Opening hours
Closed · opens 7:00 AM
| Monday | 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM |
| Thursday | 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM |
| Friday | 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM |
| Saturday | 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM |
| Sunday | 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM |
Local time in Sauk Centre: 4:13 AM (CST). Holiday hours may differ – call (320) 200-4223 to confirm.
Location & directions
526 Elm Street SouthSauk Centre, MN 56378
About The Ding Dong Cafe
The Ding Dong Cafe is an American restaurant you'll find at 526 Elm Street South in Sauk Centre, Minnesota. It is one of 8 places to eat and drink we list in Sauk Centre.
The Ding Dong Cafe is open daily, 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
Available service options are dine-in. On the menu: breakfast.
For questions or orders, call (320) 200-4223.
Quick facts
- Category
- American Restaurant · Breakfast
- Address
- 526 Elm Street South, Sauk Centre, MN 56378
- Phone
- (320) 200-4223
- Hours
- Open daily, 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM
- Listing updated
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Popular times
Usually busiest around 12 PM on Saturdays; one of the quieter times is around 9 AM on weekdays.
Based on typical visit patterns for American restaurants and this venue’s opening hours.
How the hours compare
We compared The Ding Dong Cafe’s weekday schedule with 149 other American restaurants in Minnesota. On a typical weekday it opens at 7:00 AM, earlier than 76% of them (the typical opening time is 11:00 AM) and closes at 2:00 PM, earlier than most (typical closing time: 9:00 PM).
In total it is open about 49 hours a week, 25 hours fewer than the local median of 74. 87% of American restaurants in Minnesota open on Sundays, and The Ding Dong Cafe is one of them.
Compared with 149 other American restaurants in Minnesota that list their hours in our guide.
Typical prices for American restaurants in Minnesota
Based on 37 menus with 2,143 priced items from American restaurants in Minnesota, the median menu item costs $12.95, and half of all items are priced between $6.85 and $17.95.
We don’t have The Ding Dong Cafe’s own menu on file yet, so use these figures as a guide to what American restaurants in Minnesota typically charge.
| Item | On menus | Typical price |
|---|---|---|
| Grilled Cheese | 38% | $8.75 |
| Patty Melt | 27% | $12.97 |
| Cheese Curds | 22% | $12.75 |
| Reuben | 22% | $17.00 |
| Taco Salad | 22% | $14.00 |
| Onion Rings | 22% | $12.47 |
| Walleye Sandwich | 22% | $19.48 |
| Chicken Strips | 19% | $9.95 |
Calculated from 37 menus in our guide. Prices vary by location and change over time.
Features & amenities
Service options
- Dine-in
The neighborhood
Within a 10-minute walk (half a mile) of The Ding Dong Cafe there is 1 other place to eat and drink in our guide, and 5 within one mile. By type, the places within a mile include Cafes & Coffee (1), Burgers & Fast Food (1), Mexican & Tex-Mex (1), and Bakeries & Desserts (1).
Nearest places of other kinds
- Sandwiches & DelisSubway0.4 mi
- Bakeries & DessertsDQ Grill & Chill0.6 mi
- Burgers & Fast FoodHardee's0.6 mi
- Cafes & CoffeeCaribou Coffee0.7 mi
- Mexican & Tex-MexTaco Bell0.8 mi
What to expect at an American restaurant
American restaurants cover a lot of ground: the neighborhood diner with a counter and bottomless coffee, the family restaurant with a long laminated menu, the gastropub doing elevated comfort food, and the “New American” kitchen that builds a short seasonal menu around local farms. What ties them together is a menu built on familiar staples – burgers, sandwiches, salads, steaks, fried chicken and pasta – plus regional favorites that change as you cross the country.
What to order
- Cheeseburger – the benchmark dish; a good one tells you how seriously the kitchen takes its basics
- Chicken-fried steak or fried chicken – a comfort classic, especially in the South and Midwest
- Mac and cheese – often a house side that doubles as a main
- A regional specialty – look for anything named after the town or state on the menu
Good to know
- Portions are generous; sharing a starter or ordering a half portion is common and rarely frowned upon.
- Weekday lunch specials and early-bird dinners often cost noticeably less than the regular menu.
- Tipping 18–20% on table service is standard across the US.
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Frequently asked questions
What are The Ding Dong Cafe's opening hours?
Open daily, 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM. Monday: 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM; Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM; Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM; Thursday: 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM; Friday: 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM; Saturday: 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM; Sunday: 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
Is The Ding Dong Cafe open on Sunday?
Yes, The Ding Dong Cafe is open on Sundays: 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
Where is The Ding Dong Cafe located?
The Ding Dong Cafe is located at 526 Elm Street South, Sauk Centre, MN 56378.
What is the phone number of The Ding Dong Cafe?
You can call The Ding Dong Cafe at (320) 200-4223.
Does The Ding Dong Cafe offer delivery or takeout?
Delivery is not listed for The Ding Dong Cafe. Listed service options: dine-in.
Is The Ding Dong Cafe open late?
No, The Ding Dong Cafe usually closes before 10 PM.
What else is near The Ding Dong Cafe?
There are 5 other places to eat and drink within a mile of The Ding Dong Cafe. Nearby options include Subway (0.4 mi), DQ Grill & Chill (0.6 mi), and Hardee's (0.6 mi).
How much do American restaurants in Minnesota cost?
Based on 37 menus with 2,143 priced items from American restaurants in Minnesota, the median menu item costs $12.95, and half of all items are priced between $6.85 and $17.95.
Nearby places
All in Sauk Centre
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