Bleu Duck Kitchen

4.8

1302 Reviews

$31 to $50

American

Make a reservation

2 people

Jan 25, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 22 times today

Good for special occasions
Neighborhood gem
Lively

Our Chef’s take inspiration from Billy Madison who drew a blue duck because he had never seen one before, and he wanted to see a blue duck! Well, since our chefs love classic Adam Sandler humor and innovative cooking, we thought that Bleu Duck was the perfect name to showcase our fun environment and staff as well as our unique and creative menu. Just like Billy, we like to try things that you’ve never seen before!

Bleu Duck Kitchen and Oyster Bar is a full service restaurant that provides a fun and welcoming atmosphere where white linens meet a casual feel to create the new concept of “fun-dining”. Co-Owners Erik Kleven and Jennifer Lester regard each customer as a welcomed friend, and aim to provide them with an experience that is both personal and unique every time they visit.

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American, Oyster Bar, Dining Bar
Hours of operation
Brunch Sat 10:00 am–1:00 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(507) 258-4663
Website
http://www.bleuduckkitchen.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Private party facilities
An inviting and intimate venue, with exposed brick and original hardwood floors set ,in one of the oldest remaining commercial buildings in Rochester,.Our event space can accommodate weddings, cocktail hours, meetings and more, and is customizable for you and your event! Suitable for up to 80 guests.

Location
14 4th St SW, Rochester, MN 55902-3319
Neighborhood
Rochester
Cross street
Broadway
Parking details
Able to park in US Bank lot at night.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

Baklava & Vanilla Ice Cream$9.00
Featuring Seto Bakery: (3) Baklava Rolls & Scoop of Vanilla Ice Cream
Lemon Crepe Cake$15.00
16 Layers of Vanilla Crepes / Lemon Mascarpone / Fresh Whipped Cream / Graham Dust
Chocolate Torte$12.00
Raspberry Coulis / Fresh Berries / Chocolate Ganache / Whipped Cream / GF
Apple Bread Pudding$10.00
Caramel / Roasted Apple / Fresh Whipped Cream
Vanilla Bean Crème Brulé$9.00
Fresh Blueberries
Sea Salted Chocolate Chip Cookies$7.00
(5) Cookies / Baked Fresh to Order

Coffee & Teas

French Press Coffee$5.00
Café Steam / Organic Italian Roast

Mandala Tea Varieties

Flower of Fuijan
Green Jasmine Tea / Sweet & Soft
Downy Tips
Black Tea / Complex & Balanced
Ginger Chamomile
100% Decaf
Milk Oolong
Creamy & Buttery

After Dinner Libations

Daisy's Last Word$10.00
Blanco Tequila / Creme de Cacao / Orange Liqueur / PH Adjusted OJ
Spirited Ice Cream$10.00
Allspice Dram / Coffee Liqueur / Cream / Coffee
Avallen Calvados$11.00
Apple / Dried Apricot
Chateau Riessec Sauternes$16.00
Ripe Peach / Dried Apricot
Mont Blois Estate Muscdel$7.00
Great Acidity / Nutty / Honey Notes
Domaine du Mas Blanc Banyuls$7.00
French Port / Crisp / Acidic / Food Friendly
Pedro Ximenez 15 Year Sherry$10.00
Honeycomb / Walnuts / Caramel
Evolucio Tokaj$12.00
Apricot / Honey / Citrus
Warre's Otima 10 Year Tawny Porto$11.00
Green Fig / Hazelnut
Warre's Otima 20 Year Tawny Porto$20.00
Toasted Sesame / Dates

What 1,302 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.9Service
4.8Ambience
4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Minneapolis - St. Paul
Best Value
Minneapolis - St. Paul
American
Rochester
Best Overall
Rochester
Best Food
Rochester
Best Service
Rochester
Best Ambiance
Rochester
Best Value
Rochester
Innovative
Rochester
Good for groups
Rochester
Healthy
Rochester
Hot spot
Rochester
Neighborhood gem
Rochester
Good for special occasions
Rochester
Lively
Rochester
Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Bleu Duck Kitchen is a culinary gem in Rochester, celebrated for its inventive and "delicious, fun" dishes. Guests rave about the "excellent atmosphere and service," with standout brunch and "seasonally changing menu." The restaurant's unique flavors and creative cocktails, paired with friendly service, make it a "must-visit" destination.

