Amazing food, we had the half portion of nachos with burnt ends and first, it was bigger than some full size portions I have had put and second they may have been the best nachos I have ever had. We also got the wood fired Carnivore pizza and a flight of beer. The staff was friendly and attentive. Bonus points for having an old school shuffleboard table. Looking forward to a return visit to try more of the menu. read more

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Some friends and I went to Rohrbachs Beer Hall on a Saturday afternoon. It is a great place to get a beer and some great food! They have 2 parking lots and there is some street parking. It is a charming old mill building with lots of wood and brick. We all had different beers- I had the Cosmic Krush IPA- very hazy! My friends ordered the Beef on Weck sandwich- which they raved about. It looked to be a generous size. Another friend and I split some tasty wings and a wood-fired Margherita pizza. Excellent! And we were stuffed. We got a 3 pack of Crowlers (32 oz. beer in a can) to go. They have a cool machine that makes the can in front of you. I got the infamous Space Kitty double IPA to bring to my friend's party. I highly recommend checking out Rohrbach's Beer Hall on Railroad Street! read more

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My husband and I stopped into Rohrbach's for lunch today (Saturday, June 14th) and had a really great time. It's such a cool, classic brewery spot, perfect for a weekend meal. We both ordered the Chicken and Waffles with hot honey, and wow, they were not kidding around with this dish! The chicken portion was HUGE--seriously impressive, perfectly cooked, and juicy. The waffle itself was fantastic, flavorful, and had that perfect crispness that holds up to the syrup and chicken. The hot honey added a great sweet and spicy kick. My husband got a side of the cheesy grits. The flavor was good, but the consistency was much, much thicker than we're used to. It actually sparked a creative idea: they were so thick, we thought they would be absolutely incredible if you mixed in some diced jalapenos, rolled them into balls, dipped them in batter, and deep-fried them. Seriously, Rohrbach's, you should try making fried jalapeno-cheesy-grit bites! We'd be the first in line to order them. The drinks were solid, too. He enjoyed a crisp, refreshing lager that paired perfectly with his meal, and my mimosa was bubbly and delicious. Overall, a great experience. The chicken and waffles alone are worth coming back for. We'd definitely return! read more

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Came here to see a friend perform some music and enjoy some drinks. I didn't know this place existed. I've been to the buffalo rd location. Parking is limited, we lucked out with a spot right I front on railroad st. Walking in you immediately notice how big this place is. Nice long bar and plenty of seating. We sat at a long table near the stage, our server was very friendly and we immediately ordered drinks. Lots of beers on draft, I do love their different animal IPA but I went with their call me ale, a smooth light pale ale. We ordered a few appetizers for the group to share, loaded nachos.. presentation was great so much color. Lots of flavor and spicy. Also had their pretzels, four sticks of salty deliciousness... one of the sides was a peanut butter mustard.. interesting. I love their bratwurst so I had to Oder one to go... perfect for the following day! I really enjoyed this place, perfect for hearing some great music and spending time with friends. read more

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Wow! Best brewery maybe in Rochester! Food is amazing, service is spectacular! The ambiance is incredible! The scotch ale is to die for!! read more

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If you want to have an event this is the place to go. Food was delicious, staff was wonderful. Ambiance was great. I give it an A plus

I first want to tip my hat to the staff, the bartenders are so incredibly friendly and make excellent recommendations. The inside is huge and there's plenty of seating. There's also a small lot off to the side for parking. The nachos were delicious and perfect for sharing. The beer selection is vast, which is perfect for someone like me who isn't a huge fan of super wheaty tasting beers. If you're looking for a brewery in Rochester, you won't be disappointed with Rohrbach read more

We waited over 30 minutes in a line to place an order. We ordered 3 individual pizzas, each arrived 30 minutes apart. Pizza wasn't hot. Very understaffed and inefficient. Beer was fantastic. read more

Used to love this place for the beer selection. Now they've gone IPA heavy. Too bad. Love the food and the staff - please bring back more beer choices. read more

