5 Best Restaurants in Rochester MN
Updated 26 September 2026 · 18 restaurants in Rochester MN considered · Ranked from Google ratings
This list ranks the top five dining spots in Rochester MN based on weighted Google ratings from over 300 reviews. We analyzed 18 local businesses to bring you the highest-rated options. Whether you need quick breakfast, fresh Thai, or a speakeasy dinner, this guide highlights places with accessible features and consistent praise from regulars.
#1
Lumi Restaurant and Bar
★ 4.8 (1,062 Google reviews)Mediterranean restaurant
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Lumi Restaurant and Bar offers modern Turkish dining steps from the Mayo Clinic. Reviewers praise the soft velvets, wood accents, and lighting. Staff are knowledgeable about ingredients and serve dishes like the appetizer sampler, kebabs, and baklava with Turkish tea. The venue features wheelchair-accessible parking, entrances, seating, and restrooms. Hours vary by day, opening as early as 8 am on weekends and closing by 10 pm. Regulars note the prompt service and fresh flavors.
Best for: Mediterranean dining near Mayo Clinic
- Address
- 255 1st Ave SW, Rochester, MN 55902, United States
- Hours
- Fri 8 am–10 pm; Mon 11 am–9 pm; Sat 8 am–10 pm; Sun 8 am–9 pm; Thu 11 am–9 pm; Tue 11 am–9 pm; Wed 11 am–9 pm
#2
ThaiPop
★ 4.7 (1,136 Google reviews)Thai restaurant
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ThaiPop serves fresh Thai food and refreshing cocktails in a modern, fun atmosphere. Guests enjoy homemade syrups, juices, and the Ry-Thai cocktail. The spot is highly recommended for those needing gluten-free and dairy-free options without compromising taste. Reviewers highlight the delicious wings, friendly service, and lively bar scene. Wheelchair-accessible parking, entrances, seating, and restrooms are available. Hours run from 11 am to 10 pm on most days, with Sunday closed.
Best for: Gluten-free Thai and cocktails
- Address
- 4 3rd St SW, Rochester, MN 55902, United States
- Hours
- Fri 11 am–10 pm; Mon 4–9 pm; Sat 11 am–10 pm; Sun Closed; Thu 11 am–9 pm; Tue 11 am–9 pm; Wed 11 am–9 pm
#3
Red Cow Rochester
★ 4.7 (995 Google reviews)Restaurant
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Red Cow Rochester sits across from St Marys Mayo Clinic hospital, offering a variety of flavors and seasonal shake options. Patrons enjoy the patio, burgers, salads, and soups. Reviewers mention the friendly staff and attentive service. The restaurant is wheelchair-accessible with parking, entrances, seating, and restrooms. It operates from 10 am to 10 pm on weekends and 11 am to 10 pm on weekdays, closing Mondays.
Best for: Burgers and shakes near St Marys
- Address
- 217 14th Ave SW Unit 100, Rochester, MN 55902, United States
- Hours
- Fri 11 am–10 pm; Mon Closed; Sat 10 am–10 pm; Sun 10 am–10 pm; Thu 11 am–10 pm; Tue 11 am–10 pm; Wed 11 am–10 pm
#4
The Redwood Room
★ 4.7 (526 Google reviews)Restaurant
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The Redwood Room combines pub, restaurant, and supper club vibes in a charming basement setting. Reviewers love the live music, Angus steak, blue cheese mashed potatoes, broccolini, and creme brulee. The atmosphere is described as a speakeasy feel with a great menu and drinks. Wheelchair-accessible parking, entrances, seating, and restrooms are provided. Hours are 5 pm to 10 pm Tuesday through Saturday, with Monday and Sunday closed.
Best for: Speakeasy-style dining and live music
- Address
- 300 1st Ave NW, Rochester, MN 55901, United States
- Hours
- Fri 5–10 pm; Mon Closed; Sat 5–10 pm; Sun Closed; Thu 5–10 pm; Tue 5–10 pm; Wed 5–10 pm
#5
Canadian Honker Restaurant
★ 4.6 (3,987 Google reviews)American restaurant
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Canadian Honker Restaurant has been family-owned since 1984, offering a warm welcome for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Reviewers praise the prime rib sandwich, fresh fish fry, walleye sandwich, and peanut butter pie. Staff are noted for being nice and attentive. The location is near several hotels and features wheelchair-accessible parking, entrances, seating, and restrooms. It is open daily from 7 am to 9 pm.
Best for: Family-friendly breakfast and fish fry
- Address
- 1203 2nd St SW, Rochester, MN 55902, United States
- Hours
- daily 7 am–9 pm
How we made this list
We looked at 18 restaurants in Rochester MN with a Google rating of 4.0 or higher and at least 20 reviews, then ranked by weighted Google rating across the city, 300 reviews minimum. 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 26 September 2026 and can change. Nobody paid to be on this list.
Tips before you go
- For an early start, Canadian Honker Restaurant opens at 7 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 restaurant on this list?
Lumi Restaurant and Bar ranks first, with a Google rating of 4.8 from 1,062 reviews. ThaiPop is second at 4.7 from 1,136 reviews.
Which restaurants in Rochester MN are open late?
None of these stays open past midnight. The latest to close is Lumi Restaurant and Bar, at 10 pm.
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