St. Paul · Minnesota, MN
Food & Drink in St. Paul
Scout analyzed 85 St. Paul places and surfaced the ones that actually fit food & drink.
Places analyzed
85
Matches
24
Typical spend
$50
Typical visit
1.2 hr
Best neighborhoods for food & drink
Ranked by how many matching spots Scout found in each area.
Scout-verified spots
West Seventh - Fort Road
Bad Weather Brewing Company
Bad Weather Brewing is a solid stop for a casual outing to sample local beers, often paired with food truck eats. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and around $15-35 per person for drinks and a snack.
Payne - Phalen
Tongue in Cheek
Tongue in Cheek is a good spot for a dinner date or special occasion, offering inventive dishes and craft cocktails. Expect to spend $40-75 per person for an experience that typically lasts 1.5 hours.
Macalester - Groveland
Roots Roasting
Roots Roasting is a good spot for a quick coffee break or to do some work, easily paired with errands. Expect to spend $5-15 and stay for around 30 minutes.
Lexington - Hamline South
yellowbird coffee bar
A typical coffee shop for a quick solo stop or a casual meet-up, expect to spend under $15 for a drink and a light bite. It's suitable for a 30-minute break before or after other activities.
Macalester - Groveland
Spyhouse Coffee Roasters | St. Paul
This coffee shop is suitable for a solo work session or a casual meet-up, pairing well with a walk around the neighborhood. Expect to spend 45-90 minutes and about $5-15 per person for coffee and a pastry.
Cathedral Hill
Nina's Coffee Cafe
Nina's Coffee Cafe is suitable for a casual solo or small group outing, perfect for a light breakfast or afternoon coffee and snack. Expect to spend about an hour and $5-$15 per person.
Core
Meritage
Meritage is ideal for a refined dinner or special occasion, often paired with an evening event downtown. Expect to spend 1.5-2 hours and $75-$150 per person for a full meal with drinks.
West Seventh - Fort Road
Forepaugh's Restaurant
Forepaugh's is an upscale restaurant in a historic mansion, ideal for a refined dinner outing that could pair with a pre-dinner drink or post-dinner stroll. Expect to spend 1.5 to 2 hours and $75-$150 per person.
South Como
Abogados Café
Abogados Café is a low-cost coffee shop suitable for a quick, relaxed solo visit or a casual meetup. Expect to spend $5-15 per person for coffee and a light bite over 30 minutes to an hour.
West Seventh - Fort Road
Emerald Lounge
Emerald Lounge is suitable for an evening out, offering food and cocktails. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and about $30-75 per person. It can serve as a primary destination or a pre/post-dinner spot.
West Seventh - Fort Road
Mancini’s Char House
Mancini's is a classic steakhouse for a special evening meal, typically lasting around two hours. Expect to spend $50-100 per person for dinner and drinks.
West Seventh - Fort Road
DeGidio's Restaurant & Bar, St. Paul
DeGidio's is a classic Italian restaurant suitable for a relaxed dinner with family or a casual date night. Plan for a 90-minute meal, with a typical spend of $20-50 per person, potentially pairing with a local brewery visit before or after.
Concord-Robert
Holman's Table
Holman's Table offers a New American dining experience in a restored air terminal, suitable for a romantic dinner or a celebratory meal. Expect to spend 1.5-2 hours and $50-120 per person for food and drinks.
West Seventh - Fort Road
Cafe Astoria
Cafe Astoria is a casual spot for breakfast, brunch, or a coffee break, suitable for an hour-long stop. Expect to spend $10-$25 per person on crepes, pastries, or coffee.
Macalester - Groveland
Estelle
Estelle is an upscale neighborhood restaurant good for a dinner outing. Expect a meal lasting around 1.5 hours, with a typical cost of $50-100 per person.
Highland Park
JS Bean Factory
JS Bean Factory is a good spot for a relaxed morning coffee or an afternoon study session, especially if you enjoy live music. Expect to spend $5-15 per person for coffee and pastries.
Core
The St. Paul Grill
The St. Paul Grill is a classic spot for an upscale evening meal or drinks, ideal for special occasions or entertaining guests. Plan for a 90-minute visit with a per-person spend ranging from $70-$150 for food and drinks.
Highland Park
Quixotic Coffee
Quixotic Coffee is a mellow spot for a relaxed solo or small group outing, ideal for grabbing coffee and pastries. Expect to spend an hour and $5-15 per person.
Lowertown
Lost Fox
Lost Fox is suitable for a casual meal or drink, a good stop for brunch or an evening beverage. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and $15-$35 per person for food and a drink.
South St. Anthony Park
Dogwood Coffee - St. Paul
This coffee shop is a good spot for a quick stop to grab a drink or a casual meet-up, typically lasting 30-60 minutes. Expect to spend $5-$15 per person.
West Seventh - Fort Road
Claddagh Coffee
This is a good spot for a casual coffee and a bite, perhaps as a solo stop or a quick meet-up. Expect to spend 30-60 minutes and $5-15 per person.
Cathedral Hill
The High Hat
The High Hat is a solid choice for a casual dinner out, suitable for a date or a small group. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and $25-50 per person on food and drinks.
South St. Anthony Park
Workhorse Coffee Bar
This is a good spot for a casual coffee stop or to get some work done. Expect to spend 30-60 minutes and $5-15 per person for coffee and a pastry.
Summit Hill
Red Rabbit St. Paul
Red Rabbit is a suitable spot for an Italian dinner with wood-fired pizzas and handcrafted cocktails. Expect to spend 90 minutes and $30-60 per person here, potentially before or after a walk on Grand Avenue.
Under $35
Cheap dates and low-spend afternoons.
Worth the splurge
When the night needs to land.
No reservation needed
Walk in tonight.
What Scout found
- 30 of the 85 analyzed St. Paul places fit food & drink.
- 3% of matches are outdoor or partly outdoor.
- 7% have easy parking.
- Dominant moods: Relaxed, Social, Upscale, Romantic, Quiet, Playful.
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