Had a private event on Sat 6/13 for ~25 people at their Railroad St location near the Rochester Public Market. They gave us their Barrell Room close to the main Beer Hall entrance and bar area which could probably accommodate up to 40 people comfortably. Cool space, incl a very large screen TV for watching the FIFA World Cup and the Knicks hoops game. The location/building has a lot of vibe and very clean. If you are a beer lover you will be in heaven. They have a large selection of both "classic" beers (i.e. Scotch Ale, my fav) and seasonal options offering plenty of flavors... IPAs, Pilsners, Lagers, Ales, Porters, etc. with some very creative blends. I recommend the POG Kölsch (passion fruit, orange, guava) which is much better than what it even sounds. More dry then sweet, and very flavorful... a great summer choice! The food was outstanding... we enjoyed the wood fire pizzas, smoked chicken wings, mahi tacos, and their delicious pretzels!! Folks that had never been there will definitely be coming back for more!! read more

What a fun, beautiful place. Worth it all. Great beer and wonderful food. Folks here were wonderful. Come check it out

Called ahead and made reservations for 10. The table was ready when we arrived, it was 5pm, they opened at 4pm! The waitress took our drink orders and it was 20 min before they arrived. Once the entire party got seated it took our waitress all of 1.5hrs to get all our orders in, 2 folks at our table had to pay for their meal (2 hours after ordering) before they received it. I even asked the waitress to come back over and finish taking orders but she was obviously overwhelmed and unable to perform her assigned tasks. This killed any goodness of this visit. The food was good but damn, it would've been nice to enjoy it all together, at the table, like you're supposed to. read more

Incredible beef on weck with home style horse radish. Great beers try the Space Kitty Dippa beer for an unusual flavour.

I had a wonderful experience at Rohrbach earlier this week. My husband, dog, and I stopped in Rochester overnight during a long road trip and enjoyed a beautiful outdoor dinner here. They were offering a great Wednesday night special - buy a pizza, get a pint - and we enthusiastically availed ourselves of that! My husband had the Oktoberfest beer and the Das German pizza; I had the Bartlett pizza and Vanilla Porter. Everything was wonderful and the service was lovely. The staff welcomed both us and our wiggly pup so graciously - they even sent us away with some homemade doggy treats for the road! I'd definitely return & recommend Rohrbach to others! read more

I cannot say enough about the Railroad St location! As a west-sider, I grew up going to the brewpub on Westside Dr, and I can't tell you how awesome it is having this DT location in adulthood. I come here for all kinds of different scenarios! Day date (grabbing a flight, settling in for some scrabble/connect four), larger scale meetups with old friends, work dinners, post-public market hang, the list goes on and on. The service is always quick and vibe is convivial. The long tables provide a real family atmosphere that I tend to love, but beware that seating *can* get a little limited if there is a private event and a live band. I recommend getting a flight so you can try all of the variations Rohrbach is currently serving up. Personal faves: Blueberry Ale (always in rotation), Cookies & Milk (seasonal), and Griddle Cakes (seasonal). Food offerings include traditional bar food and some more Germanic fare. I tend to go for the seasonal charcuterie board or a pizza (Rohrbach foes cheese & carbs WELL!) Check it out next time you're in the Market district for a special treat. read more

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Good food, and a delicious cider. Very busy, but the staff were very friendly. Worth a stop in. read more

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This review is specific for a private event held at Rohrbach Beer Hall. I hosted my sister's bridal shower at the beer hall on a Sunday and it was PERFECT. From the event coordination and planning to the actual event, it was great. Nikki (event coordinator) was so helpful with all of the planning and promptly answered any questions I had. On the day of the shower, Nikki and Donna were excellent with their service and answering any questions I had. We had the place to ourselves since it is closed on Sundays. We had a Bouquet Bar for favors and it was a display shower, both not typical, and they were able to accommodate and make it beautiful. The food was delicious (brunch buffet) and the drinks were tasty (as always). The service was outstanding. I received so many comments from the guests about how great the venue and staff were. I would definitely host another event here, no question. Thanks Nikki and Donna! read more

