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    JoJo Wine Bar & Bistro

    3.7 (207 reviews)
    ModerateNew American, Bars
    Closed 4:00 pm - 9:00 PM
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    Our Raclette app- half eaten!!
    Rob G.

    This wasn't my first time to JoJo- but each time has been a nice meal and experience. We wanted a table for 4 on a Monday night and the only online reservation before 8:30 PM was 5:15 so we went for it! Earlier than we usually eat but I do know it is a busy place. When we got there - the place was half empty (though the bar was cranking!) But within 45 minutes the tables were pretty filled. They do a great business here! We had a fantastic waitress- smart, funny and I can't remember her name unfortunately- but she was very attentive and gave great advice on menu questions. After ordering drinks (I'm a draft beer guy and they had a good selection) we started with the Raclette app- basically thick cut potato chips with melted cheese on them. Very good! I ordered the Pork Chop - which was huge and very tasty- it came with a demi glaze sauce. The others at my table ordered pizza- wood fired- a pepperoni and a sausage and pepper- classic versions. I tried a slice and it was awesome. It did get a little loud as the place filled up- but the place is so good that it gets busy. We took our out of town friends here- and they really loved JoJo! Made us look like good hosts. I highly recommend going to JoJo!

    Specialty steak
    Franco C.

    When traveling, we look for places where locals gather. This is it! Friday night was vibrant here. Friends at the bar enjoying appetizers and drinks. Friends at the tables celebrating birthdays or just getting together to kick off the weekend. Loud and inviting. Perfect way to taste local life. Our server Christina was very friendly. Gave us excellent recommendations and brought our food very timely. She gave us space to enjoy our time. She had great context on the menu and also shared great info on the neighborhood. We tried the pork loin, with Brussel sprouts and the very flavorful special steak of the day. Both were tasty, properly cooked. My steak was tender, juicy, flavorful. Mashed potatoes were creamy but not too heavy. We paired with Argentinian Malbec. They have a good list of wines from the region and major global areas. We had a delightful night !

    Whiskey cocktail
    Ophelia M.

    What a darling spot! Came here recently with a coworker and very much enjoyed the experience. For beverages, they're primarily a wine bar but do have a few cocktails on menu. I opted for their green can tea cocktails which is a delicious mix of bourbon, ginger liqueur, and green tea. It was refreshing and delicious. For my main, I went for their grilled romaine with salmon added. The salmon was beautifully cooked and delicious. The grilled romaine camed drizzled with caesar dressing and had a nice smoky flavor. All in all, a solid dish. The only complaint I'd have is the volume of the place. It's incredibly loud which made it difficult to hear my dining companion. They don't have much (if anything) to improve the acoustics/absorb sound (no linens on tables etc). Beyond that, though--the meal, drinks, and service were lovely! Get to it!

    Wild Mushroom Pizza
    Natalie S.

    There's a huge bar section as you walk in and a nice toasty pizza oven, a pleasant surprise to walk into from the outside cold. The plus for me was the many options of wine flights. Wine tasting without driving to the Finger Lakes. There's also plenty of other drink options for the non grape juice drinkers. Pizza was my favorite with its soft & crispy perfectly char crust. Mussels and fries were huge & the Octopus was surprisingly filling with the chorizo & beans. Overall, I enjoyed everything we ordered. Service was a little slow but we saw they were a little light on staff. One bartender for the entire bar & she was probably making drinks for the table order as well. Not a deal breaker.

    Outside
    Andrew A.

    Was recently invited here for a corporate dinner. Not sure if there is a limited number of decent restaurants in this area of town or not - because this place was very packed, and for 2 hours I could not figure out why. To begin with, the place is extremely loud and it was near impossible to have a conversation. The acoustics of the interior were doing this place zero favors. I ordered a burger that for some unknown reason was $20. It was nothing special or spectacular. It was mostly bland. Service seemed friendly, but slow. This place had more of a feel of a loud pickup bar than a fancy restaurant or a chic bar to chat and have conversations. Our group ended up leaving and going somewhere else so we could talk.

    Raclette
    Tara M.

    Raclette was very tasteful and very filling. We split it between two people and honestly thought we didn't need to eat our meals. Luckily meals were on the smaller side, but we took most home for later. The risotto was delicious. I would recommend trying this. The gnocchi was soooooo salty I couldn't eat it. I'm not sure if this was a screw up on their part or if this is how they always prepare it. Next time I think I will try their pizza. Hopefully it will be better than the gnocchi.

    dank asf brick oven pizza and you can watch trashy tv shows like Blue Bloods, or trashy other TV shows, like the NFL
    Nat Z.

    We popped in to order some takeout and have a glass of wine after Christmas, availing ourselves of a gift certificate from my SIL who lives in Pittsford (we ventured the whole way from the exotic far-flung locale of Gates). I thought that the menu selection was great-- not too much, not too little, and well-balanced to suit various tastes and gastronomic objectives. We got the specialty pizza, which was pepperoni drizzled with just the right amount of honey. We then got two pasta dishes, one of which was gnocchi with a red sauce. I thought the gnocchi was good. The other one-- with butternut squash and other stuff- had all of the right ingredients but it felt like it was missing something, like perhaps it was under-seasoned. I'm not sure. Anyway, they have some really great happy hour specials, too, and it's a charming, cozy, modern barn kind of an interior. We sat at the bar and the bartender was great.

    Lively place. Great vibe. Had a couple glasses of dry white time. Didn't eat but the pizzas look awesome.

    Candied ginger as a garnish? Sold!!
    Amanda C.

    This place gets a solid 5 stars for atmosphere alone. That gorgeous S-shaped bar is not only aesthetically awesome, but it also has a way of maximizing seating space. Their menu selection is well-rounded with some complex flavor combos as well as some classic favorites. Same goes for their drink selection. Fresh ingredients throughout! Staff service on the night that I was here was very pleasant and engaging. Tons of parking which is a plus near the canal. My only critique is for my entree. The chicken in my Buttermilk Chicken dish was a little over fried (or maybe the oil was a little overused), and it was buried under salad greens. Still had a decent flavor, though. Do yourself a favor and try the raclette - it's amazing!

    Gordon V.

    We have visited twice now, once to eat, and once to just enjoy wine. The second time made me think twice about returning. The food is good, I had the mussels, they were done properly and the sauce was tasty. The wine was average, a bit on the warm side, and not because I was sitting in front of the oven :) Nice ambiance, plenty of seating in the dining area and bar area. Two tv's. Service was okay, but not great. The second time we just got wine and I asked to see the bottle. To our surprise the wine was not that highly rated, and after looking it up we were charged as much for a glass of the wine as the bottle cost. That was disappointing and again the wine was not the proper temperature. Nice area in Pittsford, walking distance to the canal.

    Gnocchi
    Derek M.

    When coming into JoJo you are impressed by the clean and fresh atmosphere! It look very elevated and a great spot to enjoy a meal. We ordered the wedge salad and pasta dishes. I had the gnocchi and it was a great portion and great flavor! The only issue we had was the waitress was not attentive and we seemed like an after thought to her. We would hope the service would be as good as the food and atmosphere.

    Amanda L.

    Once again JoJo's does not disappoint and only makes my love grow stronger. I usually go to the Jojos in Webster, but was in the area and stopped in for an impromptu dinner with a few friends. We had a few drinks at the bar and made our way over to a table and the service from top to bottom was outstanding. The food was so fresh and delicious and I absolutely love Jojo's vibe. A+

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