Minneapolis/ Food & Drinks
Published on June 03, 2020
Your guide to the 4 most popular spots in Minneapolis' Lyndale neighborhoodiChigo Tokyo Crepes | Photo: Jonathan E./Yelp

Spending time in Lyndale? Get to know this Minneapolis neighborhood by browsing its most popular local businesses, from a Latin American eatery to a creperie.

Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the top places to visit in Lyndale, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of neighborhood businesses. Read on for the results.

1. Hola Arepa

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Topping the list is Latin American, breakfast and brunch spot Hola Arepa, which offers salads and more. Located at 3501 Nicollet Ave., it's the highest-rated business in the neighborhood, boasting 4.5 stars out of 787 reviews on Yelp. 

If you're craving arepas, this spot has you covered. Choose from beef plantain chicken, slow roasted pork and sweet potato or the chorizo and egg arepa with yuca fries for breakfast. The menu also features cocktails and a variety of small plates like roasted carrots and tostones. 

2. The Chair Salon

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Next is hair salon The Chair Salon, situated at 3255 Lyndale Ave. South With five stars out of 44 reviews on Yelp, it's proven to be a local favorite.

Owners Michael Frear and Tim Cronin are behind this spot, which prides itself on assembling a team of highly skilled colorists and stylists, according to its Yelp profile. It offers haircuts, color correction and styling stocks a full line of Aveda products. 

3. Saigon Uptown Restaurant

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Chinese and Vietnamese spot Saigon Uptown Restaurant is another top choice. Yelpers give the business, located at 3035 Lyndale Ave. South, four stars out of 68 reviews. 

Start off with the crispy chicken wings, fresh spring rolls or dumplings served with fish sauce. Other offerings includes egg foo young, kung pao, pork and potatoes as well as noodle dishes and vegetarian options. 

4. Ichigo Tokyo Crepes

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Ichigo Tokyo Crepes, a creperie that offers coffee, tea and more, is another much-loved neighborhood go-to, with 4.5 stars out of 19 Yelp reviews. Head over to 5W 34th St. to see for yourself. 

Get your sweet fix at this spot offering 12 different kinds of crepes. Fan favorites include the strawberry custard crepes, monkey business with sesame mochi or cherry bomb, made with cherry pie filling and topped with whipped cream, cornflakes and chocolate sauce. Thirsty? Enjoy your crepe with an espresso drink. 


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