Alexandria, Minnesota Recommendations

So it's almost tourist season here in Alex (hint: pronounce it "Alec"). And because I've been thinking about local businesses lately and where I should spend my money, here's a list of my favorite local places in town. Note that I'm sure I left something off, so feel free to remind me.

• Sixth Avenue Wine & Ale. Order the Juliet.
• Butler's Pantry. I love sandwiches. This is the best place for sandwich supplies.
• The DATA trail. Ride it, walk it, whatever.
• InStyle Salon. They do a great job, not too spendy.
• City Park. I don't really get why this place isn't constantly crowded.
• Deck Bar at Arrowwood. Great view. Food isn't great, but the atmosphere is nice.
• The Corral. Technically this is in Nelson, but good food and it's an easy ride or drive. And you can shoot a minnow.
• Neighborhood National Bank. My checking account there earns way more interest than my supposedly high-interest online account.

What am I missing? Honorable mention to Raaper's, Time Square and Jan's Place. And of course, a special shout-out to Mike's Lunchbox - gone but never forgotten.