Shawnet H.
6/5/2025
This is a great place for wonderful, home-made food that always hits the spot. Their specials are huge as are their breakfast choices. I will say that if you feel something isn't quite right with...
The Elbow Room
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310 E 8th St
Albert Lea, MN 56007
If you are in the Albert Lea, Minnesota area and looking for a great burger, keep an eye out for a tiny yellow building on the corner of East 8th Street and James Ave, just off SE Broadway Ave with a red neon sign that reads, “The ELBOW ROOM.” Don’t let the small exterior fool you. From the outside, you would never know that you can get one of the best burgers in all of Albert Lea and it was built in 1949! Aside from the food, this place is everything you could want in a hometown restaurant; wood panel walls and bar, worn-in bucket seats, Formica tables, open-air classic grill, and of course, bottled beer and cans of pop. Ever stopped in? Come join us!
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4.078 reviews
Ann P.
7/16/2025
Food & service were excellent. Ambiance was rustic. Hostess/server/cook was very friendly.
Will C.
1/4/2025
You know those chilly winter afternoons when you really need a bowl of chili? This place hit the spot for sure. I sat at the lunch counter and had a great conversation with the cook that made my day.
Stan S.
2/10/2025
Great food, Friendly service, price cheaper then most places. I now eat there at least 4 times a week.
Chloe T.
6/5/2024
We were there for Sunday brunch. Super cute small place that seems family owned. Atmosphere was very casual and the wait staff seemed really friendly. The food was not great. It was okay, but...
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