The Good Life Cafe Menu

The Good Life Cafe in Park Rapids, MN offers a diverse menu of comfort food and New American cuisine, with a focus on their delicious chicken wings. This cozy restaurant provides a range of amenities including vegan options, wheelchair accessibility, outdoor seating, and a full bar. Customers can enjoy happy hour specials, free Wi-Fi, and even catering services. The friendly staff and gender-neutral restrooms create a welcoming atmosphere for all visitors. The Good Life Cafe is a great spot for families, groups, and casual dining. As a food reviewer, I can attest to the mouthwatering flavors and high-quality ingredients used in their dishes. Stop by this women-owned establishment for a satisfying meal that caters to a variety of dietary preferences.

Lunch & Dinner

Smørrebrød

Honey smoked salmon, goat cheese with caramelized onion spread & mixed greens - served open-face on rye with lemon (GFV upon request)

$19.75

Turkey Avocado Club

Smoked turkey, pepper bacon, guacamole, herbed cream cheese, roasted red peppers & lettuce on white, wheat or rye bread (GFV, VV, or Vegan upon request - sub mushrooms and olive tapenade)

$15.75

Southern-Style Rachel

Smoked turkey breast, swiss cheese, coleslaw & thousand island dressing on grilled rye bread (GFV upon request)

$16.75

Sweet Basil Chicken

Parmesan crusted grilled chicken breast, sliced almonds, sweet basil aioli, lettuce & tomato on a brioche bun (GFV upon request)

$15.75

Pulled Pork & Apple

Whiskey-BBQ pulled pork, warm apple chutney & swiss cheese on ciabatta roll (GFV upon request)

$14.75

Wild Bison Philly

Wild rice and bison meatballs, with sautéed peppers, onions & mushrooms, topped with smoked gouda cheese sauce on a french roll

$17.25

Reuben

Corned beef roasted in house, swiss cheese, sauerkraut & thousand island dressing on grilled rye bread (GFV upon request)

$16.25

B.L.T

Thick cut pepper bacon, lettuce, tomatoes & mayo on ciabatta roll (GFV upon request)

$13.75

Walleye B.L.T

Summit beer-battered walleye, peppered bacon, lettuce, tomato & homemade tartar on a ciabatta roll

$17.50

Artichoke Bacon

/ lb beef patty, artichoke dip, roasted red peppers, pepper bacon & lettuce on a parmesan crusted brioche bun (GFV upon request)

$16.25

Beer Cheese Pretzel

/ lb beef patty, Summit beer cheese, bacon-jalapeno crumble & maple aioli on a pretzel bun

$16.75

Cheesy Californian

/ lb beef patty, cheddar jack, caramelized onion aioli, lettuce, & tomato on a brioche bun (GFV upon request)

$14.75

Thai PB Burger

/ lb beef patty, spicy thai peanut butter, basil aioli, refrigerator pickles & malted red cabbage on a brioche bun

$15.75

Turkey Burger Melt

Turkey burger, swiss cheese, caramelized onions & truffle aioli on grilled wheat bread (GFV upon request)

$16.00

Crispy Chicken

Crispy fried chicken breast, coleslaw, refrigerator pickles & spicy aioli on a pretzel bun

$16.75

Falafel Pita

Sweet potato falafel, hummus, tomato, cucumber, red onion and yogurt sauce in a pita - served with a side salad & cranberry balsamic vinaigrette (Vegetarian)

$17.50

Wild Rice Hotdish

Carrots, celery, onion, mushrooms & wild rice in a parmesan cream sauce with toasted almonds - served with a side salad, cranberry balsamic vinaigrette & bread (Vegetarian, GFV upon request)

$18.50

Gouda Bacon Mac & Cheese

Pepper bacon, herbs and pasta shells in a smoked gouda sauce topped with parmesan - served with a side salad, cranberry balsamic vinaigrette & bread (VV upon request)

$17.50

Walleye Tacos

Summit beer battered walleye, pico de gallo, cilantro-lime sour cream, malted red cabbage, cheddar jack, and lettuce in two flour tortillas - served with tortilla chips and salsa

$18.00

Soft Pretzels & Gouda

Five hand-rolled pretzel rounds with smoked gouda cheese dip (Vegetarian)

$14.75

Flatbread

Crispy flatbread loaded with gourmet toppings - Ask us for today's selection

$14.50

Chicken Wings

Choose from buffalo, whiskey BBQ, sweet chili, thai peanut butter or dry rub - served with ranch or bleu cheese, carrots & celery

$16.25

Famous Fry Basket

Battered French fries with fry sauce or sweet potato fries with maple aioli (Vegetarian)

$9.00

Jalapeno Popper Dip

Spicy jalapenos, bell peppers & three cheeses with a hint of brown sugar served with tortilla chips (Vegetarian, GFV upon request)

$14.50

Chips & Dips

Smoked gouda cheese dip, salsa & guacamole with tortilla chips (Vegetarian, GFV or Vegan upon request)

$12.00

Baked Artichoke Dip

Artichoke hearts, dill, garlic & three cheeses served with tortilla chips (Vegetarian, GFV upon request)

$15.75

Cheese Plate

Artisan cheese served with genoa salami, warm baguette & gourmet garnishes (GFV or VV upon request)

$18.00

Pickle Fries

Thin-cut & crunchy with spicy aioli (Vegetarian)

