Whether you're planning an outing for your colleagues or dinner to kick off a family reunion, here is a list of some group-friendly dining you might want to check out:
*Please plan to call ahead for larger groups so that these restaurants can accommodate your needs.
Capacity <25
Downtown Fargo
Atomic Coffee
This eco-chic local coffee shop is one of the locals' favorite hangouts, with plenty of seating, WiFi, and delicious fair trade coffee, desserts, and vegan and vegetarian food options.
The backroom holds 24 people.
Cost: $25
222 Broadway N, Fargo | (701) 478-6160
Teddy's Eatery + Parlor
Teddy's has coined itself as a gourmet grilled cheese bistro and bar. Inside one of Fargo's oldest buildings, its historic interior comes with hardwood floors, high-top tables, an open kitchen, and a relaxed atmosphere.
They have a private full bar with seating for 20 or a loft directly above the private bar for 25 people. They can be rented separately or together for a package price for group-friendly dining.
The private bar holds 20 people
Loft holds 25 people
A combination of both holds 45 people
212 Broadway N, Fargo | (701) 551-0777
Moorhead
Boulder Tap House
A vast menu that can feed any group and walls filled with TVs make Boulder Tap House an excellent spot for large or small groups.
One room holds up to 18, while the side room holds up to 50.
Cost: Free
3333 Hiway 10 E, Moorhead | (218) 233-3110
Moorhead Billiards
Great entertainment area for pool and darts with a full restaurant and bar. The party rooms both include a private pool table, and other games can also be requested.
Valley Room holds 20 people
Diamond Room holds 50 people
701 Center Ave, Moorhead | (218) 477-8387
South Fargo
Bully Brew Coffee House
With daily drink specials and a full menu of sandwiches, pastries, and breakfast items, groups love this local coffee shop.
The meeting room holds eight people
Cost: No charge; everyone must order
4150 40th Ave S, Fargo | (701) 639-7205
Doolittle's Woodfire Grill
Woodfire cooking, rotisserie chicken, spit-roasted ribs, pork chops, and steak amidst World War I-themed decor. A favorite for upscale casual dinners, you'll spot Rosey the Riveter and Jimmy Doolittle on the walls as you sip on one of over 60 wines offered here.
The semi-private main dining area seats up to 20, Sunday-Thursday, non-peak times
The fireplace room holds 42 people, Sunday-Thursday, non-peak times
2112 25th St SW, Fargo | (701) 478-2200
The Tavern Grill
Their semi-private space in the back of the restaurant holds up to 50 people for the perfect group-friendly dining setting. You can also request to use a portion of their patio during the summer.
Semi-private space holds 50 people
4504 32nd Ave S, Fargo | (701) 532-0777
West Acres
Gallery Restaurant
Holiday Inn restaurant serves its eclectic American fare three meals daily in a cozy space.
The backroom holds 24 people
Club rooms 1 & 2 each hold 16 people, and club room 3 holds 45
Cost: Club rooms 1 & 2 cost $150 each, and club room 3 costs $275. The rental fee is waived with meals.
Cost: $25
3803 13th Ave S, Fargo | (701) 277-7328
Porter Creek Hardwood Grill
Porter Creek has a wide-ranging menu, including steaks, seafood, salads, and delicious woodfired flatbread. Start with an artichoke fondue kettle or skillet mussels, and make sure to save room for one of their decadent desserts.
Barrel Room holds 14 people
The Porch holds 48 people
The 4-Season Outdoor Bar holds 75-100 people
The Fireplace Room holds 90 people
Cost: Varies depending on the room and the day of the week
1555 44th St S, Fargo | (701) 369-3669
Urban 42
Cozy kitchen and bar within the Delta Hotel with upscale American food and even bison meatloaf on the menu!
Two private spaces for up to 20 people
1635 42nd St S, Fargo | (701) 281.7105
West Fargo
Maxwells
A relaxed but up-scale dining experience is what you're in for at Maxwells. The menu is full of American cuisine with a French influence, and they have a wide variety of cocktails and wines for all tastes.
VIP Room holds up to 16 guests
The back room is semi-private and holds up to 40 guests
1380 9th St E, Ste 601, West Fargo | (701) 277-9463
Capacity 26-50
Downtown Fargo
46 North Pints & Provisions
Not only does 46 North have a great seating area overlooking the bustling downtown, but they also have a room in the back of the restaurant made for groups.
Depending on the time of year and day of the week, they may have a minimum for booking. There is also an in-house catering menu for groups 15+ where they can choose from buffet-style appetizers, entrees, sliders, and soups & salads.
The backroom holds 20 people
Cost: depends on the day of the week & year.
635 2nd Ave N, Fargo | (701) 532-0986
Babb's Coffee House
The cozy interior is immediately welcoming – oversized leather couches, plush seats, round wooden tables, and a giant neon sign modeled after Pike's Place in Seattle.
In the group-friendly dining area, you can order everything from breakfast to paninis to sandwiches and quesadillas, but we first recommend you try any of their coffee drinks.
