Grand View Lodge Spa and Golf Resort

Roundhouse Brewery blends craft sips and a vibrant atmosphere with fun activities like axe throwing and live music, all in a charming old train yard setting.

Upscale lakeside resort offering 3 golf courses, a spa & restaurants, plus indoor & outdoor pools. Built in the 1920s, this upscale seasonal golf resort on Gull Lake is 2 miles from Pillsbury State Forest and 6 miles from Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport. Low-key rooms with classic furnishings come with minifridges, wet bars and coffeemakers, plus Wi-Fi and cable TV. Suites add sitting or dining areas. Many offer lake views. The 7 dining options include an upscale lakeside restaurant and a pizzeria. Other amenities include 3 golf courses, a marina, a spa and tennis courts, as well as 3 beaches, indoor and outdoor pools, hot tubs and saunas. Activities such as horseback riding, lawn games, trapshooting and fishing are also offered.

This charming spot serves up delicious New American dishes and cocktails made from locally sourced ingredients in a cozy, retro diner setting.

At World Street Kitchen, this laid-back eatery turned from food truck fame serves up global street food delights—from Korean BBQ burritos to Moroccan fried chicken sandwiches—ensuring everyone satisfies their cravings in a vibrant, casual atmosphere, conveniently paired with dessert from the enticing Milkjam Creamery next door.

La Michoacana is a must-visit Minneapolis gem, celebrated for its unique ice cream flavors, delicious elotes, and friendly vibe that keeps locals coming back.

Sift is a cozy corner bakery in Minneapolis specializing in delightful gluten-free treats, from mouthwatering doughnuts to airy cinnamon rolls, all paired with excellent coffee.

This cozy gem serves up inventive small plates and top-notch steaks and seafood, all paired with expertly crafted cocktails in a warm, intimate atmosphere.

Classic diner-themed stand in Midtown Global Market supplying hamburgers & toppings, fries & shakes.

Animales Barbecue Co. is a smoke-filled haven where Chef Jon Wipfli serves up dry-rubbed ribs and creative sides from a trailer outside Bauhaus Brew Labs.

This acclaimed contemporary art venue boasts a stunning building, a vibrant sculpture garden, and a bistro, making it a must-visit for art lovers.