Main Street Farmer Eatery

My husband and I came in and its so cozy and romantic inside. Quiet and the food is magnificent!! I will definitely be back soon. Our server was amazing as well. If you havent tried this place yet. You will not be disappointed. Its a adorable restaurant. ❤️

Every time their food is delicious and sets high standards for fresh and seasonal food. There is a low lit welcoming atmosphere, and the service is always quick and attentive. I only put 4 stars for atmosphere because it does get quite loud and can be hard to hear the waitress or others whom you are with. Overall, great date place or family get-together sit down restaurant. They do also have a bar area.

It's a really nice place. The food and service were great. I do recommend the French fries as they are golden brown and delicious. They were friends in beef tallow, which gave them amazing flavor. It was busy, but it didn't feel crowded as the dining room area had plenty of space between the tables.

I stopped in today on New Year’s eve, Paige was our server, she was amazing and very nice! Adrien brought us our food and was very attentive, he started conversations and asked us about our plans! Every time we come to this place we always have a good experience. It is one of my favorite spots!

First time to this restaurant and I don't know why l haven't been here before Totally worth the trek out to St Michael to this lovely farm to table restaurant We had the best server Devan- so friendly and knowledgeable and knew how to give the best service and divide the bill up between couples without us having to ask!!! The dinner was great- all 6 of us ordered different entrees and enjoyed them all Cocktails were great, I really enjoyed the little sippers, basically a tasting of 6 different ones! Dessert had few choices but the chocolate cake with the coffee ice cream was hit- !

Really neat place. Wide open atmosphere and a couple of places for more private seating. Nice looking bar and cocktails. Roomy and was not to loud. Wat staff very tentative. The menu has plenty to pick from. I had a Cuban sandwich it was good lots of flavor. And the fries were good too with this seasoned sour cream dipping sauce. Prices are a little high but a made from scratch kitchen I always say is worth it. And the service too. If your looking for a nice place to eat that's fresh and different check it out!

Stopped in for a late dinner...loved it! It was burger night, so we picked the specialty burgers and fries. The burger was fantastic, but the fries were off the charts! Beef tallow...WOW! They also had an old fashioned special that was perfect. Will be back. Dessert was great too. The servers were on top of everything even though it was close to closing.

The service and food are excellent. Clearly, it's a well-run establishment with fine attention to details. That said, the seating arrangements are horrid, specifically for a table of two. The seating we recently had offered zero privacy, as other guests were within 2 feet of us with no physical separation. We've been to the Farmer multiple times, and the atmosphere never lives up to the menu or service. I get it; the business has to make the most out of the floor plan available. It's unfortunate that it leads to continued poor experiences for the guests. The food and service reflect a "fine dining" experience, but the seating and overall atmosphere severely diminish those wonderful qualities.

Highly recommend this place! Happened to be in the area stopped in & tried this spot. Starters /Appetizers- Brussel sprouts and MSF fries. Main Dishes- Chimichurri skirt steak with fries Crispy American chicken dinner Arrabbiata rigatoni Cajun style surf & turf Deserts- Carmel apple Carrot cake Root Bear float Everything cooked perfect. Worth the drive for good food definitely will return even if it a lil drive. ( I always fail on pictures unfortunately)

The vibe in this place is still fabulous but I feel their prices don't match the quality of the dishes any longer. I know Covid really hurt restaurants in many different aspects... it's unfortunate. Their cocktails are still awesome but I just didn't love the chicken I ordered. It seemed to have a pre-made taste - like I got the last one of the night and it was dry/rubbery. Lacked flavor too. Bland. For the cost, it just was disappointing. Their menu needs an overhaul. I still haven't gotten over the removal of the schnitzel from their menu. It was so so good. Great, balanced dish.

This is our second visit and we are glad we went! The atmosphere inside is so nice, service was super friendly. We had the cucumber Collins drink, and it blew us away. Super good. We got the pierogi's and the fried chicken sandwich. Pierogis were so good. One complaint though is it said "prosciutto" in the description and there were literally 4 tiny cubes of prosciutto bits so that felt a little bit cheap. I also didn't expect them to be deep fried, but they were so good. We also shared the fried chicken sandwich which was super good, loved the chicken and the breading. I think it was missing the hot honey but it wasn't too much of a loss as everything else on it was so darn good. The biggest reason I have to knock it a star is that it is SO loud. It's a nice place, but it'd be hard to want to go for a date night because of the noise.

