Location: Prior Lake
Top Restaurants in Prior Lake
Prior Lake Food Guide: 10 Must-Eat Restaurants & Street Food Stalls in Prior Lake
Prior Lake is a city 20 miles (32 km) southwest of downtown Minneapolis seated next to Savage and Shakopee in Scott County in the state of Minnesota. Surrounding the shores of Lower and Upper Prior Lake, the city lies south of the Minnesota River in an area known as South of the River and establishes the urban fringe of the south-southwest portion of Minneapolis-St. Paul, the sixteenth largest metropolitan area in the United States. The population of Prior Lake was 22,796 at the 2010 census.
Things to do in Prior Lake
1. Perron's Sul Lago
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 159 reviews
Reviewed By Tess J - Apple Valley, Minnesota
A friend recommended this place for our anniversary, and said the food is consistent and great flavor. We started our dinner with seafood cakes with a beautiful sauce, very tasty! Around the table we had a filet, the shrimp special with sweet corn risotto, spaghetti bolognese and filet tips, which were enjoyed by everyone! The drinks were also tasty! My only feedback was that this was a very nice restaurant(and price and well worth it!) but they have the tables covered with paper, the wait staff wear jeans and we were greated by someone in an apron and were seated by a teenager also in jeans. This sends a bit of a mixed message, is this a formal dining experience or casual?
2. Edelweiss Bakery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 115 reviews
Reviewed By Jenny H - prior lake
Bakery has items that are flaky when they should be, including croissants. Great chicken salad sandwiches with lots of chicken made on your choice of their breads. Cakes and cupcakes are beautifully done!
3. Artisan Coffee Bistro
Overall Ratings
4 based on 56 reviews
Reviewed By Karen T - shakopee
We have become regulars at this establishment because the food is extra-ordinary! They have a chef on-board who comes up with fabulous dishes. The quiche for breakfast is so tasty that it is hard for me to venture out and try one of the other delectable entrees. For lunch don't expect your selection to be average fare. Attention to freshness, flavor and presentation is what stands out at this quaint intimate bistro. For dinner we started out with the bacon wrapped tenderloins which were tender melt-in-your mouth good. Salads came with your choice of all fresh prepared dressings. I had the beer glazed pork chop with garlic mashed potatoes and asparagus. Terrific. Ended with hands-down best blueberry topped cheesecake with a sour cream topping. They have a full service bar. The wait staff is friendly and service is excellent.
4. Dairy Queen
Overall Ratings
2 based on 9 reviews
Reviewed By MBgolfnut - Minnesota
Service was pleasant and very good overall. Treat was great as usual. Only issue was that the burgers I ordered were poorly prepared and just sort of sloppily put together. I would probably still go back but only for the treats. In my opinion there are better options in town for a meal.
5. Charlie's On Prior
Overall Ratings
4 based on 128 reviews
Reviewed By williamnM6773GM - Savage, United States
Charlie's was recently totally upgraded and with the new look came a terrific and reasonably priced menu, friendly and helpful service, a choice of inside or (summer) outside venue, a great view of the lake, all well worth the drive. Don't be bashful about sharing dishes or making a meal out of appetizer selections, especially for lunch.Plug the address into your GPS the first time there since it's not the easiest location to find.
6. Minnehaha Cafe
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 93 reviews
Reviewed By ssteffl - prior Lake, Minnesota, USA
Overall the cafe is fair priced and service you would expect. My favorite breakfast/lunch I have is their special oatmeal they serve. It have many fixings in it and it is a mean in itself. Delish! Close to casino so you can get the smoke...MoreThanks for taking the time to review! It's great to hear you enjoy our oatmeal and all its fixings.
