Cossetta

Cossetta is a catering and Italian culinary destination in St. Paul, Minnesota, offering full-service event catering, artisanal pastries, handmade pasta, and chef-prepared meals. Known for its award-winning panettone, recognized as the Americas’ Best in 2019, 2021, and 2023, Cossetta serves private events, corporate functions, and community gatherings with authentic Italian flavors rooted in a century-old tradition. The business operates from its expanded location at 211 7th St W, serving the St. Paul area with seasonal specialties, imported ingredients, and a deep commitment to quality and heritage. With a 4.60 rating and strong customer reviews, Cossetta is celebrated for its rich, handmade offerings and vibrant dining experience.

Located within the historic Upper Levee neighborhood, Cossetta Alimentari traces its origins to 1911 when Michael Cossetta, a Calabrian immigrant, opened a small food market. Now in its fourth generation, the family has expanded the original vision into a full-scale Italian marketplace and dining destination. The current space includes an eatery and pizzeria, a fine-dining ristorante on the third floor, a dedicated pasticceria featuring authentic Sicilian cannoli and gelato, and a large Italian grocery market stocked with hard-to-find imports. The business emphasizes tradition, craftsmanship, and the Italian philosophy of *Qualita di Vita*, the quality of life through good food.

Situated on 7th Street West, Cossetta is a short walk from the Alexander Ramsey House museum, Irvine Park, and the Grand Casino Arena, with United Hospital just a few hundred meters away. Its central location places it within easy reach of downtown St. Paul’s cultural and civic hubs.

Cossetta is recognized for its consistent excellence in food quality and service, reflected in its high customer rating and long-standing reputation as a local favorite. The business is particularly renowned for its panettone, handmade sausages, and seasonal Italian specialties, making it a trusted name for both everyday dining and special occasions.

As a cornerstone of St. Paul’s Little Italy, Cossetta blends generations of tradition with modern culinary artistry, bringing the warmth and richness of Italian hospitality to the heart of the city.