Discover The Shops at West End

The Shops at West End
1621 West End Blvd,55416,MN,US
1-612-355-2600

Shopping and Entertainment in St. Louis Park

The Shops at West End brings together shopping, dining, and entertainment in a lively St. Louis Park destination. Located centrally near I-394 and Hwy 100, the open-air mall sits only minutes from downtown Minneapolis. Visitors can use heated indoor parking, along with plentiful ramp and street parking.

Shopping

• Kiddywampus — An imaginative toy store and birthday-party destination filled with distinctive toys, books, and accessories. Weekly classes and special events are offered as well.
• Lost in the Forrest — A houseplant shop featuring both familiar and rare houseplants, plant-inspired gifts, and supplies for creating an indoor jungle at home.
• Lakeshore Learning — A source for educational toys and classroom materials.
• Rubi Jubi — Minnesota’s go-to prom dress boutique, with a curated assortment of designer prom and special occasion dresses.

Art Galleries

• Canvas Convergence — A 3D experiential gallery with interactive 3D illusion murals that change seasonally. Visitors can sit in a dinosaur nest, ride a dragon, meet a giant cow, and enjoy other experiences. The gallery also sells distinctive art pieces and offers classes. It is open Wed – Sun.
• Drew Beson Art — An art studio showcasing enormous abstract paintings filled with vivid color and energetic movement. Drew’s work appears in gallery exhibitions and private collections around the world.
• Crayon Kelly Experience — An energetic, inventive setting where art, entrepreneurship, learning, and community engagement come together. The space also incorporates financial literacy and business acumen and is home to Time Stamp Art.
• Stephanie Dillon Art — Artwork spanning large canvas paintings and smaller framed designs, bringing creativity together with impermanence.

Personal Care

• Glamour Nails & Spa — A full-service nail salon providing manicures, pedicures, paraffin wax treatments, acrylic sets, fill services, and other nail enhancements. Services are available for children, and the welcoming setting can host a spa party with friends.
• Hand & Stone Massage and Facial Spa — A comfortable, friendly spa with affordable massage and facial treatments. Its signature Hot Stone Massage is designed to ease away stress.
• HOTWORX — A distinctive gym with virtually instructed exercise programs that combine infrared heat absorption with either a 30-minute Isometric workout or a 15-minute High Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) session.
• Love, A + B — A full service hair salon focused on color and extensions.
• Roosters Men’s Grooming Center — A genuine barbershop experience in a contemporary, straightforward setting, serving as a grooming destination for gentlemen of all ages.
• Sola Salon Studios — A premier salon suite destination featuring a broad range of beauty professionals and personal care services.

Dining & Entertainment

West End restaurants span a wide range of cuisines with a local flare. Many include outdoor patios where guests can enjoy the sunshine, gather with friends, and people watch. Dining options include:

• Boketto Steakhouse — Fine dining that combines classic steakhouse traditions with touches of Japanese elegance and Mediterranean zest.
• Bun Bun Café and Poké — A bubble tea shop offering fruity teas and build-your-own poké bowls, with vegan, raw, and gluten-free options.
• Chi-Chi’s — A Mexican restaurant serving traditional dishes and an exceptional selection of tequila and mezcal.
• CRAVE American Kitchen & Sushi Bar — A contemporary restaurant featuring colorful American cuisine, fresh sushi, an extensive wine list, creative cocktails and mocktails, and a range of sake.
• Hope Breakfast Bar — An all-day breakfast restaurant with sweet and savory choices, a coffee bar, cocktails, and more. Proceeds support people in need in the community.
• The Local — A traditional Irish pub with authentic décor, cozy snugs, flavorful food, and plenty of Guinness and Jameson.
• Raku Sushi & Lounge — A stylish Japanese fusion restaurant centered on traditional Japanese dishes influenced by French, Italian, and other Asian cuisines, with a full sake bar.
• Sota Shop MN — Minnesota’s original “Dirty Pop” shop, serving custom ice-cold pops with pebble ice, fruit, cream, and flavorful Torani syrups.
• Yard House — A sports bar with over 100 made-from-scratch dishes and more than 100 taps featuring American craft and imported beers.

Punch Bowl Social offers a distinctive restaurant and bar experience built around fun and entertainment. Activities include bowling, karaoke, giant Scrabble, ping pong, billiards, bonzini, foosball, giant Jenga, board games, and card games.

The West End also contains the Marcus West End Cinema, a 16-screen theater presenting the latest studio releases. The upstairs bar/restaurant serves food and drinks before, after, and even during movies. Every October, the cinema hosts the Twin Cities Film Fest, an 11-day celebration of Minnesota filmmakers and independent films. The Fest presents over 120 short and feature-length movies, including documentaries and dramas, turning the West End into a hub of movie magic.

Jimmy John’s Gourmet Sandwiches and Cub Foods are also located at The Shops at West End.

Hotels

Several hotels sit within walking distance of The Shops at West End. The nearest options include:

• AC Hotel by Marriott Minneapolis West End — More than lodging, the AC presents a setting for cultural innovation where Spanish style meets European influences, with views of downtown Minneapolis. At REVEAL Rooftop Bar, guests can order a custom craft cocktail and enjoy an energized outdoor space with cozy couches, inviting nooks, and a retractable roof. The bar offers sunset views, a variety of tapas, and nearly 50 different types of scotch, bourbon and rye. It is suited to business travelers and couples.
• Homewood Suites by Hilton — A home-away-from-home for families and long-term business travelers who want the West End’s walkability and lively atmosphere. Suites include separate living areas and full kitchens. The nearby Eloise Butler Wildflower Garden and Theodore Wirth Regional Park and Golf Course offer additional attractions. Downtown Minneapolis is a quick 9-minute ride by Uber. Guests can later unwind on the pergola-covered outdoor patio, play hoops, or swim.

Also Noteworthy

Directly across Hwy 394, Good Day Café serves as a classic breakfast destination. Its menu includes French and souffle omelets, eggs benedict, pancakes, waffles, crepes, French toast, and baked goods such as Granny’s caramel sticky buns and pecan buns.

At the southern edge of The Shops at West End on Gamble Drive, Continental Diamond is an award-winning jewelry store offering engagement rings, diamond jewelry and watches, and repair services. Inside the office building, D. Brian’s Deli prepares made-to-order hot and cold sandwiches, panini, wraps, bowls, soups, and salads.

A short walk west leads to Park Place Plaza, where visitors can find fast-food favorites, numerous quick dining choices, and major retailers including Costco and Home Depot.