St. Paul has many historic homes and one such Victorian mansion is home to this wine bar and restaurant. The rustic, highly detailed manor, with many cozy booths and intimate enclaves, lends itself to a romantic evening. The wine and entrees may be pricey but the knowledgeable and attentive wait staff make the few extra dollars worth it. The appetizers, pizza, pasta and seafood dishes are some of the best in town. As the name would imply, the wine list is extensive and will please even the most discriminating taste. Imported beer, cocktails or soft drinks can also be ordered.

This downtown stalwart has been around since the Depot really was a depot. Rack up a game of pool or hoist a cold one. If pool is not your game, then try your hand at darts or pinball. If you can't stand smoke, then leave before the regular pool hustlers show up. By early evening this place becomes the epitome of the smoke-filled pool hall. Hamburgers, fries, chicken sandwiches, and daily specials such as chicken fettuccine grace the menu, all as good as home-made. Food is served until 9pm. Basic domestic beers are available in cans or on tap. It's a great bar to escape Minneapolis' burgeoning hipster scene; Kelley's remains as true and unpretentious as it ever did.

Hot dogs and beer, what a combo! This St. Paul landmark has been serving them up for the better part of 50 years. Not somewhere that you have to dress for, but the dogs are always ready around 10:30am. Although the place isn't much on atmosphere, if you like Coneys, it is worth a quick stop. If business is slow, the Gopher has been known to close early, so if you have a late night urge, call ahead to be sure they are still open.

This popular lunch spot for St. Paul's businessmen has been open since 1942. At night and on weekends, easy listening music and dancing provide the main entertainment. American Burger Bar with its subdued lighting and rich mahogany walls is the home to the St. Paul Cigar Club's monthly meeting.The happy hour buffet and specially priced drinks are a big hit among the after-work crowd. The dinner menu is a touch above the normal bar grub offering steak, lobster, walleye and ribs. The wine and beer list is extensive and the bartenders will mix your favorite cocktail.

The historic Hamm Building is home to the rehearsal and performing space for the St Paul Chamber Orchestra in downtown. It is one of the many venues in the city which hosts the performances of the orchestra group. Known for the intimacy if offers with the band, the room is acoustically splendid and its stage is large enough to accommodate the entire ensemble of the orchestra. Famous artists like Reid Anderson and Jeff Ballard have joined the members of the SPCO like Ruggero Allifranchini and David Huckaby to give out some stellar performances during the annual chamber music series held here. Call ahead or visit their calender to know about their upcoming events.

This former movie theater has been transformed in to a multi-purpose venue, namely Skyway Theatre. Concerts, live gigs, poetry reading sessions and many other events are hosted here. Comprising studios, theatrical spaces, a loft and other halls, space is certainly not a constraint at the Skyway Theatre that can accommodate 2500 guests. Apart from shows, it can also be rented for private events like weddings, engagement parties, social gatherings and so forth. For more details, check website or call ahead.

A restaurant that has earned a commendable reputation in the city, Medusa offers good food and service. Located in downtown St. Paul, this restaurant offers delectable Contemporary cuisine in a welcoming environment. What's more, Medusa also plays host to live music from time to time. so do check for updates. Call for more details.

Station 4 is a treat for all connoisseurs of music and food. This bustling bar is a haven for all local and regional bands, musicians and singers. With an extensive bar, beer taps and comfortable seats, this place is very nifty and gets you in the mood. The food menu does not boast much since it is the music that is the crowd-puller. You can even join their Mug Club to gain access to exclusive discounts on beer and other activities.

An eclectic event space, The Lowry Lab Theatre is chiefly used to showcase plays and theatrical shows. The place is well equipped with great sound system and lighting effects that create a life-like ambiance for every show. If you are a fan of performing arts, The Lowry Lab Theatre is the place to go.

A visit to St. Paul is incomplete if you haven't visited the Lowry Theater. Lowry Theater is synonymous with classy theater productions and has been host to a number of entertaining events, covering a sweeping range of genres. Its located downtown and there are many restaurants and and stores within the Lowry Building. It's a safe bet for an evening of theater performance and dining.