The Velvet Antler — Restaurant in Saint Paul

This place is amazing! Brainchild and creation of local celebrity chef Brian Ingram, this Alaskan-themed, speakereasy-style lounge, bar, and restaurant, offers a quaint and cozy environment perfect for your stories and conversations to liven it up!

The drink menu is creative and detailed, with craft cocktails that require a craft cocktail artist more than a bar tender who just "mixes drinks". I'll give you an example, I ordered the Campfire cocktail, and it has a touch-toasted marshmallow to add to the aroma of the drink.

The food menu of equally creative, with an emphasis on wildlife+type food that sounds splendid!

While I just had dinner at the Gnome downstairs, so only went up for a drink from Brian, the cocktail artist, but I already made a reservation for next week because this place is going to be poppin'!

Glad to discover a great new...

This place is incredible. So cozy. The food and drinks were comforting and top notch. The pumpkin crème brûlée was amazing.

Here’s my honest review of the atmosphere though. I gave it 5 stars because really, it’s a brilliant idea and the designer dos a fabulous job creating the cozy cabin feel.

However, the music was too loud and didn’t quite land the vibe. I would have gone instrumental of some variety, but that’s just a matter of taste. Really the volume was the biggest issue.

Secondly, the big bright TV screens really take away from the experience. They aren’t necessary and probably would be ideal not there at all. They really take you out of the cabin vibe and are a bit of an eyesore.

Other than those two things, it’s a fantastic experience. Would recommend and...

Bartender was very knowledgeable and attentive. Ambiance is very comfortable and relaxing. Will...