect to much here.“

“This place is heart-warming. I had been wanting to check it out for some time as I pass through this area a lot. It is situated in a rural stretch of road in Maple Plain/Independence near the Luce Line walking trail, giving it an almost isolated and greater Minnesota country feel. That carries into the atmosphere of the place when you walk in. I agree with other reviews that it feels almost like a throwback to earlier simpler times. It may seem to some like a diner or a dive bar, but everyone there was relaxed and enjoying themselves.The menu is impressive. You would not expect so much variety. You can get basic all-American foods like burgers, or you can try pretty rare things like frog legs, or they also serve prime rib. The range is wide, which is surprising to consider how they are both capable and supplied to do that. Prices are quite reasonable, too. Meals go from as low as $8 up to $30.In short, we were not feeling too adventurous, so we simply had a Northwoods Burger, a Ceasar Salad, and shared a slice of warmed Pecan Pie. We would get it all again.A shout out to our waitress, Leslie, who was a sweetheart and did all the right things for us.If you're looking for a place to just unwind, have a couple of drinks, enjoy some comfort food and the company of others, then you need to pay a visit!“

“This place went hard. Came here for an early dinner. Miller lite on tap. The burgers are probably 1/3 pounders and tasty. I asked for an extra patty and they were cool with that. Girlfriend had the Stacker in the rye and liked it too. VERY reasonably priced for what you are getting. We will absolutely be coming back. Also upgrade to the tots if you get a burger or sandwich.“

“One of best kept foodie secrets in the state of Minnesota! I can't say enough positive things about McGarry's Pub. The food is outstanding, the atmosphere is perfect (especially the back dinning area with the oversized booths and wooden floor), everything is made fresh from scratch and you can order most of the delicacies to take home (loafs of their delicious dark bread, containers of their made from scratch salad dressings, containers of their side dishes, etc). If you haven't tried McGarry's yet, don't even hesitate!“

“Best homemade French toast I've ever had. Eggs Benedict is amazing. I haven't had anything bad here honestly. We love coming here because it's quick and so is the service. Always in and out. Couldn't ask for more!Wheelchair accessibility: A wheelchair could get in but I think it would be a tight squeeze“

“A childhood core memory that just keeps getting better.From 1919 in the Frosty mug, the train cruising around the bar area, and the fish tanks, going to Dave's has always been one of my favorite things to do on a Friday or Saturday night.Coming back to town for Christmas, Dave's was a natural choice, and man, oh man, it was like I was a kid again.One of the few restaurants in the area I recommend to friends when I find out they're visiting my hometown.Dietary restrictions: Peanut- allergy friendly“

“Sunday morning breakfast. Pancakes were huge. Probably 10 in (26 cm) across and 3/8 in (10 cm) thick with that butter cispy edge. Go in the breezeway to see if they're open. Almost drove away because I read the auto parts store's hours (they're closed on Sunday, but Edie Mae's isnt).Parking: Faded lines but decent sized lotWheelchair accessibility: All one level - no stairs. Saw one person in a wheelchair eating there. Two handicap parking spots closest to door.“

“My dog wanted me to write a review that she’s very dissatisfied with her pup cup experience—we go to the Buffalo Culver’s occasionally and their pup cups are a small vanilla custard scoop in a cup with a dog treat on top. She said the whipped cream was top notch, though.“

“The service is 10 stars!!! I think we saw 5 wait staff come by and ask us if we needed anything. They are SO on top of your needs and make you feel welcome - unlike Floyd’s where if you are NOT a biker or a man, you are overlooked for service. Also, Vic’s has great food!!“

“Our first time here. So charming and very friendly atmosphere. Our server practically read my mind this evening. She was amazing. The food was wonderful but our steaks could have used some salt/flavor but cooked perfectly. We will return because we really enjoyed our experience ?“

“I've driven past B's on the Water many times for the past 20 years and have always wanted to stop. This year we were available to go to the "pre-ribfest" party on Friday night and I am sure glad that we did!! The staff is exceptional!!! The food was really good and the atmosphere was so quaint. We will be back again! Probably going to make plans to stay the weekend for Ribfest next yeat!“

“Great place to grab a drink and play a game of darts, pool, or watch your watch your favorite sports team! They gave 3 dart boards and 2 pool tables. Drinks are well mixed and at a good price point!They also have Etabs and regular pull tabs. Along with a touch tunes sound system, they are happy to turn up the volume if you ask.It's a place that will show respect and kindness to anyone as long as they are respectful and kind.“

“Went to play Bingo tonight. Had a fun evening. Overall, opion is clean, family, friendly, friendly service and an over all entertaining place to eat and have a cocktail.Kid-friendliness: I would have no problem bringing my children or grandchildren.Wheelchair accessibility: Could have more handicap parking spots, but all parking is pretty accessible to everyone.“

“Amazing food in a cute town! We were visiting the area and stopped here for brunch and wow were we impressed. We love a good a Benedict and their Hollandaise was just the right combination of creamy and tart. I was also jealous of how perfectly they poached my eggs too. The atmosphere is cozy and welcoming. We’d come eat here again when we’re in this area.“

“Lake Room is our favorite date night spot. Worth the drive for us. Shoutout to the bartender, Demi, who always makes fantastic cocktails. The kitchen puts out great food too. All around a must-try restaurant that will entice you to come back again and again.“

