50 Best American Restaurants in Saint Paul

“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!“

“We went here 6 years ago and enjoyed the food. Came back in February 2025, right before it was scheduled to close, and the food was pretty bad. Not sure if the quality digressed or our personal standards increased. Either way, sad it’s gone but the food wasn’t anything that will be missed.“

“The best breakfast and coffee in town..“

“Place has potential. Food is definitely solid. Not going to blow you away but it’s good. Smash burger could use more seasoning but loved the onions and meat skirt. Dry rub wings were lacking in flavor, needed a lot more seasoning. My friend got the Buffalo wings and loved the sauce on those. No home made ranch which is disappointing. Cheese curds are a small portion and are just frozen not hand breaded. Drinks are pretty spendy if you are not there for happy hour. Great spot before a wild game or other Xcel events but parking isn’t ideal and food isn’t good enough to seek out any other night. Place was dead on a Friday night.“

“The best breakfast and coffee in town..“

“Skinner's did an amazing job catering our U of M Employee Appreciation event...EVERYONE was Happy. Thank you!“

“Great service, really good food, and the drinks were my favorite part!“

“If you’re searching for a place that turns dinner into a full-blown experience, Forepaugh’s in Saint Paul is it. We recently indulged in their curated Date Night menu, and from the first bite to the last spoonful of dessert, every dish exceeded our expectations. We started with the Fried Calamari, perfectly crisped and golden, served with a fennel saffron aioli that added just the right touch of brightness and complexity. It was a strong opening — light, flavorful, and gone far too quickly. Next came the Orecchiette, a pasta dish that somehow managed to be both comforting and elevated. The duck sausage was rich and deeply savory, while the broccoli rabe and Calabrian chile added balance with just enough bitterness and heat to keep the bite interesting. For mains, we shared the Petite Filet Surf & Turf and the Roasted Sea Bass — and honestly, I couldn’t tell you which one was better. The filet was melt-in-your-mouth tender, paired with a buttery lobster reduction that made each bite luxurious. Meanwhile, the sea bass was delicate and beautifully cooked, served over a creamy taro risotto that was both inventive and satisfying. The flowering cauliflower added a perfect seasonal, earthy crunch. And then came the showstopper — Baked Alaska. This dessert was nothing short of theatrical in flavor and presentation. The strawberry semifreddo layered with vanilla meringue and olive oil cake was both light and indulgent, ending our night on the sweetest high note imaginable. The ambiance was warm and romantic, the service was polished yet friendly, and the pace of the meal allowed us to savor each course without feeling rushed. At $150 per couple, this Date Night experience felt like a steal for the level of quality, creativity, and care that went into every plate. Forepaugh’s isn’t just a place to eat — it’s where memories are made. Five stars, hands down. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐“

“If you love old world supper clubs. The "Lex" is for you. Sadly I can not give it 4 stars until they up their game and get an espresso machine. Imagine a beautiful brass Espresso machine sitting behind the bar! Anyone who remembers the old Williams Cafe in Uptown knows what I am talking about. I can't think of another restaurant in their price range that does NOT offer Espresso in the Mpls-St. Paul area.“

“Wow! Like stepping into an elegant dream. I don't normally like lobster, but I could down those lobster deviled eggs all day! Be sure to order a Fitzgerald and plan on spending some time here just taking it all in.“

“Friendly staff. Fast service. Food was very good. I recently moved to Saint Paul and will definitely return to this establishment. 😁“

“We got 2 french dip sandwiches with fries and they were great. Fries were fresh and crispy and horseradish and au jus was great as well. Pricey but to be expected for the airport. The restaurant is up a level so you get a great view of everything below. Alison, our server, was super lovely as well.“

“Simple diner at the end of Terminal F. Everything was good. Lots of room to sit if you walk all the way around the corner to the left. Gabby, a nice happy waitress from Russia, takes your order. Chocolate milkshake with whip cream? Pretty darn good! The Dmsdh burger was good too.“

“Cheerful and professional service from Sydney. Great artichoke dip and nice smooth lattes. The hibiscus orange tart has great flavor, but a little odd in texture for me. A wonderful option within walking distance of the XCel and Science Museum.“

“We ended up having 3+ extra hours to kill when we had to change our connecting flight due to mechanical issues on the plane. Stopped in here and was AMAZED to see they offer 34+ beers and a menu with a large variety of dishes. (( The walleye sandwich and wild rice soup were 10/10 👌🏻)). Mara is THE BEST WAITRESS in the Twin Cities and makes for such a great time. Can’t wait to come back to MNPLS again and make this a staple.“

“the blackened fish tacos and broccoli was superb, delicious and absolutely to come eat more!! the raspberry chocolate bar dessert make you wanna shout !!!“

“Everything is always awesome here! Highly recommend!“

“Food was amazing servers was great and management was very friendly! Will definitely be back“

“So many fresh-baked delicious treats! Local ice cream! Comfortable spot, and chess boards! My new local!“

