Rochester Restaurant & Bar Guide 2012

Restaurant AND

Bar Guide 2012

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ACANTHUS CAFE

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M A X R E S TA U R A N T S

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A M AYA B A R & G R I L L

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MAX SUSHI & NOODLES

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BACCO’S RISTORANTE

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THE MENDON HOUSE

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N AT H A N ’ S S O U P & S A L A D

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B O U L D E R C O F F E E C O M PA N Y

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NEXT DOOR BAR & GRILL

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C H O C O L AT E & V I N E S

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THE OLD TOAD BRITISH PUB

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COLIE’S CAFE

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PA R K AV E N U E P U B & R E S TA U R A N T

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DINOSAUR BAR-B-QUE

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POMODORO GRILL & WINE BAR

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T H E D I S T I L L E RY

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REMINGTON’S

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THE FROG POND

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RISTORANTE LUCANO

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GENESEE BREW HOUSE

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ROCCO

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ROHRBACH BREWING CO.

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SINBAD’S

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JOEY B’S

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SPOT COFFEE

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JOHNNY’S PUB & GRILL

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STICKY LIPS PIT BBQ

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L & M LANES

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LASALLE’S STEAK & CRAB

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TA P & M A L L E T

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LOVIN’ CUP BISTRO & BREWS

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TA P & TA B L E

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LUX

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VICTOIRE

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MARSHALL STREET BAR & GRILL

Tap & Tab l e 284 Exchange Blvd.

Rochester, NY 14608 585-319-3388 www.thetapandtable.com Monday-Thursday 11:30am - 12am (kitchen ‘til 10pm) Friday-Saturday 11:30am - 2am (kitchen ‘til 11pm) Sunday 4pm - 12am (kitchen ‘til 10pm) • Farm to table fresh!

• Progressive draft beer • Craft cocktail menu

BEST NEW RESTAURANT and BEST NEW BAR!

CORN HILL

30 CRAFT BEERS • WINE • CRAFT COCKTAILS SEASONAL • LOCAL • NATURALLY RAISED MEATS MON-SAT: 11:30AM-2AM, SUN: 4PM-12AM 284 Exchange St. 319-3388

In Corn Hill Landing Thetapandtable.com ROCHESTERCITYNEWSPAPER.COM

A M AYA B A R & G R I LL 1900 Clinton Ave. South Rochester, NY 14618

Bar & Grill

585-241-3223 FAX: 585-241-3222 amayabarandgrill.com Tuesday-Saturday Lunch 11am - 3pm Dinner 5pm -10pm Sunday Brunch Buffet 11am - 2pm Dinner 5pm-9pm • Gourmet Sunday Brunch Buffet • Express Lunch Tues. - Sat. • Private Party Space Available BRIGHTON

Modern Indian Flavors Transformed into a Contemporary Gourmet Experience Extensive Vegetarian/Vegan Menu Take Out & Catering Available for Lunch and Dinner

Join our Rewards Program!

See our website for details

C h o c o l ate & V ines 757 University Avenue Rocnester, NY 14607 585-340-6362 chocolateandvines.com

THREE YEARS IN A ROW! 2010-2012

MONDAY-FRIDAY 4pm - 11pm SATURDAY-SUNDAY 12pm - 11pm • Best of Rochester Winner!

• Catering on and off site • Great place for a date!

Neighborhood of The Arts

Monday wine tastings Tuesday buy 2 get 1 chocolates Wednesday 20% off wine by the bottle Thursday $1 off all drinks CITY • RESTAURANT AND BAR GUIDE 2012

e t a l o c o h C ines &V

Welcome TO THE DISTILLERY…YOUR PLACE FOR

FOOD, DRINK, SPORTS & FUN!

YOUR

MONDAY-SATURDAY 11am - 1am

DIVERSE MENU of American fare Distinct selection of DOMESTIC AND CRAFT BEERS Wine, martinis & SPECIALTY DRINKS

thedistillery.com •

FIND US ON

1142 Mt. Hope Avenue Rochester, New York 14620 585-271-4105 300 Paddy Creek Circle Greece, New York 14615 585-621-1620 3010 Winton Road South Henrietta, New York 14623 585-339-3010 10 Square Drive Victor, New York 14564 585-924-2337 www.thedistillery.com

neighborhood GATHERING PLACE

Voted BEST NEIGHBORHOOD BAR and BEST PLACE FOR APPS!

