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Highland Grill

4.0 (403 reviews)
Open 8:00 am - 7:00 pm
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Outdoor seating
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American Breakast
Maria L.

I tend to judge breakfast spots based on their classic American Breakast, and the one at Highland Grill is pretty average. Everything was prepared just fine, but none of the items really stood out. Especially at the price point, I was hoping for something a little more special. The service was quick, but we were not offered water until the end of our meal, which was a little strange. The restaurant itself is cozy and in a busy shopping area of Highland Park. I'd categorize this as "not somewhere you'd need to go out of your way to visit, but convenient if you're in the area".

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 Gin. white peach, fresh lime, cava $ 11.50
Elly P.

Lemon Goat Cheese $4 (Happy Hour Menu) with croutes, blistered cherry tomatoes and balsamic (v) I didn't know we can have just bread and goat cheese and it'd be this amazing. I just wish there's more TOMATOES! Tuesday night is date night. Come before 6 get some apps and cocktail(s) then get your dinner for 2 for $49.95 and get a bottle of wine for $20!!! Foods are amazing, ambiance is super chill! Service is excellent, Our Server is Lia, she's very attentive - gold star standard with smiles!

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Lynn L.

Hubby and I stopped in for breakfast and loved it! I had the breakfast melt and just devoured it! It was so flavorful. Hubby had the Farmhouse - he said it was good but wasn't anything that blew him away. Our server was so fun - very energetic and friendly. I loved the holiday decorations they have up, and rhe Christmas coffee mugs. :)

Cheese Curds
Claire L.

Cheese curds are always fire af. Their dipping sauces hit every time. I ordered extra ranch on the side Pierogis were just okay. Everyone seems to come here for the breakfast.

Pumpkin Pancakes
Norah T.

7am breakfast and I loved the vibe of the restaurant that early. We had the loveliest server who kept on pouring me fresh coffee and ice water. I ordered the pumpkin pancakes and they did not disappoint. The favor was amazing and the praline sauce was the perfect match with the pumpkin flavor. I ordered eggs and turkey sausage on the side. Turkey sausage was ok, nothing special but everything was like 10/10. I think my dad wished he ordered those pancakes as well.

Freya R.

The food was superb. I had blueberry French toast and it was so good. I enjoyed every minute of it. And my wifes peroggis were phenomenal. Thw service was outstanding and Riley O did a remarkable job as our Server. She definitely deserves a raise seeinf she was able to balance the busy rush, April 25th. That Cinnamon Caramel Ice Cream is amazing and I would totally agree with the waitress that it would go great with the pies. The atmosphere was great and their funny quote wall was to die for. Loved it. Hands down a 10 star experience easily.

Oatmeal pancakes
Dave J.

Well worth a 30 minute wait on a Saturday morning. Lively place, excellent food and service. Highly recommend the pork sausage,and the oatmeal pancakes. Delicious. Nice decor. Nice staff. Delicious food. Highly recommend? Yeah, you betcha!

Pancakes
Luke G.

Whenever I eat breakfast it's a constant battle. Sweet vs savory. How do you decide?! Get both, that's what I did when I went here. After every bite I thought I'd been persuaded to each side. They were both so incredible. The pancakes and the hash. It's a little small inside, so take that into consideration when deciding when to go.

French Toast
Jay S.

