"I came here a few years ago and thought it was ok. I remember I got the pizza and I didn't enjoy it. This time I got the Lara Bowl. I absolutely loved it! Their decor is so quirky and old school. We came in on a Wednesday afternoon and it was almost empty. Our server was friendly and our food came in a timely manner. They do have vegan/vegetarian options. Prices were fair."
"One day after visiting a church in the area we ventured here to grab brunch. The sun was beaming outside as we sat in the booth but an annoying fly kept buzzing around our area. - I just tried to let it go.I ordered the corned beef hash with hot tea. I was expecting a more flavorful meal but it was just ok. The utensils came in a tin on the table but I had to ask for everything to supplement my food from ketchup for my meal and sugar or honey for my tea. It felt like so much work when these items eemed like basic things that would normally be offered.My companion had the Taco Steak Bowl was underwhelming. There was a small amount of rice under the salad garnish. Plus the steak was not very flavored."
"Stopped here after a Vikings game and SO glad we did! Had the Elote pizza, and even after forgetting to add the carnitas, this may have been the best pizza I have ever had! SOOOO good! The ingredients were SO fresh! Every flavor contributed perfectly! The roasted corn, cilantro, scallions and jalpenos - perfection! The crust was perfect! Best thing I've had since we moved here. We ate at the bar and service was excellent. We will definitely be back!"
"I don't give my ancestors many reasons to be proud of me, but today's lunch at Namaste is one. The food we had was absolutely splendid, and with so much variety you're really spoiled for choice. We erred towards safety with this being our first visit and got the coconut curry (level 0 spice) and lamb biryani (level 3 spice), and both of these were fantastic; I'd say unless you have no spice tolerance, a 3 is a good place to start out.One of the runaway hits was the samosa chaat, easily a meal for one and incredible. The service was attentive even if busy - and busy speaks well to the restaurant's popularity. Something that stood out to me positively is that they prepare your food when you're ready for it, so it comes out as fresh as possible. A nice touch!"
"Great summer night to sit outside but we still chose to sit inside downstairs and enjoy the live music. Your staff was on spot as usual....all working together.Thank you ."
Dani G.
Feb 19, 2024
One of my favorite places in Rochester to get some good vegan pad thai!! I've gotten the noodles here countless times and they turn out amazing every time! They have a few more vegan options, but the pad thai is my favorite!The decor is very hip and love the plants around the walls. Very cozy vibes and they also have live music weekly or biweekly, there's also a trivia night! Our server was nice and friendly, answered our questions when we had some. We stopped by on a Wednesday afternoon and it was pretty empty. A great spot to visit when in Rochester!
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DaQuia C.
Sep 17, 2024
I was not expecting this place to be so good! I got the house burger with the cherry bbq sauce on the side just to try it, and the pineapple sauce on the side as well. The pineapple gave more pico de gallo. I think it had maybe 4 pineapples in it lol. But it was pretty good. Their LC sauce was pretty good as well, I think it was just mayo and ketchup though. The staff was nice and the wall of fur definitely won me over
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Thomas S.
Jul 6, 2024
Nice waitress, good service. Food needs help. Pretzel B+. Walleye strips a bit disappointing. Wrong coating. Lighter breadcrumb better. Fries just bland. My local place in Chicago uses these https://www.store2doordirect.com/product/frozen-big-c-3-8-straight-cut-coated-french-fries-6-4-5-lbs/Way better: instant competition for the waffle fries at Maxwell's.
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Sharifah I.
Oct 28, 2023
Now if you love Indian food THIS is the place to go. I love when we park at Namaste because you can smell the delicious spices from outside. The place is clean and modern looking. A couple of TVs for your enjoyment, one with Hindi music videos and the other of foodie places in India. I love a good Indian food place where there is a good mix of Indian folks AND American folks. This place appears to be a favorite to all! The food is always good. I love their lamb saag with medium heat. The chicken curry and tandoori murg with heavy hot spice level is right up my husband and son's alley! My other kids get chicken makhani mild. The appitzers - lamb sambusas, paneer pakora are seasoned and fried perfectly and the mint chutney they serve with it...good lord I could just drink gallons of the stuff! The basmati rice is always cooked to perfection as is the plain naan bread. The mango juice and mango lassi are also favorites. The staff is always helpful and courteous but the last time we went an amazing server was beyond kind. My daughter had nearly finished her mango lassi with a few sips left. The server took it before she could slurp it all up. She was sad about it since she loved it so much. The server apologized and gave her a free mango lassi to go! The gesture was so appreciated.As for why they call it a Brewhouse, I keep meaning to ask them. I forget all about that once I'm hypnotized by that amazing spice smell when we walk in.
