The Local 218 - Brainerd

There's a fantastic new restaurant in Baudette that is quickly becoming a favorite among locals. It's the best place to dine in Baudette proper. We tried the pretzel and deep fried pickle appetizers, both of which were delicious. The Cajun chicken Caesar wrap, prime rib, and burgers were outstanding choices for our main courses.

The prices were higher than the quality of the food. The decor was nice, but there were too many flies inside and the layout of the restaurant was awkward. Overall, don't try to act trendy when you're not!

The old fashioned drink was delicious. The service was outstanding. The food was tasty. Dining in for dinner, the price per person is between $30-$50. Perfect score of 5 for both food and service, while the atmosphere rated a 4.

The ambiance was alright, but the floors were a bit sticky and there were a lot of flies. Our server was very friendly and efficient. The kitchen was visible from the bathroom, as the doors were wide open. I saw a server use her bare hands to toss the salad before serving it to a customer, which was off-putting. I avoided eating my own salad because of it. Overall, we spent $100 as a family of four with two young boys, but it wasn't worth the price.

After making a reservation, we waited a full hour for a hamburger omelet. The waitress explained that 24 people before us had delayed the two cooks. We nearly decided to leave but decided to stay. By the way, the burger was excellent. In terms of service, we rated it a 1 out of 5. The atmosphere was a 2 out of 5. There was plenty of parking available, with the option for free parking in the lot. The meal was considered brunch and cost between $10-20 per person.