Restaurants in Rochester

“pork belly string bean stir fry was very good. clean, very nice staff. very good food!”

“This place rocks! Wonderful customer service, friendly staff (Hola Enrique!!!), delicious and fresh food, fast and affordable. Five stars!!! Cinco estrellas!!!”

“Bloom is such an amazing, yummy, healthy choice for breakfast or lunch or even dinner! Always feel great after eating there and so many choices!!! My favorite is the Nest bowl with Matcha instead of cacao in it! Friendly atmosphere and cute place!”

“Incredible experience at the chefs counter. Attentive service, warm hospitality + thoughtful food.”

“I love the Friday fish fry because it is so much value for the money and tastes great. The baked goods are incredible too. Been going there for years and in all that time only once I didn't care for an item, the fries, but the staff made new ones and they earned my respect.”

“A good place to take the family with lots of flavors. I had a scoop of salty caramel and a scoop of chocolate and peanut butter. These tasted yummy together in the same cup.”

“Went here for the first time with our 2 kids and we were not disappointed! One of our kids has a milk, peanut, and tree nut allergy and we were so pleased to see there were options for her! Loved all of the flavor choices and how unique this place is! Would recommend to anyone who is looking for a sweet treat!

Dietary restrictions: They have dairy free options”

“Absolutely love this place! Extremely clean, super friendly staff! Went in today to get a bowl and the location owner was working himself! Super nice guy, very informative about the bowls! One of my new favorites! Thank you!”

“Flavorful evening with Our Paladar - from the wine list (which included less know, interesting wines versus the same old) to the interesting dishes, we left feeling extremely satisfied. Super Brussels Sprouts salad, my palate LOVED the Caesar salad, Sable fish (black cod) dish was wow, braised short rib risotto satiatingly delicious. They carry G.D.Vajra’s Claré J.C. Langhe Nebbiolo🍷too. One of the best restos in Rochester that any foodie cannot miss!”

“First time in! I had the Chicken Alfredo, and it was very delicious! Just what I was looking for. Nice atmosphere, friendly and smiley staff! JJ was very polite and did a great job! He was very attentive and made sure everything I had was good! To the kitchen staff, keep up the great work! I will be back!”

“What a find this Saturday for brunch! Superb food, great service, lovely atmosphere and live music to boot! We will be back whenever we are in Rochester again.”

“The seafood perlou is amazing! Service was top notch!”

“I have eaten here since I was a child and I'm 60 years old. I also worked there for 8 years when I was much younger and I can testify that they use real ingredients. That's why this is still my go to pizza place. They shred their cheese off the block, so it's fresh and delicious. They also make their sauce from scratch with a secret family recipe handed down for generations. The lunch server woman is incredible as well.”

“First visit and it was amazing. Had a smashburger & fell in love. it was soo yummy. Took a philly cheesecake home to the hubby & he was totally impressed & that's saying a lot. Oh, and I also took home the mini dounts & they are better than any I've ever had. i want to go back tomorrow. 🙂”

“Working in Rochester, I found this little jewel of a restaurant. Had a Salmon Bowl. It was so good! Fresh and crunchy tasting.I would highly recommend it.”

“It's absolutely beautiful inside and the food is so incredibly good. The prices are more than fair for both quantity and quality. Handsdown favorite place we have visited in a very long time. The Son In Law Eggs and the Bankok Belly Bites were a crowdpleaser. My sister loved her Street Salad with Candied Shrimp for a lighter bite. My husband devoured his Pork Belly and Rice. And I am living for the Tom Kha soup with shrimp. Best I've ever had in the US and the tiny mushrooms made me feel magical and faelike. 10/10 wish I lived across the street.”

“Amazing place, a great asset in our community!”

“We've been there 5 times as a family and it's been delicious every single time. You have to try the cheese curds, people from Elgin!”

“great ambiance, excellent service, impressive menu, delicious food”

“This place is AMAZING. First off the food and service are incredible. But what keeps my family going again and again is the fact that they are SO sweet about medical stuff (being right by Mayo that is HUGE). I can recall several examples of the staff being supportive towards my mom who has been living with end stage cancer for years now. We go EVERY appointment and surgery scheduled in Rochester. In fact - we are going tonight!”

“Very good lunch. I had the Ahi shareable and French onion soup. Both were very good. There was so much cheese on the soup it was almost hard to eat.

My daughter had grilled cheese and tomato soup. She said that was good also.

