Sawmill Inn

About Us

Your hometown restaurant, meeting and conference rooms for five to 50 people, breakfast anytime, salad bar, and ice cream.
Best Breakfast for 43 miles or it's Free.

Brainerd, Minnesota's Oldest Diner
Established in 1908, we are Brainerd's oldest eating establishment. Whether you're craving a custom made breakfast, a quick lunch, a delicious home cooked dinner, or an old-fashioned malt, we have it for you. Our friendly staff will gladly customize your order.

We offer a great place to hold meetings and social gatherings. We are located across from the White Landmark Water Tower at the intersection of Washington Street and South 6th Street.

''Sawmill Inn, Brainerd’s oldest restaurant has been kicking since 1908. This is honest food by honest people, with a breakfast buffet* and legendary logger skillets inspired by the old lumber camp cooks.” — Minneapolis St. Paul Magazine, *Buffet, $10.49, Sundays Only

Schedule a Meeting
We can accommodate from 5 to 50 people. Small business meetings, family gatherings or birthdays. Social, professional, church, card, groom dinners, weddings or any kind of group. The room is Free to use when you have a meal with your gathering. Contact us by e-mail of call us at 218-829-5444.