March 4, 2019 Grapevine Issue

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Best of West Bank

Best of Stadium Village

1st Place 7 West

2nd Place Grand Marc

1st Place The Hub

Located off the Mondale Circulator stop, Grand Marc is in an ideal location to serve U of M students. This building offers fully furnished apartments equipped with washer/dryers, free in-building printing and even a reservable movie theater room.

If you’re worried about finding a roommate, their roommate-matching service can help ease your pain. And they even pay your utilities! Grand Marc’s affordable rates and central location make it an ideal living arrangement for any Minneapolis college kid.

With dazzling views of the University of Minnesota campus and downtown Minneapolis, the Hub offers luxury living at an affordable price.

Residents enjoy exclusive access to a pool, hot tub, fire pit, fitness center and much more. The apartment complex is more than just a savvy place to live. Its proximity to the East Bank light rail stop allows residents to easily travel to class or embark on an adventure. Multiple restaurants and coffee shops surround the Hub, so you can always find a tasty place to eat close to home.

With a rooftop terrace, spacious fitness center and resident lounge, 7West has all the makings of a luxe apartment building at a great price!

Enjoy downtown views and a quick walk to class because West Bank campus, downtown area and light rail stop are all nearby. Known for being stylish yet homey, rooms can be furnished for you or made available for you to furnish yourself. All units come equipped with washer/dryers, and boast high ceilings, walk-in closets and granite counter tops. Feel free to bring your beloved pet with you to 7West, or maybe adopt a new one, as this is a pet-friendly community!

2nd Place Stadium Village Flats Stadium Village Flats has vital amenities that help residents live a balanced lifestyle. Individuals can study with heightened concentration in the peace and quiet of the study rooms, take a break in the game suite, blow off steam at the fitness center or partake in purposeful relaxation in the yoga room. Keeping the fridge stocked with your favorite meals and goodies is easy at Stadium Village Flats because CVS is right downstairs.

At the end of a long day, residents retreat to a contemporary room furnished with modern appliances to rest and recharge.

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Best of Dinkytown 1st Place The Marshall

2nd Place The Bridges

Located in the heart of Dinkytown, The Marshall is known for its stellar location and sleek interior. Just steps away from Target and popular restaurants (e.g. Annie’s Parlor), the location makes your living experience easy and convenient. The Marshall offers modern and spacious floor plans with between one and four bedrooms. And the lounge provides a comfortable area to chat with friends or study for exams. With great amenities like the fitness and recreation centers, a business center and an indoor pool, you’ll love calling this apartment home.

Built in 2014, The Bridges quickly became a popular living space for students. Located on University Avenue, this apartment provides students with a variety of amenities including two fitness rooms and multiple study lounges that overlook campus. For warmer evenings, the sky lounge on the 10th floor is the perfect spot to watch the sunset over Minneapolis’ skyline. With hot coffee and tea for rushed and tired mornings, The Bridges will always have your back.

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Best of West Bank

Best of Stadium Village

1st Place Hard Times Cafe

2nd Place Chipotle

1st Place Raising Cane’s

2nd Place Punch Pizza

This grungy spot has been a staple on West Bank since it opened in the early 90’s. Enjoy vegan and vegetarian fair while funky beats play in the background. Specializing in breakfast food, soup and sandwiches with a Mexican flare, Hard Times is open from 6 a.m. to 4 a.m. every day, which makes it the perfect place for the night-owl college student. Stop over between class to grab a cup of coffee or to beat your friend in a quick round of backgammon from their board game collection. The portions are large and the prices are low in this eclectic, cash-only cafe!

Chipotle is a favorite fast-casual restaurant for folks everywhere!

The West Bank location services undergraduate students, graduate students, working professionals and neighborhood residents alike, making it a lunchtime hit in the area. With a customizable menu that accommodates all types of diets and a business model built on transparency, Chipotle has become the ultimate comfort food for today’s college student. Better yet, this location boasts patio seating that is perfect for enjoying a burrito in the summer sun!

