Handsome Hog

John and I finally made it over to St Paul to check out Handsome Hog, chef Justin Sutherland's restaurant. He was on the most recent season of Top Chef and made it to the finals. 

I had made a reservation, but I'm not really sure it was needed for brunch on a Saturday.  Their evening reservations are often really booked up. And it's not a huge restaurant. 

John had the brisket sandwich with potato wedges. The brisket was very tender and had great smoked flavor. 

 We shred hush puppies filled with pink shrimp, poblano, corn, on top of smoked tomato relish. They are very flavorful and delicious!

I had the shrimp and grits. With gulf shrimp, smoked gouda grits, holy trinity, and scallion. The sauce was super flavorful and a bit on the spicy side, but really great. The grits were so rich and cheesy. 

The service was great and the food was as well. I'd like to return at night and try some of their drinks next time around. 

Handsome Hog

203 6th St E 

St Paul, MN 55101

Phone: (651) 340-7710

https://handsomehog.com/lunch-menu/