We did our visit on Valentine's Day. The staff is amazing and they are efficient. We enjoyed our conversation and the food came with our 2nd drink. No rushing us. The potato salad is delicious read more

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Stopped here to check out the patio also it was highly recommended as a St. Paul staple. Walking through the pub to get to the patio, it was a generally a nice looking place, wasn't too packed on a Sunday afternoon, they had some sports going on the tv's at the bar and decent decor. The patio is tucked in and has greenery around keeping it closed in. We were kind of bar hopping so we just got an app to share- the chips and dip (onion dill dip) and the cran-peach mule. Everything was good. I would probably go back and try other menu items at some point. The staff were nice and attentive. They have a parking lot around the back as well as there's some street parking. read more

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A Saint Paul institution that lives up to its reputation. Great bar with great service and food that doesn't disappoint. Love the old feel to this bar. Great menu full of diverse dishes like the Black Eyed Pea Hummus, or the Seared Torgarashi Tuna, or a fairly simple Classic Double Burger. I ordered the Braised Beef Tacos and was very happy. Love the flavors and the beef was so tender. The Fried Chicken Sandwich was substantial and so good. Will fill the belly for sure. Solid Classic Double burger as well. Also, I did see an order of wings go out and they looked amazing. Will be getting an order on my next visit. To top it all off they have a great drink menu and they make an excellent Old Fashioned. They do have a parking lot in back with a rear entrance. A little hard to find and I would not recommend this entrance if you are handicapped or have trouble with walking. read more

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Love, love, love!! This bar has a lot going on for such a small space. They have lots of local beers on tap and their food is top notch. We met some family here and enjoyed everything. I had the Bandito burger, it was so good! Tip: get the avocado slice on top. I washed it all down with a delicious chocolate peanut butter porter. Definitely coming back to enjoy their patio this summer!! read more

Brunson's Pub - people sitting at tables - Burgers Near Me - Saint Paul, Minnesota

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What a fun place to visit. Staff is funny as a comedy club. I don't think I can use the word, cook. They food is cooked and prepped with magic or cocaine because these guys/ gals are chefs. I crave the maple soy wings and the classic double is phenomenal. The only downside to this place, so many beautiful people. Look for me, I'm the ugly guy in the corner with food stains read more

Brunson's is one of my favorite dive bars; their patio is 10/10! I will say, though, on a super hot summer's day, sitting inside is not the greatest (there were some wall AC units, but they didn't fully cut through the heat). My friends and I stopped by for some food after a lake day, & we did have a bit of a wait to sit, but that wasn't terrible. Once we were sat, we were helped by a couple of different servers, who were both great. I got the fish tacos, which were....mid. I was surprised that the fish was in tiny pieces, almost like a deep-friend ground beef consistency? The salsa on top was good, but definitely was 90% of the flavor. All in all, I wouldn't necessarily get them again, but will absolutely be back to Brunson's. read more

Brunson's Pub - Fish tacos - Burgers Near Me - Saint Paul, Minnesota

I've been meaning to come here for a while, and happy hour on a Friday finally warranted a visit. I'm glad we finally made it happen. This place was charming! After we were seated, my partner recollected being there as a child with their parents. It's a local bar with a large offering of craft beers, and a menu that deserves a return visit. We just had cocktails, beer, and an appetizer (cheese curds) this visit. I don't recall the name of my cocktail, but it was fancy! My partner had a local beer that's a favorite. The server and bartender were engaging. As time progressed this place filled up; it looks to be a popular choice. There was parking behind the building. We look forward to a return visit. I'd like to check out one of the salads next visit, but there were lots of items deserving a second look. read more

Brunson's Pub - Cocktail and cheese curds - Burgers Near Me - Saint Paul, Minnesota

The food was decent. Inside had a funny smell so we sat on the patio. It was a little too cold. The servers were nice and did check on us. It's a nice please to go if you're looking for something fast and easy. They don't have a big brunch menu. read more