You know the name and you love the food. Raising Cane’s has been a staple on the Stadium Village restaurant scene since it opened on Washington Avenue back in 2008. The battered chicken, thick and buttery Texas toast, warm crinkle cut fries, savory coleslaw and tangy Cane’s Sauce make Raising Cane’s the perfect place to satisfy your hunger. Whether you are ordering lunch or picking up a late-night snack, Raising Cane’s is the place to go.

It’s pizza, but on another level.

Influenced by Neapolitan pizza from Milan, the oven-cooked pizza at Punch is fresh and full of flavor. With over 25 unique pizza creations crafted with authentic ingredients and oodles of different toppings, there are options for everyone. You can create your own pizza, request a gluten free crust or, if you’re not in the mood for pizza, order one of Punch’s delectable, crisp salads. No matter what you order as a main course, make sure to save room for a warm chocolate hazelnut panini for dessert!

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Best of Dinkytown 1st Place Shuang Cheng

2nd Place Al’s Breakfast

“That place is so good” is a common phrase you’ll hear from customers who have eaten at Shuang Cheng. Since opening in 1990, this cantonese restaurant has continued its positive reputation of attentive service and comfortable dining. With a prices that range from $11 to $30, Shuang Cheng does not disappoint. The six-page menu is guaranteed to cater to everyone’s cravings with options such as Buddha’s Vegetables on Rice and the classic General Tso’s Chicken. Each delicious feast guarantees an exclaimed “yum!” after the first bite, so head over to Shuang Cheng in Dinkytown — you will leave craving more!

Al’s Breakfast gives you a warm, savory meal that reminds you of grandma’s cooking. With a counter that seats 14, this retro diner takes you back to 1950s living.

From pancakes filled with gooey chocolate chips to fluffy omelets loaded with cheese and peppers, Al’s Breakfast is the perfect way to start your productive morning.

The made-from-scratch breakfasts will leave your stomach and wallet satisfied, given that meals range from $2.50 to $10.75. This breakfast hotspot is one to check out!

Best of Como

1st Place Black Coffee and Waffle Bar

Black Coffee and Waffle Bar has the most inviting and aesthetically pleasing atmosphere in which you can enjoy a waffle and a cup of coffee. This popular breakfast spot opened in 2014 and has been a hit ever since.

Employees use fresh ingredients in all menu items and many toppings for waffles are prepared

in-house. Some of the most popular waffles on the menu are the Muddsucker, the Naughty Waffle and the Fat Andrew. Black Coffee and Waffle Bar also serves high-quality coffee provided by the local roaster, Dogwood Coffee. Once you and your friends finish your delicious breakfast, head on outside to the black-andwhite brick wall mural with the name of the restaurant and take a picture so you can remember your waffles forever.

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2nd Place Blue Door Pub If you’re looking for an incredibly juicy burger with a side of tasty tater tots, you’ve found the right place. Blue Door Pub (yes, their front door is blue) is a wellknown local pub located in Como that is famous for its selection of “Blucy” burgers. These burgers are made by putting ingredients in the middle of the burger patties instead of on top. Opening in 2008 in St. Paul’s Merriam Park neighborhood and adding a spot

near campus later, Blue Door Pub is one of the most popular burger restaurants in the area.

The restaurant offers a wide variety of salads, sandwiches and wings if you or your friends don’t like burgers. There’s no reason you shouldn’t check out one of the best restaurants near campus. Head on over to Blue Door Pub!

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Best Happy Hour

Best Coffee/Tea

1st Place Haiku

2nd Place Sally’s Saloon

Haiku Japanese Bistro offers one of the best happy hours in the area. If you’re looking for a fun spot to go for drinks with friends, this is it. Along with awesome drink deals, Haiku Japanese Bistro boasts an extremely wide variety of sushi options. From the spicy tuna roll to a California roll, Haiku has it all. The location near campus has been renovated recently and now includes a full-length bar to accommodate many kinds of drinks — anything you could crave, they have. Stop by and check out their half-price happy hour while you eat some of the best sushi near campus!

Sally’s Saloon, just two blocks off campus, has a great drink deal for thirsty Gophers. Every day from 3 to 6 p.m. and 10 p.m. to midnight, Sally’s Saloon offers $2 Rail Drinks and domestic beer. If you and your friends are looking for more than booze, Sally’s offers a full menu that includes burgers, pizzas and salads. Sally’s Saloon makes signature drinks such as the Buckaroo and the Colorado Sidecar, so no matter what kind of drink you’re craving, Sally’s Saloon has you covered! See you at Sally’s!

