Good food at Good Day

Written by Meredith Gallagher · March 9, 2010  

One of the best breakfast places in the west metro, Good Day Cafe is famous for its delicious egg dishes. Whether it be one of their omelettes, quiches, or eggs Benedict, you cannot go wrong at Good Day. They are also known for their pancakes, crepes, and lunch sandwiches. The most recent addition... (more...)

More than just pastries at Minneapolis favorite

Written by Meredith Gallagher · February 23, 2010  

Part deli, part bakery, part cafe, Turtle Bread Company is the perfect place to go for a giant cookie after school or a filling breakfast on the weekends. Located on 44th Street in Linden Hills, the independently owned and operated restaurant offers customers a large and diverse menu: Oatmeal... (more...)

Local pizzeria, homemade touch

Written by Meredith Gallagher · February 11, 2010  

While it doesn’t serve up snack food, HomeMade Pizza Company, located in Calhoun Commons, is still a great place to stop after school. A Papa Murphy-esque pizza place, HomeMade will create a fresh, unbaked pizza with all the toppings. Customers simply have to take it home and place it... (more...)

Smoothie shop is undoubtedly king

Written by Meredith Gallagher · January 4, 2010  

Instead of Jamba Juice like always, try going to Smoothie King for your after-school snack. This stop, located just on the corner of Cedar Lake Road and Parkdale Drive, offers more than 50 different flavors of smoothies. Since 1973, the chain has focused all of its attention on producing the... (more...)

New burger joint a smash hit

Written by Meredith Gallagher · November 12, 2009  

Opening its doors in Golden Valley earlier this summer, Smashburger isn’t exactly a new take on the classic burger joint, but it has definitely taken the art of fast food to new heights. The burgers there are absolutely delicious–they may as well be homemade–but Smashburger... (more...)

Local coffee house makes great after-school hangout

Written by Meredith Gallagher · October 12, 2009  

Located less than 30 seconds from BSM, Harvest Moon Coffee Shop is the perfect place to go after school. A welcome change from Caribou and Starbucks, this independently-owned coffeehouse uses beans from a specialty roaster right in Cannon Falls, ensuring freshness and great taste. Along with... (more...)

Baja Sol Provides Tasty Options for After School

Written by Meredith Gallagher · September 11, 2009  

Instead of always turning to Chipotle or Noodles for your after school snack, try Baja Sol Tortilla Grill. Since 1995, with the opening of its first location in Minneapolis, the fast food chain has been serving up excellent Mexican food. From a diverse menu of tostadas, half a dozen different... (more...)

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