According to Yelp, This Is Rochester MN’s Top Burger Destination
They are a staple at backyard BBQs, fast food joints, and diners, and they're even found on upscale restaurant menus.
The hamburger is about as American as food gets, and we certainly eat a lot of them. PBS says the average American consumes three hamburgers a week.
You can find good burgers all around Minnesota. Guy Fieri said The Nook in St. Paul has the best in the state, Trip Advisor recognized King's in Miesville for having the perfect patty, and Eat This, Not That! names Culver's the best fast food burger.
You can find Culver's in Rochester, but that's not the best burger in the Med-City according to Yelp.
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Burgers have come a long way! They used to be pretty simple, typically just beef with cheese, ketchup, mustard, pickles, and maybe some onions.
But these days, you can find all sorts of creative toppings, from fried eggs to peanut butter.
Even with all these new options, the classics are still the most popular.
A YouGov poll of over 9,000 Americans found that cheese is still the top choice for burger lovers. After that, lettuce, tomatoes, ketchup, and onions are also very popular
The Best Burger In Rochester, MN According to Yelp
With a shared love for a really good burger, the family decided on a “modern tavern" concept that would elevate burgers and beverages to something special.
According to Yelp, Red Cow is the go-to spot in Rochester, Minnesota, for a delicious burger.
This popular restaurant, conveniently located across from Saint Mary's Hospital at 217 14th Ave SW Ste 100, has an impressive 4.5-star rating on the review site, and they have something for every burger lover.
You can stick with a classic, well-made burger, try their signature creation: a patty made with 60% certified Angus beef and 40% ground bacon, topped with Wisconsin-aged cheddar, beer mustard, and candied bacon, or try something a little different like the Barcelona Burger which is topped with manchego, prosciutto, piquillo pepper and smoked pepper aioli.
Red Cow's menu features six different beef burgers, alongside tasty veggie, vegan, and turkey burger options.
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