“ My all time favorite restaurant in town! I love how the menu is always changing and every time I go and try something new I love it! Their drinks are super fun and tasty. They also have an amazing bar menu and happy hour! ”

“ Open table states the inspiration behind the name is Billy Madison who drew a blue duck because he had never seen one before, and he wanted to see a blue duck! When I saw this I knew that I had to stop here. Deviled Eggs - (4 halves) Avocado mouse / crab These were good. Not my fav deviled egg ever. A Coffee Drink - Rum / Coffee Liqueur Vanilla Syrup / Cream - perfect brunch drink. Lobster Fried Rice Kimchi / Tamari / Yum Yum Sauce / Scallion / Sunny Egg - obsessed and loved this dish Smoked Salmon Everything Bagel / Dill Cream Cheese / Red Onion / House Vinaigrette / Cucumber-Tomato Salad Kir Royale - Crème de Cassis / Prosecco ( I only ordered this because it was in Emily in Paris) I really enjoyed the vibes, food, and service here. Definitely will be returning to dine for their Happy Hour in the future. I want the Hot Dogs! Park in local ramp or on street. ”

“ We stopped here for dinner when visiting Rochester from Chicago. We were pleasantly surprised by the value for food quality here, first and foremost. The food quality and presentation are excellent, and the prices are very reasonable for what you get. The prices start from mid-twenties per plate and increase with market value of steak and oyster dishes. We ordered the steelhead trout and duck plate. Both were delicious; my husband loves duck and this was no exception. The meat was tender and cooking was well-balanced. He also enjoyed the accompaniments. The squash puree was well-matched to the dish and season (November). I ordered the steelhead trout and absolutely loved it - it was comforting and warm, with just a touch of coconut. The jalapeño was not spicy (seeds were removed) but gave the dish appropriate balance. The trout was medium to well cooked, and crispy skin balanced the amazing risotto pairing perfectly. We also ordered the pumpkin crepe cake and crème brûlée for dessert - both were delicious, but the pumpkin crepe cake was a homerun hit. The service was pleasant and friendly, and the ambiance was cozy but the place fills up quickly for dinner, so come early if you can. I would say this was a little more on the upscale side. We would come back if we could. Strong recommendation. ”

“ I stopped in Rochester MN to crash with some friends on my way to MSP and they suggested that we have supper at the Bleu Duck Kitchen. I knew that Rodchester had quite the food scene with diverse options, so I was excited to try a new restaurant. We got a reservation and here were some of the highlights - I really liked the open and inviting space. Right inside the front door to your left is a beautiful bar area if you're just wanting a snack or cocktail, but then, it flows into the dining room and open kitchen. You can tell a restaurant has it together when they are bold enough to have an open kitchen. They want you to see their professional operation and how much intention they put behind their cooking. - I loved their craft/curated cocktail list. Quality, house made ingredients and variations elevated recognizable drinks. I opted for the straightforward Manhattan which was well balanced and booze forward. My friend had a daiquiri that was pretty potent and could have used a little more orgeat to balance the acidic flavors. - We went all out for this culinary adventure. We started with their French onion potato skins that were a little messy and tough to cut through, so you might want to go at like sushi with just one bite. However, I really liked the layers of flavor. The polenta fries were crispy on the outside and creamy on the inside with a great goat cheese chipotle sauce, My steelhead trout was cooked perfectly and the bed of gochujang risotto and pea salad were great compliments. Honestly, I would. LOVE to go back just be able to try more of their entrées. They all sounded so good. The pork tenderloin was some comfort food and my friend appreciated the vegetarian options. The star of the show might have been this crêpe cake though! Holy cow. The time it must've taken. 10/10, but definitely be ready to share. ”

“ Wonderful establishment with a great selection of wines, cocktails and creative dishes. When we arrived for our reservation, unfortunately we could not be seated right away but were offered seats by the bar and a free appetizer to make up for the wait. Wow, that's service!!! After just a few minutes, the previous party left and we were seated at a nice table with our appetizer already waiting for us. Unfortunately, the fried calamari and vegetables had a very salty breading (I live for salt, and the overall flavors would have been perfect, but it was simply too much of a good thing). Not a big deal as it was offered to us anyway. We ordered different oysters from the special menu - all were fresh and delicious. From the creative menu, I chose the duck breast (you kind of have to at Bleu DUCK) and was not disappointed, it was absolutely PERFECT!!! The restaurant itself is beautiful, not too noisy and is perfect for an evening with friends, business or a date. Will definitely return next time I'm in Rochester! ”

“ Great small eatery in a great part of downtown Rochester. Building itself is rich, very warm. Service is great, more of a formal experience than what I expected. Great menu, featuring a variety of meals that have a unique twist. A lot of menu items are locally sourced. Oyster bar is a plus, with a good variety of quality fresh oysters. Atmosphere and staff well blended. Comfortable setting and great service go hand in hand with the unique flavors presented in the menu items. Formal enough to feel like you are in a higher tier establishment, but not suit and tie. Still comfortable and fitting for a blue collar guy like myself to enjoy a great meal and not feel out of place in a pair of blue jeans and a polo. ”

“ Probably the best restaurant in Rochester. We live out of town, but it has become our new favorite. The vibe is great and the menu changes from time to time. There are always a lot of great food choices to please any pallette. We always get the oysters (which are fantastic) and you may want to try the calamari. The duck and osso bucco are also delicious, and the Chef's Catch is often a great choice. The cocktail list is also impressive. It is always crowded, so make a reservation on Open Table. ”

“ Fantastic experience. The food was so good! We really enjoyed the lamb tartar, beet salad, scallops, and crepe cake! We loved being able to sit in the window and people watch. Our waitress and both of the hosts were so friendly and welcoming. We will definitely be back when in the area! ”