🌟🥫 If you're looking for a unique and quirky experience, the Spam Museum is a must-visit! From the moment you walk in, you're greeted with vibrant displays and fascinating exhibits that tell the story of this iconic canned meat. The interactive exhibits are not only informative but also entertaining, making it a fun experience for visitors of all ages. One of the highlights was learning about the history of Spam and its impact on culture, especially during wartime. The memorabilia and vintage advertisements added a nostalgic touch that truly brought the history to life. Plus, the sampling station was a delicious surprise—who knew Spam could be so versatile? The staff were friendly and knowledgeable, eager to share fun facts and answer any questions. The museum is well-organized and easy to navigate, making it a perfect spot for a quick visit or a longer stay. Whether you're a fan of Spam or just curious about this unique part of food history, the Spam Museum is definitely worth the trip. Don't miss out on this one-of-a-kind experience! 🥫🌟

Oh man, oh man—you’ve got to stop off and see the Spam Museum. We were on a road trip, and what says “wacky roadside stop” more than Spam? Nothing! I went in with low expectations, but give credit where it’s due: the folks at Hormel nailed this shrine to canned meat. It’s splashy, full of fun and interactive exhibits, and packed with quirky history. Would our soldiers have had meat on the regular without Spam during WWII? Thank goodness we will never have to know. Need a taste? Yep—they’ve got people handing out samples. The gift shop is glorious, overflowing with kitsch that makes Vegas go Hmmmmmm. Best part: they completely own the fact that Spam is the butt of jokes worldwid, and yet over 9 billion cans have been served world wide and counting. Love the taste or taking a hard pass the point is it's (joking aside) a true piece of Americana. don’t miss this trippin’ stop.

What a delightful side trip! We found the museum thanks to a very kind octogenarian at the Minnesota Welcome Center on I 90 eastbound. We paused our trip home and spent additional night just to visit the museum. It was an amazing experience, especially the overhead Spam train. Numerous displays told the story of the Hormel Company and its most famous produc and its spread across the globe. Hint: follow the movement of our forces in the Pacific during World War II. An added highlight were the free samples kitchen staff periodically brought out to share. We came out of the gift store with a t-shirt and hoodie........and a 12 can case of assorted flavors of Spam. A kind young man James graciously carried our treasures to our car. We, however, later learned we could have bought our Spam at the local Walmart for $3.79 a can compared to the approximate $5.00 a can in the gift store. The company is one of the largest. If not the largest, employer in the town. It has maintained Mr. Hormel's policy of paying for a 2 year college degree for all employees and their children.

Loved this museum! Very welcoming staff. Bright and colorful inside. Great displays about the timeliness and history of SPAM. Samples included! I especially enjoyed the wartime displays and how important SPAM was during that era. SPAM in different countries was fun to read about. And make sure you find out what kind of SPAM you are. Plus, the museum is free!

DELIGHTFUL! What a fun stop - very glad we visited. It's FREE, it's very well curated, the staff is fantastic, and the SPAM samples so much fun. Highly highly recommend a visit! SAMPLES - there was an employee walking around with SPAM samples using pretzel sticks as toothpicks (edible toothpicks!). Different flavor every time the tray came by - so much fun! STAFF - friendly, delightful, ready to help without hovering MUSEUM - so well created with a fun "food stand" area that highlighted different countries for each "booth", a giant can display, the rotating cans, a Lilo & Stitch area, and much more STORE - so many fun SPAM items it took us longer to shop than to see the museum lol. So many fun items I don't know where to begin so just check it out for yourself We were staying in Albert Lea about 20-25 minutes away and decided to go check out the SPAM Museum, unsure what to expect - it was so much fun to learn about SPAM with a very thoughtfully put together museum, well designed and visually very pretty with multiple levels and carefully considered placement of objects, plus a "model train-like" conveyor belt of SPAM cans moving throughout the museum! We then went across the street after our museum visit to get SPAM fries at Piggy Blues to keep the SPAM fun going, and brought cans back to Albert Lea to share with friends. Go visit - it's fun!

I've been meaning to go here for a long time. I know SPAM was introduced to many soldiers in WWII, and has taken off in Hawaii and Japan and many other places. It has a wonderful history, as does the Geo. Hormel company. It was a nice self guided tour. You can spend as little time as you want, or more time to watch videos and read the placards. The SPAM samples were really a nice touch. I haven't eaten SPAM in quite a while so I entered into the spirit of the tour and tasted three samples. I wish they world have offered more! I was pleasantly surprised- it was tasty. We went to the gift shop and purchased SPAM varieties and more. Then we went out for a bite, and I ordered breakfast with SPAM at a local restaurant. Oh, no admission charge, so you spend a little in the gift shop!

