Explore Lake Minnetonka
The Cove is nestled along the shores of Lake Minnetonka where you’ll discover beautiful beaches and parks, charming shops, sightseeing cruises, trolleys, and more.
Use the map on this page to explore the area and discover the endless variety of shops, restaurants, and conveniences within minutes of your new home.
Map Legend
- Public Boat Access
- Marina
- Bridge
- Shopping
- Treats / Coffee
- Bar / Restaurant
- Grocery Store
- Winery / Brewery
- Golf / Country Club
- Recreation / Activities
- Park
- Regional Trail
- Golf
- Park
- Downtown
Woodland Cove
Lady of the Lake Boat Tours
Enjoy a beautiful Minnesota day or evening on the premier Lake Minnetonka charter boat, the Lady of the Lake. The only three deck charter boat on Lake Minnetonka, the Lady of the Lake is prefect for parties from 20 to 125. Public Cruises are also available. See web site for more information.
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Wekota Park/Beach
Public park with beach on Lake Minnetonka, Echo Bay
Minnetonka Boat Club & Rental
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Golden Dragon
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Unhinged Pizza
Simple eatery featuring a pizza buffet also offering chicken, salads, appetizers & ice cream.
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Rey Azteca
Warm hospitality and mouth-watering Mexican cuisine that will not break your budget.
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Mocha Monkey
Locally roasted organic fair-trade beans are the foundation for every espresso and coffee inspired drink served.
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Downtown Waconia
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D'Vinci's Restaurant
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A local tea shop specializing in hot teas, iced teas, bubble teas, smoothies and slushies.
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Pangea Café
Presenting real food using the freshest ingredients and featuring locally sourced farming.
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Egg-Cetera Café
Home-style cooking with fresh ingredients and large portions.
Lola's Lakehouse
Providing American fare with a New England influence, including a full bar area and lakeside dining on the deck.
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Island View Golf Club
A challenging 18-hole semi-private golf course lined with mature trees, rolling hills, and manicured greens.
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Featuring excellent food while showcasing wide-open views of Island View Golf Club.
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Schram Vineyards
A must-stop destination where guests can taste and appreciate a variety of quality wines alongside distinctive craft brews, all made right on-site.
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Mocha Monkey
Locally roasted organic fair-trade beans are the foundation for every espresso and coffee inspired drink served.
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Mackenthun's Meats & Deli
Butcher and Deli - While traveling across Europe, you will find that almost every small town has its own meat market. Local flavors emerge and sausages are created and sold. Cathy Mackenthun’s Meats and Deli of St. Bonifacius, MN has continued this lovely tradition for over four generations. We have provided our customers with handmade smoked meats, sausages, jerky, apple wood smoked bacon and ham, brats, meat pies, braunschweiger and many other outstanding products for over 55 years
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Downtown St. Bonifacious
Parley Lake Winery
Offering the chance to experience seven acres of Vineyards, 20 acres of orchards, and locally grown and produced wines.
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Westonka Recreational Association Park
The Westonka Recreational Association is a group of various service organizations with representatives from the cities of Minnetrista, Mound, and St. Boni. It operates a park with four lighted softball fields and a baseball field, a playground with a picnic area and shelter, and a meeting room.
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Carver Park Reserve
Explore winding trails, wooded terrain and lakes and marshes, as well as Lowry Nature Center where you can visit live animals, observe birds, or relax near the fireplace or on the deck.
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Halsteads Bay
H40 - Gravel access on Halsteads Bay in Minnetrista on Halstead Drive, Limited Parking along Halstead Drive
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Halsteads Bay - Carry-In Only Access
H41 - Carry in access on King Point Road north of The Cove
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Lowry Nature Center
Lowry Nature Center, the first public nature center built in the Twin Cities, is a beautiful, prairie-style building nestled in the middle of Carver Park Reserve. View seasonal interpretive displays, visit live animals, observe birds in the wildlife view area, or relax near the fireplace or on the deck.
