Fort Ripley, Minnesota

A good drink,
a warm light,
right on the lake

Baxter's Pub is Fort Ripley's gathering place — where the coffee is fresh in the morning, the drinks are poured with care, and everyone who walks through the door is treated like a regular.

Find Us on Crow Wing Lake Rd
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The warm interior of Baxter's Pub with wood accents and soft lighting

Our Story

Rooted in Fort Ripley,
built for everyone

Baxter's Pub sits along Crow Wing Lake Road, just off the main stretch of Fort Ripley. We opened with a simple idea: a place where locals and visitors alike could pull up a chair, order something honest, and stay a while.

Whether you're wrapping up a day on the water, passing through the area, or looking for a quiet corner to read the paper, this is your spot. We pour the drinks, we keep the lights on, and we make sure you leave feeling like you belonged.

Local
owned & operated
7
days a week
∞
good conversations

What We Offer

Everything you need,
nothing you don't

No pretense, no fuss. Just a well-run pub that takes pride in the small things — a cold beer, a hot meal, a friendly face at the door.

Cold Drinks, Done Right

A rotating selection of local and regional beers on tap, a well-stocked beer fridge, and a thoughtful wine and spirits list. Everything kept cold and poured with care.

Real Food, Served Right

From hearty pub classics to lighter fare, our kitchen keeps things straightforward and satisfying. Come hungry — we'll make sure you leave full.

A Place to Belong

Baxter's is more than a stop — it's a fixture. Sports on the big screen, live music some nights, and the kind of atmosphere where strangers become neighbors.

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Hours & Location

We're open seven days a week, ready to welcome you whenever the mood strikes. Drop by, call ahead, or just show up — we always have a seat with your name on it.

Monday – Thursday 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Friday – Saturday 11:00 AM – 1:00 AM
Sunday 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Map showing the location of Baxter's Pub near Crow Wing Lake in Fort Ripley, Minnesota
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See you at the bar

The stool's warm, the beer's cold, and the door's always open. Stop by Baxter's Pub — we'll save you a seat.

Call (612) 889-0642
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