I'm taking my first trip to the twin cities shortly. Sooo, what are some essential/fun things to do. Also, any sweet suggestions on good food?

happyhappy said:

DEFinitely don't drive 35W. plan your trip around it.

other than that, visit dinkytown and uptown for starters. hope you like it!

XxAxX said:

ack, thanks! I remember a friend in college mentioned a place called Al's that's in one of those two neighborhoods.

happyhappy said:

well, in either area you'll have a choice of yummy, ethnic type restaurants. as well as good old fashioned american.
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i only made a quick trip way back in 97
so don't have any personal suggestions

but there is the minne faq http://prince.org/faq/8_Minneapolis_FAQ

and this was a recent thread about favorite restaurants http://prince.org/msg/100/236760

enjoy your trip! business or pleasure?

orgnote CarriemMpls or Endo.

They both live in Minneapolis and know everything about the city. I warn you that most of their activities are steeped in drug culture, but you will have a good time if you stick with them.

order Pizza Luce! Seriously the best pizza I have had in a while

Imago said:

XxAxX is right, you can't go wrong in dinkytown or uptown. My favorite place to lounge with a glass of wine or cocktail is the Kitty Cat Klub in dinkytown. Or try the Loring Pasta bar over there. The food is good, but nothing exquisite, but the place is nothing short of gorgeous!

Let me know exactly what you're lookig to do/see, what kinds of things you're into and I can try to steer you in some directions.

emm said:

thanks so much, and I guess business and pleasure. I have college interviews/seeing if I'd want to move there.

CarrieMpls said:

I'm getting a feel for the city to consider living there if I attend college in either st. paul or minneapolis. thanks for the suggestions, I love pasta.
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happyhappy said:

good luck with your interviews. i hope you enjoy your visit!

XxAxX said:

thanks