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Bordertown Bar
Lunch and supper, pizza, bar baskets, full bar.
Prasada Boutique
Fashionable women's boutique.
The Smallest Art Gallery
Art from local artist Kathleen Marihart, art classes, and gallery shows.
Carl's Bakery
Carl's has you covered for breakfast, lunch, fresh baked goods, and daily sandwiches.
NAPA Auto Parts - Canby Auto Parts
Find auto parts, tools and equipment and many other items for heavy duty trucks, marine, and farming equipment.
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!
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!
Let 'em Buck Apparel
Carrying men and women's clothing, shoes, and boots.
Subway - Appleton
Get sandwiches, salads, and pizza at this fast food sandwich restaurant. Ice cream, too!
American Legion Post #59
Bar baskets, pizza, burgers, and more!
Burger King - Benson
Burger King serves fast food and soft drinks.
Family Food
A quality grocery store with friendly staff.
Dairy Queen - Madison
Dairy Queen serves fast food, ice cream, and other frozen treats.
Almich's Market - Clara City
Great grocery store with a wide variety of products.
Mojo's Boutique
Every day is a fashion show & the world is your runway so let MoJo's Boutique be your one stop shop for unique and fashionable men's and women's clothing and accessories!
Lingoberry's Pastry and Coffee Shop
Pastries, coffee, espressos, lunch, and more.
NAPA Auto Parts - Madison
Auto parts, tools and equipment and many other items for heavy duty trucks, marine, and farming equipment.
Shooters Bar & Grill
Shooters serves delicious lunch and supper. They're known for their steaks, bar baskets, and seafood.
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.
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.
Larson Drug
Pharmacy Needs, Gifts, Fashion Jewelry, Purses, Scarves, Balloons, Cards, Gift Bags, Baby clothing and baby gifts.
Clarkfield Cafe
Enjoy a cup of coffee with some tasty fresh bake goods or menu item.
Holloway Hideout Bar & Grill
Enjoy pizza, bar baskets, and a full bar.
Nelson Rexall Drug
Pharmacy and gifts.
Monte Trading Co.
Men, women, and children clothing. Gifts, decor, and more.
Knob Hill Arts
Artist Kerry Kolke-Bonk specializes in watercolor and encaustic paintings, eco-printing on silk, cards, and prints.
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.
Rural Solutions Inc.
Audio/visual equipment.
Zosel's True Value Hardware
McKinney's on Southside
McKinney's on Southside is open daily and offers lunch & dinner specials as well as a full bar.
Flowers From the Heart
Flower shop for all occasions. Delivery available. Locations in Montevideo and Granite Falls.
From the Ground Up Boutique
Beautiful clothing, shoes, handbags, and the best soaps and lotions.
Ash & Arrow Boutique
Online and in-store clothing boutique located in Canby.
Madison's Hometown Lodge
A great place to stay with wonderful staff, and clean, cozy rooms.
Lewis Family Drug - Appleton
Find a large selection of everyday essentials at an affordable price. Pharmacy is located here, as well.
DeToy's Family Restaurant
DeToy's serves breakfast, lunch, and supper with great service and comfortable seating.
Fisher Furniture
Wonderful selection of quality furniture and home decor. Great gift items.
Bellingham Legion
The Bellingham Legion has a bar, great pizza, and tasty snacks.
TAC Computers
Audio/visual equipment.
Larry's Refrigeration & Heating Inc.
Appliances, A/C & furnace equipment.
Fiesta City Liquor
Liquor store offera wide variety of beer, wine, spirits, and more.
Monica's Apparel and Accessories
A boutique full of clothes, shoes, scarfs, jewelry, etc.
River Bank Folk Art
Artist Curt Soine specializes in original hand carved folk art, home accessories, and watercolors.
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.
Forget-Me-Not Greenhouse
Great selection of flower and vegetable plants. Open spring to early summer.
Jake's Pizza
Jake's has delicious pizzas for lunch and supper Tuesday through Sunday, as well as daily specials.
Clarkfield Hardware Hank
A great hardware store in Clarkfield.
Auto Value Appleton
Aftermarket auto parts distributor. Stop in today!
Valentino's Restaurant
A family restaurant with great food, staff, and a beautiful dining room.
The Picket Fence
The Picket Fence has clean, comfortable and affordable rooms in Dawson.
Box Office Candy Shoppe
Located in the original 1939 Canby Theatre Box Office, Minnesota's smallest candy store is a must-stop!
Dairy Queen - Granite Falls
Dairy Queen serves fast food, ice cream, and other frozen treats.
Jimmy's Pizza - Benson
Great pizza and other delicious options available, as well.
