The Tap it Bar and Grill

(83 reviews)

4.1 mi

The food was astonishing, get the juicy sauce. The snow crab was some of my favorite, as well as…read morethe potatoes and sausage. Very enjoyable experience with respectful, energetic and helpful staff. The atmosphere makes you feel like you're under the sea. And the playlist was the cherry on top.

Mother's Day is expected to be busy... but don't make people sit for 25 minutes. At a table for…read morefive. THEN tell them it's over an hour on tickets especially knowing everywhere else closes by 8-9pm. We would have gladly just left and not waited at the beginning.

Cutting the King Crab leg

Looks like a dance floor

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Seafood broil

Juicy Seafood

I ordered half pound of 3 items. There's no way that's what I got. 3 Scallops equal half pound? 4…read moreshrimp and a few mussels. RIP OFF big time. Over 70 dollars for an Appetizer.

I'm only giving this place one star because it won't let me give zero. the management of this place…read moreis extremely terrible. me and my girlfriend walked in and got sat, waited over 30 minutes to even get service while i sat there visibly looking at four people sitting there doing nothing. there were tables that were dirty right near us. our waiter who was extremely nice and amazing told us she had to do everything around here. she's a hard worker who had to work 5 tables by herself. The only good thing I have to say about this place is the food which I give a 8/10.

Family Special with snow crab legs, shrimp, clams

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Dirty table, been here since the moment we sat down

Mamma G's

Packed but good. Pasta was excellent. Great meatballs clean and safe…read more Bread wasn't great. Tasted like nothing

I recently visited Mamma G's for a mother-daughter lunch with my daughter. The restaurant itself…read morehas a very elegant, cozy atmosphere that made for a lovely setting. I ordered the pasta and shrimp special, which was absolutely delicious and full of flavor. Unfortunately, my daughter is vegetarian and ordered the Gnocchi Rossi, which was quite disappointing. It lacked flavor and was very bland compared to my meal. The biggest downside of our visit was the service. We were trying to enjoy some quality mother-daughter time together, but our waitress interrupted us constantly--almost every time we took a bite. We repeatedly assured her that everything was fine, yet she continued coming back to the table. At one point, while we were still actively eating, she asked if we were ready for boxes. When I said no, she replied, "Oh, okay, you're just taking your time." It definitely felt like we were being rushed rather than encouraged to relax and enjoy our meal. To top it off, we were never offered dessert or after-meal options. Despite feeling a bit rushed and annoyed by the constant interruptions, we still left a good tip because the waitress was working hard and remained polite. Overall, the food was a mixed experience, the atmosphere was wonderful, but the service made what should have been a relaxing mother-daughter lunch feel hurried.

Minestrone Soup ( Real Deal )

Minestrone soup

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Rella

Amazing food, wine, service. Atmosphere was very cool and something different; definitely worth…read morechecking out if you like seafood and wine.

We absolutely loved this place! Came here for date night and made reservations the day before. You…read moreget to sit at the counter and watch them prepare and cook all the food right in front of you. It was such a fun experience and quite impressive given how small the space is. My favorite dish was the New England Chowder Style Fish Soup. It was so fresh and flavorful. The cod tasted so good with the potatoes, carrots, onions and parsley. All of our dishes were prepared by a very friendly lady who immigrated from the DR. Everything tasted incredible and we left feeling very satiated. Definitely can't wait to come back! Would recommend making reservations beforehand since there's only space for ~16 ppl.

Octopus pasta with red wine and veal jus

Hard at work!

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All seating is at the bar

Mecate mexican restaurant

We decided to try a new place and i saw a pic of the Chili Relleno online and had to try it…read more The place is medium sized. The server was very helpful and attentive. The food was hot when it arrived and it did not disappoint. The chili was prepared differently from other places in town. The chili was un battered and placed on black beans in a bowl. Stuffed with cheese and topped with sauce. It was great. My partner got the carnitas and they came with grilled cheese and onions. They were pretty good too. Highly recommend trying Mecate. I'll definitely be back

Hubbo just recently realized this place existed and we have subsequently been twice. The food is…read morehot, fresh, and reasonably priced. The carnitas are a little bland.

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Juicy Crab

2.0

(1 review)

2.3 mi

This seafood boil that I received from this place was nothing short of sad like really sad the…read moreflavor was missing it was bland doesn't even give you the option of any type of flavor or heat that you want for your boil. some of the shrimp wasn't deveined they do give you a big portion so I guess they have that going for this establishment but they need flavor bad.

Phillips European Restaurant

I have dined here a number of times and I can't believe I've never threw a Yelp out. This is one of…read moremy favorite restaurants in the area. Always friendly staff and great food in a relaxing dining area. If the weather is nice, it's also great to sit outside on their patio. They have specials that are really good. I've never had anything bad here. And a few are looking for desserts, this is the place to go! As soon as you walk in the door, you can see all the dessert selections in their glass case. They also have ice cream imported from Maine, which is very very good. Give this place a try if you're in town.

