Nathan Johnson, 46.
There are nice amenities to this hotel, including a spa. The casino is attached, which is convenient for around-the-clock entertainment. Try The Winds restaurant for upscale dining and a very high quality experience. Let your story begin. 13 miles north of Pine City, the 563-room hotel is connected to Minnesota’s most-liked casino and is one of the largest hotels in Minnesota.
Vibrant downtown arts center. There is so much going on at this lively community arts center it is hard to know where to start. There's lots of original local art, music, classes, exhibits and so much more. Adjoining 3rd Avenue Gifts retails handcrafted gifts, home décor, jewelry and art by local artisans.
A breakfast lover’s dream. Big ‘ol pancakes and a wide-ranging menu where virtually evertyhing is homemade. BIPOC owned, Mia is the family matriarch.
Did someone say “fresh meat”? Minnesota may be famous for hotdish, but you wouldn’t know it here. Besides an array of mainstay southern side dishes, the menu consists of pulled pork, brisket, spare ribs, and smoked prime rib… all grilled fresh daily. This is a BIPOC owned establishment.
Noodles. Pho. Curry. Sushi. Thai lovers unite! Satisfy your cravings for authentic Thai food that go beyond just pad thai. This is a BIPOC, woman-owned business, that also serves fresh sushi and implements a few Chinese dishes.
Car service garage-themed sports bar. Think vintage gas pumps and signs. Enjoy the rooftop seating or eat in the sports bar to catch your favorite Vikings, Vixen, Wild, Whitecaps, Timberwolves, Lynx, United FC or Twins game.
Spicing up Pine City! This BIPOC owned authentic Mexican restaurant serves up warm, housemade chips and fresh salsa, sizzling fajitas, and a full palette of colorful maragaritas to get your night started right. Located in: Evergreen Square
Coffee. Espresso. Healthy Options. Bright and airy, rustic and cabin-y, this coffeeshop and eatery welcomes all and is quickly becoming a student den, with Minnesota’s fastest-growing college just two blocks away.
Well-equipped gym. This welcoming gym offers group classes, state-of-the-art machinery, and a community of friendly folks! Get in shape surrounded by a supportive staff and future friends.
Very welcoming to the LGBTQ crowd. They sell rainbow Pride logo shirts too, which are seen on a lot of folks around town. Proudly brewed local beer. Handcrafted microbrews, with a welcoming, family-friendly taproom. Stay and play cribbage or grab a beer to-go. Rotating food trucks and regular live music make this brewery destination hard to leave and easy to return to.
Casual vibe, downtown dive. LGBTQ-friendly dive bar with occasional drag shows, regular live music, and serving up the famous, thick and hand-patted “froggy burger”.
Discover stories of the fur trade. Regular events, including Queen Charlotte’s Birthday Ball, Festival of the Voyageur rendezvous, and Winter Frolic keep this place abuzz with activity yearround. Fabulous costumed guides help you feel like you’re alive during the period. Wear your leather belt, hat or moccasins and you’ll fit right in.
High quality community theater. Beautiful sets. Talented cast members. Draws from around the area. Staging semiannual productions, including a musical, the Heritage Players know just how to use their art form to enrich lives and appeal to the LGBTQ community.