The One Amazing Minnesota Restaurant Where You Can Dine With Your Toes In The Sand

It may be winter in Minnesota, but sunshine is just around the corner. And with warm weather in Minnesota comes the activity that our state is truly the best at: lounging lakeside. But there's something even better than just going to the beach at one of our state's 10,000 lakes: going to a restaurant right on the beach. At Manhattan Beach Lodge in Crosslake, Minnesota, you can do just that. Here's what you have to look forward to this summer:

Manhattan Beach Lodge is located at 39051 County Road 66 in Crosslake, Minnesota.

Nestled right on the shores of Big Trout Lake, Manhattan Beach Lodge is so much more than a restaurant. It's also an excellent place for an overnight stay.

The restaurant's great food draws visitors from the pavement and the water alike. Boaters often cruise to this side of the lake for a good meal.

The indoor dining area is great when it's a little cooler - or a little too hot - with big windows and rustic touches.

But it is the outside dining area that you must visit.

Why? Because it's steps away from the sandy beach, which also comes complete with tables and chairs. Eat, then go enjoy the sandy beach!

As for food, Manhattan Beach Lodge will not disappoint you. Their menu is full of fresh flavors and timeless classics.

Much of it is perfect for beachy eating.

Overall, Manhattan Beach Lodge is an excellent place to grab a great meal.

It especially shines in warmer months, when its beachside location will let you eat with your toes curled in the sand.

Have you been to Manhattan Beach Lodge? What other spots are you looking forward to next summer? Let us know in the comments below.