1,302 Reviews

C
Chris
Minneapolis
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined today
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A very nice night in comfortable, pleasant surroundings. Delicious foods - the uniquely prepared stuffed delicata squash and very flavorful and tender fried clams were highlights, along with excellent, fresh, delicious oysters. The only place in MN I've found Island Creeks from Duxbury MA, which are simply extraordinary Our server was attentive, personable and upbeat. Easy to park in the immediate vicinity, as street meters are free after 5pm. We will definitely be back for more.
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Stephanie
Alabama
3 reviews
3.0
3 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
The waitstaff was very good with their service. The manager was very understanding with my displeasure over my dinner. He understood my concerns with what they were presenting. My husband’s dish of duck was very good. My dish was supposed to be fried clams and it was not up to my expectations. I am from New England and was anticipating having the experience that was advertised on their special menu of fried clams from Maine. What was served was not authentic fried clams. It was chopped up clams and real fried clams are whole and you have the experience of biting into the briny taste.
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Maureen
Minneapolis
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Awesome Restaurant week menu. Clams and lobster were amazing.
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Bob
VIP
Chicago
56 reviews
3.0
56 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Way too expensive for the value. Disappointing. Terrific service but food was ok, not terrific, with one e ception, the small bowl of clam chowder. The wine was poor and expensive.
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Brent
VIP
Atlanta
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This was our first time here. We had a wonderful experience. Our server Nicky was absolutely incredible. She was very knowledgeable about the menu and told us the history of the building which we found very interesting. The food was great and reasonably priced. We highly recommend Bleu Duck Kitchen!! Outstanding!
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Maureen
Minneapolis
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Awesome Restaurant week menu. The fried clams were awesome, as well as the coleslaw. Scallops were delicate and tasty. Best clam chowder I’ve had in awhile.
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Joan
VIP
Chicago
15 reviews
5.0
15 reviews
Dined on January 15, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
My husband & I both had the Steelhead salmon w/coconut risotto & it was fabulous! We also had the meatballs as an appetizer. They were delicious as well. Would highly recommend dining here
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Phil and Karen
Minneapolis
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on January 11, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We visited Bleu Duck for the first time for our anniversary. We were welcomed warmly, promptly seated, and quickly seen by our server, Alicia. Alicia knew our special circumstances and was thoroughly familiar with the menu, winelist, cocktails, and beers. She skillfully guided us through several choices and took our orders for drinks. We selected the classic old fashioned, the pork tenderloin, and the braised lamb. Alicia suggested a wine pairing for the lamb that proved excellent. The old fashioned was smooth and delicious, the tenderloin crisp and yet juicy, and the lamb and wine were superb. For dessert, we had sherry and chocolate tort that were wonderful. Special thanks to Alicia for very attentive service and impeccable timing. Bleu Duck staff are really friendly, highly professional, and wonderful. Our visit was a delight. We shall return to explore appetizers as small plates.
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Mark
Minneapolis
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on January 11, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 2
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was not as good as usual. Very dry pork tenderloins, etc.
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karen
Baltimore
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 9, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great friendly service. Food they suggested was very good.
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FAQs

Bleu Duck Kitchen offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (507) 258-4663.

Bleu Duck Kitchen is rated 4.8 stars by 1302 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Jan 25, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 22 times today

Order delivery or takeout

14 4th St SW, Rochester, MN 55902-3319

Additional information

Cross street
Broadway
Neighborhood
Rochester
Hours of operation
Brunch Sat 10:00 am–1:00 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American, Oyster Bar, Dining Bar
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Able to park in US Bank lot at night.
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.bleuduckkitchen.com/
Phone number
(507) 258-4663
Private party facilities
An inviting and intimate venue, with exposed brick and original hardwood floors set ,in one of the oldest remaining commercial buildings in Rochester,.Our event space can accommodate weddings, cocktail hours, meetings and more, and is customizable for you and your event! Suitable for up to 80 guests.

Bleu Duck Kitchen

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Steak

Duck

Oysters

Desserts

Baklava & Vanilla Ice Cream$9.00

Lemon Crepe Cake$15.00

Chocolate Torte$12.00

Apple Bread Pudding$10.00

Vanilla Bean Crème Brulé$9.00

Sea Salted Chocolate Chip Cookies$7.00

Coffee & Teas

French Press Coffee$5.00

Mandala Tea Varieties

Flower of Fuijan

Downy Tips

Ginger Chamomile

Milk Oolong

After Dinner Libations

Daisy's Last Word$10.00

Spirited Ice Cream$10.00

Avallen Calvados$11.00

Chateau Riessec Sauternes$16.00

Mont Blois Estate Muscdel$7.00

Domaine du Mas Blanc Banyuls$7.00

Pedro Ximenez 15 Year Sherry$10.00

Evolucio Tokaj$12.00

Warre's Otima 10 Year Tawny Porto$11.00

Warre's Otima 20 Year Tawny Porto$20.00

Overall ratings and reviews

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Review summary

FAQs

Does Bleu Duck Kitchen offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

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Is Bleu Duck Kitchen currently accepting reservations?

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