I am all for culture and Little Mekong certainly has it! Allowing small business to thrive in the…read moreheart of Saint Paul is what this market is all about which is beautiful while acknowledging Southeast Asian history. From wontons, to boba tea, to fried rice to dumplings, they have it all. I was here 6-years ago and remember enjoying the intimacy, food, night life, etc. Flash forward to present and I felt neutral about it. I would absolutely go again, yet wouldn't be upset if I missed it. University Avenue is always questionable so for safety reasons, this is not an event I would feel comfortable going solo even in the day time despite the police manning the area. I took my mom and we parked on a side street and walked our way up to the festival. I can proudly say that it has expanded in all the positive ways to include more food vendors, crafts for kids, an entertainment stage and an overall expansion to the opposite side of University. Bravo overall for all the hard work to organize this and to all the vendors for cooking, waiting in the heat, and displaying all talents. I found all the lines to be really long for food and realized I'd rather enjoy a sit down meal when it comes to Thai or Vietnamese cuisine so I opted for the one vendor who had all the food ready to go and purchased an egg roll bowl. It was decent and probably not worth the $15. My favorite part were all the boba tea options as well as the fresh sugar cane juice. I found the market to be a little overcrowded and while it has expanded, not something one needs more than an hour at. In addition, I wish there were more artists selling merchandise and tables to sit at. It was 98% food and desserts.

This is going on the summer festival list. I had a blast here and ate my way through this market…read more Egg rolls, wontons, rolled ice cream, watermelon juice, dumplings....you guys! And to end the night a Fruity Pebbles macaroon. Aside from grazing at this festival, we also caught some traditional dance performances along with some bboy dance-offs, not to mention all of the other vendors you'll find interspersed among the tents. It was really crowded and the lines can be outrageous. At times you have no idea where the line ends or begins, and parking is definitely something that someone needs to take control of here. Apart from that, you'll have an amazing time. Have some cash with you, while some vendors accept credit that isn't always the case. I did see a few ATMs here and there, but those fees though...grab it before you get there.

My go to Korean grocery store! It has everything I need for my Korean pantry and vegetables. They…read morealso sell pre-made banchan. The owners are always so kind and friendly. The store is always well stocked and very organized. Prices are as expected for Asian imports-- but definitely cheaper than the American groceries stores that stock similar items! I have yet to try the restaurant but will update once I do The kimbap at checkout is a nice snack when you are on the go. Get it~

I've always shopped at Dong Yang for groceries but have never had their food until now. The place…read moreis tucked in the back of the store, but it was definitely busy for a typical lunch time. I got the kimbap, sundubu-jjigae (spicy tofu stew with seafood), and haemul pajeon (seafood pancake). The kimbap is the best thing there is, and they also sell this to go at the register (I've had this multiple times and I think it's the best kimbap I've had). Despite being mostly veggies, the kimbap is deep in flavor and very scrumptious. The sundubu-jjigae was a hidden gem for me. I didn't think I would like tofu stew but holy clam this soup had so much umami from the seafood. The broth was not watered down at all and was full of flavor, and the seafood was plentiful and went perfectly with the rice. The only downside to this dish were the banchans, which were overall a bit underwhelming, especially the beansprouts. The seafood pancake was also just okay. It was thick and filled with seafood, but despite eating this right when it was finished cooking, it just wasn't as crispy as I would have liked (a good example of really good seafood pancake is at K-bop near the U of M). Overall, I enjoyed the food here and would definitely like to try some of their other dishes there!

This cafe is small, but cozy and cute. It is connected to their hot yoga studio. They have vegan…read morefood with gluten free options. The food is expensive but fresh and very tasty. I especially enjoyed the many options for sparkling water, kombucha, and tea. Service was fast and friendly. They have a large parking lot and it is a perfect place to go after a walk around the lake.

All of the food is delicious here. Just had the Mov poke bowl for the first time and loved it. The…read moreGlow up smoothie is a fan fave. Healthy options that taste so good. Quick service and/or lots of options to grab and go.

I visited based on a recommendation and I was not disappointed. I wanted to purchase a gift to…read moresupport local businesses over the holidays. I asked 'what screams 'Golden Fig' such that is will create a unique gift for a special foodie person. They recommended the hot chocolate mix and spices as they create both in house and are unique to their store. There are several options for each and I chose one chocolate and some homemade marshmallows to accompany and several slices that reminded me of far away travels. So fun. I had a ton of fun perusing the store. There were so many things to look at. Lots of holiday options but also a few staples if you just need a local grocer. Parking is on street but I found a spot right in front. Great experience.

We stopped in during Paws on Grand- the owner was absolutely delightful and so friendly. It was a…read morehot day- she offered to let us sit in the entrance with the pups to cool down for a bit. She was so wonderfully outgoing. Went back another time without the pups and stopped in to browse around- so many cute items, specialty food, candy , gifts etc. so much to browse through and such a cute shop. I only wish I lived closer now- we lived about 6 blocks away for years and never visited- it's not until you move do you appreciate it.

