Fun store with a lot of kitchen essentials and some fun items. Good for stocking stuffers for your…read morefavorite cook. Great service too. They also carry some food items so you can stock up on your favorites.

I happen to love cooking, so whenever I see a kitchen supply store, I make a beeline for the…read moreentrance. How serendipitous that this location had opened just a couple of weeks before my first trip to the town of Excelsior! Luckily, the family members who had accompanied me were patient enough to wait while I examined the goodies in this bright, clean space. While the store is relatively small, it is full of carefully-selected items that are sure to delight, from the table of lovely ceramics to the rack of fun aprons to the case of drool-worthy knives to the shelves of gizmos that you didn't know you needed. Excelsior is more than decor, antiques, and fashion, and this store is a great reason to male a trip.

Cute small store packed full of older Bundt cake style pans, kitchen cooking gadgets, and baking…read moreutensils! It really enjoyed browsing the collection of prior season styles. I had a specific pan style in mind that I was not able to find online from Nordic Ware at the time of shopping and was actually able to purchase it at the outlet! If you don't mind looking through inventory while shopping there is a fair amount that are a good price. Even the pans that had deformities were in pretty solid condition. The staff was helpful and provided information regarding best type of care of the pans and how to cook with their cookware. I love that Nordic Ware is an American made brand that makes high quality bakeware. If I am in the area and in need of cook ware I would definitely come again.

If you love baking with Bundt pans like I do, this is absolutely a dream destination. It's a small…read moreshop with a LOT of awesome stuff. I visited in mid-November, so they had autumn and Halloween things on mark-down and quite a few new winter pieces out. The folks who work here are the nicest people and they actually wanted to help me save money---how awesome is that?! I'd found a few pieces I wanted, and one of the ladies who worked there said, "I think we have those in the back," and took me to where they have the yellow tag seconds and clearance items. Here's a helpful hint for if you shop in this area: the uglier pans are apparently the ones for industrial use, meaning they are not pretty on the outside but the interior is triple-coated and will last a lot longer because they are designed for heavy use. Now, with all the goods in this section, you have to look carefully for scratches and dings, but I found things in good condition that were about $20 less than their 'pretty' counterparts across the room. The factory store doesn't sell goods online. They are all about the treasure hunt mentality. I certainly found some treasures!

I have yet to stop thinking about my breakfast from Bellecour!! In the morning it is an order at…read morethe counter cafe with pastries and small breakfast menu. We stopped in here after nearby workout class. I started with a creme brulee croissant and wish I had gotten second. I had a french omelet and the eggs were perfectly cooked and the cheese melted into each bite with the perfect amount of flavor. It looked like it may be hard to grab a seat, but there was plenty of turn over and we got a seat right away. The atmosphere was relaxing and filled with positive energy - people catching up, on a first date, or even reading. I am excited to come back to try more pastries variations & grab a coffee.

I think this is my new favorite restaurant. We accidentally came her for Valentine's Day when we…read morecouldn't get a spot at the bar at Monte Carlo. Passing by the window I thought it was a long shot and almost passed right by. I doubled back when I saw the chalkboard said open seating at the bar. We lucked out and got a high top for two right away. Guess what. They even have wings. Duck wings- something I didn't even know I wanted. Their small plates were perfect and we loved everything. The duck wings were a delicious mix of savory and sweet - dark moist meat like a turkey leg but sauced with a sweet orange glaze. The shrimp cocktail had the biggest shrimp I've seen in my life. The Brandade Fritters had a nice crispy texture and spicy sauce to take them the extra mile. The Trotter Croquette was also just so interesting - almost like a crab cake texture but so meaty and savory. We just couldn't stop so we had the chocolate mousse cake as well. It was to die for. It reminded me of my favorite Sebastian's Joe's ice cream - raspberry chocolate chip since it was paired with a raspberry sherbet. The Mousse was on this like crumbly stuff I that told my husband reminded me of that layer in à DQ cake (in the best way). Just all around perfect texture and flavor combos. I also really appreciated their NA cocktails. Most places do not do them well but I am happy to say that their Tonic 11 was very good. I can't wait to come back and try the other ones. Service and the ambiance were also very nice. They were so welcoming even though we just wandered in off the street at prime time on Valentine's Day. The interior is beautiful with high ceilings, romantic lightning and even intricately tiled bathrooms. They really paid attention to every detail and it shows.

