If I were rating this place on ambiance alone, it would easily be a 10/10! The setting is absolutely beautiful and has such a relaxing, laid-back vibe. It's the kind of place where you can sit for hours with friends, enjoy the views, and have a great conversation. Definitely one of the biggest reasons to visit. I ordered the fish and chips. The portion size was good, but the fish was a bit too oily for my taste. Overall, the food was decent, though it didn't quite live up to how amazing the atmosphere was. That said, I'd still happily recommend Dock & Paddle as a great spot for a casual dinner, drinks, or catching up with friends. The wonderful ambiance and enjoyable setting make it well worth a visit, even if the food has a little room for improvement. read more

Dock & Paddle - Fish and chips - Salad Near Me - Saint Paul, Minnesota

I know D&P has switched ownerships a few times, however, as of April 2026, I have noticed a significant improvement. A smaller menu, yet the flavor in each dish is very impressive. So far, I have been able to try the hummus wrap, hummus platter, chicken wings and fries. The fries are seasoned extremely well! Located on Como Lake, this is such a gem of a property and I'm so very thankful that the business is steady. Inside you will find the bathrooms, a few board games, a bulletin board which showcases some of the upcoming events and outside you will find plenty of tables for patio dining right on the lake. The service is friendly and you'll get a text when your food order is ready to be picked up. There is a full service bar as well and breakfast is served on the weekends until 11 am. Thanks, D&P! I look forward to many summer adventures here. *note: the menu and indoor signs say breakfast all day but there is a cut off. I might suggest altering menus, signs, etc. to read 11 am if that is true. Dogs are allowed at the lake per normal as well as the patio. Dogs cannot go inside the building. read more

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Beef barley soup was a bit on the salty side but the cheeseburger with pepper Jack cheese was execellent!! read more

Dock & Paddle - Cheeseburger and beef barley soup - Salad Near Me - Saint Paul, Minnesota

Coffee and croissant pastry (highly recommend) are great taste and great price. We came to the como regional park to check the cherry tree blooming and stopped by this restaurant. Staff is very friendly. The place is spacious/clean/cozy. And it has two stories with beautiful windows and chandeliers. On a weekend, when you like to take a walk in the park, this place is good to stop by to grab something to eat or just relax and eat on the patio to enjoy the beautiful lake view. I feel like this place is under rated/recognized. The hours printed on the window indicated open at 11am, however they opened earlier with drink and pastry. After 11, they start to serve lunch. read more

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Lovely, open space perfect for meeting with friends to collaborate as we did today. Matcha latte is the only thing I order at cafes. No matcha latte on the menu, so I was about to settle for a hot chocolate. On a whim, I asked if a matcha latte was possible. The lovely barista shared that they were trained to make matcha lattes and made me a lovely cup to enjoy. So happy! read more

This place is terrible. Which is heartbreaking. I live in the neighborhood and want this place to succeed. The food is worse than mediocre and WAY too expensive, especially for the quality. I've had concession nachos better than theirs. Too bad the food doesn't reflect the beautiful venue. read more

They were out of a lot of menu items but I was able to pivot and I got the chicken nachos. Delish! I love this place for the ambiance - right on the water, great outdoor space, upstairs seating and ample parking. read more

Dock & Paddle - a sign in front of a building - Salad Near Me - Saint Paul, Minnesota

Beautiful views of the lake and a great shaded gathering spot to meet friends and even large groups. Happened to be there on a day where there was a performance of barbershop quartets, which we really enjoyed. The food is okay, which is why I didn't rate it higher. I tried the Caribbean Cuban which had a small slice of pork and a very small amount of pickled farmstand veggies. I've also had the fish tacos before, which lack flavor. Great space to enjoy a nice day, though keep expectations in check for the food. read more

Nice little restaurant located right on Lake Como in St. Paul. The restaurant/bar area is fine. They have a pretty good craft beer list and a good food menu, but the main attraction is being located right on the Lake and being attached to a big concert bandshell. It's ideal for grabbing something to eat/drink and sit and enjoy the views of the lake and surrounding park, which is what we did. I'm sure it'd be great for listening to music there as well, none were playing when we went, but it's just as nice enjoying a nice day. If I lived there I'm sure I'd frequent it quite a bit and take friends there. I'm glad I got to see it. read more

The food was nothing to speak of. The service so so but the view of the lake como was just amazing . 5 stars to th wheaten is going for allowing overly fur baby on the patio read more

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There was ample seating upstairs and downstairs. There was a wedding going on so it was hard to not take a furtive glance at all the amusement while sipping on wine and having a burger with fries. read more

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It's been awhile since I've been around these parts, it was nice to pit stop here and get some grub. I know usually they have live music and such which is great in the summer. The indoor space is huge and also a great option for dining in if you don't want to sit outside, but it's patio season so we're enjoying every minute of the outdoor dining. They were out of a few things we wanted to order which was a bummer so I opted for the chicken nachos and they were actually very good! read more

Pricey and the beer are cheaper during Happy Hour. Lively setting inside and the Como Lake outside on the patio.

