Wonderful pulled pork Sammie! It had house made cole slaw and had a tastyBBQ sweet taste. A very relaxed and inviting atmosphere! Good music taste! read more

Lost Fox in St. Paul had such a great vibe! Once you walk in, you felt the coziness of the coffee shop, but also the liveliness of the bar. It's a "seat yourself" type of place with quick and friendly service. The restaurant offered a good variety of fusion food. We got the spicy chicken sandwich and chicken tinga rice bowl. Both were tasty and full of flavor! We definitely want to check out during the day. It's a cool local hangout spot for anyone looking to chill with some friends or want a simple date night! read more

Lost Fox - Cafes Near Me - Saint Paul, Minnesota

Lost Fox in downtown St. Paul is a fantastic little spot that offers the coziness of a coffee shop, cafe, to the night vibes of a dive bar. The atmosphere is warm and inviting. I must admit my first impression was not the best when I visited a year ago for breakfast. However on this latest visited, I was impressed. I stopped in for a snack and to watch the vikings game with friends and ordered the Deep-Fried Pickle Chips, and they were a great choice! The pickles themselves were nicely briny and tart, and the breading was perfectly golden and crispy. What really set them apart was the hint of dill in the coating, which added a fresh, a nice kick to the crunch. They came with a great dipping sauce that complemented them perfectly. The service was friendly, and they do come to your table to place your order. I am glad I gave this place another chance; i had no idea that they had a bar. This is a gem to have in DT Saint Paul; our lowertown neighborhood needs places like these as we are limited. read more

The Lost Fox has a good vibe and a pleasant atmosphere but the food was pretty bad. I ordered a Cuban sandwich for takeout. It was reputed to be grilled pork, but tasted more like tuna salad with barbeque sauce. The sandwich wasn't grilled as it should have been and the roll it was served on was a fluffy white thing that seemed more akin to a hotdog bun than a true Cubano roll. The greens served on the side were fine, but at nearly $20 the meal it was waaay overpriced. If I hadn't been so hungry, I would have returned it after the first bite. As it was, I threw half of it in the trash. read more

Lost Fox - Cuban Sandwhich, not grilled. Supposedly pork, but tasted more like tuna fish with barbeque sauce. - Cafes Near Me - Saint Paul, Minnesota

We came here for dinner before a show at The Fitzgerald on a Saturday night. They had a pretty good crowd there. We didn't have a lot of time, and I was impressed with the server who got us our drinks and dinner very quickly. We tried the Greek hamburger and a chicken tinga rice bowl and we both enjoyed our meals. My friend had a Jameson ginger and I had a glass of the sauv blanc. They brought the wrong wine, but quickly replaced it. The restaurant also has a coffee shop side which is cool. The building is really old and has a lot of character. I would definitely go back to have a longer, more leisurely meal. Parking was a bit tough, but we found a meter near Mears Park. read more

A cool spot to grab lunch or stop by for a coffee. The building is split, one side is the restaurant and the other is the coffee/café area. The café side felt more like the workspace, so that's where I ended up. There were plenty of extension cords around in case you needed a charge! The ambience was cool, but it's a bit dark and dim inside. It didn't bother me while I was working, but something to keep in mind. read more

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My friend and I stopped here briefly after sending our friend to the Amtrak station across the way. Hence, this shop gets points for convenience. We were 3rd in line but getting nervous & wanting to rush back because we forgot to pay street parking. Thankfully both of us decided our orders while waiting & the process was quick. My friend was told they ran out of maple syrup so she said pumpkin spice was fine. I got the banana pudding matcha & spinach/artichoke roll. Both of these are my go-to's in other coffee shops, so I knew they wouldn't disappoint. The matcha was great, almost keeps up with Merit Coffee in Austin. I'm actually shocked at how fast this specific combo has taken over specialty coffee shops, I thought it was unique to Merit! The roll was flavorful too but could be better if warmed - I understand the line was getting longer behind us so staff was in crunch time (and so were we!) read more

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Lost fox is a cute little place, nice tables and very open concept, just a casual dining place. Everyone was friendly and food came fast. The food itself was solid, simple, and good. It's not going to be a main go to spot but we would come back. read more

