Service: excellent Food: creative Ambiance: creative and good date place I enjoyed my experience here! The food was unique, the plating was nice, and the flavors were good. I'm not a huge brunch person, so I liked how there were some Asian fusion flavors and dishes. I thought the pork belly was flavorful, the bubba's gump was crispy and well balanced, and the chicken with the waffles were cooked perfectly. read more

Tongue In Cheek - Teasers: Bubba's Gump (fried shrimp), East Fried Pride (pork belly), and Bacon & Egg - New American Near Me - Saint Paul, Minnesota

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Two reviews Vegasm - kimchi potato cakes. $16.00 this is a special that may not stay on the menu. I eat what I want and this just stuck me as something to try. They were good. The whole menu was interesting. The surf and turf was octopus and beef tongue. $13. My wife liked it very much. Meals were about $12 to $20 dollars. Mixed drinks about $10. They have a very interesting flight of mixed drinks for $20. You get to try 5 items. About an ounce and a half each. The deserts were the surprise. About $7 to $9 and very good. Not too large but enough. We are looking forward to going again. ************ Always good food and fun drinks Red headed stranger $15 very good Two people got cocktail flights $6 per shot and each in a different style glass. Ron Swanson, Mother of Dragons, why not, palapa no más, cross eyed, 2 had Pork belly ramen $24. Very nice broth and good sized bowl. Took a good portion home for lunch and it was good then also. 2 had grouper. $30 Said it was cooked perfectly Some had brandy Alexander $24 and said were very good Expresso martini $14 good comments Server was Katie R but she had good support for others including one owner. We had a good time and our friends had not been before and said they would be back. As of course will we. read more

Tasty food, well made drinks, attentive service and some style too! Loved the way everything was plated and served. The food tasted as good as it looked. Plenty of small bites, aka "Teasers" to get started with and great shareable options or "small plates" too. Nice choice of entrees as well. Started with a Teaser called East Fried Pride, the pork belly in this bite was perfect. The Chicken and Waffle was next and my favorite. Perfect balance of sweet and savory. Also ordered the Daikon Pad Thai Salad and loved every bite. I had a bite or two of my son's Smash Burger with fries. Solid burger, cooked well and not over salted like most burgers in the Twin Cities. Great drink menu and like the food menu the items are all cleverly named. Make a trip to the Payne Phalen neighborhood of St. Paul and see for yourself! P.S. I love the style of their bar! read more

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It had been a while since I'd made my way back to Tongue In Cheek and I am so sorry I waited so long! Honestly one of the best dining experiences my husband and I have had (and we got out to eat often)! The service was top notch and the food is incredible! I recommend all of the teasers!! They offer unique flavor profiles and are just fun! We were so happy to get a table by the window but they offer plenty of seating in the intimate setting. There is free off street parking or a small lot in the back. I still need to come back for that cocktail flight! read more

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Sunday in St. Paul. My new favorite place. Great service. Lively artwork. You can see people love this retro space. Food was excellent. People watching was a bonus. I will be back soon to try the Banh Mi It was being served all around us. Next time!! Unfortunately it was so loud in the dining room we had to shout to speak to each other. read more

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I had not been to Tongue In Cheek in years, and am pleased to report that it was just as delicious as I remembered! And still full of eclectic art. They are open for brunch, lunch and dinner! I went for brunch and ordered a creamy espresso martini (which they kindly doctored for me since I prefer mine with milk/cream/baileys). Servers are friendly, attentive and knowledgeable. They asked about allergies as soon as we sat down. How We Brunch is one of my favorite options- you get a drink, a coffee, 2 small bites (teasers) and one brunch entree. We ordered the Jerk Roasted Cauliflower to share, and it does have a little kick. Then we got the Weekend at Bennies and Chicken and Waffles. Both exactly as described. I love how consistent and filling the food is here. Parking can still be a little dicey, so leave early to find a spot close by. read more

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Loved this place, a fantastic recommendation from a fellow Yelper! Everything about this visit rocked, a great dining experience. It's a cozy storefront on Payne Avenue, and they have succeeded in making it a comfortable setting with all kinds of ambiance. Server Johnathan was sensational, guiding us throughout our meal. Street parking. Casual attire. Oh my, the sourdough bread! Squash was great. Buns chicken was tasty. Pepper teaser so good. Ramen was excellent! They add 3% to totals if using a credit card. This place is truly outstanding! read more

