Immigrant Owned Businesses
In this post, I thought it would be a good time to shine a light on some businesses owned by immigrants here in Minnesota. Many businesses are having a hard time right now due to COVID-19 restrictions, so I hope that by writing about them, it will help them to continue their businesses.
Viet Tien International Market and Deli
Image Via. viettienmarket.com
For those of you who haven’t heard of the Viet Tien market, it is a popular place to get various groceries from Asia. The owners are immigrants from Vietnam in 1994. According to their website, “it offers a variety of dry goods and fresh produce from countries all over the world.” Not only does the market offer groceries and other various items, but also has a small deli inside. In the deli, you can find a variety of menu items including lo mein, pho, and curry. I’ve not been there yet myself, but have heard nothing but amazing things about the place. Right now, the deli is not open due to COVID, but the market is open for business.
Website:
https://www.viettienmarket.com/
Address:
311 3rd St. NE
Waite Park, MN 56387
Phone Numbers:
Market: (320) 200-2925
Deli: (320) 202-8802
Maria’s Cafe
Image Via. Maria’s Cafe Facebook
Another business I found while researching is Maria’s Cafe. The website shows images of a cozy café atmosphere. Maria, the namesake and owner of the cafe, is an immigrant who came to Minnesota in 1980 from Colombia. What started out as a hobby soon became Maria’s Cafe. The items look amazing and the menu is massive with many various sections: one for breakfast, one for lunch, and one specifically with Colombian food. With classics, like pancakes, to an authentic Paisa Bowl, one is sure to find something to satisfy their hunger. Maria’s Cafe is currently offering curbside pickup for customers.
Website:
Address:
1113 East Franklin Ave.
Minneapolis, MN 55404
Phone Number:
(612) 870-9842
Momo Sushi
Image Via. Momo Sushi Facebook
The last business I wanted to talk about is Momo Sushi. Owned and operated by a Tibetan immigrant, Sonam. The menu has many options including tempura and a variety of rolls, including chef specials like, Sex On the Beach Roll, Snow White Roll, and many more. Although like many places, COVID-19 is preventing in person dining, they offer both delivery and take out options. Like the others, I haven’t been there, but being allergic to sea food limits my sushi options. Personally, I would love to get an order of vegetable rolls.
Website:
Address:
1839 Central Ave. NE
Minneapolis, MN 55418
Phone Number:
(612) 789-9190