American · St. Paul - Cathedral Hill / Selby

Red Cow St. Paul

★ 4.6 · 4173 Google reviews · $$$

A sophisticated modern tavern celebrating finely crafted gourmet burgers, craft beers, and fine wines in the Cathedral Hill neighborhood. Known for award-winning burgers and an impressive selection of local and craft beverages.

The Room

What it's actually like

Red Cow is a beloved neighborhood bar with exceptional burgers and craft beer selection. The vibrant, lively atmosphere and outstanding service from dedicated staff create a welcoming environment for casual dining and celebrations. While some note the noise level and cramped seating, the consistently delicious food and generous portions make it a highly recommended destination that keeps customers coming back.

casual burger barvibrant neighborhood spotfestive atmospherefun and welcomingcraft beer focused
Diners keep mentioning
60/40 burgertruffle friesAhi Crispshomemade chips and French onion dipbreakfast burger with peanut butter and eggDouble Barrel burgerGouda Hash
Ambiance
lively-neighborhood
Noise level
loud
Dress code
casual
Outdoor seating
Yes
Good for
brunch, casual dining, celebration
Reservations
direct

Wait reality — No reservations accepted; expect waits during peak times (Friday evenings, weekends), particularly for dinner. Wait times are typically worth it according to regulars. Best to visit during off-peak hours or be prepared to wait 15-30 minutes.

Derived from 85 recent Google reviews — not marketing copy.

Hours

When to go

Menu

What's cooking

Bowls

Baja Bowlvegetarian$20
grilled chicken, brown rice, quinoa, sweet corn, black bean, avocado, radish, pickled onion, cotija, jalapeño, cilantro-lime crema
Mediterranean Bowl$21
steak, farro, feta, chickpea, cucumber, tomato, onion, olives, tzatziki, mint, dill
Tuna Poke Bowl$21
sushi rice, edamame, cucumber, radish, carrot, onion, cabbage, avocado, pickled ginger, sesame, dragon sauce, nori

Brunch

American Breakfast$16.25
two eggs, gouda hash, toast, choice of meat
Avocado Toastvegetarian$16.75
soft scrambled eggs, green goddess, pistachios, sourdough
Belgian Wafflevegetarian$12
strawberries, whipped cream
Breakfast Burger$19.50
double smash, peanut butter, bacon, over-easy egg, cheddar, sourdough, gouda hash
Breakfast Burrito$16.25
carnitas, scrambled eggs, tots, pepperjack, avocado, jalapeño, sour cream, salsa verde, cilantro
Breakfast Fried Rice$14.50
bacon, kimchi, sesame, ginger, sunny side up egg
Chicken & Waffles$17.25
hand breaded tenders, bee pollen, honey butter, thyme
Crème Brûlée French Toastvegetarian$13
berries, custard, caramelized sugar
Egg Sandwichvegetarian$14.25
sausage, avocado, scrambled eggs, cheese
Eggs Benedictvegetarian$16
english muffin, ham, poached eggs, hollandaise, smoked paprika, brunch greens
Huevos Rancherosvegetarian$15
sunny side eggs, black beans, white cheddar, cotija, pickled onion, avocado, corn, tomato, crema, salsa verde, cilantro
Montreal Flapjacksvegetarian$13
maple syrup, cream, salted butter
Omelettevegetarian$15
ham, gruyere, brunch greens
Overnight Oatsvegetarianvegan$10
honey, oat milk, banana, berries
Steak & Eggs$21
two eggs, bearnaise, gouda hash, toast

Brunch Cocktails

B & B$12
bourbon, cold brew, maple
Bloody Derby$12.50
bourbon, lemon, house mix, meat & cheese skewer, paprika salt rim
Bloody Mary$12
vodka, house mix, meat & cheese skewer, paprika salt rim
Breakfast Old Fashioned$15
bourbon, coffee infused bitters, maple, waffle stick
Brunch Flight$15
5 oz. each house nitro cold brew, mimosa, bloody mary, odell lagerado
Cold Brew & Tonic$10
gin, tonic, house nitro cold brew, bitters

Burgers

60/40$15.75
60% beef & 40% ground bacon patty, cheddar, candied bacon, beer mustard
Blues 2.0$17.25
blue cheese, bacon, shallot jam, arugula, garlic mayo, french roll
Double Barrel$16.50
white american, grilled onion & special sauce
Le Shroomvegetarian$18.50
roasted mushroom, gruyere, bordelaise, truffle aioli, baguette
Patty Melt$16.50
american, cheddar, caramelized onion, garlic mayo, sourdough
So Calvegan$17.25
impossible patty, avocado, lettuce, tomato, onion, vegan garlic mayo, multi-grain bun
Turkey$15.75
turkey & avocado patty, cilantro-lime aioli, sliced radish, arugula & crushed pistachios
Ultimate$14.50
cheddar & red cow sauce, LTO available upon request
Veggievegetarian$14.25
double bean & cashew patty, pepperjack, smoked pepper aioli

Coffee & Fresh Juices

Americanovegetarianvegangluten free$7
Blueberry Lemon Juicevegetarianvegangluten free$6.50
Coffeevegetarianvegangluten free$5.50
Espressovegetarianvegangluten free$5.25
Grapefruit Juicevegetarianvegangluten free$6.50
Green Juicevegetarianvegangluten free$6.50
Hot Teavegetarianvegangluten free$5
House Nitro Cold Brewvegetarianvegangluten free$7
Latte (hot or iced)vegetarian$7
Orange Juicevegetarianvegangluten free$6.50
Red Cow Ginger Beervegetarianvegangluten free$6

