Community Park is a neighbor favorite and a great place to gather. There are Plenty of activities for the sporty types to enjoy, including football/soccer, tennis, softball/baseball, and basketball. There is an ice rink with a warming house, too. There are walking/running trails for those who are more into solitary activities, too. The kids will be happy in the play area. There is a picnic shelter, which is a good place to take a break and have a bite to eat.
Curtiss Field is named after Curtiss Northwest Airport, one of the first airports in Minnesota, and it occupies a corner of what used to be that airport. It's a cozy neighborhood park, perfect those with children. There is a playground for the little ones to play freely, and there are picnic tables when you need a break/want to read/want to eat some food. There is a skating rink for the winter with a warming house, and a basketball court coming soon.
University Grove is a unique neighborhood in Falcon Heights that was created to attract faculty and staff to the University of Minnesota in which each house was individually designed and built. The park has open green spaces that are great to stroll through as well as a playground for children. There are park benches and picnic tables when you need a moment of respite. There is also a ice skating/hockey rink for skating in the winter. There are exercise stations, too.
Colossal Cafe was opened in 2011 by John and Elizabeth Tinucci and was the second of three Colossal Cafes in the Twin Cities. It is in the neighboring city of Como, which makes it easily accessible for Falcon Heights residents. It has a cozy and intimate atmosphere with great service. The food is classic American fare that is made from scratch every day. The breakfast menu includes Sage Pork and Bison (biscuit), Flip, Flappers, Ham, Hash Brown and Swiss (omelet). They have Take-Home Pot Pies and Take-Home Ribs. For lunch, there's House Smoked Trout (sandwich), Cubano, and Macaroni and Cheese. You can pre-order online.
Dino's Mediterranean Fresh is a Greek restaurant that is part of a local chain. Dino and Vana Adamidis started serving up their delicious Mediterranean food in 1975, and the restaurants are still in the family today. They wanted to bring the flavors of Dino's Greek hometown to the Twin Cities in the form of delicious gyros. The restaurant is open and welcoming, and the staff members are great. They focus on fresh and tasty ingredients, and their menu includes gyros, a rice bowl, baklava, and hummus. They do catering, too.
Eggroll Queen Music Cafe was opened in late 2019 by Mai Vang after she spent years selling egg rolls out of her living room and then food truck. She had support from the community, and she wants to be a gathering place for the community. The decor is woodsy and cozy, and the atmosphere is inviting. The service is cheerful, and the live music adds to the festive energy. Foodwise, the star of the menu is the jumbo egg roll. One is almost a meal in and of itself, and they offer traditional, specialty, and dessert egg rolls. They also have cafe foods such as waffles and a sausage, egg, and cheese breakfast sandwich. There also have Asian dishes such as chicken teriyaki and fried rice. They have gluten-free options for their dishes that include bread. On the drink side, they have tea, coffee, and beer/wine.
Finnish Bistro Coffee & Cafe was established in 2004 by Solie Anderson and taken over by a friend of the family, Sandra Weise in 2013. It is in the neighboring city of St. Anthony Park. Solie has been bringing the tastes of her homeland, Finland, to the Twin Cities for decades, and Sandra Weise has continued that tradition. They have gotten national recognition for their work. The place has a homey feel to it, and the service is friendly. The menu includes Oatcakes, Finish Traditional Breakfast, Baltic Pizza, and Beef Pastry. They have an extensive drink menu as well with drinks such as London Fog, Mocha Latte, and Main Root Ginger Brew. They also have takeout and delivery.
New Wok is an Asian restaurant that serves classic Chinese and Japanese fare. The decor reflects the Asian influence, and the atmosphere is cozy while the service is friendly. The menu is vast and offers a variety of foods. The Chinese menu includes fried rice, chow mein, lo mein, and chow mei fun/ho fun. The Japanese menu has dishes such as maki, sushi, Japanese fried rice, and hibachi. They also have a vegetable section, a health food section, and a chef's suggestion section as well. They have online order and party trays, too.
Falcon Crossing was built in 1982, is all brick and 25,000 square feet, and has been a staple of the neighborhood ever since. The stores include Merwin Liquors and Banana Buybacks. If you're looking on the health/beauty side of things, there is a Snap Fitness 24-7 and Young Spa. If you're hungry, try New Fresh Wok or Toppers Pizza.
Hair Designs Unlimited Day Spa and Salon is located in the Falcon Center, and they offer a wide variety of health and beauty services. The staff members are funny and friendly, and they want to pamper you so you can walk out feeling better than you did when you walked in. They offer haircuts, hair coloring, hair treatments, and perms. They have nail care (such as gel nails and manicures), skin care (including facials and waxing), and massages (different kinds and spa packages). It's a great way to treat yourself and practice some self-care.
