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Newt's

216 1/2 1st Ave SW, Rochester, MN
(507) 289-0577
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Ranked #9 of 131 restaurants in Rochester
Cuisines: American
Good for: Bar Scene, Local cuisine
Dining options: Lunch Spot, Dinner, After-hours
Restaurant details
Good for: Bar Scene, Local cuisine
Dining options: Lunch Spot, Dinner, After-hours
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3 restaurant reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2013 NEW

I go to the Mayo every three months for medical care. It is usually a week or so. Newt's is a special and local establishment that claims to have the best burgers around. Well.. They DO! IT is a fantastic place with tons of character, a nice staff and the best selection of quality beef burgers around! I am craving... More

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Pierre, South Dakota
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 May 2013

I highly recommend making it to this place. The burgers are great and made the way you want them. The staff was fun and very helpful. One of the best burgers, if not the best,I have ever had anywhere.

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San Francisco, California
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6 restaurant reviews
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 April 2013

well, I enjoy a nicely done hamburger as the next guy does. But, there isn't much to the burger here. And, I feel the hype that you'll here about while visiting this town about these burgers are generated out of the fact that there has been few competitors or alternatives to the burger here.

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See 6 more reviews by lightbeing for Rochester
Connecticut
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 April 2013

Visited here with my 17 year old son ... great burgers while we watched the final four games. And if you are looking to indulge in more fried food ... try the mashed potato appetizers. Delicious!

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Delray Beach, Florida
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 March 2013 via mobile

The juicy lucy burger is outstanding...what really surprised me was the super friendly service...This is not fine dining...just an outstanding burger/beer bar

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Edmonton, Canada
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 March 2013

Whether you're looking for simple or unique, Newt's is the place to grab a great burger. When you're sat down, you'll be greeted with popcorn to snack on while you check out the menu. I went during lunch, and it was pretty busy, but the staff were friendly and relaxed. Like a lot of establishments, a lot the staff were... More

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Martinsburg, Iowa
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 March 2013

First issue is the climb up the stairs to get there....I would not suggest this place to anyone who has difficulty getting around at all. Burger had good taste, but not a spectacular marvel as you are lead to believe.

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See 16 more reviews by Mike J for Rochester
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 March 2013

Newts has by far the best burgers in the city. They have been voted the best quite a few years in a row. The Juicy Lucy is my favorite along with the Marvin. The Juicy Lucy has the cheese cooking in the middle of the burger. The restaurant isn't huge by any standards and fills up fast on a Friday... More

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See 7 more reviews by trip1mn for Rochester
Saint Croix Falls, Wisconsin
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3 reviews 3 reviews
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 February 2013

This was a very nice place to go for great burgers . The employee's were very nice with fast service. I had a great margarita there that was the best I ever had. I would highly recommend this place.

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See 2 more reviews by Michael R for Rochester
Rochester, Minnesota
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 February 2013

We had another great lunch at Newts this weekend. They have many burger choices on the menu. I usually have the Juicy Lucy but it needs to be cooked so the cheese melts. Their French fries are also made perfectly. The service is friendly and fast.

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