Urban Oasis for a Peaceful Stroll! Centennial Lakes is a…read moregreat outing, earning five stars from me. I wanted a nice place to stretch my legs, and this park was just right. The paved paths make for an easy and accessible walk, suitable for a quick escape or a leisurely stroll. What really stood out to me was how quiet it felt. Even with buildings in the background, the park feels remarkably peaceful. The gentle sound of water, the rustling of leaves, and the overall calm let you forget you're in a busy area. It's a fantastic bubble of serenity. The scenery mixes urban sophistication with natural beauty. Modern buildings create a sleek backdrop for the beautifully designed waterways and landscaped grounds. Even without full bloom, you can see a real commitment to diverse plants here. I can't wait for a return visit in the spring! I can only imagine how bright and colorful it gets when everything is in full bloom. If you want a peaceful place to clear your mind, enjoy some fresh air, and take a nice walk, Centennial Lakes is a must-visit. Whether you have 15 minutes or an hour, it's the perfect spot. I left feeling refreshed and energized. I can't wait to see it come to life in the spring!

I was in the area just to shop at Blick's art supplies, but it was a sunny winter day out and I…read morenoticed this was right nearby, so I decided to have a walk along the path and soak up some of the sunshine. It was way fancier than I'd been expecting from just finding it on the map on Google. I read on the historical plaque that it was designed in 1988 to replace some old gravel pit! Considering how gorgeous it is, that was a really good choice. I got the feeling from how many folks were enjoying the grounds that this park is a staple of the area for communal recreation. It is very much built into the cityscape to reside alongside it. You won't be escaping the buildings and roads nearby, but still, it was a nice bit of natural relief. The primary attraction this time of year is the ice skating between three man made lakes and paths between them. Rentals were available at the warming house, which also had a concessions stand (reasonably affordable fare!), restrooms, water fountain, lockers, and ample benches to put on your skates or warm up awhile (with two fireplaces on either end). There were also exterior restrooms for when the building itself isn't open, which are available year round (the outdoor water fountain though was understandably switched off). During other seasons there is apparently golf, fishing, and paddle boat rentals. Cute! Towards the south end sits an amphitheatre. There are various sculptures along the outer path to see as well, including a giant pine cone, crane, a golden retriever ready to shake your hand, and more. Lots of benches and even swinging benches to rest and relax. Plenty of maps at intervals. The park connects to the Edina Promenade pedestrian/bike trail that goes north and east. I think next time I'm in the area, I'll take a stroll down them. In the future I believe there are plans to connect them to other sections. There's plenty of parking to choose from in any of the nearby shopping centers with garages, but I believe there's also parking specific to the park as well.

Dropped in for a quick round of drinks and bites with my husband before a comedy show and, as…read morealways, had the best time at The Puttery. The space is vibrant, playful, and beautifully designed -- there's something fun to look at around every corner. The staff is consistently warm, welcoming, and all smiles, which makes the experience even better. For drinks, I ordered The Revitalizer, a zero-proof cocktail that basically tastes like a piña colada (my favorite!) -- smooth, sweet, and absolutely perfect. My husband went with the Rock & Rye Old Fashioned, which was light, smooth, and super easy to sip. We kept it simple with the Chips & Dip and House Cut Fries, and both delivered. The guacamole was fresh and flavorful, paired with perfectly toasted, well-seasoned chips. The fries were out of this world -- hot, crispy, and served with a delicious Sriracha ketchup. I also tried the horseradish mustard aioli (not pictured), and it was SO good with the fries. We always have a wonderful time here and keep coming back for the great vibes, tasty bites, and consistently amazing service!

Wow, I instantly adored the Christmas decorations. Every area was meticulously planned and…read morebeautifully adorned. It wasn't crowded Very spacious place, and we all agreed we could easily spend the entire day here. The drinks were really potent yet flavorful, and everything we ordered to eat was quite enjoyable. Definitely would be my first to come to mind if anyone needed a fun night out!

NOT YOUR MOTHER'S MINI GOLF! Skyline Mini Golf is a little…read morewacky and unconventional compared to your average mini-golf, but if you're a mini-golf fan, it's a must do! Pay at the front desk at the Walker Art Center and then take the elevator to the 7th floor to play. An attendant will give you your club, ball and score card there. There are a wide selection of ball colors to choose from, which makes it fun. I chose neon pink. :) One huge attraction of this mini golf is the fact that it's on the rooftop and there are views all around of the city. The first play was using your club as a cue on a billiards table to direct the ball into the pockets/holes. (See my photos). Another play was tipping a tilt table to get your golf ball around a maze and into the hole. I failed miserably at that one! It's a pretty short course, but very different, very artsy. Don't expect it to be anything like you've played before. We played the 10 holes for $12 (Summer 2024).

