What a nice spot near Park Ave in Rochester! Went for brunch before a show at the auditorium…read moretheater. It was easy to make online reservations and they were able to combine my reservation with a friend's so that we could sit together! The interior is very rustic looking, but is kept up nicely. The menu offers a variety of options for everyone! I went with the veggie skillet, which was delicious and fed me for a couple meals. The fresh home fries were crispy and filling! Our waitress was very pleasant and we look forward to coming back again!

They hosted a baby shower for my family. Max was very…read moreaccommodating and made sure our vision became a reality. The food was delicious and most everyone working directly with us the day of the shower went above and beyond! The space was perfect!

My husband and I came for our anniversary dinner on Wednesday. We reserved our table and our…read moretomahawk steak ahead of time. Honestly can't say enough about the food it was delicious! Steak was cooked to perfection. Also let's not forget to mention the library of liquor they have to offer. Gigi was our server and for sure made our experience unforgettable!!! Even introduced me to my new favorite wine, Vietti moscato!Thank you to the chef and of course Gigi, for sure recommend and we will be planning to go again!!

First time at Flight West this past weekend! We loved the…read moreambience of the dark dining room. The bar is to the right, and seating to the front and left. It was small and intimate, perfect for date night! We ordered the steak flatbread for an appetizer to split - honestly, the best dish of the night! It's deconstructed, with flat bread pieces, steak on the side, whipped ricotta and onions on the side. We built it up, and it was soooooo good. Highly recommend! My main course was the gnochhi in red sauce with grilled chicken. It was flavorful, well seasoned. My husband had the special - a porkchop. It was very tender and well seasoned as well. Drinks were very good. It was fun to watch the bartenders and people watch. Can't wait to come back again! Service was pretty good as well.

It was mad busy and we had no reservation! We were still able to be seated. Had a great fish fry…read moredinner and beer! Food & service were great great!

They have Heady Topper!! Came here for date night. I ordered the fish sandwich and it was very…read moregood. Wife had the Caesar salad with chicken. She said it was good. Service was good and food came out pretty fast.

I love the warm wavy reds and pinks that surround you. The seating is comfortable. Good food,…read morecooked well. Extra dirty martini was legitly dirty. I think the highlights were the sauces. We ordered Fried green tomatoes were lightly coated and crisp. The garlic basil aioli was sooooo flavorful. Baked chicken wings, the parmesan cheese gave a nice salty contrast to the delicious black pepper dipping sauce. Calamari was super tender, the accompanying sauce was mildly flavored. White pizza, great homemade dough was golden and crisp on the outside. Deep dish style was mostly dough but the flavorful ingredients held their own, especially the garlic. Steak special, cooked rare to order but it was chewy and tough. Could be my fault for ordering that cut rare. Fantastic bacon, fontina risotto cake hid underneath. The cheese crisped up and caramelized on the bottom while the center remained creamy. The delicate green beans were tender with a slight crisp. The steak was served with a pesto but being allergic to walnuts I asked for the blueberry eggplant caponata that accompanied the fish special FANTASTIC! The eggplant was dense enough to maintain a meaty texture, the blueberries provided a nice subtle summer note and aftertaste. I would certainly visit again, the host and wait staff were very pleasant.

