The Barn

I was born and raised in Brainerd, and The Barn was the first place I remember eating at with my Dad as a boy. The pie, the made rite, all amazing. So when I returned after moving away for college after 20 years, this was my first stop. Brainerd had changed so much, but my fond memories of the The Barn didn’t change one bit. The diner is small, quaint, feels like home. The smell of the food was amazing. Take a seat, order quickly, don’t be fussy. This is not a place to alter the menu, this place is meant to order what they have and be amazed. The staff, were friendly and quick. And the food came out even quicker. I ordered two of the made rites with tots. Then I had a apple pie slice for dessert. Done and done…I couldn’t have been happier. Memories, amazing food, simple execution of food and experience. This is what makes diners in America amazing. Food for the masses without bias. This is why The Barn to me, is the perfect diner.

Absolutely worth the drive or even if you live in town or nearby. I love coming to The Barn! I live in Alexandria, it for me to visit The Barn, is so totally worth the drive! The price is right for your meal. The pies are to die for. The owner is absolutely amazing and super nice. If your looking for a good place to go, go to The Barn and get you some really good food and pie.

Looks like a typical dinner. The food is well above average, great even. I had a grilled chicken breast sandwich and fries, coffee, and a slice of warm apple raspberry pie with a scope of vanilla icecream. The pie is the stand out. Would be 5 stars if they replaced the counters, bit dingy. Service makes up for it however, and I'll be back again. I got all that food and a smile on my face for $16.25.

We were passing through for a week at the cabin and we stopped by for pie. We had cherry pie and rhubarb pie, and it was some of the best pie we’ve had with good portions of ice cream. Very very kind owner and her daughter. We will definitely be visiting again when we pass through — highly recommend.