Five West

Fun spot. Went with a large group for Sunday breakfast. It was a first visit for me as well as most of the group. It was very busy but our food came fairly quickly. We had a great server. The mini doughnuts taste just like the ones at the county fair. The rest of the breakfast was good, but not really a super wow. In fact, my hashbrowns were greasy and undercooked. It would be fun to sit outside on the patio in summer. I would go back.

An unexpected find in Rochester, MN! Casual atmosphere with great views! The food was excellent - we got the Blackened chicken and avocado melt, Firecracker shrimp tacos, and the Butterscotch Crème Brûlée. Highly recommended!!!

Excellent bar/restaurant located in Rochester. It offers a varied menu at a good price quality. Good service. Recommended.

I bought the Spinach and Artichoke Dip for an appetizer and the Salmon Rice Bowl for an entree. Both were delicious. The waiters and waitresses were very kind and on top of everything. The second time my boyfriend and I were there, we ordered the Buffalo Chicken Wontons, and we really liked that it was full of chicken and cream cheese with the coleslaw on the side. When we asked the waitress what the "Employee Wellness" fee was for (only a 2% fee), the waitress said it was because Five West offers their employees health insurance, among other benefits; I like seeing companies care about their employees, and it is probably why the employees are always so nice when I go there.

Heidi was great! Appreciate the deep menu. Nice environment. Because of the menu variety, it'll be an easy place to return next time we're in town.

My kid and I had a lovely dinner. Appetizer entrees were delicious. The mixed drinks were reasonably priced, which was nice. I am glad my son recommended it, it was a great evening. I definitely will visit again.

I really enjoyed eating at Five West. This was my first time visiting Rochester, MN so I wasn't sure what to expect. The food was very fresh and I love the open view of the kitchen from anywhere in the restaurant. I was surprised at the relaxed vibe despite a large u-bar centered in the restaurant. We sat by a fireplace and it felt like we were in our own quiet space. It made for the perfect dinner date.

Disappointed and deeply concerned with how our dietary restriction was handled. We went here today 5/26/25. While ordering, we accidentally overlooked that one of the items included bacon, our fault for not removing it at the time of ordering. When the food arrived and we realized it had bacon, we immediately let our server know we couldn’t eat it and politely asked for it to be remade. We were shocked to find out that instead of preparing a new dish, they simply took the plate to the back, removed the bacon, and returned it to us as if that was acceptable. We’re Muslims and for us (and many others), it’s not just about removing the visible pieces, it’s about avoiding cross-contamination entirely. If we wanted to just remove the bacon ourselves, we could’ve done that at the table. It’s not just about religious respect, what if someone had a serious allergy? Would the kitchen still just pick ingredients out and assume it’s safe? It made us feel like our concerns only mattered if there was a potential legal issue, not because we were customers with valid dietary needs. We hope the restaurant considers better training for its staff around food restrictions, whether religious, medical, or ethical. Everyone deserves to feel safe and respected when they dine out.

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.

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.

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.

This place was great! Service was awesome and quick, the food was delicious, and the restaurant was beautiful inside with a very nice patio to have dinner! They also have a craft cocktail menu that was very good! Will for sure be visiting again next time I'm in Rochester!

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.

Best experience yet! Nicki, was an amazing server, very timely and on top of refills, conversation and prompt service. Above and beyond the best server we've ever had here. And per usual, the food was excellent. The new chipotle chicken sandwich on the seasonal menu is delicious. Perfect day date for my husband and I! Thank you so much Nicki for making a great experience and impression.

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.

My husband and I have been here 3 times (once in 2022 and twice in 2023). Ambiance is great; it is essentially a sports bar with lots of seating. The first time we went for dinner. My husband's salmon bowl was not fully cooked, but I thought my food was good. We would give our initial time and dinner experience an average of 7.5/10. The second time we went for brunch. The food was significantly better this time around, and we were impressed! We would give brunch experience an average of 9/10. The third time we went for lunch. My husband ordered the ahi tuna salad which came with 3 large pieces of lettuce and tortilla chips; he was expecting more of a salad since this was listed under the salad section. I ordered the chicken salad which tasted good; however, the chicken was really overseasoned. We did enjoy the chicken wings as the appetizer. We would give our lunch experience a 6/10. Overall, I think there are better options around town if you're wanting more high quality food for the same price. This place is great if you're wanting to watch a sports game. I believe it's a little overpriced, and they charge a % of your meal for employee wellness. Probably won't be back again - unless if invited by friends.

Stopped in for diner with my wife this week. I was disappointed that the Beef Short Rib had been taken off the menu. I thought about having it ALL DAY after learning we were going there! I hope it comes back soon as it was the best I've ever had!! I tried the Nashville Hot chicken sandwich with Tatter Tots. Very good spice and it wasn't "nuclear" as anticipated. Mike heat and moderate breading on a bed of coleslaw and nice bun. I'll go pack again but will be looking for the Short Ribs!!

