Oasis Cafe

The most classic diner. I absolutely love this place! I’ve been coming here nearly my whole life. I visited for the first time in years yesterday and every bit was just as I remembered. Welcoming and kind staff, coffee cups that never run empty, delicious food, and a happy crowd! They’ve got all the classics done so well, love the pancakes and biscuits and gravy. But what makes this place so memorable to many of us is the manager/owner, trading jokes and stories, working so hard alongside his staff, bringing coffee to those waiting for tables. A special person at a special place, and a special fixture in the Stillwater community! 5 stars!

We enjoy the Stillwater area and usually eat at the restaurants downtown or by the river, but we found this little cafe a little bit further down 95 and we're so glad we did! Fast friendly service with really good food. We liked the old style cafe feel in the one room and got to choose to sit in the middle room with the great views of the beautiful area outside of the restaurant. It's located right across the street from the river. We'll definitely be back to try more food on our next trip in the area. *Update, we already came back and it was just as great as the first time!*

We have driven by this restaurant hundreds of times and had to try it. The service was not great but there was a stand out; the burger, they grind it themselves using brisket and chuck (I would add sirloin) then they add bacon and chunks of butter to elevate flavor! Really good!

Incredible well-known spot off hwy 95 with amazing breakfast options. The waffles, french toast, biscuits and gravy, and breakfast sandwich were all incredible. The atmosphere is welcoming, cozy, and snug as it should be. Bring your friends and your appetite! Don't be surprised if there is a wait but they do a great job getting everyone timely seated.

We are in line. They yelled at me. Told me to go to the host stand. I did. They yelled at me (a non white all white staff) and told me, no yelled, to go see the host stand outside. NO HOST WAS OUTSIDE. We stood and waited, searching for said host and said host stand (that apparently is NOT the host stand… that says host stand…). Then a WHITE couple walks inside, and they are greeted with a smile and sat right away… after I was just yelled at for being inside to put my name on the wait list. Then the host finally appeared. I told her what happened and she said “we’re busy”…. Does not excuse me being told to go inside to the host stand, me going inside the host stand, being yelled at that I’m not allowed inside the restaurant and need to stand outside, then a white couple walks inside and is promptly greeted (not told to go outside) and sat. I’m so confused and tired so tired of micro aggressions. I guess this is why only white people are working and sitting in this restaurant as I type my review looking in through the window because I was told to wait outside as I see numerous white people walk through the door and be seated within a minute. Non-white or mixed people or white people with children of color BEWARE!!!!! Edit: Upper my rating by one star because our server was great!! However, I stand by that the blond host needs an attitude adjustment. She should shadow him for as long as it takes, until she learns customer service skills. The hosts at the restaurant I work as a server at would never never throw out that racism and micro aggressions. She NEEDS training, stat! - from a HR customer and employee rights worker who also works part time as a server lots of things were wrong with her conduct and lack of professionalism.

Zeke is outstanding, pleasant and friendly. He also pays attention to details and his smile 😊 lights up a room. Before I could ask for extra napkins, there he was with a few! Way to go Z. You are an epitome of great customer service I had the MN melt with fries!! 😋

Best reuben sandwich I ever had!! And I admit I am picky. Perfectly toasted on the outside, but still soft on the inside. The perfect amount of sauerkraut and thousand island, all melty with the cheese. I probably made the server uncomfortable with how much I commented on this sandwich. 🤣 The fries were amazing too. Perfectly coated and crunchy with a nice tender potato center. I dipped them in their house made ranch dressing. I ate way more than usual. Had to be rolled out on a cart...jk Bring a friend so you have someone to share your joy with.

Cute little cafe. Cozy modern, nice service, and delicious food. Had the roast turkey sandwich on cranberry wild rice toast.

Great food, excellent service, in a pretty cool place. The patio was nice and dog-friendly.

The Oasis cafe is located ten minutes away from the bustling Stillwater downtown. This was a blessing as we got to arrive nice and hungry for what turned out to be the best brunch of our stay in Stillwater. Despite the evidently busy lunch hour, and without reservations, we were greeted and seated almost immediately. Service was super friendly and fast. I especially loved that then had lots of gluten free options including burger buns. I highly recommend visiting Oasis in Stillwater for their location, food and service.

