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Northfield, MN

Some evenings are best soft-served.

From the first swirl of a vanilla treat on a summer evening to burgers that feel like home — we're the spot where Northfield comes together, one visit at a time.

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910
Water St S
5★
Local Favorite
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Good Times
Dairy Queen interior with warm lighting and counter service
Close-up of a Dairy Queen Blizzard treat with toppings
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Fresh Soft Serve
Every Day
Made right here, served right now
Blizzards
Soft Serve
Hamburgers
Hot Dogs
Fried Food
Root Beer Floats
Quesadillas
Chocolate Treats
Blizzards
Soft Serve
Hamburgers
Hot Dogs
Fried Food
Root Beer Floats
Quesadillas
Chocolate Treats
Dairy Queen storefront on Water Street Northfield
Cozy dining area inside Dairy Queen
Employee serving a customer at the counter
Our Story

A Northfield tradition you can taste

Nestled right on Water Street, Dairy Queen has been a part of Northfield's rhythm for as long as anyone can remember. It's where Friday night crowds spill out after the game, where kids press their faces against the freezer case, and where a simple vanilla cone can turn an ordinary Tuesday into something worth remembering.

We don't take ourselves too seriously, but we take our food seriously — from the soft serve that gets churned fresh every day to the flame-broiled burgers that keep people coming back. This is your neighborhood spot. Pull up a seat.

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Hearty Burgers
Made to order, cooked right
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Fresh Soft Serve
Churned daily, served cold
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Real Root Beer
Floats & drafts on tap
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Drive-Thru
Quick & easy, every time
The Experience

Why people keep coming back

It's not just what we serve — it's the feeling you get when you walk in.

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Feels Like Home

Warm lighting, friendly faces, and the kind of atmosphere where strangers become regulars after one visit.

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Fast & Friendly

Order at the counter, grab a table, and let us handle the rest. Drive-thru available when you're in a rush.

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Family-Friendly

Kids love the treats, parents love the coffee, and everyone leaves happy. That's the Dairy Queen way.

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Local & Proud

We're right here on Water Street — part of the Northfield fabric, supporting local events and showing up when it counts.

What People Say

Words from our neighbors

Don't take our word for it — here's what Northfield has to say.

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This place is our Friday night tradition. The kids go crazy for the Blizzards and I actually look forward to the coffee. Can't imagine not having this on Water Street.

M
Local Regular
Northfield resident
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Came through town for a Red Fox game and stopped here on a whim. Best burger I've had in the area, hands down. The staff was incredibly welcoming too.

J
Visitor
Game day stop
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There's something really special about a place that feels like it actually cares. The soft serve is always fresh, the fries are crispy, and nobody rushes you. Perfect.

S
Daily Visitor
Coffee & cone lover
Come Say Hello

Your table is waiting

Whether you're craving a Blizzard on a hot afternoon, a proper burger after class, or just somewhere to unwind — we've got a seat with your name on it.

Call Us Today
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Find Us

910 Water St S
Northfield, MN 55057

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Give Us a Ring

(123) 926-5486

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Hours

Mon – Thu: 10am – 10pm
Fri – Sat: 10am – 11pm
Sunday: 11am – 9pm

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Easy Parking

Free parking lot available
behind the restaurant

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