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    Brown Hound Downtown

    4.2 (194 reviews)
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    Moderate noise
    Classy
    Dogs allowed
    Outdoor seating

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    Karen S.

    I have loved the brunch here in the past. Recently they began opening for dinner. They are under new ownership. My friends and I went and we were not very impressed. Our food was just ok. They have fancy light-up menus and their plating is pretty, but the food is just ok. I got the Chimichurri Skirt Steak and it wasn't good. I had them box it up to go and I threw it away. I will go try brunch again but I won't go there for dinner. I hate having to say this.

    French toast with eggs and sausage
    Sydeen G.

    Food was delicious even though we came the last 30 minutes. The servers still showed amazing quality, most places stop caring when it's close to closing time. The aura is always amazing here and I most definitely will be coming back.

    Biscuits and gravy topped with eggs and served with house potatoes
    Gino W.

    I keep forgetting how Rochester underwent a Renaissance since I left. This restaurant was not on the landscape 30 years ago. So, when friends offered it up as a suggestion, I figured I would try it out. The biscuits and gravy with house potatoes were just what I needed. One friend had eggs, potatoes, and sausage. Another friend had chicken and waffles. We left thoroughly satisfied. Brown Hound is a small spot, and I am sure they may pack out for brunch. They are certain on my encore list for next time when I fly back to Rochester.

    Cranberry Elderflower
    Sara D.

    Left work and ended here late lunch, waited a few minutes and was seated by the balcony with views of the gallery. Cranberry Elderflower for a drink, and Loco Moco for Brunch. The drink has Champagne, Elderflower Liqueur, Cranberry Juice, refreshing. The Moco Loco over Rice, Pork Belly and Fried Eggs, Toast, very good for Brunch. It had slivers of Jalapeño for a slight heat. Service attentive, nice ambiance.

    Cranberry elderflower mimosa
    Emily K.

    What a cute spot for brunch! It's a small cafe located inside the Memorial Art Museum. I would highly recommend a reservation, especially on the weekends. We had a reservation before attending a show at the Auditorium theater, but there was a wait as we were leaving. Our waitress was very pleasant and attentive. We started with rounds of coffee, tea and mimosas. I had heard the French toast casserole was good, so I went with that. It did not disappoint! It was so sweet and decadent. Like having dessert for breakfast. My mom had the chicken and waffles. Not the best chicken and waffles I've ever had, but there was a good balance of sweet and savory. Overall we enjoyed our meal and experience and would definitely go back!

    The welcoming interior.
    William P.

    A beautiful spot in a museum, a solid service staff, and quality food (and coffee) makes for an enjoyable and satisfying experience. Oddly enough, I found it difficult to locate breakfast establishments in the Neighborhood of the Arts, but on Sundays, this is Brown Hound is definitely the place to go. I had an absolutely wonderful and serene meal, and from looking at the other diners, they were all happy as well.

    Drawing toy
    Alan C.

    Do you remember when brunch was something where people went to a swanky spot that's unique and enjoyed yummy breakfast/lunch with maybe a beverage? Good music, the hum of conversation, that Sunday relaxed vibes..... well you'll find that at Brown Hound. My 4 year old wanted chicken and waffles and we've tried most of the spots in town but never Brown Hound.... My mistake! The chicken and waffles was yummy and tasted very clean and freshly made. Coffee was good, table service was really nice too. The people that work here are lovely, the ambience is really relaxed vibes and almost a text book definition of brunch, but not chaotic and crammed. Maude was super helpful and set us up with a cool low tech etch a sketch style drawing tablet (not a smart device) and my daughter was totally absorbed drawing till the food came out. At the of the meal my daughter was given a little mystery treasure egg choice with a small toy inside. 2 totally unexpected touches that totally made the visit that more memorable! 10 minutes into getting here a guy starts playing easy listening/jazz on a guitar and I felt like I was having a bougie brunch with my 4 year old. Thoroughly recommend for brunch and will try the dinner menu another time

    Unexpected pleasure at the Brown Hound Downtown during the MAG Sale--fab food--french fries esp--, mimosas, a jazz band with a sax! And superb service. When my cousin wanted to sit downstairs near the band the handsome host and barista gave us table service at the coffee bar. We are coming again!

