Battle Lake Businesses

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HEATHER KANTRUD | RESORTER PETS WELCOME: Lake Affects, which also houses Lake Dog Deli, has pet-friendly patio seating for those whose furry friends care to stop by for a dog-friendly treat.

Highway 210 community presents plethora of small businesses

By Heather Kantrud

Resorter

From eateries to shopping and everything in between, Battle Lake has something for everyone. In addition to the wonderful offerings listed below, the majority of which are located right on Lake Avenue, is an art gallery, art alley, pop-up shops, and a civil war museum. Enjoying the lake itself goes a step farther with the availability of water-related rentals and bait, all available right on the main drag.

HEATHER KANTRUD| RESORTER BEST BURGER IN MINNESOTA: The Rusty Nail burger and beer bar recently won bragging rights for offering the best burger in Minnesota in a March Madness style tournament bracket hosted by Minnesota Public Radio. With a number of offerings ranging from simple to unique, the Rusty Nail is certain to have something for everyone. Indoor and patio dining are available, with live music regularly on the agenda.

Stella’s Bistro & Wine Bar

This restaurant features pastas, sandwiches, salads and appetizers. They also offer a large wine and cocktail selection.

Stella’s is expanding! Stella’s Pizzeria and Pub, located next to the bistro and wine bar, will be opening this summer. Visit the pizzeria for pizza, drinks, live music and comedy!

Smackin’ Cakes

Visit Smackin’ Cakes inside the pizzeria or in the art alley for coffee, baked goods and cookie dough bar! cided to promote their town by brewing beer and telling stories about their community through their beers. The concept grew and they now offer a relaxed large indoor and outdoor venue serving Neapolitan-style wood-fired pizza and award-winning craft beer. Enjoy playing our outdoor games, listening to music and attending their classic car shows in Battle Lake.

Lake Affects

Lake Affects offers lake and cabin themed decor, gifts, games and apparel to add even more enjoyment to time spent at the lake. Creating and preserving that "at the lake" feeling is what they’re all about! Whether you prefer zipping around on a jet ski, reading in the hammock, or cruising on a pontoon, you are likely to find something at Lake Affects that expresses your unique love of the lake lifestyle. At Lake Affects, they’re "on lake time — all the time."

Lake Dog Deli

While at Lake Affects, plan on grabbing a bite at Lake Dog Deli, located in the lower level. You’ll find delicious made-to-order espresso drinks, fruit smoothies, and a great variety of sandwiches, salads, and unique baked goods. Stopping for breakfast

HEATHER KANTRUD| RESORTER BOATS ON THE CEILING: Nothing screams lake season like the Battle Lake Boathouse, with decor representative of a Minnesota summer and food fare enjoyed by all.

Espresso • Deli Food • Ice Cream Unique Gifts • Children’s Clothes & Toys Bath & Body • Clothing & Accesories Books • Cards and Paper Kitchen & Home

Open 7 Days a Week April 1 - May 31: 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. June 1 - Aug 31: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Sept 1 - Dec 31: 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. P: (218) 367-3340

101 West Main Street, Ottertail

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HEATHER KANTRUD| DAILY JOURNAL COMMUNITY PRIDE: Battle Lake businesses share a sense of community pride, with owners and staff supporting fellow local businesses on a regular basis. Josie Schmidt(left to right) and Charlotte from Battle Lake Boathouse, the Rusty Nail’s Zac and Brianna Lewis, Justin Flatgaard of ABC Brewing, and the Shoreline’s Mike Naumann chatted about business ideas and upcoming plans before posing together by the town’s namesake, Battle Lake.

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or lunch at Lake Dog Deli will be worth every second spent off the lake!

The business is pet friendly and what better way to meet all the dogs in lake country than to carry must haves for every lake dog and invite them to their dog-friendly patios! Your four-legged friend can find new toys and other gear at Lake Affects and then enjoy a “fidoccino,” only available at Lake Dog Deli!

Granny’s Pantry

Granny’s Pantry offers 24 flavors of their most popular ice cream flavors, homemade granny (waffle) cones, fudge, and Abdallah chocolates.

HEATHER KANTRUD | DAILY JOURNAL LONG-STANDING BUSINESSES: Granny’s Pantry is the second oldest business in Battle Lake, following the Shoreline, which holds the title as the community’s longest standing business.

The Lake Ave Cafe services breakfast and lunch from 8 a.m.-2 p.m. They pride themselves on their handcrafted food and offer daily specials.

Shoreline Restaurant

This offering is a family restaurant, bar and bowling center established and open since 1949. Situated in the heart of the lakes country in north-central Minnesota it boasts a million-dollar view of West Battle Lake where sunrises and sunsets are magical. It’s basically open every day of the year and features breakfast, lunch and dinner options all day. Their continuing focus is to deliver quality service and top-notch food at a great value.

Battle Lake Boathouse

Open year round, the Battle Lake Boathouse offers pizza, pasta, steak, seafood, beer, wine, a full bar and outdoor seating.

Rusty Nail

Offering traditional American food fare with a unique spin, the Rusty Nail holds the title of “Best Burger in Minnesota” according to Minnesota Public Radio. With a full bar and outdoor patio seating, the Rusty Nail regularly hosts live music and outdoor events such as street dances.

Stubs Dining & Saloon

Stubs Dining & Saloon is a premiere casual dining restaurant located in downtown Battle Lake. At Stubs, they offer a wide selection of high quality dishes.

The Market of Battle Lake

Offering kitchen and tableware, bath and body, home, kids, stationary, clothing and jewelry, The Market offers fun, unique novelty items for all ages.

HEATHER KANTRUD | DAILY JOURNAL NEXT DOOR NEIGHBORS: The Market of Battle Lake has a new neighbor in The Funky Farmhouse, which offers a variety of items, including some fun refurbished and repurposed projects.

HEATHER KANTRUD | DAILY JOURNAL SUMMERTIME STAPLE: Stub’s Dining & Saloon is now open after being closed for the winter months. With high quality offerings, it is a premiere casual dining location in Otter Tail County.

Neverwinter Clothing Co.

Located in the heart of lakes country, Neverwinter Clothing Co. has created a branded style perfect for those hot summer days and cool fall nights. You will love the superior quality and comfortable feel of their custom lake and state apparel.

Specializing in one-of-akind handcrafted and repurposed items, The Funky Farmhouse is new to downtown Battle Lake, located next to The Market of Battle Lake.

Kitchenware • Kids & Games • Home Accents Bath & Body • Specialty Groceries

Something for Everyone.... Including Yourself!

www.marketfergusfalls.com

120 S. Union Ave. Fergus Falls • 218-998-3663 122 S. Lake Ave. Battle Lake • 218-864-2555

Minnesota Lake Country 14-Hole Executive Golf Course

Choose from 5, 9, 10, 14, or 18 hole options fit your time or budget. Air conditioned loft & screened deck for your event. Driving Range | Practice Green | Party Club & Cart Rental | Beer, Pop and Pizza 4 miles east of Pelican Rapids on Hwy 108 Book Tee Times (218) 863-1531 • lidagreensgolf.biz