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Thoroughly enjoyed my experience at Brunson Pub! Went for a work dinner and loved how relaxed the environment is. Our service was super prompt and friendly. We started with cheese curds and loaded fries from their happy hour menu. Cheese curds are definitely 10/10! They were crisp, moist on the inside, and not greasy. The sauces are the real gems here and made for a tasty appetizers! The loaded fries were okay. Would've liked for the cheese sauce to be on the side to avoid the fries getting soggy. For an entree I ordered the Hoppin John Salad which is warm with collard greens, black eyed peas, rice, roasted corn and lots of other deliciousness. Hands down, one of the tastiest warm salads! If you're looking for a place to cozy up and hang with friends or grab a quick bite, this is a good place. I would definitely return! read more

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Amazing service, insanely good food, and decently priced drinks! Will be back! Server Steve is great! read more

Brunson's Pub - Black Black Eye Pea Hummus, Deviled Eggs, Brussels Sprouts - Burgers Near Me - Saint Paul, Minnesota

So good every time. You can't go wrong with anything on the menu. From black eyed pea hummus to the Schweitz burger, you won't be disappointed. Sit on the patio if you can. read more

Great food and friendly staff! Plenty of seating with 2 floors and a long bar spanning the first floor. The menu offers a good selection. Everyone in my group loved our meals! We started with chips and dip for an appetizer. For entrees we ordered the ham & cheese, banh mi, and Italian sandwiches with fries. The ham & cheese has Brie on it which I love! The fries were perfectly crispy, although could have used a little salt or seasoning. We were sat right next to the kitchen so it was quite noisy at times. Overall good experience and would come back!!! read more

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My friends and I went to visit because I heard the chicken wings were tasty and they were wonderful. The chicken wings are actually chicken thighs and you have your choice of sauce; I chose maple soy and sweet chili. I also got the maple soy brussel sprouts and a peach mango cider. The service was good and we sat inside and enjoyed a lovely table and it felt very homey inside. I can't wait to come back and sit on the patio. read more

I really wanted to love this place because the staff are super friendly and genuinely lovely. Unfortunately, the food was just okay; kind of felt like eating at a Culver's, which was a bit disappointing. I had heard so many great things about their food, especially the house chips and dips that friends raved about, so I was hoping for a better experience. It's a smaller spot, and when you walk in, you're greeted by the bar. The patio is really charming, and the drinks were pretty good. So, if you're just looking for a nice patio spot, this place could definitely work! read more

Neighborhood bar with amazing food and service. Home made potato chips and ketchup are addictive. read more

Brunson's Pub - No pain, no gain burger.... - Burgers Near Me - Saint Paul, Minnesota

Omg...yum! I loved this place! We sat at the bar and it felt just like Cheers. So cozy and lots of people who seemed to be regulars. The inside looked like a typical dive bar (but very clean). There was a beautiful plant and tree filled patio that I would love to check out some day too. We started with the house made chips with onion and dill dip. So good! I ordered the braised beef sandwich with potato salad and it was fantastic! I had a beer to start with and then the best dirty martini I've had in a while. We loved the bartender! Overall a great experience! Looking forward to another visit. read more

Brunson's Pub - Housemade Chips & Dip - Burgers Near Me - Saint Paul, Minnesota

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Expected more. Afternoon stop in for a meal and was inspired after all the reviews. Nothing special about the pub or service. Long wait for food - the server blamed a large take out order and did apologize. Cheese curds came out as a cold, greasy lump. All of them clumped together and not even hot. Entrees were unforgettable. We left disappointed. $$ read more

Food and service were good. Patio dining on a balmy night was perfect! Parking in the back, but watch out for the stairs. Really liked the chips and the Cole slaw. read more

Servers were very friendly and the place had a great vibe. There were many 'regulars' which is always a good sign of good food.