1st Place Bordertown Coffee Bordertown Coffee is undoubtedly loved by many at the University of Minnesota. Although some may fall victim to its disguise as a regular Dinkytown house, do not be fooled. Bordertown Coffee’s aesthetic will leave you feeling cozy and content. It is the perfect place to crank out an assignment or catch up with a friend. From assorted teas to ethically sourced coffee blends, Bordertown’s wide selection is exhaustive—they even offer vegan bakery options! Bordertown Coffee is sure to leave you feeling refreshed and energized, ready to take on anything the day may bring.

2nd Place Sencha Sencha Tea Bar’s Stadium Village Location has become a popular destination on campus. Their wide array of loose leaf teas are sure to please tea lovers, and their delicious bubble tea has proven to be a real crowd pleaser. The modern interior makes Sencha a perfect place to study or hangout. The menu even has options for children, which makes it a hotspot for people of all ages. But rest assured coffee lovers, Sencha Tea Bar is home to more than just tea. Whether you’re looking to try a new item on the menu or you’re a weekly regular, Sencha is sure to satisfy all your sweet and sugary cravings.

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Best Thrift Store

Best Clothing Store

1st Place Goodwill

2nd Place Gina & Will

1st Place Target

2nd Place Gina & Will

It is no surprise that Goodwill is a fan-favorite. If you’re in the market for a lamp or a leather jacket, Goodwill’s selection spans just about all your needs, and will probably leave you walking home with more than you bargained for. The store’s household name is reliable and loved by many, with affordable styles that are truly unique. Don’t forget that Goodwill accepts donations all year! If you are looking for an excuse to purge some of your old possessions and to support your community, look no further.

Whether you want to add new styles to your wardrobe, grab some Golden Gopher spirit wear or pick up a last-minute party costume, Gina + Will is sure to have what you’re looking for.

Its Dinkytown location, located across the street from TargetExpress, make Gina + Will a tempting thrift store destination, especially with the mannequins showcased in the store’s windows. With everything you could need from from outwear, to accessories, to shoes, Gina + Will truly has it all and best of all: it is affordable! Handpicked by employees, their clothing options are sure to win over the hearts, and wallets, of college students all around campus.

You can expect more and pay less at the Dinkytown TargetExpress!

“DinkyTarget,” as it’s dubbed by locals, is a convenient place to stop by and pick up daily necessities in a pinch. This location is tailored specifically for the community’s needs, which accounts for the large proportion of college students in the area. Along with food, they sell household items and, of course, clothes. They always have some Gopher gear stocked up, as well as Vikings apparel and some basic wardrobe essentials. Clothes from this location combine convenience, good quality and low prices.

Just a few steps from TargetExpress, Gina + Will is a resale shop created by Goodwill that sells your favorite brands at a low price!

Employees hand-pick every item to sell in the store to make sure there is a good mix of styles and brands to offer. Shopping here is a great way to build your wardrobe on a budget while also being ecofriendly. Not to mention that every purchase goes toward workforce development right here in Minnesota. This company’s commitment to community and crazy affordable prices make it a great place for stylish students to save big!

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Best Bookstore 1st Place UMN Bookstore We all know the UMN Bookstore in Coffman Union is a great place to buy textbooks and school supplies, but there is so much more to it! Did you know they host hourlong “Tech Time” courses on how to use your devices more efficiently? These courses range from the basics to learning skills like digital photo editing. As long as you’re there, you might as well pick up some Gopher gear to show your school spirit to the world. The East

Bank location has a wide range of apparel and college-specific items to show your pride for CLA, Carlson and other colleges within the UMN-Twin Cities Campus.

2nd Place The Bookhouse

to explore at the Book House, including a Rare Book Room! The Book House is super passionate about Dinkytown history, and has been serving the area since 1976.

If you don’t have time to browse in-store, check out their online archive catalog with over 40,000 books available for online purchase.

