We got Drift Dough donuts by way of Old Abe's Coffee, and they were great! The raised donuts are…read moreunfortunately not vegan (I have an egg allergy, so I'm always on the lookout for vegan baked goods), but the cake donuts are, and they had a fun lineup of flavors when my husband and I visited. One thing to note is that the address for Drift Dough isn't the address for Old Abe's Coffee, and I am not sure if that's an address for the bakery or something, but all signs pointed towards the donut shop being inside Old Abe's, so that's where we went. I got the ube donut (the purple one), and as someone originally from Hawaii, it was really great to see ube flavor is making it out to the Midwest now! The flavor is not super strong in the donut, so if you haven't had ube before, I think this would be a nice, mild introduction. My husband got the raised Tiramisu donut, and while he liked it, it's definitely bigger than the cake donuts and was a bit too much donut and frosting for him, but your mileage may vary (I like to think my stomach has a special compartment just for donuts, because it always seems that way, LOL). We got a nice cold brew with oat milk to wash the donuts down, and we will definitely be back next time we're in town!

I will admit, I don't eat doughnuts often, but when I have the craving, this is my favorite spot. I…read morelove the large variety that, in my experience, are always fresh. You will always feel welcomed here and that you're appreciated as a customer.

This was so worth adding an extra 30 minutes to go out of my way to pickup lunch before a 5+ hour…read moredrive back to Chicago. My vegan colleague told me it was a must-try, and I concur. The banh mi is indeed amazing. I had never had any banh mi before, but it was so good. I went with the "bacon" option and it was super tasty. Also, it was massive. Great portion size. My only regret is that I didn't go here for dinner the night before, because it would have made for a good dinner and leftovers. It was a bit hard to eat in the car on the drive back, so sadly I didn't get to finish it. The chips were also great. I also got two donuts (maple and the blueberry) to go. I inhaled the blueberry donut about 3 hours into the trip somewhere in the middle of Wisconsin, and the maple I managed to save until the next morning (I kept it in my fridge and then microwaved it for 10 seconds and it was delicious. I had to fight off my carb-obsessed cat, because she wanted it for herself). I will be back every time I'm in Rochester, probably multiple times per trip, and I will be buying a half dozen donuts (at least) to bring back home with me. I am eagerly waiting for the next work retreat just so I can come here. It's really that good.

"You can't refuse a request from a dying man." (Abe "Fish" Vigoda as Sal Tessio)…read more "I'm not dead yet!" (Abe Vigoda as himself, addressing rumors.) This super trippy coffee shop kills it harder than Abe in "The Godfather" when it comes to delivering the goods! Heavenly vegan donuts, that is. Wait...wrong Abe? My sister and I are not vegans, but we stopped here for breakfast several days in a row on our way to the Mayo Clinic earlier this year purely out of curiosity. It was really helpful in the ordering process to see the various pretty donuts labelled and strung above the counter. We purchased almost all the flavors to bring to the hospital for our family to try, and the consensus was that the ube and the plum lime were possibly the most delicious donuts we've had anywhere! Honestly! Other outstanding flavors included the tiramisu, the banana stand, and the blueberry crumble. As delightful as the donuts were, I was disappointed in my drink orders. I could only get through a few sips of both my dirty chai latte and the Almond Joy coffee. Old Abe gives some hardcore psychedelic vibes to the point that I wondered if a hallucinogen had been slipped into my coffee before heading into the ladies' room. 1,000 cats hissing at you from the walls will cause you to question your sanity! The rest of the décor was just as wild, from THE Minnesota Prince to an apocalyptic Godzilla declaring that the end was near. The question "1880's stage actor assassin or the bear" might apply in the polka dot room, so it's best to sit facing out with your back against a wall...regardless of which Abe the shop is named after. If the apocalypse, John Wilkes Booth, wildlife, the Chief of the Waponis, or the mob takes me out to sleep with the fishes, and I come back in my next life as the leader of a subversive cult, I'll have to revisit the book room of this shop to view their anarchist primers. Also, I'm sending these donuts to McConaughey as a bribe. He's a fan of Lincolns, so maybe he'll do an Old Abe commercial where he contemplates the meaning of life while noshing on a ube donut. Penny for your thoughts?

