(651) 209-6527
308 Prince St Ste 140
St Paul,
MN
55101
44.9494
-93.0839
Neighborhoods: Lowertown, Downtown
What People Are Saying About Tanpopo Noodle Shop
The Editor
Contributor
Citysearch
In Short – A hand-planed wood waiting bench welcomes guests; dishes are served in thrown pottery and soaring ceilings don't detract from the comfy, casual vibe. The St. Paul Farmers' Market is just across the street, and the Tanpopo chefs carry armloads of fresh ingredients back to their kitchen. Traditional Japanese noodle dishes are served hot (soups) or cold (salads), and you choose either udon or soba noodles to go with the simple mushroom, chicken and veggie combinations.
12/23/07
Best Kept secret of Saint Paul
by jayleck
I absolutely adore this restaurant. In the winter, nothing hits the spot better than the Nabayaki Udon. I recommend this place to everyone I know. Food is always fresh and is consistently delicious. Also has the best tempura green tea ice cream in the Twin Cities.
- Pros: Quality and taste
- Cons: if you have a party less than 6, go early or late for dinner on Saturday to get a table
04/10/07
St. Paul Gem
by tcfoodie68
After all these years of living in the Metro I finally ate at Tanpopo Noodle shop. Let me tell you, it is such a great little space. Who could ask for more! Simple sophisticated dishes that after ward you don't feel like your endangering your health. I can't exactly say one thing to try because everything I sampled was delicious. There was a bunch of us all trying everything. If only St. Paul could get a few more little gems like this in the Downtown/ Lowertown area.
- Pros: The very relaxing atmosphere and seemingly healthy cuisine
03/15/07
Delicious Kitsune Soba!
by shinycake
I went to this restaurant two Fridays in a row because of the wonderful Kitsune Soba. The broth is extremely flavorful - so much so that I had to ask the server if it was made with beef or chicken broth (she assured me that it's a traditional dashi - seaweed and fish - broth). The tofu tastes amazing the way it's prepared; it's not what you think of when you think of tofu (even though I do like the bland white cubes). It's cut really thin and perfectly seasoned. My bowl also had three big shiitake mushrooms, which were mouth-watering. The noodles themselves are tender and delicious. Overall, my new favorite food!
- Pros: Vegetarian friendly (can subsititue mushroom broth for dashi), cute space
- Cons: Parking
The Details on Tanpopo Noodle Shop
Where to Sit:
Bring a book and eat at the bar for a simple solo meal.
Know Before You Go:
Tanpopo will only do reservations for parties of six or more.
Smoking Permitted:
No
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