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1. Electric Fetus
Minneapolis, MN 55404
(612) 870-9300
Categories:
Music & DVDs,
Vinyl Records
Neighbourhood: Whittier
The Electric Fetus gets 5 stars because in my opinion, it tops Disneyworld as the happiest place on earth.
On a recent stop I decided that I'm going to start buying all of my gifts there. They have cute kitschy stuff (tattoo band-aids, finger…More »
2. Spyhouse Coffee Shop
Minneapolis, MN 55404
(612) 871-3177
Category:
Coffee & Tea
Neighbourhood: Whittier
Spyhouse is a refuge for the college student who's sick of the traditional campus coffee shop scene...unless you go to MCAD and you're already lucky enough to have a Spyhouse near campus.
There's a Spyhouse in Uptown & on Eat Street, however I'm…More »
3. The Triple Rock Social Club
Minneapolis, MN 55454
(612) 333-7399
Categories:
Dive Bars,
Vegetarian,
Music Venues
Neighbourhood: West Bank
I can't believe I'm giving 5 stars to a place that doesn't accept credit cards, but holy moly I love this place!
The guy at the door is always friendly and we had the NICEST, quickest drink-re-filler-of-a-server last night. Megan W. and I tried the…More »
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9/25/2010
I've gone to two shows here--both were great. One thing I've noticed: The sound is much better near… Read more »
4. Minneapolis Institute of Arts
I'm reviewing the MIA just to give it another 5 stars. I've really got nothing new to contribute besides amorous feelings.
And just up the "cheese" factor...this place is living proof that the best things in life are free.
5. Shish Mediterranean Grill & Café
St. Paul, MN 55105
(651) 690-2212
Categories:
Middle Eastern,
Breakfast & Brunch,
Mediterranean
Neighbourhood: Mac-Groveland
Back again. Surprise surprise.
I ordered the schwarma and those rosemary fries per usual, but also tried the Turkish coffee with a lemon bar. The Turkish coffee (cinnamon, cardamom & sugar in a light roast) literally tastes like drinking Fruit…More »
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7/3/2010
This is hands-down my favorite place to eat in the metro! What Shish lacks in space is MORE than… Read more »
6. Common Roots Café
Minneapolis, MN 55405
(612) 871-2360
Categories:
Coffee & Tea,
American (New),
Caterers
Neighbourhood: Uptown
Seasonal menu change! Yay!
Things on my "Must Consume" List:
- Cauliflower Leek Risotto
- Cotija Enchiladas
- Sweet Potato Whoopie Pie
- Truffle Mac and Cheese...oh wait, already ate that one. Round 2?
If you're looking for me at all this fall, I'll be…More »
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8/4/2010
Is it possible to move into a coffee shop? Because I wouldn't mind spending all of my time here.
… Read more »
7. Acadia Café
Minneapolis, MN 55454
(612) 874-8702
Categories:
Music Venues,
Bars,
Sandwiches
Neighbourhood: West Bank
I am so grateful for Acadia's proximity to the U of M West Bank because I love stopping in to devour a black bean burger and try a new type of beer whenever possible. Seriously, the selection is great.
It's small and somewhat shabby inside, but that's…More »
8. Corepower Yoga
Corepower, you are so expensive, yet I continue to patronize you because (like L'Oreal) you're worth it.
I've been to the Downtown, Uptown & Grand Avenue studios in addition to this one, but I've been frequenting this studio lately so I'ma review it.…More »
9. Punch Neapolitan Pizza
Punch Pizza is the cat's pajamas. I would eat it every day if I could.
Napoleon-style and made with fresh, flavorful ingredients, Punch has yet to disappoint me. (Let's be honest, it probably never will.)
My favorite pizzas are the Mimi (tomato, basil,…More »
10. Turf Club
St. Paul, MN 55104
(651) 647-0486
Categories:
Dive Bars,
Music Venues
Neighbourhood: Midway
Don't let the seedy intersection of University & Snelling fool you, the Turf Club is a gem!
