Otter's Saloon is a neighborhood favorite and recently named 'Best Dive Karaoke Bar' in Minnesota Monthly. They have karaoke all the time, and their customers really enjoy belting out a song or seven while quaffing down a pint with their friends. They host a variety of events, including giving away ham, having a costume contest […]
The Prospect Park Station Public Art is a piece called Memory Imprint by local artist, Janet Lofquist. This station is close to the where there used to be grain elevators storing linseed. Linseed oil helps dry oil-based varnishes and paints. This art installation incorporates the flax flower and the linseed in its design. The paint […]
The Prospect Park United Methodist Church Concert Series has events throughout the year. They are very popular with the commuinty, and a great way to come together to celebrate. They sponsor several concertsthat benefit Habitat for Humanity and other charities. They are free to attend, and a freewill offering is happily accepted. They have raised […]
Sally's Saloon is a staple near the campus, and it's very popular with the students. It has a convival atmosphere and friendly servers. It's a place to gather whether you're celebrating a team win or another important life event. The menu includes Veggie Quesadillas, Sally's Award-Winning Cream of Chicken Wild Rice Soup, Havana Griller (sandwich), […]
Stub and Herbs was opened in 1939 by two brothers, Stub and Herb Lewis. It's been a campus staple throughout the years, and it was sold to two other brothers, Josh and Justin in the late 2000s. They have owned it ever since, and it's still a favorite watering hole for students, grads, and family […]
Burrito Loco is a lively bar that features, yes, burritos. It has a casual atmosphere with a friendly wait staff. They have pick up and delivery as well as dine/drink in. It was bought in 2018 by John Park who wants to jazz up the environment and the menu. Currently, the menu includes buffalo chicken […]
Kollege Klub Dinkytown opened in 2019 as an offshoot of the popular Kollege Klub near the University of Wisconsin-Madison campus. The latter was opened in 1953 and has been kept in the Meier family for four generations. Kollege Klub Dinkytown is three levels, and both the lower level and the third floor are rentable for […]
Blarney Pub and Grill is an Irish bar that prides itself on being friendly and welcoming to everyone. They put their Irish heritage on display and want everyone to have an authentic Irish experience. This includes Irish beers, whiskeys, and food. The menu includes the Blarney (burger), Bangers N' Mash, Chicken Parm (pizza), Crispy Chicken […]
The Prospect Park Garden Walk & Plant Sale is an annual event that happens throughout the neighborhood. It's usually the third Saturday in June, and it's a way to highlight different gardens within the community. These gardens are private and public, and they include vegetable, pollinator, and therapeutic gardens. The Prospect Park Garden Club has […]
The Fire & Ice Festival is an annual event that usually takes place the first Saturaday in February at Luxton Park. It's a popular event in the neighborhood that is fun for the whole family. the first one occurred in 1995, and the tradition is to have a bonfire that is made of dried-up trees […]
Black Coffee and Waffle (BCWB) opened its door in Minneapolis in 2014 with the novel idea of a coffee shop that served homemade waffles with a variety of toppings. This idea was so popular, they were able to open shops in three other locations. It's a popular brunch place in the neighborhood, and it's welcoming […]
Luxton Recreation Center is located in Luxton Park. It has many amenities that makes it a great place to go to, including a gym, air condition, a multipurpose, a meeting room, a teen room, and more. There are activities planned, such as Luxton learners, Game Night, MPIS Snack Program, Storytelling, and more.
