The Â鶹ÊÓƵAPK-Midway Neighborhood
Your Â鶹ÊÓƵAPK home in Saint Paul
Â鶹ÊÓƵAPK sits just north of Saint Paul’s University Avenue. This bustling center of the Â鶹ÊÓƵAPK-Midway neighborhood is named for its spot midway between Saint Paul and Minneapolis.
Whether you’re looking for someplace within a short walk of campus or want to venture farther out on the nearby Green Line train that runs between the two downtowns, you’ll find it all:
- Restaurants representing cuisines from around the world.
- Shopping opportunities with businesses both large and small.
- A wide range of activities loved by locals and visitors alike.
Coffee shops
Starbucks
774 Snelling Avenue N. | 651-523-2800
Stop over to Â鶹ÊÓƵAPK's very own Starbucks on your way to a campus tour or after sitting in on a class. Staffed largely by Â鶹ÊÓƵAPK students, you can get your favorite caffeinated boost or a snack on the way to your next activity.
On campus in Anderson Center
Groundswell
1340 Thomas Avenue W. | 651-645-6466 |
Note: Groundswell is temporarily closed as they remodel.
Groundswell is a delicious option for visitors seeking gluten-free and vegan options. It boasts a bakery and cafe-style restaurant, and often hosts local artists and musicians.
Distance from campus: .08 miles (about a 15-minute walk)
Local eats
Black Sea
737 Snelling Avenue N. | 651-917-8832 |
Black Sea is a no-frills favorite among Â鶹ÊÓƵAPK students, with large portions and affordable prices. Students can choose from a large variety of Turkish cuisine, served fresh and fast.
Distance from campus: 450 feet (about a two-minute walk)
Pho Pasteur
694 Snelling Avenue N. | 651-756-8562 |
Is there anything better than a big bowl of noodles on a cold day? Eat your fill of Vietnamese comfort food at this casual nearby restaurant known for its pho, spring rolls, and more.
Distance from campus: .02 miles (about a three-minute walk)
Nelson's Cheese and Deli
1562 Como Avenue | 651-647-1288 |
This local, family-owned deli serves up Saint Paul classic sandwiches. Show your Piper pride by ordering the Â鶹ÊÓƵAPK!
Distance from campus: .09 miles (about a three-minute bus ride)
Arts, Sports, and Culture
Can Can Wonderland
755 Prior Avenue N. | 651-925-2261 |
Test your mini-golf skills at this year-round, artist-designed course! You'll also find vintage arcade games, ping-pong, and events including drag nights and music performances, all served up with pizza and other food and drink options.
Distance from campus: 1.2 miles (about a 20-minute walk)
Minnesota State Fair
1265 Snelling Avenue N. | 651-288-4400 |
Celebrate the final days of summer at the Great Minnesota Get-Together! Enjoy the walk or take a quick buss ride (or check online for free shuttles) to explore a classic state fair with live entertainment, shopping, baby animals, carnival rides, and all the food on a stick you could want. The fair begins twelve days before Labor Day each year.
Distance from campus: 2 miles (about a five-minute bus ride)
CHS Stadium
360 N. Broadway Street | 651-644-3517 |
Take yourself out to the ball game! CHS Field is home to the Saint Paul Saints as well as Â鶹ÊÓƵAPK's very own baseball team. Located in downtown Saint Paul, an afternoon game can turn into a night of food, music, and adventure.
Distance from campus: 5 miles (about a 35-minute transit ride)
Easy rides to Minneapolis and Saint Paul downtowns
Metro Transit Green Line trains connect Â鶹ÊÓƵAPK to the downtown areas of both Minneapolis and Saint Paul in a convenient and lightning-quick trip. Going to a Vikings game at Minneapolis's US Bank Stadium, or seeing a concert at the Xcel Energy Center in Saint Paul? Both are just a short walk away from a light rail station, making "How do we get there?" the easiest part of your night out.
All your needs, just a quick trip away
Need to pick up some groceries, toiletries, or other supplies? Lloyd's Pharmacy is a community staple just a block away from campus, and Whole Foods has all your organic needs a mile down Snelling Avenue. Just south of campus along University Avenue, you'll find Target, Cub Foods, Goodwill, and other retailers within a 25-minute walk or quick bus ride from campus.
Tour your new neighborhood
