We're committed to providing our guests with an eclectic dining experience – with focus on fresh, flavorful, and quality ingredients
Established in 2017, The Garden Bar provides a relaxed, yet polished atmosphere that complements our commitment to provide guests with a memorable dining experience – with focus on flavor and quality. The Garden Bar features a variety of chef-inspired lunch and dinner options, an extensive wine and beer list and hand-crafted cocktails.
The lunch and dinner menus at The Garden Bar feature flavorful options from gyros, flatbreads, sandwiches, entrees, desserts and more. Created with only the freshest ingredients, our guests can explore made-from-scratch menu options such as the Korean, a sandwich featuring our house-made bbq pork and Asian slaw, the dry-rubbed Applewood Smoked Pork Chop, or the Shrimp & Scallops, served atop our made-to-order sweet potato hash.
The Garden Bar is passionate about providing our guests with unique wine labels, with focus on small, sustainable wineries, from around the globe. Thoughtfully selected, our guests can enjoy one of our regularly offered 50+ wines by the glass - or bottle! In addition, our reserve list offers a regularly evolving selection of exceptional wines, to be enjoyed always.
With an exclusive spirits selection, The Garden Bar strives to create unique, delicious cocktails such as the Chai White Russian, the Stinger, the Filthy Old Fashioned or the alcohol-free Inflation of Violet. Additionally, our beer list offers a wide range of craft options, to include six rotating tap lines featuring Minnesota & North Dakota breweries.
Aside from dining, The Garden Bar invites guests to sit back and relax in our NEW lounge area, with extended hours from Thursday – Saturday, with regularly scheduled live music. We are proud to serve the Alexandria Lakes Area and look forward to seeing you soon!
Meet The Team
Mahrie (Anderson) Ohren / Founder
Mahrie Ohren was born and raised in the lakes area before enlisting in the United States Air Force. While enlisted, she was fortunate enough to live and travel abroad, which ultimately introduced her to a world full of flavor and a passion for experiencing culture through food and drink.
“Nothing beats experiencing Italy through a vibrant Sangiovese, Japan through a local favorite, Edamame, Germany through an aromatic Riesling, or England through a Lamb Gyro, sure to satisfy any appetite after enjoying craft beer at a local pub.’ ~ Mahrie
Following her time in the United States Air Force, Mahrie obtained her Bachelor of Science in Nutrition degree before embarking on her journey as a restaurateur. Since, she is actively pursuing her sommelier certification through the Court of Master Sommeliers, Americas.
As travel was and is a large part of her life, Mahrie finds joy in bringing her experiences to Alexandria through food and drink ~ and hopes you do too!
Employment Opportunities
The Garden Bar is always seeking professional individuals who are enthusiastic about the Food & Beverage Industry!
Please submit resume to Mahrie Ohren: mahrieanderson@icloud.com. Stop in, call or text 320-460-0876 for further information.
We are seeking individuals passionate about delivering an exceptional product to our valued guests. With genuine hospitality, Line Cooks will be required to prepare high-quality food items to order while following recipe and presentation guidelines. Line Cooks will coordinate food orders to support timely delivery to the table while ensuring proper food safety and sanitation standards are upheld for guest safety.
- Part-time availability
- Day shift and night shift availability
- Competitive wage (bi-monthly) + tips
- Dining and other discounts
- Closed on Sundays
- Experience: sauté
We are seeking individuals with genuine hospitality to guide guests through our menu, provide food and beverage recommendations, take accurate orders ~ while providing the highest level of friendly and attentive service
- Create a diverse range of handcrafted cocktails + beverages
- Develop and maintain an extensive knowledge of premium spirits, liqueurs & mixers
- Remain up-to-date on industry trends
- Maintain a clean and organized work area while adhering to safety and hygiene regulations
- Part-time availability
- Night shift availability
- Competitive wage (bi-monthly) + tips
- Dining and other discounts
- Closed on Sundays
- Experience: 3+ years
- Access to wide range of premium ingredients + spirits
- Opportunity for growth + advancement