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Emerald Lounge

4.5 (54 reviews)
Closed • 5:00 pm - 10:00 PM
Updated 2 months ago

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goat cheese cheesecake
Chara B.

I have been here a few time before and definitely thought I had already written a review, but I guess not. I have been here two times in the last week and lemme tell ya.. this is quite the spot. I do suggest making a reservation because everytime I go here it is popping! What a vibey place, the lights aren't too bright, it gives a hip, fun, light energy and is not too pretentious but has INCREDIBLE FOOD AND DRINKS. Right now, one of their specials is whitefish toast.. if you enjoy fish at all, you need this. The fish is light and fresh, they put fresh dill on top and it is placed on top of some toasted sourdough bread perfectly. The fish is flavorful, a lil earthy and I feel as if there are capers or olives in in the fish mixture, whatever it is is fire! The burrata, beets, and citrus is a nice lovely, fresh, light app, the burrata is perfection with the beets and fresh, juicy citrus, drizzled with some oil and random pieces of garlic mixed in, YUM. I suggest ordering bread on the side with this one! The wings here are a staple and always delish. Crispy, hot, and coated perfectly in a light sweet chili sauce.. they hit the spot everytime. The housemade ranch is a perfect dipper. The other day I tried the chorizo and scallops... oh my goodness gracious.. it was a lil spicy and creamy with the bean puree and the scallops were buttery, light and divine! 10 outta 10 would do again. Finally, got the goat cheesecake, gluten free ginger snap crust with poached pears. PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE I want this now and in every lifetime! The cheesecake was light, yet decadent, deep, creamy with a light, unassuming flavor. The crust was delicious and the poached pears added that perfect fruit component. I got Liam as my server both times, he was helpful, attentive, had good suggestions when asked questions and didn't interrupt at all, amazing! This is the spot for any occasion!

Tiana D.

LOVE! Beautiful space, kind staff, incredible cocktails! Came to Emerald Lounge for the first time with a friend for a cocktail before dinner. Parking was easy enough to find on the street. We weren't able to find a reservation online, but had no problem walking in on a Saturday evening. We were able to grab a standing spot at the bar. The host asked us a bit later if we'd like to sit down at some bar seats that opened up, which was very kind! I ordered the martini du jour and am obsessed. If you like martinis, this is the spot for sure! Looking forward to retuning!

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.

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.

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!

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.

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4.7(266 reviews)
3.2 mi•Mac-Groveland
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Great little local spot in Saint Paul…read more There's a lot to like about Estelle so I'll try to keep it to what stands out: 1. The menu is wonderful, and the food comforting. The peri peri chicken was surprisingly spicy. I like spicy foods and it was teetering on a bit too hot for me, but I enjoyed the flavors and the dishes as a whole that we sampled. 2. The cocktails are divine. I had two old fashioneds and they were amongst some of the best I've had. 3. The service is impeccable. Friendly, well paced, and professional. 4. The ambiance is really comfortable. I liked that we weren't rushed, and had a really well paced meal in a nice environment. Overall I'd love to return someday. If you go be sure to make a reservation!

Went to this fantastic restaurant for date night. We were early so checked out the bar. Kelly our…read morebartender was awesome. She had great suggestions. I had a cider and my date had the cornholio martini. She also gave us a shot of their house made lemon cello which was amazing. The host came and found us at the bar and showed us to our table. The ambiance reminded me of a late night New York cafe/bistro with a wooden accent wall and an open kitchen. The service was very attentive and informative. The papatas bravas were incredible. So much so that we got an order to go and I went the next day and got another order to go for dinner. They were THAT good. I got the rigatoni and my date got casarecce. Both were excellent. The kitchen was kind enough to also give us two churros for dessert which were warm and delicious. Absolutely definitely will go again. A great choice for date night or dinner with friends.

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PAR365 - August 2025

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4.7(11 reviews)
7.4 mi

Food: Their food and drinks affordably tasty. They have…read morevegan options like the cauliflower chicken, their regular wings are seasoned to perfection and just the right amount of crisp. Drinks range from wine to bear to alcohol from Black brands. Service: Customer service was always been top notch from the bartenders and owner was so helpful in providing overview of the game, local culture/clubs, MN having the most golf courses which shocked the hell out of us. He have us basic lessons, advice on clubs for women and beginners, stance, what par meant, and hand positioning. Overall personable guy and went out his way to ensure we were good and had some background about golf and MN golf culture. Very genuine. Let the record reflect that I'm not saying that because he's from Chicago (the best city to Eva do it ) ijs Price: Very reasonably priced with options to golf for 30 mins increments. We paid 80 for 1.5 hours which was just enough time. I'm not sure about the food so I've included a menu. I didnt order anything personally this time around. Ambiance: It was an overall great experience for my 2nd time around. Last Summer that had a mixed with a DJ and it was a great turn out. Intergenerational crowd with lots of photo worthy spaces and seating areas. Very comfortable high top tables and lounge area with open space to mingle. They have great artwork, open spaces yet felt inviting for times when networking is appropriate. It would be great for corporate events or mixers. Great lightening, private party spaces and the bar area is nice. I'm glad I remained open to trying it out again after delcaring "golf wasn't my ministry" I just needed a lil more education and hands on basics. I look forward to what's in store for Par365 10/10 would recommend!

Omg. What a VIBE!!!! Went to an event they were hosting…read morewith MNBlackbox and it was such a vibe. I had never been before but I really liked it. They have virtual golf and retro video games in.the bays. They also have food and drinks (alcohol and mocktails), what more can you ask for?​ The owner is so gracious you can't help but support and the bartender made it less awkward that I was there alone Wings, cauliflower bites and a strawberry margarita made for a good night. I will definitely be back.

