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Thai Pop, Rochester, MN

Thai Pop

4.8
4.8
436 Reviews
$31 to $50
Thai
Bringing the past to the present, Thailand to Minnesota, and the passion for good food and drinks to you.

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2 people

9:30 PM


Booked 24 times today
Experiences are available.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Cuisines

    Thai, Cocktail Bar, Vegetarian / Vegan

  • Hours of operation

    Mon 2:00 pm–9:00 pm Tue–Thu 11:00 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–10:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (507) 226-8146

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Owned/operated by

    Asian and Pacific Islander, Women

  • Executive chef

    Chef Annie Balow

  • Private party facilities

    Our Private Event Space can accommodate up to 35 people. Please call us for more details and to reserve your event today!

  • Neighborhood

    Rochester

  • Cross street

    On Historic 3rd Street

  • Parking details

    There is also parking at the 3rd Street Ramp. Parking is Free on the weekends. During weekdays, Parking at the ramp is free for the first TWO hours and FREE after 4:00 pm.

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Authentic Thai cuisine in Rochester!

    Multiple dates available
    Chef Annie’s love for cooking started when she moved to the United States in 2012. She thinks about food all day; what it looks like, what it tastes like, and most of all, how it makes people feel connected and content. For Annie, cooking is a passion, a legacy, and a bridge. Cooking is a way for her to feel joy honoring her mother and her first home by serving the people in her new community. That is why Annie and her husband Ryan, a Rochester native, created ThaiPop. It is a labor of love to bring two homes and two worlds together in one place, to honor all who came before by serving all who gather today and tomorrow.

What 436 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

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  • Minneapolis - St. Paul

    Innovative

  • Minneapolis - St. Paul

    Hot spot

  • Rochester

    Best Overall

  • Rochester

    Best Food

  • Rochester

    Best Service

  • Rochester

    Best Ambiance

  • Rochester

    Best Value

  • Rochester

    Healthy

  • Rochester

    Neighborhood gem

  • Rochester

    Romantic

  • Rochester

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  1. OpenTable Diner

    Cincinnati

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall4food5service4ambience4
    The food is always amazing here! Such a fun restaurant!
  2. Beth

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Awesome food and great ambience! Special thanks to our servers who made our birthday celebration very special!
  3. EvanB

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fantastic food that was beautifuly plated. Our server was very friendly and helpful. The owner was also present and very friendly when stopping by to ask if we were enjoying our meal.
  4. jRoy

    Minneapolis

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Enchanted dining experience! Excellent staff, very knowledgeable about menu. Wonderful menu with variety and fresh, unique entrees. All three entrees exploded with flavor, the Coconut Brisket was phenomenal! Annie’s Toast dessert was incredible. Generous portions made for tasty leftovers the next day. Energetic environment with the warmth of being invited into Annie’s home. We are already planning return next week! Thank you Annie & Team for a memorable experience!
  5. LynMarie

    Minneapolis

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food and service were great. Would certainly go again and highly recommend it.
  6. OpenTable Diner

    Fayetteville

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was great, drinks were amazing as usual and service was perfect.
  7. MariahS

    Minneapolis

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We loved it so much, we bought one of their cool t-shirts!
  8. XaviT

    Minneapolis

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food & service. Easily accommodated our last minute reservation.
  9. AdisaV

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food, great service! Their new speakeasy has a very fun atmosphere and the drinks were great!
  10. OpenTable Diner

    Minneapolis

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on March 8, 2023

    overall4food5service3ambience1
    Food is always excellent. But there must be a way to make a part of the restaurant not so darn noisy! It is not a place to take anyone you want to have a conversation with!
  11. WillJ

    Minneapolis

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on February 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This was my second time eating at Thai Pop (I live an hour away in La Crosse) and it was awesome! I had the house curry and it was fantastic - it was ridiculously flavorful and while it had some spice, it was just enough to be able to neutralize it with a few sips of water. I ordered the bourbon drink off the menu and it was delicious. Also, love the environment! A cool mix of modern fun and classic mom and pop Asian restaurant with live plants everywhere. Great job Thai Pop, thanks for making Southeastern MN/WI a better place. By the way, service was great, too! Our server greeted us immediately and was spot on the rest of the meal.
  12. DevJ

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The most gorgeous atmosphere! I didn’t want to leave. Fantastic food & service!
  13. SH18

    Minneapolis

    15 reviews

    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on February 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    So delicious! We had a great table for our larger party! Service was fantastic! Food was amazing!
  14. JodyR

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    From the time we arrived with a reservation to the time we left everything was fantastic. The food was absolutely wonderful, the drinks were great. Love the decor and all the plants. Definitely add this one to our list when we have to return to Rochester!
  15. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Delicious food and wonderful atmosphere! Can’t wait to go back and try more dishes!
  16. JulieG

