Definitely recommend! Food was amazing and staff were great. This place is fit for a family or a couple on date night. read more

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It was a beautiful day and we sat outside the service was exceptional. I opted for the burger and garlic fries. Both were very good. There are many different things on the menu and I will explore them next time I'm in the area. read more

Do not hesitate--order the grilled flank steak salad at Five West. Perfectly cooked and flavor forward steak, crispy potatoes, fresh arugula, and just the right amount of balsamic. Simple, balanced, and seriously good. read more

Five West - New American Near Me - Rochester, Minnesota

We had breakfast at five West and the sausage was not nearly juicy enough. The eggs did not taste like farm fresh eggs that I'm used to and speaking for my wife. She had Belgian waffles that were not nearly as good as she's had in the past. The service was excellent, and the food came out very quickly, but the sausage was not quite as warm as you would like either. The ambience is nice, but again the food was not up to par at least the two dishes that we had. read more

This place is ok. The food here isn't amazing, but it isn't bad.. it's good for more elevated bar food. Service is fine as well.. nothing to write home about. I have only been at the outside bar which is actually kind of a vibe on a nice sunny day! The bartenders out there are helpful and attentive which is all you can ask for. Location is good since it is near a bunch of other things. Good to go watch a football game and get a few drinks and maybe some wings outside! read more

Updating our review as we have now visited a number of times and keep coming back as we are impressed with the service, specials, and menu. One of our new favorites is the Nashville chicken flatbread (all flatbreads and bottles of wine half price on Wednesday's). The outdoor patio is also awesome for when the weather is nice! We just stopped in tonight and happened to be there for their 10th birthday so they were handing out promotions and we each got a certificate for free appetizers as our prize! Will be back soon! read more

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The food, ambiance, service and location was excellent! Our only critique is the Southwest Egg Rolls lacked chicken. It tasted like a cream cheese egg roll. There was no texture of chicken at all. The flavor was good but it would have been nice to see and taste the chicken. We would definitely revisit when in town. read more

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Not far from the Mayo campus and next to a Comfort Inn and Suites, so we just walked here. Wednesdays they have several drinks specials and half price bottles of wine and $8 flatbreads. We got a bottle of wine and both got salads. They were huge! I got the Blacked Chicken Quinoa Salad and my mom got the Cherry Almond Apple Salad and added chicken. We also did the $3 bread with a garlic herb butter and maple bourbon butter. Both were great with the 3 warm rolls. Our waiter was very thorough and polite. We sat outside, which was a little warm but cooled down as the sun went down. It seems like the spot to be for happy hour. I'd definitely come back if I was in the area! read more

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I had the beer battered walleye burger with garlic fries and the chef's choice soup. Came in here out of curiosity since I've tried their catering once and salmon was good. The food came out quickly and the servers were pretty quick to come out with water. The garlic fries were nice and crispy though the garlic came in a few clumps so I liked adding them to the walleye burger since there wasn't as much aoli which I felt could have been put on the top bun to add a little more flavor. However the walleye was very crispy and soft inside and the fries also paired well with the soup which definitely hit the spot on a cold winter day! Definitely would probably come here with fr next time and not alone (a little awkward otherwise) but it was nice to check out when hungry. A little pricey but somewhat expected for restaurants in this area and still filling overall. The restaurant is dimly lit overall but I think that's typical for kitchen + bar restaurants and there are lots of candles and overhead lighting. read more

Five West - Beer Battered Walleye Burger - New American Near Me - Rochester, Minnesota

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Food and service very good although many of the entrees are a bit too spicy for me. Otherwise, very nice outdoor patio.

Overall, they've done an impressive job creating a inviting atmosphere. While I've visited a few times, I can't say I'm entirely captivated by the food. I keep returning mainly because Rochester doesn't offer many options that suit my taste. read more

Five words is very good. I would call that a middle to higher end family restaurant for Rochester. They do have a relatively good brunch particularly. The food we've had there has always been good, but not extremely good. It's a nice relaxing place to go when you don't want to be acting more formal, but also still want to have kind of a nicer eating experience. read more

We've been going here for years and have noticed a decline in the quality of the food and drinks. The service is still great, but it doesn't make up for the stagnation of the food, especially over the last year. We come back a few times thinking, maybe it was just a bad night, but no the decline has been steady. We won't be coming back. read more

This was my second time coming to Five West. The location is beautiful, and some of the staff--especially the host--are very kind. Our first waitress was great as well, with a really positive attitude and friendly service. However, the experience took a turn once we ordered. I kept my order very simple: a lettuce-wrapped burger with American cheese, onions, and pickles. When the food came out, it was a wrap instead. I politely explained that I didn't order that--and more importantly, I can't have gluten--so I had to send it back. When the corrected order came, it was missing the fries and cheese I had ordered. I tried to be understanding since it was around 9 PM and I know everyone gets tired, but at the end of the day, I'm still paying for my meal. When I politely asked another waitress if I could get the fries and cheese, she responded by scoffing and rolling her eyes, which was really disappointing. I made an effort to be patient and respectful throughout the entire situation, so that reaction felt uncalled for. Overall, while the setting is nice, the food is a bit overpriced for the quality, and this experience left me pretty disappointed. read more