Was not impressed. Pretentious little place. Must have reservation or you are eating at bar. This…read morewas across the parking lot from our hotel. The little booths are lovely. We were fortunate to get one of those. It was decorated very tastefully for Christmas. Dinner was good, portion size for price was ok. My vegetable side was smaller than a baby portion, 4 string beans, one carrot piece. I had sesame salmon, and it wasn't anything special. Glaze on side tasted like from a bottle off supermarket shelf. Husband had the chicken french/lemon something. He enjoyed it. Just nothing impressed with the meals. Desserts however, are unbelievably delicious and generously portioned! Had a tough time making decision. This place, known for its desserts has a full bakery display when you walk in. We shared a slice of cake, we loved it. I would definitely come back for dessert. Most likely takeout, if ever in area again. I don't plan to ever return to Rochester. It was one time situational visit. Service was courteous & friendly.

Sesame salmon

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Palmer's Direct to You Market

The Haddock fish fry never disappoints! Fresh food, friendly…read morestaff, immaculate establishment.

One of my parent's favorite local places to shop. I knew I needed to stop in for a holiday gift…read morecard for them, with so many great options for them to shop. Fresh large portions of seafood, baby back ribs, pork spareribs... those are their go to's. With great weekly specials, one of the best fish fry's around! Call ahead!! Love the many recipes though out the store to help you out, Currently under new renovations, but still open.

Take Out Shrimp Dinner: with one pound of shrimp(24), fries, coleslaw, sauces, roll, in a heavy duty box $12.99 - enough for two

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The Vesper

Found this place after looking for oysters in the area. They have $1 Oyster Thursdays!!! Amazing…read morestaff and solid drinks! Would highly recommend!

We came here to try a vesper. It was good. The food menu looked good but I didn't order a meal. The…read morepickles were fresh and the fries were tasty. I'd come back for dinner. I thought that the food prices looked expensive for the ambiance. It would be a nice place for a work dinner or first date.

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MicGinny's on the River

Our organization had an event at McGinnys on the river. Amy and Marissa were our servers and could…read morenot have been more accommodating! They were fast, friendly and their communication was excellent! we had pizza, wings and various appetizers as well as open bar which Amy and Marissa hustled to serve! Everything was great and we could not be more pleased!

Great selection of food. Wings were cooked to perfection. The potatoes were a great idea and…read moretasty! The soup was heavy on salt but would be excellent if they used a little less. Service was fast and the girls were busy keeping tables and outdoor cornhole customers orders as well. Super casual great bar. Menu prices are average.

So glad to see her bartending here!

Buffalo chicken Pierogies

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Lila's

4.4

(48 reviews)

6.1 mi

Best chicken sandwich I've ever eaten. This place is unreal and such a great option when staying…read moreat Hampton Inn ROC

Absolutely delicious lunch! Everything is homemade and the flavors were delightful. Treat yourself…read moreto a crispy chicken sandwich ... plenty big enough to share!!! Very friendly and attentive host!

A lounge style hotel bar with a Hollywood Glam Aesthetic

Onion Dip with House Made Chips

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Old Fashioned

Dinosaur Bar-B-Que

Amazing food and beer! Started with the Genesser ruby red kolsch pitcher…read more My wife and I tried the BBQ trio , brisket ribs and pulled pork with corn bread. Tomato and cucumber salad was great. My DIL had BBQ shrimp which she enjoyed . Two grandchildren enjoyed food and Saranac Shirley temples in bottles. They told half hour wait, but called in 15 minutes. Nice dam and falls close by.

Dinosaur Bar-B-Que definitely lived up to the hype! The brisket was absolutely amazing--tender,…read moresmoky, and packed with flavor. It was easily the standout of the meal and cooked to perfection. The sides were just as impressive. The mac and cheese was rich and creamy, the corn was delicious, and the cornbread was warm, moist, and the perfect complement to the barbecue. Everything tasted fresh and homemade, and the portions were generous. The atmosphere was lively and welcoming, and the service was friendly and attentive throughout our visit. Between the incredible brisket, delicious sides, and fun BBQ vibe, this was a fantastic dining experience. If you're in Rochester, Dinosaur Bar-B-Que is absolutely worth a visit. I'll definitely be back for more brisket!

Chimichurri chicken with Mac and cheese

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Honey crisp mule

Crisp Rochester

Locally owned & operated

Gluten-free friendly

Crisp was an incredible dining experience! The food was absolutely delicious. Every dish was full…read moreof flavor and beautifully presented. This place obviously takes a lot of care and attention to detail. The atmosphere is very welcoming and the service was wonderful. Our waitress was so knowledgeable of the menu and food choices. Save room for dessert! If you're a chocolate lover , the petite chocolate pot de creme is worth it!! I highly recommend crisp to anyone looking for delicious food and a great atmosphere. Can't wait to go back!!

