We hosted an incredible baby shower in the Blades event space this past weekend! Everything was great from top to bottom - from the helpful staff to the stunning space to the delicious food. The event space is not visible from the diner or dinner spaces. You can either walk through the Bar & Grill OR drive around to the back of the plaza and enter through the space directly. This is a hidden gem and an awesome space to host all kinds of events from corporate parties to showers to smaller weddings. We had 70 people fitting quite comfortably, though I am not sure what their max capacity is. We opted for buffet style and enjoyed ciabatta chicken sandwiches (my fave thing?), broccoli & vodka sauce pasta, potatoes, bacon, caesar salad, an omelette station, and MORE. We did a mimosa consumption bar as well, and I believe there is a per person bar option available. The space itself is bursting with natural light and there is a ton of parking in both the front and back of the plaza. One sticking point would be that, unless you make it super clear on your invitations where to park and where to enter, guests will be coming in from allllll over the place - back of diner, front of diner, actual event space, etc. We had to place a bunch of people/greeters around to ensure people knew how to get to the space. Not a huge deal but be prepared should you plan to take advantage of the event space. read more

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A group of friends and I decided to check this spot out for brunch. Arriving at an odd time, we agreed to do lunch. Interior: something I'm big on. Definitely a highlight of this establishment. The modern, warm, and cozy feel of the restaurant, complemented by vintage blades, saws, and wooden accents. We had a view of the fireplace directly in front of our table. A few couches are placed in front of the fireplace as well. The bar, the dining area, the outside patio; I wanted to experience it all! Food: So I'm more of a breakfast/brunch type of guy. I always struggle with making a lunch selection. Since I was in the mood for pasta, I decided to go with the Linguini del Mar. DELICIOUS & filling! I did have to add a dash of salt and pepper but this didn't knock down my ranking of the dish. Food presentation was top-notch, especially for a quick lunch dish. Bathroom: Clean! It also matched the interior of the restaurant which is always a plus. But what really stood out to me was the Listerine pump! Yes, Blades has a gallon listerine dispenser with disposable, cone-shaped cups. Round of applause for that added amenity Cons: We asked for a basket of bread for the table to go with our pasta dishes. In about 2 minutes, we were brought a plate of four pieces of cheesy garlic bread. It was cold. Like came out of the fridge 10 min ago cold. Maybe this is how it's normally served here? Not sure. My next return will be for brunch. Blades for Brunch! ;) read more

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"Breakfast is always better with Guns & Roses" Blades is new-ish. Although if you tell an old-timer that you're going there, afore described old timer will wax reminiscent about some other former diner/restaurant called Blades, in the same building, where Pomodoro is now, that was "the place to be." True to its name, there are blades, blades everywhere, on the wall, on another wall, on a third wall. If vampires ever decide to try to take over Blades, they're have a rude awakening when the patrons, bikers and truckers all, take the blades off of the wall at Blades and use the blades to decaffeinate the afore described vampires. Really, former place was, and the current place is, called "Blades" because it is in the old Huther Brothers Saw manufacturing plant. Our waitress informed us that there were just tons of old saws and blades in the basement, and also people around the community maybe donated some? There were also lots of TVs in the place, which seemed a little off. Huge windows look out onto University Avenue, so you can snicker at the people stuck in traffic while you eat. But, lo! you are oblivious to the fact that you'll soon be joining them. But, haha! you'll have a stomachful of the sub-sequentially-described foods. Anyway, if you look at Yelp, you'll see two things that you NEED to order. So we did: The Abocado: bacon, avocado, and Monterey Jack topped with sour cream. It was hearty and delicious. It was very savory, not too bacony (happily). You millennials out there will appreciate the avocado. Because you like anything avocado, right? All it has to have is avocado and you'll go hog wild. I betcha didn't even realize that it's spelled "abocado" with a "b" as the second letter, didja? We think that b is for bacon. Or the Qwerty-keyboard user's finger slipped and like just keeps slipping? Side note: the potato add-on was a wise choice, but they were a little underdone (par exemple, my fork failed to penetrate one of the potatoes and the afore described potato went a-flyin'). Good, but not quite as good as the best potatoes anyone has ever had ever ever (i.e. Shmeg's). Side side note note: English muffin. The Lemon Ricotta Pancakes: marinated berries, creamy lemon curd, topped with fresh ricotta. The waitress said that there was ricotta in the pancakes. We could not tell whether the pancakes were, in fact, normal pancakes, or whether they had stuff in them, because the lemon curd, even when scraped off, left a lemony flavour. The lemon curd was not too sweet. It reminds one of a little lemon tea cake. Or, better yet, of those lemon girl scout cookies. (As we all know, ABC Bakers supplies most of the girl scout cookies in the Rochester area; their lemon cookie is called the Lemonade). The berries were tart and well-placed; their habitation in the centre of the pancake-on-pancake-on-pancake means that the devourer can elect to have lemon-curd-only bites around the edges, while working closer and closer and closer towards berry Armageddon in the core (berry-geddon). Order these, fo sho. There was real maple syrup provided in a little petri dish, but seriously, bro, none was necessary because of the afore described curd and berries. Blades restaurant. Or diner? Just Blades? Blades [insert thing] is a great place for breakfast. With 10 as a must-eat, this eatery rates a 9. Don't Miss: The two things we described afore. Pro Tip: A new one just opened up in Pittsford, too! read more