Desserts

Chocolate Tortevegetariangluten free$12
walnut, caramel, vanilla ice cream, gluten-free
Crème Brûléevegetariangluten free$10
fresh berries, gluten-free

Happy Hour Starters

Ahi Crisps$15.25
seared tuna, avocado, ponzu, sliced radish, smoked pepper aioli on lavash crackers
Buffalo Cauliflowervegetariangluten free$11
gluten-free breading, buffalo sauce, blue cheese
Garlic-Butter Brusselsvegetarian$7
Hummusvegetarianvegan$7
Scotch Eggs$7
Wings$17.50
on-the-bone or gluten-free boneless; sauces: buffalo, bbq, japanese sticky, dry rub
Wisconsin Cheese Curdsvegetarian$13.50
beer-battered, triple berry ketchup

Kids Menu

Cheeseburger$11
served with grapes & french fries
Cheese Quesadillavegetarian$9
served with rice and avocado
Chicken Tenders$12
served with grapes & french fries
Grilled Cheesevegetarian$9
served with grapes & french fries
Mac N Cheesevegetarian$10
served with grapes & french fries
PB & Jvegetarianvegan$9
served with grapes & french fries

Milkshakes

Birthday Cake Shakevegetarian$8
Brownie Batter & Caramel Shakevegetarian$8
Caramel Shakevegetarian$8
Chocolate Shakevegetarian$8
Strawberry Shakevegetarian$8
Vanilla Shakevegetarian$8

Plates

Shrimp Linguine$21
basil, jalapeño, butter, garlic, lime
Spare Ribs$27
chipotle black beans, coleslaw, bbq sauce
Steak Frites$34
sirloin, bordelaise, french fries, bearnaise
Tacos$19.50
grilled chicken or shrimp, refried black beans, cabbage, avocado, salsa verde, cotija, crema, corn tortilla

Salads & Soups

Beet Saladvegetarian$11
chèvre, mixed greens, candied walnut, champagne vinaigrette
Chicken Miso Soup$7
cup or bowl
Cobb Salad$20.50
bibb lettuce, grilled chicken, bacon, hard boiled egg, tomato, avocado, pickled onion, blue cheese, dill, everything seasoning, blue cheese vinaigrette
French Onion Soupvegetarian$9.50
House Saladvegetarian$11
local Revol greens, crispy bacon, manchego, marcona almonds, sherry vinaigrette
Thai Shrimp Salad$18.50
cucumber, carrot, cabbage, bell pepper, peanut, thai basil, mint
Tomato Basil Soupvegetarian$7
cup or bowl
Wedge Saladvegetarian$10
little gem lettuce, bacon, heirloom tomato, blue cheese, shallot

Sandwiches

Buffalo Chicken Wrap$15.25
fried chicken, blue cheese, buffalo sauce, celery, dill
Chicken Club Sandwich$16.25
grilled chicken, bacon, manchego, lettuce, tomato, avocado, mayo
Cubano Sandwich$17
carnitas, ham, gruyere, dill pickle, mojo mustard, mayo
Fried Chicken Sandwich$16.50
tennessee hot, coleslaw, kewpie mayo (available MN nice)
Grilled Cheese Sandwichvegetarian$16
cheddar, gruyere, smoked gouda, BBQ chips, sourdough, tomato soup
Tuna Melt$15.25
gouda, cheddar, shoestring potatoes, sourdough

Shareables

Ahi Crisps$15.25
seared tuna, avocado, ponzu, sliced radish, smoked pepper aioli on lavash crackers
Burratavegetarian$15.25
tomato, basil, grilled sourdough
Chicken Tenders$12
hand breaded, red cow sauce, available tennessee hot
Chips & Onion Dipvegetarian$11.50
classic french onion dip & house-made chips
Guacamolevegetarianvegan$11
radish, tomato, jalapeño, tostadas
Lettuce Wraps$18
chicken skewers, red curry, peanut, bibb lettuce, cucumber, radish
Onion Ringsvegetarian$13.50
seasoned sour cream
Wings$17.50
on-the-bone or gluten-free boneless, buffalo, bbq, japanese sticky, or dry rub
Wisconsin Cheese Curdsvegetarian$13.50
beer-battered, triple berry ketchup

Sides

Asparagusvegetariangluten free$9
gribiche, herbs
Buffalo Cauliflowervegetariangluten free$11
gluten-free breading, buffalo sauce, blue cheese
Chipotle Beansvegetarian$7
black beans, bacon, cotija
Classic Friesvegetarianvegan$9
house ketchup, garlic aioli
Creamed Cornvegetarian$7
Gouda Hashvegetarian$6
Macaroni & Cheesevegetarian$9
Sweet Potato Friesvegetarianvegan$11
smoked pepper aioli
Tater Totsvegetarianvegan$11
house ketchup
Truffle Friesvegetarian$11
garlic aioli
Details

Find it

Address
393 Selby Avenue, St. Paul, MN 55102, Saint Paul, MN
Phone
(651) 789-0545
Restaurant group
Red Cow + Red Rabbit