Restaurants in Saint Paul
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Best Restaurants
“We were here for dinner over the weekend and everything about this place was phenomenal we tried multiple things off of the to share or not portion of the menu and loved every bit of it. The whole grilled fish our waitress mentioned rotates depending on what is available fresh and it was cooked to Perfection and probably our favorite thing all weekend. The cocktail menu is unique and everything that we had the opportunity to try was delicious I highly recommend doing the cocktail flight to anybody who doesn't have a favorite spirit. Staff was incredibly friendly and knew what they were talking about if you had questions. To those looking at going here reservations are a must!!!! Great atmosphere as well”
“We had a fantastic date night at Joan’s! Highly recommend! The food was incredible. Perfect pacing, portions, wine pairings, and the flavors have you closing your eyes to experience each bite. One of the best meals we have ever had. Our server was thoughtful and friendly. Great dining atmosphere. We will be back!”
“I truly can’t name a better restaurant in the twin cities. The food is amazing of course but the customer service knocks it out of the park for me every time. Thank you thank you thank you”
“I will recommend king Cajun to the people in Saint Paul I tried it and it is perfect”
“If you need your party catered, this is the place to go. Staff: Easy to work with, on time, good prices, friendly and very accommodating. Food: Gorgeous/amazing presentation , fresh, hot, professionally packed. I ordered from Red Rabbit in Saint Paul for my work holiday party. Everyone LOVED the food and the portions are generous. I was able to easily and beautifully display it. The timing was perfect and everything went smoother than I had hoped. This is your one stop shop for all of your party food needs. Hats off to the chefs and management for making our party wonderful.”
Restaurants by Cuisine
“Always one of my faves. Service is always good. Great wine list and love to order multiple small dishes for sharing. Personal favorites are the gem salad, tuna, and shishito peppers. My husband loves the cheeseburger and says it’s in the top five burgers in the twin cities. Go you will have zero regrets.”
“We stopped for brunch. It was amazing. We told Mike the owner we were in a rush. He was amazing. Food also was delicious. Staff told me later, they all agree he’s the best boss anyone has ever had. Thanks, Mike. It was a pleasure to dine with you. We stopped by later and they had just closed at 2 PM. But they even offered us coffee to go. We’ll be back. Great restaurant, great people!”
Recommended Restaurants
“I just love what they've done to the place !! Best service ever .always a good time !!!”
“Fun family friendly restaurant. Been coming here for years and never had a bad meal. If you’re in Saint Paul, don’t hesitate to stop in!”
“Accidentally arrived at Brunson's for lunch because the place down the road where we were supposed to go was closed. Best service I've had anywhere in America since before covid. Food was excellent, made from scratch, and doubt anyone could go wrong on the menu. Highly recommend.”
“We celebrated with dinner at the Lexington and it was a perfect spot to try! Our waitress, Grace, was phenomenal and so attentive to us. She helped us celebrate with a surprise photo and ice cream sweet:) She went above to help our experience be wonderful! We loved the valet option and enjoyed our first time at the Lexington! 🥰”
Restaurants with Delivery
“We were here for dinner over the weekend and everything about this place was phenomenal we tried multiple things off of the to share or not portion of the menu and loved every bit of it. The whole grilled fish our waitress mentioned rotates depending on what is available fresh and it was cooked to Perfection and probably our favorite thing all weekend. The cocktail menu is unique and everything that we had the opportunity to try was delicious I highly recommend doing the cocktail flight to anybody who doesn't have a favorite spirit. Staff was incredibly friendly and knew what they were talking about if you had questions. To those looking at going here reservations are a must!!!! Great atmosphere as well”
“We had a fantastic date night at Joan’s! Highly recommend! The food was incredible. Perfect pacing, portions, wine pairings, and the flavors have you closing your eyes to experience each bite. One of the best meals we have ever had. Our server was thoughtful and friendly. Great dining atmosphere. We will be back!”
“Always one of my faves. Service is always good. Great wine list and love to order multiple small dishes for sharing. Personal favorites are the gem salad, tuna, and shishito peppers. My husband loves the cheeseburger and says it’s in the top five burgers in the twin cities. Go you will have zero regrets.”
“If you need your party catered, this is the place to go. Staff: Easy to work with, on time, good prices, friendly and very accommodating. Food: Gorgeous/amazing presentation , fresh, hot, professionally packed. I ordered from Red Rabbit in Saint Paul for my work holiday party. Everyone LOVED the food and the portions are generous. I was able to easily and beautifully display it. The timing was perfect and everything went smoother than I had hoped. This is your one stop shop for all of your party food needs. Hats off to the chefs and management for making our party wonderful.”
