Traveling thru and stopped for a quick happy hour. Service was great. The brussels were fantastic. Bruschetta was very olive heavy - definitely over powered the other flavors but still good. Only negative was the water had a funky taste, which could just be Bemidji.

Bar 209 is one of our favorites in Bemidji! The food is always great, a little more edgy than most of the typical bar fare you’ll find in the area. Chad was our server most recently and was a fantastic server and gentleman. He was calm and collected and made a great cocktail. We enjoyed his conversation and his stories. This time, we ordered the pretzel, nachos, and walleye strips. All, including the drinks were half price for happy hour (2:09-5pm). The food came out quickly and was good. I love their cheese sauce with the pretzels and nachos. We’ve also had burgers and other items and have been pleased with everything. The place has a neat decor with guests of all kinds. We often dine with our four children and the staff are always great with them. The restaurant is always clean and I love the clear view of the kitchen. Thanks for another great experience!

Amazing experience at Bar 209 today. Enjoyed lunch meals of salmon, chicken sandwich, thai pasta, and tacos… all were delicious. Our server Chad was fabulous! He was attentive, friendly, knowledgeable about the menu, helped us with special requests for extra sauce, food preference needs, and took time to take our photo even though he was hustling. Thanks Bar 209 and Chad for making our lunch experience extra special!

No. Just NO. Smh. Ordered the Brussels sprouts with bacon and Bleu cheese crumbles. The bacon was RAW. ALL FATTY RAW bacon, disgusting. After I tried to pick all that disgusting fat out, I tried to eat as much as I could, but it was also setting IN a bunch of liquid? So the Brussels were soggy as well. See the pics. I do NOT know where this liquid came from, or WHY its in my dish, but remove that, gross! ALL that liquid you see on that plate below, is after I dumped it out of the Brussels sprouts container. YUCK. I didn't order Brussels sprouts soup. Also there were strings of onions, half cooked, that just didn't belong in this dish at all. This should've been crispy Brussels, with COOKED BACON, crispy bacon and NO liquid. The $7 scoop of mashed potatoes I got, were at least real, I think. But 0 flavor. Not worth $3. The truffle fries would've been good, if they hadn't been soggy. They were inedible, cold and soggy. The flavor was good, but I couldn't eat much. Huge let down after spending close to $50!!!! Won't return. Will NOT suggest to friends.

The 209 is now our fav “go to” in Beltrami county. What service - to us ‘old people’ who experienced the way Happy Hour was meant to be - 1/2 price on apps and ANY drink! Wow. Our waitress was absolutely terrific. And she also was the bar manager. EMILY. What a treasure. She deserves accolades and we hope that she is getting superbly compensated because she is worth every penny. And the icing on that proverbial cake - our food was wonderful. What more could you ever want???

Chad was such an amazing, amazing waiter. The atmosphere was great, the food was even better. Chad took superb care of our table, he is very knowledgeable in the menu (and martial arts???). But for real, amazing dude, and maybe the best meal I’ve ever had in Bemidji.

Had a scrumptious lime salad with salmon on a stormy Monday evening. Emily was a treat to be served by: welcoming, friendly, and attentive. All around excellent experience!

This was our first time trying Tutto Bene, on Valentine’s Day, and we were not disappointed with the food. It was fantastic. The pasta tasted very fresh and the sauce was the best I’ve ever had at an Italian restaurant. The service was great and the restaurant was very clean. The only complaints we had were how pricey the dishes are and the somewhat plain interior. It doesn’t really give that homey Italian feel. No Italian music playing and minimal decorations. If the dishes were a little less expensive, we would definitely come back often. But at the current prices, it’s definitely a special occasions only kind of place. Definitely worth a visit though!

I wanted to take my granddaughter here for lunch for her birthday. It's been quite a while since I have been there, so my favorite menu item wasn't on the menu any more. Since it was lunch, I assumed there would be lunch prices, but that is not the case. It's full dinner menu and prices. So it was more expensive than what I expected it to be. We decided to share the fettuccini and we opted to get the chicken as an addition to the pasta. The chicken was excellent and the pasta seemed like it was homemade. It was delicious as well. It was served with a piece of focaccia bread. It was very dry and when I bit into it and I thought it tasted like wine. I am unsure if they do add wine to the recipe or not, but there was definitely an unusual flavor. So if you are looking for a good place to go for dinner it won't disappoint. They do have a separate wine and drink menu.

