Bernard's Grove

One of our go-to places. The outside area is nice and the bar area is a great place to sit. It…read morewould be nice if they changed up the menu a bit.

This one is hard. Based on the food and particularly the value we experienced the 1 time we went,…read moreI'd be hard pressed to recommend Hose 22. Despite that I keep thinking about what I want to try next time I go. The atmosphere, scale and feel of the dining room is fantastic. It sort of feels like a Rochester version of Cheers. I love that they had all the doors open and the beautiful summer evening climate was enjoyable whether you sat inside or outside. This meant dealing with a few gnats or flies at our indoor table. I started with a Caesar side salad which was very good. The entrees we had were Salmon and Chicken Riggies. The Chicken RIggies were great. Not spicy at all but made-to-order so it could be made spicy. The pasta was perfectly tender but firm, the diced chicken was flavorful and easy to eat. It was THE most successful Chicken Riggie dish I've tried to date anywhere and I took the leftovers home to enjoy for lunch the next day, a rarity for me. The salmon was not a hit. It seemed pretty fishy especially in the areas that were thinner and had become chewier from the grill drying it out. What they call roasted corn is really 'chili powder roasted corn'. The chili powder flavor was quite pronounced and not very well integrated into the dish. It tasted like very ordinary corn with very ordinary chili powder sprinkled on it. I'm sure that isn't how the dish is made but that's what it tasted like. The Cheesy Eddie's carrot cake was absolutely perfect and tasted like it was just made. It's hard to defend the pricing. Our 2 entrees, 1 side salad, 1 soft drink and 2 small glasses of wine and 1 piece of carrot cake ended up being 145 dollars after tax and tip. If the wine pour had been a nice 9 ounce pour I would have had a single glass but I had 2 because they were small. Even with 1 wine this was going to be WELL over 100 dollars for 2 people even before tip. In any head-to-head comparison with something like The Distillery or Genesee Brew House, this pricing is probably out of line. If we go back, it will be with great appreciation for the setting and modest expectations for the food.

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Hose 22

Blue Ridge Grill

4.0(213 reviews)

5.2 mi

We had gotten 2 fish fry's (23.00 each) and the total was 50.00 including tax…read moreI feel these are way to expensive considering diners around the area are not as expensive. I realize inflation hurt us all but this is price gouging at its best.

Love the food here. I've never been disappointed with what I've ordered. Good size portions of…read moretasty food.

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Denver Omelette meal with white toast, hashbrowns, and french toast. (I traded the ham for sausage)

Irondequoit Beer Company

4.5(122 reviews)

7.0 mi

The place was packed tonight! We waited a long time to get a table and then waited equally as long…read moreto even get someone's attention at the bar/tap area to get a drink while we waited. All I will say, is that it was worth it. The place and the menu are pretty cool/chill. Plenty of seating with firepit style table tops, extremely dog friendly, self serve water, and food/drink selections were great too. The waitress was very sweet, but was obviously overworked and busy too. She apologized and gave us free drink tokens and comped us a side order of garlic fries after they ran out of side salads. None of that was her fault, but it shows how the employees and establishment care about their valued costumers. We had the veggie focaccia, garlic fries, and buffalo parm wings (they were huge). No complaints on the quality of food or the portion size since we had more than enough to take stuff home. We will definitely come back. I live only a few minutes away by foot! I don't know why I never came here sooner! Highly recommend

First off, the service we had was amazing. Our server was so kind and helped us choose great food…read moreitems and made us feel very welcome. The space is SO cool! The outdoor tables and indoor space are both equally inviting. Big bonus on air conditioning on a super hot summer day. The beers were delicious. My fave hands down was the Tropical Crushed Fruited NEIPA. What a special beer! But definitely take advantage of the smaller pour sizes and have a few different types. The food was great but the standout item was the Warm Cookie & Ice Cream. I'm going to be dreaming about this until I can return!

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Friday Fishfry

Railway Station Diner

4.7(77 reviews)

6.0 mi•Maplewood

Excellent food and service! Friend staff big collection in the menu. Never had a bad meal here.read more

This restaurant is fantastic. Excellent food and service. Always exciting specials. Friday fish fry…read moreis incredible.

