Named after Samantha Mumba, Samantha Mulder, and Sam Fox... wait, there really aren't a lot of…read moreSamanthas that have ever been really famous are there. Hmmmm. Mums, if you want your girl to be famous DON'T NAME HER SAMANTHA YO. So this is the pretty awesome Bakery inside the Midtown Global Market that used to be called El Mexicano and is now called Samantha. Either way it makes fantastic baked goods and is a really great destination for Mexican bakery stuff. This Market itself is a little bit busy and hipster and has a lot of international stuff that is a little overpriced and not always authentic but in this case it's very authentic and very cheap and probably honestly belongs over at the Mercado Central instead but considering that it's here instead of at the Central, it's actually making this place much better and I appreciate it being here.

well this bakery is not well marked and the person working the phone today was nice but had very…read morelimited english. I got this bakery thru yelp as best in town for tres leeche cake. The cake looks fantastic except they placed canned peaches on the top of a pineapple filling cake! I had to find a little kid to help me thru the maze of little shops to find bakery. No markings on the outside of the building either. I could not recommend to you as it would be hard to find. The neighborhood is very sketchy. I am pretty sure a hooker asked me for some money!

I had really high hopes for this place. It had a lot of really good reviews on Google so I thought…read moreI'd try it out. I got an assortment of pan and was not impressed with any of it. First off, most of the bread was pretty hard, granted this is in the afternoon when I bought it however, I'd hope it would still be somewhat fresh. The flavors were also just OK but it was hard to enjoy with the consistency of the bread. The workers were helpful however and the ambience is typical of a panaderia! I don't know if it's because I'm used to some of the fantastic Panaderias in Chicago churning out that sweet fresh bread but this place was a major letdown.

I always get the Tres Leches cake every time. When they have tamales those are a must have as well.read more

Looooooved my visit to Vivir! I spent half a day here and honestly I could've stayed longer. The…read moreenergy of this space is just that good! First off, plenty of private on-site parking, which is always a win in the city. Inside, the space is stunning. Large windows line most of the walls, flooding the café with warm, natural light. There's an impressive variety of seating depending on your vibe--couches, high-top tables, standard tables, bar-style seating facing the gorgeous large windows, and even solo setups if you're craving true alone time. Thoughtful and inviting in every way. The service was equally lovely. Monroe, the barista who helped me, made a spectacular Iced Brown Sugar Honey Latte--so good I ordered a second after I finished my first one. He was happy to answer all of my questions about the bakery items, breakfast offerings, and the horchata lattes that caught my eye. I ultimately went with the Chicken Chilaquiles, and wow... that was absolutely the right move. The dish featured warm, juicy chunks of chicken breast over crispy fried tortilla chips, topped with fried eggs, sliced avocado, beets, cotija cheese, and tomatillo sauce. The sauce wasn't spicy, but had just enough gentle heat to balance the tanginess of the green tomato beautifully. I also appreciated that the chips weren't overly drenched, allowing each ingredient to shine. Crunchy, flavorful, satisfying, and filling--everything you want in a breakfast. The only thing I wasn't crazy about was the apple empanada. It may have been a one-off, but mine didn't quite hit the mark. Flavor-wise, it was good and accurately described as a slice of fried apple pie. Where it fell short for me was the filling-to-dough ratio. The filling was very minimal and almost paste-like, likely due to being reheated rather than baked fresh that day. I would've loved a filling with chunks of apples or simply more filling overall. Overall, the morning/afternoon I spent here brought me so much joy. I loved that there was no time limit--I was able to get a ton of work done while sipping delicious coffee, enjoying a slow, satisfying breakfast, and soaking in the sunshine. Vivir is a space that truly works for so many occasions: solo time, catching up with friends, family visits, or settling in for a few hours. I'll happily be returning whenever I'm in NE Minneapolis.

Such a cute coffee shop/cafe. I love the decor and chill vibes. When I stopped by the cafe side was…read moretechnically closed but the staff on the Centro side told me I could look around & order cafe items via one of the table QR codes. On the door I seen they had caramel apple horchata as a seasonal drink so I got that. When you order you have the option to order from the cafe & Centro so we also got the shot of the moment. Both were good. For sure want to come back and try more of the drink options.

