Snuffy's Malt Shop is a local chain with 3 different locations and stands in both the Xcel Energy Center and the CHS Field. The first one opened in 1983 by Mike Mueller in St. Paul, and while that one has since closed down, three others were established in various locations of the south suburbs of […]
Ike's Minnetonka is a restaurant with its inspiration in steakhouses. They are both casual and fine dining, and the decor is classic with a touch of modern. It's a family-owned business, and it has both indoor and outdoor dining--weather permitting. Staff members are welcoming and warm. The menu includes Mushroom, Fontina & Arugula (Wood-fired Flatbreads); […]
Bacio is an Italian restaurant owned by Bob Tinsley that has changed into a more fusion restaurant. The dishes are made by hand, and they try to buy locally whenever possible. There is both in-door dining and patio dining, weather permitted. They have several gluten-free options and vegetarian options, too. The menu includes Calamari Fritti, Ciao […]
The Tour de Tonka is an annual bike ride through in August through the west metro. It started in 2006 with 816 riders and has grown to nearly 3,500 people who eagerly anticipate it every year. There are several rides, including The Family Ride (16 miles), The Road Trip (42 miles) and Tonka Century (100) […]
Minnetonka Summer Fest is an annual celebration of all things Minnetonka that is held in June in Civic Center Park. It's a time for neighbors to get together and enjoy the best of their city. During the festival, there is live music as entertainment. For the younger set, there is a bouncy castle, a petting […]
Gold Nugget Tavern & Grille has a long history in Minnetonka, but its current iteration opened in 2009 after the previous iteration closed the doors in 2006 after being opened for thirty years. There was a tavern on the site before that and the one thing they all had in common was being known for […]
Lone Spur Grill and Bar is a chill place to hang out with colorful murals and paintings on the walls. Despite its nondescript exterior, there is plenty of excitement inside. Their emphasis is on Tex-Mex food and they have a patio for outdoor dining when weather permits. The service is friendly and the drinks are […]
Jimmy's Kitchen and Bar is an American restaurant and bar where you can have either an upscale dining experience or a casual lounge/bar experience, depending on what you're in the mood for. Both areas are luxe feeling, but dialed down a notch for the bar/lounge. They specialize in traditional and contemporary American cuisine, and the […]
Rockler Woodworking and Hardware is one of three Rocklers in Minnesota. It is a Minnesota-based chain in which the local stores are still family-owned and operated. The first iteration was opened in 1954 by Norman Rockler and has grown by leaps and bounds over the decades. They sell hardware in different categories such as furniture, […]
Your Art's Desire is an art gallery that was open in 2005 by Melissa and Dave (wife and husband). They have several decades of experience in art and framing; they brought this experience to running their gallery. They want their gallery to be welcoming to everyone and it has become a neighborhood favorite. They believe […]
