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'd actually like to give 3.5 stars...maybe even 4. As a pub, they do a good job! We came on a…read moreThursday, which has a $10 spaghetti/meatball special ($11 if you opt for the Dago spicy Italian sausage version ). It was good, and the dago version did have some zip. Beers were $5; when we were there it wasn't loud; lots of monitors if you wanted to watch a sports game; the server was attentive, speedy $ friendly. Street parking only, but we were able to score a spot without too much difficulty. Oh! They also have a free popcorn machine, which is a fun throwback to yesteryear.

Huge filets of Pollock; I can tell the frying oil was on overdrive. AYCE on a Friday, $20.95. Could…read moreonly get in five filets. Friendly service n busy. Big place, old school charm. A neighborhood fav. Recommended.

Every fish fry season, Obb's is always talked about as one of the best places to go. This year, we…read morefinally made it--and holy moly, it was busy! We got there at 4 PM and had about a 20 minute wait, which wasn't bad at all. When we left, I swear there were more people waiting outside than there were seated inside the restaurant. The process of getting our table was great (they definitely know what their doing) and our server was amazing, but if you're planning to go on a Friday night during fish fry season, be prepared for a wait. It was $20 for all-you-can-eat fish, but the portion sizes were pretty big to begin with, so we didn't order any extras. For sides, you could choose between fries or a baked potato, and for an extra charge, you could get au gratin potatoes. The fish was good, but the crispness level was lacking on both the fish and the fries--that's why I'm giving it 3 stars. Parking is a bit chaotic. You'll probably end up parking on a side street and walking a little bit. I will say they have a gorgeous patio! It wasn't open for dinner but the tables were all out so we could sit there with our drinks while we waiting for our table which was a nice bonus on a 70 degree day. Glad we tried a new place and happy fish fry season!

We came in for a free comedy show, so our exposure had more to do with the backroom. It was very…read morespacious and comfortable. The stage was easy to see, and performances were great. There seemed to be two servers zooming around for the full duration. They never seemed to stop moving and were very attentive. We tried the nachos, cheese curds, and BLT. All were pretty decent, but nothing I'd write home about. The burgers all looked great from other tables, I'll have to try one of those next time.

We walked next door to grab some cocktails. Surprised to see how big the bar is, big patio,…read moreadditional room with stage, and the main room with the bar. We were greeted upon entering and chose a table to sit. Drinks were made fast and my friend wanted to try the duck wontons, they were pretty tasty. This is the snack before dinner reservation.

Always amazing! The best staff anywhere. Incredible patio, even during cold months…read more The food is second to none. Period. Go here.

This is a great little neighborhood joint. Full of regulars and it's easy to see why. A nice drink…read moreand food menu with specials every night of the week. They recently added a great year round patio in the back which expanded their seating quite a bit. Staff is nice and friendly. The food is above average bar food. Their fish fry, available any day, is my fave. Always good. They have a small parking lot and ample street parking too.

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!

This was a delightful place for brunch! Everyone's food exceeded our expectations! The Gouda hash…read morebrowns were really yummy and the breakfast burrito was a delicious hearty serving, packed with meat, we all enjoyed the fresh like squeeze too. We were all pleasantly surprised when our server gave us complimentary mini donuts, what a fun morning treat and still warm. We arrived a little after 10am and were remarkably able to get a last minute table for 10! When we left the place had filled up though! There are TVs downstairs, but not upstairs if you are wanting to watch sports. Service was fab and we were able to ask her separate checks! Would love to go back and try the avocado toast or breakfast sandwich!

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!

The vibe is very pub-tastic. You will see decor that lets you know you are in a pub…read more There are a variety of drink options from beer on tap to cocktails. Parking was very easy. A parking lot in the back for guests. I orders the burger. The burger had a jam on it. The burger tasted very fresh.