The lower level room holds 40 people
Cost: $25 for 2 hours, $100 for the whole day. $50 fee to bring food
604 Main Ave, Fargo | (701) 271-0222
Mezzaluna
If you want the best fine dining ND, it's here among the modern, shell-like booths, intimate lighting, and chic high-top tables of Mezzaluna's interior. The menu constantly changes with the season, but your taste buds are always in for an unexpected delight.
The semi-private mezzanine holds 28 people
309 Roberts St N, Fargo | (701) 551-9479
Rhombus Guys
Funky flavors, a great patio, late hours, and nightly events set this local pizza place apart. You can draw on the table coverings, sing karaoke on Fridays, and try one of their in-house brews (did we forget to mention it's also a brewery?!).
Room info: The back area holds 45 people
606 Main Ave, Fargo | (701) 540-4534
The Boiler Room
Located in one of Downtown Fargo's most historic buildings, The Boiler Room sits one floor off Fargo's main street, Broadway, and serves quirky dishes like Scotch Eggs and Tater Tot Hotdish.
The dining room holds 42 people
Cost: No rental fee, will have a minimum food and beverage fee
210 Roberts Alley, Fargo | (701) 478-1990
Moorhead
Midtown Tavern
Moorhead's newest sports bar and full-service restaurant serve local favorite Duane’s pizzas, plus burgers, cheesesteaks, macaroni and cheese, eggrolls, and more.
Event Room holds up to 50
$500 minimum, $250 reservation fee that can go towards the minimum.
2223 Highway 10 E, Moorhead | (218) 236-0550
Moorhead Billiards
A full restaurant and bar plus a great entertainment area for pool and darts. Both party rooms include a private pool table, and other games can also be requested.
Valley Room holds 20 people
Diamond Room holds 50 people
701 Center Ave, Moorhead | (218) 477-8387
North Fargo
Buffalo Wild Wings
Buffalo Wild Wings is an American casual dining restaurant and sports bar specializing in chicken wings and sauces.
The party room holds 40 people
1515 19th Ave N, Fargo | (701) 280-9464
South Fargo
Applebee's
Applebee's focuses on casual dining with dishes such as salads, shrimp, chicken, pasta, a variety of sandwiches, and more.
The board room holds 30 people.
Cost: Free
2350 45th St S, Fargo | (701) 356-9495
Doolittle's Woodfire Grill
A favorite for upscale casual dinners, you'll spot Rosey the Riveter and Jimmy Doolittle amidst other World War I-themed decor as you sip on one of over 60 wines offered here and choose from woodfire cooking, rotisserie chicken, and spit-roasted ribs, pork chops, and steak.
The semi-private main dining area seats up to 20
The fireplace room holds 42 people
2112 25th St SW, Fargo | (701) 478-2200
The Tavern Grill
This Minneapolis-based favorite has a semi-private space in the back of the restaurant that holds up to 55 people. You can also request to use a portion of their patio during the summer.
4504 32nd Ave S, Fargo | (701) 532-0777
West Acres
Crooked Pint Ale House
The "Indeed Room" at Crooked Pint is perfect for receptions, post-game meals, reunions, and more, with space for up to 40 people in a private room.
Cost: no room rental fee for group-friendly dining, $500 F&B minimum Sunday-Thursday; $750 F&M minimum Friday-Saturday
330 13th Ave S, Fargo | (701) 298-8000
Gallery Restaurant
Inside Fargo's Holiday Inn, Gallery Restaurant serves eclectic American fare three meals daily in a cozy space.
Back Room holds 24 people
Club rooms 1 & 2 each hold 16 people, and club room 3 holds 45
Cost: Club rooms 1 & 2 cost $150 each, and club room 3 costs $275. The rental fee is waived with meals.
Cost: $25
3803 13th Ave S, Fargo | (701) 277-7328
Granite City
This American-style restaurant with a microbrewery is known for its lawless brunch.
The Private Dining Room holds up to 60 people.
Call to reserve.
1636 42nd St S, Fargo | (701) 293-3000
Kobe's Japanese Cuisine
Located near West Acres Mall, Kobe's serves sushi, sashimi, teppanyaki, and several lunch platter options. The chic interior has wood finishes, Japanese-inspired art, and leather chairs.
The Banquet room holds 30 people.
Cost: Free
4228 15th Ave S, Fargo | (701) 282-8888
Porter Creek Hardwood Grill
Connected to the Clubhouse Hotel & Suites, Porter Creek's classy interior has a wide-ranging menu, including steaks, seafood, salads, and delicious woodfired flatbread. Make sure to save room for one of their decadent desserts.
Barrel Room holds 14 people
The Porch holds 48 people
The 4-Season Outdoor Bar holds 75-100 people
The Fireplace Room holds 90 people
Cost: Varies depending on the room and the day of the week
1555 44th St S, Fargo | 701-369-3669
West Fargo
Blarney Stone Pub
Transport your group to the Emerald Isle at this Irish pub. Order a Guinness with your bangers and mash, Shepherd's Pie, or Guinness Irish Stew (or opt for some fantastic Irish Nachos with their specialty Dubliner Sauce as your main meal).