Our server was great, I wish I would have his name.

There were 2 groups of parents and kids in there. The kids and the parents sat at separate tables so as you can image no supervision and extremely loud and annoying. Not the restaurants fault at all.

Pricey for lunch, $80 with tip for 2 people. No alcohol either.”

“Definitely will go back! The best spaghetti and meatballs around. I love Italian but the bruschetta was not great. Had no seasoning or something so I was a bit disappointed in that ! But overall , great meal and friendly servers!”

“Amazing service with tasty food! Everyone is so nice and welcoming and they have a large menu of all great food! I genuinely recommend eating here!”

“Absolutely perfect steaks! Amazing quality meat and wine and great service. I’m always incredibly satisfied after eating at RC and this was pbbly the best steak I ever had. Five stars all around! Thank you!”

“went here for the first time today! im so glad we came here. this was an incredible experience. our server was an absolute sweetheart and the sushi was absolutely premium quality. I got the all you can eat. had some shrimp and calamari tempura, Phoenix roll, new crazy roll, futa maki, and royal roll. the phoenix was a very strong start, a great first roll. the new crazy roll was my first time trying deep fried sushi, I had no idea what to expect but never could have expected what I got. it blew my mind. Futa Maki was a great roll to have after the crazy roll because the crazy roll is very bold and the futs maki was milder and simpler. a delicious high quality pallette cleanser and a great transition into the Royal Roll. which was my favorite one. the lobster sauce was sweet, the presentation was gorgeous. like everything else, the flavor was high quality and the roll was expertly crafted. I will be back. thank you. pictured here is my phoenix roll”

“Love ichi Tokyo for their all you can eat sushi! Truly such a good value for excellent food. Perfect to end with some ice cream. Our server was very friendly and attentive.”

“What a great place to foster a solid music scene in Rochester MN! Steve, Rosei, and the rest of the gang really do what they must to curate great music at this taco joint. This Saturday night was my 5th time performing there, and every time was a blast! Not only do they cater to local musicians, but they are a gem for touring acts like myself as well. If you want to meet other music nerds like myself, and do much more, I would highly recommend coming out to Taco Jed and immersing yourself in this incredible music scene!”

“Chip Shots was a great place for our latest family celebration! We started with appetizers, ordered a variety of meals and ended with amazing their apple fritter dessert! Thanks to the Chip Shot staff and Nick Vreeman for taking care of our party, they took care of everything. We highly recommend you stop by, check out their new menu items and enjoy the atmosphere.”

“First time and definitely won’t be the last! My daughter tried the strawberry smoothie with Tapioca Boba and the orange tea with Strawberry Boba. Both were amazing! And the lady working was so nice and helpful! Will definitely be going back!”

“We reserved the party room. Food was hot and ready in the room when we got there. Delicious! Very friendly staff and reasonable prices.”

“Everything we've tried from here has been great!... we especially love the loaded nachos and the rolled tacos are amazing! and this last Friday I tried the Pazole and it was awesome I'll be back next Friday for more!”

“This is the best place in the town to have ice cream even in the late night hours. We go there to have ice cream, often, the softy cone or Sundae. We enjoy this place a lot. There is a lot of parking space available and you can get vanilla softy cone just in few bucks.”

“Great food, staff is wonderful and never forget to pack anything! I love this Dennys location!

Dietary restrictions: They are great at making accommodations”

“Always my favorite place for a healthy sweet treat! The best customer service and so many options, no matter your dietary needs! 10/10 🫶🏻”

“Best Birria tacos I'll ever have! was a great first time experience. hope to come back soon. Manager Eddie was such a sweetheart ❤️ worth the money! :)”

“Had such a great dinner here!. Fun trying new foods and great beer. Staff was outstanding.”

“I can't believe it's taken us this long to eat here. The food was delicious. There a some very good Mexican Restaurants in Rochester, but only two of them stand out as tasting original to this guy. The enchiladas were amazing and my wife's tacos were very good. Try this place.”

“Great local cafe to grab some food with your friends or family. When inside you feel like you are in a small town restaurant and the waitresses know most of the usual customers who are in there. The food is very good and prices are great. Definitely worth checking out if you're in the area.”