The D isti l l ery

SUNDAY 12pm - 12am • Watch Sports on 30+ TV Screens • Great ambiance with timeless quality • Serving lunch, dinner & late night!

Try one of our Signature Sauces!

AND

Everybody dines at

J ines 658 Park Avenue Rochester, NY 14607 585-461-1280 FAX: 585-461-4487 www.jinesrestaurant.com jines@frontier.com MONDAY-SATURDAY 7am - 10pm SUNDAY 7am - 8pm

• Serving breakfast, lunch & dinner seven days a week & brunch on Sunday • Specialty omelettes, a variety of pancakes, waffles & French toasts • Homemade soups daily, a multitude of grilled sandwiches & fresh salads • Tasty seasonal specialties, fresh seafood & evening dinner specials • New beer & wine additions to reflect the season • A tradition on Park Avenue since 1971

• Sunday Brunch • Children Friendly • Catering Park Avenue

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S P o T C o f f ee 200 East Avenue Rochester, New York 14604 585-613-4600 www.spotcoffee.com SUNDAY-THURSDAY 6am-11pm FRIDAY & SATURDAY 7am-Midnight • Buffalo-roasted beans - fresh & flavorful!

• Perfect for business or social functions • 20% student discount EAST END

YOUR BEANS. YOUR BUZZ. YOUR SPoT. House-brewed coffee & espresso drinks Blender shakes Brick-oven gourmet pizzas Panini sandwiches made fresh to go Wraps & salads Freshly made desserts & baked goods ALL DAY BREAKFAST!

CATERING! Whatever the occasion, SPoT Coffee is your catering solution.

Remington’s 425 Merchants Road Rochester, NY 14609 585-482-4434 FAX: 585-482-0412 www.remingtonsofrochester.com MONDAY-THURSDAY 4pm - 11pm FRIDAY-SATURDAY 4pm - 12pm SUNDAY Closed • Children-Friendly • Groups Welcome Culver/Merchants

G REAT F OOD, G REAT F RIENDS SEE OUR WEBSITE FOR WEEKLY SPECIALS Check out Chef Thomas’ cuisine Reserve our private dining room for your next family, business, or social function.

NEW WINE LIST!

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SPoTCOFFEE.COM

20% STUDENT DISCOUNT!

Our popular 3 course Fixed Price Menu Now Available Sunday-Thursday

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CELEBRATING 20 YEARS!

Includes Soup, Salad, over 11 Entrees, Dessert

All made on premises � Shrimp Scampi � Pork Tenderloin � Venison Medallions � Poached Salmon � Shrimp and Pasta � Duck Breast

� Chicken and Shrimp Dijon � Sea Scallops � Fresh Fish � Shrimp Alexander � Char-Grilled Sirloin � Plus nightly specials

Sunday Breakfast Served! EVERY SUNDAY 10AM–2PM No buffet here, everything made to order!

Omelettes • Benedicts • Potato Pancakes • Waffles • Soup/Salads, Deep Dish Quiche • and much more!

J o ey B ’ s 400 Packett’s Landing Fairport NY 14450 585-377-9030 www.joeybsrestaurant.com TUESDAY-THURSDAY 5:30pm - 8:30pm FRIDAY-SATURDAY 5pm - 9pm SUNDAY Brunch: 10am - 2pm Dinner: 5pm - 8pm • Canalside dining • Gluten-free friendly • Private parties and catering FAIRPORT

Family owned & operated for 20 years.

We are gluten-free friendly We can custom prepare Vegetarian Dishes!

We are happy to accommodate large parties and PRIVATE PARTIES... Catering dates available for your party!

RESERVATIONS RECOMMENDED

WHEN YOU’RE SERIOUS ABOUT YOUR BBQ...

JOIN US FOR OUR •Award-winning BBQ & Catering •24 Craft Beers on tap •Live Blues, Rock & Funk 6 nights a week (never a cover)

Gluten-Free Menu Options!

