The Unassuming Restaurant In Minnesota That Serves The Best Pot Pies You'll Ever Taste
By Betsy Rathburn|Published September 07, 2017
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Betsy Rathburn
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Betsy is a Minneapolis-based writer who's lived in Minnesota for 20 years. If you know of any amazing Minnesota restaurants, nature areas, or other attractions, feel free to let her know about them at brathburn@onlyinyourstate.com or on Twitter @betsyrathburn.
Minnesotans are known for our love of comfort foods. That’s why our state dish is arguably the humble – yet delicious – tater tot hot dish. There are many more one-dish recipes that grace the tables at our potlucks: macaroni and cheese, wild rice soup, pot pies. It is the last of these that we’re here to talk about today. There is a restaurant in Minnesota that serves up amazing Minnesota-inspired comfort foods, including the best pot pies you’ll ever taste.
The Mason Jar can be found at 1565 Cliff Road in Eagan, Minnesota.
This unassuming restaurant is located in a busy shopping center —
not where you'd expect for such a tasty spot. But beyond the exterior, this restaurant has a lot to offer.
Step inside The Mason Jar, and you'll be greeted with an inviting dining area.
With big windows and cozy seating, this restaurant is an ideal spot for any meal of the day. The atmosphere is energetic, yet subdued. It's easy to have a conversation here. Those who enjoy unique decor will notice the 500 Mason jars hanging from the ceiling.
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If you want, you can start your meal off with a strong drink.
If you're in the mood for a little taste of home, what could be better than this Minnesota staple? It's served just like your mom used to make it, only better. The hot dish features beef, corn, cream of mushroom, and of course, tater tots. All of that is topped with melted cheese to make for a decadent — and delicious — meal.
But the Mason Jar is especially known for its pot pies. They have been featured as some of the best in Minnesota by local news media.
The star of the show is the 10,000 Lakes Pot Pie. This is a modern-day Minnesota classic. But what makes it so Minnesotan? The roasted chicken, corn, potatoes, and mushrooms are accompanied by wild rice. They're all baked together into a mouthwatering combination that is topped by a flaky crust. If you're determined to get the best taste of the restaurant, try this dish.
What do you think? Would you try out this unassuming restaurant? Do you have any other go-to spots to eat your favorite meals? Feel free to share down below.