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I grabbed brunch with a friend today and suggested we go to Tongue in Cheek--one of my longtime favorites. She'd only been there for dinner once (and loved it), so she was excited to see what their brunch was about. We both went for the brunch special, which is honestly the best value on the menu. For $38 you get bottomless coffee, an "eye-opener" cocktail, a full brunch entrée, and two teasers. You can upgrade to a non-brunch entrée for a small charge, but we stuck with brunch items this time. We started with the Steamed Pork Buns from the "To Share or Not" section--my usual must-order. They're consistently great, and today was no exception. My friend ended up saying they were her favorite part of the meal. My personal go-to entrée is the Heeeere's Johnny, which is still the best Benedict I've ever had. Their pork is always incredibly flavorful, and the extra sauces on the plate--unmentioned on the menu--really elevate the dish. On days I don't get that, I usually go for the ramen, which is also excellent and served all day. Both are consistently strong choices. Today, though, we tried something new: the Market Omelette. The ingredients rotate, so the version we got had mushrooms, goat cheese, and hollandaise. They offered bacon as an add-on, which I skipped but probably should've taken, because the goat cheese ended up a little overpowering. The eggs were impressively fluffy, but overall it didn't beat my usual Benedict. For teasers, I chose The Blues and the Shroomin'. Both are favorites of mine. The Blues is tiny (probably the smallest teaser they offer), but tastes like a bite of blueberry pie, and the Shroomin' is a creamy mushroom custard topped with fried enoki--really well done. My friend tried the Shroomin' and loved it. She ordered SGT. Peppers and Bacon & Egg. I didn't try her Bacon & Egg since it's truly one bite, but she said it was very good. The SGT. Peppers was generous and had a great house-made jerk sauce that they apparently sell by the bottle. I've tried almost all their teasers at this point, and SGT. Peppers, East Fried Pride, and Shroomin' are my top picks. If you're curious, I've heard you can ask for a full flight. I ordered my usual cocktail, When Doves Cry, and my friend liked it enough to get one herself. We also tried the mimosa trio. The Raspberry Tarragon was our favorite, followed by the Ginger Basil. The Citrus/Jalapeño Pistachio wasn't for me, but it was interesting to try. I probably wouldn't order the flight again, but I'm glad we gave it a shot. They also have three separate drink menus--general cocktails, brunch cocktails, and a dessert drink menu that comes out later--which is a fun touch if you like options. Service today was excellent. Multiple staff members checked in on us, dishes were cleared quickly, and despite it being a busy Saturday, everything felt smooth and attentive. The space itself has a lot of personality and fun decor. There's a parking lot behind the restaurant that a lot of people miss, and street parking nearby if it's full. Tongue in Cheek continues to be one of my favorite places for brunch. It's great for a meal with friends, an easy date spot, or even a solo visit. I've never had a bad experience here, and I'll keep coming back. read more

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This was one of the best brunch experiences I've had in a while! Our Server, Riley, was incredible. She detailed everything, attentive, fun and excited and really made the experience that much better. The food was to die for! We got the brunch special which was a coffee, cocktail, main dish and 2 teasers. The teasers are one of the coolest ideas as it's a small bite/app that has beautiful presentation and various different flavors and felt like a really cool way for the chef and staff to show off some fun and unique dishes. I had the Sgt Peppers which was lightly breaded and fried shishito peppers in this vinegar sauce almost like a Carolina gold BBQ sauce and the bubba gumps which was a delicious tempura shrimp with a tasty creamy wasabi sauce. For my cocktail I had the Irish coffee which for a coffee lover like me was a great start to the morning and tasted great. My main dish was the chicken and waffles and it was well done, I feel like chicken and waffles often can underdeliver but this one far exceeded that. It was nicely seasoned crispy chicken strips on a fluffy waffle and a perfect pairing of flavors, salty/sweet, and amazing texture on both. We had a few desserts as well, one that was like a deconstructed s'mores and was super tasty as well as a panna cotta which was fresh and filled with delicious berries. Could not recommend this spot more! read more

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Fish of the day was grouper and it, the potatoes and the sauce were excellent. Flight of cocktails was fun and we loved them all.