“Hyacinth is a keeper. Creative food, well prepared, small but extremely well chosen wines. Portions were large, a bit too large in my view. Hyacinth is one of the few restaurants in the post Covid dining world that is daring to show us how innovative dining can be done.”
“Truly amazing wood-fired hand crafted pizza!! Thoughtful & unique side sauces to complement their HANDMADE works of art. We enjoyed two dine in pies that included complementary dipping sauces! Our family favorite was the honey ranch and the hot honey that complemented their Hawaiian style Za perfectly. Let’s not forget the house made garlic aioli sauce *chefs kiss* We cannot wait to try their cheesesteak options when we return in a few weeks! Our family was visiting from Duluth, Mn and would be honored to have them in our city someday! Job well done! Thank you for having us!!”
“Accidentally arrived at Brunson's for lunch because the place down the road where we were supposed to go was closed. Best service I've had anywhere in America since before covid. Food was excellent, made from scratch, and doubt anyone could go wrong on the menu. Highly recommend.”
“Love this place. A true East Side gem. We have tried the Burgers, Shawarma wrap and bowls totally addicting. Chicken tenders are a hit and don't forget the Gyros they are awesome. Ice cream better than the DQ. Try to visit there one a week. The owners are lovely, very friendly.”
“We got a burger and a chicken sandwich; both were delicious and seasoned well. That garlic sauce for the fries was fantastic. Not too busy, probably because of the construction, but there was a consistent flow. I've got to go back to try other menu items because the little we did have let's me know they're cranking out some good stuff. I believe I saw some brew on tap.”
“Everytime We come to bole, the service is always excellent and the food is delicious.”
“Excellent food and service, but they rush your dining enjoyment, pushing your main meal while still enjoying appetizers, suggesting they want higher table turnover over customer satisfaction. We felt rushed, likely won't return.”
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“We celebrated with dinner at the Lexington and it was a perfect spot to try! Our waitress, Grace, was phenomenal and so attentive to us. She helped us celebrate with a surprise photo and ice cream sweet:) She went above to help our experience be wonderful! We loved the valet option and enjoyed our first time at the Lexington! 🥰”
“We visited Herbst for our wedding anniversary date this year and had a great experience! We got a complimentary prosecco toast to kick things off. I got a signature cocktail that was gin based and had great flavor! Green beans (8/10), Arrabiata pasta (9/10), bread w bone marrow marmalade (7/10 - we would’ve skipped the marmalade), pork chop (8/10), mushroom chicken (10/10). We enjoyed the fresh ingredients in everything! We’d likely come back here again, as the menu rotates often.”
“I cannot speak on the food but I can speak on the people who work for the company and own the business. They are amazing, I saw them on Joshlilj’s Facebook page and they gave him 20 elotes for free to hand out to the homeless and that right there tells me their business deserves a 5 star rating.”
“My sister and I had lunch. We had the greatest waiter. Jordan. He was fun, attentive and had great drink and food suggestions. Even though he was by himself and ended up getting super busy, his warm personality still shined through. Great variety of foods on the menu”
“Our server was phenomenal! When asked for recommendations on dishes, she was honest and provided great detail on how dishes are prepared. We had an issue with the credit card surcharge of 4% . She listened attentively and was very professional in explaining the process and reasoning . She actually wanted to help and do something about it . Although not her issue, she treated it as if it was . A surcharge is ridiculous. She was absolutely incredible and made our dinner very special.”
“Highly recommend! Excellent. The restaurant is cozy and tropical and you feel like you’re on vacation. But the showstopper is the food. Pricey but worth every penny! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️”
24 Hour Restaurants
“well the food was good and I is the waitress was friendly the crook was not I am a diabetic who needs to service animals I tried to explain to them that he was a must here for everybody and have dollars credential however they wouldn't even take the time to look at them the cook rolled his eyes and kind of walked away from me when he gave me my food and no one stop to ask me how my food was nothing made me feel not very welcoming so I don't know how I feel about going to eat there again”
“White Castle is the pinnacle of fast food achievement. Recently remodeled, very clean, and a great staff. I love my White Castle. Twice this week, and only Wednesday. Had a little trouble with the app, the wonderful person at the counter fixed it up like magic. Again, love White Castle...”
“I actually ordered off Uber Eats and got the Cajun CHX Mac and cheese. The chicken was a little over cooked and heavily seasoned and the pasta was cooked to perfection and really tasted delicious. Honestly if the meat was diced and mixed in with the pasta this would have been an amazing dish, instead I was served a whole chicken breast with the macaroni. Not the worst thing in the world, the flavors were spot on and I think this place has been making better food than some of the reviews from 1-3 years ago suggest. If the chicken was cut up and mixed in this would be a five star review.”
