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Georgie's Bakery and Cafe

4.6 (63 reviews)
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Rose V.

Georgie's is a Rochester classic. My friends that moved away always makes a trip back here everytime they are in town. The Cuban sandwich is a must. It is perfectly made. Georgie does not skimp on the meat, let me tell you that. The combination of meat and lettuce and the bread is delicious. I love their quesitos as well. Cheese filled is my favorite. I'll place a platter filled with them for events and they are always a hit. There is off street parking right in front of the bakery and there is seating on the other side of the bakery. Georgie decorates the mannequins based on the holidays. P.S. Cash only. There is an ATM inside.

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Megan C.

Okaaaaaaayyyy I have a mild obsession with Cuban sandwiches and had yet to try Georgie's until recently. Why? I have no idea! This sandwich is unique. No mustard, addition of turkey and lettuce - still served on SOFT bread and the large is...REALLY large. I split with my partner and we both were completely full. $10?! Unbeatable. I don't want to gloss over the delicious beef and cheese empanada we shared. One of the best I've had with a super crisp outer ridge and melt in your mouth hot filling. This spot is quirky and does to go sandwiches and eats primarily, though there are tables on both sides of the bakery if you're looking to eat in. Cash only, super quick turnaround if you call for pickup. I can't wait until my next trip to Georgie's and I will absolutely be using their catering at some point in the near future. Cannot wait until the next time I get to go in and sample some more eats!

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Sara D.

By word of mouth their Cuban Sandwich came to my knowledge, so I had o go and check it out myself. The bakery is a small Mom & Pop shop where Georgie and his wife Elizabeth has been in the neighborhood for 17 yrs. I ordered the small Cuban sandwich with some modification to make it more authentic.. I told Georgie to get rid of Turkey, Lettuce, Tomato and the most offending Mayo. Only a touch of Butter on the bread to toast, and a dash of Mustard on the Sandwich. The result, a delicious sandwich with more authentic character. Let's face it outside of Miami, there is no Cuban sandwich per say. The bread is baked daily for their sandwiches. Cuban style bread. That is what gives the sandwich the name. I took home Beef empanadas, Pastelitos(Guava & Mango). I ate one of the empanadas later on, and it was good.The empanadas are medium size and the meat was flavorful with just the right amount of seasoning, and not greasy. I need to go back on Saturdays when Georgie cooks meat( Pernil & Roasted Chicken) & Arroz con Gandules, ay, Bendito!.

Canny F.

As we ventured off to get my nails done for my friends wedding, we saw a sign that said Cuban sandwiches. But the name was a bakery. Odd. We were starving as I was looking up food options during my pedicure. Bf decided to get food and satisfied his food craving. They are a sweet couple. Family owned for years. Everything homemade in this tiny shop. Sadly they won't be here for long since their grand kids only come here for food and have no interest in continuing their legacy. I highly recommend the mouth watering savory cuban sandwich before they close. They are only open until late afternoon since they start food preparation at 4am. Luckily they can survive on serving breakfast and lunch. Besides the great conversation and food, I'm not sure if this is a hip and popping area that people would notice this shop but it's definitely worth the stop!

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Caitlin V.

Georgie's Cuban sandwiches have ruined all other Cuban sandwiches for me. So juicy and tasty. You will need multiple napkins. They come in two sizes, small and large. The small is a lot of food, but sometimes I get ambitious and order a large and then I can't finish it. I also tried a chicken empanada on my last visit. Very simple filling but super tasty with a crispy shell and hot sauce for dipping - definitely worth getting. The decor in this place is wild, and the bathroom is an EXPERIENCE, but the place is cozy and clean, and Georgie himself will probably take your order and bring your food. Cash only and there's an ATM right on site. One of my favorite places to eat in Rochester and I make an effort to stop here as often as I can when I'm in town.

Deliciousness!
Stanley M.