You are not ready for the culinary surprise and delight that is Tongue in Cheek! This is the hole in the wall restaurant that you HAVE to frequent and bring your out of town friends to immediately! It will impress and delight everyone without a doubt. This is where you bring your vegan, vegetarian and meat eating friends alike! The staff are incredible - fun, fast and ready with a suggestion or two. There's an incredible brunch of course, but dinner is where you want to be! From the cocktails (which are plentiful, new and endless) and entrees to the shareable and tasters (which are 1-3 bites), you're sure to enjoy every single bite! Trust me when I say the Food Network missed this one and you have to try it! It delicious, quiet and incredibly affordable considering the quality of ingredients and options available! You won't regret going, but you will regret staying home! read more

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We came here on a whim and it was overall a very enjoyable dinner! We had the pork belly and the tiger prawn starters, and both were good but the pork belly really stood out. They change their menu up regularly so unfortunately what we had for entrees might not be available to you, but I'll say I enjoyed the vegan bowl a lot and my partner's ramen bowl was likewise delicious. We got a pineapple mocktail, and that was tasty; the booze and cocktail menu seems pretty well developed, so I'd say this could be a good place for those. read more

Tongue In Cheek - Pork Belly, Tiger Prawn - New American Near Me - Saint Paul, Minnesota

Super cool! Great staff my hubby! I tells ya KNOWS the best places in town can't wait to show you our food order the staff ALL work together, you're never without someone coming to check on you. Im in love tip well, it's entertainment! What ARE YOU WAITING FOR??? Get over here ciao for now. read more

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Cris was a very knowledgeable waiter and the smashburger and teaser were fabulous loved the homemade pickles. read more

Tongue In Cheek - Smash burger delicious. Chris my waiter was very knowledgeable and suggested a wonderful teaser love the eclectic menu - New American Near Me - Saint Paul, Minnesota

Great place and good food. Stopped here when we're in the area and got a couple of their teasers ($4 each) and ramen to share. The shroomin teaser was amazing!!! If you like the flavor of mushrooms get this!!! So...good and my husband and I were each able to get 2-3 small bites from it. The Blues teaser was amuse-bouche style and good but definitely only one bite. The bacon dash ramen (added in pork) was honestly the best ramen I've ever had. It was loaded with fresh flavorful toppings and the pork was to die for! Get the pork!!! You will not regret it. So tender, juicy and yummy with the caramelized crunch on the outside of every bite. The server said they braise it for 4 hours. I'd honestly go back just for a plate of that but the other food is worth it too. The ambience was nice and the service great. Give them a try! read more

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The food here is amazing! They always have one rotating vegan dish. Our server was very sweet and helpful. Great ambiance too! Can't wait to go back. read more

A hidden gem! I stumbled upon this place running errands in Saint Paul one day and stopped in thinking I would get a quick drink and a quick bite to eat. I was pleasantly surprised by the small bites and in particular the fried pepper dish (I forget the name) that is served with their homemade jerk sauce. The jerk sauce was so delicious, I bought a bottle to take home. I also had the best Smashburger I've ever had in the state of Minnesota. I tend find Minnesota food very bland and without any flavor, but this was the most flavorful burger and perfectly cooked burger that I have had in my three years living in the state. Would highly recommend, especially for non-locals who are looking for savory, flavorful food. read more

Another 5 star visit! I was THRILLED to see shroomin back on the menu. To this day, it remains one of the most delectable dished to have graced my tongue (in cheek... I'll see myself out.) My other taster today was the blue - a great pop of flavor in that bite. ($4ea) I do intend not to order cocktails ($14ea), unless they are part of the menu items (date night/brunch). The cocktails are decent but often distract from the food I select, meaning i down them quickly or same them for last - neither are ideal. The shrimp were plump and juicy in my shrimp & grits ($21). I wasn't able to finish it tho I did keep trying tiny butes every few minutes. I also tasted the sea bass ($32 featured dish) that my hubs ordered. It was absolutely divine. He wrapped with Ode to the Dome for dessert. A dish that's too sweet for this bitter gal - not a knock, &, while intriguing, Im just not a fan of sweets. Our total came in around $117 1/4 of which was drinks I wonder if they'd let me order a full sized bowl of shroomin. I guess I could always go straight to 5 of the same teaser... no shame! read more

