Suggestions for Dining and Drinking near Central Business District, Rochester

Tom M. • April 15, 2016Had Family Style Ribs, Brisket, Chicken, Greens, BBQ Beans, Corn, more. Always good. Get there EARLY!

Elliot V. • April 15, 2016Best New York style pizza in Rochester. Love the specialty options.

Dan B. • April 24, 2017Nice, modern space. Very good service. We had a few issues with our meal but were quickly resolved. Solid beer menu and creative cocktails. Will definitely return, hope this helps revive downtown!

Kartik S. • May 3, 2014Cinnamon chipotle mocha is really good

Hano A. • February 18, 2016Perfect place to work. Hot chocolate, smoothies, cookies and bagels all day.

Sebastian C. • June 18, 2017The coffee is superb, extremely well done and delicious. Not a fun of the "food" options but great place to stay a while and enjoy great coffee

Andrew S. • April 5, 2012The owners are very welcoming and it's a great place to go with a group of friends for food, drinks, and ambiance! It's also great to live right by it as well! lol

Kevin W. • November 30, 2021Oh my god the Wagyu Rib-in was the best piece of beef I have ever had

Monica C. • July 5, 2017Specials on Tuesdays and some good beers on tap plus creative cocktails.

Shruti G. • February 12, 2010The spinach burger, lentil burger and chocolate cookies are must haves

Joe E. • March 9, 2015Really good latte, quiet on a Saturday morning, perfect for reading a newspaper.

Timothy H. • November 22, 2014Nice open spaces, lots of tables, gay friendly, delicious panini sandwiches and pastries. Student discount too!

Justin L. • July 28, 2011Quality yet inexpensive food with quick service and a nice atmosphere. Only downside is that they close before 5.

Richard B. • April 28, 2017Had a great panini for lunch. Get staff and concept.

Mike H. • February 18, 2016Best chicken wings in Rochester! Me and my buddies love going to Richmond's for their beer and wing specials

Sean C. • March 5, 2014Get the too kind. You won't be disappointed

Rui D. • April 9, 2017Any of the étouffées are delicious.

MaryEllen C. • July 29, 2016Casual and comfy with a small, but excellent, creative menu that's friendly to vegetarians. Great music too!

Mike B. • October 26, 2014The music is great. Very diverse.

Kyle M. • December 16, 2017An amazing craft cocktail bar with a beautiful atmosphere and amazing Creole food. Get a Kellman, followed by a hot chicken and a Genny Red. 👌

Mary M. • January 10, 2020Yum great Bantam greens and having the pasta special.

Sherry H. • August 9, 2013Get the haddock on spinach, it's fantastic!

Teresa C. • March 15, 2019Everything is good! In the summer I order individual slices. In the winter I love the sausage Stromboli. The subs, the lasagna everything is tasty, just like homemade.

Bram B. • July 18, 2013Get the hot sauce - better than Nick's Sauce

KaeLyn R. • April 19, 2014Veggie lunch buffet only $7.55! Order a traditional Ethiopian coffee service, something I haven't seen at any other local place. The owner is often the server & cook--she is very attentive & kind.

KeGoMo • May 6, 2015We loved the salads and quiche!!! All very fresh and reasonable prices. Couple of large hightop tables inside, few small tables outside as well.

Greg R. • September 19, 2019Great Atmosphere, fantastic food! Loved the scallops and pizza

Michael M. • September 22, 2011Oysters, pasta, tuna, and steak. Every meal I've had at Max's has been amazing! Just make sure to fill up your wallet before arrival. It's not cheap.

Kristin P. • December 12, 2015The bubble tea is delicious. I tried the "crazy" fusion sushi rolls and they were so great and filling. Definitely worth checking out.

Dino K. • August 17, 2018The gyro, lentils, chicken, its all good. I've never been disappointed.