Best Cozy Restaurants in South St. Paul

19 restaurants available nearby

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1. Downtowner Woodfire Grill

4.7

Exceptional(3804)

Price: Expensive

• American • Saint Paul

Booked 49 times today

"simply beyond the ordinary""****" - Kathie Jenkins - Saint Paul Pioneer PressDowntowner Woodfire Grill specializes in Persian fire roasted meats, grilled steaks and chops, and gourmet wood-fired pizzas. The atmosphere is warm & lively offering 2 fireplaces, a full bar with 3 fountains and live jazz. The restaurant offers free parking with convenience to both the Xcel Energy Center & Ordway Theater. Downtowner Woodfire Grill also provides a full menu for breakfast & lunch, and a children's menu. This cozy restaurant serves a great plate as well as provides an experience to savor.

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2. joan's in the Park

5.0

Exceptional(2094)

Price: Very Expensive

• American • Saint Paul

Booked 8 times today

joan's in the Park restaurant and full service bar is an elegantly cozy dining destination, located on Snelling Avenue in Highland Park. We offer a 4 course menu designed by Chef /owner Susan Dunlop, which includes distinctive American cuisine . We offer only the finest ingredients, sourced locally when possible. Maître d'/owner Joan Schmitt (and Highland Park native) offers first-class hospitality. Our carefully selected wine, beer and signature cocktail list will also appeal to all tastes. joan's is a must try, if you enjoy great food and amazing hospitality in a warm and inviting atmosphere.

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3. Bennett's Chop & Railhouse

4.3

Awesome(1340)

Price: Moderate

• Steakhouse • Saint Paul

Booked 15 times today

In every city, there is a natural gathering spot for city folk and neighborhood people in the know. This place in Saint Paul is know as Bennett's Chop & Railhouse. Located on West Seventh & Victoria, it is the perfect meeting place of uptown and downtown, of quiet neighborhood and big city lights.It's called a chophouse because it specializes in a casual steakhouse atmosphere with top-of-the-line cuts of the finest meats. It is a Rail-house because it is on the old railroad line serving the city and rail drinks (as well as top brands) are served in the convivial atmosphere of the horseshoe bar.And of course Bennett's is Bennett's because owners Joe and Meghan Bennett ensure that welcoming hospitality is always served. They have taken their decades of experiences with leading hospitality brands and translated it into an intimate venue where you're not only a customer, but more importantly, a welcome guest.

4. Holman's Table

4.6

Exceptional(600)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Saint Paul

Booked 45 times today

Intimate setting in a beautiful, historic building overlooking the runway of Holman's Field. Fresh, modern dishes complemented by a classic bar and beautiful wine list. Open to the public with no security checks required.

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5. Kincaid's - St. Paul

4.6

Exceptional(5027)

Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Saint Paul

Booked 41 times today

Artfully serving quality steaks, and fresh and innovative seafood since 1986. Enjoy lunch, dinner or perhaps a special business or romantic occasion in our warm and inviting dining room.

6. The Lexington

4.7

Exceptional(2983)

Price: Expensive

• American • Saint Paul

Booked 44 times today

The Lexington is more than a restaurant, it’s an institution. Located on the corner of Lexington Parkway and Grand Avenue, this St. Paul community was the most fashionable at the turn of the 19th century. The St. Paul elite lived just blocks away and the first electric trolley brought visitors up and down Grand Avenue. The Lexington opened in 1935, after the end of prohibition, and was a popular neighborhood bar to gather and socialize. Previously operating as a speakeasy, the expansive wood panels were perfect for hiding a little booze and one can only imagine the shenanigans going on beyond the hidden staircase behind the coat check. For decades following, The Lex, as it’s called by locals and enthusiasts alike, was the place to be seen; business dealings, cocktail hours, and milestone celebrations were a regular occurrence for St. Paul socialites.

7. Crasqui

4.9

Exceptional(93)

Price: Very Expensive

• Venezuelan • Saint Paul

Booked 8 times today

Crasqui is a lively Venezuelan restaurant in Saint Paul. Recipes are inspired in our chef-owner Soleil Ramirez childhood, family and friends in her home-country Venezuela. For us Crasqui is more than just a restaurant—it’s a vessel for memories, dreams, flavors, and connections. We will keep infusing our passion, dedication and love into every dish to make every guest experience memorable.