The private board room holds 28 people
Cost: $25 for lunch, $50 for dinner
1910 9th St E, West Fargo | (701) 532-1500
Brewtus' Brickhouse
A full-service sports bar with a custom firebrick oven from Italy! Over 20 tap beer choices and a one-of-a-kind Americana menu. Kid-friendly all day.
Private rooms hold 30 people, or the back room holds 50 people
635 32nd Ave E, #108, West Fargo | (701) 532-1397
Oasis
This Asian-fusion restaurant has a unique, flavorful menu and plenty of hospitality.
2nd floor holds 50 people
3147 Bluestem Dr, West Fargo | (701) 532-2251
Spitfire Grill
A woodfired oven gives the food at Spitfire its excellent flavor. They spit-roast chicken, pit-roast ribs, woodfire steaks, fish, and burgers. Meat eaters will love this place, which has a large, inviting interior with brick walls, archways, and dark wood for coziness.
The private banquet room holds 30 people
1660 13th Ave E, West Fargo | 701-478-8667
Capacity 50-150
Downtown Fargo
Blarney Stone Pub
Now with a downtown location. Order a Guinness with your bangers and mash, Shepherd's Pie, or Guinness Irish Stew (or opt for some fantastic Irish Nachos with their specialty Dubliner Sauce as your main meal).
The LODO event space holds 50 people, and $200 to rent
Great Plains Board Room holds 12 people and $50 to rent
Call ahead to reserve tables during the meal rush
101 Broadway N, Fargo | (701) 478-8888
84 Italian Steakhouse
84 offers a welcoming atmosphere in the heart of Downtown Fargo. Wine pairings with their rustic Italian menu from their sommelier will make your evening even more special.
Space for private groups ranging from 6 to 250
201 5th Street North, Fargo | 701-271-7717
Wurst Bier Hall
Besides Norwegians and Scandinavians, German heritage runs deep in Fargo. Wurst Bier Hall perfectly represents it: plenty of beer (and boots to drink it from!), sausages, sauerkraut, and even knoephla and borscht soups.
The event room holds 80-100 people
630 1st Ave N, Fargo | (701) 478-2437
Moorhead
Boulder Tap House
A vast menu that can feed any group and walls filled with TVs make Boulder Tap House an excellent spot for large or small groups.
One room holds up to 18, while the side room holds up to 50
Cost: Free
3333 Highway 10 E, Moorhead | (218) 233-3110
North Fargo
Herd & Horns
This all-ages option has room for up to 75 guests and your own private bar and patio. Enjoy the customization of menu options and the choice between restaurant dining or buffet, not to mention lots of fun games!
The room is free to rent and holds up to 75 people
1414 12th Ave N, Fargo | (701) 551-7000
South Fargo
Baron's Eatery & Bar
Baron's is a full-service dining room located inside Kingpinz that's perfect for group-friendly dining. Featuring an impressive selection of appetizers, salads, handhelds, pizzas, and more.
The Elite Suite holds up to 125 people. Includes 6 bowling lanes and a private bar.
Call for cost.
3485 Jacks Way S, Fargo | (701) 532-2695
The Tavern Grill
Their semi-private space in the back of the restaurant holds up to 55 people; you can also request to use a portion of their patio during the summer.
4504 32nd Ave S, Fargo | (701) 532-0777
West Acres
Lucky's 13 Pub
Near West Acres Mall, this cozy pub serves some of the best burgers in Fargo. Brick walls and dark woods give it a relaxed atmosphere, perfect for sampling some walleye fingers, fried pickles, Korean beef tacos, or Blue Ribbon Meatloaf.
Side room holds 60 people
Not available on weekends
4301 17th Ave S, Fargo | (701) 551-0013
Porter Creek Hardwood Grill
Porter Creek has a wide-ranging menu, including steaks, seafood, salads, and delicious woodfired flatbread in a dark wood interior perfect for a group gathering.
Barrel Room holds 14 people
The Porch holds 48 people
The 4-Season Outdoor Bar holds 75-100 people
The Fireplace Room holds 90 people
Cost: Varies depending on the room and the day of the week
1555 44th St S, Fargo | 701-369-3669
West Fargo
Hooligan's Bar and Grill
Head to this neighborhood bar for friendly service and great food and drinks. Depending on the day of the week and how many people are in the party, they will not charge for the reservation for group-friendly dining or require a minimum.
Also, it is possible to make the space family-friendly using the glass garage doors in the center of the room. Call for more information on capacities.
It holds up to 90 people
509 32nd Ave W, West Fargo | (701) 373-0770
Every one of these places will offer something different for whatever group outing you have. Contact us for more information or help planning larger conferences, sports groups, meetings or help with group-friendly dining.
