I wanted to be wowed based on the other reviews I had read. Unfortunately, that experience was far from the reality. Yes, it's a cute, creative concept architecturally, but the lighting was too dark for Sunday noontime. And the food and especially brunch fare were nothing special. Carb heavy and very few healthy options, although plenty of exotic drinks. Why not just be a bar and not try to be a coffee bar/cafe? Coffee was decent but not outstanding. Nothing but plain bagels available and my scrambled egg looked like something out of a Dr. Seuss story. Oh well, I did a taste test and found it WAS actually edible. My friend enjoyed her Korean Bowl, so that made the trip a success. The bathroom is the true test of quality in any culinary establishment. Fancy hand soap, Very clean, but no toilet paper or paper towels. I had to ask. read more

Delicious food. Wasn't busy the evening we were there so wait service was pretty good. The staff seemed a bit surprised that we didn't want to sit in the bar area to eat. We chose the dining room area because it was cozier and certainly quieter. The had speciality cocktails and our party of four each ordered a different one. All were very good. They don't have a big menu (which I appreciate) so what they do have is done well. I plan to return soon read more

I am in love with the Shirt Factory. I have only been here twice. This past time, it was just for a quick drink before heading over across the street for our dinner reservations. I had the hart and my boyfriend had the 1889 newspaper. The cocktails were so tasty and quality. The vibes of this place are dreamy. They just started their brunch up again, so I will definitely be checking them out on a weekend during the day. read more

Shirt Factory - Sandwiches Near Me - Medina, New York

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Excellent experience - we came for brunch on a Sunday and made an 11:00 reservation. We were seated right away, but be aware there is not table service. You order your food and drinks up at the bar/counter area and then they bring the drinks and food to your table when it's ready. This did not matter to us, it was just as wonderful of an experience. The only thing I think would've been nice was to have a carafe of water & glasses on the tables. Other than that, didn't matter! The vibe was cozy, the music was a little bit odd for a Sunday brunch I think like soft jazz or something would've matched the vibe better but it was still enjoyable! The food was absolutely incredible & so were the drinks!! It was hard to not order the whole menu quite honestly. I would definitely come back here in a heartbeat. The staff were all incredibly kind! Parking was easy (though it was busy), there is a large lot. Definitely need to make reservations in advance for Sunday brunch! read more

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Went to the shirt factory for Sunday brunch to celebrate a friend's birthday. Was able to make a last minute reservation online the night before. The place previously did orders at the counter but now they offer dine in table side service with a menu and a waitress. The ambience is super cute. It's in an older building right downtown with original hardwood floors and a cozy vibe. The parking lot next to the building is a nice size and I was able to find a spot quickly. The table we sat at was a little wobbly so we had to be careful when leaning on it not to spill our drinks. The service was good although a little slow. I think they were understaffed because they only had one waitress for the entire place. She forgot to bring us waters which we had to ask for twice and the reasoning she told us was that no one was in the back cleaning. They could use some help with a busser or a second waiter/waitress. We ordered 3 regular bloody Mary's and a mimosa. It took a solid 30 minutes for our drinks to come out. This was disappointing. We got up at one point to look at the bar and 3 of the 4 drinks were sitting there waiting to be delivered but no one was running them from the bar to us. The drinks were delicious when we did receive them. Bloody Mary has a horseradish vodka. They also offer a loaded version for 7 bucks more with toppings a mile high. The waitress took our order while we were waiting for our drinks so the food came pretty quickly after we did receive the drinks. I ordered the breakfast quesadilla. The food was good, the quesadilla was plated nicely but you don't get any sides with it. We asked for more water at this point which the waitress kindly brought us a jug full of water for the table. We wished she had just brought this when we first sat down. My only other concern was the metal straws in the Bloody Mary. I'm not sure what their cleaning process is but I would recommend asking for a paper or plastic straw if they have them because I'm not sure how sanitary those metal straws are unless someone is hand washing them in the back with a pipe cleaner made for those straws. Knowing from my own home they get pretty gross on the inside if not properly cleaned and can rust in the dishwasher. Overall nice place and if the service could improve I would give this 5 stars. read more

Shirt Factory - Bloody Mary (regular version). They offer a "loaded" version which has a lot more toppings for 7 bucks more. - Sandwiches Near Me - Medina, New York

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So glad we discovered the Shirt Factory!!! A true gem located in downtown Medina... food was delicious and my apple crisp margarita was dynamite! Both the drink and food menus make the awesome flavors of the season shine! Will go back for sure! read more

