We had an awesome dinner with a group of friends at Reve 324 Bistro & Bar last weekend. Located in the historic Grand Garage on the corner of Main Street and Olive in downtown Stillwater, the ambiance is spectacular and in the summer you can also dine on the charming front patio now filled with trees festively lit for the season.
I was impressed with the great variety of items on the menu… ranging from delicious salads and appetizers to pizzas and sandwiches as well as full entrees. Often when a resturant has such broad offerings in a bar setting the food isn't as great as the setting… not so in this case! There were seven of us for dinner, and everyone raved about both their food and beverage selections… which included martinis and cosmos, Belgian beer and wine.
My husband had an award-winning burger with blue cheese topped with an egg… he is a burger connisseur and said it was fabulous. I have a weak spot for squash ravioli and order it often… this was the best I have ever eaten! Although delicious, most squash ravioli I have had is quite heavy in both the pasta and the sauce… not this one! I marveled at how light and delicious both were, and also appreciated the chunks of squash in the sauce.
We were there on a weekend night when they have live music. One of the musicians joked that I was from the Pioneer Press when I snapped a photo with them performing.
This is a great destination for a date night, but it doesn't stop there… I was blown away when I saw their children's menu! I don't think I have ever seen a children's menu before that included all our grandkid favorites… mac and cheese, buttered noodles, kid-size burger and grilled cheese sandwich!
Stillwater is always a great destination when you want to get out of the city but not go far… a perfect place to stroll the historic streets, visit the charming shops, art galleries, antique treasures and food offerings. Check out Reve 324 Bistro & Bar the next time you go… great food, historic ambiance… and did I mention we also had a fabulous waiter?!
Interested in living in a historic house in a small-town setting close to the metro? Check out homes for sale in Stillwater, MN… this historic riverfront town can hold an unexpected treasure trove! There are currently 110 homes for sale in Stillwater, 78 of them houses, 20 of them built before 1920.
Stillwater is a charming St. Croix River Valley town that started in the 1800's. It is often called the birthplace of Minnesota because the state charter was drafted here in 1843. Nestled along the river, the city is beautiful in all seasons and great care has been taken to preserve its historic buildings and parks. Midwest Living named it one of 100 Best Small-Town Getaways, with charming B & B's, unique shops and restaurants.
Sharlene Hensrud, RE/MAX Results – Email– Twin Cities Realtor
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