Best Restaurants with a Happy Hour in South St. Paul

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BloomingtonEaganInver Grove HeightsLongfellowRosevilleSaint Paul

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CharmingFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for brunch

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34 restaurants available nearby

1. Parlour St. Paul

4.8

Exceptional(41)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Saint Paul

Booked 25 times today

Parlour St. Paul is a casual diner and craft cocktail bar located blocks from downtown St. Paul and the Xcel Energy Center. Try the famous Parlour Burger, a double patty smash burger with American cheese and pickles or one of our other unique and delicious items while having a craft cocktail. We serve lunch Wednesday - Friday, brunch on Saturdays and Sundays starting at 11 am and more eclectic dishes in addition to breakfast food all day. We offer complimentary Valet service before an Xcel game or event.

A photo of Kincaid's - St. Paul restaurant

2. Kincaid's - St. Paul

4.6

Exceptional(5056)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Saint Paul

Booked 43 times today

Artfully serving quality steaks, and fresh and innovative seafood since 1986. Enjoy lunch, dinner or perhaps a special business or romantic occasion in our warm and inviting dining room.

3. The Lexington

4.8

Exceptional(3048)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Saint Paul

Booked 38 times today

The Lexington is more than a restaurant, it’s an institution. Located on the corner of Lexington Parkway and Grand Avenue, this St. Paul community was the most fashionable at the turn of the 19th century. The St. Paul elite lived just blocks away and the first electric trolley brought visitors up and down Grand Avenue. The Lexington opened in 1935, after the end of prohibition, and was a popular neighborhood bar to gather and socialize. Previously operating as a speakeasy, the expansive wood panels were perfect for hiding a little booze and one can only imagine the shenanigans going on beyond the hidden staircase behind the coat check. For decades following, The Lex, as it’s called by locals and enthusiasts alike, was the place to be seen; business dealings, cocktail hours, and milestone celebrations were a regular occurrence for St. Paul socialites.

4. 1881 Eating House

4.3

Awesome(136)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Saint Paul

Booked 5 times today

A century and a half ago, Eating Houses transformed train stations into more than mere transit points—they became destinations. More than restaurants, they offered warmth, connection, and a taste of home. That’s who we are: a place where history lingers, bold flavors bring comfort, and every guest becomes part of the story.1881 Eating House is a modern gastropub nestled in the heart of St. Paul’s historic Union Depot. Here, the building’s rich past meets a lively, contemporary atmosphere—perfect for any occasion. Our menu features bold, innovative dishes, handcrafted cocktails, and local brews, all served in a stylish yet welcoming space.Whether you’re stopping by for a laid-back night out, a first date, or a quick bite before your train, 1881 Eating House is where you gather, savor, and enjoy.The name "1881" pays homage to the year both the original Union Depot and our partner restaurant, Lake Elmo Inn, opened—reflecting the deep historical connection we proudly carry forward.

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5. Bennett's Chop & Railhouse

4.4

Awesome(1366)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Steakhouse • Saint Paul

Booked 14 times today

In every city, there is a natural gathering spot for city folk and neighborhood people in the know. This place in Saint Paul is know as Bennett's Chop & Railhouse. Located on West Seventh & Victoria, it is the perfect meeting place of uptown and downtown, of quiet neighborhood and big city lights.It's called a chophouse because it specializes in a casual steakhouse atmosphere with top-of-the-line cuts of the finest meats. It is a Rail-house because it is on the old railroad line serving the city and rail drinks (as well as top brands) are served in the convivial atmosphere of the horseshoe bar.And of course Bennett's is Bennett's because owners Joe and Meghan Bennett ensure that welcoming hospitality is always served. They have taken their decades of experiences with leading hospitality brands and translated it into an intimate venue where you're not only a customer, but more importantly, a welcome guest.

6. Crasqui

4.9

Exceptional(107)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Venezuelan • Saint Paul

Booked 7 times today

Crasqui is a lively Venezuelan restaurant in Saint Paul. Recipes are inspired in our chef-owner Soleil Ramirez childhood, family and friends in her home-country Venezuela. For us Crasqui is more than just a restaurant—it’s a vessel for memories, dreams, flavors, and connections. We will keep infusing our passion, dedication and love into every dish to make every guest experience memorable.

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7. Mallards - Inver Grove Heights

4.5

Awesome(443)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Inver Grove Heights

Booked 23 times today

Mallards is serving up award winning seafood & Cajun fare with southern hospitality. Born and raised in Kansas City Missouri, southern hospitality is on the top of our list. It’s more than tradition. It’s ice cold beer, key lime pie, and a party in our backyard. Our family wanted to turn passion into a reality in 2013, so we came together and opened Mallards. With Dad in charge of the menu all of our favorites started showing up! From Jambalaya to Tennessee Hot Chicken, our story finds itself on each and every plate!