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Mathew H.
Feb 20, 2025
Birch's on the Lake offers a fantastic lakeside setting with a cozy yet lively atmosphere--perfect for a weekend brunch.We started with the crab artichoke dip, which was creamy, well-seasoned, and packed with flavor. The cheese curds were crispy on the outside, gooey on the inside, and just the right level of indulgent.For brunch, we had the Long Lake Breakfast, a solid, classic choice, along with the Prime Rib Benedict and the Ham Benedict--both had perfectly poached eggs and rich hollandaise, though the prime rib stood out with its tenderness and depth of flavor. The Cajun Lime Chicken Taco had a nice spice and acidity balance, making it a fresh, lighter option.We were celebrating a birthday brunch and truly appreciated the thoughtfulness and swag from Jeff, which made the experience even more special. The service was friendly and attentive, and the lake views added to the charm.A few small tweaks in execution could elevate some dishes to the next level, but overall, this is a great spot for a relaxed yet elevated brunch.Would definitely come back, especially for the ambiance!
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Nathan S.
Nov 23, 2024
Got in right after open on Saturday. Big shoot out to Jamey for the recommendations and conversation. Great view of the brew tanks and solid bar. Outside was all set up for wood fires. Fun place to hang out and spend time with friends. Great pizza and beer!
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Collin B.
Jul 22, 2024
Have not eaten here but looked like good food options. A nice small set of small brews that has one for everyone's taste. Cool little patio as well with live music in the warmer months. Dog friendly.
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Magna R.
Jan 6, 2025
A dive bar done well! The bartender was efficient and friendly! I was driving through a part of town I haven't been in before and stopped here for a quick drink! They had a super fun collection of infused liquors - I sampled one that was pickle flavored and loved it, super fun to try something new! Prices were very reasonable for my jack as well. The place was about half full and had tables and bar seating available. The atmosphere seemed to be locals and families, very nice level of music playing and fun bar decorations throughout. Definitely would stop again!
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"Enjoyed our pub pass stop at this new location. The staff was super helpful in helping me choose the right beer for me and Husband. I chose Jack Savage for myself and Krolsch for hubby. Both were perfect picks. We enjoyed them on the patio with our temp foster pup, Blitz. The DJ was turning 80s music and we were enjoyed a beautiful evening. Blitz was making tons of friends. Great stop and nice setting to enjoy a cold brew. We thought about getting a pizza to enjoy at our picnic table (which is allowed) but we opted to pick a pizza up on our way home. Great music. We will be back."
"Thank you to the Wicked for hosting my favorite ladies 40th Birthday Party and letting her bring in the karaoke dude!!! Food and drinks hit the spot and alone the whole place is an amazing vibe! If you are looking for a great chill brewery on a quiet street with all the fun places around it... pop in here! I see they added to have Karaoke a couple times a month! Which we LOVE!"
"The food and service was amazing! Will definitely be back! Hubby had a California cheeseburger with onion rings. I had the bleu shroom burger with curds. So good and fresh!"
"Tried this place based on the reviews, and boy, you guys are right! The Smoked Meat Pizza, loaded with all 3 meats, has literally gotta be the best pizza I've ever had!! Crust was perfect, balance of Smoked/BBQ flavors was excellent!Then there's the beers!! I sampled 4, and as strange as it sounds, the French Toast Beer was, surprisingly, awesome!! (whaaattt???)Yup, they even dip the glass in maple syrup, then cinnamon sugar to coat the rim! No, really, it's GOOD!! Give it a try!!"
"Classic sports bar with food vibe, very *industrial chic* in downtown Lakeville. We walked in on December 26th after doing an escape room across the street without a reservation with a group of 8 or 10 and were sat almost immediately.The waitress was actual sunshine and joked with me. I don't remember her name but she was great! We were visiting for our family christmas and also celebrating my husband's grandpa's 82nd birthday. My MIL requested an 'easy to drink' shot for him and our waitress recommended one -- he loved it and fell asleep when we got home. Jury's out on if it was the alcohol or just nap time.The food was pretty good. We got fried pickle chips and a ton of apps. I thought it was interesting that pickle chips weren't included in the appetizers, but instead considered a side. They were some of the better pickle chips I've had, but seemed maybe steep at $10 for a restaurant in Lakeville. The other notable starter I'd recommend were the Tex-Mex rolls. Not too spicy for those Minnesotan palates and seemed like a good amount of food."