Italian · St. Paul - Cathedral Hill / Selby

La Grolla

★ 4.4 · 1547 Google reviews · $$$

Upscale neighborhood Italian since 2003. One of St. Paul's most beautiful garden patios. Full bar, chef's table, private dining room. Lunch and dinner service.

The Room

What it's actually like

La Grolla is widely praised for its authentic Italian cuisine, beautiful romantic atmosphere (especially the patio), and reasonable prices. However, the restaurant struggles with overbooking, long waits despite reservations, inconsistent service quality, and occasional food quality fluctuations. Most 5-star reviews emphasize excellent food and atmosphere, while 1-3 star reviews focus on poor seating management, reservation handling issues, and inconsistent execution.

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Diners keep mentioning
penne alla vodkatortellinibruschettatiramisumussels over linguinisnow crab raviolicalamarifresh handmade pasta
Ambiance
upscale-casual
Noise level
lively
Dress code
smart casual
Outdoor seating
Yes
Good for
date night, celebration, family dinner
Reservations
OpenTable

Wait reality — Reservations are strongly recommended as the restaurant is frequently busy and often fully booked. Reviewers consistently report 30-45 minute waits despite having reservations, particularly during evenings and weekends. Best to arrive early (before 8 PM) or call ahead for availability.

Derived from 76 recent Google reviews — not marketing copy.

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(651) 221-1061