The husband and I celebrated our 20th anniversary yesterday and had dinner here. And, OH, what a perfect evening and place to have a romantic dinner for two. The food was cooked to absolute perfection and the service was PHENOMENAL! Thank you - a perfect meal for this happy couple.

Good experience, really great service. Pretty good but not outstanding food. Probably a good place for a 1 on 1 date. BUT-Order a lot. Portions aren’t skimpy but are not large. We got a focaccia app, a half order of crab ravioli, and a half order of chicken gnocchi for $70.

We had high hopes but they were let down. We sat at our table for at least 10 minutes before server even brought us water. The soda was awful and had to tell them they brought me flavored carbonated water because the syrup was out. Later when we got a refill, I thought it was bugs in my drink.. turned out the bartender spilled earlier and it landed in the cups. Our server never checked how our food was. My chicken was suuuuper dry. We really didn't see our server much so ordering was super spaced out. I would love to give them another chance, but I can't say I want to spend that kind of money again for that level of food and service.

I brought my world traveling son and his Brazilian girlfriend to Tuttos for his birthday, after talking the place up. It did not disappoint- in fact both world travelers said it was the best meal/drinks/ambiance (and company♡) they'd ever had! Also, the staff were excellent and engaging, from asking what book I was reading to inquiring about my son's travels. Very well done. World class.

We held my step-son and daughter-in-law’s rehearsal dinner at Tutto Bene in late October 2022. It was a 4-course meal for 25 people and absolutely fantastic. The chef, Justin was easy to work with from menu planning to event details and the staff the day of the event were on point. The food was incredible, I especially loved the roasted beet salad and the crab ravioli. Most importantly the bride and groom had a wonderful evening. Highly recommend for a casual dinner out or a larger event. Kudos to the chef and the wait staff!

We had MN Nice cater our wedding in November 2024. Our food was WONDERFUL! We had pork roast, beef roast, with roasted baby red potatoes, glazed carrots, and a side salad. The meat was extremely flavorful and tender, and their herbes de provence sauce is incredible. We had a variety of cupcakes, the caramel cheesecake cupcakes were a huge hit! We got so many great compliments on the food from our guests. We worked with Danielle, and she is fantastic. She was so easy to work with and was very organized. For our couples cake, she made a turtle cheesecake that was to die for!! I highly recommend MN Nice for any catering needs that you may have.

Short wait to be seated, comfy dinning room, Good service, for being steady busy she was good. Food was really good, pancakes so yummy. Good hot coffee I would recommend to try if your looking for breakfest .. im sure the other meals are good too :) will be back to try next time!

great little spot in town for breakfast typical local diner spot. wouldn’t call this restaurant a great spoon. nice menu good food and local service has a very local vibe they sell fresh baked goods up front as well

Have eaten here several times on our way to MI. I love the Irish Benedict with their in house made corned beef and my husband had the special that day. This place never disappoints. The staff have been working there for years and work like a well oiled machine. Service is always with a smile, orders come out quickly and hot. The portions are large and the coffee is good. What more can a person ask for.

Recommended as the place to go! The wait had me curious, however in the end the food was pretty ordinary with the exception of using wild rice mixed in with normal food. Not terrible but knowing what I know now I would not wait there to eat. Nice trying something different.

Always a must stop when I’m in Bemidji. The wild rice pancakes are absolutely delicious - and filling! There may be a wait on weekends, but it’s worth it!

Incredible, made-from-scratch eats. Everything from the coffee to the cakes to the eggs were put together with the love of a mother. Didn’t have room to give the Hummingbird cake a try, good chance of my eyes rolling back in my head followed by a solid blackout so I couldn’t take the risk. Id recommend bringing a strong family member and a stretcher along because the portions are quite hearty. I pert near left in a body bag, but that won’t stop me from coming back! Also, great story about how the owner fulfilled her lifelong dream of owning and operating a popular cafe. Love to see and live the American Dream while it’s in action!

Awesome place! Very hands on. Animals to see and pet. Lots of educational things!

My kids have the time of their life every time we come here! Super friendly staff, they sell the folkmanis puppets too if you are looking for hyper realistic puppets for content creation, or to do story time with students, day care or your own kids. This science center also has a reptile petting zoo type set up which is super exciting because the kids can come pet the animals with a staff member handling them and learn about animals like bearded dragons, pythons and other snakes people keep as pets, they also have stick bugs, and other neat critters, including an owl enclosure! I highly recommend this place to locals, tourists and people just passing through looking to walk around after a meal at one of the local restaurants.