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This place pops up on my feed every so often, so I figured why not check it out for a late lunch with the family. Its a smaller place, but has cool vibes. Service was good! Multiple servers kept checking in on our table. I was a little disappointed with the menu and food selection! It was a very small menu that I had to check in with the waiter to see if that was the dinner menu, and she confirmed it was. We ordered a few apps and they were all good! Overall Food & Vibe read more

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Looking for a new date night spot? My boyfriend and I love visiting Tongue In Cheek in Saint Paul, MN. We enjoy the high quality service, low light interior with soothing music, and their seasonal changing menus! This night we opted into to get Jerk Roasted Cauliflower, Shrimp and Chorizo Cantonese noodles, and Pan Roasted Duck Breast for our date night. We did also want to get the Steamed Clams but unfortunately they did run out, which is no biggie. Jerk Roasted Cauliflower- Nice roasted touch where it's not overly cooked to the point where it's mushy. Seasons of the jerk went well and was not overly salty. I really enjoyed this pairing of Feta cheese, I would have never thought to add that into this dish! Shrimp and Chorizo Cantonese Noodles- Perfect cook on the meats! The noodles really soaked up the flavor of the chorizo. I personally would've preferred some other kind of sauce mixed in this dish, but I'm a someone who love some good wet noodles Other than that, still a solid dish, just need more of a touch of flavor. According to my boyfriend, he did say there was more sauce on the bottom of the dish, so I may have justy missed that! Pan Roasted Duck Breast- I'm actually surprised at the serving size I received. Love the cook on the breast and if you're someone who doesn't like Medium Rare steak, this is not for you. On the other hand, if you do you'll love this! It's paired with potato pave, which is thinly sliced potato's stacked together and baked to help give that nice crunchy texture to the dish. I've actually never had the potato pave before and I'm loving it! The sauce was light and almost slightly creamy on the potato's. The aioli on top of the duck was slightly salty to enhance the flavor and have a savory finish when everything is combined to one bite. Last but not least, ending our night with a flight of their different cocktails! Ohhh weeeeee man, their cocktails are STRONG on liquor and FLAVor! read more

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I like what they do here. I'll disclose that although they are getting all the stars from me, it is not because this is a fancy, fine-dining spot with white table cloth service and perfect food. It is because it is an unassuming storefront that offers some inventive, high quality food and drink in a setting that would appeal more to a hippie than a hipster. And they do it while keeping high standards for what comes out of the kitchen. Where too many places are chasing the most popular concepts of the moment, Tongue In Cheek gives off a bit of an irreverant vibe and does the anti-establishment thing of doing what feels like whatever they want but in a good way. The staff seem to be proud of this and they should be. It can be busy so getting a table reserved is a recommendation for popular times. They do serve weekday brunch which is a plus for those of us that work non-traditional hours and need a good breakfast and bar place during the week. And don't discount sitting at the bar as it is a bit eclectic and has a nice rhythm all its own. Kudos to them for having their own craft cocktail menu with some inventive creations but also for cocktails that are a few bucks south of pricing at almost every other cocktail bar around. As for food, the menu seems to be driven in a blue collar foodie direction. Nothing super hoity-toity but they do a respectable (albeit nontraditional) version of ramen and a reasonable cheeseburger and fries. While it is not dive-bar cheap, nothing is these days and I respect them for staying true to their food in these trying times as evidenced by them keeping an onsen style egg in their ramen without additional surcharge pricing in these days of $10/dozen eggs! They could have just as easily stopped putting the egg on their ramen and charged the same and people would have continued to order it. But those of us that pay attention and really come for the food take note of these kinds of details that maintain kitchen integrity. And these details matter to me. I believe they are celebrating their 10th or 11th year in business and I am glad they are part of the MN dining scene. The Twin Cities is better for it being here. If you are in the area, don't miss a chance to stop in here for an adult beverage, a bowl of ramen, and a nice dose of kitchen integrity. read more

