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Erie Grill at the Del Monte
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Fraiche Dessert Bar & Bistro
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Genesee Brew House
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G i o v a n n i ’s B a r & G r i l l
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Han Noodle Bar
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Jines
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J o h n n y ’s P u b & G r i l l
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L&M Lanes
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Amaya Restaurant
Bar Louie
Lento Restaurant Lovin’cup
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Marshall Street Bar & Grill
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Max Rochester
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Nikko
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Owl House
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Pomodoro
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Pultneyville Grill
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Quaker Steak & Lube
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Rohrbach Brewing Company
Lux Lounge
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Worked hard all day? Big date tonight? Don’t want to mess up the kitchen? Nothing in the refrigerator but that fuzzy green thing in the back?
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your guide to food & drink you don’t have to fix.
Royal Dynasty Chinese Restaurant
Spot Coffee Victoire
Not to worry, you don’t have to cook. Rochester is a great town for eating out. Casual or elegant, American, European or ethnic, city or suburban, you’ll find food, drink and atmosphere to please your budget as well as your palate. And this little book can help. When you want to get out of the house, check out the wide variety of establishments offered here. Keep it around…and bon appetit.
Wa l l S t r e e t Wa r f i e l d ’s
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A M AYA BAR & GRILL 1900 Clinton Ave. South (Tops Brighton Plaza) Rochester, NY 14618
Bar & Grill
585-241-3223 FAX: 585-241-3222 amayabarandgrill.com TUESDAY-SATURDAY Lunch 11:30am - 2pm Dinner 5pm -10pm SUNDAY Brunch Buffet 11:30am - 2:30pm Dinner 5pm-9pm CLOSED MONDAYS • Gourmet Sunday Brunch Buffet • Express Lunch Tues. - Sat. includes buffet • Private Party Space Available BRIGHTON
Modern Indian flavors transformed into a contemporary
gourmet experience
Extensive Vegetarian/Vegan Menu • Take Out & Catering Available for Lunch and Dinner JOIN OUR REWARDS PROGRAM! SEE WEBSITE FOR DETAILS
MOE’S SOUTHWEST GRILL 1100 Jefferson Rd Rochester, NY 14623 1044 Ridge Rd Webster, NY 14580 3246 Monroe Ave Rochester, NY 14618 Catering Hotline 585-729-1940 www.moes.com • Catering • Online Ordering • Coca-Cola Freestyle
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Welcome TO THE DISTILLERY…YOUR PLACE FOR
FOOD, DRINK, SPORTS & FUN!
“YOUR
neighborhood GATHERING
THE D I S T I L L E RY 1142 Mt. Hope Avenue Rochester, New York 14620 585-271-4105 300 Paddy Creek Circle Greece, New York 14615 585-621-1620 3010 Winton Road South Henrietta, New York 14623 585-339-3010 10 Square Drive Victor, New York 14564 585-924-2337 www.thedistillery.com
PLACE ® ”
MONDAY-SATURDAY 11am - 1am
DISTINCTIVE MENU of American fare Extensive selection of DOMESTIC AND CRAFT BEERS Wine, martinis & SPECIALTY DRINKS
Voted BEST NEIGHBORHOOD BAR and BEST PLACE FOR APPS!
SUNDAY 12pm - 12am
Our signature sauces are now available in retail size!
• Watch Sports on 30+ TV Screens • Great ambiance with timeless quality • Serving lunch, dinner & late night!
thedistillery.com
T H E R E V E L RY 1290 University Ave Rochester, NY 14607 585-340-6454 www.therevelryroc.com SUNDAY BRUNCH: 11:30 am - 4 pm MONDAY: CLOSED TUESDAY - THURSDAY 11:30 am - Midnight FRIDAY 11:30 am - 2 am SATURDAY 4 pm - 2 am • Cuisine honoring the Lowcountry of the South • Serving artisinal spirits, wine and beer NEIGHBORHOOD OF THE ARTS
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BAR LOUIE 98 Greece Ridge Center Drive Greece, NY 14626 barlouieamerica.com/locations/ greece-ridge.aspx greece@barlouieamerica.com MONDAY-SUNDAY 11am - 2am • Groups welcome • After-theatre • Take-out available GREECE
R O YA L DYNASTY CHINESE R E S TA U R A N T
TAKE YOUR TASTE BUDS ON A
cultural tour of flavor
Royal Dynasty
1763 Empire Blvd. Webster NY 14580 585-671-5133 MONDAY-THURSDAY 11:30am - 9:30pm FRIDAY-SATURDAY 11:30am - 10:30pm
CHINESE RESTAURANT
It ,s Royal for a Reason
SUNDAY Noon - 9:30pm • Cantonese, Szechuan, Madarin & Hunan fare • No MSG ever! • Rochester’s Choice award winner for 8 straight years
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VOTED ROCHESTER’S CHOICE AS THE
#1 Best Chinese Restaurant
WEBSTER
FOR 9 STRAIGHT YEARS!
