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Faves in the city
Shish Cafe is one of Faves in the city.

1. Shish Cafe

8.7
1668 Grand Ave, Saint Paul, MN
Mediterranean Restaurant · Macalester - Groveland · 91 tips and reviews

Niqui R.Niqui Rodger (ruiz): I seriously have cravings for the horchata. Delicious. The food is wonderful also. ;)

Coffee News Cafe is one of Faves in the city.

2. Coffee News Cafe

1662 Grand Ave (Macalester St), Saint Paul, MN
Breakfast Spot · Macalester - Groveland · 19 tips and reviews

Niqui R.Niqui Rodger (ruiz): I love the happy hour appetizers and wine.

The Bad Waitress Diner & Coffee Shop is one of Faves in the city.

3. The Bad Waitress Diner & Coffee Shop

2 E 26th St (at Nicollet Ave), Minneapolis, MN
Diner · Whittier · 109 tips and reviews

Niqui R.Niqui Rodger (ruiz): Try the pear cider. Also, they have a number of tasty vegetarian dishes.

4. Grand Ole Creamery & Grand Pizza

8.6
750 Grand Ave (btwn Avon & Grotto St), Saint Paul, MN
Ice Cream Parlor · Summit Hill · 62 tips and reviews

Niqui R.Niqui Rodger (ruiz): This ice cream is to die for. Absolutely one of my favorite places year round. They make their own waffle cones here that are worth the belly ache. I recommend sharing, the scoops are huge.

Kiku Bistro Uptown is one of Faves in the city.

5. Kiku Bistro Uptown

7.1
2819 Hennepin Ave, Minneapolis, MN
Sushi Restaurant · Uptown · 53 tips and reviews

Niqui R.Niqui Rodger (ruiz): Just yum. Happy hour specials on sushi and drinks. Try the fried avocado.

Soho Cafe is one of Faves in the city.

6. Soho Cafe

6.8
2532 Hennepin Ave (btw 25th St & 26th St), Minneapolis, MN
Pizzeria · East Isles · 29 tips and reviews

Niqui R.Niqui Rodger (ruiz): Great gyros. Open late!

Taqueria Los Ocampo #2 is one of Faves in the city.

7. Taqueria Los Ocampo #2

7.0
895 Arcade St (at E York Ave), Saint Paul, MN
Mexican Restaurant · Payne - Phalen · 15 tips and reviews

Niqui R.Niqui Rodger (ruiz): Yum. Open late and you can watch random music videos while you eat!

Mesa Pizza By The Slice is one of Faves in the city.

8. Mesa Pizza By The Slice

7.8
1323 4th St SE (at SE 14th Ave), Minneapolis, MN
Pizzeria · Dinkytown · 70 tips and reviews

Niqui R.Niqui Rodger (ruiz): Delicious pizza. Go at night, it's entertaining. ;)

Kitty Cat Klub is one of Faves in the city.

9. Kitty Cat Klub

7.7
313 14th Ave SE, Minneapolis, MN
Bar · Dinkytown · 48 tips and reviews

Niqui R.Niqui Rodger (ruiz): Lots of comfortable couches and patio. Listen to live music and hang out with friends while enjoying drinks. Check out the photo booth!

Everyday People is one of Faves in the city.

10. Everyday People

2912 Hennepin Ave, Minneapolis, MN
Vintage and Thrift Store · Uptown · 4 tips and reviews

City PagesCity Pages: Voted Best Used Clothing Store by City Pages in 2011! Everyday People has a great selection of clothing that exudes eclectic elegance.

The Independent is one of Faves in the city.

11. The Independent

3001 Hennepin Ave, Minneapolis, MN
American Restaurant · Uptown · 36 tips and reviews

Niqui R.Niqui Rodger (ruiz): Probably one of my favorite places to go for a drink and app during happy hour.

Izzy's Ice Cream Cafe is one of Faves in the city.

12. Izzy's Ice Cream Cafe

2034 Marshall Ave (Cleveland), Saint Paul, MN
Dessert Shop · Merriam Park West · 84 tips and reviews

Tara O.Tara Olson Medina: Salted caramel ice cream is heaven if you're a sweet/salty fan! I call ahead when I really want it because they sell out.

Namaste Cafe is one of Faves in the city.

13. Namaste Cafe

8.8
2512 Hennepin Ave (25th St W), Minneapolis, MN
Asian Restaurant · East Isles · 53 tips and reviews

Niqui R.Niqui Rodger (ruiz): Such delicious food. Friendly staff. Do the lunch box specials. The coconut creme brule was so amazing.

14. Pizza Lucé

9.0
119 N. Fourth St. (2nd Ave. N), Minneapolis, MN
Pizzeria · Warehouse District · 126 tips and reviews

Niqui R.Niqui Rodger (ruiz): Favorite place to go after a show downtown. Love the pizza Athena. Also they have a gluten free menu!

Andiamo Italian Ristorante is one of Faves in the city.

15. Andiamo Italian Ristorante

8.0
1629 Lena Court (Marina Ln), Eagan, MN
Italian Restaurant · 52 tips and reviews

Niqui R.Niqui Rodger (ruiz): I hate fish and I thought that the parmesan crusted walleye was absolutely delicious and perfectly paired with the roasted vegetables.

Burger Moe's is one of Faves in the city.