If you're in the town of Austin or just a Spam aficionado, a visit to this museum is worth the trip. Right from the moment that we walked in we were greeted with friendly smiles and set up immediately on a tour. Are tour guide Erika, was very knowledgeable regarding the origin of Hormel family and their contributions to the brand Spam and the community of Austin. I also learned a lot regarding the Hormel brand and all the other sub-brands that they've acquired. I learned that the Hormel brand contributes significantly to scholarships for youth of the community. They also have a connection and a partnership with the University of Minnesota with regards to research in the science. Unfortunately there are no actual factory tours. All the exhibits are museum style. Yeah there are plenty of hands-on exhibits that contribute to increasing the attention span of those younger visitors. During the tour of the museum we were offered several times different Spam samples. There is a very large souvenir shop selling all sorts of spam themed items. In addition, the museum offers free bike rentals for visitors to explore the town of Austin. Wonderful experience. Highlighted by a wonderful spam representatives such as Erika.

What a great little bookstore! Great selection of books, and for really good prices as well. New is not always better. :-) The lady working was one of the most kind people I have ever met. She took time to talk to me and I didn't feel rushed at all. I left with a couple books, some candy, and an offer to come back and visit again. This has to be the Minnesota Nice people keep talking about.

A very cool little shop!! Lisa is so kind and helpful! There are tons of books from Minnesota authors! Plus new and used books. There are fun candies and a cool train!

I love this shop. So many interesting topics to search through. The owner Lisa is top notch. She is so very kind and treats everyone with grace ❤️ I am proud and honored to be listed as a local author at Sweet Reads. If you are looking for a boost of positive for your life check out the "Enlightened Spirit Oracle" Deck and Instruction Book the next time you are in the shop. It is a golden nugget of bliss for your soul.

They always have great books, and a lot of them. Whoever is working is always kind and patient. I like how the store is set up. It has plenty of books, magazines, candy, and chairs. They always wrap your books in brown paper which is nice.

We wandered over to Sweet Reads following our tour of the Spam museum. I found a great book as soon as I walked in from local Minnesota authors. The staff was super knowledgeable about the local authors and made a point to recommend and suggest books based on my interests. They also did a great job of wrapping the book when we left!

Sweet reads an amazing book shop. There is a huge collections of book. And they have very friendly and knowledgeable staff. We are very glad to visiting the book shop.

This place was packed with charm! I wish we couldn’t spent more time exploring. New and used books, and the used books were really decently priced! Cute rocking chairs in the back to relax and rest out a book or two.

A beautiful historic theater that had multiple uses in the community. It is a wonderful place to visit for a show or to learn about historic theaters. Our last event there was Tuba Christmas.

Beautiful old theater, great sound system. We can into town to see Puddles Pity Party perform as the highlight of the Austin Artworks Festival and we had a great time. The theater is beautiful inside and out! I loved how the ceiling of the theater was lit up with twinkling stars or fluffy clouds, it is called an atmospheric theater and is one of only four left in the state of Minnesota to still function as such! It is wonderful to see such historic buildings restored and continued to be used as originally intended! We had a wonderful time and will be back.

Built back in th 1920s, the Paramount Theater is a magical place. Get there!

The Paramount is a nostalgic place for an event. With renovations this will soon be a place that everyone will want to perform at.

It's a retail store and you get the retail store experience so you get help but you got to ask for it

This is a great historic theatre restored and maintained brilliantly. It is visually appealing. It has an "old school" character that is nostalgic and memorable. The accustics are superb. There are no bad seats. It is a wonderful place to enjoy many aspect of the theatre for the veteran and an excellent way to introduce the novice and the young. Plays, music, and film are available. This is a must see place for locals and visitors alike.

A great experience and hoping for more to come. I gave this 5 stars instead of 4 due to the fact that the audience was criticizing my loves and my own apparel yet once we showed affection complete silence ensued and it was wonderful knowing that shredding an ounce if not a pound of true love can silence the negativity, then this is the place to go for theatrics for the both of us.

So much insects while walking. Littering everywhere. I feel sorry for the Public Library.

Kiddos love coming around here to play. They are friendly and clean to play in. They put more benches in today to enjoy sitting in the park. Overlooks water.

Mulch and compost available to the public here . Located next to the skate park . Gotta load it up yourself , and not always available 100% of the time , but most of the time there's plenty .

Need to be well maintained

Right on Mill Pond, which is a great place to take a walk in Austin. Nice park for the kiddos, but watch out for geese poop.

Lovely park, clean, accessible and fun to fish there. Beautiful trees

Very nice. Clean facility and friendly staff. Grandkids really enjoyed the pool.

