Opening hours
Open now · closes 4:00 PM
| Monday | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM |
| Thursday | 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM |
| Friday | 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM |
| Saturday | 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM |
| Sunday | 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
Local time in Rochester: 12:28 PM (CST). Holiday hours may differ – call (507) 271-0294 to confirm.
Location & directions
832 7th Street NorthwestRochester, MN 55901
About Old Abe
Old Abe is a donut shop located at 832 7th Street Northwest in Rochester, Minnesota. It's part of our guide to 140 restaurants, cafes and bars in Rochester.
Old Abe is open 5 days a week, usually 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM (closed Monday and Tuesday). Early risers are covered too: doors open at 7:00 AM most days.
You can visit for outdoor seating. Offerings include vegan options.
You can reach the team at (507) 271-0294.
Quick facts
- Category
- Donut Shop · Coffee Shop, Sandwich
- Address
- 832 7th Street Northwest, Rochester, MN 55901
- Phone
- (507) 271-0294
- Hours
- Open 5 days a week, usually 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM (closed Monday and Tuesday)
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Popular times
Usually busiest around 9 AM on Fridays; one of the quieter times is around 5 PM on weekdays.
Based on typical visit patterns for donut shops and this venue’s opening hours.
How the hours compare
We compared Old Abe’s weekday schedule with 31 other donut shops in Minnesota. On a typical weekday it opens at 7:00 AM, later than most (the typical opening time is 5:30 AM) and closes at 7:00 PM, in line with the typical 7:00 PM.
In total it is open about 57 hours a week, 32 hours fewer than the local median of 89. 90% of donut shops in Minnesota open on Sundays, and Old Abe is one of them.
Compared with 31 other donut shops in Minnesota that list their hours in our guide.
Typical prices for donut shops across the US
Based on 20 menus with 373 priced items from donut shops across the US, the median menu item costs $3.25, and half of all items are priced between $2.10 and $6.50.
We don’t have Old Abe’s own menu on file yet, so use these figures as a guide to what donut shops across the US typically charge.
| Item | On menus | Typical price |
|---|---|---|
| Coffee | 45% | $2.00 |
| Apple Fritter | 45% | $1.99 |
| Cinnamon Roll | 35% | $2.12 |
| Donut Holes | 30% | $1.82 |
| Iced Coffee | 25% | $3.49 |
| Hot Chocolate | 20% | $2.62 |
Calculated from 20 menus in our guide. Prices vary by location and change over time.
Features & amenities
Service options
- Outdoor seating
Offerings
- Vegan options
The neighborhood
Within a 10-minute walk (half a mile) of Old Abe there are 12 other places to eat and drink in our guide, and 48 within one mile. By type, the places within a mile include Bakeries & Desserts (8), Cafes & Coffee (6), Mexican & Tex-Mex (6), and American (4).
Competition is light: 1 other donut shop is within a mile. The closest is Dunkin', 0.8 mi away.
16 places within a mile stay open until 10 PM or later on at least one night a week, so this is a good area for a late meal.
Nearest places of other kinds
- Sandwiches & DelisSubway0.2 mi
- PizzaDanny's Pizza0.2 mi
- ChineseHunan Garden0.2 mi
- Japanese & SushiAsian Kitchen0.3 mi
- Mexican & Tex-MexTaqueria El Sueno0.3 mi
What to expect at a donut shop
This group brings together bakeries, donut shops, ice cream parlors, frozen yogurt shops, dessert cafes, candy stores and specialty sweet shops. Bakeries usually open early and sell their best items before noon, while ice cream and dessert shops are busiest in the evening and on warm weekends.
What to order
- Croissants or morning pastries – freshest early in the day
- Donuts – classic glazed is the benchmark
- Cookies and cupcakes – easy to share or take home
- Pan dulce or Asian buns – bakery specialties from other traditions
Good to know
- Arrive early for the full selection; popular items sell out.
- Order celebration cakes several days ahead.
- Many bakeries discount day-old bread and pastries in the afternoon.
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Frequently asked questions
What are Old Abe's opening hours?
Open 5 days a week, usually 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM (closed Monday and Tuesday). Monday: Closed; Tuesday: Closed; Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM; Thursday: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM; Friday: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM; Saturday: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM; Sunday: 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM.
Is Old Abe open on Sunday?
Yes, Old Abe is open on Sundays: 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM.
Where is Old Abe located?
Old Abe is located at 832 7th Street Northwest, Rochester, MN 55901.
What is the phone number of Old Abe?
You can call Old Abe at (507) 271-0294.
Does Old Abe offer delivery or takeout?
Delivery is not listed for Old Abe. Listed service options: outdoor seating.
Is Old Abe open late?
No, Old Abe usually closes before 10 PM.
What else is near Old Abe?
There are 48 other places to eat and drink within a mile of Old Abe. Nearby options include Subway (0.2 mi), Danny's Pizza (0.2 mi), and Hunan Garden (0.2 mi).
Are there other donut shops near Old Abe?
1 other donut shop within a mile. The closest is Dunkin', 0.8 mi away.
How much do donut shops across the US cost?
Based on 20 menus with 373 priced items from donut shops across the US, the median menu item costs $3.25, and half of all items are priced between $2.10 and $6.50.
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