Hy-Vee Market Grille — Restaurant in Rochester

Used to live in the Northgate area between 02/2016 - 02/2018; even back then I didn't think much of this "restaurant" spot. I just went there for the first time since I left rochmn on 12/24/22... This Market Grille "restaurant" spot seems even more makeshift than it did back then. Back then I referred to it as more of a cafe than a full fledged restaurant. Every Hy-vee store varies as to the amenities... This Barlow location used to have that daycare at the main entrance/exit doorways in that front corner between the 2. i had been to the other 3 locations in rochmn and the only 1 that had a full service restaurant was the newest one on West Circle Dr.... this location doesn't even have a kitchen or dishwashing area... everything has to be carried in/out of the designated dining area to/from the hot/cold ready department. That just seems unsanitary to me. I had heard this location was to become a Walburgers too which seems like that fell through (not surprised considering how small the space is & how much of a ripoff that chain is in comparison to Hy-vee Market Grilles). There was only 1 employee working with 5 customers inside, 1 of the tv's watching the Viking game connection constantly going out 1-2 times every 30 seconds that lasted for 1-2 seconds.... just got...

Came in and ordered a simple two dishes, a hamburger, medium, and fettucene alfredo. After 20 minutes our food came back, the burger was well done and crispy, no pink whatsoever. That's another thing. I, myself, tried the alfredo, which was extremely thick, heavy, and bland as all hell. There was little to no flavor outside of the half pound of parmesan grated on it, and even then, a very mild flavor. The parsley added brought no freshness or lightness to the dish, as I felt borderline bloated after eating it. The breadstick that came with it was chewy and dense, clearly frozen before reheated. Wouldn't reccommend for anyone. The second star is only there because of free refills, and even then, cocktails are $7 each on a...

Chinese take out was completely inedible. Dude dishing things up seemed completely stoned.

No self serve condiments, like other places... (had to ask for everything). Minimal customer service.

Sioux Falls Hy Vee China take out is 5 stars, so I know there's a ton of potential for improvement.

Store manager was top notch, said hi on the way in and bye on...