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The Best Steak House- White Bear Ave - Steakhouse in Saint Paul, Minnesota

The Best Steak House- White Bear Ave

4.5 (2334 reviews)

1676 White Bear Ave, St Paul, MN 55106

Steak house

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

4.5 out of 5
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1619
4
443
3
147
2
58
1
67
Based on 2334 reviews

S. Brooks

1 month ago

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

5 months ago

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

2 months ago

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

11 months ago

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

1 month ago

Food was good but personally the steak was a bit plain for me. Service & space was good though.

Erin McCabe

4 weeks ago

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

11 months ago

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

1 month ago

What it's name says The Best Steak House! Gotta have the experience

Location

Contact Information

Hours of Operation

Friday 11 AM–9 PM
Monday 11 AM–9 PM
Saturday 11 AM–9 PM
Sunday 11 AM–8 PM
Thursday 11 AM–9 PM
Tuesday 11 AM–9 PM
Wednesday 11 AM–9 PM

Price Range

$10–20