I spent the weekend showing off Minneapolis eats to my friend from Pasedena, Melanie. Though I ate like the hungry caterpillar, I wanted to highlight my favorite new meal.
Butster’s on 28th is in a really normal neighborhood in south Minneapolis. Next door: the Baker’s Wife, a bakery worth visiting. On the other side: a biker’s coffee shop, a new concept to this part of town. It’s a seemingly inconspicuous block of businesses. But inside Buster’s, the beer list goes on for two pages, with descriptions, the food is all unique and the wait staff knows what they’re talking about. Though the TVs weren’t the highest caliber for the Lakers vs. Celtics game, the high backed wooden booths are beautiful. Though the locale isn’t huge, the atmosphere is cozy and packed. You might have to wait for lunch or dinner, but its worth it.
I went out on a limb. Instead of ordering the Bison Burger, which is alright, I put my chips on the Elian Gonzalez. You betcha. That little Latino boy made it to Florida on a raft, back to Cuba and onto a menu in Minneapolis. A lot of traveling for this guy.
This Cuban sandwich is made complete pickles, medium mustard, pork and ham. Served on Baker’s Wife focaccia, I was amazed at the flavor. I’d recommend this and the turkey sandwich with guacamole. My sister wanted to know how they made the guac. I told her to ask but rationalized that there is probably avocado in it. She pursed her lips.
For about $15, and a stop at Buster’s on 28th, you’ll be glad to have found a new favorite in Minneapolis.
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