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I'm very into this place. It totally fills a void in the immediate area in terms of providing a good brunch / breakfast spot where you can bring friends and/or family, helping to establish the neighborhood feel that is developing around University and Culver. They were a little backed up in terms of orders, but our waitress was super attentive and accommodating, and I wasn't left unsatisfied in terms of service. The food (and menu) was great, very inspired and elevated, yet sensible and not hard to wrap one's mind around. I enjoyed a quinoa bowl (one of numerous very welcome bowls on the menu) and my GF enjoyed lemon ricotta pancakes. Both were fantastic and made our visit very worthy of a repeat. The place has a "blade" motif in terms of the decorations, which is interesting and adds to the "edgy" appeal (ha ha ha). Overall, I feel like this place strikes a good balance between classy/upscale, down-to-earth/unpretentious, and artsy/interesting. The menu is definitely top notch for a brunch/lunch oriented spot in Rochester, particularly in terms of the immediate area, and I will definitely come back. Very much worth checking out! read more

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So I've never been here before but I think I will give it another go and an updated review. I guess this was another restaurant and I did not go to this spot either. This place is deceiving in the fact how big it is and the outdoor space in the back... I was here for a group lunch.. the inside is full of soft colors and when the light streams in it's really pleasant. Maybe it's just me but I'm not a big fan of tv in a restaurant setting. If your bar is separate fine but... Staff was around but since we were with a group no one really told us.. ok if you want an ice tea or a cocktail go up to the bar or ask staff. The table was set beautifully but it did look like our group put out some sunflowers and etc seems cool that you an do that. The food was pretty good the Italian Wedding Soup need something (salt? Maybe some Parmesan) and the mixed green salad with mushrooms, craisons and bacon was good with the side of dressing. Our sandwiches were on soft focaccia bread with turkey, lettuce, tomato, mustard (not my personal favorite but it worked) and gruyere cheese..it was good but this too needed something. Coffee was fresh... All in all a pretty place, food seems good but I would need to come again and update my review.. read more

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A girlfriend and I headed here when the place we initially wanted to go wasn't going to work. We started with drinks but their tap menu was not updated and they were out of three listed, including the one I ordered. I switched to a red wine, which was ok. Our appetizer was their Brie was delicious, though a little heavy on the balsamic. My burger really fell short. I order it medium and I considered it well done. To their credit they offered dessert (which we were not interested in) on the house and took it off the bill, but it was disappointing. read more

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Just came here for happy hour on a Friday. I had never been here before, even when it was Pomodoro. I was really impressed with all the outdoor seating. The other reason this place gets 4 stars for happy hour - they had FREE NACHOS. Doesn't get better than that. I wasn't able to try any of the food but I will be back! read more