Food was excellent, fresh and tasty. Service and staff were awesome. Ambience was nice during lunch, relaxed.

Five West is an amazing place to eat in Rochester! Food: The food was delicious; we had brunch and it was incredible! The only thing that could be improved was the food could've been warmer and the asparagus was pretty burnt. Service: The service was wonderful! The servers were very helpful and checked up on our table multiple times during the meal. Ambiance: The restaurant was very clean and even though their patio was closed, the servers let us eat out there and it was wonderful!

I searched for steak while in Rochester! Overall experience was really good! My only issue was the ribeye was just plain tasting! The photo I took along with online looked great! I just wanted a wow flavor and it came in under that!

Visiting family in Rochester and staying at an AirBnB. After having my kids Dino Nuggets two days in a row for lunch I demanded something delicious and chose Five West. Suffice to say, I wasn't disappointed (at least with the food). It was Sunday brunch and so I made a reservation for 10:45am. When we walked up the parking lot was packed (Pro tip: park in the Comfort Suites parking lot next door). The front of the house also had 6-8 families congregating, but when I finally made it to the hostess, I let them know I had a reservation and was seated promptly. Our server seated us (2 adults, 3 small children) promptly, and brought us all waters, and then disappeared for 10-12 minutes. This isn't an exaggeration. I timed it. Yes, I'm that guy. When he finally returned, he asked if we were ready to order. We asked about the portions of the appetizers. He indicated that we should share one, but that we probably couldn't finish two. Challenged accepted. Since we visit Rochester about every other year, we splurged and went for three. We were thinking of the Buffalo Chicken Wontons, Bacon Cheeseburger Eggrolls, and Lettuce Wraps. Our server said these were all good choices and if we only got two, we should do the wontons and the lettuce wraps. He was right. The wontons (cream cheese, shredded chicken, celery and green onion served with ranch) were unlike anything I've ever had and they were excellent. My wife said they could use a *little* more sauce, but I was pleased, both with the amount of protein, the crunch of the wonton, and the bed of slaw (to cut the heat; albeit not that hot). 4.5/5 The lettuce wraps (crispy chicken, spicy soy peanut sauce, sesame citrus slaw and bibb lettuce cups) stole the show for me. Even better than the wontons. Five West really lets the chicken shine here... big crispy pieces with the right amount of soy peanut sauce and citrus slaw (i.e. they don't mask the flavor of the chicken). 5/5 As for the eggrolls (jalapeño bacon, ground beef, onions, pickles & cheddar jack cheese), they were a little soggy. All the the ingredients really mix in together and nothing stands out. My wife thought there were too many onions. These were perfectly fine, but I'd honestly rather have Chili's southwestern eggrolls. 2.5/5 As for the kids' menu. There's plenty of bang for your buck here. The kid's cheeseburger with fries was only 6 bucks, for a sizeable portion. All in all, the food was awesome, and I'd definitely come back, especially if were able to escape our kids for a couple of drinks with a meal. A few things I didn't love. - Our server came to our table 4x total. Once to bring us water. Once to bring the food. We flagged him down for more water, and then to bring the check. - I think the employee wellness thing is a bit eye rolling, but the amount is relatively inconsequential. - The most annoying thing is that they stand over you and make you check out with one of those handheld kiosks, which, of course, only offers 20%+ as your tipping options. Our server, while perfectly polite and knowledgeable, wasn't very attentive so I was trying to do 18% math in my head while he stood over me (i.e. pretty uncomfortable), and candidly, just not cool, but perhaps I'm old fashioned.

Had a great time Friday night, if you like a huge unique menu, check them out. We had a large group and they had no trouble setting up a long table and the service was great. Fun open atmosphere.

Five West never disappoints! I have had every single meal breakfast, lunch and dinner there are multiple times and the food is always been phenomenal. The service is always been great and the ambience is wonderful. I would highly recommend them for your next event. They were so accommodating when we had a birthday party there recently that I would recommend them for going above and beyond.

I wanted to like this so much - good thing that my lunch companions loved it. Had a work lunch with clients - 5 of us. Started with buffalo won tons and crispy shrimp - both pretty good. Table ordered steak tacos, a margarita flatbread, a burger, a patty melt, and I ordered a spicy flatbread. Everyone's meal came out but mine did not. They said it would be a couple minutes - which turned in to quite a while. I didn't say anything - I didn't complain. The manager came over with a cup of soup and explained it would be a few minutes more. I took two bites of the soup and they delivered my flatbread - and immediately took away the cup of soup I was eating LOL. Problem is that the flatbread was not cooked (raw dough and cheese barely melted). The others in the group ate all of theirs and enjoyed it. I left hungry but the waitress did not charge me for mine. I'm sure my lunch companions will be back - but I will not.

