Inside Peppermint Twist Delano: Why Wcco Viewers Voted It Minnesota’s Best Drive-In
By Sarah Jenkins
Many drive-ins focus purely on cars parked in asphalt lots. Peppermint Twist changes the dynamic by inviting guests out of their vehicles into the green yard behind the stalls. Named Teddy Bear Park, this enclosed outdoor garden features manicured grassy pathways, pink picnic tables, flower beds, and dozens of plush, wooden, and fiberglass teddy bears posed in charming scenes.
For parents traveling Highway 12 with young children, the park solves the typical stress of dining on the road. Children run along the paths, inspect the whimsical displays, and eat their soft-serve ice cream without the confinement of a booth or car seat. The lawn also serves as an open-air venue for classic car cruise-ins, where collectors park pristine 1950s Chevrolets and 1960s Mustangs, creating a living museum background that complements the restaurant's architecture.
Sarah Jenkins is a veteran tech journalist with over 12 years of experience covering artificial intelligence, mobile innovations, and digital ethics. Her insights have appeared in leading technology publications worldwide.
