If you’re planning a trip to Minnehaha Falls in Minneapolis, do yourself a favor and plan to grab lunch at Sea Salt Eatery while you’re there. The restaurant is literally right next to the falls, making it the perfect place to eat before or after exploring the park. We stopped…
Restaurants
Wildberry Pancakes and Cafe
Whenever we visit a new city, breakfast is usually one of the meals we’re most excited about. There’s just something fun about starting the day with a great meal before heading out to explore. When we flew into Chicago early that morning, we were definitely ready for breakfast. Wildberry Pancakes…
Gotham Bagels Chicago, IL
If you’re planning a trip to Chicago and looking for a breakfast spot that’s actually worth the hype, let us save you some time: go to Gotham Bagels. We knew we wanted to try Gotham Bagels while we were in Chicago, but when we woke up that morning, we had…
Gino’s East Chicago, IL
When we planned our recent trip to Chicago, there was one thing we all agreed on: we wanted the full Chicago deep dish pizza experience. Sure, you can find pizza almost anywhere, but when you’re in Chicago, trying deep dish at one of the city’s most famous pizza restaurants feels…
Stan’s Donuts Chicago, IL
If you’re planning a trip to Chicago and looking for a quick breakfast, a coffee break, or simply one of the best donuts in the city, Stan’s Donuts should be at the top of your list. During our recent trip to Chicago, we kept hearing people talk about Stan’s Donuts…
Visiting Ralph’s Coffee Shop Chicago, IL
We took a little spring shopping trip to Chicago recently, and one place I really wanted to stop was Ralph’s Coffee. I’ve seen this cute coffee shop all over Instagram and TikTok for years, so while we were spending the day shopping around downtown Chicago and the Magnificent Mile, it…
Olive’s Fresh Pizza Bar in Excelsior, Minnesota
If you’re spending the day in beautiful Excelsior, MN and looking for a casual spot with seriously good pizza, make sure you stop at Olive’s Fresh Pizza Bar. After walking around town, browsing the cute boutiques, and enjoying the lake atmosphere, pizza felt like the perfect choice — and this…
Minerva’s Restaurant in Sioux Falls, SD
If you’re looking for a memorable meal in Sioux Falls, Minerva’s Restaurant is one of those places locals recommend for a reason. Known for upscale comfort food, attentive service, and a long-standing reputation in the city, Minerva’s is a popular downtown spot for date nights, celebrations, business dinners, and visitors…
Dino’s Pizzeria in Mankato, MN
If we’re being honest, we end up eating at Dino’s Pizzeria almost every time we make it to the Mankato area — it’s just one of those places we keep coming back to. This visit was a Saturday afternoon, and it couldn’t have been easier. There was hardly any wait,…
Brunch at The Ole Store in Northfield, MN
If you’re searching for the best brunch in Northfield, Minnesota, make sure The Ole Store Restaurant is on your list. Tucked into the heart of town, this longtime local favorite blends small-town charm, hearty comfort food, and creative brunch dishes that make it a must-visit stop. We recently visited Northfield…