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The Herkimer Pub & Brewery is one of Mpls.

1. The Herkimer Pub & Brewery

2922 Lyndale Avenue South (btwn W 29th & Lake), Minneapolis, MN
Brewery · Lyn Lake · 110 tips and reviews
Walker Art Center is one of Mpls.

2. Walker Art Center

8.6
1750 Hennepin Ave (at Vineland Pl), Minneapolis, MN
Art Museum · Lowry Hill · 95 tips and reviews
Minnehaha Park is one of Mpls.

3. Minnehaha Park

9.5
4801 S Minnehaha Park Dr, Minneapolis, MN
Park · Hiawatha · 38 tips and reviews
St. Anthony Main Theatre is one of Mpls.

4. St. Anthony Main Theatre

8.6
115 SE Main St (at Central Ave SE), Minneapolis, MN
Movie Theater · Marcy - Holmes · 29 tips and reviews

5. WA Frost & Company

8.6
374 Selby Ave (at Western Ave), Saint Paul, MN
American Restaurant · Summit - University · 82 tips and reviews

Deb F.Deb Franko: Amazing patio. Late night happy hour on the patio is a great way to end the day.

Lyndale Tap House is one of Mpls.

6. Lyndale Tap House

7.0
2937 Lyndale Ave S (btwn Lake St and W 29th St), Minneapolis, MN
Bar · Lyn Lake · 126 tips and reviews

7. Como Park

9.1
1199 Midway Pkwy, Saint Paul, MN
Park · Como Park · 17 tips and reviews

PezPez: Como Park has many trails for those peaceful nature walks!

Izzy's Ice Cream is one of Mpls.

8. Izzy's Ice Cream

1100 S 2nd St (at 11th Ave S), Minneapolis, MN
Ice Cream Parlor · Downtown East · 51 tips and reviews
Izzy's Ice Cream Cafe is one of Mpls.

9. Izzy's Ice Cream Cafe

2034 Marshall Ave (Cleveland), Saint Paul, MN
Dessert Shop · Merriam Park West · 84 tips and reviews
Borough is one of Mpls.

10. Borough

8.2
730 Washington Ave N (at N 8th Ave), Minneapolis, MN
American Restaurant · Warehouse District · 65 tips and reviews

City PagesCity Pages: The dining room walks the line between elegance and easy-going neighborhood hang-out. The food is refined without being overly fussy. Downstairs Parlour serves cutting-edge cocktails.

Gateway Trail (694 & Hwy 36) is one of Mpls.

11. Gateway Trail (694 & Hwy 36)

(Interstate 694 & Highway 36), North Saint Paul, MN
Hiking Trail · 1 tip

12. Stella's Fish Cafe & Prestige Oyster Bar

7.4
1400 W Lake St (at Girard Ave), Minneapolis, MN
Seafood Restaurant · Uptown · 138 tips and reviews

Erin Y.Erin Yeager: Sit at a table on the rooftop with a glass of wine overlooking the best view of the skyline in the twin cities!

13. Amore Uptown

1601 W Lake St (at Irving Ave S), Minneapolis, MN
Italian Restaurant · Uptown · 68 tips and reviews

amy s.amy sisson: Sit on the rooftop!

14. Union Bar & Grill

6.6
731 Hennepin Ave (8th), Minneapolis, MN
American Restaurant · Downtown West · 69 tips and reviews

Alison L.Alison LaPoint: Rooftop is cool but the food is overpriced and only ok. Plus I got food poisoning. Called to report it and didn't hear back for 3 days. No sorry, no please come back. Not good.

Broders' Cucina Italiana is one of Mpls.

15. Broders' Cucina Italiana

8.8
2308 W 50th St (at Penn Ave S), Minneapolis, MN
Italian Restaurant · Fulton · 36 tips and reviews
First Avenue & 7th St Entry is one of Mpls.

16. First Avenue & 7th St Entry

9.4
701 1st Ave N (at 7th St.), Minneapolis, MN
Music Venue · Warehouse District · 129 tips and reviews
Hell's Kitchen is one of Mpls.