I have been visiting this establishment since 2016 due to living within the area and have not really been back since moving away from the area in 2018. I made an effort in returning after all the COVID riffraff and I am happy to say that Highland Grill continues to have it together! When my partner and I used to visit back in 2016 and 2017, Kim, who was the manager during that time, was very courteous to us and would even take one plate off the bill everytime we visited! Unfortunately we do not see Kim around anymore this time returning, but it didn't stop us from having a wonderful experience. The food continues to be good. I have had all the entrées from years ago like Steak & Pierogies, Lemongrass Thai Chicken, Beef Stroganoff, Seared Salmon, and more. They also used to have meatloaf which I loved. However, I do not recall them having Tuna Poke Bowl from back in the days, so I tried it this time. It was definitely a healthy version and not authentic, so I would advise whoever is looking for authenticity to avoid ordering it. However, I liked the combination of all the healthy stuff so I enjoyed it regardless, as a salad bowl rather than as a poke bowl. Appetizers have always just been hitting different. The cheesecurds, the loaded tots, the pierogies, the brussels sprouts, everything tasted just like how they were 5-6 years ago and they were simply savory in the most positive way. I wouldn't change anything about any of those dishes. I tried their beet salad this time as well, and I absolutely loved the combination of beets, goat cheese, carrots, and candied walnuts. I could see that they were trying to use alternative flavors to replace the earthy flavors from the beets and as much as I love beets personally, I appreciated the move. I thought they had an overall generous amount of beets included, which was a plus as well. I love seeing Highland Grill thriving and I hope it continues to be like such. As I move from place to place, I love making an intentional effort to return to the Highland area just for the food here.

Blueberry French Toast
Jenae C.

We went on a Sunday morning and got seated right away even though it was packed. The brunch vibes here are great. It's cozy, loud (not too much), and bright. We got the hot hash and holly and the blueberry French toast. The hash is my favorite in the cities! I loved the hollandaise on it. The blueberry French toast was really good with the whipped cream cheese, although one of the two bread slices was rock hard. The state fair blueberry and basil lemonade is also served here! Overall a great brunch pick.

Blueberry French Toast
Olive D.

The food was absolutely amazing and the staff was super kind and friendly. I would definitely be returning. They have an amazing brunch atmosphere, my friend and I stopped in here after a hike and it was perfect for the occasion. I would reccomend any time you are in the area.

Bachelor salad with steak

Great food! Farm to table feeling with fresh food and good vibes all around. Very busy during lunch on a Friday but absolutely worth it. Great neighborhood establishment. Recommend!

Sweet Potato Hash
Cass A.

We stopped at Highland Grill prior to an event at St. Catherine's due to its proximity. The staff was polite and their happy hour deals run every day. We opted to try the Brussel Sprouts since they were $3 off. Since they serve breakfast all day, I went with the Sweet Potato Hash alongside the rest of our party. When the food came out, the plates were improperly set without mentioning which was without sausage (as one of the members was vegetarian). Luckily, we caught it before they dug too far into their plate but it was a close call and rattled our friend

This is the thinnest turkey burger I've ever seen! Did they smash it down? It was overdone too.

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They used to have the best turkey burgers ever now they changed them and they are disgusting!

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4.4
(47 reviews)
2.0 mi

I tend to reserve 5 stars for like life changing meals, but this place is a 5/5 on a number of…read morefronts. A few notes to set the scene I went today for lunch on a lovely 70 degree Spring day after getting a haircut across the street to check some work emails, grab a beer and quick lunch to go order. Full disclosure: I'm slightly biased bc I grew up about a mile away and just moved home recently, so any cool vibey place in the old neighborhood has a special place in my heart. That said, it has a very cozy/hip neighborhood feel and understated sophistication for what is a pretty residential and quiet area of St Paul The 5/5 elements... Scott (who I think may be the owner?) is super cool, was serving/tending bar and running around to manage the patio while chatting me up & giving great recs on beer/food based on my half hearted description while I multi tasked on work nonsense. Awesome guy, and reason enough to check this place out The vibe/softly playing music and entrancing Twin Cities flyover footage playing in the background on the TV at the bar was oddly soothing Ordered brisket tacos, brussels sprouts, and fried chicken sandwich for myself + a friend to go. Yamahama, I'm not gonna cheat and double check the menu, but the brussels have a delicious umami flavor from either duck fat or facsimile that perfectly balances the acid from the balsamic/vinegar situation. Fried chicken sandwich is a KILLER, highly recommend. Friend loved the brisket tacos as well Highly recommend this place should you find yourself near Merriam Park in St Paul for lunch, dinner, or happy hour. Must try spot. Cheers

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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4.7
(258 reviews)
1.2 mi
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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!

