(651) 221-1061
452 Selby Ave
St Paul,
MN
55102
44.9465
-93.1192
Neighborhood: Summit - University
What People Are Saying About La Grolla
The Editor
Contributor
Citysearch
In Short – Walk into La Grolla, and you'll feel as though you've stumbled upon a family-owned restaurant in the Tuscan hills. The distressed yellow stucco walls and generous portions invite a welcoming feel and the long marble bar invites lingering over a glass of wine. Those in shorts and T-shirts dine alongside the Prada set. The kitchen turns out adventurous dishes and Italian comfort food like fork-tender gnocchi and rigatoni in a hearty tomato sauce.
06/10/09
La Grolla is the BEST!!
by CSMobileUser
I just found La Grolla through a friend. I was amazing. I will be going back as much as possible.
We did not have a reservation and it was a very busy night. Sarah the Manager was awesome and found is a spot at the bar while we waited for a table. While waiting the kitche sent out some sample apps, they were great. Once seated our food was great and our server Will was spectacular. Can't wait to go back for my birthday celebration.
06/10/09
La Grolla changed my life.
by scratchnsniff
I went to La Grolla last weekend for dinner, and was absolutely blown away. From the minute that we arrived to the second we left, we were treated like royalty. I encourage any and all people to check out this gem of Cathedral Hill...
We had reservations at 8:00p on a Saturday night, prime time in the restaurant world. We arrived just after 8:00, but were still greeted with a smile, and the courteous hostess seated us promptly. The aromas that flowed from the kitchen were extremely inviting, followed by hip music gently flowing in tandem.
Our waiter, Will aka MC Hammer was extremely knowledgeable of the wine list, menu, preparation of the food and overall information. The food was prepared with extreme dedication and presented with indelible detail and heavenly grace. We started with a fantastic duo of grilled asparagus and firm polenta, accented with a very delicate Gorgonzola cream sauce. The halibut was absolutely incredible, sitting atop a melange of crushed tomatoes, kalamata olives and capers, paired with perfectly roasted vegetables and scalloped potatoes. The ribeye was one of the tenderest steaks that I have ever tasted, seemingly marbled by the hand of God. Desert was phenomenal, and the coffee was outstanding!
From the moment we arrived to the second that we left, we were consistently wowed by the service, food, price, and everything that makes this the best restaurant in the Twin Cities!
- Pros: Excellent service, fantastic food, great vibes..
- Cons: Not a one!
06/04/09
Fantastic restaurant
by johnsonjack
From the minute we set foot in this establishment our experience with this woman was heinous. Other prospective patrons waiting for their tables also found her to be a conversation piece of ignorance. Her rude, loud, distaste for customer service was absolutely astounding. La Grolla is such a great addition to St.Paul that there is no need to have such an unpleasant person representing such a fantastic establishment. If La Grolla doesn't care about how it treats it's customers ,we just won't be back!
On the other hand the food was wonderful and the service great as always.
- Pros: Great food and great service
- Cons: Manager Sarah Maher
The Details on La Grolla
Know Before You Go:
Try the specials. Owner-Chef Antonio Tettamanzi is known for whipping up interesting dishes with whatever he has on hand.
What to Drink:
Try the restaurant's namesake drink. La Grolla is a "friendship cup," a communal sipping cup that contains coffee and grappa, a traditional Italian liqueur. It's designed to be passed among friends.
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