This is the Burke's of the east side of Rochester…read more Yet another "God's not paying attention" establishment. A fantastic blue collar bar with PLENTY of character(s). I've always had attentive service and cold drinks when frequenting.

Went here last night just to look for Kim, sadly she was not in. Beer was good, crisp and…read morerefreshing. However, it is a cash only bar. Kind of dissapointing considering we are nearing 2020. ATM was located in the bar making this much more enjoyable, they definitely put some thought into this. They have a pool table which took quarters to play(1.00$). Now that I had cash to make change with, playing pool was twice as easy. Me and my girlfriend had a great time at colters.

Great local bar on East Ave with a low key cool interior. Fun, chill and playful vibe. Beers are…read morecheap and cold, specials everyday. Small outside patio area, great spot for people watching all along the busy sidewalk. Limited parking along the street but there is a garage nearby... walking distance to others restaurants and bars.

Stopped in here between bands at the Jazz Fest. I think I was there a long time ago... but this…read morelittle bar is great! They have a full bar: wine, beer, liquor. It was packed because of the Jazz Fest but man.. we did not have to wait more than 5 minutes for our drinks! We ordered at the bar and one of the gals came over to deliver. Now that's service! There's a bunch of stuff to do... some arcade games and darts. There's a dining section on the other side of the wall, as well as some outdoor seating. Note: ladies room is small and the stall on one side is in the dark lol... so ladies beware haha! Going to be back there for sure and this time we'll grab some food!

You'll walk in and see produce of some kind laying out on the table near the entrance. There's…read moremusic playing and a fans spinning at INCREDIBLE speeds above you and around you. The draft selection is nothing to write home about, unless you're writing home to say, "Hey, ma, they have the usual draft selections that I've seen at every bar and nothing local." Yuengling. Shock top. Sam Adams. Pay by credit card and you'll get an "oh!", as if the plastic goodies-creators were just invented. (You won't learn until later about their $10 minimum). Then some regulars will come in and start arguing about whether we actually declared war in Afghanistan, when the country exactly will go down the tubes (or whether it already has), why no president has cared about the Korean "war," or the fact that this country needs to "stop letting in so many Spanish [sic]." The Afghanistan/declared war argument will devolve into angry yelling. You sit quietly and keep to yourself the fact that the last time the United States declared war was in 1942, against the government of Romania. Quick, finish the beer and get out of here! But it takes like 10 minutes for the server to figure out how to run/close out your credit card. You say, "Just charge me the $10, please," but to her this apparently means give you cash out of the register? Run away!

Total hideaway dive bar. I love this place…read more Huge Jameson pours. Lots of regulars. Guns and Roses on the juke box! Dang. I love North Winton area. Check it.

We had a great time hanging out with friends and new acquaintances on St. Patrick's Day. Bar…read moretenders are friendly and provide good service and advice on drink choices. Karaoke every Thursday night is a bonus!

Yager's is a great neighborhood bar. There's a good base of regulars that love to have a good time…read more There are about 10 beers on tap that rotate regularly. An ample selection of craft beers and ciders are available as well as all the latest liquors-du-jour. The bartenders are friendly, until it gets busy. Then just remember your manners. There are 3 dart boards, a pool table and a shuffleboard table which is a nice touch. They also have golf for the bros. The TouchTunes jukebox tends towards pop and second wave, but you can log in with your account and access your playlists. Flat screens are everywhere and all sports are welcome even Euro Football. Of course - it's Bills country - but no-one will look at you funny for wearing a Broncos jersey. No kitchen but they have food sometimes. A vending machine is available in the back. They get busy Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights. It almost feels like a club. The floors are tiled so it can get loud, especially when a bachelorette party comes through. One of my favorite places. Stop in for a Strebby shot!

Fun spot, Friendly locals vibe. Couple of adorable older…read moreguys not afraid to spark their minds. Just awesome folks. The girl behind the bar was just as nice as can be - this place is really welcoming. Ladies RR upstairs, generous on soap and paper towels. Sounds really weird, I know but as a traveler, IYKYK. ATM inside. Didn't try the food here, just popped in for a beer. Didn't see any other type of menu- But did notice chips, nuts, and Cheetos (maybe Fritos) on a couple of clip strips at the end of the bar.

