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Diners' Choice: Best Overall restaurants in Rochester

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Updated February 05, 2025

Looking for the best overall restaurants in Rochester? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!


A photo of Thai Pop restaurant
4.9
4.9 (675)
$31 to $50
Thai
Rochester
About the restaurant
Bringing the past to the present, Thailand to Minnesota, and the passion for good food and drinks to you.
Top review
Michelle
Dined 5 days ago
Great place for lunch! Our server was amazing! She had great suggestions! The food was amazing, and the portions were great. The flavors tased fresh, you could tell the food is made daily with fresh herbs! There was so much we ended up boxing up part of it to take home!
A photo of Our Paladar restaurant
4.9
4.9 (259)
$31 to $50
American
Rochester
About the restaurant
Chefs Nick Diaz and Kiefer Manning have been hard at work renovating the historic Chicago & Great Western Railroad Depot into a cozy and inviting restaurant for you to enjoy. Our Paladar offers a locally sourced, seasonal dinner menu most evenings. You can look forward to handmade breads and pastas along with small and main plates. Patio seating is available when the season allows. The team at Our Paladar cannot wait to welcome you!
Top review
PamelaVIP
Dined on Feb 1, 2025
Fantastic experience. Food and service both excellent. Everyone was very welcoming and seemed truly glad that you had come. Noise level was very manageable. Will definitely go back.
A photo of Bleu Duck Kitchen restaurant
4.8
4.8 (1305)
$31 to $50
American
Rochester
About the restaurant
Our Chef’s take inspiration from Billy Madison who drew a blue duck because he had never seen one before, and he wanted to see a blue duck! Well, since our chefs love classic Adam Sandler humor and innovative cooking, we thought that Bleu Duck was the perfect name to showcase our fun environment and staff as well as our unique and creative menu. Just like Billy, we like to try things that you’ve never seen before! 
 
Bleu Duck Kitchen and Oyster Bar is a full service restaurant that provides a fun and welcoming atmosphere where white linens meet a casual feel to create the new concept of “fun-dining”. Co-Owners Erik Kleven and Jennifer Lester regard each customer as a welcomed friend, and aim to provide them with an experience that is both personal and unique every time they visit.

Top review
Bill
Dined 5 days ago
Went here with my Girlfriend, we had a very nice time. Only downside was the noise. I thought the music was just a little too loud
A photo of Terza Ristorante restaurant
4.8
4.8 (1954)
$30 and under
Italian
Rochester
About the restaurant
Welcome to Terza.
Terza was created in the spirit of Dell’ Anima which means “soul of the pasta” and celebrating the bountiful flavors of Italy with friends & family. We are committed to Organic Glen plum tomatoes, sustainable Norwegian salmon, fresh fish and wild caught calamari. All of our recipes, fresh pastas and desserts are hand-crafted in house with amoré!

Top review
David
Dined 3 days ago
The service was good. Our server was very polite and knowledgeable. The food choices we had were good.
A photo of Five West Kitchen + Bar restaurant
4.7
4.7 (983)
$30 and under
American
Rochester
About the restaurant
Contemporary American comfort food in an exciting atmosphere.
Top review
Jane
Dined 1 day ago
Great food and service. Quinwa chicken salad was amazing
A photo of Ruth's Chris Steak House - Rochester restaurant
4.7
4.7 (105)
$50 and over
Steakhouse
Rochester
About the restaurant
Ruth's Chris Steak House specializes in serving USDA Prime steaks, each seared to perfection, finished with butter and freshly chopped parsley, and served sizzling on a 500-degree plate. We invite you to join us in Rochester, MN!
Top review
Mary
Dined 1 day ago
Social-ice (?) was going on so the thumpin’ bass was a turn off. Not the fault of RC. Waitress was so-so. Not what I expected at a high end restaurant
A photo of Juniper's restaurant
4.8
4.8 (175)
$31 to $50
American
Lanesboro
About the restaurant
Fast casual cuisine by Executive Chef Tyler Shipton consists of a more inviting sit-down ambiance with counter side ordering and food delivered to your table. Fast Casual has something for everyone and welcomes all, including vegetarian, allergy friendly, families & kids.

Award winning burgers - Handmade pastas and soups - organic/scratch kitchen - rotating season items and chef’s specials
Hand crafted cocktails, wines from around the world, rotating craft beer on tap
Located along the stunning Root River - Lanesboro, MN
*Indoor dining (April/May/November/December)
*Outdoor dining (Memorial weekend to to mid October)


Top review
Julie
Dined on Dec 21, 2024
What a great little local spot with friendly staff and fantastic food! We came here for a dinner before seeing a play at a local theater and it was the perfect date night!
A photo of Latitude 44 restaurant
4.7
4.7 (234)
$31 to $50
Contemporary American
Rochester
About the restaurant
Latitude 44 is a Modern American restaurant, featuring thoughtful food and beverage offerings within an energetic, casual chic ambiance. Our service driven mentality provides a welcoming and memorable experience for each guest.

Located in the historic Castle building in downtown Rochester, MN, Latitude 44 delivers an unparalleled atmosphere whether our guests are dining or enjoying an evening of cocktails in our comfortably appointed cocktail lounge.

The kitchen creations are driven by award winning “Chef Spiccoli” who utilizes his talents to bring an elevated, yet welcoming approach to both traditional and modern cuisine.

The cocktail program consists of an array of offerings from playful to sophisticated. Our mixologists have an extensive knowledge of both wine and spirts.

Simply stated, Latitude 44 is a "vibe" you don't want to miss.




Top review
Jean
Dined 4 days ago
Food was delicious, great service, elegant (but fun!) atmosphere.
A photo of Chester's Kitchen & Bar restaurant
4.7
4.7 (1484)
$30 and under
American
Rochester
About the restaurant
Welcome to Chester's .
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Call us at 507-424-1211 for your reservation needs today.
Casual Upscale Dining in the Heart of Downtown Rochester, Minnesota. Made-from-scratch food with layers of flavor.

Large Patio Seating (In season), Garden Atrium and Private Dining.
Named Rochester's Best Restaurant 2018!
Rochester's Favorite Dessert 2020 - Banana Cream Pie!
Serving Rotisserie Chicken, Lavash Pizza, Steaks, Seafood, Burgers, Salads and Much More... Made Fresh Daily!!
Specific tables are never guaranteed. Due to popularity and weather conditions, we do not accept reservations for the Patio or Bar Booths (first come first serve basis).

Top review
Michelle
Dined 2 days ago
Excellent dinner and service…Kevin was fantastic!!
A photo of CRAVE - Rochester restaurant
4.6
4.6 (973)
$30 and under
American
Rochester
About the restaurant
CRAVE American Kitchen & Sushi Bar was built out of a passion to create a dining experience unlike any other. We combine quality-sourced ingredients, chic ambiance, outstanding service, and diverse menu choices to create an unforgettable dining experience. The energy of the restaurant is all encompassing – the buzz of guests and staff, the warm and open design, the modern sushi bar, the fresh spin on American cuisine, and the sense of discovery around every corner. A CRAVE guest will leave knowing they experienced just the right mix of great food, entertainment, and service in what can only be defined as The CRAVE Experience.
Top review
Kimberly
Dined on Jan 24, 2025
Our server, Erica, was fantastic!! We will defbe back!!
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