The Redwood Room is a downtown Rochester restaurant and live music venue at 300 1st Ave NW, a few blocks from the Mayo Clinic campus. It pairs hearty comfort food and a full bar with an intimate, low-lit room, which is why locals and visitors book it for date nights and evenings built around a set. It is a separate venue from the historic Redwood Room bar at San Francisco’s Clift hotel.
Expect an eclectic menu of satisfying, familiar plates, along with cocktails, wine and beer from the full bar. The setting is cozy and romantic, with warm lighting and seating suited to lingering conversation. Live performers regularly anchor the evening, so the room works for diners who want music with dinner and for guests who come mainly for drinks and the show. Reviewers consistently praise the mix of food, atmosphere and entertainment, and the venue holds a strong 4.6 rating.
Visitor Highlights & Practical Info
Reserve ahead for Friday and Saturday evenings, when live music draws the biggest crowds. Weeknights and early dinner seatings offer a quieter meal. Check the venue’s current music calendar and hours before you go, since performance schedules change often. If you want a table with a clear view of the performers, ask for one when booking. The restaurant is in walkable downtown Rochester, which makes it a convenient dinner stop for Mayo Clinic visitors staying at nearby hotels. Peace Plaza and the city’s skyway network are within easy reach for a walk before or after the meal.
