Guidebook for Merriam Park, Saint Paul
Shopping
Izzy's Ice Cream Cafe
Locally owned, best ice cream in Minnesota.
The Mall of St Paul
1817 Selby AveVintage and antiques - numerous mini businesses.
Blue Bicycle
1818 Selby AveFun stuff!
Next Chapter Booksellers
38 Snelling Ave SGARRISON KEILLOR, PROPRIETOR
Friendly neighborhood wine and liquor shop. Great prices, selection. Wide variety of craft brew, wine and Scotch.
Marshall Liquors
2027 Marshall AveFriendly neighborhood wine and liquor shop. Great prices, selection. Wide variety of craft brew, wine and Scotch.
Local wine and ale shops, next to each other. Motto: great wine under $20. Tastings. Fun.
http://winethief.net/#/the-wine-thief
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Wine Thief & Ale Jail
1787 St Clair AveLocal wine and ale shops, next to each other. Motto: great wine under $20. Tastings. Fun.
http://winethief.net/#/the-wine-thief
High quality clothing 25 years or older for men and women. Lula's vintage clothing operates as a seasonable fashion boutique. The corner has several vintage shops.
Lula
1587 Selby AveHigh quality clothing 25 years or older for men and women. Lula's vintage clothing operates as a seasonable fashion boutique. The corner has several vintage shops.
Egg Plant is your source of supplies and inspiration for your own backyard homestead. We sell seeds, plants, soils and tools for small-scale urban kitchen gardens, as well as backyard chicken-keeping supplies, canning and preserving, fertilizers and pest control, all with an organic and sustainable focus. We believe your backyard garden and homestead can be beautiful, edible and sustainable, and we want to help you make that happen.
http://www.eggplantsupply.com/
Egg|Plant Urban Farm Supply
1771 Selby AvenueEgg Plant is your source of supplies and inspiration for your own backyard homestead. We sell seeds, plants, soils and tools for small-scale urban kitchen gardens, as well as backyard chicken-keeping supplies, canning and preserving, fertilizers and pest control, all with an organic and sustainable focus. We believe your backyard garden and homestead can be beautiful, edible and sustainable, and we want to help you make that happen.
http://www.eggplantsupply.com/
Barely Brothers Records is a vinyl only record store in Saint Paul Minnesota founded by Hoss and Bibbs Barely. Check out Friday night djs.
Barely Brothers Records
783 Raymond AveBarely Brothers Records is a vinyl only record store in Saint Paul Minnesota founded by Hoss and Bibbs Barely. Check out Friday night djs.
Red House Records the best folk, roots and Americana singers and songwriters in the world. Check out the website to find local concerts, record releases (no public shop). https://www.redhouserecords.com/
Red House Records
501 West Lynnhurst AvenueRed House Records the best folk, roots and Americana singers and songwriters in the world. Check out the website to find local concerts, record releases (no public shop). https://www.redhouserecords.com/
"Great selection, very cool staff and killer in store performances." http://hymiesrecords.com/
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Hymie's Vintage Records
3820 E Lake St"Great selection, very cool staff and killer in store performances." http://hymiesrecords.com/
The Electric Fetus has been a gathering place for music heads and counter-culturists in Minnesota since 1968. It began as a place to get turned on to something a little out of the ordinary, and that still holds true today. We stock a comprehensive selection of CDs, DVDs, and LPs: old classics to the newest blog hype, from all different genres and styles. Our great local scene means we have exclusives on the bands poised to be the next Replacements, Husker Du, or Atmosphere.
The Fetus also carries an array of great gifts including books, toys, clothing, stationery, incense, bath & beauty products and more, with locations in Minneapolis and Duluth.
Get your concert tickets.
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The Electric Fetus
2000 S 4th AveThe Electric Fetus has been a gathering place for music heads and counter-culturists in Minnesota since 1968. It began as a place to get turned on to something a little out of the ordinary, and that still holds true today. We stock a comprehensive selection of CDs, DVDs, and LPs: old classics to the newest blog hype, from all different genres and styles. Our great local scene means we have exclusives on the bands poised to be the next Replacements, Husker Du, or Atmosphere.
The Fetus also carries an array of great gifts including books, toys, clothing, stationery, incense, bath & beauty products and more, with locations in Minneapolis and Duluth.
Get your concert tickets.
