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3rd Street Post

103 S. 3rd Street
Stillwater, MN 55082 (view map)
651.439.1435

Great drink deals, events like live music on the deck, and pull tabs. American Legion Post 48, All welcome!

45th Parallel Distillery – Riverside

228 Water Street South
Stillwater, MN 55082 (view map)
715.245.6224

45th Parallel is a family-owned craft distillery specializing in grain to glass vodka and whiskey, as well as gin and cellos. Our Stillwater Location, added in 2022, specializes in tastings and cocktails!

ACAPULCO

1240 West Frontage Rd.
Stillwater, MN 55082 (view map)
651.351.9462

Family-owned Mexican restaurant with fantastic food, great service and full sports bar.  Located on Hwy 36 frontage road – just minutes from downtown Stillwater.

Brick & Bourbon

215 Main St. S.
Stillwater, MN 55082 (view map)
651.342.0777

We are an elevated eatery and craft libation venue that believes in using the freshest domestic and imported ingredients. We are founded on the principles of providing impeccable fare, paired with tasty craft cocktails and vintage bourbon, iced with outstanding service. We operate on the philosophy that nothing is more important than our guests and their experience. Dine inside, reserve the chef’s table or climb to the beautiful rooftop dining.

CHARLIE’S IRISH PUB

101 Water Street South
Stillwater, MN 55082 (view map)
651.439.6000


*Heated/Covered Patio

Enjoy an authentic pub scene offering Irish fare with lively Irish music on Friday and Saturday nights year-round, an expanded bar/restaurant area, and large glass-enclosed river view patio. Across from the pub, Charlie’s Restaurant offers an extensive fine dining menu in grande Victorian decor of the Historic Water Street Inn on the St. Croix River. Experience 4-course wine dinners every Wednesday or specialty themed dinners with spirit pairings and hand-rolled cigars.

Cozzie’s Tavern & Grill

11154 60th St. N.
Stillwater, MN 55082 (view map)
651.342.0447


*Heaters on Patio

Once the local favorite ‘hole-in-the-wall’, under new ownership this renovated roadside restaurant has kept it’s rustic country bar charm that so many peopled loved with a whole new menu and outdoor patio area. Serves lunch, dinner and drinks. Casual atmosphere right off hwy 36 – great for groups, families – dine in or take out. Pull tabs!

Devil’s Advocate

14200 60th Street N
Stillwater, MN 55082 (view map)
651.342.1462

Where the locals and travelers come to eat and drink. Expanding from Minneapolis to Stillwater. Passion to challenge the expected and confront the unconfronted we offer a menu of approachable and rustic east coast tuta da ginnastica or “tracksuit” style Italian dishes.

DOMACIN RESTAURANT & WINE BAR

102 S. 2nd Street
Stillwater, MN 55082 (view map)
651.439.1352


*Heaters at Outdoor Patio

Domacin is one of the best wine bars in the Twin Cities and has the awards to prove it. More than 600 wines by the bottle plus an extensive selection by the glass. Modern-American Cuisine. Featured in Travel & Leisure Magazine as one of America’s Top 25 wine bars. Private dining available in The Cellar, outdoor deck dining and Gazette Room plus a wineshop on site and educational classes and events.

Feller at Lora Hotel

402 S. Main St.
Stillwater, MN 55082 (view map)
651.571.3500

Feller takes inspiration from the culinary traditions of the Great North. Chef Sam Collins’ innovative menus are based on Midwest-sourced ingredients that evoke Minnesota’s traditional foraging and hunting culture, from Prairie Harvest quail to grass fed bison and homemade venison sausages. Sample the smoked trout BLT or find yourself tempted by an intriguing cocktail crafted with Minnesota spirits. Enjoy our beautiful dining room with main street window views, the outside patio or the roadside window just south of the hotel.

Forge & Foundry Distillery

223 Main St. N.
Stillwater, MN 55082 (view map)
651.342.2242


*Heaters on Rooftop Deck

Forge and Foundry is a small craft distillery located in downtown Stillwater, Minnesota. We carefully pick our ingredients from local sources to produce exceptional spirits and hand-crafted cocktails.