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Alright, nothing to write home about. I might have been convinced to give one additional star expect for the fact that the wait at Blades, despite having been open long enough to create an efficient work flow by now, was very very long. It appeared that they did not have enough kitchen staff to keep up with the amount of people streaming in. This could be due to normal Sunday brunch traffic (as I expect there would be a wait almost anywhere decent for brunch on a Sunday morning), compounded by Park Ave Fest, but it does seem like even one extra person in the kitchen would have helped them a lot. The staff was friendly, my mimosa was decent, and the food was good. Recommendations from my table: Norwegian or Abocado omelets, or the frittata. If I had to make one suggestion it would be to butter the toast a little bit better. I honestly couldn't tell if mine had ever been buttered since it was so dry. If dry toast is not your thing, make sure you ask for some butter, otherwise there are jelly options at the table. I have to say, the frittata looked amazing, and I would probably order that if I return. It's a massive serving and you could easily get two meals from it. Overall, the food was good, so I cannot say I won't be back, but if you're in a rush or very hungry and in need of immediate sustenance, I don't know that you will enjoy the Blades experience. Only come here if you're wanting to have a leisurely meal, sip a bloody mary or mimosa, and have at least an hour (probably more like an hour and a half) to spend. read more

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Incredible brunch and space!!! We started with sake Bloody Mary's that were smooth, light and refreshing. Definitely not your typical bloody, but satisfying nonetheless! The Big Easy was perhaps the best Eggs Benedict dish I've ever had. I found myself closing my eyes with each bite trying not to moan aloud...lol. Soooo good! The Norwegian was chalk full of flavor as well with salmon and capers. Roasted potatoes were a $2.50 up-charge and I'd say order another cocktail instead....just not seasoned and crisp enough to be worth the extra money. I finished the meal with a sunset mimosa which was the perfect dessert!! I look forward to returning soon! Phenomenal meal and service! read more

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Bladessssss. Blades was cool. Blades didn't blow my mind, but Blades was cool. I'd heard that it was a great brunch place, and I can certainly attest to that. But between all the TVs and the different jelly varieties on the table, it just really pushed that diner vibe. It's definitely more upscale than your average diner, though. As for the food, I was reaaaaaaally disappointed in the shocking lack of vegetarian menu items. There were a few, and of course you can always request a dish without meat, but I really did struggle in picking something to eat! There were many dishes in which it required you to select your choice of meat, and it would have really made an impression if there was some sort of vegetarian option! Tofu, seitan, anything - just to make more of the menu items more inclusive. I will say though that the items we ended up getting were pretty delicious. The Big Easy Benediction (minus chorizo) was really, really good. Flavors were awesome and great presentation. I imagine it'd be even better with the side of potatoes. We decided to get one breakfast item and one lunch item, so the other thing we got was The Infantino burger - made with bean and quinoa. What I liked most about this vegetarian burger was that it was more of a Middle Eastern flavor and just something DIFFERENT. That's hard to find in veggie burgers. Nice spot for breakfast or lunch, especially for larger parties, as it's a pretty big space. The food is very well prepared, but I'm not sure that anything will be dragging me back anytime soon! read more

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Came in 10 minutes before the end of brunch (I suck, I know) on the brink of being hangry. I left with a smile on my face, a full belly, leftovers, and plans to return. I fully expect to get crappy service and less than fresh food when coming in for brunch so late, but that was not my experience here. Service was prompt, and came with a smile. But after my first bite, I had to pause to stop my eyes from rolling in the back of my head. THE FOOD IS SO GOOD. I knew right then that this place belonged on my short list of brunch spots. The quality for the price is unmatched in my experience in Rochester. Actually, the food here far surpasses much more expensive restaurants in the area. On our way out, the chef made sure to ask us about our meal. As someone who used to work in the service industry, that really put the cherry on top for me. read more

