Nov 12, 2021

Even when you’re out and about running errands, eating quality and nourishing lunch is important. A meal away from home is a treat, and knowing where to spend your time and money will make for a fantastic experience. Many local diners and restaurants in Grand Forks provide customers with the best in service and food daily. 

Here are our top five lunch spots in Grand Forks where you can find quality dining and a friendly atmosphere. 

Blue Moose Bar and Grill 

Lunch sandwich with chicken, egg, and cucumber
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The Blue Moose Bar and Grill makes simple taste delectable. Inspired by the storied past of great pioneers, settlers, and innovative frontiersmen, this restaurant delivers unique and tasty cuisine to your plate. The menu has everything from perfectly prepared walleye to fall-off-the-bone ribs. Besides hearty entrees, the Blue Moose Bar and Grill menu includes classics like filing salads with fresh and crunchy ingredients or flavorful soups sure to satisfy even the hungriest of folks. The friendly and inviting atmosphere, coupled with the dedicated staff, reinforce the pleasant dining experience you’ll have during your visit. 

We suggest you order one of their specialty items, which you’ll seldom find elsewhere. Begin your meal with a regional favorite, the walleye fingers. The fresh walleye fingers are lightly dusted in seasoned flour and parmesan cheese, then fried to crunchy, golden perfection. These golden treasures are served with tartar sauce and lemon for the ultimate zing. Next, order the flat-iron steak as an entree. The kitchen staff carefully prepares this 8-ounce cut of flat iron steak with a seasoned coffee rub that tenderizes the meat to perfection and infuses it with a robust flavor. 

As long as you don’t have a peanut allergy, top your meal off with a Moose Mud Pie. This Blue Moose classic features four layers of ice cream mounted into an Oreo-cookie crumb crust. Everything is topped with hot fudge, caramel, and whipped cream for a sweet and sticky experience. 

The Blue Moose Bar and Grill is easy to get to at 507 2nd St. NW, East Grand Forks. The establishment is currently open daily from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. for dine-in, takeout, and curbside delivery. For information on banquets or catering, fill out their online form or call 218-773-6516.

Darcy’s Cafe

Darcy’s Cafe offers the ultimate in feel-good dining for lunch. When you’re in a crunch and need good food fast, the restaurant delivers what you need every time. They serve breakfast all day long and will cure your craving for a home-cooked meal away from home. The menu includes traditional breakfast sandwiches, burgers, salads, and comfort food at its best. For something simply filling and delicious, opt for the Darcy Platter. It’s a burger with three crispy onion rings, a generous serving of fries or tots, and your choice of soup or chili. 

Darcy’s Cafe is at 1015 North Washington, North Dakota. Hours of operation are Monday through Friday from 6:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday from 7 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Also, the restaurant can help you fill your tummy when you’re in a rush. Simply call 701-775-4050 to place an order. 

Rhombus Guys Pizza

Rhombus Guys Pizza evolved from the minds of two teenagers with a dream of a smoothie stand and pizzas with a signature flavor. Now in operation for over a decade, this restaurant provides Grand Forks’ residents with delectable pizza during warm summer days and cold winter evenings. 

When you go, stick with one of the local favorites, the Deluxe. You choose your size of pizza, ranging from 8 inches to 18 inches. The pizza is topped with a generous amount of pepperoni, Canadian bacon, sausage, beef, bacon, black and green olives, marinara sauce, etc. 

Rhombus Guys Pizza is at 312 Kittson Avenue. Order pizza, or any other delicious item from their menu, during business hours. They’re open on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Sunday are from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. or Friday and Saturday from 11 a.m. to 12 a.m. For information or to place an order for pickup, call 701-787-7317.

Northside Cafe

The family-owned and -operated Northside Cafe is one of the largest restaurants in Grand Forks. They’ve been serving the Grand Forks community for over 14 years and have a reputation for offering some of the best home-cooking in the area. If you’re looking for a filling lunch that will keep you satisfied for the rest of the day and make you feel you ate in your grandma’s kitchen, this is the place to visit. 

They offer diner-like food made with love. Try the classic patty melt to feel like a kid sitting at the kitchen table again. Northside Cafe is at 3450 Gateway Drive and opens Monday through Friday from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday from 6 a.m. to 3 p.m. For information about their family-style breakfast buffet, call 701-738-8500.

The Vinyl Taco

The Vinyl Taco is the marriage of good food and splendid music in one joint. This quality restaurant serves fresh Mexican-style street food with beers, margaritas, and signature cocktails. The eclectic setting and relaxed atmosphere make this a favorite spot to grab lunch with friends. They make fresh tortillas daily and fill them with your choice of proteins, ranging from authentic barbacoa to carne asada or steak fajita. The menu also offers a vegetarian taco filled with creamed corn, black beans, pico, and serrano-avocado salsa. 

You’ll find the Vinyl Taco nestled in Suite #101 at 1970 S. Columbia Road. Hours of operation are Monday through Thursday from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. and Friday and Saturday from 11 a.m. to 12 a.m. The restaurant is closed on Sunday. For information, call 701-757-2300.

So there you have it. Rydell Cadillac of Grand Forks has just shared with you our list of the top five lunch spots in Grand Forks. When you’re cruising in your Cadillac with a grumbling belly and need some quality food quickly, visit one of these quality establishments for good food and great service. What do you think of our list? Did we miss one of your favorite lunch spots? If we did, let us know! Leave a message and we’ll be happy to add your ideas to our list.