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I've been here for coffee many times and I love the coffee and the atmosphere. I've only hesitated to write a review because I've never been to the dining section so I can't comment on it. For me, this is a charming urban coffee counter and hangout. Prices for coffee drinks are better than similar places, and the service is always very friendly. The decor is busy with botany and art; very pleasant city-joint atmosphere. I really need to try the food in the restaurant. I'll probably update my review after doing that, but for now you can officially know that I love stopping here for coffee. read more

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Twin Cities grub - east side of the river - 2 of 2 At this point, on the east side of the river in downtown St. Paul, I took it upon myself to find the place to eat. I did this by just asking someone. It's no surprise that the person I asked was a foreigner working as a doorman and security guard. I bring this up because I find myself speaking to foreigners more so than my American contemporaries would. At any rate, the Lost Fox was suggested. The Lost Fox is right there in the center; however, it sits to one side of the platform at the Union Station Depot terminus of the Metro Green line. It doesn't jump out at you ... after all, the fox is "lost." Upon entering, you are inside a woodsy locale that has a good vibe. The front part is more of a coffeehouse, with books and laptops open while people have coffee or tea and something to eat on the sides of their tables as well. Moving a little inward, it becomes a restaurant and there is a bar slightly further in. We got to pick where we wanted to sit and were attended to promptly. My friend had a pulled pork sandwich. I had a Cubano sandwich. My friend accompanied the pulled pork with a pale ale beer. I had the usual refillable soft drink. My friend thought the pulled pork sandwich platter was good. I thought my Cubano sandwich was just okay. In looking at both platters, they seemingly used to same pulled pork to stuff the Cubano sandwich. Almost every Cubano sandwich I've had uses a pork loin that features larger more intact slices and seem to be pressed with the other ingredients. I prefer that presentation and, truthfully, other Cubano sandwiches I've had have tasted better. The service at the Lost Fox was very low key and helpful. There is an interesting mix of people in the restaurant and in the coffeehouse. While downtown St. Paul seemingly goes into a slumber after 5 p.m. and it's much smaller than Minneapolis's downtown, it is the state capital and people will want to eat or do the coffeehouse thing here later than the hours kept by public offices and local businesses. Given that, the Lost Fox is open late. They also have a reputable weekend brunch. While I didn't ask, I'm guessing my friend would give the Lost Fox 4 stars. It's my review, so I'm going to go with 3 stars, albeit a strong 3 stars. It's because the Cubano sandwich was just okay. However, while I didn't have the opportunity to return, this is the sort of woodsy coffeehouse I would enjoy patronizing and, additionally, they had some desserts that were priced fairly and looked tasty. That said, I would recommend the Lost Fox for its multifaceted possibilities as a restaurant, coffeehouse, and bar that you can easily reach by the Metro, parking your car nearby, and even on foot in this compact city center. read more

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This place was fantastic. Amazing service, comfortable space, delicious coffee. Was here to connect with a friend before we both headed off to work, and it was a great place to reconnect and catch up. First time here, and immediately felt welcome. I can't wait to go back. read more

Ambiance, food, and service were amazing. This was an accidental find for us and as a bonus we discovered was right around the corner from a beautiful park and the St Paul farmer's market. Bonus number 2 is that there is a full coffee bar in the restaurant! read more

Lost Fox - Bigger inside than you think - Cafes Near Me - Saint Paul, Minnesota

Ambiance is awesome, chill. Great art on the wall. Bar, food, coffee what can't you love!? A Ghostly Bargain - whoa!! Very citrusy, full of gin flavor. With an aftertaste of sasparilla which is very interesting I really love the decor and the people that work here are very beautiful!! read more

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Kinda funky inside, a little dark, eclectic, people brought their dogs. It's cool. The chai is awesome. The breakfast is actually really great. Parking is hit or miss for downtown St. Paul across from union station. I recommend this place! read more

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Stopped by Lost Fox in the morning, and wow what a gem! During the day it runs as a coffee shop and transitions into a restaurant at night, which I think is such a cool concept. I ordered a Cortado (a triple!) something I've never seen before and it was absolutely perfect. The Ultimate Breakfast Bagel Sandwich was incredibly fresh, flavorful, and so good that I ended up ordering a second one. The atmosphere is super cozy, with thoughtful designer touches, unique art pieces, and even some fun games around that make it feel warm and inviting. The staff was kind, welcoming, and quick with service. Whether you're looking for a calm morning coffee spot or a place to unwind in the evening, Lost Fox hits the mark. Highly recommend! read more