“Made some modifications and that kind of seemed to throw off the people working. Charged for BBQ sauce I didn't get. Also, their new Rodeo Whopper was really good. I ordered the combo, but maybe I didn't order it correctly because it had 1 burger patty but the menu showed double. Not my favorite trip to BK, but it was fine enough, I suppose.”
“Keep in mind the inside of the store is not open 24 hours, just the drive-thru. I recommend dining inside if you can though, the staff are hard-working and helpful. The soda machine has lots of different options, you can get a pineapple sprite for instance. The clientele that frequent the establishment are interesting characters, it makes for good people watching with it's proximity to the light rail.”
“i ordered a 10 piece nuggets and a large iced caramel coffee. the order was ready fairly quickly and was pretty much exactly as i expected. the size of interior made it feel crowded, but it was a location that only served takeout so that's pretty much bound to happen. all-in-all a decent mcdonald's visit, no complaints.”
“Hyacinth is a keeper. Creative food, well prepared, small but extremely well chosen wines. Portions were large, a bit too large in my view. Hyacinth is one of the few restaurants in the post Covid dining world that is daring to show us how innovative dining can be done.”
“Friendly staff, fast service, clean atmosphere & there’s always good music being played. I am obsessed with the gai rolls! So delicious! If you haven’t had them please get them! I definitely recommend trying this place at least once, you’ll definitely be back though.”
Takeout Restaurants
“Freaking amazing classic hand scooped ice cream. Crazy flavors and highly recommend the "This $&@! Just Got Crazy"... yea, its that good.We also got to meet the owners too. This is truly the local small business experience you should be supporting. You just have to stop by and see for yourself.”
“Friendly staff, fast service, clean atmosphere & there’s always good music being played. I am obsessed with the gai rolls! So delicious! If you haven’t had them please get them! I definitely recommend trying this place at least once, you’ll definitely be back though.”
“We visited Herbst for our wedding anniversary date this year and had a great experience! We got a complimentary prosecco toast to kick things off. I got a signature cocktail that was gin based and had great flavor! Green beans (8/10), Arrabiata pasta (9/10), bread w bone marrow marmalade (7/10 - we would’ve skipped the marmalade), pork chop (8/10), mushroom chicken (10/10). We enjoyed the fresh ingredients in everything! We’d likely come back here again, as the menu rotates often.”
“My sister and I had lunch. We had the greatest waiter. Jordan. He was fun, attentive and had great drink and food suggestions. Even though he was by himself and ended up getting super busy, his warm personality still shined through. Great variety of foods on the menu”
Drive-Thru Restaurants
“We stopped for brunch. It was amazing. We told Mike the owner we were in a rush. He was amazing. Food also was delicious. Staff told me later, they all agree he’s the best boss anyone has ever had. Thanks, Mike. It was a pleasure to dine with you. We stopped by later and they had just closed at 2 PM. But they even offered us coffee to go. We’ll be back. Great restaurant, great people!”
“We went to Cossetta's in St. Paul, one of our favorites. You walk up to a good line and decide between fresh made salads, sandwiches or incredible Italian entrees and pizza slices. There is extra seating upstairs. Don't miss the dessert shop with delicious Gelato, cannolis, cookies and more. There is also a deli onsite.”
“This is the best Thai food around! I’ve never been disappointed in the food, and the service is always amazing. Super fast pick up times for take out, and a beautiful patio for summer. This is my ultimate favorite St. Paul restaurant. Don’t miss out on this gem. Menu highlights for me are Pad Krapao, Laab Isaan, curry fried rice and Pad Woon Sen! 😋”
“Awesome food was skeptic at first but it's really good I scored a groupon for this huge platter. Will come back for lunch soon!”
“Amazing staff - incredible service - delicious cocktails - excellent wine list - lovely ambience - delicious food”
“Mona does not disappoint and please take her recommendations on the Vanilla Blonde Ale, this woman is enjoying to watch and made my entire morning considering it started off with a canceled flight and a delayed flight after that, lol - if you’re having flight issues please schedule your drinking consultations with Mona; oh and the food is also exceptional as well!!! - ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️”
Cheap Eats
“Loved Hey Bear. They had a really great egg biscuit sandwhich. I'd usually get the chorizo breakfast burrito. It was all so well priced, filling, and tasted great.
They announced a temporary closure starting July 3rd while they reworked the menu and potentially renovated. But I stopped by just last week and the sign explaining the closure had been removed. The large sign and tarp covering the windows had also been removed. In its place was an open sign and a completely unrelated restraunt with no branding.
