Rochester Chop House is split into two areas - one more formal and the other bar area more casual seating and dining. All the decor and history feels like the other rooms where we dined. If you're looking for a traditional dimly lit chop house that might make you feel you're in a national park somewhere, not easily found, then this is the place for you. Chop House Platter Nothing to write home about here. Calamari uninspiring and the shrimp isn't fresh French onion soup crock Roasted onion stock, Sherry, wine, house baked croutons, melted cheese. Portion is more than a cup - well prepared and salty. Sharing this might be better for portion control. Lobster & Shrimp Mac and Cheese Fantastic flavors here make it devilishly good. You might have to fight for the lobster bits. Keeps very well. Bourbon infused dry aged 14oz Ribeye Okay this is where the volume goes up - listen here... I first thought the plate had way too much oil drenching the steak but then I realized that's part of the local bourbon-infused magic that makes this steak "the best in the house" per our server. And when that first bite hit my palate, several thoughts crossed my mind: 1) mouth watering savoriness 2) medium rare supple texture 3) aged barrel vanilla and chocolate 4) subtle smoke Hands down, one of the best steaks I have ever consumed. The uniqueness of the wood flavors and aromas combined with the natural rib eye fattiness forces you to take a step back and think about what's in your mouth. I would make a special trip to come back for just this steak. Some of the other menu items are not anywhere as impressive. Although I didn't taste, the consensus at my table was that the summer berry salad was over dressed and too tart. Wine list average, at best. The bourbon steak is so good that by itself, it elevates this review about 1.5 stars. That's all.... read more

Food was excellent everything came out perfectly! Our waiter was very nice and talkative which was a plus. It was a bit loud in the dinning room during dinner service so it was a bit hard to hear at times but nothing too bad. One criticism I'll give for people with the distinguished guests card membership looking to take advantage of the free entree for your birthday offer. They will only make the cheapest entree you buy be free even if it is not the entree that was ordered by the cardholder who is celebrating their birthday. Not the end of the world but it would be nice to have that communicated upfront before you order. read more

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A group of 8 of us went to the Rochester Chop House for a holiday dinner. Our server (Michael, I think?) was very attentive and helpful. The service was very good. They made sure our water glasses were filled & they took away plates that were no longer being used. And they had no problem with individual checks. I ordered the delmonico steak with cherry rice pilaf. The steak was served all alone on a giant plate -- not even a sprig of parsley. It looked kind of naked. It was overly salty, and there wasn't much of "bark" or sear on it. I did take the leftovers home, rinsed off the salt and pan grilled it. I really liked the rice pilaf, though, and the bread basket selections were also very good. If I were to come back, I would order something else. read more

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Valentine's Day night. We knew it would be busy, so reservations were made a month out. Highly recommended to do so. While we are no longer regulars here, due to moving further away. We love coming back as the service is always over the top and the food is equally Devine. Tonight's server was Tyrone and did not disappoint. Very personable and making sure we were content. Our dinner for four people included Escargot, Mussels, Ceaser Salads and the main course being three filets and one Delmonico Steak. Of course there were left overs, lol. Definitely one place to thoroughly entice your taste buds and senses with equally great service. Thank you read more

Great food! We had reservations so we were seated quickly and the service was great. It was a bit crowded in there, so it was a bit difficult to hear conversations at times. As well as it was very expensive, but it is a fancy restaurant so that is to be expected. read more

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Had an amazing night Maya was our waitress and was very patient dealing with us last night the food was amazing. For a random Tuesday I loved it read more

Had two different steaks and the lamb chops--lamb chops were definitely the standout. Plenty of great food options to choose from, and Rochester Chop House delivered a solid dining experience overall. read more

Ambiance was amazing. Server and staff were kind and attentive. I don't know what they put in those dinner rolls but wow- incredible. Loved the braised beef ribs. Classy place. read more