Drinks & Nightlife
Blue Door Pub St. Paul
1811 Selby AveHome of the juicy lucy. Very popular.
Irish Bar & Grill. Fun Fact: Charles Schultz grew up in the apartment upstairs! unfortunately this place was torn down and they are rebuilding it. hopefully it will reopen in the summer of 2020.
O'Gara's Bar & Grill
Irish Bar & Grill. Fun Fact: Charles Schultz grew up in the apartment upstairs! unfortunately this place was torn down and they are rebuilding it. hopefully it will reopen in the summer of 2020.
Founded by three Minnesota natives with a passion for great beer, Lake Monster Brewing is dedicated to exploring the depths of beer flavor, making unique versions of classic beer styles. Food truck scene.
http://www.lakemonsterbrewing.com/
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Lake Monster Brewing Company
550 Vandalia StFounded by three Minnesota natives with a passion for great beer, Lake Monster Brewing is dedicated to exploring the depths of beer flavor, making unique versions of classic beer styles. Food truck scene.
http://www.lakemonsterbrewing.com/
Simple neighborhood brewery. Burning Brothers is one of only a few dedicated gluten-free breweries in the U.S.
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Burning Brothers Brewing
1750 Thomas Ave WSimple neighborhood brewery. Burning Brothers is one of only a few dedicated gluten-free breweries in the U.S.
Welcome All! Urban Growler is the first woman-owned microbrewery in Minnesota. Join us in our inviting Taproom, Kitchen and Beer Garden (weather permitting) six days a week starting at 11 am – Yep, you can come in for lunch. We are located in St. Paul but we’re darn near in the middle between the downtowns of Minneapolis and St. Paul. We make traditional beers and a wide variety of specialty brews with a local twist. You can also find our beer on tap around town. Wherever you find us, We're beer for you! Our kitchen crew handcrafts food with fresh, local ingredients that pairs well with our house-made beer.
Vegan or gluten free needs can be met
http://www.urbangrowlerbrewing.com
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Urban Growler Brewing Company
2325 Endicott StWelcome All! Urban Growler is the first woman-owned microbrewery in Minnesota. Join us in our inviting Taproom, Kitchen and Beer Garden (weather permitting) six days a week starting at 11 am – Yep, you can come in for lunch. We are located in St. Paul but we’re darn near in the middle between the downtowns of Minneapolis and St. Paul. We make traditional beers and a wide variety of specialty brews with a local twist. You can also find our beer on tap around town. Wherever you find us, We're beer for you! Our kitchen crew handcrafts food with fresh, local ingredients that pairs well with our house-made beer.
Vegan or gluten free needs can be met
http://www.urbangrowlerbrewing.com
Northbound is an award-winning brewpub and operates in its humble space with several nods from the City Pages ‘Best Of’ issues, USA Today’s ‘Top 20 Brewpubs’ and a Silver Medal from the World Beer Cup, as well as being featured on an episode of ‘Beer Geeks’ and most recently the Piggin’ Out episode of Diners, Drive-ins, and Dives.
Unlike most brewery taprooms, Northbound is a bonafide full-service brewpub with a restaurant and full bar that includes a great whiskey selection.
http://northboundbrewpub.com
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Northbound Smokehouse & Brewpub
2716 E 38th StNorthbound is an award-winning brewpub and operates in its humble space with several nods from the City Pages ‘Best Of’ issues, USA Today’s ‘Top 20 Brewpubs’ and a Silver Medal from the World Beer Cup, as well as being featured on an episode of ‘Beer Geeks’ and most recently the Piggin’ Out episode of Diners, Drive-ins, and Dives.
Unlike most brewery taprooms, Northbound is a bonafide full-service brewpub with a restaurant and full bar that includes a great whiskey selection.
http://northboundbrewpub.com
For some reason AirBnB will not put in the correct address! Surly is a destination brewery and probably the Twin Cities most popular beer. - Surly Furious. It's a beer hall, restaurant, event. TheBrewer’s Table offers a chef-driven experience that aims to build on the movement of bringing the pint to the plate — by pairing exceptional food with exemplary beer. On a tour of Surly Brewing Co. our guides will give you the back story of how Surly became Surly while taking you through our brewhouse, fermentation cellar and packaging hall. We’ll wrap up by pouring you brew samples on our tasting deck into your souvenir tasting glass and then we’ll kick you out so we can go back to brewing beer.
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Surly Brewing Co.
