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Sherrie's Cafe
Sherrie's serves breakfast and lunch Monday through Saturday. It is tasty food at a great price. Plus they do take out and catering, and have a meeting room available.
Bergen's Prairie Market
Artisan foods, gifts, groceries and more at Bergens.
J&J Chinese
Serving authentic Chinese and Thai food with the option of dine-in or take-out.
Subway - Dawson
Get sandwiches, salads, and pizza at this fast food sandwich restaurant.
DeToy's Family Restaurant
DeToy's serves breakfast, lunch, and supper with great service and comfortable seating.
Topper's Bar & Grill
Topper's in Montevideo serves awesome appetizers, burgers, sandwiches, pizza and more. They have a great nightly specials and lots of brews on tap!
Falls Cafe & Canoe
Offers breakfast, recreational rentals, and bait.
Subway - Benson
Get sandwiches, salads, and pizza at this fast food sandwich restaurant.
Dairy Queen - Granite Falls
Dairy Queen serves fast food, ice cream, and other frozen treats.
Brink's Beer Joint Bar & Grill
Brink's has great food, drinks, and an amazing atmosphere. It's a great place for going out with your friends or your family. Come in for one of their specials or even an old favorite - you can't go wrong at Brinks!
Grand Buffet
The Grand Buffet has a selection of Chinese food at a reasonable price.
Art's Dairy Freeze (Seasonal)
Old fashion drive-in that serves ice cream and sandwiches in the summertime.
Cup 'A Joe Espresso & Eats
Cup 'A Joe Espresso and Eats not only has coffee and baked goods, but you can get ice cream there and order from a full menu of sandwiches and burritos.
Milan Beach Resort - Randall's Cafe
Milan Beach Resort is a family-owned restaurant and campground on the shores of Lac qui Parle.
Patrick's Pub & Grill
Patrick's is known for prime rib, burgers, and a friendly atmosphere.
Wanda's Coffee Cup Cafe
Wanda's Coffee Cup Cafe serves breakfast, lunch, and coffee drinks.
Filling Station Bar
The Filling Station is a great place to stop for supper, especially if you are hungry for pizza or a burger!
Bluenose Gopher Public House
Taproom and cafe that serves craft beer, wine, and panini sandwiches.
Tolley's Bar & Grill
Tolley's Bar & Grill is serving up a great variety of food and drinks.
Prairie Pub
The Prairie Pub serves breakfast, lunch, and supper Monday through Saturday.
Mi Mexico
Mi Mexcio serves authentic Mexican food for lunch and supper. Bar is also available.
Dairy Queen - Madison
Dairy Queen serves fast food, ice cream, and other frozen treats.
Granite Hardware
Retail Hardware and Appliance Sales and Service. Furniture and Mattresses. Paint and Sundries. Outdoor Power Equipment. Gas, Charcoal and Pellet Grills. Housewares and Toys. Pet Supplies. Balloons.
Subway - Clara City
Get sandwiches, salads, and pizza at this fast food sandwich restaurant.
Talking Waters Brewery
Talking Waters is a locally owned brewery in the middle of beautiful downtown Montevideo. They have ten of their beers on tap!
Hardees - Granite Falls
Hardees serves fast food and soft drinks.
Granite Grinder Cafe & Gifts
The Granite Grinder Cafe & Gifts is a great choice whether you're looking to treat yourself to a delicious sandwich or a new scarf, book, or piece of home decor. The atmosphere is cozy and the staff is always friendly and helpful. Plus the coffee is hard to beat!
Porter Cafe & Grocery
A great place to pick up a few items, or stop in for a bite to eat in Porter.
Duffy's Good Time Saloon
Duffy's has great daily specials, appetizers, and more all week long!
Budger's Dinner House
Great food, and a great place to take the whole family.
Cutloose Bar
Enjoy a fun atmosphere and an ice cold drink!
Marietta American Legion - Post 156
A small bar with a friendly staff and welcoming atmosphere. They offer home cooked style food the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month!
Pantry Café
Pantry Cafe in Madison serves breakfast lunch and supper and is so good that you'll be coming back for more!
Jimmy's Pizza - Granite Falls
Jimmy's has awesome pizza for lunch and supper.
American Legion Club Post #69
The Legion in Granite Falls is a great bar with a delicious dinner menu and special. Food can also be ordered for take out.
Whistle Stop Diner
Stop by and have breakfast or lunch in the historic train car in downtown Benson.
