50 Best American Restaurants near South Saint Paul

“Fantastic Place!! Roger and Candy do a Great job. Quick, Delicious, and Affordable. Takey Outy or Eaty Innee.“

“Kudos to the restaurant team for a very respectful and quick resolution to an incorrect order. Food was great.“

“I had dinner at your restaurant today (Aug, 27th) and it was a very pleasant experience, considering it was my birthday. Patrick was our server and he couldn't have been better.I give you 10 stars for everything.“

“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 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! 🥰“

“Five stars ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ — and honestly, I’d give it six if the people-watching counted as a side dish. Baldamar in Roseville just gets it. The ambiance? Beautiful. The service? Beautiful. The food? Consistently hits the spot every single time. It’s one of those places where you know exactly what you’re going to get—and it never disappoints. Now let’s talk about the real hidden gem: the weekday lunch crowd. If I were single and in the market for a finance daddy… this would be my hunting ground 😂. We’re talking tables full of businessmen, power lunches, suits everywhere—it’s like a live-action LinkedIn feed, and I’m here for it. Dinner is a whole different vibe. I’ve only been once, but wow, low lighting, a little moody, very date-night energy. Whether it’s a first date or you’ve been together forever, it just works. It’s cozy, a little sexy, and feels intentional without trying too hard. Service is always on point, you’ll even catch the manager making rounds, which says a lot. And the food? My go-to is the lobster roll (don’t overthink it, just order it). Also… prepare yourself for the desserts. When they say “to share,” they mean with your entire table… and possibly the table next to you. These things are massive. Cocktails are another win. I’m loyal to the Godfather,Scotch whiskey with amaretto, and I get it up instead of on ice. Smooth, strong, and exactly what I want every time. Bottom line: whether you’re there for lunch, a date, or just some elite-level people-watching, Baldamar delivers.“

“The bartenders and whole staff are very welcoming! Food is always perfect. Love the spice!“

“Love the atmosphere and food, and we love sitting in Lauren S’s section. Always happy and helpful!!“

“Always a fabulous meal - thank you!!“

“Just tried for the first time staff was friendly. Food was decent would return back.“

“If anyone would like a good restaurant to eat at I would suggest going to the North Pole restaurant in Newport Minnesota. The staff are nice and when you ask them for something they will get it for you right away.“

“Food is always great and the service is super friendly. Big menu for a diner so there is something for everyone. My husband loves the hand crafted malts and I go for the homemade soups. Breakfast is unbeatable!“

“HIGHLY recommend Dark Horse. Since the reopening, anytime we come downtown St. Paul we make an effort to stop in and try something new.

Burgers 👌🏼 Pizza 👌🏼 Wings 👌🏼 Fries 👌🏼“

“Went to Pinz yesterday and met the new GM! Such a nice guy and so helpful! Will be back again soon!“

“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.“

“Great good and service. Went there with some friends from work for lunch today and we loved it. Everyone was so friendly“

“Our first time there on Wednesday night. Service was excellent, Kendra was fantastic. The deviled eggs with shrimp was awesome The six of us all had something different from the scallops to the walleye to the salmon all fantastic. There was also dessert like bread pudding to banana cream pie, also fantastic. Can’t wait till our next dinning experience. It will be real soon!“

“Carissa was our waitress/bartender for lunch 2-3pm. Her friendliness, service and attention to detail is commendable. The food (Shrimp Fahitas) was delicious and the beer was cold. Defiantly will return to this establishment!“

“They always have delicious food. Sloppy hot dago, chef salad, and daily specials are always my favorites.“

“The best breakfast and coffee in town..“

“Everything is always awesome here! Highly recommend!“

“I have been wanting to go here for years ever since Mendoberri closed. We came here for a work holiday party for about 20 people. Food was delicious and unique (and lots of vegetarian options), cozy vibe, wonderful drinks & great service! I plan on coming back soon and would highly recommend!p“

“I ran into the owners today! Super friendly! Food was fresh and done quick. Will be back …great job!“

