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The Lexington, Saint Paul, MN

The Lexington

4.8 (3092)
$31 to $50
American
1096 Grand Ave, Saint Paul, MN 55105

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2 people
19:00
Booked 21 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Charming


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.

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
  • 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
  • Area
    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
    Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan

Experiences

  • Justin Vineyards Wine Tasting

    US$125.00 per person

    Prepaid

    22 May 2025 only
    18:00
    Enjoy an evening with Justin Vineyards' Winemaker! The Lexington is hosting an exclusive wine tasting event featuring Justin Vineyards & Winery's exceptional wines. Join us for an evening of elegance and discovery as Winemaker Scott Shirley shares insights into their bold Paso Robles reds and refined winemaking philosophy. Enjoy 5 wine tastings, a chef-prepared charcuterie board, and an intimate Q&A session with Scott. Limited spaces are available, so reserve your spot today! 📅Date: May 22nd, 2025. 🕰️Time: 6 p.m. 🎟️ Tickets: $125 per guest + taxes and fees.
    Justin Vineyards Wine Tasting photo
  • The Women of Gangsterland

    US$70.00 per person

    Prepaid

    19 Jun 2025 only
    18:00
    Join The Lexington and Cyn City Tours! Step into the shadows of Minnesota’s criminal past for an evening of intrigue, history, and hidden heroines. The Women of Gangsterland shines a spotlight on the bold, cunning, and complex women who played key rolls in our history. From speakeasies in St. Paul to secret alliances with infamous outlaws, these women were much more than background figures — they were movers, shakers, and sometimes shot-callers. Join CynCity for a fascinating historical presentation that uncovers the true stories behind the myths, featuring rare photos, dramatic accounts, and expert insights. Whether they were accomplices, survivors, or power players in their own right, these women helped shape a thrilling chapter of Minnesota history. This is history like you’ve never heard it — gritty, glamorous, and utterly unforgettable. Tickets: $70 per Guest+ Taxes & Fees Includes: 1 Drink Ticket and Light Appetizers. Doors Open at 5:30pm. Cyn City Presentation Begins No Later Than 6:30pm. Seating is on a first come first serve basis Please alert of us of food allergies upon purchasing your tickets. For questions please contact Minda at minda@thelexmn.com or call (651)319-3559

Private dining

What 3,092 people are saying

The Lexington reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • 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 Ambience

  • Twin Cities / St. Paul

    Best Value

  • Twin Cities / St. Paul

    Good for groups

  • Twin Cities / St. Paul

    Neighbourhood gem

  • Twin Cities / St. Paul

    Good for special occasions

  • Twin Cities / St. Paul

    Lively

  • Twin Cities / St. Paul

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Lexington offers a delightful dining experience with "amazing food" and "outstanding service." Guests rave about the "elegant atmosphere" and the live jazz adds to the charm. The restaurant is perfect for special occasions, with "impeccable and charming service." A "St. Paul staple," it's praised for its "classic vibe" and "fabulous date night venue."
3,092 Reviews
  1. Carla

    Minneapolis - St. Paul2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wow it was delicious the beef stroganoff with mushrooms spinach sirloin steak tips while it was so delicious yay I had myself a wonderful date for supper diet Coke delicious bread and butter yum yum yummy thanks so much y'all did a great job waiter waitresses check bag department was wonderful hostess did a great job thanks everybody see you soon

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  2. Eric

    Minneapolis - St. Paul2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food. Great service. Great atmosphere. Delightful dinner!
    The LexingtonResponded 5 days ago
    Hey Eric, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your dining experience with us at The Lexington. It's always a pleasure to know that our food, service, and atmosphere met your expectations. We're glad you found your dinner delightful and we can't wait to welcome you back soon! Best regards, The Management Team

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  3. Casey VIP

    Minneapolis - St. Paul80 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 11 May 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Incredible Mother’s Day dining experience! Perfect in so many ways. Absolutely outstanding server and terrific food. Chateaubriand, Beef Wellington etc.