Tongue In Cheek - New American Near Me - Saint Paul, Minnesota

I absolutely loved my experience here, and my server was so friendly too. The food was truly so innovative, and you can't miss the teasers at $4 each. I got one of each to try! Bacon and egg - insane. A runny egg in the middle fried, topped with avocado and hot jam. East fried pride - literally the best most melt in your mouth pork belly I've ever had in my entire life. So flavorful and the crunchy veggies added a nice citrus tang to the bite. The blues - not my fav from the bunch, but only because I don't love fruit mixed with savory. The blueberry bite is in a gelatin form that bursts open like popping boba when you bite into it. Def eat this in ONE bite! SGT. peppers - omg SO spicy. My mouth was genuinely burning, because there were still a few seeds. However, they were fried really perfectly. The tangy sauce was also delicious!! Shroomin - if you like mushrooms, this is perfect for you. It's fried enoki mushrooms served with a shiitake custard - so unique! Weekend at Bennies - a delicious eggs Benedict! Top quality salmon paired with a runny poached egg and a light hollandaise sauce. I went in on a Wednesday lunch and there were still some tables left, though I sat at the bar. They have some booths and lots of two or four table tops. There's some parking in the back, but it'll be mostly free street parking. read more

Tongue In Cheek - Weekend at Bennies - New American Near Me - Saint Paul, Minnesota

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White-glove service and an absolutely splendid meal--all at a surprisingly nice price. Parking was a breeze, the layout was a tad puzzling figuring out who to check in with for seating. Minor quirk aside, the whole experience was downright marvelous. Do yourself a favor - pop in here! read more

Tongue In Cheek - @Market Omelette - New American Near Me - Saint Paul, Minnesota

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Wow! What an unexpectedly wonderful evening! My partner suggested we go there to celebrate her birthday. We both loved everything about the experience! There was a beautifully welcoming and attentive rhythm to the service. The names of the drinks on the menu were fun and creative, and the drinks themselves were delicious. We got the Red Headed Stranger and the Erroneous Negronious. We took every single recommendation from our friendly and knowledgeable waitperson about what to order, and we were thrilled with the flavors of everything we ate. We loved the "To Share or Not to Share" Tuna Tartare Tostada which was smoked under glass and the Teaser East Fried Pride pork belly dish that was definitely "sprinkled with magic" as we were told by our waitperson. We had both of the specials for the evening... Grouper with a delicious caper sauce and the Vegasm (Broccolini Tempura on a bed of Cauliflower puree). We loved the neighborhood feel of Tongue in Cheek, which was welcoming and diverse, and all of the patrons seemed happy and connected. Excited to have a new favorite restaurant to come back to again and to share with our friends! read more

Super flavorful food! The $4 bites were great little samples. My favorite was the pork cube. read more

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I am very pleased to have discovered this great spot. I can't believe I had not heard of it until this week! My wife and I took advantage of their "Date Night" special and were able to try a lot of different foods. We tried a mushroom mousse which was unique and tasty. The Pad Thai salad was excellent! Truly all the food was excellent. The drinks were not half bad either I did have a bit of higher hopes for them at a place that had a cocktail flight but they were still tasty just pretty standard. We had a trainee server who was a bit quiet but her trainer was very helpful. I am excited to come back and try the Ramen! read more

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We were on the hunt for a unique, local food spot. Locals have recommended this place multiple times so we thought we'd try it out. Service was great! They explain their dishes very thoroughly and offer great recommendations! The restaurant is located on a small busy street and it is surprisingly roomy inside. Will definitely be back to try out more of their delicious dishes! read more

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This is a great restaurant, one of the best Saint Paul spots. Consider: - $4 Teasers: single bite menu items. Satisfying, intricate bites.* - 2oz Cocktail teasers / flights. Batched cocktails ensure consistently delicious drinks .. and that they can pour them into multiple tiny, attractive glasses for you to taste! - Good ethnic inspired items. I like their ramen, it's not traditional but to my palette it does compare favorably - Fun, causal ambiance; well-prepared food, that you would expect at a more upscale spot - Not cheap but good value for the quality, delicious meal you'll get! Tips: - *Teasers really are single bite. You can try to share, but a little awkward. I will add that the lineup hasn't changed much over the years - Consider the chicken piccata, yum. If you recognize a menu item, expect a good execution of said dish - We like the fried sponge cake for desert Favorite St Paul spots: The Nook, The Emerald Lounge, Moscow on the Hill, SK Coffee (the one 550 Vandalia St), Peking Garden, and yes -- Tongue in Cheek!! read more

