Louisa & Samuel
Things To Do
Guthrie Theater
The building is open to the public and you can take the elevator to an overlook with the best view of the city. (We went here on our first date, needless to say, we had a blast.) Get rush tickets or join the 30 Below Club for discount tickets ;)
Stone Arch Bridge
Rent scooters, bikes, or take a walk over the Stone Arch Bridge which offers a panoramic view of St Anthony Falls and is recognized as a national civil engineering landmark.
Segway Tour
Best way to get to know the city? On a segway. Samuel did this segway tour in grad school.
Young Joni
Young Joni is James Beard award-winning chef Ann Kim's restaurant located in Northeast Minneapolis. The wood-fire cooking menu features a diverse array of globally influenced dishes and signature wood-fired pizzas. Tucked discreetly behind the restaurant is the back bar, serving craft cocktails and pizzas in a cozy setting. Take a walk down the alley adjacent to Young Joni and look for the red light. When the light is on, the back bar is open.
Billy Sushi ビリー寿司
Authentic, fresh sushi. Colorful drinks. Best vibes in the city.
Spoon and Stable
This modern American hotspot inside a renovated horse stable earned chef Gavin Kaysen a James Beard Award for top chef in the Midwest so you know it’s good. The restaurant’s seasonal menu changes often and features dishes like halibut, duck, pork, heritage grain pasta, and steak.
Spyhouse Coffee
Serves up delicious, thoughtfully-sourced coffee in an Insta-worthy wood and brick building. The Caramella is Louisa's favorite.
Surly Brewing Co.
A must-visit space to enjoy 20-plus beers on tap, hot frites, or a slice of the Spicoli from Surly Pizza Upstairs. They do tours too!
Manny's Steakhouse
From the central downtown location to the be-balled bull artwork, this is the spot for impressive, old-school power eating. Order an outsized cut of beef with all the hearty fixings and a big ol’ bottle of Caymus to impress. Or simply tuck in at the bar with a classic Manhattan and a little tenderloin for one and enjoy the kingly, attentive service.
Walker Art Center
The Walker has a large collection of contemporary art, a rooftop mini-golf course (Louisa and Samuel play every year...she wins), and a free outdoor sculpture garden.
Mall of America®
Shopaholics rejoice.
Indeed Brewing Company and Taproom
Tucked away in the Northeast artists quarter, this taproom has an old-school feel. It’s like discovering an old bar pouring very cool new beers.
Minnehaha Falls Park
One of Minneapolis' oldest and most popular parks features a majestic 53-foot waterfall, limestone bluffs, and river overlooks, attracting more than 850,000 visitors annually.
The Copper Hen Cakery & Kitchen
Doubling as a restaurant and a bakery, The Copper Hen Cakery & Kitchen is can’t-miss brunch stop. This local restaurant serves cuisine made from market-to-table ingredients. And with beer, wine, and coffee, you’ll have everything you could ever need here.
Graze | Provisions + Libations
You can get beer AND coffee flights here. Industrial-style marketplace offering an eclectic array of food stands, plus cocktails, wine & beer.
NOLO's Kitchen & Bar
Enjoy happy hour on the rooftop, dinner in the restaurant, and after-dinner dancing in the basement.
Eat Street Social
This Minneapolis spot serves bistro cuisine and craft cocktails. For brunch, we recommend the lobster and eggs, brunch burger, BBQ pork omelette, or waffle. Be sure to order a carafe of sangria or mimosas for $18!
Martina
Martina is an amalgamation of Argentianian-Italian influences. Comforting pastas and plates that will make Minnesota feel like a vacation.
MN Nice Cream
Come camera ready, this entire shop is built for picture taking. Soft serve is all dolled up with glitter, sprinkles, drizzles, and even doughnut holes. While it is all a bit over-the-top, the cones and doodads are delicious build-your-own adventure creations. The shop is located right by Able Seedhouse and Brewery, near Animales Barbecue Co., so there's lots to do before or after dessert.
Bebe Zito Ice Cream
This adorable shop in the Wedge neighborhood opened amidst the pandemic and brought scores of smiles during a difficult time. Part of the happiness found within are the incredible flavors from chef Ben Spangler. Then there is the incredible design and determination from his partner Gabriella Grant. Together they serve joyous flavors like the Marvelous Mrs. Hazel, a nutty chocolate mix, or the Crowening with peanut butter chocolate ice cream crammed with cookie crumbles.
Norseman Distillery
Hip cocktail spot crafting creative concoctions in an airy, industrial-style space with a patio.
Malcolm Yards
Right next to Surly is a new food hall with over 10 restaurants to choose from. Located in the historic Minneapolis, MN Prospect Park neighborhood, Malcolm Yards is a modern community built with roots in the past. From the Market to O’Shaughnessy’s distillery, there's drinks and food