There are so many amazing local restaurants to choose from with something for everyone!
Upscale American Casual Dining – On the shores of Lake Minnetonka, Maynard’s provides the perfect combination of lake views and inviting ambiance! We LOVE going to Maynards.
This family owned business knows all about hospitality and making amazing pizzas in their wood fired oven! They offer many unique pizza flavors. And the house salad is delicious too!
Creative sushi rolls share the menu with Japanese, Chinese & Thai entrees in a relaxed space. Outside seating. My favorite is the Cancun Roll, it is amazing!
Amazing local Mexican restaurant, vegan and gluten-free options!
We love licks…. sooo many delicious ice cream favors to choose from, it will be hard to pick just one!
The Noble Lion offers a European style atmosphere and neighborhood feel. Seating is very limited, so book your reservation ahead of time. The Lion’s Den, a bourbon bar off the patio, is open Wednesday – Saturday. It features it’s own smaller plate menu and cocktail-centric bar. All Lion’s Den seating is walk-in first come, first serve seating only.
Amazing food and atmosphere! Family owned and operated with rich family history and passion for getting this restaurant “just right”!
Our favorite breakfast place, hands down!!! The Original Pancake House is Minnesota’s top breakfast restaurant! The most amazing breakfast food with high-quality ingredients and great service!
Fine or casual dining on Lake Minnetonka! Great atmosphere and amazing food!
Fine dining and great value, amazing food!
Best smash burgers in town!
This is a family owned and operated microbrewery located in the heart of Excelsior. A welcoming community-centric gathering place since 2012. All of their beers are brewed right here in Excelsior. The taproom is a fun environment to grab a beer before dinner or enjoy live music.
Perfectly situated near the shores of Stieger Lake, the ENKI Brewing Taproom offers an open atmosphere perfect for date nights, small gatherings, and everything in between.
Schram Haus features live music, outdoor games and, most importantly, a variety of complex and timeless German-style beers in casks. Enjoy a setting that harkens back to the nostalgic days of Chaska’s founding breweries.
Something exciting is always happening at Sovereign Estate. Live Music, Wine Festivals and plenty of Food & Wine events help to make your visit to the Winery extra memorable. Please note that many events require special admission pricing, so be sure to make your reservations in advance!
Great atmosphere! Schram Vineyards is a full production working farm winery and tasting room. Dedicated to creating memorable experiences for guests through our award-winning wine and beer, commitment to unique offerings, and great service. We hope you enjoy the amenities we provide in our rustic chic atmosphere.
Located in the rolling hills of Waconia, we offer a unique setting where art & wine entwine. Visit the 125 acre vineyard and orchard on Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays and taste their award-winning handcrafted Minnesota wines. Their wines have garnered over 200 medals in national and international wine competitions.
Nearby noteworthy points of interest and fun things to do while on your vaction!
Just 3 miles away! If you are a Prince fan, you don’t want to miss out on the opportunity to tour Prince’s legendary recording studio, residence and performance venue!
Just 20 minutes away, with more than 75 rides and attractions, Valleyfair is the Twin Cities’ amusement park where families come to play the Minnesota way!
This professional dinner theater has been staging top-rate productions for over 40 years!
The City of Excelsior is located only 20 minutes from downtown Minneapolis, nestled on the shores of Lake Minnetonka. You can find a relaxed and personalized atmosphere in this one-square-mile area with a population of 2,397. The city is a unique blend of old and new. Besides antique shops, there is also a variety of specialty shops, restaurants, and a theater. Excelsior is a strong, vibrant, caring community. Come to Excelsior soon to shop in our downtown business area, ride on one of the many excursion boats, or just to picnic. Visitors are always welcome!
The City of Chanhassen is pleased that it has been awarded one of the Best Places to Live in the Nation, Top Ten Town to Raise a Family, Highest Quality of Life in the Twin Cities and have the Best Community Festival for our Fourth of July Celebration.
Victoria, Minnesota retains our renowned small-town charm on the suburban-rural edge of the Twin Cities metro area while focusing on preserving our natural amenities as the City of Lakes and Parks. We have strong roots echoing from our rural past as we grow into a lifelong community for all.
Lake Minnewashta Regional Park is a 340 acre park situated on the shores of Lake Minnewashta. Facilities include a swimming beach, bathhouse, off-leash dog area, reservable picnic shelters, sand volleyball courts, creative playground, paved boat access, paved bike trails, turf trails for walking and skiing, ski/snowshoe rental, and vending machines.
Walk or bike ~1 mile to this popular spot affectionately known as “the arb”. Known for it’s beautiful display gardens, award-winning tree collections and natural areas.
Biking distance! Looking for places to hike and bike? The Carver Park Reserve offers breathtaking views of rolling countryside, wooded hills and sky-blue lakes! Visit the Lowry Nature Center with outdoor educational play area, bird feeding stations and animal observation decks, beehives and several boardwalks.
Our family loves this place! Nestled on the shores of scenic Lake Minnetonka, this is a perfect spot for a family outing, the park offers a large, nautical-themed play area and a chlorinated, sandy-bottom swimming pond. You’ll also find picnic spots, a three-hole disc golf practice area, a fishing pier, biking and hiking trails and a boat launch and access point.