Minneapolis, Minnesota, Linden Hills Neighborhood

Linden Hills Neighborhood Council  Linden Hills Business Association

This quaint, and popular, neighborhood just south of Lake Calhoun and west of Lake Harriet is bordered to the south by West 47th Street, and to the west by France avenue. Named by a developer for the linden trees and rolling terrain, was developed in the 1880s to entice home-buyers to leave downtown for cottages on Lake Calhoun and Lake Harriet.

Most of the original cottages have been replaced by a wide variety of home types.  Contemporary designs, ramblers, colonials, tudors, and bungalow can all be found in Linden Hills.

Linden Hills Power and Light, a local think tank, is on a mission to educate and eventually implement an alternative energy solution for that area's business and residents.  The groups actions led to the City rolling out a pilot program for source separated organic waist management. 

The Lake Harriet Bandshell is a local landmark.  The Bandshell's long history includes 2 fires, and a wind storm, the fourth bandshell was demolished in 1985.  The current Bandshell was recently expanded to include a covered outdoor eating area.

Adding to it's historic charm The Lake Harriet-Como Streetcar runs through the neighborhood.  Also know simply as the Trolley, the street cars look just like the toy train from Mr Roger's Neighborhood.  This all that is left of our once extensive streetcar line, people can still ride between Lake Harriet and Lake Calhoun.

The commercial corridor can be seen in the movie Jingle All The Way starring Arnold Schwarzenegger and Phil Hartman. At 43rd and Upton you'll find wonderfull food and shopping: 

• Cafe 28 -- a restaurant developed in what once was the historic Linden Hills fire station. Menu focuses on sustainable agriculture and locally grown products.
• Zumbro Cafe, a neighborhood staple, features unconventional dishes served daily.
• Rice Paper has had many "must try" recommendations by local restaurant critics. An Asian fusion menu offering delicate flavors skillfully crafted.
• The Linden Hills Co-op offers a wide array of grocery alternatives and Great Harvest Bread Company has been a landmark for years from their fresh baked cookies, breads and bars.
• Wild Rumpus Bookstore, and Wonderment offer children the chance to enjoy the neighborhood as much as their parents do.

At 44th and France stop by France 44 Deli & Market. This deli draws customers from around the city for its signature marinated chevre cheese and extensive cheese offerings from around the world. Turtle Bread Co. offers a wonderful selection of mouth-watering pastry items.