What an interesting local bar in Minneapolis! Our group wandered into this bar shortly after…read moreattending a wedding at the Church of St. Agnes right around the corner. Once we walked into the bar we could tell immediately this was a local dive bar for the surrounding area. To paint a picture most of the people who were at the bar at 3pm on a Sunday were an older crowd (50+), one lady was wearing a shirt which was dress-length with a cat plastered on the front, and in the corner, to my delight, there were various arcade games which cost $1 to play. I'd definitely recommend this bar if you're looking to escape the surrounding summer heat after a wedding and get $3 beers. The bar offers cheap beers on tap and arcade games in the corner which you can entertain yourself with. There's a jukebox which also doubles as a free photo booth (we may or may not have taken multiple free photos). Since we were a wedding party of men in suits and women in cocktail dresses we definitely got a lot of side eye from the local crowd (also probably due to our poor decisions to play a few Nickelback songs on the jukebox) but since we were in a large group we had a blast!

New owners! Fabulous people and a great new vibe, from the new owner. Big change..it appears that…read morethe new management actually likes to have... customers! We are looking forward to maybe an expansion and events in their super party room. Cheap drinks, and they have a sign for bingo. If their upgrading the bar turns out as absolutely spectacular as the upstairs apt remodel (you can see it on a real estate site) it will be great for the neighborhood.

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

Frustrated with this place because of its tremendous potential and many missed opportunities…read more Massive 21-foot screen to watch football as well as about another 20 easily show all games at once as well as other sports that might be on concurrently (Twins baseball game and Indiana Fever WNBA game are current examples). Nope. EVERY single TV is on the same channel for the same game, with exception of three TVs located immediately to the right of the massive big screen. Two of those are on a coin-collecting show and the other has just now been changed from an episode of NCIS to the Minnesota WNBA game. Ya think at least the sound from the one game that IS on the TVs is being played? Nope. Some random music being played over the speakers. Food and drink specials are pretty good, but many inconsistencies throughout. Bottomless mimosas for $20 listed with no time associated, so one would assume it's all day. Waiter 'thinks' it's only until 2pm while the menu only hints it might be until 1pm bcuz it's listed near other specials that end at 1pm. Those food and drink specials I mentioned have no times associated with them. Listed as 'Vikings On the Wall of St Paul.' Asked the waiter if the specials were all-day Sunday during the games. He wasn't sure, said he 'thinks' it might only be during the Minnesota game. I HATE writing poor reviews and rarely ever do it. But this one was exceptional. Cool place but c'mon guys. Missing ALL the games we came here to watch!

Grabbed a bite here before heading to the MN Yacht Music Festival on Harriet Island. At first we…read moresat 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!

Heard this place can get pretty packed around lunch so I stopped in right when it opened. Was…read moregreeted 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

Came here for Father's Day at 5pm. We used to go to Chaska but that closed…read more We had the Cajun Onion Rings, Cheesesteak Lucy, PB burger, Smashburger. They were all delicious and the waffle fries were great too. I asked for the Crooked Bloody spicy and it's probably the best one I've had and can't beat the $6.75 HH price! Service was ok, server was nice enough but seemed felt like we were on a short leash - like we had to give our order & preferences in a particular way or she won't get it. Ambiance was as expected for a burger place, will go back cos it's one of our go-tos. Hubby got his burger free for Father's Day!

Nice sports bar They…read morehave a couple dining rooms, bar seating, patio and space for parties Always good service and food! I've never had bad food. One of my fav spots for a reuben- I swap out the rye bread for wheat bread sometimes They also have the best salad- Bourbon Cranberry Chicken Salad! So good! Maplewood Hours: Sunday - Wednesday: 11:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m. Thursday - Saturday: 11:00 a.m. - 11:00 p.m HAPPY HOUR: 3:00-6:00 p.m. Sunday-Thursday Special Drink Deals- On weekdays and Saturdays/Sundays (check website) Events: *Mondays- Bingo night 6:30pm Coverall *Shuttles to Wild Games *Free Rewards Club *$25 pint club- extra specials just for you *Bingo in the downstairs at The Foxhole Bingo Pull tabs both up and downstairs Free parking lot- gets busy when there is bingo