CHS Field is the home of the Saint Paul Saints, a member of the Independent Professional Baseball, and has been since it opened in 2015. It has roughly 7,000 seats, and is a great place to see a baseball game while downing a hot dog and drinking a beverage of your choice. They also offer […]

The Lowertown Blues & Funk Festival happened for the first time in 2005 (originally called Famous Dave's BBQ & Blues Festival), organized by promoter Steven Heckler, in Minneapolis. Then, it wasn't able to be held for a few years starting with 2012 because of location issues, and it landed in Mears Park in Lowerton, St. […]

Barrio is a restaurant/tequila bar and one of five around the state. The decor is colorful, contemporary, and vibrant, and the atmosphere is festive and the staff members are friendly. The cuisine is Latin American that is authentic and made from scratch, and the drinks are stiff and most likely involve one of the 100 […]

The Bulldog Lowertown is one of three Bulldog bar/restaurants, and it was the second one to be opened (Uptown, Lowertown, Downtown). The decor is sporty and colorful, and the atmosphere is warm. The arcade machine and dart boards add to the charm. The service is friendly as well. The idea was to marry American classics […]

Dark Horse Bar & Eatery was opened in 2015 as a hybrid restaurant and bar by the same team that runs Muddy Water Bar & Eatery across the river. The decor is modern and industrial, and the atmosphere is relaxed. The service is friendly, and the drinks are flowing. The menu is American focused and […]

Lowertown Dog Park is completely fenced in and was renovated while the nearby CHS Field was being constructed. There is not much green for the dogs to roll around, but there are open spaces for them to run around in. There is a water fountain and free bags (for waste), and it's a community for […]

Mears Park is a tranquil and scenic park in contrast to the business and busyness surrounding it. It has a covered bandshell with electricity, so there are concerts and other events occurring throughout the year. There is a stream that runs diagonally through the park, which is soothing to watch and hear. It participates in […]

OCTO Fishbar was opened in the Market House building as the cornerstone of the new Market House Collaborative by Tim McKee in 2017. It's a seafood restaurant with woodsy contemporary decor and pleasant service. The atmosphere is relaxed and welcoming. The menu varies seasonal and spans seafood from all around the world, and the dishes […]

Saint Dinette was opened in 2015 by Tim Niver with the intent of serving homespun food that is simultaneously elevated and comforting. With the expert hand of Executive Chef Adam Eaton at the helm, the place has become an instant neighborhood favorite. The decor is contemporary chic, and the service is prompt and friendly. The […]

Handsome Hog was opened in 2016 by Carol March with the former chef of Meritage, Justin Sutherland, at the helm. It is centered on the pig, obviously, using every bit, and it has a Southern flair to the food. And, oh yeah, they have an affinity for bourbon and suggest that you do as well. […]

The Buttered Tin was opened in 2013 by Alicia Hinze and quickly became a neighborhood favorite. They serve both breakfast and lunch, and they are more famous for their breakfast. The atmosphere is warm, homey, and inviting, and they servers are friendly. The breakfast menu includes Sage Sausage Patties, Damn Good Egg Sandwich, Soft Scramble, […]