We've been here 3 times now over the course of the last 4 years, and it is always a great experience. The kids love it, and I recommend it for all ages. Lots of interactive exhibits and great staff who care about the work they do. If you're looking to beat the heat, this is a great place to pass 2 hours.

My kid loved it here! There was something for every age for my kids who range from 2-10. They had live animal exhibits and every subjects for my homeschoolers to get out of the classroom and have a hands-on day! Next time we come, we’ll have to stay longer!

There was some great options and potential, but so many missed opportunities. There are employees walking around and assisting patrons with the interactive experiences, but they weren’t educating the children on the science behind it. It has great potential, but was lack luster at best.

My daughter and I visited Headwaters recently. They have many interactive science experiments. My daughter enjoyed making the giant bubbles & learning about all of the animals & reptiles. The staff was wonderful & the girl working in the reptile area was super knowledgeable & professional. She took out any reptile that we wanted to touch/hold & told us interesting facts about each one. We had a great experience & will definitely return.

Extremely awesome and attentive staff who were willing to teach us, show us all the reptiles and answer our questions. Very cool experience!

Fun spot with great atmosphere. Red Lake walleye is delicious as are the beaver droppings. Give it a try and I'm sure you will be happy Happy Happy that you did!!!

Bartenders (Jocelyn and Seth, I believe) were busy but very attentive to the low liquids in the glass. lol. Super friendly and helpful with questions I had. First time in Bemidji and wanted to hit some local spots. This place was just the place I was looking for....nice beers, solid food, and great service. Talked with locals also, and they were pleasant to chat with too. Head to Keg when you're in town, yall. Cheers.

Will definitely be coming back here to try more things on the menu. Has a fun game you can play on your phone that displays on tvs. Good beer selection & the food was nicely portioned & very yummy!

The decor was like stepping into an Irish pub! Our waitress was fantastic and the food and drink were great. The food came out of the kitchen hot, and our drinks were cold! I would definately recommend this place.

The Mushroom soup (not the real name), I kid you not tastes just like my grandma used to make it. The Reuben is really good, rye bread was fresh. The French fries were cooked to perfection. The atmosphere is great, I really enjoy the style. Staff was super friendly. A great place for lunch, dinner or just a cocktail. 10/10, get the soup!! Thank you

We stopped in during our visit to the area. The pub was almost empty, so it didn’t have the vibe of an Irish pub. The interior is appointed well and the menu has both Irish and Minnesota fare. We enjoyed some fried walleye from Red Lake.

Music is nice, and sitting at the bar, it was at a decent volume. Had a wonderful night. The only negative is that they used the Boston Shaker in a slightly unhygienic way, but it wasm't the biggesy deal, so five stars.

I had high hopes for this restaurant based on the high reviews, but I was met with such disappointment. Let's start with the dish I ordered. I ordered sesame chicken with peach boba tea. The sesame chicken was hard on the outside, and it basically looked like frozen chicken nuggets that they reheated and added sauce on it. Dish didn't look authentic and tasted flavorless. As for the peach boba tea, it did not look like the image posted online on their website. Very misleading. The drink was NOT tea and it was basically milk based. There was no peach flavor and it was very very very sweet. I could not finish the food and the drink. Also, my server didn't come over to check up on me despite the fact that it wasn't that busy. If you want Asian food and boba tea in Bemidji, I recommend Kin Poke.

Uber eats order great tasting food I enjoyed the ramen & pork. The poke bowl was good . went back for dinner and had sushi & appetizers . nice little spot in DT Bemidji area . small space with about 10 tables & a sushi bar. family owned & run restaurant. large menu of choices and reasonable prices

Really great tasting sushi in Bemidji! Prices are reasonable and the staff is really friendly and kind. Check it out! (Get the wagyu tiger cry roll!)

Always an amazing time! We love the Mango Tango, Broken Heart, & Honey Bunny rolls. Of course the Ramen is amazing as well!

Great food and service! Very good presentation. The seating is limited but nice. Very cozy.

This place is amazing! I have come here many times, and it has been amazing! The only complaint I have is that the food is TOO good… and at such an affordable price! The staff is fire no cap fr

I tried the tonkotsu ramen. Why was the broth yellow? Why did it taste like butter and kraft mac n cheese? Service was wonderful, but our table was sticky, and seemed to get stickier after they wiped it down for us. Might try again in a few summers if they survive...

Red Stu is a restaurant that specializes in breakfast and brunch fare. Here you’ll find pancakes, French toast, omelettes, biscuits and gravy, etc. The food was solidly good, but nothing too special. The staff was very friendly, but the service a bit slow (by the time we sat at our table to the time we left was a little over an hour). The atmosphere was chic and classy.

