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    Vanni's Jazz Lounge

    4.8 (12 reviews)
    Closed 4:00 pm - 12:00 am (Next day)

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    Bill Z.

    Vanni's is a relatively new addition to The Inn On Broadway, a speakeasy lounge on the lower level featuring live jazz music. Since it is a speakeasy, you don't get in automatically, you have to pass a simple test... but don't worry, you're given enough hints to accomplish this, just have fun getting it done. Once you're inside, you definitely feel that speakeasy ambiance. You have a nice variety of seats, including at the bar, plush sofas along the walls, and tables closer to the stage. If you're not sitting at the bar, you still order everything there, and things will be brought to you. Their specialty cocktails are quite good, with several interesting riffs on classics. If I had a cast-iron liver, I'd try them all. Small plates and sweet treats are also available. If you're staying at The Inn, this is a definite must-visit. There are many cocktail bars in the area a short walk or drive away, but why do that if you're already here? Save the time you would have spent traveling for more quality time here.

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    Bets C.

    What a fun night, Gio's for dinner, the RPO and to finish off a perfect night drinks at Vanni's. What a great place, it was hoping and the vibe was on. We had a ball and can't wait to come back!

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    Hadassah F.

    I really liked the ambience and commitment to the book theme. I didn't have any food, just drinks but the drinks were good and the band that played was pretty good as well. Also really liked the speakeasy vibe when you enter.

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    Lovely bar and great service from Bartender (Josh)on a Thursday evening during Jazz Fest.

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    8 months ago

    Exquisite vibe excellent cocktails and truffle fries wrapped in jazz. A spontaneous visit that will become a regular stop.

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    All in all a most enjoyable time at the Inn and would recommend a visit by anyone of any age.

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    Avvino

    Avvino

    4.5
    (422 reviews)
    3.4 mi
    $$$

    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.

    I'd say I had a good experience dining here. It was my birthday and I went in with a few friends…read more We were promptly attended to. I ordered a mocktail to start off and it was pretty good. For appetizers, we got the roasted beets and the bone marrow. Both were good. I got the duck breast for entree and my friends got the carrot cavatelli and lobster bucatini. We all enjoyed our dishes. The duck was succulent and roasted just enough. The Brussel sprouts that came on the side were a disappointment though. For dessert, I ordered ricotta pine nut tart with lemon sorbet. The tart was very subtle in flavor but good. My friends ordered the bread pudding which was great as well. Overall, very satisfied with the food and service. Can be back!

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    Filet mignon and spinach fritters.
    Filet mignon and spinach fritters.
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    The Daily Refresher

    The Daily Refresher

    4.0
    (193 reviews)
    0.3 mi
    $$$

    I love this place. I dont drink so i dont know about that or bar tenders but the food is amazing!!…read moreI always get the Philly steak/brisket sandwich (they keep changing the menu and the name of this lol) and WINGS! It is also a very lovely place at night! So romantic Unfortunately most of the time it is full tho Also-Being iD

    Friends from Albany recommended The Daily Refresher as a cocktail bar to visit, and I'm glad we…read morefollowed up on their suggestion. The bar has what I look for - interesting crafted cocktails (including specials), a good liquor selection, and fun people behind the bar with whom to engage. I can understand why my friends liked the place. We did have some food here, but I'm more enamored with the drinks. We ordered hummus, which was supposed to come with bread (they say naan, I think it was pita, but that's fine) and veggies. It did come out with the bread. When we asked about the veggies, we were given 2 different answers by 2 different people. One implied folks didn't always want them, another said the chef forgot and apologized. The hummus had an unexpected flavor, and when I checked the fine print on the menu it says, "chefs choice flavor." We didn't order anything else here, but we saw several orders of wings go by, and they looked really good too. On a Saturday afternoon, get here early, because if can fill up quickly.

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    Front area, lower level
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    Charcuterie Board ($24)
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    Rare 3001

    3.6
    (38 reviews)
    4.2 mi

    While visiting, my girls and I stopped by for dinner. The crab cakes were very filling, and we…read moreordered a few shareable appetizers. The carrots were my favorite. I didn't really care for the Brussels sprouts, macaroni and cheese, or the deviled eggs. The bread pudding was pretty good, and our server was amazing. My sister wasn't a fan of her steak, although I thought it was well-seasoned it just wasn't my favorite cut. The lobster bisque also had amazing reviews. Overall, I'd definitely love to give this place another try.

    Special occasion. 56th anniversary. Read online instructions for the upscale dress code to maintain…read morethe intimate elegant atmosphere, and sophisticated environment. Thought the maître d' would be more formal. Turns out it's very casual. No table cloths, Formica table tops, no bar naps served with a cocktail, no real attention to detail of any kind. Table had a light. My wife turned it on after we were seated. The Springhouse was one my accounts back in the Don O'Neal days and I was looking forward to seeing the bar. It hasn't changed, same feel and ambience of the 60's and 70's era. Perfect. If you want a great experience eat at the bar or that immediate bar area. We sat in one of two back dining rooms. Noisy, faced the kitchen entrance and way too much traffic for an intimate dining experience. Cocktails okay. No consistency with a perfect bourbon manhattan. First one a lemon wedge? Second one none. Appetizers were great but plates are large, black and they made for a dull looking presentation.. smaller white plates, some parsley? Something to make for a better presentation. They have a lot of very interesting small plates and entrees. Deviled eggs, and a prime steak tartar were fine but not a dining experience. Had the pasta and the crispy caesar, both okay. Didn't bother with desert or coffee. They add 20% to your tab so not even thinking the server could be deserving of more? Nothing Rare here.

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    Porterhouse steak. Served two of us.
    Porterhouse steak. Served two of us.
    Ribeye Steak, broccolini, seafood Mac and cheese, hash brown casserole

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    Ribeye Steak, broccolini, seafood Mac and cheese, hash brown casserole

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