I've been meaning to try Kramarczuk's for years. This lunch I just had did not disappoint!…read more Their Reuben came highly recommended - and I agree that it is incredible. I also really enjoyed the Ukrainian meatball with butter noodles and tomato cream sauce. Something about that combo is dreamy! The meatball is tender and the sauce is just the perfect balance of creamy and tomato-y. The restaurant side has a cafeteria-style setup. There's also a deli with so many meats, bread, snacks, and condiments. Service was fantastic and everyone was friendly. There's a small parking lot for use while shopping there but it can definitely fill up.

I stopped by for a weekend lunch and was amazed to see a line of about 50 people waiting to order…read morefood! Great sign for the business, but it was a long wait! As always, I got the meatball with the tomato cream sauce; that sauce is the best!!!! We also got the pierogis but they weren't as good as usual, I think they were over fried and dry, and just didn't taste like I remember. Overall, I love this spot and the Eastern European comfort food they serve.

I moved into the area about a half year ago and have passed this spot more times than I can count…read more I finally stopped in and was curious about their ultimate cheesesteak. I love myself a cheesesteak and I wanted to see if this would be a new favorite I'd enjoy wearing out. They loaded this sandwich with onions, green peppers, and mushrooms. They added some of their pasta sauce on the bottom as well. The sandwich was good, but I thought it needed a bit more flavoring/spices. The bread was some of the softest I've experienced though and the cheese was a good amount. The combo was paired with a pickle spear and a bag of potato chips. This may sound strange, but can potato chips steal the show? Because they did. Super crunch and salty. Yum-O! I tried their coleslaw too and it seemed like to sat there awhile. It was tasteless and I ended up throwing the pint out. I will say the staff here are very friendly and helped me decide on some sandwiches and gave me an honest review of their favorites and least favorites. I appreciate that. I'm sure those chips will bring me back in the future and I'll be open to trying another sandwich.

Finally visited Marinos Deli for a quick sandwich at lunch after I read a story about this…read moremom-and-pop business in NE Minneapolis. Conveniently located off Johnson NE (free parking on the street), this local restaurant serves up some good hoagies, sub-marino sandwiches (see what I did there?), pasta, and other Italian food. It's a unique restaurant because it's kind of like a deli and fast casual restaurant with a few tables inside, but when I arrived shortly after 1 pm, it was pretty empty. Overall, the service was great, it's a family-owned place and the mother and daughter were working and were very pleasant. The place smells terrific, if you like Italian food and good sauces. While the decor is a step-back in time, I really enjoyed the taxidermy walleyes which is a true reflection of being a Minnesota business. The sandwich I selected was good, came with a small bag of chips, and wasn't too pricey - the prices are actually pretty good, but the only thing I would say is the sizes aren't huge. I recommend Marinos if you are in the neighborhood and definitely want to try the pasta and meat ravioli next time!

Marty's is located in the holland neighborhood. They get quite busy on the weekend, with the line…read moreoften stretching out the doors during breakfast hours. On weekdays, it's usually quick to get in and out! There is always plenty of parking on the residential streets nearby. You order at the register, and they'll call out your name when your order is ready. They have some seating indoors and outdoors, but it's a relatively small space so it does get crowded on the weekends but I've never had to wait too long to find a place to sit! Breakfast is served until 11 on weekdays and noon on weekends and lunch is served all day! Their menu is labeled clearly with what's vegan and vegetarian. They do have an option to sub for gluten-free bread for any sandwich, although I haven't personally tried the gluten free bread. Marty's breakfast sandwiches are an absolute must try! Their focaccia has a fluffy interior and lightly crispy exterior, and the toasted sesame seeds on it add a nice layer to the flavor. The eggs are perfectly fluffy, and the cheese is perfectly gooey and melty. It is, in my opinion, one of the best breakfast sandwiches in the cities. I also think the hash browns are THE best hash browns you can buy. They're house-made, with the potatoes grated more finely than your typical hash brown. They have a fluffy interior, crispy exterior, and are salted to perfection. I like them with a side of aioli, but they're also good on their own! I would highly recommend going to Marty's, and especially recommend their breakfast!

