Food scene
Best burger in Saint Paul! Also has a location in North Loop, Mpls. which is just as fun!
13 locals recommend
Parlour St. Paul
267 7th St WBest burger in Saint Paul! Also has a location in North Loop, Mpls. which is just as fun!
Amazing food! Exceptional service. A unique experience you won't forget.
12 locals recommend
Tongue in Cheek
989 Payne AveAmazing food! Exceptional service. A unique experience you won't forget.
This is just a phenomenal neighborhood bar. Everything is good, from the top shelf drinks to the bartenders who know which beer to pour a regular as they cross the threshold to the hearty comforts of the amped-up bar food menu from chef Torrence Beevers.
17 locals recommend
Brunson's Pub
956 Payne AveThis is just a phenomenal neighborhood bar. Everything is good, from the top shelf drinks to the bartenders who know which beer to pour a regular as they cross the threshold to the hearty comforts of the amped-up bar food menu from chef Torrence Beevers.
Union Hmong Kitchen is the best place to order a takeout feast built to share with others.
Union Hmong Kitchen
520 North 4th StreetUnion Hmong Kitchen is the best place to order a takeout feast built to share with others.
One of the most romantic dining destinations in the Twin Cities is Meritage in downtown St. Paul. Chef Russell Klein’s fare is hearty in the winter, light and lovely in the summer, and decadently briney around Oysterfest time.
34 locals recommend
Meritage
410 St Peter StOne of the most romantic dining destinations in the Twin Cities is Meritage in downtown St. Paul. Chef Russell Klein’s fare is hearty in the winter, light and lovely in the summer, and decadently briney around Oysterfest time.
Intimacy, comfort, and Italian romance dominate the little dining room of Hyacinth. Chef-owner Rikki Giambruno relocated from running a popular New York restaurant to St. Paul and brought all his talent to this neighborhood spot serving a succinct menu that changes often depending on what is at its peak seasonality
Hyacinth
790 Grand AveIntimacy, comfort, and Italian romance dominate the little dining room of Hyacinth. Chef-owner Rikki Giambruno relocated from running a popular New York restaurant to St. Paul and brought all his talent to this neighborhood spot serving a succinct menu that changes often depending on what is at its peak seasonality
This family-owned eatery on St. Paul’s West 7th Street has been around since the wild Prohibition days when the area was home to members of organized crime. Nowadays, the restaurant is a bastion for deeply satisfying cheese and red-sauce-covered Italian comforts.
11 locals recommend
DeGidio's
425 7th St WThis family-owned eatery on St. Paul’s West 7th Street has been around since the wild Prohibition days when the area was home to members of organized crime. Nowadays, the restaurant is a bastion for deeply satisfying cheese and red-sauce-covered Italian comforts.
Salsas and sauces are made entirely from scratch, like the irresistible cashew and chile de abról salsa served with their just-fried tortilla chips. The shaved beef torta is a toasty take on a Philly cheesesteak served end-side down in a thick, spicy sauce.
15 locals recommend
Pajarito
605 7th St WSalsas and sauces are made entirely from scratch, like the irresistible cashew and chile de abról salsa served with their just-fried tortilla chips. The shaved beef torta is a toasty take on a Philly cheesesteak served end-side down in a thick, spicy sauce.
Highland Grill
771 Cleveland Ave SDelicious. So much so that it made it on my Mpls food scene too!!!
This place has delicious desserts and is right on Grand Avenue where you can find some wonderful shopping too.
70 locals recommend
Cafe Latte
850 Grand AveThis place has delicious desserts and is right on Grand Avenue where you can find some wonderful shopping too.
A must-visit restaurant in Saint Paul that will transport you to Saint Petersburg, even if you've never been there.
46 locals recommend
Moscow on the Hill
371 Selby AveA must-visit restaurant in Saint Paul that will transport you to Saint Petersburg, even if you've never been there.
The Saint Paul Hotel
350 N Market StGorgeous hotel with amazing brunch!
Waldmann Brewery
445 Smith Ave NThe French Hen Cafe
518 Selby AveNice breakfast spot on historic Selby Avenue in St. Paul.
This is the largest farmer's market in St. Paul, located downtown near CHS Field.
47 locals recommend
St. Paul Farmers Market
290 5th St EThis is the largest farmer's market in St. Paul, located downtown near CHS Field.
