Grabbed a bite here before heading to the MN Yacht Music Festival on Harriet Island. At first we sat behind the beer taps at the bar which isn't a place I would recommend to sit. We said hello to a bartender that completely ignored us...then after several minutes moved to a different spot at the bar when we saw the seating area was available. Our new bartender Gus was awesome (was not the original bartender that ignored us). He was friendly, helpful and gave us great service while we watched some World Cup. Another bartender who was a female with short blonde hair was great too. I opted for the dry rub wings that come with a sweet chili sauce. They were delicious and I'm a bit picky on my wings. The outside had a great flavor and then inside they were moist and juicy. The sweet Thai chili sauce made it along with the carrots and celery sticks. The place has a great atmosphere. Definitely will be back! read more

The Bulldog Lowertown - Dry rub Bulldog Wings - 8 wings - Bars Near Me - St Paul, Minnesota

Heard this place can get pretty packed around lunch so I stopped in right when it opened. Was greeted with friendly smiles and menus ready to read. I was in the mood to try the wings I've been hearing about and I also ordered a turkey burger. Both orders were great!!!!! The wings are massive and size and extremely flavorful! That turkey burger was by far the most juicy and seasoned burger I ever had. Will definitely be coming back again. Oh please get the truffle fries!!! Happy Yelping read more

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We stopped here during the Twin Cities Jazz Festival that was happening in Mears Park on Friday night. We were looking for outdoor seating where we could still hear a little music. Quick service with a really nice server that had great recommendations on the menu. I had the Ahi Tun Bowl. I juggled between that and the Ahi Tuna Salad. Our server suggested I go with the bowl so I did, and was very happy. It was really the perfect size and blend of flavor. It was really nice to sit outside on such a beautiful cool summer evening. I'd go here again for patio seating. Plus, Mears park is really beautiful they have done such an incredible job with all of the landscaping. I'd check it out after you have some food at the Bulldog. read more

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Service was good, pretty busy on a Thursday night when the Saints are playing, acoustics are really bad so it is noisy and difficult to hear conversations even with wait staff. I ordered the Ahi tuna bowl and mine was vastly different than my friends's too much of the sauce and short on the rice otherwise food was good, the chips that I tried on my brother's plate were bland. Wouldn't be my first choice read more

The baseball game canceled due to the weather, so we ended up at another bar. I've actually been to this bar before. We had happy hour food prior to another game. Big bar located on the corner, next door told another bar and restaurant. We sat in the back table by the games, lots of people from the game were there as well. Service was great, my server checked on us often. read more

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Interesting menu, opted for the Chicago dogs and THC drinks. Hotdog condiments were tasty and as they should be, but hot dog was overcooked. THC drinks were good. Pricey and maybe it's the restaurant tax in St Paul? New to the area, not sure. Great service, great location and ambiance. read more

I'm handicap and have a service dog and the waiter refuse to let us sit down at an empty table that was clearly open told us that the patio was closed and didn't give us a time or day to even find out anything about us !!! He just stuck his head out the door and rudely very rudely told us we were not allowed to sit there and we had to find somewhere else to say cuz the patio was closed I've never been treated so rudely in a restaurant before spend to the bulldog many times before and never been treated like this either read more

Got the smash burger and it felt more like a burger that had smash burger elements. The fries were nice and crispy. Shared the fish and chips with my friend and it was crispy, but the fish wasn't fresh. Overall a "mid" experience. read more

This was my first place I tried out in St. Paul for food near the Marriott after walking through the park nearby. It was a very casual atmosphere (seat yourself, electronic dart boards, & many tv's). It reminds me of a sports bar atmosphere. The bartender mentioned there being hockey players that may stop by after their game ;) ... I was able to try several samples that the bartender generously offered before settling on the first one given, which was the Lift bridge mango blonde. For the appetizer, I couldn't pass up getting the Ellsworth cheese curds, being from Wisconsin & all ;) ... they had a satisfying "pull" and I would order again! I then ordered the Pot Roast for my main entree...which was nice that it came with veggies and mashed potatoes, however I was not a fan of the horseradish & would have preferred a slice of bread, or to get the sandwich (which is served on a French roll) instead. I finished things off strong, with their "Bull dog energizer." In my review, I have also included the menu, with food & drink options! Support local & tip your bartenders! read more

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I love it here. This is my go-to place when I'm in Lowertown. Not only do they have a full bar and a great selection of beer, but they have a great selection of cheese items - Mac & Cheese, Mac & Cheese Hotdog, Grilled Cheese, Cheese Curds, Cheesecake, etc...they just get it haha. The tots are also a must. read more

The Bulldog Lowertown - Lowertown Mac & Cheese Dog with Tots - Bars Near Me - St Paul, Minnesota

