Starr Automotive

If you're looking for a new mechanic or car repair shop, look no further. The family owned and operated Star Automotive on 40th & East Lake has a 30-year reputation for "honest repair at a fair price". Owner Jerry Starr opened his first shop at age 21, and he and his experienced crew offer same day service, complete auto care for both domestic and foreign cars, and they don't fix things that aren't broken! Hours: Mon-Thu 8am-4 pm; Fri 8am-noon. (612) 721-3749

Mosaic Cafe

Same great mural, same great patio, same great frozen custard, but the Mosaic Cafe has a new look and a new menu. Formerly Glaciers Cafe (see my blog post from 4/5/12), Mosaic Cafe reopened last month with a burger, sandwich & salad based menu that emphasizes scratch cooking, vegetarian options, and local organic and farm fresh ingredients. Word has it that the rosemary garlic fries (baked in a special oven) are delicious! Serving beer, wine and sustainably grown coffee - another great addition to Longfellow! Open Mon-Thu 8am-9pm; Fri-Sat 9am-10pm; Sun 10am-7pm. (612)746-1504.

Minnehaha Yoga Studio & Body Repair Shiatsu and Massage Therapy

Near the corner of 42nd and Minnehaha Ave sit two studios that embody the movement toward healing and wellness in our society. Minnehaha Yoga Studio (414 Minnehaha Ave; 612-729-8387) is a boutique studio offering small classes and diverse styles of yoga, including Vinyasa, Ashtanga and Spa Yoga. Just next door is Body Repair Shiatsu & Massage Therapy (4147 Minnehaha Ave; 612-722-51820) where you can have a certified massage therapist do some "body repair", including Shiatsu and various kinds of therapeutic massage.

Sosa Puerto Rican Deli

Tucked inside the Sosa Foods convenience store at 39th & Minnehaha is Sosa Puerto Rican Deli. With seating limited to a counter and several tables, you might want to order carry out, but by many accounts this deli has some of the most authentic Puerto Rican food in Minneapolis. Especially recommended is a dish called mofongo, made from mashed plantains and combined with seafood, meat or vegetables. They are open Mon-Thur 10am-7 pm and Fri-Sun 10am-8:30pm. (612)728-9662.