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The Rubicon

INSANELY DELICOUS. Ipho by Saigon nestled into a small strip mall serves up some amazing food.

[AROUND TOWN] IPho by Saigon serves delicious traditional Vietnamese cuisine

Andrew Lipinsky, RubicOnline October 16, 2025

A classic Vietnamese restaurant in St. Paul is creating waves of excitement for the new generation of local food lovers. IPho by Saigon on 704 University Ave West, was opened back in 1997 by local Vietnamese...

SOUTHWEST SHORTWAVE. The entrance to Shortwave Coffee is right on 50th street.

[AROUND TOWN] Southwest Minneapolis’s new staple: Shortwave Coffee

Andrew Lipinsky, RubicOnline September 11, 2025
Check out Shortwave Coffee, a new favorite for the young people of southwest Minneapolis.
COLD BUT DELICIOUS. As summer nears, it is time to relieve stress with a frozen treat. But where to go? Here are some St. Paul favorites.

St. Paul scoops: ice cream picks to sweeten the summer

Eva Burns, The Rubicon May 30, 2025
As summer nears, it is time to relieve stress with a frozen treat. But where to go? Here are some St. Paul favorites.
MAJESTIC MANNEQUIN. Artist Maddison Pye’s “Fairy God Mother” is featured at the entrance of The G.W. Carver Cultural Center.

Spring Art Crawl spotlights local artists

Ivy Evans, The Rubicon May 25, 2025
St. Paul Art Crawl returned for its 48th spring to continue highlighting local art early this May. This biannual art celebration will be back for more in October.
A LOCAL FAVORITE. Located in South Minneapolis, Tacos El Kevin serves traditional Mexican food and drinks.

[AROUND TOWN] Tacos El Kevin delivers bold flavors and authentic atmosphere

Andrew Lipinsky, RubicOnline May 5, 2025
Tacos El Kevin is one of the best places for an authentic Mexican experience in South Minneapolis.
LOCAL LOCATIONS. 36 Hours in the Twin Cities visits several destinations in Minneapolis and St. Paul, including the Walker Art Center, a contemporary art center alongside a sculpture garden and restaurant.

[AROUND TOWN] 36 Hours in the Twin Cities

Johanna Pierach and Georgia Ross April 28, 2025
Staff editor Johanna Pierach and Chief Visual Editor Georgia Ross explored the Twin Cities to review various restaurants and hangout spots. This is how they recommend passing 36 hours in the area.
Lumpia, a delicious Filipino classic that can be ordered as an appetizer at George and the Dragon.

[AROUND TOWN] George and The Dragon offers amazing fusion food

Andrew Lipinsky, RubicOnline April 20, 2025
Multicultural restaurant George and the Dragon serves up a variety of delicious foods.
A stand out destination in Maple Grove.

[AROUND TOWN] Sota serves up a truly unique experience

Andrew Lipinsky, RubicOnline March 9, 2025
The Maple Grove spot brings dirty sodas to Minnesota.
WINTER VIBE. The exterior entrance of Luci Ancora on a cold afternoon.

[AROUND TOWN] Luci Ancora serves authentic Italian

Andrew Lipinsky, RubicOnline February 13, 2025
The St. Paul Italian eatery brings affordable meals all the way from Naples.
WHERE'S WILLY? Mickey's Diner by Willy, the sister to the well-known downtown St. Paul location, is conveniently situated a mere 6-minute drive from school and right across from Crosby Farm Regional Park.

[AROUND TOWN] Mickey’s Diner by Willy serves up retro food and feels

Andrew Lipinsky, RubicOnline November 19, 2024
Mickey's Diner in Willy is the perfect place to chow down on some classic American brunch staples.
ABSOLUTE CINEMA. Grandview gives a superior movie-watching experience than you average AMC.

[AROUND TOWN] Grandview Theater: classic cinema like no other

Andrew Lipinsky, RubicOnline October 25, 2024
The theater, built in 1933, has beautiful architecture, delicious snacks and a diverse catalog of movies.
COFFEE, PIE AND BISCUITS. Hot Hands provides a variety of different drinks, pie and biscuit dishes ranging from cinnamon rolls to maple fried chicken.

[AROUND TOWN] Hot Hands Pie & Biscuit delivers delicious pastries and biscuit meals

Andrew Lipinsky, RubicOnline September 16, 2024
Delivering unique foods and a well rounded experience, Hot Hands is the perfect local resteraunt for someone looking to try something new.
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