Where to Eat Before a Saints Game

Make an evening of your trip to the ball game with a stop at one of these Saint Paul staples.

Before the St. Paul Saints take the field, take a tour of the Lowertown food scene. From craft beer to Asian-fusion, you shouldn’t pass on the chance to try the variety of food genres that this dining district has to offer.

Barrel Theory

The cozy taproom at Barrel Theory offers a diverse set of beers ranging from barrel aged stouts to sours, to Double IPAs for the brave drinkers in the group. Just a stones-throw from the field, you don’t want to miss it!

Barrio

Get a taste for bold Latin flavors at this vibrant tequila bar with more than 100 varieties of tequila and mezcal to choose from. Sit back and relax by the retractable garage door windows that look out to the quaint Mears Park, while you enjoy made-to-order guacamole, tacos, and enchiladas.

Big River Pizza

Looking for your run-of-the-mill pepperoni pizza? You’ll find a slice inside CHS Field or at its brick-and-mortar location just a block from the stadium.

The Bulldog Lowertown

Located on beautiful Mears Park just blocks from CHS Field, dine on The Bulldog's floral-covered patio or belly up at the bar and enjoy elevated pub grub, TVs & a wide range of rotating beers on tap.

Bullvino's Churrascaria

Bullvino’s is located in the Markethouse Collaborative and offers an immersive Brazilian Steakhouse dining experience! Bonus points: they source all of their fresh ingredients from local farmers and purveyors.

Dark Horse

Cool bar scene - check. Great food - check. Whiskey wall - yes, that too. Make your way to Dark Horse for your pre- or post-game meal. They've also brought back their BINGO and meat raffle on Saturday afternoons.

Erta Ale Ethiopian Restaurant

Translating to "smoking mountain," the name Erta Ale refers to the lava lake at the summit of an active volcano in the Ethiopian Rift Valley. Similar to how tourists and researchers seek the volcanic landscape for its unforgettable features, the restaurant aims to create that same experience of adventure with its authentic Ethiopian cuisine.

Gambit Brewing

Saint Paul's newest brewery is just a quick hop, skip and a jump from the Saints' front door. Located in the basement of the historic Pioneer Endicott Building, at Gambit Brewing you can get your hoppy fix along with house-made pizzas.

Lost Fox

Coffee shop, restaurant and cocktail bar all in one! Lost Fox has it all. Make a stop at this cozy, family-friendly location for a caffeine pick-me-up before the game, grab a delicious bite such as the kimchi chorizo queso fries or jumbo chicken wings, and have a hand-crafted cocktail.

MetroNOME Brewery

Get your pre-game craft beer fix right across the street from CHS Field when you visit MetroNOME Brewery! Plus, they feature local live music and other events almost every day of the week, so you're sure to step in on something fun.

Ox Cart Arcade & Rooftop

Nothing says game day like pregaming (or post gaming) on a gorgeous downtown rooftop. Ox Cart features a nostalgia-inspired menu of food and drinks—not to mention an arcade stocked with classic games.

Saint Dinette

Saint Dinette is the ultimate place to grab a burger—it’s been hailed as one of the best burgers in the Twin Cities since the restaurant opened in the summer of 2015. It’s also not a bad place to grab a bologna sandwich. Don’t knock it ‘til you try it.

Sawatdee

Get a taste of Thailand at Sawatdee. They first opened in 1983 and this family-run restaurant has become a local institution. Thai it, you’ll like it!

Urban Wok

Fast-casual stir-fry served up precisely to your liking. Urban Wok is a build-your-own culinary adventure—choose your base, protein, veggies and sauces and let the cooks do the rest. With gluten-free and vegan options, it's a great pregame meal for those with dietary restrictions.

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