Lowertown Eats
This urban center welcomes visitors to delve into a variety of eateries spanning from chill breweries, rooftop hangouts, quaint bakeries, and more!
Cafes & Coffee Shops
Phe Coffee
Located across the street from CHS Field, is cozy cafe features the best of Vietnamese coffee delights and delicious pastries to compliment. The establishment prides itself in being a women, immigrant, Asian, military owned family business in Lowertown.
Keys's Cafe
Though there are nine total Keys locations in the Twin Cities, the renowned Minnesota breakfast joint calls Saint Paul home. The downtown location isn’t the original (that one is located on Raymond Avenue in Saint Anthony Park), but it serves up the same all-day breakfast deliciousness as the others.
So Yen Desserts
This delicious bakery across the street from the iconic Saint Paul Farmer's market features a fusion of sweet flavors inspired by Italian, Thai and Hmong cuisines. Known for their hand-rolled brioche donuts, the bakery is also home to a selection of cheesecakes, crepe cakes, panna cotta and congee. But hurry fast! The donuts sell out each morning in less than two hours
The Buttered Tin
Buttered Tin has brunch down to an art form. The award-winning all-day breakfast and lunch menu includes a wide variety of tasty eats, from the uniquely tasty huevos rancheros benedict to classic breakfast sandwiches, biscuits & gravy and buttermilk pancakes.
Lost Fox
Looking for a place to post up and get some work done? Lost Fox is your spot. With ample seating, you can spread out or meet with colleagues over your favorite caffeinated beverage. But don't stop there! Throughout the day, this space transforms providing lunch, happy hour, and even dinner!
Breweries
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!
Gambit Brewing Company
This laid-back microbrewery features a collection of exceptional brews and artisanal seltzer cocktails. Stop in to taste one of their rotating selections alongside bar food favorites like pizza, hot dogs, and giant pretzels. Plus, enjoy themed entertainment from comedy open mics, vinyl night, and retro & board game night.
MetroNOME Brewery
More than just a brewery. MetroNOME's proceeds go to funding musical instruments, lessons, and education for underprivileged youth in the Twin Cities Metro Area. Stop in for a pint and know that your money is going towards something good! Plus, enjoy regular live music entertainment from a collection of local artists.
More Dining Options
Alary's Bar & Barbeque
This iconic establishment is the only Chicago Bears bar in the city. Stop in for a cold brew on tap, wood-smoked eats from Petey's BBQ, over 20 TVs to catch all of the action and free shuttles to all major Saint Paul events like the Minnesota Wild home games at the Xcel Energy Center, Minnesota Yacht Club festival and other Downtown events.
Bullvino's Churrascaria
Bullvino’s offers an immersive Brazilian Steakhouse dining experience. Bonus points: they source all of their fresh ingredients from local farmers and purveyors.
Dark Horse
After a change in ownership, this Lowertown hotspot is back this July 2025! Rediscover what made this neighborhood joint so popular, while uncovering new flavors with the reimagined menu and full bar to compliment.
Dark Horse
After a change in ownership, this Lowertown hotspot is back this July 2025! Rediscover what made this neighborhood joint so popular, while uncovering new flavors with the reimagined menu and full bar to compliment.
Erta Ale Ethiopian
Enjoy authentic Ethiopian cuisine at Erta Ale. With a goal of fostering memories through flavorful food, this establishment is sure to spark conversation through its from-scratch dishes.
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
Blending history with modern energy, this gastropub restaurant features an experience that’s bold and vibrant. Located in the heart of Lowertown at Union Depot, restaurant goers can enjoy innovative dishes, craft cocktails, and an inviting, stylish atmosphere both inside the historic train station or outdoors on the North Plaza overlooking the Downtown skyline.
The Bulldog
This neighborhood hangout features elevated pub fare with an extensive beer list to complement. Open late, it is the perfect place to wind down after an exciting event at CHS Field.
Gopher Bar
Since the 1930s this bar has been a local watering hole for locals. Head to this cash-only dive bar featuring some of the best Coneys in town and delicious bowls of ramen with a side of sass.
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