I purchased a couple of duel nylon hammocks from your shop and they were a total pain to set up because of the grueling knots (obviously not made by any climber) are horrendous. I had to re-do every one. they are sturdy enough, but you must be able to untie them occasionally read more

Have only been there a few times. Limited variety of shops. Similar to other small, off the Highway malls.

Love it in the summer, hate it in the winter since you have to walk outside to get to each shop and/or restaurant. There are many popular closing stores here such as Banana Republic, Ann Taylor, Gap, Express, and Victoria's Secret. This place is pretty new and it's reflected in the architecture. The outdoor mall area in the middle of the shops is very nice in the summertime. The restaurants here are mainly chains though. There are no restaurants here that serve authentic ethnic foods but that's pretty typical in the suburbs in MN. read more

Ok.....an outdoor open mall..in Minnesota? Not a brilliant idea... because in the winter time the weather does get frightful around here and yes, it is too cold to walk and peruse stores in below 0 weather.... then in the summer time the sun can get too darn hot on the darn cement! ..then there is another downside of The Shoppes... the stores are basically all a chain... So... for shopping like this that's all chain stores... I think I would prefer to be in a comfortable setting...like with air-conditioning in the summer time or warmth of a heated mall in the winter time for chain-store shopping! OK... now the layout of the shoppes at Arbor Lakes is VERY confusing and frustrating... every time I go there I get turned around....just crazy! Even though it's fairly close to where I live... I try to stay away from here...just too frustrating! read more

Outdoor shopping in Minnesota? I must say, 1st off I'm a man, I like beer, football and _. Yet I will admit I do enjoy shopping at times. I hate malls full of rude people, lame stores and pumped in music and air, not sure which is more stale on some days. The Shoppes at Arbor Lakes is a breath of fresh air in most of those areas. They have many of the same shops you'll find at some of the local malls but the open feel of it is very appealing to me. They have a few local stores that are unique to the area like "Good Things", but the important thing is that open area between stores never gives you the feeling your packed in some general marketing mecca. The music they have pumped in is a little different than most and in the summer on Thursday nights they have bands playing in the center area. It can be very relaxing on a nice summer night. Even in the dead of winter I find it appealing. I have shopped here for Christmas gifts many times and despite the cold bitter winds I still find something very mello about walking outside between stores. With the fires roaring at night, the music playing and the cold winter it feels more like a small town than a mall. I know I have watched to many Christmas movies over the years but for some reason it just feels natural, after all it is still MN. KT read more

Of all the outdoor similiar photo copy shopping plazas that keep popping up around what developers must think is tropical MN, this one is my least favorite. I've been here a few times and that was enough. For me, the drive is not worth it from where I'm coming and the overall unnecessary attitude is just annoying. From both staff at stores and fellow shoppers. Granted, it can be anywhere however, this place just seems to have an over abundance. While there is a pretty decent selection of shops and a few decent restaurants, I'll stick to the shopping establishments closer that is if I have to venture to a mall at all. read more

I live just a walk away. Yeah, it sucks in the winter but its really not bad with the music piped in, a coffee in hand and bonfires going. Loads of higher end shops and in today's economy an okay place to shop given all the sales. Fav store? Anthropologie! read more

Arbor Lakes is great. There are all kinds of shops here. I and my bf go there almost every weekend because it's less than 10 mins from where we live. I love that there is Border's, Trader Joe's, Byerly's, and Nordstrom Rack, though Borders at this location is closing .. so sad. :'( Arbor Lakes though is not so great during winter time since it's an outdoor mall, and it's not that pleasant when it's so and so below with tons of snow outside. Just this past couple of months when I had to pick up something really quick from BBW and VS, my big wuss bf would just drop me off in front of those shops, waited in the car and then picked me up when I was done. He would rather drive to Rosedale or Southdale when he feels like going shopping. read more

I love shopping at Arbor Lakes! Beautiful! The variety of stores and restaurants are a fun mix, able to try lots of options. Shopping is great, you have grocery , clothing and all things you may need. read more

I was in the area doing some shopping after djing at one of the stores. It is a hidden of unique stores I've never seen before. Most locally motivated. But otherwise cool spots grab gifts for others. It's pretty much an outside mall with some familiar store. But if you spend a little more time there. You will see some gems! read more

