25 Essential Oakdale Institutions
From neighborhood classics to high-wire tasting rooms, these are the places shaping the modern dining identity of Oakdale.
Taco Libre
Minnesota
Counter-serve eatery turning out Mexican street fare like tacos & tortas in a contemporary setting.
Randy's Gluten Free
Minnesota
Longtime pizza joint turning out wood-fired, stuffed & gluten-free pies, plus wings & sandwiches.
D-Spot
Minnesota
Low-key eatery serving spicy chicken wings in a wide variety of sauces, plus burgers & draft beer.
Rocco's Pizza
Oakdale, Minnesota
Low-key local pizzeria chain serving thin-crust, deep-dish & Chicago-style pies, plus wings.
Teriyaki Madness
Oakdale, Minnesota
Cheery counter-serve branch doling out rice & noodle bowls with Asian-style proteins & veggies.
Pizza Man
Oakdale, Minnesota
Enduring regional chain offering traditional pizzas in unpretentious environs.
Five Guys
Oakdale, Minnesota
Fast-food chain with made-to-order burgers, fries & hot dogs, plus free peanuts while you wait.
Cajun Crave
Oakdale, Minnesota
Service options: Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining. Accessibility.
Wild Boar Bar and Grill
Oakdale, Minnesota
Busy hangout with burgers & other bar foods, plus sports on many TVs, pool & live entertainment.
Sarpino's Pizzeria Oakdale
Oakdale, Minnesota
Pizza & casual Italian food from a no-frills counter-service chain that also offers delivery.
Shar'els Cafe
Oakdale, Minnesota
Service options: Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fireplace, Great coffee, Great tea selection, Serves local specialty. Popular for: Breakfast.
Dukes Pizza-Pub-Grill
Oakdale, Minnesota
Family-friendly eatery serving casual food such as sandwiches, wings & pizzas, plus happy hours.
Taco John's
Oakdale, Minnesota
Fast-food chain featuring Mexican-inspired tacos, burritos, nachos & breakfast fare.
IHOP
Oakdale, Minnesota
Long-standing chain serving a wide variety of pancakes & other American breakfast & diner fare.
Buffalo Wild Wings
Oakdale, Minnesota
Chain dishing up wings, tenders & burgers, plus sauces ranging from sweet to very spicy.
KFC
Oakdale, Minnesota
Restaurant chain known for its buckets of fried chicken, plus combo meals & sides.
Jade 88 Chinese Restaurant
Oakdale, Minnesota
Many regions of China are represented on the menu at this long-established spot with a lunch buffet.
Subway
Oakdale, Minnesota
Casual counter-serve chain for build-your-own sandwiches & salads, with health-conscious options.
Hy-Vee Market Grille
Oakdale, Minnesota
Casual spot with a varied American menu, a full bar with a large craft beer list & Sunday brunch.
McDonald's
Oakdale, Minnesota
Classic, long-running fast-food chain known for its burgers & fries.
Burger King
Oakdale, Minnesota
Well-known fast-food chain serving grilled burgers, fries & shakes.
Subway
Oakdale, Minnesota
Casual counter-serve chain for build-your-own sandwiches & salads, with health-conscious options.