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I was excited to see the progress of Blades moving toward opening. I'm a proud North Winton Villager and walk my dog by the restaurant a few times a week. It was excited to see a new place open up, and I'm glad to see that they are doing something different that the rest of the places nearby. We finally got a chance to meet at Blades for breakfast with a few friends on a Sunday morning. We arrived during a bit of a rush and they were honest that the kitchen was running slow and that it would be a few minutes to sit, but shortly after we got a table. Drinks and our first coffee came quickly. It took a long time for the food to arrive, and while it was fairly busy the kitchen was running slowly. I'll say that that's a big difference between expectations for me between breakfast and lunch. I expect breakfast to be fast! When the food arrived I was pleasantly surprised by a lot of the dishes. The breakfast potatoes are out of this world! I could eat those every day. My partner ordered eggs over medium and noted that they were perfectly cooked, and this is not always the case. I had the Power Bowl, which was a super, super lot of chia seeds topped with another ample amount of granola, and then topped with a small amount of fresh fruit. Everything was tasty and fresh, but I wish the ratios had been a bit different. I'll be back to Blades for sure, and know that the service will improve. This is the same team from Saha Grill which I loved, and I'm excited to see Blades perfect the game in the months ahead. read more

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We had a very good brunch here. I had the avocado and bacon omelet which was basically a bacon and cheese omelet with pico de gallo and sour cream on top. Quite tasty. And my table-mate had French toast and eggs Benedict. The hollandaise sauce apparently left something to be desired. But he said the French toast was very good. I really liked my toast actually. The wheat variety. They chose to serve a hearty bread, which is a pleasant surprise. Most places just go for the cheap soft wheat. Atmosphere was pleasant. Our waitress was professional and kind. I'd recommend this place to a friend for a solid happy experience. read more

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I would definitely come back. I gotta say I am more than happy with my choice. I had the big easy Benedict and my friend got the lemon ricotta pancake. I enjoy salty food compared to sweet so it was a great combination to eat a couple bites of pancakes as a dessert. I really like the presentation of the food and also tastes good! The portion is really filling so come on an empty stomach! Pro: decent prices, presentation of food, taste of the food, variety of options, dogs allowed Con: a bit of a wait since it's busy read more

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First time at Blades today for brunch and it was just ok. I liked the atmosphere as it had an upscale, trendy diner vibe. It's all one open space so it was very loud but it didn't bother us. The bubbly blonde host was very sweet and sat my friend and I promptly. It took a while for our waitress to come over to greet us and take our order though... and we were just dying for our first cup of coffee! We ordered the Super Bowl and the Lemon Ricotta Pancakes. The food was okay but nothing that overwhelmed either of us. The best part was the warmed fruit on the pancakes though - it was pretty tasty. We weren't checked on for coffee warm ups or water refills until we got our food and then could ask for it. We also saw two tables that were bigger parties come in after us, eat, pay and then the tables were re-sat with new people who got mimosas before we could even get our check which was a bit frustrating. Will I be back? Probably - but maybe not on a busy weekend. read more

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First time at Blades diner for breakfast. Saturday morning at 10 a.m. I was worried it would be a wait, we sat right down and there was lots of open space. Blades diner opened in July it's possible it's just not known yet. Plenty of seating, booths, tables and a large counter and bar seating. There is a waiting area if needed in the area between the diner and the bar and grill with complimentary coffee. I love the decor and the open kitchen. We were seated immediately and our server greeted us and served us coffee within minutes. The menu is a good size but not huge. Our party of three had Chicken & Waffles with siracha honey glaze, Classic Eggs Benedict with roasted potatoes with added pepper and onions and a frittata with ciabatta toast. They have flavored cream for the coffee which we always like. They tableware is nice, stemmed water glasses, real heavy silverware and nice napkins. I could see part of our order sitting up under the heat lamps for 10 minutes so that was concerning. It was the chicken and waffles and my husband said he couldn't tell when eating it. He really enjoyed the meal especially the fluffiness of the waffle. My Mother's frittata covered the entire plate and she took a good portion home. My Eggs Benedict was good although next time I'll try something else. Prices were fair, our total before tip was $50 for 3 meals and 3 coffees. They also offer mimosas, maybe next time! I will go back for sure, the location is great for us. They also have a good amount of seating in the front on the outdoor patio. We will also come back and try the bar and grill. I've been back twice more and I'm sorry to say it just isn't as great as I was hoping. Food is just ok. Servers always seem stressed and it wasn't even busy. It's pretty pricey for breakfast. Today I had French Toast and sausage my daughter has the Açaí bowl and toast, 1 coffee and 1 juice and it was $32 before tip. I keep wanting to like it more than I do. read more