They do have a parking lot. We debated between two places close to each other. We ended up here. The happy hour menu was really fun and my favorite part. I did enjoy my bowl as well simple because I love beets. HH menu - Tennessee hot fried pickles ! Yes please. Duck bacon wantons - they are from maple leaf farms. Same as the state fair, and various other restaurants use them in the twin cities. Fries were mid. I got the Grain Bowl for dinner with salmon. It was okay. I loved the addition of beets but it was missing some flavor.

First time to this restaurant and I don't know why I haven't been here before Totally worth the trek out to St Michael to this lovely farm to table restaurant We had the best server Devan- so friendly and knowledgeable and knew how to give the best service and divide the bill up between couples without us having to ask!!! The dinner was great- all 6 of us ordered different entrees and enjoyed them all Cocktails were great, I really enjoyed the little sippers , basically a tasting of 6 different ones! Dessert had few choices but the chocolate cake with the coffee ice cream was hit- !

The prices are steep but it's worth it. They have festive and delicious cocktails, some of the best I've had. Their apps are extraordinary and so is the service. We shall return!

Incredible. Gem. Wow. Best carrot cake I've ever had. Smashing entrees. Haven't had better Brussels. Generous portion sizes. Bartenders are pros. Only tick they get are not having linen napkins, only because such great food and atmosphere require that final little touch. Still 5 out of 5.

Fun cocktails, great food. We just tried this recently and will definitely be back. The cocktail flight was a good way to try before deciding which to order

Had a great experience. The food was excellent along with the service. Limited menu but everything we had was tasty. The French dip was excellent with just enough horseradish sauce.

The best bacon cheese burger and fries we've had in a very long time. Burger cooked to perfection. Crisp toppings and large pieces of bacon. The fries are the best I've ever had. Fresh cut and cooked in beef tallow. I couldn't stop thinking about them on the hour long drive home. Shout out to our server Jarrod!! Only knock on the place would be the music. Dull mellow remakes of contemporary songs you'd hear on shows like Grey's Anatomy. The place has an old tractor out front and the word farmer in its name for Pete's sake. Should be playing some good Americana music. I'm sure you could find some to fit the modern bougie farmer vibe ;-)

I thought after so many years I should update my review of Main Street Farmer. We have eaten here infrequently since our first visit. It seems the menu has taken a little different direction, and I consider it for the better. I ordered the molasses glazed tri-tip w/ corn bread and coleslaw. It was very good! My wife had the Frenched chicken and she loved it. She said she would lick the plate if she could. The place was lively and fun. Our waitress was very friendly and attentive. I am upgrading my review, as this experience was much better.

Food was delicious but waiter was not friendly at all - had to ask for a container for my au jus since didn't finish my French dip and finally had to ask for our check - he made us feel like we were not good enough to eat there - prior visit we had a lovely waitress that was so accommodating! For the price need to have better customer service -

Main Street Farmer is one of the top spots in the Northwest outer Metro offering farm to table craft food and a great selection of drinks! The menu changes quarterly with specials peppering the menu frequently. Family favorites include: hot nashville and the chicken sandwich, various burgers, pressed chicken or flat iron steak. mushroom risotto, bourbon meatloaf, the fresh fish as well as some amazing salads and sides including brussel sprouts and some crazy good fries. They have two private rooms for 12-15 that separate from the main dining room and their bar is pretty awesome for a small city! Reservations are a must and always ask the staff to help if you are new they are great! Well done Main Street farmer... you make living in the burbs palatable.

Not sure why they're still marketing themselves like they don't get almost everything from US Foods - high price point for the same quality you can find at any new bar that serves truffle fries. Wouldn't recommend to anyone looking to really enjoy a night out.

We had never tried this place, we were actually on our way to Chipotle and decided to stop. They have a really decent mock tail lists which is impressive. Those of us that don't drink are often forgotten! They have a seasonal menu but what I ordered was so delicious Autumn Ancient Grain Bowl. The only complaint was we waited a significant amount of time bc our server forgot to put our order in. It was a gorgeous night and we were outside, so we were not upset. She was very apologetic. We only got an "I'm sorry", I would have hoped they would at least comp our mock tails.

