Rachael enjoys a beer at this spy-themed spot serving bites and drinks. Prefer a cocktail? Order the Great Spytini, which is served James Bond style: shaken, not stirred. Another must-try is the Squeak-Easy Cheese Curds, golden fried nuggets of cheesy goodness topped with parsley and Parmesan.
Indulge your inner child at this whimsical restaurant whose highlights include over-the-top ice cream desserts, a working carousel and a dizzying array of animatronics (many of which owner Ken Balkin builds himself). For the ultimate treat, dig into the Grilled Pound Cake Hot Fudge Sundae.
Savor a feast for the senses at this theatrical restaurant housed inside a circus tent. Gaze upon contortionists, dancers and other performers while dining on a five-course meal. The show-inspired menu features tasty dishes, like Petite Kobe Beef served with an herbaceous New Zealand Lamb Shank.
In the mood for a side of ghostly spirits with your soul food? Then swing by this intimate eatery that draws diners with its Southern Cajun Creole cuisine — and reported paranormal activity. Keep an eye out for apparitions while dining on delicacies like crawfish pie and Plantation Puppies.
Selling about 1,000 pounds of beef each day, this restaurant is fit for hungry cowboys. Here you can feast on steaks, fried mushrooms, burgers and ribs. Finish the 72-ounce sirloin steak — plus a salad, a baked potato, shrimp cocktail and a buttered dinner roll — in under an hour and the meal is free.
Fuel up on both eats and excitement at Lumberjack Feud. Watch competitors tear through timber with chainsaws, shimmy up a 60-foot pole and more while you chow down on dinner. A succulent half-chicken, red potatoes, corn and a buttermilk biscuit form a hearty meal fit for a lumberjack, of course.
This eatery serves up spine-tingling thrills alongside its comfort food dishes with a twist. Dig into tasty eats like the Jekyll & Hyde Steakhouse Burger (it’s loaded with blue cheese, crispy bacon and a housemade steak sauce) while soaking up the spooky ambiance complete with creepy animatronics.
Visit this seaside spot for an unforgettable taste of Russia. A standout item is the crepes, which feature a decadent filling of moist chicken thighs, mushrooms, Marsala wine and a touch of heavy cream. Savor your meal while taking in the weekend show complete with Cossack dancers and acrobats.
Spark your taste buds — and your imagination — with a trip to this theme restaurant. Descend into a mazelike replica of a Japanese ninja village and prepare to dine on enticing eats ranging from sushi to steak. Watch out for the waiters, as they take on the role of sword-wielding ninjas here.
There is nothing subtle about this eatery that takes indulgence to insane heights — even by Sin City standards. The hospital-themed joint serves up monstrous portions of meat with items like its Quadruple Bypass Burger. This beast of a meal comes topped with chili and clocks in at 9,982 calories.
This unique restaurant brings new meaning to dinner on the go. Step aboard a 1950s train, where you can savor a hearty meal while soaking up beautiful sights during a trip through Big Sky Country. The star of the meal is the prime rib, which is slow-cooked at 200 degrees until succulent and tender.
Fill up on authentic Greek eats at this festive, family-run restaurant. Try the pastitsio for a decadent pasta with meat and bechamel sauce, or the saganaki, pan-fried kasseri cheese that is drizzled with brandy and flambeed tableside. Live music, dancing and breaking of plates keep the party going.
This spot offers a funky take on country club decor (there’s even mini golf) and a tongue-in-cheek menu to match. The cuisine is a mash-up of Mexican fare and Minnesota comfort food. A must-try is The Muffy, a deconstructed taco with 12-hour-braised pork, housemade jalapeno dressing and queso fresco.
Indulge in bratwurst, beer and other German classics at this eatery situated in “Little Bavaria.” A popular dish is the fried chicken, which is lightly fried and served piping hot by wait staff wearing festive dirndl and lederhosen costumes. Complete your visit with a stop at the glockenspiel clock.
Relive the glamour of the 1920s at Cuchi Cuchi, which features vintage decor and a menu with an international flair. One standout is the seafood avocado. For this dish, a peeled avocado is stuffed with a bright, fresh mixture of shrimp, scallops, tomatoes, onions and jalapenos, then served with slices of poached octopus and grilled lobster meat. Pair it with a muddled cocktail and let the party begin!
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