We've eaten at Jo Jo Pittsford for many years and have always enjoyed the food and ambiance,…read morealthough it's often loud. We recently had a Pizza and salad there. The server was very good but the pizza took a very long time to arrive. It appeared they may have been understaffed. We had a Pepperoni and mushroom Pizza that was good but one piece had something on it that tasted and looked like a piece of meat fat. We advised and showed the server what we found and she said it appeared to be chicken. (It was inedible grissel) We have never experienced that with a Pizza and was potentially a health hazard. It did appear that they have declined since our last visit.

A group of friends decided to meet here for a birthday gathering of 8 people…read more The place is quite loud, hard to converse within the group. I got there late. It is kind of hard to find a restaurant if one is not familiar with the area. I got there late, and the food was not served yet. I ordered my food, and then, we all got the food at the same time. Good. Two pounds of mussels across from me were shared by some at the table. I saw pastas, fried calamari, and Steak Salad(I was not too impressed by it), I got the Pork Chop. It was tender, although I ordered cook well done. The sauce was delicious. It came with Shoestring Fries. Tasty. A glass of Precose to wash everything down. Refreshing Caitlin, our server, was excellent. I told her to bring the special Orange Chocolate Torte for the Birthday Girl with a little candle, and she did in the end. It was a big enough piece of cake that we shared it after singing Las Mañanitas to her. We left happy.

We came here because we had a gift card. I had not known about this place before so we were…read moredefinitely curious to try it out. We were not disappointed! The service was excellent and the food was even more so. We sat in a nice intimate area by a window which made for a special date night. We will definitely come back again!

5/5 The best Greek food in the area. The atmosphere and…read morevibe brings feels of a dinner club in Santorini or Mykonos. Friendly staff, attentive service, and the food is phenomenal. Don't forget the Baklava!

Lovely outdoor dining space by the scenic Erie Canal. Great service & some of the best crispy…read moredelicious garlic parm chicken wings anywhere! This was my 2nd time ordering them in a little over a month & they were just as great as the first time!

Solid dinner for a large group. Went here for a work event with about 16 people total. They were…read moreable to accommodate our group and did a good job. The wait staff were attentive and friendly. The food I got was good. Crab cakes and Brussels sprouts appetizers were both good, the sprouts were great, not overcooked, charred with Smokey bacon and balsamic glaze. I'd get them again. I got the mushroom carbonara rigatoni as a main with a side of blistered green beans. The carbonara was delicious, super creamy and the mushroom sauce was nice. Good wine list and the jalapeños margarita was on point.

We called a few days before and got 7pm reservations for 4 on a Friday night. We were told upon…read morearrival that there would be a short wait but after a half hour at the bar, we asked again and were finally seated but then we had another wait before our server came over to verify our cocktails were still good and said he'd be back shortly. Nico was very busy, maybe too much so, to give prompt service. Same goes for the hostess who could even get to us as she was tasked with a big take-out order. Once Nico finally caught up he was entertaining and responsive. I think staffing needs improvement or reservations need to be spaced out better if they can't staff! They stretched themselves too thin having parties going in the back room at the expense of the main dining room. Once we got going, food and service was excellent. We had chicken parm, crab filled haddock, gnocchi, and shrimp. All were delicious. But the actual highlight for my wife and me was a shared wedge salad. The dressing was fantastic. Dinner was at a leisurely pace. Don't go if you have time constraints. A live pianist/singer added to the atmosphere.

disappointing valentine dinner Had a reservation- was not…read moreseated until 25 min later despite open tables. Seated by the cold door, slow service. Out of Pelegrino. Amazingly slow service. Had to ask for marinara for calamari which took 10 minutes. Entrees delayed because of computer issue. Best part of evening was the water service