An unexpected dinner on a very rainy Saturday in St Michael turned out to be one of the BEST meals I have had in a long time. Yes the food was phenomenal & our Server, Eric was as well! Party of three we each had a side salad, split the corn fritters. One Salmon entree and two pumpkin fettuccine (gluten & non gluten pasta available) We ate every single bit!! Topped it off by splitting the flourless chocolate torte with ice cream. Not your average flourless torte. WOW so good! It is a trek from my neighborhood but luckily I have a friend who lives nearby so I look forward to dining again!

Awesome restaurant all around! Never knew you'd find a spot like this in Saint Michael. Awesome decor, friendly and efficient staff, excellent drinks, delightful tastes in their dishes! Pleasantly surprised by the Main Street Farmer Eatery! Whether you sit inside, or outside on their Main Street patio you will appreciate their attention to detail in creating an excellent dining experience. One of my new favorites North of the metro. The flavors will linger in your mouth after the meal.

Our food and service were excellent. We came in from St. Paul for a movie that was showing at the theater in town. We chose this restaurant through yelp because of its great reviews. It did not disappoint. The food was great and so was the service. We sat near the kitchen and were able to see the manager and staff running things well. I would recommend this restaurant to anyone. I wish it were in my neighborhood in St. Paul!

The food was amazing. Service outstanding. They have excellent cocktails and really interesting choices on the menu as well as stuff for the less adventurous. We both had the top sirloin. Phenomenal. I'm not doing carbs much anymore so I had more vegetables and skipped on the mashed potatoes. My wife did have them with hers though, and gave me a bite and I might regret life decisions that are benefiting me lol. If I was to have any drawback, I would say that I believe their prices are a bit high however, I don't know what the market prices are that they're paying so it would be unfair for me to say unequivocally that they are too high. Their service is certainly excellent while they don't have a huge variety of choices of wine they do have excellent choices for the ones they do.

Update to notes below! I received a call from the owner today because of my last review and the email to the restaurant I felt was necessary last night when I got home from dinner. Concern, an explanation which I can totally understand but not at all dismissive or blaming anyone or anything! This is something that I think is sadly missing from business, in general, these days. I think this is also one of the reasons I have always liked this place so much...they care about what they do. Also part of what bothered me so much last night, just how out of character the last few visits have been. Something I believe in lately, perhaps more than ever, Understanding! These are trying times for a lot of people and we all need to be more understanding...I need to be more understanding...except for that tiny bun....I won't understand that! Glad I said something, glad they cared enough to reach out and I will honestly say I am looking forward to my next meal and bourbon manhattan. And I am looking forward to hopefully things getting back to some sort of normal and supporting places like this until they do! KT Lst nights review: I have to say, this has been a staple of what can be good in the burbs..away from the city but perhaps like 2020..the dumpster fire rages. Now, this is the ONLY place I have done take out from over the last 3 months...the whole Covid thing. Love the fact they have kept it going and are back up and doing things. Tonight though, a major disappointment which has been growing from the take out. My daughters birthday dinner. Reservation for the patio..when I show up, "no I have you inside..it will be 90 minutes for a patio seat". OK, that's my fault, your website Reservation thing is unclear or wrong? I selected PATIO!!!! Sure, but I can wait 90 minutes because of your mistake.... We get a table inside on a beautiful night...good gauq...great service, tasty cocktail. Dinner...hmmm, menu is not a home run but I figure I'll do a burger....by far, one of the worst good Restaurant burgers.. slider, tiny bun with a Craft single for the cheese...really...Is this Fridays? Daughters meatloaf was burnt, salad was literally a pile of bag lettuce with a delicious homemade Ranch...nothing else on a salad...just a hand full of bag lettuce?? Bun for my burger was cold, bacon...cold, burger was good but again, this was a slider, tiny bun and burger.. I am not sure if this is trying to make up for the whole shut down or just a downturn in the way they want to do business...They gave me 50% off my slider and shitty bag salad but I still think this was over-price, poorly performed and barely average! May be the last time. KT