520 Malcolm Avenue SoutheastFor some reason AirBnB will not put in the correct address! Surly is a destination brewery and probably the Twin Cities most popular beer. - Surly Furious. It's a beer hall, restaurant, event. TheBrewer’s Table offers a chef-driven experience that aims to build on the movement of bringing the pint to the plate — by pairing exceptional food with exemplary beer. On a tour of Surly Brewing Co. our guides will give you the back story of how Surly became Surly while taking you through our brewhouse, fermentation cellar and packaging hall. We’ll wrap up by pouring you brew samples on our tasting deck into your souvenir tasting glass and then we’ll kick you out so we can go back to brewing beer.
A giant indoor mini-golf, each hole designed and commissioned by an artist from around the world. A fantastic bar with unique cocktails. A cereal-milkshake bar for kids (pick your fav cereal and they make a shake out of it for you, Count Chocula anyone?), a really fun boardwalk with vintage pinball and other games. Next to a brewery to boot!
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Can Can Wonderland
755 Prior Ave NA giant indoor mini-golf, each hole designed and commissioned by an artist from around the world. A fantastic bar with unique cocktails. A cereal-milkshake bar for kids (pick your fav cereal and they make a shake out of it for you, Count Chocula anyone?), a really fun boardwalk with vintage pinball and other games. Next to a brewery to boot!
Entertainment & Activities
Choo Choo Bob's Train Store
1665 Marshall AveThe store - just like the tv show!
Food Scene
Neighborhood Cafe
1570 Selby AveYummy breakfast.
AWESOME kebabs, desserts, etc. Definitely worth the 10-15 minute walk!
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Shish
1668 Grand AveAWESOME kebabs, desserts, etc. Definitely worth the 10-15 minute walk!
Often said to be the "perfect" cup of coffee. Wifi included.
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Kopplin's
2038 Marshall AveOften said to be the "perfect" cup of coffee. Wifi included.
Pad Thai Restaurant
1681 Grand AveGreat food; beautiful restaurant.
a locally owned, friendly neighborhood cafe, pub, and bakery
Named after St. Augustine of Hippo, a patron saint of Brewers, Augustine’s features 40 craft beers on tap with many Minnesota breweries proudly represented. The menu, as well as the decor, is inspired by St. Augustine’s Mediterranean homeland (Hippo is an ancient town in what is now Algeria). After more than a year in the making and with the contributions of many talented people, Augustine’s is appreciative and ready to be a part of St. Paul’s Union Park neighborhood. We hope you enjoy what we’ve done with the old laundromat.
http://augustinesmn.com
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Augustine's Bar & Bakery
1668 Selby Avea locally owned, friendly neighborhood cafe, pub, and bakery
Named after St. Augustine of Hippo, a patron saint of Brewers, Augustine’s features 40 craft beers on tap with many Minnesota breweries proudly represented. The menu, as well as the decor, is inspired by St. Augustine’s Mediterranean homeland (Hippo is an ancient town in what is now Algeria). After more than a year in the making and with the contributions of many talented people, Augustine’s is appreciative and ready to be a part of St. Paul’s Union Park neighborhood. We hope you enjoy what we’ve done with the old laundromat.
http://augustinesmn.com
Yummy food in an original 1957 Fodero Diner.
