After almost 2 years of planning and waiting, and waiting...Union Coffee Cafe has finally come to fruition! Here is a sneak preview of the end product, and I'm happy to say, it is worth the wait.
At first, word on the street was it would be named Area 56. For those of you who don't know, Area 57 in Wanamingo is one of the most awarded cafes in southern Minnesota, according to the Star and Tribune. It has won awards for "Best Cafe" several years in a row, and believe me, they earn that title. Well, the owners of the cafe decided Dodge Center needed to have one of their cafes, too, so the project began. With supply and demand issues, and permits to be gotten, the process took a bit longer than expected. They started from the ground up, and it truly is a sight to behold.
We will be doing a full article in the next issue of the Messenger, but we couldn't wait to tell you that Union Coffee Cafe is now open for business! They have a menu quite like Area 57, but with added features, appetizers and burgers. I popped in for my sneak preview, and there were quite a few cars still in the lot at 7 pm. It is beautifully designed, and the hours are Monday through Friday from 7;30 am to 7:30 pm, and Saturdays from 7:30 am to 3 pm. They will be closed on Sundays.
Located at 221 McNeilus Drive in Dodge Center, you can eat in or carry out, and I'd bet my bottom dollar that once you try it, you will become a regular customer.