Gasthaus Bavarian Hunter

8390 Lofton Avenue
Stillwater, MN 55082 (view map)
651-439-7128

The Gasthaus has been serving award winning German specialties as well as imported German beers, wines & liquors since 1966. Enjoy outdoor dining and meadow events with German music located ten minutes from downtown Stillwater. Open Wednesday-Sunday.

GLORIA’S TO GO

314 Chestnut Street E.
Stillwater, MN 55082 (view map)
651.417.7819

Visit our outdoor patio and all-season porch, open daily 11-8. We look forward to the new Chestnut Street Plaza grand opening Spring 2023.

JOSEPH’S FAMILY RESTAURANT

14608 60th St. N.
Stillwater, MN 55082 (view map)
651.439.3336

Pleasing St. Croix Valley diners for over thirty years with home-cooking. We’re famous for broasted chicken and our pies, over thirty different kinds of delicious homemade pies.  Located on the Hwy 36 frontage road, just minutes from downtown.

LEO’S GRILL & MALT SHOP

131 S. Main Street
Stillwater, MN 55082 (view map)
651.351.3949


*Heaters on Patio

Old-fashioned burger and malt shop with a walk-up ice cream cone window. Listen to your favorites 50’s tunes and enjoy the step-back-in-time 50’s Americana decor. Open daily, right on the corner of Main Street and Chestnut St. (historic lift bridge road).

Lift Bridge Brewery Tap Room

1900 Tower Drive W.
Stillwater, MN 55082 (view map)
888.430.2337


*Heaters outside by picnic tables

Enter the doors of this taproom and you’ll immediately sense that things are a little different here. Bustling city life is left behind for something more authentic, and that starts with the beer. Served directly from the source, our selection goes beyond our regular line up and includes limited release and experimental beers, hard selzters, and sodas. Live music and events, too!

Lolito Stillwater

214 Main St. S.
Stillwater, MN 55082 (view map)
651.342.0972

New concept restaurant from the Lolo American kitchen group. Lolito is inspired by Latin American flavors with plenty of tequila, mezcal and rum.

LoLo American Kitchen

233 Main Street South
Stillwater, MN 55082 (view map)
651.342.2461

Enjoy gourmet street food and American small plates along side craft cocktails and artisan spirits. Watch the culinary action at the open kitchen chef’s bar. Stop by to eat, drink, and socialize in an exploratory yet casual modern setting. This locally owned, locally sourced restaurant and bar also has outdoor patio for cocktails in the summer and upper lounge area open weekends only or for private events.

LOWELL INN

102 N. 2nd St.
Stillwater, MN 55082 (view map)
651.439.1100

The dining experience at the Historic Lowell Inn hotel is vintage and classy, with an inviting atmosphere. Enjoy an array of fine dining offerings, from a tender American beef tenderloin, to the multi-course Swiss Fondue, authentic high tea, or special occasion brunch on Mother’s Day, Easter, or Christmas Day. Private dining rooms, banquet and meeting space available for special events. On the national historic register.

MADE Coffee

402 S. Main St.
Stillwater, MN 55082 (view map)
651.571.3500


*Fire pit outside coffee shop

Coffee that’s familiar without being ordinary. Fresh pressed juices that awaken. In true Minnesota fashion, our street-level café is a beacon for both locals and voyagers. MADE also offers tea and locally made pastries. Located at Lora Hotel.

Matchstick Restaurant & Spirits

232 N. Main St.
Stillwater, MN 55082 (view map)
651.571.0111


*Heaters on Patio

Located inside the new Hotel Crosby, Matchstick restaurant sources farm to table meats & fish served with an array of fine wines, craft beers, and a 2,000 bottle selection of rare & unique spirits. Their food is prepared for intense flavor on a natural wood fired grill or smoker. The menu will please any palate from beef lovers to vegetarians with generous, sharable, small plate offerings in a warm, rustic dining room or main street patio.

Matt’s Basement

413 Nelson St. E.
Stillwater, MN 55082 (view map)
651.342.1795

A Cozy Lounge with Nostalgic Video Rentals & Board Games, Boba Bubble Tea, Waffles, & More!

