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Axel's River Grille in Mendota is a four star American restaurant. Here's a place to get good food. It's known for its steak. Know before you go: this place features outdoor dining. Upon entering the restaurant, you'll find a family atmosphere. This restaurant is inexpensive. This place features brunch. This restaurant is good for groups.
Welcome to Axel's Fine DiningThese upscale classic style restaurants features exceptionally high quality American cuisine; steaks, chops, fish, pastas and salads served in a beautiful setting by experienced "guest friendly" staff. In addition to the general menu our chef prepares delicious features daily which are designed to tempt the most discerning diner. Bar service is traditional and creative. Guests often describe Axel's Restaurants as the "Cheers" of the Twin Cities area. Lunch and dinner are served daily, plus brunch on Sundays. Reservations are recommended.
3.0 of 5 stars.
If Axel's were anywhere but the Twin Cities, it would merit at least a four-star rating. However, because there are so many other great options around, Axel's just seems like another run-of-the-mill...
yelp.com - user review - 09/23/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
By far my favorite dinner destination in the Twin Cities. Gorgeous drive along the Mississippi river on Highway 13 to arrive. A rare classy combination of northern lodge and formal restaurant decor....
yelp.com - user review - 07/27/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I keep forgetting about this place. Probably because I burned myself out by coming all the time at the end of '05. I filmed in this area and also had a fantastic cast party here. They have great...
yelp.com - user review - 05/04/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Very good food. Not too kid friendly but the staff was helpful. I love the poop-overs and honey maple butter they give you to go with your main dish. We had the French dip, I don't usually eat much...
yelp.com - user review - 04/21/2009
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The waitress allowed us to split a lunch portion without extra charge, and also to split a drink 4 ways! And it was the best banana rum dacquiri ever. The food was awesome too, and we loved those popovers,...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/20/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
We were starving to death this morning and had no food in the house and kind of depressed - so we decided to splurge on the Axel's Sunday Brunch. We have come here many times for dinner or lunch - but...
yelp.com - user review - 02/08/2009
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My fiance and I went to Axels on our first date in the summer of 2006. We've recommended the restaurant to many friends and family and have taken all of our out of town guests there for dinner. After some...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/30/2008
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My fiance and I went to Axels on our first date in the summer of 2006. We've recommended the restaurant to many friends and family and have taken all of our out of town guests there for dinner. After some...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/30/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Back in the day, when I used to fly all across the country, this was my favorite spot to go in the Minneapolis area for a nice serving of pan-fried Minnesota walleye. As one goes further and further...
yelp.com - user review - 10/27/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Axel's is definitely a classic in itself. They definitely did a good job with the acoustics, making a wonderful place to to relax and have a conversation. I love the popovers that they give before...
yelp.com - user review - 09/28/2008
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My boyfriend and I have been to Axel's River Grille twice now and both times we have left very satisfied and happy with the experience. We were seated right away both times even though we didn't have...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/26/2008
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Easy to get to and a fun place to just drop in when driving around the twin cities. The food was good and service was excellent. We stopped in at lunch, was no wait. Looked like several business associates...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/25/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Delicious! I love this place, and have never had a bad experience. Wonderful food, great service. It's a little pricey, but it's worth every penny.
yelp.com - user review - 08/04/2008
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I went to Axel's on my birthday last year and had the most wonderful experience. Food was to die for - expecially the crab cakes!
citysearch.com - user review - 04/17/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This is a very solid restaurant. It's not haut cuisine, rather more meat and potatoes, but food is prepared with care and interest.Many years ago Axels was The Parker House, a classic supper club and...
yelp.com - user review - 02/13/2008
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We were at Axel's Sunday at noon with a party of 9. The experience was a pleasure from beginning to end. The hostess (manager?) couldn't have been more delightful. And our waitress was so friendly without...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/06/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Great place to eat. The overall ambiance of the building was very good. A little dark for my taste and definitely an older crowd, but it was distinctive which I appreciate. The food was out of...