This place as some of the best customer service I've ever experienced. We got here on Saturday morning right when it opened. There were people racing to get in here right at the opening time. This was a good sign to us. We we promptly seated. Our waiter seemed like he really cared about our experience. He gave off a"I own this place vibe," so we assume he was the business owner. He was very friendly and attentive to us. It felt like we were special guests. Now let's talk about the food. It was phenomenal. My boyfriend got the Benedict and I got the chicken mole chilaquiles. The breakfast potatoes that came with the Benedict were delicious. We ate them with the Tabasco Sriracha. The Benedict had great flavors, particularly the hollandaise sauce. I had the chicken mole chilaquiles and it was so beautifully presented that I felt bad digging into it. I had the eggs poached. This was probably one of the best chilaquiles I've ever had. I love nachos and I love breakfast so this is a great choice for me. The mole chicken, poached egg, avocado, pickled onions and roasted jalapenos were all delicious and played a flavor/texture symphony in my mouth. I highly recommend this dish.

Ohhhh how I want to say 5 stars and it's so very close. My husband calls my deduction petty, yet, I simply must say it... especially after reading the menu disclaimer about water on request to do their part for coservation... I need to see paper straws instead of plastic. That's as close to a negative as I have. Every staff member was on their game. The sage-berry fizz cocktail was to die for, or at least kill for. Sage, my absolute favorite... singing in my glass, with the tart berry tang. The jilted bride was lovely as well - nice and dry - almost like a bubbly gin & tonic, the botanicals popped in harmony with the citrus. App was a simple dish of chips and guacamole- heavy on the cilantro and lime. Nailed it - the salsa had a black bean note. It was burger Tuesday- that sold us on burgers. My husband had the lamb version, unexpectedly delicious- nice line of pink, tangy cheese... juicy and flavorful - BIGGER THAN THE BUN - yesss! As it should be... I went with the bacon and blue cheese - onion jam pushed it over the top. Perfectly cooked. Homemade fries served with a phenomenal aioli sauce - acid cut right through. By this point we are completely stuffed. We couldn't possibly eat another bite. So, we ordered dessert. Judge not! Blue cheese cheesecake with walnut brittle - wwwhhhaaatt? I don't have the words to express how amazing it was. None-to-sweet, complex - creamy, confusing, divine - and paired nicely with the sage drink I may have mentioned. I will be back.

This review is for their weekend Brunch. All in all, I was pleasantly surprised with the meal here. The Benedict was solid, with locally-sourced ingredients and a wonderfully salty pork component. My only complaint was that the eggs weren't runny, so it was a solid yellow interior. I expect the egg to run in my Benedict to add some moisture and flavor to each bite. It was not the case here. My wife had the Banana Foster French Toast. She really liked it, but it was a little too rich for my taste. A good brunch stop, although maybe not the top one in the metro, definitely worth a stop if you're in the St. Michael area.

Wow. They put thought into every detail of each dish. They balanced acidity with savory and salt with sweet. I honestly wasn't expecting the quality for the suburban location! AND THE BRUNCH MENU HAS LUNCH OPTIONS YESSSS THANK YOU! I ordered the Ram'N Acres Lamb Burger. It has a tart apple slaw on the bottom, and delicious melted Boursin cheese on top. They play off of each other to create a "saucy" element. The burger itself was dripping delicious juice onto my plate, but the bun never got soggy. The fries are salty crack. The Apple Cinnamon pancakes were something to behold. Stacked 5 high with layers of sliced apple between each cake! I also ordered a specialty cocktail (the whole backside of the menu is a creative cocktail list). I chose the 24 Karat Cake Cocktail which comes with gold on top. It's a small glass, but had all the kick you need! There is a parking lot. Overall, super impressed with the thought put into each plate and the balance they achieved with flavor!

The atmosphere is perfect for a relaxing night- the music is not loud, and the service is phenomenal! Our server last night was great. She was attentive, very detailed, and communicated all the deviation right from the start. They have some things on the menu that they cannot serve due to a shortage of staff/cooks- which is common nowadays and not a huge deal for us. The Old Fashioned is delicious. I asked to use specific bourbon, and our server accommodated my request. We will definitely go back!

The services was top notch and the food was wonderful!!! The salmon was so delicious I could have had 15 more, but I'm not a millionaire.

Food was good but it took 90plus minutes from sitting down to getting our food. The waitress explained the kitchen was slammed, but was just too long of a wait...