This was the last stop on a great girls weekend, and I gotta say, we ended it on a great note. The food was FANTASTIC. I had a delicious sandwich with crispy Cajun tator tots. My friend got the pot roast - and WOW. So good. They have a huge selection of beers on tap as well! read more

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The Bulldog Lowertown is a restaurant and bar serving pub-style food in a laidback atmosphere. SERVICE Staff are knowledgeable about the menu and was helpful with recommendations. I didn't realize my order was going to be placed as to-go since I sat with a group, but it worked out as everyone around me finished their food faster than me. FOOD 5/5 Dozen Dry Rub Wings: Crispy, flavorfully seasoned exterior; juicy tender interior; elevated with a sweet and spicy chili sauce Staff noted this won best wings in the city 5/5 Side Salad: Super fresh veggies with a zesty ginger-lime vinaigrette read more

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I've been to The Bulldog many times in prior years. Today I went with some friends after a local event. We wanted some appetizers and drinks and knew The Bulldog was the local place to go for those things! Our server was fabulous despite being super busy (she didn't say so, we could just tell by all the tables being full)! Our drinks and waters came quick. And our food as well, our server even helped a couple of us decide on food/drink! Unfortunately my nachos (my all time favorite food in the world) came and were 75% soggy by the time I dug in. It seemed as though they sat in the back wayyy to long before being brought out with the rest. The flavors were good, the soggy, wet chips and toppings unfortunately ruined it for me. The chips were so wet and soggy I couldn't grab them with them flopping over and after a few bites, I couldn't eat anymore. I ended up telling our server about my disappointment and they removed them from my bill. She also apologized and let me know that isn't a typical thing to experience. Other than that, great experience and seems as though they listen to value customer feedback and thoughts. Great server and also love the location to so many local places and events. read more

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This is theost unassuming place for a perfect Sunday comfort meal. We had the Walleye dinner plate and the Pot Roast. I cannot speak highly enough about these dishes . Everything was perfectly seasoned, the veggies were cooked to perfection and the mashed potatoes ( couldn't quite tell if they were instant but regardless they were tasty) and the brown gravy on the side was almost as good as my Granny's gravy. The server was sweet polite and attentive. Again I would highly recommend this place for a quick beer and to watch the game or a happy hour with friends or a quiet Sunday dinner. ** Sorry no pics of the walleye, as he scarfed it down so quickly but take my word it was perfection! read more

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I really enjoyed the Bulldog! We went here right before a Saints Game and although it was very busy, the food and drinks were delicious! The service was also very good for how busy it was. They were very attentive and friendly. I would definitely recommend! read more

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The food is as pretty good. Outdoor seating area was great for a warm evening. We did find the employee working outside to be a bit rude when he said we couldn't bring to neighboring tables together to accommodate our party, and another patron volunteered to move to accommodate our needs. read more

First off it was July 4th and not many places were open - so thank you for being open! Next food was great, we started with the queso dip, which our server suggested and it was awesome. Our three lunches were good, Ahi tuna sandwich, turkey and avocado sandwich and fajita bowl. All very tasty. Next I want to send out a HUGE thank you to the owner! A shady kid came in to the restaurant, stood behind my chair while on the phone - I thought it was odd. Then when we were getting ready to leave I noticed my purse was missing. I panicked. Then remembered the young man behind my chair and figured he snagged it. My son checked find my phone, because my phone was in my purse, and told me the phone was in the restaurant. I went to the bar, the owner was there, I explained the situation to him. He immediately said I'll check my video. While he did that, I checked the bathroom garbages and we walked outside to check the planters. The owner came back, had my purse, said a server found it and explained he saw the whole thing happen on the cameras. He said he got a good picture of the young man who took it and would be calling the police. Thank you to the owner and staff of The Bulldog!!! We were in town for the weekend from Chicago and it would have been disastrous to lose my ID, credit cards, car and house keys...We are lifelong patrons because of your kindness!! read more

Love the bulldog in lower town. Came in for an early dinner and the atmosphere was light and fun - great music playing and friend team. We were treated right away with a smile. Excellent beer selection on tap. We ordered the chili cheese dogs and the Philly. The food came out quick and was good. The waiter was very attentive. Definitely would recommend for a quick lunch or early dinner. read more

I love stopping at Bulldog when I want some classic comfort food and a good drink. I've come a couple of times and the food is always good, but I definitely recommend getting a hot dog and some fries! I've tried their burgers and they're not my personal favorite, but they're still good. They have a pretty extensive list of drinks on tap too. read more