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All I can say is YUMMMMMM! I was so obsessed with my breakfast. We had a wedding in Medina so I needed some WiFi, breakfast and tea. I got all those. The only struggle was finding a plug for my laptop. But a nice man literally gave up his seat for us to be able to use the outlet! But seriously I legit make these quesadillas at home now because I'm so obsessed with them. The black beans and sweet potatoe got me! read more

Shirt Factory - Breakfast Quesadilla - Sandwiches Near Me - Medina, New York

I stayed at the Hart House and saw this place walking back to my room after dinner last night- it was pretty busy and looked fun so we decided to try it for brunch- We were the first ones in and greeted when we came in. I found a table in the back- which you can't see from the front door so I was surprised the space was as big as it was. We grabbed menus and sat down to take a look. You order at the counter so we went back up- I wanted a Bloody Mary but saw a breakfast margarita on the menu. I asked the bartender which one was better because I couldn't decide- I guess what i was actually asking was which one he liked more or which one people like more- but he quickly pointed out that they are very different... like I was an idiot that didn't know the difference between vodka and tequila. I don't like being made to feel stupid by the person I'm handing my money over to- especially that early in the morning. With zero help from him- and a bruised ego, I got the breakfast margarita. We got grapefruit toast- which was so good we went back for a second order. The egg sandwich on a croissant was good and the breakfast tacos were good. The breakfast margarita was delicious- The drinks came long after our food and coffee arrived- which was weird. We were nearly done with our food when the drinks came out- which is partly why we ordered more food. Place is cool- food was good- guy making drinks kind of sucked. read more

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In just the last couple years, the village of Medina has grown into quite a special destination. I believe that one of the reasons for their rise is because of the crew behind the counter/kitchen at Shirt Factory. They've unified all of the small businesses to come together in times of good and bad. With COVID-19 hitting NY State hard, many small businesses have had to close their doors, indefinitely, and hope the pandemic subsides enough to open in the next month (May) or so. Shirt Factory, being a cafe and cocktail bar, has come up with a solid alternative to keep them open, on a reduced schedule, while serving this community with great cocktails and food. In accordance with NY State orders, Shirt Factory has closed their dine-in area and bar until the pandemic subsides. So now, they offer curb-side pickup and delivery on Friday and Saturday. Typically on Thursday evenings, they post up a menu that includes fresh baked goods, breakfast/lunch sandwiches, dinner entrees, and cocktails (which you MUST order food to get a cocktail, fyi). You place your order online and can dictate whether you want pickup or delivery and can add any special notes pertaining to your order. We placed our order on Friday, 04/03/2020, morning for delivery and specified in the "note" section that we'd like our food on Saturday, between 5:15pm-6:30pm. On Saturday, our food arrived around 5:30pm, which was perfect timing - we were hungry! A nice touch was seeing the food delivered with a sign on the back of a truck saying "#MedinaStrong". The driver came right to our door and gave us our food, practicing social distancing and wearing gloves too! Pulling out each of our items, the first thing we noticed was the presentation of everything - from the way the food was laid out to the containers themselves, it looked excellent. Anything that was supposed to be served hot had heating instructions written on top of its container and all of the sauces had numbers on top that corresponded to each of the dishes, which was very convenient! We ordered the following: Bob Hope Home-made Hand Pie (two, home-made dough with turkey, provolone, bacon, and roasted red pepper); Roasted Sweet Potato Bowl (Roasted sweet potatoes, stewed black beans, and wild rice cooked in a spinach, chipotle pepper, onion, garlic and cilantro broth to make it green; served with avocado lime crema sauce; two servings worth); two of the Specialty vegetarian Southwest Quesadillas (black beans, red bell pepper, cilantro, egg, cheddar, Monterey Jack, avocado lime crema and salsa on side); Roasted Beets (comes with a citrus vinaigrette and a side of feta) [side dish]; a half-dozen Speckled Malted Coconut Cupcakes (Fluffy Coconut Layer Cake, Vanilla Malt Robin's Egg Blue Buttercream, Malt Candy on top); a liter (yes, a whole liter!) of Bourbon and Flowers cocktail (Bourbon, rose infused sweet vermouth, strawberry, lemon); one quart of Potato Salad (potatoes, red onion, celery, cheddar cheese, bacon, and creamy dressing). The only item I can't comment on is the Potato Salad as that was dropped off for my grandmother for dinner, but everything else was phenomenal! The vegetarian Southwest quesadillas were excellent in both taste and portion and that avocado lime crema sauce was soo good. The Roasted Sweet Potato Bowl was hearty and had a nice, little kick of heat to it. I think my favorite entrée though had to be the Bob Hope Home-made Hand Pie - the soft, pie pastry surrounding all of that turkey and bacon with the melted provolone and sweeter flavor of the roasted red pepper... a perfect combination! Now, I've never been a big beets guy, but wow, the Roasted Beets have converted me! That vinaigrette with the feta cheese worked so well together and I think I tasted a little thyme in it too? What a phenomenal side dish though, I would definitely order that again. Of course, the Bourbon and Flowers cocktail was awesome. Between the three of us, we nearly took out the whole liter in an hour (it tasted soo good and come on, we're living in some strange times and needed something to calm us down a little :) ). That went down so smooth and the color to it was beautiful. Last and certainly not least, the Speckled Malted Coconut Cupcakes - just wow! They were soo moist and the buttercream on was definitely home-made with love and passion and I really appreciated the malted Robin's Eggs on top (malted milk candy is one of my favorites). The presentation too of the cupcakes was just gorgeous. I shouldn't have to say it, but all three of us walked away incredibly satisfied and well fed! I just can't say enough about Shirt Factory and how much good they're doing for Medina. It makes me so proud and happy to see what they're doing in these strange times. All I can say is I can't wait for the pandemic to subside, grab a cocktail at the bar, and raise a glass to all of you! #MedinaStrong read more

