Gai Noi is my favorite place to bring guests! The food, ambience, and service is always 10/10. Get the veggie egg rolls!
Gai Noi
A free museum (although donations are accepted) that promotes culture through rotating curated exhibits. If you enjoy walking through different times in history, can appreciate various mediums of art, set aside 2-3 hours to enjoy all this museum has ...
Minneapolis Institute of Art
Owned by Louise Erdrich, this bookstore is a staple in the Minneapolis community. While the focus of the bookstore is indigenous stories and authors, there is a wide range of books and good available for all visitors to enjoy.
Birchbark Books & Native Arts
Two words: Nicollet Pothole.
Thank me later!
Sebastian Joe's
Fast casual place that has been in the industry for years. I love the tea offerings with a quick bite to eat for lunch.
Quang Restaurant
When you visit Baldamar, go hungry. Every dish is decadent and rich in flavor. The offerings are incredible, and oddly enough, I recommend the bread and butter flight. All service members are incredibly knowledgable and warm.
Baldamar
Nothing beats an outdoor sculpture garden on a beautiful day. Perfect for your IG to commemorate your trip to Minneapolis.
Walker Art Center
This is my favorite concert venue in the city! Modified from an airplane hangar, the acoustics are great, bars line both sides of the venue from the stage area to the doors, and I've always had a great experience at the Armory!
The Armory
Creative cocktails and delectable eats PLUS an incredible space filled with greenery? It's a win-win-win. Add this spot to your list for a great representation of NE Minneapolis.
Earl Giles
An Uptown staple! Stop by M&Q before heading to the lake.
Magers & Quinn Booksellers
My favorite lake walk in the city. It's nearly a perfect 3-mile walk with gorgeous scenery. If you're looking for a longer walk, Bde Maka Ska is connected to Lake of the Isles and close to Lake Harriet as well!
Explore the Bde Maka Ska-Isles Neighborhood in Minneapolis
BUILD TACOS NOT WALLS. Another place I have to take guests when they visit the city. The agua frescas, the birria, the carne asada tacos - top 3 menu items for me.
Taqueria y Birrieria las Cuatro Milpas
Mystic Lake is roughly 35 minutes away from the city, but if you have relatives that enjoy visiting the casino, this one is the best (in my opinion).
Mystic Lake Casino Hotel
Honour Coffee and Juice Bar is located in NE Minneapolis and a fun place to visit for a few reasons. 1) they have a parking lot! 2) the seasonal drinks are fun. 3) the espresso is always fresh. 4) the juices and acai bowls are made in house and alway...
Honour Coffee & Raw Juice
Now this is THE spot for coffee, BUT be prepared to drive 25 mins out of the city, and for it to be busy. It's a gorgeous place with seating and parking, but it's popular for a reason. I recommend the banana bread latte :)