Wonderful shop with so many exciting pieces. Blown glass, paintings, ceramics, jewelry, textiles...they have it all. Bought a bracelet for $30, very reasonable. Owner/manager was so nice, told us about the artists and upcoming Austin Artwork Festival as well as giving us a brochure about the event. Make sure you stop at the little gem!

Wonderful artwork. Great place.

Really a wonderful! I’ve purchased quite a few items over the years. Who knew there were so many artists and artisans in the area! The quality of the work is very good.

First time in and I loved it. It's great to see our local artists acknowledged and shown off. I'm happy to know of a cute little place to get some personal and unique gifts while helping out the locals.

Loved it! They have a vast array of different work from different local and semi local artists and I thoroughly enjoyed spending time here. The staff were friendly and very accommodating.

First time in Austin and I noticed this place right by the Spam Musuem. I'm happy I otixed it because now I have a local piece of art I got to take home to remember Austin by!

Home of Austin community ed art classes. Main floor retail. Second floor show gallery. Downstairs studio workshops. Art and music events monthly. Part of the Austin Mn Vision 2020 Project.

Recently went to a Bruins game here. I was a bit shocked at the price of the tickets. Although I do have to say I thought the prices at the concession stand were reasonable. The bleachers were very uncomfortable and if anyone went up and down the steps you could feel it. We got screamed at by a Bruins fan even though we said nothing to him. His daughter later came by to apologize for his behavior. Google maps told us to park somewhere different but there is a parking lot behind the arena. It definitely needs updating but it's also cool because it's so old. It was definitely one of the colder arenas I've ever been to. The music was really loud as was the intercom. I thought it was pretty disrespectful when they did the strobe lights for the opposing teams goalie and those who get in the penalty box. Especially when people have health issues and dealing with that kind of light. I also saw a lot of the fans yelling at the opposing team from behind where they were sitting. There's literally no barricade between the team and the fans and they got pretty ugly. They did do a great job honoring the veterans and whoever played the trumpet was absolutely amazing!!

Great place to enjoy some hockey !

The Place just gets to Rockn!!!! Amazing Staff & Players!!!

Go Bruins!! Great prices, good food, friendly people and staff. This place hosts some of the best hockey you can see. Always a joy to see the players interact with the public and they have so many different events and free things for the fans! Really is some of the best and cheapest entertainment for the whole family!

Nothing fancy but the hockey games are always great and the arena is pretty full when there’s a game going on. I wish they had more open skate times that work for families who work regular business hours.

Riverside Arena is a multi-function facility. It is used for concerts, and other public events. It's main function is as the primary hockey arena for the city of Austin Minnesota. The NAHL Austin Bruins play home games there, as well as hosting several tournaments for the various junior levels of hockey during their respective seasons. Our high school boys and girls hockey teams also play there. A very good facility, with a hard working staff.

had such a blast with the family. this Mascott is AMAZING! as well as entertaining.

Terrific pizza, outstanding quality on the cheese and sausage. I don't think I've ever had better quality toppings, and I've been eating pizza for well over half a century. The crust was fine. Even their coffee was notable. It was very dark and strong, but not bitter or acidic like cheap coffee gets when you make it strong. You ask for cream and you get actual Land O' Lakes half and half, not that imitation stuff. The staff was friendly, welcoming, and prompt. The onion rings were fresh and crispy. We (two adults) spent about $45 for lunch, and had enough food left over for an entire second meal that evening. I would like to thank the owners, managers and staff for their hard work and integrity.

It’s a good rural pizza place with a good service and decent selection of food. Most likely you will not be disappointed.

A family favorite! No matter where we are living, when we go back to Austin, MN, we go to Steve's Pizza! We get the Mama Mia with green olives. Their pizza is utterly delicious and downright craveable. The staff is always kind and helpful. Plus, they have one of the cutest arcades ever!

Came here for lunch, ordered their Greek Pizza on thin crust and it was delicious!

(I'm a Jake's Pizza guy from Albert Lea so using that as a benchmark) We were on our way out of Austin and needed a road pizza. This was perfect. The sausage was delicious, tangy sauce. A crazy good, thin crust pizza.

Great mom and pop pizza spot. Really nice and clean dining area. A good amount of options on the menu without being too many. The pizza I got was fantastic as well. I've been here a couple times since I came to town and every time the food is spot on and the staff are super friendly. Will definitely keep coming back.

Once again, I try to give credit where credit is due. Unfortunately Steve’s pizza fell way short of our expectations. We ordered the House Special 14" thin crust w/o green peppers. It was lacking meat and other ingredients, making it pretty tasteless. The crust tasted like a dried pretzel. We are from out-of-state, so when I say we won't be back, it is an understatement. Hopefully, others (including the owner) will read this and make the adjustments to make your experience better.

