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Where to Order Takeout Along Selby Avenue in St. Paul's Cathedral Hill Neighborhood

Fried chicken, southern comforts, great coffee, and more

by Joy Summers Updated
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Revival’s famous burger is about halfway down this popular stretch
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by Joy Summers Updated

Cathedral Hill has long been known for its stunning architecture and small town feel at the edge of bustling downtown St. Paul. The quiet streets, some still cobblestone, are dotted with gorgeous old homes that have looked much the same since the city's early days. The area mixes new restaurants in with historic eateries. Get to know this unique, walkable pocket of the Twin Cities.

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Wee Claddagh

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This little sister coffee shop to West 7th's larger Claddagh Coffee shop serves Dogwood and Bootstrap coffee and a few in-house baked goods. Grab a Nutty Mick with espresso, frothy milk and hazelnut ganache. Order ahead online, or with a mask at the window.

612 Selby Ave, Saint Paul, MN 55102
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Mango Thai

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Alluring aromas of fresh herbs and savory sauces float out of this small restaurant just off the Selby and Dale intersection. Open for takeout only.

610 Selby Ave, St Paul, MN 55102
(651) 291-1414
(651) 291-1414

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Revival

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What began as a fried chicken obsession in Minneapolis has become a full blown phenomenon in St. Paul. This location was the first to add the now-famous barbecue for take out or delivery.

525 Selby Ave, Saint Paul, MN 55102
Two towering plates of fried chicken, one bright orange with Tennessee Hot seasoning
Fantastic fried chicken available to go or for local delivery
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The French Hen Cafe

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This intimate little cafe shines at breakfast time with specials like a banh mi eggs Benedict. The biscuits and gravy are the best on the hill. This fall, the restaurant adds Moon Flower Pizza in the alley, in the evenings. Order breakfast 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Thursday through Sunday.

518 Selby Ave, Saint Paul, MN 55102
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The Gnome Craft Pub

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The Gnome has just reopened under the leadership of Brian and Sarah Ingram and culinary director Justin Sutherland. The hearty pub fare is ideal for cool nights, like the ginormous pot pie stuffed with tender meats, poutine covered with oozy raclette cheese, or beer broth steamed mussels.

498 Selby Ave, St Paul, MN 55102
(651) 219-4233
(651) 219-4233
The Gnome Pub sign
The Gnome is back and better than ever
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La Grolla

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This Italian eatery feels distinctly European with a menu filled with pasta and a lovely wine list available for take out by the bottle.

452 Selby Ave, Saint Paul, MN 55102
(651) 221-1061
(651) 221-1061

Red Cow St. Paul

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This place is burger central and the beer list is fabulous. Burgers for everyone in the family, including a great kids menu. Order for pick up or delivery through BiteSquad.

393 Selby Ave, Saint Paul, MN 55102
(651) 789-0545
(651) 789-0545
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Handsome Hog

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Justin Sutherland’s wildly popular restaurant has relocated to Cathedral Hill and fans are loving the giant patio. Order all the Southern favorites for take out, including a serious fried chicken sandwich dipped in Tennessee hot seasoning.

173 Western Ave N, St Paul, MN 55102
(651) 219-4013
(651) 219-4013

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Nina's Coffee Cafe

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A neighborhood institution popular with literary minds. Mulling the next great American novel requires a few cups of coffee and possibly a Bogart’s doughnut or a little soup and sandwich action. Just make sure you pronounce it correctly: locals say it like "NINE-ah." Who's this Neena?

165 Western Ave N, Saint Paul, MN 55102
(651) 292-9816
(651) 292-9816

WA Frost & Company

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The grand dame of the neighborhood still looks gorgeous after all these years. In a neighborhood filled with beautiful views, this restaurant still might be the prettiest one. Order favorites for take out, although the ever-popular patio is also open.

374 Selby Ave, Saint Paul, MN 55102
(651) 224-5715
(651) 224-5715

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Moscow on the Hill

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Hearty classic Russian fare have long been served at this classic eatery, including tender little dumplings, dill adorned potatoes, and slow-simmered meats.