Georgie's Bakery and Cafe is known for many good things. Great pastries, of course... so nice that you have to be an early bird to get your hands on one. But as you read the (many) five-star reviews, you'll note that Georgie's Cuban is the talk of the town. Now, I'm not a purist when it comes to "Cuban" sandwiches. I've enjoyed quite a few and every restaurant has its take on the fabled sandwich. Georgie's Bakery and Cafe has taken liberties here and there. First, this is not a pressed sandwich. Georgie's is a bakery (of course) and the roll they use is baked on-premise and extremely fresh. Eschewing the traditional ingredients of your stereotypical "Cuban" sandwich, the sandwich is more like a hot sub. Ham, turkey, lettuce, onions, a mayonnaise "sauce" and onions are what I think is the standard complement. I order mine mit out onions and am always satisfied with the result. I've had the distinct pleasure of introducing several friends to Georgie's and I suspect they will return the favor and turn their friends onto this scrumptious Cuban-esque sandwich!

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Joseph C.

I've been coming to George's to get Cuban sandwiches for as long as I can remember with my dad. Trust me there is a reason for that this is by far no doubt about it the best Cuban sandwich in Rochester. As a matter of fact it may be the best Cuban sandwich anywhere. The owner is the nicest guy in the world many times he's thrown us a free appetizer or drink and I don't know why LOL he just likes to be nice. I refuse to get a Cuban anywhere else now, you'll understand when you visit.

Cuban babyyyy
Fox E.

I've tried Georgie's Porgie, his Pudding, and his Pie, and I have to say that out of the three... okay, I can't back that up. He doesn't even sell those things. I'm a reasonable man. Get off my case. I had the "Tripleta" ish sandwich here, known as the Cuban (but in fact, is it Puerto Rican? Not sure in this case) and I was expecting and hoping to absolutely love it, but I honestly didn't. The price is fantastic, and it's nice and filling and juicy, which solidifies this place as a solid 4-star place that everyone in Rochester should probably try. However compared to the pernil I love at some other places (including El Latino in Rochester), I didn't think the stuff on this sandwich was great. The ham tasted like lunch meat, and the chicken was forgettable. So while the sandwich as a whole was good, I didn't think the meat ingredients were top notch, and it wouldn't get anywhere near my "best tripleta ever" crown which currently belongs to Sazon Criollo over in Buffalo. But I do think the owners are thorough when it comes to making Tripletas, and they are good. Which is why this place is being renamed Georgie Thoroughgoods.

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Arvid Y.

I just picked up a Cuban sandwich from Georgie's for lunch. After reading all these favorable reviews on Yelp, I was excited about finally trying this sandwich. Even with all the hype, I was not disappointed. It was simply delicious. I made sure to wash my hands after devouring the sandwich, but i'm sure there is still sandwich grease all over my face. It's part of the experience, so I don't mind. I don't have a good means of comparison since I've only had Cuban sandwiches maybe twice in the past. Their sandwich was a lot bigger and juicier than the ones i've had before. They use traditional ingredients such as glazed ham, roasted pork, melted swiss cheese on fresh bread. In addition, they include turkey, onions, lettuce and mayonnaise. Noticeably absent was any mustard. I ordered a large sandwich and that was probably a bad idea for lunch. I'm a big eater and found myself satisfied after eating half of it. Not wanting to experience a cold Cuban sandwich (even though i'm sure it would still be delicious), I found the Adam Richman within me and finished off the remaining half. What strikes me about this sandwich is its simplicity. There are no special sauces, just quality ingredients. The unadulterated tastes of the meat, bread and cheese come together harmoniously. The same can be said for the textures: warm melt in your mouth deli meats, tender pork, gooey cheese and crispy pickles. The preparation of the deli meats reminds me of Firehouse, where they steam their meats until becoming soft, succulent and warm. While I cannot guarantee this is actually what they do, it sure tastes that way. The restaurant itself has a mom-and-pop feel and is modest in appearance. The service was friendly and the sandwich was made swiftly. There is a small dining area if you choose to dine-in. I did not really take a good look at the other items on the menu, but i'll be sure to come back just based on my sole Cuban sandwich experience. It is already dangerously close to overtaking Whatta-Banh Mi as my favorite sandwich in town. This is another Rochester gem that more people (especially for those sandwich lovers) should know about.

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Best cuban in the area hands down, Georgie's is awesome make sure to try and see for yourself

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10 months ago

The Rueben on the house made roll here needs to be consumed! It's just the best little sandwich place.

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Georgie's the man! The Cuban sandwich the best. Glad he's back in business. We need to support this business.

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Mr Georgie is a gentleman and his Cuban sandwich is first rate.

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