Latin bistro Jackey’s Peg Leg opens in former Hunan Garden space in downtown St. Paul

Downtown St. Paul now has a little Latin flair.

Jackey’s Peg Leg, a new Latin-Caribbean bistro that features live music, DJs and eventually karaoke nights, has opened in the former Hunan Garden space on Cedar Street. The owners of Bullvino’s Churrascaria are behind the new restaurant.

General manager Jim Carlson, who used to run Latin nights at Faces on Mears Park, said the crew is aiming to bring some spice to downtown.

“What we’re trying to accomplish is to bring a different flavor,” Carlson said. “In terms of the food, yes, but also the music scene. We’re bringing a more international flair, and judging the crowd that came last week (opening weekend), I think it’s going to be very successful.”

A filet with garlic at Jackey’s Peg Leg in downtown St. Paul. (Courtesy of Jim Carlson)

The menu features some Latin favorites like chicken and rice, a torta Cubana, ceviche and red snapper, but also giant cheeseburgers, a club sandwich and a Caesar salad.

The space has been entirely remodeled to resemble a pirate ship, with lots of dark wood. The flooring is entirely new — the crew stripped out all the old carpeting and added tile to the dining room and polished the concrete floor in the bar.

On Fridays, the venue will host a Latin music night, with salsa bands and the like. Saturdays will feature international DJs and bands, and starting March 28, Thursday will be karaoke night.

For now, the restaurant will be open 5-11 p.m. Sunday-Thursday and 5 p.m.-2 a.m. Friday and Saturday. Carlson said they plan to add lunch if they can get the staff and there is demand.

Jackey’s Peg Leg: 380 Cedar St., St. Paul; 651-239-4361

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