Spending time in Longfellow? Get to know this Minneapolis neighborhood by browsing its most popular local businesses, from a classic American diner to an organic coffee shop.
Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the top places to visit in Longfellow, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of neighborhood businesses. Read on for the results.
1. Town Talk Diner & Gastropub
Topping the list is gastropub, cocktail bar and New American spot Town Talk Diner & Gastropub. Located at 2707 E. Lake St., it's the highest rated business in the neighborhood, boasting five stars out of 150 reviews on Yelp.
This establishment was first opened in 1946, and according to the eatery's website, its rotating menu — from chefs Kacey White and Charles Stotts — is focused on seasonal fare.
Look for menu options such as cinnamon French toast, kale and spinach salad and barbecue brisket hash for Sunday brunch, as well as pan-roasted chicken breast, aged Angus steak and cheeseburgers for dinner. Classic and seasonal cocktails are available.
2. Himalayan Restaurant
Next up is the Nepalese, vegetarian and Indian spot Himalayan Restaurant, situated at 2910 E. Lake St. With 4.5 stars out of 192 reviews on Yelp, it's proven to be a local favorite.
Expect regional favorites like samosas as an appetizer, lamb kebabs cooked in a traditional Tandoori oven, fried rice and noodle dishes and sides like chutney and yogurt. You can find the full menu here.
3. Peace Coffee Shop
Peace Coffee Shop, a spot to score coffee, tea and more, is another top choice. Yelpers give the business, located at 3262 Minnehaha Ave., 4.5 stars out of 142 reviews.
This coffee shop doubles as a roaster and has four locations in the Twin Cities metropolitan area. The company prides itself on using locally sourced ingredients whenever possible and organic roasted coffee beans. Grab a bag of the snowshoe brew, which features molasses and cherry undertones; the chocolatey blue ox blend; or Twin Cities blend with toasted almonds and caramel. Check out the website for more information.
4. Sonora Grill
Finally, there's Sonora Grill, which has earned four stars out of 205 reviews on Yelp. You can find the Spanish, Latin American and Mexican restaurant at 3300 E. Lake St. This is the second location in the area. According to its website, Sonora Grill is "known for [its] mouth-watering tacos and made-from-scratch Latin American and Spanish infusion cuisine."
Try out the breakfast burrito with avocado, guajillo beans, chihuahua cheese, tomato and potato in the morning; Argentinian pork empanadas with cotija cheese for lunch; or chicken, shrimp or beef skewers served with rice for dinner. Patrons can also expect a wide variety of alcoholic beverages and signature cocktails, including a long line of tequilas.
