On The Rocks - Grand View Lodge

4.4

200 Reviews

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 27, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 11 times today

Experiences are available.

Great for outdoor dining
Great for scenic views
Good for special occasions

In the winter, experience our heated igloos located right outside of the Northwood’s Pub! Enjoy appetizers and drinks while taking in the winter wonderland.

• Max of 6 people per igloo.
• Dress for the elements (heater/blankets provided).
• Sunday-Thursday $50 / Friday-Saturday $75 rental fee to reserve igloo (2-hour time slot).
• Day-of food service can be ordered from limited pub menu (takeout style only). Pre-Order large platters 24 hours advance.
• Beverage service is offered with buckets of beer, bottles of wine and server will stop by periodically.
**$1,000 cleaning fee for smoking inside igloo. All igloos are non-smoking

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Pub
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 12:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(218) 963-8756
Website
https://www.grandviewlodge.com/restaurants/on-the-rocks
Dress code
Casual Dress

Location
23521 Nokomis Ave, Nisswa, MN 56468-2711
Neighborhood
Nisswa
Parking details
Hotel Parking
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wine

Experiences

Weekend Igloo Rental
$75.00 per party
Multiple dates available
PLATTERS ARE ONLY AVAILABLE IF PRE-ORDERED 24 HOURS PRIOR TO ARRIVAL. 24-hour cancellation 2-hour time slots Max of 6 people per igloo. We will have a heater in the igloo and blankets will be provided. Please dress warm and according to the elements. Winter coats and boots are suggested. Beverage service is offered with buckets of beer, bottles of wine and server will stop by periodically. Limited pub menu available at time of reservation (takeout style only). Feel free to bring your own games or ask your server about our game choices. No outside food or beverages allowed. Smoke-free igloos including vaping and e-cigs. $1000 smoking fee will apply. Questions please call 218-963-8756
Weekday Igloo Rental
$50.00 per party
Multiple dates available
PLATTERS ARE ONLY AVAILABLE IF PRE-ORDERED 24 HOURS PRIOR TO ARRIVAL. 24-hour cancellation notice 2-hour time slots Max of 6 people per igloo. We will have a heater in the igloo and blankets will be provided. Please dress warm and according to the elements. Winter coats and boots are suggested. Limited pub menu available at time of reservation (takeout style only). Beverage service is offered with buckets of beer, bottles of wine and server will stop by periodically. Feel free to bring your own games or ask your server about our game choices. No outside food or beverages allowed. Smoke-free igloos including vaping and e-cigs. $1000 smoking fee will apply. Questions please call 218-963-8756

Giant Pretzel$24.00
Beer Cheese, Mustard Aioli
Chicken Wings$32.00
(24) Wings with Choice of Two Sauces: Dry Rub, Buffalo, Mango Habanero, or Jerk Served with Blue Cheese and Ranch
Charcuterie$30.00
Assorted Cured Meats, Cheeses, Marinated Vegetables, Grilled Baguette, Accoutrements
Chocolate Fondue$45.00
Assorted Fruit, Marshmallows, Pound Cake, Mini Donuts, Assorted Bars
Jucy Lucy Sliders$36.00
(9) Cheese-stuffed Mini Burgers, Caramelized Onions, Special Burger Sauce, Cornichon Pickle, House-baked Slider Buns

Entrees

GVL Smash Burger$16.00
Lettuce, Garden Tomatoes, Onion, Choice of Cheese, Toasted Brioche Bun Served with Chips or French Fries
Sunfish & Chips$23.00
Beer-battered Sunfish, Malt Vinegar, French Fries, Lemon Caper Remoulade, Cranberry Apple Slaw

Soups/Salad

Q’s Awesome Chili
- Cup$6.00
- Bowl$8.00
Soup of the Day
- Cup$6.00
- Bowl$8.00
Caesar Salad$10.00
Tender Romaine Hearts, Tomato, Chili Sage, Croutons, Parmesan Cheese, House-made Caesar Dressing
- Chicken$6.00
- Salmon$8.00

For the Kids

Chicken Tenders$9.00
Mac N Cheese$7.00

What 200 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.4

4.4 based on all time ratings

4.2Food
4.4Service
4.6Ambience
4.1Value

Noise • Moderate

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Central Minnesota
Most Booked