17. Hell's Kitchen

8.6
80 S 9th St (Btw Marquette & Nicollet), Minneapolis, MN
New American Restaurant · Downtown West · 310 tips and reviews

18. Sea Salt Eatery

8.9
4825 Minnehaha Ave, Minneapolis, MN
Seafood Restaurant · Hiawatha · 123 tips and reviews

PepsiPepsi: Sit outside and try the fish tacos...You're welcome.

19. The Liffey Rooftop Terrace

201 7th St W, Saint Paul, MN
Restaurant · West Seventh · 15 tips and reviews

Eric W.Eric Wheeler: Here on a summer day? Head to the back to find an awesome rooftop deck.

20. Fulton Brewing Company

9.1
414 6th Ave N (at 5th St. N), Minneapolis, MN
Brewery · North Loop · 77 tips and reviews

Patrick D.Patrick Dokken: It's a great place to get a locally brewed beer. everyone should try it once.

21. Cedar Lake Trail

7.2
Minneapolis, MN
Hiking Trail · Kenwood · 4 tips and reviews

Alissa S.Alissa S.: You can pick up (or get off) the trail at 2nd Ave and Azine Way, through the parking lot behind Marvel Bar. The on/off point by Target Field is closed because of light rail construction.

22. Cossetta's Italian Market & Pizzeria

9.1
211 7th St W (at N Chestnut St.), Saint Paul, MN
Italian Restaurant · West Seventh · 186 tips and reviews

Melissa Y.Melissa Yeager: Try the canolies their to die for.

23. Aster Cafe

8.9
125 SE Main St (btwn Central & SE 3rd Ave), Minneapolis, MN
Coffee Shop · Marcy - Holmes · 101 tips and reviews

Patrick S.Patrick Stephenson: The view of downtown Minneapolis from the tables outside will make you glad to be alive and unblind. Beautiful at night.

24. French Meadow Cafe & Bluestem Bar

8.9
2610 Lyndale Ave S (at 26th St.), Minneapolis, MN
Breakfast Spot · Whittier · 134 tips and reviews

BjørnBjørn: The vegan breakfast with hemp toast is quite good paired with a pint of Alaskan IPA.

25. The French Hen Cafe

8.0
518 Selby Ave (Between Mackubin & Kent), Saint Paul, MN
French Restaurant · Summit - University · 18 tips and reviews

KattyKatty: The French toast is heaven on a plate. Definitely go for Sunday brunch.

26. Salty Tart

920 E Lake St (inside Midtown Global Maket), Minneapolis, MN
Bakery · Phillips · 28 tips and reviews

MPLScoMPLSco: Michelle Gayer-Nicholson is one of the most critically acclaimed chefs in MPLS. You really can't go wrong with any of her creations!

27. Hello Pizza

8.5
3904 Sunnyside Rd, Edina, MN
Pizzeria · 41 tips and reviews

Nik P.Nik Papazois: Awesome pizza by the slice & craft beer. What's not to love?

28. Triple Rock Social Club

629 Cedar Ave S (7th st s), Minneapolis, MN
Rock Club · Cedar-Riverside · 87 tips and reviews

City PagesCity Pages: Voted Best Vegetarian-Friendly Restaurant in the 2010 City Pages best of the Twin Cities. The mock duck po’ boy has a reputation as large as the Triple Rock’s portions.

Ecopolitan is one of Mpls.

29. Ecopolitan

2409 Lyndale Ave S (at 24th Ave S and Lyndale), Minneapolis, MN
Vegan and Vegetarian Restaurant · Whittier · 34 tips and reviews

30. Evergreen Chinese Restaurant

2424 Nicollet Ave, Minneapolis, MN
Chinese Restaurant · Whittier · 20 tips and reviews

Amy K.Amy K: A vegetarian's paradise. DO NOT think you can skip getting the dumplings for an app. they rock fried or steamed. I fantasize almost daily about the pepper fried mock pork. Cheap, cozy, family run. A+!

Spoonriver Restaurant is one of Mpls.