Restaurant 325-7090 Catering 325-9127 CITY NEWSPAPER’S

UPSTAIRS AT THE DINO

BEST OF WINNER!

Private Catering for Every Occasion!

Seats up to 50

KITCHEN OPEN LATE

DINOBBQ.COM

®

D in o saur B ar - B - Q ue 99 Court Street Rochester, New York 14604 585-325-7090 Catering: 585-325-9127 www.dinobbq.com MONDAY-WEDNESDAY 11am - 11pm THURSDAY 11am - 12am FRIDAY-SATURDAY 11am - 1am SUNDAY 12pm - 10pm • New upstairs private catering room!

• Overlooks the picturesque Genesee River • Groups welcome!

DOWNTOWN

99 Court Street Downtown on the river!

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The Fr o g P o nd 652 Park Avenue Rochester, New York 14607 585-271-1970 www.eatatthefrogpond.com FALL & WINTER HOURS MONDAY-TUESDAY 7am - 3pm WEDNESDAY-FRIDAY 7am - 9pm SATURDAY 8am - 9pm SUNDAY 8am - 3pm • A Rochester Landmark since 1975 • Quaint, comfortable and charming • Beer, wine & specialty cocktails

A PARK AVENUE LANDMARK SINCE 1975.

ALWAYS GREAT… NOW EVEN BETTER BREAKFAST LUNCH DINNER

PARK AVENUE

652 PARK AVE • 585.271.1970 • EATATTHEFROGPOND.COM

S inbad ’ s 719 Park Avenue Rochester, NY 14607 585-473-5655 FAX: 585-473-8270 www.mysinbads.com Daily 11am - 10pm • Take-out available • Catering • Best of Rochester winner Park Avenue

Great mediterranean food, atmosphere and service...

Simply the best!

SINBAD’S MEDITERRANEAN CUISIN E

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S tic k y Lips P it B B Q 830 Jefferson Rd. Rochester NY 14623 585-292-5544 625 Culver Rd. Rochester NY 14609 585-288-1910 www.stickylipsbbq.com • Best of Rochester winner • Live Music (Henrietta) • Catering available

Live Music

4 Nights a week Original Location

Slow smokin’ the Best Grilled and Pit Style from the Legendary Barbeque Regions across the country!

Memphis Pit Smoked BBQ Ribs Uncle Frank's State Fair Chicken Homemade Sides • Vegetarian Entrees Open for Lunch & Dinner

the

freshest

ingredients...

yield

world-class results.

Happy Hour 4-7pm

HENRIETTA ROCHESTER EASTSIDE

with munchies

VOTED BEST COMFORT FOOD www.stickylipsbbq.com

War f ie l d ’ s Hig h P o int 207 High Point Drive Victor, NY 14564 585-425-2589 FAX: 585-425-2606 warfields.com/highpoint TUESDAY-SATURDAY Lounge open at 4:30 Dinner 5pm - 9pm SUNDAY-MONDAY Closed • Extensive wine list • Creative cuisine • 5 and 7 course tasting menus VICTOR

our biggest

accolade

is your

return.

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VICTOIRE 120 East Avenue Rochester, New York 14604 585-325-3663 www.victoirebar.com Monday-Saturday 11:30am - 2am Sunday 4:30pm - 2am DAILY Kitchen open ‘til 11pm • Rotating Beer Selection • Authentic Belgian Experience!

• Unique European Atmosphere EAST END

CLASSIC BELGIAN CUISINE WITH A MODERN AMERICAN TWIST

Moules et Frites • Duck confit Reuben • Charcuterie Plates!

Carbonnade • Flemish Onion Soup • And much more…

IMPRESSIVE SELECTION OF AUTHENTIC BELGIAN IMPORTED BEERS & BELGIAN-STYLE BEERS. OUTSIDE DINING IN OUR SUNKEN COURTYARD DURING FAIR WEATHER

M aria’ s A ut h entic M e x ican R estaurant 75 W. Main St. Webster, NY 14580 585-872-1237 www.mariasmexican.com TUESDAY 11am - 2pm, 5pm - 9pm WEDNESDAY-THURSDAY 11am - 3pm, 4pm - 9pm FRIDAY 11am - 10pm SATURDAY 4pm - 10pm SUNDAY Closed • Everything homemade • Family owned and operated • Take out and delivery available WEBSTER

For over 20 years we have been perfecting our family’s secret recipes and bringing them to your table.

