I wish I had a sixth star to give…read more One of the best meals we've ever had. We had: Flatbread, the one with the raw egg yolk on it. Wow, so delicious with the spices, the tangy cheese, the creamy egg, and the dough which was tender and flaky. Eggplant 'steak', also a banger. So many different flavors and textures presented in one delicious dish. And the lamb shank. Holy crap, one of the best meals I've had, period. The meat itself is meltingly tender and perfectly seasoned. All of the other stuff on the plate, the dill rice, the red stuff, crispy chickpeas, fava beans, some green sauce and parsely, it might sound like too much but it works so perfectly. Each bite containing a whole odyssey of textures and intense flavors. We got the signature dessert, a nest of phyllo with cardamom mousse, saffron syrup, fresh raspberries and more I'm forgetting. An absolute show stopper, and perfect with a turkish coffee. Even the turkish delight that came with the coffee was delicious. Service was helpful, prompt, and abundantly kind. This might be the best fine dining ROC has to offer.

I chose this restaurant to celebrate my birthday, and it exceeded every expectation. From the…read moremoment we arrived, the staff made us feel genuinely welcome. Everyone was incredibly friendly, attentive, and accommodating, and their kindness really stood out throughout the evening. The food was outstanding. Every dish was beautifully presented and packed with flavor, and you could tell a lot of thought and care went into each plate. I tasted the Khachapuri flat bread, Wild Mushrooms, Lamb Lollipops, Kurobuta Pork Chop and the Braised Lamb Shank. Also pictured, the Duck Risotto and the Tomahawk steak. Between the exceptional service, delicious food, and inviting atmosphere, this was a truly memorable dining experience. I would absolutely recommend it for a special occasion or simply a great meal, and I'll definitely be back.

If you are searching for a new place to try out, your search is over. This is the place. They will…read moreblow you away. Some of the best food in upstate hands down, while still being a very reasonable price point for the level of quality you get here. The staff are always thoughtful and polite, the food has literally never disappointed, and it's always clean and tidy. Please consider stopping by, I promise you won't regret it. Oh and the Pot de crème on their dessert menu is my only must try suggestion. I haven't tried any of their other dishes more than once or twice, but the pot de crème has been my go to every single time. I don't have a photo because I forget to take one every time because I'm so excited for it.

I had a wonderful meal at Redd while visiting Rochester for work! I sat at the bar and enjoyed the…read morehospitality and great service from the bartenders, who make great cocktails as well. My martini was perfectly mixed and ice cold! The food was phenomenal as well. I enjoyed the lobster risotto appetizer, chicken thigh with polenta and a delicious and complex mole sauce, and butterscotch pot de crème for dessert. The bar was bustling when I arrived, but quieted towards the end of the evening. The restaurant has high ceilings and an upscale but comfortable feel. I'd absolutely return to Redd if I'm ever in Rochester again!

I've been so excited to review Cure!…read more This is one of my top 3 favorite restaurants in town and dare I say it - my favorite of the good luck family chain of restaurants I love the ambiance - unlike good look it is a bit more cozy. I love sitting at the bar, the bartenders are very fun to talk to! Let's talk drinks - so many options and the menu is so unique! they have a shaken, still, and bubbly option, something for everyone. I think some of them can be non alcoholic if you ask :) the drinks are always impressive, I've never been disappointed the food menu is perfect for sharing. It's French inspired cuisine so it is definitely meat heavy. My favorite dishes are below: the bahn mi is sooo good, the sauce is creamy and the bread from Flour city is perfectly crunchy The beef tartare is such a great portion and under 20 bucks!! Most places charge a lot more for it. If raw meat is not your thing then I'd avoid it but I'd give it a chance if you're adventurous. And finally the amazing steak - medium rare, juicy, perfectly salted. The fries are super addicting. Not dry at all. They have a good house sauce to dip it in (akin to good luck). Overall this is a AMAZING place with such an inspired drink and food menu. I'm already thinking about my next venture to Cure :)

What a great find! I was in Rochester for an art exhibition at VSW for exactly one night. My friend…read moreand I drove in from Philly, made it just in time for the exhibition and then afterwards wanted a cozy place to drink cocktails and eat delicious food. After perusing Yelp reviews, I found a cozy little place called Grace and Disgraced. It was lovely inside but learned that reservations were required. I asked the owner for a recommendation and he pointed us here. This is exactly what we were looking for! Delicious, rustic French food, beautiful cocktails and a table for two in a charming, glowy dining room. I am serious when I say the charm here is forefront. But not at all second to that charm is the food! I had the merguez sausage over root vegetable and lentils and my friend had the beef bourguignon. Both of these were stand out dishes! The melted brie with chilled potatoes to start complimented these dishes beautifully! The cocktails were so well-made and I can't tell you thankfull I am that we were directed here. It was the perfect place for us to be.

Good food for everyone around. Able to accommodate my Vegan…read moreGluten free sister as well. Kind attentive staff. Hidden gem in the area.

Good vibes, food, and service. My eldest and I went the first time to have dinner after moving her…read moreback to college. We ordered the oxtail ragout and bolognese. Everything is ordered for sharing. I am a root beer fan and theirs is above average. Plenty of parking in a private lot. Dark lit and chill vibe. Good for dates, conversations.