Best burgers and cocktails in MN! I wanted to stay and try everything. (If you're thinking about trying the deviled eggs, get 2 orders)

I thought I had reviewed this place but I can't seem to find it. Brunsons is one of the best pubs in the Twin Cities. I've been here many times and will be there many times in the future! Their food is top notch, they have an outstanding happy hour, but their customer service is out of this world best I've ever experienced in the state. I highly recommend this place for anyone! read more

Getting my fish and chips craving satisfied. The fish pieces were so big, I couldn't even finish 1 of them and they give you 2! You could definitely share this meal. The burger was great! The house popcorn is spicy! So beware if you don't tolerate spicy flavors. We enjoyed it but the first piece was unexpected. Great fish n chips and burger place! read more

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I love their sandwiches and their fish and chips! I do think to be completely honest that it's a bit price for the size portions but it is tasty! Their service is always nice and attentive. I've never been to an Irish or British pub but I like to think that that's how the ambience truly feels! read more

I'm never disappointed when I stop in at Brunson's. It's a local bar in an older building, but it's clean, staff is always welcoming and friendly, and I love that in the city there is a small parking lot. I've had their sandwiches and burgers and loved them both but my go to items are loaded Mac and cheese, loaded fries and their wings. The sauces to the wings are always so flavorful and the crisp outside and juicy inside are a win. They have a solid cocktail and beer menu so there is something for everyone. They also have a great happy hour menu. I will continue to make this a stop a few times a year. read more

Brunson's Pub - Loaded Fries - Burgers Near Me - Saint Paul, Minnesota

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First time here last night. Place was packed. We were seated upstairs where there were open tables and it was much more quiet. Food was wonderful as were the drinks. Our server was super attentive and great at suggesting menu items for us. We will be back! read more

Brunson's Pub - Burgers Near Me - Saint Paul, Minnesota

My husband & I come here often, as it's a great little spot with super friendly staff, a wonderful beer selections, and really good food.

I've been here several times but we took our out of town friends to show off STP and the server couldn't have been more snarky and condescending. My friend has a gluten allergy and he kept repeating yes something was gf and looked super annoyed. Then I ordered a burger and he said medium and said well yeah but more well done and he said so not medium again in his rude voice. The burger had zero pink which I wanted. I once worked at a restaurant that the owner told me after the first bite you check with the table to ensure the food came out okay. Sound advice. This server never asked us and next time he came was for the bill. He wasn't even that busy. Plus my bacon burger was half bacon fat and inedible. Super bummed. read more

Brunson's Pub - Bacon fat - Burgers Near Me - Saint Paul, Minnesota

A friendly neighborhood pub with a sports-bar type feel. They have a good list of beers on tap, cocktails, and wine. I recommend the braised brisket tacos served on blue corn tortillas, and make sure to check out all the hot sauces! read more

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Food is good. Nicely decorated. Wait staff is attentive. Great patio that welcomes dogs.

First time here, we're looking for a good burger. Husband got the double patty and said it was really good- not great but really good. Nice flavor, cooked well, nice bun. I had the bean burger and like most bean burgers it was mushy but had decent flavor and the goat cheese was awesome. Service was good and interior is great- nice long bar and what looks to be a really nice patio (wait was too long so we sat inside). If we were in the neighborhood we would for sure go back. Not at all close to us so doubt we would go out of our way to head back. All in all a decent place! read more

What a lovely little place, my biggest regret is that we did not discover this place until many years after we had already moved out of the East Saint Paul area! I wish we had thought to explore out this way because Brunson's would've been a regular hang out for us! We loved the almost divey vibe of this bar, it's in a compact space but they have plenty of bar seats, a mix of high top and booth seating, in addition to patio seating (something we discovered too late and will be utilizing on our next visit this summer!). As soon as we walked in we were greeted by the bartender who flagged us down to bar seating right by the kitchen. Literally everyone we talked to or saw interacting with others around us was so, so nice and friendly. The vibes were fabulous and low-key, the food was spectacular, and the drinks were wonderful. We cannot wait to come back! Something we loved about this place was that pretty much all of the food we ordered was made from scratch, and the cook seemed to think up everything on his own! I loved how the menu seemed to blend many of the same great tastes and flavors but didn't seem like they were all the same item. Plenty of old school decor to take in as well. Do yourself a favor and stop by Brunson's, you won't regret it. read more

Brunson's Pub - Pulled bacon benedict - Burgers Near Me - Saint Paul, Minnesota

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This is my favorite spot in St. Paul. Their food is unmatched and they have a great patio. I highly recommend the maple soy wings - so dang good. Also a big fan of their cheese curds and cocktails. read more