MEISTERS BAR & GRILL

901 S 4th Street
Stillwater, MN 55082 (view map)
651.439.9860

A friendly neighborhood bar & grill since 1959…just a few blocks from downtown.

NACHO MAMA’S

312 S. Main Street
Stillwater, MN 55082 (view map)
651.439.9544

Nacho Mama’s is just the right fun place for an authentic and  fantastic Mexican meal either inside or on our outdoor patio deck.  Take out and catering available. Stop by to see the cantina bar at the Main Street entrance of the restaurant.

NELSON’S ICE CREAM PARLOR

920 Olive Street W.
Stillwater, MN 55082 (view map)
651.430.1103


Seasonal May-Oct.

Voted best Ice Cream Parlor in Minnesota by WCCO tv poll. In Business since 1923, Stillwater’s historical gem offers forty-six ice cream flavors served in mammoth portions. Just a few blocks from downtown.   Outdoor tables only.

OASIS CAFE

806 Main Street South
Stillwater, MN 55082 (view map)
651.439.0928

A local favorite known for it’s burgers, breakfasts and pies.  The Oasis Cafe is a family-owned restaurant tucked into a rocky bluff as you enter Stillwater on Hwy 95 (St. Croix Scenic Byway) from the south.  Proud winners of  the 2013 Best Burger In The Valley contest. Expanded in 2018 to offer full service bar and outdoor patio.

Papa’s Rooftop at Water Street Inn

101 Water Street South
Stillwater, MN 55082 (view map)
651.439.6000


*Heaters: Gas Firepits on Rooftop Patio

Rooftop restaurant at the Water Street Inn, with the best views of the St Croix River.

PATRIOTS TAVERN

145 New England Place
Stillwater, MN 55082 (view map)
651.342.1472

The Patriot’s Tavern is modeled after a New England Tavern, serving up wood-fired pizzas and flat breads as well as burgers, salads and other American foods. Located west of downtown Stillwater – head up Myrtle St. to Manning Ave.

PD PAPPY’S

422 E. Mulberry St.
Stillwater, MN 55082 (view map)
651.430.1147


*Heaters on back Patio, Seasonal May-Oct

Seasonal restaurant with indoor and  outdoor seating on the river by the marina. Popular spot for boaters, motorcyclists and everyone in between.  Burgers, beer and so much more.  Live music and dancing Friday- Sunday. Never a cover charge.  Join the fun!

Phil’s Tara Hideaway

15021 N. 60th St.
Stillwater, MN 55082 (view map)
651.439.9850

A historic landmark log cabin suspected for bootlegging and gangster activities of Capone and Dillinger. In 1997 Phil Barbatsis created a restaurant with traditions of the past while presenting guests with a contemporary and relaxing dining experience. The menu is Greek-Mediterranean inspired cuisine using only the highest quality local and seasonal ingredients.

Portside

317 S. Main Street
Stillwater, MN 55082 (view map)
651.342.1502


*Enclosure for Winter on Rooftop

Located in the heart of Historic downtown Stillwater offering a diverse, scratch made menu & craft cocktails. Great happy hour & game specials, weekend entertainment, pool, darts, and much more in a newly upgraded space. Be sure to try the roof-top dining patio overlooking the Scenic St. Croix River! Event space with windows to the river also available for private rental.

QUICKFIRE PIZZA

116 S. Main Street
Stillwater, MN 55082 (view map)
651.439.7009

Made-to-order individual pizzas baked in 90 seconds in a wood-fired oven.  Salads, beer, wine, beverages.  Right on Main Street with hidden back alley patio as well. Stop in!

River Siren Brewing

225 Main Street North
Stillwater, MN 55082 (view map)
651.571.3357


*heaters and cover on riverview patio

We are a community-focused destination brewery for craft beer enthusiasts and all who want to enjoy a low-key and lively experience with remarkable beer and house-made seltzer. Come enjoy our riverview location right downtown!

Saint Croix Vineyards

6428 Manning Avenue
Stillwater, MN 55082 (view map)
651.430.3310


*Heaters on deck, Closed in January.

