Ice show..where to eat.

[Gator Slayer]

Last year there was a thread about dining at the ice show. Just thought the "out of towners" might like recommendations for some good places to eat near the rivercentre. I like Pat McGoverns--their turkey dinner is fantastic. I hope this doesn't violate any forum decorum

[huskywings66]

Cossetta's is scrumtralescent!!! very good food!

[PierBridge]

It's a bit of drive but KOD "king of diamonds" ain't bad.

[icemac33]

Are you kidding me? White Castle on Roberts St.. It's a tradition. Nothing better for the ol' digestive system than about 15 sliders.

[Ryan_V]

There is a stand at the show itself that sells mouth-watering bbq pork and bbq chicken sandwiches!!! that way, no time is lost at the show itself!!! there are also consession stands open.

[irishjigs]

There is the bar Alary's(139 East 7th St.). They have the good "bar" pizza and good brew. Also, it's a Chicago Bears bar. Which means if you're up at the show on Sunday, you can stop into Alary's and root for the Vikings! All in good fun, of course!

[toughguy]

If you want pizza it's savoys right where 52 hits downtown ST. Paul. THE BEST YOU WILL EVER HAVE.

[Desperado]

Don't forget Coney Dogs at the Gopher Bar.

The Gopher,Cosetta's and Savoy's are downtown StPaul institutions.

[nofishfisherman]

If you are bringing the wife in from out of town with you I would recommend treating her to a nice meal at the Downtowner. Its right off west 7th just a few blocks west of the Excel Center, its actually across the street from Tom Reids for those of you who know that bar. Great food and really nice atmosphere. Its a little spending probably $15-25 a plate but it is not a rip off by any means. I was there last weekend and had some awesome baked Sea Bass. Great steaks and pork chops as well.

[dirtking]

TRATTORIA da VINCI

400 Sibley Street

St. Paul, MN 55101

(651) 222-4050

Don't think they are open for lunch on the weekend - but great pasta bar.

[The Yeti]

I vote for Alary's. The "scenery" is also very interesting there..(wink wink)

[Farley]

I usually try to make it over to McGovern's for a rueben and an Irish Car Bomb before I do anything at Excel\Rivercenter\Harriet Island. Not sure what street it's on but it's only a block or two west of Excel, by Majarajahs.

[dirtking]

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I vote for Alary's. The "scenery" is also very interesting there..(wink wink)

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The scenery gets better after 9:00 pm!

[irishjigs]

Now you got me thinking boys...eye candy at Alary's or great pizza at Red's Savoy Pizza? Decisions, Decisions...

Maybe a beer at Alary's on the way to Red's Savoy?

[The Yeti]

We'll also be at Alary's on Sunday for the Bears/Vikes game.. that place gets completely insane.. Oh, and did I mention "scenery".

[LovenLifeGuy]

I will seond cossettas.. It's # 1 on my list

[Cruizin for Fish]

I once spent 3 weeks in the cities (from out of town) and had the pleasure of trying several restaurants during my stay. I Third Cossettas - excellent salads and italian food. I also would not leave Tavern on the Grand off the list - it is in St. Paul on Grand - not sure how far from the ice show but their blackened walleye is the best I have had. The setting is not the best but the walleye is to die for. Check out this write-up on Tavern on the Grand: www.findarticles.com/p/articles/mi_m3190/is_n34_v28/ai_15771892

[Flaco651]

Cossetta's .....W 7th street. (Downtown) Boca Chica.... Cesar Chavez street. (West side)

[Jeremy airjer W]

My two favorites downtown are also Casetta's (easy walk from the Excel) and the Tavern on Grand (which I am also found of the walleye offerings).

Don't forget to stop at Candyland and pick up an offering of homemade popcorn or other treats for the significant other. It may help smooth things over when they find out how much you spent!!!!

[nofishfisherman]

Tavern on Grand is a good spot, they do have some good walleye there.

Another place that is a little different is Chico Chica, is a new restaurant that offers mexican food with a little flare. They also have alot of other options on the menu.

Also I can't forget to mention The Liffey, it's on the corner of West 7th and kellogg. Great irish pub, good food and just a nice bar.

If you are looking for some good german food there is also the Glockenspiel its west of the excel on west 7th street. Probably a mile or 2 down the road on the north side of the street. Also good food and good beer selection.

I feel like I am fogeting some, this is pretty much my back yard so let me know if you are coming from out of town and don't know the area I can try to answer any questions you might have.

[BigWadeS]

not too mention the all female staff's uniforms

[irishjigs]

Tommy Reid's is another place I may have to stop into. good atmosphere and always has some kind of game on the tubes. The Liffey is a good place to get a nice thick winter brew.