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Saints on Second reopens in downtown Rochester
ROCHESTER, Minn. (KIMT) - Saints on Second is welcoming customers back after months of renovations, reopening its doors in downtown Rochester as construction on the Link Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) project continues to affect travel through the area. The restaurant and the adjoining Courtyard by Marriott closed in March 2026...
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Former Cheap Charlie’s building being demolished in downtown Rochester
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Popular Mazeppa restaurant announces new name, relocation to Rochester
A year after announcing its plans to close on the shores of Lake Zumbro, the owners of a Mazeppa restaurant has revealed the business will live on – but in Rochester. The Pondy Restaurant & Bar told its customers last fall that impact of inflation on food prices combined with the customer slow-down at the end of the summer season meant that 2026 would be its last year in Mazeppa.
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The Pondy Restaurant & Bar set to relocate, rename in Rochester
(ABC 6 News) — The Pondy Restaurant & Bar has announced it is in the process of relocating and renaming in Rochester. The restaurant will be taking over the former Glynner’s Pub location on Broadway Avenue and will be renaming to Riley’s Restaurant. According to restaurant owners, the goal is to open on December 1.
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Crispy Walleye, Perch, And Catfish Have Diners Raving About This Suburban Minnesota Fish Joint
Minnesota takes its fish seriously. Ask anyone in the state about a Friday fish fry, and you will likely hear strong opinions about batter, filets, and fries. In the south metro suburb of Apple Valley, a small counter-service spot has quietly built a loyal following by serving walleye, perch, catfish, and more without any fuss. Couples who drove past it for months now kick themselves for waiting so long.
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Stir Fry Express in NW Rochester permanently closes
(ABC 6 News) — A NW Rochester restaurant has permanently closed its doors. Stir Fry Express posted a notice on its doors saying, “Sorry we missed you! Unfortunately, we are closed permanently. Thank you for your support Rochester!” The restaurant did not give a reason for why it has closed.
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The Ole Store: A Nordic gem worth the drive
Fall color season is the perfect excuse to take a scenic drive to the charming Northfield area, where a hidden gem is waiting just steps from St. Olaf College. The Ole Store is a beloved Nordic-inspired restaurant with roots stretching all the way back to the 1800s. Reporter Kristin Haubrich...
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The Charming Little Diner In Minnesota That Serves Breakfast So Good You’ll Think You’re Dreaming
There are places you eat, and then there are places you experience, and Nick’s Downtown Diner in Cannon Falls, Minnesota, is very much the second kind. It’s the kind of diner that makes you want to call someone you care about and say, “Drop everything, we need to go here right now.”
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New restaurant chains are coming to Rochester
(ABC 6 News) — Two new restaurants are coming soon to the Med City. Fans of Wing Stop or Seven Brew Coffee will no longer have to take long drives to enjoy them. Wing Stop will open its first location at the Crossroads Shopping Center. The new location will feature all of Wing Stop’s signature […]
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This Minnesota Burger Joint Started as a Humble Peanut Bar, and Its Wild Burgers Taste Even Better Than They Sound
Some of the best meals in Minnesota hide behind a plain brick storefront and a name that makes you laugh out loud. I walked in expecting a quick burger and walked out still thinking about peanut butter on beef and a ketchup made from blackberries. The floor crunched with peanut...
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The Pondy restaurant closes after eight years in Mazeppa
(ABC 6 News) — After eight years of serving customers in Mazeppa, The Pondy Restaurant & Bar will close its doors for the final time Sunday. The closure comes nearly a year after the restaurant’s owners announced the decision on Facebook, citing rising food costs and slowed business. In the post, owners Steve and Devra […]
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Sports Zone Tailgate – Alden-Conger/Glenville-Emmons vs. Grand Meadow
(ABC 6 News) – Christy Buchan from Destination BBQ serves up some cheesy BBQ meatballs for Robin and Kennedy at the Sports Zone Tailgate. This game of the week features two powerhouse teams looking to continue their domination. Watch the video above for more and find the full recipe...