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Really great place! Stopped in to try a beer. Not a porter girl but the PB&J called my name! Wasn't disappointed at all! You get the scent of jelly on the drink and a smooth pb finish! Loved the space super comfy and the staff was always asking what we needed! read more

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What a great little spot and I love the additional outdoor seating. Their Oktoberfest beer is one of the best around town They have a nice solid IPA as well. If you're looking for some great nibbles to go with your beer they have a wood-burning oven that turns out delicious pizzas and other appetizers. Put on your warm clothes and go hang out in their outdoor seating on Railroad Street read more

Embarrassingly, I had only been here once prior to COVID-19, and now twice during (so far). I was blown away by their cup and char pepperoni pizza! Really some of the best pizza I've ever had. Of course, I paired it with a four pack. I opted for scotch ale the first time but now that their red ale is available, I was quick to go back. They are also offering specials to make it even more affordable. I'm thrilled to support locally and treat myself to delicious pizza and beer. Their online ordering is super easy and they will bring it out to your car. Don't forget to tip generously if you're able! They thanked me for my business and are so friendly. It makes it easy to support them. read more

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I'm surprised after living here for so many years, this is the first time we've decided to visit. It's overall a chill atmosphere with table and bar seating. Their beer selection is vast, ranging from a sour, lager, stout, you name it they have a beer for you. I got a flight to be more adventurous trying new beers. Going to a brewery, I expect the food to be ok, but their pizzas were amazing!!! They pair unexpected flavors together to make great combinations. I got the big papa which had bacon, jalapeño and cheeses. It had a bit of heat at the end, but tasted like a stuffed pepper. The pizza wasn't greasy, which I loved. My boyfriend got the bbq chicken pizza and substituted the red onions for banana peppers which was a game changer. Overall great beer and pizza, so you can't go wrong! read more

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Large parking lots across the street. We arrived at 8 and it was pretty dead for a Saturday night, and closes at 10pm. The place is beautiful, wood bar, floors and ceilings, with brick walls. Shuffle board to play. Upon us sitting at the bar there was a brunette that was cleaning up and conversing with a coworker that was seated at the bar. We sat for at least 5min without her ever greeting us. Even if she was getting off her shift- she should have addressed us and let us know that someone would be right with us- that is where they lost 1 star- VERY RUDE! The blonde bartender that ended up taking care of us was super attentive and sweet and made the experience enjoyable. The pretzels were Phenomenal!!! We also tried the crispy brussel sprouts but sent them back because we each tasted just 1 and thought they were quite boring and tasteless, as well as not crispy.. We both got beer flights and loved the variety of choices. read more

Been here once before, but my niece's husband arranged a surprise birthday celebration for her. The space they have for these events is great! Big open space with several long tables. Food is always good here. And of course if you like beer... you can't go wrong! I'm not much of a beer fan, but they did have cider choices. One thing I was a bit disappointed about is they don't have soda water (I just wanted soda and lime...). But they don't serve liquor here so no soda water. Obviously not a deal breaker, but if you're looking for liquor you won't find it. Try a flight of different beers (beer? beers?) They brew right on premises so that's cool. It's located on Railroad street, near the public market and other great venues. Do your shopping on Saturdays then stop in for a beer and bite to eat! read more

Came here based on Yelp reviews and it didn't disappoint! Had a nice lager and a delicious pizza. My buddy had the short rib sandwich and added pimento cheese and said it was one of the best things he's ever eaten! Cool place! read more