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I like to start my mornings off with a lot of positivity, that way I know I have a great jump start to my day. Others have different ways to jump start their day, and that may include having a cup of coffee. Well I'm here to tell you, head over to the Shirt Factory and enjoy both. As early as 8am in the morning, the staff is ready to greet you with a genuine smile and conversation. Their coffee is really good, and I throughly enjoyed the caramel macchiato. I also ordered the egg, cheese and bacon croissant. That was ok I would've enjoyed it more, if they used two eggs and not one. The Apple cinnamon French toast was the star of my breakfast. The French toast was fluffy and was so delicious. I really enjoyed the fact that they were not overly sweet. I decided right there on the spot, that I will be ordering this every time I come back to here. Also starting at 4pm until close is there cocktail hour, unfortunately I didn't make it back to there. But in passing, the crowd was nice and the drinks look amazing. read more

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This is a great spot for a quick pre-dinner cocktail and/or appetizer. It has such cute decor inside, and I would love to go back for breakfast/coffee. The cocktails were divine and innovative. read more

I've been to shirt factory several times. To grab a quick coffee, have a girls night with cocktails on the patio, brunch with my husband, and every single time it has been amazing. Their menu is creative and fun, but not so fancy that it feels unwelcome. They're always changing up their specials so the menu never gets old. Their staff is always engaging and friendly and the prices are very reasonable for the quality. We're lucky enough to live right around the corner, but would gladly drive out of our way to come here if we didn't. read more

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I live in about 25 mins away, but every time I visit I comment on how it is well worth the drive! Here are a few reasons.. Interior: The building is historic (hence their name- it's an old shirt factory) which means several things-- tall ceilings, full wall windows, beautiful craftsmanship in the woodwork, doors and entryways. The mix of natural light coming through the windows and great interior design style gives customers a bright & airy welcome. Seasonally, Alix (co-owner) switches up the decor to match the season. Let me tell you, Christmas time is absolutely stunning and should not be missed Exterior: new to the Factory is a boozy patio! The attached photos were taken while enjoying the sunshine on their quiet patio right outside the building. Drinks: Scott (co-owner) is a craft cocktail genius. I'll admit I'm not well-versed in bartending and what it really takes to put together a tasty and aesthetically pleasing drink. So, luckily I'm not behind the bar. If you're like me, trust Scott's genius and try something new! I haven't had a bad drink yet! Food: I usually come to the Shirt Factory for a coffee drink or cocktail but this visit I had their Bob Hope sandwich. WOW! Would definitely recommend! read more

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We come here allllllll the time. Primarily for drinks and their small plate meals. Always delicious. Really creative drinks and local craft beers. Don't ask for a gin and tonic! Live a little and get one of Scott's masterpiece cocktails! read more

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Such a great café. My son and I came in for some hot chocolate after I visited 810 Meadworks next door. He also had a chocolate muffin, and I had a cup of one of today's soups: potato and white cheddar. Everything was great. They use milk and chocolate syrup for their hot chocolate so it's very rich, and the potato soup tasted great. Their menu also includes salads and sandwiches, as well as a variety of coffees, lattes and related beverages for those of you who are into that sort of thing. Service was excellent. read more