This is one of my favorite locations for TJ Maxx home goods…read more It's got a lot of variety, it's well organized and has a nice flow to it. It tends to be pretty busy on the weekends though, so consider that. Additionally, everytime I am here, I find myself waiting in line to check out for quite awhile, they usually seem pretty under staffed in that area. A clean store, the employees are helpful and it is easy to find everything as well. The prices are good, nothing too special or incredible.. but it does get the job done. If you are looking for any sort of home good item.. this is your spot!

This Homegoods was very clean and organized. It took over the former Bed Bath and Beyond…read morestorefront. I like the variety of items they have to offer (ovi mostly home decor and furnishings). I do find good stationary and other little decor things here. Prices are usually fair and they some clearance aisles as well. Not much staff interaction besides checking out. We went around dinner time and it was pretty chill, no line when we went to check out (which is rare). Overall fun to browse around.

Like a typical masculine person, I love tools... What is better than tools? Buying tools at a…read morediscount or at an outlet or closeout price?! I am not sure about every MN outlet store, the one I usually go to is in Burnsville next to Menards (yes, I hang out there too). This MN Outlet as a close out for home improvement store. It has closeouts on sinks, tiles, cabinets, etc. Most important it has tools.. Lots and lots of tools. Be forewarned, if you leave your husband unattended, he can spend over 4 hours looking at router bits... Don't lose your 'child'.

I have been a loyal shopper at MN Home Outlet since they first opened in Burnsville. However that…read moreis nearing an end for me and my purchases. When MNHO first opened I felt like a kid in a candy shop! As a Real Estate addict I am always in need of something. I found in the beginning I apparently needed more than I thought as often times my trips would result in someone having to bring a trailer to pick up whatever treasure I purchased. TVs, vanities, vacuum cleaner, patio set, tools, chandeliers, you name it, Ive bought it. The last few times I have gone I have seen a higher increase in pricing. The unfortunate part about this is that some of the items they now have, you would never expect for them to be there and now you see them at a slightly discounted price- for example today I saw cute pillow cases that were $8.00. If they were $2.00 I would have thrown them in the cart. The kicker for me was a small accent pillow marked for $19.99. While their facility is now HUGE their always changing inventory is no where near as exciting as it once was. As some of the other reviews mentioned it is often the case to get something with using parts or not in working order. The occasional sales are a nice way to feel like you are getting a deal, but if I'm being honest I would rather go to the original venue to ensure I get it right the first time. Sorry MNHO, I am no longer your biggest fan. Sincerely Disappointed shopper

IKEA STOREMOLLA 6 drawer dresser - really nice, well engineered dresser that surpasses dressers…read moretwice as expensive do to quality of materials and design. I was really impressed with how solid and attractive this product is for the price. Highly recommend. A bit of advice. Go to this video which does an outstanding job of showing how to put it together. (there are a part of parts). https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k6J_K6aYuoE

Located within walking distance of the Mall of America, this IKEA has all the usual great items,…read moreand an indoor parking lot that will make you very happy throughout the winter. I've been an IKEA fan since they debuted decades ago in the States, and since have been to their stores all over North America and Japan. This one has everything that you would expect, and their customer service was IKEA-level great as always. Had to open our visit with one of their delicious lunch, dining on Swedish meatballs with grave, mashed potatoes, and tasty veggies. It's good pricing, clean, easy. I love this place, and we also bought some household items that are both useful and unique.

The best customer service! Lovely people work here who are knowledgeable, proactive, polite, and…read morejust wonderful to work with!