We had a reservation for 5pm and we placed other for appetizers and we dig get those fairly quickly. We did place order for our entrees and it was a little more of a wait considering they were not busy. Our food was cold which seemed odd since it was a longer wait. We've been here a few times and with the price of food not sure we will try.

It is always a highlight eating at Mainstreet Farmer. I have tried their fries which are perfectly cooked and seasoned,"and the chicken which is melt in your mouth. The service is always spot on and they really pay attention to detail. I cannot wait to go back.

Fantastic preparations of seasonal and locally sourced foods. Timely and knowledgeable service with excellent bar stock. Best Manhattan I've had in this area.

This was our first visit. I really expected to love this place after reading through all of the yelp reviews. It started off great with a wonderful cinnamon roll. Why is that Minnesota restaurants think it is OK to serve stale biscuits with their biscuits and gravy? It is so common here that I think they think is not only OK but is the prefered thing to do. It isn't! think this place has what it takes to get five star review from me but they didn't do it for me today. We started out with a cinnamon roll. It was one of the best that I have ever tasted. I had their biscuits and gravy. The gravy was served separately in a bowl. The eggs and potatoes were served on a bamboo cutting board. I guess that is the way they serve everything

My expectations were beyond exceeded. Both the food and service were immaculate. We were immediately seated at a table outside. Our server Maddy provided the best service we have received at a restaurant in a long time. She was very friendly and attentive. Her bright and happy attitude really showed how much she genuinely cared about our experience. I cannot commend her enough. The food was great and the portions were perfect. We can't wait to come back!

Excellent experience at Main Street Farmer Eatery! Had a reservation and we were promptly seated - took a couple of minutes for our waitress to come by, but based on how busy the place was still very quick. Ordered drinks - which were a bit over priced - but over all very good, so worth it. Had one issue with bar running out of jalapeños - manager immediate comped the beverage. The manager also stopped by to check on us (and every table) and ask how the food was. Overall I would highly recommend - this is a great local place for date night or if you are just in the mood for excellent food and service!

Eaten here a few different times based on others wanting to go. Nothing terribly impressive in my opinion, gimmicky recipes, smaller portions, high prices. A couple years ago my daughter and I dined outside on sidewalk and they had a different menu for indoor verses outdoor dining, I wanted pasta and they refused to serve outside. Lots of other better options in the area like River Inn & Big Bore BBQ. Will never be my choice to dine if it is up to me.

The manager reached out and apologized for the poor experience. He refunded the incorrect take out food and asked us to let him know when we will would like to try them again, and he promised a better experience. I have been there 2 other times and the service was excellent. I am going to assume this last visit was an outlier and go back. The food is awesome.

We sat outside on a Friday night. It was a little noisy. I might choose inside next time. We had a really good and friendly waitress who recommended I have the trout, which was the special that evening. I was pretty reluctant but ordered it and it was really good. I would have it again. My wife got the hamburger and it was one of the best hamburgers I've tasted in quite awhile. The Minneapolis newspaper recently had an article about the areas best hamburgers. I don't remember that this one was on the list, but it was great, and worth the 30 minute drive. The town, St. Michael, looked like it had some interesting things to poke around and do.

I wish you could leave separate ratings for food vs. service, because this place does food VERY WELL and their service needs to improve. Let me explain: Atmosphere is adorable. Space is huge and lots of natural light. There's adequate parking. 5 stars. The menu has a huge variety. Everything looks delicious. The food we ordered was delicious. The pork schnitzel is crisp yet juicy. Potatoes are the perfect spice. Cinnamon roll was awesome. 5 stars. The service is...ok. Our waitress was very nice. But I think I saw her twice during our entire time dining, and the restaurant was only half full. My friend had to ask for a coffee refill each time and had had an empty cup for at least 10 minutes. She never offered to refill our waters. I waited for 10 minutes after our meal came to see if she would come by so I could get ketchup but I never saw her. It looked like she was waiting on all the tables in the place by herself, yet the restaurant had many people working. It was extremely inefficient. So while the staff is nice, they were not attentive at all. 2 stars. I would like to try this place again because the food was so good. I do hope the attentiveness of the wait staff improves.