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My friend and I came here for dinner and loved the vibes! The front half of the space is a coffee shop and the back half is a restaurant / bar. They had live music starting as we were leaving. I love live music so this was a positive in my books! The staff were friendly and attentive. We went around dinner time and were able to get a table right away. I ordered the Cubano Sammie and my friend ordered the Pulled Pork Sammie. Our sandwiches were ok, not the best we've had, but we'd both come back again for sure to try other items on the menu and enjoy the good vibes! read more

Lost Fox - Cubano Sammie and fries - Cafes Near Me - Saint Paul, Minnesota

Highly recommend! Gluten free options available. The food was so good and the drinks were great. We were in town for the weekend and actually went twice for dinner. We were lucky enough to have Jayna as our server and she was awesome. Great service and great conversation. Menu highlights: double cheeseburger on gf bun, salmon ceasar salad, charcuterie, queso sauce and delicious Ranch dressing. The coffee shop looked quaint and cozy also. Board games available. Would definitely go back again read more

Party of three, two of which were first timers, came in for dinner. We were immediately seated and quickly ordered chicken wings as an appetizer. We placed our orders, which took quite awhile to arrive, with one party's order arriving well before the other two entrees. The chicken wings appetizer arrived after our entrees, which the server apologized for. We ordered a chicken rice bowl, hamburger, hotdog, fries and the ahi tuna salad. The rice bowl was plentiful, as were the fries. They were out of hotdogs, so they served two "halved" small hotdogs in a large bun. It tastes the same I guess, but it was a visual disappointment. The ahi tuna salad was a miss. The salad was dry, yet over saturated with dressing at the same time. The tuna was cut poorly (very uneven and fraying edges) and had a very obvious "previously frozen" texture. It was almost like it had severe freezer burn but without the freezer burn flavor. It was weird. And for $17, the portion was inadequate. Our server was a sweetheart. Upon leaving, I attempted to order a latte at the coffee bar. The server/barista literally made four drinks while standing less than five feet away from me, without acknowledging me whatsoever. When he was ready to take my order, he turned to the register and just stared at me. No "what can I get you" or anything. It made me super uncomfortable! I received my latte without a single word. Someone in my party had eaten there last night and had this man as his server in the restaurant area and received good service, so maybe he was having a bad night. We intend to eat at a neighboring restaurant, but ended up here due to the other place being closed. I wouldn't go out of my way to eat here again, but it wasn't bad enough to never return. read more

Stopped and tried some lunch. Really great atmosphere, open and bright with lots of games. You could walk up to the counter and order or pick a seat and have a waiter come over. We ordered lunch and some drinks. Service was great. And we were able to get in and out quickly! read more

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We came to Lost Fox for the first time for brunch; it's in a convenient location right off the light rail & across from Union Depot (which has a parking garage). I loved the look of their branding & logos! The decor is interesting; it feels like there was an existing space that the business moved into & added some decor (neither here nor there, but it wasn't necessarily a selling point). The restaurant has 2 halves, one side is seated with a server, the other is cafe style where you order at a counter. We sat on the served side & our service was great. I got a Vietnamese coffee, which was the Americanized version with espresso. It was pretty good but didn't pack as much of a punch as traditional Vietnamese coffee, at least in terms of flavor. I also had the eggs Benedict (with the prosciutto on the side) with their mixed green salad as the side. The mixed greens were not what I'd call a salad; it was literally lettuce with some red onion & I couldn't taste any sort of dressing. The eggs Benedict itself was tasty, a standard English muffin with really good hollandaise. The eggs, though, were definitely too overcooked to be considered poached, so that was a bummer. The prosciutto was crispy, almost like it'd been air fried, & my husband enjoyed that. He got the lox eggs Benedict with the breakfast potatoes & a side of mixed berries; the dish originally came out with the mixed greens, but the staff corrected it & brought out the potatoes & berries quickly. The potatoes were worth it; they were crisp on the outside & soft & potatoey on the inside, which was a highlight of the meal. All in all, I may come back to try the cafe side of things. Prices were very reasonable, so it wasn't a bad experience overall. The service was excellent so we can't complain too much :) read more