Everything made from scratch with the freshest possible ingredients and centuries of tradition.

See our website for details and specials.

WWW.MARIASMEXICAN.COM

10 CITY • RESTAURANT AND BAR GUIDE 2012

GREAT BAR, GREAT FOOD FULL SERVICE MENU AND A FRIENDLY NEIGHBORHOOD ATMOSPHERE

EAT IN • TAKE OUT • CATERING FOR ANY OCCASION

Monday-Saturday 11am - 2am

SEMI-PRIVATE SPACE AVAILABLE FOR YO U R S P E C I A L E V E N T O R MEETING!

Sunday 12pm - 2am • Unique menu, vegetarian & vegan options • 18 rotating beer taps • Catering available

DAILY DRINK SPECIALS KITCHEN OPEN ‘TIL 2AM

VOTED BEST NEW BAR 2011

MONROE AVENUE

$38 SPECIAL for two

Includes one appetizer to share, 2 dinner salads and 2 entrees.

Tuesday-Thursday only

On the bay... Enjoy the fall foliage from our patio! When the chill sets in, come inside to our cozy dining room and intimate bar.

81 Marshall Street Rochester, New York 14607 585-325-2191 marshallstreetbarandgrill.com

S A L A D S, S A N DW I C H ES, V EGETARIAN O P T I O N S & M U C H MORE!

GREAT FOOD, GREAT SERVICE & A GREAT VIEW!

M ars h a l l S treet B ar & G ri l l

Fish Fry Fridays

La S a l l e ’ s Steak & Crab 1300 Empire Blvd.

Rochester NY 14609 585-482-5740 www.lasallessteakandcrab.com

Prime Rib Fri & Sat

Tuesday-Saturday Bar opens at 3pm

JOIN OUR

Tuesday-Thursday 4pm - 9:30pm

Martini Club

with over 600 members

Friday-Saturday 4pm - 10pm

Happy Hour Daily

Sunday-Monday Closed

3-6pm

• 600 member Martini Club • Groups Welcome • Take-out available Irondequoit bay

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LUX

WEEKLY SCHEDULE!

666 South Avenue Rochester, New York 14620

SUN - BLOODYS, BANGERS & BEER 4PM-9PM

585-232-9030 www.lux666.com

“BURN YER’ OWN BURGER” 9PM-2AM CHEAP EATS & DRINKS ALL DAY LONG

Monday -Thursday 5pm - 2am Friday 4:30pm - 2am

MON - ARTS & CRAFTS

Lux666.com

$1 OFF ALL DRAFTS ALL NIGHT LONG! BEER + GLUE = STUPID FUN

Saturday 9pm -2am

TUES - PBR/PBJ NIGHT

Sunday 4pm - 2am

TUESDAY TWISTED TRIVIA - WIN STUFF! $1 PABST & FREE SANDWICHES

WED - B-MOVIE BONANZA

• Kick Ass Daily Specials • Home of the Pabstsmear • Best Of Rochester Winner!

AND WICKED WHEEL NIGHT! $2 BUDWEISER BOTTLES, $2.75 WELL DRINKS ALL NIGHT

THURS - SIT-N-SPIN NIGHT

SOUTH WEDGE

ROTATING SPECIALS ALL NIGHT LONG! MIDNIGHT DANCE CRAZE CONTEST

FRI - SLAP-HAPPY HOUR

$2.75 WELL DRINKS & $2 DOMESTIC DRAFTS 4:30-9PM. YUMMY FREE PIZZA!

SAT - CHEAP DATE NIGHT

$2.75 WELL DRINKS FROM 9PM-11PM

Nathan’s Soup & Salad 691 Park Avenue Rochester, NY 14607 585-461-3016 900 Jefferson Road Rochester, NY 14623 585-424-4551

75%

SOUP & SALAD

Monday-Friday 10am - 6pm Saturday 11am - 2pm Sunday Closed

NO GLUTEN ADDED soups • breads • sandwiches

RIT Student Alumni Union Rochester, NY 14623 Menu phone: 585-461-3005 www.nathanssoupandsalad.com

of our products have

Est.

comfort in a cup

• Take-out available • Catering

1980

Catering & Delivery for large parties NOW AVAILABLE!

