5 Underrated Restaurants in Downtown, St. Cloud MN Worth Trying
Updated 29 September 2026 · 5 restaurants in Downtown, St. Cloud MN considered · Ranked from Google ratings
This list highlights five places in and around Downtown St. Cloud that score 4.4 or higher on Google yet have fewer than 400 reviews, so they may be less familiar to locals and visitors. Five qualifying businesses were considered and ranked by Google rating weighted by review count. It suits anyone looking beyond the usual choices for a cocktail, a stir-fry bowl, Thai takeout or a seafood boil. Details come from listed hours, addresses, features and what reviewers mention.
#1
Blue Goose Speakeasy
★ 4.8 (111 Google reviews)Bar
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Blue Goose Speakeasy is a bar at 22 5th Ave S, open 5 pm to midnight Wednesday through Saturday. Reviewers mention an entrance that plays into the speakeasy theme, an attractive room and craft cocktails, with some saying bartenders will build a drink to your taste. One couple describes celebrating an engagement here and feeling well looked after, while another found a classic cocktail disappointing. Wheelchair-accessible entrance, seating and restroom are listed.
Best for: Craft cocktails and special occasions
- 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
#2
Mongo's Grill
★ 4.8 (58 Google reviews)Restaurant
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Mongo's Grill at 3701 W Division St is open daily from 11 am to 9 pm. Reviewers describe a build-your-own format where you pick ingredients and stack your bowl, and they mention that the restaurant recently reopened, with busy lines kept moving and food stocked and fresh. One reviewer notes the portion approach differs from all-you-can-eat spots, so it helps to ask how it works. Accessible parking, entrance and seating are listed.
Best for: Build-your-own grill bowls with family
- Address
- 3701 W Division St Ste 103, St Cloud, MN 56301, United States
- Hours
- daily 11 am–9 pm
#3
Veranda Lounge
★ 4.7 (146 Google reviews)Bar$10–20 per person
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Veranda Lounge is a bar at 22 5th Ave S open Wednesday through Saturday from 4 pm, running to 1 am on Fridays and Saturdays. Reviewers mention regular live music and knowledgeable bartenders who help guests try new cocktails, along with a good choice of non-alcoholic drinks. Google lists outdoor seating, table service, beer, wine and spirits, and outside food allowed. The listed price range is $10–20, and the setting is described as cozy and romantic.
Best for: Live music with a cocktail
- 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
#4
Canaan Thai Kitchen
★ 4.6 (101 Google reviews)Thai restaurant
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Canaan Thai Kitchen at 129 7th Ave S serves from 11 am to 8 pm Monday through Saturday. Reviewers mention a spice scale from 1 to 5, gluten-free Panang curry, cream cheese wontons, drunken noodles, lo mein and Tom Yum soup, with large portions. They describe a small, casual dining room suited to takeout, food ready quickly, customization on request and parking out front. Accessible parking, entrance and restroom are listed.
Best for: Quick Thai takeout with adjustable spice
- Address
- 129 7th Ave S, St Cloud, MN 56301, United States
- Hours
- Fri 11 am–8 pm; Mon 11 am–8 pm; Sat 11 am–8 pm; Sun Closed; Thu 11 am–8 pm; Tue 11 am–8 pm; Wed 11 am–8 pm
#5
Boil Seafood Restaurant
★ 4.5 (290 Google reviews)Seafood restaurant
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Boil Seafood Restaurant sits at 801 W St Germain St and closes Mondays, with afternoon and evening hours the rest of the week. Reviewers mention shareable seafood boil combos sized for groups, adjustable seasoning, Cajun fries, oysters, sausage add-ons and shrimp po'boys. They describe friendly staff, fast service and an upbeat room, and one notes it is on the pricier side. Accessible parking, entrance, seating and restroom are listed.
Best for: Shared seafood boils for groups
- Address
- 801 W St Germain St, St Cloud, MN 56301, United States
- Hours
- Fri 11 am–9 pm; Mon Closed; Sat 11 am–9 pm; Sun 11 am–8 pm; Thu 12–8 pm; Tue 12–8 pm; Wed 12–8 pm
How we made this list
We looked at 5 restaurants in Downtown, St. Cloud MN with a Google rating of 4.0 or higher and at least 20 reviews, then rated 4.4 or higher on Google but with fewer than 400 reviews. 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 29 September 2026 and can change. Nobody paid to be on this list.
Tips before you go
- 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?
Blue Goose Speakeasy ranks first, with a Google rating of 4.8 from 111 reviews. Mongo's Grill is second at 4.8 from 58 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: Veranda Lounge $10–20. The others do not list a price range.
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