A very versatile bar! An intimate setting, more so when a…read moreband is on stage. Would definitely play here again!

The White Squirrel Bar was just okay to me. There was live music going on, which was a nice touch…read moreand probably the highlight of the visit. The inside of the bar is pretty small and felt a bit cramped, especially with how busy it was on a Sunday. They do have a back patio that is fairly large, which I appreciated, but during the day it did not feel very inviting. Without lighting or much going on, it came off a bit plain. As for drinks, I tried a non alcoholic half and half with lemonade and iced tea, which I actually really liked. I also had a mojito style cocktail that was not my favorite and tasted a bit too strong for me. The overall vibe just was not really my thing, but I could see it being more fun at night or with a bigger group.

Hahaha! I love this place and I love reading the previous reviews. Ok. It's 2025, and I don't see…read morethis becoming a brewery. What this place is is a comfy hoodie that's been worn a few times. You'll get free popcorn, Heggies pizza, I think I saw chips?, and some inexpensive beer that you can sip on while you play darts, pool, pinball and or shoot the shit with friends. Sheesh. I wish this place was closer to me. Maybe I should only give it a one star? I'd hate to wreck a good thing. I definitely will be going back. Bonus: the pinball machines are well maintained. They just need some tables in between the games. Maybe use some of that wood from the old bowling lanes. As they say, I know a guy....#tonejobber on Insta has made tables for Falling Knife, Broken Clock & 56 Brewing. He just wants a place to set his beer while playing.

Enlightened, and fascinating! I feel that the next…read moreexperience will be a whole new experience of existence. And I highly recommend the pickle in a bag. It's a momento that will stand the time!

Walking in you can tell this is an established local favorite. Service is great and the space is…read moreample. They have two different bar areas and a dining area. They also offer pull tabs, a weekend brunch, and have live music on occasion. The food selection has something for everyone, my personal favorite is the turkey club. I really enjoy their waffle fries, and not pictured, but the BLVD Fries with bleu cheese, bacon and chives are really good, too. Their cheese curds are also really good. The only thing I haven't loved is the seasoned sour cream. It is a little too salty for my taste.

I've been a loyal customer of The BLVD for years -- I've dined here regularly and have even hosted…read morean event at the restaurant. I've always enjoyed the food and atmosphere, which is why it's so frustrating to be writing this. A visit in May left me feeling disappointed -- not just because of the issue itself, but because of how it was handled. During that visit, the fly problem was overwhelming. It was difficult to enjoy the meal while constantly swatting flies away, and we even had to cover our food with napkins just to keep them off our plates. It felt unsanitary and uninviting. I understand that flies can be hard to manage in open-air spaces, but when they're this pervasive -- including in the lobby and the areas where food is being prepared -- it becomes a serious concern. In response to my feedback, I was told that "the kitchen is up to code and that the restaurant recently passed a health inspection". I don't doubt that's true, but it doesn't address the core issue I brought up. You can't fully control flies when windows and doors are left open -- but that also means you can't fully prevent hundreds of flies from entering spaces where food is being handled. That's a problem. I've thought about this a lot in the time since, and what ultimately pushed me to write this review is the complete lack of follow-up. No additional response, no real acknowledgment, and frankly, what felt like a lack of genuine care. My concerns didn't feel heard -- they felt dismissed. I truly want to continue supporting The BLVD, but unless this ongoing issue is taken seriously and addressed, I don't see myself returning. If customers are having to cover their food with napkins just to keep it fly-free, you'd hope the restaurant would offer some kind of resolution or incentive to maintain customer retention. Cleanliness and customer care should be a top priority -- and right now, neither one seems to be.

Amsterdam is a pretty cool place to go. I haven't had the pleasure of going for a show yet but I…read morehear it's a decent venue for smaller shows. The layout of the bar is cool and it's nice that you can hang out at the bar without going back into the concert space. Service has always been friendly when I've gone. It's a bar so don't expect table service, just head up to the bar to order. I haven't gotten around to trying anything on the menu yet but I've heard decent things about the food. I mostly go for the cool atmosphere and cheap drink options. I'll definitely be back, especially during the summer when I can ride my bike into downtown more easily!

This place is 3 stars. The bartender was lovely. The beers were cheap and tasty, I had the organic…read moreBlack IPA and the Cherry Chouffe which comes in a 8 oz pour because it has a high ABV. Both were delicious. I like dark beers and these two didn't make me feel fatigue or heavy / bloated. The vibe is a little grunge, a little beer hally, and a little rock all combined into one. They have a ton of live music throughout the month although my trip, which was 530pm on a Tuesday didn't include any. They have a garden / smoking section out back with 3-4 picnic benches that felt really huge. I could definitely come back and would even consider a show here. Reason why I knock it down from 3 stars to 2 is because when we walked in, one of the managers gave us such a dirty look. And when we said hi, he gave a half hearted smile and turned back to doing his audits. Sure, everyone has a bad day. And perhaps he was reacting to something different. Nevertheless, I was ready to get my drink and be out. Was hungry and wanted food but decided rather spend my money elsewhere.