They boast that they're the "Best Remnant of the '40s" and when you saunter over to that gorgeous bar and examine the detail, you can tell. The rest of the…More »
11. Liquor Lyle's
Minneapolis, MN 55405
(612) 870-8183
Categories:
Dive Bars,
American (Traditional),
Breakfast & Brunch
Neighbourhood: Uptown
My friend's dad told us to avoid Lyle's. I was thinking he didn't want us in the area so late at night. Now I know he didn't want us to discover those killer 2 (formerly 3) for 1s.
Thank God I didn't listen.
This is everything you'd ever need in a…More »
12. Pizza Lucé
Minneapolis, MN 55401
(612) 333-7359
Categories:
Pizza,
Vegetarian
Neighbourhood: Downtown Minneapolis
Actually ate INSIDE a Pizza Lucé (Uptown, to be exact) this time. I was so pleased to see that they sell pizza by the slice! It looked like they had plain cheese, sausage, something meaty and something vegetarian. I thought about hanging out by the…More »
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8/16/2010
I'm reviewing the Downtown Pizza Lucé location since it's responsible for delivering the goods to my… Read more »
13. 1419
I can't rave enough about this place. Things I forgot to mention in my previous review:
- It's run by students (yes, they're paying rent)
- It's the only place (as far as I know) that fosters interdisciplinary collaboration for the…More »
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7/5/2010 First to Review
1419 is one of Minneapolis' hidden gems. Located in a presumably abandoned store basement between… Read more »
14. First Avenue
Minneapolis, MN 55403
(612) 332-1775
Categories:
Music Venues,
Dance Clubs
Neighbourhood: Downtown Minneapolis
Oh First Ave, or shall I say the Mecca of Minneapolis? How I worship thee.
There are so many reasons I love you, but I shall do my best to keep this brief.
Unlike the friend who flakes, you never leave me hanging on the weekend. Whether it's a…More »
15. Nina's Coffee Café
St Paul, MN 55102
(651) 292-9816
Category:
Coffee & Tea
Neighbourhood: Cathedral Hill
Nina's, even though we've only known each other for approximately 5 hours, I think it is safe to say that "this is the beginning of a beautiful friendship." (And since most of your visitors have been lingering as long as I have, I think I'm not…More »
16. Lagoon Theater
This place gets 5 stars because more often than not, the movie I want to see is only showing here...and I'm never disappointed.
Seriously, how many other theaters can you name that sell wasabi peas, Peace Coffee, almond-filled wafers and vegan cookies…More »
17. The Wedge Community Co-op
Minneapolis, MN 55405
(612) 871-3993
My god, whatever you do, part with your $7 and order a smoothie from the counter in the back. I had the "Chartreuse" today and it was glorious. Yvonne W. described perfectly as "zingy and refreshing." Highly recommend it.
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8/26/2010
I'm not very co-op savvy, but I love the Wedge.
Sure, a lot of the food isn't college-budget… Read more »
18. Cafe Latté
Saint Paul, MN 55105
(651) 224-5687
Categories:
Desserts,
American (New)
Neighbourhood: Summit Hill
I may be young, but I've had a lot of cake in my day and let me tell you, Cafe Latté does Tres Leches cake the way God intended. (I'm willing to wager that this is the REAL manna.)
Although Tres Leches happens to be my cake de choix, everything I've…More »
19. Guthrie Theater
Minneapolis, MN 55415
(612) 377-2224
Category:
Performing Arts
Neighbourhood: Downtown Minneapolis
After attending "A Christmas Carol" with my family at the old Guthrie per tradition, I was devastated when I heard they were relocating.
I stand corrected.
Although more modern than I would have imagined, the new Guthrie Theater is an incredible,…More »
20. The Smitten Kitten
A friend of mine was looking for a good vibe and it turns out the whole store exudes good vibes, literally and figuratively.
I don't know if it's the discreet name, location or what, but I've never felt more at home in a store where dildos and chains…More »
21. Rewind Vintage
Minneapolis, MN 55418
(612) 788-9870
Category:
Used, Vintage & Consignment
Neighbourhood: Northeast
Hide yo wife, hide yo kids, hide yo...wallet.