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  4. Teresa

    Minneapolis - St. Paul3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 8 May 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was outstanding! Phillip’s service was outstanding too!
    The LexingtonResponded on 12 May 2025
    Thanks for the review, Teresa! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our food and service at The Lexington. It's always our goal to provide outstanding experiences for our guests. We appreciate your kind words and look forward to serving you again soon! We are fortunate to have Philipp on our team.

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  5. Chancy VIP

    New Orleans34 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 4 May 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was excellent, the service superb, the design elegant, and the location and parking easy. A lovely evening out!
    The LexingtonResponded on 6 May 2025
    Hello Chancy, Thank you so much for your kind words and for taking the time to leave us such a wonderful review. We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your dining experience at The Lexington. It's wonderful to know that our food, service, and ambiance met your expectations and that you appreciated our elegant design and easy parking. We strive to make every visit to our restaurant a memorable one and your feedback is a great encouragement to us. We look forward to welcoming you back for another lovely evening out soon! Best Regards, The Management Team

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  6. Kyle

    Minneapolis - St. Paul2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 3 May 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Another lovely dinner at the Lexington. It remains one of our favorite restaurants.
    The LexingtonResponded on 6 May 2025
    Thanks for the feedback, Kyle! We're thrilled to hear that you had another lovely dinner at The Lexington and that it remains one of your favorite restaurants. It's always a pleasure to serve you and we're delighted that you enjoyed our food, service, and found good value in your experience. We appreciate your high ratings and look forward to serving you again soon!

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  7. Mark VIP

    Chicago / Illinois8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 3 May 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a great experience. Food is excellent, service is top notch!
    The LexingtonResponded on 6 May 2025
    Thanks for the review, Mark! We're thrilled to hear that you always have a great experience at The Lexington. It's wonderful to know that you enjoy our food and service. Your kind words mean a lot to us and we look forward to serving you again soon.

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  8. David

    Minneapolis - St. Paul1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 3 May 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We celebrated our anniversary at The Lexington and it was an extraordinary experience from beginning to end. A highlight was the impeccable and thoroughly charming yet elegant service by Philipp. The food was wonderful. My steak was prepared perfectly, and my husband was pleased with his swordfish. We recommend the lobster and cauliflower starter. The wine list has several options for every palate, and we each began our meal with a well-crafted cocktail. There are few meals that could compare with our evening at The Lexington!
    The LexingtonResponded on 6 May 2025
    Thanks for the feedback, David! We're thrilled to hear that you had an extraordinary experience celebrating your anniversary at The Lexington and enjoyed the food, service, and starters. It's wonderful to know that our steak and swordfish hit the mark for you and your husband, and that you enjoyed the lobster and cauliflower starter. We're also glad that our cocktails and wine selection hit the spot! Your kind words mean a lot to us and motivate us to keep delivering great food and service. We look forward to welcoming you back for more memorable meals! Philipp will be waiting for you Best, The Management Team

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  9. Rhonda

    Minneapolis - St. Paul13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 27 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Our Saturday dinner at the Lexington was great. There was live music (jazz) which added greatly to the ambience. Food was delicious.
    The LexingtonResponded on 28 April 2025
    Hi Rhonda, We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your Saturday dinner at The Lexington. It's great to know that the live music added to the ambiance and made your dining experience even more enjoyable! We're glad that you found our food to be delicious. We appreciate your feedback and look forward to welcoming you back soon. Best regards, The Management Team

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  10. Marie VIP

    Minneapolis - St. Paul4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 27 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We love the Lexington…fabulous date night venue, especially when there is live jazz.
    The LexingtonResponded on 28 April 2025
    Thanks for the review, Marie! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed your date night at The Lexington. We're glad you found our venue to your liking and that live jazz added to your experience. We appreciate your high ratings for our food and service. We noted your rating on value and will continue to strive for improvement. We apologize for the issue with the mushrooms. So sorry. We look forward to welcoming you back soon!

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2 people
19:00
Booked 21 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for The Lexington

1096 Grand Ave, Saint Paul, MN 55105

Additional information

  • Area
    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
    Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan
  • Phone number
  • 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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