lunch • dinner • drinks

New Dinner Special! Pork Ribeye grilled in hot honey glaze with, mashed potatoes, and sautéed broccoli. Available 4 pm- close

Autumn Leaves Martini 🍂🍁 Prepare to fall in love with our next martini on tap! Vikre Cedar Gin with hibiscus, rose, pomegranate, and fall spices. Vikre Distillery

We've got the SPIRIT, yes we do! We've got the SPIRIT, how 'bout you!? @PRAHS Student Council #InPursuit #PantherNation #SuperFans #GoPanthers

Good Life has Park Rapids Panthers Pride!! 🏐🏈 @PRAHS Student Council you know who to vote for! 😉😝🤩 #Inpursuit #PantherNation #Superfan #GoPanthers

Cookie Monsters! Mitch and Sully enjoying our giant cookies - if you want one too, you can choose between chocolate chip or monster!

Tori & Onnarae are two of the toughest chicks around - and besties! This is their first summer as Line Cooks at the Good Life and they are killin' it! Let's just hope they don't kill each other by the end of the season ;)

New Risotto!! Cheesy Cajun 🌶🥬🧀 with peppers, zucchini, onions, cajun seasoning, gouda, cheddar, and fried kale Available 4 pm- close

Are you a soup addict? Want to know when our latest soup drops? Join our Soup Club! Just text "soup" to (218) 351-8380 🍵😝

Bubbl’r O’ Clock 3 pm at the Good Life it’s time for our bubbl’r break 😝

🍁 Local Maple Syrup 🍁 A Minnesota pantry staple! Peeter's Black Bark Pure Maple Syrup is made in Menahga, MN. We use it in our Maple MNhatten cocktail and Maple Nut ice cream. Available for sale at Molly Poppin's!

🪻Lavender Blossom Mocktail!!🪻 Our housemade lavender-lemon syrup is subtly floral & sour...refreshing as a gentle summer breeze. The perfect NA drink for a summer day! 🍋

Good Life will be closed July 4th! Have a fire crackin' good time!! 🤩

The Good Life totes are living it up! 💕💕 Molly took her tote to the Outer Banks, SC. Grace toted all her beach goodies to Anna Maria Island, FL. Julia trekked her tote across the world to the Neuschwanstein Castle in Germany. Grab yours today and take it wherever the Good Life leads you! -available online and in store ;)

This Throwback Thursday...breakfast! 🥞 🥞 In our first year, we were open from 7AM to midnight serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner. When you're new, you throw everything at the wall to see what sticks. Breakfast did not...trust us, we tried three times! We did get better each attempt, but it was always the most nerve-wracking service. These pics celebrate our first table on opening morning (bless you Andy, Darin, and Martin) and our first goodbye to breakfast. Nate won the contest to see who could make the most interesting things out of old breakfast menus (a hat and a house) and we of course had to light one on fire 🔥

Happy Father's Day from our Good Life family to yours! 🥰 We are open so stop on in or grab a gift card for a last minute gift!

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Our 15th Anniversary Celebration is today! Raffle drawing, table games, birthday popcorn, photo albums! During our Happy Hour (3-5PM) tap beer served in a commemorative Good Life cup! Join us outside to kickoff 2nd Street Stage with the biggest concert of the summer - The 4onthefloor!

We're calling it! 🌺 The Paloma 🌺 is the cocktail of the summer! A refreshing mix of Hornitos Reposado tequila, Fever Tree Sparkling Pink Grapefruit, a housemade brown sugar simple syrup, and lime juice with a salt/sugar rim.

Today's 15th Anniversary Throwback Thursday revisits our 2015 renovation. We were 6 years in and if we had learned anything it was that people LOVE booths. So we reconfigured the dining room seating to give the people what they want - more booths! We also covered the patio, built a more-MN entry way (featuring an awesome mural by Nate), and added a whopping 2 feet to our cooking line...that's a whole other fryer! When you're a first generation startup, even the baby steps are monumental <3 We still had the awkward seating in the long, skinny "back room" on the way to the patio, but we were making progress! Can anyone read the specials Alicia has written on the chalkboard?

