Louis Ristorante & Bar: Authentic Italian Cuisine in Saint Paul, MN

This restaurant holds a special place in my heart, as it's where my boyfriend and I went to on our first ever weekend getaway. Now celebrating three years, we returned and it was just as good as I remembered. The hostess was kind enough to offer us a table in their secondary dining room, which was much quieter and more private than the main area. It was also decorated beautifully for the holidays which added to the cozy atmosphere. Above all else, the highlight of the meal was the portion size. I ordered the chicken parmesan, which came with two large breasts and a generous side of pasta. For $30, I definitely felt I got my money's worth, as I had enough leftover for a second meal.

This beautiful restaurant is the perfect place for a romantic date or a special night out with family. It is small and cozy, but also offers a unique experience with its location above Cosetta's atop the building in historic downtown St. Paul. The patio area is beautifully decorated for the holiday season, which only adds to its charm. They do take reservations, which is a massive perk, especially when Cossetta's on the lower level becomes swamped with people after Wild games, concerts, and shows at the Xcel Center across the street. My family and I made a reservation for after a MN Wild Hockey game. The walk from the Xcel was one block and we simply took the elevator up to level 3 once inside Cossetta's. Louis Restaurant doesn't open until 4pm, but we made our reservation for that time...and glad we did! There were hundreds of people who flocked to Cossetta's (which is one of our favorite eateries), but we were with a family member who couldn't stand for long periods and we also wanted to celebrate her birthday! Louis is the perfect place to do it. The service was courteous and kind, the restaurant itself clean and cozy, and the food was absolutely Devine. The lasagna and spaghetti are always crowd/pleasers. I tried the butternut squash ravioli special and it was one of the most delicious meals I've ever had...absolutely delicious! All food was lightly seasoned and arrived hot. The real treasure are their desserts! There is a full patisserie shop on the lower level, but you may order sampler trays of their items through Louis' or specialty items from their kitchen...either way they will be absolutely delicious

After exploring the city on foot for hours, I needed a simple meal and glass of wine to regroup and rest. This was perfection. The greeting was warm and accommodating, even without a reservation, on an extremely busy evening. The pasta e fagioli, caprese salad, fresh bread, and glass of Chianti was exactly right..delicious, flavorful, all excellent quality. The service provided by Olive was outstanding in every way. A complete joy of a meal...seated in a peaceful corner at a window overlooking the gorgeous Cathedral of Saint Paul. Memorable.

I've been coming here with my family for years - one of my favorite spots in St. Paul. We sat on the roof for the first time last night and it was a perfect summer night. I got a special - the crab Louis salad - and it was the BEST salad I've ever had. Hands down. I hope they put it on the menu...I'd be a regular!! Calm and peaceful atmosphere and speedy service. You can't go wrong with Louis!

-Food: very good, especially enjoyed the crab cakes -Drinks: espresso martini was good, limoncello collins was not very balanced -Service: very good -Ambiance: lovely view and clean space

I read reviews of Louis Restaurante & Bar raving about their fun patio, and yet we stopped by in March. Not to worry, it was still excellent!! It has an almost speakeasy vibe with dark wood and a fantastic bar. We grabbed a quick house cocktail (perfect), house caesar (highly recommend), and house-made pasta (Rigatoni and Pappardelle). The food was excellent and the service was delightful. Our servers were bubbly and well-informed when it came to their menu. We were pleasantly surprised at the quality of all aspects of this restaurant. We will definitely be back!

We had a delightful experience at Louis. Our server Kaycee was one of the best servers we have had in a long time. She was attentive, pleasant & knowledgeable! Her input was appreciated as we decided what to order. Because parking was a long wait (wild game) I ordered the fruit & cheese plate so the rest of the family could eat something as soon as they made it to the table. It was a good size for a 4 person split. Our number one favorite item was the Figs, delicious!! Everyone enjoyed their entree. Chicken Florentine, Chicken Marsala, grilled salmon and a shrimp & pasta dish. Generous portions and great flavors. We decided to get dessert to go downstairs at the patisserie. If you are looking for a finer dining experience than the first floor of cossetta's climb to the top of the stairs it is worth it.

Great restaurant in the heart of St. Paul! We stopped here before an event and had great service and the food was delicious! I had the FILLETTO ALLA GRIGLIA and it was cooked to perfection! If your looking for a fancy dinner or a good date night meal, Louis is the place to go!