50 Best Bars in Saint Paul

“I’ve eaten at some of the finest restaurants across the US, and GusGus is up there with some of the best food I’ve ever eaten! The gnocchi was paired perfectly with mushroom and a light sauce, the sea bass perfectly cooked with just the right amount of sear on the outside, and the desert of brioche French toast was outstanding! If your in St. Paul this is a must go restaurant. Make sure to make reservations early as seating is limited.“

“Excellent food, drinks, and service! Everything was fantastic!!“

“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.“

“Great meal today while watching Vikings beat down the first half at Green Bay!
Our waitress was phenomenal, the food perfect and the atmosphere just what was needed to enjoy our time!

Parking: Can park in Burrito Mercado lot behind building, no time limit on Sundays for street parking. Please be careful for kids!!!“

“Absolutely phenomenal! Menu changes often so there's always a reason to come back. Their service is top notch and the food is some of the best I've had. See mussels with curry squash and a mini pumpkin with duck and everything else good. *Chef's kiss*“

“My husband and I recently had the pleasure of dining here, and we were impressed by the food and overall experience. The highlight of my meal was the lamb tibs and the vegetarian platter.The lamb tibs were cooked to perfection—tender and juicy, with just the right amount of spice to give it a flavorful kick. The seasoning was rich and aromatic, making each bite a delightful experience.The vegetarian platter was a feast for veggie lovers like us. It included a variety of vegetable stews, lentils, and other delightful plant-based dishes. Each item was distinct in taste and texture. The portion size was generous, and the dish was served with injera, a soft and spongy flatbread.The restaurant itself had a warm and inviting atmosphere, with friendly staff and a cozy ambiance. The service was prompt and attentive, making the dining experience even more enjoyable. Overall, I highly recommend this Ethiopian restaurant for anyone looking to enjoy delicious, authentic cuisine.

Parking: limited space“

“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!“

“Nothing but the best live music… The legends is in the ❤️ of Minnesota.“

“After looking at multiple other restaurants in the airport. Even sitting down and leaving one, we found Ike's. Which is hidden upstairs. We had amazing food and wonderful service from Matt. This will be our go-to spot whenever traveling through MSP. Andy's kitchen burger is the perfect blend of flavors. The friendly in person service is what we look for. Thank you for not having an order from an app.“

“I just love what they've done to the place !! Best service ever .always a good time !!!“

“A friend and I recently visited Tappers Pub, the bartender Chris was super friendly, the owner was there as well, made an effort to say hi and thanked us for coming in. Made it feel like we had been there before. We also ordered a pepperoni and jalapeño pizza, Ufffda *chefs kiss* so good! Thank you Tappers for a great experience. We’ll be back.“

“We’ve had 2 pregames here and had excellent food and service both times. Their fried pickle chips are awesome, wings great even sauceless (got dipping sauces on side), walleye fries were great, the only thing we were so so on were the nachos. Fake cheese was blah but otherwise all good! Service excellent, drinks cold.“

“Brought our Shillelagh’s and got our shenanigans out Irish Dancing for our social mixer. Great time always!“

“If you are looking for a recently remodeled bar/restaurant and white tablecloths, this ain't your place.

However, if you're looking for a place that is quaint, plays Marvin Gaye and Tony Bennett, has real coney dogs that initially were perfected by Greek immigrants over 100 years ago in Detroit, and other amazing dishes the Gopher Bar MUST be on your bucket list. The food is scratch cooking and the quality shows. The prices are reasonable, however, don't think you'll be paying by credit/debit cards as cash is the only form of accepted payment. Every time I go I usually get the same thing Coney dogs, fries and a Coke.“

“Dive bar atmosphere country environment“

“Consistent quality and value at the St. Paul Hotel is guaranteed without the hoopla but more so by the incredible effort of the staff that is effortless. From my early arrival to in-room and venue dining to the daily interactions ~ I am always satisfied.“

“Stopped in for a drink after going to the antique store across the road and happily stumbled in on a live music night! The band was really good and had great original songs and the atmosphere of the bar itself was super chill and fun! Definitely recommend stopping in when you're in the area!“

“small town bar atmosphere. great drinks, nice people.“

“Probably the best breakfast at the airport but for sure the best airport food I’ve had. Who can beat a good old fashioned diner breakfast?! Staff is friendly and, as I found out, willing to support dietary restrictions to the degree the can in the environment they’re in. Even if I flew into a different terminal next time, if I had the time, I would walk back over here just to get so good food.Honestly I’d probably just make this my connection Airport from now on“

“Great place to watch sports. Good ambiance, drinks, and a beautiful patio. Their food is just a dude in the back putting stuff in the oven but it does the trick.

Parking: Big parking lot, I’ve never had trouble finding a space.“

“This place is great even if everyone don't no my name I'm ok with that drinks are great ...

