Enjoyed my stop at Sal's and grabbed a cheeseburger plate with macaroni salad and beans. I ordered…read moreit with the works and wouldn't have it any other way. Enjoyed their take on a Rochester classic. IYKYK Service was quick.

Boss Fights and Bites Food Review: Sal's Birdland…read more What's good everybody--welcome back to Boss Fights and Bites, where we take on the toughest bosses and the boldest bites. Today, I pulled up to a Rochester classic--Sal's Birdland--famous for their legendary signature sauce. I grabbed the 6-piece chicken wings, and here's how they stack up on the Boss Fights and Bites scale. Flavor = Power-Ups The flavor is where Sal's goes full cheat code. The first bite gave me that crispy crunch, and then the signature sauce hit like grabbing a star in Mario--sweet, tangy, spicy, all layered together. It's bold, it's unique, and it straight-up makes the wings shine. For flavor, I'm giving this 9/10 Power-Ups. Portion Size = Extra Lives Here's where it gets tricky. Six wings? That's like starting a boss fight with only one extra life--you know you're gonna need more to finish the game. The wings were great, but the portion left me still hungry. For portion size, I gotta call it 6/10 Extra Lives. Texture / Cook Quality = Boss Hits Crispy outside, juicy inside--that's how wings are supposed to be. Every bite felt like landing a clean combo on the boss. No soggy wings, no dry meat--just cooked right. For quality, that's 9/10 Boss Hits. Overall Experience = Levels Cleared The vibe at Sal's is pure Rochester culture. The wings, the sauce, the tradition--it feels like something every local knows and every visitor has to try. It's messy, it's bold, and it's got history behind it. I'm calling it 4 out of 5 Levels Cleared. Final Score = Boss Fights and Bites Power Meter Put it all together, and I'm giving Sal's Birdland wings a solid 8.5 out of 10 on the Boss Fights and Bites Power Meter. Legendary flavor, crispy wings, unforgettable sauce--the only thing holding it back is that portion size. And that's the review right here on Boss Fights and Bites--where we mix the games with the eats. If you want wings that hit like a boss battle and a sauce that feels like a power-up, load into Sal's Birdland and see if you can clear the level. Until next time--keep grinding, keep gaming, and keep eating like a champ.

Country Sweet is a Rochester staple. As soon as I leave the airport I'm getting a two piece dark…read more Mild. I love the sauce so much I have it shipped to Texas. I pray they never close they ARE Rochester and I love them.

This was the spot, I can tell this location has a ton of local love, people had been waiting for…read more10-30mins patiently waiting for their fried goodness! I even waited myself; I was NOT disappointed to say the least. I am hyped to have found this spot and have tried it. The interior was super clean, they had just got done mopping and cleaning up for the night but still served me! I had got the 10 wing plate with two sides. Got the buffalo chicken wings, mac and cheese and wedges. Would recommend 10/10 food, service was a little lacking, but hey they were closing and just trying to get me out of their hair, no complaints from me. I enjoy coming to local spots like that, which are not accessible in other states cities, that's why I appreciate. You get that local flavor and local grub. Stay local, stay friendly yall, try this place out!

We have ate here several times, both when busy (weekend) and during midweek for a late lunch. Love…read moretheir wings ( Hot!!!, Med-Hot-perfect amount of heat, and Cajun Honey Butter BBQ). Wife like the Chopped Salad (a half salad is enough to share). The atmosphere is sports bar, which is cool but it doesn't interfere with any conversations going on at your table. Our service has always been very good; our waitress let's us know where the kitchen stands with our order and was very quick with our drink order, they are always very friendly and quick to help. By the way we've been to Bar-Bill (East Aurora) which is always busy, so expect a wait, and Bar-Bill North (Williamsville, NY). Both are excellent.

We could not wait to try Bar-Bill East. It's in fantastic proximity to my son's college and we LOVE…read morewings. Last night was our first visit. Timing was perfect as we arrived at 730pm as the happy crowd was departing following a big Bills wins (we are Jets fans). Also, should be noted, we are avid MacGregors fans. That the "Hatfield's" to the Bar-Bill's "McCoy's" in the wing story here. Atmosphere was fun, bright, festive and really great to be a part of. Huge space. Terrific feel. Love the decor, the floors, the volume level, and even the plates, napkins and ketchup bottle on the table. Our service was good and even great at times. Maybe because it was after 730 on a Sunday and they were winding down after a busy day - but I feel like we got lost a bit from time to time - but when our server was around, she was a 10 out of 10. Excellent. We ordered their famous wings and two beef on Wecks. The sandwiches lived up to the hype. Can't wait to have them again. The wings were really good. Loved their sauces (we got hot, honey Dijon, and Cajun-butter-BBQ) with extra blue cheese. By the time we got our wings they were lukewarm and dry. They were definitely cooked long prior and then sat in the window for a time. Taste was delicious. No carrot or celery with the wings was a bummer. As were the 2oz soufflé cups of blue cheese. And they don't miss a chance to charge a dollar for each additional. I have no problem with the upcharge. Stuff ain't free. But a dollar for 2oz cup? That's fairly reasonable for 4oz. 2oz is greedy. Atmosphere - terrific. Service - good. Beef on weck - excellent Wings and blue cheese - good. I'll be back. But check out my MacGregors reviews if you want the best in Rochester.