Located right on lake como this is the perfect spot to stop for coffee and a treat! The parking was easy and the area is just so beautiful. The food was yummy and quick. read more

Location is Five Star -on the outdoor patio, overlooking Lake Como. People watching galore! The food is so-so. Drinks are kinda pricey but beer good selection. But come here for a safe, outdoor afternoon libation on the beautiful outdoor pavilion! read more

Dock & Paddle - Afternoon libation! - Salad Near Me - Saint Paul, Minnesota

Feeling not as generous with this one. Maybe it's because it was the first NACH AVERAGE MONDAY since the pandemic shut down the world. I had high expectations from the description of these. However, with lackluster chips that were too thick, and not much bang for your buck, I have to give it 3 stars Good things: pickled red onions!! Chicken was delish. Seasoned perfectly. Meh: chips felt either stale or too thick for this application. Lots of bare chips and having to spread around the toppings. Smaller size than what I'd hope for, paying $5.50/person. That said, I would like to try more here. I think if you just want a quick bite on the lake these nachos will do the trick. Don't make the drive out just for them though read more

Dock & Paddle - Chicken Nachos - salsa on the side - Salad Near Me - Saint Paul, Minnesota

I ordered the fish & chips this evening, for $16. That was a disappointment. There were three small, about 3 inch, pieces of fish each just slightly bigger than my finger. They were not battered but appeared to be breaded, and their dark color suggested that they left in the fryer too long. The chips were about 10 small wedge cut potato pieces. It all came with a small portion of tartar, and a pack of ketchup. Not very tasty, and definitely not worth $16. After the fish & chips I was still hungry. I had to be at the location for a community band performance, so I ordered the Cobb salad ($13). It was better than the fish and chips. The next time we visit Como Park I'll be bringing my own food. I can cook a lot better than those kids at Dock and Paddle. read more

Food - neutral Service - poor Ambiance - okay Unable to try the food because the kitchen closed at 7:40 p.m. without notice. D&P's website states that the kitchen closes at 8:30 p.m. My partner and I tried ordering food at 7:40 p.m. Both of us were dismissed without apology for ordering before the advertised close time. The person at the register was not professional - they were abrupt from the get-go, and when we asked for food service they shut us down quickly with "kitchen's closed." Suggestions for management: a) hire staff that are people-friendly b) put "kitchen is closed" instead of having the full menu on your menu screens c) announce a last call for the kitchen closing, whether or not it is before the advertised time We will not spend our money at this restaurant again. read more

Waited 45 minutes for my order. I ordered fries, and when the food came out the fries were all gone. I was offered cheese curds, and a refund would have been better. Additionally, this woman with yellow hair was extremely RUDE at the register. I e never experienced such horrible customer service. Thankfully the other staff were wonderful. And it only takes one to leave a bad taste. I would recommend if these items could be improved. However, the burger was terrible. read more

So cute here! A new lakeside fav. Great menu and ambience. Sit lakefront and watch the water sports or sit behind the pavilion to enjoy the park/ water features read more

Dock & Paddle - Salad Near Me - Saint Paul, Minnesota

The aggressive nature of the cashiers in soliciting tips for themselves was a turn off. "We encourage you strongly to tip" and then leaning over to watch the screen as you complete payment. There's no table service and you bus your own table. I was there with a friend in a different line and they got the same treatment. The building is beautiful and the food was as fairly good. read more

Fish tacos and beyond burger are both fairly bland despite being overpriced! The lakeside atmosphere is the best part of this restaurant. Food is lacking flavor and dimension and is very expensive for what you get. The service is lovely though. ALSO the gin and tonic didn't come with a lime?? What?? A lime is essential!! read more

Dock & Paddle - Fish tacos and beyond burger - Salad Near Me - Saint Paul, Minnesota

Probably the worst fish and chips we've ever had... three small pieces that were mostly breading with small chunks of fish inside. The fries were bland and a little soggy. $18 plus tip is insane for what we got. The nachos were decent though, and more regularly priced (still $12 without any meat). The menu is also a lot smaller than what their website shows. read more

A friend and I went to Dock and Paddle on a Friday for lunch. They have very limited menu offerings and are only open on the weekends (Friday through Sunday). We were the only people there. I ordered the fish tacos and asked for no onions. So...they came on a tasteless bed of cabbage with a side of what might be pico de gallo but was almost all onions with a tiny trace of tomatoes. Pretty colorless and tasteless. If I had ordered the tacos with onions it would have been overwhelming! What happened to cilantro or tomatoes? The tortilla chips were greasy and tasteless too. My friend ordered the kids' chicken and potato chips - pretty nondescript. I've been to Dock and Paddle in the summer and the food was much better. So my advice is to wait until the lake thaws - maybe the food will be better! read more

Weather was great, they took the time to show us how to handle the boats. It was a blast. Grab a bite next door for complete evening.

HIGHLY recommend the fish & chips! The staff are so nice, the view is great and the atmosphere is laid back and relaxing. A great spot to stop while you make your way around the lake on a relaxing walk. read more

Kid friendly, good food and very convenient. Much more efficient than a certain Minneapolis park seafood spot.

Great views, great performances, great beer selection... not great food. The food really hits under pr compared to everything else.

Went with friends to enjoy the weather and view of the lake. We had the fish tacos. All agreed just so-so. Would have greatly helped if there had been some condiments to help spice them up-guacamole, salsa, etc...They were cooked nicely. The wine was overpriced and a small pour. Love the location and the pavilion is great. Wish they tweaked the food up a notch and it would be perfect. read more

I would highly recommend this place especially if you are looking for an outside setting in the conditions we are in for COVID-19. The restaurant patio overlooks the lake and there is plenty of space for distancing. The staff and management were great in helping me plan a last minute family event after the passing of my father. I was hesitant to do any family gathering but this place was perfect, food was great, and the staff were friendly and accommodating. They do require masks inside the restaurant which was fine for us. Thank you again D&P! read more