Our family was visiting Rochester from out of town to celebrate our son's college graduation. We…read morebooked the private room at Avvino (Meyer's Den), which turned out to be a great choice. While planning our dinner party months in advance, the communication from Janine was excellent. She helped us develop a 4-course menu that was sure to have something for everyone, including vegan and allergy friendly options. Amy was our server for the evening, and she ensured we had everything we needed to enjoy our evening. The chairs in the Meyer's Den are wide and comfortable, the decor is dark and classy, and being in the basement away from the dining room made it very quiet and easy to converse with family. The room is rather spacious for 12 guests, but could also accommodate a few more people without feeling cramped. Out of the appetizers we selected, the Charred Octopus was very popular and everyone enjoyed it...even those that had never previously eaten octopus. The baby cauliflower dish was also a beautiful presentation, and quite large and enjoyable. The salads, particularly the Charred Hurricane salad, were nice light courses before the entree was served. As for the entrees, the filet mignon was a little on the dry side, but we really enjoyed the light and crispy spinach fritters that accompanied the beef. The salmon was a generous portion of medium rare fish, and there was lot going on with that dish - spicy cauliflower and za'atar potatoes that had some mixed reviews. Folks who ordered the duck breast seemed to enjoy the complex preparation, which had asparagus, green beans, and two pureed sauces - cauliflower ginger and cherry-rhubarb. The doughnut bread pudding with apple pieces and vanilla ice cream was a delicious, decadent way to end the meal. We left rather stuffed, and delighted with the overall experience that allowed our family to celebrate together.

I'd say I had a good experience dining here. It was my birthday and I went in with a few friends…read more We were promptly attended to. I ordered a mocktail to start off and it was pretty good. For appetizers, we got the roasted beets and the bone marrow. Both were good. I got the duck breast for entree and my friends got the carrot cavatelli and lobster bucatini. We all enjoyed our dishes. The duck was succulent and roasted just enough. The Brussel sprouts that came on the side were a disappointment though. For dessert, I ordered ricotta pine nut tart with lemon sorbet. The tart was very subtle in flavor but good. My friends ordered the bread pudding which was great as well. Overall, very satisfied with the food and service. Can be back!

Apogee is a fantastic gem of a place in a quiet spot on Park Ave, far from the crowds and traffic…read moreand heavily perfumed masses. It feels like a hidden locals-only joint where you can grab a glass of your fave from a thoughtfully curated list of delicious options, and settle in with your better half, besties or a group of friends and just chill. We've been to Apogee a number of times before and 'after' covid, in colder months when we've been lucky to snag a window table, and in warmer times, like tonight, when we can sit outside and enjoy the flickering fireflies along with our sparkling rosè. Besides the pleasant atmosphere, Apogee has a beautifully appointed interior space, clean bathrooms, and a menu with cheese plates, cake, and more wines than you could taste in a summer. All of that plus super knowledgable 'bar tenders' (more like wine sommeliers) who can take your possibly clumsy description of what you think you want and offer up several perfect options, and you have the makings of a very pleasant evening. Book mark this place and plan to spend at least an hour enjoying an outside table!

Apogee was our baby shower venue. While people don't normally associate wine bar with baby shower,…read morewe made it work and Apogee was the perfect venue that met all of our needs. As a special events venue, Apogee was flexible with outside food and also with decorations. There was no additional venue rental/site fee, just a minimum spend amount (which we were confident that we would exceed). The venue is cozy and intimate, but has high ceilings so it did not feel claustrophobic at all, even with 30+ guests at one point. I'm a wine snob myself, so I was a bit skeptical initially when I saw their wine list. Most of the wines they serve retail for $10-20. They do have some bottles that are more expensive (retail ~$30). However, after tasting some of their entry level wines (Ancient Peaks Zinfandel & Gouguenheim Malbec), my worries vanished. Everything I tasted was excellent and drank better than their actual price point. Steve was a great host. He was laid back, but still friendly and attentive to all of our guests. He made sure everybody's drink needs were satisfied. He was also flexible with letting us in the venue early to set up and also staying late to clean up. I also liked the fact that they allowed us to bring our own wine, for a $15 per bottle corkage fee, which is fair. Anyways, Apogee is a great venue for a small party. They are flexible and reasonable. I would definitely recommend them as a wine bar and for hosting a private event (especially on a Sunday).