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8. Boca Chica Restaurant

4.8

Exceptional(1408)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Saint Paul

Booked 15 times today

Boca Chica Mexican Restaurant has served the flavorful, authentic cuisine of Mexico since 1964. It was then that Guillermo and Gloria Frias opened the doors to their new restaurant that seated only 28 patrons. Today, Boca Chica has grown substantially and is rated "one of the best Mexican restaurants in the Twin Cities," according to the Minneapolis-St. Paul Magazine’s March 2018 issue.The authenticity of the food is maintained by making everything from scratch, the old-fashioned way, with fresh ingredients. Even the fiery salsa is still made with fresh tomatoes, chiles, and that special Frias family touch. Our menu includes some of the more traditional foods such as guisados, sopes, carne asada, chile rellenos, and tamales. Taste is never compromised. We also have a full bar featuring the city’s best selection of Mexican beers and premium tequilas. Voted "Best Margarita" by City Pages.

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9. Citizen – Saint Paul

3.2

Good(433)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Comfort Food • Saint Paul

Booked 3 times today

Citizen, located within the iconic InterContinental Saint Paul Riverfront Hotel, offers an alluring dining and social atmosphere. It's a perfect setting to connect, celebrate, or simply unwind in the heart of Minnesota's charming capital city.Taste exquisitely prepared New American dishes that evolve with the seasons. Highlights include the Black Angus Tacos, Grilled Chicken Sandwich, and Brown Butter Walleye. Citizen's menu is deliberately diverse and approachable, also offering small plates for sharing and go-to comfort foods - all perfectly paired with thoughtfully curated cocktails and locally crafted beers. So, whether you're traveling for business or pleasure, we aim to provide a unique, elevated experience in a warm and welcoming space.

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10. Sawatdee Thai Restaurant - Saint Paul

4.4

Awesome(91)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Thai • Saint Paul

Booked 2 times today

Welcome to Sawatdee Saint Paul! We are OPEN for dine in, take out and delivery. Serving award-winning Thai cuisine since 1983, Sawatdee is home to Thai food, a great daily happy hour and impeccable service. When we first opened our doors at 1983, the Sawatdee mission was simple: to take our community on an adventure full of Thai flavors and good times. Many years later, that adventure is still as exciting as ever. Sawatdee Saint Paul was the first Sawatdee which opened in 1983. Located in lowertown, it has been referred to as & the old Sawatdee" since it closed to make way for the new. With a new location on Robert Street in downtown Saint Paul, & the old Sawatdee & is now & the new Sawatdee; offering you a full menu of authentic Thai cuisine that we are famous for plus a full bar. Thai it. You'll Like it! (c)

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Karl
Minneapolis - St. Paul •3 reviews
4.0
Dined 1 day ago
For what was thought to be the go to burger in the Twin Cities, I'm not sure if Parlour is even a top five burger in the Metro anymore. Solid spot prior to a Wild game though.
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Parlour St. PaulPrice: Moderate• American• Saint Paul
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4.8
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Michele
Minneapolis - St. Paul •12 reviews
4.0
Dined 3 days ago
We love Kincaid's. Often go there pre-theater at Ordway. Last night was extremely busy- both a Wild Game and Ordway performance. Kitchen was a little backed up so we ended up having to take dinner to go after waiting for approximately 40 minutes. That being said, the dinner was delicious- I ate half of my seafood pasta after the show and the rest will be my lunch for today. Very generous portion with a lot of crab but only 4 shrimp.
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Kincaid's - St. PaulPrice: Moderate• Seafood• Saint Paul
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4.6
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TimmVIP
Minneapolis - St. Paul •12 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
We always have a great experience at the Lexington! The food is flavorful and the service is very attentive.
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The LexingtonPrice: Expensive• American• Saint Paul
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4.8
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JulieVIP
Minneapolis - St. Paul •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Great service! Wonderful food. We had the scone charcuterie with scones and lovely toppings. We had pancakes with bananas, nuts and caramel syrup. We had a steak and eggs breakfast with hash towns and toast. Lovely food, quiet atmosphere, will return! Want to try other mealtimes as well.
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1881 Eating HousePrice: Moderate• American• Saint Paul
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4.3
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Perry
Minneapolis - St. Paul •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 6 Mar 2025
Friendly, very good service - best fries in St. Paul!
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Bennett's Chop & RailhousePrice: Moderate• Steakhouse• Saint Paul
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4.4

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