Best place to get seafood in Saint Paul people are nice. The service is fast seafood, always fresh…read moreand always good. and I got nice music to set up mood real nice ambience

Got the soft shell crab appetizer to split among 4. It was very tasty. The seasoning was simple, it…read morereminded me of salt & pepper shrimp. We also shared combo 1 and added 1lb of snow crab (two clusters). The House Cajun sauce was good, but heavy on garlic/"jarlic" and could have been saucier. Next time I'd ask for/order a side of extra sauce for dipping. The dish could have used more than 2 (halves) or corn on the cob. Everything in the boil tasted good! Some other highlights: 1) there's a shared parking lot to the side of the building as well as metered parking in the front. It was busy when I went, so I parked around the corner- for free. 2) I wasn't a fan of the ordering process. Before I get into why, I'd recommend browsing the menu ahead of time to determine what you want. That said, we had a reservation (on Valentine's Day) and the place was understandably busy. There wasn't a hostess station so we headed to the register to check-in. That's where we learned that before being seated, we'd have to first order (and pay). With how extensive the menu was, and crowded the immediate area was- the process felt a bit chaotic and overwhelming. 3) The space is cute. A good amount of tables, and simple but cute decor. After being seated, staff stopped by at different points with bibs, gloves, and disposable plates/utensils. 4) Food took a long time to come out, but I won't ding them because again... it was busy. However, having to remind and re-remind staff of missing items (rice, garlic bread) did leave an unfavorable impression. My hope is things are more buttoned-up on an average day. That said, while I'm giving grace for the cons I still rate it as okay. I'd be down for giving it another shot during a non-peak period to see if the experience is better or the same.

We had dinner before a show in downtown St Paul. The location made it easy to get to downtown with…read moreplenty of time to park and get to the venue. We had reservations and were seated immediately. I chose the spare ribs for my dinner and Husband had the pulled pork sandwich. The ribs were served with a zesty dry rub and sauce on the side. They were nice and tender. The meal came with Texas toast which I didn't try because the ribs were sitting right on top of it. It also had a piece of corn on the cob. Wish my meal would have been a titch hotter in temp but the food was tasty. We finished with the smoky crème brûlée which was delicious. The layout was cozy and dark with the bar at the center. I could see it being lively and loud on a busy night. Service was excellent. We took our time ordering and never felt rushed. Our food came out super fast. The staff worked as a great team.

The food was great! Crab cakes 9/10…read more Friend green tomatoes 9.5/10 (awesome flavor, sauce on the side is a great pair with the tomatoes - overall my favorite thing on the menu) Tennessee Hot Chicken Sandwich 8.5/10 (good flavor but would like more heat personally. Overall it was a good choice despite my desire for more spice.) Service great! The bartenders are always great and make some of the best drinks in the cities. Daniel is my favorite! Ambiance: Chill more relaxed vibe.

This is one of my favorite lunch spots in the skyway. You can choose healthier options such as…read moreveggies and carrots as your side, or go with the scrumptious potatoes or any of the rice options. My favorite is the red beans and rice. There are a couple of meat options but the bourbon chicken is the star. The server also offers to scoop extra sauce for your rice. You can get a small discount if you pay in cash instead of card.

Great flavor and convenient location to get lunch while working. Could use some modern-design…read moresignage to increase its "curb-appeal". But definitely a great find and I will be returning.

Amazing service, fabulous food and great space. Brunch to celebrate my mom's 82nd and wanted to…read morefind a new place we've not gone. Totally worth giving this wonderful restaurant a try. Street parking was easy, greeted as soon as we got there and it kept going uphill till the end. Servers make you feel so welcome and the food, oh, the delicious food! We split two meals (sweet and savory). Omelette was so flavorful, super good caramelized onions! PANcake was warm, decadent and comforting. We will be back!

Went here for brunch with a friend. The place looked great, but it was pricier than I expected. I…read morewasn't super hungry, so I went with what looked like the cheapest thing on the menu--a plain buttermilk pancake. My mistake. If I had checked the reviews first, I would've known what I was in for. I didn't love it, but honestly, I'm not sure what I expected--it was just a big (extra thick) plain pancake. Everything else I saw coming out of the kitchen looked amazing, so I can't fault The Hen overall. I was mostly just disappointed by the price: my pancake, coffee, and tip came out to over $25, which felt like way too much. Meanwhile, my friend got the omelet special with hashbrowns, and I definitely envied her choice. We ate outside on the sidewalk on a beautiful day.