Nice place and a decent variety of food to choose from. We both did the lunch 1/2 salad and soup combo and that was decently priced and delicious! I love that they have a variety of mocktails too!

Waiting for 2 plus hours for food and nearly an hour for our server to get our order in disappointments. Being this was the second time makes it worse. Visited for a daughter's birthday celebration. Other tables were seated After us, got their food before us and another group seated. The cranberry mule was good.

Delicious! I love that they offered mocktails and they were so good (The N/A blueberry lavender margarita especially). I had the Downtown Cheesesteak sandwich for dinner… highly recommend, especially with the sweet potato fries. We will be back!

Absolutely amazing service! Our waitress Amber was hands down the best waitress I've ever met!! Clean, beautiful dining area! Very comfortable lighting and seating and the food 😮 so good!!! Absolutely must try this restaurant ❤️

Husband and I are in love with this restaurant. First of all, they’re the only place in town that can make a French 75. Second, every establishment here in Austin has nice people, but I feel like the staff at Downtown Grill are also genuinely caring, not just doing a job. Thirdly, everything we ordered was at expert level on the foodie scale, minus the pretension. We will definitely be back as often as our going-out fund allows! 🥰🍴

Server was amazing and atmosphere was very nice: too bad food wasn’t as good as it looked in photos. The food was lack luster. Minimal toppings on potato I paid extra for little to no sauce on pasta and not much on taste.

Great Find near I-90. Easy seating at noon on a Wednesday. Staff was articulate, personable and attentive. The cold water was on table when we were seated on this 90 degree day. Wine and beer selections were quality. The menu was interesting and offered something for every appetite. Plenty of apps and GFO options. Salad and sandwich choices were varied and tempting. Half sandwich/ salad/soup menu was great, my husband was happy. I chose the special (chicken salad on fresh focaccia bread) which was delicious, fresh, and hit the spot. The sweet potato fries were the best I’ve had in years, seriously. Plus, dessert to go was a must when it is key lime pie. This will now be our stop along the I-90 route. This was the cheapest yet best meal of our road trip. Worth the stop!!

We were in town visiting and picked this for our lunch based on the reviews and menu. It seems to be the place to go for locals, it was pretty full even at 2:30pm. The food is what you would expect for a brewpub type environment, lots of bar favorites like fried pickles and cheese curds. They have some dishes with spam too. We had the spam pineapple sliders which were very good. I had the BLT with tater tots which was also good and quite large, not too greasy. They have probably a dozen beers on tap, too. We did wait a while to get served and sat for about ten minutes without menus hence losing a star for that. The parking lot is a little small as well. Would I go here again? Hmmm there isn't a lot in town but I would probably try something else for lunch unless I wanted the bar food offering.

Frozen food. All of it. Disgusting. How are you going to make people wait 30 minutes after ordering for frozen food that you just reheated in a deep fryer? My husband's shaved ribeye was also clearly previously frozen. They also used gorton fisherman fish fillets for their fish and chips. Are you kidding?? That was unmistakable. We ended up eating the subpar food and leaving because by the time we got it we didn't have time to even go somewhere else to eat as we were passing through.

Burgers were good. Typical bar menu. Very spacious with ample seating and overall a very decent place to stop in. We are glad we did

Average bar food on the Sunday night we came. Restrooms very clean. Cheese curds very delicious, especially with ranch sauce. Do not, I repeat, DO NOT, get the Buffalo Chicken Sandwich. It was the saddest looking meal I have seen in months. Philly cheese steak was small for the price i paid.

Spam is really salty, so I had to get a Raspberry Ice Tea to balance out the taste. Vegetable helped with flavour. Their restaurant chips texture tastes like Asian Banana Chips fried fresh from the pan. It was not salty, and tastes so good.

Nice vibe with friendly service. We tried the Blackened Shrimp Tacos and sweet potato fries, both were tasty. The sweet potato were nice and crisp and the Cilantro lime sauce on the tacos really brought it together. Also tried a bloody mary-- great flavor!! They do a beer back as well.

Good service and good food! The B&J club was delicious. The sandwich was packed and fresh. My husband ordered a (double) burger and also said it was tasty!

Quaint place with a beautiful view. Service is very attentive. Some inspired cocktails on the menu and the burgers and prime rib were very tasty!

The Old Mill Restaurant is such a charming and inviting place! My husband and I had a lovely, romantic evening there. We both ordered steak and cocktails, and everything was absolutely perfect. Our waitress was friendly and attentive, and the beautiful view made the experience even more special. We’ll definitely be back the next time we’re in town!