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CHAR STEAK & LOUNGE 550 East Avenue Rochester, New York 14607 585-241-7100 www.charsteakandlounge.com
DISCOVER Crafted Tuscan Cuisine
SUNDAY- MONDAY Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner 7am-10pm SUNDAY BRUNCH 11am -3pm
in the heart of the Neighborhood of the Arts
• Three Outdoor Fire Pits • Extensive Wine List • New Cocktail Program NEIGHBORHOOD OF THE ARTS
Refined and approachable service, the menus offer wood-fired grilled steaks to homemade pastas, fresh fish and masterfully in-house-crafted desserts… and always a new seasonal cocktail menu.
Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner Sunday Brunch 11-3
WA L L S T R E E T BAR & GRILL 330 East Ave Rochester, NY 14604 585-319-5696 www.wallstreetrochester.com
STREET
MONDAY-SATURDAY 11am - 2am
BARSTREET & GRILL
SUNDAY 12pm - 2am • Nestled on a popular corner in the heart of East End • Daily lunch, happy hour & dinner specials • Offering an extensive wine & cocktail menu EAST END
FRESH AND CREATIVE OFFERINGS IN THE ENTERTAINMENT DISTRICT
DAILY LUNCH, HAPPY HOUR
& DINNER SPECIALS ROCHESTERCITYNEWSPAPER.COM 7
SPoT COFFEE 200 East Avenue Rochester, New York 14604 585-613-4600 www.spotcoffee.com SUNDAY-THURSDAY 6am-11pm FRIDAY & SATURDAY 7am-Midnight • Buffalo-roasted beans - fresh & flavorful! • Perfect for business or social functions • 10% student discount EAST END
YOUR BEANS. YOUR BUZZ. YOUR SPoT. House-brewed coffee & espresso drinks Blender shakes Brick-oven gourmet pizzas Panini sandwiches made fresh to go Wraps & salads Freshly made desserts & baked goods ALL DAY BREAKFAST!
CATERING!
SPoTCOFFEE.COM
Whatever the occasion, SPoT Coffee is your catering solution.
LUX
WEEKLY SCHEDULE!
666 South Avenue Rochester, New York 14620
SUN - BLOODYS, BANGERS & BEER 4PM-9PM
585-232-9030 www.lux666.com
“BURN YER’ OWN BURGER” 9PM-2AM CHEAP EATS & DRINKS ALL DAY LONG
MONDAY -THURSDAY 5pm - 2am FRIDAY 4:30pm - 2am
10% STUDENT DISCOUNT!
Lux666.com
SATURDAY 9pm -2am SUNDAY 4pm - 2am • Kick-Ass Daily Specials • Home of the Pabstsmear • Best Of Rochester Winner! SOUTH WEDGE
MON - ARTS & CRAFTS
$1 OFF ALL DRAFTS ALL NIGHT LONG! BEER + GLUE = STUPID FUN
TUES - PBR/PBJ NIGHT
TUESDAY TWISTED TRIVIA - WIN STUFF! $1 PABST & FREE SANDWICHES
WED - B-MOVIE BONANZA AND WICKED WHEEL NIGHT!
$2 BUDWEISER BOTTLES, $2.75 WELL DRINKS ALL NIGHT
THURS - SIT-N-SPIN NIGHT
ROTATING SPECIALS ALL NIGHT LONG! MIDNIGHT DANCE CRAZE CONTEST
FRI - SLAP-HAPPY HOUR
$2.75 WELL DRINKS & $2 DOMESTIC DRAFTS 4:30-9PM. YUMMY FREE PIZZA!
SAT - CHEAP DATE NIGHT $2.75 WELL DRINKS FROM 9PM-11PM
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WHEN YOU’RE SERIOUS ABOUT YOUR BBQ... JOIN US FOR OUR •Award-winning BBQ & Catering •24 Craft Beers on tap
•Live Blues, Rock & Funk (never a cover) Gluten-Free Menu Options!
