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1. Thai Pop
4.9
Exceptional(690)
Price: Expensive
• Thai • Rochester
Booked 28 times today
Bringing the past to the present, Thailand to Minnesota, and the passion for good food and drinks to you.
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2. Our Paladar
4.9
Exceptional(272)
Price: Expensive
• American • Rochester
Booked 12 times today
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!
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3. Latitude 44
4.7
Exceptional(254)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Rochester
Booked 13 times today
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.
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4. Mill Valley Kitchen
4.6
Exceptional(72)
Price: Moderate
• American • Rochester
Booked 9 times today
Opening 13 years after our original location, Mill Valley Kitchen in Rochester brings an elevated dining experience with a seafood-forward menu and robust wine offerings. Dedicated to sourcing and preparing food as close to its whole state as possible, we provide an inviting indoor dining atmosphere. Join us in a chic and vivacious setting, perfect for healthcare professionals and food enthusiasts alike.
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5. Twigs Tavern & Grille
4.7
Exceptional(883)
Price: Moderate
• American • Rochester
Booked 32 times today
Fresh American Fare at TwigsIn July 2008, Twigs Tavern and Grille opened to bring fresh flavors in a relaxing atmosphere to Rochester, Minnesota. Featuring Rochester's only restaurant with a dedicated gluten-free kitchen and a diverse menu of small plates, entrées, and the Hot Rock, our dishes feature an innovative mix of cultural flavors from around the world and fresh ingredients. Share small plates with your friends or fill up with one amazing entrée. Find a personalized and memorable dining experience waiting for you at Twigs Tavern and Grille.Gluten-Free DiningIn addition to our lunch and dinner menu of soups, salads, sandwiches, and entrées, our restaurant offers one of the most extensive gluten-free menus in Rochester. All gluten-free meals are prepared by our specially trained staff in a separate kitchen area with dedicated equipment to help prevent cross contamination.
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6. Five West Kitchen + Bar
4.7
Exceptional(1004)
Price: Moderate
• American • Rochester
Booked 23 times today
Contemporary American comfort food in an exciting atmosphere.
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7. Pappys Place
4.5
Awesome(27)
Price: Moderate
• American • Rochester
Booked 2 times today
Pappy's Place a Pappas Family Restaurant, Midwest fare with a Flare, Steaks, Seafood, Chops, Burgers, and Rochester's premier salad bar, runner up for Best Steaks, great craft beer, full bar, T.V.S, Weekly and Daily food specials, We are a scratch kitchen and make all our salads, soups and dressings in house, Let Chef Chris and his wife Sheila and there staff take care of all your dinning needs, Locally owned, we live here, hire here, bank here and love it here.
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8. Smoak BBQ - Rochester
4.7
Exceptional(156)
Price: Moderate
• Barbecue • Rochester
Booked 2 times today
SMOAK mixes a modern and casual ambiance with traditional Texas-style BBQ. We want our BBQ to be the ultimate comfort food – flavorful and memorable. Our open dining room features spacious farm tables for large parties, a beautiful bar with smoked handcrafted cocktails, and vast windows and garage doors. SMOAK also features a beautiful patio with a large pergola, string lights, and outdoor bar seating – the perfect spot to relax during those warm summer months.
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9. Red Lobster - Rochester - Highway 14
4.0
Excellent(18)
Price: Moderate
• Seafood • Rochester
Elevate your day at Red Lobster, where fun meets fancy and every meal is a celebration. Whether you’re marking a special occasion or treating yourself or your crew, Red Lobster is the perfect place to enjoy all your seafood favorites. Dive into our signature shrimp, wild caught lobster and crab, and more. Plus, a variety of fish and popular non-seafood items like our Cajun Chicken Linguini Alfredo. Looking for a showstopper? Create Your Own Ultimate Feast or select a Live Maine Lobster straight from the tank. Or explore our Daily Deals with a different special available each weekday at a price you’ll love. Toast the day with Signature Cocktails including Lobster Punch and Main Deck Margarita Flights to make any moment feel festive. You won’t want to miss our newest menu items or special promotions like Lobsterfest and Crabfest. Reserve online today. Group Dining, To Go, or Catering options. For parties of 11+, please call.
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10. Buffalo Wild Wings - Rochester - 16th St.
4.1
Excellent(14)
Price: Moderate
• American • Rochester
Since 1982, Buffalo Wild Wings® (or B-Dubs® as our friends call us) has been the ultimate place to watch the game, have a cold beer and eat some great food. At Buffalo Wild Wings, you can always feel comfortable pulling some tables together with your friends and staying as long as you want.

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  • Mo
    San Francisco Bay Area •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Great service food and ambiance. Love this place.
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    Twigs Tavern & GrillePrice: Moderate• American• Rochester
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    4.7
  • Rene
    Minneapolis - St. Paul •5 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    This was our first time to Latitude 44. We had been to the location previously under different name and management. It was an excellent dining experience- the food, service, and ambiance were all amazing.
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    Latitude 44Price: Expensive• Contemporary American• Rochester
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    4.7
  • Carla Thelen
    Minneapolis - St. Paul •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 7 days ago
    A lovely evening with a good friend. The service was fast, but not pushy, and the food was delicious. Just the right size for an entrée, not too big or too little. Salads were enough for a meal. Fish was glistening and wonderful, and the quinoa underneath with miso on the side was the perfect pairing.
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    Mill Valley KitchenPrice: Moderate• American• Rochester
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    4.6
  • Bkgtennis
    South Dakota •4 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Mar 19, 2025
    Always a great experience at Thai Pop. Tried the lemongrass chicken which was great. Great service.
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    Thai PopPrice: Expensive• Thai• Rochester
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    4.9
  • Jai Kumar
    Nebraska •1 review
    5.0
    Dined on Mar 17, 2025
    This is the best restaurant in town. Every time I bring visitors from out of town here, they look forward to coming back to Rochester and enjoying a meal here. The waiters are especially kind, friendly, and make an effort to make sure you’re as comfortable as possible. The pasta here (any dish) rivals much of what I have had in my time in Italy. The wine selection is amazing. The atmosphere is incredible. I have made many good memories at this restaurant and look forward to returning.
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    Our PaladarPrice: Expensive• American• Rochester
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    4.9

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