Fabulous!! We booked a reservation here for after Mass on Sunday and we were seated right away upon arrival. At 1:30 PM, they were in the middle of their brunch rush. We were seated at a table in front of their open kitchen and were impressed by the hustle of the kitchen staff. They were cranking out beautifully plated and delicious looking food. The menu is comfort food focused with an emphasis on decadence. I ordered the Everything bagel breakfast sandwich, which came with super crispy hashbrown potatoes. I also ordered a side of fruit and it was nothing but beautiful strawberries and blueberries. Elite! The sandwich has a generous amount of pimento cream cheese and it was absolutely fabulous. My mom ordered the German chocolate pancakes and while they were delicious, it was just way too much and way too sweet for her to finish. The others in our party ordered the chicken fried steak and the chicken and waffles. He loved the chicken fried steak breakfast plate, but the chicken and waffles fell a bit flat with my niece. She said it was bland. Cocktails were on point. Two of us ordered the coconut rum iced latte, and two ordered old fashioned's. 2 rounds! The restaurant is small and inviting with bright decor and the patio is right on the sidewalk. I would definitely visit this place again next time I'm in Saint Paul.

Super great experience for my bday brunch. We were visiting from Denver for a weekend and really enjoyed this spot! We sat at the table with the old fire pole!

The food was great! I really enjoy this place, however it is super busy. My friend and I got different dishes. The meal I got was a pork belly and biscuit cover in gravy and hash brown. One of the two friend order waffle and chicken (basic) and my other friend order a bagel sandwich with hash brown. Both meal were delicious as well. The waffle and chicken was simple and the syrup went well with it. We got two of the drinks as well, one was a sparkling drink with rose and the other one was raspberry I believe. They both were delicious and refreshing. The ambiance feels like it is super quick and so many people enjoying and engaging with one another. It was a vibe. Definitely want to come back and try out something else.

We celebrated a milestone birthday by visiting Hope Breakfast Bar in St Paul for Brunch. We scheduled a reservation a few days ahead of time and were seated promptly upon arrival. I started with the Iced Pistachio and Cardamom from the coffee bar. It was light and nutty. I had never paired the two flavors together before, and this made for a nice palate cleanser between bites of the meal. To eat, I went with the Fried Chicken and Waffles described as: boneless buttermilk-brined chicken, buttermilk or hemp heart waffle, and jalapeño maple syrup. I was excited to see the unique offering of jalapeño maple syrup. It provided the sweetness necessary as well as a strong jalapeño flavor which gave heat and balanced the dish overall. Without that, it was basically chicken tenders with a waffle. The food and service were both prompt. For reference, the drinks and entrees arrived at nearly the same time. Unfortunately, we were sat near a vent which dripped water on us throughout the meal. I felt the 1 hour limit for a brunch was a bit short. We were given our check and then reminded shortly thereafter to pay quickly because our time was coming to an end. I would recommend arriving early to secure a parking spot because it is limited in this area.

Oh my Goodness!! What a delicious and delightful experience at Hope! My family treated me to a Birthday Breakfast here and I felt so entirely spoiled! The St Paul location most definitely is popular so be sure to keep a reservation on hand - it was packed with a line when we got there. They have drinks available if you want to get a little tipsy in the morning, otherwise the shmorgasborg of food will definitely keep you happy! The plates are huge and super delicious! There is definitely a maximum of sweet on the sweet dishes. I had the Churro and Banana waffles which were delectable! My family had a stack of pancakes (3 massive ones the size of a frying pan) omelets, biscuits and gravy, and a bacon and egg bagel. Because it was busy, the service was a little backed up, but they did their best to check in. My family also ordered juices, which looks like comes in a small cup, but because of the wait they finished their juices pretty quickly. We also didn't get water until halfway through waiting for food, but all was well in the end. I also tried a lavender vanilla latte on ice and it was delicious and felt so fancy! I would definitely come back here again on an empty stomach. I almost couldn't finish my waffles! Be aware parking is a bit of a challenge in this area so I would taxi or Uber in if you can. Overall loved it! It made my birthday that much more special.

Treat yourself, your family and your soul to a great breakfast this week at Hope Breakfast Bar. They just opened a new location in Woodbury - but there are other locations in St Paul, St Louis Park, Eagan, Edina, and at Gillette Children's. This week, I had a perfect pairing of Vietnamese coffee and spicy tofu - but they have the best versions of pancakes and other breakfast classics. This pairing worked SO WELL because the subtle spices in the coffee, tofu spices, and a splash of hot sauce added to my breakfast blended in bites and sips. This is why you might see chef Brian Ingram competing on BEAT Bobby Flay in the new season. He's really a wizard combining familiar and new breakfast flavors. Did he beat Bobby? We'll find out soon enough. Comfort food is Brian's 'jam' and the mission of the Hope Restaurant Group. He takes this next level outside of his cooking and throughout his life -- contributing comfort to those in need in our community and in his personal life. Brian's heart and generosity is as big as his appetite and his passion. Have a great holiday week. And, "Treat Yo' Self" to a fine breakfast.

I've been to hope many times and this place is so delicious! They have such a variety of sweet and savory options -- everyone can find something to eat. This time, I tried the red velvet waffle but I've also had the pillow pancakes, french toast, and some savory dishes too. Each of their breakfast items are reasonable priced (most between $12 and $16 dollars) and their coffee and beverage selection is unmatched in this area. I would definitely recommend having a reservation here otherwise you might be waiting a while, especially if you don't want to sit at the bar. Great for events -- this time I was here for a bachelorette party -- as it is a fun and young environment with so many options for different prices.

I have been to Hope a couple of times - it's one of the breakfast places I go to when I visit. I love their Carrot Cake pancakes. My friend likes their Stuffed Poblano because of the way they grill the cheese. I didn't love their White Mocha Matcha Latte - the flavor wasn't strong. It's always busy so I would highly recommend making a reservation. Parking isn't the easiest but I have always managed to find a spot that is walking distance.