I had high hopes based on reviews but food was not good. Maybe they do breakfast better, we had lunch and it was awful. I had a curry soup and half turkey sandwich which I assumed would be a cold deli style sandwich but it was hot, greasy with melted cheese. Yuck. My husband ordered a hamburger and bun was really soggy and he had to eat it with a fork. I'm sad because I usually love a diner but we won't be back. It was clean and people seemed nice.

Probably best breakfast in downtown Stillwater. Tasty, hearty, reasonable prices and friendly, efficient service.

The food was great. It was hot and fresh. Service was very good. Had no issues ordering, and the waitresses are very attentive. As far as the ambience, everything looked at super clean and well organized.

Stillwater has become THE weekend getaway for my partner and I, and we are always trying to find new spots! After driving by the Oasis Cafe a few too many times, we decided to swing in for brunch on a Sunday morning! Parking lot is dedicated to the cafe, which is unusual for the town and we found a spot fairly easily. Upon arrival, a hostess met us outside and almost immediately directed us to a table. The space itself is has very clear diner vibes and decoration. Service was WELL ABOVE our hopes and standards. A man, I assume was the owner, was frequently walking around checking on guests, bringing coffee IN MUGS to people waiting for a table outside, and even offered to pay for a nearby child's breakfast if he could win a game of tic tac toe. This type of care for your customers has very much become the exception and I hope Oasis keeps defying the stereotypes in this regard. Food was "elevated diner" food, and exceeded my expectations in terms of quality and quantity. We ordered a variety of items, and they were all delicious! Can't wait to come back and make this our brunch spot on future Stillwater trips!

Food and service was very good - it was very busy on a Sunday morning around 1030 so we sat at the bar in the back. Food was great, definitely generous portions for the cost. The Bloody Mary was disappointing - very flavorless and watered down. Also costs extra to add a beer on the side, which comes with the bloody at most places.

A fantastic find on a whim. Our experience here was so good! There was a bit of a wait for my husband and I on Saturday morning around 10:30 but not too bad, especially considering while waiting some servers brought everyone waters and also brought us coffee! What a great way to do business and keep customers happy while waiting. There's not much outdoor seating but we were thankful we could get a table outside. My veggie hash was a combo of flavors and veggies I've not typically seen for breakfasts. It had me sold on sweet potatoes but there was also squash and even bits of celery. It totally worked and was so savory and good. My husband had the corned beef hash with eggs and said it was one of the best breakfasts he's had. Take the time to stop here! It's not downtown Stillwater but it's nearby and totally worth it.

very good restraunt, campfire cakes are greAt! it only needs a specialty coffee menu. Loud envirpnment, butt great vintage style. I wish for no taxon tips and

I love this place; mainly for breakfast. Food and Service are exceptional. Parking can be a nightmare on weekends, but we usually go during the week, so not much of a problem. Waitresses/Waiters are so attentive. I like to bring my own coffee (I'm your typical "coffee snob") and they never balk at that. You won't be disappointed having breakfast out! Make the trip to this diner.

Have driven by so many times on the way to Stillwater and always comment that we should stop. Finally did for breakfast on a Saturday morning. This place is always busy for a good reason. Great service and great food. I was with someone who is very picky about hash browns being crispy. It's perhaps the only time I've actually seen him eat them all. They were perfect. The sausage in both dishes was tasty and the prices were a little better than going into the heart of Stillwater. Parking can look a little daunting but we were able to find a spot quickly. They also had a good selection for drinks from the bar, whether you want a Bloody Mary or Mimosa or just stop in after some shopping for a beverage. Will definitely go back.

This is the cutest little cafe ever! This reminds me of the diners I used to frequent when growing up in NY. Nothing better than a good diner and I'm not sure why it took me over a year to check out this adorable restaurant! I opted for the gluten free Rueben with fruit, hubby got the garlic mushroom burger and kiddo got the tater tots! It was absolutely delicious and the gluten bread was impressive! The wait staff is great and charming and there is a wrap around diner seating for parties of 1. You can even see into the kitchen if you get seated in the first part of the cafe. I can't wait to come back and try other menu items! And even bring my NY'er parents here when she comes and visits.