Had a decent experience here! We had a larger group and only one server, who handled the group well enough. Service was a little slow, but she was attentive when we had her attention and she didn't mess up any orders. I got the Hawaiian Volcano burger, which was SO good and filled with a bunch of wonderful flavors. The real star of the show, however, was the side of Cajun fries. They were absolutely delicious and I inhaled every last one of them. As for the restaurant itself, it felt a little unfinished and empty. Kind of bare bones. read more

The Bulldog Lowertown - Hawaiian Volcano Burger - Bars Near Me - St Paul, Minnesota

Been here a couple times. Went for lunch on a Sunday and no one was there so we got our food fast. Our server was very nice and helpful. The food was good! Food was filling and a fair price for location. I tried my friend's fries and they were good!! They have different flavors for fries so I will have to try that next time! I had the ahi tuna rice bowl. Tons of veggies which I loved. Very tasty. No one I was with complained about their meals. Will be back. read more

The Bulldog Lowertown - Jalapeno Popper Burger with a side of chili - Bars Near Me - St Paul, Minnesota

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Great vibes and great food! Service was great, and never made us feel like we were waiting. I had an old fashioned and it was pretty good. I got the brisket sandwich and I easily could have ordered another round of them, very good! Will definitely come back! read more

The Bulldog Lowertown - Brisket Sandwich - Bars Near Me - St Paul, Minnesota

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We came from out of town and found this "downtown" local spot. Inside it is roomy, gave the sports bar type feel. The menu was diverse. The service was good. Started with the Cheese Curds. They were good (being from Wi I know good curds), probably a solid 8/10. The Chicken dumpling balls were next, maybe a 7/10. I had the McSmash burger. I enjoyed it 8.8/10 and we had the 3 cheese mac n cheese but put steak on it, 9/10. Great spot. Not too pricy either. over -all I think I would rate this local spot a 4.4/5. read more

Our group of seven stopped in for dinner on a Friday evening after touring the nearby Glow light festival at the stadium. We were unable to get a reservation so we waited about 30 minutes for one of the only three tables that can hold a big group. The host was less than cordial though our waitress was delightful. She kept things moving. The menu is typical bar food. I ordered their chicken wings with the Korean bbq sauce and they were very good. I know others enjoyed their meals. An OK experience. read more

This is a decent sized sports bar located across from Mears Park. There is metered Street parking available around the restaurant/bar and there are parking garages/lots available within a reasonable walking distance. This place is decent sized and has dining room seating, bar seat and seating along the restaurant/bar's window. The bar is a full service bar with a large tap selection. There are televisions around the bar and dining area and there is also an electronic dart board, an ATM, and a digital juke box. It is a very hip and trendy joint and my server was very nice, attentive and helpful. You pull their menu up with a QR code. The menu is packed with pub favorites such as burgers, wings, salads, soups and sandwiches. I ordered the Firedog with fries. I also got an order of dry rubs wings as well. It took about 10 to 15 minutes for me to get my food. The hotdog was delicious. It did have a little kick to it, so plan accordingly. I personally like food with a kick. The wings looked better than they tasted. They were ok, but not the best that I have had. They had a little flavor, but was missing something. Total disclosure though, I am not a fan of dry rub wings. This is a nice spot to catch a game, have a drink and eat some food. It has a cool vibe and wide assortment of food and adult beverages. I recommend checking this place out if you get the chance. read more

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We just love stopping by for a veggie burger and some beer after farmers market on a weekend. Nice, unpretentious ambiance, great views of the square. What else do you need? read more

The Bulldog Lowertown - Bars Near Me - St Paul, Minnesota

loveddd the chicken wings, i also tried the devil eggs they were fancy for a bar! the server was sweet fast and quick on refills! the vibes were interesting given it was in lower town i wasn't expecting it to be so remodeled read more

First time eating Here, the experience was amazing and I loved the scenery and atmosphere. I will definitely return ~ Amazing service read more

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Fantastic service and quick take out ordering. The staff handled the usual crowd plus the not so regular MN Jazz Festival attendees. Thanks for the great reception! read more

Their dry rub wings are really good! I loved the Thai chili sauce that came with it. It was savory, sweet and spicy. I loved the crispness of the chicken wing. Thought the mac and cheese was just alright. I probably would not order this again since I like my mac to be a bit creamier and not so thick. This place is a great value and the staff are always great. read more

The Bulldog Lowertown - Wings - Bars Near Me - St Paul, Minnesota

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Mules are pretty good southwestern chicken is good tuna ahi bowl is amazing! My girlfriend was happy hahaha 5 stars come here !!!! read more

The Bulldog Lowertown - The tuna ahí bowl is awesome! Southwestern chicken bowl is amazing too! Raspberry mules are pretty good too! - Bars Near Me - St Paul, Minnesota

