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Takeout Restaurant · Dayton's Bluff ·

BOGA

Takeout Restaurant · Dayton's Bluff ·

Burgers, gyro bowls, gelato, sambusas, and milkshakes

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1440 Minnehaha Ave E, St Paul, MN 55106 Get directions

$10–20

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1440 Minnehaha Ave E, St Paul, MN 55106 Get directions

+1 651 200 3785

$10–20 · Menu

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Boga Ice Cream and Burgers is Open in St. Paul’s Old Dari-ette Drive-In | Eater Twin Cities

"Located in the former Dari-ette Drive-In in East Side St. Paul, Boga Ice Cream & Burger has swapped the restaurant’s iconic Italian flag trim for a bold red stripe and now serves a classic drive-in menu of burgers, fried foods, and gelato-style ice cream. Run by father-son duo Loay and Layth Abukhdair (whose family also owns Columbia Heights’ Afandina Cafe), the cheeseburgers are made from fresh ground beef that’s weighed and shaped in-house, cooked ever so pink in the middle and layered with gooey American cheese, lettuce, onion, and tomato; there’s also a specialty gyro burger of tender, buttery beef smeared with cool tzatziki and finished with the same classic burger toppings, and plans to add mushroom Swiss and pizza burgers. The ice cream is technically gelato—denser and richer thanks to slow churning and a higher milk-to-cream ratio—and includes Italian flavors like pistachio, hazelnut, and stracciatella (vanilla with chocolate slivers); the menu also features three tart fruit sorbets, strawberry, chocolate, and vanilla milkshakes, and coffee drinks such as lattes and espresso. There’s a case to be made for pairing a scoop with cheese curds or seasoned crinkle-cut fries, and Layth says a grand opening will follow once Minnehaha Avenue East construction ends, with the community response so far being tremendously positive and patient." - Justine Jones

https://twincities.eater.com/2023/7/21/23801723/dari-ette-drive-in-boga-ice-cream-burgers-st-paul-east-side-minneapolis-twin-cities
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New Restaurant and Bar Openings in Minneapolis and St. Paul | Eater Twin Cities

"Located in the former Dari-Ette Drive-In on St. Paul’s East Side, I found Boga Ice Cream and Burgers serving cheese curds, milkshakes, gelato, and some out-of-the-box items like gyro burgers." - Justine Jones

https://twincities.eater.com/23800318/new-restaurants-bars-openings-minneapolis-st-paul-twin-cities
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Madeline Cazares

Google
Super smiley and fantastic service. Food was hot and freshly prepared. The chicken strip combo with the real seasoned fries were super tasty! The cheese curds were , especially paired with the house marinara. To top it off, I got a vanilla Reese’s shake. SO YUMMY. And checkout the nostalgic ice cream treats!! Will definitely be back, and bringing friends next time :)

Andrew Allen

Google
Boga is a spot that caught my eye when driving by. They advertise ice cream and burgers, so that is exactly what I ordered. I ordered the Boga Burger which comes with cheese, lettuce, tomato, onions, pickles, and the Boga sauce. Boga sauce is similar to Thousand Island sauce or Big Mac Sauce, and it fits perfectly on a burger. The ingredients seemed fresh and also enhanced the burger. Additionally, I tried a strawberry milkshake. The berries tasted juicy and fresh, and they mixed well with the vanilla ice cream. The prices were reasonable and the food was delicious. I would be curious to try out other menu items, such as the gyro!

Angi Dee

Google
Boga doesn't have an extensive menu, but it's electic. You can have a burger or a gyro, falafel or French fries. The burgers were great, very fresh and not overcooked. I liked the fries, I'm usually not a fan of seasoned fries but these weren't overpowering. My husband loved the sambusas. The best part about Boga is the staff. The girl who took our order offered us both baklava while we waited. The other woman who gave us our order was as sweet as can be. You can tell they take pride in their business. It was a great experience all around and we'll definitely be back.

out_ ofthsworld

Google
I absolutely loved the staff! they were so sweet and attentive AND I got a free falafel XD! I got a double cheeseburger combo and an extra shake all for 19.75, so definitely a great deal. The inside is pretty cramped but the outside patio is very spacious. Definitely recommend eating here!

Josh Lytton

Google
Wow, this place was incredible. I was immediately sold by the friendly service and house made pistachio baklava sample! I’m actually writing this review in the car while waiting for my order because I can already tell it’s going to be good. I look forward to coming back and bringing friends and family. Update: The Gyro bowl is top notch!