Very nice restaurant. Good food and great service. We were a group of 6 - 2 vegan and they were very accommodating.

Salmon bowl is awesome! Nice sit down place. Walleye is good. Excellent vegan options as well.

Food was decent, but not amazing. The menu is over-thought Americana; if you like a place where all the options have too much on then (eg, every burger has to have a theme and 10 things on it), not a problem. If you like simpler options, not so much. The place is also noisy and there are TVs staring at you everywhere. Why? I don't know. It's hard to have a meal with people who, you know, like and want to talk to here. Three staff are nice, however, which redeems things a bit.

Food is mid. Drinks are well overpriced. Service was acceptable. Ambiance was good. I ordered the chicken lettuce wraps as an appetizer. The chicken strips didn't even fit in the lettuce so I basically cut up the chicken and ate it as a meal. The bartender also didn't mention this was a ton of food. At least five whole chicken strips. I asked her to cancel my actual meal because this was so much to consume.

Five West has a special place in my heart since it was where I met my now Wife on our 1st date. We met for brunch which I remember to be fairly decent. This was where we also ordered takeout during our low-key pandemic wedding. Recently, came back to celebrate our 1st date anniversary and the experience was a-ok. Overall, the food was quite greasy, a bit pricey (comparable to Pescara-like places though clearly in different categories), and not as memorable as I would have hoped. Ordered: - Boneless Wings (2/5). This was disappointing. It tasted bland and something coming from Chef Mike (microwave). We went for the bourbon BBQ but may have had better luck getting the siracha mango flavor (don't think that is a frozen food flavor...) - Nashville Chicken (3.5/5). This was not to bad. It looked pretty authentic and had the heat that was expected of a Nashville chicken sandwich. Only comment to add was it was a little greasy. - Beer Battered Walleye (2.5/5). For some reason, I was expecting a bigger cut of walleye but it came back to be fairly small. It was really oily too from the walleye, potato wedges, to the salad - Maple Bourbon Fried Chicken (3.5/5). This was probably the best dish we ordered that night. Not too greasy and the dish itself felt the "lightest" out of all that was ordered Dinner at 5 West wasn't as good as I had hoped but will try to come back to brunch to see if that makes any difference!

Just one word to describe the breakfast menu: yum! This is our second time coming and the food somehow seemed to get even better. We love love love the cinnamon French toast (tip, ask for extra Crème Anglaise). My husband particularly loves the breakfast burrito (we sub chicken for the sausage and bacon). It reminded us of the burritos we had in SoCal, which is where we lived for several years. Top it off with Cholula and that is a delish burrito. Service is also consistently great. We come here on our way back from visiting the Mayo. Conveniently located near Costco.

I've dined her many times. Consistency is and has been an issue. For example, we love their Queso appetizer. But sometimes the Queso bowl is meat forward, sometimes it's more of a soup and one wonders "Where's the beef?" The bang bang shrimp has never disappointed. Breakfast/brunch service has gotten better since my last review. But as of 1/13/23 (Friday the 13th) they added some new menu items. I couldn't resist trying the Caribbean Jambalaya. OMG what a treat! Total party on the palate! Andouille sausage, black beans and rice, chicken plus pineapple salsa. Just enough heat with just enough sweetness. Truly a home run! I'll be ordering this again!

Wow. With every plate served, same was said. Wow, portions are huge. Even kids Flatbread, I expected 4 squares of pizza. Our two could have easily shared one. The appetizers should be marked "shareable " delicious, fresh flavor. Fried chicken Lettuce wraps were best I've ever had. Nikki B's service was very attentive and top notch. We'll be back!

I got the grilled scallops and my husband got the fried walleye. The scallops were DELICIOUS!! They were perfectly seared and on a delicious sweet corn sauce that was so yummy! My husband got a huge piece of fish and it was perfectly fried! So glad we tried this place when we were in town!

The manager saved this review by completely owning up to the over cooked eggs, aweful sauted onions on our hashbrowns. We were there in search of good eggs Benedict and sadly disappointed again by what we received. Hollondaise was weak , no red pepper , no lemon ? We just don't understand how so many try & miss the mark. The manager was sent to our table by our server who was sharp, She insisted on comping 1/2 our meal And buying us dessert! Wow what contrast to the manager at Smoak when we actually complained & came to our table to argue with us & refused to comp uneaten inedible pork belly appetizers? Night & Day difference in Management style. We were very impressed & left feeling satisfied with the otherwise less than memorable experience!