Hey Bear has been radio silent since they announced the closing and it seems like they are gone for good. Extremely unfortunate. The area really benefited from a good to-go breakfast spot. My commute to work is now lacking a good breakfast option. Very sad to see them go so silently. What seemed like a break turned into a sudden closure.”
“I tried Trieu Chau for the first time today I had the Bahn Mi. Absolutely fantastic the best bread ever and grilled pork!!! super fresh ingredients. I can’t wait to come back. I live about an hour and a half north of Duluth. If they brought this type of food up by us, they’d be a millionaire overnight nobody is making quality Vietnamese food.!!!!!!!!”
“I got the triple berry crepe with dark chocolate sauce and it was delish!! The star of the plate was the unassuming whipped cream. I’ve never had whipped cream like it before and it’s honestly the best I’ve ever tasted so don’t skimp on it. I also tried one of the croffels and was blown away by the many layers familiar to croissants made crispy by being cooked in a waffle iron. I can’t say enough about the flavors and textures experienced at Paris Crepes & Boba Tea. The cherry on the top is the speedy and friendly service. This place is a must try if you enjoy crepes and croissants. 👍🏼👍🏼”
“This is the best Thai food around! I’ve never been disappointed in the food, and the service is always amazing. Super fast pick up times for take out, and a beautiful patio for summer. This is my ultimate favorite St. Paul restaurant. Don’t miss out on this gem. Menu highlights for me are Pad Krapao, Laab Isaan, curry fried rice and Pad Woon Sen! 😋”
“What a great setting for the first meeting of our food review group. Attentive service, great cocktails, and decent food, all in a beautiful lounge-y intimate setting. Staff could not be more perfect.”
“Great dining experience with very friendly staff. We liked everything we tried.”
“Had it delivered and everything was so good. I was ordering for the potstickers but the Orange Chicken was the best we've ever had. Would go back just for the Crispy Korean Chicken wings. Every one of the dipping sauces were great too.”
“This is as close to it gets for being in Jamaica. Outstanding authentic food!”
“Ate here with my two young adult sons. The atmosphere, vibe, seating, music, service and food were all top notch. Very chill, great food and drinks. Saw at least 4 couples on dates, a small group of friends, and a few small families all enjoying themselves. Will definitely go back when in town again!”
“The staff was very attentive and informative.
The shrimp pasta was out of this world!
The pizza special was just okay. Cannot wait to try one of their other ones!”
“Our server was phenomenal! When asked for recommendations on dishes, she was honest and provided great detail on how dishes are prepared. We had an issue with the credit card surcharge of 4% . She listened attentively and was very professional in explaining the process and reasoning . She actually wanted to help and do something about it . Although not her issue, she treated it as if it was . A surcharge is ridiculous. She was absolutely incredible and made our dinner very special.”
“Calamari rings are tender and large! Squash red curry (medium spice) was just the right kick. Super tasty! Very clean restaurant and service was friendly.”
“Incredible food & drinks, incredible service! I wish I lived closer because I'd eat here every week!”
“Super karaoke night with lots of fun! Great atmosphere, friendly staff, and a fantastic selection of songs. We had a wonderful time and would definitely come back!”
“I just love what they've done to the place !! Best service ever .always a good time !!!”
“good food. good prices. happy Turkey day. by the way, when are you bringing the ribs back?”
“What a wonderful place. My boys took me here for dinner last night and it was fantastic. Great atmosphere, friendly staff and the food was incredible. I will be back again and again. Thank you!”
“We went back to Red Cow as it's one of our favorite venues and we weren't disappointed. My wife had the turkey burger with sweet potato fries and I had the Tuna Poke bowl. Both were great.”