Gallery on First
Find gifts, prints, framing, collectibles, and more at Gallery on First.
Heather Nursery & Floral
Find handcrafted gifts and collectibles, as well as floral arrangements at Heather Nursery & Floral in Dawson.
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.
Benson Country Inn
The Country Inn Benson is reasonably priced and has comfortable rooms.
Granite Falls Super Motel
Clean, comfortable rooms in a variety of styles.
Carlson Drug and Gift
Local pharmacy, drugstore, gifts, decor, and more.
Stella + Poppy
Stella + Poppy is an artisan line of small batch, handcrafted natural home & beauty products.
The Nest on Ridgeview
Stay a while at this cozy bed and breakfast in Montevideo!
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!
Classic Review
A great shop when you're looking for fashionable, affordable clothing and unique gifts.
Country Butcher
Retail meats, meat cutting and deer processing.
Thrifty White Drug & Gifts - Madison
Gifts and collectibles are available in addition to your everyday drugstore needs.
Mustard Seed Market
Gifts, decor, local items and art.
Duffy's Good Time Saloon
Duffy's has great daily specials, appetizers, and more all week long!
Billy Maple Tree's
Regional art, fair trade handicrafts, gifts.
Heather Nursery & Floral
Handcrafted gifts and collectibles. A large selection of landscaping products to choose from.
Appleton Hardware
Supplies, gifts and more are available at Appleton Hardware. Can't find what you want? Ask one of the amazing staff!
Sweets
Stop by Sweets for some delicious ice cream! Seasonal business.
Bradley D. Hall Studio
Artist Bradley D. Hall specializes in watercolors and hand painted linoleum block prints.
Korthuis Jewelry & Gifts
Korthuis has a diverse selection of unique jewelry and gift items, plus they also specializes in clock and watch repair. Additionally, engraving is done on the premises. Korthuis provide personalized and knowledgeable customer service lending to an authentic experience.
DeGraff Liquor Store
Lunch, supper, specials, bar baskets, and full bar.
Bluenose Gopher Public House
Taproom and cafe that serves craft beer, wine, and panini sandwiches.
Moberg Meat Center
Butcher shop and more retail available.
Salty Heifers Off Sale
Offering a nice selection of off sale alcoholic beverages.
Madison Lutheran Home Gift Shop
Unique gift items.
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.
Madison Liquor Store
Nice selection of liquor, beer, and wine.
JGL Ceramics
Artist John George Larson specializes in wood-fired functional and sculptural ceramics made from southwest Minnesota clay.
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.
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.
Clarkfield Outdoors
A clothing manufacturer specializing in hunting clothes for men, women, and children. They offer camouflage garments in several patterns, warm and cold weather items, as well as some casual outdoor attire. They offer wholesale items and some retail items, to both dealers and individuals.
Montevideo Market
Bill's Supermarket is a full grocery store that also serves meals at the deli.
Jimmy's Pizza - Granite Falls
Jimmy's has awesome pizza for lunch and supper.
Subway - Granite Falls
Get sandwiches, salads, and pizza at this fast food sandwich restaurant.
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.
Kibble Equipment
Farm equipment, mowers, parts, services, gifts, and more.
The Flower Basket
This is an excellent full service flower shop, nursery, and greenhouse. Delivery is available in the town of Benson and surrounding areas.
Midwest Machinery
Midwest Machinery Co is a committed Ag, Turf, and Commercial dealership with a passion to assist our customer base with our products, knowledge, and support.
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.
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.
Basketry by Claire
Artist Claire Swanson specializes in reed baskets in a range of shapes, sizes, styles, and hand-dyed colors.
Dairy Queen - Dawson
Dairy Queen serves fast food, ice cream, and other frozen treats.
Midwest Marigold Boutique
Women's apparel, gifts, and permanent jewelry.
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.
Simply Blessed Boutique
A women’s clothing boutique that offers comfortable and affordable clothing in sizes small - 3XL.
Viking Motel
The Viking motel has clean rooms, a fire pit and grill available to guests, and has pet-friendly rooms.
Prairie Waters Inn
Prairie Waters Inn has 34 rooms, wireless internet, cable, air conditioning, and a meeting room.
Second Time Around Thrift Shop
Find quality used clothing, housewares, toys at Second Time Around Thrift Shop.
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!
American Legion Post 359
The Milan American Legion is open evenings and serves sandwiches along with some entree specials.
Pantry Café
Pantry Cafe in Madison serves breakfast lunch and supper and is so good that you'll be coming back for more!
Whistle Stop Diner
Stop by and have breakfast or lunch in the historic train car in downtown Benson.
