As of July 2024

Best New Restaurants in Saint Paul

Make sure you’re on top of all the newest restaurant openings in the Capital City.*

The Saint Paul culinary scene continues to grow. Check out the city's newest restaurant openings:

Unique Dining

Neighborhood Eats

Russell's

Opened: November 2024

What once was the beloved Tavern on Grand serving up the best Walleye-centric menu is now an elevated bar serving steaks and sandwiches, inspired by owner Todd Russell's travels. As a Grand Avenue native, Russell hopes to create a neighborhood hub for the community to sit back, relax, and enjoy good food.

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Pictured: Swedish Meatballs

Credit: Russell's

Dilla Sports Bar & Restaurant

Opened: November 2024

Little Africa, a cultural district located in the heart of the Midway neighborhood, welcomes the addition of a new Ethiopian bar and restaurant. Within walking distance of Allianz Field, it is the perfect place for a delicious pregame pick-me-up.

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Pictured: Butternut Squash Ravioli

Credit: 1881

1881

Opened: August 2024

For the first time in its 40-year history, The Lake Elmo Inn opened a new restaurant and it's in Union Depot. The name, "1881," pays homage to both the year Union Depot and the Inn opened, fusing the charm of the storied pasts with a modern, culinary experience. The menu features a few Inn favorites like the potato-crusted sunnies or butternut squash ravioli, as well as a new array of salads, steaks, and decadent desserts.

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Local Rumor

Opened: July 2024

Occupying the former Blue Door location in the Merriam Park neighborhood is this eclectic restaurant and lounge. The menu features a variety of reimagined classics like smash burgers, baked Mac N Cheese, flatbreads and wings. Plus, non-alcoholic cocktails, beer and wine.

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