1. ZZest Cafe and Bar Restaurant
2. Five West Kitchen & Bar
3. The Loop
4. Terza Ristorante
5. Newt’s Downtown
6. Fat Willy’s
7. Cowboy Jack’s
8. Mac’s Cafe and Restaurant
9. Whistle Binkie’s On The Lake
10. Twigs Tavern and Grille

The past few years, more and more restaurants have been popping up around Rochester. Not only is the restaurant scene becoming more diverse, but many eateries are starting to include outdoor seating. Sr. Gillian McClees says, “I like ZZest’s outdoor patio the best out of the restaurants in Rochester. Also, their wood fired pizzas are really good and they change their menu often.” Although the weather is not always in our favor for outdoor eating in Minnesota, the summer months are the perfect time to take advantage of the new and improved patios and rooftops in Rochester.