There's A Delicious Restaurant Hiding Inside This Old Minnesota Train Station That's Begging For A Visit
By Betsy Rathburn|Published March 14, 2022
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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.
There are many train-themed activities to do across the Land of 10,000 Lakes. If you’re looking for a train ride, try visiting the North Shore Scenic Railroad or the Minnesota Transportation Museum. If you’re interested in all things miniatures, you should check out the Twin City Model Railway Museum. If you’re looking to spend some time outdoors, check out End-O-Line Railroad Park. And if you’re just hungry – but still looking to enjoy all things locomotive – head to the restaurant we’d like to feature today. Read on below to learn more about Dining Car #423, a Fergus Falls Restaurant housed in a real railroad station.
Dining Car #423 is a restaurant in Fergus Falls, Minnesota. It’s found right in the town’s downtown area, next to the railroad tracks at the former Cascade Street Station of the Northern Pacific Railway Station.
Beginning in 2012, the owners restored the old 1920 train station to become a beautiful restaurant. Thanks to its long history as a place for both passengers and freight to travel across the state, it is even listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
When you visit, you’ll easily be able to see the influence of history here. The dining room is full of original details. The restaurant still holds the original ticket office, baggage area, passenger waiting rooms, and more. This place truly is a piece of history!
Of course, you won’t just be visiting to check out the restaurant’s history. This spot also serves up amazing food! There are many great choices on the menu. You may enjoy the wide menu of appetizers, including cheese curds, chicken wings, fried green tomatoes, and even deviled eggs. Yum!
For entrees, you can’t go wrong with just about anything on the menu. The restaurant serves up some tasty sandwiches, including burgers, gyros, and several different types of po’boy sandwiches.
Other options include chili, jambalaya, and even pizza. You’ll find a wide variety of options, making this a great spot when you aren’t yet sure what you’re hungry for.
The restaurant also has a large array of different beers and cocktails. You’ll love visiting this converted train station restaurant. Not only is it full of history. It’s also full of great flavor!
