The Eagle Street Opens in Former Apostle Space
On Friday, September 26, if you were going to the Keith Urban concert at the NEW Grand Casino Arena, you may have run into a large tour bus promoting his reality TV show, “The Road,” where emerging musicians compete to open up for the “Blue Ain’t Your Color” artist. While many waited in line to enjoy the photo booth and tour the bus, others were inside The Eagle Street, located at 253 Kellogg Blvd. in the former Apostle Supper Club space, a new sports bar that pays tribute to the Eagle Street Grille, which closed its doors in 2023 after operating for 20 years.
Co-owners Jim Flaherty and Joe Kasel introduced another idea for this 7000 sq/ft modern sports bar that offers beers on tap or in bottles. There is an extensive selection of spirits that should match your personality, as well as a variety of wines. The cooler fall weather has provided a nice breeze, both inside and on the open patio, keeping the place at the perfect temperature before a Minnesota Wild game or concert when tons of fans flock in. Did I mention it is directly across the street from the arena?
Joe, a St. Paul native, Cretin graduate, University of St. Thomas alumnus, and football player, has been a restaurateur for nearly 25 years. His passion for the city is evident, as is his strong commitment to staying in St. Paul. He has brought life, enthusiasm for hospitality and friendships that residents have embraced for years.
Jim, a native of West St. Paul and a graduate of the now-closed St. Bernard’s High School, formerly located at the corner of Rice and Maryland in St. Paul, is relatively new to the restaurant industry. His first restaurant venture, Pauly’s Pub & Grill, located at 1668 Selby Avenue, opened less than two years ago as a neighborhood bar and grill. Jim has longstanding ties to downtown St. Paul, dating back to 2007 when he and his wife, Kari, purchased Allegra Printing in the heart of downtown. That business has been providing print, signage, and marketing services around the city for nearly 20 years. Jim is also active in the community, volunteering with various non-profits. He was King Boreas of the St. Paul Winter Carnival in 2016 and recently served as Mr. Pat, leading the great St. Patrick’s Day tradition in St. Paul.
“The opportunity to revitalize the corner across from the Grand Casino Arena was one Joe and I couldn’t pass up. Moving forward, you can expect live music, elevated food options and a friendly family atmosphere, with a strong level of community involvement,” Jim shared with me. They are honored to be part of such an exciting opportunity!
I appreciate that more places keep opening up in our neighborhood. As a writer and part-time graduate student who struggles to focus at home, I enjoy being welcomed into lively spots with wifi and outlets. And I’m sorry, Minnesota, but I’m still an Eagles fan, and I like having another place to spend my Sundays. Shall I meet you at the bar and share an espresso martini with you? Yep, add that to the list of beverage selections.
If you Go:
The Eagle Street
253 Kellogg Blvd. Saint Paul, MN 55102
Directly across from the Grand Casino Arena in the former Apostle Supper Club Space.
Open everyday 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 a.m.