yelp.com - user review - 07/26/2007
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Just back from Axel's in Mendota, where my wife and I went to celebrate her birthday. We had a gift certificate that my wife had given me a couple of months ago. Our waitress told us that Axel's would not...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/22/2007
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Just back from Axel's in Mendota, where my wife and I went to celebrate her birthday. We had a gift certificate that my wife had given me a couple of months ago. Our waitress told us that Axel's would not...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/22/2007
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Good food. Good service.Large portions are at hand here. Great appetizers. Good main dishes. Yuppie country club type atmosphere is a turn off. Could be a romantic place if they tried.
citysearch.com - user review - 06/19/2007
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Good food. Good service. Large portions are at hand here. Great appetizers. Good main dishes. Yuppie country club type atmosphere is a turn off. Could be a romantic place if they tried.
citysearch.com - user review - 06/19/2007
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When I was spending a lot of time in the Eagan MN area in 2001, I had a lot of trouble finding really good food. Someone put me onto Axel's - the place isn't easy to find for an out-of-towner, but well worth...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/19/2006
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I have been here 3 times. I will go again and again. The 'Bull Bites' are 'to die for'. So are the Matini'sI love the atmosphere. The service is excellent.It is spendy, but you get a wonderfull experience.I...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/11/2005
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I have been here 3 times. I will go again and again. The 'Bull Bites' are 'to die for'. So are the Matini's I love the atmosphere. The service is excellent. It is spendy, but you get a wonderfull experience. I...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/11/2005
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Took my girlfriend on a "Valentine's Date", my first visit ever to Axel's. We made reservations, got there plenty early for a "before dinner drink". Bartender wanted to see my ID, I'm 32, girlfriend 39, but he...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/11/2005
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Don't judge this book by the cover, although Axel's looks like just another restaurant on the outside it is really a treasure. I met some girlfriends for brunch and was impressed! The brunch menu was full of...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/08/2005
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We were a little disillusioned. We thought we read that there was a view from the patio. There is no view other than the mural and the parking lot, but the patio was still quite pleasant. Yes, the menu was...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/07/2003
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The ribs, salmon and walleye were all fantastic and generous. On Friday we got clam chowder that was absolutely excellent. The salmon portion was so huge it barely fit the platter and it was grilled to...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/31/2003
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This place gives you the feeling that you're eating somewhere that's historically significant, even though the Axel's name is relatively new. Formal and clubby at first glance, it seem less intimidating once...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/21/2003
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I love Axel's. There is a nice bar area and then there is another room off to the side for bigger parties. They have the best soup. Like on Tuesdays they have Cajun CHicken Soup and it should be sold in the...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/27/2002
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I love this restaurant because it offers a variety of mouthwatering meals (such as fish, seafood, steaks, chicken, sandwiches and more), which are moderately priced. The atmosphere is kind of dark and woodsy...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/26/2002
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Good food..even some excellent soups. If you go...pay with cash! On two seperate occasions while paying with credit card the card was charged more than the amount I charged for. The first time the lunch bill...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/05/2002
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We kept this wopnderful road house a secret for many years - well 2 or 3 - and then the word was out.Axel's boast great service, generous portions and fine drinks ,in cluding a great martini menu.The...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/24/2002
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We kept this wopnderful road house a secret for many years - well 2 or 3 - and then the word was out. Axel's boast great service, generous portions and fine drinks ,in cluding a great martini menu. The...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/24/2002
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The ambiance and service is top notch. A fun place for low light romance, or a bourbon and steak with friends.The hostess was very accommodating for choice of seating.
citysearch.com - user review - 07/12/2002
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The ambiance and service is top notch. A fun place for low light romance, or a bourbon and steak with friends. The hostess was very accommodating for choice of seating.
citysearch.com - user review - 07/12/2002
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Axel's River Grille is a casual fine dining establishment offering grilled steaks, chops, & seafood. As well as pastas, salads, and fresh in house made soups and desserts! Axel's offer THE best Walleye in...
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great food great atmoshpere...
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