25 Essential Detroit Lakes Institutions
From neighborhood classics to high-wire tasting rooms, these are the places shaping the modern dining identity of Detroit Lakes.
Pizza Hut
Minnesota
Popular delivery, carry-out & dine-in chain known for pizza, wings & pasta, plus sides & desserts.
The Fireside
Minnesota
Sophisticated institution offering upscale steakhouse dishes & cocktails, plus a waterfront patio.
Lakeside Tavern & Brewery
Minnesota
an everyday essential favorite for readers tracking Detroit Lakes's most persuasive restaurant rooms, anchored by a Beam Score of 72.6.
Godfather's Pizza
Detroit Lakes, Minnesota
Chain eatery specializing in thick-crust pizzas, also offering sides & desserts.
Pizza Ranch
Detroit Lakes, Minnesota
Service options: Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Great dessert. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining. Accessibility.
Long Bridge Bar, Grill & Marina
Detroit Lakes, Minnesota
Easygoing American classics with a full drink list & ample outdoor seating overlooking the water.
Roasted Pub and Eatery
Detroit Lakes, Minnesota
Service options: Outdoor seating, Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Great beer selection, Great cocktails, Great coffee.
Jimmy John's
Detroit Lakes, Minnesota
Counter-serve chain specializing in sub & club sandwiches, plus signature potato chips.
The 59er
Detroit Lakes, Minnesota
Basic motel with simple rooms, a gas station, convenience store & cafe serving diner classics.
KFC
Detroit Lakes, Minnesota
Restaurant chain known for its buckets of fried chicken, plus combo meals & sides.
Dairy Queen Grill & Chill
Detroit Lakes, Minnesota
Soft-serve ice cream & signature shakes top the menu at this classic burger & fries fast-food chain.
McDonald's
Detroit Lakes, Minnesota
Classic, long-running fast-food chain known for its burgers & fries.
Burger King
Detroit Lakes, Minnesota
Well-known fast-food chain serving grilled burgers, fries & shakes.
Chinese Dragon
Detroit Lakes, Minnesota
Longtime Chinese restaurant in a shopping center with familiar dishes served amid traditional decor.
Subway
Detroit Lakes, Minnesota
Casual counter-serve chain for build-your-own sandwiches & salads, with health-conscious options.
Richwood Grill
Detroit Lakes, Minnesota
Service options: Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Serves local specialty. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining. Accessibility.
China Buffet
Detroit Lakes, Minnesota
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible entrance, Wheelchair accessible parking lot, Wheelchair accessible restroom, Wheelchair accessible seating.
Subway
Detroit Lakes, Minnesota
Casual counter-serve chain for build-your-own sandwiches & salads, with health-conscious options.