A charming diner with great atmosphere, especially the "regulars" pictures on the wall (what a tribute!). Henry was an amazing waiter. We asked for his recommendations & chose The Hangover & the Oasis Haystack. They were amazing! The hollandaise sauce is homemade & yummy. The hash browns were tasty & cooked crispy like we like them. Will definitely go there again!

Breakfast or lunch you have to stop here!! You almost miss it driving into Stillwater but you won't regret it. We go here a lot as a family, my son loves their pancakes! I had the Chipotle Burger this time, so much flavor with the correct amount of heat. Be prepared to wait if you come here on a weekend. They have a bar on the east side of the restaurant if your in the mood for an adult beverage or 2... The parking lot is small and fills up fast, there is on street parking but the road is busy so be careful. Definitely an Oasis from everyday life!

Bad food- even worse service! Try buying better quality food ingredients and hiring all new staff!

Good breakfast food in a nice area Service is usually very good and we have never had a bad experience there. The place has a great atmosphere but is a bit cramped (as it is usually very busy) Only complaint would be a lack of good gluten free options but thats just me :)

heading back from a weekend scout camp, my son and I decide to grab some breakfast. Oasis had good reviews, so we gave it a shot. we got there at 930. it was really busy, but we only had to wait about 10 minutes. I had my coffee within 3 minutes of being seated. very important after being around screaming kids all weekend. we ordered and the food came within 15 minutes. we spent the wait looking out at the St Croix River and just enjoying the scenery. I got the biscuits and gravy and my son got the 2&2 (2 pancakes and 2 eggs) with a side of bacon. everything was great. the pancakes were nice and fluffy, and the biscuits were exactly as you would expect. I felt the gravy could have used a tad more seasoning, but that might just be me. parking is a little tight, so if you come at a very busy time, you might need to park down the road a little and walk. it's not far though... less than 50 yards. overall, it was a great breakfast and a great value. the biscuits and gravy (comes with 2 eggs) was $10, the pancakes and eggs were $8, and the side of bacon was $3. very reasonable prices. the view was nice and the staff was friendly and very efficient.

Went for breakfast on a Friday morning. Service was quick. The space is nice. I had the chicken fried steak and it was great. Husband really liked the Mushroom Benedict. We will definitely go again.

I should have taken a picture before I started eating, but it looked and smelled so go I couldn't wait so this is only half of what you get. The hash browns had the perfect amount of crispy-ness, plenty of meat mixed in and the toast was a nice thick slice. This was my first visit, but it definitely won't be my last.

Oasis Cafe is a perfect breakfast diner. I love how cozy it feels tucked right into the rocks on the side of the hill. We showed up on MLK day around 10 and the place was packed yet there was hardly a wait. Coffee mugs are all different and cute. I ordered the avocado omelette. Food came out pretty quickly! I actually would've been ok to wait a little for the food just because the inside is such a vibe. The omelette was so flavorful I took a bite before taking a picture and writing this review just to be sure. The perfect day: eat at oasis and then walk through all the shops downtown stillwater!

Another delightful breakfast at this quaint little spot. They have some unique items on the menu and the service is always spot on. I had the mushroom eggs Benedict and would highly recommend it. Hubby had the hangover breakfast sandwich and it was delightful. Our server, Liz, was friendly and helpful...a delight.

This place is a fun place to go if you love the total package! The counter service, classic booths and tables give you plenty of seating options. The service is outstanding! We ordered breakfast for dinner and the kitchen had it on our table within ten minutes. I ordered the chicken fried steak. It was very tasty, and the gravy had great flavor. The sides that came with it certainly filled me up to the point I couldn't finish the hashbrowns. Overall, the menu is extensive and as the orders were being delivered to the other tables, it encouraged me to visit this place again. The Burgers looked HUGE! I shall return. A side note, the place is in a scenic location and has outside seating in warmer weather.