Recently tried MSFE for the first time based off of many good reviews. I think Covid and labor shortages are really hitting this restaurant hard (like all the others). Menu was limited and wasn't communicated to us ahead of our reservation. We decided on sharing a few appetizers which were both very good (Brussel sprouts and hot chicken tenders). Fries were super good, crispy and thin. I hope once things start to recover economically that MSFE is able to get back to normal operations and its full menu. Difficult review. Service was good. Food was really good. Limited menu was disappointing. Am leaving my rating based on the service and food we had!

First time here and it was nothing less than fantastic! The vibe of the place is great and the service was wonderful. The drinks were great and food top notch. We had the specials of the night, lamb shank and scallops. Both meals were savory and delicious. We look forward to coming back again.

The venue has a great vibe and the staff are wonderful and so nice. The food selection is more updated and hipster. The bar and bar staff are so fun and a great selection of mixology.

I am a fan! We came here for a birthday, and it was very tasty. Totally unexpected for St, Michael. A great place in a tiny town that will probably get me to visit again! Parking wasn't too bad, but the close spots were definitely busy. There is a nice lot on site. The decor was pretty cool. Some tables used church pews for seating. There was a nice, farm vibe with a tinge of boho style. Service could have been better. We ask for waters, and the waitress forgot. She also didn't come to grab our check until 15 minutes later. I had to bring our check to the hostess after 10 minutes to process it. ONTO THE FOOD: Hot Charred Brussel Sprouts (4/5): These were good. I am a big fan of brussels sprouts, and this definitely satisfied the craving. The Nashville hot sauce wasn't too hot with the sprouts, but we ordered it on the side just in case. It was a good idea, because then we had sauce on the side to dip fries in later. :) Pork Schnitzel (4/5): I ordered the Pork Schnitzel and was legitimately surprised at how good it was. Great, crisp breading, and it was easy to eat. Pretty large portion that probably could have been split between two people who eat lightly. The mashed potatoes with it were also super good. Pickled veg on the side was a nice touch. In conclusion, I would recommend this place if you find yourself in the St. Michael area!

We were really looking forward to coming to Mainstreet Farmer but felt a little disappointed .Service was good, and the food was not bad. Just nothing really exciting. I really wanted the polish plate, but was told they were not serving it that night because they had a large special event in another part of the restaurant. I ended up ordering the Italian Beef sandwich which did not have much flavor or heat. I may be spoiled though, as I am used to the Italian Beef sandwich from Tinnuci's in Newport. We will give it another try, as everyone else seems to think it is really Awesome!

The food was amazing, with outstanding service, and a polished environment with amazing ambiance. We had a semi-private table to reflect on an unexpected family loss, and the staff really made our visit comfortable. From the appetizer to desert we were taken care of by staff, management, and even a visit from the owner. I couldn't have asked for a better experience. This is a hidden gem that one really needs to take in first hand. Thank you for an excellent evening!!!

Love the seasonal menus! The summer one was my favorite so far. Very good food and great service.

A little pricey but amazing food and service! Perfect for a date night or a special occasion!

The food here is locally sourced, and so the menu changes. The fries they have are amazing, make sure to get an order of them... I recommend the Cuban sandwich if it's available. The staff is friendly and helpful, and I can't think of anything negative to say about the place. The environment is unique and interesting as well.

THIS restaurant is magical. They GET it. I recently went here for my first time for a company holiday dinner celebration and we brought in a grass-fed rib roast to be cooked. Chef Aaron blew our minds with the presentation, delivery, & flavor. We were overwhelmed with how good it was. The side dishes & desserts also tickled our palates and nourished our bellies. The ONLY thing that's a downside is that I don't live closer to it. PERFECT for those who live in the Becker/St.Cloud area and they DESERVE to have this kind of a gem who sources nourishing ingredients rather than the industrial fare that most have sadly settled for. I wish there was an option to give a higher rating. Every single one of the staff were so kind & friendly, the ambience was warm, open, & inviting, and did I mention who good the food was? And it was packed with people! I honestly will be going out of my way to make the hike out to this restaurant again. Cannot even come up with one negative thing.

For the serial bruncher, eggs Benedict, corned beef hash, banana foster French toast, seasonal omlettes, mini donuts, cinnamon rolls... need I say more? Brunch here is fantastic and quick to get in. Start of w bottomless mimosas? Yes! Or grab a Bloody Mary or other brunch imported cocktail. Great food!

Great food and atmosphere is great as well. It's nice not to have to drive to the cities to get a place like this