Spending time in Fulton? Get to know this part of Minneapolis by browsing its most popular local businesses, from a classic American joint to a cupcake store.
Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the top places to visit in Fulton, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of neighborhood businesses. Read on for the results.
1. Red Cow
Topping the list is New American spot Red Cow, which offers burgers and more. Located at 3624 W. 50th St., it's the highest rated business in the neighborhood, boasting 4.5 stars out of 615 reviews on Yelp.
Offering brunch, lunch and dinner menus, this small chain hangs its hat on its wide variety of burgers. Check out options such as the Breakfast Burger with egg, bacon and peanut butter or the Cowboy Burger with pulled pork, onion rings and barbecue sauce. Other menu choices include sandwiches, salads and appetizers like poutine and cheese curds.
2. Broders' Pasta Bar
Next up is Italian restaurant and wine bar Broders' Pasta Bar, situated at 5000 Penn Ave. South With 4.5 stars out of 473 reviews on Yelp, it's proven to be a local favorite. Courtesy of owner Molly Broder, this spot has been using locally sourced ingredients since its debut in 1994.
The family-owned-and-operated business offers a wide variety of Italian fare including antipasti, risotto and pasta. Try the classic spaghetti and meatballs or the spinach and egg fettuccine with crab simmered in cream and tomatoes. Check out the full menu here.
3. Broders Cucina Italiana
Italian spot Broders Cucina Italiana is another top choice. Yelpers give the business, located at 2308 W. 50th St., four stars out of 150 reviews.
Also a part of the Broder family chain of restaurants, this spot offers pizza, sandwiches, salads and other pasta in a more casual setting. Grab a roasted eggplant pie or make your own custom pizza creation. This spot also offers takeout and delivery. Check out the full list of offerings here.
4. Arezzo Ristorante
Arezzo Ristorante, an Italian spot, is another neighborhood go-to, with four stars out of 133 Yelp reviews. Head over to 5057 France Ave. South to see for yourself.
Named after a small town in Tuscany, Italy, Arezzo has been open since 2001 and aims to give its customers a truly authentic Italian dining experience. Lunch and dinner menus feature a variety of pastas, protein-centric entrees, pizzas, calzones and appetizers. The full menu can be seen here.
5. Sweet Retreat Cupcake Boutique
And then there's Sweet Retreat Cupcake Boutique, a local favorite with four stars out of 92 reviews. Stop by 5013 France Ave. to hit up the bakery next time you're in the neighborhood.
Getting ready for a big celebration? Sweet Retreat has you covered. Offering in-stock and custom cupcakes, cakes and other treats, this spot allows its customers to pick up their sweets in house or have them delivered. Flavors include s'mores, pina colada, lemon blueberry, carrot and much more. Check out the website for a full line of flavors and offerings.
