Fun Valentine's Ideas in the Twin Cities

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So you're finding yourself at a loss for things to do with your sweetheart on Valentine's Day. Well, you're in luck, because in the Twin Cities, there is so much to do, that there is no excuse for sitting at home this year. Here are a few date ideas that you can look into taking part in this Valentine's Day.

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1. Cafe Latte

St. Paul, MN

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Cafe Latte is a hot locals spot, located on Grand Ave in St. Paul, it is sure to please.

Visit for a meal, or simply just dessert, they have a little bit of everything and it is beyond scrumptious.

Care to have a drink with that? Cafe Latte also features a bar on the other side of the cafe just in case you have the hankering for something alcoholic.

For directions, hours, or more details, you can visit their website: Cafelatte.com

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Order your food on the spot and pay for delicious meals cafeteria style.

2. The Depot

Minneapolis, MN

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If you want something different and fun, then the Depot is definitely somewhere you should try. Formerly an old railroad station, it is now turned into an indoor ice skating rink in the winter.

Rent skates there or bring your own, this place is so much fun to visit. Complete with music and sometimes concessions, it's a unique experience that many locals indulge in. Bring your Valentine's Day chocolates and surprise them afterwards!

Visit their website at Thedepotminneapolis.com

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Ice skating at the Depot is a fun past-time for couples or for families.

3. Snuffy's Malt Shop

St. Paul, MN

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A diamond in the rough, this small-town malt shop is the cutest place to have a laid-back, old style meal.

Their food is incredible, inexpensive, and worth trying. Not to mention their homemade milkshakes in a variety of flavors, you just can't leave without trying one.

Usually pretty quiet, this restaurant is certainly one of Highland Park's best kept secrets.

I should mention, they also have more locations in Roseville, Minnetonka, and Edina.

Visit their website for directions and information: Snuffysmaltshop.com

4. Uncommon Grounds

Minneapolis-ish

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The name of this cafe says it all, but for a coffee shop, it's incredibly unique. Founded in a housing structure, this two-story shop offers a charming ambiance with dimmed lighting, music, candle light, and comfortable seating. Indulge in a dessert, or sip gourmet coffee gifts, you'll soon see why this place is loved by many.

Not to mention, they're very well-known for their chai, which is good to know, in case you're a big chai enthusiast.

Visit their website for more info: Uncommongroundscoffeehouse.com

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Uncommon Grounds front desk features all their delicious ingredients for tasty drinks.

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Comments

Have you been to any of these places?

  • naheedahsan Feb 16, 2012 @ 5:02 am | delete
    Nice lens, Great ideas!
  • karmicchristian Feb 15, 2012 @ 4:03 am | delete
    Haven't been to the US, let alone these lovely places. Sounds like great date destinations!
  • JoshK47 Feb 14, 2012 @ 11:45 am | delete
    Well, now I know if and when I visit up there, where to take a date! :)
  • janices7 Jan 19, 2012 @ 12:24 pm | delete
    Great ideas! The malt shop looks yummy for any occasion or reason :)
  • photofk3 Feb 14, 2011 @ 12:24 pm | delete
    Thank you for putting this together. Nice lens.
  • DessertLover Feb 14, 2011 @ 9:41 am | delete
    These are great ideas! Cafe Latte is one of my favorite places in St. Paul, their desserts are WONDERFUL. Great choices.
  • stargazer00 Feb 8, 2011 @ 2:01 pm | delete
    Looks like some fun things to do in the Twin Cities!
  • jkvkdailey Feb 7, 2011 @ 8:06 am | delete
    The Arboretum at the Como Zoo has romantic Valentine's Dinners. It would be so neat to be surrounded by beautiful flowers while sharing a gourmet dinner with your sweetie. The Depot would be a fun place to spend Valentine's Day! Great Lens.
  • janices7 Feb 6, 2011 @ 3:10 pm | delete
    Ice skating at the Depot or the rink in downtown St. Paul is always fun. Great list!
  • CitiesChick Feb 5, 2011 @ 4:09 pm | delete
    So many fun things to do in the Twin Cities! I was just at Snuffy's, yummy milkshakes!

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