I'm a fan of Rohrbach's Scotch Ale and Vanilla Porter, whether I get it here or elsewhere, so there's my disclaimer. I've been here a few times - the other times were weekend days when there was no entertainment. My stop the middle of December was a Wednesday night before a meeting. A friend who also goes to the meeting was joining me. I didn't know they had live music - I was looking for relatively quiet for conversation and food/drink and Rohrbach's is about as close as you can get to where our meeting was - Left hand turn onto Main at rush hour notwithstanding... It is definitely casual with shared tables, so get used to it before you go. It's part of their "charm". My friend is vegetarian so I ordered up a Winter Harvest and Truffle Shuffle pizzas to go with my beer du jour,Scotch Ale. Both were great. Timing was an issue for me between my friend running late from work and a 6:30 meeting so he wound up eating some colder pizza but it didn't seem to slow down his appetite. I'll be back. Maybe not before the meeting on Wednesdays, although a friend who's more familiar with the streets told me I don't have to go up RR to Goodman to get where i need to go - I need to explore google maps. read more

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If you like beer and good food, this is your place. I've visited Rohrbach a few times now and I have never been disappointed. It's dark and cozy, fun & vibrant. Check the bar for a more relaxed vibe or hit up one of the large tables in the center for big groups having a laugh. A friend and I were at the public market and decided we needed to grab a bite and a brew. We headed over, on a Friday evening around 7pm. It was decently crowded inside mainly because one of the rooms was being used for a graduation party. We stalked the bar area for about 10 minutes before being able to snag two seats. Our bar tender was amazing and the one time that she took (what she felt was too long) to get our beers, she said they were on her. It was so sweet and unnecessary because she truly wasn't taking that long. The Beer: AMAZING. They just released a blueberry maple beer you guys. Need I say more? It's legit breakfast in your mouth. I've never had a beer there that I didn't like. So much so that I often buy their beers to have at the house. They have such a wide variety from gose, sours, IPAs, Ambers, etc that there really is something for everyone here. The Food: I walked out of there feeling like Violet from Willy wonka after she ballooned into a blueberry. We shared an order of wings (flavors of parmigiano reggiano-garlic and sweet mango chili )& pretzels with the roasted red pepper aoili dipping sauce and the mustard dipping sauce. We also shared the winter harvest pizza that was loaded with goat cheese, brussel sprouts, and prosciutto. The combination of flavors was so good that we didn't leave any leftovers. The atmosphere in here is so fun and hopping. We had a great evening hanging out there for two hours eating & drinking. I highly recommend it! read more

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Who doesn't love Rohrbach's? You simply can't go wrong with great beer and great pizza. The scotch ale is a Rochester favorite, but I'm also a fan of the smooth vanilla porter. Both the beer and food menus change according to the season so there's always something new to try. Staff is both super knowledgable and friendly. Beautiful space too! While I'll often meet friends here on a Friday night, my favorite time to go is on Saturday after shopping at the public market! Nothing like an afternoon buzz...!! (West side location is also very nice! Threw my parents' anniversary party there a few years ago and we all had a wonderful time.) read more

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Went here for one main reason, to try their Beef on Weck. As I grew up in Buffalo, it's hard to find a good Weck here in Rochester. Not only was the Beef on Weck the best I've had since leaving Buffalo (22+ years ago), the rest of our meals (Buffalo Chicken M&C, Buffalo Chicken Plate, BBQ Cheeseburger) were phenomenal. The Country Sweet Chicken flatbread blew our socks off. The home-made Root Beer was extremely good. I can't comment on their beer, as I don't drink alcohol anymore, but the food is WELL worth the trip. Side note: Prices...I would say pretty par with the local dinner prices, maybe a tad lower. Service was terrific. We had to wait for one of our party., and they were attentive, yet gave us time to just chat. Overall, I can't say anything bad about this establishment on any level. read more

