Sip & Dine

Scott’s Scottsville Hots

Multi-Generation Rochester Favorite: Strong Family Roots Keep Scott’s Scottsville Hots Thriving

In 1991, the three youngest Scott siblings, sisters Jannie and Ola and brother Roosevelt Scott, started serving Rochester their homemade favorites. According to Ola, who is retired now but stopped in for a bite, “Our mother liked to cook. Her specialty was sauces, sauces for everything, especially BBQ and meat sauces. She taught us how to cook and how to work hard!”

The restaurant started out at Rochester Public Market as Scott’s Original. Then the siblings rented a space, replacing a struggling breakfast sandwich business, and expanded it, quickly purchasing their own building and changing the name to Scott’s II.

For 29 years, the Scotts grew their business and their following at the Public Market. The family worked side-by-side, serving early mornings and becoming a touchstone in many people’s lives. In January 2020, just before COVID hit, they sold the building and were ready to retire, until Cedric Scott, Roosevelt’s son, decided to keep it going, moving the business to 3892 Scottsville Road in the Scottsville Plaza, where they have been since.

Today, there is a steady stream of customers walking in, seemingly all with favorite dishes. “My favorite thing is the breakfast sandwich. I’ve been getting it since I was little,” says Camille on her way to work.

Cedric is slow to speak about their success - humble until Ola and the customers chide him.

“Our breakfast sandwich is famous. It was voted Rochester’s Choice for years. That’s how a lot of people know us. And our Plates - they’re different. My grandmother’s meat sauce recipe and our home frieswe cut them fresh daily. That’s what makes it so good,” says Cedric (as he hands a to-go Plate to a customer who tells Cedric he’s delivering the food to the hospital - his pregnant partner has specifically requested the dish, craving it while in the maternity ward waiting to deliver her baby!).

Roosevelt still works in the mornings cooking and prepping, along with Cedric and Cedric Jr. - making their restaurant a three-generation family-run business.

“It just blossomed, and we are keeping it rolling!” says Ola with a smile.

And they are, with Saturday BBQ featuring Chicken & Ribs, Friday Fish Frys with Grouper filets, catering for parties and events, and their new offering: Wings.

Hunt’s Pub

Experience the Warmth and Music

Looking for a friendly environment where you can unwind, enjoy great music, and indulge in delicious pub fare? Look no further than Hunt’s Pub, the ultimate happy place for both regulars and newcomers. Owner Marshal Oberer has crafted a welcoming space that has become a favorite among locals since December 2019.

Music takes center stage at Hunt’s Pub, with live bands and karaoke every Friday night. Whether you’re a performer or a spectator, the bar’s dedicated stage is ready to showcase your talent or provide a memorable