“This is the only restaurant that I have worked at that I will ALWAYS come back to. For the atmosphere, live music, the incredible staff (no, not favoring because I worked here, totally different staff), the food is consistent and the drinks- chefs kiss (Ryan is FANTASTIC)! Something about coming here is like coming home, it's very cozy and intimate! A best kept secret of Rochester for sure! I must add that the staff are seemingly genuine and you can tell they enjoy their jobs- not like other restaurants where you get a fake nice.”

“I would recommend this place 1000 times if I could! We arrived there 15 minutes before closing and were received with great hospitality regardless! The food is awesome and everything tasted fresh! Very delicious food and great costumer service!”

“We moved from NJ to MN and have been searching for good NY style pizza for YEARS! It was so nostalgic to open this pizza box and start eating. I felt like we had flown back to NY and were eating at a restaurant with “best pizza” neons in the window. We will absolutely be back and soon! The white, plain and pepperoni pies were exactly what we were hoping for when we ordered. Online ordering for pickup was easy and the folks behind the counter were kind, attentive and so friendly. If you want the best pizza in SE MN, please eat here.”

“Excellent service. First time trying and they asked questions and made suggestions to be sure I got the best sandwich. Next visit I plan to try the Wings!”

“We stopped at Cafe Steam this afternoon for the first time. I had the absolute best iced chai tea latte I’ve ever had. Nothing compares. The hot tea was spot on as well. Definitely a must-stop at place in a Rochester. Excellent, friendly service as well.”

“1st time in and had a great experience!!! Sky took amazing care of us at the bar, giving tons of great recommendations of what not to miss out on!!! Fun atmosphere, great food and amazing service we would definitely recommend checking it out if you’re in the area!”

“The workers are always so sweet and patient. I go in with my niece and nephew and they love it. The workers have given them boba stickers. we love the flair of their tea and the flavors. Awesome business.”

“The food is freshly made, right in front of you. It’s the best Philly cheesesteak I’ve ever had (Philly Ranch)! The fresh cut fries are never cold or soggy. One of my orders was made online while I was in the PICU with my son. Of course, he woke up when I attempted to lay him down to go across the street to get it when I got the text it was done, so I wasn’t going to be able to pick it up in a timely manner. I called and let them know I was still going to come get my food but it wasn’t going to be right away. They told me just to call when I would be coming and they would make me a whole new meal! 🖤”

“I would recommend this place 1000 times if I could! We arrived there 15 minutes before closing and were received with great hospitality regardless! The food is awesome and everything tasted fresh! Very delicious food and great costumer service!”

“Very friendly folks that own Red’s. The pizza was one of the best I have ever had. It was worth traveling from Texas to eat here!”

“El servicio al cliente fue fabuloso el lugar súper limpio y los precios súper accesibles recomiendo al 100% la michoacana de Rochester Minnesota”

“I rarely write reveiws BUT this CULVERS DESERVE A HUGE 5 STARS. YES FISH,COFFEE,CUSTARD WAS INCREDIABLE BUT THE REAL CHERRY ON THE ICING WAS THE AMAZING SERVICE. BEV your smile, going the extra mile in SERVICE MADE OUR DAY!!! THANKYOU SO SO MUCH.”

“We got there at 11:00am and Mary was the hostess...she was so wonderful in a very stressful time...they were packed and she got us seated quick...my wife uses a walker !!! Great experience !”

“Fast thinking with taking call in orders from your car ( the number was on their big sign) in the parking lot along with the drive through.”

“I've been looking for a restaurant that serves food similar to the food my Moroccan grandma made--this place nailed it! loved their kafta and hummus. the chicken and lamb were cooked to perfection.”

“Visited on 2/23/2025 for dinner, had Guinness fish and chips. One of the best meals I've had in a long time. My wife had Shepard's pie and she raved about it. Ashley G was our server that day and was excellent. Was so good we went back for lunch 2/26/2025. I had the Celtic Meat loaf, and my wife had Shepard's pie again. Chris W. was our server and was also excellent. For the atmosphere and service wad above pare and prices were very reasonable. I would whole hardily recommend you eat here if you visit Rochester, MN”

“I've tried a few pumpkin lattes from various locations in the past week and Caribou has the best tasting pumpkin latte of them all. Very enjoyable.

Parking: The parking lot has lines on the pavement where you are expected to drive and stop your vehicles within the lines for an orderly arrival and departure process. It worked well for me.”

“What a find! This little gem it set inside of a beautiful and peaceful nursery and serves an authentic and impressive flat white! We also loved the lavender lemonade which was resonant with flavor of real lavender and was a perfect little drink. Lovely friendly staff and lots of comfortable seating. Dog friendly which is another big plus.”