Shirt Factory - Entrance - Sandwiches Near Me - Medina, New York

I can't believe I haven't reviewed this place yet. I absolutely love the Shirt Factory Café! Medina is really fortunate to have such a great little café in its downtown. It's quaint and homey and almost hipster. It's the kind of place you want to sit and sip coffee while reading a great book, doing homework, working on your manuscript, or gazing into the eyes of the sweet thing sitting across from you. Or in my case on my most recent visit, while you share a great conversation with your daughter. My daughter and I had just gotten matching tattoos down the road at Canalside Tattoo Company & we wanted to grab a bite to eat somewhere kind of special. Shirt Factory Café is definitely the kind of place you feel you had a special lunch. We each ordered a sandwich & coffee, but it felt very special. Customer service is great. The people are really nice. There's ample seating & I love how the tables aren't uniform. My turkey sandwich was awesome, and I had a drink called a Dirty Snowman Latté (which I probably ordered more for the name than for the drink itself), and my daughter had a Cuban & a latté. We both loved our sandwiches. I had a side of soup with mine - chicken and rice. It was more of a porridge consistency than a soup. I had a hard time eating it because of the texture. I feel like that's the kind of thing a person might now expect when ordering soup, and maybe they should have given me a heads-up as to how thick it was going to be. The taste was ok, but I'm a texture person and I just couldn't eat it for that reason. I did get filled up on my sandwich though, so no worries. Any time I'm in Medina I try to stop in, and I might start making special trips to Medina just for a reason to stop in. It's a MUST if you live in, near, or go through Medina. read more

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Beware. Watered down drinks. A typical cocktail has 1.5 to 2 ounces of liquor. Here they use a half ounce jigger (not even) and shake it with ice and serve it over ice. As a person who has worked as a bartender and in food service for years, I was shocked when I paid $16 to upgrade my cocktail to Basil Hayden when it contained less than half an ounce of the bourbon. I'd like to think we just got a bad bartender but all the bells and flower, orange peel, and egg white garnish whistles make me think they believe they are really getting away with something. I'm no stranger to paying $12-$18 for a cocktail in Boston or NYC, but I wouldn't pay $5 for these watered down drinks. read more

Took a drive to Medina on a nice Saturday afternoon. Stopped at the Shirt Factory for lunch. The building is old, but very nice inside. They had indoor and outdoor seating. We had great sandwiches. read more

Shirt Factory - Inside area - Sandwiches Near Me - Medina, New York

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This is where I had my first meal when I moved to Medina. It felt like an international-level cafe that you would find Singapore, NYC or London. I miss the food, atmosphere and wonderful owners. read more

Totally getting revamped after the pandemic. They have a new chef that's SUPER talented. The food is really great, and so are the treats and desserts. The coffee all day is great, and it's so fun that it converts to a cocktail bar at night! The staff is really great, and if you want to see what they have going on, CHECK THEIR INSTAGRAM! The coffee and food items and cocktails they post ALWAYS look so beautiful! read more

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Love love love. The bartenders are attentive and helpful to find the night drink. From coffee to bourbon, everything is quality and well thought out! read more

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First time at the shirt factory for boozy brunch per their progressive advertising on their Instagram page. They had 2 large tables full of people/parties at back of restaurant, tables full and tables needing to be cleaned, so we waited for a table to be cleaned off (after asking). We had no idea what to do. We sat at our table waiting for a server to show up with menus, then I realized No one was coming to our table & a large party was going to front of building where bar area was with their menus & orders. It wasn't clear what to do, so it felt uncomfortable from the minute we walked in. I desperately looked for signage that might read "seat yourself or wait for hostess, order here". The two parties and tables around us had drinks coming to their tables like breakfast shots with slice of bacon on top, bloody Mary's, mimosas and we couldn't even get our coffee and water til our food came out (which took a while). We were looking forward to our breakfast shots, but unfortunately I think someone forgot, and I got my shot after I finished my breakfast croissant. Was very disappointing as we were hopeful to get another drink with our breakfast and thought the shots would of come out first like all the other tables around us. There was a couple sitting behind us who sat down and their breakfast and drinks were out right away. I think we didn't stand a chance at anything coming out of the kitchen or bar in a reasonable time. Everyone around us had their boozy breakfast and drinks and clearly had a better experience than we did. I mean it was just 2 of us! My husband said he wouldn't go back. He liked his breakfast quesadillas but was disappointed in lack of beverages at the "Boozy brunch". It's a different culture and style of service. Nothing special how we hoped it would be as we're finally comfortable eating out again and we're looking forward to a new place to try. We had also drove 30 minutes to get here, and I was starving the whole way home. It would of been nice to have fresh fruit, avocado slices or potato of some kind to order. If you at all have aches and pains in your hips/legs/back you wouldn't appreciate the chairs to sit on. We really were hoping for a great experience to talk about, but I'll just leave it up to you to try yourself. At least their social media looks Amazing. read more