Stopped by as we were exploring St. Paul and boyfriend and I were hungry (like always). We ordered some drinks, which were strong & good! This was my first time going out since turning 21, so I asked for a recommendation from the server & she recommended a paloma, which was strong, but good. I believe my boyfriend got Jack Honey & mt dew...or sprite. Anyways we ordered food and I got chicken tenders and fries & my boyfriend got some sandwich (can't remember what it's called). We got a side a cheese curds to share and mac and cheese to go! Chicken tenders were okay but kind of dry. Burger must've been good because it was mowed down. Cheese curds. O.M.G. some of the best I've had! I'm also not a big mac and cheese gal, but YUM. It was delicious! Would definitely recommend stopping by! read more

The Bulldog Lowertown - Paloma & Jack Honey (with Mt Dew or Sprite, can't remember) - Bars Near Me - St Paul, Minnesota

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Ugh. Unfortunately three stars on Yelp means "OK" and that's how I feel about the Bulldog. I went with a friend and we spent awhile trying to decide what to get because they had SO MANY things I wanted to try. Eventually I decided on their infamous Thai Chili wings and Macaroni paired with my usual Margarita. The wings were very good. I can see why everyone on Yelp loves them. I'm usually not a fan of sweet wing sauces but these changed my mind 100%! Unfortunately, everything else was disappointing. The macaroni was just noodles and cheese sauce. It was very bland. Like Kraft macaroni is 10x better type of bland. I also had high hopes for the bar based on other Yelp reviews but my margarita was terrible. It had almost no flavor and seemed very watered down. I don't have much to say about the service. It was alright. Nothing to sway me significantly in one direction or another. I'm hoping to give the Bulldog another chance in the future because I have this lingering feeling that I just had a one-off bad experience but I'm also really hung up on that Macaroni so I guess we'll see how it goes. If you decide to stop by, snag some of the Thai Chili wings. read more

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Came here on a Sunday afternoon to catch some football. The ambience was good. Enough TVs to watch any game you want to watch. They do a good job spacing tables out given COVID. The beer selection is very good. Especially if you like IPAs. I went to school in Indiana and they have two beers from 3 Floyd's Brewing (Zombie Dust and Gumballhead). This is a win for me every time The only complaint I have is that there were quite a number of fruit flies flying around. This gets very annoying after a while. read more

The Bulldog Lowertown - My date got the Castle Danger Cream Ale - Bars Near Me - St Paul, Minnesota

Went for a work lunch. Food was good, burgers could be better but service was spot on.

We used to frequent The Bulldog restaurants for drinks and their vegan options, but unfortunately, the options have dwindled over the years, so now we don't usually think to go there. Last week, we had a craving and decided to see whether the current version of the Not Dog is vegan. (The hot dogs used in the Not Dogs have changed several times over the years, sometimes vegan, sometimes not, so we have had to check every time it occurred to us to visit.) I called the Lowertown location to see if the current version of the Not Dog is vegan, and I was told it is not. read more

Look, the last thing I want to see is another local restaurant go down after this hellish year. I want to love the bulldog. I've tried... I just can't. I did fall in love with the bulldog one time, though, and if I kept it at that experience it would be 5 stars all around. This is primarily a sports bar. Not a peak dinner destination. When the women's World Cup was happening a few years ago I posted up and watched alongside my neighbors with a Michelob Golden and was as happy as could be. It's when I got an underwhelming salad with iceberg lettuce or a burger that turned me into a human brick that I knew I went astray. I don't recommend any of the food but I do recommend the sports atmosphere and the beer. And some nights just call for the latter and I have no problem spending them at the bulldog. I'll just eat at home beforehand. read more

A nice bar to go to meet up with friends to socialize or catch a game. I ordered the dry rubbed Bulldog Wings, a side of fries, and the Ellsworth Cheese Curds. The wings came with a thai chili sauce. The wings didn't even need the sauce they were so good. The seasoning was just right on them. The cheese curds were good. I guess the cheese curds are very famous in Minnesota because all the restaurants had them. The customer service was excellent. read more

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It's bar food, but a little better. Besides the usual greasy goodness, there are a few shining stars. The steak salad is amazing! I've eaten it 20 times in the last 15 years and it does not disappoint t. The dry rub wings are sooo good. Fries are thick and soggy which isn't my fav, I just like mine thin and crunchy. The garlic aioli is fantastic on the club. read more

Nice sports bar downtown. Definitely a cop bar, not that there's anything wrong with that. Just notable. Great dogs though, lots of beer on tap. See ya next time, Bulldog. read more

The Bulldog Lowertown - Berliner Dog, and Seattle Dog with chips - Bars Near Me - St Paul, Minnesota

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