Rochester, Minnesota attracts people from the around the world for treatments, conferences, conventions and education at the famous Mayo Clinic. Mayo Clinic offers advanced, innovative medical treatments that draw patients with medical conditions to Rochester. The famous Mayo Clinic is an innovative Medical Facility and medical school. Money Magazine was quoted on the Rochester website, saying “One thing to remember about Rochester is that it has the sophistication of a larger metro area, but not the congestion or the complications. Money Magazine named Rochester the “Best Small City in America”. The city merges cosmopolitan atmosphere with Midwestern hospitality.
There are many fine dining restaurants in Rochester. Following are a few of the best restaurants in Rochester, Minnesota.
Broad Street Cafe & Bar
Rochester, MN
European style American cafe that offers fine European, American and Mediterranean Cuisine. The setting is a historic warehouse with a earthy, yet refined atmospheres. A library wall shelves over 200 wine selections. Creative menu with entrees such as: ginger crusted ahi tuna with young papaya slaw, spiced pork, pan seared duck breast, orange crusted fresh scallops, chamomile lamb chops, bouirsin chicken breast, wild mushroom nd brandy ostrich, Tasmanian cedar salmon on a gilled mango salad, marbled mushroom polenta, filet mignon with aged Vermont cheddar whipped potatoes, and prime grade French cut 16 oz ribeye, The Pastry Chef prepares desserts including: the chocolate coalition, honey trifled Vermont Cheddar, creme Brulee trio, bittersweet chocolate lava cake. There is a menu featuring Martini’s, Scotches, Cognacs, Dessert Wines, Port Wines, Liqueurs, Cordials and Aperitifs. AAA Three Diamond. 507-281-2451.
Chardonnay
Rochester, MN
French restaurant has been a recipient of “Wine Spectator’s Award of Excellence”, featuring vintages from California, France and Italy. The restaurant has an elegant atmosphere and fine food. The setting is a remodeled Victorian home, with the dining area spread over three rooms. French inspired dishes include roast duck, foie gras and rack of lamb. AAA Three Diamond. 507-252-1310.
Michael’s Restaurant
Rochester, Mn
Elegant restaurant has offered fine dining since 1951. The walls show off artworks by locals artists. The menu features dishes such as roast Long-Island Duckling, Caramelized New Bedford Scallops and Gulf Shrimp. The Dinner menu features roast prime rib of beef, Michaels club sirloin, New York Strip sirloin, T-Bone, filet mignon, loin lamb chops, porterhouse pork chop, petite tenderloin, walleye pike, caramelized fresh scallops, white gulf shrimp, barbecued ribs, lobster, Alaskan king crab legs, and roast Long Island duckling. There are Greek specialties, pasta and dessert. AAA Three Diamond. 507-288-2020.
Timber Lodge Steakhouse
Rochester, MN
Rustic roadside eatery is decorated with Native American crafts and artwork. Menu features steaks with names such as: Paul’s Prime Rib, Viking Sirloin, Edmund Fitzgerald Filet Mignon, Iron Ranger, Timber Creek Filet Medallions, F. Scott Fitzgerald, The North Shore, Chuck Lindburger and The Blue Ox. chicken, fish and seafood. AAA Two Diamond. 507-252-8075.
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