Restaurant 325-7090 Catering 325-9127
UPSTAIRS AT THE DINO Private Catering for Every Occasion! Seats up to 50
DINOSAUR BAR-B-QUE 99 Court Street Rochester, New York 14604 585-325-7090 Catering: 585-325-9127 www.dinobbq.com MONDAY-THURSDAY 11am - 11pm FRIDAY-SATURDAY 11am - 1am SUNDAY 12pm - 10pm • Upstairs private catering room! • Overlooks the picturesque Genesee River • Groups welcome! DOWNTOWN
KITCHEN OPEN LATE
DINOBBQ.COM
99 Court Street
Downtown on the river!
LENTO 274 North Goodman Street Village Gate Square Rochester, New York 14607 585-271-3470 www.lentorestaurant.com
We invite you to dine with us and experience a local restaurant that serves its guests meals that are created with time and care
Local. Seasonal. Lento.
WEEKLY
SPECIALS • $1 Oyster Tuesdays • • No Corkage Fee Wednesdays • • $5 Custom Craft Cocktails on Thursdays •
Open for DINNER MONDAY-SATURDAY
BAR MONDAY - FRIDAY from 4pm ‘til close DINNER MONDAY & WEDNESDAY 5-9pm TUESDAY, THURSDAY, FRIDAY & SATURDAY 5-10pm CLOSED SUNDAY • Rochester’s First Farm to Table Restaurant • Full Raw Bar • Weekday Happy Hours: 4 - 6pm NEIGHBORHOOD OF THE ARTS
274 N. Goodman St., Rochester www.lentorestaurant.com 271-3470 ROCHESTERCITYNEWSPAPER.COM 9
VICTOIRE 120 East Avenue Rochester, New York 14604 585-325-3663 www.victoirebar.com MONDAY-SUNDAY 11:30am - 2am DAILY Kitchen open ‘til 11pm • Rotating Beer Selection • Authentic Belgian Experience! • Unique European Atmosphere EAST END
CLASSIC BELGIAN CUISINE WITH A MODERN AMERICAN TWIST
Moules et Frites • Duck confit Reuben • Charcuterie Plates! Flemish Onion Soup • And much more…
IMPRESSIVE SELECTION OF AUTHENTIC BELGIAN IMPORTED BEERS & BELGIAN-STYLE BEERS. OUTSIDE DINING IN OUR BEER GARDEN DURING FAIR WEATHER
M A R I A’ S AUTHENTIC MEXICAN R E S TA U R A N T 75 W. Main St. Webster, NY 14580 585-872-1237 www.mariasmexican.com TUESDAY 11am - 2pm, 5pm - 9pm WEDNESDAY-THURSDAY 11am - 3pm, 4pm - 9pm FRIDAY 11am - 10pm SATURDAY 4pm - 10pm CLOSED SUNDAY & MONDAY • Everything homemade • Family owned and operated • Take out and delivery available WEBSTER
For over 20 years we have been perfecting our family’s secret ret recipes and bringing them to your table.. Everything made from scratch ratch with the freshest possible ingredients nts and centuries of tradition. See our website for details and specials. ecials.
WWW.MARIASMEXICAN.COM COM
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GREAT BAR, GREAT FOOD FULL SERVICE MENU AND A FRIENDLY NEIGHBORHOOD ATMOSPHERE
MARSHALL STREET BAR & GRILL 81 Marshall Street Rochester, New York 14607 585-325-2191 marshallstreetbarandgrill.com MONDAY-SATURDAY 11am - 2am SUNDAY 12pm - 2am
S A L A D S, S A N DW I C H E S, V E G E TA R I A N & VEGAN OPTIONS and MUCH MORE!
EAT IN • TAKE OUT • CATERING FOR ANY OCCASION SEMI-PRIVATE SPACE AVAILABLE FOR YO U R S P E C I A L E V E N T O R M E E T I N G!
• Unique menu, vegetarian & vegan options • 18 rotating beer taps • Catering available MONROE AVENUE
DAILY DRINK SPECIALS KITCHEN OPEN ‘TIL 2AM
$38 SPECIAL for two
Includes one appetizer to share, 2 dinner salads and 2 entrees. Tuesday-Thursday only
GREAT FOOD, GREAT SERVICE & A GREAT VIEW!