Travel day on the way to a family vacation in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. We booked a room for the night at Sleep Inn and Suites and I noticed Five West was very busy almost next door. We were in a "let's start our vacation" mood so we went and checked it out. I was afraid they were so busy we would be waiting awhile. But they seated the 3 of us directly. We looked at the menus. Friday and Saturday are supposed to be a Prime Rib special, but when our server introduced herself she mentioned they were out already (7:30 Friday night). I would have likely splurged on it for myself but I checked on the rest of the menu. I decided to order the double pork chops with potatoes and spinach. My son had the steak fettuccine, with a filet over pasta and vegetables, and my wife had the chicken and waffles with maple and bourbon syrup. We also ordered the calamari appetizer but ate it before I was able to get a picture. Everything tasted delicious. The pork chops had a lot of red onions in the sauce on the potatoes and the sauce was a little spicy. The pork was obviously smoked and then grilled but very moist on the inside. Our service was very good and timely. I suggest going to Five West for great food and a good atmosphere. Just be a little early. read more

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The food here is amazing!!!! Sol is one of the BEST workers/food runners you have! So kind and very fast with our huge family!! Great at taking photos for our group! I would recommend coming here! 10/10!! read more

We love 5 West! The ambiance is fabulous inside and out. You can't go wrong with either seating choice. We really love the patio and they are dog friendly. The calamari is a favorite as well as the flatbreads. Great salads and their Friday night prime rib is solid for the price. Service and cocktails are always impeccable and they have a nice wine selection. read more

Five West - Menu, outdoor patio with our pup, Memphis. - New American Near Me - Rochester, Minnesota

Last went here to meet up with a bunch of friends just for a cocktail. Nice that they have a nice big round table as there were 8 of us. Outdoor seating is nice when the weather is tolerable. The food has always been good. read more

We arrived just before 5pm on a Monday and good thing we did because the place filled up quickly. The service was good and the food was even better. We will definitely be back when we come to town next time. read more

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Stopped for breakfast on a Saturday. I made an open table reservation and were quickly seated. Service was stellar from host to server to promptness of food service. Only downside was that they really need to replace the torn bench covers on their side wall seats. Started with a peach mimosa which was divine. I had biscuits and gravy and hubs had blueberry pancakes with sausage. I would say the gravy was a bit too sweet for me - I prefer a bit of pepper and heat over sweetness. But the biscuits were great and the hashbrowns were extra crispy exactly how I like. Hubs said the biscuits pancakes were fabulous and the sausage was nostalgic like 90's links. Our server was the best part to the point we tipped 40%. He asked sincere questions and made us feel welcome and genuinely interested in our weekend. Can't wait to come back! read more

Stellar service, great food--this place really has it all for a lovely date night escape! We were seated right away, and throughout our visit, our server Nikki B. took great care of us. She was so genuinely friendly, we ended up having a nice laugh and brief chat every time she came around. As a cider-lover, I was delighted to see Cider Boys on tap, and my husband enjoyed trying two different beers. We'd just barely made the cut off to order before happy hour ended, too. I ordered the margherita flatbread; it was really good, in large part because it included a luscious, thick layer of cheese. My husband had the parmesan walleye dinner, which he really enjoyed. I think the only nitpick I can offer is that the high-ceilinged environment was rather loud, even though it wasn't packed with people (though it was sure starting to fill up as we left). I was glad that I could sit next to my husband at our table so that we could talk. We were left with a high impression of the delicious food and the kind service. We'd definitely eat here again. read more

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I love their carne asada salad. It's an expensive restaurant so come prepared $$ We ordered a nacho appetizer and it was better than I thought. My dad got 3 carne asada tacos for $17 which is ridiculous and they charge an extra $2-3 for chips and salsa. read more

Five West - Carne asada salad - New American Near Me - Rochester, Minnesota

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Food was delicious! Service is awesome! Noise is to much They tried to seat us in the quiet spot. They really did!! Patio would have been quieter. read more

Five West - Flank steak salad - New American Near Me - Rochester, Minnesota

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Celebrated "Mustang Johnny's" Retirement with 21 close friends and family. We arrived at 300pm and were promptly seated and Amanda K. started serving us. We were all over the menu with appetizers and entrees from steak fettuccine to southwest egg rolls, several chicken choices and 4 different kinds of craft burgers. All the food received rave reviews and was served hot to order, plated and presented perfectly. We also had our favorite brussel sprouts and szechuan cauliflower. The mixologists made a variety of different drinks and even a cranberry crush margarita for me. Our thanks to Ruark, manager, Nick, executive chef and staff and Amanda for the top-flight service. A memorable night indeed. read more

Five West - Mustang Johnny and his beautiful wife Jenny - New American Near Me - Rochester, Minnesota