Saint Paul Art Murals
These are just a few of the amazing art murals that live in Saint Paul. Visit this website to get access to the map so you can visit them all. They're very close to each other :)
https://creativeenterprisezone.org/
Mural at the Universe Buildings, 670 Vandalia Street. These hands are across from the Dubliner pub. It’s an area where a lot of laborers work. I love that the hands are feminine and hard working.
https://creativeenterprisezone.org/
670 Vandalia St
670 Vandalia StreetMural at the Universe Buildings, 670 Vandalia Street. These hands are across from the Dubliner pub. It’s an area where a lot of laborers work. I love that the hands are feminine and hard working.
https://creativeenterprisezone.org/
Grab a beer and check out the mural here.
https://creativeenterprisezone.org/
8 locals recommend
Dual Citizen Brewing Company
725 Raymond AveGrab a beer and check out the mural here.
https://creativeenterprisezone.org/
809 Carleton St
809 Carleton StreetAsk Why Mural
https://creativeenterprisezone.org/
Budget Sign Shop, Inc.
2474 West Territorial Roadhttps://creativeenterprisezone.org/
Mural art
2327 Wycliff St
2327 Wycliff StreetThis mural is beautiful and haunting at the same time.
I love the artist Biafra, he's a local favorite too.
The north side of the Bro-Tex building in St. Paul looks like a page from a comic book since last fall’s Chroma Zone Mural Festival.
Artist Biafra’s brightly colored character peers from the cement wall, removing her sunglasses to better witness a ship sinking. The doomed ship can only be seen reflected in her glasses.
Biafra explained that his mural, “Crisis,” was inspired by America’s current political and social climate. “Right now, our country is so divided on everything and everyone is at each other’s throats,” he said. “Our country is slowly sinking, and we are just standing by watching it happen.”
Biafra completed “Crisis,” his largest solo mural to date, with 30 cans of spray paint last September during the Chroma Zone Festival. The Bro-Tex building is located at 800 N. Hampden Ave.
“I had a great time with Chroma Zone. I only wish the weather had been better,” Biafra said. “It was great to see so many people out and about, wandering around the neighborhood checking out the murals and talking with each other.”
Biafra confessed that he enjoys checking out the murals every couple of weeks. “I really like looking at the bright colors.”
Biafra’s biography swears that he hadn’t planned on being an artist. But after creating some stencils for his skateboard (and becoming interested then in graffiti and screen printing) he traded his education major for an art major, earning his Bachelor of Fine Arts from the University of Minnesota. He describes his work as “text heavy and hard lines.” He said he uses comic book characters because they “are instantly relatable to every generation and represent an idealistic time.”
800 N Hampden Ave
800 North Hampden AvenueI love the artist Biafra, he's a local favorite too.
The north side of the Bro-Tex building in St. Paul looks like a page from a comic book since last fall’s Chroma Zone Mural Festival.
Artist Biafra’s brightly colored character peers from the cement wall, removing her sunglasses to better witness a ship sinking. The doomed ship can only be seen reflected in her glasses.
Biafra explained that his mural, “Crisis,” was inspired by America’s current political and social climate. “Right now, our country is so divided on everything and everyone is at each other’s throats,” he said. “Our country is slowly sinking, and we are just standing by watching it happen.”
Biafra completed “Crisis,” his largest solo mural to date, with 30 cans of spray paint last September during the Chroma Zone Festival. The Bro-Tex building is located at 800 N. Hampden Ave.
“I had a great time with Chroma Zone. I only wish the weather had been better,” Biafra said. “It was great to see so many people out and about, wandering around the neighborhood checking out the murals and talking with each other.”
Biafra confessed that he enjoys checking out the murals every couple of weeks. “I really like looking at the bright colors.”
Biafra’s biography swears that he hadn’t planned on being an artist. But after creating some stencils for his skateboard (and becoming interested then in graffiti and screen printing) he traded his education major for an art major, earning his Bachelor of Fine Arts from the University of Minnesota. He describes his work as “text heavy and hard lines.” He said he uses comic book characters because they “are instantly relatable to every generation and represent an idealistic time.”
Parks & Nature
Mears Park
221 5th St EBeautiful green space in the quieter side of the twin cities
The best of Saint Paul at this green space with plenty of people watching, walking/biking paths, and places to relax.
25 locals recommend
Harriet Island
The best of Saint Paul at this green space with plenty of people watching, walking/biking paths, and places to relax.
This spot is gorgeous and even though it's right in the title; a little hidden from populations of people.
18 locals recommend
Hidden Falls Regional Park
1313 Hidden Falls DrThis spot is gorgeous and even though it's right in the title; a little hidden from populations of people.
This beautiful park in Saint Paul is also very close to the Como Zoo and the Como conservatory.
12 locals recommend
Como Regional Park Pool
1151 Wynne AveThis beautiful park in Saint Paul is also very close to the Como Zoo and the Como conservatory.
This is a gorgeous spot to walk/people watch and see the city views.