“If I could give this place, 11 out of five stars I would. I felt like royalty in this place. Not only was I immediately greeted and seated the second I walked in the door. I was given water within five seconds of sitting down, with a menu And a waiter who is ready to serve immediately. They checked to see if I wanted my appetizers first, checked to see if I wanted recommendations and checked to see if I had any questions about anything on the menu. When the food came out, the waiter also checked to make sure that the food was to our liking and that we enjoyed it. My friend gets full easy and wanted the rest of her food to go and the waiter said “I just want to make sure that the food was to your liking personally.” So, not only did the waiter check when it came out and we had already eaten halfway but he also checked as we left. This place had the absolute best service that I have ever received at any restaurant. I have been to hundreds of restaurants across the U.S and nothing beat the service here or even came close. That’s just the service, the food, mouthwatering. The lemonade I got was the best lemonade I’ve had, handcrafted, of course. the oysters were very fresh and a delicacy. If you told me that they harvested those oysters out of the lake they’re next to I would’ve believed you. The flatbread was cooked to perfection, and every bite was the feeling of the sun on your face in the middle of a summer day. It was phenomenal, no burnt or overcooked edges. This place was affordable, considering how fancy it was and how great the food was. The oysters were $22 for a half dozen. The flatbread was large enough for two people and was $17. 100% will be coming back. I think it’ll honestly be my new place with my husband. I just went here 3/26 and I’m planning on going on 3/28.Update: We came today and amazing service once again!!!! My husband and I are hooked!! Thanks Lola Lakehouse for setting a new standard! We had Joyce, and she was attentive and amazing. The manager even stopped in to check on us and our service as well as other tables!“

“Stopped here on the way back to Twin Cities for lunch....The bartender and cook were super friendly and food and service was fantastic!!! Burgers were excellent...wish it were closer...next time im out that way, I'll be stopping there for sure!!!“

“We were just passing through town, getting a little hungry, and we saw this place with a bunch of motorcycles out front. (We know what that means!) We went in, sat at the bar, got served by the owner (Greg, I think). I had chili, the wife had a philly steak sammich. Fantastic! We hung out for a while, watched a little football, and met some of the locals. Great food, fun people, nice place. We'll be back!“

“This local pub has a great selection of beers on tap and some pretty good food too. The revolving tap list is on the chalk board. The food is better than average bar food. Great sandwiches, I tried the small plate reubens and they were delicious. They have daily specials which are also on the chalkboard. I think that they have live music here too. Definitely worth checking out.“

“Good food, Nick and Graham were both very helpful and polite, helped me with my order when I was a little confused, and were extremely professional. Give those two a raise! 9/10Parking: Good parking, more than enough spots most days, and plenty of room.“

“Did the Sunday Brunch for the first time. It was nothing fancy. A good selection of simple breakfast items. However, I wished they would have had caramel rolls or cinnamon rolls instead of plain Hawaiian buns to go with the soup or biscuits to go with the gravy. But everything was good. Would go back again. Very reasonably priced“

“The wife and I came here tonight for the first time. The service was excellent and the people were nice. I had the walleye burger and it was amazingly awesome. The wife had the prime rib and it was also excellent. We would most definitely come back here again.“

“The Brickside Grille and Tap is a hidden gem of Minnesota. It was the perfect place to meet with extended family for a Saturday dinner.The staff were great. We had a comfortable table, big enough for all of us. And we were separated just enough from the main dining area so we could easily visit.The food was delightful! Every dish we had was wonderful. Perfectly seasoned, fresh, and tasted amazing! Get the Crispy Cauliflower you'll love it!“

“Their beer is "ok," but the food - especially the pizza - is incredible. They do a nice job on mixed drinks and have a decent bourbon selection. As a beer aficionado, I wouldn't come back for the beer alone. However, the food and the service (and even some "live" music) give cause to this place being a good option for meeting old friends or having an enjoyable evening out of the house.“

“Was able to be sat right away on a friday around 7pm yay! we started with appetizer Pickle eggrolls... cause we herd they were amazing, Im not big on pickles but WOW!! did we enjoy these to the max! I also had the broccoli cavatappi pasta. Soo delicious!! And ended with a crembrule cheese cake.. yum!! Server/bartenders we friendly and attentive. Food came out timeingly. Overall great expierience. Thankyou!“

“It's a classic small town bar, but what stood out is that the service was incredible! The gentleman at the bar was our server but he didn't just watch the bar, he had a very keen eye for checking on us and other customers no matter where we were! I had the monte cristo with waffle fries and it was fantastic. Great live music on the night that we went as well“

“I'm a frequent visitor to this restaurant and want to highlight a recent exceptional experience. The staff here has always been great, but this time they truly exceeded expectations. I faced a payment issue as my phone's tap-to-pay feature wasn't working, and I had no physical card or cash, only a card number to input manually. Unfortunately, the updated POS system seemed to lack this option. Instead of turning me away, the assistant manager, Elmo, went out of his way to find a solution, ultimately comping my meal after exhaustive efforts to process the payment. This gesture, along with the patience and problem-solving displayed by Elmo and his team, made me feel like part of the family. I'm so grateful for their service and believe they deserve recognition, perhaps with a company pizza party, as a token of appreciation for their outstanding work.“

“We went here for the steak and all you can eat lobster. Party of 4, seated in the lakeside room, great view, nice atmosphere. Outside temp was in the 20's, room was cool at first luckily seated by fireplace. Warmed up once someone noticed an open window and closed it. Bathrooms were clean but also cold.Food was good, medium steaks came out perfect, medium well and well done were about the same, a little dry for the medium well.First batch of lobster was a little over done but still good. We each also had one that was slightly underdone. The rest were perfect. Green beans and buns were very good. Mashed potatoes were also good.“

“I go to Floyd's on a somewhat regular basis, so I need to tell you, don't go there! Sure, I have a great time listening to the bands, enjoying the good food, friendly staff, and the great patio during the warmer months, but you wouldn't like it. You should not go there.“