CALL FOR INFORMATION

585.424.4551

PARK AVENUE HENRIETTA

ASK ABOUT A

NATHAN’S GIFT CARD 12 CITY • RESTAURANT AND BAR GUIDE 2012

ROCCO 165 Monroe Avenue Rochester, NY 14607 585-454-3510 www.roccorochester.com Monday-Thursday 5pm-9pm Friday 11:30am - 2pm, 5pm - 10pm Saturday 5pm-10pm

"Uno non può pensare bene, amare bene, dormire bene, se non ha mangiato bene." ( " O N E C A N N OT T H I N K W E L L , LOV E W E L L , S L E E P WE LL, IF ONE HASN'T EAT EN WELL.")

• After Theater • Take-out available • Best of Rochester Winner Monroe Avenue

i t a l i a n f o od g r e a t i t a l i a n w i nes l u n c h o n f r i d a ys

VOTED BEST BEER LIST IN ROCHESTER 4 YEARS IN A ROW!

TAP & MALLET 381 Gregory Street Rochester, NY 14620 585-473-0503 www.tapandmallet.com Monday-Saturday 11:30am - 2am Sunday 4pm - 12am (Kitchen Open till 10pm) • Rochester’s Best Beer Selection • In the Vibrant South Wedge SOUTH WEDGE

Rochester’s Destination for FINE BEERS & FRESHLY COOKED PUB FOOD

@TapandMallet

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B iaggi ’ s R ist o rante I ta l ian o 818 Eastview Mall Victor, NY 14564 585-223-2290 FAX: 585-223-2722 www.biaggis.com Sunday 11:30am - 9pm Monday-Thursday 11:30am - 9:30pm Friday-Saturday 11:30am - 10:30pm • Children-friendly • Groups welcome • Take-out available VICTOR

BOULDER C OFF E E C O M PA N Y

SOUTH WEDGE

100 Alexander Street 454-7140

FULL BAR

Mon-Thu 7AM - 11PM Friday 7AM - 12AM Saturday 8AM - 12AM Sunday 8AM - 11PM

Various Locations FOR HOURS & DETAILS: bouldercoffeeco.com • Locally Owned • Locally Roasted • Live Entertainment

PUBLIC MARKET

Thursday (5/1-9/1) 8AM - 1PM Saturday 6AM - 2PM

BROOKS LANDING

Mon-Thu 7AM - 7PM Friday 7AM - 8PM

1 Public Market 232-5282

960 Genesee St. 697-0236

FULL BAR

PARK AVE.

739 Park Ave. 697-0235

Mon-Fri 7AM - 10PM Sat-Sun 8AM - 10PM

FULL BAR

STATE STREET

Mon-Fri 7:30AM - 3PM

Java Joe's: By Boulder Coffee Co.

2 State St. | 697-0187

www.bouldercoffeeco.com 14 CITY • RESTAURANT AND BAR GUIDE 2012

L & M Lanes

L&MES LAN

873 Merchants Rd. Rochester NY 14609

THE BEST NEIGHBORHOOD BAR WITH A BOWLING ALLEY,

OR,

585-288-1210 www.lmlanes.com Monday-Saturday 4pm - 12am

THE BEST BOWLING ALLEY WITH A NEIGHBORHOOD BAR???

SUNDAY Closed • Open Bowling Daily • Ever-changing craft beers on tap • Private parties welcome Culver/Merchants

ALL MAJOR SPORTS ON TV OPEN BOWLING DAILY LEAGUE BOWLING- CALL FOR DETAILS EVER-CHANGING CRAFT BEERS ON TAP EXPANDED BAR MENU WITH REALLY, REALLY GREAT WINGS!!!