Greeted with such friendly energy at a time of day when most are struggling to smile!…read moreThe inside is so colorful , with Tucker the Rooster greeting you straight away! So cute! Ordered chicken wings, mashed potatoes and gravy. There was a wait for the food of approximately 25 mins as all the chicken is cooked as ordered. I had no problem with this as these chewing were the best fried chicken wings I have EVER eaten! And I am not kidding!

Best FRESHLY fried chicken in Monroe County. It's prepared one order at a time so you know it's…read moregoing to be hot, crispy and delicious! One of our group is not a fan of fried chicken and even he said he'd go back! The garlic parm chips and the stuffed tater tots were wonderful (ate tooooo much!). The owner is working her tail-feathers off but still had the time to chat and treat us like guests, and not just customers. We dined in (on a Friday night) and found the ambiance to be homey and comfortable.

This spot is just one that always delivers. I have not lived in Rochester since 2000 but have…read morefamily still in the area. So whenever I come home I must stop here at Charlie's and get a plate. Having grown up on Nick Tahou's in my college years, this plate is light years ahead of the old school. They have many offerings I always choose the cheeseburger plate with everything on it and banana peppers for a kick. Mac salad and tater tots are my chosen sides, opting out of the hash browns allows for a crunchier bite with those tots. They make their own pickles here it's serve yourself whether it's sweet or dill. Soda fountain has Pepsi products but offers more than Diet Pepsi for no sugar options which is nice. Service is excellent, as always and it's now impossible for me to finish the plate. It's fun to try, until later in the day. But I always come to Charlie's every time I'm in town. Must stop! Support small businesses.

Traveling through New York on Rte. 104 on the way to the Thousand Islands, We stopped at Charlie…read moreReidel's and was genuinely impressed. Service stood out immediately--friendly, fast, and attentive in a way that makes a quick stop feel intentional rather than routine. The Charlie burger was the highlight of the meal. It came out cooked well, with solid flavor and a balance that didn't feel overdone or greasy. What really set it apart was the hot sauce--distinctive, flavorful, and not something you forget after the first bite. The fries were also done right: crisp on the outside, soft inside, and clearly made fresh rather than sitting under a heat lamp. Overall, it's a strong roadside stop that delivers better-than-expected food and memorable flavors. Worth pulling over for if you're passing through the area

Amazing as always. The spice level is nice. It's palatable with a kick. We tried the stupid hot…read moretenders as well and those are Hot cashier service is fast and they bring it out quickly. Casual honky tonk style.

Simple surroundings,super friendly and fast service! Chicken was fantastic!!…read more It was the first time we've tried this restaurant and were not disappointed.

Came in from out of town to get the soul food my entire family in Syracuse raved about and they did…read morenot disappoint. The plate was HEAVY and I enjoyed every bit! The staff was friendly and the orders were moving! HIGHLY recommend!

I went to Bobo's for the first time about a month ago and it definitely won't be my last time! I…read morefound it through the Yelp app. I have passed it a million times but never noticed it. There're are basically two people in the kitchen cookin up Soul food goodness. The cornbread would be too sweet for my mama, that's how you know it's perfect for me! I wish that they had full pieces of chicken and not just wings, but I'll take it. Mac and Cheese is my second favorite in the land (the first being the booji mac at The Gate House) and these yams! Ok. I just talked myself into going there this week! I hope they are open.

Had chick magnet for nephews bday catered. All I can say. Is wow. The chicken tendies were HUGE. I…read moreeat a lot and two of them was enough to fill me (I did eat three though ). Regular were very crispy and juicy inside. The Nashville hot were even better. Slightly less breading which was better imo. They weren't spicy but had a nice flavor. Mac and cheese was creamy and delicious. Would totally order from here if I lived closer. Would highly recommend.

What a great place! First time here (didn't want to cook tonight or go out). We ordered take out…read moreat 7:30pm on a Saturday evening and it was ready in less than 20 minutes. Walked in, no hassle, out the door and home to hot chicken sandwiches! Beautifully cooked chicken breast, light & flavorful batter, and great toppings. Hubby had the Magnet - he loved it and it was enough. I was worried it might be too small but I could not finish my Chick Mi (Me) sandwich on a brioche bun. Loved the flavors, especially the pickled vegetables. We also ordered the nest. The chips were good and the portion was enough for both of us to share. We will definitely be back!