This place is a real hidden gem. I drive by it all the time, but never expected the beauty within…read more The prices are incredible, for both food and drinks. The bartenders are very friendly and welcoming + There is a pool table, dart board, and comedy shows on Wednesdays! The interior design is also impeccable! Give the landing strip a visit and you won't be disappointed

My friends and I were looking for a good dive bar to grab a bite to eat and have a few drinks…read more Based on the reviews we saw here, we decided to give The Landing Strip a try. As soon as we walked in the smell of smoke (both stale and fresh) overwhelmed us. We decided to go to another place. If it wasn't for the smell, we would have stayed to try the food. Everything else was as I expected. Regulars at the bar, weird decor.....typical dive bar.

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!

Missing Lux at 8:42am on a Tuesday morning, and writing this review to ease the pain! I haven't…read morebeen to Lux since the pandemic started, and honestly don't think I had been at all this year prior to that either. Which is a SHAME, because Lux is a special place. Where else can you eat midnight bagels to accompany your vodka soda? Where else can you get overly frustrated at the "get the circle onto the post" game outside? The answer is NOWHERE. Lux has a special vibe about it that is welcoming, inclusive, divey and strange all at the same time. The South Wedge location is perfect and there's usually ample street parking if you're DD-ing or planning to leave your car. I can't wait to get back here post-pandemic and enjoy a game with friends and a seat out on the patio.

Lux is a different experience every night depending on what is going and who is DJ. Some things…read morestay the same regardless of when you go: great vibes, quick bar service, cheap drinks, and a long bathroom line. Definitely more a hole in the wall in terms of charm, but you'll have a good night there regardless.

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.

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.

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

I just love Skylark. Friendly no bullshit bartenders, the best meatball sliders and sauces, strong…read moredrinks, dingy but fun atmosphere. All in a crazy convenient and ever-changing location. At $3 per meatball slider, you can leave here completely full for under $10. I typically add on a double orange vodka soda and settle in at one of the back booths or tables to enjoy. There's a bunch of games over on the stage side of the bar, in addition to the back. I believe they have an outdoor space but I have never ventured back there. I've been coming here for about five years and have to say that Skylark gives you the best view of an ever changing city-scape. I've seen it go from urban roadway to construction to now luxury apartments. Skylark has been and will (hopefully/must be) continue to be around through it all. Don't let the interior fool you - this is a great no frills bar with a strange energy and delicious eats.

Skylark lounge in downtown Rochester, NY is the best place to see a live show, dance to a DJ or…read morejust hang and have a drink. (Local rotating artists for purchase, too.) Great back patio, and overall fab vibes.

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

My husband and I live in Buffalo. When we are in Rochester we stop at the Old Toad. It is an…read moreauthentic British pub experience. We have been going to this establishment for many years. Last evening we stopped for dinner and a beer. We had an excellent British beer, Speckled Hen. We shared the Chicken Korma and Fish and chips (with the peas). The chips were very crisp and the fish was fresh. The curry was mildly spiced. We meet a couple from England. The man in the couple did an internship at the Old Toad years ago. He stopped in when traveling in the area because The Old Toad is the kind of place that you remember. You should stop in soon.

Rochester staple for beer and whiskey. Decent menu and…read moreeclectic crowd. If looking for chill spot and just simple service ... it's an old standby

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!