The Pillbox Tavern is an absolute MUST STOP if you're in downtown St. Paul!!! What a fantastic…read morebar/restaurant that has a little something for everyone. If Jenn and Chad are bartending, you're In for a treat. Fantastic customer service, bartenders that smile and seem to enjoy their craft as they work. I was in St. Paul for 5 days and spent 3 of my dinners there. N/A beer selection was a nice plus. They carry an impressive line of Tap beers from all over the country and their kitchen backs its reputation with great quality food! (Full bar, plenty of liquor and a great wine selection also) There's plenty of outdoor seating available also along the street, which is an open-air compliment to the restaurant. TV's cover every spot you could ask for, with a MONSTER main screen on the bar wall.... Not sure its size, but it would be calculated in feet, not inches! There is not a plethora of options in St. Paul for restaurants, especially in the downtown area. The Pillbox is walking distance to the Grand Casio Arena which is fantastic and most downtown hotels are only a 5-7 minute walk away. I spent 19 years in the restaurant business. From doorman, to buss boy, server, to bar tender, bar manager to general manager, I've managed restaurants similar to the Pillbox Tavern. I openly and publicly give them a huge shout out for their customer service, food quality and atmosphere....and additional kiddos for the upbeat environment their staff portrays. If Jen and Chad ever move to Chicago, they could write their own tickets In restaurant management or ownership. If you're looking for a place because your visiting, this is YOUR ONE STOP SHOP! If you are local and haven't tried it yet, you need to establish a new watering hole! If you're lucky enough to meet regulars like Tony and his wife at the bar, you Might just be rubbing elbows with some of the nicest people in St. Paul! Cheers to enjoying a smile on the rocks with new friends at The Pillbox Tavern. -Brad

Great spot for a lovely dinner in downtown St Paul. My friend and I sat at a high top table on the…read moreedge of the inside portion of the restaurant. It was a drizzly evening so we opted for inside but with garage doors were all open. Our waitress was great. She was helpful and nice. The food/drinks were quickly served to us. I ordered the margarita (comes with a buzz button) and the Big Bang Shrimp Tacos (gf). Everything was absolutely delicious! The tacos are served on corn tortillas (3). The sauce on the tacos is to die for. Marg was great and came with a buzz button which I've had before elsewhere but that was a fun addition to my cocktail. It kind of tingles the inside of your mouth when you chew on it. It lingers for a couple of minutes (the tingle sensation). I'm looking forward to coming back cause their menu looks ahhmazing. Cheers!

I almost don't want to review them so word doesn't get out about how cool this place is. We were at…read morea show at the theater just next door to here. After the show we decided to come check this place out. Now this isn't the "best" neighborhood and from the outside the bar doesn't look inviting. When you walk in you are greeted by a bouncer who runs a metal detector over you. Already I'm thinking, what have we gotten ourselves into.... We saddled up to the bar and the bartender is a tough looking guy. Looks can be deceiving though. He was a super sweet guy who knew how to manage a crowded bar. I've never seen someone work that fast and efficiently. He was working solo but you never had to wait long for a beer. We decided to order some food too. Again, I wasn't holding out hope. They are magic with a fryer though. The food came out hot, well seasoned, and just the right level of greasy. Just when I thought I had this place pegged, the music got me. It went from hip-hop, to 90's pop, to country in whiplash inducing speeds. Truly boggled my mind. Don't be afraid to step in and try something new. 12/100

Do you remember those bars you went to with your family when you were little for football games?…read moreNothing flashy, great food, neighborhood folk who knew each other? This is that place. I knew this place before the current ownership took over and I can tell you that's it's 150% better than it ever was. You don't feel like you're going to get shot in the bathroom. What you have are "no b.s." bartenders that will expel problems so your stay is enjoyable, a cook that knows what they're doing and can adjust your order to your tastes (I've tested this) and an owner that is present 80% of the time, who is helpful, accepts critique and is very, very accessible no matter how busy he is. The food is the BEST bar food in the city. I'm not talking about damn Heggie's Pizza either. I mean REAL FOOD. Over twelve different wings (jalapeño/strawberry to name one). Recently, I had fried pierogi that are unmatched. The burgers are again, amazing. Drink prices are low and beers are your standard (Bud/Miller), though there are other higher ends available who for those who seek something different. Recently they had Surly "Wet" on tap. High times at this bar are any Vikings, Wild, Twins game. St. Pattys Day is always a blast. ... Try and find yourself here for those times. Enjoy it. Order the food. Come back.

