The best bars & nightlife in St. Paul

Intimate eatery & cocktail lounge with snacks, bruschetta & New American plates meant for sharing.

2551 Lyndale Ave S (Minneapolis)

Rustic-chic spot pairing craft cocktails and wine with pizzas, pastas, oysters, and Italian small plates.

201 N Washington Ave (Minneapolis)

Cozy neighborhood eatery for upscale Burgers and other American dishes with a casual vibe, plus a bar with craft cocktails on tap and a…

128 Cleveland Ave N (St Paul)

Casual, cozy, modern café serving coffee and wine flights alongside sandwiches and pastries.

114 E Hennepin Ave (Minneapolis)

Relaxed bistro featuring refined American & Continental cuisine plus a playful tiki bar.

359 13th Ave NE (Minneapolis)

All-day neighborhood bistro with a vibrant, hip ambiance presenting French fare & live music.

1600 W Lake St (Minneapolis)

Beer, wine, and spirits served in an easygoing neighborhood bar.

4307 Upton Ave S (Minneapolis)

Snug, homey bar featuring an array of wines by the glass & bottle, plus snacks & nightly live music.

2827 Hennepin Ave (Minneapolis)

Low-key gay bar offering cocktails, local beers, drag shows & TVs for soccer matches.

1415 University Ave W (St Paul)

American cuisine & cocktails served in a sophisticated atmosphere with a range of live music.

6161 Hwy 65 NE (Minneapolis)

Relaxed local pub chain serving craft beers & cocktails, plus burgers, pot pies & tacos.

1734 Adolphus St (Maplewood)

Craving classic, zero-pretense bar grub this week? Sgt Peppers delivers the goods with cheese curds, deep fried pickles, wings, stacked…

930 Helena Ave N (Oakdale)

Located in a bar basement, this comedy club has frequent shows & free Friday open-mic nights.

400 E Hennepin Ave Basement (Minneapolis)

Laid-back eatery with a rotating menu featuring local & Spanish tapas & mains, plus natural wines.

1914 N Washington Ave (Minneapolis)

Comfortable venue hosting regular shows by nationally touring comedians, plus food and drinks.

490 Robert St N (St Paul)

Busy hangout with burgers & other bar foods, plus sports on many TVs, pool & live entertainment.

950 Helena Ave N (Oakdale)

Cool hangout with a patio, pub grub & self-self taps of local craft beers, including house brews.

2864 Hwy 55 (Eagan)

Warm hangout with a wine list featuring bottles and flights from around the globe.

1434 W 31st St (Minneapolis)

Convivial nightspot featuring comedy headliners, plus a bar, restaurant & dinner-show packages.

708 N 1st St (Minneapolis)

Modern lounge & piano bar with cocktails & a full calendar of entertainment, including cabaret.

490 Robert St N (St Paul)

Unfussy neighborhood pub offering American & Mediterranean cuisine, karaoke & arcade games.

1448 Yankee Doodle Rd (Eagan)

Casual venue for weddings and other events, showcasing aging wines, artwork and eclectic decor.

6415 Cambridge St (Minneapolis)

Airy hangout with a patio & an industrial vibe offering a cider menu, plus crêpes & pickleball.

701 SE 9th St (Minneapolis)

Wine-focused bistro for flights and bottles with a casual atmosphere and charcuterie.

1129 Washington Ave S (Minneapolis)

Festive wine bar and eatery pairing seasonal Mediterranean eats with Spanish wines, sangria and cocktails, plus brunch.

508 N Washington Ave Ste 120 (Minneapolis)