Parking is a challenge! Drinks were all great…read more Everything else was meh. Ordered from the limited menu - no specials available? The food was disappointing lacked both flavor and presentation (shrimp & grits, fried chicken sandwich, braised beef & carrots). The order taker was nice but wasn't involved in serving / food delivery - this is often a mistake and clearly impacted quality & experience. We ordered two starters to share - smoked trout spread & billionaire bacon, the flavor of the smoked trout was odd (some spice/herb was off putting, the bacon never showed - must have been delivered to a billionaire - so we canceled it since we were so done with the bad food and service). I can't see dealing with parking again.

Pimento Cheese, Billionaire Bacon, Martini

CRISP Chicken & Churros

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Caesar Salad

Leonore’s

(44 reviews)

6.8 mi

If you have not yet tried Leonora's, do yourself a favor and go! I think it's one of the best…read morerestaurants in Rochester. The food is some of the most inventive, with completely unexpected combinations that absolutely delight. Every single ingredient they use is super high-quality and has a very distinctive place in the dish. We've been here three times and I've never once gotten a dish that felt like it didn't know what it was trying to be. Dish after dish comes out and you just can't believe how good everything is. We ordered additional plates two more times because we couldn't get enough of their incredible flavors. The tuna crudo is melt-in-your-mouth, the shrimp in the appetizer are voluptuously sweet and snappy, the beef curry is a must, and don't pass up the lime leaf cocktail peanuts. Cocktails are fantastic and just as inventive. It is a bit pricey, and portions are smaller (something I personally appreciate from the Swan family restaurants), sort of tapas like, so we reserve for special occasions, but it's certainly brings it for us when we are looking for that. I will say that, while it is great for two or three people having an intimate shared dinner, I can see how it could be difficult for a larger party because you could run up a pretty high bill, but everyone could still feel hungry at the end. So that may be something to consider. The ambience inside is so warm and inviting, but we never feel like we're without privacy. They've given a lot of thought to how they spaced the tables, and seat their guests so you can feel like you're in a popular spot, but still have a quiet conversation.

Delightfully, Innovative Thai inspired fusion cuisine. Enjoyed an assortment of small plates,…read moreincluding Big Shrimp , dumplings (Japanese eggplant + Duck scallion), cucumber salad, and a very unique crispy rice mango desert with amaro. Sam and staff are wonderful.

Milk Bread with Red Curry Butter

Squash n mushroom rolls

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Edibles Restaurant & Bar

A favorite spot for lunch or dinner. I've dined here off and on for many years. Service is always…read moreterrific and the food excellent. Ambiance is nice but can get noisy because of all the hard surfaces and high ceiling.

Food is consistently wonderful. Service is great. One of my favorite restaurants. Best salmon…read moreever!! Outside dining available.

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Gummy bear Martini

Nerdvana Rochester

Nerdvana is a great, comfortable place to go with a group of friends or to go to a nice dinner…read morealone. I have been to Nerdvana multiple times and everytime has been a wonderful experience. The atmosphere is spectacular. The food and drinks keep you coming back for me.

Overall, the experience here was just okay. The vibe of the place was great, the decor was fun, and…read moreour server was super nice. At our table, there was a game console built into the wall with about 20 games. We had fun playing, but we did fumble a bit with figuring out some of the games... although that might have more to dk with our age then the games. Food was the weak point. The bruschetta was the best dish, beyond that, everything else was kinda underwhelming. The poutine lacked flavor, the spinach and artichoke dip was bland, and the quesadilla and flatbread were just okay. It wasn't overpriced, but it wasn't a great value either. If someone asked me to go back, I'd do it for a chill game night and maybe a drink or two. But for the food, I'd choose somewhere else.

Dragon eggs - deviled eggs topped deep fried short ribs

Indoor seating

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Yash S.

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5 years ago

I've been coming to this bar for the last 4 weeks and it's definitely the highlight of my college life. They make you feel like family, the food is amazing and the occasional free pitchers is a nice bonus. I just cannot recommend that place enough!! read more

Sandra L.

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5 years ago

I have gone to this establishment several times and everytime I go the food is awesome. The atmosphere is outstanding everyone is very friendly and they acknowledge you when you walk in. I highly highly recommend them read more

Jennifer M.

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2 years ago

do not order!!! I have been a long time customer for a couple of years and thet cancelled my order with no reason. I will never spend money here again. bye! read more

S C.

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6 months ago

food and service were great lots of menu options and lots of beer to choose from. Had wings and a wrap. beer prices were fair

Hannah C.

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5 years ago

A family owned bar with great service, food & company! Definitely gotta stop by if you're in the area!

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