Dorset
Restaurant Capital
State: Minnesota
County: Hubbard County
Founded: 1880s
Abandoned: Semi-ghost
Peak Population: 100
Dorset bills itself as the 'Restaurant Capital of the World' with 4 restaurants and only 22 residents (more restaurants per capita than anywhere). A 3-year-old was elected mayor in 2013. Tourist stop near Itasca.
Plan Your Visit
Best Time: Summer
Difficulty: Easy
Time Needed: 1-2 hours
Quick Facts
- 4 restaurants, 22 people
- 3-year-old mayor
- Self-proclaimed title
Location
Address: Dorset, MN
Coordinates: 46.9833, -94.9667