Knob & Kettle Restaurant And Lounge

One of our favorite food stops in the Park Rapids/Itasca area (located right outside the park, it's a fabulous way to wrap up a day of fun). Great food, the kids love to play pool while my husband and I shoot darts, super friendly staff, and a really wonderfully home-cooked menu. The walleye and fries are go-to favorites, but the prime rib and the chicken are drool-worthy, too. Just cannot say enough good things.

Yeah, we came for lunch and dinner in the same day. It is that good. The owner was so nice, as well as the staff. Great ribs!

Truly a hidden gem in Northern MN. Most of the bars out here are just good enough to barely skate by, and you usually get food only because you already got beer. But here it is all about the food, and picking something out of their large selection of drinks. I have not found anything on the menu I don’t like yet. Also the staff are extremely friendly.

The prime was PERFECT! Just melted in the mouth and amazing flavor! We ALWAYS get the walleye bites to start....sooooo good.... and the tartar sauce(homemade) is to die for! Pictured with the prime was a special..... the shrimp was THE BEST I've ever had, did the spicy and it was just the right amount of heat. Everyone is super nice and will go the extra mile. Bring the kiddos, or sneak away for adult time, either way you'll be having a fun time and amazing food!! Very highly recommend taking a drive to enjoy everything! *Also have the best arcade game BIG BUCK HUNTER..... so even more fun???????? *

Great food amazing people!! This is our go to place for the best food and company in the entire area. We love the personal service and friendliness of the owners and all the folks working there. The smoked prime rib is so delicious and they have quality steaks and know exactly how to cook them. They have added for-sale now to make them a 1 stop on our way through. They have direct access on Hwy 71 with plenty of parking for trailers and on the trail for a great stop with a snowmobile or atv.