My wife and I were looking for a different place for a weekend brunch, so we drove out to Stillwater from St. Paul to try Oasis. A+ experience all around. The place was busy, but we only had to wait 5 minutes or so to be seated. It has that "local diner" feel, and from the discussions around us, there were plenty of regulars there. It took us forever to order, because everything on the menu sounded amazing. I had the "Oasis Haystack", which is a couple eggs over hash browns, cheese, onions, green pepper, and breakfast meats. The base could've been overwhelmingly greasy (I've had similar dishes that were) but it tasted fresh, and the breakfast meat was very nicely done (bacon, sausage, I think). My wife had the Chainsaw Chicken sandwich, and it was so huge I expected she'd be bringing home leftovers, but she gobbled it all up, and said it was the best fried chicken sammich she'd ever had. Prices were reasonable, and the view of the St. Croix from inside the restaurant was wonderful. This needs to become a regular weekend breakfast spot for us - there's a lot of menu left to try!

Our favourite spot for breakfast. I live in Stillwater, and sometimes me and my husband love to come to Oasis for a classical American rich breakfast. This place is always busy, but welcoming, with friendly service and delicious food; Oasis never failed us, it is always good. On the next day after our wedding party we had a relaxed breakfast with our friends at Oasis, it was great - lovely summer morning, outdoors, with our 2 small dogs sitting quietly under the table waiting for fall-offs.

Get the jalapeño burger and thank me later. Perfectly cooked with the right combination of hot from the pepper and sweet from the sauce. It's so good. One of the best burgers I've had locally.

Great food and friendly staff!!! Yummy bloody Marys too! ..................................................................................

Absolutely love this restaurant. Tucked away in the hills of Stillwater on the river, you cannot go wrong with breakfast or lunch. I do not know about dinner because I've never been here but I'm sure it's as good as the breakfast and lunches.A must come to restaurant.

Convenient parking Happy, friendly servers Great prices Fast service Delicious food What more can you ask for!? I will definitely be back. I HIGHLY recommend!

Excellent breakfast! Such a hidden gem in Stillwater. It's right as you come into town and is always busy. We love having breakfast there. On this visit we arrived right when they opened and there was a line through the parking lot! The staff did a quick job getting everyone seated and beverages right away. The kitchen was amazing because even though the whole place filled up at the same time we did not wait long for our order. We ordered the sausage scramble, Belgian waffles with blueberries and the Colorado haystack. All done perfectly! The food is delicious. I have never had a dish I didn't like. There is outdoor seating and lots of indoor seating. This is one of the few places in Stillwater that has a parking lot you do not have to pay to park.

This place is busy but the wait isn't bad at all. Just know they wait until your entire party is there before seating. It is an open kitchen so you can see what other diners are ordering if you're unsure on what to order. This place does charge 3.99% when using a credit card (new norm in MN). Parking lot isn't big and limited handicap parking spot (only 1 or MAYBE 2, not sure if there is more in the back). There are parking on the side of the road, just be careful crossing the street. Our server was very attentive and made sure my coffee cup was never empty. I highly recommend their smoked salmon benedict, my kids don't normally like trying anything new but they loved it! Would love to go back and try their biscuits and gravy. Their pancakes on the hand was just so so, a lot of people ordered it so maybe it just wasn't what I'm used to? To me it was more on the drier side and my daughter said hers had a chewy texture.

Very good food; great for kids. We showed up for lunch on the 4th of July and were seated right away, even on a busy day for Stillwater. We had quick service and the owner challenged each of our boys to a game of tic tac toe - winner buys lunch. Unfortunately he was pretty good and they all came to a draw. Oh well, the kids enjoyed their pancakes. Nice spot just across from the river, and plenty of seating for different sized parties.

Coolest little hole in the wall and the diner food is YUMMY! We split a breakfast sandwich and waffle - both delicious! Great service too!

Good food, fun for kids and families. Perfect for breakfast. It's always busy so be prepared to wait. Have fun!

If you want good food, this is the place. Great burgers, etc! If you want good service, I can't recommend this place at all. Rude hostess, and dismissive staff. I've had bad experiences there more than once, was hoping it was a one-off. Most recently I arrived about two minutes before my buddy (he was literally pulling into the parking lot) and asked to be seated for two or three guests (we had one "maybe" who would join us later). They refused to seat me until I knew about the third person, "we need all your party to be here." I won't repeat the whole conversation but I ended up finding spectacular service (with somewhat lower quality food) at a different restaurant in Stillwater. If I just wanted good food, I would make it myself; I go to a sit down place for good service. Do better oasis.