One of Minnesota’s largest wineries – Take a stroll through the picturesque vineyards and enjoy the rustic tasting room in restored century-old barn. Award-winning Minnesota wines range from the dark, intense, oak-aged Frontenac to the semi-sweet Vignoles, reminiscent of a fine German Riesling. Just a short drive from downtown. Watch for events like grape stomp or art and music fairs! Located next door is Aamodt’s Apple Farms and Hot Air Balloons.

Sara’s Tipsy Pies

823 4th St. S.
Stillwater, MN 55082 (view map)
651.342.0934

The famous sweet and savory Sara’s Tipsy Pies can now be enjoyed at a retail cafe on a charming South Hill neighborhood corner. Pick up hand pies fresh or frozen or pre-order full sized pies. Stop in for fresh baked products from Sara’s Tipsy Pies and other local bakers while sipping Willows coffee.

The DAILY GRIND ESPRESSO CAFE

217 N. Main Street
Stillwater, MN 55082 (view map)
651.430.3207


*Heated patio enclosure.

Life is too short for Bad Coffee. We have served our  great coffee in a great little coffee shop – all with a river view since 1992. Drink your coffee here, or take it to go! Located in the back of Valley Bookseller.

The Dock Stillwater

425 Nelson St.
Stillwater, MN 55082 (view map)
651.430.3770

Set on the edge of the St. Croix river in downtown Stillwater, the Dock Stillwater is a gathering place of friends for great food and fine wine. The right place for any occasion.  Enjoy large picture windows featuring views of the historic bridge and river, or during warm weather, sit on closest deck to the St. Croix River in downtown Stillwater.

THE FREIGHT HOUSE

305 Water Street S.
Stillwater, MN 55082 (view map)
651.439.5718

Restaurant, beer garden and tap room downtown featuring the largest patio in the area and a pristine view of the beautiful St. Croix River and historic lift bridge. All new tap room with 24 local beers on tap and craft burgers served on artisan pretzel buns and hand cut fries. Outdoor Bocce ball, giant Jenga and chess, skeeball, pool, darts. On National Historic Register.

The Tilted Tiki

324 S. Main Street
Stillwater, MN 55082 (view map)
651.342.2545


*Heaters on Patio

Nothing more relaxing than sipping a tropical drink, enjoying a tidbit and playing a game in a décor that makes you feel like you are on vacation! Palm trees, parrots, tiki art. Cocktail lounge & live music. Hawaiian shirts welcome! Come, unwind, enjoy. Tiki on my friends…

The Wild Hare

218 Main Street N
Stillwater, MN 55082 (view map)
651.342.0109


* Open 7 days a week.

A fusion of organic meets dive-bar. Decor bridging the two elements with 90s flare, food that brings classic dive offerings with organic and natural ingredients. A refreshing take on favorites everyone will love.

Thor’s Hard Cider

6428 Manning Avenue
Stillwater, MN 55082 (view map)
651.439.3127

Thor’s Hard Cider is authentically made from fresh-pressed, full-strength, locally-grown apples with no preservatives. The entire process happens at our Stillwater, MN orchard. The apples are grown, harvested, pressed and brewed at Aamodt’s Apple Farm, a fourth-generation apple farm. This first cider is named after our our great-grandfather and founder of Aamodt’s Apple Farm.

VICTORIANO’S NEW YORK STYLE PIZZA

402 Main St. N.
Stillwater, MN 55082 (view map)
651.430.3700

Started in 2009 by New Yorker George and purchased by a long-time regular and local south hill girl in the fall of 2019. These well-loved recipes are labored over every week for the legendary crust and sauce that made a name for itself a decade ago. Pies and slices. Online and phone orders. Delivery and Carry out. Patio seating all summer.

You & Me Cafe

826 4th St S.
Stillwater, MN 55082 (view map)
651.342.0854


* Open 7 days a week.

Elevated Coffees, Casual Cooking and Bakery. Relaxed place for eating and socializing. From counter service to our charming bistro atmosphere, You & Me is the perfect place to add a little deliciousness to your every day.

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