Sunday through Thursday: 7:30am - 11:00pm
Friday & Saturday: 7:30am - 1:30am
http://www.hi-lo-diner.com/
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Hi-Lo Diner
4020 E Lake StYummy food in an original 1957 Fodero Diner.
Sunday through Thursday: 7:30am - 11:00pm
Friday & Saturday: 7:30am - 1:30am
http://www.hi-lo-diner.com/
St. Paul is all about PHO! Easygoing counter-serve joint offering a variety of pho, banh mi & other standard Vietnamese eats. This Asian spot has one of the toughest food challenges around. Closed Mondays. http://www.iphomn.com/
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iPho by Saigon
704 University Ave WSt. Paul is all about PHO! Easygoing counter-serve joint offering a variety of pho, banh mi & other standard Vietnamese eats. This Asian spot has one of the toughest food challenges around. Closed Mondays. http://www.iphomn.com/
An atmospheric java cafe with quirky decor, a garden patio & a relaxed vibe offering coffee, tea and Middle Eastern-inspired foods. Cahoots Coffee Bar is a place of inclusion, where all are welcome - ideas, people, voices and cultures. https://cahootscoffee.wordpress.com/
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Cahoots Coffee Bar
1562 Selby AveAn atmospheric java cafe with quirky decor, a garden patio & a relaxed vibe offering coffee, tea and Middle Eastern-inspired foods. Cahoots Coffee Bar is a place of inclusion, where all are welcome - ideas, people, voices and cultures. https://cahootscoffee.wordpress.com/
The café serves breakfast, lunch, dinner, beer, wine, cocktails, as well as espresso and non-alcoholic drinks. A Happy Hour is offered daily from 3-6pm. Patio seating is available in season. The Black Dog is known for live music (Jazz, World, Roots, Bluegrass) most every night and particularly for their Saturday nights. “Saturday Night Jazz at the Black Dog,” which features the best veteran Jazz musicians in the Twin Cities. The Black Dog is on the southeast corner of the Saint Paul Farmers Market Square, two blocks east of the Union Depot Green Line Station, and one block south of CHS Field home of the Saint Paul Saints baseball. http://blackdogstpaul.com/
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Black Dog Cafe
308 E Prince StThe café serves breakfast, lunch, dinner, beer, wine, cocktails, as well as espresso and non-alcoholic drinks. A Happy Hour is offered daily from 3-6pm. Patio seating is available in season. The Black Dog is known for live music (Jazz, World, Roots, Bluegrass) most every night and particularly for their Saturday nights. “Saturday Night Jazz at the Black Dog,” which features the best veteran Jazz musicians in the Twin Cities. The Black Dog is on the southeast corner of the Saint Paul Farmers Market Square, two blocks east of the Union Depot Green Line Station, and one block south of CHS Field home of the Saint Paul Saints baseball. http://blackdogstpaul.com/
Yummy Greek food made from locally sourced, fresh ingredients.
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The Naughty Greek
181 Snelling Ave NYummy Greek food made from locally sourced, fresh ingredients.
Local farm-to-table restaurant. Great breakfasts. Also a local place to meet up, hang out, free wifi, great food.
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Tillie's Farmhouse
232 Cleveland Ave NLocal farm-to-table restaurant. Great breakfasts. Also a local place to meet up, hang out, free wifi, great food.
Bark and the Bite
2186 Marshall AveEverything Else
Merriam Park Library
1831 Marshall AveExcellent community library - computers and wifi.
Rouge Urban Salon
1743 Selby Avenice cuts!
Pusch Salon
2040 Marshall AveOur fav hair salon. Ask for Michael, the owner.
Suds America Laundromat
2045 Marshall AveDIY or drop it off.
Grandview Theatre
1830 Grand AveOld school theater with new films.
Wells Fargo Bank
4943 S 34th AveWalk in and drive thru. ATM.
Bubbly Paws
949 Grand AveDog supplies, care and day care.
Gorgeous place to bike, walk, run. Starts at the Mississippi River and goes east to the Cathedral. Can also bike/walk along the Missisippi River through lovely bluff park.
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Summit Avenue
Summit AvenueGorgeous place to bike, walk, run. Starts at the Mississippi River and goes east to the Cathedral. Can also bike/walk along the Missisippi River through lovely bluff park.
Many Mac families stay with us. It's a $5 cab ride or about a 10-15 min. walk.
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Macalester College
1600 Grand AveMany Mac families stay with us. It's a $5 cab ride or about a 10-15 min. walk.
University of Saint Thomas
2115 Summit Ave10 min. walk from our place.
HOURCAR Hub
1647 Grand AveClosest car share http://www.hourcar.org/locations
Check out Visit St. Paul, our insider's guide to food and drinks, the amazing craft beer experience, events, shopping, things to do, and more. http://www.visitsaintpaul.com/
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Saint Paul
Check out Visit St. Paul, our insider's guide to food and drinks, the amazing craft beer experience, events, shopping, things to do, and more. http://www.visitsaintpaul.com/
Best gas prices and wonderful garage service. Minnesota fuel coop. Our family has gone there for three generations.
Minnoco
2178 Marshall AveBest gas prices and wonderful garage service. Minnesota fuel coop. Our family has gone there for three generations.
Shopping, dining, banks, markets and everything else - Grand Avenue is the main destination for food & entertainment in St. Paul. https://www.grandave.com/
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Grand Avenue
Grand AvenueShopping, dining, banks, markets and everything else - Grand Avenue is the main destination for food & entertainment in St. Paul. https://www.grandave.com/
Parks & Nature
Beautiful trails up and down the river with scenic overlooks and parks. This is the only place along the Mississippi River with bluffs, although you can access beaches and dog parks along the river.
Mississippi River Boulevard
Mississippi River BoulevardBeautiful trails up and down the river with scenic overlooks and parks. This is the only place along the Mississippi River with bluffs, although you can access beaches and dog parks along the river.
