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Thirsty Fox Pub & Grill
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About Thirsty Fox Pub & Grill

Thirsty Fox Pub & Grill brings together the easygoing comfort of a neighborhood favorite with the quality and convenience customers want from a modern dining spot. Located at 1105 S Broadway Ave in Albert Lea, MN, this restaurant has earned a strong reputation among locals and visitors alike, with a 4.50-star rating from 764 reviews.

That level of praise speaks to more than just good food—it reflects a place where guests consistently enjoy friendly service, a welcoming atmosphere, and a dining experience that feels dependable whether you are stopping in for a relaxed lunch, a full dinner, or a quick bite after a busy day.

The menu and atmosphere are built to satisfy a wide range of cravings and occasions. Guests can enjoy dine-in service, takeaway, delivery, and outdoor seating, making it easy to fit a meal into any schedule.

Thirsty Fox Pub & Grill is especially appealing for those who appreciate fast service, a great beer selection, well-made cocktails, and the warm character of a fireplace setting. It is also a great choice for sports fans, solo diners, and anyone looking for comfort food, happy-hour food, late-night options, coffee, or local specialties.

With alcohol, beer, cocktails, and a bar on site, it offers a lively yet comfortable place to unwind, while the presence of Wi-Fi, including free Wi-Fi, adds convenience for guests who want to stay connected.

Accessibility and guest comfort are also clearly a priority. The restaurant features wheelchair-accessible parking, entrance, seating, and restroom facilities, helping ensure that more people can dine with ease and confidence. The setting is casual, cozy, and trendy all at once, creating an inviting environment for everything from an everyday meal to a casual night out.

Table service, restroom facilities, and the option to accept reservations make planning simple, while payment flexibility—including cheques, credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments—adds another layer of convenience.

For guests looking for a restaurant that combines comfort, variety, and reliability in one welcoming space, Thirsty Fox Pub & Grill stands out as a place worth returning to again and again.

★★★★★ 4.50 rating (764 reviews)
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Thirsty Fox Pub & Grill interior
Est. Local Favorite

A Taste of Tradition

Welcome to a place where great food meets warm hospitality. We believe dining is more than just a meal - it's an experience to be savored and shared.

Our kitchen is dedicated to creating dishes that bring people together, using recipes that honor tradition while embracing innovation.

  • Fresh Daily Specials
  • Private Dining Available
  • Catering Services
  • Takeout & Delivery

Guest Reviews

Hear from our valued guests

Kyle Anderson

Kyle Anderson

2 weeks ago

The double smash burger is arguably the best burger I’ve ever had. I even called to relay that message to the staff. Environment was super chill and the beer selection is great. I’ll be back!

Ken Wagman

Ken Wagman

a year ago

Was directed here by a suggestion from the local hotel. We are so glad we took an adventure to find the Thirsty Fox. We were promptly greeted upon arrival and found a comfortable seat. The menu choices were plentyful and the menu descriptions were detailed enough to make an informed decision. I got a smash burger and my wife got a swiss burger with salad. The burgers were done to juicy perfection with a nice grilled flavor without being greasy. The fries were perfect, hot and lightly seasoned. The salad had an excellent presentation. We shared a brownie for desert which thay tasted fresh from the oven with a delicate refreshing vanilla ice cream scoop on top. The excellent service by Justin made for a perfect experience! Well worth the drive through town!

jasmine butler

jasmine butler

a month ago

I have been to thirsty fox more than 4 times and every single time I go it is SO good. The atmosphere is beautiful. Inside and outside. I really enjoy that they have an outside sitting area, and it converts into a cozy outdoor space for the winter as well!:) I've ordered everything from burgers, breads, and drinks, I have yet to try their bowls and salads, but my friends have, and they really enjoyed them! I had a ruben sandwich recently and wow! It was delicious!!

Ross Ballard

Ross Ballard

Edited a year ago

We were looking for something more than an I90 exit restaurant, so we decided to travel a little further into Albert Lea. It was a great decision. Service was fast and friendly. They have some very good beer selections. Their burger menu is quite vast and extremely flavorful. Wholly recommend driving out of your way if you're driving through on I90 or just spending time in the area.