On the bay... Enjoy the fall foliage from our patio! When the chill sets in, come inside to our cozy dining room and intimate bar.
Fish Fry Fridays
LASALLE’S STEAK & CRAB 1300 Empire Blvd. Rochester NY 14609 585-482-5740 www.lasallessteakandcrab.com
Prime Rib Fri & Sat
TUESDAY-SATURDAY Bar opens at 3pm
JO IN O UR
TUESDAY-THURSDAY 4pm - 9:30pm
Martini Club
with over 600 members
FRIDAY-SATURDAY 4pm - 10pm
Happy Hour Daily
SUNDAY Light menu 2pm - 8pm
3-6pm
CLOSED MONDAY • 600 member Martini Club • Groups Welcome • Take-out available IRONDEQUOIT BAY
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LOVIN’ CUP BISTRO & BREWS
ROCHESTER’S MOST UNIQUE
LIVE MUSIC VENUE!
300 Park Point Drive Suite 101 Rochester, NY 14623 585-292-9940 FAX: 585-292-9828 lovincup.com SUNDAY 12 - 10pm MONDAY 11am - 11pm TUESDAY-WEDNESDAY 11am - 12am THURSDAY-SATURDAY 11am - 2am • Casual Dining/Full Service Bistro • Local Craft Beer & Wine • Live Music Venue PARK POINT/HENRIETTA
NEW DINNER MENU MICROBREWED BEERS SIGNATURE COCKTAILS SEASONAL WINES
BEST OPEN MIC!
BIAGGI’S RISTORANTE I TA L I A N O 818 Eastview Mall Victor, NY 14564 585-223-2290 FAX: 585-223-2722 www.biaggis.com SUNDAY 11:30am - 9pm MONDAY-THURSDAY 11:30am - 9:30pm FRIDAY-SATURDAY 11:30am - 10:30pm • Children-friendly • Groups welcome • Take-out available VICTOR
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MAX R ESTAUR AN TS Max Rochester Max of Eastman Place 25 Gibbs Street, Rochester, NY 14604 | 585-697-0491 Max Chophouse 1456 Monroe Avenue Rochester, NY 14618 585-271-3510 Max at the Gallery 500 University Avenue Rochester, NY 14607 585-473-6629 FOR HOURS, DETAILS, CATERING & EVENTS: www.maxrochester.net 585-697-0491
MAX ROCHESTER
• Thursday tapas at the Gallery • Sunday Brunch at the Gallery
MAX of EASTMAN PLACE MAX CHOPHOUSE M A X a t t h e G A L L E RY
ROHRBACH BREWING CO. 3859 Buffalo Road Rochester, NY 14624 585-594-9800 FAX: 585-594-1960 www.rohrbachs.com MONDAY-THURSDAY 11am - Midnight FRIDAY 11am - 1am SATURDAY 11:30am - 1am SUNDAY Closed • Groups welcome • Children-friendly • Best of Rochester winner
At our restaurant:
GATES
• From scratch salads • Magnificent entrees • Authentic German dishes • Monthly food & beer pairing dinners • Rohrbach’s finest ales & lagers plus an extensive wine list
At our brewery:
on Railroad Street near the Public Market • Tours • Sampling • Growlers • Host private parties in our Tasting Room ROCHESTERCITYNEWSPAPER.COM 13
NIKKO
MAKE IT A NIKKO NIGHT!
1 Capron Street Rochester, New York 14607
ENJOY DOWNTOWN’S MOST SOUGHT-AFTER SUSHI AND HANDCRAFTED COCKTAILS
585-454-2908 www.restaurantnikko.com
START WITH A
TUESDAY - FRIDAY 5-10pm FRIDAY & SATURDAY 5-11pm
SPECIAL HAPPY HOUR MENU TUES -FRI FROM 4:30-6:30 PM
4 $ 7 $
Happy Hour: TUESDAY - FRIDAY 4:30-6:30pm, bar open late CLOSED SUNDAY & MONDAY • Most sought-after sushi in Rochester • Innovative, hand-crafted cocktails • Meticulous cuisine prepared by an experienced culinary team and sushi staff
off all Menu Sushi Rolls Wines by the Glass House Classic Cocktails Sake Bombs
DOWNTOWN
BAR OPEN LATE
GENESEE BREW HOUSE 25 Cataract Street Rochester, New York 14605
ENJOY OUR BREW HOUSE EXCLUSIVE MICRO-BREWS • PILOT BREWERY TOURS GENESEE MUSEUM • TASTING ROOM • FULL RESTAURANT • BEER GARDEN ROOFTOP PATIO OVERLOOKING HIGH FALLS • HOST YOUR PRIVATE EVENTS HERE
585-263-9200 www.geneseebrewhouse.com MONDAY-WEDNESDAY 11am-9pm THURSDAY & SATURDAY 11am-10pm SUNDAY Noon - 9pm • Tours & Tastings • Restaurant and Bar • Gift Shop DOWNTOWN
The Genesee Brew House was created to capture and share with you the long history of the Genesee Brewery and is a beer destination, featuring interactive exhibits, multimedia content, gift shop and pub-style restaurant.
