EMMETT'S Public House

695 Grand Ave, St Paul
(651) 225-8248

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Louise Anderson

Stopped in for a cocktail after eating at Russell's they are connected..just a few steps thru the kitchen 😄. My 2nd time there. Super nice Employees! I had a body chill. besides a hot toddy what was there, all we came up with was a warm brandy. She was creative and rolled the glass of brandy in extremely hot water to warm it. Being a great pour it cooled off, she asked to re-warm it..she was looking out for me❣A++

Atmosphere: 5

Amy Jo Henriksen

Fun Irish feel pub. Food was good. Had a rather eclectic menu offering. Service was excellent.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 4

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Fish and Chips

David Clement

This place used to be good. Now there is no parking (unless you want to pay for it) the restaurant is too loud and they made it SO BRIGHT. Does NOT feel like the Irish pub they want to be. The Guinness is good, but you can get that anywhere. Food is still good but they share a kitchen with a sushi restaurant next door. And don’t order pop. It takes like the scooped it up out of the drain.

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 3

Service: 2

Recommended dishes: Spinach and Artichoke Dip

Jacob Quinn

Loved old Emmett's. New Emmett's is lame. Ambiance and food of original Emmett's before the redevelopment was just like Ireland. We would go there half a dozen time a year. The new Emmett's is horrible. It lost all its character. The food is twice the price and they don't even play Irish music. It's just another overpriced place to get mediocre food. We went once to check it out. That's it. Others folks will likely follow suit and this place will be out of business in three years.

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 2

Service: 2

Edrie Kioski

We had a nice corner for our get-together and I loved the round table; I could see and hear everyone.

Parking: I usually try to avoid paying for parking, but the $5 parking garage is worth it for the convenience.

Nicholas Hooper

Unfortunately, they moved into an incredibly expensive building. The menu prices don’t match the quality and neighborhood. To the owner, Brunsons rocks. The old Emmett’s rocked. I will never buy fish and chips for $22.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 4

Service: 5

Jessica Irwin

I've been a regular here for years. Always excellent service, really nice people work here. The salmon salad is AMAZING. Wonderful whiskey list, solid brews on tap, and just a really reliable place for me. Thanks!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Tyler Borkadi

Cool spot!

Karhy Wells

Had such a nice time. Food was very good. Loved the way they presented the old fashioned. Staff were friendly.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 4

Service: 4

Recommended dishes: Bangers & Croquettes, The Big Mick Burger

Hilda R

Stopped by for a few drinks.
Didn't try the food because we just came from an Asian food festival.

I asked the bartender for some cocktail suggestions that is not too sweet. I ended up with gemstone (I think). He modified it so it won't be too sweet and I really liked it. My girlfriend ordered something with campari and she also liked it.
Our bartender was so nice but there's a lady who ended up taking our last order. She did not seem too accommodating or listened to us than the guy who first served us. She's more interested in the older gentlemen beside us and my friend even heard her say something that seemed a little inappropriate mentioning "her mouth" a few times. I was in the bathroom so I didn't hear it.

All in all, I'd still come back and try the food next time, plus it's in a nice area right beside Saji-ya.

Atmosphere: 5

Service: 4

Marlon Stokes

I had a first date here on a Friday evening. Fortunately, I'd made reservations for 6:30pm because it was pretty packed. The whole Grand business area was busy.

Our server was very nice and attentive. She earned her $40 tip on my $180 bill. We ordered at least 3 rounds of drinks and had 2 apps and 3 entrées. (The date was going really well.)

I had the Bangers and Croquettes for my entrée. The food was prepared well. The texture of my croquettes was perfect. The meal was a little bland for my palate, but that's the traditional preparation, I'm sure.

My date enjoyed her Irish Mac and Cheese with bacon. I ordered my own Mac and Cheese with corned beef to go.

We shared Walleye Bites and Reuben Eggrolls as appetizers. Both were good.

Oh yeah, the music was great. I kept Googling songs that were being played.

Get there early because finding a parking spot is a challenge. After driving around for about 10 minutes, I ended up parking 3 blocks up away from the businesses.

Yes, there will be a second date........

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 4

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Bangers & Croquettes, Irish Mac and Cheese, Corned Beef and Brussel Sprouts, Reuben Eggroll

Joseph A

10/10 service, atmosphere, food, and drinks. They have a patio, wonderful service! And affordable prices! They also have a GF menu!!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Palmer Horst

Went for a trivia night. Very good experience. I had the walleye sandwich and my wife had the fish and chips and both were really good. Definitely will go again!

Parking: You can pay $5 to park in the building below. At peak times, it's worth it.

Kid-friendliness: Our 3 year old loved the fries and grilled cheese and fruit. Very family friendly.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Fish and Chips, Beer-Battered Walleye Sandwich

Dominick Parker

Good atmosphere and great service, but the food is horrible..

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 1

Service: 5

Tom Forti

Great service, food and ambiance!

Atmosphere: 5

Service: 5

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