Here's a polished Yelp-style version that keeps your voice and observations:…read more I was told Char Broil on Monroe Avenue was one of the more affordable breakfast spots in town compared with places like Steve's Diner, so I decided to give it a try. I ordered a make your own omelet with sausage, cheddar, and mushrooms, and at just $9.85 for a three-topping omelet, it felt like a great value. The omelet itself was tasty and well-executed. Nothing revolutionary, but it's hard to complain when the quality and price line up this well. My friend ordered the Char Broil Special, which came with a double stack of pancakes and eggs over medium. The eggs were a little runnier than expected for over medium, but fortunately my pumpernickel toast came to the rescue and soaked up the yolk perfectly. The real standout of the meal was the grilled cinnamon roll we shared at the start. It had a nice crunch on the outside, just the right amount of sweetness, and was perfect for sharing. The corned beef hash was probably the weakest part of the meal. It was a bit greasier than I would have liked, though the flavor itself was still quite good. Overall, breakfast for two, including a coffee and an iced tea, came to about $41. Believe it or not, that's more affordable than many diners these days. Solid food, fair prices, and a few highlights that will definitely bring me back.

Char Broil sets the standard for great service. They turn tables in a timely manner. Staff are…read morefriendly, courteous and helpful. Today I visited and was hungry for a nice fried fish sandwich. The menu only offered the fish fry dinner but my waitress said I could get one. Great! The fish was piping hot & a nice crispy crust. It hung over the ends of the roll. The roll spoiled the sandwich. It's too soft & mushy. A nice piece of freshly fried fish like that deserved a quality bun or roll. I think something like a simple ciabatta roll would be a better vehicle to deliver a great fish sandwich that would hold up. I ordered a side of Cole slaw in place of french fries. It was decent - nothing to write home about.

We came here twice on a 4 day visit, and would probably return if/when we come back to Rochester…read more It's a pretty standard diner, good breakfast, fast service, and non-stop coffee refills. There is someone just circling constantly with a pot. This is a cash only establishment, so be advised. There is an ATM. We did go at slightly off peak times, since we weren't working those days, but at those times, the restaurant seems to be a favorite of retired men, which is a good sign for a diner! They have a set menu and a specials board that I think changes daily. There's 2 full pages of breakfast, and at least 2 pages of lunch, plus the board. I'm sure you'll find something you like. I had the same thing both visits - a cheese omelet with hashbrowns and wheat toast. It was really cheesy, and I liked that it was a 2 egg omelet rather than 3, for me it was just the right size. We also split a piece of the rotating coffee cake, cinnamon walnut that day, and it was good - not too sweet, plenty of cinnamon. The guy had their 2-2-2 combo and was happy with that choice. For both of us, breakfast ran about $35, for 2 entrees and coffee, plus the cake.

CASH ONLY I can't believe I've never reviewed Jim's before!…read moreThis is a popular breakfast/ lunch spot. It's perfect for catching a bite right before a show at the Blackfriars theatre, right next door. The food is always hot and fresh. Service is fast and friendly. I was staring at strangers' breakfast sandwiches today so I'll be back soon, I think!

Easy to find, parking may be tricky but you can park behind UR when they are closed. Reservations…read moreare recommended. Love the interior, and it was not too noisy. Staff were friendly & efficient and the drinks were fantastic! There were 4 of us on a Friday night, we each ordered something different and all dishes were outstanding! Hubby had the CRISP chicken & churros and he loved it. I had the ahi tuna (rare) and I would definitely order this again! So good! We did not have appetizers so we would have room for their house-made desserts. Hubby loved the bread pudding and I had the bourbon apple crisp - so flavorful and creamy with the ice cream. We will definitely be back!

Crisp was an incredible dining experience! The food was absolutely delicious. Every dish was full…read moreof flavor and beautifully presented. This place obviously takes a lot of care and attention to detail. The atmosphere is very welcoming and the service was wonderful. Our waitress was so knowledgeable of the menu and food choices. Save room for dessert! If you're a chocolate lover , the petite chocolate pot de creme is worth it!! I highly recommend crisp to anyone looking for delicious food and a great atmosphere. Can't wait to go back!!