I was here to get lunch at Good Earth and couldn't find a parking spot til the very end of this…read morearea. I get inside and this is the store at the very end. I dropped in after lunch. It was bustling, very bright even sales people around. I needed some spaghetti for dinner and was way too lazy to go to a grocery. They had lots of packaged pasta and I got bucatini. 17.63 oz. It's a thick cut and it turned out to be delicious. The way it's separated makes for easy measuring. I asked a sales person for help with flatware, but they don't have a pure black set anymore which I got years back. On a lark I asked if you could get only forks since that seems to be what I lost most during the years. Well I picked up two forks at $7.95 each cause I didn't want to spend an extra 2 bucks each on others. When I get done at the counter I said I was curious about pasta dishes since many of mine broke throughout the last 40 years. The cashier actually brought out 3 different sets that were just beautiful. They weren't the dimensions I was looking for but maybe they just don't make them like that anymore. But I'm considering these. Customer service plus.

We stopped in the Roseville MN Store on Sunday with my wife and we purchased Williams and Sonoma…read moreRapid Boil Tea Kettle. After looking at it online on the website to compare prices we saw it was discontinued. Williams Sonoma Rapid Boil Tea Kettle | Williams Sonoma. The lady who was helping us said she talked to the District Manager who was working in the store and we could get a 20% discount as it did not have a box etc. which we felt was a good deal on a $220.00 Kettle! After we got home, I looked at the item page for car instructions, and it said right under use and care: *For use on gas cooktops only. So, I Then called the store and spoke with the DM who insisted the company made no such gas only product and that if I was not happy to bring it back for a refund. Today I walked in the Store, and the DM was working and was so Rude and Unprofessional that they have lost my business. And people wonder why Ecommerce is so popular!

We normally shop Amazon, but wanted to look at a selection of stove top kettles so we went to the…read moreRosedale store. The staff were friendly, but the manager was rude. We purchased a demo kettle that came without a box or instructions and were told it was non-refundable. When we got home, we found out that this kettle was for a gas stove only, which we don't have. We were looking on the WS website and it was the first thing mentioned about this item. We called and were told we must be mistaken. Went in today to return the item and was treated very rudely by the manager after being told we were wrong to begin with. Know Thy Product, WS. This was a $200 kettle. Staff - 5 stars. Manager - 1 star. We won't be going back and I guess Amazon now has more of our business.

You know how it goes. You have an idea of something you want to make (version two of the chili…read moregarlic crisp) and how you want to make it (sliced garlic instead of chopped), but no idea if the tool you would need (a mini-mandoline) exists. Spoiler alert: it DOES exist, and you can buy it in-store, today! This Crate and Barrel is located in the Galleria, so it is extremely convenient for me. Despite it being Saturday afternoon (and thus busy), there was ample parking. To add to the positive experience, I was immediately greeted by a helpful employee who directed me to the microplane department, where I found my precious (mini-mandoline). Superb! The clearance department was close by, too, and I found a gorgeous stainless steel bento box (at a great price). My coworkers are going to be so jealous. The final "make for a great experience" happened in hole I was in line to check out--another helpful employee asked if I was going to pay with a card (I was) and offered to check me out right away, so I was in and out as quick as can be. Thank you, Crate and Barrel!

I've been to this store's location a couple of times. Every time I've been has been good. I haven't…read morehad any issues trying to find what I need. The prices are bit expensive, but the quality of the products are created with higher standards, so that's expected. The service has always been quick and easy and no qualms for the most part.

The most snooty, snobby, unfriendly sales people ever... when you can find one. I hadn't been…read morethere in a couple years and was quickly reminded of the reason. It's too bad because I love their merchandise. Rude, rude, RUDE! I will never step foot in this establishment again (not that they'd care).

I'm actually not quite sure if the sales rep who checked me out yesterday was just unfriendly or…read moremaybe I expected too much. I almost didn't make a purchase based on the fact that I felt like a "bother" in the store and it was actually strange that it was even difficult to find a sales rep that I could ask if an item was available. (Salesrep30) I will still come back, but disappointed this time.