31. Spoonriver Restaurant

750 S 2nd St (at Chicago Ave), Minneapolis, MN
Vegan and Vegetarian Restaurant · Downtown East · 43 tips and reviews

32. Trotter's Cafe

232 Cleveland Ave N (at Marshall Ave), Saint Paul, MN
Café · Merriam Park West · 21 tips and reviews

±radical32±radical32: Organic and local, we couldn't resist scaling Potato Mountain. Not for the faint of heart and well worth the effort.

33. Seward Co-op Grocery & Deli

8.8
2601 East Franklin Avenue (22nd Ave S), Minneapolis, MN
Organic Grocery · Seward · 93 tips and reviews

City PagesCity Pages: Voted Best Vegetarian Friendly Restaurant by City Pages in 2012! It offers an abundant vegetarian and vegan menu that is collectively and lovingly owned by the restaurants' employees and members

34. Birchwood Cafe

3311 E 25th St (at 33rd Ave S), Minneapolis, MN
Vegan and Vegetarian Restaurant · Seward · 104 tips and reviews

Lee Z.Lee Zukor: The savory waffle is to die for! And Local Food Lover card holders get a free dessert here if you buy an entree. Read more.

Pizza Lucé is one of Mpls.

35. Pizza Lucé

8.8
119 N. Fourth St. (2nd Ave. N), Minneapolis, MN
Pizzeria · Warehouse District · 126 tips and reviews

36. Common Roots Cafe

8.0
2558 Lyndale Ave S (at W 26th St.), Minneapolis, MN
Café · Lowry Hill East · 111 tips and reviews

Lee Z.Lee Zukor: Common Roots is a great neighborhood place that supports local farmers. Check out the garden in the back!

Saint Paul Union Depot is one of Mpls.

37. Saint Paul Union Depot

8.7
214 4th St E (at Sibley St), Saint Paul, MN
Rail Station · Lowertown · 11 tips and reviews
Saint Paul Union Depot is one of Mpls.

38. Saint Paul Union Depot

8.7
214 4th St E (at Sibley St), Saint Paul, MN
Rail Station · Lowertown · 11 tips and reviews

NonoahNonoah: Take a break and play the public ping pong table in the waiting room; @UnionTable

Wyalusing State Park is one of Mpls.

39. Wyalusing State Park

7.1
13081 State Park Ln (Hwy X), Bagley, WI
State or Provincial Park · 4 tips and reviews

Charlie W.Charlie Whiskey: Go out past the Green Cloud Picnic and read the Passenger Pigeon Monument. Read more.

Wyalusing State Park is one of Mpls.

40. Wyalusing State Park

7.1
13081 State Park Ln (Hwy X), Bagley, WI
State or Provincial Park · 4 tips and reviews
Minnehaha Falls is one of Mpls.

41. Minnehaha Falls

9.4
4801 S Minnehaha Park Dr, Minneapolis, MN
Waterfall · Hiawatha · 74 tips and reviews

C F.C F: Don't leave without eating an order of peel and eat shrimp from Sea Salt. It pairs nicely with a Surly and a Sebastian Joe's ice cream.

42. Surly Brewing Co

4811 Dusharme Dr, Minneapolis, MN
Brewery · 50 tips and reviews

City PagesCity Pages: "Voted Best Local Beer by City Pages in 2012! Even with all the micro-brew newcomers, Surly remains to be one of the tastiest brews around. We recommend trying Furious, Bender, or Darkness!"

Nicollet Island Inn is one of Mpls.

43. Nicollet Island Inn

7.9
95 Merriam St, Minneapolis, MN
Restaurant · University · 24 tips and reviews

City PagesCity Pages: Voted Best Brunch by City Pages in 2011! They have creme brulee french toast, mini eggs benedict, and even strip steak! Definitely a place for indulgence!

Cheapo Records is one of Mpls.

44. Cheapo Records

6.9
2600 Nicollet Ave, Minneapolis, MN
Record Store · Whittier · 22 tips and reviews

Ryan M.Ryan McGoff: Cheapo has an enormous (borderline intimidating, really) selection of music, where you can get lost for hours. Used music is mixed in with the new, so you can find a great deal without too much fuss.

45. Dinkytown

Minneapolis, MN
Neighborhood · 8 tips and reviews

Santa E.Santa Erik: Dinkytown is THE social core of UofM life. Centered just off the east bank campus it provides food & beverage for the active resident student population of almost 30,000 students.

