Spending time in downtown Saint Paul? Get to know this Saint Paul neighborhood by browsing its most popular local businesses, from a brewery to a brunch spot.
Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the top places to visit downtown, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of neighborhood businesses. Read on for the results.
1. Barrel Theory Beer Company
Topping the list is brewery Barrel Theory Beer Company. Located at 248 Seventh St. East, it's the highest rated business in the neighborhood, boasting 4.5 stars out of 75 reviews on Yelp.
The taproom offers a variety of beers that have been brewed on site. There is no food provided on site, but patrons are invited to bring it in or order food for delivery from surrounding restaurants.
2. The Buttered Tin
Next up is bakery, cafe and breakfast and brunch spot The Buttered Tin, situated at 237 Seventh St. East. With four stars out of 509 reviews on Yelp, it's proven to be a local favorite.
The menu highlights American classics like eggs Benedict, biscuits and gravy or buttermilk pancakes. The bakery features fresh baked goods from banana bread and cinnamon rolls to coffee cake and cupcakes.
3. Tin Whiskers Brewing Company
Brewery Tin Whiskers Brewing Company is another top choice. Yelpers give the business, located at 125 E. Ninth St., Suite 127, 4.5 stars out of 97 reviews.
The brewery has a variety of beers on tap from light to hoppy to malty and dark. On the menu, look for the Apricot IPA, the strawberry lemonade hefeweizen or the barrel-aged porter.
4. Afro Deli & Grill
Afro Deli & Grill, an African and Mediterranean spot, is another much-loved neighborhood go-to, with 4.5 stars out of 123 Yelp reviews. Head over to 5 W. Seventh Place to see for yourself.
"Dishes are made fresh and prepared Halal," according to the restaurant website. The menu features sandwiches, wraps, salads, french fries and more.
5. Handsome Hog
Check out Handsome Hog, which has earned four stars out of 370 reviews on Yelp. You can find the cocktail bar and Southern spot, which offers waffles and more, at 203 Sixth St. East.
Handsome Hog offers a brunch, lunch and dinner menu. On the dinner menu, look for the hushpuppies with shrimp, poblano and tomato relish or the jambalaya with andouille sausage, crispy chicken, rice and scallions.
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