5 Affordable Bakeries in Downtown, Rochester MN
Updated 05 October 2026 · 6 bakeries in Downtown, Rochester MN considered · Ranked from Google ratings
This guide lists five budget-friendly bakeries and cafes in Downtown Rochester, MN. It is meant for anyone who wants coffee, donuts, pancakes or fresh bread without a high bill. The places were chosen from businesses with a modest Google price range, then ordered by rating. Each entry notes the hours, the address and what reviewers mention, so you can decide where to go before you leave.
#1
Old Abe Coffee Shop
★ 4.8 (669 Google reviews)Vegan restaurant$10–20 per person
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Listed by Google as a vegan restaurant, this spot at 832 7th St NW serves coffee, sandwiches, rice bowls and donuts. Reviewers mention the banh mi, the bowls and the vegan and gluten-free donut options, plus a small indoor seating area with more room outside. It is open Wednesday to Friday 7 am to 7 pm and weekends 7 am to 5 pm, and closed Monday and Tuesday.
Best for: Vegan bowls, coffee and donuts
- Address
- 832 7th St NW, Rochester, MN 55901, United States
- Hours
- Fri 7 am–7 pm; Mon Closed; Sat 7 am–5 pm; Sun 7 am–5 pm; Thu 7 am–7 pm; Tue Closed; Wed 7 am–7 pm
#2
Hollandberry Pannekoeken
★ 4.6 (2,645 Google reviews)Family restaurant$10–20 per person
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A family restaurant at 214 N Broadway Ave known for pannekoeken, a thick stuffed pancake. Reviewers mention the blueberry and rum raisin versions, good coffee and attentive service, and also note long waits at busy times. It serves breakfast, lunch and dinner on weekdays from 6:30 am to 8 pm, with shorter weekend hours until 4 pm.
Best for: Big pancake breakfasts
- Address
- 214 N Broadway Ave, Rochester, MN 55906, United States
- Hours
- Fri 6:30 am–8 pm; Mon 6:30 am–8 pm; Sat 6:30 am–4 pm; Sun 6:30 am–4 pm; Thu 6:30 am–8 pm; Tue 6:30 am–8 pm; Wed 6:30 am–8 pm
#3
Parlor Doughnuts
★ 4.7 (171 Google reviews)Donut shop$1–10 per person
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A donut shop at 1001 6th St NW with counter service, coffee and a casual feel. Reviewers mention soft donuts that are not overly sweet, a honey cinnamon coffee and friendly counter staff, and they also mention a line and limited parking at busy times. Hours run to 2 pm on most days, and it closes at 1 pm on Sunday.
Best for: Early donut and coffee run
- Address
- 1001 6th St NW, Rochester, MN 55901, United States
- Hours
- Fri 6 am–2 pm; Mon 6 am–2 pm; Sat 7 am–2 pm; Sun 8 am–1 pm; Thu 6 am–2 pm; Tue 6 am–2 pm; Wed 6 am–2 pm
#4
Maro & Calal Boutique and Cafe
★ 4.6 (52 Google reviews)Cafe$1–10 per person
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A cafe at 601 6th Ave NW that identifies as Black-owned and offers dine-in, takeaway and delivery. Reviewers mention ginger tea, beef sambusas, homemade samosas and smoothies, and one reviewer describes a long wait on a takeaway order. It is open daily, 8 am to 9 pm on weekdays and 9 am to 9 pm on weekends.
Best for: Tea, samosas and late snacks
- Address
- 601 6th Ave NW, Rochester, MN 55901, United States
- Hours
- Fri 8 am–9 pm; Mon 8 am–9 pm; Sat 9 am–9 pm; Sun 9 am–9 pm; Thu 8 am–9 pm; Tue 8 am–9 pm; Wed 8 am–9 pm
#5
Great Harvest Bread Co.
★ 4.3 (72 Google reviews)Bakery and Cake Shop$10–20 per person
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A bakery and cake shop at 2483 Commerce Dr NW offering in-store shopping, pick-up, delivery and coffee, with free parking. Reviewers mention fresh loaves, quick food and good taste, and some note the kitchen stops earlier than the posted closing time. It is open Monday to Saturday 7 am to 4 pm and closed on Sunday.
Best for: Fresh loaves and quick breakfast
- Address
- 2483 Commerce Dr NW, Rochester, MN 55901, United States
- Hours
- Fri 7 am–4 pm; Mon 7 am–4 pm; Sat 7 am–4 pm; Sun Closed; Thu 7 am–4 pm; Tue 7 am–4 pm; Wed 7 am–4 pm
How we made this list
We looked at 6 bakeries in Downtown, Rochester MN with a Google rating of 4.0 or higher and at least 20 reviews, then Google price range of ₹600 or less per person, then by rating. A rating from thousands of reviews counts for more than the same rating from a handful, so a new place with a few perfect scores does not jump the queue. Ratings and hours are from public Google listings on 05 October 2026 and can change. Nobody paid to be on this list.
Tips before you go
- Maro & Calal Boutique and Cafe takes reservations, useful on weekend evenings.
- For an early start, Parlor Doughnuts opens at 6 am.
- Hours and prices come from Google listings and change, so check the listing before a long trip.
Frequently asked questions
Which is the highest-rated bakery on this list?
Old Abe Coffee Shop ranks first, with a Google rating of 4.8 from 669 reviews. Hollandberry Pannekoeken is second at 4.6 from 2,645 reviews.
Which bakeries in Downtown, Rochester MN are open late?
None of these stays open past midnight. The latest to close is Maro & Calal Boutique and Cafe, at 9 pm.
How much does it cost at these bakeries?
Google lists these price ranges per person: Old Abe Coffee Shop $10–20; Hollandberry Pannekoeken $10–20; Parlor Doughnuts $1–10; Maro & Calal Boutique and Cafe $1–10; Great Harvest Bread Co. $10–20.
Which of these have free parking?
Google lists free parking for Old Abe Coffee Shop, Hollandberry Pannekoeken, Parlor Doughnuts, Maro & Calal Boutique and Cafe and Great Harvest Bread Co..
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