Tanpopo Noodle Shop Photo: Andrew Ciscel/Flickr
Bangkok Thai Deli
315 University Ave. W.
651.224.4300
When you see the mosaic-tiled chimney, you’ve come to the right place (one of the publisher’s favorites). $
Cheng Heng
448 University Ave. W.
651.222.5577
A photo album menu of authentic Cambodian cuisine for those who are weary of Americanized Asian. $
Eastside Thai
879 Payne Ave.
651.776.6599
Delicious food in satisfying portions. $
Fuji Ya
465 Wabasha St. N.
651.310.0111
www.fujiyasushi.com
A Japanese food experience for lunch or dinner with an extensive happy-hour menu. $$
Ho Ho Gourmet Restaurant
1985 Old Hudson Rd.
651.731.0316
Chinese buffet and à la carte items; memorable chicken wings and roast duck. $
Kolap Restaurant
601 Dale St. N.
651.222.2488
True Thai food in a warm and friendly space that is perfect for large groups. $
Krua Thailand
432 University Ave. W.
651.224.4053
www.kruathaisaintpaul.com
Curries are a specialty at this BYOB restaurant. $
Lao-Thai Family Restaurant
501 University Ave. W.
651.224.5026
Traditional Lao-Thai cuisine like raw beef laab, yummy pad thai, and chicken wings. $
Little Szechuan
422 University Ave. W.
651.222.1333
www.littleszechuan.com
Adventurous, eclectic Chinese dishes alongside traditional favorites. $
Mai Village
394 University Ave. W.
651.290.2585
www.maivillage.net
Enjoy steaming meals and a full-service bar near the Koi pond or outdoor rose patio. $$
Mango Thai Restaurant
610 Selby Ave.
651.291.1414
www.mangothaimn.com
Mango spring rolls and pan-grilled tuna salad in a hip, visual setting. BYOB. $$
Mirror of Korea
761 Snelling Ave. N.
651.647.9004
www.mirrorofkorea.com
Second generation family-owned restaurant with summer and winter menus. $
Ngon Vietnamese Bistro
799 University Ave. W.
651.222.3301
www.ngonbistro.com
Contemporary Vietnamese cuisine that holds true to the flavors of traditional dishes. $
On's Kitchen
1613 University Ave. W.
651.644.1444
Options from spring rolls to curry, including a few specialty dishes you can’t find anywhere else. $
Pad Thai Grand Café
1681 Grand Ave.
651.690.1393
www.padthaiongrand.com
Homemade Thai food, exposed brick and timbers, and service with a smile. $$
Palace’s Pizza
1373 Maryland Ave.
651.771.3535
Pizza and Southeast Asian fare: egg rolls, laab, and sesame chicken. $
Que Nha Vietnamese Restaurant
849 University Ave. W.
651.290.8552
Unassuming décor belies noteworthy dishes like goat curry and rice porridge. $
Ruam Mit Thai Cafe
475 Saint Peter St.
651.222.7871
www.ruam-mit-thai.net
Convenient downtown location; family-friendly lunch buffet. $
Saigon Restaurant
704 University Ave. W.
651.225.8751
Familiar Vietnamese favorites with pho, broken rice dishes, banh mi sandwiches, and more. $
Saji-Ya
695 Grand Ave.
651.292.0444
www.sajiya.com
Japanese sauté cooking with a bar and teppanyaki grill. $$
Sakura
350 St. Peter St.
651.224.0185
www.sakurastpaul.com
Timeless Japanese food and drink; begin an evening downtown at the full-length bar. $$
Señor Wong
111 Kellogg Blvd. E.
651.224.2019
www.senorwong.com
A convincing combination of Asian and Latin foods gives a unique twist to the menu. $ (lunch) $$ (dinner)
Supatra’s Thai Cuisine
967 Seventh St. W.
651.222.5859
www.supatra.com
Chef and owner Supatra Johnson is the author of Crying Tiger: Thai Recipes from the Heart. $
Tanpopo Noodle Shop
308 Prince St.
651.209.6527
www.tanpoporestaurant.com
Simple, elegant, and affordable Japanese food. $
Taste of Thailand
1671 Selby Ave.
651.644.3997
www.tasteofthailandmn.com
Order with as much or as little spice as you want, but remember that hot means HOT. $
Tay Ho Restaurant
302 University Ave. W.
651.228.7216
Small dining space with big flavors in traditional and old-world Asian fare. $
The Tea House
1676 Suburban Ave.
651.771.1790
www.ourteahouse.com
A Szechuan gem on the East Side. $
Trieu Chau Restaurant
500 University Ave. W.
651.222.6148
Busy shop with outstanding soups and tasty banh mi sandwiches. $
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