Ordered Jeff or Jeds cajun smash burger. Was a little overcooked and not very spicy. Burger had a really crispy crust on it. Nice flavor in spite of being overcooked. Smash burgers were a little thick too. Price at $17 was (sad to say) reasonable for a place that sells Corona in a bottle for $7. Also got a laugh out of the Boys to Men signs outside the bathrooms.

Wonderful warm atmosphere to enjoy a hearty, dellious breakfast. Our waiter Nick greeted us immediately, with great service.. portions every generous, warning the cinnamon rolls are huge, a meal in itself. great location for couples and friends to enjoy a great cup of coffee, in a quiet cozy enviroment. WE will be back, bringing a couple of friends to enjoy all that you have to offer. Special thanks to Nick and the great service he provided.

We stopped in here for the reviews were good. We were seated right away. Waitress was friendly and took our order. I ordered a side of hollandaise. What came out was a cold, gelatinous, solid glob of nothing that resembled hollandaise. The waitress didn't check on us at all nor did she offer refills. Food was so-so. Cute atmosphere though.

What a great little breakfast spot. Excellent service by Nick and amazing food. Left with a smile on our face and a full stomach. Loved the atmosphere.

Excellent service and fresh delicious breakfast perfectly prepared. Raspberry jam made in house is perfect for dipping your toast. Out of towner and they remember my name and order after just three visits. Coffee is awesome and somehow always ideal drinking temperature at every pour.

We stopped here for brunch on the way down from fishing on the weekend up north. We selected this place because of its high rating, and also the pictures of their excellent looking food. We were pleasantly surprised when we walked in and heard the chill. Dad Rock and had a really wonderful server named Nick, who despite being slightly new, was very friendly and an extremely gracious host. He made our breakfast drinks, and was a joy to hang out with. The food was also fantastic and filling! Really enjoyed the Magnum bloody Mary, easily, one of the largest bloody Marys I think I've ever had.

I only want exactly what I order, nothing extra it doesn't even say anywhere on the menu that anything "comes with." I inspected the menu very thoroughly and did not find those unwanted side items I couldn't check the ingredients of. I have dietary restrictions. I did not think it necessary to disclose because the item I ordered itself did not contain anything I avoid. There was zero indication it was going to come out with other things. So when that happened I just wanted to leave immediately with only the actual thing I ordered, and I think it is messed up that anyone acted like that was weird of me to do. The restroom is in an uncomfortable location, you have to walk visibly behind the bakery staff. And there's what I believe to be a child too young to legally be working at the register, who didn't even tell me there was an extra charge for using a card before I paid, which is just a basic decency thing even if there's signage. The signage is poorly placed. They both shouldn't have a literal child working the register and need to train everyone better. Will not be returning.

We have been traveling roads in the U.S. for 4 years taking several long trips by motorcycle and car. Raphael's would rank in the Top 3 family diner restaurants we have come across. Excellent food, generous servings, reasonable prices, great service, wonderful ambiance and fabulous bakery items available in the area of the pay register. Truly a wonderful place.

Great old fashioned baked goods that are super yummy! Danish melt in your mouth. Great for lunch! Like stepping back in time..very home spun. Soup and sandwich type of food.

Upon entering to purchase donuts, I found that the line moved efficiently. The staff and customers alike demonstrated exceptional kindness, contributing to a welcoming atmosphere. The donuts were both reasonably priced and of outstanding quality. I look forward to returning.

Wow this birthday cake is amazing!! The kids love Huggy-Wuggy and all I had to do was give the decorator a reference picture and they drew it PERFECTLY. Kids are stoked and I couldn't be happier.

My daughter was visiting family at Cass lake during her birthday and I wasn’t able to make the trip. I called this local bakery and placed an order to ensure her birthday was special. Staff was friendly and helpful. They took care of my girl with a beautiful and delicious cake! Thanks all the way from Maryland!

“Where Carbs and Happiness Collide” If butter had a love language, it would be this place. From the first bite of their pastries to the last crumb of my breakfast sandwich, I knew I had found the breakfast holy grail. The croissants? Flakier than my group text. The coffee? Strong enough to make me forgive my alarm clock. It’s like they kidnapped a grandma, a French pastry chef, and a brunch influencer, locked them in a kitchen, and let them create magic. If you’re on a diet, come here for one last glorious cheat day and then just… never look back. Five stars, and a sixth if they ever start offering home delivery via teleportation.