
The Best Steak House- White Bear Ave
1676 White Bear Ave, St Paul, MN 55106
About The Best Steak House- White Bear Ave - steak house in Saint Paul, Minnesota
Family-owned institution featuring traditional steak meals in a relaxed, old-fashioned dining room.
Customer Review Summary
The restaurant experienced mixed reviews following its reopening. Some customers reported disappointment with the quality of the food, citing issues with specific items like the chicken tenders and T-bone steak, which were criticized for being poorly cooked and not meeting expectations. However, others expressed satisfaction with their meal, highlighting good service and positive experiences, particularly with the NY Strip and salad bar. The atmosphere received praise, and many expressed their eagerness to support the establishment after its closure. Overall, feedback indicates a split; while some diners were unhappy, others enjoyed their meals and appreciated the reopening.
Key Features
Service options
- Delivery
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Coffee
- Comfort food
- Quick bite
Dining options
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Counter service
- Dessert
- Seating
Amenities
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
Crowd
- Groups
- Tourists
Payments
- Credit cards
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
Customer Reviews
Rating Distribution
S. Brooks
Unfortunately I know this place has always been a staple of the area .. however I have not been here for 6 years and tried it again for the first time and I have to report the food was terrible we got the adult chicken tenders which were so tiny and shriveled up and the baked potato was decent but we also got Philly cheese steak sandwiches had the wrong cheese on them , I suspect lamb meat was used and the buns were rock hard ... Over all the only thing that ended up being good was the fountain pop :( things took a turn for the worse once the new owners took over I guess ..won't be returning unfortunately.
Kari Ruchie
SO glad they are back open!! Same flow as before but they added numbers for your order after you make your salad & sit down. Same crew as before, mostly. Good is about the same. I had the lunch Steak Burger for $9.99. Go and show them support after being closed for 20months. Great people!!
Donald Larson
I was there last Thursday. I had The T-bone steak I was very excited to go there since they reopened. I have to say it was a lot better before the fire. My experience was very, very poor. My steak was nothing but gristle. It was the worst T-bone steak I’ve ever had in my entire life so I probably will not be going back there ever again. I was very disappointed for the price of $30.
Boss Lady
This was my first time here, and I was pleasantly surprised!! I assumed it was just "fast food", but not even. We got there a little after 5 pm, and it filled up quickly behind us. I ordered a NY Strip and they grilled it perfectly. I have no clue how that young man can keep track of all the different orders he's cooking at once, but he was impressive! Food was excellent and the atmosphere was fun. I'll definitely be back!
Chloe L
Food was good but personally the steak was a bit plain for me. Service & space was good though.
Erin McCabe
So many memories here, the updates look great! I always forget the process here, but the food is fantastic and fast! Staff is friendly! Hope to be back sooner than later!
Nicole Meyer
Glad they reopened! Large portions. Tasty food. First time experience for my son; he was impressed. Steak and shrimp & baked potato were all hot and delicious. Salad bar was easy to make as moved thru line. (Didn’t feel rushed).
Eugene Eagle
What it's name says The Best Steak House! Gotta have the experience
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