There are a handful of cinemas in the Land of 10,000 Lakes that also have restaurants, but few go quite as all-out as The Shire Bar and Grill in the River Cinema in East Grand Forks. In fact, this movie-themed restaurant in Minnesota is so unique that we think it’s worth taking a trip to the edge of the state to try.

River Cinema has long been a mainstay in East Grand Forks, Minnesota, a community that lies across the Red River from Grand Forks, North Dakota.
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But one twist that sets River Cinema apart from other movie multiplexes is its in-house restaurant: The Shire Bar and Grill.
Inspired by the Lord of the Rings but embracing all-things-movies, The Shire is a whimsical, cinema-themed restaurant that all film lovers should visit.
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The eatery’s décor consists of memorabilia, posters, artifacts, and references to films of all kinds.
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You can belly up to the bar in true auteur style and direct the production of your favorite cocktail.
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Gin-ny Weasley, anyone?
The menu is loaded with movie puns and references, but the results are all delicious.
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If you love drummies, you’ll want to pay particular attention to The Lord of the Wings.
My favorite is the Scarface - The Shire’s riff on a classic Cuban sandwich.
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So, bring your appetite for food and film - and prepare to have some fun!
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The Shire really is a place that movie enthusiasts will love. You’ll find more information on The Shire’s website, and be sure to check out The Shire Bar and Grill on Facebook for updates and specials. Since we’re encouraging you to travel all the way to the edge of the state to try The Shire, you may as well take in a movie, reserve a room, and make a weekend of it while you’re in East Grand Forks. You can even have your weekend breakfast at Bernie’s while you’re in town!

Have you tried The Shire Bar and Grill? Let us know what you thought – and whether you saw a movie, as well – in the comments.

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The Shire Bar & Grill, 211 Demers Ave, East Grand Forks, MN 56721, USA