“Myself and my fiancé are from Northern Minnesota and were there in July of last year. There were a couple of minor issues with our visit that day, but the food was delightful. Our server suggested that the manager may want to speak with me in regard to our experience, given the nature of the issues that occurred, so I left my business card and honestly forgot about it, as it wasn't that big of a deal to me. Some time later I received a letter at my office from the manager (I found out later that she's actually the owner.) She sent me a check to refund the cost of our meal, along with a very nice note of explanation and apology. The refund was way above and beyond what was necessary or expected. She took full responsibility for the issues that we had experienced at her establishment that day in July. She also asked for another opportunity to serve us the next time that we were in the area. This was a very classy (but unexpected) response to what I would consider to be something that wasn't that big of a deal to me, but it clearly was to her. Given the high standards that she clearly demonstrated for her establishment, there was no doubt that I would honor her request for a second opportunity. This last Saturday we were finally in town again and were able to visit the Basil Café for a second time. We had an absolutely delightful experience in every regard! After our meal, I asked the pleasant young lady that was checking on us if the manager happened to be in on a Saturday. Well, that turned out to be her! Her name is Tiffany, and she is the owner of the Basil Café. I introduced myself to her and she not only remembered the letter that she had sent and the small issues that occurred on our previous visit, but she also remembered my full name from memory!!! We had a very nice conversation and she sent us home with some extra spring rolls that we enjoyed at home later that evening. Tiffany, I also run a business, and the way that you treated us and handled that situation is an impressive lesson in customer service and leadership. You didn't just recover us as customers, you created 2 raving fans of your business through your actions and demeanor along with your wonderful cuisine. You easily could have brushed off the initial experience that we had last year. And, while we weren't upset about it, we likely wouldn't have thought to ever return to your establishment if you had. Instead, you held yourself and your wonderful restaurant to a higher standard, and you made 2 raving fans that will return again and again and will recommend your establishment at every opportunity. Tiffany, thank you for a wonderful dining experience and thank you for a refreshing attitude and demonstration of personal responsibility that you so impressively gave. That level of service and attention to detail is rare in our world today. BTW, the Drunken Noodles are delicious and so are the Spring rolls. We will see you again soon. - Jake & E.”
“Thank you for keeping the North Star Law Group crew fed! We always have such a great time at Gabe's! 💫”
“today was my first day visiting this location and it will not be my last. The food was spectacular and the service was outstanding. The atmosphere was very welcoming. I can’t believe it took me so long to find this beautiful gem. I will definitely be returning soon.”
“Outstanding beers in a great atmosphere. Kid-friendly with plenty of games, pinball, and merch. One of our favorite stops when in the area. Loved the De-Paled Ale on our last visit.”
“Food was amazing servers was great and management was very friendly! Will definitely be back”
“Great selection and great beer garden. Loved my beer! High quality. Food available.”
“I’ve been going to this restaurant for 35 years. I moved away but I always have to make a stop and eat. This food hands down is consistently good and never been disappointed.”
“Date night. Food was good. Wine was good. The waiter could be more attentive. He did not even ask us once how the food was and if we needed anything. Had to get extra sauce from the girl who brought out our food.”
“This was the best experience ever I came down here for a concert and the service was amazing Jess and Steph were on it!! They were busy but never failed to check in on us and had drinks for us before ours even ran out. Amazing service and amazing food definitely recommend!!”
“First time here and what a fantastic experience. I came with my daughter and we both loved everything about it—the atmosphere was warm and inviting, the meals were absolutely fantastic, and the wine menu was excellent. I can’t remember our server’s name, but she’s been serving for 40 years and it showed in the best way possible—professional, friendly, attentive, and made us feel genuinely welcome. This was one of those meals where nothing felt rushed and everything just worked. We’ll definitely be back. Highly recommend.”
“Amazing atmosphere, great food and reasonably priced. The live music is a plus!!!”
“Best brisket and beans money or random kindness can get you 🔥♥️ We loved it and will be back next week”
“Food portion was mediocre for the price but the taste was def there which makes up for it. Beware of spice level. I got level 2 which is 1 teaspoon = moderately spicy. Self serve: water, utensils and condiments station. Order and pay before you eat. Atmosphere was fresh and chillaxing. Service was great!
Cons: no sirraccha”
“King Boreas (aka: Peter Kenefick) and his staff know how to run a Friendly/Welcoming Restaurant - great food, drinks, service, and atmosphere - ALWAYS!”
“Great place. Great tap beer selection and the food is outstanding!”
“They don't want you to go unless you agree with them politically. 😒 #PoliticalStandards #NoGoing”
“The Bulldog has the best food and drinks, and Melissa is the best server in town.”
“What a night - somehow even after the wild loss this Sunday our group had a blast! Food was great - service was impeccable and the view was extremely enjoyable. After all of that I would have been a repeat customer but it gets even better …. I was in a hurry to beat traffic and I left my vest Sunday evening. They are closed on Monday …. I reached out via Facebook and they returned my vest with my truck keys - which is already a huge win - but they showed up during closed hours for me on Monday to make it happen- next level stuff I’m still blown away that they went this far above and beyond … can’t wait for my next trip to the cities for zambonis !! Thanks again to your team for the service and just kindness you don’t get everywhere anymore. Go wild !”
“Had a very special celebrations here recently and it was amazing. Staff was awesome, food was delicious and ambiance was top notch. Every person in our party commented on what a great find this place was and how they couldn’t wait to come back. Thank you to the Luci Ancora team for making our celebration so wonderful.”