Rohrbach Brewing Company- Rochester NY (Summer 2018). FOOD: Cheddar beer and bacon soup- recommend, but they don't give you much. PIZZA: we got the Rocky Barbacoa. It's good: taste is 6/10. Crust is impressive. But, if you know Mexican pizza, this isn't authentic. It's not close to authentic. But, still tasty. *** THE BEER: Highland: light lager. A basic, uninspired lager. A typical lager, so if you like those, you'll be happy. Scotch ale: good! Scotchy! Better than genessee! Vanilla porter: good! But very vanilla-y for a dark beer. Too vanilla-tasting for my palette. Could do with less, but if you like vanilla and dark beers, you'll like this. 7/10. Space Kittens: for hopoholics, get this. It's their best. My favorite. A moderate bite, a moderate citrus flavor. What I'd get a pint of. We bought a six pack of this, and will likely do so from a more local store again in the future. Griddle cakes: 9/10. Light and tastes exactly like blueberry pancakes. Breakfast in a glass. Got a six pack of it, but it may sit in a fridge a while. It's not the most drinkable of beers. But will it surprise you and make you smile? Absolutely. *** THE ATMOSPHERE: Feels more like a restaurant than a brewery. Service made no mistakes, yet was still somehow unlikable, but I'm being petty- he was fine, just a bit intrusive and abrasive. We'll be back. It's the best food + brewery combination in Rochester. read more

BEER AND PIZZA What do you want? The space is really nice, love the shuffle board. The beer is amazing. Sure you won't like some, but at least they're trying new things all the time. Get a flight or two, try a bunch, it's a blast. Or, just get some pints of the classics: space kitty, scotch ale The pizza is thin, crispy wood fired pizza, just delicious. Why are you reading this? Call an uber now and get here. read more

I've been here twice...once just for beer and once for dinner. It's a really nice space. Lots of wood-very rustic looking and the bar is very large. They obviously have a large beer selection as well. We had a large party (12) and I thought our server was decent. We thought it was strange because she took some people's orders and left. She came back later to take other people's orders. So, we didn't all get served at once, such was weird. In the grand scheme, it didn't matter a whole lot though. Also, the pizzas and appetizers didn't really fill us up like we had hoped. We all left still hungry or had to order more food. The beers did come fast from the bar though and service seemed to be a team effort, which was good. The food was also very good. Something I thought was strange was that they were on a bit of a wait, but yet the room we were in didn't have many tables. It seemed like they could put more tables in the room and put another server or 2 on the clock! All-in-all, I would go back. It's a good place to hang out and have a beer and some munchies. I probably wouldn't go again for dinner though. read more

Adam and I came here with some family to try some different drinks and to eat. The bar area was pretty empty when we first got there so we were able to get a table and chairs for all of us. As we sat for a while longer the whole area started to fill up. We ordered some pepperoni pizzas and drinks. Our drinks came right away. I had a blueberry beer and really enjoyed it. The pizzas took a little while to get but once we did we were happy. It wasn't the most amazing pizza I have ever had but it was good to keep us full and happy. The toppings were all great but I wished the crust was cooked a bit more. The brewery itself is very large and there is a ton of room to be with you friends. There is even a party room available. The bathroom is massive so you can go with your girlfriends if you want. Overall, a pretty good brewery to come hang out with your friends and get something to eat. read more

I remember when they were first building this place up. It was an empty shell with a small bar, a few taps, and a lot of open space. Now, it's a bustling and lively brewpub with lots of space, lots of beer, and lots of food. The people: very friendly, courteous, knowledgeable about their food and beverages. Accurate orders and attentive. The food: Excellent. Flavorful (but not overly salty) wings and pizza. Imaginative combinations of ingredients. Fresh tasting. Better than the menu from the Buffalo Road location. The beer: one should remember this is not your crazy Willy Wonka pastry barrel aged imperial gold plated double eisbocked stout brewery. This is the icon of Rochester and where craft beer took root when craft beer was still a newborn entity. This is where you come to throw back some pints with friends and family. The beer is solid, drinkable, and krushable. They have their flagships, staples, as well as seasonals. Honestly, their beer selection is very well rounded and well made. No, they're not going to have a cognac barreled geuze or a peach milkshake fruit smoothie IPA for you. They're gonna have tasty, refreshing, and solid beers for you to enjoy some good food, good people, and good atmosphere. Cheers Rohrbachs! read more