This is a fun date night activity, especially if you're going to dinner in Minneapolis. I wouldn't…read moremake it the main activity of the night as it's fairly quick and you can get through all "holes" in about 20 minutes, depending on the size of your group. The holes are makeshift novelty holes, but they're fun. I'd recommend grabbing dinner or drinks at Cardamom downstairs and then hitting the mini golf course at sunset!

He Said: What a wonderful spot for all kinds of different…read moreentertainment. I could write down all the activities that are avaliable, but then my post would be far too long! All entrants pay an admission fee (kids under 5 years are free), and all video games, kids rides, and older-style games are free to play. Mini golf and some other activities are Ala carte. There is street parking and an underground parking lot, but, on weekends, parking can be tough to find. There is a cafe to purchase food. Options are flatbreads, baskets, tacos, and more. The food quality is pretty good, but pricey. I get it. The place probably has large overhead costs, so a business needs to make its margins. There is also a beverage wall with various kinds of drinks (mostly-all (?) alcoholic), which are self-pour. I forgot to take photos. Trust me when I say the place is very unique and is great to check out. Pros: - Great place to bring kids - The older-style games are very amusing Cons: - Food is on the pricier side

Updating my review as it turned out the noise issue with the extremely loud speakers was not a…read morepolicy. It was merely some employee cranking up the internal sound system too high. It was explained to me that the whole thing was run off an iPad in the back room. We went for New Year's Eve had a lovely time, food was great as usual. They even brought out one of my favourite pinball machines as a request. The only thing I could knock a star down for was I paid over $10 for probably the worst milkshake I've ever had. Seriously, the milkshake wasn't much thicker than water. And it was very small. Other than that, I'll just remember not to get the ice cream next time. The best thing about Can-Can Wonderland is the fact that it's a real arcade, not a kiddie ticket casino. And in the evening it becomes a very nice adults only place but still doesn't feel like you're gonna get in a bar fight but you can simply just have a good time..

Had a lovely evening out on the terrace. The crusty Parmesan rounds they bring out are to die for…read more The chef serves a few tiny creations before dinner. Tonight we had a plantation with morel mushrooms on top. The next tiny creation was salmon with a quail egg and caviar. For dinner I had a delicious Asian pasta with waygu beef. Hans our waiter was fab. Homemade macaroons come out with the check. Yummy!!!

I got to play your fabulous golf course growing up because I was on my High School golf team. You…read moreoccupy some damn sweet property overlooking Calhoun. Your firework shows during weddings and holidays entertain me in the summer as your are in my line of vision. With all the positives, why only 4 stars? Because you are too rich for my blood and your course taunts me whenever I drive/walk around home.

If you're looking for a spot where little kids can feel like PGA champs (with a lot of parental…read moreassist), this indoor mini golf course is a gem. The vibe is part Northwoods cabin, part whimsical putt-putt wonderland--with twinkle lights overhead, fake pine trees, and just enough obstacles to keep it interesting without causing a tiny human meltdown. The highlight? Watching my kiddo in his sunhat take his "pro swing" with a bright orange putter--while Dad provided a hands-on golf lesson that was equal parts adorable and chaotic. (Note: teaching patience on a par-2 hole is an Olympic-level parenting event.) Course is clean, staff was friendly, and the layout made it easy to play without constantly bumping into other families. Bonus points for the fact that it's indoors--so Minnesota weather can't ruin your plans. Would I recommend? Absolutely. Whether you're chasing hole-in-ones or just trying to get a kid to hit the ball in the general direction of the cup, it's a win for all ages. I'll be back for the driving range later. Try them out!

Always a great experience here! We often stop in after work or early on the weekends, and it's…read morebecome one of our go-to spots to relax and have some low-key fun. The atmosphere is calm and quiet, which makes it easy to enjoy without feeling rushed or crowded. The driving range is a great deal in the summer for $18 for an hour--well worth it for the quality of the facility and the overall experience. We've also tried the mini golf, which is super easy and casual, but still a lot of fun (and super affordable too). Whether you're looking to get some practice in or just hang out with friends, Golf Zone is a solid choice.

Spent the afternoon at The Links at Dred Scott mini golf. Great outdoor fun! Grounds are well kept…read moreand the courses are unique!

The Links at Dred Scott is one of the best mini golf courses in the Twin Cities. Some of the things…read moreI love about this course is the variety of obstacles, whether it be ricocheting your ball off a rock to make a turn, launching over a water hazard or trying to make the hole on top of a plateau, this course has it all. I also love the very last hole, if you get a hole in one you win a free round!!! One down side is they only except cash, I'm not sure why, with today technology its soo easy to set up your business to make it credit friendly. Tip: After 9:00pm you can save $2 off, visit website for coupon. Also they have lights for night golfing.