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Bill Gray's Greece

3.1(55 reviews)

2.5 mi

I was craving a veggie burger. They have the impossible burger or the veggie patty. Both good…read moreoptions for vegetarians. The melted cheese was delicious. You can add any toppings you like. If you don't want fries you can get onion rings or tater tot's. It's good to have options. My tots were average tasting. They also have ice cream and milk shakes! The cost is $18 for a meal. It's a good portion and filled me up. Plenty of parking in front. Lots of tables in a really big lobby. Sit close to the TVs if you're keeping up on any games. Staff were very outgoing and friendly. Lots of old pictures you can look at on the walls. I enjoyed taking a slow look as I waited for my pager to go off for my food.

The food and the waitresses are always excellent. My issue is with the people at the counter when…read moreordering. The girl who waited on my son and me, as we got ice cream, was indifferent. This is the third time I've come across this girl, I'm nothing but polite and she acts as if my existence threatens hers. She's not out right rude, she is just indifferent and behaves as if we are a huge inconvenience, they weren't even busy.

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Porto Roc Soxial Lounge

5.0(3 reviews)

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Everything about this place is fantastic. Food, vibes, service. We came to visit for the 4th and…read morethey made us feel like family. I wish this spot was in my neighborhood; i would be a regular. All the food was incredible. Sadly we dug in before taking pics, but the egg rolls were awesome, yuca fries, tostone nachos, and wings - the coconut rum flavor will be something i don't shut up about for years. And the homemade sauce i think was mojo. I dipped my fries in that. Heavenly

Food is amazing. I love our server also the bartender. The owner was there to greet us also.read more

Yuka fries to die for and sandwich is the nuyorican

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Great American Diner

3.8(22 reviews)

3.1 mi

Very friendly place and your typical diner. Great options and they do the pancake trick where…read moreinstead of a stack you get one large pancake the covers the entire plate. Glad I stopped in and next time in the area, I may stop in for another meal.

It's been a while since I've written a review!! Lots of stuff going on in my life, mainly the fact…read moreI just moved to Rochester in December all the way from Virginia Beach to be with my first love whom I rekindled with over the past year and it's been amazing. Anyway.... you know I overshare. Furthermore, I've tried a few of the restaurants up here but I had a GREAT experience at the Great American Diner and was inspired to leave a review!! My lovely boyfriend suggested we try this place out. He said it used to be Wimpy's and it was new to him as well. Turns out that was a great decision. Walking in, all of the staff had a great attitude- everyone was in a good mood. We were seated quickly in one of the cozy booths, despite it being pretty busy. This place reminds me of the diners I used to enjoy back home. Assorted jams on the table and condiments for our use, very convenient! For seating, there is also a bar and regular tables. There are TVs that were playing game shows. The menu is quite expansive, you can get all sorts of breakfast items (omlettes, pancakes, waffles, french toast, wraps/sandwiches, platters) as well as plenty of lunch options (sandwiches, burgers, wraps, plates like roast turkey, country fried steak, garbage plates). There are even gluten-free and vegan options. I saw gluten free bread and vegan / gluten free pancakes. I decided on something simple.. a chicken salad sandwich on a hard roll with lettuce and onion. I got tater tots and mac salad with it. The bread was soft, topped with a hearty portion of the chicken salad. My tots were so crispy and delicious, and the mac salad was delightful!! Not many places get the mac salad right but I really enjoyed it! My boo got a breakfast garbage plates.. mind blown lolz!! It had home fried, sausage links, over easy eggs, cheese, and of course topped with meat sauce. You can decide if you want sausage or bacon, how you want your eggs cooked, and what kind of toast you want (bagel, biscuit, english muffin, wheat or white toast). He pretty much cleared his plate. He really liked it. I definitely want to come back here and try their other items, maybe some of their breakfast options this time. Oh, and their milkshakes... gahhh I really wanted one but I had to go into work and was worried I would have a tummy ache lol. It would have to be a day I'm willing to risk it (yes I'm lactose intolerant but sometimes it's worth it). Anyway... we will be back !!

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Located on the corner in a strip plaza - no steps/stairs to get in

Russell Station Bar & Grill

3.3(12 reviews)

