5 Affordable Restaurants in Downtown, St. Cloud MN
Updated 05 October 2026 · 8 restaurants in Downtown, St. Cloud MN considered · Ranked from Google ratings
This is a short, ranked list of affordable places to eat in Downtown St. Cloud, MN, for anyone looking for a meal or a drink without a big bill. Eight qualifying businesses were considered, filtered by Google price range and then ordered by rating. The ranking uses Google ratings weighted by review count, so places with many reviews are not outranked by a handful of enthusiastic ones. Each entry shows hours and address as listed on Google, plus what reviewers mention.
#1
Jules' Bistro
★ 4.7 (1,003 Google reviews)Bistro$20–30 per person
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Google rates this bistro 4.7 from 1,003 reviews, with a listed price range of $20 to $30. It is at 921 W St Germain St, open Tuesday through Saturday from 8 am to 8 pm and Sunday from 8 am to 2 pm, and closed Monday. Google lists outdoor seating, breakfast, lunch, dinner, coffee, cocktails and live music. Reviewers mention biscuits and gravy, a lavender honey latte, fast and friendly service, and careful handling of food allergies.
Best for: Breakfast and brunch with allergy-aware service
- Address
- 921 W St Germain St, St Cloud, MN 56301, United States
- Hours
- Fri 8 am–8 pm; Mon Closed; Sat 8 am–8 pm; Sun 8 am–2 pm; Thu 8 am–8 pm; Tue 8 am–8 pm; Wed 8 am–8 pm
#2
Greek Cravings
★ 4.7 (835 Google reviews)Mediterranean restaurant$10–20 per person
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Google rates this Mediterranean restaurant 4.7 from 835 reviews, with a listed price range of $10 to $20. It is at 26 5th Ave S and open daily from 11 am to 9 pm. Google lists delivery, takeaway, dine-in, counter service, vegetarian and vegan options. Reviewers mention gyros, generous portions, friendly staff and a relaxed atmosphere. One recent reviewer was unhappy with a soggy gyro and a small order of fries.
Best for: Quick Mediterranean lunches and takeaway
- Address
- 26 5th Ave S, St Cloud, MN 56301, United States
- Hours
- daily 11 am–9 pm
#3
Olde Brick House
★ 4.6 (2,061 Google reviews)Irish pub$20–30 per person
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Google rates this Irish pub 4.6 from 2,061 reviews, with a listed price range of $20 to $30. It is at 102 6th Ave S, open daily from 11 am, closing at 9 pm Sunday through Thursday and 10 pm on Friday and Saturday. Google lists outdoor seating, delivery, live music, and a beer, cocktail and wine selection. Reviewers mention a flat iron steak, blackened mahi mahi and seasonal cocktails. Some say prices could be better and one mentions a slow lunch.
Best for: Pub dinners with live music and cocktails
- Address
- 102 6th Ave S, St Cloud, MN 56301, United States
- Hours
- Fri 11 am–10 pm; Mon 11 am–9 pm; Sat 11 am–10 pm; Sun 11 am–9 pm; Thu 11 am–9 pm; Tue 11 am–9 pm; Wed 11 am–9 pm
#4
Blue Goose Speakeasy
★ 4.8 (111 Google reviews)Bar$10–20 per person
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Google rates this bar 4.8 from 111 reviews, with a listed price range of $10 to $20. It is at 22 5th Ave S and opens Wednesday through Saturday from 5 pm to midnight, closed Sunday through Tuesday. Google lists dine-in, table service, cocktails, spirits, wine and food at the bar. Reviewers mention craft cocktails, an entrance that plays up the speakeasy theme and attentive service, though one found a French 75 bland.
Best for: Craft cocktails in a cozy speakeasy setting
- Address
- 22 5th Ave S, St Cloud, MN 56301, United States
- Hours
- Fri 5 pm–12 am; Mon Closed; Sat 5 pm–12 am; Sun Closed; Thu 5 pm–12 am; Tue Closed; Wed 5 pm–12 am
#5
Veranda Lounge
★ 4.7 (146 Google reviews)Bar$10–20 per person
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Google rates this bar 4.7 from 146 reviews, with a listed price range of $10 to $20. It is at 22 5th Ave S, open Wednesday and Thursday from 4 pm to midnight and Friday and Saturday from 4 pm to 1 am, and closed Sunday through Tuesday. Google lists outdoor seating, live music, and beer, wine and cocktails. Reviewers mention live musicians, knowledgeable bartenders, custom cocktails and a good choice of non-alcoholic options.
Best for: Live music and a relaxed drink downtown
- Address
- 22 5th Ave S, St Cloud, MN 56301, United States
- Hours
- Fri 4 pm–1 am; Mon Closed; Sat 4 pm–1 am; Sun Closed; Thu 4 pm–12 am; Tue Closed; Wed 4 pm–12 am
How we made this list
We looked at 8 restaurants in Downtown, St. Cloud MN with a Google rating of 4.0 or higher and at least 20 reviews, then Google price range of ₹600 or less per person, then by rating. A rating from thousands of reviews counts for more than the same rating from a handful, so a new place with a few perfect scores does not jump the queue. Ratings and hours are from public Google listings on 05 October 2026 and can change. Nobody paid to be on this list.
Tips before you go
- Jules' Bistro and Olde Brick House take reservations, useful on weekend evenings.
- For an early start, Jules' Bistro opens at 8 am.
- Hours and prices come from Google listings and change, so check the listing before a long trip.
Frequently asked questions
Which is the highest-rated restaurant on this list?
Jules' Bistro ranks first, with a Google rating of 4.7 from 1,003 reviews. Greek Cravings is second at 4.7 from 835 reviews.
Which restaurants in Downtown, St. Cloud MN are open late?
Blue Goose Speakeasy stays open until 12 am; Veranda Lounge stays open until 1 am.
How much does it cost at these restaurants?
Google lists these price ranges per person: Jules' Bistro $20–30; Greek Cravings $10–20; Olde Brick House $20–30; Blue Goose Speakeasy $10–20; Veranda Lounge $10–20.
Which of these have free parking?
Google lists free parking for Jules' Bistro, Greek Cravings and Olde Brick House.
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