BOOK YOUR EVENT WITH US!
Corporate • Celebrations Holiday Parties For more information call: 585-353-0201 14 CITY • RESTAURANT AND BAR GUIDE 2013
BACCO’S RISTORANTE
Bacco’s Ristorante
263 Park Avenue Rochester, New York 14607 585-442-5090 baccosristorante.com
Park Avenue’s Hidden Hi Hidd dden eenn T Treasure Treasur Tr Treeassurr e
TUESDAY-SATURDAY 5pm - 10pm • Authentic Italian Cuisine • Extensive Wine List • Daily Specials
Enjoy a truly memorable dining experience, with superior service, in a charming and cozy ambiance where every dish is created using the finest and freshest ingredients.
PARK AVENUE
WE WELCOME ALL CELEBRATIONS Your host Giovanni
La Gamba
SERVING DINNER Tuesday-Saturday
Reservations Highly Recommended. We Cater to Theater Patrons
L & M LANES
L&MES LAN
873 Merchants Rd. Rochester NY 14609
THE BEST NEIGHBORHOOD BAR WITH A BOWLING ALLEY,
OR,
585-288-1210 www.lmlanes.com MONDAY-SATURDAY 4pm - 12am
THE BEST BOWLING ALLEY WITH A NEIGHBORHOOD BAR???
SUNDAY Closed • Open Bowling Daily • Ever-changing craft beers on tap • Private parties welcome CULVER/MERCHANTS
ALL MAJOR SPORTS ON TV OPEN BOWLING DAILY LEAGUE BOWLING- CALL FOR DETAILS EVER-CHANGING CRAFT BEERS ON TAP EXPANDED BAR MENU WITH REALLY, REALLY GREAT WINGS!!! Find us on
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ROCCO 165 Monroe Avenue Rochester, NY 14607 585-454-3510 www.roccorochester.com MONDAY-THURSDAY 5pm-9pm FRIDAY 11:30am - 2pm, 5pm - 10pm SATURDAY 5pm-10pm • After Theater • Take-out available • Best of Rochester Winner MONROE AVENUE
it a lia n fo o d gre a t it a lia n win e s lun c h o n frid a ys
S A L E N A’ S 302 N. Goodman Street at The Village Gate Rochester, NY 14607 585-256-5980 FAX: 585-698-1889 www.salenas.com TUESDAY-THURSDAY 11:30am - 10pm FRIDAY-SATURDAY 11:30am - 11pm SUNDAY 3 - 9pm MONDAY Closed
RO C H E S T E R ' S FAVO R I T E M E X I C A N C U I S I N E Since 1998, Salena’s has prepared Regional recipes as well as an array of other Mexican-inspired dishes.
