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<\/p>\nI grew up in Nebraska so when I moved to Rochester 20 something years ago and heard about the Husker bar in town, I immediately had to check it out.<\/p>\n
Back then, catching a game wasn’t as easy as it is today. Not all games were broadcast on TV,\u00a0 and sometimes you had to order them on Pay-Per-View.\u00a0Brother’s always had my game on along with all the Minnesota teams, so it quickly became my go-to sports spot in town.<\/p>\n
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It didn’t take long to realize it was so much more than just a place to watch football, though. Brother’s has amazing food and their staff has always been super friendly.<\/p>\n
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Google MapsGoogle MapsIs Brother\u2019s Bar & Grill Closing in Rochester? Here is the Truth<\/p>\n
If you\u2019ve heard rumors around town or online that this longtime staple is closing for good, you’re not alone. The restaurant recently posted an open letter on Facebook to address the chatter directly:<\/p>\n
An Open Letter to Our Community<\/p>\n
I\u2019ve seen some rumors circulating lately about the restaurant closing, and I feel like it\u2019s time I address them directly.<\/p>\n
We are NOT closing permanently.<\/p>\n
The truth is, we\u2019ve been going through a difficult stretch with staffing. My general manager recently gave me one week\u2019s notice before accepting another job. I completely understand that people have to do what\u2019s best for themselves, but one week simply wasn\u2019t enough time to find and train a replacement.<\/p>\n
That left me working roughly three weeks of open-to-close shifts to keep the restaurant running.<\/p>\n
I\u2019m not going to pretend that hasn\u2019t taken a toll. I\u2019m a human being, and eventually exhaustion catches up with you.<\/p>\n
On Sunday August 2, after weeks of working extremely long hours, I slept in. I didn\u2019t make it in until around 7:00 AM to unlock the doors.<\/p>\n
Yes, we were open for the rest of the day. No, the restaurant was not closed down. And no, we are not permanently closing.<\/p>\n
I\u2019m sharing this because there\u2019s a real person behind this business. I love what I do. I love this restaurant. Most importantly, I love being part of this community. I\u2019ve put an enormous amount of my life, time, energy, and heart into keeping this place going.<\/p>\n
What I need right now isn\u2019t another rumor. I need support.<\/p>\n
If you hear something about the restaurant, please come ask me. I will always do my best to tell you the truth about what\u2019s happening.<\/p>\n
We are working through some challenges. We are hiring, we are rebuilding, and we are figuring things out one day at a time.<\/p>\n
I\u2019m not asking anyone to feel sorry for me. I\u2019m simply asking for a little understanding and for people to stop feeding the rumor mill.<\/p>\n
We\u2019re still here. We still want to be here. And I\u2019m going to keep fighting to make this place something our community can be proud of.<\/p>\n
Thank you to everyone who has supported us, checked in on us, stopped in for a meal, or simply wished us well.<\/p>\n
We\u2019re not done yet.<\/p>\n
-The Brother\u2019s TEAM<\/p>\n
Between construction, staffing struggles, and the economy, a lot of local spots are struggling right now. It’s good to\u00a0know the rumors about Brother’s closing aren’t true, but it sounds like they could use your support right now.<\/p>\n
13\u00a0Rochester Restaurants with the Best Outdoor Seating<\/p>\n
Eating out on the patio at a restaurant is one of the best ways to enjoy warm weather in Minnesota. Check out the 13 Rochester, Minnesota restaurants with the best outdoor seating (in no particular order).\u00a0<\/p>\n
Gallery Credit: Carly Ross<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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