The best lasagna in the state! It's loaded with cheese which I forgot to ask them no cheese topping. I peeled it off lol & my best friend took that part home as leftovers. My best friend from undergrad lives nearby & takes his parents here all the time. He likes the spaghetti. His dad gets the lasagna every time. I miss their popovers. The breadsticks are very doughy almost like a doughnut. I think they would taste better if they had cinnamon sugar on them lol. I usually get the pizza here, but I had pizza for lunch at my brothers so I got the pasta something this time I opt for lasagna. I have been coming here since high school I love that this place is still around. It's such a MOM and pop Italian restaurant. The service is spectacular very attentive and quick. This place I feel like has been remodeled several times since high school. They always keep up with decor with the times. read more

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This felt like a nice "ma and pa" restaurant. I could tell it was well loved, because all the tables were filled quickly. Staff was very nice and on point. Although they were busy, our drinks and orders came through fast and were very fresh. All the food was fresh and very good. My favorite were the onion rings and breadsticks. I would recommend a half order when you can. I was super hungry and just ordered everything. read more

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Stopped in for a late lunch/early dinner. The server was slow at both the beginning and end of our visit. Took her forever to come and take our order and at the end, she never came back to collect payment, so we went to the front. Everything in between was great. The portion sizes are huge, especially for the price. I am a big eater and couldn't finish my meal. Took home plenty of leftovers. Ordered the chicken parmigana. It came with soup & a good sized mini loaf of bread. It was all delicious and fresh. On Halloween we ordered the takeout BOGO pizza special. The pizza is also delicious and a good amount of toppings and cheese. The cost is also a great deal. We paid under $11 per each large pizza. read more

The Little Oven - Chicken Parm - Pizza Near Me - Saint Paul, Minnesota

We came for their Sunday night pasta special ($10.99), which includes a pasta choice from a select menu, salad, and breadsticks. It's really a good value, and the serving size is such that we can make two meals from a serving. It's clearly a neighborhood favorite spot, as the place was pretty full. The salad is good for a side salad; the breadsticks are served warm and have a sprinkling of Parmesan and garlic on them; the Spaghetti Magnifico has a red sauce with bell pepper, onions, mushrooms + 2 meatballs. The red sauce is tangy and the addition of the vegetables really adds a lot. The interior space decorations reminded me of grandma's house (flowers, teacups, kitschy wall decor), and the food is equally comforting. We didn't have to wait too long for our server at any point in the meal: ordering, checking in on the meal, or paying the bill. She didn't give off a warm or welcoming vibe; she seemed focused on juggling a full house and was succeeding. My only criticisms: the dining room floor and bathrooms looked like they needed some attention and didn't feel clean. Note: there is a parking lot but it is extremely small and hard to get out of if it is full. read more

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Absolutely love this restaurant. When you walk in, you are hit with the wonderful smells coming from the kitchen. The one downside was it took quite some time for the server to make her way to our table and when we were ready to pay, we ended up going to the front. We ordered the Hot Turkey dinner and Chicken Parmigiana. The serving sizes were huge,especially for the price. What we took home was enough for another meal for each of us. The pasta sauce is absolutely delicious as was the entire turkey dinner (only complaint on this was not enough gravy). They previously only accepted cash, however they now take cards. read more

The Little Oven - Turkey dinner - Pizza Near Me - Saint Paul, Minnesota

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Cute atmosphere, and excellent food! Loved both the pizza and pasta! Went on a Friday night and didn't have any wait to get seated. read more

Really liked Little Oven until tonight! Got our order wrong twice. Kept leaving off a meal we ordered, TWICE! Told us to come back in 10 minutes and order would be ready. It wasn't. Will never go back again. Horrible customer service. Not worth the hassle! read more

Food is always delish here, from pizzas to entrees--yum! A classic neighborhood gem, been going here since it was just a pizza joint

Order the breadsticks. That's almost all I have to say. Breadsticks are a crowd favorite, but homemade breadsticks is a game changer. The sauce that accompanies it is great too! My 5yo son was literally scooping it out with a spoon after we devoured the breadsticks. The only downside is that this places only accepts cash. There's an ATM on site, but paying ATM fees is annoying. read more

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The menu has changed drastically and I visited on Wednesday 3/25/26 ordered the poverotti sandwich and it was very small and awful. Trying to pass hamburger on as Italian sausage is just wrong. Prices are up and portions are very small and I don't think that I would recommend dining here anymore.....used to be decent bit be warned !! read more

Great service and awesome food and often carryout deals. Eastside family favorite anytime of the week. read more

Great Pizza. Great service. Try their breadsticks. A great neighborhood place. They have a large parking lot across the street.

