A St. Paul City Guide
We put together a little guide to the beloved older twin, St. Paul. Helpful for those in town for an event, or if you’re just more familiar with the other side of the river. These are some of our favorite places to eat, sleep and shop.
BARS & RESTAURANTS -
Hyacinth - Mediterranean Italian, obsessed with the risotto. 790 Grand Ave., St. Paul, MN 55105
Estelle - A fun mix of Southern European inspired dishes, great wine list! 1806 St. Clair Ave., St. Paul, MN 55105
Holman’s Table - Tucked into the old St. Paul airport where you can you sit and watch the planes take off and land. 644 Bayfield St., St. Paul, MN 55107
Mucci’s Italian - Great pizza and pasta in a beautiful, intimate dining room. 786 Randolph Ave., St. Paul, MN 55102
Mancini’s - Martinis and karaoke. What else do you need to know? 531 7th St. W, St. Paul, MN 55102
The Dubliner - A fun place to end your night with darts and probably live fiddle music. 2162 University Ave. W, St. Paul, MN 55114
Meritage - A St. Paul staple where you should splurge on the $20 glass of champagne and a dozen oysters. The fries are also delicious. 410 St. Peter St., St. Paul, MN 55102
Moscow on the Hill - A favorite patio in St. Paul. Highly recommend the Ukrainian dumplings and infused vodkas. 371 Selby Ave., St. Paul, MN 55102
HOTELS
Celeste of St. Paul - A converted convent with a ton of personality and a lobby bar. 26 E Exchange St., St. Paul, MN 55101
The Saint Paul Hotel - It’s classic, it’s beautiful, can’t go wrong. 350 Market St., St. Paul, MN 55102
SHOPPING
BlackBlue - High end menswear (and some for women). 614 Selby Ave., St. Paul, MN 55102
IDUN - Curated designer clothes for women. They’re always happy to help with fit and styling, love this place. 495 Selby Ave., St. Paul, MN 55102
Fair Play Projects - Craft kits and art supplies for kids! 1591 Selby Ave., St. Paul, MN 55104
Mother Co., Plants - Plants, pots, home goods, cute merch, beautiful shop. 162 Dale St. N, St. Paul, MN 55102
Golden Fig Fine Foods - Artisan foods, produce and lot of good gifts. 794 Grand Ave., St. Paul, MN 55105
Cooks of Crocus Hill - Another St. Paul staple - a kitchen tool and cookware store that offers classes and private events, and now has a Bellecour Bakery inside! 877 Grand Ave., St. Paul, MN 55105