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Food was sub par for the price. Steak was ordered medium rare and came out medium well, very charred flavor and minimal seasoning

I have been here a few times and have mixed feelings about the food quality. The location is great, the interior is nice, staff is friendly, and the service is fantastic! Unfortunately I think all of those wonderful things can sometimes be overshadowed by mediocre steaks with a high price tag. read more

Service was impeccable, food was delicious and correctly done. Ambiance is on the higher decibel range, but not annoying. Good energy. read more

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Rochester Chop House is one of those places that just feels special the moment you walk in. Tucked right in downtown Rochester, it has that classic steakhouse charm warm lighting, beautiful bar area, and an atmosphere that makes you want to slow down and enjoy the evening. The steaks were cooked perfectly and full of flavor, and you can tell they care about quality. The sides were just as good, and the wine selection made it easy to find the perfect pairing. What stood out most, though, was the service attentive, welcoming, and genuinely kind without being over the top. Whether you're planning a date night, celebrating something big, or hosting a client dinner in Rochester, MI, this is a place that feels both elevated and comfortable at the same time. Definitely one of my favorite spots in Oakland County for a great meal and great experience. read more

It's okay. Not great. Not awful. Not worth it. Service was good and atmosphere was good

Low quality steaks that are so tough they can't be eaten. Many things have changed with the chop House over the years and that's one of them. Gone are the days of melt your mouth steaks. read more

We sat in the back - fine dining section. The service was great, personable, attentive just the right amount and helpful. Very classic Chop House setting, reminded me of my childhood- in all the good ways. It's a beautiful place. Food was excellent. This was one of the few times all 10 of us ordered, basically the same thing but it was worth it! Steak Friets with the steak from Snake River Farms, and Steak Delmonico. They cooked the steak in all different ways and we all received our order perfectly. Soup- delicious Salad (house and Caesar) - delicious All the sides - delicious Dessert - delicious Great wine list. Great for group, dates, special occasions or treating yourself. read more

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Always love coming to the Chop House! Great selection - especially of course the cream puff is my favorite. It has been hit or miss a few times on steaks, which you would think would be the main focus as a chop house. read more

Everything was great from the moment you walk in the front door. Superior service and food!

Classy steak house on Main St in Rochester. Meat choices are plentiful. I had Delmonico steak that you won't find anywhere else nearby. Our server was Savannah. This young lady was skillful, professional, polite and very accommodating. I'd expect top service from such restaurant and I was very happy with her taking care of my table. Beyond the food. Savannah left on us the biggest impression. Restaurant does not have a mandatory tipping associated with the amount of guests. Well, there were six of us and my bill came wtb no tip added. Savannah thus received something out of my heart, more than ever other restaurants would impose. So thank you management for giving me a choice. My family enjoyed the dinner. We had various steaks. No one was complaining. I will come back here again. read more

Place was pretty crowded (Saturday night), but our waitress Paige was attentive. The calamari and stuffed mushrooms were amazing.even more so, their pear and ginger martini was to die for and their lavender cocktail was delicious, read more

The food service and ambiance are always top notch. The stuffed mushrooms are my go to for apps and the lobster tail is incredibly tender and flavorful. read more

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11 years since my first review of the Rochester Chop house and I can say that it continues to be a 5 star dining experience. I have never had a bad meal here, the food is consistently excellent. My favorite entree is the filet lobster Oscar because you doesn't want some lobster with their steak? If you are not a member of their Kruse rewards club, it is definitely worth it. You get a discount each time you dine at any of their restaurants and a free birthday meal. It pays for itself especially if you come to the chophouse for your birthday meal! read more

