Wild Bill’s Opens In Woodbury

Just four hours after it opened in Woodbury, was humming Monday afternoon.

“It’s been busy,” said Mike Tupa, who owns all four Wild Bill’s locations.

The renovation of the went well, and the restaurant, at 546 Commons Drive, opened on time, Tupa said.

Outside Wild Bill’s after lunch on Monday was Cottage Grove resident Steve Hardy, who said he enjoyed his burger. He said Wild Bill’s seems like a fun place and he could picture it becoming a good night spot for Woodbury.

“The theme seemed pretty cool,” Hardy said.

Customers can expect friendly service, fresh food and a casual atmosphere, Tupa said. It’s also a peanut bar.

“Shells can hit the floor, no problem,” he said.

Tupa also touted the never-frozen burgers, house-made chicken tenders and ribs at Wild Bill’s.

“Our ribs our awesome,” he said. “Slow roasted, fall off the bone—people love them.”

A Minnesota native, Tupa said Wild Bill’s focuses on the comfort foods he grew up with. “We take pride in those items.”

Wild Bill’s has 50 high-definition televisions.

“You’ll always be able to catch the games here,” Tupa said.

Plans are still in the works for a patio, which should be open when the weather turns next spring, Tupa said.

The restaurant is also known for its happy hour and daily food specials, he said. There will also be deejays on Friday and Saturday nights.

“We’re excited to be in Woodbury,” Tupa said.