Best Shopping Centres In Minneapolis Near Me

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Nicollet (formerly known as Nicollet Mall) has long been downtown’s core shopping and entertainment artery. Its comprehensive remodel has enhanced the experience for visitors, folks who work downtown, and the area’s residential population. With motor vehicles restricted to buses and taxis, this mile-long, go-to pedestrian oasis is lined by bar and restaurant sidewalk seating, art, bountiful greenery, and many shopping options. Before marching down this strip of leisure and people watching, stop by the Meet Minneapolis Visitor Center, located right on the corner of 5th Street and Nicollet. Here you can get all your Minneapolis questions answered by staff, including directions and suggestions about things to do in the area.


It’s difficult to miss the numerous skyways crossing Nicollet. The Minneapolis Skyway System is the largest, contiguous system of enclosed, second level bridges in the world, composed of roughly 9.5 miles of pathways connecting 80 city blocks. This grim-weather retreat contains multiple places to eat, shop, and drink as well as access to Orchestra Hall, Target Center, Target Field, U.S. Bank Stadium, and more.

On Nicollet, there are a number of skyway access points, including the cavernous Crystal Court in the IDS (between 7th and 8th Street)—the tallest building in downtown—and the flagship Target store on Nicollet and 9th Street. Along Nicollet, eating options on the skyway level (or accessible by skyway) include chains like Freshii, Naf Naf Grille, Chipotle, Dairy Queen, Leann Chin, and Starbucks. For locally owned options, check out The Brothers Deli and Caribou Coffee.

If you're looking for something cozy and warm, and you don't really want to leave the skyway, then look no further than Come Pho Soup. This French Vietnamiese fusion restaurant offers steaming bowls of pho (including build your own!) and filling Banh Mi sandwiches.

Some of the best donuts in the city are also located within the skyway system. Cardigan donuts can be find in both the IDS tower and City Center. Every week they come up with a unique donut flavor, they also have coffee, tea, yogurt bowls and ice cream.

Minneapolis has a particular affinity for outdoor dining. At ground level, Nicollet has a pleasing series of sidewalk patios that invite long, lazy meals, drinks, and people watching without having to shout over cars, trucks, and motorcycles roaring by.

Brit’s Pub has evolved into a kind of English Pub attraction as much as it is a place to get a bite and a pint. Soccer and rugby games bring in a specialized audience of passionate sports fans and the massive rooftop English Garden Park has a 10,000 square foot lawn bowling green, as well as offering a pleasant place to catch some sun.

Enjoy modern Latin American tacos and tapas, plus a truly wonderful happy hour, at Barrio. The made-to-order guacamole and pork carnitas tacos are excellent with a margarita made with over 100 tequila varieties.

The news theme décor in The News Room is a giant restaurant, punctuated by the clipper ship-shaped bar. It is known for its menu of American food and it's spacious room acoustics. We won’t spoil the surprise, but the bathrooms here are memorable. Across the street is another pub style restaurant The Local.

Need a quick pick-me-up or looking for something to sip on while stroll this main street in the heart of downtown? Coconut Whisk is a gluten free, vegan and allergen friendly cafe that serves re-imagined takes on waffles and pancakes as well as healthy spins on boba tea flavors and coffee.

Located in the iconic IDS Center in downtown Minneapolis, noa is the new hotspot for lunch. This inviting and spacious California-inspired eatery, serves chef-crafted fare and signature cocktails.

Devils' Advocate offers a predominately Italian menu, but has a variety of items to please everyone at the table. Local renowned chef Gavin Kaysen's Mara Restaurant and Bar has delicious food inspired by Mediterranean flavors. More popular spots for dinner are the contemporary Italian fare at Zelo and New York style steakhouse, 801 Chophouse.

On the tail-end of this street is Nicollet Diner, open 24 hours and has an all day breakfast menu. While Sushi Train is a fun dining experience, where you can pick your plate of sushi off a conveyor belt.

4worldlovers: Located in the highly affluent suburb of St. Louis Park, just minutes from downtown Minneapolis and centrally located just off of 394 and Highway 100. With heated indoor parking, as well as ample ramp and street parking you’re never far from some of the most unique shops in the Twin Cities. From locally-owned boutiques to entertainment to rejuvenation. Our shops are what make up the friendly, comfortable experience you’ll have when visiting The Shops at West End.

Farmers' and Artisan Market featuring local vendors, food trucks, and live music!


Free shuttle to Twins' home games during the summer with a purchase from a West End shop, retailer, or restaurant! Use promo code to attain shuttle ticket.