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566 Lilac St
Lino Lakes, MN 55014

Average Rating 4 (14 Ratings)

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  • Business Hours: Mon. 11:00 AM-9:00 PM, Tues. 11:00 AM-9:00 PM, Wed. 11:00 AM-9:00 PM, Thu. 11:00 AM-9:00 PM, Fri. 11:00 AM-9:00 PM, Sat. 4:00 PM-10:00 PM, Sun. Closed
  • Credit Cards Accepted: Cash, Credit Cards

The term ''red-blooded American'' takes on new meaning at this North Metro restaurant; rather than a cultural classification, it's the kind of cuisine you can expect. Plenty of thick steaks, rare or otherwise, and other American meaty favorites are served with all the trimmings in a slightly upscale roadhouse atmosphere -- think crystal and comfy seating mixed with taxidermy. Chops, seafood and chicken are available, but traditional steak cuts are the stars, with prices ranging from $24 for a New York Strip to $30 for a porterhouse or filet mignon. And diners who like their meals to have a wilder flavor will enjoy Red Oak's weekly game entree, which may be venison, pheasant or some other formerly feral fauna. Tasty appetizers and sides (like great hash browns) are as un-trendy as the rest of the menu, and a big selection of wines and cocktails is available from the friendly, old school barkeeps and servers. Walk-ins are welcome, but Lino Lakes isn't exactly just around the corner for most of us, so consider reservations. Also, make a note to ask about the scores of recording artist photos plastering the walls (the answer may surprise you). -- John Sharpe

14 Ratings and Reviews

  • Best Steak On Earth

    Review rating : 5out of 5   Scaroboy - 01/10/2009

    The only reason Red Oak isn't rated overall # 1 Best Steak House is because it's not in the "Big City" but rather off the beaten track up in the northern suburbs...don't waste your time drive north!

  • Good Food Great Times

    Review rating : 5out of 5   BigBMojo - 06/26/2008

    Had a realy good time at the red oak, food was great and the servers was nice. I have nothing but good things to say abot this place so go check it out for your self.

  • A Diamond in the Northwoods

    Review rating : 5out of 5   JThietje - 06/18/2008

    What an unexpected treasure. This restaurant not only has a quiet atmosphere, outstanding menu choices that are far from the usual--duck, boar--unique specials and excellent steas with a fair price. Tom Katt, is the owner and host and visits your table with the specials. This is a restaurant you will visit frquently because you can count on consistency.It's our favorite-Jan Thietje

  • Excellent

    Review rating : 5out of 5   mmjwendell - 06/14/2008

    Quiet, friendly, relaxing with great food. We have been there several times always a good experience and always something new on the menu!!

  • Consistently Great Place to Go

    Review rating : 5out of 5   TimsTimber - 06/14/2008

    We've been going to the Red Oak for several years, usually about three times a month. Love the food...all outstanding including steak, fish, porkchops, salads, potatoes, vegetables, rice, bread...everything. Enjoy both the dining area and the bar. We arrived late one weekday night when John (who has worked there as long as we've been going there) was literally just locking the doors. He saw us and welcomed us in. Assured us that it was no problem to open the kitchen back up and took care of us completely. It is by far our favorite place to go.

  • 50th anniversary party

    Review rating : 5out of 5   RGraff68 - 06/11/2008

    We had our 50th anniversary dinner here with 20 ofour friends and family members. When 22 people order off the menu it covers a good portion of the menu. Every person in our party extremely pleased with the complete dinner. Salad was excellent, vegetables were crisp,hot and flavorful. The steaks were done to perfection and the fish (walleye,salmon) was excellent. No one in our party had been there before except the two of us. Many commented that they were looking forward to returning

  • EXCELLENT

    Review rating : 5out of 5   Rcngchief11 - 06/11/2008

    I have been there several times and the meals and service have always been top shelf. I've been dinning at steakhouses and supper clubs for 40 years and feel this is as good as any. Some may have slightly (and I mean slightly) better grades of meat but the overall quality and service are great. his is a place that I have taken friends and business associates to and most have gone back again on their own

  • Loved it!

    Review rating : 5out of 5   wily0602 - 06/08/2008

    Pleasantly surprised when we walked in! Definately satisfied when we left! Our friends told us about the Red Oak. We are glad they did! The atmosphere is warm and invitinig. The staff exceptionally friendly and welcoming! The food was wonderful! We will be back!

  • good eats

    Review rating : 4out of 5   ichsehe9405 - 06/05/2008

    wonderful service,great atmosphere,and a excellent selection of wines and liquers. I had the Elk shish-kababs and it was fantastic. Finally a restaurant in the north metro that does seasonal cuisine!

  • Amazing Food and More

    Review rating : 5out of 5   raybay2531 - 05/23/2008

    Just ate here the other night and was one of the best meals I've had in a long time! I like the wild game specials that were offered and they lived up to their expectations. We enjoyed dining there and had a great staff taking care of us including the bartenders and servers. I will definitely be back soon and can't wait to enjoy a relaxing night out with friends and family here!

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