Dining at Mystic Lake: where to eat on property
Mystic Lake Casino Hotel has a mix of on-property dining from a formal steakhouse (Mystic Steakhouse) to casual all‑American options like Minnehaha Café, a sports-bar scene at Hop House, golf-course fare at The Meadows Bar & Grille, and sweets/coffee at Sweet Temptations. Hours vary by venue—check the individual restaurant hours and make reservations for Mystic Steakhouse or large weekend parties.
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On-property dining at a glance
Mystic Lake Casino Hotel offers several distinct dining venues covering steakhouse dinners, classic American breakfasts and lunches, pub and sports-bar fare, golf-course bites, and a dessert/cafe spot near the lobby.
Meals are billed à la carte; the property is not an all‑inclusive resort. Full breakfast is available for a surcharge, and some venues change hours on show nights or seasonally.
- Mystic Steakhouse — steak and seafood, dinner service
- Minnehaha Café — breakfast, lunch and dinner (open later on show nights)
- Hop House — sports bar with live music and many beers on tap
- The Meadows Bar & Grille — golf-course views, seasonal hours
- Sweet Temptations — ice cream, cookies and desserts
- Caribou Coffee and other fast-casual options on site
| Venue | Typical service |
|---|---|
| Mystic Steakhouse | Dinner |
| Minnehaha Café | Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner |
| Hop House | Bar, Live Music, Game Day |
Mystic Steakhouse — steak, seafood and a quieter dinner
Mystic Steakhouse is Mystic Lake’s on-site steakhouse offering hand-cut steaks, seafood and a curated wine list with seasonal ingredients. It is aimed at date nights and celebratory dinners.
Hours are Sunday–Thursday 5:00 p.m.–9:00 p.m. and Friday–Saturday 5:00 p.m.–10:00 p.m. Reservations are encouraged on weekends and concert or event nights.
- Cuisine: Contemporary American — steak and seafood
- Typical hours: Sun–Thu 5:00 p.m.–9:00 p.m.; Fri–Sat 5:00 p.m.–10:00 p.m.
- Dress code: casual (comfortable, everyday attire)
| What to know | Note |
|---|---|
| Reservations | Recommended on weekends and event nights |
| Dress | Casual attire appropriate |
| Best for | Dinner, special occasions |
Minnehaha Café — homestyle American favorites
Minnehaha Café serves homestyle breakfast dishes, build‑your‑own omelets, burgers and comfort-plate entrées. It also stays open later on show nights to serve guests attending the Mystic Showroom.
Official hours are Sunday–Thursday 7:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. and Friday & Saturday 7:00 a.m.–10:00 p.m., though another official landing page lists slightly different evening hours—check directly if you’re visiting on an event night.
- Menu highlights: omelets, big mouth burger, hot turkey sandwich, buttermilk fried chicken sandwich, salmon salad
- Phone (Minnehaha Café): 952-496-7126
- Good for: breakfast before golf or a post-show meal
| Service | Typical hours |
|---|---|
| Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner | Sun–Thu 7:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.; Fri–Sat 7:00 a.m.–10:00 p.m. |
| Show nights | Open later (check venue listings) |
| Phone | 952-496-7126 |
Hop House — sports bar, beers and live music
Hop House is the hotel’s sports-bar and live-music venue with large video walls, a stage for performers and a selection of VIP seating and bottle service for parties.
It offers more than 20 beers on tap and daily hours that extend late on weekends; weekday Happy Hour specials typically run 3:00 p.m.–5:00 p.m.
- Hours: Sun 11:00 a.m.–12:00 a.m.; Mon–Thu 2:00 p.m.–12:00 a.m.; Fri 2:00 p.m.–2:00 a.m.; Sat 11:00 a.m.–2:00 a.m.
- VIP/reservations: call 952-403-5377 for parties of 6+ or to reserve VIP rooms
- Good for: watching sports, late-night drinks and live music
| Feature | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| Large screens | Ideal for game-day viewing |
| Stage | Regular live music and events |
| VIP seating | Available by reservation for groups |
The Meadows Bar & Grille and other casual spots
The Meadows Bar & Grille sits beside The Meadows at Mystic Lake golf course and serves bar bites, burgers, salads and lunch/dinner with a patio for golf views. It operates seasonally and is closed in winter months.
Other casual options on property include Gambler’s Grille, Presto Pizza, a Caribou Coffee, and grab‑and‑go or dessert items at Sweet Temptations near the lobby.
- The Meadows Bar & Grille typical season hours: daily 11:30 a.m.–9:00 p.m. when open for the season
- The venue includes a patio for golf-course views and weekday Happy Hour specials
- Sweet Temptations serves ice cream, cupcakes and cookies daily 7:00 a.m.–10:00 p.m.
| Venue | When to choose it |
|---|---|
| The Meadows Bar & Grille | Casual lunch or post-round meal (seasonal) |
| Presto Pizza / Gambler’s Grille | Quick casual, pizza and pub fare |
| Sweet Temptations | Dessert, coffee and late-night treats |
Practical dining tips for your stay
Many venues change hours on show nights or seasonally. If you need a specific opening time (for example, on concert nights at the Mystic Showroom) call the restaurant or the hotel before you go.
Mystic Lake Casino Hotel is not an all‑inclusive property; meals are charged separately. Full breakfast is available for a surcharge (reported roughly in the USD 10–19 range) rather than being included with room rates.
- Reservations: recommended for Mystic Steakhouse and for large parties in Hop House; call the venue directly or the hotel's main lines for guidance
- Check hours: Minnehaha Café posts different evening hours on separate landing pages—confirm when you arrive or call ahead
- Accessibility and dietary needs: the hotel lists multiple dining venues but does not publish a full allergen menu online — contact staff on site for special requests
| What to check | How |
|---|---|
| Event-night hours | Call the restaurant or front desk |
| Reservations for groups | Use the venue phone numbers or hotel reservations |
| Breakfast cost | Available for a surcharge (not included with room rates) |
