The High Hat

485 Selby Ave, St Paul
(651) 528-7941

Recent Reviews

Coya Night Pipe

Loved this place. Will be back!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Carley K

Food is great. Would give it 5 stars if they had a better system for wait list/ seating folks. They dont have a host stand or host, so you just awkwardly stand by the door until someone notices you. But then the bar appears to be just open seating and not by wait list? So it’s a bit like the brunch Hunger Games just trying to get a seat.. The most recent time we went here, we stood by the door for at least 5 minutes— and no one came over or said “be with you soon”, so we just left. (Ended up waiting at the French Hen, but they have a text system, so you can check out the nearby shops or walk outside a bit while you wait.)

Molly K.

Excellent coffee, yummy savory breakfast, spinning classic vinyl, personable staff, moderate prices. Very nice dining room and bar seating. Two thumbs up!

Carla C.

Food and service are always excellent!!!! Look forward to coming here for breakfast on the weekends!

Jan B.

Service: had to wait 30 mins before waitress took our order and when we arrived there were only 3 tables including ours to serve. By the time we ordered the restaurant was at capacity. I was ready to place my order but the waitress starts by saying sarcastically you don't like our coffee? I said no it's not very good. I start to tell her my order but She Followed by another sarcastic, mean comment. Then a Third comment: just joking. So I ignored it all. I told her what I'd like to order. But then she couldn't get my simple order on bc she wasn't listening and focused on insulting me. Never did I ask for coffee or even bring the subject up. She initiated all of this. Then when it came time to pay she puts down the machine bill and walks away ignoring the $20 bill I had for her. Apparently paying for a cash must have been a problem for her but she didn't say anything or ask for payment by card. She comes back with smaller bills totalling $20 but didn't take the payment for the bill. She then says next time you should think twice before criticizing the person who makes the coffee. I stopped to talk to the owner to let him know what has happened with the waitress. He said don't talk to me about my staff. You are not welcome here anymore. Other occasions in past service has been polite and nice. Food: past visits hot chocolate tastes like a mix with water, not recommended. Hot mocha tastes like very strong bitter coffee. If you like strong coffee may be right for you. Highly recommend the oatmeal. The pancakes are good but doesn't taste like real maple syrup. Very large portions for breakfast entrees- generally makes for 1-2 small meals with leftovers. Fruit is great.lots of good berries and no cantaloupe. The yogurt parfait is huge filling a half papaya that is a little more challenging to eat. Looks nice but too large. Pricing is standard about $15. Ambiance: nice and intimate. Good music. Today rating was poor. Without service by apparently the barrista taking orders, rating is much higher.

Marisa R.

The food was amazing. The ambience and service were wonderful. My order was incorrect and was fixed without a fuss.

Claire C.

Food is to die for, make sure to get there early because not a ton of seating but fantastic vibes and cool atmosphere.

Liam H.

Nobody goes there. Its too crowded;) Really, wanted to it but it was absolutely packed and a throng waiting. Wound up at Revival which was lovely. Gnome is right there too. Will try again especially knowing solid options abound on the same block.

Susan Costello

I love this place!! Best blue corn pancakes ever, so good I ate them plain! Multiple gluten free options, fun lively atmosphere!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Blue Corn Pancakes

Jessica Connors

The server was extremely sweet, very welcoming face coming in. I sat down and immediately she came over to greet me and ask my order. I went on Friday early afternoon for brunch. The food was absolutely unique, hearty, and delicious. The Cornbread Benedict is what I got, I would recommend getting the egg sunny side, I would of appreciated the egg flavor through out each bite, but the chorizo was delicious. They also made my favorite Chai Latte, perfectly made. I'm so sad I can't remember the servers name, but I completely appreciated her attention to detail and attentiveness. I will definitely be back to try more menu items.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Cornbread Benedict

Jason G

Great breakfast dishes! Very enjoyable. Not your usual hash and hotcakes place. Interesting dishes. Well executed. Nice little place. Good addition to the neighborhood. It will be great when the weather turns nicer and they reopen their small outdoor eating area.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Huevos Divorciados

Amelia M.

So delicious and welcoming!!! Just ate here with my family for the first time. The staff was super friendly, and we all took our waitress'es menu suggestions. The high hat hash was lovely--perfect amount of spice and sweet. My dad had the cornbread dish and it was amazing. The caramel cinnamon roll came out sizzling and we all shared one for a sweet breakfast treat. I will definitely be going back here!

Susan B.

this is my first visit to this restaurant. the service was excellent. I had the tomato soup and cheese sandwich. it was perfect for an early lunch. the soup was thick and spicy, a nice addition to a cool morning. the jazz in the background did not prevent us from having conversation. I will definitely return again.

Isabel Hughes

A wonderful neighborhood breakfast/brunch spot. We LOVE it here. Terrific food, great service, lovely atmosphere. My favorite is the cornbread Benedict, the huevos divorciados is my husband’s go-to.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Huevos Divorciados, Cornbread Benedict

Tyler Owen

We’re regulars at this point. I can’t rate more stars than five-so my wife and I are both rating. 10/5 stars here. Great food, great service, our go-to spot for brunch.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

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