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!

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.

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.

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!

1881 Eating House

For the first time in its 40-year history, The Lake Elmo Inn opened a new restaurant and it's in Union Depot. The name, "1881," pays homage to both the year Union Depot and the Inn opened, fusing the charm of the storied pasts with a modern, culinary experience. Menu items include an array of modern American eats like steak, walleye, porkchops, and decked-out salads.


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