Inside Peppermint Twist Delano: Why Wcco Viewers Voted It Minnesota’s Best Drive-In
By Sarah Jenkins
Q1: What months is Peppermint Twist in Delano open?
A1: Peppermint Twist operates seasonally, typically opening around Mother's Day weekend in early May and concluding service in late September or early October, weather permitting.
Q2: Do I have to eat in my car, or is there outdoor seating available?
A2: Guests can choose traditional carhop service inside their vehicles, walk up to the order windows, or carry their food into the adjoining Teddy Bear Park to eat at open-air picnic tables.
Q3: How did Peppermint Twist win the WCCO "Best of Minnesota" award?
A3: The restaurant claimed top honors through a viewer-voted competition conducted by CBS affiliate WCCO, earning the highest vote count among dozens of historic drive-ins statewide.
Q4: Is there an entrance fee for Teddy Bear Park?
A4: Teddy Bear Park is open to paying customers of the restaurant, providing an accessible outdoor recreational and dining space for families at no added charge.
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.