American Legion Post #59
Bar baskets, pizza, burgers, and more!
Java River
Java River is not only the place to grab a delicious baked good, cup of coffee, or even a mouthwatering burger, but a place to see regional art, or attend an event.
Clarkfield Cafe
Enjoy a cup of coffee with some tasty fresh bake goods or menu item.
American Legion Post 359
The Milan American Legion is open evenings and serves sandwiches along with some entree specials.
Rivers Family Restaurant
The Rivers is open daily and is great for family dining.
Jimmy's Pizza - Benson
Great pizza and other delicious options available, as well.
R & R Bakery & Coffee Shop
Bakery goods, short order grill, and coffee available at R & R Bakery & Coffee Shop.
La Plazita Restaurant
Authentic Mexican restaurant, new location!
El Paraiso Latino Market & Mexican Restaurant
If you're looking for clothing, collectibles, gifts, and authentic Mexican food, then El Paraiso is your spot! Stop in for some tacos or a torta!
Kegger's Bar & Grill
Kegger's Bar & Grill in Clara City has a welcoming atmosphere and some really tasty burgers. It's a great place to just grab a bite, or settle in for hours to watch a game.
Burger King - Benson
Burger King serves fast food and soft drinks.
Benson Bakery & Coffee Shop
The Benson Bakery & Coffee Shop serves breakfast and lunch Monday through Saturday with daily lunch specials that are always an amazing deal. Whether you're looking for a BBQ sandwich or a delicious pastry, Benson Bakery & Coffee Shop has you covered.
Shooters Bar & Grill
Shooters serves delicious lunch and supper. They're known for their steaks, bar baskets, and seafood.
J&S One-Stop
Serves pizza, sandwiches, and salads and is open Tuesday through Sunday.
Subway - Granite Falls
Get sandwiches, salads, and pizza at this fast food sandwich restaurant.
75 One Stop
Gas, auto repair, tires, beer, pop, snacks, hunting and fishing licenses available at 74 One Stop!
Lumpy's Bar & Grill
A family friendly, local bar for food, drinks and all around fun!
DeGraff Liquor Store
Lunch, supper, specials, bar baskets, and full bar.
Table 212
Check out this tasty restaurant in the clubhouse at the River Crest Golf Course in Montevideo. They offer a wide variety of menu items and full bar.
The Rock Dining and Events
Open every evening besides Sunday. Stop by for a drink and some delicious dinner!
Watson Hunting Camp
Not only does the Watson Hunting Camp have everything you need for a great hunting and fishing experience, they also have a bar and grill.
Dairy Queen - Dawson
Dairy Queen serves fast food, ice cream, and other frozen treats.
Groat's Boars Nest
A fun place to go unwind with friends, enjoy a game of darts or electronic bowling, and some tasty bar food. They also have comedy shows and live music events!
Prairie's Edge Casino Resort - PW Member
Minnesota's friendliest Casino and RV park. Featuring 900 slot machines, blackjack and poker, 160 hotel rooms, and banquet and convention facilities. Dining and lounge facilities include the Meadows Buffet, Firefly Lounge and Wotapi Deli. New rooftop bar! 55 RV sites.
Jubilee Foods
A full grocery store with a deli.
Hilltop Bar, Grill & Event Center
Hilltop Bar, Grill & Event Center is proud to provide great food and entertainment for all ages with a sports bar, quiet dining, and all your large events.
Sandy's Cafe
Sandy's in Benson serves all three meals and has awesome daily specials, but may be best known for breakfast. Stop in and join the crowd of regulars!
Hinterland Vineyards
Hinterland Vineyards has an incredible wine selection, and delicious food that you can enjoy in their cozy dining room or out on the beautiful deck. Plus they often host craft nights or have live music.
Do-Mats Family Foods/Deli
DoMat's is a full grocery store that also serves lunch and supper at the deli.
Kornerstone Kravings
They provide a wide variety of baked goods. Anywhere from their fresh rolls and pastries to their homemade breads and buns. Lets not forget about what Kornerstone Kravings is know best for: cupcakes. With many flavors to choose from they have helped many weddings complete the special day with a sweet treat. They also serve coffees, espresso, and drinks of all kinds. Breakfast sandwiches have become a new big hit to add on to the homemade lunch menu.
The Milanesian Cafe
Montevideo Market
Bill's Supermarket is a full grocery store that also serves meals at the deli.
