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Downtowner Woodfire Grill, Saint Paul, MN

Downtowner Woodfire Grill

4.7
4.7
3833 Reviews
$31 to $50
American

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 30 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Charming
  • Good for business meals
"simply beyond the ordinary"
"****" - Kathie Jenkins - Saint Paul Pioneer Press

Downtowner Woodfire Grill specializes in Persian fire roasted meats, grilled steaks and chops, and gourmet wood-fired pizzas. The atmosphere is warm & lively offering 2 fireplaces, a full bar with 3 fountains and live jazz. The restaurant offers free parking with convenience to both the Xcel Energy Center & Ordway Theater. Downtowner Woodfire Grill also provides a full menu for breakfast & lunch, and a children's menu. This cozy restaurant serves a great plate as well as provides an experience to savor.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Steakhouse, Breakfast
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Mon–Fri 7:00 am–11:00 am Sat 7:00 am–12:00 pm Sun 8:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 3:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat 12:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (651) 228-9500
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Catering
    Please email wendy@downtownerwoodfire.com for more details.
  • Private party facilities
    A room off the back of the dining area offers privacy for meetings/ special events. The room seats up to 34 people, has a fireplace, av equipment, and customized menus for your group.
  • Neighbourhood
    Saint Paul
  • Cross Street
    Chestnut/ Walnut
  • Parking details
    Parking next to the building or across the street next to Burger Moe's & Domino's
  • Public transit
    Bus stop at the corner of our block.
  • Entertainment
    Sunday breakfast is accompanied with live piano.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 3,833 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Twin Cities / St. Paul

    Best Overall

  • Twin Cities / St. Paul

    Best Food

  • Twin Cities / St. Paul

    Best Service

  • Twin Cities / St. Paul

    Best Ambience

  • Twin Cities / St. Paul

    Best Value

  • Twin Cities / St. Paul

    Good for groups

  • Twin Cities / St. Paul

    Healthy

  • Twin Cities / St. Paul

    Neighbourhood gem

  • Twin Cities / St. Paul

    Great for fine wines

  • Twin Cities / St. Paul

    Romantic

  • Twin Cities / St. Paul

    Good for special occasions

  • Twin Cities / St. Paul

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Downtowner Woodfire Grill offers a cozy atmosphere with a "warm and welcoming" vibe. Guests praise the "excellent service" and diverse menu featuring delicious dishes like lamb chops and seafood. The ambiance is perfect for conversations, highlighted by "live piano music." Ideal for pre-event dining, it remains a "go-to" spot in St. Paul.

3,833 Reviews
  1. Rick

    Minneapolis

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Professional staff who provided an excellent dining experience for 3 couples.

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  2. Paige

    Minneapolis

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food and service were excellent. Menu had a variety of items at different price points.

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  3. Heather

    Unspecified

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service and atmosphere, and good food too! Will definitely go back!

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  4. Karen

    Minneapolis

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was delicious and our server Heidi was attentive and did an excellent job.

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  5. Kevin

    Salt Lake City

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a great meal here. Service is great from moment you walk in and are greeted at host stand to the server and everyone else. I hit up The Downtowner every time I am in town. Never disappoints!!

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  6. Karen

    Minneapolis

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Cozy and pretty interior with excellent acoustics so we could chat easily at the table. Really nice variety on the menu. At our table we ordered walleye sandwiches and a burger, all of which were delicious and hot. Bun and ciabatta bread were fresh, vegetables on the sandwiches were fresh and crisp. Sweet potato fries were excellent, not soggy. Great attentive table service.

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  7. James

    VIP

    Minneapolis

    7 reviews

    4.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on February 16, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    The French Toast was unusual. We couldn’t identify the coating.
    Downtowner Woodfire GrillResponded on February 18, 2025
    Thank you for your review and for your feedback! We look forward to serving you again soon!

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  8. Kimi

    Minneapolis

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 16, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    This was my second time dining at the Downtowner and it was more impressive than my first. The staff were pleasant and the atmosphere was cozy and pleasant. I ordered the lamb chops that did not disappoint, they were deliciously cooked to my liking in a perfect sauce. The only complaint I had was that my mashed potatoes were served on a separate saucer and they were cold. My other vegetables were perfect.
    Downtowner Woodfire GrillResponded on February 18, 2025
    Great to hear. Thank you for your review and for your feedback! We're very happy you enjoyed your experience, overall. We look forward to serving you again soon!

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  9. Anthony

    Detroit

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Initial inspection was pleasant. When you enter the restaurant, you'll see it's well appointed with mostly natural materials (namely stone walls, funky glass vases, and a very pretty open kitchen). The service was attentive, but not overbearing. The only low was the filet tenderloin. While the sauce was delicious, and the visual was amazing, the meat itself didn't quite make the mark. Otherwise, the appetizers and desert were all amazing and performed. In the end, I would highly recommend this as a great fine-ish (not quite casual, not quite fine dining) dining experience.
    Downtowner Woodfire GrillResponded on February 18, 2025
    Excellent. Thank you for your review and for your feedback! We're very happy you enjoyed your experience, overall. We look forward to serving you again soon!

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  10. Mark

    Minneapolis

    15 reviews

    3.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    Service was not good. No refills on water. Had to be flagged down multiple times. Steak (filet) was not cooked right. Nice thing was, they took it off the bill. Overall… there are better places to go.
    Downtowner Woodfire GrillResponded on February 15, 2025
    Thank you for your review. We are so very sorry for your experience. Please call 651-228-9500 and ask to speak to a manger if you would like to discuss it further. We hope to have you back!

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FAQs

Downtowner Woodfire Grill offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (651) 228-9500.

Downtowner Woodfire Grill is rated 4.7 stars by 3833 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 30 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Downtowner Woodfire Grill

253 7th Street West, Saint Paul, MN 55102

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Chestnut/ Walnut
  • Neighbourhood
    Saint Paul
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Mon–Fri 7:00 am–11:00 am Sat 7:00 am–12:00 pm Sun 8:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 3:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat 12:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Steakhouse, Breakfast
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Parking next to the building or across the street next to Burger Moe's & Domino's
  • Public transit
    Bus stop at the corner of our block.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Entertainment
    Sunday breakfast is accompanied with live piano.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (651) 228-9500
  • Catering
    Please email wendy@downtownerwoodfire.com for more details.
  • Private party facilities
    A room off the back of the dining area offers privacy for meetings/ special events. The room seats up to 34 people, has a fireplace, av equipment, and customized menus for your group.
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