128 Cafe

4.4 (74)

$30 and under

Contemporary American

128 Cleveland Avenue North, Saint Paul, MN 55104

About this restaurant

Innovative
Neighbourhood gem

The 128 is a small, chef-driven restaurant that uses local and organic produce, grass fed beef, humanely raised poultry and heritage breed pork. We buy the best ingredients we can and try to highlight them, whether it be a beautiful Ribeye or an heirloom carrot. Specializing in globally influenced American food, our menu changes often and highlights what's at it's best and in season. A romantic spot for a date, a cozy place on a cold night for some comfort food or a quick stop for a steakhouse-style burger or our famous baby back ribs, we are above all a great neighborhood restaurant. We love our guests and our neighborhood and hope to see you soon!

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Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Global, International, Gastro Pub
Hours of Operation
Lunch: Tuesday - Friday: 11:00am - 2:00pm Dinner: Sunday - Thursday: 5:00pm - 9:00pm, Friday & Saturday: 5:00pm 10:00pm Brunch: 10:00am - 4:00 pm EASTER AND MOTHER'S DAY ONLY HH: 3:00-6:00 T-F
Phone number
(651) 645-4128
Website
http://the128cafe.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive Chef
Max Thompson
Catering
The 128 Cafe is available for catered events, both drop-off and staffed. We also have a food truck that can come to your house or business and serve anything from a 12 person multi-course plated dinner to a 200 person pig roast in your backyard! Please contact us for details/pricing at greytruck@the128cafe.com or by calling us at 651.645.4128
Private party facilities
Private parties of up to 30 people are welcome with advance reservations. Please contact us directly.

Location
128 Cleveland Avenue North, Saint Paul, MN 55104
Area
Saint Paul
Cross street
Laurel Ave
Parking Details
Valet available Tuesday- Saturday for $5.<br />Some street parking is available, ample parking on Sundays.
Public transport
21 Bus at Marshall and Cleveland (2 block walk).Nice Ride MN at Cleveland between Laurel and Selby (100 feet).
Entertainment
Good food and company.
Additional
Banquet, Bar Dining, Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Farm to Table, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Wine

BBQ Baby Back Ribs
sweet potato hash, bacon brussels, garlic texas toast, sweet & spicy BBQ
- HalfUSD 19.00
- FullUSD 30.00
Market Fish
changes often
- Market Price
PorchettaUSD 26.00
belly-wrapped loin, fennel pollen, olive oil potatoes, braised endive, orange
Prime Flatiron SteakUSD 27.00
loaded mash potatoes, blue cheese butter, asparagus, bacon bits

Sides

Roasted Vegetable SaladUSD 7.00
Maple-Pecan Sweet PotatoUSD 6.00
Roasted Garlic Mashed PotatoUSD 6.00
Jalapeño cornbreadUSD 4.00

Reviews

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Reviews from people who have dined at 128 Cafe.

4.4

(74)

