Where to Eat Along West 7th
Stretching from the edge of downtown, this iconic street is packed with incredible neighborhood bars, grab-and-go hotspots, and beloved city classics.
Deep Dive into the Wealth of Great Dinning
Sink your teeth into the smorgasbord of tasty bites from juicy burgers and pizza by-the-slice to charred steaks and endless craft beer along this legendary strip of businesses in Saint Paul.
Rise and Shine
Brake Bread is a community-supported bakery that makes naturally leavened breads (otherwise known as sourdough) sourced from wild yeast and baked in a stone oven. It operates from a walk-up window service Wednesday-Sunday mornings and offers a climate-controlled school bus for extra seating to enjoy your tasty treats.
A beloved breakfast spot, Day by Day Cafe serves American classic eye-openers like eggs your way and crispy hash browns. There is also a selection of sandwiches for mid-day fare. In the summertime, the backyard patio is a haven of green space in the middle of the city.
An Irish coffee shop featuring specialty drinks, teas, scones, and other baked goodies crafted in-house.
This converted, historic firehouse houses an eatery dedicated to breakfast and good feelings. The dishes at Hope are almost outlandish in decadence, like the fried chicken and waffles doused in a jalapeno-spiked syrup, or the carrot cake pancakes with candied walnuts and cream cheese maple syrup.
Pre-and Post-Game Hotspots
The sister restaurant to The Nook, this Irish hotspot features ample seating, live music entertainment, free shuttles to and from Grand Casino Arena events, and plenty of Juicy Lucy burgers to go around.
This sports bar is a hockey lover's dream! This pub is owned by former NHL player and longtime Wild color commentator Tom Reid. The walls are adorned with over 400 pieces of hockey memorabilia, including jerseys, sticks, photos, and autographed items from the biggest names in the game.
Not only is this fantastic bar and restaurant an ideal stop for a little game day viewing, it’s also the single best indoor/outdoor patio in the city. Surrounded by glass, McGovern's is a gorgeous spot and perfect for enjoying all elements from the sunshine to the snowfall during our longest season. Inside, the historic bar has all the old wood elements that make a room feel extra cozy.
A wide-open beer hall ready for a Bavarian good time just a few steps from Downtown Saint Paul. New Bohemia has become a small, local chain of beer and wurst around the Twin Cities. Stop by for a massive tap list and a giant, dark pretzel.
A destination for happy campers! The Seventh Street Truck Park takes the fun of curbside eating and brings it inside with converted trucks serving up fried chicken, street tacos, pizza, and dry rub wings. Wash it all down with a signature, and delicious, Kool Aid Cocktail.
Located across the street from Grand Casino Arena, this sports bar and restaurant makes for the perfect spot to grab some pre-or-post-event grub with classic options like pizzas, pastas, and hoagies.
Casual Hangouts
This classic neighborhood bar is the perfect place to eat, drink, laugh, and jam out to music while watching (or gearing up for) your favorite sports games. Whether you're there to snack on a glizzy and curds or to just hang out with the locals, it's the perfect place to be on gameday, and every day.
This is the oldest surviving commercial building in the Twin Cities! Experience the likes of a traditional German biergarten and saloon serving up house made lagers, wursts and honest fare.
This spacious brewhouse pours up a massive selection of rotating and seasonal brews. Plus, enjoy a lineup of local food trucks alongside regular events like trivia, board game night, and more.
Date Night
Parlour Bar built its reputation in Minneapolis as an exceptional place for cocktails and a legendary burger. The Saint Paul location takes all of that and then adds more, with an expanded menu and plenty of space to spread out in.
Mancini’s is a Saint Paul icon and a living piece of history that honors its past while serving the present. Step inside this swank steak house to see the walls tastefully lined in memorabilia, telling the story of the long-serving restaurant specializing in char-cooked steaks and toasts.
Slide into the supper club vibes of Bennett's Chop and Railhouse, a fantastic West 7th bar and restaurant that’s as suitable for a celebratory family dinner as it is for a quick bar and a snippet of a Wild game. As much as it’s a fantastic stop for a steak and house-made chopped salad, Bennett’s is also an undersung burger destination.
This family-run restaurant has been serving Italian classics since the 1930s. Founded by a successful bootlegger, the history at Degidios is as rich as its famous red sauce. Generations of families gather around giant plates of pasta or even a crisp Cesar salad. It’s as suitable for an intimate date night as it is for lunch with grandma.
Owner Tim Niver is a leader in hospitality in the Twin Cities dining world. He and his long-serving staff make every guest inside this cozy little spot feel right at home. On Mucci's menu are red sauce classics like the lasagna, aka “layers of love,” tiramisu, and their famous fried crust pizzas.
Dine Your Way Through Saint Paul
Dine in Highland Park & Mac-Groveland
East Side Eats
Where to Eat in Downtown
Where to Eat in Lowertown
Explore More
Related Content:
Tavial Grill
1199 W 7th St St. Paul, Minnesota 55102 (651) 298-1000 West 7th
