Heartland Contemporary Midwestern Restaurant
(651) 699-3536
1806 St Clair Ave
(at Fairview Avenue S)
St Paul,
MN
55105
44.9342
-93.1768
Neighborhood: Macalester - Groveland
Hours:
Tue-Sun 5:30pm-9:30pm
Price:
$$$$
Last updated 6.24.09
What People Are Saying About Heartland Contemporary Midwestern Restaurant
The Owner
Heartland Contemporary Midwestern Restaurant
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The menu changes daily featuring North American Midwest regional cuisine that employs indigenous and cultivated ingredients from the American and Canadian Midwest to create two fixed price tasting menus along with a wide variety of a la carte selections every evening. Meats, fishes and vegetables are prepared, cured or preserved on-site, and all of our pastries and breads are created daily in the restaurant's pastry kitchen Large parties are welcome, and private events may choose to reserve the dining room for the entire evening for a required minimum charge. Special menus can be designed to suit specific requirements. Heartland also accepts reservations for large parties not requiring a private room with little or no restrictions.
The kitchen sources all of its ingredients from small family farmers and artisan producers who practice sustainable agricultural methods.
The Editor
Contributor
Citysearch
In Short
The roomy space is sophisticated, with an Arts and Crafts motif creating understated grace. Music is mellow and acoustics are light. Aromas from the kitchen are intoxicating, and the place buzzes with groups of friends and couples on dates. Entrees might include pan-roasted morsels of rabbit loin in a mild pheasant broth, or wild boar tenderloin, sweet with homemade rich plum ketchup. Desserts include sugar pumpkin pillows with caramel syrup and chocolate-chestnut truffles.
User Reviews
lke326
June 10, 2009
Really craving a glass of crisp white wine last night, the hubby and I headed out to try a new wine bar (new for us anyway). We ended up at Heartland Wine Bar in St. Paul which offered us quite an experience. Located off St. Claire in St. Paul, it’s a cute, little place, tucked in next to the neighborhood dry cleaner, giving it a nice, neighborhoody feel. There was a small lot adjacent to the restaurant itself and plenty of parking on the street as well. The restaurant and wine bar themselves do not open until 5:30, so don’t ask for the happy hour menu, there isn’t one. We were the only patrons in the place at 5:30 and the next guests didn’t show for another hour. The “wine bar” area itself is long with 10 or so spots with a handful of tables in the back. Very quaint atmosphere, quiet, with low lighting, although I would have liked a couple of windows or at least better decorating as I felt wedged into their back hallway. I guess they certainly make due with the space they have. The wine list was impressive with a lot of unique choices. Although I love when wine bars offer flights, as it’s a great way to sample a nice variety, and Heartland doesn’t offer any. We settled for four full glasses of wine and eventually ordered a bottle of Albarino from Spain. This was the recommendation of our server/bartender and the pick was spot on, we really did enjoy it! We also ordered the cheese sampler, which again was an excellent pick, with three cheeses from Minnesota and Wisconsin. It was a wine and cheese night, so I can’t speak to their full menu, but overall we really enjoyed ourselves. I would certainly recommend this spot, but for $8/glass for their cheapest glasses and no happy hour specials, the bill adds up quickly.
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maryjoy66
January 13, 2009
This was my first visit to heartland after hearing years of hype. We were disappointed to find when we arrived that the dining room was closed and only the wine bar was open, this is apparently the case on Monday nights. I didn?t even know there was a wine bar and was surprised to find this hidden gem. The atmosphere was cozy, nice lighting and music, but small. The menu seemed a little over the top and we were unfamiliar with many of the wines on the menu. Our server was very knowledgeable and was patient with my boyfriend and I and our many questions regarding the food and wine. We ended up sharing a few things and everything was seriously delicious and beautifully presented. Keep in mind that the portions in the bar are smaller plates, our server told us this and we ended up getting just the right amount of food and with great suggested wine parings?our bill was still less than $80 for the two of us. We were so happy to find this place and now knowing that the menu changes and is updated on their website daily, we will definitely be back!
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mryuck
December 14, 2008
I went here a second time because the first time I felt like I must have missed some exciting dish that makes everyone go bananas for this place. Nope, second time was the same let down food and lame atmosphere.
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Know Before You Go:
While the Wine Bar is open nightly 5:30pm-9:30pm, the dining room is open six times a week, Tuesday through Sunday 5:30pm-9:30pm.
Where to Sit:
Ask for the table set in a semi-private alcove for cozier conversations.
What to Drink:
An extensive wine list includes many French varietals that work well with the cuisine. Several bottles are $30 or less; half-bottles are available. Few are offered by the glass.
Category:
Payment Methods:
Restaurant Special Features:
Local Favorite, Romantic Dining, Quiet, Special Occasion Dining, Fine Dining, People Watching, Business Dining, Date Spot, Group Dining, Bar Scene, Notable Wine List, Prix Fixe Menu
Cuisine:
Smoking Permitted:
No
Message from Heartland Contemporary Midwestern Restaurant
- Menu changes daily
- Wine Bar menu
- Award-winning wine list
The menu changes daily featuring North American Midwest regional cuisine that employs indigenous and cultivated ingredients from the American and Canadian Midwest to create two fixed price tasting menus along with a wide variety of a la carte selections every evening. Meats, fishes and vegetables are prepared, cured or preserved on-site, and all of our pastries and breads are created daily in the restaurant's pastry kitchen Large parties are welcome, and private events may choose to reserve the dining room for the entire evening for a required minimum charge. Special menus can be designed to suit specific requirements. Heartland also accepts reservations for large parties not requiring a private room with little or no restrictions.
The kitchen sources all of its ingredients from small family farmers and artisan producers who practice sustainable agricultural methods.
