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3 Rochester Public Market, Rochester, NY 14609 (585) 413-0825 velvet-belly.com Chef Jeremy Nucelli brings trendy coastal cuisine to the Rochester Public Market, with whimsical and fun-loving cocktails to match. Read more: Velvet Belly will reel you in at the Rochester Public Market
21.12.2024
247 N. Goodman St., Rochester, NY 14607(585) 206-8611carnegiecellars.com This wine bar and kitchen across from Village Gate serves wine, entrees, dessert, and even cappuccino in its relaxed dining room. Shared plates include an intriguing olive oil flight with bread as well as other tapas items like mussels with tomato confit. Read more: Carnegie Cellars uncorks the ultimate wine bar experience
17.12.2024
3450 Winton Pl., Rochester, NY 14623(585) 667-0954theoldfarmcafe.com Blending great food with a unique theatrical experience, The Old Farm Cafe transports guests to a captivating and calming barnyard, giving the feeling of enjoying a sunny summer day. Stop in for handcrafted caffeinated drinks and unique beverages. A wide range of meals and pastries for breakfast and brunch will give you a hearty…
17.12.2024
2 East Main St., Victor, NY 14564 (585) 869-5009 sweetbasilcafemenu.com (585)'s Naz Banu writes that every dish she has tried here is "both tasty and true to its roots." Sweet Basil Cafe offers Cambodian, Korean, Thai, and Vietnamese dishes and does justice to each region's diverse cuisine. Read more: Sweet Basil Cafe takes taste buds on a delectable tour across…
16.12.2024
45 Rochester Public Market, Rochester, NY 14609(585) 504-4617public-provisions.com Cafe by day, full-service restaurant by night, Public Provisions has something for everyone. It boasts an array of baked goods from Flour City Bread Co., alcoholic and caffeinated beverages, and elevated entrees.  Read more: Public Provisions breaks bread and boundaries at Rochester Public Market
16.12.2024
181 Monroe Ave., Rochester, NY 14607 (585) 454-3510 rellarochester.com This is Mark Cupolo's down-the-street sister restaurant to the beloved Rocco, "with a focus on fresh seafood and small plates." Rella feels like the bow of a ship with a large, triangle-shaped bar that spans the entire room, and where executive chef Cruz Nieves and his team of impressive cooks prepare…
13.12.2024
352 N. Goodman St., Rochester, NY 14607 (585) 670-6683 chortkegrill.com After pivoting from fast casual to fine dining, Chortke has been wowing Village Gate diners with its stunning interiors and fantastically prepared Persian-inspired dishes. Grilled saffron chicken wings, an utterly unique beet salad, and a smoky and moist kubideh kebab are just a few of the many options on the…
13.12.2024
277 Alexander St., Rochester, NY 14607 (585) 325-6555 shema-sushi.com Fine dining columnist Ashley Mason describes Shema Sushi as a "calming sanctuary tucked away in the East End" with "elegantly executed Japanese dishes." Shema serves traditional sushi rolls and Japanese entrees created by trained sushi artist Young Choi, who combines years of experience and knowledge into his beautifully created original dishes.…
13.12.2024
3349 Monroe Ave., Rochester, NY 14618 (585) 710-4900 rosierestaurant.com Rosie brings the best of South Asian cuisine to Rochester. Whether you're in the mood for beef, chicken, lamb, seafood, or veggies, this restaurant has it all and more. Read more: Rosie Nepalese & Indian Cuisine makes must-try momos and so much more
12.12.2024
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