(I can't get the internet meme out of my head. If you don't know what I'm talking about, stop reading & check this out: http://bit.ly/aQEhOr)
Okay, now back to Rewind.
You really do need to hide your wallet…More »
22. I Like You!
Minneapolis, MN 55413
(612) 208-0249
Categories:
Jewelry,
Arts & Crafts
Neighbourhood: Northeast
Dear I Like You,
I Love You. Your collection of local souvenir-y goods makes me proud to be a Minnesotan (not that I wasn't before). I love all of the artsy cards, postcards, jewelry, t-shirts & posters you have SO MUCH that I think I'm going to…More »
23. Peace Coffee Shop
Minneapolis, MN 55406
(612) 877-7760
Category:
Coffee & Tea
Neighbourhood: Longfellow
Thank you, Annie D., for bringing this place to my attention!
I'm a Peace Coffee fan, so I think it's quite wonderful that they decided to open up a café of their own..and even more wonderful that they sell Common Roots' bagels there. As Bogey once…More »
24. The Cottage House
Minneapolis, MN 55407
(612) 825-4934
Categories:
Antiques,
Home & Garden,
Thrift Stores
Neighbourhood: Nokomis
This place is the cat's pajamas.
The concept of decorating each room with "For Sale" items is brilliant. I found myself desirous of many things that, as a college student sharing a place with 2 roommates, I frankly don't need at the moment.
They have…More »
25. Mango Thai
I stumbled upon Mango Thai randomly while visiting a friend in the apartment complex next door. The wafts of curry and ginger caught my attention immediately, so we scrapped our original dinner plans in favor of dining there.
The food was delicious.…More »
26. Avalon On Grand
St. Paul, MN 55105
(651) 690-2885
Category:
Cards & Stationery
Neighbourhood: Mac-Groveland
Need a unique card or a little something? Look no further than Avalon.
I've purchased everything from stationary to a henna kit.
This store is kitschy like Patina (and has some overlap in merchandise) and plays host to one of the largest card…More »
27. Lucia's Wine Bar
Minneapolis, MN 55408
(612) 823-7125
Categories:
Wine Bars,
American (New)
Neighbourhood: Uptown
What a gem!
Let me preface this by saying that my aunt is a serious foodie with a lot of previous restaurant experience, so for her birthday, it was either dinner with Lucia or dinner with Alma (http://bit.ly/i1Np9E). This time it was Lucia.
It's a…More »
28. Open Book
Minneapolis, MN 55415
(612) 215-2650
Categories:
Bookstores,
Art Galleries
Neighbourhood: Downtown Minneapolis
Open Book is a combination of many things I love and appreciate: design, tall ceilings, art, cheery ambiance, free parking, free Wi-Fi and of course, caffeinated beverages.
Besides the aforementioned aspects, I also love that Open Book has a lot of…More »
29. Minneapolis Central Library
Minneapolis, MN 55401
(612) 630-6000
Category:
Libraries
Neighbourhood: Downtown Minneapolis
I'm not exaggerating when I say that I'm here pretty much all of the time.
This library is an architectural gem and a fantastic place to get some work done (if you can peel your eyes off of the stacks and cease the people-watching, that is.)
There are…More »
30. Corner Coffee
If it weren't for a meeting, I don't know if I would have ever discovered this awesome spot!
The eclectic interior is a lot like my beloved Spyhouse and--dare I say it--maybe even more cozy. I love that they have a couple of leather couches in…More »
31. Red Stag SupperClub
Minneapolis, MN 55413
(612) 767-7766
Categories:
American (New),
Breakfast & Brunch
Neighbourhood: Northeast
I went again last night (Friday) and there was an awesome DJ playing everything from the Notorious B.I.G. to Michael Jackson...with seamless transitions to boot!
Although the Red Stag drew quite the crowd, there were definitely still enough tables to…More »
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2/24/2011
Can I make a corny joke about how I love the place so much I'd consider "going stag" there? Great.… Read more »
32. Grass Roots Gourmet
Minneapolis, MN 55407
(612) 871-6947
Categories:
Cheese Shops,
Meat Shops,
Delis
Neighbourhoods: Powderhorn, Phillips
Cheese aficionados and local food lovers unite...Grassroots Gourmet has got'chu!
