128 Cafe
St Paul, MN 55104
Phone: (651) 645-4128
- Hours:
- Mon-Thu 5pm-9pm, Fri-Sat 5pm-10pm, Sun 10am-2pm, 5pm-9pm
Editorial Review for 128 Cafe – by Annamarie Cumpston
In Short
This darling place is tucked into the ground floor of an apartment building. Two small rooms, aglow with candles reflecting on white-linen tablecloths, are usually packed with sophisticated patrons on dates. The chefs start with basics, like organic meats and fresh seafood, adding elegant simplicity to enhance each dish. The result is exciting New American fare that changes every few weeks. A perennial favorite is tiger shrimp in a piquant sauce while roasted chicken breast is cooked with tart capers, lemon and white wine.
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Insider Tips
ParkingBe sure to valet because the area is mostly permit parking only.
Know Before You GoGift certificates are available in any denomination via phone or at the restaurant. Call (651) 645-4128 for details .
User Reviews for 128 Cafe
05/19/2008 Posted by Foodie315
I went to the 128 for a birthday celebration about a month ago. The food and atmosphere was fantastic. The interior is cozy, quaint, and comfortable. The rissotto was delicious, as was the goat cheese and chutney platter with baked garlic clove--never had anything like that, excellent pairings and wonderful flavor. The hostess and server were younger, presumably college goers at UST--they could have been a bit more on top of things as we were left for extended periods of time. but the apps, wine, and their ribs more than made up for it.
Pros: The food and their wonderful flavor combinations--truly a place for those who have a more refined palate.
Cons: Pricey, difficult to park with all the permit-only restrictions.
01/14/2008 Posted by earl2
I had been meaning to get to 128 Cafe for years and finally made it. It really was not as good as I had anticipated. The food and service were okay...but my fish way too under-cooked, and when I asked them to take it back, they first said that it's supposed to be that way - and when I asked them to do it anyway, they barely cooked it much more. I also placed a take-out order, and realized after I left the restaurant that it was a fraction of the portion that my friend was served for her meal. The portion looked more like someones leftovers, but still cost $18. Although small, it was tasty. Won't return anytime soon.
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