Parking: It's street parking right now where getting the train put in so construction has been making parking harder otherwise walking great 2 blocks from home.“

“I love this place good atmosphere“

“Best priced drinks I've seen in a long time, friendly local bar with happy patrons and prompt service from bartender. For food I believe they have Heggies pizzas however it appeared the patrons bring in potluck style food to share with everyone. Pulltab's available too. We were not locals and were treated well“

“This is an absolutely wonderful male dive bar, it's quiet and has quick service... if you are a female watch out for Steve(married) and be ready for probably too much attention because it's all older men and a couple biddies around.“

“Awesome staff and fabulous patrons!“

“Simple Bar for a simple good choice. Happy hour: All day, every day! My server was on top of things Great First Experience. OPEN on MONDAY!“

“Just good all around place for food and drink“

“This has become a favorite happy hour hang out. Great value and the best bartenders. Kendrick is amazing.“

“Great fun, good mood, and awesome food.“

“steak night every Wednesday night 6pm“

“Good friends, Meat Raffles on Wednesday’s and Fridays, Happy Hour Specials.“

“Friendliness, welcoming, fun!“

“Ahh Ted’s Rec. I kinda dig the place. Cool old building just kinda hanging out on a lot that has pot holes your car can disappear into. Pinball game, darts, pool table and juke box was all the recreation I could see unless I was blatantly missing something. Girls in the young 20s and guys of all ages. Almost had a daddy complex kind of feel but could have just been that night. Bartender was courteous and didn’t f around like manyyounger bartenders do. I’ll stop back if I find myself back in the area.“

“Visiting from South Dakota and ate at the St Paul location tonight-the service was outstanding. We had someone in our party who is gluten free, and our waiter did an incredible job of explaining all of her options. Everyone was so friendly and welcoming, from the front check in-desk women, to the waiter, to the other staff that helped bring out food and drinks and extra things. Food was fantastic-loved all of the great sauces. Well done to the staff at Red Cow St. Paul!“

“Tonight, we listened to an Orchestra playing Final Fantasy music. It was an amazing experience. The staff were jovial, good natured, helpful and so much more. The drumsticks as a food item were simply divine. We were celebrating our 22nd wedding anniversary a little early and the venue was everything I could have dreamed for it.“

“Sweeney's was fantastic for hosting our large event. Their Oak Room space was perfect for a group of 120ish people, event staff were extremely helpful in setting up food, drinks, and fun for our guests and took great care of us the night of. Highly recommend as both a neighborhood bar, and as a place to host an event of any size.“

“Camp is an overall great bar! From their awesome and attentive servers (Britt, Josh, Nate, Frank, Tim and Brian) to their awesome selection of tap beer and mixed cocktails, darts, pool, trivia and live singing nights to their comedy cabaret next door, they have a little bit of everything (plus Heggies pizza)! The bar is very, VERY LGBTQIA+ friendly, the vibe is chill and it's a great place to hang.“

“I happened to find this place when my son had to have emergency surgery...first off, very friendly staff and regulars, could see the stress on my face and were so kind! But the best part, hands down, which is why I'm leaving this review 3 years later is bc Bob's steak sandwich (should be Bob's FAMOUS steak sandwich) was THE F’N BEST sandwich my son and I have ever had - to date! If fact, 3 years later and my son is still talking about Bob's steak sandwich being the best food he's ever eaten! So much so that for his birthday in a few weeks, he doesn't want a party or gifts, just to take a trip to the cities for his favorite dinner!“

“Anna is the best bar tender that I have ever had the pleasure of being served by her! She is super friendly a great conversationist that makes you feel very comfortable when you are in this establishment. I will be returning to this place. Thank you Anna.“

“This is a classic St. Paul bar. Don't expect anything fancy, but what it lacks in poshness it makes up in charm. The bartenders are very nice. The patrons are mostly regulars and are down to earth and friendly. If you want to just have a drink at a good price this is the spot. Oh and if you are worried about this place not being accepting and safe, I was here to watch my lesbian sister perform her music and was with my best friend who is a drag queen. My sister is one of the regulars here and her and her wife love it.“

“Great food and great atmosphere“

“Nice little spot. Had to visit a couple times for darts. We had the basement to ourselves. Nothing that I can say is particularly bad. Good price on the drinks. Fast and friendly service. Need a couple more visits before I put 5 stars up there.“

“Nothing frilly here. Looking for a $25 designer cocktail? Then the Polar Lounge is not the fit. Looking for a small lounge with that small town feel? Polar Lounge is the place for you. Prices are very reasonable, while the pours are very generous. The Polar Lounge comes with it's own unique cast of characters. After a couple visits you will be warmly welcomed by a group where everybody knows your name. Highly recommend...Cheers ?“

“They never had anything for half time to snack on. Beers were cold..“

“Amazing staff. Great food. So much fun!!!“

“Recently met our son at Frank's Levee Tavern for happy hour. Have been to Cossetta's multiple times, but first time visiting Frank's Tavern. Loved the atmosphere and food we had. The service from Daniel was exceptional. Will definitely be back.“

“Excellent food and top notch service!“

“The Country Lounge has cheap drinks and they make a great Bloody Mary! They have pull tabs, a pool table, and a TouchTunes player. It’s definitely a dive bar, but it’s always a lot of fun! You can order Heggie’s pizza here, which are pretty tasty.“

“Great fun place with great service!“

“Nice pool tables and live music :)“