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4.6 (51 reviews)
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The peach cocktail
Hnou V.

Intimate cocktail bar. Has good food and plenty of street parking. Service was quick and friendly. I got the shrimp and grits. Although it doesn't live up to any of the ones I've gotten from the South it was pretty good.

Olabisi P.

Go here for drinks before getting dinner at Estelle! They are almost sister restaurants. A lot of their workers have worked at either! Don't be shy. Get the huntress! It's so good and delightfully unexpected! It's definitely very chic! I sat at the bar and talked to the bartenders who clearly know what they are serving up here! I tried the Anne with the E and the pretty in peach. All really good. They also have pretty yummy NA cocktails as well. Try it out!

Drinks
Chloe A.

Emerald Lounge is such a vibe. The space is gorgeous, the staff are friendly, and the cocktails are some of the best in St. Paul. This place is creative, balanced, and just plain fun. Their happy hour is definitely worth planning around. I'd recommend making a reservation or getting there early because it fills up fast (and for good reason). The perfect spot for date night, drinks with friends, or a classy start to the evening.

Chicken and Risotto
Jason O.

Unique spot full of character with has a cozy vibe. Oh....the food and service are amazing! First I have to say that the food and drinks are served and plated beautifully! The first drink that we ordered was Anne with an "e". The presentation was beautiful. The drink itself was okay. Expected more flavor so it was a bit on the bland side. We also ordered an Old Fashioned. No complaints, it was done very well. For food, we ordered the Chicken and Risotto and the Rigatoni. I loved the Risotto, creamy and full of flavor. The chicken was cooked perfectly. Also, the portion size was perfect. The Rigatoni was very good. The chorizo was chopped very small so you get subtle morsels of flavor. We finished with the Mexican Hot Chocolate Cake for dessert. Sweet, rich, spicy flavor with a toasted marshmallow on top. Emerald Lounge has a great Happy Hour. Get there early and enjoy the specials from 4-5 Tuesday-Friday. Street parking so it can be a challenge but don't let that deter you. It is worth it!

Asparagus Salad
Creig A.

We made early dinner reservations because the happy hour (3-6, M-F) is an outstanding value. A bottle of wine, already reasonably priced, is half off, and paired nicely with our delicious salmon and asparagus salad. For dessert we enjoyed the basil olive oil cake - perfect! Fresh ingredients prepared well in a cozy cocktail room. Our server was knowledgeable and friendly. Great meal at a fair price overall.

Shrimp and grits
Tony F.

This place is a gem if you live in St.Paul area this is a must. Its a neighborhood place, which is always a gem, its cozy yet warm. The menu is minimal but what we had was amazing. We started off with the Fall Burata which was incredible. That could be a meal in itself. I had the Shrimp and Grits, the grits were polenta but they were flavorful and the shrimp was excellent. I would get this again. My friend had the Rigatoni which he lived. We both ordered desserts. We both had crème brûlée. They were excellent. I travel for work and will be coming back to this place.

Shrimp and grits - the andouille and sauce were a great compliment to the dish
Emilee K.

We came here on a date night and had a wonderful experience! The ambiance is quaint, intimate, trendy, and comfortable. We really enjoyed the cocktails and food! Staff were very nice and helpful with menu recommendations. Side street parking was easy to find even on a Friday night.

Curry chicken with lemongrass risotto.
Steven O.

Small Lounge with nice variety of mixed drinks. The food was great. I had the Curry Chicken with Lemongrass Risotto and will get that again after exploring some of the other selections.

The emerald lounge back table area, seated area, cocktails, wine, chips and dip
Magna R.

We had a great experience at the emerald lounge! Vinny the bartender provided excellent customer service and owner Molly was welcoming as soon as we walked in the door. Server Sydney stopped over to say hi, even though we weren't her table, such a sign of great service. The drinks served were amazing. I highly recommend asking the bartender for their recommendations based on your preferences. Intelligent service and kind people! The place could not be more beautiful, very clean, and excellent decorations!

Anne with an "E"
Whitney C.