2.6 mi

What is little gem! Tucked away in a small Plaza on Dewey Avenue, it's been a bar at least three…read moretimes before. But now it's not just any bar. It's a little Neighborhood Place you can come alone and feel welcome and safe. It's a place where if you come to eat good bar food, you're in the right place. It's a place that if you come to meet new people and enjoy st that kind of a bar. It also has a patio, and if you are or know native Rochesterians, we LOVE dining al fresco, since we only get like 10 days of sun a year (okay, actually it's 165 , but we're not exactly overrun with sun). The first time here, I install myself on a bar stool and immediately greeted by and waited on by Todd (one of the owners). I asked for an Ice Pic, which no bartender in Rochester has ever even heard of. So I figured it must be a Pittsburgh thing. He made it, and immediately offered to make me something else if I didn't like it. It was a little heavy on the lemon (pucker worthy). He happily subbed a White Claw. They have black cherry and mango. I had one of each, and preferred the mango. It's served in a can, so I asked for a glass of ice. Very refreshing. Anyone that knows me, knows I'm a wing girl through and through. I ordered wings, half medium buff and half garlic parm. Both were very good and mostly drums. Todd was attentive, fun and friendly. Very chill dude. The customers, obviously locals, were very friendly. The second time I was here, Ashley, the bartender, suggested a Deep Eddy. Refreshingly alcoholic. I had fried mushrooms. They come in a little metal bucket; at least 10 to 12 tender, plump, perfectly fried mushrooms. There was a tiny bit of water inside, which is to be expected and it didn't at all ruin the mushrooms. They're served with blue cheese. Honestly, they were so good, they didn't need dressing. I have two suggestions. One, they provide some sort of shade for the patio. The tables and chairs, which are metal, are in the sun (a couple tables have umbrellas). I think a big canopy over the patio would do the trick. Second, use a bit more light. It's a but dark. I fiddled with all the settings on my camera, and still could not get decent interior shots. I think it's much better with the blinds open, but at night...hmmm. To be fair, I've never been here past 7 p.m. I know...atmosphere. And I'm a total cornball when it comes to (love and) romance. But this isn't designed for that. It's a neighborhood bar with good food, friendly folk and a chill, fun vibe. And you can't improve that.

Ordered a fish fry . It took 45 minutes and the fish was small and way over cooked to the point it…read morewas crunchy . Mac salad was yellow like it ha been sitting out at room temperature for quite awhile . Absolutely horrible meal .

New sandwich & sides menu.

Russell Station Bar & Grill - Owner's wife's mac & cheese. Other special: Chicken French Todd made. $13 Includes broccolatini, garlic bread, & pasta with alfredo sauce.

Owner's wife's mac & cheese. Other special: Chicken French Todd made. $13 Includes broccolatini, garlic bread, & pasta with alfredo sauce.

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Reuben bites, served with Thousand Island dressing.

The Original Charbroil House Restaurant & Catering

3.8(68 reviews)

1.8 mi

Family Reunion catered by Dave. Dave was very helpful with scheduling, menu planning and…read moresuggestions. When we arrived to pickup the food he insisted on offering his assistance in transporting the food because of the size of our car and location of event. The amount of food was amazing. The food was delicious and the utensils and accessories of good quality.

Sounds like your're chasing that perfect summer vibe-cold…read moredrinks,lots of BEER cocktail, live tunes, and open-air energy. Where to be on a summer weekend Inside ( with AC ) or large TENT seating, BIG menu and Friendly bar- Great prices Family own since 1960

Band set up

A scoop of mashed tates

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Forest Hill Restaurant

4.0(15 reviews)

1.5 mi

As someone who grew up in North Greece, this place has been part of my life for nearly 30 years. My…read moremom and dad brought me here growing up, and every time I come back to Rochester from California to visit my mom, it's one of the first restaurants on my list. When I heard Forest Hill had changed ownership and was now simply called The Hill, I'll admit I was worried. So many great restaurants lose what made them special after a change like that. I'm happy to say those worries were completely unfounded. The Hill is still everything I've loved for decades. In fact, I can confidently say they still have the best Chicken French in Rochester. This week I've made it my mission to revisit some of Rochester's well-known Chicken French spots while I'm in town. I've eaten at Brook House, Mr. Dominic's, and Pino's Deli, and while they were all good, nothing came close to The Hill. The Chicken French here is simply outstanding--perfectly cooked, consistently delicious, and exactly the flavor I've been coming back for all these years. One thing I've learned after 25 years of traveling for business and eating in restaurants all over the country is to appreciate the art of timing a meal. It's much harder than most people realize. Getting appetizers, entrées, and drinks to the table at just the right pace without making guests feel rushed or forgotten is the mark of a truly professional restaurant. The Hill has this mastered. Every course arrived at exactly the right time, the pacing was flawless, and the service was warm, attentive, and genuinely top-notch. It's wonderful to see the new owners preserving what has made this restaurant a Rochester favorite for generations. Thank you for keeping this tradition alive. I'll continue making The Hill a must-visit every time I'm back home.

