Looking to uncover all that Payne Phalen has to offer? Get to know this Saint Paul neighborhood by browsing its most popular local businesses, from breakfast to burgers.
Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the top places to visit in Payne Phalen, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of neighborhood businesses. Read on for the results.
1. Tongue In Cheek
Topping the list is New American spot Tongue In Cheek. Located at 989 Payne Ave., it's the highest rated business in the neighborhood, boasting 4.5 stars out of 398 reviews on Yelp.
"Get the pork, just get it," said Yelper Yiwen B. "The pork belly was excellent, everything else was good. It's a nice place for brunch."
2. Cook Saint Paul
Next up is diner Cook Saint Paul, situated at 1124 Payne Ave. With 4.5 stars out of 244 reviews on Yelp, it's proven to be a local favorite.
"I came here a few times before and have had something completely different each time," said Yelper Shisana J. "I had the kimchi pancakes and it was so good."
3. Brunson's Pub
Pub Brunson's Pub, which offers burgers and sandwiches, is another top choice. Yelpers give the business, located at 956 Payne Ave., 4.5 stars out of 167 reviews.
"I really like Brunson's," said Yelper Blake D. "The pulled bacon BLT is really unique and so good, and the brisket tacos are one of my favorite items in the Twin Cities."
4. Eastside Thai Restaurant
Check out Eastside Thai Restaurant, which has earned four stars out of 109 reviews on Yelp. You can find the Thai spot at 879 Payne Ave.
"We stopped in to eat here a week ago because I was craving some noodles and we wanted to go somewhere close to us," said Yelper Anna T. "I was craving khao poon for the longest time and it was delicious."
5. Morelli's Specialty & Discount Liquors
And then there's Morelli's Specialty & Discount Liquors, a local favorite with 4.5 stars out of 36 reviews. Stop by 535 Tedesco St. to hit up the meat shop and international grocery store, which offers beer, wine and spirits and more, next time you're in the neighborhood.
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