Alright so I've been to cosettas so many times that I know exactly what I want and where it is. My…read morefamily and I frequent the deli and pasticceria, only going to the actual restaurant if we have a big group. The pasticceria is sooo cute and decorated like a little cafe in Italy. I appreciate the floors and decoration, they 100% lean into the Italian culture. The service is always great, everyone smiles and makes sure your selection is to your liking. I've gotten coffee, macaroons, gelato, everything from here and they never disappoint. It's always a great time, especially meeting friends or just grabbing some good sips on the go. I had a gelato with one scoop of this raspberry sorbet and another scoop mango, I loved the fruitiness and texture. It's a bit pricey which knocks down a star, but otherwise a lifelong favorite. P.S. I love the parking and that ITS FREE.

Located right next to Cossetta Alimentari,), the Pasticceria is a nostalgic delight. Chock-full of…read moredelicious dessert delights (and no small amount of charm), the store absolutely took me back to the pastry shops I remember from when I visited Italy. Think tile, dark wood, display cases full of beautiful desserts, and brass. With great staff and smiles all around, the Pasticceria feels and tastes like the good old days. I highly recommend.

A beautiful little shop full of delicious baked goods. Seems affordable and the gal behind the…read morecounter was super nice. I do think some better communication about how to get goods would make it flow a bit smoother. I got strawberry cupcake and it was filled with frosting. So tasty!

Must try! My cousin has surprised me twice with their pastries and even grabbed a bag of delicious…read moreGuatemalan coffee. I've tried a variety of their croissants, turnovers, campechanas, etc. The pineapple croissant is a fave but they're all super delicious and fresh. You can literally taste the freshness. Nice, clean, newish spot. The folks there are friendly and welcoming. Best hidden gem and Guatemalan bakery. It's off 35W in Bloomington. I used to live right in that area. I'm never there anymore but will make it a point to make the drive and stop by when I'm in the area.

Great service. Helpful for baked goods, and for brunch…read more Inside and outside dining. Baked goods are fresh Ana our meal ( spring pancakes and a Mediterranean wrap) were very good.

Was taken to lunch on a Sunday by a LinkedIn friend I'd met over Zoom several times in a group…read moresetting. I had mentioned my penchant for pastries of the Scandinavian variety in passing and when she suggested this place I was excited. Imagine my delight in seeing the Kringler was in the bakery case. I swear I nearly squealed with joy. I've been unemployed since March 2024. Thankfully my hubby landed a job (with benefits, phew) so we're not homeless. But eating out is definitely not on the menu (pun fully intended). This is definitely a cafeteria. Do not go here expecting tablecloths and candlelight. The place was clean, the staff friendly and conscientious, and the portions were hearty. And delectable. The only place that may do Kringler slightly better is 30 miles away and hard to get to.

Great food and generous portions! They take the care of making it fresh, but still get it out quick.read more

This place was pretty good! We were visiting from out of town and meeting up with some friends, and…read morethis place was convenient and in the area. The food is good and pretty simple. It wasn't quite as punchy as the name La Fusion Cafe implies, but it was a nice and easy meal. I did leave a little hungry, though. The locale is very very casual, with just a couple of small tables. I'm assuming that people mostly take their food here to go. It's also in an office building, so it would make sense for that. The gentleman behind the counter was very sweet and helpful. Overall, this is a nice place to get a quick, easy, and healthy lunch on the go.

We are so lucky to have Del Sur in our neighborhood! Every time we eat here, either ordering out or…read moredining in, the food is spectacular and the staff are just as amazing. Our favorite empanadas are the sweet corn and the caprese but all of them are consistently delicious!

Delsur is seriously one of my favorite local spots! The Empanadas are top notch. I always make…read moresure to order the Caprese, Sweet Corn and BBQ chicken plus one extra, this time is was chorizo. Each one was perfect in its own way (Sweet corn is the best though). The staff were very kind, food came out fast and 4 empanadas ended up being the perfect amount per person. Sauce options are a savory mayo sauce and the other is a chimichurri. Both are phenomenal, but the mayo sauce is usually my number 1 go to. Delsur will always be on rotation for me!