Best Authentic Restaurants in Albert Lea

Our server was Mandy. She was AMAZING!! She made sure we had an excellent time, and gave amazing service! We do not remember seeing it posted in the menu that the tip would be included on the bill. If it was there, it should be more visible, as to not be a surprise when the bill comes. That is not good business, nor good for your staff. Mandi’s tip would have been at least 25% (because she was so wonderful!) had it not been 18% on our bill. You really did her a disservice. The FLAT plates are beautiful, yet NOT something that food with any juice/liquid should be placed upon! When our meals were served, steak juice went all over me as the food runner placed the plate upon our table. Mandy was extremely apologetic and offered everything she could/within her power to make it right. It was ok, because she was NOT at fault… the owners were… poor decision to use flat plates!!!! The manager offered dry cleaning, but our flight home was the next day, so no dry cleaning could be done here. We were served free dessert. All-in-all, we had a wonderful time!! ALL of the staff was very friendly, and welcoming. We travel here often for both business and pleasure, and will be back! Our dinner guest was with Hilton management, and she was so impressed, that she will be bringing her clients to this location, as often as she can. We will most definitely ask for Mandy!

Our server Sam was fantastic. His recommendations for food and beverages was spot on and made our decisions fun. I had been once before and service was good but really glad Sam took care of us this time. My friend and I were celebrating 27 years of friendship and a night away from hubbies and kids and he surprised us with glasses of bubbly at the end! Loved our experience. A supervisor or manager dropped off one of our entrees as well. And Louise our busser was fantastic too. Definitely will recommend friends to come for a lovely and delish dinner! Lamb ragu was amazing! Endive salad superb! Trout a little salty maybe because of soy sauce? Beverages on point and many options! Thanks for a great night!

Absolutely fantastic meal… the service was great, loved speaking with Nick the Sommelier. Only disappointing factor was the restaurant did nothing to make our anniversary feel extra special.

Thank you for making my birthday a special one! I had a group of 8 booked for a birthday party. I requested the private room in back and they were able to accommodate right at the reservation time. Everyone was happy with the food and loved the experience. Very kind of them to also bring a dessert on the house for my birthday. Overall a great night and definitely recommend for your special occasions

The food was amazing. You expect the steaks to be great, (which they were) and the sides were incredible! It was my wife’s bday and they made it very special for her which I very much appreciated! Highly recommend for a special occasion- you will not be disappointed!