Welcome to Forager Brewery
locally foraged
the food, beer, and decor
Our casual dining approach invites you to enjoy a relaxed family friendly restaurant experience in Rochester, MN! We offer a full menu of vibrant dishes made from the freshest seasonally available ingredients inspired by our bountiful region. Discover a new favorite each time you visit as our menu changes to integrate the most recent harvest from our local farming partners.
And don’t forget about the beer! Our beers are made on-site, in our brewery, from a combination of locally foraged ingredients, regionally native grains, and wild hop varieties–they pair perfectly with our unique and rustic-style dishes!
Breakfast is available in our Cafe from 8am-11am. Lunch, dinner, and everything in between available 11am-10pm in the Taproom.
scratch kitchen
for the early risers
Our locally foraged ingredients – wild mushrooms, herbs, flowers, and spices – combine to form a unique palate, inspired by our region. We use all-natural produce from local Southeastern Minnesota Farms, supporting sustainable agriculture and independent farming initiatives.
As a reflection of our brewing philosophy, our gourmet menu offers a selection of simple and vibrant dishes made with the freshest seasonally available ingredients. Discover new dishes as our menu changes to integrate the most recent harvest.
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craft beer
brewed with love
Our beers are crafted like dreams, spontaneously creative and unrestricted, coupled with elements within our physical reality. Fostering vision and meaning, derived from sensory experience, we strive to promote a vibrant, sustainable community.
Brewed with love and passion, we aim to challenge and awaken the senses by employing time-honored traditions and fusing innovative brewing practices. Midwestern seasonal transitions offer opportunities to taste the terroir hidden within the Driftless Region. By supporting local farmers, we share this unique glimpse into the heart of flyover country’s agricultural treasures.
Our brews are available on tap from 11am-10pm and to-go from 8am-10pm.
Coffee Shop
for the early risers
Our Forager Cafe is located just inside the main entrance where we feature your favorite caffeinated beverages, house-made juice, fresh smoothies and scratch-made breakfast.
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Just as they do in our Taproom, the Chefs utilize fresh and local ingredients in our Cafe breakfast menu so that you can have all the fuel you need for a busy day!
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We invite you to bring your favorite book, friend, or laptop, and spend the morning with us! (Not to mention we have mimosas too!)
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Breakfast is available 8am-11am and all beverages are available 8am-3pm daily.
private events
for life's happiest moments
Our beers are crafted like dreams, spontaneously creative and unrestricted, coupled with elements within our physical reality. Fostering vision and meaning, derived from sensory experience, we strive to promote a vibrant, sustainable community.
Brewed with love and passion, we aim to challenge and awaken the senses by employing time-honored traditions and fusing innovative brewing practices. Midwestern seasonal transitions offer opportunities to taste the terroir hidden within the Driftless Region. By supporting local farmers, we share this unique glimpse into the heart of flyover country’s agricultural treasures.
Our brews are available on tap from 11am-10pm and to-go from 8am-10pm.
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What Our Customers Say
"Forager brewery is my go-to spot for fresh and delicious food. The lara bowl is amazing but so is everything else on the menu! IF you are in Rochester I Highly recommended stopping by!"