The Saint Paul Condo Blog

Well well well, what do we have here?  When everyone is saying the end is near, someone is willing to stick their neck on the line and bring Downtown a new restaurant!  And that someone is no other than former executive chef Rino Baglio of Pazzaluna.  I've been wanting a burger bar since 2003 when I moved to Downtown.  Now, in a few weeks when American Burger Bar opens, Downtown will have two great places for a burger and a beer (The Bulldog Lowertown being the other one).

ABB is taking over the location of Matty B's, across the street from the Lowry building on Wabasha Street.  The location has a history of Hits and Misses.  Before Matty B's took up residence in the location, it was the Rockin' Lobster.  For many years it went by the name of Gallivan's.  If you've never been inside, it's really a cool set up.  Lots of wood and big, comfy booths.  Now I'm sure some of the place is getting a work-over with the new transition, but it's good to see this space getting filled.

UPDATE:  I've heard they are now open for business!  Go grab a burger and a beer, quick!