Recreation
Whether you enjoy kayaking, volleyball, paddleboarding or even just a fun day at the park, Bde Maka Ska (known as Lake Calhoun before restoration of the Lakota name) is a fantastic summer hangout spot for all ages.
The lake also features a 3.1 mile pedestrian and bike trail that intersect with Lake Harriet and Lake of The Isles trails, as well as Uptown.
Canoeing Minnehaha Creek
Movies & Music in the Parks
Where to Eat
- 1st Wok
- Ben & Jerry’s
- Caribou Coffee
- Chipotle
- Falafel King
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Lola’s on the Lake – the new Bde Maka Ska concession – will offer a combination of seafood, “grab and go” smoked products, beverages and frozen treats. Its menu includes wings, rib tips, pulled pork sandwiches, fish and chicken entrees, and beer and wine, as well as a kid’s menu. Hours of operation will be 11 am – 8 pm daily. Hours may change after Labor Day.
- My Burger
- Punch Pizza
- Rustica Bakery
- Subway
- Urban Eatery
- Wakame
- Whole Foods Market
- Yogurt Lab
The Bakken Museum
Since 1975, The Bakken Museum has been committed to nurturing a passion for science in visitors from around the world. Founded by Earl Bakken, a Minneapolis native and co-founder of Medtronic, The Bakken Museum offers something for everyone.
Located in the historic West Winds mansion on Lake Calhoun and home to the Florence Bakken Medicinal Gardens, The Bakken boasts one of the most beautiful settings you will find in the Twin Cities. In addition, the museum maintains a world class collection of historic medical instruments and scientific as well as books, journals and manuscripts.
Local Businesses
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- SportClips
3100 Excelsior Blvd. #103
612-223-8260 - Sunwerks Tanning
3070 Excelsior Blvd. #201
612-285-6000
- SportClips
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- 3052 Excelsior Blvd.
612-926-8068
- 3052 Excelsior Blvd.
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- The Ackerberg Group
Suite 10
612-824-2100
- The Ackerberg Group
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- Allison Johnson, P.A.
Suite 467
612-929-0700
- Allison Johnson, P.A.
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- Burnet Title
Suite 110
612-920-7667
- Burnet Title
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- Charitybox.com
Suite 460
612-929-7005
- Charitybox.com
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- Coldwell Banker Burnet Realty
Suite 100
612-920-5605
- Coldwell Banker Burnet Realty
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- EagleVisions Energy
Suite 10
612-877-4040
- EagleVisions Energy
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- Institute for Athletic Medicine
Minneapolis – Uptown – Suite 225
612-821-4375
- Institute for Athletic Medicine
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- Minnesota Neurovascular and Skull Base Surgery
Drs. Eric and Leslie Nussbaum – Suite 403
612-374-0177
- Minnesota Neurovascular and Skull Base Surgery
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- Patricia Layton, Ph.D., L.P.
Suite 565
612-926-8802
- Patricia Layton, Ph.D., L.P.
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- True Source IT, LLC
Small Business Computer Support Services – Suite 415
612-825-2886 ext. 201
- True Source IT, LLC
- Willows Massage
Suite G70
612-272-6461
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