Tin Fish is one of Mpls.

46. Tin Fish

3000 E Calhoun Pkwy (at Lake St), Minneapolis, MN
Seafood Restaurant · Uptown · 61 tips and reviews

Frederick G.Frederick Gotfredson: The line is always long. Go to the express beer and wine window, grab a snack and a beer for the wait, by the time you order you will have a proper buzz on!

47. Bread & Pickle

7.3
4135 W Lake Harriet Pkwy (at the bandshell), Minneapolis, MN
Snack Place · Linden Hills · 19 tips and reviews

Kristi R.Kristi Roen: Awesome veggie and hummus wrap for 5 bucks. Can't wait to try a burger!

Minneapolis Institute of Art is one of Mpls.

48. Minneapolis Institute of Art

9.4
2400 3rd Ave S, Minneapolis, MN
Art Museum · Whittier · 112 tips and reviews

Niqui R.Niqui Rodger (ruiz): It's free and it's a nice place to walk around on a day off. The sculpture garden is also right there.

Loring Park is one of Mpls.

49. Loring Park

8.8
1382 Willow St (btwn Harmon Pl & W 15th St), Minneapolis, MN
Park · Loring Park · 52 tips and reviews
Guthrie Theater is one of Mpls.

50. Guthrie Theater

9.2
818 S 2nd St (at Portland Ave S), Minneapolis, MN
Theater · Downtown East · 112 tips and reviews

Aaron L.Aaron Landry: Enjoy the view from the end of the endless bridge.

Stone Arch Bridge is one of Mpls.

51. Stone Arch Bridge

9.4
100 Portland Ave, Minneapolis, MN
Bridge · Marcy - Holmes · 55 tips and reviews

HISTORYHISTORY: Built in 1882-83, the bridge is recognized as a National Civil Engineering Landmark. In 1994 the bridge was converted into a pedestrian and bike trail & offers a panoramic view of St. Anthony Falls.

I Like You - Handmade Gifts is one of Mpls.

52. I Like You - Handmade Gifts

8.3
501 1st Ave NE (at 5th St NE), Minneapolis, MN
Gift Store · Windom Park · 13 tips and reviews

Lucky MagazineLucky Magazine: This Northeast Minneapolis shop feels like a real-life Etsy, with local artists, such as screen printers Adam Yurman and Too Many Suitors, and totally non-kitschy Minnesota-themed souvenirs. Read more.

Punch Neapolitan Pizza is one of Mpls.

53. Punch Neapolitan Pizza

9.1
210 E Hennepin Ave (at University Ave), Minneapolis, MN
Pizzeria · University · 65 tips and reviews

MPLScoMPLSco: Punch Pizza has the best crust ever. Try the Margherita!

Punch Neapolitan Pizza is one of Mpls.

54. Punch Neapolitan Pizza

8.3
802 Washington Ave SE (at Oak St.), Minneapolis, MN
Pizzeria · University · 28 tips and reviews

Mpls.St.Paul MagazineMpls.St.Paul Magazine: Try the Toto. With a light touch of cheese, peppery arugula, and the bite of garlic and red pepper, this pie is all business.—Mpls.St.Paul Magazine, February 2011

Nelson's Cheese and Deli is one of Mpls.

55. Nelson's Cheese and Deli

8.4
1562 Como Ave, Saint Paul, MN
Sandwich Spot · Como Park · 35 tips and reviews
Muffin Top Cafe is one of Mpls.

56. Muffin Top Cafe

6.9
1424 Nicollet Ave (East 15th St), Minneapolis, MN
Coffee Shop · Loring Park · 8 tips and reviews

James C.James Carnes: Best damn coffee house and cafe

Hanisch Bakery and Coffee Shop is one of Mpls.

57. Hanisch Bakery and Coffee Shop

8.5
410 W 3rd St (Bush St), Red Wing, MN
Bakery · 22 tips and reviews
Best of Times Bookstore is one of Mpls.