I absolutely adore this cozy little corner pub on West 7th. My friends and I decided to gather for our gift exchange around the holidays, and it was tastefully cheerful without being tacky. For my drink, I tried the seasonal cider, one friend had the Anne with an "e", and I'm not remembering the third drink, but I took a picture! For food, I ordered the salmon and it was absolutely delicious. One of my friends ordered the mussels and noted that they were divine. Our servers were attentive and everything came out in a timely fashion, despite being busy! I'm impressed and will DEFINITELY be coming back.

Anne with an E

I love coming to Emerald Lounge. Ambiance is 10/10. I really enjoyed both cocktails I got (Anne with an "e" and Orange Crush). I so appreciated GF being marked on the menu. We got the chips and dips and the shrimp and grits and rotisserie chicken. I can't wait to see what's on the menu next time I'm in town! Definitely recommend this spot

Cindy D.

Very cute place! It is tiny inside but definitely worth the wait, so put your name on the waitlist. I was told it is the same family that owned the coffeeshop next door, Claddagh. They use the same kitchen. We had 6 people total and we sat in the back. We all ordered the same rose drink and it was refreshing, then we later ordered our own drinks. I got my old fashioned, and it was good. I had mussels and the broth was tasty, I ended up taking the leftovers home. Our server was very cool and nice. Service was great! I highly recommend. Street parking.

The Emerald Classic  Martini du jour
Alan P.

I am obsessed with this little out-of-the-way place that packs a very big punch to my palate and his left a very big impression on my heart. This place is the best for a little late night outing with your special someone or to have great conversation with a friend. From the bar, to the quality of food and drinks to the perfect atmosphere this place cannot be overlooked. You need to get here tonight and have a drink with a friend and enjoy some food as well. I came at night and loved the dark, moody atmosphere that came with it. I will definitely be back!

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Great martini specials, one for happy hour and one for the day. Concise menu, everything I've tried has been terrific. Nice friendly vibe!

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Great place, great drink. Shoutout to Julio and the crew. I love this place. Making my visit to Minnesota awesome!!!

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Best bar in the world. Come if you want the atmosphere of your local friendly bar with some of the best food and drink around.

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The G Concourse Sky Club is absolutely incredible. I have been in lounges all over the world and…read morethis one is easily the best I have experienced! The space itself is enormous with tons of seating, which makes it easy to find a comfortable place even when it's busy. The decor is classy, modern, and really well designed and thought out. It feels more like a high end hotel lounge than an airport space. The bathrooms deserve their own mention because they are shockingly nice and incredibly clean! The food and drink options are fantastic. The buffet always has great choices and it stays well stocked. I have been here for both breakfast and lunch and both were excellent. There is a huge variety of non-alcoholic beverages available and the bar offers a wide range of complimentary drinks and the bartenders do a great job. The staff here really help elevate the overall experience. Everyone is friendly and helpful and they are great about clearing plates and glasses from your table so the space stays clean and comfortable. One of the coolest features is the sky deck. It is bright, spacious, and even has its own bar which makes it a great place to relax before a flight. My favorite seats in the entire space, however, are the gold chairs facing the windows in the main lounge area. These chairs are perfectly positioned so you can watch the planes come and go. I always try to grab one of those. If I am flying out of Terminal 1, I do not care where my gate is, I am coming here. I have even shown up to the airport three hours early just to spend more time in this lounge.

We are lucky to have this flagship of a lounge at MSP. I don't like the location as most gates I…read morefly out of are too far away. First world problems. Aside from having the displeasure of walking extra distance, this lounge is probably the nicest dining/loungey space in the twin cities. It reminds me of the new Four Seasons downtown. That is not a knock on the Four Seasons, just pointing out how nice this lounge it. The design, fit/finish and quality of materials throughout are amazing, truly top shelf. Anywhere you sit, you feel like you are in a very special place. Also, it is mammoth, huge, gigantic. Expansive, too. There is plenty of room to spread out and find a space to sit and work or just gather with your travel buddies. There is plenty of food and there are a couple of bars, too. My one complaint is that it is so big, that it is tough for families to navigate with small kids. The inevitable back and forth for food, drinks, extra napkins, dropped forks, bathroom trips - can become a pain schlepping back and forth. But, if you are without kids, this place it great.