“This is a return trip to The St Paul Grill for us after moving out of state....well you know why. The St Paul Grill is one of the city's treasures. Food Drink Service remains outstanding! If I venture back this way The St Paul Grill will be a return trip to continue making memories. The St Paul Grill does not offer a disabled veteran or veterans discount.”
“This has become a staple of going out for me. I have tried most the menu and have yet to find a disappointing dish. Bring my out of town friends here to enjoy a good meal”
“I went for my very first time 3/18/26. I ordered two rib dinners and a chicken wing dinner. Everything was amazing. The ribs were juicy and falling off the bone. The ribs sunk through my teeth like butter. The flavor was awesome. The best barbecue ribs I have ever had. The chicken was good. It wasn’t on my favorite list. But the ribs will for now on be on the favorites list. The fries were very tasty. The toast was made to profection nice and crunchy. I absolutely loved the fact that all the food was separated by foil. I don’t like my food to touch. Yes I am “one of those” who doesn’t eat things that mix or touch. I would definitely suggest the ribs with fries. Please try it for yourself. Thank me later”
“Ended up in here two nights in a row bartenders were very friendly and fantastic at making whatever cocktail you fancy. The food was excellent if you’re in the area make sure you stop in”
“No problem finding a table at 9:00 a.m. Waitress was prompt bringing us good and taking our orders. Bacon was particularly delicious. I would recommend if you looking for a new breakfast location.”
“Our go to bar downtown stp. their fries🔥burgers 🔥 smoking patio 💨 🔥 happy hour 🍻🔥 and as a venue it is great too been to countless shows here. 10/10 would recommend any day for anyone.”
“Stepped out on a Monday just to be outside for a little bit on a late night. Hey, don't have cognac, but josh.The server was extremely nice.
And put out some good vibes. I didn't try any food maybe next time but they do have a pool table in the dark board pool tabs. So maybe next time on that too”
“Best Dive Bar Around and Best Bartenders Ever!!! Definitely a place to check out when you’re in the St Paul area.”
“I haven't had much time to frequent this place much lately, but every time I do I have the time of my life. The staff is amazing, the food is incredible and the community is tight knit and welcoming. I couldn't have picked a better city to live in than St. Paul, and Pillbox is a major reason for it.”
“I had to come through and check Big L's out while I I'm in town from Detroit.It was well worth it.Catfish dinner and wings and fries were on point!I'll be back.💯💯”
“Texas Burger was really good! Onion rings on it were done perfectly, bbq was good. Burger was almost too big to bite. Fries were hot n fresh and very good too. Missed the big guy at the door.”
“Everest on Grand will always have a special place in my heart. 16 years ago, when I was in mild labor with our oldest son, my husband and I ordered food from this restaurant. Tomorrow Leo turns 16 years old. So on the eve of his birthday, out of nostalgia, we ordered the exact same dishes we ate before he was born. Chicken Curry (Kukhura-ko Maasu), Goat Curry (Khasiko Maasu), Tomato Achaar and Potato Achaar. It’s so lovely that this wonderful family-owned restaurant still exists, and we can share the exact same delicious dishes with Leo and his two other siblings.”
“This was a cozy little restaurant with good service and great food. I got the spicy tofu seafood soup. It was so hearty and savory. The soup, banchan, and tip altogether was just $20. That is super affordable these days. The banchan was just OK, but for the restaurant’s price point I won’t complain!”
“Dining at 1881 has been a delightful experience, with every meal – breakfast, lunch, and dinner – showcasing delicious flavors and exceptional service. If you find yourself in downtown Saint Paul, definitely take the time to experience it for yourself.”
“The Best Spicy Red salsa Green Salsa and Guacamole. I mixed them together! All the food is amazing!”
“It was amazing! Our sushi chef was Malachi and he was outstanding! Very friendly, great suggestions and the best sushi I have had in a long time!!”
Latest Reviews
“Absolutely the worst service. This is affiliated with University Club of Saint Paul notoriously known for terrible service. No attention to detail. We were served the wrong food. The service was significantly delayed and the food was mediocre at best. Don’t spend your money here until they fix this problem.”
“Best pupusas I have had! So GOOD! The wait staff is friendly , the food is hot and delicious. The ( I don’t know what it is called- but it’s cabbage with jalapeños and some sort of yummy sauce. Is delicious! It makes the pupusas even better! The cheese is as melted perfectly- mmmm so good! Check them out!”