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It's exciting to see what has happened with this location. It previously was a typical hometown dive bar / pool hall converted into a bar and grill / restaurant. For those that remember the original location it's really nice and the new owners have put a great twist on it. The atmosphere is very inviting and the staff and the owners are always pleasant and accommodating. The menu is full of great items that suit all tastes their salads are amazing and their burgers will leave you speechless. My favorites are the "No Payne no Gain" the "classic double" and the "Schweitz burger"(and homage to the previous namesake Schweitz's bar also the wedge salad is beyond amazing. The prices are pretty standard, and their drink/liquor menu is pretty extensive for a hometown bar. I honestly don't have anything bad to say with the exception that if you're looking for a decent glass of wine this is probably not the place for you I had two glasses of different red wines each and it wasn't what I'm accustomed to but again this isn't a wine bar but I do love my whiskey and they definitely know how to make a classic and "mean" Manhattan or old fashioned. As far as the space / ambience the main floor you have your choice of sitting at the bar sitting in the bar at a high top or in the tucked away dining area, you also have the majority of the top floor if you don't mind taking stairs and there's plenty of cozy seating for date night or if you wanted a little bit quieter place for a small group. They also have an amazing patio for those summer months. If you haven't been this needs to be one of your"need to try"locations It is definitely on my list of go to's!! read more

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Cool bar! Cheese curds were awesome. The double cheeseburger had sweet pickles, but other than that very good. Fry seasoning also had a little sweetness to it. Everything had its own touch. Would go back! read more

Best burger I've ever had. Cheese curds were amazing too. Friendly and attentive service by all the staff. Dive bar feel made it an authentic and enjoyable experience. read more

Hidden burger gem in St. Paul! Food: 4/5 The burgers were to die for! Very fresh and well-seasoned patty's. I love the kettle chips on the side. The mac and cheese was so gooey cheesy too! Service: 4/5 We had a super nice and sweet waitress. She was attentive and met our needs. Very positive vibes from every staff I met that day. Ambiance: 3/5 Very well-kept restaurant with dimmed lightings. Lots of tables and chairs. Great music and happy vibes only. FYI: Food pictures to come! read more

Love the ambiance and vibe of this establishment and so did everyone else as it was a full house! All of their food was restaurant recipes and not frozen food type if you know what I mean and I wanted to try everything on the menu! We narrowed it down to their wings, I was skeptical of chicken thigh style wings but pleasantly surprised they were amazing, lightly battered and meaty!!! The burgers were double patty, fresh bakery buns and delicious; side choices house made chips or fries. Guests next to me had fresh battered fish and the cheese curds, they gave two thumbs up too and said they do date night here every week Service was friendly and professional and a little slower to take our food order but again they were slammed not their fault. Food came out promptly. Now onto the drinks, they had a house beverage list with plenty of options but I will say for $12-$13 a drink that came with a huge ice cube I had it devoured in a few sips; I'd like more bang for my buck here and due to that I refrained from ordering another drink and resorted to a beer. I can't wait to come back and try everything on the food menu! Desserts I was too full for but nice house made options. read more

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Excellent food. Great servers. Super upbeat place with a great bar and patio area! Would definitely recommend it and will return on the next trip! read more

This place is a hidden gem that is for sure!!!! This was in our pub pass and it isn't our typical place we'd go but we are happy we did. Our first time was last year and we were greeted with VERy nice people. A lady with curly hair who ran the food and the bartender I believe named Stephen. We had beer and cheese curds. They were the best cheese curds we've had in awhile. And the 2 sauces that they have with them were amazing!!! A little spicy so you dip both together. AMAZING! Last week we stopped back to get our 2022 stamp and had curds and the chips and dip. So good. We had the rose cider and the indeed pistachio beer and both were great! This place may look like a hole in the wall (some of the best places are) but man they have amazing food. Great service as well. read more

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One of my fave places on the East Side! Smallish seating area inside, get there during happy hour during the nice months and snag a seat outside on the patio. Always ask about the specials. They usually have something different every week. More recently, they do chopped cheese on Sunday evenings. My favorite thing is the fried chicken sandwich. Don't sleep on the chip and dip side. Bartenders are fun and they have some great taps and cocktails. read more