Andrew Sibley

Andrew Sibley

2 months ago

Had a couple beers and some wings. Wings were on point! Beer was solid, wide variety of taps! I had a Guinness

Lucy B

Lucy B

6 months ago

This was an awesome find! Our server, Miranda, was very friendly and welcoming. Our food was great. This place just had a nice vibe. Live music with the outdoor seating, but too hot for us. We chose indoor.

Jake Oakley

Jake Oakley

6 months ago

My wife and I stopped for a late lunch Saturday afternoon. It was not very busy so parking was easy and no wait to be sat. Our server, Gretta, was fantastic. Super polite and on top of her tables. Drinks came out quick. We ordered cheese curds as an appetizer and they were delicious. My wife ordered the dill pickle and bacon flatbread. If you like pickles this is a must! I had the double smash burger and was only able to eat half! It was huge! I wish I had room for more because it was delicious. The fries were really good too! We can’t wait to go back!

Hoang-Giang Nguyen

Hoang-Giang Nguyen

3 months ago

Visited this place back in May 05,2024, and I really wanted to go back. Since then, I’ve tried the bruschetta at many places, and theirs were the best. Truly want to come back some time to have their bruchetta again.

Rev. Jennifer M.H.

Rev. Jennifer M.H.

2 months ago

If you’re anywhere near Albert Lea and haven’t been to the Thirsty Fox yet… you’re missing out on one of the best spots in town.

Kelly Dykstra

Kelly Dykstra

2 weeks ago

Wow, this is not your typical bar food, by any stretch. The chef jumped in to help seat us as we arrived during a busy few minutes on a Saturday night. He disappeared, and then we were the grateful beneficiaries of the most intentional, creative and clearly well-thought-out food. This chef loves what he does. (Or fakes it very well. 😉) I snapped a pic of the appetizer. Crostini with some kind of magical whipped ricotta & apple bacon jam drizzled with balsamic reduction and… pesto? I don’t know, but I will be back for more. We travel back & forth to Iowa from downtown St. Paul & none of our local St. Paul bars can hold a candle to this food… or the whiskey list. Well worth the couple miles off the highway.

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Highlights & Amenities

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible car park
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible seating
  • Wheelchair-accessible toilet

Service options

  • Outdoor seating
  • On-site services
  • Takeaway
  • Dine-in
  • Delivery

Highlights

  • Fast service
  • Fireplace
  • Great beer selection
  • Great cocktails
  • Serves local specialty
  • Sport

Popular for

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Solo dining

Offerings

  • Alcohol
  • Beer
  • Cocktails
  • Coffee
  • Comfort food
  • Happy-hour food
  • Late-night food
  • Quick bite
  • Small plates
  • Spirits
  • Vegetarian options
  • Wine

Dining options

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Dessert
  • Seating
  • Table service

Amenities

  • Bar on site
  • Restroom
  • Wi-Fi
  • Free Wi-Fi

Atmosphere

  • Casual
  • Cozy
  • Trendy

Crowd

  • Family friendly
  • Groups
  • Tourists

Planning

  • Accepts reservations

Payments

  • Cheques
  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • NFC mobile payments

Children

  • High chairs
  • Kids' menu

Parking

  • Free parking lot
  • Free street parking
  • Paid parking lot
  • Plenty of parking

Pets

  • Dogs allowed outside

Visit Us

We look forward to welcoming you. Make a reservation or stop by - walk-ins welcome!

Location

1105 S Broadway Ave, Albert Lea, MN 56007, United States

Reservations

+1 507-369-5911

Hours

Closed · Sunday 11 am–9 pm
Sunday 11 am–9 pm
Monday Closed
Tuesday Closed
Wednesday 11 am–10 pm
Thursday 11 am–10 pm
Friday 11 am–10 pm
Saturday 11 am–10 pm
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