FINE FOOD & DRINK TOUR
Half the fun of going on a trip is trying the local cuisine! When you take a Minne-Roadtrip the possibilities are endless! From candies and cakes to cheeses and beers, fine dining, and fast food. Who knows, perhaps you will find a new favorite food and have to come back again and again!
Cottage Tea Room & Fare
13 Bridge Square, Northfield
507-301-3944
Cottage Tearoom & Fare is a place where residents and visitors can go and relax in the comfortable environment of cottage old stone and brick exposed walls, rustic chandeliers, and soft, mellow music playing in the background. A place where people can break-a-way from the stresses of the day and sip on their choice of a variety of whole-leaf steeped tea or a cup of freshly brewed coffee. The Cottage Tearoom & Fare offers “High” Teas by reservation for those who want to enjoy a fun experience with friends and family, whether it’s for celebrating a special event like a bridal or baby shower or simply a book club event.
Costas’ Candies & Restaurant: Owatonna
112 North Cedar Ave, Owatonna
507-451-9050
Costas Candies and Restaurant began in 1919 when George Boosalis opened George's Candy Kitchen in downtown Owatonna. Costas’ continues to have the small-town, local café feel that it has been known for since it opened. Costas’ has been making hand-rolled candies for more than 90 years. Every piece of chocolate and candy is hand-dipped, rolled, and wrapped. Across the street from the famous Louis Sullivan-designed bank.
Foremost Brewing Cooperative: Owatonna
131 West Broadway
(507) 214-3462
It's about more than beer. Foremost Brewing Cooperative is the result of local people coming together and creating, from the ground up, a brewpub that has become a local treasure and community pillar.
Loon Liquors: Northfield
1325 Armstrong Rd. #165, Northfield
Loon Liquors aims to craft the most delicious spirits from organic, local suppliers while quantifiably improving social and environmental sustainability, and throwing in some humor from time to time. Visit the cocktail room to taste their gin and whisky!
Mineral Springs Brewery: Owatonna
111 N Walnut Ave
www.mineralspringsbrewery.com/
Mineral Springs Brewery brings fresh, locally brewed beer in a relaxed, family friendly environment when you visit Owatonna. MSB is a destination for friends to gather to enjoy affordable, great-tasting, locally-brewed beer. Regularly scheduled food trucks and delivery options are available from local restaurants. Enjoy an igloo experience during the winter months.
OTB Cafe
211 North Cedar Avenue, Owatonna
(507) 451-3193
Old Town Bagels is a family owned business and offers a friendly hometown café style atmosphere. Stop in and enjoy their homemade bagels, baked fresh daily. Their large variety of bagel selection is sure to have something to please everyone. Try their homemade cream cheese mixes on your favorite bagel, or a hometown favorite- Honey Butter, made with local Hope Creamery Butter and Sorensen Honey Farm honey. Try one of our popular breakfast or lunch bagel sandwiches. For larger groups, you can call in your order for pick up or schedule delivery.
Pizza Night at Red Barn Farm: Northfield
10063 110th St. East, Northfield
www.redbarnfarmofnorthfield.com
Open every Wednesday beginning in May through October. Bring your family for a picnic on the farm. The pizzas are made with handmade dough and vegetables from their gardens. No reservations needed!
Russell Stover Candies: Owatonna
4500 West Frontage Road, Owatonna (near Cabela’s)
507-451-9127
Custom Build-A-Box of your favorite chocolates by the piece/pound from the 30 plus flavors in their candy case. Choose from classic caramel, to varieties with chocolate drizzle, chopped peanuts or pecan pieces. Silky handmade fudge in 20 flavors churned fresh in the store with real butter. Simply Perfect Ice Cream Sundaes featuring fresh made hot fudge, created by expertly combining whole milk, cream and vanilla with fine chocolate blends. Buses are always welcome!
Roma's Italian Eatery
203 North Cedar Avenue, Owatonna
(507) 413-0278
In a world that always seems to have us on the go, we believe in the power of slowing down. Taking time to reap the fruits of your labor - and doing so with those you care about most. Italian cuisine was built around this ideal. In Italy, suppers are savored, flavors are fresh, and technique is treasured. At Roma’s Italian Eatery, these ideals are alive and well. Here, you’ll cover the whole of Italy without stepping foot out of Owatonna. You’ll taste elevated, exceptional meals steeped in old-world authenticity. And you’ll rediscover just how nice it is to slow down and enjoy a fresh, well-made meal with those you love.
Torey's Restaurant & Bar
208 North Cedar Avenue, Owatonna
(507) 455-9260
For over 15 years, Torey's has been an Owatonna favorite for great meals, affordable drinks and a cozy atmosphere to spend time with friends and family. We pride ourselves on our extensive lunch and dinner menu, featuring a wide range of options.