16. Burger Moe's

7.5
242 7th St W (at Walnut St), Saint Paul, MN
American Restaurant · West Seventh · 81 tips and reviews

Niqui R.Niqui Rodger (ruiz): One of the best veggie burgers and cheese curd meals I have ever had. Yum!

Annie's Parlour is one of Faves in the city.

17. Annie's Parlour

7.9
313 14th Ave SE (at University Ave), Minneapolis, MN
Burger Joint · Dinkytown · 34 tips and reviews

Niqui R.Niqui Rodger (ruiz): Delicious veggie burgers and fries.

Como Park Zoo is one of Faves in the city.

18. Como Park Zoo

8.7
1225 Estabrook Dr, Saint Paul, MN
Zoo · Como Park · 76 tips and reviews

Niqui R.Niqui Rodger (ruiz): Still one of my favorite places to go walk around. And it's free!

Harriet Island Regional Park on Great River Passage is one of Faves in the city.

19. Harriet Island Regional Park on Great River Passage

8.9
Water St (Plato Blvd), Saint Paul, MN
Harbor or Marina · West Side · 12 tips and reviews

Niqui R.Niqui Rodger (ruiz): Walk around downtown Saint Paul and chill in the park and watch the river. Lots of free events go on on Harriet Island including Irish Fair and the Taste of Minnesota, which may not be free anymore...

Cathedral of St. Paul is one of Faves in the city.

20. Cathedral of St. Paul

239 Selby Ave (at Summit Ave), Saint Paul, MN
Church · Summit - University · 25 tips and reviews

Niqui R.Niqui Rodger (ruiz): It's lovely. Check it out, probably best to go when there's not something else going on there so you can walk around and look at all of the statues. Also check out the JJHill house while you're there!

Minneapolis Institute of Art is one of Faves in the city.

21. Minneapolis Institute of Art

9.4
2400 3rd Ave S, Minneapolis, MN
Art Museum · Whittier · 112 tips and reviews

Niqui R.Niqui Rodger (ruiz): It's free and it's a nice place to walk around on a day off. The sculpture garden is also right there.

Historic Fort Snelling is one of Faves in the city.

22. Historic Fort Snelling

8.1
200 Tower Avenue Fort Snelling History Center (Hwy 5), Minneapolis, MN
Historic and Protected Site · 10 tips and reviews

HISTORYHISTORY: The original installation was constructed from 1820-1824 as Fort St. Anthony. It received its name upon its completion in 1825 in honor of Colonel Snelling, who commanded the regiment that built it.

Dino's Gyros: The Greek Place is one of Faves in the city.

23. Dino's Gyros: The Greek Place

8.7
1700 Snelling Ave N (at Larpenteur Ave W), Falcon Heights, MN
Greek Restaurant · 26 tips and reviews

Niqui R.Niqui Rodger (ruiz): I love their gyro combos with the rice. Mmm. Perfect.

Franklin Street Bakery is one of Faves in the city.

24. Franklin Street Bakery

1020 E Franklin Ave, Minneapolis, MN
Bakery · 12 tips and reviews

Niqui R.Niqui Rodger (ruiz): One of the most amazing uses of eggplant, ever. Everything from this place was superb.

Pad Thai Grand Cafe is one of Faves in the city.

25. Pad Thai Grand Cafe

8.3
1681 Grand Ave (at Cambridge St), Saint Paul, MN
Thai Restaurant · Macalester - Groveland · 28 tips and reviews

Niqui R.Niqui Rodger (ruiz): I enjoy their spring rolls and their beef curry.

Mim's Cafe is one of Faves in the city.

26. Mim's Cafe

7.6
1435 Cleveland Ave N (at W Buford Ave), Saint Paul, MN
Café · St. Anthony · 11 tips and reviews

Jon D.Jon Dean: Falafel sandwich + canned pop = great lunch under $5.

27. Polly's Coffee Cove

1382 Payne Ave (Cottage), Saint Paul, MN
Coffee Shop · Payne - Phalen · 7 tips and reviews

Niqui R.Niqui Rodger (ruiz): Eccentric service. Friendly, neighborhood coffee shop.

Café Cravings is one of Faves in the city.

28. Café Cravings

8.2
1600 County Road E E (at US61), White Bear Lake, MN
Coffee Shop · 16 tips and reviews

Niqui R.Niqui Rodger (ruiz): Everything here is delicious.

Cat Man Do is one of Faves in the city.

29. Cat Man Do

1659 Grand Ave, Saint Paul, MN
Asian Restaurant · Macalester - Groveland · 6 tips and reviews
Cause Spirits & Soundbar is one of Faves in the city.

30. Cause Spirits & Soundbar

3001 Lyndale Ave S (at W Lake St), Minneapolis, MN
Music Venue · Lyn Lake · 52 tips and reviews
Saint Paul Cheese Shop is one of Faves in the city.

31. Saint Paul Cheese Shop

9.0
1573 Grand Ave (Snelling), Saint Paul, MN
Cheese Store · Macalester - Groveland · 24 tips and reviews
Midtown Global Market is one of Faves in the city.

32. Midtown Global Market

8.9
920 E Lake St (Btw Chicago Ave. & 10th Ave.), Minneapolis, MN
Food Court · Phillips · 91 tips and reviews
Al's Breakfast is one of Faves in the city.

33. Al's Breakfast

8.8
413 14th Ave SE, Minneapolis, MN
Breakfast Spot · Dinkytown · 88 tips and reviews