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A great new breakfast place just up the street from the East Avenue Wegmans. We stopped in on a Sunday morning around 1030 - ended up waiting for 20 minutes for a table but it was well worth the wait. The adults had the bacon avocado omelette and the Italian frittata while the kiddos enjoyed the French toast and pancakes. It's not a place to go if you're in a hurry but the time is well spent as the food was delivered hot and very delicious. And did I mention the mimosas ?! read more

Blades Bar & Grill - The bacon avocado omelette. Awesome ! - Bars Near Me - Rochester, New York

I had never been to Blades and never heard about it till I was driving down University and saw a huge sign for it. I decided to try it out and stop by for brunch with my boyfriend on a Sunday afternoon. We each got the chicken and waffles (we normally order different things) but could help it when we read it came with a honey sriracha sauce. It was delicious! I've had a million different chicken and waffles from all over town, priced high and low. But this dish was absolutely delicious, a great portion, and priced so affordable. Thank you chefs and staff at Blades. You guys will see be back very soon! read more

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I've been looking for a good brunch place with a nice patio close to my house, this is all of those things but as a newly opened restaurant I think there are some growing pains they're still working out. Service was pretty slow but I got the feeling that was more because of a slow kitchen than the actual servers. Our server was funny, competent, and engaging without being overbearing. She came, she served, she joked and she zoomed off again, it was lovely. The food: my over medium eggs were slightly overcooked and a little tough but not terribly so. Bacon was cooked perfectly for me, and the lemon ricotta pancakes had an amazing flavor but, again, an odd texture. They had a consistency similar to crepes but were too thick to actually be crepes and too thin to be pancakes. I know ricotta will change the texture but I've had lemon ricotta pancakes before that were incredibly thick and fluffy, these were thin, heavy and kind of chewy. They were still good, but in spite of the texture rather than because of it. I'll definitely return and look forward to seeing this place settle in and get all their systems and their kitchen up to full potential, I think they've really got something good here once they do. read more

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A really great spot for breakfast or lunch. All the breakfast dishes you want, but really well done, and presented beautifully in a bright airy room with an open kitchen. Lots of parking, and the coffee keeps flowing. read more

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I attended a retirement party in their back room, the way back room....keep going a little farther back. There was a full bar, plenty of attentive staff and a manager visible. Their pizza was addictive, fried ravioli crisp, chicken skewers were flavorful and tender. I thought it was a great venue and space. They have multiple options, there was a smaller gathering in another private room and tables set up in the main dining room for another party. read more

With extreme disappointment over the lack of Customer Service and failing to Acknowledge customers waiting to be seated. Instead the two female waitresses chose to clear off tables ignoring waiting patrons. This establishment used to be one of our favorite lunch establishments. The Pittsford location displays a sign on the door temporarily closed. It is likely with this service that they will be next. read more

This spot has been on my list for brunch for a while now, but lunch is what brought me here first. Their menu is expansive so it was tough to decide between breakfast or lunch options available at the time. I often judge a place on how good their burger is and Blades offers up a good one! Although, where's the basic "American burg" option? Their list consisted of some serious toppings, but sometimes a basic burg is all ya need. I went with the simplest option - the doover - lettuce, tomato, onion straws, bbq bacon, cheddar, and mayo. They grill and butter the bun, the meat is good quality and the burger was cooked perfectly medium to my request. The BBQ bacon was a delicious touch and the mayo added a hint of creaminess. Every bite came together well! The space itself has an upscale diner vibe to it with a mix of booths and table seating. The whole front part of the restaurant is windows, offering a lot of good light, and the back is an open view of the kitchen. They also have a few TVs with a variety of things playing. When we visited Food Network was on and I loved it! read more

