1881 Eating House

1881 Eating House American eatery, blending historic charm, refined comfort, and innovative flavors in St Paul's Union Depot. Part of the Lake Elmo Inn Restaurant Family.

Station Sounds returns this Friday (May 29th) from 5:00 -7:00pm.This week we are excited to host the Lee Engele Trio. ...
05/29/2026

Station Sounds returns this Friday (May 29th) from 5:00 -7:00pm.

This week we are excited to host the Lee Engele Trio.
Come on out to listen to some great music while enjoying some tasty food & cocktails.

Music will be out on our gorgeous patio or moved indoors if the weather does not cooperate. See you at 1881 this Friday evening.

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We've been so excited to have our patio open for a couple of weeks now, and to have some gorgeous weather as well. If y...
05/16/2026

We've been so excited to have our patio open for a couple of weeks now, and to have some gorgeous weather as well. If you have not stopped by yet, here are a few reasons to come out below.

Patio Hours:
Wed. - Fri. (3pm - 9pm)
Sat. (10am - 9pm)
Sun. (10am - 2pm)

Closed Saturday (May 16th) for some necessary updates.
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Mother's Day is right around the corner! For those looking to treat all the special moms in their life and are looking ...
05/07/2026

Mother's Day is right around the corner! For those looking to treat all the special moms in their life and are looking for a unique experience we have some spots still available for our special Mother's Day Brunch, Sunday (May 10th, from 10am to 2pm)

Featuring delicious options like our decadent Croque Madam (pictured) and an ambiance like no other place around.

We now have our picturesque outdoor patio open as well!

https://www.opentable.com/r/1881-eating-house-saint-paul

We would love to see you Sunday, but hurry time and spots are running out!

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Best laid plans as they say. Today was the day we were planning on opening our picturesque patio, but Minnesota weather...
05/06/2026

Best laid plans as they say. Today was the day we were planning on opening our picturesque patio, but Minnesota weather had different plans. The patio will be closed today (May 6th), so we are moving our opening date to tomorrow (weather permitting).

Here are some of our exciting new patio menu items coming to pique your appetite, so we hope to see you later this week.

It's officially patio season! After a long winter we are so excited to open up our gorgeous patio. This season we will...
05/03/2026

It's officially patio season! After a long winter we are so excited to open up our gorgeous patio. This season we will be offering a host of new drinks & a unique patio menu. Savory sharables, light salads, hearty burgers, pizza, & many more new favorites to try.

Weather permitting the official opening date is this Wednesday, May 6th. Come on out to our patio, in front of the Union Depot, & take in the views of the great city of St. Paul.

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It's Kentucky Derby time and 1881 has something exciting in store. To help capture the feel for the big event we are in...
05/02/2026

It's Kentucky Derby time and 1881 has something exciting in store. To help capture the feel for the big event we are introducing our version of the classic mint julip.

The Tastes Like Another. Made with rum, coconut, lime juice, mint, cucumber, and Chareau Aloe, its as delicious as it is beautiful.

Come on in, have some great food & order up a refreshing Tastes Like Another. We will see you at the Depot!

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Friday night at Union Depot & 1881.Lowertown Bike Shop is hosting their DJ Dance Ride and everyone taking part is invite...
05/01/2026

Friday night at Union Depot & 1881.
Lowertown Bike Shop is hosting their DJ Dance Ride and everyone taking part is invited for snacks & drinks after the ride at 1881.

This exciting event is sure to be a fun time. With a group bike, multiple dance stops with DJ Dev, and after party with complimentary drinks & food at 1881. The event is open to anyone, just stop in to the Union Depot at 6pm. Ride starts at 6:30.

More info at https://www.facebook.com/lowertownbikeshop/

Looking for something to do this weekend? Union Depot will be part of the huge St. Paul Art Crawl, hosting dozens of ec...
04/17/2026

Looking for something to do this weekend? Union Depot will be part of the huge St. Paul Art Crawl, hosting dozens of eclectic artists & sellers out in front of the restaurant. Come in & grab some food & drinks at 1881 while you check out all the great local artisans.

The event will be held:
Friday, April 17: 5-9PM
Saturday, April 18: 10AM-7PM
Sunday, April 19: 12-6PM
https://www.uniondepot.org/event/spring-art-crawl-2026/2026-04-17/

Easter is approaching fast, if your looking to get out for some delicious food & fun ambiance 1881 Eating House has you ...
04/03/2026

Easter is approaching fast, if your looking to get out for some delicious food & fun ambiance 1881 Eating House has you covered.

Located in the historic Union Depot in St. Paul, come in and enjoy your Easter brunch with us. We will have a featured Easter menu available from 9-3 Sunday (April 5th).

Click below to make a reservation as spots are filling fast.
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Address

214 4th Street East
Saint Paul, MN
55101

Opening Hours

Wednesday 11am - 9pm
Thursday 11am - 9pm
Friday 11am - 9pm
Saturday 10am - 9pm
Sunday 10am - 5pm

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