The best restaurants in St. Paul

Straightforward restaurant preparing tacos, burritos & queso fundido, plus nachos & salsa.

5447 Nicollet Ave (Minneapolis)

Create-your-own pairings of cocktails, wine flights, small plates & charcuterie at this cozy spot.

2124 Marshall St NE (Minneapolis)

Modern restaurant offering a classic Japanese menu of raw fish, grilled meats, teriyaki & tempura.

1675 County Rd C West (Roseville)

Intimate, farm-to-fork trattoria featuring traditional, from-scratch Italian fare & ample wines.

5325 Lyndale Ave S (Minneapolis)

Stylish locale offering modern Italian food, wine & cocktails, plus a seasonal patio & pergola bar.

4724 Cedar Ave S (Minneapolis)

Neighborhood pizzeria known for its square-cut, Sota-style pies with vegan options, hoagies, and more.

2851 Johnson St NE (Minneapolis)

Casual eatery featuring a menu of fresh sushi and hand rolls, including a bluefin tuna option.

2819 Nicollet Ave (Minneapolis)

Simple joint serving spinach-artichoke dip & wood-fired pizzas, including design-your-own versions.

96 Broadway St NE (Minneapolis)

Stylish, contemporary restaurant serving sushi specialties, plus sake & cocktails.

116 N 1st Ave (Minneapolis)

Enduring, family-run eatery & bar serving Italian classics & some American food in a casual space.

425 7th St W (St Paul)

Thin-crust pies, burgers, wings, beers & lots of sports TVs in a space with World War II decor.

875 45th Ave NE (Minneapolis)

Unassuming neighborhood go-to for red-sauce favorites, pizzas, sandwiches, chicken & burgers.

961 Rice St (St Paul)

Casual Japanese eatery for all-you-can-eat sushi, tempura & hibachi buffets or items off the menu.

2100 Snelling Ave N #80 (Roseville)

Elevated takes on classic Japanese cuisine & sushi, plus cocktails, served in modern surrounds.

33 N 1st Ave (Minneapolis)

Relaxed Japanese conveyor belt restaurant offering sushi, sashimi, poke bowls & ramen.

1200 Nicollet Mall STE C3 (Minneapolis)

Cozy neighborhood spot offering cooked-to-order pasta & risotto with Italian wines & daily specials.

5000 Penn Ave S (Minneapolis)

Mexican market & cafe serving classic eats, such as tacos, enchiladas & tamales, cafeteria-style.

175 Cesar Chavez St (St Paul)

Modest eatery featuring an all-you-can-eat Asian buffet stocked with Chinese fare, sushi & more.

1201 S Robert St #17 (West St Paul)

Fresh tacos from the trompo are served at this friendly eatery.

1322 Rice St (St Paul)

Part of an Italian food complex, this cafeteria-style setup serves classic pastas, hot subs & pizza.

211 7th St W (St Paul)

Low-key joint serving up hearty portions of pasta, pizza & American breakfast standards.

1786 Minnehaha Ave E (St Paul)

Warm restaurant & bar serving American staples & booze in a woody, TV-equipped setting.

991 Lexington Pkwy N (St Paul)

Bustling, no-frills joint serving up burgers, including the cheese-stuffed Juicy Lucy & beers.

492 Hamline Ave S (St Paul)

Quaint Korean lounge serving Korean specialities, as well as burgers, sides & desserts.

1124 Payne Ave (St Paul)

Founded in 1986, Hovie's keeps it classic in a homey, sports-loving nook, dishing the kind of diner comfort South Minneapolis mornings…

1450 Yankee Doodle Rd (Eagan)

Andiamo Italian Ristorante is that casual, family-friendly spot for comforting plates, a glass of something nice, and zero dishes…

1750 Weir Dr #15 (Woodbury)

Shark Fish & Chicken is all about fresh seafood and seriously crispy chicken, from hot fish fillets to juicy fried pieces that hit the…

5708 Brookdale Dr N (Minneapolis)

When you want that Twin Cities to Spain escape, Rincón 38 serves shareable Spanish tapas with cozy, old world vibes. Since 2012, this…

3801 Grand Ave S (Minneapolis)

Casual restaurant specializing in Mediterranean staples such as gyros and wraps.

1930 Donegal Dr Ste 200 (Woodbury)

Unfussy BBQ joint offering meats, sides & various sauces, plus craft beers in simple surrounds.

3390 Coachman Rd #204 (Eagan)

Counter-order restaurant serving design-your-own Italian food including wraps, pastas & salads.

345 Radio Dr Building N, Space 101 (Woodbury)

Local counter-serve chain offering burgers, sides & shakes, plus breakfast items, in a modern space.

855 Vikings Pkwy (Eagan)

Local counter-serve chain offering burgers, sides & shakes, plus breakfast items, in a modern space.

1960 Donegal Dr Ste 5 (Woodbury)

BBQ chain eatery featuring house-smoked meats, stuffed baked potatoes & classic sides.

3090 Courthouse Ln Ste 100 (Eagan)

Western-themed bar and restaurant with a Southwestern menu, wall-to-wall TVs, and games such as blackjack and bingo.

546 Commons Dr (Woodbury)

Spacious bakery-cafe with a casual feel serving breakfast, sandwiches, pancakes and tacos.

8340 City Centre Dr (Woodbury)

Local tavern chain serving cheese-stuffed burgers, pub grub & more in a laid-back surrounds.