This Throwback Thursday we're reminiscing about all the crazy fun we've had 🤪 I don't think I can list everything...but let me try! Supper Series 1-12, bingo on the patio, live trivia, murder mystery dinner, Eat Your Art Out, Halloween parties, Twins bus, live music, Crazy Days, Water Wars...and on and on!

Summer staff has arrived!! Ready to go all summer long! 😆😎💪🏻

Memorial Weekend Hours! ☀️😎 Fri - Sat 11:00am to 9:00pm Sunday 11:00am to 8:00pm Monday closed for the holiday!

Our online store now has a kids tee!! 🤩 Perfect summer attire for sipping kiddie cocktails, licking ice cream cones, and snarfing down mac & cheese 😎 Available for local pick-up or shipping. Go to our bio, find our website, click Shop! Then you can match me 🥰 (thegoodlifecafepr.com)

Throwback Thursday: Memory lane takes us back to our original build-out in 2009. We bought the building in March and opened in mid-June. What a rush! 💛 To celebrate 15 years we are going to take you back in time every few weeks! Stay tuned for all of our eras and reminisce with us along the way 🫶

Our friends over at the Park Rapids Lakes Area Chamber are launching a new event- Summer Sip Off! They're featuring some of our favorite local breweries Portage and Bemidji Brewing- Go check it out 😆🍻 VIP tickets are selling fast! Go to parkrapids.com for tickets and more information

We are now hiring Line Cooks! Join our fun, upbeat, and hard-working team! Make incredible food and build your resume - Learn more and apply on our website: www.thegoodlifecafepr.com/employment We're also offering a $500 referral bonus if you help us hire the right candidate! 😉

Welcome spring with a refreshing mocktail! 🌷Raspberry Ginger Fizz🌷 The bright flavors will wake you up to the beauty of spring...birds chirping, buds forming, sun shining. (And since it doesn’t have any booze in it, you won't have to walk home in the wind, rain and mud…ah, love you MN ;) PS. We are just getting started, so stay tuned for more mocktails! XOXO Good Life 😘

😝 Our Online Store Is Now Open!! 😝 Need a Good Life t-shirt, tote bag, sweatshirt, or gift card? We have all the swag 😉 Available for local pick up or shipping. Head over to our website in our bio - thegoodlifecafepr.com. Just click Shop! No seriously...do it!

Happy 15th anniversary to...US! 🎉 This June will mark 15 years of business for the Good Life. Can you believe it?! We can't either. On one hand, opening day feels like yesterday. On the other hand, so much has changed! As we prepare to celebrate, please share a favorite memory or picture of your time with us ☺

Ever had a knock-your-socks-off meal at the Good Life and sent your compliments to the kitchen? Enjoy their candid reactions (and keep the kind words coming)! 😂👨‍🍳

We celebrated Chef Matt's Birthday in style last weekend! 🥳👨‍🍳🥳 Matt has been a part of the Good Life family for years and continues to bring joy and amazing food everyday!!

New Dinner Special 🙌 Fried Alaskan Sole with purple rice, quinoa pilaf, and a hot honey butter sauce Available 4pm-close Stop in- you're not gonna want to miss this special!

EMPLOYEE FAVS!! The artichoke dip is a crowd favorite! It is without a doubt Ella's favorite thing on the menu - she may or may not share! 😆

BUSSERS BE BUSSIN!! These hard-workin' guys & gals keep the restaurant running and the tables clean (and they do it all in style) 😉💯🔥

New Dinner Special is Here! 🔥 Grilled Filet Mignon 🔥 with purple rice and quinoa pilaf, apple demi-glace, crispy brussels sprouts Available 4pm-close

I gotta say Walleye BLT is looking absolutely fire tonight! Come on in and see why this is one of our fan favorites 🔥🔥

We’ve Got a Full House!! Meet some of our amazing staff 😊

Winter is……just arriving? We’re staying home today & think you should too. Stay safe, stay warm - we will see you tomorrow 🩵❄️❄️

EMPLOYEE FAVS!! The medley of beer battered walleye, malted cabbage, and house-made salsa make these tacos Kiera approved! Stop in and give 'em a try - you'll see why 😋

JAVLYN!! ✨ one of our dish pit warriors- truly the backbone of the restaurant. It's every day bro with that dish pit flow. 💪 Swipe for the before ->>>

Happy (almost) St Patrick's Day!! 💚🍻 Pair your Bangers & Mash or Corned Beef & Cabbage (this one only after 4 pm!) with a festive German Blonde or a Nutty Irishman. The perfect way to celebrate the eve of St Pats ☘️

New Dinner Special!! 🍯 Honey Glazed Pork Ribeye 🍯 with creamy potato hash, roasted vegetables, pork jus available 4pm-close

Meet us at midnight 🌙 New cocktail on tap!! Crop vodka, lemon, and house-made lavender syrup come together in the Lavender Haze (Good Life's Version - sorry Taylor!)

