In Minnesota, golf is a revered seasonal sport, and the award-winning courses at Grand View Lodge are the ultimate Midwest destinations for enthusiasts of the game. Lush greens are accented by the surrounding tranquil forest landscape, and the restaurants located at these courses are led by exceptionally talented food and beverage teams. The Pines and The Preserve are quintessential places for hitting the links with friends and family, offering them the opportunity to create memories on the courses and around the dining tables.
The restaurants at The Pines and The Preserve have menus that are flush with consistently flavorsome dishes; a high percentage of them are created with fresh, locally sourced ingredients. The delicious food combined with professional service and an abundance of warm hospitality leaves guests feeling satiated and welcomed.
Meet the chef: Executive Chef Justin Grecco aims for, and has reached, elevated levels of culinary distinction over his many years of working in kitchens in the Midwest. He has been with Cote Hospitality since May 2024, and in that short amount of time he has elevated and refreshed the Grand View Lodge restaurant menus, keeping some favorite dishes, while also adding an array of new sweet and savory fare.
The Smoke House at The Preserve, Freddy's Sports Grill at The Pines, and Birdies Pub (also at The Pines) harmoniously blend two prized pastimes: golf and eating. The ample menus offer from scratch dishes and full-service bars with creative cocktails, wine, beer, and numerous spirit-free options. Whether you are looking for a snack or a full meal, Smokehouse, Freddy's Sports Grill, and Birdie's Pub have you covered. The vast array of choices spans from sit-down meals to "grab and go" handheld foods and beverages.
The Preserve Smokehouse - a Golf Course Restaurant
The Preserve Smokehouse is located at The Preserve Golf Course, approximately a 10-minute drive from Grand View Lodge. Puffs of smoke can be seen billowing skyward from the smokestack as guests arrive, beckoning visitors into the building that houses the restaurant and pro shop. The alluring aroma of the expertly slow-smoked, authentic BBQ is present as soon as you enter, leaving no doubt that you should follow your nose and bring your appetite. Chef/GM/Pit Master Ricky Herzog is at the helm of the smoker and has the cook times and temperatures, rest times, and crave-worthy flavors of his Texas pit-style BBQ down to a mouthwatering science. The spacious restaurant has large interior windows and a generously sized outdoor patio that frames the expansive views of the impeccably manicured garden area and the award-winning course.
Chefs Choices
A platter of dry rubbed applewood smoked baby back ribs and mesquite & hickory smoked brisket, served with sides of pickles, a mouthwatering smoked mac &cheese made with cavatappi noodles tossed in a rich, comforting white cheddar sauce, brisket-baked beans that have a hint of bourbon, cornbread, and honey maple butter. The garnish is an original recipe created by chef Ricky; it is a blend of habanero pickles and his grandma's sweet pickle recipe.
Also pictured: Brisket burnt ends
Cocktails
Summer Mule: Tito's vodka, Tattersall blueberry, lime, and mint
Rosemary Grapefruit Margarita: Don Julio resposado, rosemary, grapefruit
Smoked Old Fashioned: Michter's Bourbon, orange bitters, filthy cherry
Freddy's Sports Grill - a Golf Course Restaurant
Located on The Pines Golf Course, Freddy's is open year-round and has a quintessential golf lodge restaurant feel. It is approximately a 2-minute drive or an easy 10-minute walk from the main Grand View Lodge property. As with the preserve, the pro shop and restaurant are housed in the same building. There is a full food and bar menu as well as a chalkboard hanging in the restaurant area with daily specials. There is a wall lined with historic Grand View Lodge photos that is great for perusing. There are two golf simulators onsite for off-season use. They can be reserved by clicking here.
Chef's Choices
Blazing burger with fries: Fresh Jalapeños, Pepper Jack Cheese, Chipotle Ranch, Hydro Romaine Lettuce, GVL Garden Tomato, Shaved Onions, House-baked Bun
Freddy's Clubhouse is made with Hydro Romaine Lettuce, GVL Garden Tomato, Nueske's© Bacon, Avocado, Sliced Cheddar Cheese, Thick-cut Toasted Sourdough, and Mayo
Grand View Wings (bone-in) with Buffalo Sauce
Cocktail
Azalea: Smirnoff vodka, pineapple juice, lemonade, and Grenadine
Breakfast at Freddy's Sports Grill - a Golf Course Restaurant
The breakfast sandwich made with an Everything bagel©, folded egg, thick-cut bacon, and American cheese (this sandwich is a fantastic and affordable breakfast option, priced at only $6!)
The scramble, which includes two eggs, hash browns, bacon or sausage links, and toast.
The food menu also includes codes for Gluten Friendly (GF), Dairy Free (DF), and Vegetarian (V) dishes.
Birdies Pub - a Golf Course Restaurant
Birdies Pub is located at the Pines golf course. The green hued pub, aptly adorned with an image of a bird, is situated at the bottom of the turn to Marsh 9. When hunger or thirst strikes on the course, Birdies Pub is the perfect spot for players to meander to for sustenance. Guests can settle in at one of the bright yellow tables while sipping and/or noshing, or they can take their snacks to go. The On The Turn menu includes fresh smash burgers, the famous Nathan's Hot Dogs, a plethora of grab-and-go goodies, ice cold beer, cocktails, sodas, and other spirit free beverages. There is a big screen TV streaming golf related media also hanging in the pub.
Chef's Choice
Cold beer, Nathan's hot dog, and Fritos
The Smokehouse and Birdies Pub are seasonal restaurants. Check the website for details regarding dates of operation.
For an overview of the individual courses or to tee up your next Grandview Lodge golf adventure, click here
Please refer to the website for more information regarding seasonal hours for the above restaurants