Grand Catch
Grand Catch offers a vibrant, colorful atmosphere with Southern-style shellfish, sandwiches, and creative cocktails.
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Grand Catch
Highlights
Must-see attractions
Grand Catch offers a vibrant, colorful atmosphere with Southern-style shellfish, sandwiches, and creative cocktails.
"Amazing food, cool ambiance, and great service make Grand Catch a must-visit!"
Enhance your seafood boil
Consider adding rice to your seafood boil to soak up the extra flavorful sauce.
Easier crab options
Skip the Jonah crab claws as they can be difficult to eat and may not be worth the effort.
Quick Facts
Cuisine
Seafood
Price
$$$
Address
1672 Grand Ave, St Paul, MN 55105, USA
Highlights
Discover the most iconic attractions and experiences
Flavorful Seafood Boils
Indulge in authentic Southern-style seafood boils like Crawfish and King Crab with their signature 'awesome sauce' seasoning.
Unique Brunch Specialties
Experience brunch like never before with unique dishes such as King Crab Benedict and Sweet Corn Pancakes.
Vibrant & Colorful Atmosphere
Enjoy a lively and hip dining experience in a colorful space, perfect for a fun night out.
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Enhance your seafood boil
Consider adding rice to your seafood boil to soak up the extra flavorful sauce.
Easier crab options
Skip the Jonah crab claws as they can be difficult to eat and may not be worth the effort.
Interactive dining
Opt for bar seating for a more engaging and interactive dining experience with the staff.
Brunch highlights
Visit during brunch for specialties like King Crab Benedict or Sweet Corn Pancakes.
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Enhance your seafood boil
Consider adding rice to your seafood boil to soak up the extra flavorful sauce.
Easier crab options
Skip the Jonah crab claws as they can be difficult to eat and may not be worth the effort.
Interactive dining
Opt for bar seating for a more engaging and interactive dining experience with the staff.
Brunch highlights
Visit during brunch for specialties like King Crab Benedict or Sweet Corn Pancakes.
What Travellers Say
Reviews Summary
Diners rave about Grand Catch's vibrant atmosphere and flavorful Southern-style seafood, particularly the highly praised 'awesome sauce' boils and unique brunch items. The service is consistently noted as friendly and knowledgeable, with staff like Elizabeth and Jennifer receiving special mentions. While the spice levels can be surprisingly high, the overall consensus is a delightful and delicious experience worth returning for.
"Great service. Cool ambiance. Amazing food. Had the Crawfish and King Crab boil, cheese fries with lobster, and shrimp toast (my favorite). Surprisingly spicy - I like some spicy and their Mild was just right. Shrimp Toast made my mouth burn. I don't think the level of spice is sustainable for Minnesota!"
Duncan Shannon
"Went here last Saturday night with a good friend - very fun upbeat atmosphere & great food! We were on a shrimp theme that night but can't wait to try more seafood boil options next time. Salt & Pepper shrimp were good, & kale avocado salad was fantastic... And then we had don't serve ice cream, it was like cinnamon toast crunch in ice cream form - yum! Our server Elizabeth was top-notch - she helped us find our way through the menu & had great recommendations. Can't wait to go back again soon!"
Sara Papendick Albrecht
"Delicious and delightful. Went for brunch and Jennifer was really helpful talking us through the menu. Everything we had was really flavorful and super well-balanced (eg, the spicy things had a depth of flavor besides the heat). The awesome sauce for the boil is great, shrimp toast was crispy and good, and the king crab benedict was decadent. Do not sleep on the soft serve!"
Celeste Sharpe
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Frequently Asked Questions
Grand Catch is renowned for its flavorful Southern-style seafood boils, unique brunch dishes like King Crab Benedict, and a vibrant, colorful atmosphere.
Highly recommended are the Crawfish and King Crab boils with 'awesome sauce,' shrimp toast, King Crab Benedict, and Sweet Corn Pancakes.
While the 'Mild' option is generally well-balanced, some dishes can be surprisingly spicy. It's advisable to check with your server.
Many diners suggest opting for bar seating for a more interactive experience, though outdoor seating is also available.
Yes, they offer delicious and creative cocktails like the Grand Old Fashion and Mez-call Me Saul.
Some guests find Jonah crab claws to be frustrating to eat and suggest skipping them.
Brunch features unique items like King Crab Benedict and Sweet Corn Pancakes, offering a delightful twist on traditional breakfast fare.
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