Marty's Deli is absolutely worth the hype! The breakfast sandwich was incredible and definitely…read morelived up to the buzz. Since it's become such a popular spot in Minneapolis, don't be surprised to see lines out the door on weekends -- getting there early is definitely the move. I've only tried breakfast so far, but after this experience I'm already excited to go back and check out their lunch menu!

This restaurant is elite. Some of the best sandwiches in Minneapolis for flavor and quality.read more

Loved it! I wish I didn't wait a year since moving into the neighborhood. Pretty simple menu, but…read morethey do it well. The sandwiches come with a side of potato chips. They aren't over salted and they are super thin and crunchy. I tried the Philly style sandwich and my partner tried the hot Italian sandwich. We both were impressed between the amount of meat and also how chewy the bread was. Friendly staff was a plus too. We will be back soon.

One of those places you could drive by and not even know they have a grill with food options. If…read moreyou do pull in though I highly recommend the Philly. I had heard this from others and read a lot of positive reviews on it as well. They are done quickly (10 minutes or so) and combined with fries it's tough to even finish the whole thing. Both the philly and the fries were cooked great and are an awesome quick option here in Northeast.

The new deli and menu is truly amazing! Home cooked food with all sorts of options. We had the…read morechicken fried rice, cranberry cream cheese wonton, spicy stir fry noodles, and a Philly cheesesteak. All made from scratch in 20 minutes for takeout. Soooo good

I pass this market at least three times a week on my way to the gym, and finally decided to stop by…read moreand try one of their sandwiches. I'm so glad I did! As soon as I walked in, I was pleasantly surprised by how much they have to offer. There's literally something for everyone--whether you're into incense, edibles, or just looking for a variety of food, you'll find it here. The grill area in particular stood out to me with its wide range of choices. It's not just sandwiches either; they've got a whole selection that would please pretty much any craving. One thing to note: you order your food, get a receipt, and then head to the front to pay. A little different from your typical setup, but it works. I went with the steak cheese steak, and it did not disappoint. It was hearty, flavorful, and just the right amount of food for one person. If you're planning to share, I'd suggest getting something else--this sandwich is big enough to satisfy just one. I also noticed they have another special cheese steak, so I'm already looking forward to trying that next time I stop by. The service was friendly, and it was easy to navigate the market and grab what I needed. Overall, it's a great spot with a lot to offer, whether you're grabbing a quick bite or browsing their other unique items.

Stumbled across this hidden gem on Uber Eats and I'm so glad I gave it a shot! I ordered the Lamb…read moreGyro Shawarma, and it was absolutely delicious--tender, flavorful, and satisfying. You can really tell they care about quality. The fries that came with it were decent, but I think they could use a bit more seasoning to bring them up to the level of the shawarma. Definitely planning to come back in person soon to try their Philly Cheesesteak and check out more of the menu. This spot might be lowkey, but the food speaks for itself. Highly recommend!

I've been enjoying this wonderful spot since around 1979 and I've never had a bad meal…read more A must stop when I'm back in town from the San Francisco Bay area as there is nothing like this that I have found on the West Coast. Nice vegetarian options for me .The tabouli is fantastic, the spinach pie out of this world, and the kidney beans with onions and rice, simple and delicious. Did someone say baba ghanoush? Yum! And whenever I turn somebody onto it, they're equally as excited. No pomp and circumstance, just a family run business holding down the tradition year after year, generation after generation. I was super clean, nice ambience, friendly and cozy. Seek out the few places like Emily's left in any city throughout the country and avoid the corporate chains for the real deal.

