Spending time in Phillips West? Get to know this Minneapolis neighborhood by browsing its most popular local businesses, from a science fiction bookstore to a Mexican restaurant.
Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the top places to visit in Phillips West, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of neighborhood businesses. Read on for the results.
1. Fika
Topping the list is modern European spot Fika. Located in the American Swedish Institute at 2600 Park Avenue South, it's the highest-rated business in the neighborhood, boasting 4.5 stars out of 114 reviews on Yelp.
Fika offers salads, soups, sandwiches, desserts and more. On the menu, look for the meatballs with juniper-spiced potato purée, the smoked trout sandwich with cucumber and dill and the bread pudding with brandy caramel.
2. Taqueria La Hacienda
Next up is Mexican spot Taqueria La Hacienda, situated at 334 E. Lake St. With four stars out of 115 reviews on Yelp, it's proven to be a local favorite.
Taqueria La Hacienda offers authentic Mexican cuisine, specializing in tacos. On the menu, look for the barbecue pork Mexican-style tacos, a burrito with a choice of meat or the steak quesadilla.
3. Uncle Hugo's Science Fiction Bookstore
Bookstore Uncle Hugo's Science Fiction Bookstore is another top choice. Yelpers give the business, located at 2864 Chicago Ave. South, 4.5 stars out of 23 reviews.
The bookstore specializes in science fiction and fantasy books. It offers new and used books in both paperback and hardcover form. Stop by the store prepared to browse for a new read.
4. Pineda Tacos Plus
Pineda Tacos Plus, a Mexican spot, is another much-loved neighborhood go-to, with 4.5 stars out of 13 Yelp reviews. Head over to 330 E. Lake St. to see for yourself.
The spot offers tacos, burritos, seafood and more. On the menu, look for the fajita mix plate with rice, beans and salad; the burrito with rice, beans, tomato and lettuce and the chimichanga with your choice of meat.
5. Seafood To Go
Check out Seafood To Go, which has earned four stars out of 19 reviews on Yelp. You can find the spot to score fish and chips, chicken wings and more at 2930 Chicago Ave.
Seafood To Go is known for it chicken wings recipe that features a special sweet and sour sauce. The spot offers a variety of fish, shrimp and chicken dishes.
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