The Burrow: Your One-Stop Shop for Fun and Entertainment in Oakdale

Welcome to the Burrow in Oakdale, Minnesota. (they also operate the Burrow in Victoria and Fair on 4 at the Mall of America, Bloomington) where partner Tom Wartman says that their audience “is a little of everybody, but does focus on an adult environment that is family friendly.” While Tom says that their 11 lanes of axe throwing are currently their most popular attraction, that offering is just the tip of the fun iceberg at this colossal 50,000-sq.-ft. facility.

The Burrow’s Indoor Fun for Everyone

Inside the Burrow, you’ll discover a treasure trove of entertainment options, including a private karaoke room, laser tag, ropes course, arcade games, pinball, darts, shuffleboard, Ping-Pong and foosball. But there’s more! Jared Vejtruba, one of their team members, showcased a sport simulator with games ranging from classic golf, soccer, hockey to zombie dodgeball and shooting range. And if that’s not enough, they’ve recently swapped out their indoor electric go kart track with four sizzling pickleball courts as a way to continue to offer the latest in entertainment options.

Bar Games and Beyond

That’s not all, of course. They also have a bar area packed with entertainment games like Connect 4, Jenga, Scrabble, beer pong and corn hole. And just when you thought it couldn’t get any better, they throw in the unique game of Hammerschlagen, a game in which participants compete against each other to drive nails into a wooden surface. Be sure to check out our video which captures Nate’s epic skills at this challenging bar game.

Don’t think the fun ends with the indoors. Seasonally, The Burrow extends its reach to the outdoors with a fenced-in patio for hanging out with friends, complete with a custom made 18-hole miniature golf course (which is colorfully lit up for night play). The Burrow also boasts a couple of great bars as well as a full scratch kitchen. As Nate can attest as he continues his gastronomic journey across America, they offer savory chef inspired burgers and mouthwatering pizzas.

Most recently, they’ve upped the ante by adding smokers in the kitchen and now offer delicious smoked meats to their menu too. As if that weren’t enough, The Burrow spices things up on special nights with bingo, trivia nights and live music, along with a private event space for those epic parties and corporate gatherings. The Burrow truly does offer something for everyone. Even with the most recent addition of Pickleball, Wartman says The Burrow won’t stop there. They believe providing quality entertainment is an everchanging endeavor, and I agree.

Excerpt adapted from Barry Zelickson’s special report for RePlay Magazine.