Located within the Midtown Global Market, this quaint fromagerie sources all of its cheese from Minnesota and Wisconsin so you can feel good about supporting the local…More »
33. 7th St. Entry
Minneapolis, MN 55403
(612) 338-8388
Category:
Music Venues
Neighbourhood: Downtown Minneapolis
Now that The Depot Tavern is next door, waiting in line for the single-stall bathroom or a drink at the bar is no longer an issue! (Not that there is ever really an issue because if you're at the Entry you're at a concert which is pretty much a…More »
34. Mighty Swell Vintage
Minneapolis, MN 55406
(612) 805-2040
Categories:
Used, Vintage & Consignment,
Women's Clothing
Neighbourhood: Nokomis
YES.
Tucked away next to a hot dog shop in an obscure South Minneapolis neighborhood, lies Mighty Swell, a sale so glorious it's taken the residents of Minneapolis by storm (no pun intended).
I think my heart skipped a beat when I walked in and saw…More »
35. My Sister's Closet
Minneapolis, MN 55408
(612) 886-2891
Categories:
Thrift Stores,
Used, Vintage & Consignment
Neighbourhood: Uptown
I don't want to play favorites, but this "sister" might be more awesome than her original St. Paul counterpart...or at least her closet is.
I meandered into this location last week and to my surprise there was a HUGE selection of clothing that was…More »
36. MPR: 89.3 The Current
St. Paul, MN 55101
(800) 228-7123
Category:
Radio Stations
Neighbourhood: Downtown St. Paul
Indie music? Check.
New music? Check.
Local music? Check.
The Current is the best so I really don't even mind when they spend hours upon hours trying to solicit funding through the radio waves.
For example, the "No Apologies" track a couple of weeks ago…More »
37. Aster Cafe
Minneapolis, MN 55414
(612) 379-3138
Categories:
American (New),
Bakeries,
Coffee & Tea
Neighbourhood: Northeast
My other review had more of a summer focus, but THIS IS ONE OF THE COZIEST PLACES YOU CAN HANG OUT IN THIS WINTER.
It's warm, the Hot Toddies are great, and they still have that fantastic white bean dip.
Check out the schedule of events online before…More »
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7/7/2011
I've got nothing but love for Aster Cafe. Really. If I ever decide to write a novel, this is where… Read more »
38. Rewind Vintage
Minneapolis, MN 55417
(612) 824-1350
Category:
Used, Vintage & Consignment
Neighbourhood: Nokomis
Ooh sister you fine! You might actually be finer than your other sister, NE.
I'm with Sara W. on this one: ECSTATIC that there's a second location. Sure, it's still not particularly convenient for me, but after seeing the new store, I fully endorse…More »
39. Victor's 1959 Café
Minneapolis, MN 55409
(612) 827-8948
Categories:
Cuban,
Breakfast & Brunch
Neighbourhood: Southwest
Love at first lunch!
If I could move into this colorful little hut and eat their food every day, I'd be a happy chica.
I went with two girlfriends late on a Saturday morning and got to sit on the patio (this was in November, folks, I had to let this…More »
40. Origami
Minneapolis, MN 55401
(612) 333-8430
Categories:
Sushi Bars,
Japanese
Neighbourhood: North Loop
I'm with City Pages' voters on this one: Best Sushi in Minneapolis!
Good sushi, service and drinks in a relaxing atmosphere...what more could you ask for? (Free/abundant street parking, but that's it!) I also love that the restaurant spans two…More »
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Yelping SinceJuly 2010
Things I Loveyoga, music, travel, vintage, being on a bicycle, arnie palmers, margaritas, whiskey gingers, mark ruffalo, sons of anarchy
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My First Concert98 Degrees (my mom drove/chaperoned)
My Favourite MovieForever & ever: Amélie, Fling: Drive
My Last Meal On EarthGarlic naan - lightly buttered please...AND bottomless guac & chips.
Don't Tell Anyone Else But...4/25/11 is my Veggeversary!
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