Reviews for ESB East Side Bar in St Paul, MN
The food is always good and the cocktail selection is unique. The chef is very personable and dedicated to quality. This is my... favorite restaurant in Saint Paul to go to on a weekday. Please give this place a try. I am welcomed every time and have goodservice. The owner is also dedicated to posting updates on new specials and cocktails/beers. Read more
Place is top notch with small town comfy vibes! Loved everything my gf and I had, we had gotten some curry fries to try to out... and were phenomenal! Then went with the steak sliders and the chicken piccata, both were 5 star quality. Meat was awesome!! Theyperfect and the sauces were to die for! Also had a couple mixed drinks and did not disappoint. Then the gf got a dessert, abanana chocolate milkshake with alcohol! It was the best way to finish off a meal this good. Will be back for sure! Till nexttime ESB Read more
I know I have gotten pretty liberal with five star ratings... And I never regret it. Everyone does amazing things in their own... unique way. In this instance though, I do wish I could somehow differentiate this place, maybe give it 6 stars, or a specialcolor of stars or something. ESB has quickly found a special place in my heart and my pallette. ???? The food here is unique,diverse, and curated by an extremely passionate and talented chef who I genuinely believe puts his heart into each dish and intothe establishment. I tried the Brussel Sprouts, a delectable dish with a hong shao rou for a sweet, yet tangy flavor withcomplex notes and a great mixture of textures. The drinks were superb as well; I was able to try two of the mocktails, and eachwas filled with flavor and quenched my thirst quite expertly. The cherry on the pie though, is the staff, the people, throughwhom shine a light that could bring a smile in even the darkest days. Each person I was able to interact with had their ownunique charm, character, kindness, adding layers of humanity on an already very welcoming and spirited atmosphere. I am verymuch looking forward to returning and trying another dish or two soon. Read more
This place is turning into a local gem. The beer menu has expanded nicely, the meals change occasionally and there's good... variety, the dining room is smallish but nice enough to linger in, and there's a cute little patio out back. The best part isthe staff; you can tell good places by how little turnover they have. The chef delivers food, makes recommendations, andremembers you. The servers are friendly, knowledgeable about the food, and also remember you. Eric is awesome. Try the curryfries if you go, so good. Read more
Highly recommend. The food is amazing. Service always perfect. Go to place for the best cocktails. Have the fettuccine. The... chicken is cooked to perfection. Sample a few different cocktails. The patio is nice on a beautiful summer evening. Read more
We loved Ward 6. This is the same cozy building, same manager and one of the owners. So it is back to maybe 95%. We had Pad... Thai and Enchiladas. Both good. And fine service and Key Lime pie Read more
What a neighborhood gem! Cool space, awesome bar, amazing service! Everything we had was really good. The pork chops were a... stand out along with a really great burger and pork belly. My Dad loved that they had Hamm's beer on tap. Cool art work on thewalls for sale! Read more
What a wonderful little place! Their menu is amazing, food is top notch, and service with a smile. Highly recommend this place... for both casual dining and business entertaining with high end type menu! THE Best brussel sprout dish I've had in a long time! Read more