Find us on

MAX RESTAURAN T S Max Rochester Max of Eastman Place 25 Gibbs Street, Rochester, NY 14604 | 585-697-0491 Max Chophouse 1456 Monroe Avenue Rochester, NY 14618 585-271-3510 Max at the Gallery 500 University Avenue Rochester, NY 14607 585-473-6629 FOR HOURS, DETAILS, CATERING & EVENTS: www.maxrochester.net 585-697-0491

MAX ROCHESTER

• Thursday tapas at the Gallery • Sunday Brunch at the Gallery

MAX of EASTMAN PLACE MAX CHOPHOUSE M A X a t t h e G A L L E RY ROCHESTERCITYNEWSPAPER.COM 15

HUGO’S Italian Bistro 3259 Winton Road South The Plaza at Win-Jeff Rochester, NY 14623 585-427-0540 www.hugositalianbistro.com Monday-Thursday 11am-9pm Friday-Saturday 11am-10pm

Hugos italian

bistro

HAPPY HOUR SPECIALS EVERYDAY!

• Authentic Italian Bistro • Diverse Wine List • Homemade Desserts Brighton/Henrietta

L o vin ’ C up B istr o & B rews

ROCHESTER’S MOST UNIQUE

LIVE MUSIC VENUE!

300 Park Point Drive Suite 101 Rochester, NY 14623 585-292-9940 FAX: 585-292-9828 lovincup.com Sunday 12 - 10pm Monday 11am - 11pm TUESDAY-WEDNESDAY 11am - 12am THURSDAY-SATURDAY 11am - 2am • Casual Dining/Full Service Bistro • Local Craft Beer & Wine • Live Music Venue Park Point/Henrietta

BEST OPEN MIC! 16 CITY • RESTAURANT AND BAR GUIDE 2012

find us on

&

Come enjoy Authentic Mexican Cuisine at

ITACATE Traditional Home Made Mexican Food

I TA C AT E 1859 Penfield Road Penfield, NY 14526 585-586-8454 FAX: 585-586-0128 www.itacate.net MONDAY-THURSDAY 11:30am - 9pm FRIDAY-SATURDAY 11:30am - 10pm SUNDAY Closed • Flavorful but not spicy • Traditional homemade • Authentic mexican cuisine PENFIELD

T h e M end o n H o use 1369 Pittsford-Mendon Rd. Mendon, NY 14506 585-624-7370 www.themendonhouse.com TUESDAY 4:30pm - 9pm WEDNESDAY-THURSDAY 4:30pm - 10pm FRIDAY-SATURDAY 4:30pm - 10:30pm SUNDAY 4pm - 9pm • Minutes from Eastview Mall • Specialty Drink Menu • Pub menu available at the bar MENDON

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C o l ie ’ s C a f é 657 Park Avenue Rochester, New York 14607 585-442-4986 3349 Monroe Avenue in Pittsford Plaza Rochester, New York 14618 Eastview Mall Victor, New York 14564 585-223-7280 FOR HOURS AND DETAILS: www.coliescafe.com • Fast service with friendly smiles!

• Fruit, Soy & Protein Smoothies • Gluten choices & menu items under 600 calories

Character food with

Continuing our family legacy of outstanding customer service in a warm and friendly environment.

PARK AVENUE PITTSFORD

Stop in today for breakfast, lunch or dinner!

VICTOR

FLAT BREAD PIZZA • CLASSIC WRAPS & PANINI SOUPS & SANDWICHES • QUESADILLAS SPECIALTY COFFEES • GLUTEN-FREE CHOICES!

We handle all your catering needs, including fruit trays, boxed lunches and more!

G enesee B rew H o use 25 Cataract Street Rochester, New York 14605 585-263-9200 www.geneseebrewhouse.com

Lift your glasses in celebration Once a century-old packaging center, the Genesee Brew House has transformed the 9,200 square-foot space into a beer destination, featuring interactive exhibits, multimedia We've dedicated the Brew House to the hardworking people who have brewed our iconic beers for generations.

DAILY 11am - 9pm • Tours & Tastings • Restaurant and Bar • Gift Shop DOWNTOWN

When you walk through our doors, we hope you will get to know our brewers, learn how our beer is made and discover its history.

And while you're here, enjoy a nice cold Genesee Beer with a friend or two and lift your glasses in celebration. Because that's what the Genesee Brew House is all about.