I came in tonight with a couple of my friends and immediately started laughing. Sly, the bartender,…read moreis punny, knowledgeable and considerate. So glad he was working tonight! #tuesdayswithsly P.s. Madison is another amazing bartender

A Rochester institution for good reason, and a place you allllllways end up leaving with a few…read morestories to take home with you. I hadn't been back since 2016ish and forgot some of the magical elements of the Bug Jar. Living room on the ceiling, the flying bug, great staff, electric environment, and super welcoming to everyone, to name a few. My (large, strong) vodka soda was $7 and I sipped while leaning against the wall in the "venue side" of the space. The room itself is truly so small and a 'lil awkward in terms of where to stand, etc. I wasn't there on a particularly crowded evening but I imagine, as other reviewers have said, it doesn't hurt to arrive early if it is a band you truly care about. This venue does so much to support local musicians and the whole scene in Rochester. Getting out and supporting the local scene is more critical now than it has been, and I am sad I had done such a terrible job practicing what I preach post-pandemic. Get ye to a Bug Jar show if it has been a minute and enjoy a great night with great stories!

I've been to this awesome dive bar a couple of times for specific bands. Whenever I go I always…read morethink to myself why don't I go here more? Then I remember. I'm old. And less ok with what looks like dust and general debris strewn about. And what do you expect? Half the place is on the ceiling. But, if I were younger and less tired, I would spend more time at the Bug Jar

Walked in and smelled cigarettes and it was so loud and no tables!! Immediately left. Really gross…read moreplace.

Great music, free snack station delicious beer. Nice area outside to sit in good weather. There's a…read morevery neighborhood, everyone knows someone friendly vibe. They are also dog friendly.

Great kitchen, friendly staff, old-school vibe. Been going for years and still enjoy itread more

I've been wanting to check this place out for a while, so a dear friend and I finally came by for a…read morevisit. This spot is old-school in the very best way. The staff is fun and helpful, the menu is solid, and the burgers are stellar. If you're sharing, they'll even offer to cut the burger for you which is such a thoughtful touch, because doing it yourself can quickly turn into a big ole mess! They have a great selection of beers on tap and bottled, plus cocktails and other drinks. The customers are characters in the best way, which just adds to the charm. It's also a little bigger inside than I thought. I'll definitely be back. Street parking is available.

The weather may be a little rainy, but it has been a wonderful evening. Having dinner with my Irish…read moreKnight was delicious, and a sweet ending to the week. Our waitress Renee was top notch, literally always ensuring our glasses were filled and timing was exceptional. We began with appetizers:Calamari(so tender),Seafood Bisque(filled with shrimp,scallops,clams, and lobster) and a half dozen Garlic Parm chicken wings. Oh SO met in your mouth tender inside- with crispy crunch on the outside. Nothing like anything I have had before. Then my partner in crime ordered Pasta Explosion-(almost a pound of riggies with a pound and a half of meatballs,Italian Sausage,Pepperoni, & Chicken Parm).Their red sauce was SO flavorful. I ordered Beer battered fish fry with baked potato, and slaw. So stuffed after appetizers we ended up taking 3/4 of dinner to go.South of Bay, you don't ever disappoint.Portions are 4 meals in 1.

First off the service, was incredible! From the hostess to Andrew our waiter and to the bus boy! We…read morehave zero complaints! Food was excellent, prices reasonable and for being as busy as they were and the staff putting up with ungrateful people who think they're above others. Nice job! We will be back many times to come

Jeremiah's Tavern re-opened after remodeling. The menu was also revised, now definitely more like…read morepub food. Two nights ago, on a frigid night, a friend and I went for a pint and some food. Two Guinness Stouts warm us up. Also soups, Boston Chowda (good and meaty) served with oyster crackers. So good. My friend got the Onion Soup Crock. She loved it. We shared Steak Quesadilla and Garlic Broccoli. Very satisfying meal. Service was friendly and attentive.

If you're chasing that perfect wing-and-burger combo with a cold beer, these places deliver the…read morekind of food that feels like bar food but tastes like a step above. Want help picking based on vibe--dive bar vs. gastropub vs. arcade bar? I've got you.