58. Best of Times Bookstore

425 W 3rd St (btw East Ave & Bush St), Red Wing, MN
Bookstore · 2 tips and reviews

59. Cummings Books

417 14th Ave SE, Minneapolis, MN
Bookstore · Dinkytown · No tips or reviews
Lark Toys is one of Mpls.

60. Lark Toys

8.9
63604 170th Ave (Lark Ln), Kellogg, MN
Toy Store · 8 tips and reviews
Woodfire Grill is one of Mpls.

61. Woodfire Grill

8.4
301 Bell St, Dubuque, IA
Steakhouse · 6 tips and reviews
Acadia Cafe is one of Mpls.

62. Acadia Cafe

7.5
329 Cedar Ave S, Minneapolis, MN
Bar · Cedar-Riverside · 52 tips and reviews
Vicinity Coffee is one of Mpls.

63. Vicinity Coffee

3350 Lyndale Ave S (34th St. W.), Minneapolis, MN
Coffee Shop · CARAG · 53 tips and reviews
Sebastian Joe's Ice Cream Cafe is one of Mpls.

64. Sebastian Joe's Ice Cream Cafe

8.9
1007 W Franklin Ave (Hennepin Ave. S.), Minneapolis, MN
Ice Cream Parlor · Lowry Hill · 101 tips and reviews
Bde Maka Ska is one of Mpls.

65. Bde Maka Ska

3000 E Calhoun Pkwy (btwn Lake St. & 38th St. W.), Minneapolis, MN
Lake · West Calhoun · 78 tips and reviews

66. Bde Maka Ska

3000 E Calhoun Pkwy (btwn Lake St. & 38th St. W.), Minneapolis, MN
Lake · West Calhoun · 78 tips and reviews

City PagesCity Pages: Voted Best Lake by City Pages in 2010. The beaches are clean, the characters are plentiful, and even if you don’t feel like going for a dunk, there are sailing opportunities and people-watching galore

The Midtown Greenway is one of Mpls.

67. The Midtown Greenway

8.1
btw Chowen Ave S and West River Pkwy, Minneapolis, MN
Hiking Trail · Lyn Lake · 21 tips and reviews

68. The Midtown Greenway

8.1
btw Chowen Ave S and West River Pkwy, Minneapolis, MN
Hiking Trail · Lyn Lake · 21 tips and reviews

Owen N.Owen Nitka: The longest urban bike trail in the country. This is one of the main reasons for MPLS being named the best biking city in the US. Get on two wheels and hit it!

69. Spyhouse Coffee

7.8
2451 Nicollet Ave (at E 25th St), Minneapolis, MN
Coffee Shop · Whittier · 87 tips and reviews

City PagesCity Pages: Voted top 10 coffee shops! Sip and savor the complexly flavored beans. Spyhouse makes the sort of coffee drinks where tasting notes are actually relevant.

Minneapolis Sculpture Garden is one of Mpls.

70. Minneapolis Sculpture Garden

9.1
725 Vineland Pl (at Hennepin Ave), Minneapolis, MN
Sculpture Garden · Lowry Hill · 71 tips and reviews
Roberts Bird Sanctuary is one of Mpls.

71. Roberts Bird Sanctuary

4124 Roseway Rd (at Lake Harriet Blvd), Minneapolis, MN
Other Great Outdoors · East Harriet · 3 tips and reviews
Lake Harriet is one of Mpls.

72. Lake Harriet

9.3
Lake Harriet Pkwy., Minneapolis, MN
Lake · Linden Hills · 37 tips and reviews
TAO Natural Foods is one of Mpls.

73. TAO Natural Foods

8.5
2200 Hennepin Ave, Minneapolis, MN
Acupuncture Clinic · Lowry Hill · 31 tips and reviews
Historic Trempealeau Hotel is one of Mpls.

74. Historic Trempealeau Hotel

7.7
11332 Main St, Trempealeau, WI
American Restaurant · 12 tips and reviews
My Huong Kitchen is one of Mpls.

75. My Huong Kitchen

8.0
2718 Nicollet Ave #101B, Minneapolis, MN
Sandwich Spot · Whittier · 21 tips and reviews
Red Wing is one of Mpls.

76. Red Wing

8.5
315 Main St, Red Wing, MN
Shoe Store · 10 tips and reviews