It annoys me that you blatantly tell your customers that they are going to pay your credit card fees when using a credit card. I understand the reason is to keep prices the same but if the food and service are excellent (which btw it is) then it's not going matter as much on price.

Got takeout from here during Covid. I got the Chainsaw chicken sandwich. It's a fried chicken sandwich breaded with Captain Crunch and Corn Flakes. I loved the texture of it. They said it would be done in 10 minutes but my drive there is a bit over 20 minutes. The chicken sandwich and fries were still crispy and warm when I got my food. I looooved it. The chicken was crispy on the outside and still juicy on the inside. I loved the battered fries. I can't wait to come back and try more things. It's worth the drive!

A lifetime destination I've driven hundreds of times, nestled between MN #95 and the St. Croix bluffs, the Oasis Cafe has always exuded charm as a place to dine. Now, a bucket list eatery, I stopped on a brisk grey day punctuated by snow flurries as spring struggled to break through. Entering, a 50s style diner, with charm undiminished, beckons. A small dining area, with a great view of the River, connects the sparkling rear bar/dining room, creating a great atmosphere before the menu appeared. I ordered the biscuits, gravy and two eggs easy over. The biscuits were dense and tasty, the gravy thin and biscuit 'soppable.' The Thunder Bay beer was a wonderful pairing. The server was friendly and attentive which completed a thoroughly enjoyable lunch.

The food was so good! My fiancé and I split a haystack and french toast. Absolutely delicious. However, the service was terrible. We experienced terrible service. Our server took our order, dropped off the food, and then dropped off the check 45 minutes later. They never checked to see how we were doing or refilled our waters. I'd understand if they were busy, but they were just hanging out at the server station. Other than that, food was great and cafe was cute. Just don't expect grade A service

Have had breakfast here and it was great! Went back for supper and was equally pleased! Big burger and crisp tasty fries! Seasoned just right. Also got the roast beef sandwich which had the twist of a biscuit rather than white slice of bread-much better this way. Great flavor and even the potatoes stood out

The food here is delicious and exactly what you would picture for a cute cafe/diner. Our server was very attentive and everything came out fast.

I work overnights. I wanted breakfast/dinner. I can have a beer, but I can't order a burger until 11 am, and the portions are smaller than I heard. Disappointing. Don't think I'll come back. I guess I'm just surprised in a 24 hr kinda of world & out was a total bummer.

Delicious food for a great price. I highly recommend the banana bread French toast and breakfast burrito for breakfast.

We stopped here twice as good reviews and always busy. The host (s) could not have been more rude or dismissive ! It takes a lot for my husband to say never again but this place is a definite never again .

Just absolutely love coming here. It gets really busy quickly, so get there early, or expect to wait a bit during breakfast time. Dinner time seems less busy. My breakfast favorites are the Mexian Haystack and the granny Smith sandwich. They usually have a quiche of the day too. If you get regular hot coffee, hope one day you will be graced with the "Big Hug Mug". They also offer a fairly full bar, so if that tickles your fancy, you are in luck. I have only been in once for dinner and and had the peanut chicken tacos and they were great. Definitely make a stop before heading in to DT Stillwater.

I got the hangover burger and it was amazing! The service was friendly and despite being busy, we got seated quickly. Their fries are delicious and I loved how crispy they were.

The Oasis Cafe was great! Food was great. Service was great. Ambiance was going back in time to a very efficient 50's diner. Place was packed, but they got people in and out very well. Food was really good. I think this was a gem. A high recommend on my list. I definitely go eat there again.

If you're looking for great food and service this is the place. The line out the door all year long is a testament to that. sit in the restaurant or down in the bar the service is great too. Good beer selections also.

We went for Saturday breakfast and it was fantastic! I'm not usually a toast person and even the multigrain was delicious. I had the Oasis haystack and strongly recommend it. The bar area seating was very hip and modern too.

I have lost count on how many times we have been here. Everything is amazing and the severs are personable and polite.

We love to stop at the Oasis Cafe for breakfast while in Stillwater. Our favorite breakfast spot with good coffee and a great food menu.