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Had a friend recommend this cafe and finally got a chance to check it out. To start if you don't already know the exact location you may just drive right on by. I did just that. The business name is locate on the door alone. Super cute when you enter... there are 2 different areas for seating. When you walk in it's so bright and def has all the cafe vibes with a few small tables for 2 and high top seating along the window. As you head to the back it's a totally different style...less bright more on the darker side but there is additional seating for larger groups. The menu has a nice variety. The girl at the counter was super friendly and helpful with all of my questions. I ordered a Cufflink which is cold brew with sweet cream...you can also add a flavor shot(for an extra charge...but worth it!). Soooooo refreshing and tasty! I literally could have ordered 2...for myself. I opted for the pick 2 for lunch...where you can choose from soup, 1/2 sandwich or salad. I went with the 1/2 sandwich and salad...for my sandwich I got the Bob Hope which comes with turkey, bacon, provolone, roasted peppers, italian mayo served on the freshest of focaccia. That italian mayo was amazing...it really took a pretty basic sandwich to the next level! For my salad I ordered the Blondie which had avocado, goat cheese, apples, and candied pecans. I think they may have given me the wrong dressing. The menu read it came with lemon vinaigrette...but I'm pretty sure I got a honey mustard dressing. Needless to say I was not at all mad about the mix up! That.Dressing.Wow. Delicious! Both the salad and sandwich were items I would definitely recommend and definitely get again. My only real complaint would be that the sandwich really needed a couple more slices of turkey on it. I'm not one who likes a ton of meat on my sandwich but this was quite slender...a couple more slices would make this sandwich absolute perfection! **candy jars filled with a variety of nostalgic candy were set out for the taking!!! What a cute gesture! read more

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They appear to be in a transition. Located on a side street in downtown Medina. Once a shirt factory! They are a coffee dessert shop by day and a progressive hip bar by night. We stopped in and enjoyed the chocolate malt cake with a drink it was so long I forgot the name of it. It was really good. The drink menu is not average. Drinks infused with lavender and fresh fruit. With the everything old is new again... use of flavored bitters. The building looks like a bright cheery soda shop in the front and a wood kitchy coffee house in back. Patio wasn't open the day we where there, but they might be on to something read more

I wrote my first review 5 years ago. I just visited again in October and it is once again a 5 star establishment. New local owners that have poured their heart and soul into this place. So glad to see it. PS their innovative cocktails are reason enough to stop by. Hope to be back in the summer. read more

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Great taste but very expensive I bought two drinks for like 10 dollars and I honestly can barely casually buy drinks without going broke

The Shirt Factory is a great place to go for brunch with a friend; and definitely delicious with great service. However the prices I think are insane for the amount of food that you get. read more

I'm always on the hunt for new cafes in WNY. I heard about this one a while back and knew I needed to visit, but it took me three months to do so! (This, by the way, was a mistake). I finally visited with a friend after church, and we both loved it! The interior is super hip and warm, and has plenty of seating, from a communal tablet to couches to two-seat-tables to a delightful counter in front of the window with barstools. They kept the history of the building alive with brick everywhere and a huge picture in the back of the former owners (I think) of the factory. I ordered a vanilla latte and a cheese/bacon/egg croissant, and my friend ordered the same meal but with a chai tea latte. The vanilla latte was one of the best I've ever had, and the sandwich was fresh, hot and oh-so-delicious. I didn't try the chai but my friend loved it. I'm definitely planning on returning soon to study and try more of their huge, affordable menu! read more

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The Shirt Factory is a unique little space that serves drinks...coffee, cocktails, beer and wine! They just recently started making cocktails. The space is split into two...the front half looks like a coffee shop with a bar counter and some high table tops while there are more tables located in the back. We got the chai "it takes a village", "don't kid yourself, I look fabulous" and the Fall Fest beer by Ellicottville. The chai cocktail was delicious! The "don't kid yourself" cocktail was very sweet and had a big hit of lavender, very good! Both cocktails were very beautiful looking and came with awesome garnishes. This is a cool place to have a drink, sit and talk! Can't wait to go back to Medina and stop in again! read more

