50 Best Bar & Grill near West Saint Paul

“Excellent breakfast and service“

“Great place! I love drinks without ice.“

“Waitress was very good, three of us went there for lunch. The fries were extremely salty so we asked for new fries. Then we bit into our burgers and ask them if they could cook them longer. They said they did but came back still as red as ever. The next batch of fries weren't even cooked all the way.Yeah, there was no salt as requested. But they weren't even cooked. Then sent them back to see if they could cook them longer.I don't even think they did it.I don't even think that he put the burgers back on the grill. I really never get time off to go have lunch somewhere and this is a place I chose and it was the worst. And even worse , I asked if Brian was there , and I guess he was the cook. Extremely disappointing, and if you can't cook a burger in fries.I think you've lost your passion and should give up! Even took photos, no where to post them.
We had a couple bites of fries.Burgers still weren't cooked so we did not eat them paid for our meals. I did tip the waitress as wasn't fault!“

“Burgers unrivaled by none. Nice pours, friendly faces, staff is professional and just really cool, and the pull tabs support SPFD. Doesn’t get any better. #eastside #stpaul“

“Great service, friendly staff, fun environment ! Definitely recommend as a place to go to get a bite have a couple drinks and have fun playing pool and darts with friends and family :-)“

“A True neighborhood staple.

You ever step into a place that somehow feels like home, even though you’ve never set foot in the state before? That’s exactly how I felt walking into Gopher Bar.

The original wood interior and walls packed with memorabilia make it clear this isn’t just a bar—it’s a living piece of St. Paul history. It feels worn in, but in all the right ways… like generations have laughed, argued, celebrated, and made memories here.

While I was sitting at the bar, I heard an older couple behind me reminiscing about coming here when they were college kids. That says everything. This place has been a cornerstone of the community for decades, and you can feel it the moment you walk in.

It’s authentic. No pretense. Just a damn good neighborhood bar with roots.

If you want a true St. Paul experience, skip the trendy spots and head to Gopher Bar. You’ll understand why locals keep coming back.“

“The best staff and team !!“

“Prompt service and great quality and tasty food !“

“Wonderful Sunday breakfast brunch! Great service; delicious food!!“

“I’ve been there and think it’s pretty freaking good pub burger is the bomb beer cold and clean glasses. Nothing better that a great burger and beer in joint D,D&D’s are spot on. Thanks Guy F.“

“Great food friendly staff“

“The Cubano was excellent, and the waffle fries and seasoned sour cream are better than other local establishments. I had to give props to the cooks. Most bar food is mediocre, but I was so impressed with their food. We had a great Sunday afternoon here chatting with regulars and the staff. Everyone was very friendly. We will be back!“

“Just good all around place for food and drink“

“Great for weekend activities“

“I am Sue's sister and she is telling me you are listening to the same pod casters as we are. I wish we could meet. Exciting times! Keep the faith. Q=17! God is in control! Someday we will meet.“

“Helping others in need is 💯 in my book, keep up the good work!“

“traveling through & stopped for supper. Ordered the ribeye, smashed garlic potatoes & cottage cheese. The food was excellent along with great service from the wait staff. Highly recommend this place. Thank you for a wonderful experience from a weary traveler.“

“Oh so delicious! Best burgers and fried chicken sandwich! Ice cold Beer!“

“We stopped at Manning's on 12/19/23 and ordered their burger & fries. The food was soooo good and the service was excellent! We will be back!!!“

“Just a few doors down from the Turf Club sits a genuine hole- in- the- wall gem. A unique dining experience of food with flavors to expand your pallet. We had the yebeg tibs and veggie sambusa and a just in case order of chicken strips and french fries, which, while delicious, remained largely untouched as the yebeg lamb tibs and veggies entree was the star of the table. A No Forks Allowed shared entree with flavors that dance in your mouth, the bread (is that what it's called?) comes rolled up and the protein sits on top like a carpet. You grab a little piece of bread and scoop it up and make a mess and laugh and eat and EAT. The sauce was a savory, smoky collection of herbs and with a Minnesota Nice kick of spice, if my 70 yo mom could handle it, you can handle it. The umami was out of this world (and helps me to finally be able to define the taste, actually) The veggie sambusa was a perfectly fried pillow of yummy veggies with a salsa for dipping and the chicken strips were fried to perfection with fluffy french fries. The server was fast, friendly, and offered suggestions and answered questions we had about the menu. This restaurant is an invitation to a cultural exhibition of flavor and best of all, our 2 entrees — both large enough to share with at least 3 people) 2 drinks, and 1 app were reasonably priced at under $50.00. If you're going to a show at the Turf Club, come early for parking and dinner at Dilla, you won't be disappointed. It is an excellent addition to University Ave, I am glad they found a home on our little stretch of road and we should welcome them with open arms and empty bellies.“

“Food was awesome. Friday fish fry was only $15 and it was amazing. Can’t wait to go back tomorrow for dinner!“