“Great place close to the clinics. Fast service. Not a great place to sit and enjoy beverages but perfect to walk in and walk out. Nice tables on sidewalks during warm months.”

“I like their caramel macchiato, it's sweet!! Also the staff is so kind & knowledgeable.”

“Great street tacos, both asada and chorizo. Everything is made in-house, and the flavors are marvelous!”

“Great food, wonderful service and nice atmosphere! My favorite item on the menu is the cappuccino! I highly recommend!”

“Stuffed pizza is great.

Vegetarian options: Lots of veggies to put on your pizza or to have on a crustless pizza.

Dietary restrictions: They have gluten free and keto friendly options.”

“I visited Spyhouse Coffee Roasters in Rochester on a quiet Sunday morning, and it instantly stood out as a refined, intentional space that takes coffee seriously. From the moment I stepped in, the aroma of freshly ground beans and the clean, modern aesthetic created a calm and inviting atmosphere. The space is beautifully designed—minimalist yet warm, with large windows that flood the room with natural light, perfect for a slow morning or catching up on reading.

I ordered a single-origin pour-over and a croissant, and both exceeded expectations. The coffee was exceptionally well-brewed—bright, layered, and clearly sourced with care. The baristas were friendly but not overbearing; they knew their craft and were happy to explain the tasting notes. I also appreciated that they offered alternative milk options and had a thoughtful, small menu of pastries that paired well with their drinks.

What I loved most about Spyhouse was its balance between sophistication and comfort. It’s not just a place to grab a quick coffee—it invites you to stay, sip, and enjoy the experience. Whether you’re a coffee enthusiast or just want a beautiful spot to unwind in Rochester, Spyhouse delivers both in quality and atmosphere. I’ll definitely return next time I’m in town.
Note: Tipping is important here, if you don't tip they don't serve you as a best customer.”

“Excellent coffee and breakfast items. Staff at Caribou at the west circle location never have a bad day, always seem to adore their jobs. Thank you Sabrina, Lyndsey, Katie, and DV!!”

“We had an amazing girls night out. Andy was incredibly knowledgeable , friendly, and so kind. An absolute charming soul who would not steer you wrong. We are definitely coming back!”

“Fuzzys Italian ice has the best Italian ice in Rochester. Their customer service was fast, nice, and reliable. Would 10/10 recommend and go again.”

“My favorite tacos in town. Food is always fresh and staff are amazing!”

“Best tacos in Rochester the pastor is amazing and the prices are very good too always leave full”

“The food is amazing!!! They are very friendly!!”

“What a fun and delicious place to eat!!! Service was fast and friendly. Prices were extremely reasonable! Food was authentic and amazing! I cannot wait to go back!”

“Oxtails 🔥 🔥 Great location, and I loved the music in the restaurant.”

“Amazing options of food and drinks”

“Amazing food amazing crew!”

“Great food!! Great people!”

“Delicious Burritos and Bowls, very friendly staff!!!”

“Honestly the best shawerma in MN you feel like it’s home and hummus is something else just wow. I will definitely come again. The owner was so sweet”

“1st time eating there tonight. Very helpful, very friendly, food was amazing! Definitely going back! Steak chicken rice number 12 i think.”

“Always a good time. Making your own menu.”

“Great coffee and friendly, helpful staff who care about their products and customers! We look forward to returning soon.”

“I rarely write reveiws BUT this CULVERS DESERVE A HUGE 5 STARS. YES FISH,COFFEE,CUSTARD WAS INCREDIABLE BUT THE REAL CHERRY ON THE ICING WAS THE AMAZING SERVICE. BEV your smile, going the extra mile in SERVICE MADE OUR DAY!!! THANKYOU SO SO MUCH.”

“Brought our kids/grandkids out for pizza. two extra large and one gluten free. The pizzas had generous toppings and cheese and quality tasting ingredients. The GF pizza was wonderful...rare for GF. Really nice waitress as well!”

“We love Kingdom Buffet and go there regularly. There are so many reasons -- delicious mushrooms, green beans, chicken on a stick, sweet and very fresh fruits. There Mongolian grill is also a wonderful option. We highly recommend.”

“The food is wonderful and the stuffing is delicious .The atmosphere and service couldn’t be better. Feels good to sit down and be out of the clinic setting with out having to leave the hotel.”