    French toast
    Andrew D.

    tldr: Excellent brunch, charming museum atmosphere, friendly staff- nothing more to want! Nestled in the classy yet cozy atmosphere of the MAG, the Brown Hound Downtown serves hearty American brunches with elegant twists. The biscuits and gravy is to die for, with an ever crispy biscuit that pulls its weight under the savory goodness of the gravy. I also recommend the chicken and waffles, which comes with thick Belgian waffles- an innovation I can never come back from. It's topped off with a spicy syrup that exclaims the perfectly crispy chicken. With staff that always seems friendly and accommodating, I can't recommend this place more for a classy but unpretentious brunch!

    Kevin G.

    I got lucky finding this place! Was looking for a great brunch spot and checked a ton of reviews before finding this gem. This place sits inside the museum (that looks like a castle from the outside). It's very quaint and cozy, plus they had a jazz band playing. It's preferred to make reservations. It was just me and I looked underdressed to be eating here (jeans and t-shirt). The host, however, did not care and was awesome. I mean, this guy was one of the best hosts I've ever met. And I can't recall his name! Seriously, made my visit awesome. The dude needs a raise! I got seated upstairs near a tiny bar area. I was semi-disappointed that they didn't have the salmon waffles I saw online (but it was a photo from 3 years ago). My waitress was great and the coffee she brought was really good. I opted for the chicken and waffles. My only complaint here is that the chicken was a bit harder than normal to cut into. Other than that, it was awesome! It's served with lots of fruit on top, a gooey sweet waffle, sriracha strawberry spread, maple syrup and a light dusting of powdered sugar on the rim. That strawberry sriracha was AMAZING AND SPICY. Loved that unique taste! Overall, really enjoyed this place and would highly recommend to anyone else who wants a semi unique brunch spot to eat at.

    Sweet Frenchie with bacon (left) sunrise mimosa and Hash Bowl with toast, house fries, pork belly and eggs.

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    Beautiful surroundings but uncomfortable seating. The food arrived lukewarm to cool. For the price, it was a poor breakfast.

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    Great brunch spot! We enjoyed their great service and awesome food. Be ware that the entrance isn't super easy to find

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    3 years ago

    Fun place to eat in art museum. Jazz group playing. Elegant setting and attentive service. Enjoyed food very much.

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    Food was great, server was very attentive, definitely coming back and would highly recommend!

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    Great food cool atmosphere wonderful band can't miss with this place for a weekend brunch.

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    Brunch with girl friends was PERFECTION. drinks, food, service, ambience - amazing. First time and definitely will be back.

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    Ask the Community - Brown Hound Downtown

    I know this restaurant is about dogs, but are you actually allowed to bring your dog in with you for brunch?

    While while I wish that it were the case, the laws in NY only allow for service and K9 dogs inside restaurants. There is a new law on the books for bringing companion dogs to outdoor dining spaces! We are currently planning a series of outdoor… 

    Does this place accept virtual visa gift cards? i have the information for it but not a physical card. will they accept this as payment?

    From what I know, this should work, as we do accept visa debit cards. It will be first for us...

    Are the Restarunt open on Friday?

    They are mainly open lunch and brunch on weekends. Also they Event first Friday of the month.

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    Big Box of Big Birthday Cookies ( Icing is warm )
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    Great selection of rolls and breads
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    Egg sandwich. Huge piece of egg, and a nice sauce on it too.
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    A cute little grab and go bakery with unique pies. They also have the Caphein coffee cart popup in…read moretheir space! Crust pie has a rotating selection of unique full pies, mini pies, and hand pies. They also have frozen pies available to take home and bake. So far everything that I've tried has been delicious! I really wanted to try their seasonal maple pie, but they had sold out quickly. Apparently their pies are just too good! The owner was very nice and helpful. She was able to advise me on the best pie to get given my allergies and dietary restrictions. Highly recommend!

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    Crust Pie
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    Coffee + cookies (non-dairy) & brownie razzmatazz - don't recommend the non-dairy one
    Coffee + cookies (non-dairy) & brownie razzmatazz - don't recommend the non-dairy one
    Handcrafted ornaments made by a local artist
    Handcrafted ornaments made by a local artist
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    Brown Hound Downtown - newamerican - Updated August 2026

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