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My friends and I went to visit here for our monthly restaurant night and it just happened to be a…read morevery snowy night. There was only one guy waiting tables and working the bar and he did such a great job on such a snowy night. We started with some apps; the French onion dip with homemade chips, loaded fries and Brussel sprouts. Those were all tasty and I enjoyed the homemade cheese dip that was on the fries and wanted to eat it with a spoon. We then each got a burger; funny is that we all chose a different one. We like to stay and chat and catch up about what has happened since last month so we decided to order dessert. My two friends each got a slice of pie and I only wanted a bite of my sisters pie and made a joke that I only wanted a bite and the waiter over heard me and he actually brought me a small slice on the house; he was so nice and I wasn't expecting that at all. It was such a nice booth that we were in and the restaurant wasn't very busy so we pretty much had the whole place to ourselves. I could sit there for hours and just chat and relax. I can't wait to go back and try more food next time.

Living in the cities for over two decades, I think I've heard the most about this burger. I had…read morehigh expectations, but left felling... meh? The service was friendly, but frankly slow. It was hard getting drinks or refills. They were out of sausage and turkey for their breakfast items, but willingly made adjustments to their dishes for free. Three of us got the burgers in our group and only one of us thought the burger lived up to its reputation. Apparently I'm a burger snob now. I still don't think I'll find one better than Saint Dinette. (RIP )

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Incredible experience at Estelle. We sat at the chef's counter, which was such a fun way to…read moreexperience the meal. Watching the kitchen in action added so much to the night. The service was impeccable from start to finish. Everything felt really intentional and well timed. The food was outstanding. The rigatoni was a standout with an incredible sausage that was honestly to die for. We also had the soles de pollo, a chicken ravioli with fresh vegetables in the sauce, and the flavors were amazing. For tapas, we ordered the patatas bravas and rissoles, both were delicious. Such a thoughtful touch when they brought out churro bites at the end as a thank you. Amazing food, top tier service, and a really fun but romantic atmosphere. Definitely a spot worth going out of your way for

Estelle is a cozy spot, with candlelights and flower on each table. It is a perfect spot for a date…read morenight or celebrating a special occasion, and is also just a lovely dinner spot with really good food! It is in the Mac-Groveland neighborhood so there is ample street parking nearby if you turn on any of the side streets. The restaurant does get busy at dinner, so I recommend making a reservation ahead of time. They have many unique options for cocktails and mocktails. I opted for the Slaychel which is a non-alcoholic beverage that I think of as an elevated mimosa. It is fruity, slightly tart, and delicious! The service was great! Our water was frequently refilled and never got empty, and our server asked about any allergies and dietary restrictions before we ordered. They were able to modify menu items to fit the different dietary restrictions! Two people in our party (including myself) are vegetarians and one member is gluten-free and also doesn't consume much dairy or eggs. They were able to serve the patatas bravas with the egg on the side and the grilled asparagus with the egg and cheese on the side so we were able to all share the starters. The patatas bravas were wonderful! The potatoes are perfectly crispy but still fluffy. The tomato sauce was slightly smokey and had a very slight kick (think Minnesota spice) and it balanced out well with the creamy tomato. If you're only going to try one appetizer, this is the one to try! The asparagus was also nice. The salsa verde had a slight kick (a bit more than the tomato sauce from the patatas bravas, but not super spicy. Still Minnesota level of spice). The shallots also added a nice crispy texture to the dish! The egg really stood out in this dish, with its runny yolk and batter coating. There were a lot of nice elements and textures. As for pastas, I split the Spaghetti and Radiatore with a friend. The Radiatore was nutty and tangy, and the serving size was generous. I enjoyed it, but I would order the Spaghetti over it any day! I don't even know how to describe the Spaghetti and do it justice. It was creamy, cheesy, delicious. Our server said it was a staff favorite, and I understand why. If you're looking for a vegetarian option, go with this one!! Even if you aren't a vegetarian, give it a try. It's so classic, and it's done so well. For dessert: they give free churros when you're dining in! They are served warm with a chocolate drizzle. We also ordered the Honey Cake which we enjoyed a lot! The cake itself was light, like a mousse. There was some crunch from the hazelnut praline and honeycomb toffee pieces. It was nutty and sweet but not overly sweet. It was a perfect way to finish off the meal! Estelle was delicious and the service was great! I can't wait to come back!

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