Venues & Event Spaces near Golden Valley, MN

“Made reservations for an early Sunday dinner online. Website is easy to navigate and menus are updated. Parking was super easy, spacious lot around the restaurant. Staff were very attentive and answered any questions we had. Food came promptly and was well paced between appetizers and main course. My mocktail was DELICIOUS. The ramen was good, but a little on the sour side for my personal taste. That may have been on me since I didn’t realize the mushrooms were pickled! Overall, good place for a nice meal out!”

“Location is great. Staff was super nice.. hotel is clean. No dust bunnies in the corners.. windows and mirrors are fingerprint free. Smells clean... BUTthe hallway noise levels can be an issue.. maintenance needs to check and repair the seals around the door jams or make sure the doors are properly aligned or both ?”

“My wife and I love this park. The views of nature you can get here are stunning. The colors are just beautiful this time of year and the last time we went, we saw a large number of deer by the hidden pond near the entrance (not the big one with the island in the middle). It's just about as perfect as can be...with one exception.The modern art displays that have recently become more common in the park are strange and an eyesore. There are a few pictured in this review, and unfortunately many others that are often made of materials that stand in stark contrast to the natural beauty (a recently installed one is a concrete cask with a mowed field of artificial metal or plastic flowers around it, and others are structures made of rusty metal - the rusty "5", concrete, plastic, artificial colors, etc). A few years ago there was even a DVD player set up on a tree stump inside the nature center that looped a video of teenage girls silently throwing cheese puffs at one another in various nature scenes (I'm not joking). The empty container of cheese puffs was displayed next to the stump. These modern art displays have taken over a very nice space inside the nature center, where there was a comfy couch in front of a lovely fireplace. The couch has been removed to make room to display these modern art pieces and the fireplace is never turned on anymore. It's unfortunate - we really miss the ability to cozy up in front of that fireplace. But the park is otherwise very lovely, and we'll be coming back for years to come.”

“It’s just an overall great place to learn to skate they have good schedule salesmen aka Nick is a great person to talk to and overall has good vibes, Dave super nice and good to teach you to skate and super cheap boards and equipment not to mention cheap skating $5 sessions come visit super fun and tell your friends and family about HELP”

“A 5-star hotel and restaurant located on the only inhabited island in Minneapolis and just minutes from anything cool you can think of. We frequented the Nicollet Island Inn (NII) for the quiet, well-kept bar that is a hidden gem, and an occasional dinner/meal, when we lived in Northeast Minneapolis. So, when we were returning after a 4-year absence, we HAD to stay at the Nicollet Island Inn. We met friends and family for an afternoon and evening of dining, drinks and fun. We received superb service, unsurmountable attention to detail and delicious, splendid meals. Wow! NII sets the new gold standard for hotels and restaurants. All of us who travel regularly were amazed at the professionalism, genuine care and alacrity that we enjoyed with every encounter, every meal and every conversation. A huge thank you to Issa at the front desk, Brad in the NII bar, and Lillian and Rebecca in the restaurant. Everything was perfect. You impressed everyone who had the pleasure of interacting with each of you.Nearby activities: There is too much in the way of activities that are nearby. You are a 10 minute walk to downtown Minneapolis. You are in the famed Nordeast Minneapolis - just look up Nye's Bar or St. Anthony Main! Interstate 35W is 5 minutes away and the University is a quick drive or bike ride. Centrally located and yet quiet and tucked away from the wild life.Safety: The island is well protected and well-lit. The area is always busy with foot traffic and runners/joggers. The inn does a great job of securing the parking lot and managing their outdoor patio to buffer you from the passers-by. You forget you are in a metropolitan area. They still use physical room keys!! It is classic!Walkability: You can walk anywhere at anytime from the Nicollet Island Inn. The area is constantly "afoot" with St. Anthony Main at your doorstep and downtown Minneapolis just 10 minutes away. Everyone walks in this area no matter the season.Food & drinks: The menu at NII is amazing. Each menu offers great selections with a good range for all appetites. The staff does an excellent job of accommodating food allergen requirements without skipping a beat. The wine list is very well curated and the bartender has years of mixology experience to make you the perfect iteration of any alcoholic beverage. The NII should be at the top of you dining list when in Minneapolis!”

“Our day was a DREAM at Machine Shop! We could not have asked for more caring and attentive staff. They accommodated several special requests and worked hard to help me realize my vision. Working with Lauren was awesome - it felt like I was working with a friend and she went above and beyond to make sure our day was special. Our day went off without a hitch thanks to the staff, security, and bartenders. We could not recommend Machine Shop enough for your wedding or event!”