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Clearance: 14’-11”
Dairy Queen
Soft-serve ice cream & signature shakes top the menu at this classic burger & fries fast-food chain
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Lake Minnetonka Regional Park
Park includes lake access and a 1 3/4 acre fresh water sand bottom pool
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Gale Woods Farm
A unique educational opportunity where visitors of all ages gain an understanding of agriculture, food production, and land stewardship.
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Surfside Park - Mound
City park with public beach on Lake Minnetonka, Cooks Bay
Cooks Bay - Boat Access
H45 - Paved boat access in the City of Mound next to Mound Surfside Park
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Surfside Bar and Grill
Weekend breakfast, happy hour, and a full bar for families and friends to meet up, catch up, or watch a game.
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Burl Oaks Golf Club
Featuring 18 challenging holes surrounded by mature trees, picturesque ponds, and rolling hills
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West Upper Lake - Lake Minnetonka Regional Park - Minnetrista
H52 - Paved boat access in Three River Park District's Lake Minnetonka Regional Park.
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Scotty B's Restaurant
Providing home-made food, including handpacked burgers, soups from scratch, and daily specials for over 25 years.
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Mound Marketplace
Victoria House
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Downtown Mound
Mound - Commerce Place
Floyd's Bar
Old-school watering hole offering brews, cocktails, casual grub & live bands in an unfussy space.
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Downtown Victoria
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ENKI Brewing Company
Offering a somewhat ‘lived in’ feel with a great view of both the lake and our beautiful brew house.
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Deer Run Golf Club
A premier 18-hole championship golf course that is notorious for friendly service and an impeccably maintained, playable, yet challenging golf course.
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Vic's Bar & Grille
Award winning burgers, cold beer, full bar, live music, drink specials, free WiFi, fun atmosphere and friendly staff. Your typical corner bar. Local owners. Our hamburger is ground fresh daily and seasoned with our special spices, making it a spectacular burger experience that is well worth the drive to Victoria!
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Bridge: Lost Lake
Clearance: 11’-1”
Roulette's Pizza
They offer the best dine-in, delivery and carry-out pizza in Victoria, MN and throughout the South West Metro area.
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Porta Del Sol
Providing authentic made-to-order Mexican food using the freshest ingredients.
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Domino's Pizza
Delivery/carryout chain offering a wide range of pizza, plus chicken wings & other sides
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Al & Alma's Supper Club
Where hand cut steaks, slow cooked BBQ ribs, famous camp style walleye, and homemade desserts accompany delightful nightly specials including fresh ocean fish.
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Bridge: Emerald Lake
Clearance: 12’-4”
Bridge: Zimmermans Pass
Clearance: 11’-6”
Wawatasso Island
Lake Minnetonka Island that is part of the Three Rivers Park District park system
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Phelps Bay - Minnetrista - Boat Access
H44 - Gravel access along Tuxedo Road on Enchanted Island , limited parking
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Bridge: Seton Lake
Clearance: 12’-8”
Asian Bistro
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Spring Park - Marina Center
Minnetonka Drive-In
Classic seasonal burger, shake and fries drive-in
Chaska Town Course
This public golf course is considered one of the best in the Twin Cities. Designed by renowned golf course architect Arthur Hills, the Chaska Town Course sprawls over 285 acres of oak groves, open prairie and marshlands. Lush bent grass covers the playing area from tee box to green. Chaska Town Course is owned and operated by the City of Chaska
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Bridge: Forest Lake
Clearance: 11’-8”
Bridge: Black Lake
Clearance: 9’-9”
Wild Goose Island
Lake Minnetonka Island that is part of the Three Rivers Park District park system
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Howards Point Marina
Howard’s Point Marina on Lake Minnetonka - A welcome alternative to public access areas. Cozy and unique marina providing convenient access to beautiful Lake Minnetonka
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Spring Park Bay - Spring Park - Boat Access
H38 - Concrete boat access along Shoreline Drive, parking available
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Rockvam Boat Yards
Rockvam Boat Yards, Inc. is a full service marina located on the south shore of West Arm of Lake Minnetonka in Spring Park Minnesota. Their central location on Lake Minnetonka allows easy access to all of the fun boating activities Lake Minnetonka offers
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Tonka Grill & BBQ
An award-winning family owned restaurant, where taste and service come first.