We had such a wonderful dinner date at the Old Mill, the inside dining area is so beautiful by the dam. They also offer outdoor dining right by the way under the beautiful lit pation, so relaxing! The food and servers were amazing as well.

The picture speaks for itself. The sea bass is a must, pair with the Ramsey green beans. Absolutely delicious. Fun atmosphere. Make a reservation. Service was good. Will be back.

A riverside outdoor setting with live music on Thursday evening was the best of Minnesota summer. The atmosphere, the food and the live performance are all five stars. We both had Panini sandwiches and drinks which were satisfying. Worth the drive from Owatonna, and probably from beyond. I look forward to checking out the indoor upscale looking restaurant in the ajacent Mill pond building in the winter.

We wanted to take a little drive and try a new restaurant. We decided on the Old Mill Restaurant, just outside of Austin, MN. It was a little less than an hour drive. But boy was it worth it! The atmosphere was great both inside and the outside patio/bar, both overlooking a river and dam. The wait staff were welcoming and helpful and the food was delicious! Over lunch/dinner, we discussed the different friends that we will be bringing back with us on our future visits. Highly recommend this place!

We picked old mill because we’re on a roadtrip and needed something 160 miles from our current location. We got so very lucky! Great view. Really awesome looking outdoor seating- the backyard has live music. The Backyard has a limited menu. The dining room has an excellent selection of steaks and other food. I ordered the Chilean sea bass and I have to say, publicly for the Google world to know, that it was the BEST sea bass I have ever had in my whole 50+ years. Ever. I did my best not to start gobbling it down. Food is served on hot plates to keep your meal hot from start to finish. My husband ordered a prime rib and he was very pleased. Their breadsticks are also good. Everyone was great, staff, patrons, it was a fun experience all around. I’m so glad we stopped here!

We love this nature center! Lots for the kids to do, beautiful trails, and wonderful staff. We really love attending nature play times in the summer and all that they offer.

The Hormel Nature Center in Austin, MN, is a beautiful and tranquil destination for outdoor lovers and nature enthusiasts. Spanning over 500 acres, the center offers a diverse range of landscapes, from woodlands to prairies, wetlands, and scenic trails. It’s an ideal place for hiking, birdwatching, and wildlife photography, providing visitors with an immersive experience in nature. One of the standout features of the Hormel Nature Center is its well-maintained trail system, which includes both easy and more challenging paths, making it accessible to hikers of all skill levels. Whether you’re walking along the serene shore of Bean Lake or exploring the forested trails, the park provides plenty of opportunities to connect with nature. The center also offers a variety of educational programs for all ages, focusing on local wildlife, conservation, and the environment, making it a great spot for families and school groups. In addition to its natural beauty, the Hormel Nature Center boasts a lovely interpretive center that provides visitors with information on the flora and fauna of the area. The center also features exhibits, interactive displays, and a gift shop, enhancing the overall experience. Overall, the Hormel Nature Center is a peaceful oasis just outside of Austin. Its combination of scenic trails, wildlife observation, and educational opportunities makes it an excellent choice for anyone looking to enjoy nature, whether for a short visit or a more immersive outdoor adventure. It’s a hidden gem that highlights the natural beauty of the area while promoting conservation and environmental education.

The Trails are smooth and well maintained, and the wild flowers are spectacular. This was a pleasant walk. The only drawback is the road noise from interstate 90 was inescapable. Buy not to overbearing.

Awesome!!!! I was so Happy to find this place, since we were doing a delivery for Hormel. What a treasure, Thank you everyone for your hospitality & answering my questions. I did my personal best here, walked 8 miles I love that you have motorized wheelchair for people in need, enjoy nature also. (For free) Excellent Definitely gets a heart on my map for one of the most beautiful places I have been in this country ❤️ The last 3 pics are of the real homestead where the Hormel farm was, I got that info from the locals

I learned quite a few interesting facts about the nature around this area. Nice exhibits, pleasant modern building. But most of all, the nature trails here are beautiful. A very good complement to the wonderful Myre-Big Island State Park which is about 20 minutes drive to the west.

This is an interesting exhibit. We were not greeted when we arrived so we enjoyed a self tour. The grounds are well kept, it's a beautiful walking trail as well.

Beautiful and maintained trails. If you love nature then must go and enjoyq at Jay C Hormel Nature Center. We love this place. A great spot to take kids of all ages.

Attended my nephews hockey game here. I had never been in Packer arena but Holy brrrrrrr! Make sure you dress warm and bring a blanket unless you plan on spending time in the bathrooms or by the maindoor/ concession stand area. The area itself has zero heat!!!! Concessions are reasonably priced tho and sell hot chocolate and coffee to help keep you warm.