Tongue In Cheek - I'm a sucker for a nice glass water pitcher - New American Near Me - Saint Paul, Minnesota

We had an OUTSTANDING brunch at Tongue in Cheek to celebrate my wife's birthday. Service was fast and friendly, nice environment and delicious food. Drinks: Cocktails were all good. We got the Yo Adrian and Espresso Martini (but with tequila - but wouldn't get this again). Teasers: We got the East Fried Pride (pork belly, stone fruit, peanut) and it was sooooo good. My wife and I were each able to have a healthy sized bite of this. My dad got the Blues (blueberry, bleu cheese, peanut) and said it was a "flavor explosion" in his mouth. His teaser was suited for just one person. Entrees: 3/5 of us ordered the Heeeere's Johnny braised pork egg Benedict and all loved it. 1 person got the Classic breakfast (pretty standard, nothing special TBH) and 1 got the Weekend at Bennie's cold smoked salmon Benedict and loved it. Dessert: We got the Ode to Dome and another berry type dessert (can't recall the name). Both were scrumptious. We even got one for free as a birthday treat! We can't wait to come back and try more. read more

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Well-balanced modern flavors in various portions make for a delightful multi-course experience in a lowkey environment. Wonderful staff and attention to detail feels like fine dining - a diamond in the rough. read more

This was our first time at Tongue in Cheek , and we got the date night special. You get two drinks, two teasers, 4 shareables, and a dessert for $85! We ordered Sangria and a Ron Swanson for our drinks which were both great. Then for teasers we got the SGT. Peppers and Bacon & Egg- we split them even though they are meant as an amuse-bouche. The shishito peppers were fried and really yummy and the egg yolk was also fried but still gooey in the middle- both tasty. All four Shareables were so delicious! My favorite was the fries, the cheese sauce was SO good but a very close second was the Fried Chicken Buns. Then, for dessert we got the fries pound cake that had a raspberry sauce and it reminded me of the taste of funnel cake, so good. Will definitely be back to try brunch and their cocktail flight! read more

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Came here for brunch with friends while we were in town for a wedding. The vibe here was great. The music playlist was on point. The customer service was the best I experienced in my whole trip to St. Paul. Since I am allergic to pork the food option for me here was sparse. However they were so accommodating and I had one of the best burgers and salads I've here had. All my friends loved their food. I would gladly come back to here the next time I am in town. read more

Tongue In Cheek - New American Near Me - Saint Paul, Minnesota

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I've always wanted to try this place. I ordered the Ramen and it was very good. The Ramen was flavorful and the perfect amount. Service was phenomenal. There's cool artwork that filled the restaurant, makes for great conversation. Can't wait to go back to try the rest of the menu. read more

Tongue In Cheek - Classic Ramen - New American Near Me - Saint Paul, Minnesota

Came here to celebrate the birthdays of two friends and we were not disappointed! I started with the drink flight.. some I liked, others I didn't and so other people drank those and they liked them so much, they ordered the full sized versions, so win/ win I guess lol. The food was astounding. I started with the egg and bacon, pork belly and the pork bao buns. Absolutely no complaints here! Will definitely be coming back the next time I'm in this area! read more

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Unique restaurant with a variety of cuisines...excellent flavor, texture, staff...very modern, a range of ambiance depending on your mood...just delicious. I went back again with my wife because I loved it the first time and she loved it. Hope in the wall elegance, try it once at least. read more

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Before you come here just don't expect your salad to get tossed. They do split the buns and fill them with MEAT and they leave "full". Don't call me a perv because they have a sauce called "Jerk Sauce". Bunch feels out of place.. like they wanted open earlier and and compete with other businesses. If you come here for the cheese burger.. seriously WTF?! It sucks and I imagine it's a safe pick for some clown brings their kids but if you're not a child.. get something that actually goes with the chef's skills. The chicken & waffles isn't anything to write home to. It's not worth $17 and who the f**k puts seeds on waffles?! And they specialize in Asian dishes. Stick to them. If you go off the beaten path? I warned you. I didn't meet ownership but if you told me the owners were Asian country or visited a couple and from Las Vegas but they wanted a mixture of that.. I believed it. This isn't something you'll want to experience once a week. They sale you a visually great vibe for your influencer/social media read more