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Minnesota Arboretum
Showcasing more than 1,200 acres of gardens and tree collections, prairie and woods, and miles of trails.
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Lord Fletcher's Old Lake Lodge
A cozy neighborhood destination where savory food and lake life are not only celebrated, but cherished.
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North Arm - Orono - Boat Access
H42 - Concrete launch along North Shore Drive, parking available
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Bridge: Hendrickson
Clearance: 14’-11”
Bridge: Coffee
Clearance: 13’-6”
Dairy Queen
Soft-serve ice cream & signature shakes top the menu at this classic burger & fries fast-food chain
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Bridge: Boy Scout
Clearance: 6’-11”
Maxwell Bay - Orono - Boat Access
H52 - Concrete launch along North Shore Drive, parking available
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D'Vinci's Navarre
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The Narrows Saloon
Providing incredible food, boundless drinks, and a great selection of the area's finest craft beers.
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North Shore Marina West - Maxwell Bay
North Shore Marina located on Smith's, Maxwell and Brown's Bays, their Lake Minnetonka marina facilities are family friendly with attention to detail and outstanding customer service to give you the most pleasurable boating experience
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Bridge: Noerenberg
Clearance: 12’-8”
Hazeltine National Golf Club
A premier golf destination featuring an 18-hole course that spans rolling hills, mature woods, picturesque lakes, and vast prairies providing an unparalleled golfing challenge.
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Noerenberg Memorial Gardens
Owned and operated by Three Rivers Park District, Noerenberg Memorial Gardens is known for its tranquility and spectacular beauty. Situated along the shore of Crystal Bay on Lake Minnetonka, Noerenberg is widely regarded as one of the finest formal gardens in Minnesota
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Bridge: Narrows
Clearance: 18’-3”
Lafeyette Club
Lafayette is a century-old limited membership club located on the shore of Lake Minnetonka. They provide their members a multitude of year-round family oriented social activities, as well as golf, tennis, swimming, fitness, fine dining, and hotel facilities.
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Old Orchard Park
Grills, picnic tables, swings, and a fishing pier are available for all to enjoy at Old Orchard Park.
Lake Minnewashta Park
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
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Hazellewood Grill & Tap Room
Fresh, seasonal, and sometimes cutting edge with weekend brunch.
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B Grizzly's Pizza
Delivering pizza made with the freshest of vegetables, meats with no fillers, creamy whole milk cheese, and crust made from the finest North American wheat.
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Seven Forty One Crossings
Bridge: Arcola
Clearance: 14’-9”
Hwy 7 & CR 41 North Mall
Tonka Bay Marina
Tonka Bay Marina brings your lakestyle to life through three premier marina locations — Tonka Bay, Excelsior and Shorewood Yacht Club — with slips to accommodate 20- to 70-foot boats and a launch ramp on each site. Their crew provides prompt, professional service so you can hit the lake running.
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Milo's Sandwiches
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Shorewood Yacht Club
There's no better place to enjoy an active, year-round social life with kindred spirits who share your love of sailing. We host Gideon Bay Boaters, offering a full calendar of organized boat races and fun family events.
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Bay to Bay Boat Club
The Country Club of Boating; where everything is done for you at a high level. Bay To Bay is the creator and innovator of the Boat Club concept. They offer the largest fleet of luxurious boats.
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The Caribbean Marina
Located on the lower lake just west of Excelsior on Echo Bay, marina customers enjoy beautiful views of Echo Bay and historic Big Island
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North Shore Marina - Smith's Bay
North Shore Marina located on Smith's, Maxwell and Brown's Bays, their Lake Minnetonka marina facilities are family friendly with attention to detail and outstanding customer service to give you the most pleasurable boating experience
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Miyabi
Delicious Japanese & Asian Food! Located at 400 Water St. Excelsior, MN 55331. Our restaurant offers a wide array of authentic Japanese & Asian cuisine, ranging from traditional dishes such as Traditional Sushi Rolls, Noodle Soup, Fresh Sashimi to Specials such as Thai dishes, Indian curry and Chinese Szechuan dishes created by our chef.