“Myself and my fiancé are from Northern Minnesota and were there in July of last year. There were a couple of minor issues with our visit that day, but the food was delightful. Our server suggested that the manager may want to speak with me in regard to our experience, given the nature of the issues that occurred, so I left my business card and honestly forgot about it, as it wasn't that big of a deal to me. Some time later I received a letter at my office from the manager (I found out later that she's actually the owner.) She sent me a check to refund the cost of our meal, along with a very nice note of explanation and apology. The refund was way above and beyond what was necessary or expected. She took full responsibility for the issues that we had experienced at her establishment that day in July. She also asked for another opportunity to serve us the next time that we were in the area. This was a very classy (but unexpected) response to what I would consider to be something that wasn't that big of a deal to me, but it clearly was to her. Given the high standards that she clearly demonstrated for her establishment, there was no doubt that I would honor her request for a second opportunity. This last Saturday we were finally in town again and were able to visit the Basil Café for a second time. We had an absolutely delightful experience in every regard! After our meal, I asked the pleasant young lady that was checking on us if the manager happened to be in on a Saturday. Well, that turned out to be her! Her name is Tiffany, and she is the owner of the Basil Café. I introduced myself to her and she not only remembered the letter that she had sent and the small issues that occurred on our previous visit, but she also remembered my full name from memory!!! We had a very nice conversation and she sent us home with some extra spring rolls that we enjoyed at home later that evening. Tiffany, I also run a business, and the way that you treated us and handled that situation is an impressive lesson in customer service and leadership. You didn't just recover us as customers, you created 2 raving fans of your business through your actions and demeanor along with your wonderful cuisine. You easily could have brushed off the initial experience that we had last year. And, while we weren't upset about it, we likely wouldn't have thought to ever return to your establishment if you had. Instead, you held yourself and your wonderful restaurant to a higher standard, and you made 2 raving fans that will return again and again and will recommend your establishment at every opportunity. Tiffany, thank you for a wonderful dining experience and thank you for a refreshing attitude and demonstration of personal responsibility that you so impressively gave. That level of service and attention to detail is rare in our world today. BTW, the Drunken Noodles are delicious and so are the Spring rolls. We will see you again soon. - Jake & E.”
“We stopped for brunch. It was amazing. We told Mike the owner we were in a rush. He was amazing. Food also was delicious. Staff told me later, they all agree he’s the best boss anyone has ever had. Thanks, Mike. It was a pleasure to dine with you. We stopped by later and they had just closed at 2 PM. But they even offered us coffee to go. We’ll be back. Great restaurant, great people!”
“Love this place. A true East Side gem. We have tried the Burgers, Shawarma wrap and bowls totally addicting. Chicken tenders are a hit and don't forget the Gyros they are awesome. Ice cream better than the DQ. Try to visit there one a week. The owners are lovely, very friendly.”
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“We went to Cossetta's in St. Paul, one of our favorites. You walk up to a good line and decide between fresh made salads, sandwiches or incredible Italian entrees and pizza slices. There is extra seating upstairs. Don't miss the dessert shop with delicious Gelato, cannolis, cookies and more. There is also a deli onsite.”
“First timers and we were blown out of the water! Staff was so attentive and knowledgeable! Food was fresh, cooked perfectly and savory! The LOBSTER MAC WAS 🔥🔥🔥🔥. Can’t wait to come back! Will made amazing bourbon recommendations in the bar and surpassed every expectation we had for our first visit. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!”
“We felt very welcomed and want to thank Tirahs who works in the lounge for her hospitality and the way she treated us. She is a very kind and great employee and we appreciate everything she has done. She helped us every chance she could and helped get comfortable for the stay. Thank you 😊”
“The food was amazing! It was our first time and we loved it. The service needs a lot of work. There was a line but it moved fast and we were quick to place our order. It took 40 minutes to receive the food after ordering. Everyone else was receiving their food after a reasonable wait time except me and the couple that ordered right after us. I had to ask at the 30 min mark and then finally received it at 40 min. We ordered to eat in but received it all in a take out bag. We ordered a #1 (received a #1 but charged a #2 on the receipt) a #3 ( but only received 1 slider, tender was missing) and a #4 (but received and extra slider). We made it work since we got the total # of chickens that we asked for and could not wait any longer for them to correct it. The dining room is a mess! We were there for well over an hour and not once did anyone come out to wipe down tables as diners were leaving. Everyone that came in had to sit at a dirty table if they wanted to dine in. An employee, in uniform, was eating at the far back right corner table during dinner rush ( Friday night 5:30). When the employee finished they also did not wipe down the table and left it dirty for the next diner. The overall service is unimpressive for a location that just recently opened (Cicero, NY). We will go back because the food was fabulous but we will not be dining in and will definitely check our order before leaving.”