We typically like to try new restaurants from time to time and this one has been on our radar for…read moremonths. So for our 35th Anniversary we took the opportunity to go to the "Grille at One" for our dinner. We are so glad we did, the whole night was wonderful! Our reservations were for 6:45 on a Wednesday night. When we entered the restaurant we were presently surprised by the warm cozy feeling of the restaurant and bar. We arrived a bit early so decided to go the bar for a cocktail before being seated. They were in the middle of a wine tasting that they do on the third Wed of the month. The bartender and hostess explained the tasting process which includes small plates served with wine pairings. We will definitely be coming back to do that. They even offered us a slice of the deep dish pizza to go with our drinks that was being served to the wine tasting party at that time. Once we were seated our waitress came by and introduced herself and acknowledged that we were celebrating a special night and really made us feel very special. It seemed like everyone that waited on us from Hostess, Bartender, to Waitress all treated us as special guests. By the end of the night it was evident that they treat everyone as special guests. Wow, what a change from many of the restaurants you attend, where you are treated like a number or an interruption to their evening. We looked over the wine selection and was surprised by the affordable prices and good selection. We quickly found a good selection to go along with our meals. We had already taken the opportunity while at the bar to start looking over the menu. The menu is straight forward and not complicated by offering you too many selections. It is still diverse though and offers, appetizers (small plates ), salads, upscale burgers and entrees ( large plates ). We ordered the Fried Calamari as an app while we decided on dinner. The calamari came out very lightly battered, almost tempura like. It was soo tender and light. I would have preferred a sauce with a bit more heat but the sauce that came with it had a light orange flavor and paired well with them. The best we both have had in years. For dinner my wife ordered the salmon, which was served over a portion of crispy polenta. The fish was done perfectly and the polenta was a great pairing. I ordered the veal short ribs. They came with a side dish of Truffle mac and cheese and a red wine sauce over the ribs. I would have liked the ribs just a little rarer but that is just my liking, I am sure that they were cooked perfectly for most diners. The sauce was velvety and the mac and cheese, I want the recipe! Mac and Cheese will never be the same after eating theirs. I'm a very accomplished cook and can sometimes be very critical of dinners I get outside of my kitchen but that dish of mac and cheese was the most delicious I have ever eaten. For me, the topping for the night was the Chef coming out to our table and inquiring about the meal and thanking us for giving him the opportunity to cook for us. What a treat! I will say my wife's special moment was the complimentary Chocolate & Cherry Roulade dessert that came to the table with "Happy Anniversary" written in chocolate on the plate. This is one of Rochester's best kept secrets. I know once the word gets out this will be the Go-to-Place in Rochester. Until then it will stay our little secret!

We've eaten at Jo Jo Pittsford for many years and have always enjoyed the food and ambiance,…read morealthough it's often loud. We recently had a Pizza and salad there. The server was very good but the pizza took a very long time to arrive. It appeared they may have been understaffed. We had a Pepperoni and mushroom Pizza that was good but one piece had something on it that tasted and looked like a piece of meat fat. We advised and showed the server what we found and she said it appeared to be chicken. (It was inedible grissel) We have never experienced that with a Pizza and was potentially a health hazard. It did appear that they have declined since our last visit.

A group of friends decided to meet here for a birthday gathering of 8 people…read more The place is quite loud, hard to converse within the group. I got there late. It is kind of hard to find a restaurant if one is not familiar with the area. I got there late, and the food was not served yet. I ordered my food, and then, we all got the food at the same time. Good. Two pounds of mussels across from me were shared by some at the table. I saw pastas, fried calamari, and Steak Salad(I was not too impressed by it), I got the Pork Chop. It was tender, although I ordered cook well done. The sauce was delicious. It came with Shoestring Fries. Tasty. A glass of Precose to wash everything down. Refreshing Caitlin, our server, was excellent. I told her to bring the special Orange Chocolate Torte for the Birthday Girl with a little candle, and she did in the end. It was a big enough piece of cake that we shared it after singing Las Mañanitas to her. We left happy.

Took a little Rochester trip and I'm so glad I found this spot! It's a little difficult to find cuz…read moreyou have to go through the alley and it's in the back. We were able to find a seat at the bar since we didn't make reservations. My friends and I weren't too hungry so we split a couple plates. The crispy mushrooms were so good! I wasn't expecting them to be such large mushrooms but the texture was perfect. Crisp on the outside and the mushroom wasn't mushy at all. And the labneh had great flavor and paired well with the mushrooms. The sourdough was also perfection. I know it looks a little burnt but I honestly didn't taste that at all and the texture was perfect. I was worried it'd be hard and scrape the roof of my mouth but the sourdough was still a fluffy/chewy texture. Paired with the garlic, cheese and lemon was great. The lemon added a nice acidity to the dish that it needed. The salt baked potatoes were also pretty good but was overshadowed by everything else I had. But you can never go wrong with a side of crispy potatoes. Flavor was perfect and paired well with the aioli. Ended the meal with their hazelnut ice cream made in house. It was topped with some flaky sea salt and it added the perfect saltiness it needed. This ice cream was so thick and creamy and so glad it was recommended to us! The service here is amazing and everyone was very pleasant to talk to. It's a cute little spot to try out on a date night for sure!