2289 Minnehaha Ave E (Maplewood)

Chain dishing up wings, tenders & burgers, plus sauces ranging from sweet to very spicy.

1280 Promenade Pl (Eagan)

Casual, fountain-backed eatery offering burgers, pizzas and wings.

1288 Promenade Pl (Eagan)

Casual pizzeria chain serving classic & creative pies, plus wings, sandwiches & pasta.

3250 Denmark Ave (Eagan)

Family-friendly buffet chain featuring all-you-can-eat American fare, plus salad & dessert bars.

3000 White Bear Ave #4 (Maplewood)

Casual counter-serve chain serving a variety of chicken wings & sides.

1278 Town Centre Dr #190 (Eagan)

Unassuming strip-mall restaurant offering Vietnamese specialties & Chinese standards.

1272 Town Centre Dr (Eagan)

Easygoing restaurant & bar with tavern food such as burgers, pizza & sandwiches, plus Sunday brunch.

772 Bielenberg Dr (Woodbury)

Low-key eatery serving spicy chicken wings in a wide variety of sauces, plus burgers & draft beer.

7129 10th St N (Oakdale)

Casual pizzeria serving deep-dish pies and a range of other comfort foods, plus beers and wine.

3450 Pilot Knob Rd (Eagan)

Lively chain steakhouse serving American fare with a Southwestern spin amid Texas-themed decor.

209 Radio Dr (Woodbury)

Japanese restaurant featuring hibachi & specialty rolls from a lunch & dinner buffet or à la carte.

1250 Town Centre Dr (Eagan)

Airy, clean crêperie serving a variety of crêpes (sweet and savory, plus some vegan ones) alongside coffee drinks and wine.

265 Radio Dr K (Woodbury)

Made-to-order burgers & milkshakes fill out the menu at this quick-serve chain with retro decor.

8470 City Centre Dr H (Woodbury)

Relaxed family-friendly chain bar & grill serving American fare, plus deep-dish pizzas.

6025 Hudson Rd (Woodbury)

Casual chain serving cooked-to-order Korean fried chicken, plus other traditional eats.

1348 Town Centre Dr (Eagan)

50s-themed diner serving up an array of traditional American dishes in a colorful, bright interior.

3448 Denmark Ave (Eagan)

Popular delivery, carry-out & dine-in chain known for pizza, wings & pasta, plus sides & desserts.

1653 Weir Dr (Woodbury)

Casual burger-and-fries joint with TVs for sports fans and a patio, plus wine, beer and cocktails.

7325 Currell Blvd (Woodbury)

Counter-serve joint dishing up creative breakfast favorites and morning cocktails in a casual space.

1930 Donegal Dr Ste 100 (Woodbury)

Casual counter-serve chain serving a variety of chicken wings & sides.

7455 Currell Blvd (Woodbury)

Modest setup popular for its hearty all-American breakfasts also serves soups, salads & sandwiches.

803 Bielenberg Dr (Woodbury)

Cozy eatery for Ecuadorian and Latin-inspired fare such as burgers and pizzas, plus craft beer and cocktails.

230 Cedar Lake Rd S (Minneapolis)

Cozy space featuring a menu of global eats alongside cocktails and wine.

3344 Promenade Ave (Eagan)

Thin-crust & deep-dish pizzas, plus salads & sandwiches, served in a brick-lined storefront.

1438 Yankee Doodle Rd (Eagan)

Industrial-chic bar with burgers, tacos, sandwiches & craft beers, plus bocce & pull tabs.

12530 Ulysses St NE (Minneapolis)

Upscale Restaurant serving American comfort dishes to salads as well as craft cocktails and wine.

9240 Hudson Rd (Woodbury)

Long-running pizza joint with a take-n-bake option plus pasta & sandwiches in no-frills digs.

1560 Woodlane Dr (Woodbury)

Longtime local pizza chain offering plenty of topping options, hoagies & salads.

1665 Yankee Doodle Rd (Eagan)

Casual pizzeria turning out coal-fired, thin-crust specialty pies, with craft beers on tap & wine.

600 N Washington Ave (Minneapolis)

Nostalgic diner with an extensive menu of American classics, plus malts & blue-plate specials.

1340 Duckwood Dr (Eagan)

Enduring regional chain offering traditional pizzas in unpretentious environs.

3442 Denmark Ave (St Paul)

Warm restaurant for Southern-inspired staples like fried chicken, brisket, ribs, and catfish.

1424 Weir Dr (Woodbury)

Pizzeria in Kowalski's Markets offering artisanal coal-fired pies, deep dish pizzas, and a selection of beer.

8505 Valley Creek Rd Ste 200 (Woodbury)

Local pizzeria chain serving creative pies, pasta & hoagies, plus beer & wine, in a casual setting.

119 N 4th St (Minneapolis)

Counter-order restaurant serving design-your-own Italian food including wraps, pastas & salads.

3380 Central Park Village Dr (Eagan)

Brick-walled pub with 70 taps rotating craft beer, a bourbon selection, and locally sourced burgers.

8418 Tamarack Village (Woodbury)

Pizza, burgers, and local beers served in a casual bar offering laser tag and axe throwing.

7053 10th St N (Oakdale)

Long-lasting pizzeria serving inventive pies, pasta dishes & burgers in unfussy environs.

4106 Lakeland Ave N (Minneapolis)