Monday, August 31, 2026

The Top 14 Places to Drink in Saint Paul

The best places to drink in Saint Paul, by the professional record: Eater, Minnesota Monthly, and Mpls St Paul have all weighed in, and their honors are what rank this list. Bar+Cart Lounge And Restaurant comes out on top.

Brunson's Pub and Emerald Lounge hold the next two places. Eater shows up on more of this list than any other guide, with Minnesota Monthly next.

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