I walked to The Alexander. It was a customer friendly atmosphere. The bartender, Rico, made a…read moreflavorful drink. I met the chef because this pork chop was like butter .. Oh my God! So good! It's savory and cook to perfection. I met one of the owners , Robin. The dessert was soooo chocolate ! I'm a chocolate lover.

I haven't been here since it stopped being Ox and Stone. And wow I'm glad I came back! The dishes…read moreare so good. Such diversity and well paired flavors. Our server, Jason, was really nice and always made sure to check in. The inside of the restaurant is beautiful and I love the redesign.

A friend and I popped her for a happy hour type drink/meal. I got a flight and she got a glass of…read morewine. Both of us enjoyed our picks for wine! We split the Flour City Bread app and the chicken cutlet. Both were fresh and delicious. Our server was kind and helpful and attentive while giving us space to enjoy and chat. Overall highly recommend!

We liked this place a lot. The food was mostly well portioned. The preparation, flavor, texture,…read moretemperature were on point. The service was friendly, attentive and knowledgeable about the wine selection. Parking could be a challenge, seating is varied at tables, bar and all along the full length windows.

Host greeting: Awesome Drinks: Fun, tasty and reasonable…read moreApps: Amazing, lite, fresh! Din Din: See pics Dessert: Nearby Scratch Bakery Wife loves Southwestern, I love Asian, we both love fusion! And good drinks, awesome food. Been wanting to try here a long time now. I'll be back next week!

Brad (our waiter) was awesome! He was so knowledgeable about allergies. If he didn't know the…read moreanswer, he made sure to double check with the kitchen. This was my first time visiting. My friend and I ordered mocktails which we both enjoyed. We then ordered gochu belly buns and the braised beef French onion soup. They were able to accommodate my gluten allergy and make the soup gluten free! It was delicious. For our entrees, I ordered the sweet deal salad and my friend ordered the green curry stir fry. Mine wasn't anything crazy, tasted as I expected but it was still good. My friend, on the other hand, did not love her dish. She is a big curry person and said the sauce lacked flavor (which I tried and agreed with). The tofu was nice and crispy, dry though. There wasn't enough sauce in the dish. The mushrooms were the most flavorful.

It is my go to when I am craving their delicious lavender latte. Their avocado dish is scrumptious…read moretoo and my usual. My husband loves their burrito. Nice atmosphere, great service.

The inside of Locals Only is fun. A lot of greenery and bright colors. They validate your parking…read morein the nearby lot. Their menu is small and doesn't offer many gluten free options. There was gluten free bread available upon request. The service was ok, the waitress was extremely soft spoken and it was difficult to hear what she was saying. My eggs were overcooked and lacking seasoning. I also think it is pricey for what you get. For example, the "tot flight" is literally 4 tater tots with sides of sauces for $13. It's a cute spot, but overall not my favorite breakfast spot in Roc and I probably wouldn't return.

***4 Stars*** Good food, attentive service and cozy…read moreatmosphere. I enjoyed my meal and drinks. I didn't like sitting in the back room too much. A little dark and claustrophobic, but the front back area looks and feels more inviting. For appetizers, we ordered the tiradito, shrimp empanadas, oysters and bread with miso butter. I got the pork chop and my got the bolognese The tiradito was my favorite appetizer and it was also the most beautifully plated dish of the night. The rest of the appetizers were just okay. Oysters were just oysters and for $

Ah, low key a disappointment (I literally just looked to the sidebar and there's a review that says…read more"Shell will not disappoint," the irony). There's probably only ~20-30 seats in the back room, with a dark gray/green interior and golden accents (nice!). The bar looked beautiful as well, and I really liked the organic look of their appetizer plates. Steak Frite: Beef tartare on a deep fried potato piece. The potato feels like it's been mashed and reconstructed, so the exterior is nice and crisp while the inside is tender and smooth. The tartare was wonderfully acidic and flavorful However, the proportions felt off--the potato was too big and it felt more like Frites + steak rather than the other way around, the tartare wasn't really allowed to shine. Grilled fish: The fish today was black cod, with a Portuguese soup and potatoes. The fish disintegrated in my mouth, that's how soft it was! But...IT WAS HELLA SALTY!! I think it was a combo of the soup and the fish skin, but I couldn't finish the meal because of how salty it was :( Shrimp ragu: Pasta and shrimp, with a surprising amount of acidity. Pasta was al dente, which was nice. Was it worth the price? No, we could have made the same meal at home for four people for about $20 total. Coquito flan: Flan with granola served with a shot of coquito. Very rich, I don't think I have any critique on the flan as it was a very solid, Latin American-inspired flan. Did we just catch them on an off day? Unsure, but I can't in good conscious give an amazing rating.

Best chicken sandwich I've ever eaten. This place is unreal and such a great option when staying…read moreat Hampton Inn ROC

I was staying in the Hampton Inn in Downtown Rochester for a work event and decided to try Lila's…read moreafter a busy day of connecting with my coworkers. It's located in the lobby and there is a patio with jazz on Tuesdays and Thursday. There wasn't a spot on the patio available so I ordered at the bar and sat at tables in the lobby. The bartender was busy and seemed annoyed with me as it was super busy and I was asking questions. Oh well! My drink was lovely (it was lavender infused gin and tonic kinda) and I ordered steak frites which was good but in asking for medium rare my filet was definitely overdone. This is a great spot for happy hour but not sure I'd order a steak again.