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

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4.2
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1.8 mi

My daughter and I were excited to finally try this restaurant in my new neighborhood after walking…read moreby it countless times. Since we didn't have a reservation, we arrived early and were pleasantly surprised to be seated right away. From the moment we walked in, we loved everything about the place. The décor is beautiful, the ambiance is warm and inviting, and the staff was fantastic. The menu offers so many great options, and the cocktails were even better than expected. Our server, Rosie, provided excellent recommendations, and we genuinely loved everything we ordered. They also offer a great happy hour until 6 PM, which is a nice bonus. Overall, it was a wonderful dining experience, and I highly recommend giving it a try. One small note: We didn't realize a 20% gratuity had already been added to our bill. That's partially on us for not catching it on the credit card slip, (we tipped in cash) but I do think it would be helpful if servers mentioned it when presenting the check. I typically prefer to tip in cash, so on our $62 tab, we ended up leaving a $34 tip. Even with that little surprise, we'll absolutely be back. The food, drinks, service, and atmosphere were all worth another visit!

We were in the area and finished with work sooner than planned. My daughter asked for oysters and I…read morefound this restaurant, plus they have oysters on their happy hour menu! Located in the area by the private colleges, they have a small parking lot on the right. Inside of the restaurant is colorful and dimly lit. I see the restaurant is known for craft cocktails and was excited to try. We sat in the front room since we didn't have reservations, I would recommend for party of 4 people or more.

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4.4
(32 reviews)
3.1 mi

The White Squirrel Bar was just okay to me. There was live music going on, which was a nice touch…read moreand probably the highlight of the visit. The inside of the bar is pretty small and felt a bit cramped, especially with how busy it was on a Sunday. They do have a back patio that is fairly large, which I appreciated, but during the day it did not feel very inviting. Without lighting or much going on, it came off a bit plain. As for drinks, I tried a non alcoholic half and half with lemonade and iced tea, which I actually really liked. I also had a mojito style cocktail that was not my favorite and tasted a bit too strong for me. The overall vibe just was not really my thing, but I could see it being more fun at night or with a bigger group.

Bad Julia. I was so busy enjoying myself that I failed to take pictures. Anyway, this is an awesome…read moreplace. I came in to enjoy some live music with a couple of amazing local bands, and I am absolutely sold. Highlights include: tons of street parking nearby, superior selection of drinks (more on this later), and awesome people. Everyone, from the folks behind the bar to the other patrons, was ultra welcoming. I'm pretty sure this is the neighborhood Cheers. Seriously--amazing vibes, and it's great for solo people. (I realize that might be ambiguous, so what I mean by "great for solo people" is that you won't feel uncomfortable coming here alone. It's easy to chat with people if you want to; it's easy to just enjoy the music if you want to.) Okay, I know you want to hear about the drinks. They have a great selection of beer on tap. They have tons of cocktails, including a selection of barrel-finished cocktails. Not drinking tonight? They have plenty of THC and even a CBD-only option (winning!), along with some non-altering choices that include switchel(!). There's a huge outdoor patio with fire pits that I will probably check out next time. Anyway, this is a great spot!

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4.6
(52 reviews)
4.0 mi

100/10 experience here, food and drink are both amazing! The staff is so friendly and…read moreknowledgeable! Don't be afraid to ask questions about the menu! They have an amazing cocktail menu along with a cocktail and martini of the day! Very exciting to see the creative freedom from the team! The mussels are to die for! You can tell the menu is very well thought out, I will be back to try more! The entire place is just a great vibe! Truly a gem worth trying and will leave you wanting to come back for more!! Thank you for the amazing experience to everyone there!

I have been here a few time before and definitely thought I had already written a review, but I…read moreguess 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!

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Emerald Lounge
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