18 locals recommend
Raspberry Island
This is a gorgeous spot to walk/people watch and see the city views.
Entertainment & Activities
CHS Field
360 N Broadway StSaints games are always a lot of fun!
Always 12 days of fun ending Labor Day, the Great Minnesota Get-Together welcomes 2 million guests annually to a world-class showcase of livestock, agriculture, horse, art, talent and creative activities competitions; 500 food items; 900 free entertainment shows; the Mighty Midway and Kidway; Grandstand concert series; 1,000 vendors; exhibits for kids and adults; and more! The 2021 State Fair runs Aug. 26-Sept. 6. The 2022 fair is Aug. 25-Sept. 5, and the 2023 fair is Aug. 24-Sept. 4.
69 locals recommend
Minnesota State Fair
1265 Snelling Ave NAlways 12 days of fun ending Labor Day, the Great Minnesota Get-Together welcomes 2 million guests annually to a world-class showcase of livestock, agriculture, horse, art, talent and creative activities competitions; 500 food items; 900 free entertainment shows; the Mighty Midway and Kidway; Grandstand concert series; 1,000 vendors; exhibits for kids and adults; and more! The 2021 State Fair runs Aug. 26-Sept. 6. The 2022 fair is Aug. 25-Sept. 5, and the 2023 fair is Aug. 24-Sept. 4.
The Science Museum of Minnesota is one of the state’s most popular museums, with a reach that extends well beyond its riverfront location in downtown Saint Paul. In addition to its beloved visitor place, which serves hundreds of thousands of people each year with its engaging exhibits, breathtaking giant screen films, and engaging special events, Science Museum education programs touch students in all of Minnesota’s 87 counties each year, and its research programs span the globe.
235 locals recommend
Science Museum of Minnesota
120 W Kellogg BlvdThe Science Museum of Minnesota is one of the state’s most popular museums, with a reach that extends well beyond its riverfront location in downtown Saint Paul. In addition to its beloved visitor place, which serves hundreds of thousands of people each year with its engaging exhibits, breathtaking giant screen films, and engaging special events, Science Museum education programs touch students in all of Minnesota’s 87 counties each year, and its research programs span the globe.
An interactive museum with both permanent and changing exhibits, the Minnesota History Center hosts concerts, lectures, family days and other special events throughout the year. The building is also home to the Minnesota Historical Society library and archives, a research destination for schoolchildren, family historians and academics.
138 locals recommend
Minnesota History Center
345 W Kellogg BlvdAn interactive museum with both permanent and changing exhibits, the Minnesota History Center hosts concerts, lectures, family days and other special events throughout the year. The building is also home to the Minnesota Historical Society library and archives, a research destination for schoolchildren, family historians and academics.
Summit Avenue is a historic street worthy of a walk to see all the old mansions and beautiful trees.
21 locals recommend
Summit Avenue
Summit AvenueSummit Avenue is a historic street worthy of a walk to see all the old mansions and beautiful trees.
Concerts & Sports this arena is the epi-center of events in Saint Paul.
132 locals recommend
Xcel Energy Center
199 W Kellogg BlvdConcerts & Sports this arena is the epi-center of events in Saint Paul.
Rugged stone, massive scale, fine detail and ingenious mechanical systems recall the powerful presence of James J. Hill, builder of the Great Northern Railway. Guides lead tours that help you imagine family and servant life in the Gilded Age mansion, the setting of the public and private lives of the Hill family. The James J. Hill House is a National Historic Landmark. The home also includes an art gallery, which features work from the Minnesota Historical Society's collections.
71 locals recommend
James J. Hill House
240 Summit AvenueRugged stone, massive scale, fine detail and ingenious mechanical systems recall the powerful presence of James J. Hill, builder of the Great Northern Railway. Guides lead tours that help you imagine family and servant life in the Gilded Age mansion, the setting of the public and private lives of the Hill family. The James J. Hill House is a National Historic Landmark. The home also includes an art gallery, which features work from the Minnesota Historical Society's collections.
I love this zoo and the conservatory is one of my favorite spots to visit in the winter when I need some greenery and color!
278 locals recommend
Como Park Zoo & Conservatory
1225 Estabrook DrI love this zoo and the conservatory is one of my favorite spots to visit in the winter when I need some greenery and color!
The Ordway Center, downtown St. Paul on Rice Park is known as one of the top performing art venues in the nation. The Ordway presents a robust schedule of theatre, dance, music, family events, and educational programs.
65 locals recommend
Ordway Center for the Performing Arts
345 Washington StThe Ordway Center, downtown St. Paul on Rice Park is known as one of the top performing art venues in the nation. The Ordway presents a robust schedule of theatre, dance, music, family events, and educational programs.