So very cold. Colder than outdoors and even gets a wind chill inside. I do enjoy watching the youth hockey and am thankful for the venue. Hope the add spectator heat soon!!!!! The acoustics are bad maybe because there is so much tin and cement I don’t know but it sounds really tinny. Too loud

It's cold bring layers and a blanket. Concession stand has instant warm apple cider. Bathrooms are clean. Great place for youth hockey

Went to the hockey game, and there's no heat in the arena!! Need a LITTLE HEAT for the fans!!

Way better than Pack E. Arena . Much easier to sit down afterwards . Lord have mercy .

This is a very fun place to visit and for hockey!

Open skate was fun! Kids and families there were kind, helpful and fun! Wish open skate happened more often!

I saw another review put it perfectly that Yes, this is a hidden gem! I will be recommending before other places in town. Ate lunch here, friendly staff, not much of a wait, and the food was excellent. They also have a grocery, meat, and bakery section in this hidden gem. I will be back to try the other sections!

The food was good. These people are doing a good job.

Refreshingly good Mexican food in the Midwest! My go to spot for tacos when I’m in town. Additionally they have a fun mural that captures the city

The food is delicious and the prices are reasonable! Recommend the Birria and the menudo.

We got the gorditas, tacos and taquitos. Super good. Rice and beans are good too. Glass sodas too

Personal was rude did not ask what I wanted on my torta Took forever for one torta if you are in a hurry this is not your place Food is average noting good

Great food, will be back, steak tacos are excellent

We ended up getting our food to go because it took around an 1hr and 20min to make 4 burgers and a chicken sandwich. The burgers ended up not tasting great for the amount of tine it took for us to wait on them. There were a few people but they had already had their food when we came in. The waitress did a decent job but never came back to get us refills on our beverages. I would not come again.

GROSS!! Waitress was wonderful food was terrible . Was served spoiled meat. Cooked claimed all his burgers smell good so he must be smelling your food before he serves it (GROSS). Cook needs to learn to relax . For freshly reopening he shouldn’t be such an ignorant argumentative fool. Do not go here if you want edible food !!! Do not recommend to anyone .

I'm glad the windrift lounge reopened. Nothing really changed much except it's menu. No dinners anymore which they we're known for. Pretty much basket dinners. Sports bar atmosphere is gone or didn't feel like one. Nice bar but food quality I think has gone down.

We have eaten here several times when traveling for work. Atmosphere is a very friendly, cozy local vibe. The long island ice tea is too acidic & needs attention. The food is always tasty & hot. Jalepeno BBQ sauce on the wings was excellent.

My favorite place in town ❤ best steaks! I'm going today for my birthday, nothing could get better 😎

Hidden gem of Austin. Right from the beginning you are made to feel comfortable. Come with an appetite, the meal and appetizers were amazing. I would recommend the nachos, one of each and you will not regret it. The staff was very welcoming and helpful in making all of the choices known.

Food is actually really good and never really had and issue with food service. Service at the bar can be hot or miss. When it gets busy, there are only a couple of places to order drinks at the bar and the bartenders friends usually go to the beer end of the bar nearest the side door for faster service then those that have been waiting longer. Last visit you could see the frustration from many that service wasn't being focused equally across the bar. Not always the case, but had issues with this before they shut down for COVID. Will check out again and adjust review based on service to make sure I give a fair and reasonable review. Also, if ordering any bomb shot, make sure you specify Red Bull or Liquid Ice.

Great space for music In the peace garden during the summer ! Thank you

Cool place to visit. They host some good events. Went to a 1920 themed event they hosted.

It was closed the day we went, but it's okay because we did get to go to their amazing SPAM museum! This is just walking distance from the museum so definitely a must stop for photo op!

This place was very cool. They let us have our meeting there. The food was very good and the service was GREAT! The staff was friendly and went out of their way to make us comfortable.

Elegant home, lots of history and interesting facts about the family behind such an iconic food. They ask for a $5 donation but it's worth it. The historian gives a short introduction but after you can roam around the house by yourself.

This is one truly one of our favorite places to visit over and over again. The staff is absolutely wonderful and the history behind this beautiful mansion is pretty awesome to have in our town. Thank you for always welcoming us and being so great....

Mr. and Mrs. Hormel's home is a gracious, stately mansion, yet it feels like a home. The woodwork and floors are all original and lovely.

Friendly people, friendly dogs. I was stopping through for work and let my 3 pups out to play for a bit. Docking a star because there were poop bags only in the back of the park and so many people didn’t bother picking up after their dogs.