we decided to go to Rochester chophouse on kind of a whim. I have been previously for a rehearsal dinner and really enjoyed it, and we wanted to try it as just the restaurant. The first thing that you notice as soon as you're sad in, the main restaurant is the old-school chophouse vibes. Carl's ChopHouse in downtown Detroit could be swapped for this restaurant. Almost piece by piece. Very old-school vibes. But it works., Our waiter was incredibly helpful and nice. Made recommendations about the menu and what we might enjoy. We started with bacon wrapped shrimp, and moved onto our main course. I had the steak frites with chimmichurri and my husband had the rib eye with zip sauce. Both were really good. I have to give the edge to the steak frites though, for my first bite, I realize that it was one of the most tender steaks I ever had. My husband agreed, and only when the waiter came back, did he mention that it was Wagyu. I never realized what a difference that made until that moment. We did end up trading meals halfway through so he could enjoy the steak. frites. overall, the meal was excellent, my only thought is that he said had he been told that my steak was waygu, he would have ordered it as well. looking forward to returning. I've heard good things. about the fish and the lamb read more

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Best service and deliciousness - went for a family get together and everything was perfect!!!

I've always been a big fan of the Rochester chophouse, but I have to say that recently it's gone downhill, at least the food. Yesterday I had lunch there, and we ordered for the table escargot and shrimp cocktail. Then we had the California Fish tacos and salmon. There were a couple glasses of wine and a shared dessert as well. Go with the puff pastry. The puff pastry had kind of a raw underside to it. The shrimp cocktail didn't look super fresh. The California fish tacos were excellent but the salmon was average at best. Problem first of all for our lunch and everything I describe it was over $200. The place is pricey but that actually threw me a little bit 130 140 would've been much more appropriate for what we had. Here's the bigger problem . Both of us got sick. I am convinced I got food poisoning and spent the entire night and all of this morning in the bathroom. So did my guest. I'm not sure what caused it. My guess is the escargot, but it could've just as easily have been a stomach bug that's flying around. I'm not for sure but the fact that both of us were sick with food poisoning symptoms tells me something wasn't right. I'm not going to stop going to Rochester chophouse on occasion but I will be a lot more aware of what we are ordering and focus on more basic things. I certainly won't get the escarole again. I do love the ambience of the place. It's classic old-school chophouse vibe. The servers are always friendly. But I have to say that this time I was extremely disappointed. I just don't feel like a person who get sick at a place like the Rochester chophouse. Again could've been a bug , but I really don't think so read more

Excellent and classy ambience. Worthy of a special occasion. Service is outstanding. The food is amazing and cooked perfectly. They serve some of the best lobster tails I've ever had. The steaks are amazing. It's a bit pricey, but worth it. The drink menu is extensive with many fine wines. The free assortment of breads when you are seated is a nice touch. It's a Kruse and Muer restaurant so you can get the Distinguished Guest discount. IMO, it's the best restaurant in downtown Rochester. read more

Totally recommend this restaurant for date night or even with kids too. I went with husband and son. My son was entertained with drawing on the brown paper cover that they put on the table. Classy enough, the restaurant only supplies black crayons. I thought it was so classy to keep the aesthetic of high end dining. We ordered beers and wine. The waiter was very knowledgeable of all menu items. We ordered the escargot. I found it refreshing that the bread basket had a variety of different style breads and they also serve you a medley of veggies in a vin-egret style dipping for the bread. We also tried the lobster bisque soup and the chowder. Both great choices. The main courses were delicious. We went for the steak and the shrimp risotto. We shared the main dishes and still had to take some home. So it's a good amount. There's a near by parking garage. Which is very convenient. read more

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You're transported to a Christmas village but with exquisite food. The line for this restaurant doesn't tell how fast the service actually is. We're automatically greeted and the waiter greets you with hot bread and a bean salad (very delicious). If the food isn't good enough the lights outside will make you feel warm and cozy. A must stop for great food! read more

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Greasy food overpriced! Was really looking forward to coming here. It's been awhile. Ordered sea bass blackened. It was terrible. So much oil. No idea how you can make sea bass that bad. Very disappointing read more

