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From small town diners operated by the same family for over 40 years, to award-winning restaurants, family style buffets, barbecues, walleye dinners, homemade pies, ethnic foods, sushi, or steak houses – your choices are seemingly endless. The area is also home to mega-size grocers, small specialty food stores, neighborhood coffee shops and award winning caterers – so save your shopping until you arrive at your destination!

Hungry for a taste of the lakes? Check out our online cookbook of scrumptious recipes submitted by Brainerd Lakes Chamber members. New recipes are added on a monthly basis, so be sure to check back or a regular basis!

	Restaurants You’ll never go hungry with over 100 restaurants to choose from in the Lakes Area - many are known for specialty dishes and menu items. These unique takes on traditional favorites and secret recipes are foods that you won’t find anywhere else! When you spend the day on the lake, dock your boat one of our popular lakeside dining establishments. They will feed your appetite, but will keep you coming back for more!
	Candy & Ice Cream Shops The Brainerd Lakes Area is home to many specialty stores, including old-fashioned candy shops and ice cream parlors. Sweeten your time in the Lakes Area by sampling candy, premium chocolates and more at area businesses.
	Catering Ready for someone else to cook? The area is home to numerous restaurants that will cater your meal with exceptional service and mouth-watering food.
	Coffee Shops Sit back, relax, check your email and enjoy the ambiance of one of our local coffee shops. They’re serving up unique blends and beverages on a daily basis.
	Groceries & In-Store Delis You’ll find full service grocery and specialty stores with everything you need - from basic necessities to smoked or fresh fish, seafood, gourmet foods, cheeses, meats, fresh breads, deli items and more.
	Healthfood & Wellness Stores Specialty food stores are available for the health conscious including fresh spices, organic meats and produce, wild rice and gluten-free foods. Fresh farmers markets are available in Brainerd, Baxter, Crosslake and Pequot Lakes.