$12.00

Walnut Cranberry

Mixed greens, spiced walnuts, dried cranberries and bleu cheese crumbles & cranberry balsamic vinaigrette with bread

$16.50

Lemon Truffle Greek

Mixed Greens, feta, cucumbers, kalamata olives, tomatoes and red onion & lemon-truffle vinaigrette with bread

$16.50

Beet & Basil

Mixed greens, roasted beets, fried shallots, caramelized onion goat cheese & sweet basil dressing with bread

$15.50

Simply Green Salad

Mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, carrots & choice of dressing with bread

$13.00

Tomato Basil Bisque

With fresh basil, garlic & cream (Vegetarian, GF)

$4.25

Soup Of The Day

Ask us for today's selection

$5.25

Half-Sandwich & Soup

Choose half tuna salad or BLT on toasted white bread with a cup of soup (GFV upon request)

$12.00

Soup & Salad

Half Simply Green salad & a cup of soup (GFV upon request)

$12.00

Grilled Sirloin

ounce grilled sirloin steak, house steak sauce, fresh vegetables & roasted potatoes (GF, extended cooking time)

$31.00

Wild Bison Meatloaf

Wild rice & bison meatloaf, rosemary demi-glace, fresh vegetables & roasted potatoes (extended cooking time)

$25.50

Chicken Pappardelle

Chicken, prosciutto, brussels sprouts, shallots, garlic, caramelized onions & pappardelle noodles tossed in a white wine cream sauce with garlic bread

$25.50

Mushroom Kale Gnocchi

Gnocchi, mushrooms, kale & parmesan in a white wine sauce - served with garlic bread (Vegetarian)

$22.00

Walleye & Chips

Summit beer-battered walleye & french fries - served with homemade tartar, lemon & red cabbage coleslaw

$24.00

House Risotto

Creamy risotto, cheese & seasonal vegetables served with a side salad, cranberry balsamic vinaigrette & garlic bread - ask us for today's selection (Vegetarian, GFV or Vegan upon request)

$24.00

Baked Walleye

Baked walleye, lemon-herb vinaigrette, spiced sweet potatoes & roasted vegetables (GF)

$27.50

Craft Taps

rotating taps featuring local breweries

Beer Bottles & Cans

Busch Light Pounder, Bud Light, Coors Light, Mich Golden Light, Mich Ultra, Miller Light, Blue Moon, Guinness

Seltzers & Ciders

Press Blackberry-Hibiscus, Nutrl Cranberry, or White Claw Mango Seltzer. Mpls Cider Co Mango Habanero or Orchard Blend, Blake's Triple Berry Cider

Non-Alcoholic

Athletic Hazy IPA or Golden Ale, Summit IPA or Irish Dark, O'doul's Amber, White Claw Black Cherry, Fever Tree Ginger Beer, Tonic, or Ginger Ale. See our Mocktails, too!

Pinot Noir

Meiomi, California

Cabernet Sauvignon

Hands, Washington

Merlot

Velvet Devil, Washington

Red Blend

Moons, California

Sauvignon Blanc

Oyster Bay, New Zealand

Chardonnay

Chateau Ste. Michelle, California

Pinot Grigio

Mezzacorona, Italy

Riesling

Columbia Crest, Washington

Moscato

Seven Daughters, Italy

Prosecco Rose

Ruffino, Washington

GLC Bloody Mary

Crop Harvest Earth Organic Vodka (Princeton, MN) infused with dill, garlic, peppercorns, pickle juice, and celery bitters with fresh bloody mary mix and olive/pickle garnish

Moscow Mule

Fever Tree ginger beer, Absolut, and lime in a copper mug

Sophisticated Lady

Crop Harvest Earth Organic Vodka (Princeton, MN) infused with fresh cucumber, cranberry juice, lime juice

Margarita Perfecta

Hornitos Reposado tequila, Grand Marnier, and hazelnuts in fresh margarita mix

Raspberry Sangria

Red blend, peach schnapps, raspberry puree, lemon-lime soda

Paloma

Hornitos Reposado tequila, Fever Tree sparkling grapefruit, and lime juice with a salt/sugar rim

Old Fashioned

The classic cocktail made with MN spirits: Tattersall Rye whiskey & Sour Cherry, Panther Straight Bourbon Whiskey, and Dashfire Old Fashion Bitters

Lavender Haze Martini

Housemade lavender-lemon syrup with Crop Harvest Earth Organic Vodka

Maple MNHattan

Panther MN Maple Whiskey, sweet vermouth, bitters, Peeters Black Bark Pure maple syrup (Menahga, MN), aged with wood from black swan cooperage (Park Rapids, MN)

Raspberry Ginger Fizz

Fever Tree ginger beer, raspberry, and lime with a Russian tea rim

Beer, Wine & Cocktails

Kids & Seniors

Meatball Marinara

Wild rice bison meatballs and shells in marinara with parmesan

$13.00

Cheese Pizza

Mozzarella & marinara on our flatbread crust

$9.25

BBQ Pork Sandwich

BBQ pulled pork on a brioche bun (GFV upon request)

$11.25

Cheeseburger

/ lb beef patty and cheddar jack on a brioche bun (GFV upon request)

$12.50

Mac & Cheese

Shells in a smoked gouda sauce topped with parmesan

$11.00

Chicken Nuggets

Crispy breaded chicken

$12.00