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Big Island
Lake Minnetonka Island that is part of the Three Rivers Park District park system
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Downtown Excelsior
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Patisserie Margo
A bakery featuring made from scratch baked goods and desserts with no preservatives and no trans fats.
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Excelsior Streetcar
Enjoy a trip through historic Excelsior along a half-mile of track built on the former right-of-way of the Minneapolis and St. Louis Railway.
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Olive's Fresh
Smell the fresh, hand-made dough baking in the wood fired oven. Who knew pizza could smell and taste so good? Enjoy European cooking – everything same day fresh – in your own backyard. Come taste the difference.
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Excelsior Brewery Tours
A Lake Minnetonka inspired microbrewery offering several unique brews, tours, and growler sales.
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Coalition
Combining an inspired menu with a casually sophisticated setting in a historic downtown Excelsior main street building.
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Jake O'Connor's Public House
Featuring a creative menu and casual dining among a wonderful ambiance, live music, and a perfectly poured pint.
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Red Sauce Rebellion
Red Sauce Rebellion is approachable yet unexpected Itailian, simple yet intriguing.
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Yumi's Sushi Bar
A restaurant dedicated to serving the finest sushi and bringing you that unforgettable experience.
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Dock Cinema
A historic theater that screens a mix of first-run, art, and foreign features.
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Lago Tacos
A restaurant and full bar that specializes in fresh mex, street tacos, monster burritos, fresh margaritas, and ice cold beer.
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Steamboat Minnehaha Boat Tour
Boat tours of Lake Minnetonka run by the Museum of Lake Minnetonka Saturdays, Sundays and Holidays (except for Special Events*) May 23rd thru September 7th
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Licks Unlimited
A fun, quaint little ice cream shop with much to look at and many flavors to choose from.
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Tommy's Tonka Trolley
Featuring Sebastian Joe's Ice Cream, along with hot dogs and other snacks.
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Bridge: Tanager Lake
Clearance: 10’-2”
North Shore Marina East - Brown's Bay
North Shore Marina located on Smith's, Maxwell and Brown's Bays, their Lake Minnetonka marina facilities are family friendly with attention to detail and outstanding customer service to give you the most pleasurable boating experience
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Maynard's
Known for the best views of Lake Minnetonka and the best waterfront dining in the state.
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Excelsior Office Building
Opening summer 2018. Previously Bayside GrilleExcelsior Marina
Maximize your Lake Minnetonka fun with the Excelsior Marina opening Summer 2018
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Bridge: St Albans Bay
Clearance: 12’-5”
McDonalds
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Cast and Cru
Serving fresh, modern, American cuisine made of seasonal ingredients grown in on-site gardens.
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Bean's Greenwood Marina
Nestled in St. Alban’s Bay, one of the cleanest and quietest bays on Lake Minnetonka, The only marina on Lake Minnetonka to provide covered slips, valuable assets for protecting your boat from the elements.
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Spring Hill Golf Club
A unique, limited membership golf club dedicated to preserving and honoring the finest traditions in the game of golf.
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Woodhill Country Club
Woodhill Country Club is a private family club located in the western suburbs of the Twin Cities. Members of all generations enjoy the many activities the club offers including golf, tennis, platform tennis, swimming and ice skating. In addition to outdoor activities, members gather for family meals, a Sunday brunch, a special holiday event or an evening with good friends
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Wayzata Country Club
A private, member owned club that features 18 holes and an inviting, relaxing environment away from the metropolitan bustle.
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Bridge: Carson’s Bay
Clearance: 5’-8”
Carson Bay - Deephaven - Boat Access
H43 - Gravel access along Minnetonka Blvd., limited parking
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Wayzata Beach
Public beach on Lake Minnetonka, Wayzata Bay
T & T Boatworks
Based out of Wayzata, Minnesota; T&T is your one stop for all of your boating needs. With services ranging from slip rental in their upscale marina to storage and service; T&T Boatworks has got you covered
6Smith
An artisan inspired meat and seafood restaurant for the urban suburban. Bold, fresh and modern.