Odden & Zimbelman TV & Appliance
Appliances, fireplaces, mattresses and more.
Jubilee Foods
A full grocery store with a deli.
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.
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.
Jim's Clothing
Apparel and accessories. See them for your custom designing.
Benson Liquor Store
Lunch and supper, M-Sat, pizza, bar baskets, grill. Offsale available.
Budger's Dinner House
Great food, and a great place to take the whole family.
Hardees - Granite Falls
Hardees serves fast food and soft drinks.
Canby True Value
Guest House
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.
Runnings - Canby
Longtime chain retailer with a wide array of home & farm supplies & outdoor recreation equipment.
Subway - Dawson
Get sandwiches, salads, and pizza at this fast food sandwich restaurant.
Al's Mercantile
Al's Mercantile is a Hardware Hank Store. Offering a wide variety hardware, lawn equipment, paint, tools, and more.
Grandstay Hotel & Suites Montevideo
Conveniently located off East Highway 7 in Montevideo. They serve a complimentary express gourmet breakfast. Free highspeed wireless internet!
Almich's Market - Granite Falls
Almich's is a full grocery store with a deli.
The Meat Shoppe
The Meat Shoppe is a great butcher shop in Granite Falls. They make delicious sausages, have great cuts of meat, and will even do processing.
Milan Village Arts School
The Milan Village Arts School, founded in 1988, is a non-profit, member supported organization dedicated to promoting the arts. Each year, the school hosts a diverse range of classes, reflecting the rich heritage of arts within the community. Although traditional Scandinavian Folk Arts have been the foundation of the school, classes are also offered in the fabric, book, silver and other mediums.
The Corner Stop
The Corner Stop has quick food, pizza, and sandwiches.
Tolley's Bar & Grill
Tolley's Bar & Grill is serving up a great variety of food and drinks.
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.
Dairy Queen - Benson
Dairy Queen serves fast food, ice cream, and other frozen treats.
Cutloose Bar
Enjoy a fun atmosphere and an ice cold drink!
Gene Stukel Art
Artist Gene Stukel specializes in landscape photography of the Minnesota River Valley and beyond.
Mi Mexico
Mi Mexcio serves authentic Mexican food for lunch and supper. Bar is also available.
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.
75 One Stop
Gas, auto repair, tires, beer, pop, snacks, hunting and fishing licenses available at 74 One Stop!
Rivers Family Restaurant
The Rivers is open daily and is great for family dining.
J&J Chinese
Serving authentic Chinese and Thai food with the option of dine-in or take-out.
Monte True Value
Home improvement store.
Mind Your Business
Art supply gifts and photo processing.
The Milanesian Cafe
R & R Bakery & Coffee Shop
Bakery goods, short order grill, and coffee available at R & R Bakery & Coffee Shop.
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.
Fiesta City Motel
An affordable motel in Montevideo.
Madison Mercantile
Coffee shop, live music, art galleries, and more!
Runnings - Benson
Farm and outdoor equipment, workwear, gardening tools, pet supplies, and more.
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!
Runnings - Montevideo
Hunting and fishing accessories, work wear, farm and ranch equipment. Gifts and accessories for many outdoor activities.
VFW Post 4955
Stop in to enjoy a great variety of food and a full bar.
Ortonville Mercantile
Trendy clothing and unique finds.
Lumpy's Bar & Grill
A family friendly, local bar for food, drinks and all around fun!
Lamecker's General Store
Locally owned and operated general store, groceries, and hardware all in one store.
J&S One-Stop
Serves pizza, sandwiches, and salads and is open Tuesday through Sunday.
Lewis Family Drug - Benson
Find gifts and collectibles in addition to your everyday drugstore needs.
Millennium Popcorn Company
Gourmet popcorn, gourmet treats, and candy shop.
Canby Liquor
Liquor store carrying a variety of beer, spirits, and more.
House of Spirits
Find a variety of beer, wine, spirits, and more.
A to Z Letterpress Printing
Hand printed linoleum block prints, calendars, stationary, framed prints, and card sets made by the artist, Andy Kahmann.
Breen's Thrifty White Drug - Benson
Find gifts and collectibles in addition to your everyday drugstore needs.
Subway - Benson
Get sandwiches, salads, and pizza at this fast food sandwich restaurant.
Hardware Hank
Find household cleaners, small appliances, care care, yard care, tools, paint, and more.
Prairie Pub
The Prairie Pub serves breakfast, lunch, and supper Monday through Saturday.
Bergen's Prairie Market
Artisan foods, gifts, groceries and more at Bergens.
Sewearables
Custom apparel store. Visit their storefront to find a variety of clothing, kitchen utensils, home décor, and more.
