Deirdre’s Guidebook to Lake Minnetonka

Deirdre
Deirdre’s Guidebook to Lake Minnetonka

Food Scene

This is my local favorite Italian restaurant. A quick drive or walking distance from my home, food is great, outdoor seating in good weather and a good bar scene. https://www.spassomn.com/
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Spasso
17523 Minnetonka Blvd
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This is my local favorite Italian restaurant. A quick drive or walking distance from my home, food is great, outdoor seating in good weather and a good bar scene. https://www.spassomn.com/
This is a favorite smoothie and juice bar for all the locals. A healthy alternative to ice cream! https://nauticalbowls.com/
Nautical Bowls
3432 County Road 101
This is a favorite smoothie and juice bar for all the locals. A healthy alternative to ice cream! https://nauticalbowls.com/
Quick little breakfast place within walking distance. https://www.beanhaven.com/
Beanhaven Cafe
18154 Minnetonka Blvd
Quick little breakfast place within walking distance. https://www.beanhaven.com/
If you want good food with a an active bar scene and amazing view of Lake Minnetonka, this is it! Its a very popular spot thats active all the time. It gets loud though, so don't go here for a quiet meal!
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COV Wayzata
700 Lake St E
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If you want good food with a an active bar scene and amazing view of Lake Minnetonka, this is it! Its a very popular spot thats active all the time. It gets loud though, so don't go here for a quiet meal!
Wayzata's take on the modern diner. Food is yummy and fun for everyone! Family friendly and an upscale setting.
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Benedict's
845 Lake St E
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Wayzata's take on the modern diner. Food is yummy and fun for everyone! Family friendly and an upscale setting.
McCormicks is a special place for me as it was my mother and my's go-to place for a special night out. There is a traditional Irish pub on one side and an elegant upscale restaurant on the other. the food is great and the staff always friendly and courteous. Plus it overlooks Lake Minnetonka -- its got it all! https://www.mccormicks.pub/
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McCormick's Pub and Restaurant
331 Broadway Ave S
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McCormicks is a special place for me as it was my mother and my's go-to place for a special night out. There is a traditional Irish pub on one side and an elegant upscale restaurant on the other. the food is great and the staff always friendly and courteous. Plus it overlooks Lake Minnetonka -- its got it all! https://www.mccormicks.pub/
Traditional diner for a quick meal. And they deliver!
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Maggie's Restaurant
844 Lake St E
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Traditional diner for a quick meal. And they deliver!
Great Chinese food, my favorite take-out. https://www.jadefountainmn.com/
Jade Fountain Chinese Restaurant
838 Lake St E
Great Chinese food, my favorite take-out. https://www.jadefountainmn.com/
Everyone knows 6Smith around here. I'd say it is one of the most popular bar/restaurants in the area. They are known for their craft cocktails, even being named one of the top 40 bars in MN by the MPLS St. Paul Magazine. Food is excellent and you can't beat the location. Its right on the water! https://www.6smith.com/hours-location
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6Smith
294 Grove Ln E
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Everyone knows 6Smith around here. I'd say it is one of the most popular bar/restaurants in the area. They are known for their craft cocktails, even being named one of the top 40 bars in MN by the MPLS St. Paul Magazine. Food is excellent and you can't beat the location. Its right on the water! https://www.6smith.com/hours-location
Most popular place in the summer in Excelsior! Right on the water, great scene, always fun! http://maynards-excelsior.com/
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Maynards
685 Excelsior Blvd
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Most popular place in the summer in Excelsior! Right on the water, great scene, always fun! http://maynards-excelsior.com/
Fantastic performances on Wednesdays with their open stage drag contest. any night of the week is a great time. https://gay90s.com/
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Gay 90s
408 Hennepin Ave
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Fantastic performances on Wednesdays with their open stage drag contest. any night of the week is a great time. https://gay90s.com/

Arts & Culture

Immersive Van Gogh Ukubukeka Minneapolis
1515 Central Ave NE
Wonderful exhibits and performances, beautiful sculpture garden and mini-golf!! https://walkerart.org/
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I-Center ye-Art ye-Walker
725 Vineland Pl
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Wonderful exhibits and performances, beautiful sculpture garden and mini-golf!! https://walkerart.org/
https://www.minnesotaorchestra.org/
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Minnesota Orchestra
1111 Nicollet Mall
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https://www.minnesotaorchestra.org/

Essentials

Wonderful foods and natural options to choose from. Also within walking distance!
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Lakewinds Food Co-op Minnetonka MN
17501 Minnetonka Blvd
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Wonderful foods and natural options to choose from. Also within walking distance!
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Cub Foods
8015 Den Rd
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Local gas station in the same center as Lakewinds Co-op and Spasso. It also does repairs if needed and has a drive-through car wash.
BP
4311 Shoreline Dr
Local gas station in the same center as Lakewinds Co-op and Spasso. It also does repairs if needed and has a drive-through car wash.
Tonka Bottle Shop
17616 Minnetonka Blvd
The Wine Shop
17521 Minnetonka Blvd
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Mall of America station
Ikea Way
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Local gas station and convenience store on the corner of 101 and Minnetonka Blvd. http://www.holidaystationstores.com/Locations/Detail?storeNumber=377
Holiday Gas Station
3615 Pilot Knob Road
Local gas station and convenience store on the corner of 101 and Minnetonka Blvd. http://www.holidaystationstores.com/Locations/Detail?storeNumber=377

Everything Else

My gym until Covid hit. Great staff and workout. https://www.orangetheory.com/en-us/locations/minnesota/minnetonka/4703-county-road-101/?utm_medium=seo&utm_source=gg&utm_term=tombras&utm_campaign=reputationdotcom--National
Orangetheory Fitness
4703 County Road 101
My gym until Covid hit. Great staff and workout. https://www.orangetheory.com/en-us/locations/minnesota/minnetonka/4703-county-road-101/?utm_medium=seo&utm_source=gg&utm_term=tombras&utm_campaign=reputationdotcom--National
Life Time Athletic
755 Prairie Center Dr
Lakeside Nails & Spa
18202 Minnetonka Blvd
Fusion Lifespa
18142 Minnetonka Blvd
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Valleyfair
1 Valley Fair Dr
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Sightseeing

The beach is across the street and a short 900 ft walk down Robinson’s Bay Road!
Robinsons bay beach
Robinson Bay Road
The beach is across the street and a short 900 ft walk down Robinson’s Bay Road!
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Minnehaha Falls
4801 S Minnehaha Dr
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Minneapolis Stone Arch Bridge
100 Portland Ave
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Neighborhoods

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Wayzata
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Excelsior
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Deephaven
Minnetonka