7. Mystic Steakhouse
Overall Ratings
4 based on 100 reviews
Savory steaks and the freshest seafood are on the menu at Mystic Lake Casino Hotel’s Mystic Steakhouse. Traditional steakhouse prices are not. Meat lovers will delight in the several mouth-watering steakhouse entrées, including filet mignon, New York strip, bone-in pork chop, brick-oven… chicken and roasted lamb chops. Seafood fans will savor offerings that include lobster tails, king crab legs, grilled Norwegian salmon and jumbo diver sea scallops. For those who don’t want to decide, combination plates offer the perfect portions from land and sea. Whatever you choose, complement your meal with a full-bodied Cabernet Sauvignon, an ice-cold beer, or an after-dinner cocktail. And don’t forget to save room for one of the many delectable desserts made in Mystic Lake’s own pastry kitchen, including Chocolate Decadence Mousse Torte, Almond Cheesecake and Tiramisù. Mystic Lake® is located 25 minutes south of Minneapolis in Prior Lake.
Reviewed By Glenn W - Minneapolis, Minnesota
Had dinner with my parents. Two of had the walleye while the other had a steak. The walleye was 2 big fillets but be careful they had fish bones. I'm guessing that the walleye was fresh harvested by netting. The steak was okay except too...MoreHi Glenn, thank you for taking the time to leave a review and feedback. We appreciate your comments and sharing your experience with everyone. Keep your eyes open for specials and deals for our Steakhouse and we hope to see you again soon!
8. Teresa's Mexican Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4 based on 78 reviews
Reviewed By poskoog - Flagstaff, Arizona
We had a wonderful time at Teresa's. The food was very generous and flavorful. The drinks were equally delicious. The six of us sat comfortable in a big booth and had great conversation along with an excellent meal.
9. The Pointe Grill and Bar
Overall Ratings
4 based on 50 reviews
GET TO THE POINTE!!! "South of the River's" new grill, bar & live music hotspot. We're conveniently located on Highway 13 South in beautiful Prior Lake. Newly remodeled restaurant and bar featuring a separate restaurant area, perfect for a great meal with family and friends! Large bar, VIP seating area, and dance floor for an amazing night out. And don't forget about our NEW 200in MONSTER SCREEN and numerous TV's throughout to watch all your favorite sporting events. Come check out our full new menu! Appetizers, fresh salads, house-made soups, hand pattied burgers, sandwiches, pizza, pasta, & our specialty skewers. We take pride in our food and it shows! The Pointe is the place to be for good food, great people, and fun times for everyone. Bring the kiddos in Sunday through Wednesday to take advantage of our FREE KIDS MEAL WITH THE PURCHASE OF AN ADULT ENTREE. Or enjoy a night out with LIVE MUSIC every weekend. And don't miss our great happy hour, drink & food specials every night. The Pointe is the place that truly has something for everyone! If you're in need of space for a large group or athletic team... Give us a call. We have the space to fit your needs! HOPE TO SEE YOU AT THE POINTE!!
Reviewed By Michelle L - Minneapolis, Minnesota
The menu is outstanding, you will find more that one favorite on the display of dining options. Very family friendly. Well decorated, many TVs, great sound system, super clean. Not enough staff to accommodate this large facility but it could have been due to someone out ill or another situation. The food is worth the wait.
10. The Buffet at Mystic Lake
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 184 reviews
Let's go fresh. From the moment you walk in you realize this is a whole new way to do buffet. With a nod to cuisine from around the globe, the flavors are fresh and authentic. And it's a visual feast too, with quality and detail in every presentation. In addition to the regular lunch and dinner offerings, bring your friends and your appetite to Friday Fish Fry & Steak night, Sunday Champagne Brunch featuring a build-your-own Bloody Mary bar, or the legendary Wednesday Seafood night. Who knew dining could be so much fun.
Reviewed By 137JenniferB137 - Winchester, Illinois
Went during a weekend away with the Family. We went on Saturday night and were somewhat disappointed. The food was ok but nothing specatacular. It was Prime Rib night and my party said that was very good but the other food was just average. On our first trip through some of the food was cold but better on the second trip through. The desserts were good as was the salad. Seemed like somewhat of a limited selection.