371 Selby Ave, Saint Paul, MN 55102
(651) 291-1236
(651) 291-1236

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Wee Claddagh

612 Selby Ave, Saint Paul, MN 55102

This little sister coffee shop to West 7th's larger Claddagh Coffee shop serves Dogwood and Bootstrap coffee and a few in-house baked goods. Grab a Nutty Mick with espresso, frothy milk and hazelnut ganache. Order ahead online, or with a mask at the window.

612 Selby Ave, Saint Paul, MN 55102
Photo courtesy Facebook

Mango Thai

610 Selby Ave, St Paul, MN 55102

Alluring aromas of fresh herbs and savory sauces float out of this small restaurant just off the Selby and Dale intersection. Open for takeout only.

610 Selby Ave, St Paul, MN 55102
(651) 291-1414
(651) 291-1414

Revival

525 Selby Ave, Saint Paul, MN 55102

What began as a fried chicken obsession in Minneapolis has become a full blown phenomenon in St. Paul. This location was the first to add the now-famous barbecue for take out or delivery.

525 Selby Ave, Saint Paul, MN 55102
Two towering plates of fried chicken, one bright orange with Tennessee Hot seasoning
Fantastic fried chicken available to go or for local delivery
Joy Summers

The French Hen Cafe

518 Selby Ave, Saint Paul, MN 55102

This intimate little cafe shines at breakfast time with specials like a banh mi eggs Benedict. The biscuits and gravy are the best on the hill. This fall, the restaurant adds Moon Flower Pizza in the alley, in the evenings. Order breakfast 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Thursday through Sunday.

518 Selby Ave, Saint Paul, MN 55102
Joy Summers

The Gnome Craft Pub

498 Selby Ave, St Paul, MN 55102

The Gnome has just reopened under the leadership of Brian and Sarah Ingram and culinary director Justin Sutherland. The hearty pub fare is ideal for cool nights, like the ginormous pot pie stuffed with tender meats, poutine covered with oozy raclette cheese, or beer broth steamed mussels.

498 Selby Ave, St Paul, MN 55102
(651) 219-4233
(651) 219-4233
The Gnome Pub sign
The Gnome is back and better than ever
John Yuccas

La Grolla

452 Selby Ave, Saint Paul, MN 55102

This Italian eatery feels distinctly European with a menu filled with pasta and a lovely wine list available for take out by the bottle.

452 Selby Ave, Saint Paul, MN 55102
(651) 221-1061
(651) 221-1061

Red Cow St. Paul

393 Selby Ave, Saint Paul, MN 55102

This place is burger central and the beer list is fabulous. Burgers for everyone in the family, including a great kids menu. Order for pick up or delivery through BiteSquad.

393 Selby Ave, Saint Paul, MN 55102
(651) 789-0545
(651) 789-0545
Red Cow

Handsome Hog

173 Western Ave N, St Paul, MN 55102

Justin Sutherland’s wildly popular restaurant has relocated to Cathedral Hill and fans are loving the giant patio. Order all the Southern favorites for take out, including a serious fried chicken sandwich dipped in Tennessee hot seasoning.

173 Western Ave N, St Paul, MN 55102
(651) 219-4013
(651) 219-4013

Nina's Coffee Cafe

165 Western Ave N, Saint Paul, MN 55102

A neighborhood institution popular with literary minds. Mulling the next great American novel requires a few cups of coffee and possibly a Bogart’s doughnut or a little soup and sandwich action. Just make sure you pronounce it correctly: locals say it like "NINE-ah." Who's this Neena?

165 Western Ave N, Saint Paul, MN 55102
(651) 292-9816
(651) 292-9816

WA Frost & Company

374 Selby Ave, Saint Paul, MN 55102

The grand dame of the neighborhood still looks gorgeous after all these years. In a neighborhood filled with beautiful views, this restaurant still might be the prettiest one. Order favorites for take out, although the ever-popular patio is also open.

374 Selby Ave, Saint Paul, MN 55102
(651) 224-5715
(651) 224-5715

Moscow on the Hill

371 Selby Ave, Saint Paul, MN 55102

Hearty classic Russian fare have long been served at this classic eatery, including tender little dumplings, dill adorned potatoes, and slow-simmered meats.

371 Selby Ave, Saint Paul, MN 55102
(651) 291-1236
(651) 291-1236

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