“Excellence ! A touch of Class, Incredible service, Incredible entertainment-Coconut Tiger! Great staff! Unbelievable how amazing the vibes were on Friday night! We love this place! What a great job these guys do wow. A+💯“

“I love the Steak and eggs!!!!“

“We were there for Sunday breakfast and all of our food was excellent. I also had a Bloody Mary that was very good! There were two servers on duty. One came over just after we sat down and told us our server would be right with us and could she take our beverage order. When our server came to our table, she was already aware of our beverage order. Very good service!“

“The atmosphere is low key and friendly. The menu is relatively short but all our food was good. Service was fast, and we liked our server he did a nice job keeping up with our table. It felt like a good neighborhood bar. We’ll be back for sure.“

“Always good service & good food!“

“Great people and cheap drinks! Great band that plays Wednesday’s from 7-9 no cover!“

“Wonderful local bar! Family owned“

“Great people and atmosphere. Clean place, fun history, cold beer, and cool staff. We'll be back.“

“Love the food and atmosphere here. Excellent vibe. Great place for happy hour and to gamble. Love the pulltab girl ❣️❣️“

“Great staff and prices. Pizzas and fryer food. Limited parking

Parking: Go around back and there's a lot for parking. Kinda sucks because the entrance in the back is long and narrow

Wheelchair accessibility: Easily accessible“

“Awesome staff and fabulous patrons!“

“Great service and food, love this place!“

“If you’re looking for a hidden gem, The Cherry Pit is the place to be. From the moment you walk in, the cozy mom-and-pop vibe makes you feel at home. The food? Hands down the best I’ve had in a while! Portions are huge, fresh, and bursting with flavor, and all at an unbeatable price. Plus, the cherry on top – they’ve got charging stations right at the table, so you can stay connected while enjoying your meal. Highly recommend this spot! Mary K. Was our server and she was fantastic – super attentive and genuinely kind. She made sure we had everything we needed without hovering, and her recommendations were spot-on. It’s rare to find such great service that matches the quality of the food, but The Cherry Pit definitely delivers on both!“

“We had yet another fantastic dining experience at The Exchange, and this visit truly exceeded all expectations! From the moment we walked in, the ambiance was vibrant and inviting, setting the perfect tone for a memorable evening. Our server, Angela, was an absolute gem, her enthusiasm for the menu and her attentive service made all the difference.

She went above and beyond, sharing her favorites and suggesting delightful pairings that enhanced our meal. Angela’s warm personality and genuine care made us feel like we were the most important guests in the restaurant.

We decided to try the Cuban sandwich, and it was nothing short of spectacular! The combination of flavors was harmonious, with perfectly grilled bread and succulent fillings that danced on our taste buds.

As we dined, the atmosphere buzzed with laughter and the clinking of glasses, adding to the excitement of the evening. Each bite of food felt like a celebration, and we savored every moment.

Overall, it was an amazing dinner that transcended our expectations, and we can’t wait to return for another culinary adventure at The Exchange!“

“Welcoming, with just the right amount of lighting, TVs, ambient music and TVs. Cozy bar area. Highly recommend the chips and queso, it's way more complicated and tasty than it sounds. Plenty of street parking. You'd be dumb not to go here.“

“Great food. Beautiful view. Awesome service“

“Love the pinball machines! Highly recommended!“

“When In Minneapolis a must try!!“

“I came for a training for one my clients, Restoration Inc. The space was perfect for training. The food was great! The soup and salad was awesome! I would highly recommend to anyone traveling to Minnesota.,“

“We came mothers day to take my sons and wife out had a great time foods good steaks were real tasty the server was funny and great.“

“Food was great. Service was great. Ambiance was great.“

“Buffet is worth every penny“

“Love to go to Crooked Pint with my friends to watch the Vikings games. They are very friendly and we always have Kayla, great waitress, waiting on us. Love the door prizes too.“

“The food and drinks were good“

“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.“

“As a vendor. HBC management made me feel comfortable. All the employees were positive and always smiling. I love this type of environment.“

“Excellent community service.“

“I don't go here often, and each time I've gone, there's been a change in food offerings. Several years ago, it was more American bar food. About 2 years ago, there was more of a Mexican and American food offering. As of a few days ago, it is an Asian and American food offering. We chose the selection of appetizers of potstickers, egg rolls, spring rolls and cream cheese wonton at $8/ea. The apps were tasty and our bartender was pleasant. The customers appeared to be regulars as the bartender was offering to get them their usual as they entered. A welcoming environment for the middle of the afternoon. I do wish the tap beer was colder, but I also didn't ask if they offered a frosted mug. I'd go again without hesitation.“

“The fact you can stop in here on a Sunday and get 10 jumbo wings for 5 bucks is actually an insane deal. It might just be a Sunday thing but they also had half off apps while we were there too. The wings were perfectly cooked, moist and the BBQ ones were delicious. Our waitress was also super nice so we left her a nice tip. It wasn't very busy while we were there which is probably because it's a holiday weekend. However, I could see this place getting super busy with the kind of deals they are offering.“