The Pickled Loon

My girlfriend and I have been wanting to get out on the bike and ride to Saint Cloud and have dinner since it's over an hour ride for me. So we rode up to come eat for dinner since they open at 4 p.m. We arrived in St Cloud an hour later so while we waited we decided to do a little shopping and came back after 4 pm. So we arrived back at 5 minutes after 4 and they were open. We parked and went inside and we were greeted by Veronica, she greeted us with a smile and asked us what we wanted to drink. Took our drink orders and asked if we wanted apps and we told her we were ready to order. So my girlfriend ordered the roasted turkey poutine nothing special but not bad nonetheless. And I ordered the walleye tacos with a side order of shrimp. The walleye and shrimp were cooked perfectly, however the slaw in my opinion didn't marry well with the walleye. The sauce that came on the walleye was really good, and the shrimp were wonderful. I met the other gentleman working there named JP who was friendly and helpful. Both of the staff said bye and wished us a safe trip back home which was thoughtful. Lastly I liked how the restaurant was decorated, and the place looked pretty well kept, I'll definitely return, thanks Jp and Veronica.

Hands down, BEST REUBEN ROLLS EVER!!!!Yum!!! Can't wait to come back!I also had the grilled chicken avocado salad! Delish!Natalie and Claire, (Bartender/Waitress), were a great team together!!!

This place has always been a favorite of mine since moving to St. Cloud from Oregon. Every time I come I try to get some thing different, but end up going back to my favorites. But in all honesty I haven't found anything on the menu I don't like. Including drinks. Service does seem to sway depending on who is working. Some of the wait staff is great, some of them could improve. Ambiance is a typical bar, with tables. I do like the seating outside when the weather gets nice.

Simple but sweet, food was great! Pad Thai was lacking a bit, more sour then anything. Everything else we tried was soooo good. You do have to pay for metered parking, so bring some change!

There food is decent it is a club mind you there drinks are good and priced well do not try there veggie burger it was not my cup of tea maybe yours

What can I say?! I make it a point to stop at The Pickled Loon every time I am in St Cloud. Not only my favorite restaurant in the area but arguably my favorite in MN. When dive bar meets finer dining. You wouldn't expect much upon arrival of the list low lit rail bar with a few dining tables but when you get the menu and start seeing dishes go by you know you have stumbled upon greatness. After many visits I have tackled most of the menu. In this review I will highlight my last visit. I started with a chicken fajita soup that came on a small bed of rice in the cup. The chicken was perfectly cooked and just fell apart in my mouth. The rice with a nice tough giving it some added texture. Next I had their Shrimp Burger with "Hand pattied shrimp burger topped with: house made cilantro slaw, avocado, lettuce, and roasted garlic aioli. Served on a pretzel bun." While I was skeptical at first I remember that this place has never disappointed and went with it! GOOD FREAKIN CALL! This "burger" was amazing. The shrimp patty was like a delicate crab (or shrimp) cake and the cilantro slaw added a fantastic crunch and acidity balancing the sweetness from the shrimp as well as giving it a little crunch. Throw in avocado and a pretzel bun and you've died and gone to food heaven. Also pictured in this review is the Tennessee Hot Chicken Sandwich. This sandwich had a nice creamy chipotle slaw giving it an excellent smoky flavor along with their Baka white BBQ sauce all on an egg bun. While the slaw and the BBQ sauce gave it a flavorful bite this sandwich wasn't "Tennessee Hot" but I appreciate their spin on it and would recommend to anyone seeking a good chicken sandwich. Don't forget that this place is a BAR. They offer up a small but carefully selected menu of craft tap beers that pair perfect with the food. They also infuse vodkas with a variety of things to make excellent cocktails. I've been told the Bloody Mary is amazing and will be back to try it. I have had the smoked old fashioned with Makers Mark and peanut butter which is amazing. The smoke really brings out the peanut butter and gives the drink a smooth finish. I have also had the Pickle Martini. Yes, PICKLE MARTINI, made with house infused pickle vodka and garnish with, you guessed it, a pickle! I have also had the Pad Thai, Chicken Egg Rolls, Roasted Turkey Poutine, and Looney Mac & Cheese on previous visits. All incredible. It really doesn't get much better than this folks! Whether it's an app, a meal, or just some cocktails or a beer, The Pickled Loon is where it's at!

It was very busy when we got there but the service was great and the food din not disappoint, we will definitely be back

If you are looking for some awesome food out in the middle of nowhere. This is your place. Definitely worth finding your way out here for some excellent service, good prices, great food

Great place during the day, night scene they pick favorites and let underages in but kick out people of age for no reason, along with that bartenders/ bouncers are aware of the underage activity but still serve and provide them with alcohol, and will let people in for money, ect...

The atmosphere is fun and food ok , but service was extremely slow and I felt we weren't 't welcomed there because we were passing through and not drinking for the afternoon.