Hoppy Easter from Good Life Cafe! It’s once again time for our Easter coloring contest! 🐰🌷 Come on in, get creative, and return your coloring page for our Sunny Bunny popcorn mix. Can’t wait to display your lovely artwork! 🎨

WHAT’S THE HAPPY HOUR CREW DRINKIN’? If you’re here at 3:00, you’ll probably catch these troublemakers at the bar enjoying some local brews. They claim to have good taste & we have to agree (but don’t tell them we said that)🍻🍻

Observing Lent? We've got your meat-free Friday meals on deck! 🐟 🐟 Check out our Crispy Walleye Wrap special or dig into one of our more classic Lent-approved dishes TONIGHT! • Smørrebrød • Walleye & Chips • Walleye Tacos • Baked Walleye

HAPPY VALENTINE’S DAY! To celebrate, we’re giving you 50% off bottles of wine (today only!!) Reservations for this evening are full! There are limited tables available for walk-ins. Thank you for all of the support 💘💘💘

Roses are red, violets are blue, Good Life staff is so excited to see you! 💘 Join us on February 14th for our extra-special specials. Call the restaurant at (218) 237-4212 to snag a spot for you and your valentine!

Valentine's Day is right around the corner!! Make your reservations and we'll take care of the rest! 🌹 💌 Reservations fill up quick - you definitely want to be on this list! Stay tuned for dinner and drink specials (we promise it will be worth the wait). #heartlandlakesmn #visitparkrapids #downtownparkrapids

Check out this cozy CREW 💛🤠 We’ve got sweatshirts!! Like, we literally all snagged one. We’re obsessed. Let’s match? #heartlandlakes #visitparkrapids #downtownparkrapids

new dinner special!! 🚨❤️ PAN SEARED DUCK BREAST Gnocchi, mushroom cream sauce, crispy Brussel sprouts available 4:00-close (like, right now!)

Yay! Snow!! We’ll try our best to keep the sidewalks clear & to have a warm spot waiting for ya :) ❄️❄️❄️

pov: holiday break is right around the corner 🎄✨❤️🤠😎‼️🥂 Thanks for a wonderful 2023 - we can’t wait to spend 2024 with you! CLOSED DEC 24 - JAN 1 #heartlandlakes #visitparkrapids #downtownparkrapids

Spend $100 on gift cards, get $10 free! This special holiday promo runs from now until December 23. See you soon! ps - we won’t tell Santa if you keep the extra $10 🎄🤫🎅 #heartlandlakesmn #visitparkrapids #downtownparkrapids

CLOSED ON THURSDAY — have a wonderful Thanksgiving! 🦃 We’re thankful for cold beer, gouda cheese, and being able to spend the holiday with our family & friends. See you on Friday (or today — open 11-8!) 💛💛 #visitparkrapids #heartlandlakesmn #downtownparkrapids

So, you like soup? Us too! You already know our Soup of the Day changes but we’ve been keeping when a secret. Text SOUP to (218) 351- 8380 and we’ll text you as soon as we’ve got something new — we won’t bother you about anything other than soup (seriously, we promise). Welcome to soup club, baby 🍲💖💖

Oooooooohhhh baby, check out that Cippino 🤩🤌 grilled Atlantic cod, shrimp, pesto, & vegetables in a tomato broth – served with grilled sourdough available 4:00 - close #visitparkrapids #heartlandlakesmn #downtownparkrapids

Stop in after 4:00 to snag this divine shrimp gnocchi dinner special before it’s gone 💘 sautéed shrimp with Asiago stuffed gnocchi and peas in a basil cream sauce with crispy shallots #visitparkrapids #heartlandlakesmn #downtownparkrapids

lunch specials are BACK and this bleu cheese bacon burger does not disappoint 🤠🤠 1/3 lb beef patty, bleu cheese, bacon, honey mustard, candied walnuts on a brioche bun #visitparkrapids #heartlandlakesmn #downtownparkrapids