Come and find out for yourself.

geneseebrewery

APPETIZERS • SALADS • SANDWICHES • BAR & GRILL • GROWLERS • PACKAGED BEER • TOURS

Sample • Dine • Drink • Tour • Shop GeneseeBrewHouse.com

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N E X T D OO R B A R & G R I LL 3220 Monroe Avenue Rochester, NY 14618 585-249-4575 FAX: 585-249-4578 www.nextdoorbarandgrill.com BAR Sunday-Thursday 4pm - 1am Friday-Saturday 4pm - 2am DINING ROOM Monday-Saturday 5pm - 10pm Sunday 5pm - 8pm • Complimentary valet parking • Groups welcome • Best of Rochester winner PITTSFORD

B acc o ’ s R ist o rante

BACCO’S RISTORANTE

263 Park Avenue Rochester, New York 14607 585-442-5090 baccosristorante.com TUESDAY-SATURDAY 5pm - 10pm

SERVING DINNER Tuesday-Saturday

Enjoy a truly memorable dining experience, with superior service,

• Authentic Italian Cuisine • Extensive Wine List • Daily Specials PARK AVENUE

in a charming and cozy ambiance where every dish is created using the finest and freshest ingredients.

We welcome all celebrations with special menus for any occasion

Your host

Giovanni La Gamba

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Park Avenue Pub & Restaurant

DISCOVER PARK AVE’S

Hidden Gem!

$22 Three Course Sample Menu

650 Park Avenue Rochester, New York 14607

To Start... Choose from a cup of soup,

585-461-4140 www.parkavepub.com

mixed green salad or roasted mushrooms over puff pastry with a parmesan cream sauce

The Main Course...Your choice of:

Tuesday-Thursday 5:30pm - 9pm

Shrimp French with rice and vegetable Penne pomodoro with tomato & basil Sautéed pork tenderloin with bleu cheese and a port wine demi glace Grilled 6oz bistro steak with a smoked bacon demi glace Potato and spinach crusted chicken breast with a parmesan cream sauce

Friday-Saturday 5:30pm - 10pm Sunday 5pm - 9pm Monday Closed TUESDAY-SUNDAY Bar open 5pm - 2am

For Dessert...Choose from

• Visit before or after theater • Filet & Crab Cake Sundays $22 • Amazing wine list

apple cobbler, vanilla bread pudding or frozen peanut butter pie with coffee or tea.

Items change frequently. Full menu always available.

Park Avenue Pub Restaurant

PARK AVENUE

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Fine Wine • Steak • Seafood • Pasta

Acanthus

A cant h us Café 337 East Avenue Rochester, NY 14604 585-319-5999 acanthuscafe.com

CAFÉ

MONDAY 8am - 4pm TUESDAY-WEDNESDAY 8am - 10pm THURSDAY 8am - 12am FRIDAY-SATURDAY 8am - 2am SUNDAY Closed • Extensive beer and wine list • Small Plate Lunch and Dinners • Relaxed Atmosphere EAST END

Beer and Wine, Coffee, Espresso, Tea, Breakfast, Lunch, Small-plate dinners in a relaxed atmosphere Taco Tuesdays $2 tacos 6-9pm

Pure Kona Poetry Wednesdays 7-10pm

Live Music Thursday & Friday Nights 20 CITY • RESTAURANT AND BAR GUIDE 2012

M a x S us h i & N o o d l es 350 Main Street East Rochester, NY 14604 585-713-1472 FAX: 585-697-0498 www.maxsushiandnoodles.com LUNCH 11am - 3pm TUESDAY-WEDNESDAY 5pm - 10pm THURSDAY-SATURDAY 5pm - 11pm • Take-out available • Catering and delivery • Private events (call 585-697-0491) DOWNTOWN

R o h rbac h B rewing C o .

3859 Buffalo Road Rochester, NY 14624 585-594-9800 FAX: 585-594-1960 www.rohrbachs.com Monday-Thursday 11am - Midnight Friday 11am - 1am Saturday 11:30am - 1am Sunday Closed • Groups welcome • Children-friendly • Best of Rochester winner

At our restaurant:

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• From scratch salads • Magnificent entrees • Authentic German dishes • Monthly food & beer pairing dinners • Rohrbach’s finest ales & lagers plus an extensive wine list

At our brewery: on Railroad Street near the Public Market • Tours • Sampling • Growlers • Host private parties in our Tasting Room ROCHESTERCITYNEWSPAPER.COM 21

R ist o rante Lucan o

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1815 East Avenue Rochester, New York 14610

& Specialty Shoppe

585-244-3460 www.ristorantelucano.com Wednesday-Friday Lunch: 11:30am - 2pm Tuesday-Saturday Dinner: 5pm - close • Catering and Private Parties

Molto Italiano Authentic Recipes Fresh Ingredients Friendly Service Delightful Atmosphere

EAST AVE/WINTON

RISTORANTE LUCANO’S

Specialty Shoppe is now open!