“Working in Rochester, I found this little jewel of a restaurant. Had a Salmon Bowl. It was so good! Fresh and crunchy tasting.I would highly recommend it.”

“would highly recommend and great staff!”

“Visited on 2/23/2025 for dinner, had Guinness fish and chips. One of the best meals I've had in a long time. My wife had Shepard's pie and she raved about it. Ashley G was our server that day and was excellent. Was so good we went back for lunch 2/26/2025. I had the Celtic Meat loaf, and my wife had Shepard's pie again. Chris W. was our server and was also excellent. For the atmosphere and service wad above pare and prices were very reasonable. I would whole hardily recommend you eat here if you visit Rochester, MN”

“Pro = Great nachos Con = do not recycle”

“Thank you Linda for adding the Pi Salad to the Tilda's Menu like we had requested. It is one of our 3 favorite salads in Rochester and we happily ordered it tonight with our pizza. We just love your two pizza joints! We got to see Bella in action too. She is very sweet. Your pizzas are amazing!”

“Great food, atmosphere and chef! Wednesday night date night is a great deal as well. Will definitely return!”

“Best and biggest wings in town! The pizza puffs are also amazing! Can’t wait to go back. A must visit!!😍”

“Clean and very good ..great customer service”

“Delicious! House made pizza sauce is flavorful, perfect on the thin, crisp crust, probably one of the best pizzas in Rochester. Amazing house made ranch and blue cheese dressings, lettuce is fresh. We will definitely be back.”

“It's hard to find a restaurant with consistantly AWESOME food but Sorellina's is just that restaurant!”

“Best tacos in Rochester the pastor is amazing and the prices are very good too always leave full”

“I love the Friday fish fry because it is so much value for the money and tastes great. The baked goods are incredible too. Been going there for years and in all that time only once I didn't care for an item, the fries, but the staff made new ones and they earned my respect.”

“The Food and Staff were amazing”

“Long wait time and messed up my order but cookies where decent some where hard

Parking: There's like 8 parking spots

Kid-friendliness: U can bring ur kids”

“Food was wonderful and everone was so friendly!Shout out to all the wait staff who talked to me more than my date did! 😊”

“We got there at 11:00am and Mary was the hostess...she was so wonderful in a very stressful time...they were packed and she got us seated quick...my wife uses a walker !!! Great experience !”

“Food is amazing with great presentation! Will definitely return here.”

“First time in! I had the Chicken Alfredo, and it was very delicious! Just what I was looking for. Nice atmosphere, friendly and smiley staff! JJ was very polite and did a great job! He was very attentive and made sure everything I had was good! To the kitchen staff, keep up the great work! I will be back!”

“great ambiance, excellent service, impressive menu, delicious food”

“Everything we've tried from here has been great!... we especially love the loaded nachos and the rolled tacos are amazing! and this last Friday I tried the Pazole and it was awesome I'll be back next Friday for more!”

“First time here had Randy and he suggested the Brisket Rangoon Flatbread. OMG AMAZING! We both did combo plates pulled pork ,brisket, half chicken and smoked turkey. Must try the cream corn! Trust me you won't go home hungry but happy!”

“Visited on 2/23/2025 for dinner, had Guinness fish and chips. One of the best meals I've had in a long time. My wife had Shepard's pie and she raved about it. Ashley G was our server that day and was excellent. Was so good we went back for lunch 2/26/2025. I had the Celtic Meat loaf, and my wife had Shepard's pie again. Chris W. was our server and was also excellent. For the atmosphere and service wad above pare and prices were very reasonable. I would whole hardily recommend you eat here if you visit Rochester, MN”

“pork belly string bean stir fry was very good. clean, very nice staff. very good food!”

“We moved from NJ to MN and have been searching for good NY style pizza for YEARS! It was so nostalgic to open this pizza box and start eating. I felt like we had flown back to NY and were eating at a restaurant with “best pizza” neons in the window. We will absolutely be back and soon! The white, plain and pepperoni pies were exactly what we were hoping for when we ordered. Online ordering for pickup was easy and the folks behind the counter were kind, attentive and so friendly. If you want the best pizza in SE MN, please eat here.”

“Amazing service with tasty food! Everyone is so nice and welcoming and they have a large menu of all great food! I genuinely recommend eating here!”

“Clean, have playing area, I enjoy Friday nights with my kids in chick-fil-A”