The City's Best Bargains
Updated: May 30, 2002
Even with a busted bank account, there's still fun to be had in T.C. For cheap meals, free events and other wallet-friendly fare--you just have to know where to look. So, put away that pocketbook and prepare to find yourself in one of these money-saving situations.
On this page:Cheap Eats, Free Attractions, Inexpensive Dates.
Cheap Eats
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Quang Pastry & Deli
Read Reviews2719 Nicollet Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55408 (map)
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Cossetta Italian Market
Read Reviews211 Seventh St W, St Paul, MN 55102 (map)
A bustling Italian eatery that's been serving home-style delicacies since 1911.
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Broders Cucina Italiana
Read Reviews2308 W 50th St, Minneapolis, MN 55410 (map)
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Mickey's Diner
Read Reviews36 Seventh St W, St Paul, MN 55102 (map)
Free Attractions
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Como Park Zoo & Conservatory
Read Reviews1360 N Lexington Pkwy, St Paul, MN 55103 (map)
With golf, flowers and a free zoo, it's a winner.
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Mall Of America
Read Reviews8100 24th Ave S, Bloomington, MN 55425 (map)
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Minneapolis Sculpture Garden
Read ReviewsVineland Pl and Lyndale Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55403 (map)
Some of the most memorable works in the Walker Art Center's collection sit on the grass of this urban garden.
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Minneapolis Institute of Arts
Read Reviews2400 Third Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55404 (map)
A splendid, sprawling building that covers much ground--physically, chronologically and culturally.
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Chain of Lakes
Read ReviewsW Calhoun Pkwy, Minneapolis, MN 55409 (map)
Minneapolis' best-known lakes boast the Twin Cities' best human scenery.
Inexpensive Dates
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Bryant-Lake Bowl
Read Reviews810 W Lake St, Minneapolis, MN 55408 (map)
Come for the bowling, stay for the food and entertainment.
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Duluth Lakewalk
Read ReviewsS 27th Ave E, Duluth, MN 55806 (map)
Head up north to walk along the largest of the Great Lakes.
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Gasthof Zur Gemutlichkeit
Read Reviews2300 University Ave NE, Minneapolis, MN 55418 (map)
Sing "Roll out the Barrel" accompanied by strolling accordionists and waltz merrily with the servers.
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Khan's Mongolian Barbeque
Read Reviews2720 Snelling Ave N, Roseville, MN 55113 (map)
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