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Went here for silent book club on a Wednesday evening and oh my goodness! Such a cute spot! Coffee shop on one half and more restaurant on one side. Super chill vibes. Some people hanging out, other s with laptops. It was a very interesting mix. We LOVED the sweet curry wings and the fries were HUGE for $6. Will be back again! read more

I love everything about lost fox! It starts with the space and extends to the food, drinks and awesome owners. If you haven't been it's certainly worth checking out! read more

Great service Friendly staff Delicious food Near the light rail Couldn't ask for a better spot for brunch, lunch or dinner! read more

Ambiance - outside: Simple sidewalk patio, partially shaded by a fence with vines/flowers. There is a set of double doors at the entrance. Ambiance - inside: High dark painted ceiling, and an open floor plan - consisting of the cafe (right) and restaurant (left). The two spaces were divided by wooden, rectangular inline planters. The first wall you see walking in - opposite door - is made of yellow/tan brick, with several contemporary art pieces hanging on it. This gave the space a sort-of hip and artsy feel. That wall is counterbalanced by the opposite wall, which is painted black (or dark blue) with random white stars on it. Food: I ordered broccoli cheddar soup and a "Beef-ziki burger". The soup was creamy, cheesy and somewhat zesty. There were a couple of sizeable (I'd prefer smaller) pieces of broccoli in it. The burger consisted of 2 beef patties, taziki sauce, feta cheese, cucumbers, onions, lettuce and tomatoes. It was VERY GOOD, and a unique burger offering (to me). The burger came with an ample serving of thin French fries. The fries were hot and generously salted. Service: Two thumbs up for server Danny L. He was prompt, professional, attentive and accurate. Overall a pleasant and satisfying experience. read more

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I love the location of lost fox! I'm usually not in downtown St. Paul but the area around this cafe is sooo beautiful!! I loved it! There is plenty of street parking but you do have to walk as lost fox is right in front of the green/blue line so there is no parking. However the walk was super cute as you can see the buildings and there is a nice park a block away. Lost fox itself is HUGE and I love the cozy ambiance they have!! It is great for a study session especially since they're one of the only shops that are open later, closing at 10pm and 1am on weekends. There's so much space and a side that is busier than the other, one for eating with a bar and tables, while the other side is more for studying with a coffee bar and plenty of outlets. The bathrooms are very clean too and require a code. The only downfall here was the actual service. I tried to order a coffee as I believe there is not heating there, however nobody was at the bar so I asked someone in the restaurant side and she said she would send someone over. 30 minutes in line and there were about four other sets of customers in line with me but nobody came over. This was on a Monday night and I just sat back down, I understand they could have just been busy but I would definitely still recommend this spot! read more

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Stopped in for some quick apps and drinks. The vibes of Lost Fox were a great first impression - very open, bright, and welcoming. A good selection of drinks, both N/A and alcoholic. I tried the queso fries and they were very good. I want to come back and try more options when I have more time. read more

Lost Fox - interior - Cafes Near Me - Saint Paul, Minnesota

Lost Fox was my only coffee shop experience in the Twin Cities during my two day stay. A very charming space across from the St. Paul Depot and light rail stop. A mix of cafe, restaurant and bar with multiple seating options including sidewalk seating. Plenty of things to look at, or purchase from artists / makers. My Iced Vietnamese coffee was not the best in class - a bit on the weak side, so I'd steer clear of that on a return visit, but I would return for a different beverage or food if I so happen to be in dt STP. 3 stars for my beverage, 5 stars for the vibe and options. read more

Lost Fox - Cafes Near Me - Saint Paul, Minnesota

Aesthetically pleasing, friendly service, clean, & well-behaved dogs allowed!!! This place was an excellent and surprising find on a Sunday morning!! My friend and I had a lox bagel and ham/egg sandwich with tea & an Americano. We loved sitting at a little table and enjoying the atmosphere! Great music playing over speakers too! read more

Lost Fox - Cafes Near Me - Saint Paul, Minnesota

The service and food are fantastic. Definitely get the wood fired wings. They're delicious and are moist on the inside. They also come with a house made dipping sauce that is to die for. Great charcuterie boards, the cauliflower soup is very yummy and their Caesar salad was great as well. Especially delicious was the sticky pudding cake, which tasted like it was drizzled with some kind of spirit, but that was really just a caramel drizzle. So delicious! read more

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Good coffee and nice ambiance. The coffee is reasonably priced and the wait time is minimal.

