Cozy and delicious restaurants are all over Minnesota. Up north, spots like My Sisters Place or Rustic Inn make dining out fun. Further south, places like Brigitte’s Cafe in St. Cloud or the St. Boni Bistro in St. Bonifacius draw visitors thanks to their welcoming atmosphere and great food. Today, we want to venture even further south, into Rochester, Minnesota. Here, delicious pub grub is on the menu at a cozy little restaurant called the Thirsty Belgian. Next time you’re in town, stop in for a great bite to eat alongside a cold drink. Here’s what you’ll find when you get there:

The Thirsty Belgian is a small but delicious pub in Rochester, Minnesota. This city - Minnesota’s third-largest - is about 90 miles southeast of the Twin Cities. The pub is known for its great drinks and delicious food.

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Step inside, and you’ll find a small but cozy dining area anchored by a long bar. Take a seat here to enjoy the atmosphere of this busy bar.

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The dining room also has plenty of places to watch the action. Each of the eight dining tables makes for a cozy place to sit and enjoy your drinks and food.

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Speaking of food, Thirsty Belgian specializes in pub-style comfort food. Many items are inspired by the owner’s trips to Belgium. You can’t go wrong with a toasted sandwich, or toasty. There are more than a dozen on the menu, so you’ll be sure to find a new favorite.

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Many also enjoy the restaurant’s soup. The flavor changes every day, but it’s always delcious!

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The flatbread pizzas are also popular. There are 14 different kinds, each consisting of fresh ingredients piled atop a naan flatbread. Yum!

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No matter what you order, be sure to get a drink to go along with it! Thirsty Belgian carries a wide array of wines, house and classic cocktails, and dozens of different beers. There’s a lot to taste at the Thirsty Belgian. Next time you’re in Rochester, give this cozy pub a try!

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Have you ever been to the Thirsty Belgian? For more information about the bar and restaurant, including hours, menus, and takeout options, visit their website and Facebook page.

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Address: 2650 Broadway Ave S #600, Rochester, MN 55904, USA