Guide to Old Saint Paul
Food scene
Serving award-winning, contemporary American cuisine in a turn-of-the-century setting on historic Cathedral Hill. Explore all of the different spaces including the jaw-dropping bar, cozy dining rooms with fireplaces, lower level lounge or the expansive and always blooming garden patio. Stop in for a cocktail & cheese board or stay for weekend brunch or dinner.
Reservation recommended.
62 locals recommend
W. A. Frost and Company
374 Selby AveServing award-winning, contemporary American cuisine in a turn-of-the-century setting on historic Cathedral Hill. Explore all of the different spaces including the jaw-dropping bar, cozy dining rooms with fireplaces, lower level lounge or the expansive and always blooming garden patio. Stop in for a cocktail & cheese board or stay for weekend brunch or dinner.
Reservation recommended.
The Lexington opened in 1935, after the end of prohibition, and was a popular neighborhood bar to gather and socialize. Enjoy classic cocktails and elevated supper club fare.
26 locals recommend
The Lexington
1096 Grand AveThe Lexington opened in 1935, after the end of prohibition, and was a popular neighborhood bar to gather and socialize. Enjoy classic cocktails and elevated supper club fare.
An iconic Saint Paul Irish pub housed in an 1888 Victorian Romanesque structure, claimed to be one of Saint Paul's favorite haunts. Home to the city's best St. Patrick's Day party. Pub food and drinks, check out their award-winning patio all year round for brunch, lunch or dinner. Try the pot pie.
10 locals recommend
Patrick McGovern's Pub
225 7th St WAn iconic Saint Paul Irish pub housed in an 1888 Victorian Romanesque structure, claimed to be one of Saint Paul's favorite haunts. Home to the city's best St. Patrick's Day party. Pub food and drinks, check out their award-winning patio all year round for brunch, lunch or dinner. Try the pot pie.
Sightseeing
Explore the 36,000 square foot rugged stone mansion of railroad titan James J. Hill. Built in 1891, it's the Downton Abbey of Saint Paul.
Located at 240 Summit Avenue. Tours depart every half-hour from 10:00 am to 3:30 pm on Thursday, Friday, Saturday & Sunday (except the month of December).
https://www.mnhs.org/hillhouse
71 locals recommend
James J. Hill House
240 Summit AvenueExplore the 36,000 square foot rugged stone mansion of railroad titan James J. Hill. Built in 1891, it's the Downton Abbey of Saint Paul.
Located at 240 Summit Avenue. Tours depart every half-hour from 10:00 am to 3:30 pm on Thursday, Friday, Saturday & Sunday (except the month of December).
https://www.mnhs.org/hillhouse
Neighborhoods
Summit Avenue is the most well preserved collection of Victorian Mansions in the United States, with approximately 85% of the homes originally built still meticulously preserved. Start at the Cathedral of Saint Paul and head West.
Walk it, drive it, or book a 90 minute guided walking tour with the Minnesota Historical Society.
21 locals recommend
Summit Avenue
Summit AvenueSummit Avenue is the most well preserved collection of Victorian Mansions in the United States, with approximately 85% of the homes originally built still meticulously preserved. Start at the Cathedral of Saint Paul and head West.
Walk it, drive it, or book a 90 minute guided walking tour with the Minnesota Historical Society.
Antiques
Missouri Mouse Antiques
1750 Selby AveA wide variety of vintage/antique dealers, in walking distance.
A lovely little shop featuring 20th Century Design, focusing on Mid-Century Modern and Craftsman styles.
Eastwood Gallery
1818 Selby AveA lovely little shop featuring 20th Century Design, focusing on Mid-Century Modern and Craftsman styles.
Coffee
Nina's Coffee Cafe
165 Western Ave N