The Blue Boat

This is a great place for a beverage during happy hour, diverse eats you'll find nowhere else in Mankato, and listen to some live music. I know it has only been up and running for a few seasons, but this has quickly become one of my favorites to hang out. Right now we have some complementary popcorn to go with our drinks while watching hockey on the big screen. A live band is jamming away right around the other side. With the vibe, menu, and versatility, there is no other place like this in Mankato.

Great food, cool atmosphere. Menu changes monthly and that's a neat feature. The live music is really good. Great place to get drinks and hang out.

The food and drinks were great, we had the best Gyoza. Staff is friendly and the overall atmosphere is on point. Coolest bartender ever! Can’t wait to see the show tonight!

Mario and his staff offer an experience that will never be forgotten. The chicken wings are a must have for any occasion.

Great service ! Wonderful drinks and food. The band was killer. Very relaxing environment. Perfect for a date night or just dinner and drinks with some friends. Our food was served in a timely manner. It was clean and a well maintained space. I would say check it out, you won't be disappointed !

Super unique place, there’s an area in back where you can buy a wide range of local art and other handmade goodies. The food is exceptional the drink menu is super creative. the staff members were friendly & welcoming, Mario is the best! We will definitely be returning ☺

Wonderful experience here. We tried their everything special to get everything on the menu. Great to see a unique cuisine here. They’ll be rotating their menu out in March so we can’t wait to try their Italian menu. If you haven’t read The Blue Zones, you should! Their premise is to visit those regions by introducing styles of food from them.

I have absolutely loved everything I've eaten at blue boat. The concept and food are so unique and I live that it's not the same old menu you can get everywhere else. I've never been to Costa Rica but now I think I'll have to after eating their first menu. I'll miss the pork empanadas when they move on to their next port of call but I'm so excited to see what other menus come out of the kitchen. Keep up the good work!

A friend and I ate & drank last evening at The Blue Boat who was hosting a celebration of Prince’s birthday. Food was good and server friendly. Nice ambiance and eclectic group of customers with everyone enjoying the celebration. Will go again.

Delicious food, drinks, and wonderful service. I love all the music and art this unique spot has to offer. I would go again and again.

I got the Casado for dinner (see below) and it was DELICIOUS!!!! I will definitely be back and probably will get the same thing again 😍

Casado
Brown Rice & black beans sautéed in a Cilantro Chimichurri sauce, topped with avocado, peppers, onions, plantains, and Cashew Cheese

Great atmosphere, I recommend checking their music schedule. We had a great time with great food and music. I recommend for a date night.

Phenomenal food and really nice setting. Service was top notch. This was our first time and we will be back often!

The restaurant itself was nice, but our server Madie was the absolute best and really made it a top tier experience.

Excellent! Unique drinks, very flavorful! Live music with a fun atmosphere. I shall return!

Walking into the wonderful 🌎 of Artistic innovation and creation. Newest food, drink snd music entertainment stage in the tri county area and there's nothing like NEW!

My new favorite Mankato restaurant. The atmosphere and food were excellent. Hats off.

Great food. Great music! Great service! We'll go backm

Great bar service and great live music. Food is pretty damn good.

Nice venue! Good for shows, talking at dinner, drinks. Very relaxed