A Wonderful Experience--Twice in One Week!…read more Main & Vine was a wonderful time! This was our second visit in just one week, and once again, we were lucky to have Rachael as our server. She's always smiling, attentive, and incredibly helpful--especially with our fun (and slightly crazy) group. Her energy really adds to the overall experience. The venue itself is beautiful, with a cozy yet classy atmosphere. The menu offers delicious small plates and fun shareables that are perfect for a night out with friends. To top it all off, we got to enjoy live music from Cooper Scotti, whose singing and guitar playing were the cherry on top of an already perfect evening. We'll definitely be back again soon!

We stopped in for a drink after lunch one day last week. The prices were great, and the whipped…read morefeta that we ordered as a snack was seasoned well and tasted great. They had 2 different flight options, a red with 3 different styles and a sauv blanc with 3 different expressions. The indoor seating area was clean and appeared to be newly refreshed, but it was relatively dark (albeit purposefully for ambiance) so our next visit we will try to sit outside as it looked like they had a nice outdoor area but it was over 90 degrees the day we visited so we opted to sit indoors.

We went to Unwined to have a few drinks before dinner next-door, and it was just what we needed…read more The atmosphere is really relaxed--not too noisy or uncomfortable--so it's easy to have conversation and everyone was extremely friendly.

I enjoy going to self-pour wine bars, and I was excited to discover Rochester had one. I…read moreanticipated finding many Finger Lakes wines available, and I was not disappointed. I appreciated how casual it was here and overview and assistance if needed by the staff. I was wondering, though, if the wine inventory could be better organized such that white wines could be together in cases and chilled? It felt like the white wines I sampled were at most a few degrees lower than room temperature. I was very pleased with a red that I tasted, specifically a malbec. I didn't order food here, though I did see some delivered to other customers. The olives option was very generous and would easily be satisfying for two people, possibly 3.

I went here for trivia and didn't expect to have the most AMAZING charcuterie board I've ever…read morehad... this was absolutely delicious. My bff and I could not stop thinking about it afterward. Also the bread for the board was separate from it which was amazing as a gluten free girlie! The wine went great with it too, and the place is extremely cute and welcoming. Not too busy or crowded. Really great spot if you like wine and cheese!

Love having a tasting room here in Rochester! I do recommend reservations as we didn't have any and…read moreordered at the bar but stood by their community table. Bar spots are also open seating. There are several wine flights to choose from. We chose the red and white. Our favorite however was the welcome pour white spritz. The prices per bottle are also reasonable and there are food options available. Parking can be hit or miss at times too.

This is one of our new (to us) favorite spots to go to and to bring our friends and family to that…read morehaven't tried it yet! Our first visit was in January and we've been back 2 more times already. The main dining room is down stairs. The bar area upstairs seems very lively and inviting as well, and I've heard there's patio seating we want to try in the late spring. Service was excellent and very attentive. We loved everything we tried. You can do things traditional tapas style or you can go the appetizer and entree route. We had the calamari to start and some cocktails. For our entrees we each ordered the "feature" of the evening -- my fiance got the steak and I got the salmon. My fiance is pretty 50/50 on how good his steak experiences are in restaurants and he was very satisfied with the entree he had. My salmon cakes were SO good, everything tasted very fresh. The server also did a great job recommending a white wine to pair with my meal. We finished off with our dessert, I had the flourless chocolate torte and my fiance had (I can't recall exactly) a banana cream cheese churro I think? The desserts were amazing every time we've gone. We've had more chances to try other tapas items, the arancini is delicious as well. Also of note was that we had a good group dining experience here in February for a family members birthday. Overall if you haven't tried this spot make sure you do!

We decided to check out Tapas 177 during Restaurant Week in Rochester. The food was very tasty…read more Started with a perfect mojito, enjoyed the fried calamari salad, followed by the tuna bowl and chocolate torte. I throughly enjoyed the salad - crisp greens, perfect dressing and hot, crispy calamari. The tuna bowl followed - flavor was spot on, but the tuna itself was disappointing - tasted thawed and texture was meh. The biggest disappointment with Tapas was just the location itself being down in a dark basement - not my favorite environment. Would try again when the weather is nice and their patio is open. Server was very nice!