Emily's Lebanese still holds a special place in my heart. I have not visited in quite a while, but…read morestepping back in felt instantly familiar like nothing had changed. The tabbouleh is still fresh and delicious, and it pairs perfectly with any of the entrées. It's a comforting, no-frills spot with plenty of street parking, which makes stopping in easy.

Located in the Northeast neighborhood of Minneapolis, Surdyk's Liquor and Cheese is an institution,…read morestarted as a liquor and grocery store in 1934, moving to this location in 1979. Now run by third-generation owners, it expanded to retailing fine wine and cheeses as well. I stopped in to buy some house gifts, and was pleasantly surprised by its very large selection of products, displayed in a way that it was enjoyable to do some 'window shopping'. In my case, I focused on the whiskey's and found what I was hoping for (from the Nikka distillery, a place I had visited a long time ago). But surprisingly it carried American made whiskey (in this case, from the Seattle area) for a price that was lower than what I had paid when actually visiting the distillery itself. I took the time to walk around a bit, noticing that they had an entire section devoted to just German and Austria wines. (Would have been shocked to find wines from Luxembourg, which is on my list). There were also a large beer refrigerated room, as big as any I've seen at big retailers. Of course, it had the beers from the Midwest that are hard to find where I live now (Leinenkugel, Hamm's, and Zywiec). Also noticed a small display of cigars, protected behind locked glass. Ended up getting two Westland Single Malt 750ml for $56.99 each. Checkout was identical to any large liquor store chain (like a grocery store checkout with employees who do checkout and are not really knowledgeable about the products sold).

Nice selection of just about everything. $18.95 for a box of tea bags? Keep my credit in my…read morepocket on that one. Sandwiches made from fresh product, drinks to go, no room for dining, there is the adjoining bar which has a gated entrance. Lighting low key, had to take the shades off to better see items. Prices run **** although they'll probably tell you it's high quality. It would just be individual opinion. Crowded as the few aisles are close together so we rub elbows with fellow browsers.

My first time to Lu's was just okay. I had had their sandwiches through catering before and was…read moreimpressed, but the grilled pork banh mi I got last week was a bit unevenly dressed and the bread a bit dry. This was around 5p so maybe earlier in the day is better. I also tried some wontons and they were not great-- too much cream cheese and not crispy enough. Atleast the price is right! Plenty of parking in the Red20 building which is a nice amenity in this neighborhood.

Very true Viet Banh Mi that you would get in Vietnam. The taste and everything is very authentic…read moreeven the bread. The banh mi bread in actual Vietnam is very terrible and this bread taste pretty similar to that in Vietnam. Other places that make their bread are more of a French style bread and it's a little crispier and not as flaky. This one here was very flaky. The meats were cut on the thinner side than most banh mi places so I couldn't really taste the meat. I feel like it is cut thinner than the other Lu's off Eat Street. I would get banh mi off Eat Street at the other Lu's from now on. This place here is a little cleaner, but I feel like the meats are just cut too thin

Tons of amazing options and a great vibe. I had the meat waffle, not anything crazy, but a good timeread more

I recently stopped by this spot for brunch after hearing a lot of good things, especially about…read moretheir caramel rolls. I ordered the Monte Crisco from the specialty menu and grabbed a caramel roll to go. The sandwich itself was solid--crispy outside, warm and savory inside--definitely enjoyable. The caramel roll, however, didn't live up to the reputation. It was surprisingly dry. That said, the icing was delicious and had great flavor, but it couldn't quite save the overall texture. Unfortunately, what really ruined the experience for me happened after we finished eating. While chatting with my friend at the table, I watched a mouse scurry right past us and disappear into a crack in one of the booth seats. It was quick, but not quick enough to miss. I get that things happen in the restaurant world--it's not always easy to control pests--but this mouse looked very familiar with the layout, like it had done this routine before. I was immediately grateful that my leftovers were already packed, and we made a beeline straight for the exit. No matter how good the food is, something like that leaves a lasting impression... and not a good one.