It’s Sep-TIMBERRRRR! Time to cut back our hours 🍂🍂🤠 OPEN Tuesday - Thursday, 11 am - 8 pm Friday & Saturday, 11 am - 9 pm CLOSED Sunday & Monday

THANK YOU for an awesome summer! Time for a lil break — see you on Wednesday 🍻💘🥹

Have you been a victim of open sign proximity? Us too 😭 Know you are always welcome to hang out 💘💘 #visitparkrapids #downtownparkrapids #heartlandlakesmn

Catch this nasty crew battling it out at water wars TONIGHT! ☠️☠️ May your anchor be tight, Your cork be loose, Your rum be spiced, And your compass be true! 🍻 #visitparkrapids #downtownparkrapids #heartlandlakesmn

Coffee before bed? Only if it’s our Mint Mocha Martini! Made with Little Round Still White Rum, Kahlúa, & Parable Coffee ✨ #heartlandlakesmn #downtownparkrapids #visitparkrapids

IT’S BARBIE TIME (almost)!!💘🦋🎀💄 get your pink fit here at the Good Life before reserving your seat @parktheater.mn – we’ll see you there! #heartlandlakesmn #downtownparkrapids #visitparkrapids

Good Life will be CLOSED on the Fourth of July to give our staff a much deserved day off — here’s to a safe & fun-filled fourth!🍻 Our neighbors at Molly Poppins will be open 9 am to 1 pm. Be sure to grab a treat to enjoy during the parade! #visitparkrapids #downtownparkrapids #heartlandlakesmn

NEW MENU ITEM ‼️🚨❤️ Pickle fries have found their home on our menu — & they are a true dill-light ;) Treat your table to this new appetizer here at the Good Life! #heartlandlakesmn #downtownparkrapids #visitparkrapids

Join us from 3-5 for HAPPY HOUR! Dollar-off draft beers & appetizers — anyone for an order of pretzels & a German Blonde? #heartlandlakesmn #visitparkrapids #downtownparkrapids

serving sangria 7 days a week!! 😎☀️🍹 #heartlandlakesmn #downtownparkrapids #visitparkrapids

LUNCH • DINNER • DRINKS Monday - Saturday, 11:00 am to 9:00 pm Sunday, 11:00 am to 8:00 pm #heartlandlakesmn #visitparkrapids #downtownparkrapids

It’s 5 o’clock (and summer?) somewhere! Stop in today to start your weekend right 🥂✨ #heartlandlakesmn #downtownparkrapids #visitparkrapids

It’s dinner time! Let us make it special ;) OVEN ROASTED WALLEYE spiced sweet potato hash with Genoa salami, roasted vegetables, lemon & herb vinaigrette 💛💛 available from 4:00 - close! #heartlandlakesmn #visitparkrapids #downtownparkrapids

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Indeed Brewing's Flavorwave IPA is the winner of the 2023 Good Life Beer Bracket! 🍻 Thanks so much to everyone who participated in our Beer Bracket — we already can't wait for next year! Need to give Flavorwave a try? Swing by the Good Life and we'll have one ready for ya. #heartlandlakesmn #visitparkrapids #downtownparkrapids

It was a pleasure to have you, Easter Bunny! #heartlandlakesmn #visitparkrapids #downtownparkrapids

CLOSING at 7:00 tonight & all day tomorrow! Winter big-time blows — here's to spring! #heartlandlakesmn #visitparkrapids #downtownparkrapids

Hoppy Easter! Some bunny wants you to participate in our Easter coloring contest 🎨 🐰 Stop in, get creative, and return your coloring page for our Sunny Bunny popcorn mix -- we can't wait to showcase your artwork! For more Easter fun, hop downtown April 6-8 for pictures with the Easter Bunny and an egg chase!