• Catering Available • After-Theatre Dining • Serving over 100 Tequilas NEIGHBORHOOD OF THE ARTS
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B E ST O F RO C H ESTER ® W I N N ER 6 Y EARS I N A ROW 2 0 0 7 - 2 0 1 2
JOHNNY’S PUB & GRILL
SERV I NG
GREAT FOOD NIGHTLY 4-10PM
•••••••••••••••••••••••• OPEN DAILY AT 4 • FRI AT 2:30
FISH FRY FRIDAY •••••••••••••••••••••••• 22 BEERS ON DRAFT
SUPERB LIVE MUSIC
PUB & GRILL
1382 CULVER ROAD (NEAR MERCHANTS) 224-0 9 9 0
4-TIME WINNER of CITY’S BEST OF ROCHESTER
1382 Culver road Rochester, NY 14609 585-224-0990 www.johnnyslivemusic.com MONDAY-THURSDAY and SATURDAY-SUNDAY Opens at 4pm FRIDAY Opens at 2:30pm • Take-out available • Catering • Best of Rochester Winner CULVER/MERCHANTS
CHECK OUT OUR CALEND DA R AT A JOHNNYSLIVEMUSIC.COM N E V E R A C OV E R
•••••••••••••••••••••••• TAKE OUT & CATERING AVAILABLE BOOK YOUR PARTY WITH US
Pomodoro Grill has been one of Rochester’s best kept secrets for nearly 20 years. Featuring an eclectic menu filled with the flavors of the Mediterranean with a modern twist, prepared and served by our dedicated staff- Pomodoro Grill is sure to please! • Gourmet pastas, woodfired pizzas, steaks, seafood & original entrées, with seasonal menu changes using locally grown ingredients
POMODORO GRILL & WINE BAR 1290 University Ave. Rochester NY 14609 585-271-5000 3400 Monroe Ave. Rochester NY 14618 585-586-7000
• Live music every Friday & Saturday night
www.mypomodoro.com
• Spacious full service bar, great for cocktail parties, holiday parties, or any special occasion
LUNCH: MONDAY-FRIDAY 11:30am - 3pm DINNER: MONDAY-THURSDAY 4:30pm - 10pm FRIDAY-SATURDAY 4:30 - 11pm SUNDAY 4:30 - 9pm • Rochester’s Best Outdoor Dining • Great Wine Selection • Private Parties Welcome
www.mypomodoro.com 3400 Monroe Ave: 585-586-7000
2 LOCATIONS!
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THE OLD TOAD AUTHENTIC BRITISH PUB
The Old Toad
277 Alexander Street Rochester, New York 14607
a warm & friendly atmosphere along with a huge selection of
585-232-2626 FAX: 585-232-9019 www.theoldtoad.com MONDAY-THURSDAY 11:30am - 12am
is a true British pub
— OFFERING —
FINEST INTERNATIONAL & MICRO BEERS
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THE BEST FISH & CHIPS ONLY HAND-CUT FRIES OUR OWN HOMEMADE TARTAR SAUCE & FRESH BEER BATTER
— BRITISH STAFF —
JOIN US FOR
a meal, a pint, & a game of darts
PULTNEYVILLE GRILL 4135 Lake Rd (P.O. Box 87) Pultneyville, NY 14538 (315) 589-4512 Dinner: WEDNESDAY - SATURDAY 5:00 - 9:30pm SUNDAY 1:00 - 8:00pm Lunch: THURSDAY - SATURDAY 12:00 - 3:00pm • Fine Dining on Lake Ontario • Open All Year • Creative Seasonal Dishes
Open All Year
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BLU WOLF BISTRO
coming soon...
657 Park Ave Rochester, NY 14607 585- 442-4986 Open for lunch, dinner, and late bar menu until 2am daily • A Full Service Restaurant & Bar • Opening in late November • More than a dozen varieties of wings - All You Can Eat Wing Special on Sundays! PARK AVENUE
G O U R M E T B U R G E R S • C U S TO M D R A F T S • N F L S U N DAY T I C K E T
Newly Opened!
SHUI ASIAN FUSION 236 University Avenue Rochester, NY 14607 585-546-6525 Find us on Facebook MONDAY - THURSDAY 11 am - 10 pm
Shui Asian Fusion A
FRIDAY - SATURDAY 11 am - 11 pm SUNDAY 12 pm - 10 pm • A pan-asian restaurant • Featuring fresh and creative dishes • Delicious food at reasonable prices DOWNTOWN
SOUPS, SALADS, CURRIES AND MORE Conveniently located near downtown on the corner of East Main Street and University. ROCHESTERCITYNEWSPAPER.COM 19
JINES 658 Park Avenue Rochester, NY 14607 585-461-1280 FAX: 585-461-4487 jines@frontier.com
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MONDAY-SATURDAY 7am - 10pm SUNDAY 7am - 8pm • Sunday Brunch • Children Friendly • Catering PARK AVENUE
on Park Avenue since 1971
• Serving breakfast, lunch & dinner seven days a week & brunch on Sunday • Tasty seasonal specialties, fresh seafood & evening dinner specials • New beer & wine additions to reflect the season FINAL FOUR!
