Chankaska Creek Ranch & Winery

We had a delightful evening on the patio sipping wine and listening to a fantastic pianist. He played requests and some people even sang along, it was really fun! The wine was exceptional.

We spent the afternoon here to celebrate our anniversary. We had some apps, pizza, cocktails, and wine. The staff is very friendly and the drinks and food were delicious. Even though it was chilly, we walked around outside since the grounds are beautiful.

What a beautiful winery and distillery! The grounds are absolutely beautiful and well kept, amazing patios, delicious foods, the drinks go down way to easy! Food I recommend the steak tacos and pizzas! For drinks, they are all good, I've enjoyed about every cocktail on the menu and have had few wines all which were good with distinct flavors. There was live music in the patio and in the event center. Only thing I would change was the seating arrangement for the Elton John tribute, rows of chairs was difficult to hart in and out of and forced you to sit, and add a space for dancing. Staff was amazing.joining their wine and liquor clubs definitely seem worth while: Definitely a great place to host an event

Beautiful space to enjoy a glass of wine amd a little food. It is an easy hour-ish drive from the city nestled in by the Minnesota River. Plenty of space inside or outside to sit (although, best to make a reservation). Bonfire pit and heat lamps going for the cooler days.Fairly long list of wines, all made on-site. If wine isn't your thing, they do have a spirits room with a decent cocktail list as well. Short food list of appetizers and pizza (last time in, only pizza was available), but compliments the beverages. Can grab a bottle to take home, amongst some other fun wine-based decor.

Wow! Something here for everyone! Ambiance, beautiful outdoor and indoor spaces, fireplaces and fire pits, mixed drinks, wine, and NA drinks, great service and vegan food options! Vegan pizza, Korean tacos, and more. Tacos were delicious.

This is one of my favorite places to stop while in Mankato! If you visit during happy hour, it tends to be very busy and tough to find a table for a group. We typically stand up by the tasting bar. They have some other spaces also to sit, but we like it upstairs. When the weather is nice, they also have an outdoor patio. The food is tasty and the cheese trays and wood fired pizzas are always perfect for sharing. Make sure you don't arrive super hungry, because it has taken up to 40 minutes for us to get our food. (2 pizzas and a cheese tray). No one wants anyone hangry in their group. Wine! Yes... they have some really great wines and yes... you can purchase there or also at liquor stores around MN. I've even purchased at Total Wines when in the Minneapolis area. The Rose of Zin used to be my favorite... but I've moved onto Kasota Rose. A nice balance of fruity flavor and not overly dry. Of course, I love trying the other wines too! They have some solid full body reds and also dessert wines. Couer de Colline (port style) is our anniversary treat! It's available in 375ml and 750ml... it is spendier, but worth it! Try a flight and they will give you tokens... each sample = 1 token.Go check them out... plus now they have a spirit tasting room if you aren't into wine!

Wine is fineBeautiful settingOur table was sticky on the patio and the floors had a lot of litter.

Really enjoyed this place. Somewhat confusing how the "chips" and things work to redeem our wine tastes... but we figured it out. Charcuterie board was awesome for $15.Lovely setting.

My husband and I used to visit Chankaska often when we lived here. We are back visiting for a week and decided to stop by and do a wine tasting. We were both disappointed in the customer service. Definitely not up to the standard we were used to. The young woman behind the bar seemed unfriendly and annoyed that we were there. No smile, no greeting, no explanation of the wines (we haven't been here in a few years - a refresher would have been nice), and just got the impression she was not happy to be at her job. Atmosphere and wines still outstanding. If this had been my first trip, I would never go back because of the reception we received.

Fun place. Good wine & pizza. It's also a really cute store. We enjoyed our time there!