Bites Nearby: Winning Golf Cuisine at Dannyʼs Bar and Grill

With award-winning Chef Ron Bohnert at the helm, the new Dannyʼs Bar and Grill is serving up award-winning cuisine to golfers and the public.

Located inside the , Dannyʼs Bar and Grill is named in honor of Mike and Jeanne McGrathʼs special needs son.

The McGraths were one of the original owners of StoneRidge Golf Club and their son, Danny, passed away as a young adult, said StoneRidge Golf Clubʼs Nick Sierzant.

According to Sierzant, Danny was a fun and warm soul, and always seemed to exceed everyoneʼs expectations of him. You could say Dannyʼs is a reflection of his personality, as the atmosphere is fun, the employees are warm and friendly, and the food exceeds everyoneʼs expectations.

“We want Dannyʼs Bar and Grill to become a destination restaurant. A place for those who are looking for exceptional cuisine served in a fun, entertaining and picturesque environment,” Sierzant said.

Dannyʼs has live entertainment on the weekends and the patio offers beautiful golf course views, an outdoor fireplace and seating for about 90 guests.

As far as their food, a foursome of signature entrées stand out: the Ahi Tuna Steak ($16.95), Twin French Beef Filets ($21.95), Mongolian Pork Chop ($17.45) and the award-winning, Pecan Walleye ($17.95),

Served rare, the wasabi crusted Ahi Tuna Steak is tender and juicy on the inside with just a hint of crispiness on the outside. Itʼs served with a touch of soy ginger glaze and a dash of wasabi aioli, giving this dish a sweet, yet zippy, flavor profile.

Two beef medallions create the base for the Twin French Beef Filets. Prepared with a roasted garlic demi, itʼs topped off with melted brie and blue cheese lending a sharp, creamy and buttery mouthful in every bite. Homemade shoestring potato fries finish it off. Pair it with a full-bodied red wine.

Compart Duroc, the “black Angus” of pork, is the chop used in the Mongolian pork. A marinade of sweet, hoisin soy sauce imparts a bit of an Asian flair to this dish. A side of red cabbage and creamy smashed potatoes accompany this dish.

Unlike any other walleye dish youʼll ever taste, the Midwest Restaurant Hospitality Gold Medal winning Pecan Walleye, is spectacular! Itʼs made with a dried cherry, maple pecan butter sauce, creating a rich and crispy texture on the outside, and a flaky, buttery-rich taste on the inside.

For those looking to get a quick bite to eat in between golf holes, Dannyʼs also offers a selection of grab and go items. A favorite among the staff is the Chicago Style
Kosher Dog ($5.95). Served with chopped jalapenos, tomatoes, onions and cheese, itʼs a perfect pairing with an icy cold beer.

StoneRidge Golf Club has an event center and pavilion available for rent to the public. The event center and pavilion combined holds about 500 guests. For more information call: 651.436.GOLF (4653).

Dannyʼs Bar and Grill StoneRidge Golf Club  are located at 13600 N. Hudson Blvd. in Stillwater. For more information, visit www.dannysbarandgrille.com.