“Wow! We just had breakfast at the Uptowner; this place is our new favorite for many reasons! Everything we ordered: pancakes, omelets, eggs benne and hash browns were some of the best we’ve ever had served to us. Our server was also so genuinely kind and attentive! We hope to make it back soon… I have my eye on that Ruben.“

“A cozy, wood and window bar and grill that is so welcoming, I am charging my power wheel chair in here welcomed to do it by a beautiful and happy waitress. Not a drinker, but bet I get food here in the near future! On corner across from Mears Park who failed my electric access w pad locks! lol. Life is an adventure and its businesses like this that make a crisis, not one. Makes it a warm visit instead. Home town Saint Paul is represented here. Thank you Bulldog!“

“Highly recommend Holman's Table for events - it's a perfect gem of a space, great for corporate events, special dinners & happy hours, intimate weddings and more. Great service and food was delish.“

“A fun place for food and beer on the river and bike trail. Extremely casual.“

“This place is great! I had the 3 piece chicken and it was delicious! The chicken breading wasn't over cooked and had a perfect crunch and seasoning to it. The staff is very friendly as well. There are plenty of tables for seating and they place nice calm music. I will definitely be back soon .“

“Went at 9pm for date night.
This place restores the soul. Beauty abounds. Crisp Nightcap rocks.
Thoughtful NA options.

3 deviled eggs, not 4? Boohoo. Burger is worth at most, $15, not $21.
Bar food is telling me: "You should just eat in the restaurant, you fool!" Not at all bad, not at all great.“

“My absolute favorite vegan eating establishment in the Twin Cities!! Friendly staff, amazing food!“

“Good service and food. We were there right before closing. Great job“

“My favorite pizza in the cities“

“Really good food.. Service was pretty fast for how busy they were“

“The vibes and food are immaculate.“

“In between flights we stopped at Ike's Clubhouse. We were trying to find a reasonable spot. We all know airport restaurants can be expensive. But with the luck of Google, we were able to find Ike's. Chase, our waiter was good. My wife and I weren't too hungry so we told Chase we were going to share a meal. Well to our surprise, the server came out with our meal split in two plates. My wife and a were in aww of the hospitality. I know I know that you're thinking, that is a minor detail, but to us that went a long way. I was just expecting a plate with our food, I'd cut it in half and ask for another plate, but they thought about that prior. Besides that, the food was good, the price was reasonable for an airport restaurant and the hospitality was top notch. Thank you Chase and staff!!

Wheelchair accessibility: There is an elevator to get to the upper level where the restaurant is located.“

“Jimmy the Server made our entire experience! We would come back to just visit Jimmy. Engaging, very polite, & accommodating to all our extra requests. FYI, highly recommend the hash browns & cranberry mimosa!! #teamjimmy“

“Great food Chef Isaac! �“

“I bring all my Tinder dates to this restaurant because it's so close to my house. I'm pretty sure the staff knows I have a lot of women coming and going. Listen I'm trying to find my forever, however it is not an easy task. Just bear with me a little longer.“

“The View certainly has a great location, and the scenery outside of an urban university nestled in the heart of the the neighborhoods that connect St. Paul and Minneapolis together, cannot be beat. That said, it has been more or less a cafeteria 2.0 when it replaced the old one; lately however, it seems to have improved greatly in its offerings and the quality of the food. There seems to be some new imagination at work. If you are visiting the University of St. Thomas, or are already on campus, it is worth a visit!“

“Great music in an old school club.“

“Brandi was amazing! She knows the menu well, and created such a phenomenal atmosphere all around for me and my friend. The food was amazing and drinks were perfect! Thank you!!“

“Great place to visit before and after Wild games!!!!“

“Too expensive for what you get. Food was good but nothing fancy like the price reflected. Can get very loud as with our experience being seated in the same room as a large award recognition party. Service was good. Very cool old space with lots of history.“

“A great spot in a great neighborhood. I love taking a walk and stopping for a smoothie here; everyone is always friendly and the location is very accessible. If you live in West Side consider taking your kids here for a treat instead of a chain!“

“Good food, great service, reasonable prices.“

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“It was awesome! The service was great! Staff went out of their way to accommodate all 11 of us! Everyone that works there seemed happy and ready to help! I graded a 4 on food..only because out of PERSONAL preference I didn't like my food, BUT someone else at our table had the same thing and LOVED IT! And a 3 for atmosphere because it was a bit loud and hard to visit ..but again that's a personal preference...Would we go back?MOST DEFINITELY“

“I am Sue's sister and she is telling me you are listening to the same pod casters as we are. I wish we could meet. Exciting times! Keep the faith. Q=17! God is in control! Someday we will meet.“

“The Cubano was excellent, and the waffle fries and seasoned sour cream are better than other local establishments. I had to give props to the cooks. Most bar food is mediocre, but I was so impressed with their food. We had a great Sunday afternoon here chatting with regulars and the staff. Everyone was very friendly. We will be back!“

“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!“

“Last night, I had a fantastic music experience at the Pavilion! The concert band Valley Winds performed, and it was one of the best free concerts I've ever seen. I hope they are invited back; I'll be keeping an eye on the schedule!“