The last time we were here was probably ten years ago. And unfortunately it might be another decade before we return. I'll go with the good first; I was the only one who didn't get a steak. I got the chop house salmon and I wasn't disappointed. It had shrimp, some lobster all on top of a kale and bacon creamy tomato sauce. The salmon was slightly burnt underneath but it wasn't a big deal. The salmon was cooked to a nice medium and along with the other seafood on my plate, tasted great. I also got a Caesar salad with anchovies and it was good. The things I don't understand are why you charge $5 for a "zip sauce" that was basically just oil (see picture of steak). My wife got the steak medium and it was more medium rare which I would love but she did not. Our friends both got steak and no one was blown away by the quality or preparation of it. So overall it was just ok. read more

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Service was superb! Meal was fantastic! It's been 30 years since my last visit. 30 years ago the chef took me into the kitchen to share the secrets of the zip sauce. Still amazing and I use the recipe at home. Cool vibe and my colleagues were impressed. We will be back soon! read more

Food: 2024 Thanksgiving Turkey Dinner Petite portions Mash potatoes cold and small portion Stuffing dry and serving size was 1/8 cup (seriously) I'm a chef so I know portions Sweet potatoes (warm, sweet, but tiny, tiny portion Ginger cranberry sauce 2oz Burned crisp bread was served Additionally, cost for a side $5 for a smallest portion of stuffing No gravy anywhere Sanders hot fudge cream puff (cream puff was hard as a rock) ice cream was not vanilla, but chocolate chip (why) and there was no hot fudge) Key Lime pie was a nice big slice, but our complementary pumpkin pie was a sliver) total cost of Thanksgiving turkey meal around $50 per person (4 ppl in our party) $5 for extra stuffing, 4 sides of cranberry sauce $25 Desserts $20 Two alcoholic drinks (Prosecco and Dry White Wine) Two lemonades Total cost without tip over $350 (we all left hungry too) Service: Terrible (waiter initially was very nice, however that rapidly changed when we requested the heat be turned up) Ambiance: Cold air blowing on us throughout our meal. We were sat in a corner yet our reservation was made far in advance. No manager was offered at any time when it was very obvious we were unhappy. Waiter offered a free dessert (I ordered pumpkin pie) waiter brought a sliver of a slice. Closing Note: We will NEVER be back! 2023 meal was worth the money. Everything was juicy! read more

Food was so-so. My filet was overcooked, other people in my party said their food had no flavor. My first time there, no reason to go back. The n the plus side service was good as was ambience. read more

The food was great! Steak was cooked to perfection and the cream puff dessert was so good. The gnocchi was a delightful explosion of cheese in every bite. Our server Todd was kind and very attentive. We're glad we celebrated our anniversary here. The service and food were perfect. They even wrote a little card for our anniversary and it was a very sweet gesture. read more

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Just spent $500 with tip for Easter Sunday dinner for four. Outstanding food and great service from Leona. Restaurant closed at nine. We were the last ones in the restaurant at 8:15 when bus staff started moving tables, stripping, linens, moving chairs all around us. All of a sudden I'm getting the bums rush. Where am I Pizza Hut? Mentioned this to the 20 something "Manager" on my way out and she stared at me like a a deer in headlights. Hopefully this little note earns me a reply from her boss. This would never happen at the Capitol grill. What had the potential to be a five star outing ends up being a three. It ain't over till it's over. read more

This is a really cozy and warm spot for a light or multi-course meal. I have been here for both such occasions. It's also nice enough for a romantic meal or a casual friendly and conducive spot to catch up with a friend. It's a versatile enough spot to cater to many types of social gatherings. My go to is their oysters and crab cakes. One day when things open back up, maybe I will make room for their stuffed mushrooms. But I have my favored items here. Their service is always friendly and the staff have always been attentive. Looking forward to dine-in opening up again, hopefully sooner rather than later. read more

