Near the tiny town of Rapidan, Minnesota, there is a dam blocking the Blue Earth River. A small establishment that was converted from a house rests in a little neighborhood next to the dam. The simply named Dam Store is a combined restaurant, bait shop, and glimpse into an all but forgotten past.
Any person who walks into the Dam Store can tell that there is something unique about it. They enter through an old white door screaming for the attention of an oil can. Immediately beyond the threshold, they find themselves in the main dining area. The first thing that catches their attention is the vivid red and silver jukebox standing large and proud and ready to play music older than the average customer. Next, they notice the red vinyl stools …show more content…
Jenny is a woman of average height and above average kindness. In addition to waiting on customers in the diner almost every day, she single-handedly makes every one of the delicious pies that the Dam Store is famous for. David tends to stay behind the scenes, but he still loves a friendly chat when he can tear himself away from the kitchen. Jim is always ready to sell you some of their dam good bait and tell you where the fish are biting. Also, like most fishermen, he has his stories to tell and a few prized catches mounted on the walls of the diner. The Hruska family loves to uphold the old-fashioned traditions and culture of the dam, which come from the Dam Store’s previous owners and …show more content…
The word homemade is no gimmick when it comes to the Dam pies. They are literally made in the home of Jenny Barnes who transformed her own kitchen for that purpose. In addition to the well-known pie, the Dam Store can bring back childhood memories with their delicious old-fashioned vanilla, chocolate, and strawberry milkshakes. Their menu also features classics like burgers, chicken strips, and various sandwiches all served with a mountain of fries. Although the menu items are simple, the food is always prepared with care and pride. You can see it in all the little details; from the warm toasted buns to the perfectly cooked French
Any person who walks into the Dam Store can tell that there is something unique about it. They enter through an old white door screaming for the attention of an oil can. Immediately beyond the threshold, they find themselves in the main dining area. The first thing that catches their attention is the vivid red and silver jukebox standing large and proud and ready to play music older than the average customer. Next, they notice the red vinyl stools …show more content…
Jenny is a woman of average height and above average kindness. In addition to waiting on customers in the diner almost every day, she single-handedly makes every one of the delicious pies that the Dam Store is famous for. David tends to stay behind the scenes, but he still loves a friendly chat when he can tear himself away from the kitchen. Jim is always ready to sell you some of their dam good bait and tell you where the fish are biting. Also, like most fishermen, he has his stories to tell and a few prized catches mounted on the walls of the diner. The Hruska family loves to uphold the old-fashioned traditions and culture of the dam, which come from the Dam Store’s previous owners and …show more content…
The word homemade is no gimmick when it comes to the Dam pies. They are literally made in the home of Jenny Barnes who transformed her own kitchen for that purpose. In addition to the well-known pie, the Dam Store can bring back childhood memories with their delicious old-fashioned vanilla, chocolate, and strawberry milkshakes. Their menu also features classics like burgers, chicken strips, and various sandwiches all served with a mountain of fries. Although the menu items are simple, the food is always prepared with care and pride. You can see it in all the little details; from the warm toasted buns to the perfectly cooked French