50 Best American Restaurants near West Saint Paul

“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“

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

“We only go to Applebee's if we can see our favorite server Miguel R. We've been coming to the West St Paul Applebees for 8 years! My son has grown up with him. Best server there is. Otherwise we don't go at all! The bourbon chicken and shrimp was spot on, and the flavors were delicious!“

“Check out the Saturday afternoon specials in the bar.“

“Wonderful service, great food and fun atmosphere!“

“Front line crew members here are very friendly and helpful. Although I had one individual that was being a little rude. But other staff was great especially Dustin. He was in the food window and he made sure food was being pushed out in a timely manner. From the looks of it and what front line staff said Dustin is a very great leader and they love him.“

“Great place! I love drinks without ice.“

“Free everyday Slam on my birthday. What’s not to like about that!“

“Free everyday Slam on my birthday. What’s not to like about that!“

“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.“

“came to eat dinner with friends. it was a 10/10, it was a wonderful experience. the staff was friendly and the food was delicious.“

“Classic diner comfort with a modern update on the menu. Lots of great cocktail and beer options, but not so many that it’s not kid friendly. Have been here twice now, and both times food and service has been excellent.“

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

“My first time here, didn’t get food, just house wine 👌🏼 because although things sounded appetizing, I could decide on nothing that night. I’d go back, however, I’d recommend just going yourself and checking it out.“

“Mona does not disappoint and please take her recommendations on the Vanilla Blonde Ale, this woman is enjoying to watch and made my entire morning considering it started off with a canceled flight and a delayed flight after that, lol - if you’re having flight issues please schedule your drinking consultations with Mona; oh and the food is also exceptional as well!!! - ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“The best breakfast and coffee in town..“

“Always a fabulous meal - thank you!!“

“Great staff. Plenty of menu selections with weekly specials. We've become regulars. Going back tonight.“

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

“I love this place. The menu is broad and everything so far has been delicious. The atmosphere is chill. I will keep coming 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 👌🏼“

“Cannot recommend this place enough. From the welcoming and warm staff to the amazing food and drinks- this place made our entire night. We will absolutely be coming back during our next trip to Minneapolis!“

“Had brunch recently ~ was visiting from out of town, and local friends suggested Hazel's as a "can't miss" location to visit... the atmosphere & food were amazing, bested only by the service ~ Kinsey was absolutely amazing! A total 5 🌟 experience!!!“

“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“

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

“They have some of the best wins, they have remodeled lanes, they do have a nice bar and restaurant and the service is always awesome. parking lot with handicap ♿ entrance, good 🍕 pizzas, good burgers 🍔, a devoted variety of beers 🍻.“

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

“Confused about the happy hour, domestic tap means “a domestic tap refers to a draft beer that is brewed within the country you are currently in and poured fresh from a keg system (tap), rather than an imported brand.”

Although it only refers to the cheap options like Coors, Hamms etc. So a little misleading.
Cheese curds are good, little too pricey, cheaper for the same amount from the state fair even…“

“The best breakfast and coffee in town..“

“Everything is always awesome here! Highly recommend!“

“If you haven’t already been, you need to! Minute chicken, wood fire pizzas, banana cream pie!!! So good 🤤“

“great food! wonderful friendly service, loved the atmosphere and clean restrooms are a definite plus!“

“What a wonderful place. Staff are so kind/friendly. The food is out of this world!!!! Thank you for the kindness, and hospitality. Great Atmosphere“

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

“Great menu for GF, Vegan, and Vegetarian as well as for meat eaters. Fresh and local ingredients. Open for lunch, dinner, and weekend brunch. Friendly staff. Parking lot and located off a bus line in a walkable and bike friendly neighborhood. If you liked the food truck, then you will love this.“

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

“Extremely long wait time inline to order on Sunday at 12:30 pm. Oftentimes no one was at the register. Only a couple of the staff seemed to move with any urgency! One young lady with curly hair and shaved hair above the ears seemed to be juggling most of the work! Food was very good and surprisingly warm!“

“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“

“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!“

“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!“

“Excellent food and staff!!“

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

“My waitress Collen was the best waitress I've had in years. She handled multiple tables, with 6 to 8 people at each table, amazingly. Holy mackeral! Food was hot, fast, delicious and this little gal, a little older waitress, with her hair in a bun, was a rock star. Extremely efficient and friendly. This is my forever Perkins location now! Give her a raise! She made a lot of money for Perkins!“

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