Rochester Chop House - Seafood Near Me - Rochester, Michigan

Having frequently visited this establishment since the mid-1990s to 2019, I though it would be a perfect spot for a special upscale NYE celebration. I could not have been more wrong. Our party of 8 was seated "upstairs," or in an repurposed overflow area. The ambiance wasn't that of the lovely dining room which I had requested when making my reservation. It was more a corner diner with leather chairs due to the glare of horrible lighting--the only thing missing was a 1950s detective demanding to know how and why we killed the victim. We asked several times to having the glare turned down only to be advised that all the lights are on the same circuit and if the 30 or so recessed fixtures are turned down, the many Edison-type "mood-lights" flicker. Apparently, RCH doesn't know how to retain the services of an electrician? or even how to take the bulbs out of half the recessed fixtures or replace them with burned out bulbs? or just figures you'll be stuck on NYE with nowhere else to go so why bother? Initially, the service was diner-like with the waitress standing at one end of a long table and loudly calling out. She got the hint that we expected better and improved markedly. The food was just okay with the sides like rice pilaf and mashed potatoes being rather small portions for how inexpensive they are compared to menu prices. One wine list and one tray of bean salad for 8 people?? Worse yet, one of my 7 guests had to wait for her food while the rest of us let our diners go cold. How disappointing. read more

Oh the jumbo lump crab cakes at the Rochester Chop House! Lightly breaded with huge pieces of crab & a wonderful rouille. We loved every bite. The NY strip was also amazing. Gorgeous steakhouse atmosphere & perfect locations for a romantic date night. Downtown Rochester is gorgeous this time of year with all the lights. read more

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What a great meal! Our service was terrific and the food matched as well. We started off with the bacon wrapped shrimp on top of cornbread. It was good. A little dry, but nice flavors. For the salad, we got the house salad (essentially a chopped wedge with their own, unique dressing) and a Caesar salad. Both were highly recommended. Dressed perfectly, just the right size. We talked about the entrees the entire way home. Enjoying the Crab Cakes and Blackened Salmon, you just can't go wrong. Both were so flavorful, crab cakes had lumps of crab. The salmon was fresh, perfectly cooked and both were accompanied with green beans almandine. For sides, we shared the signature hash browns, grits and lobster and shrimp mac and cheese. They were all good. I wish the hash browns had warm blue cheese mixed in, but instead, they had a few crumbles on top. For dessert, we shared a piece of cheesecake. This was both of our least favorite part. It was alright. Tasted like frozen Sam's Club or Costco cheesecake. If you're going for good food, you'll enjoy yourself. However, if you're seeking a higher end atmosphere, this isn't the place you'll find that. Taxidermy lines the walls on one side, and caricatures on the other. Seemingly, they don't know what they're going for when it comes to the interior of the restaurant. Overall, give it a try. Food is good! read more

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Overall it's a fantastic place to go to for date night. However I'm in town for work and wanted to have a steak and a drink. The 9oz center cut filet, medium, which came out more well-well done was very disappointing for $48. My old fashioned was rather good but still $20 for it felt like a lot. The service at the bar was just okay. I would like to go back to get some seafood as the oysters looks excellent. read more

As Mel Tucker would say, Keep Choppin! As in with some Chops. Fun fact...a "chop" is a piece of meat. A "chaser" is a drink. An "oyster" is an oyster. Nice thing is they have many different kinds. It's the old east vs west coast rivalry, do you go Seattle or Boston? They will tell you there is a different taste, but a slimy oyster is a slimy oyster. Especially if you put some horseradishes on it, Flavor bomb!!! My crazy suggestion is to get a Delmonico steak. I know this is out of left field, but give it a try. They fly them in day of from the constitutional monarchy of Del Monaco. Is that true, idk. Ask for Sarah - she has an encyclopedia like knowledge of world wine regions. If you win the blind taste challenge, free bottle of wine! Just kidding, but she is game for the Pepsi challenge, just try and pick Coke! read more