We made reservations a couple days before considering it's about an hour and half away for us…read more Despite having reservations, we still had to wait about fifteen minutes. The place was hustling and it was very quaint and charming in the decor. My mom wanted to go here for her birthday. I ordered coffee. My sister ordered a peach yuzu mocktail with a shot of rum. My mom got the coco mango. All were delicious. My mom got the crepe madame, my sister got the banana and cream crepe and I got breakfast tacos. We split the charred ricotta toast. Everything was very good and filling. Talk about food coma. We all did note that the food was lukewarm but otherwise very tasty.

Very busy but well worth it! Definitely make a reservation! Even with the reservation, we still had…read moreto wait a little bit but it's small place. Food was very good. Crepes are light and there's so many dish options

Great spot for a quick breakfast (with or without kids!) we also order dinner from here to go, and…read morehave never had a bad meal. Their French toast is phenomenal and my toddler loves their pancakes! For dinner we've had gyros - simply delightful! Can't go wrong with a diner gyro!

Slayton Place is a classic diner: great coffee, fast service, table of elderly folks every morning…read more This is my go-to pancake spot even though I often change my mind mid order and get the patty melt. I'm a mystery even to myself. Pro tip: get a slice of pie to take home.

Huge portions, fast service, and a long menu of American classics…read more There's a policy of not seating a party until everyone is present: If you have a friend who's always late and it's bad weather? Let's just say the parking lot is small: Best to arrive together. This is a great place to brunch with family, to lunch with friends, or to get take-out for the office. They close daily at three.

Service was good and the place is definitely retro throwback diner flare. The food was just okay…read morefor me. I got the biscuits and gravy and the the gravy was a strange consistency and color although it tasted okay. I also couldn't figure out what kind of meat was in it bc it was a red hue and not brown like a sausage gravy. It was fine for what it was.

This was my second time at Bar Bantam and I think this place is going to be my go-to spot for a…read more"quick drink and catch up" with friends. The location is really nice with the bar situated on the first floor of Metropolitan building in the heart of downtown. The first time I came to this bar, I really didn't know what I wanted to drink except that I was craving a really sweet cocktail, so the bartender offered to make something off the menu. I was really pleased with the drink he came up with - a sweet cocktail with alcohol that you can barely taste, but you notice its effects after a couple of minutes. :D The second time I came to Bar Bantam, I decided to get something from the menu, so I ordered Summer Fringe. Again, a really sweet and strong cocktail. Because of the current regulations, we had to order some food to be served alcoholic beverages. Neither my friend or I were hungry so the bartender was kind to suggest a really small appetizer (a plate of sautéed snap peas) which cost $4. There was a plenty of it for two people and it was a tasty thing to snack on while catching up. I look forward to coming back!

The food and cocktails were really good. The only issue was the service. We went for a birthday…read moreparty of 15 people and after ordering food and drinks no one checked on us at all. No one ever came back to ask if we wanted more food or drinks or even to get dessert and sing happy birthday. We had to find someone to bring us the check because we had been waiting for a while after we got done eating for someone to come ask if we needed anything. Great location and vibe the service was just not the best.

I was recently on a business trip with my boss and was in need of breakfast after a long flight and…read morelayover. We searched online and found Arnett Cafe. I tried the shrimp and grits with cheese and it was absolutely divine! After hours of airplane snacks it really brought us back to life. We went back a few days later before leaving to Rochester to try the Whole Fried Chicken wings which were fried to perfection. The ladies at the table next to us the last time we went had them and they really caught my eye. All and all would go back when we're in Rochester again on business.

Great, friendly service, would return or recommend. Food was ok, but fish was very overcooked and…read morepancakes a bit of an off taste. Too bad about the fish.