Punch's kid-friendliness is so enticing it's driven. Parents can dive into decadent salads and pizzas while the wee ones order kid-sized versions that are just as tasty.
Voted Best Museum of 2013! With the exception of special exhibits, the halls are always free. And not only indulge in the art but listen to live music and drink to your heart's content. Read more.
Voted Best Bookstore of 2013! In the new St. Paul location one side houses a well-organized bookshop, while the other has a wide-open presentation area perfect for intimate readings. Read more.
Voted Best Record Store for Vinyl of 2013! This Uptown mainstay has never strayed from its roots: a no-nonsense record-slinger with one of the best selections in Minnesota. Read more.
Here you'll find a wealth of options - everything from tacos to camel burgers, fresh fruits & vegetables to burgers & fries, all in a wide-open, welcoming space that's great for letting kids run free.
Diner food and a train car, these are the moments when a lifetime of memories are formed. Juices are served promptly, & the food takes seconds to arrive from the nearby grill.
The route is nearly six miles long, if you're bicycling from St. Paul, the Greenway connects with the Light Rail Trail for a quick trip into downtown. Read more.
The sophisticated Mexi Cocoa is a hit! Made with cayenne and allspice for depth and heat but finished with a generous dollop of fresh whipped cream to temper it.This a sweet treat for after dinner!
Of their seasonal flavors, the maple cinnamon donut yogurt is the best, and surprisingly tastes exactly like it sounds. TruBerry charges 48 cents/ounce. Read more.
The dulce de leche cupcake's tender white cake is stuffed with milky caramel and spiked with a welcome hit of salt. It's sweet, creamy, tender, and perfectly sized for a two-bite finish.
The lake was donated to Minneapolis in 1885. There's an "elf house" carved into the base of an ash tree. For years one could leave a letter for the elf supposedly living there & sometimes get a reply.
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
Really great night time happy hour crowd. Its a little upscale without breaking your budget.