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8. Mallards - Inver Grove Heights

4.7

Exceptional(428)

Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Inver Grove Heights

Booked 16 times today

Mallards is serving up award winning seafood & Cajun fare with southern hospitality. Born and raised in Kansas City Missouri, southern hospitality is on the top of our list. It’s more than tradition. It’s ice cold beer, key lime pie, and a party in our backyard. Our family wanted to turn passion into a reality in 2013, so we came together and opened Mallards. With Dad in charge of the menu all of our favorites started showing up! From Jambalaya to Tennessee Hot Chicken, our story finds itself on each and every plate!

9. Ember & Ice

5.0

Exceptional(5)

Price: Expensive

• Nordic • Eagan

Reservations are not required, “Seatings are based on first come first serve”Ember & Ice offers premium cocktails and design elements that tie to “fire” and “gathering” – important themes of the Icelandic culture of the North. Indoor and outdoor seating allows for the unique pairing of ultimate sports viewing and lounge experience. Overlooking the Minnesota Vikings practice and training facility, the outdoor bar and patio with multiple TVs is the perfect place to spend game day.The most sophisticated dining area in the hotel, Ember & Ice, is designed with an eclectic mix of modern, traditional and Nordic elements., guests can look forward to an upbeat, energetic atmosphere with premium cocktails.

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10. Sawatdee Thai Restaurant - Saint Paul

4.4

Awesome(88)

Price: Moderate

• Thai • Saint Paul

Booked 2 times today

Welcome to Sawatdee Saint Paul! We are OPEN for dine in, take out and delivery. Serving award-winning Thai cuisine since 1983, Sawatdee is home to Thai food, a great daily happy hour and impeccable service. When we first opened our doors at 1983, the Sawatdee mission was simple: to take our community on an adventure full of Thai flavors and good times. Many years later, that adventure is still as exciting as ever. Sawatdee Saint Paul was the first Sawatdee which opened in 1983. Located in lowertown, it has been referred to as & the old Sawatdee" since it closed to make way for the new. With a new location on Robert Street in downtown Saint Paul, & the old Sawatdee & is now & the new Sawatdee; offering you a full menu of authentic Thai cuisine that we are famous for plus a full bar. Thai it. You'll Like it! (c)

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Judith
Minneapolis - St. Paul •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
A gem of a restaurant! We were warmly welcome at the door, promptly seated, great 4 course menu, friendly staff and owners. Perfect place to celebrate, or just enjoy delicious food.
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joan's in the ParkPrice: Very Expensive• American• Saint Paul
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5
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Deborah
Minneapolis - St. Paul •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
We had a terrific service along with a great atmosphere where my sister met for lunch. It was quiet and comfortable. The food was really good and our party ordered the salad with grill fired salmon, cheeseburger, fish and grilled chicken. All were very good and we cannot wait to return. The popovers were a nice treat and a great surprise. It brought back some memories of when we were young and our mother would take us to a restaurant at Christmas time where popovers were served. We will be making an annual tradition to visit with family here around the holidays. Thank you for a wonderful time!
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Downtowner Woodfire GrillPrice: Expensive• American• Saint Paul
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4.7
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Karon
Minneapolis - St. Paul •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Our waitstaff was so friendly and competent. Our time there was enjoyable from seating to exiting.
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Holman's TablePrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Saint Paul
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4.6
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LaurieVIP
Minneapolis - St. Paul •202 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
We had a LOVELY Christmas dinner at Kincaid's! My companion had the pork chop and I had the prime rib. Both were scrumptious! Our server, Lindsay, was outstanding- as sweet and attentive as could be! This was our third Christmas in a row at Kincaid's- it's become a wonderful tradition!
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Kincaid's - St. PaulPrice: Moderate• Seafood• Saint Paul
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4.6
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Mike
Houston •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
It’s a great institution! Great food, drinks and service. If you want a really nice steak in a casual atmosphere this is the place to be!
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Bennett's Chop & RailhousePrice: Moderate• Steakhouse• Saint Paul
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4.3

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19 restaurants available nearby

1. Downtowner Woodfire Grill

2. joan's in the Park

3. Bennett's Chop & Railhouse

4. Holman's Table

5. Kincaid's - St. Paul

6. The Lexington

7. Crasqui

8. Mallards - Inver Grove Heights

9. Ember & Ice

10. Sawatdee Thai Restaurant - Saint Paul

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