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All the Non-State Fair August Food News You Can Use

It's the summer's-winding-down edition of the Racket Restaurant Roundup.

August 30, 2024

Mad Dog 2020 Beer? Corn Dog Beer? White Russian Beer? These State Fair Drinks Almost Happened.

Developing new MN State Fair beers is a huge challenge and a ‘nuclear launch code level secret.’

The Best, Worst, and Most Middling New Foods of the 2024 Minnesota State Fair

This town's most discerning review crew is back with the only fair food takes you can trust.

Highly Anticipated Lynette Is Whatever You Want It To Be

From $4 beers to $45 ribeye, this Longfellow cafe gives you a variety of high-low options.

5 Things to Know About Beckett’s, Lyn-Lake’s Cool and Goofy New Sports Bar

Minnesota fans deserve a bar like this one that's fun enough to distract them from their woes.

August 13, 2024

Cosmic Coffee Is the Neighborhood Coffee Shop Every Neighborhood Deserves

Cute patio? Check. Four-dollar breakfast sandwiches? Check. Occasional outdoor hot dog service? Also check!

August 9, 2024