It's such a cute little cozy place. The staff is immediately friendly and makes you feel at home when you walk in. It is cash or check only for payments. The food is such good portion sizes and tastes good. I got the chicken parmigiana with penne noodles and it was the best I've found since moving to MN. You get a soup or salad with all pastas, I got the French onion soup which had great flavor. All pastas are also serviced with Parmesan breadsticks or a fresh baked loaf of bread. We ordered the fried ravioli and they were good and filled with plenty of cheese filling. My bf got the lasagna and it wasn't his favorite but it was ok, he would try something different next time. My mom got the pomodoro and added chicken. She liked it and thought that it was light enough but still had flavor. I would definitely recommend if you're looking for good Italian and I will be back again! read more

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I remember coming here as a child with my family in the 90s and we made our way back recently and we're so glad that we did! The past two times we've visited we've ordered the Open Faced Turkey Sandwich. The Large is $13 and will feed you for days!! read more

The Little Oven - Open Faced Turkey Sandwich with Mashed Potatoes, Stuffing and Cranberry Sauce. - Pizza Near Me - Saint Paul, Minnesota

The breadsticks are very oily. The building and ambiance is very outdated. But it's also part of the charm of the restaurant.

My best friend and I were pleased... The restaurant was a little busy, but we received quick and attentive service. We had a wonderful server. However, it seemed we were being rushed a little bit towards the end of our meal. The food was good, well-seasoned and brought in great portion sizes. Be sure to ask for a side of marinara for the breadsticks. Overall, 4/5 it was great but we weren't blown away read more

The Little Oven - Fettucine Alfredo, salad & Spaghetti and Meatballs, salad and their breadsticks - Pizza Near Me - Saint Paul, Minnesota

The pizza is to hard to chew the crust is burnt I've ordered it twice and got the same results

The best! Any time of day, breakfast/lunch/dinner. Great take home meals and catering for the holidays. The pizza is an East Side staple and is the best bang for your buck in the entire metro area! read more

this is a very small location had 6 total in our group the lady refused to sit us in booth stating it's only 4 to a booth like it really mattered read more

The service is decent accompanied by the food such as the chicken Alfredo, French onion soup, and sausage pizzas read more

The Little Oven - Pizza Near Me - Saint Paul, Minnesota

Maybe the pizza is better? This place was very busy. We noticed we were the youngest individuals in the location. Service was amazing! Our salad and soup (not pictured) came out very quickly. Then the popovers came out - they had a weird smell and metallic taste. We barely finished our original bite. Our fish dinners arrived. The fish was decent and the tartar sauce was good. The mashed potatoes were gummy - and possibly instant. Little Oven only accepts cash or checks. read more

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Excellent food and great service at very reasonable prices! I love that after going there a few times, they know my name!

September 1st the food was absolutely terrible the place has been sold and it's not the same at all

Food was good as always, service is always fast and easy, ambiance is great. Love the variety of food options. Cash only !!!

Everything on the menu is fabulous old school hearty flavorfull classic American fare. the Staff here is fabulous, too. I dine in and carry out when I can. they are a east side legacy anchor and should be frequented as much as possible. and tip well, too, the staff works hard for your satisfaction! read more

Eastside staple known for the Italian cuisine: rigatoni, manicotti, meatballs, ravioli, pizza, spaghetti, spumoni ice cream and more! Contrary, they also serve an amazing breakfast that is known for the XL serving sizes. The interior is relatively small, but I appreciate how the building has stayed true to its roots (never expanded) and very similar style to how it's always been with of course, a few small decorating changes. They do not take plastic cards of any type and there is an ATM on-site. They have very affordable frozen take home meals that you can purchase including lasagnas, baked penne, pizzas, etc. Bonus tip: My sister taught me to order the chocolate milk for breakfast (or whenever) and she wasn't wrong. It's served almost in the consistency of a milk shake, definitely hand stirred with chocolate syrup and whip cream on top. Enjoy! read more

The Little Oven - French Toast (added blueberries) & Eggs - Pizza Near Me - Saint Paul, Minnesota

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What an amazing breakfast spot in St. Paul. Small parking in the back. Street parking also available. The coffee was divine and the food was absolutely five star. Great value!!! My new favorite breakfast spot for sure. read more

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Service was good, food was not as good as normal, chicken Parmesan was boring and very plain tasting, lasagna very little ricotta/ cheese, it was all sauce, noodles and meat. Was very disappointe. read more

A mistake was made with my order but the people were nice and helpful and handled it right away, i really appreciated how considerate they were! read more

My family and I decided to try dinner Little Oven's fish fry. Stopped in around 5:00pm and waited for about 60 minutes for a table of 12. Understandable due to our large group. However, a little frustrating as we called on Monday and told we could call around 3:00pm to be placed on a waitlist. Did that and there is no waitlist. We still decided to give it a try. The restaurant is clean, small, and busy. Our waitress did fine. She took our orders, but would often step away in the middle of taking our order. It was a little odd. I've never really experienced anything like that before. Appeared to be a little overwhelmed, but we were patient with her. Portions are large. Everyone ordered fish fry and 3 piece is plenty. Had leftovers for next day. Note, restaurant only takes cash or check. There is an ATM on site incase you need it. Our waitress did not willingly want to divide our bill by family, but we asked her to, and she did it. This isn't my first time at Little Oven, I've been here many time. Always a good spot. Large menu and large portions. I don't know that I'll be back for fish fry here. read more

