Minot Monday and this post about Kroll’s Diner in Minot is made possible through a partnership with BeLOCAL Minot. BeLOCAL is a guide to living like a local. See other eateries listed here. All thoughts and opinions seen here are my own.
Happy Minot Monday! I thought it was high time I start adding some food profiles into our Minot Monday posts. When I move to a new place I like to explore eateries. So mixed in with tips on things to do and how to navigate life in Minot, I’ll start adding in some of my favorite places to eat. Today, because I’m a huge fan of diners and dives, I’m profiling Kroll’s Diner in Minot.
Where is Kroll’s Diner in Minot?
Kroll’s Diner is an adorable 50’s style diner that specializes in German and American food. It’s got a pretty chrome exterior and the inside is decked out with checkered floors, vinyl seats and neon lights. Kroll’s Diner in Minot is easy to get to. It’s just off of 20th Ave SE. From Broadway, you’ll drive all the way until 20th starts to turn by the Sierra Inn. By that point you’ll be looking right at Kroll’s.
Kneophla Soup
For nearly a week now, I’ve had a hankering for Kroll’s. It’s been cold (obviously, it’s winter in Minot), and temps have been fluctuating above freezing. Snow has melted a bit, leaving me damp and chilled to the bone. When I get cold like that I want a good, hot bowl of soup.
Particularly knoephla soup.
Kneophla soup is a German dish, and in my opinion Kroll’s has the best. Oh, wait. You don’t know what kneophla soup is? Let me enlighten you.
Kneophla soup is potato soup with little doughy dumplings in it. It’s broth is thick and creamy. If you are into doughy textures, you’ll love it. If that thought makes you gag, you better skip it.
Last night, we went out and I finally got the big bowl of kneophla soup I’ve been craving so long.
My Other Favorite Menu Items
Outside of the soup, I’m also a big fan of another German dish called, fleischkuekle. It’s meat wrapped in a pastry and fried. At Kroll’s Diner it comes with mashed potatoes and choice of side (obviously, I think you should get the kneophla.)
Besides that, I love the grilled cheese, any of their burgers, and anything off of the breakfast menu (which is served all day.)
Dessert
Lots of folks rave about the milkshakes, but I prefer their sundaes or root beer floats. Sometimes when the shake machine is really busy, the shakes can start to taste machine-y. (Just my opinion, like I said, most people love the shakes and malts.) Also, you should know the pastries and baked goods are top notch.
Last night when we were at Kroll’s Diner in Minot, they were busy and understaffed. However, the service was spectacular–especially when I mentioned that I was with a hungry (boarder line hangry) toddler. Guys, our food came our lightning fast. It was incredible.
Eating With Kids
Pro tip–if you’re with a hungry kid, take a look at their kids menu online and put that order in when you order drinks. Then you can get the littles settled and eating before your food comes and yours will still be hot when you are ready to eat. (Pssst–BeLOCAL has a list of places in town where kids eat FREE!)
Tips and Specials at Kroll’s Diner in Minot
If you really want to eat like a pro at Kroll’s Diner in Minot, take advantage of their specials and these tips.
- It’s a great and often overlooked breakfast spot.
- All items are available to go.
- Weekdays they offer a $5.99 lunch special, it’s really good value.
- Mondays are 2-for-1 milkshakes
- Wednesday is 2-for-1 root beer floats
- Sunday after 3pm is 2-for-1 root beer floats
Happy eating! For other Minot eateries, see the listings in BeLOCAL Minot.
