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Genesee Brew House

brittanygrage — 2024-10-09 16:11:44 UTC

New York State's oldest brewery, Genesee Brew House was founded in 1878! Stop by to taste a variety of their beers, grab some food, and enjoy the views.

Brighton Farmer's Market

brittanygrage — 2024-10-09 16:23:37 UTC

The Brighton Farmers Market currently operates right in the parking lot of Brighton High School on Sundays throughout the year. They have lots of local vendors selling produce, flowers, baked and canned goods, and more! There typically is also music, food trucks, and plants as well.

Mt Hope Cemetery

brittanygrage — 2024-10-09 16:31:10 UTC

My dog, Penny and I love to walk through Mt Hope Cemetery! It is beautiful especially in the Fall when the leaves are changing colors, but it is very quiet and relaxing and the paths are always well kept throughout any season

Carnegie Cellars

brittanygrage — 2024-10-09 16:38:51 UTC

Carnegie Cellars is a wine bar right by the Memorial Art Gallery/Neighborhood of the Arts! It is an open space with seating or space at the bar, delicious food items, beer and wine.

Angelina's in the South Wedge

brittanygrage — 2024-10-22 18:53:50 UTC

Angelina's is a new(er) restaurant located in the South Wedge! Their menu is seasonal and will change based on what ingredients are fresh that time of year. One of my favs!

Stem

brittanygrage — 2024-10-22 19:01:01 UTC

This one is dangerous if you have a green thumb...this beautiful new plant store, Stem, is located on Monroe Ave and has affordable house plants, and even a sale rack!

Tavos

brittanygrage — 2024-10-22 19:01:59 UTC

Tavos is a Mexican restaurant in the Winton Village! They have a large menu and indoor and outdoor seating - and great margaritas.

Melo Coffee & Kitchen

brittanygrage — 2024-10-31 16:29:48 UTC

Melo on University has delicious food, coffee, and lunch items! They also provide wifi and seating in their space throughout the week

AmFm

brittanygrage — 2025-05-21 20:00:32 UTC

AmFm is a new coffee shop right by Parcel 5 with delicious breakfast items - they are also open late on Fridays for cocktails and vinyl records and serve Brunch on the weekends.

Cheshire

brittanygrage — 2025-05-21 20:02:47 UTC

This hidden speakeasy in the South Wedge, Cheshire, is unassuming from the street, but has amazing cocktails!

Jen's Bread

brittanygrage — 2025-05-21 20:03:49 UTC

Jen's Bread is a hidden gem in the North Winton Village. Only open three days a week you have to get their early for delicious baked goods!

Unwine'd

brittanygrage — 2025-05-21 20:05:31 UTC

Unwine'd, owned by a Simon alum, is a wine bar by Parcel 5 (right across from Branca Midtown). You can choose from 40 self-pour dispensers and charcuterie options to snack on.

Pearson's

brittanygrage — 2025-05-21 20:06:48 UTC

Pearson's is a coffee shop with delicious breakfast options, but also a sneaky good lunch menu! A great place to post-up and study in the Park Ave neighborhood. (They have a must-try tiramisu latte)

Poke Sushi

brittanygrage — 2025-05-21 20:08:30 UTC

Poke Sushi is an awesome small spot (call ahead for a reservation). They have tons of roll options and fun cocktails or Sake.

Montgomery Court

brittanygrage — 2025-05-21 20:22:38 UTC

Off East Ave, you will find Montgomery Court tucked away. They have coffee, breakfast, and lunch items on the menu.

Lento

brittanygrage — 2025-05-21 20:23:55 UTC

Lento, is located is the Village Gate and has a farm to table menu that rotates. They also have a great wine selection (this is one of Wayne France's favorites!)

Fiamma Centro

brittanygrage — 2025-05-21 20:26:13 UTC

Located off of University Ave, Fiamma Centro serves italian food and has a wood burning pizza oven. They also have an upstairs so this is a good spot for large parties

Jack's Extra Fancy

brittanygrage — 2025-05-21 20:27:39 UTC

Jack's Extra Fancy is located in the North Winton Village and has fun cocktails, beers, and a small food menu. There is limited parking, so be prepared to park on the street - but there is indoor/outdoor seating for the warmer months!

Branca Midtown

brittanygrage — 2025-10-15 16:12:47 UTC

Branca Midtown updates its menu relatively often - but always has great pizza & pasta options! They also have outdoor seating during the warmer months - located right in Parcel 5.

Redd Wood

brittanygrage — 2025-10-17 20:33:39 UTC

Redd Wood is a cozy yet upscale spot in Rochester serving creative, seasonal plates — the kind of place that feels special but still laid-back enough for a weeknight dinner.

Fifth Frame Brewing

brittanygrage — 2025-10-21 16:17:52 UTC

Fifth Frame Brewing Co. relocated out by the lake on St. Paul Blvd, but it is worth the visit! (about a 20-minute drive from downtown)

Letchworth State Park

brittanygrage — 2025-10-21 16:26:59 UTC

Letchworth State Park is known as the “Grand Canyon of the East.”.It features stunning waterfalls, scenic gorge views, and miles of hiking trails. Perfect for a day trip or a weekend adventure!

Mendon Ponds Park

brittanygrage — 2025-10-21 16:28:47 UTC

Mendon Ponds Park has lots of great walking trails that are well-maintained. It is one of Monroe County's largest parks - so be sure to plan out which trail you want to adventure on before getting there!

Ellison Park

brittanygrage — 2025-10-21 16:29:48 UTC

Ellison Park is one of our (Penny's) favorites! There are lots of walking trails in and out of the woods, a playground if you have kids, sports fields, and outdoor pavilions you can rent for a get-together!

