What it's actually like
Russell's receives overwhelming praise as a successful replacement for the beloved Tavern on Grand, praised for its thoughtfully designed 1920s-inspired atmosphere, excellent cocktails, and standout comfort food elevated with quality ingredients. While most reviewers celebrate the experience, a notable minority express concerns about portion sizes relative to pricing, noise levels during peak hours, and limited dietary accommodations; however, service quality and food execution remain primary strengths that generate strong loyalty and repeat visits.
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Diners keep mentioning
dry rub chicken wingsCrocus Hill burgerwalleye (fresh fish fry)cacio e pepe friesonion ringsSwedish meatballscoffee-rubbed steakRosemary Paloma cocktail
Ambiance
upscale-casual
Noise level
lively
Dress code
smart casual
Outdoor seating
Yes
Good for
date night, celebration, business dinner
Reservations
direct
Wait reality — Popular Friday and Saturday nights with crowds; reservations recommended for weekend dining. Walk-ins may wait during peak hours but owner actively accommodates guests. Tuesday nights less crowded.
Derived from 84 recent Google reviews — not marketing copy.
What's cooking
Beer - Bottles, Cans and Seltzers
Bud Lightvegan
12oz Bottle
Budweiservegan
12oz Bottle
Coors Lightvegan
12oz Bottle
Furiousvegan
16oz Can
High Noon Peachvegan
12oz Can
High Noon Pineapplevegan
12oz Can
Mich Golden Lightvegan
12oz Bottle
Modellovegan
12oz Bottle
Modist Dreamyardvegan
16oz Can
Stella Artoisvegan
12oz Bottle
Urban Growler DeLovely Portervegan
16oz Can
Wild State Classic Dry Cidervegan
12oz Can
Beer - Draft
Castle Danger Aurora Haze IPAvegan
ABV 6.7%
Coors Lightvegan
ABV 4.2%
Guinness Irish Stout
ABV 4.2%
Russell's Golden Ale by Pryesvegan
ABV 5%
Summit Pale Alevegan
ABV 5.2%
Cocktails
Bourbon Basil Sidecar
Basil Hayden, Hennessy, Orange Liqueur, Basil and Fresh Lemon
Cranberry 75
Prairie Organic Gin, Cranberry Simple, Fresh Lemon Juice, topped with Prosecco
Espresso Martini
Prairie Organic Vodka, Du Nord Café Freda, Cream with Espresso from Up Coffee Roasters
R Old Fashioned
Bardstown Bourbon by Willet, Walnut Bitters and Dark Simple
Rosemary Paloma
Campo Bravo Reposado Tequila, Rosemary Simple and Grapefruit Juice, 1/2 Salt Rim
The Catherine - A Manhattan
Kentucky Vintage Bourbon, Cherry Juice, Sweet Vermouth
Vesper
Prairie Organic Gin & Tightline Organic Vodka, Lillet Blanc
Entrees
California Burger$23
Short Rib and Brisket Smashburger, Monterey Jack, Tomato, Arugula, Onion, Avocado Mousse, Brioche Bun
Crocus Hill Burger$23
Short Rib and Brisket Smashburger, White Cheddar Cheese, Bacon Jam, Roasted Garlic Aioli, Brioche Bun
Knife and Fork BBQ Ribs$34
Tender Half Rack Smoked Pork Ribs, Apple Slaw, served with St Louis BBQ Sauce
O'Connell's Smoked Prime Rib$52
12 oz Queen Cut Smoked Beef Prime Rib, Au Jus, Horseradish. Fridays and Saturdays only.
Omelet Pomodoracciovegetarian$19
Fine Imported Italian Tomatoes, Whipped Goat Cheese, Simple Salad, Herb Balsamic Vinaigrette
Pan Roasted Chicken$29
Tender Chicken Breast, Roasted Root Vegetables, Apple Cider Jus
Pan Roasted Sablefish Fillet$31
Mango Beurre Blanc, Spaetzle, Mint Gremolata
Russell's Steak Sandwich$29
Iron Seared Smoked Ribeye, Horseradish Cream, Roasted Red Peppers, Red Onion, Arugula
Skuna Bay Salmon$33
German Potato Salad, Bacon Vinaigrette, Dill
The Classic Steak$52
Coffee Rubbed 12oz NY Strip, Pan Roasted Potatoes, Red Wine Jus
The Wieners Circle$17
Our Kosher Char Dog served with French Fries, Coleslaw, and a Deviled Egg
Wade's Steak Chili$22
A Hearty Bowl! Slow Braised Ribeye, Cheddar, Sour Cream, Green Onions Cilantro, Cornbread
Walleye Ritzy$33
Ritz Cracker Crusted Walleye, Mustard Cream Sauce, Citrus Salad
