Papa's, nestled on the rooftop at 101 Water St S in Stillwater, MN, offers diners an extraordinary blend of ambiance and cuisine. With sweeping views of the St. Croix River, it’s an ideal spot for both casual meals and special occasions. Customers have praised the exceptional quality of the pizza, particularly highlighting dishes like the pig and fig pizza, which is described as “dessert-like.” The lively atmosphere is complemented by friendly and attentive service, with staff often going the extra mile to enhance the dining experience.
Reviewers frequently mention the restaurant's vibrant drink offerings, although some note that the prices can be a bit steep. The cocktails are well-received, with drinks reasonably priced at around $13. While the food prices, like a nearly $20 sandwich, have drawn mixed reviews, the consensus remains that the stunning view makes it worthwhile. Guests can also enjoy delightful starters such as Brussels sprouts and steak bits, adding to the overall culinary array.
Despite a few concerns about parking challenges in Stillwater, Papa’s remains a charming addition to the area. Whether you’re looking for a relaxing drink or a memorable meal, it's clear that the combination of scenic views, attentive service, and quality food makes Papa's a must-visit dining destination.
Amenities and More
Service options
Outdoor seating
Dine-in
Delivery
Highlights
Fireplace
Great beer selection
Great cocktails
Rooftop seating
Popular for
Lunch
Dinner
Solo dining
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible car park
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Wheelchair-accessible seating
Offerings
Alcohol
Beer
Cocktails
Coffee
Comfort food
Spirits
Wine
Dining options
Brunch
Lunch
Dinner
Dessert
Seating
Table service
Amenities
Bar on site
Toilet
Atmosphere
Casual
Trendy
Crowd
Groups
Tourists
Planning
Accepts reservations
Payments
Credit cards
Children
Good for kids
High chairs
Kids' menu
Pets
Dogs allowed
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Reviews For Papa's
Sharon Lamkin
Jul 1,2025
Absolutely beautiful view, the pizza was excellent!! Visiting from Glen Carbon, IL Waiter Brady was a great sport, my sister from Las Vegas had a toy dinosaur, Spike,, that her boyfriend always packs it somewhere in her suitcase and Brady let her take his picture with it!
Maggie Jaques
Jun 12,2025
Amazing view of the river!!! Drink and food were super yummy. We got the Brussels sprouts, steak bits and pig and fig pizzas. Highly recommend all of these!!!! The pizza was like dessert. Great place to have a bit, drink with a view or to celebrate an event. They do not have gluten free pizza or many options.
Jamey Kuhn
May 15,2025
We went here for drinks on a Sunday afternoon. The staff was very friendly and attentive. The drinks were good. The prices are a little high but that was expected. The view from our table was awesome! Parking in Stillwater to get to the rooftop is horrible.
Brian Rector
Apr 22,2025
Good food, service, and views. Weather matters, of course. We happened to be there when hot air balloons were doing tours over the St. Croix River, which was super colorful and scenic. Overall, we really enjoyed our dinner.
A F
Apr 21,2025
The view is fantastic, but you do pay for it. Others have spoken to the great view as well. The drinks are reasonably priced. 8 bucks a beer, 13 for a cocktail. The food on the other hand I thought was a bit pricey. Nearly 20 dollars for a sandwich. We got the Flatbread to share between two of us. It was good! The service was great. They helped us find a good spot to sit and were kind and attentive. Great addition to stillwater
Josh Malchow
Apr 19,2025
Rooftop bar, drinks were excellent, staff was wonderful. This is a very cool spot with a killer view of the river. Fire tables for the chilly spring nights.
Blue
Apr 19,2025
Papa's has a beautiful view, kind and courteous staff, and excellent food to boot. We came here for a Stillwater date night, eyes shimmering with the joy of connection and passion, only to find that alas, they were closing down the kitchen . But all hope was not lost... The staff kindly let us know they could still make something if we put it order in quickly. So we did, settling on flatbread, a sandwich, and tuna starters. Everything came out quickly and beautifully prepared! It was a delightful, as was the company and the glorious glow of the city and the fall colors. Truly a magical experience. Thank you staff!
kathy o
Mar 10,2025
What a great place. Appreciate the fact they take advantage of every inch of space. Roof top is well appointed with umbrellas and heaters as needed. The views are amazing. Christine aka Mully was amazing - she set expectations at first visit. The kitchen was a bit behind ... that’s such a great way to level Set with your customer. Very impressive. She knows the menu and was attentive but not pushy. Food was excellent!!! Return? Yes !!
Reviews For Papa's