Lake Elmo Inn
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In Short
Warm oak woodwork and white-linen tablecloths lend an air of refinement, but thousands of vintage salt-and-pepper shakers in display cases give a "grandma's house" feel to this inn, which has been around since 1881. Minnesotans serious about a smorgasbord come for a Sunday brunch complete with champagne, sticky buns, made-to-order eggs and omelettes and directions to buffet tables groaning with food. For dinners, there's American standards like spinach salads, lobster ravioli and Cajun pork chops.
User Reviews
Foodie13
May 05, 2009
I have dined at Lake Elmo Inn many times and love going back there as a special treat. I especially like the small touches they add in between courses as well as their amazing desserts. The atmosphere is quiet and perfect for a night out. I would recommend this restaurant for anyone looking to celebrate an occasion or for something a little more unique.
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Anonymous
December 23, 2008
We've been here several times for the brunch buffet. Set in an old inn in tiny lake Elmo, it is a fun, quaint experience. The food is fairly good for a buffet and it is fun to feel like you are stepping back in time. Fun for special occasions and a little on the expensive side, but good.
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mealaday
August 07, 2008
We went out to have a nice dinner so we piked Lake Elmo Inn, we thought we would treat ourselfs to a nice night out to start the week right. Should have went to Applebees and saved a hundred bucks.... The service was slow our server spent more time doing her side work cleaning her section and talking to the other server then taking care of her paying customers. by the time we were done eating they had the tables cloths off the empty tables,place looked like they wanted us out I am supprised they didnt start mopping floors. It was only 7:00 that to me is prime dinner hour, if that is the way it is on a Monday why do they open? Stay closed!!! That was our last trip the last few times have been cold food slow service and no value. We eat out all of the time. I have to tell you things better turn around there or they will no make it the name will only go so far. Talked with other people in my firm that said they have not been there in a long time for all of the same reasons. Far from the dining it was back when the Elmo Inn was good. If that is the way your going to run your place lower the prices change the menu and run it like most chains do. I would rather go to one of the resturants along 36 before I would return.
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Save Money:
A Tuesday buffet, from 11am to 2pm, offers a chef's entree, soup, salad, bread baskets and a dessert buffet. $11.45 adults, $5.75 children 11 and younger.
What to Drink:
If you're not up for a gut-stuffing brunch, try a house ale or cool martini at the Lake Elmo bar, where the scene is a bit more relaxed.
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Payment Methods:
American Express, Discover, Diners Club, Visa, MasterCard
Restaurant Special Features:
Romantic Dining, Brunch, Outdoor Dining, Online Reservations, Group Dining, Fireplace, Notable Wine List
Cuisine:
Smoking Permitted:
At the bar