Stout's Pub & Grill is a pub that has a relaxed and comfortable atmosphere with friendly service. It has a down-home feel to it that is welcoming. There are flat screen televisions if you want to cheer on your local sports teams with your friends while lifting a few pints. The menu includes Wood Fired Nachos, Super Stout (burger), Sausage Bianca (pizza), and Slow Roasted Pulled Pork Sandwich. On the drink side, they have beer, specialty cocktails, and wine.
The Bell Museum first opened in 1872 on the University of Minnesota Minneapolis campus by mandate from the state legislation in order to preserve valuable documentation of Minnesota's diverse flora and fauna. It became famous for its wildlife dioramas. In 1940, the James Ford Bell Museum of Natural History opened, named after the founder of GM and dedicated conservationist because he donated half the money needed for the new museum. It was located in Minneapolis as well, and it grew and expanded, but started to show wear and tear in the 1980s. It took decades for the plans for a new building for the museum to be hammered out, and it opened in 2018 in its current location at the University of Minnesota St. Paul Campus. It has the vaunted wildlife dioramas, a digital planetarium, other high-tech exhibits, and more.
Eighty Eight Notes School of Music was opened in 2007 by Mellisa Weinert in Falcon Crossing (mall) because she wanted to share her love and passion for music with those around her. Her teaching philosophy is one of support because she wants to instill a life-long love of music in her students. The school offers lessons in several instruments, including piano, voice, drums, ukulele, and brass instruments. They have classes for people of all ages, five and up, and all ability levels. They have concert bands (and orchestras) as well that they offer to local area schools that may not have bands/orchestras of their own. They hold two recitals a year for their students. Because they believe that everyone should have access to music, they have a Sponsor a Student program which allows them to offer scholarships to students who need financial aid.
Out on a Limb Dance Theater Company & School is a non-profit organization in Falcon Crossing (mall) that believes in bringing the beauty of dance to under-served youth who may not have the opportunity to learn about it otherwise. On the company side, the members are eclectic and always willing to push themselves into trying something different. They treasure the process in and of itself, and their unique perspective always leads to an exciting and unusual end. On the school side, they accept students of all ages and skills, and the classes range from once-a-week recreational classes to a training program that is pre-professional in nature. They have a program called Performance Arts Ensemble that is for the more dedicated students. The students get to perform on a regular basis in the Student Showcase.
Pas de Deux Dance Studio opened in 2006 and it is a proponent of the Cecchetti Method of Classical Ballet. They have classes that teach classical ballet in a nurturing and supportive atmosphere. They teach students from age three through adulthood, and the class sizes are small. The classes are based on ability level and not age, and they have beginner classes for teenagers and adults. They have two annual recitals, one in spring and one in winter. The latter includes classics such as The Nutcracker Ballet. They also take their dancers to regional competitions every spring, dancing in Disney World every few years, and have other opportunities available as well.
Spring Together is an annual event held in June at Curtiss Field. It is hosted by the Community Engagement Commission, and its purpose is to gather the community together in celebration. It's a potluck, so it's a fun way to chat with the neighbors and try several different dishes. There will be a Bounce House, Story Time with Seniors, and other fun activities.
The Ice Cream Social & Hot Dog with a Deputy is an annual event hosted by the City at the Falcon Heights Community Park every year in July. The City recently partnered with the the Ramsey County Sheriff's Office, which combined the Ice Cream Social (city-hosted) and Hot Dog with a Deputy (Sheriff's Office event). It allows for members of the community to mingle with the officers of the Sheriff's office and to have ice cream and/or a hot dog as well.
Minnesota's Great Get Together! This is the largest fair in the U.S. by daily attendance and 2nd largest in the U.S. by total attendance- 2nd only to Texas's fair which runs twice as long! The Minnesota State Fair is 12 days of Anything-You-Want-On-A-Stick, vendors for miles, rides, fabulous concerts, livestock exhibits and more. There's a great reason that over 2 million people attend- Come find out why!
The Minnesota State Fair, also known as The Great Minnesota Get-Together, is an annual event that happens in late August/early September at the Fairgrounds in Falcon Heights. Roughly 2 million people attend every year, and there is a dazzling array of events available for the fair-goers. In other words, there is definitely something for everyone. There are barns full of animals, carnival rides, and exhibitions. There is live music and other performances, including the Minnesota State Fair Amateur Talent Contest Finals. Of course, the star of the show is the variety of food offered, everything from the classic cheese curds to everything possible on a stick, including tater tots, alligator, teriyaki ostrich, and a scotch egg. It is fun for everyone in the family.
The City-Wide Garage Sale is hosted by the City, of course, every year in September. The process is simple in that everyone who wants to participate holds a garage sale on the same day (or more) and has a sign, flag, or balloons out front to signify that they are participating in the event. The City will advertise which houses are taking part as well. It's a like a neighborhood treasure hunt, which benefits everyone involved.
