About Little Oven

Let me introduce you to Little Oven Restaurant, a cozy Italian restaurant tucked into the East Side of St. Paul at 1786 Minnehaha Ave E, St Paul, MN 55119, United States, where the vibe feels welcoming the moment you walk in and the food leans hard into classic comfort. When people talk about Little Oven, they usually start with how easy it is to enjoy, because whether you want to dine in, grab takeaway on the go, or order delivery for a relaxed night at home, the experience stays consistent and satisfying. The menu speaks to Italian-inspired comfort food, with hearty portions and familiar flavors that feel both casual and thoughtfully prepared, making it a great stop for a quick bite or a longer, laid-back meal. I like how the offerings cover all the bases, from small plates you can share to comforting mains, and even simple extras like coffee when you want to linger a bit longer. There’s also a solid drink selection, including beer, wine, and alcohol options that pair nicely with the food without overcomplicating things. Little Oven fits naturally into everyday plans, whether that’s a low-key dinner with friends, a family meal, or a spontaneous stop when you’re hungry and nearby. The atmosphere stays relaxed and unpretentious, which makes it easy to focus on enjoying the food and the people you’re with rather than worrying about formality. Because it’s rooted in the neighborhood, the restaurant feels approachable and familiar, yet still reliable enough to recommend to someone visiting the area for the first time. If you’re looking for an Italian restaurant in St. Paul that keeps things simple, flavorful, and flexible, Little Oven stands out as a place that quietly earns repeat visits. It’s the kind of spot where comfort food feels dependable, service options feel practical, and the overall rhythm of the place matches everyday life, making it easy to drop in often without needing a special reason or a big plan.

Business Info

Service options

Service options

+ Delivery

+ Takeaway

+ Dine-in

Highlights

Highlights

+ Fast service

+ Great coffee

+ Great dessert

+ Great wine list

+ Serves local specialty

Popular for

Popular for

+ Breakfast

+ Lunch

+ Dinner

+ Solo dining

Accessibility

Accessibility

+ Wheelchair-accessible car park

+ Wheelchair-accessible entrance

+ Wheelchair-accessible seating

+ Wheelchair-accessible toilet

Offerings

Offerings

+ Alcohol

+ Beer

+ Coffee

+ Comfort food

+ Quick bite

+ Small plates

+ Wine

Dining options

Dining options

+ Breakfast

+ Brunch

+ Lunch

+ Dinner

+ Catering

+ Dessert

+ Seating

+ Table service

Amenities

Amenities

+ Toilet

Atmosphere

Atmosphere

+ Casual

+ Cosy

+ Historic

+ Quiet

Crowd

Crowd

+ Groups

+ Tourists

Planning

Planning

+ Accepts reservations

Payments

Payments

+ Cheques

+ Credit cards

+ Debit cards

+ NFC mobile payments

+ Credit cards

Children

Children

+ Good for kids

+ High chairs

+ Kids' menu

Parking

Parking

+ Free of charge street parking

+ Free parking lot

+ Parking

Hour time open

Right Now :

  • Monday: 08:00 AM - 08:00 PM
  • Tuesday: 08:00 AM - 08:00 PM
  • Wednesday: 08:00 AM - 08:00 PM
  • Thursday: 08:00 AM - 08:00 PM
  • Friday: 08:00 AM - 09:00 PM
  • Saturday: 08:00 AM - 09:00 PM
  • Sunday: 08:00 AM - 08:00 PM

1786 Minnehaha Ave E, St Paul, MN 55119, United States

Reviews

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Went on Thursday burger night, and had the Pavarotti for $10.99 after tax. After a little bit of time being seated after a party of seventeen, the service was very quick, the waitress was very polite, and the burger was a very good deal. For this amount of food, I’d consider $16 to be a good deal. Much less this. The Italian sausage patty, the ground beef patty, and the pepperoni were a lot of meat for this price. This is what a “pizza burger” should be. The fries were fresh cut, and so hot out of the frier that I couldn’t eat them. They were excellent. I will be back to report on the more Italian parts of the menu, but I am genuinely impressed by the Little Oven.

- Hobart Clarque -

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I have been going here all my life. It's a great little neighborhood joint. The pizza is amazing, and lasagna is the absolute best, the dago is great, the pizza fries can't be beat. They have very generous portions and reasonable prices. The menu is well rounded, so if you can find something you want, maybe it's just you.

- Benjamin Smith -

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A family friendly experience. Great food. Thanks to Lori. My favorite person that always helps me. I went there today for breakfast and I have to tell you, they give huge portions. Twice the hash browns than anywhere else. 2 huge pancakes. Most places are $8 now for 1 pancake. Huge eggs. What a full meal. All for under $16. It was great. Our waitress Gayle was great and pretty cute too. Wow service with a smile.

- Rennie Renteria -

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Took my mom here for dinner and we had a wonderful time. Great portions in pretty good prices.

- Tim Benson -

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About 20 years or so ago, I lived only a block away. I've only had little oven a few times since then and went tonight and it was as amazing as I remember it being. The ravioli appetizer was not only absolutely delicious but a HUGE portion of raviolis, so much so i brought the majority of my lasagna home. The bbq style wings, the parmasean bread sticks.. everything is superb! Big portions, for reasonable prices. Absolute must stop for anyone looking for amazing Italian food!

- Krystal -

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Literally the best food I've had in a while. Super authentic, cozy and has a familiar almost home-like atmosphere. The waitress was one of the nicest ladies I have ever met, I truly felt welcomed. ALSO! Those were the BEST! breadsticks EVER.

- Reynn -

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This was such a nice spot to get breakfast at and we knew it would be good given how packed it was with locals. We both enjoyed our dishes; I chose the Sicilian omelette and it was a banger let me tell you! The Italian sausage with onions, green peppers and that zesty marinara sauce had me in Sicilian heaven. Cinnamon swirl toast and hash browns were a great complement to the omelette. Service was awesome and prices were amazing for the portions received.

- Chris Montan -

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