Love the Northern Taphouse! Been a regular since they arrived!…read more Great food, massive tap selection and outstanding service. A top 5in Woodbury for sure

The Bloody Mary's at Northern Taphouse are always fun. They have a rotating themed monthly special,…read moreusually priced $30 - $35. Their Bloody Mary is a meal + cocktail + experience... and I recommend! Northern Taphouse has an easy, elevated sportsbar ambiance. It's casual, but not a dive bar. Seating is comfortable and many TVs throughout. The tap list for beer is extensive, but also many food and drink options. If Im not eating the toppings of a Bloody Mary, I usually get the yummy quesadilla or a flatbread!

Bingo at Titan's was fun but difficult to hear and a steep buy-in at $20 a book. No individual…read moresheets were allowed, only the book. They were out of over half of the menu. Servers were trying their best and were very kind!!

Stopped in tonight to meet a friend from out of town....wish I could say I'd be back but I won't…read more Service sucked, had an ap which was sub par.

We had a very pleasant evening at Brunsons, a little bit of a wait but we did have 7 people. We…read morewere seated outside on their patio, which was very pleasant and nice, and our server was very friendly and prompt ( our server was Pm S.) Food was excellent and the wait was short and the overall experience/ atmosphere was amazing. Will definitely be back

Great patio! We came by here around 4pm on a sunny afternoon for some burgers on the patio, and…read morethis place did not disappoint. The patio was fairly with constant turnover while we were there, the weather was great, and the service was A+! The inside definitely has a dark dive bar vibe, good for some occasions but not super family friendly, but we felt comfortable having a little one with us out on the patio. The food was delicious! We tried the "wings" (made of chicken thighs) and they gave regular wings a run for their money! You can do two flavors which is great, and they're very filling. We also got a burger and the special of the night, chopped cheese, and thought it was delicious. Great portions, we had a ton left to take home. The cocktail was delicious as well, will definitely try more when we come back next to hang out on the patio! Come check this place out!

So fun sitting at the bar at Red Cow - it's like dinner and a show watching the bar tenders whip up…read moredrinks. The guys behind the bar were fun chatting with too. We started with Ahi Tuna Crisp appetizer - we substituted the cracker for cucumber. This twist makes it so fresh. The sauce is a bit tangy and avocado balances the tuna. So yummy! I opted for a cheeseburger - very good smash burger. I have had the Double Double in the past and that is probably my favorite burger with two smash burger patties, cheese and special sauce. Can't miss on the regular fries. Crispy and delicious!

Chill place, fun vibes! Sat at the bar for midday HH after lunch at Moscow down the street. Loved…read morechatting with both bartenders (can't remember their names) but they whipped us up some great drinks! Fresh squeezed fruit for the sea breezes! Also tried the strawberry Fresno margarita. Yum. Didn't eat much food other than munching on a few fries of my friends, but I'm sure it's great. Loved stumbling upon this place on our recent trip.

Sheboygan serves up high quality hotdogs & brats and beer at the Excel!…read more I found (I think) at least 2 of these locations on the first floor. We walked a complete circle of the entire arena before we decided what we were going to eat & drink. Luckily, Sheboygan was super close to our seats. I was impressed by the high quality brats and hotdogs...not just cheap fast food stuff we were forced to buy in the old days. I didn't expect this at a large venue. It was a nice surprise. Also, they have a variety of beer flavors, including higher end IPA type beers in case you're sick of the usual Bud Light type of stuff. Of course, they have soda & water too. I made 4 or 5 trips for meat and beers for our small group. Despite being super damn busy, the people behind the counter were consistently fast, friendly, smiling, and joking around. No sour faces...no sarcasm...just straight up great customer service for everyone in line. Thanks for some great brats & beer and big smiles, Sheboygan! -Daddy Maxx Retro

I just bought a package of hot dogs from Walmart never trying it before…read more I am 75 years old and have tried just about every hotdog made but never have I had one as good. It is crisp when you bite into it and the flavor was outstanding. I just can't figure out why the only place selling this product is Walmart.

Great food, reasonable prices and great service. They are offering a once a month $5 monthly pizza…read morespecial. Excellent choice. Very comfortable and friendly for all to visit. It is worth seeking out. Great happy hour, daily food specials and full delicious food met.

I meant to post this a couple weeks ago and forgot but still am bothered by it so still wanted to…read morepost. The food is usually great but when Joe is cooking the pizza is alway burnt. Today I specifically asked to make sure it wasn't burnt. It was burnt the worst I've ever seen it. The bartender returned it and Joe came out and basically yelled at me from across the bar saying that's just how it is or else the cheese won't melt which is not correct nor my problem. He made a new pizza and then came out of the kitchen and glared at me for the next 15 minutes. The poor quality cooking and unprofessional behavior seems to be a common occurrence with him solely. If you can't handle a kitchen or your attitude then stay out. But if he isn't cooking the food is great as well as the service.