While the blogging has been on hiatus, never fear, the Twins Cities Global Chowdown has continued to roll on. Near South Minneapolis lies a delightful restaurant that appears to have been scooped up off a tropical beach and placed in the midst of a Mid-Western city. Victor's 1959 Cafe is small and cozy, in a warm and comfortable way. After being greeted at the door, we were lead to a wooden booth that was covered in signatures from past restaurant goers. The ceiling also had many signatures, and was made up of wood and tin, which made the beach bar feel all the more complete.
After examining the in depth menu, we settled on empanadas for our appetizer. Zack inquired as to whether or not they had Cuban beer. The waitress politely reminded him that there is still an embargo on Cuba around these parts, and that providing such a beverage would be illegal. We settled for Coronas.
Christina selected the Picadillo a la Cubana, a sauteed ground beef with green and red peppers, olives, and raisins, all covered in a delectable creole sauce. Zack got a very tender pulled pork that was served after being roasted in garlic and lime juice for several hours, and is called Lechon Asado. Both dishes came with ample supplies of rice and beans, which provided enough food for not only two fantastic dinners, but two delicious lunches the next day as well.
Victor's 1959 Cafe, is an excellent place to go to escape the Midwestern Winter, and brought happiness (twice) to our St. Paul/Minneapolis.
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