Very disappointed. It was our favorite when it was Forest Hill. Great food. Went tonight to try…read moreit out. Very disappointed. It took a long time, food was not great. We will not be going back.

Fried calamari (Sicilian)

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Espresso Martini

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Amylynne P.

13 years ago

When I first started going to what us West siders affectionately call "The Grove" my palette was unrefined & quite picky in an elementary way. Over the years, many of them, I have come to evolve these taste buds of mine at this fine establishment! There is nothing on their menu past or present that I have not tried & loved. From the fresh, flown in fish staples like the sashimi grade yellow fin tuna, a blackened strip steak (my fav steak of all time, anywhere!) the Osso buco, the understated yet divine veal Milanese, the best crab cakes I have ever had and the appetizer you can find on just about every table....the shrimp Greco! They make best shrimp & crab bisque I have ever had & I try it everywhere I go to try & find one comparable! They make all of their own salad dressings which are amazing! A creamy lemon basil (so unique and fresh tasting) and a sweet and sour sesame are among my personal favorites. They have a wonderful lunch menu, with a French dip to die for! Bernard's also offers amazing seasonal fare, lending the customers traditional flavors of Oktoberfest. and a butternut squash/ pumpkin ravioli that makes its appearance every fall to my awaiting plate! Bernard's makes all of their own desserts too! A homemade vanilla bean ice cream (best served, I think lol, with the chocolate molten lava cake!), a chocolate Grand Marnier mousse, one of the best crème` brulee's around and other specialty desserts that change. The family that owns the establishment are super friendly, hardworking, ALWAYS present & very accommodating. The staff is extremely nice, knowledgeable, professional & have all been there for many years. The fact that the staff doesn't turn over speaks volumes of the owners. "The Grove" is just as good as and very comparable to Rooney's. More affordable than Rooney's I believe. I personally do not find The Grove to be pricey. It is fair. You get what you pay for!! You would probably only pay a dollar or two less for a steak from somewhere like Outback and I can guarantee you won't be talking about their food for weeks and telling all your friends about it! The Grove is simply awesome. The best kept "secret" on the west side! read more

Michael M.

15 years ago

Side Note: I know the owners (Tom & Shannon Bernard) very well in addition to a majority of the staff. As for the restaurant and food, I've never had a bad meal. The filet stuff with gorgonzola melts in your mouth, the shrimp Greco is extremely rich & creamy, the calamari has the perfect texture and the mahi mahi is moist with a creative mango & avocado salsa. I must say I'm not a fan of the field green salad, but if you ask the staff will substitute romaine lettuce at no charge. The ambiance is dim lighting with a wooden rustic setting perfect for a date night. The staff is amazing, partly because Shannon is a great drill sergeant/trainer and because they actually care about your experience, they know the menu & can explain the dishes, and can related to younger individuals like myself and more experienced individuals like my father. As I said, I've never left dis-satisfied with a meal, but if you ever have any issue be sure to bring it up with Shannon or Tom, they actually/really care about your experience and that's becoming harder to come by in the restaurant world. read more

Dan W.

13 years ago

Last night at Bernard's could not of been better for my two friends (who've never been) and myself. We started with the the Nigiri Yellow Fin Tuna as a special and it was perfect. We all agreed this was some of the best tuna we've ever had. My friend had the Ribeye, which came out sizzling, accommodated with all the fixins! He could not stop ranting and raving about how good each bite was. Our other friend had the Australian Rack of Lamb. She love, love, loved it! After giving me a bite, I believed her! My Halibut was to die for! The crab and goat cheese crust along with the rissotto cake and aioli... put it over the top! Finally, we all fought over a delicious creme brulee! Our server was wonderful! Our drinks were priced and poured generously. I highly recommend Bernard's Grove to anyone! Great environment, great service and GREAT food! :) read more

Rebecca W.

14 years ago

My parents and I have eaten here for years. The chef has the best palette. Tonights choice was a pecan encrusted mahi mahi (i know a boring fish, but wait). It came atop a puree of sweet butternut squash, side of perfectly steamed brocolini, finished with a fresh chive oil and topped with a frizzle of butternut and perhaps shallot. We eat out a lot and in great places, so i feel this was a excellently constructed dish. Everything was in balance and the perfect bite was just that... perfect. After, i thoroughly polished my dish i wanted another, one a wee sign of lovely food. My dad also enjoyed his appropriately cooked rare prime rib. East siders call ahead and try. Don't be put off by the locale and the ambiance, the chef is worth it. And yes it is pricey. Have never anything but good service. read more

Tim R.

