American restaurants

Ivy Grove Cafe

4.6 198 reviews Closed 101 W Main St, Spring Grove, MN 55974, United States

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Located in the heart of Spring Grove, Minnesota, Ivy Grove Cafe stands out as a charming, family-owned gem that has captured the hearts and taste buds of locals and travelers alike. Customers rave about the warm, welcoming atmosphere, enhanced by friendly service that makes everyone feel at home.

The menu showcases a delightful array of American classics, with standout dishes such as their hand-crafted burgers, zesty chili, and soul-soothing Wisconsin cheese soup. Roxi Thompson highlights the “wonderful hometown feel,” while John Kluth notes the impressive quality of the burgers and the enticing dinner specials available on Friday and Saturday nights. And don’t overlook the dessert options; many guests have spotted tantalizing pies that are a must-try!

Whether it’s the cozy ambiance or the genuine hospitality, Ivy Grove Cafe manages to create an intimate dining experience reminiscent of home-cooked meals. As Glenn Prochaska beautifully puts it, this is the place that makes you feel “like you are back home in your own kitchen.” Stop by for a taste of authentic Southeast Minnesota comfort food, where every meal tastes like a warm hug.

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Service options

Takeout
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Delivery

Highlights

Fast service
Great coffee
Great dessert

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Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Solo dining

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Restroom

Atmosphere

Casual
Cozy
Quiet

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Groups
Tourists

Note: Amenity details are aggregated from verified visits, the venue's website and Google. They may change without notice. We recommend confirming key details (pet policy, accessibility, reservations) directly with Ivy Grove Cafe before visiting.

Reviews for Ivy Grove Cafe

4.6

198 reviews

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Review highlights

Based on 198 reviews

Ivy Grove Cafe is widely appreciated for its warm, family-owned atmosphere and home-style American breakfast and lunch offerings. Customers frequently highlight the quality of handmade dishes such as burgers, chili, and soups—especially the Wisconsin cheese and vegetable beef varieties. The cafe’s cozy, welcoming environment and friendly service contribute to a comforting, hometown dining experience. Visitors also note the appeal of the menu’s thoughtful dinner specials and popular dessert options. While cash-only payment is something patrons should be aware of, the overall sentiment reflects satisfaction with both the food and the inviting, community-centered ambiance of Ivy Grove Cafe.

Roxi Thompson

Jul 24, 2025

Wonderful hometown Cafe with good food and friendly smiles. The chili was delicious!

John Kluth

Jul 17, 2025

Great burgers, chili was very good. You can tell burgers are hand made. Looking at the menu they excellent looking dinner specials Friday and Saturday. Service was friendly and excellent. They take cash, no CC or debit.

Glenn Prochaska

Jul 04, 2025

Family owned establishment. The food and atmosphere were pleasant surprise. The owner is a friendly guy. The grub, especially the Wisconsin cheese soup, was very satisfying. This place will make you feel like are back home in your own kitchen, maybe even better.

Connie Newgard

Jun 15, 2025

Authentic Southeast Minnesota food. This town is just plain beautiful with beautiful people and cozy hygge places for lunch and coffee.

Lee Weaver

May 21, 2025

Highly recommend this place. I was traveling from out of state and stopped in for an early lunch. I had the vegetable beef soup and grilled cheese. Both were wonderful. The service was on point! All the food I saw looked really good. I didn’t try any of the pies but it seemed like everyone in there was ordering a slice of one and they looked delicious. Very nice place to eat!

Laurie Schwoegler

May 10, 2025

Wonderful food, very reasonable prices,clean,and the friendliest restaurant I've ever been too! I will highly recommend this place to everyone I know.

Justin

Apr 30, 2025

Had breakfast there this morning. I ordered an omelette and my partner ordered a pancake, two eggs and two pieces of meat. The coffee was superior to any local eatery. The food was very good and reasonably priced. Pancakes were heavenly. Will definitely be back.

Sheila Iverson

Apr 25, 2025

Great price and homemade food. Excellent service. Very friendly.