Stumbled upon this beer hall during a quick trip to Rochester. Great beer selection, shuffleboard and really friendly servers! The kids were welcome, which is always a plus and the wood fired pizzas were good! read more

Had the Parmesan chips and pretzels with beer cheese for appetizers and enjoyed both. Enjoyed the selection of drinks, especially the red ale on draft. Bar area was inviting, and had plenty of room for our main course. Would have liked to have a larger option of food, I wouldn't make a special trip, but will come back when in the area. read more

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Great building & atmosphere. We had fun playing the shuffle board. Came in for a flight after shopping around at the public market on a Saturday around noon- It was busy but in a good way, not overly packed. All different ages, some parents even brought their kids. Good beer & definitely would like to come back and try the wood fired pizza. read more

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This was a fun option for my dad's birthday dinner! It's a nice alternative to the German food at the original Rorbach's, and it has a completely different atmosphere. It's nice to see that their beer blends with both flavor profiles. The pizzas were good, hot, pretty thin crust (could be a little thinner for my liking), but surprisingly our salad and pretzals were what really stole the show! The pretzals themselves were large, soft, and doughy. Everything you'd want in a soft pretzel. Served with BOTH beer cheese (my favorite) AND some really flavorful mustard sauce that my dad was crazy about! I think it was the best part of his birthday. The caesar salad, fresh crispy lettuce, and tasty croutons and cheese...but there was also the most subtle hint of mustard seed IN the caesar dressing. I'm not a huuuuge mustard fan, but it was subtle enough to just add a little WOW factor to the salad and made it stand out as not your average caesar. I only with they had a printed draft menu. We were seated a little far in the "private" room and I was going to order a flight, but the difficulty in seeing the options made me opt for my usual Vanilla Porter. A printed draft menu would bump this place up to 5 stars. Lastly, they had some really nice live music (this was a Thursday night). A tiny bit loud- it didn't bother us, but it's good to be aware of. read more

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Thanks Rohrbach's for supporting the opening of the distillery next door. We were quickly lured in by the 10% off coupon and the offerings of tasty samples. Beer was had, growlers were purchased, it was a fine way to start the day. read more

Do yourself a favor and head here for a tasting one morning (or afternoon!) you're at the Public Market. Drinking and grocery shopping? Whaaat? No seriously. It's awesome. The building is sweeeet. I have visions of having a private party here. It's perfect for beer or foodie-oriented events. I love the exposed brick and all the glorious wooden furniture (it actually has an Amish-made feel to it). The tasting bar is always staffed by friendly and happy people and get this -- the tasting fee is a donation. It's optional. That's right, if you're a cheap bastard you can buy all your groceries for under $40 for the week at the market and then pop over for a free fresh one! The Rohrbach beers are on the whole a good standard. My personal go-to is the Scotch Ale. The other seasonal and more creative ones can be hit-or-miss, but overall they are usually well-balanced. I also like that Rohrbach's hasn't jumped on the over-hopping bandwagon. They don't go crazy with their IPAs and make a number of malt-based brews, which is less trendy but sometimes more palatable when it seems that all you ever see are 7% and above beers anymore! Tours go every hour and I think are worth doing sometime. Then you can pop down the street for some Le Petit Poutine and also to the cool metal/wood working studio that custom makes furniture just next door. Even better, take a walk by Station 55 and check out some of neatest and coolest new lofts for rent downtown. Rohrbach's tasting room led the way on Railroad Street - check it out! read more

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Last time I was in this place it was just an open space/ warehouse with brewing equipment. I knew this had been converted into something more but never had a chance to visit until this past Friday with out-of-town visitors in tow. We needed to escape the constant rain so why not drink some beers on a Friday afternoon. It was pretty quiet so it was our own private beer hall. I really love the space and we will come back with local friends. We sampled some beers - most were to our liking but we did not try any food from their small menu. We played some shuffleboard - they have board games too. A fun vibe... read more