9 years ago

well, where to begin, the people,,,awesome , kind and welcoming,,,,perfect for whats to come ,,,,a great bar to have a warm up cocktail or two ,,,and the food ,,,what can i say,,,what comes to mind is "next level" ,,not a bad meal in the house but i will say i recommend the special board ...it will never hurt you!!!! take a night and go ,,,you wont be disappointed.... PS the seafood here is top notch!!!! read more

Melvin K.

11 years ago

I would thoroughly recommend Bernard's Grove. However, it is mainly seafood. I loved the way the menu was divided into raw, almost raw and cooked slightly. The presentation, service, ambience and the food were all wonderful. It is a must for anyone looking for a great restaurant. read more

K G.

4 years ago

Shannon and her team were stupendous! The mussels and shrimp dish as well as both the bisque and french onion soup were homemade and the best we have had! The outdoor seating was quiet and very romantic. Can't say enough. Phenomenal! Bob and Kim Gilbert Timnath, CO read more

Mike B.

9 years ago

Exquisite meals. Everything is perfectly prepared and made to order. Absolutely fantastic service and amazing wine choices. My wife and I just spent our anniversary there last month and everything was absolute perfection. Will definitely be back!!! read more

Dee C.

3 years ago

My husband & I had dinner at Bernard's Grove last night. The food was delicious, excellent service and the new owner is wonderful. We will be returning very soon! read more

Sharon D.

8 years ago

We love this restaurant! Great food, great service and friendly people! So glad we found it!

Spencer B.

9 years ago

Very fresh and very creative weekly specials! Great drinks at a reasonable price. Check out!

Sandi V.

12 years ago

Our favorite little get a way!!! Everything is amazing! Great staff!! Awesome service!!

Deb L.

5 years ago

Had an excellent experience as always. Food was excellent. Will continue to go there.

Weston J.

3 years ago

Hey looking for some delivery! Would love a roll and pack Who knows maybe some sake! read more

Dave W.

13 years ago

Great service, meals are always awesome! Been frequenting for years.

Tal C.

15 years ago

Surprisingly good!

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I love this place. Yes its a diner but it is very clean and they have great serving staff. I've…read morebeen coming here for at least six years on the regular and always feel at home when I am here. They recently went through renovations and it's even more homey now. I come here for breakfast and dinner and just to drink at the bar. if I'm around and not at work sometimes i go to lunch. I've had a large variety of things on the menu and have never been disappointed. A few of my favorites are their FISH FRY, their ham omelette and their raspberry lemon chicken salad. They are never stingy with the amount of food they give you, I am always leaving their full with a to go box. Their fish Fry is the best I've found in Rochester. It is fried to a perfect golden brown and the fish is flaky and juicy. We've tried it on other places but always find ourselves back at Olympia restaurant for our fish fries and the best part is they serve them everyday of the week we don't have to wait till Fridays. For breakfast, they have a wide variety of options and I love that they have hot meat sauce so I can order it on the side with my eggs. And if I feel like a lighter fare, I really enjoy their oatmeal as well. My favorite by far though, are their salads. In particular the raspberry lemon salad. I had it last night and didn't disappoint. It is filled with the right amount of veggies and cheese Indus topped with a large portion of juicy grilled chicken. The dressing that comes with it is there a raspberry vinaigrette which is a perfect combination to the feta cheese however you can get any dressing you want. I would like to see a little bigger variety at the bar but I understand that this is a small place and it's based around the food. the bartenders are fantastic and make up for that I always find something good to drink. You get a lot of bang for your buck, the bathrooms are always clean and for me, you can't beat the location.

We went for a Friday breakfast and for a while were the only customers. Got good service from the…read morelone waitress. Food was good, but not outstanding, but they had a vast menu. Men's restroom was not stocked or cleaned. Hope that's not indicative of the overall cleanliness. Noted afterwards that the latest health department rating was poor, mostly due to older construction.

Edibles Restaurant & Bar

4.2

(391 reviews)

Very happy with the service and food we received here. What we got:…read more -Cup of borscht - excellent flavor -Beef short rib special - large portion, very good -Chicken French - large portion, flavorful, very good -Bread pudding - crispy and custardy, good cap off to the dinner The place was clean and well kept. Would recommend.

As we walked in, the people walking out encouraged us to have the special. I did, it was cod over a…read morebase of couscous and greens and it was fantastic! The service was also excellent

Long Pond Family Restaurant

3.6

(53 reviews)