The Book House in Dinkytown is not just a place for buying used books. Their store offers a relaxing vintage vibe for hanging out, studying and telling stories with people who love books just as much as you do. There is so much

Best Fitness Store 1st Place Midwest Mountaineering Nature is calling! Get your gear on and go on an adventure with the Midwest Mountaineering! It doesn’t matter if you are a beginner or an expert at outdoors activities. Midwest Mountaineering has something for everyone, from low-cost outdoor activities to camping, paddling and climbing gear. The cheap prices for activities and gear are a few of the many college-student-friendly aspects of Midwest Mountaineering’s character. It is a short walk from the West Bank Station, so stop by from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday through

Saturday or 11 a.m. through 6 p.m. on Sundays!

2nd Place University Recreation and Wellness Center Are you a UMN student? If you haven’t been to the University Recreation and Wellness Center, aka the RecWell, you are missing out! The RecWell is located in the heart of East Bank, easy for everyone to access. Plus, you are already a member if you’re paying the

Student Services Fee! If you aren’t, you can become one for $185 per semester and $85 for Summer.

There are multiple programs to choose from: sports, yoga, zomba, massage and so forth. Many clubs at the U use the RecWell for club meetings and practice. Anyone can reserve a room to practice in front of a mirror! Most importantly, classes are free to attend every first and last week of the semester! Try any class you like and enroll if you want more!

Get more information about the RecWell at http://recwell.umn.edu/.

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Best Music Venue 1st Place Varsity Theater Looking for entertainment? Varsity Theater is perfect for you. Located in Dinkytown, it is the go-to place when you want something to spice up your day. Varsity Theater has all kinds of entertainment, from films to live action performances.

If you’re an artist yourself and are looking for a venue to perform, Varsity Theater holds private

events by request. You can get tickets online or in person. Ticket box is open from noon to 5 p.m. on Mondays and Wednesdays, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Fridays and show nights. Some upcoming shows include GRRRL SCOUT: GAYLXY, THE CAT EMPIRE, COPELAND and many more.

2nd Place First Avenue Since 1970, First Avenue has brought music lovers’ dreams to life. There are more than 200 concerts a year at First Avenue. First Avenue has hosted Prince, U2 and other legendary musicians’ performances. First Avenue is a place for local artists to grow, so contact First Avenue if you are interested in performing there. And, if you

read their blog, you get to know more about your favorite artists.

Recent blogs feature Static Panic, Annie Mack and The Carnegies.

Artists including Waysky, Jacob Banks, Big Wild and more will be at First Avenue soon, so get tickets and have a great night out with family, friends and significant others! https://first-avenue.com/

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Best Radio Station

Best Museum

1st Place Radio K

2nd Place 101.3 KDWB

Need something new to listen to?

Tune into University of Minnesota’s very own radio on campus!

Radio K has given up-and-coming artists a chance to be heard by the student body since 1912. Their long history is one of the reasons Rolling Stone magazine thinks the U of M rocks. They offer a variety of different genres, including podcasts. Check out their website to see the full schedule of tunes, specialty shows and podcasts. While walking to class, riding the Campus Connector to St. Paul or studying, you can tune into Radio K at 770AM, 100.7FM, 104.5FM and 106.5FM or steam them online.

The Twin Cities #1 Hit Radio Station 101.3 KDWB-FM is owned by iHeartMedia. For almost fifty years, KDWB has provided listeners with the top 40 contemporary hit pop music. The station transmitter is located in Shoreview, Minnesota and the studio is in St. Louis Park. Radio host Dave Ryan keeps the crowd entertained with witty comments and segments on relationships. If you’re looking for a change of pace, make sure to tune in on Friday and Saturday nights for Party Zone, which features different remixes. You can stream it online or listen to it on the radio.

Make sure to tune in to dance and sing along while driving to class, cooking dinner or hanging out with friends!

1st Place Weisman Art Museum

2nd Place Minneapolis Institute of Art

In need of a cool date? Interested in history or art? Stop by the Weisman Art Museum located on campus next to the Washington Bridge since 1993. Prior to its relocation by the Mississippi, WAM had been located in some spare rooms in the basement of Northrop. In 1934, Frederick R. Weisman gifted the University of Minnesota with this extraordinary art exhibit. Today, the museum offers tours to visitors and has a number of different exhibits throughout the year aimed toward educating the general population. Weisman Art Museum is open all year and is free to the public. Take a break from your day and make sure to check it out.