Had a great dinner here last Saturday. Very modern friendy service, huge portions, I had to take home boxes. We had wraps and nachos

Great food, atmosphere and service. Unlike some restaurants, Five West delivers the best breakfasts, lunch and dinners. We were pleasantly surprised at the reasonable pricing of food. They serve the best omelet ever!

Best breakfast omelet ever. Great coffee and service! Nice atmosphere. Great location.

Upscale sports bar with great food, gourmet selections too. I loved the flat breads and great nachos. Lots of cocktail choices and a really nice outdoor patio with heaters.

Excellent food, service, and atmosphere. I wish we lived closer! Will definitely go back.

We've been here a few times and thought the food was good. However, we went to Five West for their Mother's Day brunch and were disappointed. The eggs on the buffet line were old. The cheesy potatoes and chicken pasta dish had no flavor. The roast beef was over cooked. And I got the first slice. There was a lot of unpeeled shrimp but no cocktail sauce left in the serving bowl. And who serves UNPEELED shrimp for a brunch!?!? With all of the things I didn't like, the Eggs Benedict, that we had to wait quite a while for them to refill, was delicious. I think that next year we will try somewhere else.

Nice modern place, they offer gourmet type meals that are really good in a casual relaxed environment. We like to do work happy hour get togethers here, large patio in summer too with occasional live entertainment.

Deliciousness ! A place with beautiful view and amazing food ! If you are a vegan must try their portabello mushroom tacos with sweet potatoe fries ! They serve this chily sour cream which goes best with the fries !

The food is dry, soggy fries. Service slow, service does not refill drinks or return to our table; had to ask for bill.

Friendly staff, one of my top breakfast places in Rochester. Love, Love, love their different cheesecakes and always excited to see new flavors.

The service is great and so is the food! Five west has a nice atmosphere and we like the bar area- both inside and outside. We especially love wine Wednesday with Colleen and Elena, but all of the bartenders are great and friendly!

The food was amazing. What really stood out to us was the service. Our server, Nikki, was phenomenal. She anticipated our needs and was very friendly/welcoming. When we asked for boxes, she wrote the date and the food on each box. We all agreed that she is the best waitress we have gotten at any restaurant.

We have always had wonderful service at Five West. The orange chicken flatbread was amazing! The drinks were great too, especially the mojito flight.

I love coming to Five West. The food is always fantastic and my typical staple is always the Flank Steak Salad. Service is always good, drinks are delicious, it's a good spot.

Food consistently good, great service, nice outdoor space as well as excellent indoor dining

It works. Food is fresh and hot. Can get loud during dinner hour. Service is not consistent.

Good food, changes seasonally. Great outdoor seating. Service is ok, not speedy but not the worst in town.

One of the best restaurants in Rochester. Great atmosphere, delicious food, awesome drinks, and excellent customer service. Breakfast, lunch, or dinner- they have what you need!

We ate here twice last week, while visiting the Mayo Clinic. Five West was close to our hotel, and so it was super convenient. Everything we had during both our visits was excellent. I loved the Poppy Salad, and my family also loved the boneless chicken wings, tater tots, and the burger. Service was excellent, especially Morgan who was the bartender one night, and our server another night.

Service and food is always great. Both breakfast and dinner have a nice variety to choose from.

Good food - good service. They treat their 4 legged guest well too! Went for dinner and brunch

Great patio and dining room . Very spacious and open . Plenty of TVs all around . The menu has a wide variety of items . From southern dishes to ethnic cuisines such as stir fry and tuna poke dishes . The service is good usually. It can get very busy and table attention can suffer . Mainly drinks. The appetizer are all between $11-15. Not a huge variety in prices . On my most recent visit I had The Nashville Chicken Sandwich. I expected it to be really spicy it was not overwhelming . The slaw suffered though . Kinda sloppy and bland . The pickles were very unnoticed. The bun became very soggy from the slaw . The fries were just ok . My kids both ordered the Mac and Cheese. It's was very hot and extra cheesy but upon eating it seemed very heavily coated . My kids both ate about half the portions. We will return just not on the top of my list .

We had carryout-- mine was spicy shrimp tacos and a side of garlic fries, husband ordered marghareta flatbread and size of sweet potato fries. They left off my fries but the manager brought a fresh order of fries to me at our hotel less than ten mins after I called. Delicious food! Loved the garlic aioli that came w my fries!

You know, I just returned to see if the owner/mgr had responded to my post and in fact he did, with the same rather "canned" response I note is on the other low star reviews. And not one time was a customer offered a refund, a credit for another visit, nada. The complaints seem to be the same across the board, so obviously it's not a priority to be taken care of, and since it's not hitting you in your pocketbook, you'll continue along the same road. In these days of high inflation and everything killing us, spending $120 for dinner is a VERY rare occurrence for our family and probably for most others as well. A little refund or % off if we come back for another try would mean something. As it is, your canned responses do not.