200 Reviews

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Kristine
New York City
4 reviews
3.0
4 reviews
Dined on December 3, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
It was ok. We preordered 4 platters. Our waitress was slow to arrive to take our drink order and brought the drinks and two food platters about 30 minutes into our arrival. She explained at that time, they had only one Charcuterie platter and 2 parties that ordered it. She asked did we really want it? We said she could give it to the other party. With preordering, I expected the Charcuterie platter to be served right away along with our drink order. It was a Monday night and they did not appear to be busy. My husband and I were hosting two other couples as a thank you. I wouldn’t choose that setting again for such an occasion based on our experience. I like the concept of the outdoor igloo. There was a a Christmas tree inside with white lights on the outside and comfortable seating. I got the impression the waitress was not happy about going out in the cold and needed help unzipping the door each time she came with food or drinks. A magnet closure might work better. Our heater kept things comfortable enough, but not cozy. The cocktail menu was difficult to read, blue writing on blue paper in dim light. We had Chicken wings, sliders, pizza and Chocolate fondue. The food was good. It is casual though, with plastic plates, silverware and cups. I don’t necessarily regret the experience, just would lower expectations if we return.
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Holly
VIP
Houston
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on November 29, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
A lot of menu items for the igloos had to be ordered 24 hrs in advance. Nothing in the reservation process indicated that — so we couldn’t get what we wanted. The reservation process needs to include information on what must be ordered 24 hours in advance. Other than that — igloos are pricey, but fun! Would do again.
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Kaitlin
Orlando
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on November 28, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Our waiter was fantastic! He told us he wasn’t the one to work in the igloos but he was great! He was funny and we had quick service. It was a little cold in the igloo which we expected but we had hoped the heater would be warmer than it was. We only had drinks while there but it was a fun experience and our waiter definitely did an amazing job with our service and keeping us entertained during our interactions!
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Pamela
Minneapolis
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 24, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The service was excellent!!! Food was great! The Igloo experience was amazing the seating was comfortable and lights gave a pleasant glow.
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SandraG
Minneapolis
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on January 15, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Loved the igloo idea but after an hour I was freezing! It was super cold out but maybe turning the heater on earlier would have helped? Eric was awesome and very attentive. My only complaint is the ketchup bottle in my igloo was empty and eating a burger and fries without it was kind of a bummer. I was also hoping for a discount on the igloo since I only made it an hour in -25 degree temps, but alas, that didn’t happen. I do understand though that I was taking a chance sitting in there on a very frigid day. All in all it was a unique experience
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PattiC
Minneapolis
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on December 4, 2023
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Seemed chillier inside compared to past 3 times we’ve rented the igloos. So not quite as comfortable. Missed the more comfy seating also for the 5th and 6th persons. Seemed there had been 2 love seats and 2 comfy chairs, and now there were one love seat, two comfy chairs, and two dining or conference room chairs. But good service, food and ambience!
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NicoleJ
Minneapolis
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on March 26, 2023
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
The igloo was cute and very different then the average restaurant, however the food was mediocre for the price. I also wasn’t made aware that it was $50 to rent the igloo, I thought it was a $50 deposit for saving our reservation. Too high of a price.
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ErinJ
Minneapolis
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 10, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
We were looking forward to this experience most when we booked our stay and it did not disappoint. There were games to choose from and our waitress was willing to share other things we should do while we were there. Definitely a dream come true and we can’t wait to do it again!
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OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on January 3, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Will be back!
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Trish
Minneapolis
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 1, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A fun way to celebrate the new year. The ambiance is absolutely beautiful and hope to make this a family tradition.
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FAQs

On The Rocks - Grand View Lodge is rated 4.4 stars by 200 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 27, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 11 times today

Experiences are available.

Google Map for On The Rocks - Grand View Lodge

23521 Nokomis Ave, Nisswa, MN 56468-2711

Dining areas

Additional information

Neighborhood
Nisswa
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 12:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Pub
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Hotel Parking
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wine

Website
https://www.grandviewlodge.com/restaurants/on-the-rocks
Phone number
(218) 963-8756

On The Rocks - Grand View Lodge

Make a reservation

Dining areas

Additional information

Weekend Igloo Rental

Weekday Igloo Rental

Pizza

Cheese$16.00

Pepperoni$18.00

Sausage$18.00

Meat Lovers$20.00

Supreme$22.00

Create Your Own$16.00

Breadsticks

Platters

Giant Pretzel$24.00

Chicken Wings$32.00

Charcuterie$30.00

Chocolate Fondue$45.00

Jucy Lucy Sliders$36.00

Entrees

GVL Smash Burger$16.00

Sunfish & Chips$23.00

Soups/Salad

Q’s Awesome Chili

Soup of the Day

Caesar Salad$10.00

For the Kids

Chicken Tenders$9.00

Mac N Cheese$7.00

Overall ratings and reviews

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