    St. Louis

    14 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on February 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My friends and I ate there for a birthday celebration. The service was friendly and fast. The food was delicious!!! Everyone enjoyed what they ordered.
  17. CoryM

    Minneapolis

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great for date nights! I also love the unique drinks.
  18. OpenTable Diner

    Minneapolis

    18 reviews

    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on February 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Great Valentines Day date. Already planning a return. Helpful recommendations from server. Fun place!
  19. KrisW

    Minneapolis

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 14, 2023

    overall2food2service4ambience1
    Table was sticky. Was informed their cleaning solution was taking off the varnish on the table.
  20. OpenTable Diner

    Minneapolis

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Love the papaya salad. Love the cocktails. Spice level upped to extra spicy was perfect for the non-Minnesota eaters! Great service, and don’t forget Anne’s dessert with the caramelized toast, definitely for two to share!
  21. Gena

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing food. Amazing service. Amazing drinks. Amazing atmosphere.
  22. Dine4Mine

    Minneapolis

    30 reviews

    5.0

    30 reviews

    Dined on February 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Absolutely delicious!
  23. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Birthday! Love the way the staff just allowed us time to talk without feeling rushed.
  24. OpenTable Diner

    Atlanta Metro

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on January 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing food, drinks, and service - as always! Staff is fantastic, and the authentic Thai cuisine is phenomenal! A must eat whenever we’re in Rochester.
  25. Dji01

    Chicago

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on January 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great authentic Thai food!
  26. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 18, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience5
    I wanted to enjoy a glass of wine before dinner but was rushed to order. Food was interesting. Probably excellent if you’re adventurous with new flavors
  27. OpenTable Diner

    Minneapolis

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on January 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The staff was incredibly kind and attentive. The food is amazing. Love the pad thai, by far my favorite I’ve ever had!
  28. LILY

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Loved this place ! Gorgeous decor that was definitely appreciated by this plant lover. The food was absolutely amazing, and the drinks didn’t disappoint either. Highly recommend this restaurant.
  29. MN08

    Kansas City

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 7, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience5
    Can’t go wrong with anything. If there is a pepper sign next to it, the fish is quite spicy!
  30. BarbH

    Minneapolis

    25 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    25 reviews

    Dined on January 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Exceptional food and service ; and great wine too!
  31. BrennaC

    Chicago

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on January 6, 2023

    overall4food3service5ambience5
    The menu is always changing, but they keep some favorite son-in-law's and make sure you try the mock tails. I have found my favorite but, try to try new things! I really enjoy how the owner comes around to see how things are going! So yum ! Make sure you try it! The ambience is spot on. I love it really!
  32. Bria

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 6, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Fun place to eat, great atmosphere. Food was hit or miss but everyone said they would go back again and try something different.
  33. dkmom

    Chicago

    35 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    35 reviews

    Dined on January 4, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience3
    The Tom yum bowls are to die for. Ok drinks but they are waaay too sweet. In fact had to leave my iced drink and just drink water because it was so sweet my throat was hurting. The flavors really on the point but some dishes a little too Americanized and sweet and fatty. Other dishes tales you rigjt back to Bangkok. Spicyness level varies and surprised it is not consistent. Service friendly and they fo recognize repeat guests which gives a good Vibe
  34. StaceyH

    Las Vegas

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 2, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    This restraunt is fabulous!!! I would highly recommend.
  35. PravinK

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on January 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Loved the food, ambience and service. They were able to accommodate special cocktail requests and adjust fir food sauce preferences.
  36. doreenn

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 31, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Absolutely fabulous experience. The staff were amazing, food was the best around. Highly, highly, did I say highly recommend?
  37. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 30, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food is always amazing!
  38. SH18

    Minneapolis

    16 reviews

    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on December 29, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fabulous food and service! Always a treat to go!
  39. OpenTable Diner

    Minneapolis

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 28, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Service was excellent as was the ambiance! Variety of food for everyone.
  40. OpenTable Diner

    Toledo

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 23, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Favorite restaurant in Rochester. Great drinks as well.

FAQs

Thai Pop is rated 4.8 stars by 436 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

9:30 PM


Booked 24 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Thai Pop

4 3rd St SW, Rochester, MN 55902-3019

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street

    On Historic 3rd Street

  • Neighborhood

    Rochester

  • Hours of operation

    Mon 2:00 pm–9:00 pm Tue–Thu 11:00 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–10:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    Thai, Cocktail Bar, Vegetarian / Vegan

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Parking details

    There is also parking at the 3rd Street Ramp. Parking is Free on the weekends. During weekdays, Parking at the ramp is free for the first TWO hours and FREE after 4:00 pm.

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Owned/operated by

    Asian and Pacific Islander, Women

  • Executive chef

    Chef Annie Balow

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

  • Phone number

    (507) 226-8146

  • Private party facilities

    Our Private Event Space can accommodate up to 35 people. Please call us for more details and to reserve your event today!

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