Good Ol' Days Cafe
A great community cafe where you can get breakfast, lunch, or dinner! Everyone is friendly and the food is top-notch!
Happy Hour Sports Bar
The Happy Hour Sports Bar is a great place to hang out to watch the game with friends plus they have amazing pizza, baskets, and specials.
Inn Like Flinns
Inn Like Flinns is a great place to stop in for a drink and order a pizza. There's a friendly atmosphere and outdoor seating.
Bordertown Bar
Lunch and supper, pizza, bar baskets, full bar.
Goodfellow's
Goodfellow's is a classic steakhouse and supper club - perfect for Friday night supper!
Millennium Popcorn Company
Gourmet popcorn, gourmet treats, and candy shop.
McKinney's on Southside
McKinney's on Southside is open daily and offers lunch & dinner specials as well as a full bar.
Subway - Montevideo
Get sandwiches, salads, and pizza at this fast food sandwich restaurant.
Dairy Queen - Benson
Dairy Queen serves fast food, ice cream, and other frozen treats.
Darold's Super Valu
Darold's Super Valu is a full grocery store that also serves lunch and supper at the deli.
Box Office Candy Shoppe
Located in the original 1939 Canby Theatre Box Office, Minnesota's smallest candy store is a must-stop!
Almich's Market - Granite Falls
Almich's is a full grocery store with a deli.
Tim's Food Pride
In addition to being a great grocery store, Tim's also has a deli counter, Chester fried chicken, and other daily specials.
Hanny's Bar & Grill
Nightly dinner specials; event room for rent.
Go Set Ready Coffee
Fulfill all your coffee needs at Go, Set, Ready Coffee! One of the most famous and tasty coffee spots in the area.
Holloway Hideout Bar & Grill
Enjoy pizza, bar baskets, and a full bar.
Jim's Market
A family owned supermaket offering a fresh selection and a wide variety of trusted name brands.
Heroes Sports Bar & Grill
Homemade Meals by day, and local watering hole by night. Heroes is capable of hosting a wide range of events. Birthdays, weddings, reunions, parties.
Madison Mercantile
Coffee shop, live music, art galleries, and more!
Subway - Canby
Get sandwiches, salads, and pizza at this fast food sandwich restaurant.
Boyd Community Cafe
VFW Post 4955
Stop in to enjoy a great variety of food and a full bar.
The Rusty Duck Bar & Grill
The Rusty Duck has great pizza in addition to bar baskets and their evening specials. Sports Bar & Grill located behind downtown Dawson, Mn. Full service Bar, Free Wi-Fi. Daily lunch buffet, along with daily specials.
Danvers Municipal Liquor Store
The perfect place to end your workday or start your evening with delicious eats, great drinks, and a friendly staff.
P K Egans Family Restaurant
PK Egans is a family restaurant famous for their pizza and salad bar but have a full menu of tasty choices.
Don's Food Pride
In addition to being a great grocery store, Tim's also has a deli counter, Chester fried chicken, and other daily specials.
Valentino's Restaurant
A family restaurant with great food, staff, and a beautiful dining room.
Paddle Bar
Pizza, snacks, and a great bar atmosphere.
Carl's Bakery
Carl's has you covered for breakfast, lunch, fresh baked goods, and daily sandwiches.
Subway - Appleton
Get sandwiches, salads, and pizza at this fast food sandwich restaurant. Ice cream, too!
Lingoberry's Pastry and Coffee Shop
Pastries, coffee, espressos, lunch, and more.
The Corner Stop
The Corner Stop has quick food, pizza, and sandwiches.
Jake's Pizza
Jake's has delicious pizzas for lunch and supper Tuesday through Sunday, as well as daily specials.
Donner's Crossroads Cafe & Truck Stop
Donner's has a wonderful menu that is sure to please the whole family. The atmosphere is cozy and the staff is friendly.
Peg's Place
Peg's Place in Appleton serves unbeatable breakfast and lunch with specials daily.
Bellingham Legion
The Bellingham Legion has a bar, great pizza, and tasty snacks.
Sweets
Stop by Sweets for some delicious ice cream! Seasonal business.
Benson Bowler
The Benson Bowler isn't just a great place to go bowling and play games. They also have great food like pizzas, burgers, dinner buffets, lunch specials and more.
VFW Post 1656
Stop into the Madison VFW post for their nightly specials. You can also use it to host weddings, class reunions, birthday parties, anniversary.