Brunch was my first visit. I was very disappointed in the food and the price that came along with it. The service was great and there is complimentary coffee while you wait which is awesome! I got the lox and bagels and based off my picture you can see that there was barely any cream cheese on it, the onions still had the peel on it, and it came with 5 capers for the whole meal! I probably will not be back for the lack of effort put into my meal. The service saved the experience. read more

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When visiting diners in the afternoon the dire question is always brunch or lunch??? After weighing all my options, which there was plenty of at Blades, I decided to go in the lunch direction. I ordered an open-faced chicken salad melt and it came with all the fixings. I also opted for the fries just because the soups were not my favorite. The sandwich was a little tricky to eat because it was open-faced, but hey, sometimes you gotta work for it! The flavor was definitely all there and I fully enjoyed it - I even brought some home. I will definitely be back for brunch! I can't wait to try their lemon ricotta pancakes. The location was also convenient with plenty of parking, which is always a plus in my book! read more

Whatever kinks that this place may have had early on have been worked out thoroughly so hope they keep up the good work. Sunday brunch here is no joke. Try to get there early or expect a wait. I never wait for brunch because I think there are just too many options around town but their setup having a waiting area just outside the restaurant with free coffee was hard to turn down. Also it wasn't a bad wait..maybe 20 mins at around 11am sunday. Our waitress Aurora was so charming and pleasant even though it was blatantly obvious they did not have adequate wait staff. She moved so fast , she seemed to be in 3 places at once, but was still attentive and high energy. The vibe is here loud, with music blaring and Tvs. A bit much stimulus for a lazy sunday morning, but I'm glad they are popular. The menu is the perfect size and we went with the abrocado (avocado, bacon omelette) as well as some kind of frittata.. maybe farmhouse? Both dishes were cooked perfectly. Avocado, pico de gallo and salsa on a bacon omelette was new to me, but the flavors blended together so well and follow Bo's advice. Upcharge to the breakfast potatoes as a side. Mine were crispy salty heaven. The frittata is made to order as evidenced by our request that mushrooms be omitted. This space has been home to some failed eateries, I really hope Blades can stay awhile. read more

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One of my very good friends took me to Blades for brunch/lunch to celebrate my birthday in June. I'm sorry I was remiss in writing this until now. First, let me explain just how artistically and eclectically the place is decorated. I'm born and raised in Rochester, and yet I was unaware that Blades occupies the space that was once Huther Brother's Saw Manufacturing plant. Hence, the framed art on the wall that contains old saws, blades, etc along with an article near the door which describes the factory. Pretty cool. The decor is the most pleasing shade of green on the walls, with accents of espresso-colored tables and chairs, etc. Very nice. Now, onto the menu! It has some very different items, but the one that caught my eye and I chose were the lemon-blueberry pancakes. They were big, light, fluffy and came with the most amazing bit of lemon curd cream drizzled on top. I truly wanted to lick the dish, and had I not been in public, I might have done just that! Our server was a very cute young woman, vivacious and happy to explain any item on the menu, and eager to tell us when asked, which were her favorites and why. Very helpful. Blades Bar and Grill recently purchased Pomodoro's, so the Blades upfront which we ate at has limited hours, encouraging those that come later to eat at the new Blades Bar and Grill. But I can't wait to return to Blades and start experiencing new and different entrees. I hope you find this review helpful and will check this place out for yourself. It's worth it. read more

Was surprised by the large brunch menu! There was so much to choose from that sounded delicious (I have to try the lemon ricotta pancakes next time). Had the açaí smoothie bowl which was HUGE! All my friends enjoyed their plates as well as I. Unique mimosa options such as grapefruit juice, lemonade, etc. We sat inside and it was very loud from the open kitchen (plus blenders running). Service was great even though they were super busy. Will be back again! read more

I really wanted to like Blades! Sunday brunch is very busy and that might be why the food wasn't great. Lemon ricotta pancakes were gummy and just not good. Frittata was cold, toast was cold, scrambled eggs were just okay - almost over cooked. Rib eye steak medium was well. Although over cooked it was good. Potatoes just okay. So many good offerings but those we choose were just not good. Atmosphere and the location are great. Coffee was great too. Might be worth a second try but on a less busy day. read more

