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A photo of Kincaid's - St. Paul restaurant
1. Kincaid's - St. Paul
4.6
Exceptional(5057)
Price: Moderate
• Seafood • Saint Paul
Booked 42 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.
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2. The Lexington
4.8
Exceptional(3048)
Price: Expensive
• American • Saint Paul
Booked 40 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.
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3. Downtowner Woodfire Grill
4.7
Exceptional(3847)
Price: Expensive
• American • Saint Paul
Booked 36 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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4. Bullvino's Churrascaria St. Paul
4.2
Awesome(1309)
Price: Expensive
• Brazilian Steakhouse • Saint Paul
Booked 39 times today
Bullvino's Churrascaria is a family owned traditional Brazilian steakhouse located in Lowertown St. Paul, MN. Churrascaria, which translates from the Portuguese word "barbecue" is served all-you-can-eat. Roving waiters serve the barbecued meats from large skewers directly onto the seated diners' plates allowing each guest to enjoy a variety of options. Included in our flat rate pricing is our large self serve salad bar which has a wide range of salads, soups, meats, and cheeses.Bullvino's Churrascaria was established in the spring of 2021 by two partners who each have a lifetime of experience working in churrascaria style restaurants. Through their experience they have assembled a dedicated team of service professionals who have perfected the art of churrascaria down to the finest detail.Bullvino's Churrascaria is the product of a lifetime of hard work, dedication, and Brazilian pride. We welcome you to come visit and enjoy the heart o
A photo of Bennett's Chop & Railhouse restaurant
5. Bennett's Chop & Railhouse
4.4
Awesome(1365)
Price: Moderate
• Steakhouse • Saint Paul
Booked 21 times today
Bennett's Chop & Railhouse is a beloved spot in Saint Paul, known for its casual steakhouse atmosphere and top-quality meats. Reviewers rave about the welcoming chill atmosphere, the excellent service, and the delicious food. They especially recommend the appetizers and the extensive menu. One reviewer celebrated their birthday at Bennett's and appreciated the free shuttle service to a concert, showing the versatility of the venue. Whether it's a casual happy hour or a special night out, Bennett's always delivers.
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6. Crasqui
4.9
Exceptional(107)
Price: Very Expensive
• Venezuelan • Saint Paul
Booked 4 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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7. Boca Chica Restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(1408)
Price: Moderate
• Mexican • Saint Paul
Booked 24 times today
Boca Chica Mexican Restaurant has served the flavorful, authentic cuisine of Mexico since 1964. It was then that Guillermo and Gloria Frias opened the doors to their new restaurant that seated only 28 patrons. Today, Boca Chica has grown substantially and is rated "one of the best Mexican restaurants in the Twin Cities," according to the Minneapolis-St. Paul Magazine’s March 2018 issue.The authenticity of the food is maintained by making everything from scratch, the old-fashioned way, with fresh ingredients. Even the fiery salsa is still made with fresh tomatoes, chiles, and that special Frias family touch. Our menu includes some of the more traditional foods such as guisados, sopes, carne asada, chile rellenos, and tamales. Taste is never compromised. We also have a full bar featuring the city’s best selection of Mexican beers and premium tequilas. Voted "Best Margarita" by City Pages.
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8. joan's in the Park
5.0
Exceptional(2129)
Price: Very Expensive
• American • Saint Paul
Booked 12 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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9. Buca di Beppo - St. Paul
4.3
Awesome(1152)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Saint Paul
Booked 16 times today
If you are looking for an Italian Restaurant in St. Paul, MN then come to Buca. Our Italian Restaurant serves Authentic Family Style Italian Food. When you want plentiful portions of the best tasting Italian food, you better go to Buca. Located on Gannon Road, in a bend of the Mississippi River, your St. Paul Buca is serving up authentic Italian pastas, entrees, and pizzas for lunch and dinner every day.
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10. Baldamar
4.9
Exceptional(7066)
Price: Expensive
• Steak • Roseville
Booked 118 times today
If you're going to take your name from a badass like the patron saint of blacksmiths, you better be able to back it up. Baldamar marks the turning point where we usher in the new standard for style, service and steak. It means the menu’s made with old-world craft at its core and modern day meat eaters in mind — with flavors forged in fire and folded into pure primal perfection. It’s where every steak is aged 40 days and 40 nights for a taste of biblical proportion, and where crazy-fresh seafood means it was caught during your morning commute. At the bar sits every spirit imaginable, and someone who isn’t afraid to use them. This is more than a new steakhouse. It’s a line in the sand. It’s not just where you celebrate special occasions. It’s where you create them.*A 20% Service Fee is added to all groups of 6 or more.
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  • Tara
    Minneapolis - St. Paul •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    We decided to try a new-to-me Brazilian steakhouse. One of the first people who came to our table was Nate, and we recognized him because he used to work at another BSH that we no longer go to. His service was always excellent and he was missed, so it was nice to find him here. The service at BullVino was really good, we were checked in on every few minutes to see if there was anything we wanted to circle by again, our drinks were kept topped off, and there was no real wait before a new option was brought to the table. The portions were really nice, instead of one tiny piece of steak we were served large portions. The top shelf meats were brought by more than once and they were all delicious. In a side by side, the only minor difference between BV and Fogo is that BV's salad bar is smaller, but if you're going to a Brazilian steak house for the salad bar, I question your life choices. Five stars, we will definitely be back.
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    Bullvino's Churrascaria St. PaulPrice: Expensive• Brazilian Steakhouse• Saint Paul
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    4.2
  • Sandra
    Minneapolis - St. Paul •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Friendly and efficient staff. Delicious food. Cozy atmosphere and an overall great dining experience.
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    Downtowner Woodfire GrillPrice: Expensive• American• Saint Paul
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    4.7
  • Michele
    Minneapolis - St. Paul •12 reviews
    4.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    We love Kincaid's. Often go there pre-theater at Ordway. Last night was extremely busy- both a Wild Game and Ordway performance. Kitchen was a little backed up so we ended up having to take dinner to go after waiting for approximately 40 minutes. That being said, the dinner was delicious- I ate half of my seafood pasta after the show and the rest will be my lunch for today. Very generous portion with a lot of crab but only 4 shrimp.
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    Kincaid's - St. PaulPrice: Moderate• Seafood• Saint Paul
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    4.6
  • TimmVIP
    Minneapolis - St. Paul •12 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    We always have a great experience at the Lexington! The food is flavorful and the service is very attentive.
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    The LexingtonPrice: Expensive• American• Saint Paul
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    4.8
  • Perry
    Minneapolis - St. Paul •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Mar 6, 2025
    Friendly, very good service - best fries in St. Paul!
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    Bennett's Chop & RailhousePrice: Moderate• Steakhouse• Saint Paul
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    4.4

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