Como Park in St. Paul is home to a beautiful park, picnicking, a summer swimming pool, a free zoo, "Como Town" amusement park for children, mini-golf, a Japanese garden, an AMAZING conservatory, a lake, restaurants, pavillion on the lake, summer farmers' market, music, paddle boats, walking and biking trails, a golf course and more.
http://www.comozooconservatory.org/
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Como Park Zoo & Conservatory
1225 Estabrook DrComo Park in St. Paul is home to a beautiful park, picnicking, a summer swimming pool, a free zoo, "Como Town" amusement park for children, mini-golf, a Japanese garden, an AMAZING conservatory, a lake, restaurants, pavillion on the lake, summer farmers' market, music, paddle boats, walking and biking trails, a golf course and more.
http://www.comozooconservatory.org/
Merriam Park Recreation Center
2000 St Anthony AveLocal neighborhood park - tennis courts, playground, rec center.
Arts & Culture
Best neighborhoods in the Twin Cities: http://www.minnesotamonthly.com/Lists-Guides/The-Twin-Cities-Best-Neighborhoods/
Twin Cities
Best neighborhoods in the Twin Cities: http://www.minnesotamonthly.com/Lists-Guides/The-Twin-Cities-Best-Neighborhoods/
The Minnesota Historical Society preserves Minnesota's past, shares our state's stories and connects people with history in meaningful ways, for today and for tomorrow. Because history matters!
We're part of Minnesota's rich history. Since 1849, we've grown to become one of the largest and most prestigious historical societies in the country. We play an important role in our state's historic preservation, education and tourism; and provide the public with award-winning programs, exhibitions and events.
We owe it to future generations to be good stewards of the past. Join us. It's the best deal in history!
http://www.mnhs.org
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Minnesota History Center
345 W Kellogg BlvdThe Minnesota Historical Society preserves Minnesota's past, shares our state's stories and connects people with history in meaningful ways, for today and for tomorrow. Because history matters!
We're part of Minnesota's rich history. Since 1849, we've grown to become one of the largest and most prestigious historical societies in the country. We play an important role in our state's historic preservation, education and tourism; and provide the public with award-winning programs, exhibitions and events.
We owe it to future generations to be good stewards of the past. Join us. It's the best deal in history!
http://www.mnhs.org
Science Museum of MN is the most popular museum in the Upper Midwest. Featuring dinosaurs, hands-on exhibits, and the Omnitheater. www.smm.org
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Science Museum of Minnesota
120 W Kellogg BlvdScience Museum of MN is the most popular museum in the Upper Midwest. Featuring dinosaurs, hands-on exhibits, and the Omnitheater. www.smm.org
Mia inspires wonder with extraordinary exhibitions and one of the finest wide-ranging art collections in the country. From Monet to Matisse, Asian to African, 40,000-year-old artifacts to world-famous masterpieces, Mia links the past to the present and enables global conversations. https://new.artsmia.org/
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Minneapolis Institute of Art
2400 3rd Ave SMia inspires wonder with extraordinary exhibitions and one of the finest wide-ranging art collections in the country. From Monet to Matisse, Asian to African, 40,000-year-old artifacts to world-famous masterpieces, Mia links the past to the present and enables global conversations. https://new.artsmia.org/
http://www.asimn.org/
"The Castle is our own Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum or Frick. Art feels different in former homes, even very grand ones, from in museums built as museums.” - Pamela Espeland, Artscape, MinnPost
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American Swedish Institute
2600 Park Avehttp://www.asimn.org/
"The Castle is our own Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum or Frick. Art feels different in former homes, even very grand ones, from in museums built as museums.” - Pamela Espeland, Artscape, MinnPost
Weaving the traditions of Dance, Music, Art & Language. Check out their calendar for events. https://thecelticjunction.com/
"Best Cultural Center in North America" –Irish Central, 2018
Celtic Junction Arts Center and the Eoin McKiernan Library are the winners of the 2018 IrishCentral's Creativity and Arts Award for Irish American Centers and Festivals!
Celtic Junction Arts Center
836 Prior Avenue NorthWeaving the traditions of Dance, Music, Art & Language. Check out their calendar for events. https://thecelticjunction.com/
"Best Cultural Center in North America" –Irish Central, 2018
Celtic Junction Arts Center and the Eoin McKiernan Library are the winners of the 2018 IrishCentral's Creativity and Arts Award for Irish American Centers and Festivals!