Looking to uncover all that Midway has to offer? Get to know this Saint Paul neighborhood by browsing its most popular local businesses, from a Thai restaurant to a baker.
Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the top places to visit in Midway, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of neighborhood businesses. Read on for the results.
1. On's Thai Kitchen
Topping the list is Thai spot On's Thai Kitchen. Located at 1613 University Ave. West, it's the highest rated business in the neighborhood, boasting four stars out of 433 reviews on Yelp.
Chef "On" Khumchaya serves "an extensive menu of home made fresh dishes," according to the website. The menu includes Thai salads, noodle soups, rice dishes, egg rolls and more.
2. Fasika Ethiopian Restaurant
Next up is Ethiopian, vegan and vegetarian spot Fasika Ethiopian Restaurant, situated at 510 N. Snelling Ave. With four stars out of 263 reviews on Yelp, it's proven to be a local favorite.
The Ethiopian spot serves authentic Ethiopian cuisine. On the menu, look for the curried beef stew cooked with exotic spices and peppers, lamb stew cooked in Berbere sauce or lentils cooked in curry.
3. Groundswell
Bakery and New American spot Groundswell, which offers coffee and tea and more, is another top choice. Yelpers give the business, located at 1340 Thomas Ave., 4.5 stars out of 216 reviews.
The bakery and café serves pastries, omelets, soups, salads, sandwiches and more. Stop by on Saturday or Sunday to order from the Weekend Brunch menu with items like biscuits and gravy, pan-fried banana bread French toast and breakfast sandwiches.
4. Black Sea Restaurant
Black Sea Restaurant, a Turkish and Mediterranean spot that offers desserts and more, is another much-loved neighborhood go-to, with 4.5 stars out of 215 Yelp reviews. Head over to 737 Snelling Ave. North to see for yourself.
On the menu, look for notable items like the beef and lamb gyro kebab served in pita bread with a homemade yogurt or the Tavuk Kebab with marinated chicken breast topped with grilled green peppers, onions and tomatoes.
5. Hoa Bien Vietnamese Restaurant
And then there's Hoa Bien Vietnamese Restaurant, a local favorite with four stars out of 92 reviews. Stop by 1105 University Ave. West to hit up the Vietnamese spot next time you're in the neighborhood.
The Vietnamese spot serves soups, pho, chow mein and more. On the menu, look for notable items like the stir fried egg noodles with vegetables and your choice of meat or the egg noodle soup with meat wontons.
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