If you enjoy food and flavor this is a TREMENDOUS restaurant. I went for lunch on a Friday and sat in the bar area at a table for two looking out on the street. My server Michael was also tending the bar. He was perfect and since it was my first visit I relied on his suggestions somewhat. Started off with 2 teasers...one was pork belly with a fabulous sauce..it was about 3 bites and very flavorful...the 2nd teaser was a tiger shrimp fried with a crispy coating..I enjoyed it also. For an entree I ordered the Here's Johnny eggs Benedict with roasted pork and hollandaise sauce..EXCEPTIONALLY GOOD ..and of course I had to sample dessert..deep fried pound cake with a 10 out of 10 raspberry sauce. Once again if you enjoy food food and TREMENDOUS FLAVORS...YOU NEED TO TRY TOUNGUE IN CHEEK read more

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This place is adorable. It looks like an old school diner but slightly upscaled. The highlight of this meal was definitely our server Brittany, who was fantastic all night. They were really busy on a Friday night so food came out a bit slower - but not a big deal. We got our drinks quickly. I loved the bite size teasers. The pork belly teaser was probably my favorite bite of the evening. The ahi crudo came out on a salt block, and they do warn you to eat it fast or it becomes TOO salty. I liked it though, but the last piece was definitely very salty. The buns - the pork one was better than the chicken. The chicken was just a tad dry. The ramen was okay - it was not as brothy as I was expecting for ramen. The 22 oz ribeye was perfectly cooked. Melt in your mouth. But the chimcurri was also a bit on the salty side. The vegasm was a spicy pasta and it was very good. Definitely would recommend over the ramen imo. Overall, good food, great service. Would have been 5 stars if it just dialed down a bit on the salt level. read more

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Yummm! The fries and fixins' were very delicious, and not something I've had before. Everyone in the group really enjoyed their meal. The chicken and pork buns were very flavorful. The Ramen was very good, and my friend was able to modify the ingredients. The noodles were cooked well and the broth was full of flavor- sweet and robust. The service was friendly and attentive. Our server checked in with us regularly. The atmosphere is upbeat and filled with abstract artwork. My eyes were busy the whole time. The one complaint is the organization of the menu. It is not very intuitive. We will be back for some more ramen soon! read more

Tongue In Cheek - Ramen - New American Near Me - Saint Paul, Minnesota

Definitely one of the best restaurants in the Twin Cities. I came here for the first time for a fancy brunch, and between my friend and I we sampled a lot and it's clear that Tongue In Cheek fits in comfortably in conversations about the most high-quality eating establisments around. I'm on a bit of an Eggs Benedict kick lately, and I'm disappointed that the doors have recently closed on a couple of my go-to spots. But now that I know what they can do at Tongue in Cheek, I feel a lot better. I got the "Heeeere's Johnny" and my friend got the "Weekend at Bennies", two distinct takes on Eggs Benedict that were very delicately assembled and fantastic to behold. I also got a side of potatoes, which were very good, but I only got them because I thought I might want a side. But those EB dishes, and especially the shredded pork on mine, were well-portioned and really just magnificent. But wait, we started with "teasers"! These are very small appetizers that are bite-sized works of art. Mine was "The Blues" which is one of the most unique flavor-storms I've ever had in my mouth. My friend got the "Smoke on the Water" and liked it a lot. Honestly, your visit will be more interesting if you get one of these. At least ask about what they do to the blueberry in "The Blues". We also got incredible desserts; mine was chocolate ganache-y and meringue-y with some other dollops of sweetness, and my friend got a very fancy spoonable apple cinnamon treat. Sorry I don't remember what they were called but I suspect they rotate a lot of inventive concoctions through their dessert menu. Service from Britney and everyone we interacted with was highly professional. There is parking in the back but it might get full easily, in which case you'll need to find somewhere on the street to park. I would recommend Tongue in Cheek to the most discerning diners. read more

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