The Minneapolis Institute of Art has provided the public with remarkable history and culture. With significant expansions, the Institute has grown from 800 pieces of artwork to more than 89,000 objects.

Not only is MIA filled with beautiful pieces of artwork, it is one of the largest educators in Minnesota, reaching more than a half-million people every year! MIA offers a number of different specialized traveling exhibits throughout the year. Otherwise, the Art Institute is free to the public. It is located at 2400 3rd Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55404 and open all year! Make sure to check out this incredible place soon!

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Best Health Care

Best Printing Services

1st Place Boynton Health

2nd Place Park Dental

Has Minnesota’s winter taken a toll on your immune system yet? If not, it will certainly strike soon, and Boynton’s staff is ready to get you back on your feet and onto the slippery streets as quickly as possible.

From the walk-in Gopher Quick Clinic to accommodating mental health services, Boynton Health is there to help you feel your best in the subzero temperatures. To schedule an appointment, simply call (612) 625-8400, book an appointment online or pop in during business hours!

Are your pearly whites looking a little rough? Pay a visit to Park Dental! From their staff’s friendly and welcoming reputation to their affordable cost of services and flexible hours, Park Dental is the broke and busy college student’s dream (well, as far as dentistry is concerned). Choose one of the numerous locations and get your cavities filled, your teeth whitened or an Invisalign consultation to get the perfect teeth you’ve always wanted.

1st Place University of Minnesota Printing Services With five locations across the three campuses, University of Minnesota Printing Services have you covered anywhere you are! Printing services are easily accessible because you can place an order on their website, https://printing.umn.edu. From creative development designs, such as brochures and newsletters, to media services and interactive print, such as cinemagraphs and motion graphics, U of M Printing has everything you could possibly need. Swing by the location in Coffman after grabbing a bagel from Einstein’s to check it out!

2nd Place Alpha Printing Do you, like many U of M students, avoid the trek from Dinkytown to Coffman as much as possible? Now you don’t even have to make the journey to campus for satisfy your printing needs. In the heart of Dinkytown, near Five Guys and the 4th Street Circulator’s stop, is Alpha Printing. Offering everything from door hangers to thesis printing and binding, Alpha Printing has your back when you put off that final project for just a little too long. Place your order at Alpha and reward yourself with a burger and fries next door!

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Best Employer 1st Place University of Minnesota As one of the top research universities in the nation with over 150 undergraduate study programs and 200 graduate degree programs, the University of Minnesota has endless opportunities for employment. The University hires only the best talent as part of their employment standards, and it employs over 16,000 individuals. Benefits include competitive pay, medical and dental plans, life insurance, disability coverage, retirement savings plan and an award-winning Wellbeing Program.

2nd Place ACR Homes You couldn’t get a better hands-on internship in the medical field as a college student with pay starting up to $15 an hour. ACR provides housing and support for those with unique health care needs. The ACR logo stands for acceptance, communication and respect. Students have been accepted to graduate schools of their choice because of the hard work and employer connections they made while working at ACR Homes. ACR Homes was voted as a top 5 workplace five years in a row by the Star Tribune.

Best Transportation 1st Place Metro Transit You’re on the West Bank campus and want to out to eat in Stadium Village, but how do you get there?

The light rail! It can take you downtown Minneapolis, all the way to St. Paul and even out to the Mall of America. For only $114 a semester, University of Minnesota students can buy a Metro Transit pass with unlimited rides on all Metro Transit routes.

2nd Place UMN Parking and Transportation Getting where you need to go couldn’t be easier with the University’s Connector buses, student and faculty parking passes and an endless number of bike racks around almost every building on campus.

The GopherTrip app is a convenient way to look up bus routes and plan your day before stepping out the door. You can find underground tunnels across campus that make

it warmer and faster for students to get to class in the cold. Want to stay up late and work on a paper in the library, but don’t want to walk home alone in the dark? Gopher Chauffeur is here to get you back home safely. UMN Parking and Transportation gets you places.

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