We love Blades for breakfast! Their bread is phenomenal, the Abocado is the best omelet, coffee is always great. Servers are always great and we've been going for years. Love it there. read more

So I hesitated to give this place a review as I don't really like giving bad reviews. Prices here are decent, and food not bad at all if you don't mind waiting 45 minutes for eggs. Service was EXTREMELY slow. Had to ask for more coffee and tea and 2 glasses of water, which at most places it's a given. Thankful we enjoyed our food as no one asked or checked to see if we needed anything else. We stared at the messy tables for over 20 minutes as each server walked past not wanting to take responsibility over cleaning them. I have high hopes for this place and may give it a second chance in the far future. read more

Before Blades, this place was Saha. Same owner. Saha food was good but we never got what we ordered. We usually did take out. When we opened it at work , it was not what we ordered. Could never figure that out even with firm instructions about preparation. Today's visit for breakfast was another screw up. Come on. How can you screw up eggs? It wasn't crowded, just 4 tables occupied. If a customer requests their eggs a certain way, why can't they get what they ordered? With just 4 tables occupied, it took a half hour for our wrong eggs to arrive. read more

This is a great brunch/lunch that has been off my radar until now. It is conveniently located with a large parking spot and outdoor seating when the weather is nice. I arrived for brunch around 10:30, the wait time was 20 minutes, but it was actually shorter. Coffee was served outside while waiting. The waitress was friendly and the food was delicious. I got the lemon ricotta pancakes which were delicious!! The fruit on top added extra flavor and the lemon was subtle but just enough. I got three pancakes which were filling. The menu has a lot of great options, and I hope to return soon to try out other items! read more

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What terrible service we waited over an hour to be seated first another table was seated ahead of us no problem larger party then the hostess attempts to do it again! I spoke up she seats us along with the other party only to send the server to the other table We left no plans of returning!!!!!!!!!!! read more

The food and service was excellent! Even though they were only supposed to accommodate a party of six they made sure that me and my party felt welcome. The mimosas were delicious and the chicken and waffles was to die for read more

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Still excellent! Stopped in for lunch and the quality speaks for itself. The food is delicious. We tried the Chicken Pesto panini and the lunch food is fantastic like the breakfast! read more

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I did not get it. I'd had it a couple of times at different places. I just did not get the whole chicken and waffles thing. Two weeks ago, I was already to get the lemon ricotta pancakes, but while we were waiting a plate of chicken and waffles passed on the way to someone's table, and thought, hmm. Third time's a charm or else they just make them better at Blades than the other places I've been. They were worth the 45 minute wait to be seated and the very slow but cheerful service. We also ordered the avocado toast which was very good. Mimosa was perfect. Definitely will be going back. read more

Blades Bar & Grill - Bars Near Me - Rochester, New York

If you loves Eggs Benedict this is a place for you! Had the big easy with the chorizo and the flavors were great! Service is a bit slow sadly. We waited over 30 minutes just for breakfast. A hard thing to want to wait awhile for. Cute little place but they have a few things to figure out still. read more

Came here because we heard it was the new hot brunch spot in town! I got chicken and waffles and the lemon ricotta pancakes. I didn't get a photo of the chicken and waffles but they were delicious ! The pancakes were also very very good ! The place is cute and the kitchen is open so everything is in one room. Parking is good as they have their own parking lot. Would come here again to try their eggs Benedict ! read more

Blades Bar & Grill - Bars Near Me - Rochester, New York

I've only been here once and I'd like to give it another try, for sure. I went there when it was warm outside and the atmosphere was awesome. The front of the restaurant is lined with windows and so they have tons of light. They have an adorable outside patio with lots of seating. They had a few doors open so, even though we were eating inside, it kind of felt like we were outside. I had a grilled chicken, pesto sandwich. It was decent. The chicken was very thick and I wish they had sliced it or butterfly cut it. My friend had an omelette. She said it was good, but one thing I couldn't help but notice was that the whole outside of her omelette was browned. To me that says overcooked. The service was ok. The servers seemed stretched thin-like maybe a few didn't show up for work that day. The restaurant is clean and cute. I will definitely give it another try. read more