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In Vino Veritas

4.5(24 reviews)
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I found a wine bar near my job. My coworker and I decided to check it out for happy hour. This…read moreplace is bigger than I thought. They share an entrance with another business, once you enter turn left into the bar. We were greeted and chose to sit near the fireplace. There's 2 different rooms and each room has a bar. We sat in the front and when I walked to the bathroom, I noticed the back room was much bigger and has a stage as well. Food is available, we built our own charcuterie board. Wine and flights are available, also cocktails. Cool place, definitely recommend if you're in the area.

Tried a new wine bar in the "burbs"…read more Was surprised how busy it was at 8.00pm on a Saturday night- live music was playing and there were only a couple seats left at the bar so we snagged those and were greeted by one of the owners who was super friendly. The service was very good even though it only looked like 3 people were working - they were very busy but did not show it They have an extensive wine list which is nice and decent price range from $12 upwards. The Rosè I had was pretty good and the Cab Sauv my date had was good too! The music was pretty loud - only on weekends I think , but when the crowds dispersed it felt more like an intimate wine bar- so I imagine during the week this would be a great place to meet up with friends and family. Did not get to try any food as we had just come from dinner but they did have some amazing smelling bread boards I would be willing to try! The owners are a husband and wife team who are very down to earth and like they get to know everyone who visits A cute place in Shoreview- when in the area I will stop by

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Holman's Table

4.2(312 reviews)
2.3 mi•West Side
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Absolute MUST for brunch in patio season!…read more The coolest part of this space is their patio: you can see private planes coming and going since the patio is right on the runway for a private airport. You can book helicopter rides from here! Seriously such a cool way to spend a special occasion! We came for brunch and loved everything we ordered: - Bloody mary set - great for sharing and sampling - Caesar salad - Fried chicken sandwich - they turned it into two rather than one big one which we liked for sharing - Breakfast pizza This was picture perfect start to finish. We had lovely service and were pinching ourselves at how cool this place is!

I'd like to start by complimenting the dessert. It was absolutely delicious…read more My date and I stopped by for a cognac and something sweet after dinner. We chose to sit at the bar, but it took nearly 10 minutes before the bartender acknowledged us or brought us water. Because the bar appeared moderately busy and only one bartender seemed to be making drinks, we went ahead and ordered dessert. We also asked about the brandy and cognac selection. Unfortunately, the bartender seemed unfamiliar with what was available. When we asked to see the only cognac she mentioned, she presented the bottle with what appeared to be obvious annoyance. Since it was the only cognac available, we ordered it, but only after another lengthy wait. A few minutes later, we asked whether our dessert order had been entered. The bartender told us it had been, but we then watched her walk to the POS system and enter the order immediately afterward. That was very disappointing and made us feel as though we had been misled. During this time, four additional guests sat at the bar, yet no one came over to assist or help expedite drink service. Our dessert arrived about 10 minutes later. Throughout our entire visit, the bartender never smiled, engaged with us, or made any effort to create a welcoming experience. My date did not care for the cognac and asked to see the brandy selection. When the bartender retrieved a step stool to reach the bottle, she set both the stool and the bottle down roughly. The interaction again felt irritated and unprofessional. More broadly, it seemed as though the bar was overwhelmed, and no one was stepping in to help. One server stood nearby rolling silverware while guests waited for service. I understand that staffing challenges have affected the hospitality industry since COVID, but given the prices charged at this establishment, I expected a much higher standard of professionalism. I was also surprised to see a server dressed in faded jeans and a crop top that exposed a navel piercing, which did not align with the upscale atmosphere I anticipated. I had always heard wonderful things about this restaurant and was genuinely excited to visit. Unfortunately, my experience did not reflect the reputation I had heard so much about. If this level of service is typical, I do not see myself returning. The dessert was excellent, but the service left a lasting negative impression. An inexperienced bartender, a lack of hospitality, and being given inaccurate information made what should have been an enjoyable visit disappointing.

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Holman's Table - Scenic overlook

Scenic overlook

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Local Rumor

4.4(47 reviews)
3.2 mi•Merriam Park

I'd seen rave reviews about this place, so we decided to go here to celebrate a personal…read moreaccomplishment last weekend! It's a really cozy moody interior, with *no big lights* aka great low lighting and comfy seating options. When we went, there were just a few other parties there so pretty quiet. I liked that we had a whole corner to ourselves with a sectional couch of sorts and some chairs. They close at 10pm on a Friday night, which felt absurdly early for a cocktail bar. But, we were able to order and drink one drink during the ~45 minutes we had. They closed up shop promptly at 10pm. They had a classics and a "rumors" section of the menu. I didn't think the signature drinks were overly unique, with classics like Paper Plane making that menu side. I had a pomegranate mojito which was good! Consensus was that the cocktails were good not exceptional, especially for the $16-17 price point. We ordered churros for the table which were a table favorite! I wouldn't go out of my way to come here again, but we enjoyed our time and could see this being a good option if you lived in the neighborhood and don't mind the early close hours.

The interior of this place is incredible, such a cute spot with moody lighting, intimate seating,…read moreand vibey music. It's a great place for drinks and appetizers. The drinks were good, and they also have a solid selection of beer on tap. The food portion are a bit small imo but I will say the Mac and cheese was pretty darn tasty!

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Elevated mocktail program

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