It seems every region of the United States has its dining traditions, such as Tex-Mex in the Southwest and all the deliciousness of Low Country cuisine in South Carolina and Georgia. In the Upper Midwest, a supper club represents the region’s quintessential dining experience: steaks, fish, chops, and strong, classic cocktails in an upscale-casual setting that smacks of the mid-20th century. Few spots exemplify this tradition as well as Wiederholt’s Supper Club, one of the best restaurants in Minnesota.
Wiederholt’s Supper Club, located between Miesville and Hastings, has been satisfying customers for nearly a century. In fact, this Dakota County institution attracts a clientele that travels from across the Twin Cities and throughout the state.
The wood paneling, chandeliers, and stone-fronted fireplaces scream classic Midwestern supper club. It gives off exactly the vibe you want when you sit down to dine.
Like many supper clubs, the bar at Wiederholt’s is a comfortable place to rub elbows with other customers while waiting for a table or to belly up for a meal.
And the bartenders, of course, are adept at making old fashioneds, Manhattans, and other classic cocktails. You’ll also find a solid selection of wines and beers.
Wiederholt’s, thankfully, maintains the Midwest tradition of offering a relish tray with its meals.
Which it appropriately serves with a basket containing a selection of crackers. Sesame stick, anyone?
Start the meal proper with a traditional supper club appetizer, like shrimp cocktail.
Then tuck into a juicy steak or a massive slab of prime rib.
Fear not, like any self-respecting supper club, Wiederholt’s offers a selection of seafood and fish, like walleye.
For dessert, tradition calls for an ice cream drink.
To see the Wiederholt's Supper Club menu, learn more about its history, see its business hours, or make reservations, visit the supper club’s website. Before dinner, take some time to explore Hastings, maybe pay a visit to Vermillion Falls or do some antiquing in the charming river town. In fact, why not book a stay in town and make a weekend of it?
Have you dined at this classic Minnesota supper club? If so, do you think Wiederholt's Supper Club is one of the best restaurants in Minnesota? What are some other historic restaurants that exemplify our region’s dining traditions? Let us know in the comments!
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