Al's Corral is hands down our favorite local spot for grabbing drinks! It has that true dive bar…read morevibe -- laid-back, welcoming, and just a fun place to hang out. One thing a lot of people might not realize: they actually serve more than just pizza! They make food right behind the bar (which is awesome to watch), though we haven't tried it yet. Definitely planning to soon. The service is always top-notch, no matter when we stop in. Joe is the best bartender -- he's always so kind, quick with a drink, and just an all-around great guy to see behind the bar. The venue itself is on the smaller side, which just adds to the cozy, neighborhood feel. They usually have good music playing, and whether it's busy or quiet is kind of hit-or-miss -- but either way, it's a comfortable spot to relax. If you're into pull tabs, they have them, plus plenty of TVs if there's a game on. If you're looking for a no-frills, friendly neighborhood bar with solid service, a fun atmosphere, and great music, Al's Corral is it!

Great place I will stop by when I am in town. Burgers are Great! i have not had any of there pizza…read moreyet

We had a group of 2 tables here on a weeknight for dinner and music. The live music was fun -…read more super casual space with folding tables. The service was tough, as it seemed like only 1 server was juggling a full house. It was disjointed, took a long time, and some orders were inaccurate. Food was very dive bar - greasy and pretty bland. However, lots of people come to support their friends playing live music, so that is nice.

I always forget about this spot as it's not in the heart of West Saint Paul. I've been here many…read moretimes for different gatherings hosted here and it's always a great experience. The large room can hold a number of people for an event like a birthday party, retirement party, or celebration of life. The food served was fantastic this last event I attended. I'm still thinking about the steak slider, wings, and fries. When the food was empty, it was restocked quickly. Food was fresh and pipping hot. Delicious. I'll definitely be visiting this stop again soon.

Went here for my brothers graduation party for high school…read more The service was great We didn't have food we had drinks but they were great

It is what it is baby! If you are expecting posh or trendy go somewhere else. Cheap drinks…read more Colorful crowd and friendly small town service. It's a Wednesday pre-Thanksgiving tradition to have a couple at the cro!!!

This is a really nice facility. Tons of room indoors with a stage and dance floor. Nice sized bar…read moreand good service. Clean restrooms. So much room. You could have a party here and invite all of your friends and acquaintances and people you just met! I went for an outdoor concert. It was a bit confusing on where to go to get into the concert. But after you got in there was plenty of room to dance, just stand to listen to the music, or even sit and chat. They had food and drinks outdoors too. I'd definitely hang out here again. It's just so far away in South St Paul. But if the band is good enough I'd make the trek.

It delivered! The food was delicious and the staff was…read morefriendly. The food was classic American, but elevated throughout. We left happy! Burger, chicken sandwich and Brussel Sprouts all yummy!

I unfortunately have to give Parlour a 3.5 based on this last visit, but typically I truly would…read moregive them closer to a 4. I love the vibe, cocktails, service, and food here, but my recent visit the food was unfortunately a little too salty for my taste. We started with the fried pickles and aioli which were extremely salty - so much so that it was hard to keep eating them. This was a bummer though because the batter and the flavor of the pickles themselves was perfectly crispy. The burger and crispy chicken sandwhich were good! The sandwhich was a little dry but flavor on both were still good! Truly still a solid place for a burger and a bite but I was disappointed by the saltyness of everything. Drinks and mocktails were delicious!

I came here with my colleague and our spouses. They give you a card to purchase drinks with and…read moreyou can use that or a separate form of payment to pay for food. They offer happy hour food deals which is awesome. I tried some of their local beer and enjoyed it. My only complaint is that guests block the door into the restaurant from the patio. They had trivia, but we did not stay for it.

Nice bar in the suburbs! I loved the self service beer wall. You have to get a card from the…read morebartender and pay how many ounces you get when you are done. I liked the choice of doing the flight since I'm always trying to taste everything. They had a wide variety and I usually like the fruit beers and I found the pineapple one to be delicious! The old fashion was quite strong! The bar is pretty big and open, good for mingling. The food looked delicious too but we were only here for late night drinks. They have popcorn and pull tabs available too. They also do trivia and happy hour. We loved the vibes here. The bartender was friendly, servers got us water once but don't come back to check on us but we were ok with being left alone that night.