“Truly amazing wood-fired hand crafted pizza!! Thoughtful & unique side sauces to complement their HANDMADE works of art. We enjoyed two dine in pies that included complementary dipping sauces! Our family favorite was the honey ranch and the hot honey that complemented their Hawaiian style Za perfectly. Let’s not forget the house made garlic aioli sauce *chefs kiss* We cannot wait to try their cheesesteak options when we return in a few weeks! Our family was visiting from Duluth, Mn and would be honored to have them in our city someday! Job well done! Thank you for having us!!”
“Very good pizza, 4 stars due to the prices. I'm not afraid to pay for higher quality, but Luce is a few bucks more than it's worth. My wife loves their pizza, so we get it semi-regularly. I usually go pep/sausage/green olive. This time I tried the Elote. Pretty solid but I'll go back to my usual next time. My wife raves about the Athena.”
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“Ok, I stopped to get some donuts to handout to my community members (WI) and the staff was so KIND!!! The owner overheard me apparently and sent me with a BOX full of delish goods. I of course had to sample these. You guys….. (sigh) the.most. Moist. Cake donut I’ve EVER had. Idk what flavor I had but it was a gentle spice and amazing, with a homemade chocolate frosting…. So so yummy!!! I’m certain all those that received this goodness, Enjoyed! Can’t wait to come back…. (And I won’t forget the sourdough! 😘) thanks you guys!!!! You’re the sweetest!!!”
“Super cozy atmosphere and love the tasty Kava drinks ! Kava is a great way to relax with your friends and they have games and other themed nights I’ve noticed which keeps evenings interesting. Definitely love this trend and hope they open another closer to the cities.”
“We went to the cities to see Evanescence on the 20th of September and had layover time for the concert to start so my husband and I walked from the venue to Little Brazil. Unfortunately, we got absolutely drenched walking back to the show. Not only that, but we forgot our precious signed posters from the band at our table . The staff saved our posters and kept them safe until we made it back to get them the next day which we truly appreciated. They would have been destroyed by the weather otherwise. We were SO enamored with this gem of a place, it was WORTH the soaked clothes, chattering teeth and watching the rest of the concert soaked through! There is definitely something for everyone whether it be coffee, dessert, sandwiches. They also have a market of imported goods to try like chocolate, candies, snacks etc. Now whenever we are near the cities, it's going to be a must stop! 💖”
“We love going there on winter and rainy days. Great place for getting out of the house and meeting other kids. Snacks are reasonably priced. The only thing I would change is they offer peanut butter sandwiches. As a mom of a kid with a nut allergy, I always feel kind of on edge about if a child has eaten the peanut butter sandwich and then not washed their hands and then it’s gotten on a toy that my kid will play with and then my kiddo will have a reaction. Or I’m constantly looking around at what kids are eating and if I have to ask my kid to watch out or the other kid if they can wash their hands. Now I totally get that the world does not revolve around my kiddos (and others) allergies, but at the same time there are a lot of kiddos with nut allergies (and most of them are anaphylactic) that it would be nice to have a sunflower butter or an almond butter instead of peanut butter. Both of these can be true at the same time. Anyway, great place to go, good prices on snack, but wished they didn’t have pb&j sandwiches”
“Just a few doors down from the Turf Club sits a genuine hole- in- the- wall gem. A unique dining experience of food with flavors to expand your pallet. We had the yebeg tibs and veggie sambusa and a just in case order of chicken strips and french fries, which, while delicious, remained largely untouched as the yebeg lamb tibs and veggies entree was the star of the table. A No Forks Allowed shared entree with flavors that dance in your mouth, the bread (is that what it's called?) comes rolled up and the protein sits on top like a carpet. You grab a little piece of bread and scoop it up and make a mess and laugh and eat and EAT. The sauce was a savory, smoky collection of herbs and with a Minnesota Nice kick of spice, if my 70 yo mom could handle it, you can handle it. The umami was out of this world (and helps me to finally be able to define the taste, actually) The veggie sambusa was a perfectly fried pillow of yummy veggies with a salsa for dipping and the chicken strips were fried to perfection with fluffy french fries. The server was fast, friendly, and offered suggestions and answered questions we had about the menu. This restaurant is an invitation to a cultural exhibition of flavor and best of all, our 2 entrees — both large enough to share with at least 3 people) 2 drinks, and 1 app were reasonably priced at under $50.00. If you're going to a show at the Turf Club, come early for parking and dinner at Dilla, you won't be disappointed. It is an excellent addition to University Ave, I am glad they found a home on our little stretch of road and we should welcome them with open arms and empty bellies.”
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“Great service and food!!!!”