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Great food and great service. The lasagna was excellent. Straight up Mom and pop diner feel. Tons of regulars. read more

One of the best breakfasts I've ever had! Omelette was delicious, hash browns cooked to perfection, and the pancakes were bliss!!! The only downside is the portions were huge :) read more

The Little Oven - Pizza Near Me - Saint Paul, Minnesota

We had a party of 10 people and although they were short staffed today our service was fantastic! Our waitress was very attentive and helpful. She made sure everyone in our party had anything we needed even though the restaurant was busy. The food was great and the portions were HUGE for the price, we're all bringing home leftovers to enjoy for lunch tomorrow. Everyone loved their meal. Be sure to bring cash or a check because they don't take card but have an ATM available. read more

The Little Oven - Cheese Pizza - Pizza Near Me - Saint Paul, Minnesota

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Based on their Breakfast ONLY. Over the weekend, a friend and I decided to participate in the Moustache Run 2019. It had previously snowed about 8 inches and Friday into Saturday snowed an additional 3 inches. The running conditions were not the best quality, but we did it! Our toes were cold, our hands were numb, and because our stomachs were empty we were ready for some warm breakfast. I have lived about a half mile from this place for almost 2 years and not once stopped in. I have had friends and neighbors tell me how amazing it is, and their pizza is quite delicious supposedly. My friend suggested we go here, noting they have really great breakfast. We arrived and the place is small on the outside, but they manage the inside space well. We were seated quickly and given waters. The waitress had an additional large party, and as she passed ours told us she would be right with us. She was very polite, and prompt. She answered all of our questions without a second thought. She knew her stuff, which can be a lot as a waitress. We ordered the Messy Eggs and Spinach Omelet no Mushrooms, Substitute Green Peppers instead. I ordered the omelet, and it was delicious and very filling! I wasn't able to finish my meal. With the Omelet came a large order of Hash browns, and 2 slices of buttered toast. The Messy Eggs had the same sides. We each had to get a to-go box. Their orders of food were warm, filling, and great for an additional meal or two. The to-go containers were really nice quality as well. This place reminds me of a small town breakfast place. The crowd is mostly regulars, the prices are very reasonable, and the quantity is large, with the quality just better than good, but not excellent. Overall I would, and will come here again. The bathrooms were decent and clean, the space was small, but they clearly know how to make the best of it, and the portion size was nice for a second meal or late night snack. The downfall is that they don't accept credit cards. I know as most of the other review have mentioned it is 2019. They only accept Cash or Check, which isn't the worst thing, but it isn't the most convenient. They do have an ATM in the entrance, but that is more of a down fall for the customers than the establishment. read more

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No frills diner with good portions. Got the Lenten Special fish fry -- fries weren't too warm but they were delicious (on the softer side, which I love). Fish was nice and hot and crispy. Dining companion got the Italian Casserole pasta bake - he really enjoyed it, and it was a super generous portion. Service needed some help - but that's because one woman was handling all tables. Loved it honestly - it's not the world's best food, but it's solid, very reasonably priced and fun! Cash only though, so make sure you're prepared. read more

This place has existed for decades if not longer than I have been alive. This place has some pretty damn good food if you have patience to wait for it on busy days or evenings. I used to come here a lot with my parents as a kid and we always enjoyed it. Was always good. Not the best pizza on the planet but damn is it good. I haven't been in years but I felt this deserved a review as I am going to visit this place in a few weeks and see what's changed and if it's as good as I remember! read more

A classic spot in East St Paul. Really like their pizza, very affordable and good quality. Right off White Bear Ave with a small parking lot, place has been around for a long time and is worth a stop. I highly recommend their takeout frozen pizzas to cook at home. Really cheap and taste great. I pick these up sometimes after visiting my in laws on the East side and have really enjoyed them. read more

My capellini pomodoro was light and fresh, and for $13 it was just a perfect meal! My family enjoyed their orders as well, my dad was especially pleased with his lasagna. For how good it is, I figured I'd see more people inside, but the dining room was quite empty when we went. Service was quick and friendly, dining area was clean. read more

The Little Oven - Cappellini Pomodoro - Pizza Near Me - Saint Paul, Minnesota

Quaint homey with home style just exactly what you're hungry for Italian yummy Breakfast is generous and if you don't grab a dessert from cooler you're Missing Out!!! read more

The Food and Service is great. However, dining in a Freezer and Wind Tunnel make not a pleasant evening eating-out experience. Several friends and myself had dinner on Sunday (6/23/24), we have been dining at your Restaurant for many years and have always enjoyed it. Asking your personnel to slow down your Ceiling Fans, we were told that was not possible, because your Fan Controller was missing or some other excuses. We stayed and suffered thru our meals. Apparently there was no Manger on duty to assist in this matter. Other diner did not look very comfortable either. As the Owner of this Establishment it is your responsibility to fix this problem so people can can continue to come to your Restaurant and enjoy your good food and have a pleasant eating experience without having to bring Winter clothing. Thank you, Ted Herrmann. read more