Minneapolis
Deserves a Place
to Unwind

A University Avenue
Landmark

Since 1973, the Purple Onion has stood as a fixture on Minneapolis's University Avenue — a place where students, families, and neighbors have gathered for decades. What began as a modest diner has grown into a beloved institution, known for generous portions, honest prices, and an atmosphere that never rushes you out the door.

Grand Ole Creamery, our ice cream counter, has been part of that story from the start. Rich sundaes, hand-dipped treats, and the kind of vanilla that makes you close your eyes — it's all part of what keeps people coming back, generation after generation.