“Great brewery! Tasty beer, friendly staff, large and comfortable space. I really like the overall atmosphere, and it's in a cool and convenient location. They also host various events like cribbage and trivia and have rotating food trucks. It's a great place for meeting up with friends and I'll definitely be back!”

“We hosted a corporate luncheon at Warehouse Winery & the space was perfect for our group. We loved the eclectic design of the space and that we could partition off different areas for different needs, from a gathering area to the dining space. The AV equipment onsite was just right for our presentation and the venue manager was really easy to work with and accommodating to our last-minute needs. I would be concerned with parking if we had more than 50 people, but for our group there were enough spaces available along the street and businesses to fit.”

“The coaches are awesome and there are tons of options for various age groups and levels. We have our 4 kids in their programs and it's been wonderful to see how they have improved and gained strength, coordination and confidence!”

“This was an awesome experience! The atmosphere was a great and the Instructor Olaf knew his stuff and was very helpful and all. If ever come back to Minnesota definitely will go here again.”

“Got invited to a family gathering that was happening in Football Pizza. I’ve never heard of this joint but sense that day’ I’ve been a fan! They did not disappoint when they said the “Pizza is great here” I’ve always loved pizza, to top it off the Fresh Topping they use is surreal! Definitely recommend ordering here for next Game Day! My Family loved the place.”

“I wasn't quite sure what to expect when I booked VR playtime for my son, but we had a great time! The overall vibe of the place was fun, and the employees were very nice and helpful. Yeah, we could just play on a VR headset in our basement but it was more communal and fun being at REM5.I was also surprised that our food was quite good! Since this place is first and foremost a VR playground, I expected the food to be barely passing. Instead, everything was pretty solid! We had waffle fries, mini donuts, and pizza.If you want to try out VR or have a fun night with friends, your kids, your coworkers... I'd definitely hit this place up!”

“I love the ambiance at this place. It's great for both date nights and/or group fine dining experience. My favorite is their Salsa sampler/flight. Food and drinks are a bit on the pricey side but I'd say it's pretty worth it. Great service too.”

“Ok, this place is awesome. Usually I find it difficult to go to a place with both stellar food and atmosphere, but they’ve done it. Would DEFINITELY eat here again.”

“A fun little theater! Saw a show here and laughed a bunch and had a great time with some friends! Also stuck around for some extra improv for a bit of more fun and laughs! Staff were super friendly and nice and had a nice small selection of drinks (alcoholic, infused, and NA) and snacks.”

“I come down to the river rats water ski show about once a year. You really have to come about an hour to 45 minutes early to get *A* parking spot! If you have the blue accessibility parking thing I can't remember what it's called to come up but it hangs from my mirror) there's a parking lot for you, across the street from the show. But you have to have the blue parking thing. There are Porta potties, the show is, the viewing is on a hill so there's plenty of seating, you have to bring a chair like a camping chair, snacks, beverages, but they also do sell like I think, hot dogs, chips, water that sort of thing, and that money does go to the river rats. About halfway through the show they do collect money, they will be wearing THEIR OUTFITS , so make sure you are ONLY giving money to the RIVER RATS people they come in droves and will be carrying buckets. I usually give them a couple of bucks.”

“Victoria and team were very professional at all times. We appreciated her transparency throughout the entire process. “They understood the assignment.” Our guest were so pleased and impressed with the venue, catering and staff. I highly recommend FIVE Event Center for your next celebration. Victoria made planning seamless. Thank you FIVE.”

“Just finished the {SOLD OUT} "Bring Your Kids!" experience and I must insist that you should attend a show where the box office crew sing the theme song to "Zombie" by the Cranberries.”

“What an awesome experience! Our child celebrated their birthday playing Laser Tag with 9 of their friends at WhirlyBall Maple Grove. Wes got us situated in our party room, and Rob helped us with our pizza and drink orders. Both were incredibly friendly and welcoming. Another crew member explained the rules and helped to coordinate the games in the Laser Tag arena, which was very spacious, clean, and had tons of fun dimensions added to it (walls, corners, windows, etc). The party room was clean and well-maintained, overlooking the WhirlyBall court, which was really fun to watch. There were NO hidden fees – the coordinators were communicative and transparent about how much it cost, what it included, and what to expect, which I very much appreciated. The entire staff were exceptionally professional, pleasant, attentive, and helpful in every way possible. This was a super great way to celebrate a teen’s special day!”

