joan's in the Park

Name: joan's in the Park
Address: 631 Snelling Avenue South, Saint Paul, MN, United States, 55116
Telephone: (651) 690-3297
Price range: $50 and over
Rating: 5

Visa Dining Collection

5 (2170)

$50 and over

American

631 Snelling Avenue South, Saint Paul, MN 55116

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2 people

Jul 21, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 6 times today

About this restaurant

Good for special occasions
Neighborhood gem
Charming

joan's in the Park restaurant and full service bar is an elegantly cozy dining destination, located on Snelling Avenue in Highland Park. We offer a 4 course menu designed by Chef /owner Susan Dunlop, which includes distinctive American cuisine . We offer only the finest ingredients, sourced locally when possible. Maître d'/owner Joan Schmitt (and Highland Park native) offers first-class hospitality. Our carefully selected wine, beer and signature cocktail list will also appeal to all tastes. joan's is a must try, if you enjoy great food and amazing hospitality in a warm and inviting atmosphere.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
American, Seafood, Steak
Hours of operation
Wed–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(651) 690-3297
Website
http://www.joansinthepark.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
Susan Dunlop

Location
631 Snelling Avenue South, Saint Paul, MN 55116
Neighborhood
Saint Paul
Cross street
Bayard
Parking details
Neighborhood parking available. We also have a small lot behind the restaurant
Public transit
Snelling Avenue @ Ford Parkway
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 2,170 people are saying

joan's in the Park reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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5.0

5.0 based on recent ratings

4.9Food
5.0Service
4.8Ambience
4.7Value

Noise • Moderate

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Minneapolis - St. Paul
Best Overall
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Best Food
Minneapolis - St. Paul
Best Service
Minneapolis - St. Paul
Great for fine wines
Minneapolis - St. Paul
American
Twin Cities / St. Paul
Best Overall
Twin Cities / St. Paul
Best Food
Twin Cities / St. Paul
Best Service
Twin Cities / St. Paul
Best Ambiance
Twin Cities / St. Paul
Best Value
Twin Cities / St. Paul
Healthy
Twin Cities / St. Paul
Neighborhood gem
Twin Cities / St. Paul
Great for fine wines
Twin Cities / St. Paul
Romantic
Twin Cities / St. Paul
Good for special occasions

Review summary

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Joan's in the Park is a cherished dining gem in Highland Park, beloved for its "outstanding food" and "impeccable service." The intimate setting is perfect for special occasions, with thoughtful touches like complimentary champagne. Chef Susan's creative dishes, such as chicken liver mousse and squid ink pasta, delight patrons. Highly recommended for memorable celebrations.

2,170 Reviews

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Kim
Minneapolis - St. Paul1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Went for an anniversary dinner. Nice touches made us feel it was a special occasion: complimentary sparkling wine, a photo. Excellent service. A small, friendly neighborhood restaurant with high-end food. A four course meal is standard with options within each course. A special occasion restaurant/experiece. Expensive but worth it.
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Marcelo VIP
Denver / Colorado7 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent experience. Professional and very friendly staff. Excellent food!! Don’t miss the barramundi and squid ink pasta!
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Bill
Minneapolis - St. Paul8 reviews
5.0
Dined on July 12, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Went for our anniversary. The staff was fabulous, everyone wished us happy anniversary and Joan gave us champagne. While spreading little hearts on our table. It was fun! It is spendy, especially with 2 wine flights and desserts, but fine for an occasional celebration.
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Paul
Chicago / Illinois2 reviews
5.0
Dined on July 12, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Celebrated our anniversary at Joan's in the Park. We were greeted with a complimentary glass of champagne, hearts on our table and they took a keepsake photo of us. The food was outstanding. Each course was flawlessly executed and absolutely delicious. The service was great as was the lovely setting. I'd highly recommend a visit here.
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Barry VIP
Minneapolis - St. Paul21 reviews
5.0
Dined on July 12, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We have celebrated our anniversary at Joan’s in the Park for the past 6 years. Our dinners have consistently been outstanding. Beautifully presented and delicious. Service impeccable. Our courses this year were chocolate babka, Bagna cauda (bread course), chicken liver mousse, masa dumplings, farro salad, striped bass and a porterhouse cut lamb chop. Of course, we’ll be back next year, and hopefully before then.
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mark VIP
Minneapolis - St. Paul11 reviews
5.0
Dined on July 11, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always the best! Joan and Susan make you feel like family. And, the food is always inventive and most importantly delicious.
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Philip VIP
Minneapolis - St. Paul25 reviews
5.0
Dined on July 10, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Another outstanding evening of great food and fine service….
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Ben
Minneapolis - St. Paul1 review
5.0
Dined on July 9, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We ate outside on their covered patio. Perfect night for it. Service was spectacular, no misses with the food, this is a special place for us
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Sandra
Phoenix / Arizona7 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 28, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
One of the best restaurants in the Twin Cities for food, services, ambiance, and an enjoyable evening out.
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Don
Minneapolis - St. Paul5 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 27, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent service, delectable food, memorable anniversary celebration!
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joan's in the Park is rated 5 stars by 2170 OpenTable diners.

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2 people

Jul 21, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 6 times today

631 Snelling Avenue South, Saint Paul, MN 55116

Additional information

Cross street
Bayard
Neighborhood
Saint Paul
Hours of operation
Wed–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
American, Seafood, Steak
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Neighborhood parking available. We also have a small lot behind the restaurant
Public transit
Snelling Avenue @ Ford Parkway
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Susan Dunlop
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.joansinthepark.com/
Phone number
(651) 690-3297

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joan's in the Park

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PARMIGIANO REGGIANO CHEESE BREAD

ONION KNOTT BREAD

VIENNESE PASTRY

SAVORY CHOCOLATE BABKA

Second

POACHED SHRIMP

BUTTERNUT SQUASH

BEEF STEAK TARTARE

CHARRED BEETS

Third

MASA CORN DUMPLINGS

CAVATELLI

PAPPARDELLE

TOASTED FARRO

Fourth

FILET MIGNON

MARKET FISH

CHICKEN CONFIT

PORK TENDERLOIN

DESSERTS - $12

BUTTERMILK PANNA COTTA

BROWN BUTTER PUDDING

LEMON CAKE

CHOCOLATE BOMBOLONI

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