"On March 14 a new bar is opening in the former Louie’s Bar at 883 Payne Avenue. NorthStar Bar will have Mik German slinging the good bar snacks. He’s the same chef that created the plan-your-evening-around-them burgers and munchies at Alary’s in downtown St. Paul. Louie’s had a pretty rough reputation, and the new spot has gotten a good scrub down and makeover to bring back some of the historic glory." - Joy Summers