“Really good experience at the Culver’s in Woodbury Minnesota. Doing curbside and a shake tipped over in my car and the guy who brought it out was nice enough to go get towels and a new shake. Definitely did not have to do that. It was completely my fault, but he went above and beyond For customer that is a rare thing to find“

“The Bulldog has the best food and drinks, and Melissa is the best server in town.“

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

“Over all best experience I have had. Thank you so much and I’ll be coming here more often. I am just starting my vegan journey and this place makes great food! The staff is super friendly too“

“We reserved a space for 13, I have never had such an amazing experience. Our waitress Alissa was AMAZING!
Also the food runners didn’t auction off food, they knew where everyone was, and delivered accordingly. Seriously one of the best dining out experiences!

Alissa, you were a rock star! Thank you so much for such a great experience! Will definitely be back!“

“Delicious appetizers huge portions . Drinks are good aswell !“

“Excellent food and staff!!“

“There are many choices in the area for casual dining, but most often we choose THIS clean, well-maintained Perkins restaurant. Our favorite 5-star server is Laurie, who remembers us, greets us with a smile and thanks us whenever we show up. The chefs behind the scenes are consistent in every way: quality, preparation, portion, flavors, timing, and accuracy. Staff members work hard to keep the restaurant and bakery clean, well-stocked, and spiffy. You can't go wrong here!“

“Best restaurant in St Paul, food is amazing and service was outstanding. Can't wait to go back.“

“Good food, great service, reasonable prices.“

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

“Papas Bravas 😍 u must try them.“

“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.“

“Great food, nice bar, reminded us of home“

“We stayed at the Marriott for a show at Grand Casino Arena. Ate dinner at Smorgies. Food was very good! No waitress, you order food from the QR code at each table, then bartenders run out to you. Everyone was very friendly and accommodating! Would eat there again! Very nice outdoor seating!“

“I’m not a young man, I’m sure I’ve eaten more than 40,000 hamburgers. The hamburger I had tonight might have been the best I ever ate. I asked for ketchup, but shouldn’t have. The eight ounce burger was perfectly cooked and deliciously dressed. It was nestled in a just right bun and paired with a delicious side of vegetables.

We enjoyed great appetizers, entrees and deserts and service, including management, was attentive and helpful. Beverage choices seemed excellent. Lighting seemed just right.

The Miracle On Ice legend is part this historic building. There is a large, inviting fireplace in the dining area, that can only add to the ambiance as Minnesota winter closes in.

I will be back“

“Good food, realy liked the hash browns and bacon. Great with our kids, they let us split a kids plate which was super nice. Also, someone Secret Santaed us and covered out bill. to whoever that was thank you so very much and bless you!“

“The service was amazing and the food was even better!!! Couldn’t have had a better experience! Will definitely be returning when we’re back in St. Paul“

“We attended Teddy swims concert. Stayed at the holiday inn. Wild Bills was fantastic. The bartenders were absolutely amazing. We are restaurant bar owners. I give them all a 10. So fun. So friendly and excellent service. We will be back.!! Thank you so much, Jodi and Scott“

“Great music in an old school club.“

“Icy Cup is doing it right! It’s not just amazing ice cream, it is a community hub! Whether it’s the farmers markets or the Tuesday night jams, Icy Cup is supporting artists and the community it serves. Thank you to Icy Cup! My favorite treat is the churro sundae but everything is good!“

“I have been here three times, funny I don’t have photos of the food… it’s that good that it disappears quickly! Every time I have ordered something different, very unlike me as I marry with a certain dish in each restaurant, but here I’ve risk to try something new every time and haven’t regret it! One of the few places that I have been with all my daughters as adults (since we all live in different states)“

“Great food, atmosphere, service and drinks. Reasonably priced, hometown bar feel, favorite place for happy hour or a meal any day of the week.“

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“Thank you for keeping the North Star Law Group crew fed! We always have such a great time at Gabe's! 💫“

“Our great Neighbors of Applebee's really to good care of us for lunch. The food was awesome and the manager and staff where so helpful. We had a big lunch order for our office and they did just awesome taking care of us. We will be back. Thanks, Blockadvisors team.“