Wondering what folks order at the Good Life? Scroll through to check out our five bestsellers! Stop in to see why they are so stinkin' popular-- we've gotten awfully good at making them 🔥 #heartlandlakesmn #visitparkrapids #downtownparkrapids

We love our Grilled Mahi-mahi dinner special & know you will too ♥️♥️♥️ served with a cilantro-lime vinaigrette & cheesy Cajun risotto with bell peppers, onions, & tomatoes #heartlandlakesmn #visitparkrapids #downtownparkrapids

Ready to shamrock and roll? So are we! We will be celebrating with Bangers & Mash and Corned Beef & Cabbage -- green draft beers, Irish slammers, and Irish coffees bring the festivities behind the bar. We can't wait to have you! 🍀🍻 #heartlandlakesmn #visitparkrapids #downtownparkrapids

Looking for a fast-paced and fun gig with the best crew? Well, we're looking for you too! The Good Life is now hiring dishwashers and expos to join our upbeat, hard-working team. Have fun and build your back-of-house resume helping our kitchen operate smoothly! Swing by the Good Life today or apply on our website! #heartlandlakesmn #visitparkrapids #downtownparkrapids

Still snowing, roads unplowed — we know how Calvin feels! CLOSING due to weather… has this winter been extra white or are we getting soft? ❄️❄️❄️

Wondering what's on tap at the Good Life? Check out one of our favorites from Walker, MN - Portage Brewing's 'Long Time Coming'. The result of a collaboration with one of our favorite local bands, Corey Medina and Brothers, this West Coast IPA will have you humming its namesake before ordering another round. Catch Corey Medina here in Park Rapids at the Armory on Thursday, March 23! More info here: https://bit.ly/3ZyvtM9 #heartlandlakesmn #visitparkrapids #downtownparkrapids

When it comes to winter adventures, the sky's the limit! ✨ The Heartland Lakes have a spectacular view of the stars and sky, making the area a destination for any astrotourist. We are lucky to have these night skies outside our window -- and would certainly agree that they are worth traveling to see! #heartlandlakesmn #visitparkrapids #downtownparkrapids

The 2023 Beer Bracket is here! The Elite Eight will be battling it out at the Good Life from March 1-31 -- may the best beer win! #heartlandlakesmn #visitparkrapids #downtownparkrapids

It is a winter wonderland— and not one that is travel friendly! Closed today due to weather. Stay safe!

Need a Riesling to be happy? ;) Our winter wine special may do the trick — $10 off when you buy a bottle! #heartlandlakesmn #visitparkrapids #downtownparkrapids

Call the cafe at (218) 237-4212 to make your reservation! #heartlandlakesmn #visitparkrapids #downtownparkrapids

We know you deserve a box of homemade truffles this Valentine's Day! Stop in & treat yourself at Molly Poppins 💝 #heartlandlakesmn #visitparkrapids #downtownparkrapids

Come one fisherman, come all! 🎣 Good luck to those competing in the 2023 Fishing Derby, and welcome to Park Rapids! You do the fishing, we'll do the cooking (and pour the drinks). We can't wait to warm up with ya afterward ☕ #heartlandlakesmn #visitparkrapids #downtownparkrapids

BEMIDJI BREWING TAP TAKEOVER🍻 Feb. 3, 4-6 pm (tomorrow!) Have a pint of a local brew, spin the prize wheel, and talk beer with Bemidji Brewing representatives! Try a taproom exclusive (or stick to your favorite) here at the Good Life. #heartlandlakesmn #visitparkrapids #downtownparkrapids

Ring, Ring! Who's there? Peas. Peas who? Peas be our Valentine! Call us today at 218-237-4212 to reserve a table for Valentine's Day. We can't wait to have you ❤️❤️❤️ #heartlandlakesmn #visitparkrapids #downtownparkrapids

Here at the Good Life, our atmosphere and hospitality are just as important to us as our food. We're glad you feel that way too, check out this awesome review: "...Staff is very nice! In fact, they were probably too nice, since my friend and I lost track of time and stayed beyond closing. We were so engaged in our discussion and enjoying the delicious dinner we didn't realize how late it had become... We never once felt rushed or unwelcome and truly should have been, since it had gotten so late. I want to suggest to those dining here to set an alarm as you may lose track of time enjoying the wonderful food, atmosphere, and hospitality!

Welcome everyone to the Heartland 200! Join us at the Good Life after the race - we’ll keep the seats warm and the coffee hot! #heartlandlakesmn #visitparkrapids #downtownparkrapids