Amazing service first off. I had never been here and the staff was sooo nice and helpful and…read morewelcoming. Noodles were amazing so comforting I would absolutely recommend the scallion oil and the homemade meatballs were so flavorful. We went at the end of the day so baked good were limited. I would get the curry pastry again but probably try all new next time but my fault for not going earlier and they did give us one for free since it was closing time! Drinks were so good coconut cloud matcha was perfect ratio and I've never had homemade soy milk but it was really good and perfect to cut the spice of the chili oil. Speaking of the chili oil. Wow. I always buy chili oils that are lacking spice this one is not and it was$10 for an entire jar that will last forever Super flavorful and a little goes a long way. Place was also really cute and clean!

I didnt know this place existed until meeting friends…read more It is a cute and friendly place on a super busy road. Parking isnt the greatest but it will do. It is self service for the bakery but you can order food and drinks. Each of the bakery were really delicious, they come with different flavors, filling and types of baked bread. You can order drinks, the matcha was alright, it was good enough as a matcha. The different types of baled bread were delicious and would definitely come back! Im planning to bring my friend and family here soon!

Wow! The line was out the door at 7 pm on a Thursday night so people are still hustling to try the…read morefood. The line moved pretty well and we got our food. The regular plate feels like gobs of food! It was heavy! I loved the rice and the macaroni salad. I got the shredded pork - big serving and the teriyaki chicken - big serving! The sauces were great and they let us try 3 packaged cups each. It also came with bbq sauce in a cup. Great flavors. We also ordered the mango cheesecake. A must! It was delicious and enough for two ppl to split. Want to try the salad and the pork eggrolls next time! Definitely a winner! No pictures because we ate a picnic on the grass in a nearby parking lot because the tables were all full.

I heard about this spot coming to Minnesota, so we definitely had to give it a try on our road…read moretrip. I shared the three meat plate with my girlfriend, and we got the kalua pig, katsu chicken, and pulehu chicken. It also came with scoops of mac salad and white rice. First off, I'll say that the portion are ginormous, so I'm already a big fan of that! They weight the amount of meat you get, so it'll be consistent every time. As for the food, I'll say the kalua pig was very salty, but I get it might of just been a bad batch. The pulehu chicken was very well seasoned and flavorful, but it was a little dry. However, the star of the show was definitely the katsu chicken... it was crispy, juicy, and packed with flavor even without the sauce. The meats all paired very well with the mac salad since it was very creamy. The service was great; you go up to the counter and them what you want. You can see all the meats in the window, so you know what you're getting. The ambiance was very simple and reminded me of other fast food spots with create your own bowl or plate. There's a decent amount of seating indoor and a parking lot. I'd definitely come back again to try the other meats and keep getting the katsu.

The food was good - pho broth was nice and fatty, but didn't taste quite like a traditional pho…read more Close but something was different that I couldn't quite figure out. I would still recommend trying as the brisket was excellent. Portions were large, both the pho and spring rolls. Rolls I believe were more Hmong style with crispies in it. I enjoyed it with the peanut sauce. I would definitely recommend trying out their different drinks/bobas. I had the Viet coffee Ube and strawberry matcha to go. They have a nice vibe inside. Order first then seat yourself. There's a little social spot if people wanna take pics. Very friendly staff, super helpful! The counter person was really helpful! They were patient and accommodating!

The matcha was really tasty - a little sweet for me but it was still delicious! Vibes of the…read morerestaurant itself were great - it was clean, staff were friendly and even though my food wasn't done they brought my drink out for me to enjoy while I waiting for the rest of my order. They also have WiFi and lots of tables if you're looking for somewhere to get work done and there is a lot of natural light which is amazing! The spring rolls were delicious and even had a little crunch from some fried egg roll paper in the middle which was fun. Will definitely be coming back to try more !

This was my first time visiting St. Paul, and made it a mission to eat here, and I'm really glad I…read moredid. I ordered their Somlaw Koa Kou and it was delicious (menu item #45A). If you're looking to try a dish that is uniquely Khmer, this soup is one of them. The soup has flavors from roasted rice and kreung, a fragrant blend of lemongrass, makrut lime leaves, garlic, galangal, tumeric. Cheng Heng's version had green beans, round green eggplants, spinach, young papaya, and kabocha squash, plus a protein choice (I chose chicken). The somlaw was hearty, and very filling. The portion was more than enough to share. I can imagine myself ordering this on a cold winter evening. Their menu was full of amazing Cambodian dishes, but unfortunately, I was one, otherwise I would have ordered other items like the Somlaw Machu Kreung, and Somlaw Machu Angkor as well. I would love to return but with company, so I can taste more of their dishes.

This was my first time trying Cambodian food - everything here was so good and affordable!…read more Spring rolls were only $4.95 and really good - they had chicken, shrimp, and a variety of herbs inside. Chive cakes had a nice chewy texture inside and crispy outside from being fried. The noodle soup bowls here are a great portion size... they range from regular-L-XL. Regular was a good size for my friend and I, especially when combined with our apps. The roasted chicken was tender and had really good flavor and color. Both noodle soup broths are on the sweeter side. Overall would highly recommend this spot to anyone looking to try Cambodian food for the price, quality, and portion size.