At the end of a residential road. Very nice park with plenty of shade trees and plush grass. For travelers with a trailer or large rv, be aware that the parking lot is small with no room to turn around;you will need to park up the street a short way.

While the dogs play, the owners or should I say family, get together and talk. If you need some company and friendship and have a friendly dog, come on down and join us. We have even decorated with solar lights on a tree in the middle and around the park. We call ourselves a family and look after one another. No, we aren't perfect but we are family.🤪😉😊

We have almost daily do visits. I have to say dp or miss Savannah goes nuts lol she loves her puppy friends and the people are great too! Lots of room to run!

Good place to give your pup a chance to play if you don't have a big yard or you are traveling. It's a decent sized area with chain link fence around it. --> Keep your canine on a leash if it is not trained or does not play well with other dogs. I have heard many stories about well behaved dogs being attacked because of irresponsible people letting their out-of-control dogs do as they please and dominate the area.

I actually managed to catch the park empty. I was walking my new foster and decided to let him run. There was a large amount of poop all over and also noticed some blood. Looked like maybe a sore paw. I love the size of this park but really wish people would clean up after their dogs.

Nice dog park for such a small town. There's running water in the summer time. Doggie/plastic bags are available. Volunteers help keep the park clean. A separate area for small dogs. No bathrooms. Shaded areas to sit.

Pleasant and never crowded. Great for 4 family.

Eh, it used to be very good but its okay now And i almost died here before

It's a run down park. Needs lawn maintenance bad. Also could use bathrooms

Needs more lights it's two dark

Amazing an beautiful

It's a big cow at Astin's fair grounds. No more and no less than I expected.

If you are in the area, she is a fun and quirky "must see" attraction. Easy parking on the road to let you get a quick photo or selfie!

Visited on 6.30.2025. Interesting and unique roadside attraction.

She's so cute! A must-see roadside attraction if you are in Austin. Stop and pose with Buffy!

It was a really big cow. Us sisters thought it was fun.

A cool short stop to get a photo of a local landmark.

Everyone should know that Buffy did not always reside at the fairgrounds. Originally she stood atop the Ankeny Dairy Foods building. Before there was Kwik Trip there were Ankeny Mini Marts in every neighborhood in Austin. They provided access to staple foods for many that did not have access to convenient transportation and those that enjoyed just stopping in for a quick gallon of milk or loaf of bread. Her placement on the roof of the Ankeny Dairy Foods building made her an everyday sight to all of the Ellis Junior High School students as they were transported to and from school each day. Although she is no longer a neighborhood landmark it is gratifying that in her retirement she still serves as a reminder of times past in the city of Austin!

My and my favorite is the mini taco bowl with rice and beef. We get a side of steamed tortillas, dash some fresh salsa sauces from the bar into the bowl and mix. Fresh. Cheap and complete satisfying meal. The tables are always spotless. A favorite among young people too.

Amazingly fresh food all around. I reccomend the Barbacoa Dipping Tacos, the bowls and the 1 pound burritos. All 3 are my favorite things to order here with multiple meat selections for your meals. Amazing food and quick to get it.

1st time being here. I asked for a recommendation. A recommended the Barbaracoa tacos. They were delicious on their own, but dipped in the dipping juice made them the bomb! I didn't think 3 was going to be enough for me. I struggled to get the last one down. They were so filling. I 100% recommend this place. Staff is friendly & helpful. Food comes out fairly quickly, is delicious & reasonably priced. $14.23 for my meal & a Pepsi. Oh yeah, Pepsi products not coke products was a wonderful bonus! I can't wait to come back.

Had the Asada nachos. The nachos were amazing! Fresh ingredients and the cheese sauce was delicious! It was around $12 for the nachos which was well worth it! The drinks are a bit spendy. $2.90 for a small drink. Still worth every penny!

Food was fine but the service can be better. I don't like being in a food establishment where they are sweeping the floor while we are eating... 🤮

Very good, one of the best Mexican places I’ve been to, very flavorful.

This is the best food in Austin, Minnesota. If you’re an town, swing by 1910 fresh Mexican kitchen for the most tender pork burrito, so delicious so much flavor, Great prices and great service!

The last time I showed up here it was around 9pm and was denied service. So today 08/10/25 I show up at 8pm and the girl inside begins to yell at me. She then says the lobby is closed and that I can go through the drive-thru. I responded with I biked here. She then says I can order the app. I've given this place multiple chances only because it's on my way to work. Each time is either rude employees or a wrong order. This McDonald's is a clear example of why their sales are declining.