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Tino's Pizza
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Gianni's Steakhouse
Upscale, but never uptight, with a welcoming neighborhood vibe and outstanding service that keeps locals coming back and visitors raving.
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COV
Combining Midwest comfort and hospitality with the unmistakable allure and energy of Nantucket or the Hamptons.
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Yogurt Lab
A build-your-own yogurt bar offering 16 of the freshest, tastiest rotating flavors and endless unique toppings.
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People Organic
Mod cafe serving local & organic American eats & fair-trade coffee (wine & beer also available)
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Downtown Wayzata
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Starbucks
Seattle-based coffeehouse chain known for its signature roasts, light bites and WiFi availability
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Wayzata Bar & Grill
A casual dining restaurant with a hard-working staff, a full menu, and an open door.
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Wayzata Bay Plaza
Fountain Chinese Restaurant
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District Fresh Kitchen & Bar
Focusing on fresh food, beverages, and spirits rooted in sustainable, farm-to-table practices.
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Maggie's Restaurant
A local favorite featuring homemade pizzas, Italian and American dinners, and breakfast that is served all day.
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Beanhaven Café
Great lunch and coffee
Big Bowl Chinese Express
Local counter-serve chain dishing up bowls of Chinese food & pad Thai, plus wontons & egg rolls
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Colonial Square
Bruegger's Bagels
Cafe/bakery chain preparing small-batch, New York-style bagels, plus breakfast & lunch sandwiches
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Wayzata Bay - Wayzata - Boat Access
H55 - Gravel access along Shady Lane, limited parking
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Jimmy John's
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Punch Pizza
Casual offshoot showcasing wood fired Neapolitan pizzas with an array of toppings & homemade crust.
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Ike's Minnetonka
Steakhouse & bar providing premium cuts of meat & specialty burgers in casual contemporary quarters.
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Tri's Wok
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Mandarin Yang
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Target
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7-HI Shopping Center
Toppers Pizza
Pizzeria chain making pies with unusual toppings (wings too), offered at counter or via delivery
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McDonalds
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Spasso
Snazzy bar & eatery offering wood-fired pizza, steaks & upscale Italian entrees, plus many wines
Wendy's
Fast-food burger chain known for its shakes, as well as sides such as chili & baked potatoes
Arby's
Fast-food chain, known for its roast beef, serving up hot & cold sandwiches, fries & shakes.
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Snuffy's Malt Shop
One of a local group of retro malt shops serving burgers & comfort food with sundaes & milkshakes
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Dairy Queen
Soft-serve ice cream & signature shakes top the menu at this classic burger & fries fast-food chain
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Starbucks
Seattle-based coffeehouse chain known for its signature roasts, light bites and WiFi availability
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Chipotle Mexican Grill
Fast-food chain offering Mexican fare, including design-your-own burritos, tacos & bowls.
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Beijing Restaurant
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Lakewinds Food Co-Op
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Burger King
Well-known fast-food chain serving grilled burgers, fries & shakes, plus breakfast.
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Bridge: Grays Bay
Clearance: 14’-4”
Westwind Plaza
Big Thrill Factory
Playful venue featuring a range of activities including bumper cars, laser tag & arcade games.
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Gray's Bay - Minnetonka - Boat Access
H46 - Concrete access along CR 101, parking available
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Bridge: Libbs Lake
Clearance: 8’-10”
Grays Bay - Carry-In Access
H39 - Carry in access to the headwaters of Minnehaha Creek
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Bruegger's Bagels
Cafe/bakery chain preparing small-batch, New York-style bagels, plus breakfast & lunch sandwiches
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Minnetonka Civic Center Park
Civic Center Park serves both neighborhood and community needs. Located along Minnehaha Creek, it is home to Minnetonka city hall, community center, fire station #1, police station, two ice arenas, and several events, including the Minnetonka Summer Festival (June), Minnetonka Farmers’ Market (July–September), and Minnetonka Fire Department and City Open House (October)
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