Silhouette Bakery is only a few months old, but the spot on University and Western avenues is feeling right at home in the Little Mekong District in St. Paul. It was just what the neighborhood needed: a contemporary, stylish spot that speaks to the next generation.

It’s a place to get a decent cup of java that uses Peace Coffee beans. And food from around the world, including Asian-style pastries such as Japanese pork buns, Mexican flan and French macarons, star on the menu as well.

Food here is casual. The Vietnamese eggrolls ($5.75 for 2) are not to be missed. The pork filling with cellophane noodles and mushrooms are tasty and fried to a nice golden crisp, making it one of our favorites along the avenue. We also liked the tacos, with concoctions worth relishing such as a Korean beef and kimchi ($7.95) served on a semi-crisp corn tortilla that held the dish together well.

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Rice bowls ($7.50-$8.95) with topping choices such as Chinese barbecue pork and lemongrass chicken were OK, but we wanted stronger seasonings or other punches of flavor.

No matter what the order, it’s safe to say Silhouette is fast becoming a place where regulars can come to grab a cup of joe, pastries and quick bite to eat — all while doing it in a fun and hip setting.

Details: 383 W. University Ave., St. Paul; 651-348-7661; silhouettebakery.com