I'm sorry, but we live in Minnesota. We don't have THAT many days in the year to enjoy an outdoor mall. An outdoor mall is basically an indoor mall puked inside out. Don't get me wrong - I enjoy 50th/France and Grand Ave. But there are fewer stores and they're closer together. I stopped by The Shoppes at Christmas time because I was in the area and they had a couple of stores I was looking for. I found a parking spot a long ways away and had to walk through slush, crossing a "street" before arriving at a sidewalk. It was cold and windy. There weren't directories readily available. I found one store I was looking for, but after trying to find the other I gave up and ran back to the car to get out of the elements. Long story short, I understand the appeal of walking around an outdoor plaza. But give me an indoor mall 9 times out of 10! I wouldn't want to go there when it's snowing, raining, sleeting, super cold, or hot and humid. Besides, do YOU want to try on clothes that other hot and sweaty people have tried on before you? Sorry, but I'll pass. read more

First of all, I am a huge fan of outdoor/open malls, so that alone makes me like it. Even in the winter I really like the atmosphere of walking outside in a plaza type setting (they decorate it beautifully for the holidays, too!). There is a large variety great stores and restaurants here. It's nice to have a mall that has a decent selection of stores without having to drive closer to the cities (I live about an hour outside of Minneapolis). The only reason I didn't give 5 stars is because of the parking. Unless you go in the middle of the day on a weekday, you are going to have trouble finding parking. Good thing I don't mind walking! read more

I'm so glad I don't live in Maple Grove. The Shoppes is a financial nightmare for my check book. I discovered this place quickly after moving to Minnesota. Arbor Lakes has everything from a book store to a vanity store, from a Costco to a nordstrom rack, DSW to express for men, trader joes and a best buy to a ulta beauty store... no wonder you'll find your house moms here emptying out their husbands bank account while their babies are at the lifetime daycare across the street. Ok, maybe i should give them a bit more credit. Ultimately, i love the idea that Arbor Lakes has tons of restaurants to choose from. you can spend a whole day here. Shop during the afternoon as you build an appetite and then chow down at CPK, or Pittsburgblues or even biaggis... then end the night with a flick at AMC. Did i mention you can get your grocery shopping done here too?! Yup... name it and they have it. The only downfall is that Arbor Lakes is an outdoor mall... so think of running around trying to complete your errands in the freaken cold! You besta believe that your butt will be freezing cold read more

This is a beautiful shopping center in Maple Grove MN with some great retailers and restaurants. I have stopped in to the leasing/mall office numerous times to get coupon books and promotional gift cards. The staff (Shelley) in the office are very helpful and friendly. I will return to the Shoppes many more times. read more

The Shoppes provides many options for food, drink and shopping. The parking can be a challenge and you sometimes find yourself parking further away from your ultimate destination that you would like. This shopping area is much more ideal for the spring,summer and early fall than winter; since it's an open mall. I do enjoy that they play music outside. The downside of The Shoppes is that everything is basically a chain and provides no authentic or boutique options. read more

I'm a fan. I like outdoor shopping, even if it's five degrees in Minnesota. There's plenty of shopping here although it's the same chain stores you'll find at almost any mall around the country: Buckle, Express, Banana Republic, Gap, Nordstrom Rack. Dining options also follow that same cookie cutter approach: Potbelly, Pittsburgh Blue, CPK, Granite City, PF Chang's. But, I'm a fan of Potbelly and Pittsburgh Blue, so I'll be back. read more

Friendly and willing to change us to a booth. Food came out hot and quick. Felt meals were generous for the price. My husband had the Greek salad. It was fresh, large and he added shrimp for $2 and was surprised by how many were added. They were popcorn size but there were many! I ordered the shrimp BLT wrap and would get it again. Came with fries or chips. Next time I'd get the homemade chips. read more

Nice. I love outdoor malls that you can walk down one side and back up the other not an indoor mall that goes in every different direction. I came during the art fair which was nice but nothing super unusual. Lots of jewelry and photography. read more

I think they have a great choice of stores but talk about spread and out confusing! I love outdoor malls but even my gps gave me the wrong directions. There are no signs or directories to help out either and the parking is hell! read more

Tons of great stores all in a row. Unlike an indoor mall, Arbor Lakes gives you the feeling of a southern (warmer-state) mall in Minnesota. Check out "Goodthings" - so many fun gifts! =) Hungry? Stop at Potbelly or P.F. Changs. YUM! read more

IT's OK. It's trying to be Californian...I get it. There's some good places here-Anthropologie and stuff. It's OK.

It's a way to spend the day. Wife was happy I was bored lol. But there are tons of shops and area is clean and nice to walk. There isn't much for guys as far as shopping but the ladies had a great time. Worth checking out and you can find what you're looking for read more

This is a great mall, and they have quite a good selection of stores. They do have quite a few vacancies. It would be nice if they would have a coffee shop or something like that. I also think it would have been nice if this could have been an enclosed mall. That said, it is always very clean and attractive, and an overall nice environment. Had they a nice department store and a roof, I would give them 5 stars! read more