This Dunkin is one of the nicer ones I've been to. They have a nice seating area, inside, featuring…read moresome really cute colorful chairs. They also have an outdoor seating area. I needed breakfast when I arrived. I don't think I've ever had breakfast at Dunkin before. I got an avocado toast topped with bacon. I also got their newest flavor for their iced coffee, the Blueberry Donut coffee. The coffee was ready first. It was good, but the flavor wasn't anything special at all. The avocado toast was excellent. It was generous slice of sourdough bread with a nice even coating of avocado, topped with some bacon, then sprinkled with everything seasoning. There might have also been a bit of lemon juice. It was very fresh and filling. The service was fast. I sat outside and enjoyed.

Very friendly staff. Nice selection of donuts!! I've also discovered Dunkin' does a pretty good…read morebreakfast sandwich on sourdough!!!

Very nice tasting donut-type pretty pastries. Wish they would have coffee too and this place would…read morebe packed.

So I'm making this review after being one of the first customers on opening day and just going to…read morethe store again today. Pros: Flavor and texture are great. As the only spot in Rochester, this is quite good on having a variety of flavors rotating weekly. Wish they had some staple flavors and that the donuts were made to order but that's okay. I do appreciate the unique flavors they offer. The ambience is nice to hang out. They do offer WiFi in the store and the password is near the main cash register Cons: Service has not been great. It's something that will greatly change the experience. Both times I've been there the staff do not work efficiently. The orders of just donuts should take a minute or two. However, I believe they operate to complete the order and move to the next. The cash register prompts to give gratuity but the staff really don't do much besides take your order. The Ube boba has a weird aftertaste. And the cup (though cool) isn't great for navigating to get all the boba. Overall, I really want this place to thrive here. With a better plan for a more efficient operation, I would definitely rate this higher.

We LOVE their coffee here at DUE NORTH! We stop here on our way out of town when we are taking a…read morelong drive to Iowa or South Dakota, etc. a new favorite is coconut vanilla lattes---hot or iced! That hint of coconut is absolute perfection and mild enough that it's not too much or too sweet. The baristas are kind and service oriented--- they aim to please. It's a drive thru; so swing around next time you're in Kasson.

If you are looking for a drive thru coffee joint that's not confusing, overpriced, or pretentious,…read morelook no further than Due North Coffee. They have all the best options for you to pick from without confusing you with made-up words and things you've never heard of. Instead, you are welcomed with an easy to read, aesthetically pleasing, and delicious menu with options for your kids to join in and get a drink as well. I can't recommend trying the mini donuts enough! They have different flavors including cinnamon and sugar (what I ordered). The mini donuts were warm and tasted like they were made fresh and homemade as soon as I ordered them. They were soft and honestly the best mini donuts I've ever had. I never realized how mass-produced mini donuts from the fair taste until biting into one of these. I highly recommend Due North to anyone around Rochester looking for quality coffee and a wonderful, aesthetically pleasing experience. 5/5

I wanted to like this place. This was just my experience. The server stated that there wasn't a way…read moreto combine fruits due to it being a syrup. I got this and tried to order a large size but was told I couldn't. However, on the DoorDash app, you can order a large for $1.40 more. The medium costs almost $9. When it's not fresh, I don't think the price is worth it. This is a drive through. There isn't a place to sit. I'd be willing to try the coffees.

Food was alright - got the floral fog (tasted like a light London fog) and the smoothie was light…read morewith chia seeds; the turkey bacon ciabatta was nice though and tasty! Service was a little slow for a drive through and took a while to get the orders straight and unfortunately they already were out of the turkey bacon ciabatta It was cool to see a nice drive thru coffee shop though! The selection was nice to see!

The boxes that the Cast Iron Mac N Cheese With Beef Brisket, Caesar Salad and French Fries were…read moresent in, were all filled to the top. This was enough food for 2 adults who like to eat! For the price and the quantity, I expected it might have been lower quality but everything lookedCaesar Salad amazing. It tasted even better! Especially the Cast Iron Mac N Cheese. It is creamy and comforting with a wonderful contrasting finishing crumb. Then we got beef on top which added a sweet filling protein. I also felt good after eating. I did not feel bloated, even though I ate until I was full. That is a sign of fresh and healthy ingredients. I would come back to try more of the menu at any time!