Fuego Coffee

brittanygrage — 2025-10-21 16:34:27 UTC

Fuego is located off Woodbury Ave - this is my favorite coffee shop in Rochester!

The Sheffield

brittanygrage — 2025-11-17 20:01:02 UTC

Located on Monroe Ave, The Sheffield, is a cozy pub, with a food menu full of sandwiches and burgers and draft beer on tap.

Hydra Coffeehouse

brittanygrage — 2025-11-17 20:04:19 UTC

Hydra Coffeehouse, is located on Monroe Ave (next to DogTown). They have an array of espresso drinks, coffee, seasonal flavors, and delicious pastries. Inside also has two floors of seating to spread out and get some work done!

Little House Roc

brittanygrage — 2025-11-17 20:05:55 UTC

Located in the North Winton Village, the Little House Roc, is a new coffee hut where you can order delicious espresso or coffee to-go!

Chortke

brittanygrage — 2026-02-25 15:14:07 UTC

Chortke is a cozy Persian restaurant in Rochester known for its flavorful kebabs and warm, family-style hospitality.

Good Luck

brittanygrage — 2026-02-25 15:21:02 UTC

Good Luck is one of Rochester’s go-to spots for a fun night out, known for its burger you can share with the table, great cocktails, and located right in the Neighborhood of the Arts!

Fiorella

brittanygrage — 2026-02-25 15:24:14 UTC

Fiorella is one of my ROC favorites! Located in the Public Market they have a small but delicious italian menu.

Edibles Restaurant

brittanygrage — 2026-02-25 15:28:15 UTC

Edibles Restaurant & Bar is one of those classic Rochester spots that’s always reliable and has a menu that works just as well for a casual lunch as it does for a nicer dinner out.

Pizza NOTA

brittanygrage — 2026-02-25 15:31:05 UTC

Pizza NOTA recently opened up in the neighborhood of the arts - and is SO good! You can eat in or do takeout

El Kapitan

brittanygrage — 2026-02-25 15:32:50 UTC

A great spot for takeout - El Kapitan is located right on Park Ave. I love the quesadilla, but the burritos are also up there!

Sagra Italia

brittanygrage — 2026-02-25 15:35:50 UTC

Sagra Italia is a new spot on St Paul (same owners as Tapas) and has some delishish Italian food with homemade pastas, cutlets, and cocktails! It is more a fast-casual vibe, ordering at the bar.

Cobbs Hill Resevoir

brittanygrage — 2026-02-25 15:38:00 UTC

Cobbs Hill Reservoir is a popular Rochester spot to walk, run, and bike around the water- or challenge yourself by sprinting up the big hill while taking in the city views!

The Gate House

brittanygrage — 2026-02-25 15:40:13 UTC

The Gate House, located in the neighborhood of the arts, has a huge menu full of salads, pizzas, burgers and lots of shareables! A great spot to go to before heading to a show at the RBTL.

Easy Sailor Tiki

brittanygrage — 2026-02-25 15:44:23 UTC

Easy Sailor is a tiki-style bar on Park Ave, known for its immersive tropical vibe and creative rum-forward cocktails. They also have some great food options - but be sure make a reservation!

Nosh

brittanygrage — 2026-06-25 14:50:47 UTC

Nosh serves modern American food & craft cocktails. The food leans a bit asian-southwest fusion.

The Brickyard Trail at the Sandra L. Frankel Nature Park

brittanygrage — 2026-06-25 14:54:46 UTC

The Brickyard Trail at the Sandra L. Frankel Nature Park is a 0.8-mile multiuse path that provides a direct pedestrian and bicycle connection between Elmwood Avenue and Buckland Park on Westfall Road

Forno Tony

brittanygrage — 2026-06-25 14:56:07 UTC

Forno Tony is open Thursday through Saturday and is a Roman style bakery with delicious pizaas, sandwiches, gelato, and desserts! They usually sell out so go early!

Cedar

brittanygrage — 2026-06-25 15:02:50 UTC

Cedar is a local Lebanese restaraunt on Monroe Ave. They have great take-out options for healthy meals.

Cure

brittanygrage — 2026-06-25 15:06:51 UTC

Cure is located in the Public Market and has fun cocktails and a small bar. They also have tables to sit down and enjoy their French cuisine.

Shell

brittanygrage — 2026-06-25 15:08:28 UTC

Shell is a new Rochester restaraunt, with intimate (and limited) seating. They have a tasting menu or items you can select of thier fine dining menu.

Iron Tug

brittanygrage — 2026-06-25 15:14:16 UTC

Iron Tug is a brewery on Park Ave, with a dog friendly patio. They don't serve food, but do have free popcorn, indoor seating, and a back patio

Scoop n Twist

brittanygrage — 2026-06-25 15:48:19 UTC

Who doesn't love ice cream? Scoop n Twist is located in 12 Corners (Brighton) and has tons of ice cream flavors, sundaes, and more!

Chickn' Out

brittanygrage — 2026-06-25 18:29:02 UTC

Chick'n Out is a casual fun spot to grab - you guessed it, chicken. They have ton of sides and sauces as well as a bar

Tony D's

brittanygrage — 2026-06-25 18:31:45 UTC

Tony D's is a large restaraunt, great for large groups. They have coal-fired ovens turn out thin-crust pizzas in a bustling spot with Italian entrees & an outdoor patio

Bar Bill Tavern

brittanygrage — 2026-06-25 18:35:15 UTC

Bar Bill is a tavern-style restaurant and sister spot to a well-known Buffalo restaurant famous for its chicken wings. It also serves other Buffalo staples, including beef on weck