Firehouse Mutt's

I was nearly speechless after just one bite of the Brunswick Stew from the buffet. But let's be honest: I'm a radio guy; when was a radio guy ever kept speechless? "This soup did not come from a bag," I said between bites. "This is amazing!"

We were going out for lunch. My wife's parents suggested Mutt's BBQ, so off we went.

The restaurant was in a log building on the corner of West Road and Highway 14. Being from northern Minnesota, I loved the style. Inside I glanced at the menu. Melissa said, "The lunch buffet is only twelve ninety-nine, including desserts and a drink."

I looked down the ro...