Such a great place to eat when you're feeling extra fancy in Rochester! They have a handful of vegan options which is a plus + the most delicious mocktails for those who don't drink. Prices are higher than a regular place but that's to be expected. Plenty of seating, they also have outdoor seating. Our server was polite and answered our questions if we had any. We did go on a Saturday and made last minute reservations. We are able to get seated quickly considering they looked pretty busy. Also enjoyed the vibes of here. I've gone here three times and never had a bad experience, except only wishing they had more vegan options. read more

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My piecemeal exploration of dining offered up in Rochester brought me here on a warm, cloudy Saturday afternoon. Initially planned for brunch but that turned into lunch very quickly. Walking in, the space seemed very open and spacious! However, when sat at the table with our group, felt very close to the booths next to us. This wasn't a problem though. Had several options of entertainment on the many televisions. Now for the lunch menu, there was a very good range of items available. Many things caught me eye but I settled on the maple bourbon chicken and waffles. Before that, I had some of the spinach dip with the excellent pita chips. Waffles are probably my favorite food item and would be perfect for lunch. In my humble opinion, there is no place for tenders in the holy matrimony that is chicken and waffles. However, I was willing to set my feelings aside. The flavor was on point for the sauce. The tenders were nice and crispy. Unfortunately, these were inconsistent qualities. Some lacked flavor. Some were dry. Overall, did not take away from the overall enjoyment of the meal. The basic elements were put together well. Overall, this was a decent experience with a good crew of folks. Our waiter was friendly and knowledgeable. The food came out fairly quickly as well. read more

I went to Five West last night, and Abby was our server. She helped with recommending food due to dietary restrictions. It seemed very busy, but everything came out at a good time, and was delicious! We will be coming back. read more

nice ambiance. Food is ok. WAiters are great. Easy to park. OUtdoor seating if you don't mind highway noise.

A very nice choice for dinner. We all enjoyed the Queso Dip and the chip were excellent. Everyone also enjoyed the entrees below. A good amount of food, especially the Blackened Chicken and Avocado Melt. Try the tots, they come with a side of pepper jack cheese sauce. Queso Dip (Seasoned ground beef and chorizo, queso fresco, cilantro sour cream and guacamole served with ranch tortilla chips) Korean Fried Chicken Bowl (Jasmine rice, gochujang fried chicken, sweet slaw, pickled cucumbers, avocado, pickled chilies, scallions & kimchi mayo) Blackened Chicken & Avocado Melt (Pepper jack, tomato and garlic aioli on toasted sourdough) Parmesan Walleye (Ritz & parmesan crusted walleye, parmesan garlic baby red potatoes, honey & pancetta brussels sprouts, and remoulade) Service was very good. They were also quick with the food. read more

I was so sad to leave this place behind. My mom is a picky eater and she loved the burger and the fried calamari. I can't wait to come back!! The hostess even brought out the food to our car which she didn't even have but did, it was greatly appreciated. read more

Had the parmesan crusted walleye. It came with roasted brussel sprouts and potatoes. We had coffee with baileys in it since it was cold outside. Since it was our anniversary we had a complimentary scoop of ice-cream to share. read more

Amazing first time experience! Quickly seated at 5ish on a Mon. Great ambiance and decor. But the star of the show was the food, luckily we saw someone nearby order the grilled flank steak salad. That was also what I ordered. Absolutely delicious! Service was spot on. Highly recommend!! read more

Very friendly staff! Food wasn't really our cup of tea, but to each their own. (It wasn't bad, just not what we were expecting) The Snow on a beach was so worth it!! Atmosphere was pretty cool too. Not a cheap place to eat at for sure. read more

Five West - Snow on the Beach (so yummy) - New American Near Me - Rochester, Minnesota

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Six of us stopped at Five West for brunch/breakfast this morning. We had a variety of items. We had blueberry pancakes, eggs Benedict, chicken lettuce wraps, scrambled eggs and hash browns, and an edamame appetizer. All of our meals were good, but nothing extraordinary. Very nice interior decor. Service was great. read more

My husband and I came here for a date night probably about an hour before close and the waitress was phenomenal, food and drinks were great all around we have always had a great experience here and will continue to make this place a go to for date nights! read more

The Parmesan crusted walleye was among the best I've ever had. The service was top notch, my drink never got below half full. We will be returning. read more

The food is always so amazing this was my first time eating there for breakfast and I was so amazed. The breakfast burrito was hands down so worth it ! Our server was so kind and sitting outside was so great before the cold season comes read more

Five West - Outside patio - New American Near Me - Rochester, Minnesota

The Food and Service was excellent! It's so hard to find good vegan food in Rochester. We were very pleased and have a new favorite place! I ordered the Vegan Chicken sandwich with garlic fries and my husband had the Jerk Tacos. We will absolutely come again. Thank you. read more

The food was fresh, quick, and so so good! I'll definitely have this as a spot to come for a warm meal. My server Ashley M was so kind, an absolute pleasure to be served by her. The staff here are people who belong in the service industry, observing the interactions between customers and servers. Spacious layout, and great atmosphere! read more

Service was almost perfect, food was delicious with a few minor issues, like the garlic French fries were amazing but some of them were so covered with garlic that I couldn't eat them. read more