Non-Alcoholic Beer
Athletic Upside Dawnvegan
Golden Ale N/A 12oz Can
Athletic Wildstate IPAvegan
N/A 12oz Can
Cock N Bull Ginger Beervegan
N/A 12oz Can
Non-Alcoholic Cocktails
Bitter Sweet Symphonyvegan
Lapo's N/A Aperitivo, Cranberry Simple topped with Oddbird Sparkling Rose
Fauxgronivegan
Lapo's N/A Aperitivo, Ghia N/A Aperitif, Ish N/A London Botanical Spirit
No Regretsvegan
Abstinence Cape Citrus N/A Spirit, Adobo Blackberry Puree, Fresh Lime
Rise and Shine
Espresso, Maple, Cream with Orange Zest
Rosemary Faux-Lomavegan
Abstinence Cape Citrus N/A Spirit, Grapefruit Juice, Rosemary Simple, Fresh Lime, 1/2 Salt Rim
Non-Alcoholic Wine
Oddbird Blanc de Blanc Sparklingvegan
Sparkling
Oddbird Saint-Chinian GSM Redvegan
Red
Oddbird Sparkling Rosevegan
Sparkling Rose
Salads and Such
Butter Wedge$21
Butter Lettuce, Blue Cheese Dressing, Bacon Marinated Tomatoes, Fried Shallot, Crispy Prosciutto
Harvest Butternut Squash Bisquevegetarian$12
Maple Crema, Sunflower Seeds, Sumac, Grilled Baguette
Roasted Beet Saladvegetarian$22
Arugula, Sherry Orange Citronette, Whipped Goat Cheese, Toasted Walnuts, Dill
Seasonal Cobb Saladvegetarian$22
Little Gem Lettuce, Tomato Egg, Pickled Onion, Sweet Potato, Sunflower Seeds, Champagne Vinaigrette
Summit Hill Caesar Salad$21
Little Gem Lettuce, Toum Sauce, Lemon Anchovy Relish, Parmesan Cheese, Crispy Baguette
Small Plates
Cacio E Pepe French Friesvegetarian$13
Crispy Shoestring Fries, Garlic Rosemary Oil, Pecorino Romano, Black Pepper
Chairman of The Board$32
Greek Olives, Salami, Prosciutto, Marinated Vegetables, Mostarda, Burrata
Cucumber Tuna Tartare$22
Avocado Mousse, Marinated Cucumber, Togarashi Oil, Chives, Tortilla Strips
Deviled Eggsvegetarian$12
Soft Boiled Eggs filled with Cream Cheese and Ranch Whipped Yolks
Empire Steak Carpaccio$19
Shaved New York, Agrumato, Preserved Tomatoes, Arugula, Baguette Crisps
Onion Ringsvegetarian$16
Colossal Onion Rings, Ranch Dusting, Comeback Sauce
R Chicken Wings$19
Dry Rub, Vegetable Crudite, Blue Cheese Dressing
Spinach & Artichoke Dipvegetarian$18
Mozzarella, Lemon Zest, Tortilla Chips
Swedish Meatballs$18
Chicken Sausage, Cremini Mushrooms, Brown Gravy, Dill, Grilled Baguette
Walleye Nachos$19
Sharp Cheddar Cheese, Smoked Tomato Salsa, Roasted Jalapenos, Red Onion, Avocado Mousse
This and That
Bread & Buttervegetarian$13
Toasted Baguette, Artisanal Compound Butters and Spreads
Cute Little Saladvegetarian$9
Mixed Greens, Fresh Vegetables, Herb Balsamic Vinaigrette
Golden Buttermilk Cornbreadvegetarian$13
Whipped Honey Butter
Roasted Mushroomsvegetarian$12
Cremini Mushrooms, Cognac
Roasted Potatoesvegetarian$12
Fingerling Potatoes, Roasted Garlic Aioli
Russell's Sprouts$12
Homemade Bacon Jam, Honey Balsamic Glaze, Sesame, Green Onions
Steamed Broccolivegetarian$12
Parmesan Sprinkles
Wine - Red
Aperture Cellarsvegan
Cabernet, California
Domaine Des Nuguesvegan
Beaujolais, France
Elouanvegan
Pinot Noir, Oregon
Flowersvegan
Pinot Noir, Sonoma
Franciscan Estatevegan
Cabernet, California
Joel Gott 815vegan
Cabernet, California
Justinvegan
Cabernet, Paso Robles
Markham 6 Stackvegan
Merlot, Napa Valley
Paul Hobbsvegan
Cabernet, Napa Valley
Vitiano Falescovegan
Rosso, Italy
Wine - Sparkling
Chandonvegan
Sparkling Rose, California
Schramsbergvegan
Brut Rose, California
Veuve Clicquot Yellow Labelvegan
Brut, France
Zoninvegan
Prosecco, Italy
Wine - White
Craggy Rangevegan
Sauvignon Blanc, New Zealand
Frank Familyvegan
Chardonnay, Napa Valley
Grgich Hillsvegan
Sauvignon Blanc, Napa Valley
Honoro Veravegan
White Blend, Spain
Maso Canalivegan
Pinot Grigio, Italy
Quiltvegan
Chardonnay, Napa Valley
Rhombauervegan
Chardonnay, Napa Valley
Find it
Address
656 Grand Avenue, Saint Paul, MN 55105, Saint Paul, MN
Phone
(651) 313-5839