Our 4 year old son loved it here! The course has some unique holes and was fairly challenging…read morebecause of the bump surrounding the hole. Make sure everyone pulls their ball once they make it in the hole... My ball hopped back out numerous times when someone's was in the hole. Also--- Under 5 was free to golf and our son won a free game on the last hole all 3 times that we played.

Had a wonderful afternoon at Moose Mountain Adventure Golf. What an incredibly fun 18 holes of…read moremini golf. The theme for the course is logging, mountains, Paul Bunyan, esque. They provide the clubs abc you pick your ball. They even provide a pencil and scorecard us you're competitive. The cool part...I was able to use my MOA app points and play mini golf for FREE (for me + 2 family members)! We saved $45! All we did was upload receipts to the MOA app which accrued points to redeem. This was the first time we redeemed points and it was well worth it. The course was fun but backed up at certain holes. We started play around 2:30pm. They also have great views of the Nickelodeon Universe. (Amusement park) definitely recommend this on a cold day in the twin cities!

I often walk by the patio when I park in the Nordic ramp but never have stopped in until now. Even…read morethough I came back close to the time the kitchen took last orders, the waitress was friendly and was not rushed for us to order, eat, and leave. She was patient and took time to talk about menu recommendations and give time to decide what we wanted. The patio seating was pleasant; only two other tables occupied at that time. Could see people playing bags in the common area, which was fun dinner entertainment. Here's the meal breakdown: - Watermelon Quinoa Salad -- excellent salad! Usually would have passed over the salad but our waitress highly recommended it and I'm glad we ordered it! Hearty salad with quinoa, kale, sunflower seeds, feta cheese. Sweet and juicy watermelon is a perfect compliment! Delicious summer salad! - Burger -- Great smash burger! The burger was covered in gooey cheese and topped with house made pickles. Nice crunch with the softness of the meat, cheese, and buttery bun! - Goat Cheese & Mushroom Pizza was okay. The flavor of the dough was good; it's just that one side was thicker and was not as cooked through as the other side, so it looked and tasted doughy. Although, the more cooked side had a nice herby crust edge and the toppings were excellent together. Overall would rate 4.5. The food is good and will return again with friends to try more! Thank you for a great dinner!

I stopped into Thr3 Jack for lunch with some co-workers and it was not great…read more We were prompted to sit anywhere we'd like and we chose the outdoor patio. We noticed there were about 3 other tables seated in the entire restaurant, which was a little odd considering the neighboring restaurants were packed. Well, we now know why. I split the Thr3 Jack Burger and Roasted Cauliflower with a co-worker and both were good. One of my co-workers ordered the Smoked Chicken Nachos and they were terrible. The chips were SO greasy, the melted cheese was globbed together, and the chicken didn't taste smokey at all. Also, the waitress was very attentive with water for our group which was great, but went MIA after our food arrived. We had to flag her down to get the bill -- Mind you, the restaurant was not busy. We were there mid-week for a quick-ish lunch and it ended up being about 1.5 hours -- not ideal because we had to get back to work. Also, when it came time for the bill, she didn't bother to ask if we wanted the bill split or have it all on one -- so more wasted time. Overall, the food is very sub-par so it wasn't surprising they weren't busy for lunch. I won't be back for food.

My family went on a little vacation to Minneapolis and had some free time. We found this place and…read moredecided to go to have some fun. Although the entree was a little pricey my experience was really enjoyable. The mini trampoline park was fun, and it burned lots of calories - lol. My younger brother learned how to do a backflip. At the trampolines there was supervision by workers and other parents. At the arcade there were many few games that I wanted to play, but I am very picky. Laser tag wasn't really that fun, but only because we went against 4 really good guys. I ended up with negative points because of them . Mini golf is a fun family activity to do with your family! There are water hazards and many of the golf balls were the water which I thought was really funny. It's not even that hard to have your ball land in the water! We didn't try the batting cages but it looked super cool. They had bats and helmets already there for the guests. Near the end of our stay at the grand slam we were tired so we ordered 2 large icee's. The icee machine was frozen and couldn't make the icee's. So the workers gave us a free large soda. I wasn't that mad at the situation. Over all I give this experience a 5 star ranking! A wonderful family friendly place to go in your free time!

My family stopped by for a game of mini golf on a Saturday evening at 6 pm before our dinner…read morereservation. The course is old and easy, but we have played it before and liked it. This time it was a disaster. Completely overrun by little kids who treated the course like a playground. Some had parents who were present and not trying to keep any order. In fact, we had adults just standing around the holes we were playing. When I asked one lady if she could move, she asked why! People were running around randomly playing--total chaos. An employee walked through and did nothing. If I was looking for a jungle gym for my small children, ok, but DO NOT COME HERE TO PLAY A ROUND OF MINI GOLF. You can't!