Darold's Super Valu
Darold's Super Valu is a full grocery store that also serves lunch and supper at the deli.
Patrick's Pub & Grill
Patrick's is known for prime rib, burgers, and a friendly atmosphere.
Korthuis Jewelry
Korthuis has a diverse selection of unique jewelry and gift items, plus they also specializes in clock and watch repair. Additionally, engraving is done on the premises. Korthuis provide personalized and knowledgeable customer service lending to an authentic experience.
Falls Cafe & Canoe
Offers breakfast, recreational rentals, and bait.
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!
Peg's Place
Peg's Place in Appleton serves unbeatable breakfast and lunch with specials daily.
Folkestad Furniture
Family owned for over 90 years, you are sure to find the best furniture for a great price at Folkestad Furniture.
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!
Boyd Liquor Store
Pizza and auto fry. Offsale available.
Milan Beach Resort - Randall's Cafe
Milan Beach Resort is a family-owned restaurant and campground on the shores of Lac qui Parle.
Thrifty White Drug - Montevideo
Find gifts and collectibles in addition to your everyday drugstore needs.
Art's Dairy Freeze (Seasonal)
Old fashion drive-in that serves ice cream and sandwiches in the summertime.
Subway - Canby
Get sandwiches, salads, and pizza at this fast food sandwich restaurant.
The Cellar Door
Features handcrafted items by local artisans & crafters. Consignment items available.
Paddle Bar
Pizza, snacks, and a great bar atmosphere.
The Meat Center
Find a wide variety of house smoked products including brats, hot dogs, summer sausage, sticks, jerky, bologna, and more. Custom processing offered.
Canby Drug & Gifts
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.
High Voltage Spa
Not only is it a hair salon, but it's also a clothing and jewelry boutique!
Clara City Motel/Green Meadow Inn
A comfortable Inn in Clara City.
The Rock Dining and Events
Open every evening besides Sunday. Stop by for a drink and some delicious dinner!
Prairie Mercantile
Shop antiques and collectible gifts at the Prairie Mercantile.
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!
Moonstone Farm and Broodio 1
The Broodio Farmstay at Moonstone offers privacy, quiet, a continental breakfast; a touchstone to sustainable agriculture, and the rural renaissance; green; cozy; includes a vineyard and beach.
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.
Subway - Clara City
Get sandwiches, salads, and pizza at this fast food sandwich restaurant.
Marc's On Main
Marc's on Main is a card and gift shop that features fresh floral arrangments, potted plants, giftware, gourmet coffee, latte, and more.
Subway - Montevideo
Get sandwiches, salads, and pizza at this fast food sandwich restaurant.
Thrifty White Drug - Granite Falls
Find gifts and collectibles in addition to your everyday drugstore needs.
La Plazita Restaurant
Authentic Mexican restaurant, new location!
A&B Auto Parts
For all your vehicle needs.
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.
Danvers Municipal Liquor Store
The perfect place to end your workday or start your evening with delicious eats, great drinks, and a friendly staff.
Granite Falls Woodworks
Specializing in Custom Wood Products including Solid Wood Countertops and Bar Tops as well as anything made of wood and more.
Goodfellow's
Goodfellow's is a classic steakhouse and supper club - perfect for Friday night supper!
Canby Inn & Suites
Located on the corner of Haarfager Ave & Hwy 68, Canby Inn & Suites has comfortable rooms and an indoor pool.
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!
Porter Cafe & Grocery
A great place to pick up a few items, or stop in for a bite to eat in Porter.
The Gift
Wanda's Coffee Cup Cafe
Wanda's Coffee Cup Cafe serves breakfast, lunch, and coffee drinks.
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.
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.
Hanny's Bar & Grill
Nightly dinner specials; event room for rent.
Grand Buffet
The Grand Buffet has a selection of Chinese food at a reasonable price.
Dawson Liquor Store
A city owned and operated off sale liquor store with great deals and friendly staff.
Riverside Bottle Shop
Liquor store offering a wide range of craft and domestic beers, local wines, and other assorted spirits.
Tokheim Stoneware
Wheel-thrown stoneware, paintings, prints, traditional Norwegian knives and silver spoons made by Lucy and Gene Tokheim at their studio near Dawson, Minnesota.
Filling Station Bar
The Filling Station is a great place to stop for supper, especially if you are hungry for pizza or a burger!
Boyd Community Cafe
Net's Old Barn Antiques
Take a trip to the past! Antiques and collectibles, a wide variety of items to choose for yourself or someone close!
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.
Jim's Market
A family owned supermaket offering a fresh selection and a wide variety of trusted name brands.