PROUDLY SERVING ROCHESTER Since 2000

TA N D OO R OF I N D I A 376 Jefferson Road Rochester, New York 14623 585-427-7080 www.tandoorofindia.com Open 7 Days Lunch Buffet 11:30am - 3pm Dinner 5pm - 10pm • Catering On and Off Site • Kid-Friendly • Take-Out Available

authentic

HENRIETTA

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indian cuisine

BUFFET: M-F $9.99 • SAT-SUN $10.99 TUESDAY NIGHT DINNER BUFFET $12.99

J o h nny ’ s P ub & G ri l l

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GREAT FOOD NIGHTLY 4-10PM

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OPEN DAILY AT 4 • FRI AT 2

FISH FRY FRIDAY

1382 Culver road Rochester, NY 14609 585-224-0990 www.johnnyslivemusic.com Monday-Thursday and Saturday-Sunday Opens at 4pm Friday Opens at 2pm

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SUPERB LIVE MUSIC

• Take-out available • Catering • Best of Rochester Winner Culver/Merchants

C H E C K O U T O U R C A L E N DA R AT JOHNNYSLIVEMUSIC.COM N E V E R A C OV E R

4-TIME WINNER OF CITY NEWSPAPER’S

BEST OF ROCHESTER ®

1382 CULVER ROAD (NEAR MERCHANTS) 224-0990

Pomodoro G ri l l & W ine B ar

Nestled in the heart of the Art Walk district on University Ave. and located in a historical industrial complex – Pomodoro Grill has been one of Rochester’s best kept secrets for nearly 20 years. Featuring an eclectic menu filled with the flavors of the Mediterranean with a modern twist, prepared and served by our dedicated staff- Pomodoro Grill is sure to please!

1290 University Ave. Rochester NY 14609 585-271-5000 3400 Monroe Ave. Rochester NY 14618 585-586-7000 www.mypomodoro.com LUNCH: MONDAY-FRIDAY 11:30am - 3pm DINNER: MONDAY-THURSDAY 4:30pm - 10pm FRIDAY-SATURDAY 4:30 - 11pm • Gourmet pastas, wood-fired pizzas, steaks, seafood & original entrées, with seasonal menu changes using locally grown ingredients

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1290 University Ave. | 585.271.5000 www.mypomodoro.com

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THE OLD TOAD AUTHENTIC BRITISH PUB 277 Alexander Street Rochester, New York 14607 585-232-2626 FAX: 585-232-9019 www.theoldtoad.com MONDAY-THURSDAY 11:30am - 12am

The Old Toad

FRIDAY 11:30am - 1am

is a true British pub

SATURDAY 12pm - 1am

— OFFERING —

SUNDAY 5pm - 10pm

a warm & friendly atmosphere along with a huge selection of

• A Pub from there, over here • Authentic homemade pub fare • A staff of British students

INTERNATIONAL & MICRO BEERS, WINES & SPIRITS

EAST END

Not to mention great food

(including many vegetarian options)

prepared in-house by our

— BRITISH STAFF —

JOIN US FOR

a meal, a pint, & a game of darts

S A L E N A’ S 302 N. Goodman Street at The Village Gate Rochester, NY 14607 585-256-5980 FAX: 585-698-1889 www.salenas.com Tuesday-Thursday 11:30 - 10pm Friday-Saturday 11:30am - 11pm

AUTHENTIC MEXICAN CUISINE

Sunday-Monday Closed • Catering Available • After-Theatre Dining • Serving over 150 Tequilas Neighborhood of The Arts

BEST OF ROCHESTER ® WINNER 6 YEARS IN A ROW 2007-2012

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