I'm so glad Brasa is back to being a full service restaurant, it feels so much more welcoming than…read morewhen they switched to QR codes a few years ago. The smothered chicken is my go-to here, and all of the sides are fantastic. A great spot for a family style dinner that hits right in the soul.

Brasa is one of my takeout and dine in staples for over 5 years. They have a few locations…read morethroughout the city and all of them are filled with savory dishes, friendly staff and a great atmosphere. The restaurant is a more casual vibe, but their food is very well curated. Their menu is American creole focused, with dishes inspired by the flavors of the southern US, Mexico and the Caribbean. I've never had a bad meal here, and the quality is always consistent. The portions are big and hearty. Brasa is also incredibly gluten free friendly and vegan/vegetarian friendly. Truly a place where everyone can find something on the menu that they like. My favorites are the classic rotisserie chicken plate served with rice, beans and a side, chillaquilles with red sauce (spicy) and the vegetable and chick pea curry. Brasa is consistent, flavorful and unique. Their menu is impressive, I recommend!

On Wednesday, I had Jerk chicken over rice. The chicken was falling-off-the-bone tender and was…read moreflavored with just the right spice. My two sides, greens and yams, were excellent! East Coast Sticky Chicken was amazing too (got a sample)! I can't wait to go back to try something else! Today (the next day), I had lamb chops with a side of greens (love those greens) and cabbage. So delicious! This is definitely a place you want to check out if you haven't yet.

Huge portions, delicious food. I usually get the jerk chicken and/or chicken curry, and always get…read morea side of collard greens. Everything I have tried has been good, and the service has always been friendly. The interior is not great so I usually do carry out, but really that is the only mark against them that I have found in my 4-5 visits.

DeGidio's is one of those "hidden treasures" on West 7th in St. Paul…read more The parking situation in St. Paul is always interesting but DeGidio's has ample off street parking and a significant amount of street parking too. They do take reservations, and they fill up. However, they reserve most of the tables and booths in their bar area for "walk-in". Today was our third time being here and we have never had to wait to sit. So the Bar...you would think that bar seating would be loud, crowded and uncomfortable with poor service. Nothing could be further from the truth. My wife and I were able to enjoy our meal and comfortable conversation. Now, for the food. They have an appetizer called "Pizza Fries". Having been frequent diners at Mama's, and having pizza fries there, that was what I was expecting, a garlic and butter pizza crust with cheese on it. This is not that. The pizza fries are pizza dough deep fried. Sounds simple, and it is...but they are so addicting. You will not be disappointed. Tonight my wife and I both ordered the special which was Chicken Parmesan in vodka sauce. The sauce was tangy and delicious. The Chicken Parm was done to perfection, the chicken was moist and the breading was well done. Over all, if you want Italian comfort food, this is the place to go.

We wanted Italian food and a comfortable atmosphere. We decided to try somewhere we hadn't been…read moreand called ahead to see if we needed reservations. They had an automated attendant that was a little frustrating to work around as we wanted to ask questions. Getting to a real person took awhile and we were pretty frustrated by the time we got through. We decided to just show up and take our chances and we are so glad we did. The dining room had an hour wait but we were able to sit in the bar area immediately. The bar area consisted of numerous booths and feels less like a bar and more like a distinguished upgrade of an Applebees. The staff was so attentive and everything came out so quickly. We tried the pizza fries - expecting a version of cheese pizza cut in strips. Imagine our surprise and delight when what was delivered was soft, squishy dough with sweet tomatoey pizza sauce arrived. It was amazing! The last bite was barely made when our entrees arrived, piping hot. We tried the pasta pesto with chicken and the chicken parm. Both were perfectly cooked and had such fresh, homemade flavors! Accompanied by the world's softest bread and flavored butter. The portions were huge and we brought more home than what we ate. The server was a highlight. So amazing and attentive. The staff worked together to provide an excellent experience - keeping drinks filled, clearing plates as they emptied, making sure we felt seen. All in all, we will be back. The only negative was that irritating phone attendant. It doesn't represent the kind of service you will receive once you arrive. Don't let it scare you off!