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The Lexington, Saint Paul, MN

The Lexington

4.7
4.7
2862 Reviews
$31 to $50
American
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Great for creative cocktails


The Lexington is more than a restaurant, it’s an institution. Located on the corner of Lexington Parkway and Grand Avenue, this St. Paul community was the most fashionable at the turn of the 19th century. The St. Paul elite lived just blocks away and the first electric trolley brought visitors up and down Grand Avenue. The Lexington opened in 1935, after the end of prohibition, and was a popular neighborhood bar to gather and socialize. Previously operating as a speakeasy, the expansive wood panels were perfect for hiding a little booze and one can only imagine the shenanigans going on beyond the hidden staircase behind the coat check. For decades following, The Lex, as it’s called by locals and enthusiasts alike, was the place to be seen; business dealings, cocktail hours, and milestone celebrations were a regular occurrence for St. Paul socialites.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 18 times today
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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (651) 289-4990
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Jeremy Baron
  • Private party facilities
    The Lexington features private dining for all of your special occasions. The Lex can accommodate small groups and up to 100 people for private dining events. Please contact Minda@thelexmn.com for more information.
  • Private party contact
    Minda Sherman: (651) 319-3559
  • Neighborhood
    Saint Paul
  • Parking details
    Wed-Sun parking is available in the lot behind the restaurant. Self-parking is also available we- sun in the lot behind the Uptowner diner for $7 starting at 3pm. Wed-Sun parking is available after 5 pm in St. Paul Eye Clinic lot. Do not park in GoodThings parking lot.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 2,862 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

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  • Twin Cities / St. Paul

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    Best Service

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    Best Ambiance

  • Twin Cities / St. Paul

    Best Value

  • Twin Cities / St. Paul

    Good for groups

  • Twin Cities / St. Paul

    Neighborhood gem

  • Twin Cities / St. Paul

    Good for special occasions

  • Twin Cities / St. Paul

    Lively

  • Twin Cities / St. Paul

    Most Booked

2,862 Reviews
  1. Wayne

    Minneapolis

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I have been going to the Lexington for many years and have never been disappointed.

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  2. OpenTable Diner

    Minneapolis

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 28, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We celebrated our 14th anniversary at The Lexington. This was our first time here. Our server was outstanding. Everyone that came to our table was so kind. We had beet salad (incredible- enough for 3), scallops (so tender; sauce was amazing), grilled asparagus (delicious). Great meal for a special event. Thank you.

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  3. Jose

    Minneapolis

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 28, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A wonderful birthday evening for a wonderful person.

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  4. Thomas

    Minneapolis

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 25, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing service and ambience. I was disappointed that the recipe for my favorite dish there had been changed. But despite that, it was a lovely evening.
    The LexingtonResponded on August 27, 2024
    Some of our dishes change seasonally. Keep checking back; it may have ingredients that are best harvested during the winter months :) Glad you enjoyed your expierence!

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  5. Larry

    Minneapolis

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 25, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The best meal ever, best service ever, best atmosphere ever. Pretty much says it all. We celebrated our 40th wedding anniversary with perfection on every front. Bonnie, our server, as well as the rest of the staff were so helpful and courteous. You get what you pay for as well. The Filet Mignon was terrific and cooked superbly. Very strongly recommend this venue for that special occasion that will create a lasting memory for those that dine there.
    The LexingtonResponded on August 27, 2024
    We love Bonnie! Thank you for letting us be a part of your special day :)

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  6. David

    Minneapolis

    45 reviews

    5.0

    45 reviews

    Dined on August 24, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our waiter was very attentive and extremely knowledgeable. There was one server that kept our water glasses full. He also boxed up all the delicious food that was so bountiful, we just couldn’t eat it all. Thank you Lexington for having such wonderful folks, from the waiter, server, the chefs working there.
    The LexingtonResponded on August 27, 2024
    We love to work as a team to provide exceptional service to all of our guests. Looking forward to continuing to impress you for years to come :)

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  7. jeffrey

    Minneapolis

    11 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on August 21, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Perfect mid-week meal. Great service and excellent food, in a super comfortable atmosphere. Consistency unlocked!
    The LexingtonResponded on August 27, 2024
    As much as we LOVE being a place for special events; we started 89 years ago as a neighborhood bar. We encourage everyone to come as you are. Even if it's just for a cheeseburger and cold beer on a random Tuesday :)

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  8. Mozhdeh

    Minneapolis

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 19, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food and service were both excellent. Thank you!
    The LexingtonResponded on August 27, 2024
    Thank you for letting us make your experience memorable! See you soon!

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    Seattle

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on August 19, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food. Oysters were superb. Crab wontons also excellent! The scallops and the steak were perfectly done. Service was fantastic.

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  10. Dan

    Chicago

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 18, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything is great except they hit you with a 6% wellness surcharge and state this is not gratuity. I typically try to avoid restaurants that do this to their customers.
    The LexingtonResponded on August 27, 2024
    Hello! We're so glad you enjoyed your experience! Our wellness charge helps provide our employees with healthcare benefits. We feel that if we take good care of our staff they will take good care of you :)

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FAQs

The Lexington is rated 4.7 stars by 2862 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 PM


Booked 18 times today
Google Map for The Lexington

1096 Grand Ave, Saint Paul, MN 55105

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Saint Paul
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:30 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Wed-Sun parking is available in the lot behind the restaurant. Self-parking is also available we- sun in the lot behind the Uptowner diner for $7 starting at 3pm. Wed-Sun parking is available after 5 pm in St. Paul Eye Clinic lot. Do not park in GoodThings parking lot.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Jeremy Baron
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (651) 289-4990
  • Private party facilities
    The Lexington features private dining for all of your special occasions. The Lex can accommodate small groups and up to 100 people for private dining events. Please contact Minda@thelexmn.com for more information.
  • Private party contact
    Minda Sherman: (651) 319-3559
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