Saint Paul

Payne-Phalen

1 restaurant4.8 avg verified rating

Payne-Phalen has 1 vegan and plant-based dining option in our Saint Paul directory — 1 vegan-friendly. Here you can eat Fine Dining and New American. Expect upscale prices ($$$) across the board. The highest-rated is Tongue in Cheek, holding a verified 4.8-star Google rating from 2,171 reviews. Every rating on this page is pulled from verified Google data, not estimated — the 1 rated spot here average 4.8 stars.

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Tongue in Cheek

Fine DiningNew American
Payne-Phalen

Tongue in Cheek is a fine dining restaurant at 989 Payne Ave in Saint Paul's Payne-Phalen neighborhood, offering a six-course vegetarian tasting menu (fully vegan available) that ranks among the best dining in the Twin Cities. Chef-prepared dishes, top-notch service, and an intimate Payne Avenue atmosphere create a truly special experience. Over half the remaining menu is vegan or can be prepared vegan. When animal products are used, they're sourced humanely and sustainably. A destination for special occasions. Q: Does Tongue in Cheek have a vegan tasting menu? A: Yes -- Tongue in Cheek offers a six-course vegetarian tasting menu that can be made fully vegan on request. This is one of the few fine dining vegan tasting menus in the Twin Cities. Over half the a la carte menu is also vegan or can be prepared vegan. Request vegan when making your reservation so the kitchen can plan accordingly. Q: What should I order at Tongue in Cheek Saint Paul? A: The six-course vegetarian tasting menu is the definitive Tongue in Cheek experience -- fully vegan available, chef-driven, and seasonal. If ordering a la carte, the seasonal vegetable courses are the kitchen's strength. Dessert is worth it. Call ahead or note dietary preferences online when reserving. Q: What are Tongue in Cheek's hours and do they take reservations? A: Tongue in Cheek at 989 Payne Ave in Saint Paul is open Wednesday through Sunday. Reservations are recommended -- this is a fine dining destination with limited seating. Closed Monday and Tuesday. Check tongueincheek.biz for current hours and to book a table.

What to Order in Payne-Phalen

Tongue in Cheek
4.8 (2,171)$$$·Vegan-Friendly

What to order

  • Six-Course Vegetarian Tasting MenuThe full experience, fully vegan available on request
  • Seasonal vegetable coursesThe kitchen sources carefully and the plates reflect it
  • Dessert courseA worthy finish to a special evening
Overall notes: We had such a great date night here! The staff is very solid. Everyone was so friendly and welcoming. What was cool about it is it felt genuine and not forced.Catherine Thurlow, verified Google review
989 Payne Ave, Saint PaulFine Dining · New American

Vegan Dining in Payne-Phalen: FAQ

How many vegan restaurants are in Payne-Phalen?

Our directory lists 1 vegan and plant-based restaurant in Payne-Phalen, Saint Paul.

What is the best-rated vegan restaurant in Payne-Phalen?

Tongue in Cheek is the highest-rated, with a verified 4.8-star Google rating across 2,171 reviews. Order the Six-Course Vegetarian Tasting Menu, Seasonal vegetable courses, and Dessert course.

What kinds of vegan food can you get in Payne-Phalen?

Payne-Phalen covers Fine Dining and New American.

How expensive is vegan dining in Payne-Phalen?

Most spots are upscale ($$$).

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