Was about to eat my mcnuggets when I turned it over I noticed this dark curly hair on it... Gross. Don't know if that's a beard or a pube. 🤢

i’m sorry but i find it absolutely ridiculous that they always close and lock their doors anywhere from 5-10 minutes before they advertise they close the doors (8pm). i live right across the street and just wanted to get a fountain drink for my sick husband. i walked up at 7:55pm (knowing the doors lock at 8) and only wanted a drink just to find the doors already locked. it’s beyond frustrating because it’s not like it happens every once in a while, it’s an every day thing. with living across the street i really don’t want waste my gas sitting in line for something that takes less than 2 minutes from ordering, filling, and walking out the doors.

watched them mess up on three orders in front of us as we sat at rhe Sir window for 30 minutes. They came to write down my order and still forgot my 2 items of food. when i went inside they were rude saying “check her order”.

We have to special order because of allergies. They do well for the most part, but there's always 1 person that can't eat their burger because it wasn't done correctly. Also, last time they didn't give us 2 small fries we ordered.

Waited around for too long for my food. Workers were standing around chatting. Got my order and it was wrong. It was someone else's order with their ticket # on the sandwich in a bag with my #. It was also the single worst assembled burger I've ever seen. I couldn't have stacked it more sideways if I tried. I've eaten at a lot of McDonald's and gotten my share of wrong orders and bad experiences, but this one warranted a review.

way too many immature teenagers running the place, i went in and the girl had red eyes and she gave me the complete wrong size drink then proceeded to give me the wrong drink! don’t come here

Inexpensive and wonderful food. The best blueberry pancake I've ever had. Great, friendly service, from the woman that sat us to the very nice gentleman that served us.

A friendly place which seemed to have many regulars and quick food. Thank you for your service to the community. Good place to sit and talk on a cold day.

Great home cooked meals. Luis is a great Host.

What a pleasant dining experience! Melody was our server and she is one of the most warm and friendly people that I've met and she has a great sense of humor! The food was good and cinnamon rolls amazing. And you cant beat the price! Thank you, Melody. We will definitely be back!

Food was ok. I got the 'french toast special'. Nothing really special about it. Came with two eggs. Our server seemed annoyed when asked for items we needed. There was a man there, he seemed nice and polite at first. He kept coming to our table and talking to us. I was a bit frightened by him. Only real upside was the prices of the food.

I do love this place and come atleast once a week. So I feel bad giving a 2 star. But I do have to say the food is GREAT, but customer service is bad. Theres an older woman who's a server and she is just meaner than hell... super rude and just makes you feel like its a problem when you come in to enjoy what this place has to offer.. . Really sick of coming in and having her as a server... Everyone else is fantastic and a joy to be around.

Really, really good food! Very affordable. Staff is wonderful. We have had to go orders. Staff thinks of everything. Even adding holes on the side of the styrofoam containers so food doesn't get steamy. We were tickled to se how cute the inside it. It's our new favorite restaurant.

There was a mistake but the manager was a very nice young lady to rectified everything for me. I will be coming back more because she was so nice and awesome. Adding onto this because the employees are throwing toppings at each other and aren't using gloves to make the pizza...very disappointed since the last time I was here.

I stop here often to get pizza. The pizza is always very good, but sometimes the slices are not cut out all the way. The service is sometimes slow when you go in to pick up an online order. But other than those things, the food itself is very good!

I’m pretty disappointed this evening with dominos customer service . My son went in wanting to pickup our order . He waited in line like the rest & was skipped with zero acknowledgment. I stepped in already upset because prior deciding on stepping in the store . I called the store twice to let them know that my son was there to pick up an order . Both calls were dropped . After I stepped in addressing the situation. One man did apologize. I arrive home with order and see it was made and done incorrectly. With zero remorse I that Dillan had . His easy fix was “ basically oh you want a credit for next time ? “ Like … where’s the concern to my experience between the calls , my son , the order ?! Trash ! Do better dominos . When it comes to leaders make sure you promote those who actually show they care verses assuming it’s a customer just wanting a freebie .

It’s hit or miss. Nothing like it was a few years ago. Less consistent. Pizza can be above average but never great anymore. Garlic knots are like dry bread balls now. I’ve had pizza with maybe 1/2 cup of toppings total. Wings don’t even both with or the topped chicken bites. The amount of chicken you get is maybe 1/4 cup worth.

Not expecting fine dining, prompt with my order, and made it hiw I wanted. Good stuff

The girl who gave me my order didn't even bother to look at the order. I had to ask for parts of it. I got home and realized they didn't provide the dipping sauce I ordered. The stuffed cheesy bread was so greasy it was almost inedible. The place itself was so crowded behind the counter the staff could barely move around. Boxes all over creating a safety hazard for them. I definitely won't order from this location again.

Nicole C. is always great with customer service, every time I call or stop by to pick up she has a smile and is very polite.