Guidebook for Saint Paul
Food Scene
Caribou Coffee
757 Grand AveSmooth coffee, big chalkboard, free wifi.
Fine dining, thickly laden linen tables, jazz some nights.
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The Lexington
1096 Grand AveFine dining, thickly laden linen tables, jazz some nights.
Grab a booth or spot by the fireplace in winter--great place to linger on and on. They have croissants that love you back.
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Bread & Chocolate
867 Grand AveGrab a booth or spot by the fireplace in winter--great place to linger on and on. They have croissants that love you back.
Cushy indoor chairs, sidewalk seating, nice fireplace, wifi...it's like 'ski apres' in the winter or 'Grand pares'...if you've spent all day strolling around Grand Avenue.
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Starbucks
1062 Grand AveCushy indoor chairs, sidewalk seating, nice fireplace, wifi...it's like 'ski apres' in the winter or 'Grand pares'...if you've spent all day strolling around Grand Avenue.
Wuollet Bakery
1080 Grand AvePastries, cookies & cakes.
Popular eating places in the SE corner of Grand and Victoria. From cafeteria style soup and sandwiches to cozy date night atmosphere at Axel's.
400 Grand Ave
550 Grand AvenuePopular eating places in the SE corner of Grand and Victoria. From cafeteria style soup and sandwiches to cozy date night atmosphere at Axel's.
750 Grand Ave
750 Grand AvenueHome made ice-cream heaven.
Salut Bar Americain
917 Grand AveA bit of Paris in St. Paul.
W. A. Frost and Company
374 Selby AveHuge, shady old world patio.
Casual, comfy coffee and computer spot, with changing art work on the walls.
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Nina's Coffee Cafe
165 Western Ave NCasual, comfy coffee and computer spot, with changing art work on the walls.
Izzy's Ice Cream Cafe
More creamy, dreamy ice cream!
Everything Else
Knowledgeable auto mechanics. High end gas for your collector car. And the cutest, blue, tin tiled roof.
All American Auto Service Inc
1036 Grand AveKnowledgeable auto mechanics. High end gas for your collector car. And the cutest, blue, tin tiled roof.
University of Saint Thomas
2115 Summit AveUniversity of St. Thomas.
Mitchell Hamline School of Law
875 Summit AveLaw School.
Hamline University
1536 Hewitt AveHamline University
The UPS Store
1041 Grand AveSend stuff and get stuff.
During the summer, Farmers Market is open Friday afternoon only, but it's only 1 block away! Fresh local veggies, fruits, flowers or get something for the grill.
St Thomas More Catholic School
1065 Summit AveDuring the summer, Farmers Market is open Friday afternoon only, but it's only 1 block away! Fresh local veggies, fruits, flowers or get something for the grill.
Saint Paul Winter Carnival
75 W 5th StEvents and Convention Center
MSP Airport (Terminal 1) station
The main airport.
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (Terminal 2) station
For Sun Country airlines etc.
Rent a bike for a few hours for less than $20.
2 Bike Stations within 3 blocks: Grand Avenue & Lexington Avenue or by William Mitchell College.
Bravo Bakery
1106 Grand AveRent a bike for a few hours for less than $20.
2 Bike Stations within 3 blocks: Grand Avenue & Lexington Avenue or by William Mitchell College.
1600 Grand Ave
1600 Grand AvenueMacalester College
175 W Kellogg Blvd
175 Kellogg BoulevardConventions, Seminars, etc.
Essentials
Locally owned family grocery store. Real cheese, Boar's Head deli meat, organic produce.
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Kowalski's Market
2440 Hennepin AveLocally owned family grocery store. Real cheese, Boar's Head deli meat, organic produce.
Mississippi Market Natural Foods Co-op
622 Selby AveNatural Foods Co-op
Great, cheap wine for an evening on the porch or by the fire. And don't forget to get something to go with it from the grocery store.
484 Lexington Pkwy S
484 Lexington Parkway SouthGreat, cheap wine for an evening on the porch or by the fire. And don't forget to get something to go with it from the grocery store.
Shopping
Cooks of Crocus Hill
324 Main St SGreat browsing or even a cooking class.
GoodThings
1082 Grand AveLocal gift shop.
Sightseeing
Escape to the Conservatory...or to the zoo. Pack a picnic lunch and immerse yourself in the tall cool grass...or swim at the new water park.
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Como Park Zoo & Conservatory
1225 Estabrook DrEscape to the Conservatory...or to the zoo. Pack a picnic lunch and immerse yourself in the tall cool grass...or swim at the new water park.
Governor's Residence
1006 Summit AveHistoric Summit Avenue.
National Catholic Shrine. Divine architecture.
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I-Cathedral ye-Saint Paul
239 Selby AveNational Catholic Shrine. Divine architecture.
Stately Capitol site....where government folk are busy serving and protecting the fabulous populous of Minnesota.
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Minnesota State Capitol Mall
75 Rev Dr Martin Luther King Jr Boulevard.Stately Capitol site....where government folk are busy serving and protecting the fabulous populous of Minnesota.
"Uptown" fun/dining/dancing at Lake Street and Hennepin Avenue area.
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Uptown
"Uptown" fun/dining/dancing at Lake Street and Hennepin Avenue area.
Walking path around lake, beach, boating and near popular Uptown area.
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Bde Maka Ska
West Bde Maka Ska ParkwayWalking path around lake, beach, boating and near popular Uptown area.
Drinks & Nightlife
Micro brewery with beer tasting... and a fabulous dark beer!
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Saint Paul Brewing
688 Minnehaha Ave EMicro brewery with beer tasting... and a fabulous dark beer!
Summit Brewing Company
910 Montreal CirLocal brewery. A great tasting local beer!
Minnesota Music Cafe
501 Payne AveGreat dive bar with live music.
Cold beer, big fat burgers and casual atmosphere.
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Billy's on Grand
857 Grand AveCold beer, big fat burgers and casual atmosphere.
More than 80 beers offered. Great Sunday Jazz brunch.
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The Happy Gnome
498 Selby AveMore than 80 beers offered. Great Sunday Jazz brunch.
Good brews, cheap food. Love the big 'ol granddaddy tree on the back patio. Give it a hug, while you chug a lug.
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The Muddy Pig
Good brews, cheap food. Love the big 'ol granddaddy tree on the back patio. Give it a hug, while you chug a lug.