4.5Food
4.5Service
4.1Ambience
4.0Value

Noise • Moderate

74 Reviews

OT
OpenTable Diner
Minneapolis - St. Paul1 review
5.0
Dined on 8 May 2016
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This cafe is a true little gem. I took my mom here for Mothers Day & we can't wait to go back! The staff was very attentive & kind. The food was phenomenal! The chef changes the menu often to keep fresh, local foods on the table. This is a wonderful place for lunch with a good friend or a good old date night. I will definitely return.
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ProfGizmo
Minneapolis - St. Paul28 reviews
4.0
Dined on 8 May 2016
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
My wife and I went to 128 Cafe for our first time on Mother's Day, 2016. We have lived within 10 miles of this location for almost 35 years but had never been to this restaurant. We had a great brunch meal for Mother's Day. The food was delicious, the service prompt and courteous, the setting was delightful. We can't wait until we can try an evening dinner at this hidden gem in St. Paul.
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Afoodiesincebirth Gold
Minneapolis - St. Paul155 reviews
4.0
Dined on 7 May 2016
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
The roasted garlic with toasts, chutney and apple slices--coupled with the Argyle sparking wine--was an excellent start to the meal. The nettle soup was as beautiful as it was tasty--and not something you find on very many menus (...sadly).
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Vicki
Minneapolis - St. Paul36 reviews
5.0
Dined on 4 May 2016
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was great, if you have play tickets, might want to allow extra time. Wonderful leisurely place to dine!
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JaneN
Minneapolis - St. Paul2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 28 April 2016
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Thanks for being a platinum sponsor for the "dining out for life "
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OpenTable Diner
Minneapolis - St. Paul2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 28 April 2016
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Tucked into a little corner of a non-descript building in St. Paul, 128 Cafe was a delight. We got a reservation because they took part in a charity fund-raiser, and took a chance though we liked what we saw of the menu and online reviews. We were pleasantly surprised by the ambiance, the food and the service. We would go back again, both the salmon I had and the pork chop my wife dined on were delicious. From heritage pork to the "umami bomb vinaigrette" we had a nice treat. Even had dessert (which we don't usually do these days)...it was that good.
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PamelaC
Minneapolis - St. Paul4 reviews
4.0
Dined on 28 April 2016
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Best Dessert experience EVAR!!! The Banana-Rhubard pastry with vanilla ice cream, brown sugar crumbles and cinnamon...omg! So, good.
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Rhowey Gold
Minneapolis - St. Paul11 reviews
4.0
Dined on 9 April 2016
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
128 is always a nice quiet dinner with very good food. Their ribs are the best in town.
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DeeBee
Minneapolis - St. Paul6 reviews
5.0
Dined on 7 April 2016
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Everything on the menu is so delicious - from the bread to the dessert, appetizers, main courses - and the intimate atmosphere reminds one of a small European or French Canadian restaurant. Really a fantastic place!
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OpenTable Diner
Minneapolis - St. Paul1 review
5.0
Dined on 4 April 2016
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Love, love, loved the Pork Chop Dinner...so tender and tasted so good and savory with sweet pairings! I am still craving it again! Thank you for truly taking time to make beautiful dishes! Our dessert was great too!
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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Global, International, Gastro Pub
Hours of Operation
Lunch: Tuesday - Friday: 11:00am - 2:00pm Dinner: Sunday - Thursday: 5:00pm - 9:00pm, Friday & Saturday: 5:00pm 10:00pm Brunch: 10:00am - 4:00 pm EASTER AND MOTHER'S DAY ONLY HH: 3:00-6:00 T-F
Phone number
(651) 645-4128
Website
http://the128cafe.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive Chef
Max Thompson
Catering
The 128 Cafe is available for catered events, both drop-off and staffed. We also have a food truck that can come to your house or business and serve anything from a 12 person multi-course plated dinner to a 200 person pig roast in your backyard! Please contact us for details/pricing at greytruck@the128cafe.com or by calling us at 651.645.4128
Private party facilities
Private parties of up to 30 people are welcome with advance reservations. Please contact us directly.

Location
128 Cleveland Avenue North, Saint Paul, MN 55104
Area
Saint Paul
Cross street
Laurel Ave
Parking Details
Valet available Tuesday- Saturday for $5.<br />Some street parking is available, ample parking on Sundays.
Public transport
21 Bus at Marshall and Cleveland (2 block walk).Nice Ride MN at Cleveland between Laurel and Selby (100 feet).
Entertainment
Good food and company.
Additional
Banquet, Bar Dining, Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Farm to Table, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Wine

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Menu

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Cheese LatkeUSD 9.00

Rabbit TerrineUSD 9.00

Roasted GarlicUSD 11.00

Fettuccini CarbonaraUSD 16.00

Small (Er)

Mexican Beet SaladUSD 9.00

Tonight's SoupUSD 7.00

Chopped Cesare SaladUSD 8.00

Poached Pear SaladUSD 9.00

Sandwiches

Burger Du JourUSD 14.50

128 BurgerUSD 12.50

ReubenUSD 14.00

Mains

BBQ Baby Back Ribs

Market Fish

PorchettaUSD 26.00

Prime Flatiron SteakUSD 27.00

Sides

Roasted Vegetable SaladUSD 7.00

Maple-Pecan Sweet PotatoUSD 6.00

Roasted Garlic Mashed PotatoUSD 6.00

Jalapeño cornbreadUSD 4.00

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