“Have been to many microbreweries over the years and have never seen one as unique as this one. Being a sci-fi fantasy fan myself, I really appreciated the decor with nods to Tolkien and Monty Python's Holy Grail. Custom artwork on t-shirts and wall hangings is very well done! There's darts, frisbee, painting groups, live music, and many other interesting things to see and do here. Really like all the little cubbyholes too. Sampled a flight and enjoyed the full flavor and creaminess of the Baltic Orc Porter so much, I HAD to pickup some for home! Excellent, knowledgeable staff and the owner walking around chatting with customers was nice. Three dollar discounts for growlers on Wednesdays too. Loved the original names given to the brews as well. Most likely will become regulars and will definitely be back.”

“My husband and I LOVE this place!!. It's members only the atmosphere is very friendly and relaxed. We went there for a couple of drinks and just sat and talked. It was the perfect way to end our evening. They do offer food but I'm not sure what they have to offer seeing as we only went for drinks. The place is a little bit off the main road so you might have to Google it. Their prices are very reasonable and the parking was easy. I highly recommend it to anyone who is a veteran of a or a child or spouse of a veteran who was in a foreign war.”

“I was visiting Minnesota for a week, but I ended up staying longer, so I checked out this gym. I had an amazing experience with the Xcel program (as an Xcel Diamond): the coaches were terrific in helping learn new skills as well as maintaining those I'd already had. They additionally have a great support system and the environment is one I wish I could've stayed in for longer. Legacy Gymnastics is excellent and if you are looking for a gym for yourself or your gymnast, this is the best option -- in my opinion, of course! :-)”

“My wife and I just had our wedding reception here and Perfect is the only word that kept coming to mind when I started trying to sum up my experience. However everything was too good to accurately describe with the word perfect. Setting up our event was totally stress free. The staff was so professional and helpful and kind. I could keep going but I want to get to the food before you get bored and stop reading. It was roll your eyes back into your head delicious. And we kept our menu simple. Every expectation I had was exceeded by orders of magnitude and I had high expectations. Do your event here. You will not regret it.”

“The rooms are modern and I’m very pleased with the cleanliness from housekeeping. Right as I walked in, was given a warm welcome from the receptionist. The location is closed to restaurants and walkable distance to Mall of ”

“I'm a board member of a non-profit, we hold an annual fundraiser featuring top shelf artists, and I thought this would be an appropriate venue if the overall expense is acceptable Cool looking theater!”

“I attended a health convention this summer, so I got to the convention for the first time. Even though I was staying on the St. Paul side of town, I was amazed at the size of the convention center at the other end of the Twin City. It was really clean. Unlike some stadium I've been in to watch games, it was clean throughout, as I say cleaning staff making sure things were working okay. The tech staff were working hard in the background in between presentations- you really saw them except during breaks. They really made the transition between the different events seamless. Definitely one of the best convention sites I've ever been to. If you have an event here with your company/organization, it is definitely a place to go to if you're a convention-goer.”

“Great venue! Food was very good. Hadbuffet breakfast and lunch.Clean. Good vibe. The bowling is an added bonus.Fun hangout in Edina. CleanParking: Can't park in the parking lot because it's too busy. There's a rMp next to the container store that offers free parking.”

“Guinness is good, very good. Expansive menu, British paraphernalia throughout gives you the feel of being in Britian. Interesting, second floor has view of grassy area.”

“I stopped in to buy a couple of gift and had a phenomenal experience. The store is set up for tasting many different flavors of oil and vinegar. Then, if you want to buy a bottle(or 5), the staff will fill up a bottle for you right there and package it. My personal favorite was the dark chocolate vinaigrette - it blows my mind that balsamic vinegar can taste like that. There's no going back to normal store bought vinaigrettes after you've been here!”

“Excellent. I visited Minneapolis to DJ an event at the Fillmore (right next door) and the Element Hotel was absolutely perfect. The customer service was phenomenal; they brought me a cart to help transport all my DJ equipment and they showed me where the hallways connect directly to the Fillmore. It was so cool, it was like walking through a secret tunnel! Super convenient, I didn't even have to go outside in the -4*F weather! The room I booked was really cute and comfortable; it had a mini fridge and a microwave, which is perfect for me and my midnight snacks. Additionally, there was a hot chocolate bar in the lobby with mini marshmallows -- AMAZING!! Definitely a highlight of my stay :)Upon checking out, I went over to the parking garage (also very convenient and easy to access) and found a flat tire on my rental car. Totally flat like a pancake! The staff was so kind and helped me put air in the tire so that I could make it to the airport in time. Big shout-out to Noah, thank you so much!! Overall, I had a lovely experience at the Element Hotel and would definitely recommend it to anyone traveling to Minneapolis!”