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Grand Rounds BrewPub {Sponsored Post}

Grand Rounds BrewPub | Rochester MN Moms Blog

Have you ever thought “Wouldn’t it be great if there was a restaurant in town that had everything that I wanted, whatever the occasion?”  Look no further than Grand Rounds BrewPub.  This downtown establishment opened up in the Spring of this year. It’s rich and lengthy history on Historic Third Street only adds to the charm and character of this local eatery.

Opened by local entrepreneur and restaurateur Tessa Leung and Head Brewmaster Steve Finnie, Grand Rounds Brew Pub seeks to create a sense of community no matter what you might be celebrating.

Happy Hour

On any given night week-night at the pub you are sure to see co-workers celebrating a well executed event or project recently completed. The beers that are brewed on site give a sense of celebration and adventure as friends and co-workers have a great time trying out new brews or explaining why the IPA or the Coconut Stout is their favorite.  Additionally, Grand Rounds sells growlers so you can take the brewed goodness home with you to enjoy at any time.  With the new city ordinance that has recently passed, you can now purchase these growlers during extended sale hours!

Date Night

The next table over you might see a couple on a date getting to know each other over an appetizer and a house crafted cocktail.  The farm-to-table menu that Grand Rounds offers is exceptional food and can be conducive to fun conversation while you dine on something new to you.   With live, local music at various times throughout the month, the ambiance turns cozy and quaint and is perfect for getting to know a person better.

Family-Friendly

Look further and you’ll see the family in the corner enjoying a meal together.  One child is happily coloring while the others are building with a box of Legos that you can borrow from Grand Rounds.  Also be sure to take advantage of their large game inventory! There’s sure to be something to keep everyone occupied while you wait for your food.  And speaking of food…Grand Rounds has the best kid’s menu…perfectly portioned plates for little palates.  And did we mention Goldfish for the kids to munch on when you’re seated at your table? Rounding out the family friendly experience is handy changing tables in both the men’s and women’s bathrooms (modeled by Cortado in the picture below)!

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Girl’s Night Out

If you’re looking for the perfect spot for a girl’s/mom’s night out, the private dining space below the main pub area is fantastic for throwing the perfect party.  This VIP space is called the Blind Pig and is absolutely full to the brim with character: with low ceilings, exposed brick walls, comfy furniture, a prohibition era feel and plenty of space…this venue is perfect for bachelorette parties, small reunions, a girl’s night out or any even that would bring together your friends.  With a specialty menu that provides gluten-free offerings, there is something for everyone on your invite list.

Rochester MN Moms Blog was treated to an evening at the Blind Pig for our very first contributors meeting.  From the moment we arrived, to the moment we left we were spoiled by the choice of food and the incredible customer service provided by James.  With a private bar in the corner, you don’t even have to worry about going upstairs for your cocktails.  Everything you need is right there. The Blind Pig can seat up to 25.  There are cozy couches and tables placed around the room create a perfect mix of mingling and eating.

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Community

Our very favorite aspect of Grand Rounds BrewPub is how they seek to create community to all that enter through their doors.  Borrowing from Rochester’s rich medical roots they have this to say about their restaurant name,

“When we thought about people coming together over a pint – people from different backgrounds, different walks of life, with different interests and different outlooks, the concept of a medical grand rounds came to mind. The purpose of a medical grand rounds is, everyone comes together to learn. In these grand rounds, you’ll see all ages – young to old, from different specialties, and different ethnic and educational backgrounds, all there to learn. They all bring something to the table. If you’ve ever been in a great conversation at the pub over a pint, it’s very similar. People bring their passion to the table when they discuss what’s important to them – whether that’s medicine, football, food, knitting, art, family, music, or beer.”

This resonates with Rochester MN Moms Blog as we are seeking to create a community among the moms in our community. We were honored to enjoy our very first meeting as contributors in a space that was designed specifically for creating community.

We hope that you will consider Grand Rounds BrewPub the next time you consider any type of celebration or event in your household!

 


This post was sponsored by Grand Rounds BrewPub.  Thank you for your generosity to Rochester MN Moms Blog!

 

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