Camelot
5300 W. 78th Street
Bloomington
This really was a medeval castle surrounded by a moat. Norwegian Hans Skalle opened Camelot in 1964, bringing French cuisine to the Twin Cities. Camelot was awarded the Holiday Magazine Certificate for Dining Distinction 1966, in less than a year of operation and again in each ensuing year. Continental cuisine, luncheons and dinner daily (closed Sundays/Holidays), buffet luncheons week days. Venues included:
- The Ale House
- The Jester Lounge (in the tower). 1967: Harmonica High Hats; 1970: good local and name entertainment
- Backdoor. 1973: The Fabulous Camelot Singers
- Great Hall. 1970: dancing on Saturday nights.