We stopped in for Forager while visiting Rochester…read more Our server Emily was very friendly and attentive. She never left us waiting for service and offered some great suggestions on the menu. While we know this is a brewery, they also serve batch cocktails, instead of a full bar. We started with their version of an old fashioned, which wasn't our first choice but they were actually tasty albeit a bit sweet. Since the weather was below 0, I craved something hot and comforting. I ordered the Beef Stroganoff which was tasty. Included braised local beef, mushrooms, onions, garlic, parmesan, cream sauce, dill, house-made fettuccini, topped with sour cream. The sauce was light so you didn't feel like it weighed you down. My husband ordered the birria tacos. Beef brisket, white onions, mozzarella, cilantro, corn tortilla, green salsa, beef broth, lime Although they were tasty, they were quite greasy. Prices were reasonable. I would come back again and try the pizza.

Had a Sunday breakfast at Benedict's Morning Heroes and it was a great experience…read more It's a little tough to find the first time - tucked up in the skyway - but that almost adds to it. Once you're in, it's a really cool space. Bright, energetic, a lot going on in a good way. You've got that steady breakfast crowd, coffee flowing, plates coming out - a fun place to sit and take it all in for a while. I ordered the Nordeaster lobster Benedict with hashbrowns and it was excellent. Big chunks of lobster, perfectly poached eggs, and a rich hollandaise that didn't overpower everything. The hash browns were crispy - just the way I like them. It's one of those meals where every bite is just...really good. You catch yourself slowing down because you don't want it to be over. The meal and experience were really, really good the whole way through. Coffee was solid too - kept it coming and it did the job. Overall, easy 5 stars. Great food, cool environment, and definitely a place I'll go back to.

We had an amazing breakfast here! Don't let this slightly out-of-the-way location deter you. This…read morewas an awesome breakfast spot and the restaurant is pretty adorable. We had the sharable monkey bread (wish it had more cinnamon, but that's my personal preference). My wife had The Standard and the eggs were cooked perfectly (over medium) with bacon, breakfast potatoes, and sourdough. She's not really a breakfast potato person, but I kept reaching across the table to nab her perfectly twice fried hunks of deliciousness. I had the Chorizo & Cheese Tot Hash. I was a little surprised that it came with four (giant) tots, but once cut up it didn't matter. The chorizo was... odd. I'm from L.A. and whatever this chorizo was it wasn't made with the traditional seasonings I would expect from a chorizo. Nonetheless, it was absolutely delicious and I ate every bite. The sauce really put the whole thing over the edge. Can't wait to come back and try something different to explore the menu further on our next visit to Rochester.

I felt terrible entering the restaurant 15 min before closing. (Red Cow was right by our hotel, and…read morewe checked in late.) They sat us and were super gracious. We were served and done 15 min after closing. No one was grumpy or rushing us - although we rushed ourselves. The waitress recommended the burger, and I thanked her. It was DELICIOUS! I used a fork and knife to eat it because of the many layers of cheese and flavorings. I also had soup which was tangy, cheesy, and rich. My husband is very particular about the heat of soup. His French onion was excellent and almost too hot to start. He loved it! We both appreciated the kindness of the staff and wish we had a Red Cow in our town!

I'd say this is a 4.5. Had dinner last night and lunch today. All quite tasty…read more Burger last night with bacon and grilled onions was very good. Patties are thin so I got a double. Fries were excellent. My colleagues had a burger and veggie burger. They enjoyed. For lunch takeout today I had a chicken club which was excellent. A bit spicy. Cole slaw too wet for me. Colleagues had the same and a Mediterranean salad with shrimp. It's was a bit pricey at about $64. The place itself has nice relaxed atmosphere and the staff is excellent!!

I kind of wonder if this convenience store franchise is single-handedly keeping the billboard…read moreindustry of southeastern Minnesota alive, as I saw more of these in that area than nearly anything else. They really wanted me to try the chicken, I guess, which they put as nothing else comparing...so, as someone who has had a lot more of those damn things than is probably healthy and/or wise, I will judge their claims thusly. No. Nothing too special there. It is a breaded fried chicken strip, right about the middle of the pack. Would it have mattered if I could have had them hot instead of having to grab some cold ones? Maybe, but there's only so much of my life I'm willing to devote to pursuing the answer to this specific question. Other than that, there is a car wash, gas station, and the usual coolers full of stuff. I imagine this is meant to be competition to either Casey's or maybe Maverik if you head west far enough, but I'll just say it's fine, particularly for convenience stores, and leave it at that.

This is a gas station with a car wash and convenience store. The thing that's great about it is the…read morechicken. It's delicious. I prefer it to any place I've had fried chicken. Maybe even over mom's. So much good stuff. So much convenience. And the staff is SO friendly. This is one of my favorites.