Like I said in my previous review, I enjoy the food & coffee here so of course I want to keep giving them a try. I returned and once again the service left me feeling unwelcome and awkward. As a loyal fan despite the bad service I finally think it's time for me to take a break from coming here. read more

I've been here a few times while in Medina for work. I love this place! It's a cute little coffee shop in the downtown Medina area. The staff is always very friendly. I've had coffee, smoothies, breakfast sandwiches, and chicken salad here. Everything has always tasted good and fresh. I love the decor inside. It feels very cozy and I love how much sunlight there is. If you're ever in Medina and looking for a good cup of coffee and quick bites to eat, this is the place! read more

This place has amazing fresh juices and specialty coffees. The back room is super welcoming and a nice place to sit and chat or use the free wi-fi. read more

This place is awesome! The wait staff is very friendly, they have really unique choices for brunch, their coffee is superb and strong. They have smoothie options, juice options, and food that's both sweet and savory. The vibe is very cozy, and the decor is tasteful and the lighting from the windows is really great for a sunday brunch! They have counter service, but they serve you your food. Neat set up and location! read more

I can't say enough about the quality of the food, the delightful baked goods and the drinks! What a wonderful escape from all the COVID 19 stuff to get food delivered during this time period read more

I tried their Bloody Mary at this year's Buffalo Bloody Mary Fest and all I can say is WOW. As a self-proclaimed Bloody Mary enthusiast, I've had more than my fair share of good bloodies and I can honestly say that theirs is my favorite. I decided to give them a call to place a pick up order for Bloody Mary mix and when they heard that I lived an hour away, they offered to drop off or meet me wherever would be most convenient. They went absolutely above and beyond to accommodate me, and I couldn't be more pleased by not only the amazing Bloody Mary but also by the service they offered. I will most definitely continue to support this awesome business and recommend them to anyone who will listen. Take it from someone who would drive two hours round trip for a Bloody Mary, this place is well worth it!!! read more

Shirt Factory - Bloody Mary mix!!! - Sandwiches Near Me - Medina, New York

This is a nice, informal place. They have original cocktails and outdoor seats in the summer.

Absolutely love it here,amazing food and drinks and friendly employees. They make you feel welcome when you come in.

Amid the mix of historic/urban decay of this sleepy Canal town is the delightfully urban surprise of this locally-owned coffee shop... currently renovating the back, but it looks like it is trying to stay true to its old-time roots, with the old opera house across the street--warm paneled wood bannisters and cozy window seats. The coffee is brewed fresh by, I was warmly informed by yours truly, the owner, a surprisingly young and urban fellow, proudly showing off his copper gen-u-ine Italian espresso machine. They also have an appetizing looking menu of sandwiches and baked goods, which, next time I visit, I should try again. There are cute tables outside that remind me of a French cafe, and the general atmosphere is of an oasis for those urbanites that find themselves drowning out here in cornfields... read more

Apple cider was in season, so I skipped the coffee concoctions and went straight for the good stuff. It was packed with spices yet still sweetly apple-licious. Mmmmmmm. My friends and I then cozied up on a couch by an old fireplace where we promptly started looking through old yearbooks from Medina. Old means old. These yearbooks are older than my parents! Want to know what kids were doing in 1937? It was so much fun digging through the past, reading poetry and stories, seeing art prints, and reading the hilarious signed pages of a certain yearbook out there. Apparently kids got drunk before the legal drinking age of 18 back in the day at The Grove (which sadly burned down and has been built into something else!). Too bad... This Dave kid had some nice exploits there it sounds like! ;) The apple cider was delicious, but it's the atmosphere that earns 4 solid stars from me! read more

Cute little lunch spot in downtown Medina. There's a limited menu of paninis (8-10), sandwiches (3), and salads (3), and coffee drinks. The space used to be a custom shirt company with many famous clients, as advertised by the historic clippings and pictures on the wall. I got the Al Capone (ham, mozzarella, and pepperoni) on wheat panini and side salad. The panini was nothing special - I think I could have made it on my George Forman, but it was fresh and tasted fine. The side salad was heavy on the black olives, onions, and parmesan, light on the greens. The combination came with chips and a pickle. All in all, it was a pleasant experience, but nothing I couldn't make myself. There's also local art on the walls, and the cousins say that it's different every time they come in. They were advertising dessert and a movie, one every two weeks for the rest of the year. I would definitely go again if in the area for a quick bite. read more