Cheap Places to Eat in Woodbury

"The two other Minneapolis locations of Pizza Luce do not serve brunch on weekends. They are open daily for lunch and dinner through late night. See description under Duluth, MN."

"You’re going to need two different flavors to execute the famous mini Izzy Scoop on top. PICK: Green tea Oreo topped with an Izzy of ginger."

"Chef Sameh Wadi’s restaurant takes inspiration from street foods from around the world and turns them into dishes that Twin Cities restaurants depend on to wake up sleepy tastebuds. The Yum Yum Bowl isn’t just a clever name, but tasty comfort of rice, quivering egg, various meats, veggies and savory sauce. There are giant fried chicken sandwiches, adorable tacos, and unctuous curry-stuffed burritos here and all are made even better with an added pint of Milkjam ice cream."

"While tapping lively global street food traditions, chef/co-owner Sameh Wadi never ignores his vegan audience, offering Korean-influenced mushroom-filled lettuce wraps, two-fisted burritos packed with crispy marinated tofu and fried rice, a superb hummus, rice bowls brimming with charred squash and Chinese broccoli, an outstanding falafel sandwich and mushroom-squash tacos with pumpkin seed salsa."

"If you are in the mood for international street food with bold flavors, then you’ll definitely want to pay a visit to WSK (World Street Kitchen). Try delicious plates such as the Bangkok Burrito or the MFC (Moroccan Fried Chicken) Biscuit Sandwich."

"Some mornings you want a $15 açaí bowl or a Bloody Mary topped with a burger first thing in. For the rest of the time though, there’s Al’s Breakfast. This tiny restaurant near the University of Minnesota specializes in the kind of simple breakfast food that was good way before brunch became brunch, like pancakes, waffles, scrambles, and omelets."

"The barstools at Al’s, near the University of Minnesota campus, are always in high demand. Famous for enormous blueberry pancakes, Al’s serves all the breakfast favorites, with service that is thankfully never too effusive. 14th St. SE, Minneapolis, 612-331-9991 | alsbreakfastmpls.com"

"This Dinkytown diner is supposedly the narrowest restaurant in Minneapolis, with a width of just 10 feet. It's been serving up big breakfasts in that small space since 1950. It's open from 6 a.m."

"In a land obsessed with pizza, it still feels like we hadn’t truly lived the full potential of the cheese, sauce, and crust before Wrecktangle unleashed its Detroit-style pan-cooked pizzas upon us. This hefty entry is otherworldly in no small part due to the crackly cheese border that cradles every thick slice. Order fully baked or par-baked to take home, heat and serve."

"I’ve never seen such a poorly utilized parking lot in my life. They changed the direction of the drive through line so sometimes you have to drive in thr..."

"Lu’s Sandwiches has a city-wide reputation for a great banh mi. Served on a just-baked baguette it's topped with a choice of meat, pickled veggies, and peppers and more. 2624 Nicollet AveMinneapolis, MN 55408"

"The Hmong Cultural Center is a small community exhibition, but it’s well worth a visit to this University Avenue gem that’s been in Saint Paul for about twenty years. Located conveniently next to the Green Line, spend some time learning about the Hmong population’s experience, art and history in Saint Paul, and you might befriend one of the hundreds of people who take community classes at the center. While you're in the area, stop in for a bite at one of our favorite University Avenue restaurants."

"Situated in a Spanish Mission-style former church in South Minneapolis, you’ll be captivated by stories told through collections of paintings, historical photography, and prints dating from Muscovite and Russian Empire times to the former Soviet Union to modern post-Soviet Russia. Even if what you know of Russian culture is limited to borscht or vodka, you’ll be awed by the beauty and history of the extensive collections of lacquer, porcelain, textiles, nesting dolls, and holiday ornaments. Bring home the beauty of Russian craft with a little something from the artfully curated Tmora gift shop."

"Since 2002, The Museum of Russian Art has served as the Twin Cities’ window to art, history, and culture of Muscovite Russia, the Russian Empire, the Soviet Union, its former republics, and post-Soviet Russia. Housed in a beautifully renovated historic building, the museum’s multi-level galleries provide a tranquil and intimate setting for their exhibitions and educational events. A one-hour tour is free with admission."

"The Museum of Russian Art is a charming museum and the only one of its kind in the entire country. It serves to show the art, culture, and history of Russia through exhibits, lectures, and live performances."

"In the summer of 1958, David Sr. and Helen Fong drove down from Minneapolis in search of a place to open up a small Chinese carry-out. As the story goes, they were looking for a location in Richfield, got lost in the rain, and came upon a small strip mall in a small township called Bloomington. This original location was named Fong's Chow Mein."

"Family run, David Fong’s is a classic Chinese American family restaurant that’s been around in Bloomington since 1966!. They serve hardy portions and all the Chinese food you’ve been craving. A Bloomington gem, visit if you’re looking for a kid friendly restaurant and great Chinese dishes."

"The menu at Peking Garden in St. Paul includes Peking duck served three ways in the form of soup, pancakes and stir-fry. (Nancy Ngo / Pioneer Press). Cantonese-style dishes are being served once again from this three-decades-old institution that recently reopened in new digs near the Minnesota Capitol along University Avenue in St. Paul."

"Macalester-Groveland’s My Burger, located at 1580 Grand Ave., is another top choice, with Yelpers giving the low-priced breakfast and brunch spot, which offers burgers and more, four stars out of 35 reviews. READ MORE: 3 People Found Dead Near La Crosse, Wisconsin. My Burger specializes in burgers, but it also serves fries, malts and shakes."