HAN NOODLE BAR 687 Monroe Avenue Rochester, NY 14607 585-242-7333 www.hannoodlebar.com
HAN NOODLE BAR
SUNDAY - THURSDAY 11 am - 10 pm FRIDAY - SATURDAY 11 am - 11 pm • Street food inspired Chinese cuisine • In the heart of Upper Monroe neighborhood MONROE AVENUE
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QUAKER STEAK 2205 Buffalo Rd Rochester, NY 14624 585-697-9464 (WING) quakersteakandlube.com /Rochester_NY
YOUR HUNGER STOPS HERE
SUNDAY - MONDAY 11 am - 10 pm TUESDAY - THURSDAY 11 am - 11 pm FRIDAY AND SATURDAY 11 am - 12 am • Family friendly restaurant • Motor-themed atmosphere • Specials and events every night of the week GATES
FESTIVAL FAVORITE WINNER At the National Buffalo Wing Fest THE OWL HOUSE 75 Marshall St Rochester, NY 14607 585-360-2920 www.owlhouserochester.com SUNDAY 11am - 3pm, 5pm - 11pm SATURDAY 11am - 3pm, 5pm - 10pm
Offering dishes focusing on FLAVOR and CULINARY IMAGINATION
TUESDAY - WEDNESDAY 11:30am - 4pm, 5pm - 10pm THURSDAY - FRIDAY 11:30am - 4pm, 5pm - 11pm • Specializing in fresh food with locally-sourced ingredients • 12 draughts of craft beer & unique cocktails • A wide variety of vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free dishes MONROE AVENUE
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ERIE GRILL 41 North Main Street Pittsford, New York 14534 585-419-3032 www.eriegrill.com FOOD SERVED EVERYDAY 6:30am to 11pm Bar Open Late • Gorgeous view of the Erie Canal • Complimentary Parking • Craft Cocktail Menu • Well-Curated Wine List PITTSFORD
G I O VA N N I ’ S BAR & GRILL Whistle Stop Arcade, Maple Ave. Victor, NY 14564 585-398-7988 www.giovannisristorantebravo.com Happy Hour: TUESDAY 5-7pm WEDNESDAY & THURSDAY 5-6pm FRIDAY & SATURDAY 9-11pm Lunch: TUESDAY-FRIDAY 11:30am - 2pm Dinner: TUESDAY-SATURDAY 4-10pm • Parking Available • Catering • Groups Welcome VICTOR
NEW WORLD INTERPRETATIONS OF TRADITIONAL FAVORITES Fresh, new seasonal menus • Extensive wine List Beginning October 1st • Open for lunch
11:30–2 PM
Late Happy Hour Fri and Sat nights, 9–11 PM
Large and small Gatherings • Private Parties • Catering WHISTLE STOP ARCADE, MAPLE AVENUE, VILLAGE OF VICTOR
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WA R F I E L D ’ S R E S TA U R A N T & B A K E RY 3 Coulter Lane Clifton Springs, New York 14432 315-462-7184 www.warfields.com TUESDAY - SATURDAY 11:30am - 2:30pm and 5:00pm - 9:00pm Bakery: WEDNESDAY - SATURDAY 7:00am - 9:00pm • Extensive Wine List (Wine Spectator Award of Excellence) • Creative Cuisine • Private events and banquets CLIFTON SPRINGS
LUNCH
Wednesday–Friday 11-2pm
DINNER & DESSERT
Wednesday–Saturday
FRAICHE BISTRO & D E S S E RT B A R 130 East Avenue Rochester, New York 14604
BRUNCH
Saturday & Sunday 11-3pm
SIGNATURE COCKTAILS
585-319-4313 www.fraiche-bistro.com Lunch: WEDNESDAY-FRIDAY 11am-2pm
Happy Hour from 5-6pm
Dinner & Dessert: WEDNESDAY & THURSDAY 5pm-10pm
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FRIDAY & SATURDAY 5pm - 12am Brunch: SATURDAY & SUNDAY 11am-3pm • Happy Hour Wednesday & Thursday 5-7pm • Local Specialties and Ingredients • Luxurious Desserts and Distinct Rich Coffees! EAST END
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AMORE ITALIAN RESTAURANT AND WINE BAR BY WEGMANS 1750 East Avenue Rochester, New York 14610 585-452-8780 www.wegmansamore.com SUNDAY - SATURDAY 11:30am-2:30pm FRIDAY & SATURDAY 5:30pm-10pm Bar open all day • Unforgettable Italian • Over 30 wines by the glass • Bar serves food all day EAST AVENUE
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