Layla Salim

Google
You know those rare hole-in-the-wall spots everyone whispers about—the kind serving food so good it feels almost unfair? THIS. IS. ONE OF THEM. Hands down, the best burger in Minnesota—juicy, perfectly seasoned, and cooked to absolute perfection. The samosa? Out of this world—crispy on the outside, packed with flavor inside. The fries are everything fries should be: golden, hot, and crispy with just the right amount of salt. And the chicken shawarma… OMG. Flavorful, tender, and so satisfying it instantly transports you straight to the Middle East. World-class flavors in an unassuming spot. If you haven’t been, go. And if you’ve been… you already know.

Dana A

Google
This might be the best burger I’ve ever had. It was fresh and so flavorful. We also got the cheese curds and onion rings and those were super yummy, would definitely come again!

James Lyon

Google
I've reviewed 100s of places and there are few that I would call truly special. This place is one of them. From the warm welcoming I received from the lady at the counter, to the freshness and deliciousness of the food. You can just tell these people care about their customers and their business and it shows. Found my new favorite burger spot in St Paul and I can't wait to come back.
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Erica R.

Yelp
If you haven't had a burger here yet and you like a good burger, get here now! It's a short menu but the burgers are sooo delish! The shakes are freshly made and mmm hit that ice cream nerve when you need it.
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Sediera H.

Yelp
Good food for the price. Nice customer service. Clean welcoming atmosphere. I like the rice bowls. Gave 4 stars because I don't like the texture of the ice cream... it's like froyo. Tastes good but I wanted ice cream not like frozen custard. I could be wrong about the ice cream but the texture seemed a bit different. Will buy food from here again.

Gerry M.

Yelp
WOW! I ordered two mushroom Swiss burgers,onion rings and milkshakes. They were awesome! The onion rings were nice and crispy with excellent flavor. And the burgers were possibly the best burgers we had had in the metro area and huge. Service was spot on. It's an old drive in but they have a small clean dining area. Make sure you go!
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Ashley D.

Yelp
So happy and excited to have this walk up cafe in the neighborhood; it just opened up over a week ago! Their menu constitutes of a wide selection of ice cream, burgers, and some different coffee beverages; such as espresso and lattes, with a variety of syrup flavors to choose from - they also had alternative non-dairy milks available! Boga took the place of the historic Dariette Drive-In which closed a few years back. I'm not sure if Boga has plans to continue the drive-in feature; currently it is not in function. There is a parking available, however!
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Dave H.

Yelp
Great burger and filling! Best to eat in the car. I didn't try the gelato but saw it looked good and I plan to next time. I would give the burger 5 stars if there was an interesting ambiance to sit and dine.

Emily S.

Yelp
I live down the road and have eaten here a handful of times. The food is great!!! I've tried both burgers, chicken strips, onion rings, gyro combo bowl and a few milkshakes. The gyro combo bowl is my favorite! The staff is friendly and service is quick. I would recommend checking them out!

Twin Cities Girl 2.

Yelp
Decided to give Boga Burgers a try. Sent husband up to the ordering window. Ordered the burger basket which comes with fries (I upgraded to onion rings for an extra charge) and a can of soda. Order came up relatively quick considering a steady stream of customers. Burger and fries came in a plastic covered container and we decided to eat in the car since all patio tables were full. Food looked good. Onion rings were crispy and had good taste. The burger was a double stack with cheese, tomato and a thin slice of lettuce. A lot of food. The taste was a little blah, and the texture slightly dryer than I'd like. Would consider them well done. Two pattie's was too much for me but I'd be willing to try this place another day and perhaps a different item. I will also ask for more lettuce! Prices were a bit steep, we can get the same at a sit down restaurant so not somewhere I'd go often. We shared a cup of raspberry gelato which was good. I know this type of business is tough. Long days and hard work!
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Steve L.

Yelp
I got delivery. Hamburger and fries. The hamburger had a nice soft bun and fresh toppings. The twin burger patties were nicely grilled. But the burger was WAY too salty!! Couldn't taste the meat. The fries were unique.. small, crinkle cut, crisp... definitely ok. Thanks. Hope Bogo makes it. I will give them one more try in case the salty burger was a one-time mistake.
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Emilie S.

Yelp
We loved our dinner here tonight! Tried the cheeseburger, gyro burger, and strawberry and chocolate shakes. The burgers were generously sized and came on big bakery buns with fresh toppings. The strawberry shake had real strawberries and chocolate was truly chocolatey, no weak syrup mix-in here. We'll definitely be back to try more!

Amy B.

Yelp
Boga! During my first visit this summer I just had ice cream. I went back for lunch today and am so happy I did! My gyro bowl was terrific, the rice is fragrant and the meat is fork-tender. The burger, onion rings and fries are rock-solid, too. Top it all off with friendly service and we have a winner.

Louis C.

Yelp
Delicious double cheeseburger with fries and coke for $13. Patties are made there from freshly ground beef. If you want a quality burger at a takeout, I recommend this spot. Also, you're supporting a family business.