I'll be so for real, I was quite intoxicated by the time I joined friends here for drinks so my recollection may be a bit shotty, however I did like the atmosphere in addition to all of the beer options. Nice little cocktail menu and of course they serve wine. They apparently also serve some pretty tasty looking food! It's a local hangout spot super close to where I live and I'd definitely come back. read more

This was a really neat spot. I was in from out of town and needed to work during the day from my laptop, and had a great choice of food and coffee. The atmosphere was just the right mix of noisy and cosy to lock in without feeling like I was taking someone's spot, and the staff were all friendly and attentive. read more

Stopped by after getting breakfast for a grab and go coffee. Got an iced latte like I usually do and I was satisfied. I did feel like there was a bit too much milk and I wanted to taste the coffee more but that might be personal preference. Either way, the coffee was still pretty decent. read more

Some of the best coffee I've ever had! Baristas are always so so nice and friendly. A super cute place to get coffee and work. I've never had a bad experience. Well priced as well! read more

Lost Fox - Medium- hot mocha with whipped cream - Cafes Near Me - Saint Paul, Minnesota

The food was great!! The service was great! The drinks were great! I was in town with my siblings for a wedding and looking for a local spot to catch a game. This place was perfect. 100% local beers. A "bar food' menu with lots of options. Chill bartender and server. Local vibe with a bunch of regulars. A bohemian scene that I love. If you're looking for a Michelin restaurant then keep looking. I'f you're looking for a local spot with a friendly staff and good vibes then you've got it right here. read more

I stopped in around 4pm on a Friday. The bartender was friendly and welcoming. Our waitress was horrible at best, there were 2 tables there when my party arrived, took awhile to get service, watched as 1 table chased down someone to pay for their meal, as the waitress made and had a drink, chatted with kitchen staff then joked with other people I. The adjoining coffee section. Ordered a burger with no cheese (intolerance and food allergies) of course burger came with cheese and the waitress argued with me, stating it is butter, but when she went to kitchen to request a redo, you could clearly hear the attitude in her voice, because I did not want the burger, and you clearly hear the cook say he made a mistake with the cheese. So if you have food allergies I would avoid this place. So I could not tell you about the food, but, the fries were hot. read more

I used to live down the block from this place. Great coffee shop in the morning and afternoon. A nice small cafe menu to choose breakfast from and have some good seasonal drinks. The restaurant side is great. The menu although small, has something for everyone. I would have dreams of their corn cakes drizzled with a southwest sauce. They are a side but for one they are a meal. Great service. Great bartenders who know the locals and are welcoming to newcomers. The owners (The Rose's) are a great family. They employ younger people to wait and serve because they want to teach the younger generation about the restaurant business and to get them good experience. The ambiance is industrial meets cozy. Well lit. Beautiful high ceilings and window seats to watch the train station. Go check them out before a Saint Paul Saints game! read more

The food and coffee were very good. I had the English muffin with bacon. I thought it was a really good deal at $6. It had a cool downtown vibe. I think I will stop by in the evening and have a beer. read more

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We loved our visit last month! The cocktails were delish and the food just as good. We enjoyed getting to know our server too...a very friendly and welcoming place! read more

The Lost Fox has a great atmosphere, and overall, the food and service were excellent. Our bartender was attentive and sociable, and most of the dishes we tried were well-executed. We ordered the Chicken Tinga fries, the BB Burger, and Chicken Wings. Everything was great with the exception of the wings. On their website, the picture makes them look really fantastic, but when ordered, that wasn't so at all. They were not broken down properly (they were served with the drumette, flat, and tip all intact), not crispy enough, and completely oversauced. All of these issues just ruined the dish . A little more attention to detail there would have made the experience perfect. That said, I'd still come back to try more of the menu, as everything else was really great. read more

Lost Fox - Really bad chicken wings. - Cafes Near Me - Saint Paul, Minnesota