We weren't entirely sure what to expect heading into Bevy for the first time, but what a fantastic…read moresurprise this turned out to be. Tucked down a cute little alleyway, it has that "hidden gem only the in‑the‑know find" kind of vibe. Outdoor seating was lovely, and inside the décor was warm and inviting. Service throughout the evening was fantastic--attentive, friendly, and genuinely helpful in guiding our selections. We started with the marinated olives, a lovely mix that set the tone for the meal. Next up was Liyam's falafel with green goddess. At first glance, the falafel looked quite dark and we wondered if they might be overdone, but one bite proved otherwise. They were cooked absolutely perfectly--bright, verdant, and full of flavor. The green goddess dip was such an unexpected pairing, but it worked so well that we're not sure why no one has done this before. We'll be trying this at home. YUM. The salt baked potatoes with preserved lemon aioli, crushed tomato, and green chili were another hit. The preparation was beautiful, and the flavors--especially the green chiles and the lovely aioli--were outstanding. If we had one quibble, it's that we would have loved just a bit more of those sauces because they were delectable. We were raving about this dish. We then enjoyed the summer fattoush with stone fruit, tomato, fried pita, and sumac. Wonderfully prepared, very bright flavors, and a lovely balance of textures. Our server mentioned it was shareable, but in the future we'd order two--it's that good, but not quite a true shareable portion. The crispy mushrooms with sudjuk spice, labneh, and herby chermoula were the sleeper hit of the night. Perfectly fried, incredible mushroom choice, fantastic breading, and a sauce we couldn't stop dipping into. WOW. So good. This is another dish we'll order two of next time. For dessert, we tried "the very best ice cream by the scoop" -- mint chocolate chip, which was the perfect ending and just enough. We also had the coconut malabi with stone fruit and pistachio crumb. We weren't sure what to make of it at first--the texture looked a bit unusual--but once we dove in, it was another delightful surprise. Unique, flavorful, and absolutely something we'd order again. In all, our meal at Bevy was fantastic. The flavors throughout the night were bright, punchy, and deeply satisfying. Between the hidden‑gem location, the inviting atmosphere, and the standout dishes, we can recommend Bevy with confidence. We're sure to be repeat customers.

Good food; menu is eclectic. Salad and flatbread was very flavorful. Pasta and salmon were…read moredelicious. Service was friendly, professional and upbeat.

Our family was visiting Rochester from out of town to celebrate our son's college graduation. We…read morebooked the private room at Avvino (Meyer's Den), which turned out to be a great choice. While planning our dinner party months in advance, the communication from Janine was excellent. She helped us develop a 4-course menu that was sure to have something for everyone, including vegan and allergy friendly options. Amy was our server for the evening, and she ensured we had everything we needed to enjoy our evening. The chairs in the Meyer's Den are wide and comfortable, the decor is dark and classy, and being in the basement away from the dining room made it very quiet and easy to converse with family. The room is rather spacious for 12 guests, but could also accommodate a few more people without feeling cramped. Out of the appetizers we selected, the Charred Octopus was very popular and everyone enjoyed it...even those that had never previously eaten octopus. The baby cauliflower dish was also a beautiful presentation, and quite large and enjoyable. The salads, particularly the Charred Hurricane salad, were nice light courses before the entree was served. As for the entrees, the filet mignon was a little on the dry side, but we really enjoyed the light and crispy spinach fritters that accompanied the beef. The salmon was a generous portion of medium rare fish, and there was lot going on with that dish - spicy cauliflower and za'atar potatoes that had some mixed reviews. Folks who ordered the duck breast seemed to enjoy the complex preparation, which had asparagus, green beans, and two pureed sauces - cauliflower ginger and cherry-rhubarb. The doughnut bread pudding with apple pieces and vanilla ice cream was a delicious, decadent way to end the meal. We left rather stuffed, and delighted with the overall experience that allowed our family to celebrate together.

Good Food (check) Great Vibe (check)…read moreOrder Accuracy (check) I've ordered from this hidden gem multiple times. I usually get the jerk fries. They always have my food ready right on time. I love the consistency and will be going back soon.

We came here with a 6-person group on a Saturday afternoon, intending to grab a quick round between…read moreour friend's wedding ceremony and cocktail hour. We walked in at 5:20, and were joined by maybe 1-2 other people sitting at the bar, so we grabbed a booth -- our first mistake. Service was unacceptably slow -- the waitress didn't come over to get our drink orders for at least 20 mins, and then it was another 20 minutes before we got them. With 1-2 other people in the whole establishment? She must've been new because she wasn't even sure if they had beer on draft. When the cocktails did come, they all had exactly the same garnishment, and were overly sweet: definitely not worth the wait or the $15 price tag. Wouldn't recommend this place.