places to eat in rochester

Thursday, August 03, 2006

Asian Fusion

Alternative to the norm


Le Lemon Grass - a rare chance to get vietnamese in Roc City

Aja Noodle - In 12 Corners Brighton

Fast Food

Roc City loves its Hots!

Dog Town hots - Dog Town is a good place for lunch on Monroe Ave.

English

“a pub from over there, over here”

Old Toad - The Toad as real Brits who will awe you with thier thick accents, also fish and chips of coarse.

German

Get out your hosen, and pretend your the Hoff.



Swan's Market - This place is the real deal, if you havent you need to.

Wednesday, August 02, 2006

Caribbean

Hey mon you gotta do it

Tu Casa - Tu Casa is the real deal, thanks to Pablo for pointing out this gem, were lovin it.


LJ's Jamaican Cuisine II - Have not been here in a long time but memory says its pretty good.

Indian

This post is dedicated to Gman...lovin the injun


Thali of India - Gman loves it here, and he has lots of indian expirence that you can count on.

Tandoor - Gman took me to dinner here and it was good stuff, do it!

Pubs

Beer and a Burger

Merchants Grill - Great homemade chips, not a bag burger

Jeremiah's Tavern - Best wings in the world!

Northfield Food and Drink- Stay away on Friday night, too many meatheads...

The Brewery Pub & Grill in Honeoye Falls- This place has great views and good food, worth the drive.

JB Quimby's - CP says the soup is good, you be the judge.

Tuesday, August 01, 2006

Fine Dining

Bon Apetite

The Social- A new favorite...Great place Great food

Rooney's -Always great food, some of the best service in town

Black and Blue - Pittsford Plaza at its best

Hicks and McCarthy - comfort food, youll find Jen and I here when its snowing

2 Vine - Great atmosphere, Great service

Eros - Its behind the Little near 2vine

Tournedos -If you stop in the bar say hi to Jackie. Best steak in Roc City

Maxx at Eastman Place - Nice place for a drink or dinner downtown. Next to Eastman Theater

Maxx Chop House - Odd location in strip mall in Brighton, great steak.

Remengtons - Good Soups, nice meat quality, oldschool vibe.

Bamba Bistro - Nice high-end joint

Lola Bistro - you might strike it rich

Edibles - Try the perogies

Erie Grill - Gourmet menu, laced up tight, you may fit right in...

Richardsons Canal House -Great canal view, in the summer.

BBQ

Lick it up


Dino - great expirence.


Sticky Lips - 2nd best...but good


Beale Street Café - Cajun stylee

Diners

Dining at its best


Flower City Diner - "Comfort food gone gourmet" Jerry will awe you with his original home style meals...New location at the corner of East Ave and Old Penfeild road

Jines - Weve been going here for years and the banana bread french toast is the best thing on the menu, really.

Highland Park Diner - Ive never really had a bad meal, good not great

South of the Border

Jen says OLE'


Mex - head to the bar and order a Cadillac Marguerite

Paolas - this place is authentic fer sure, you gotta di it

Taco Johns - This is a new place, prety interesting painting on the wall, not a bad taco in-sight

Chilango's - Jerry and Craig say this is the best in Town, I cant wait to try it out

Ice Cream

Only one worth going to that I know of, I wish we had a Gelato place.

Corn Hill Creamery - The owner makes it all from scratch, using a special blend from Pittsford Dairy Farm...Hey Im sold, this stuff is real good!

Thai

There really is only one

King and I - Best Thai in town, ask CP if you dont believe me!

House of Siam - .Nice views of the river and good food too.

Chinese

好的妙语Apetite


Golden Port -Another one of Gman's favorites...

Kam Wah - Natives think this place is good, I agree.

Shanghai - Takes me back to my RIT days.

Cafe/Deli

Get Satisfied!

Javas Cafe - This is a coffee shop but don't be fooled...The soup and sandwhiches rule!

Park and Oxford deli - Slow service...Great sandwhiches on Park Ave.

Magnolias - If you want to sit on the Ave and eat Magnolias dont dissapoint.

Orange Glory - This is the freshest food and coolest attitudes on East ave, Jackie is the genius behind this gem, you cant miss her with the orange hair.

Open Face - Try the half and half, you get to try two of the amazing sandwich creations, and the cookies are to die for.

First Taste - Best Garbage plate in Roc City, dont be surprised if they are out of something, itsw all made fresh.

Yumbos- Sweet lunch spot on the west side, a little Louisiana in the Roc

Cole and Parks- If your at Eastview and you want to beat the crowds and chains head toward Victor, for sandwiches, and great baked treats.

Coffee/Tea

One of these four has your flavor...


Java's - The premier coffee joint in Roc City, my personal favorite!

Spot Coffee - Its just a bit watered down, still not bad

Starry Nights - This unique little joint holds it own.

Boulder coffee - Damn good coffee, if your in the South Wedge.

Monday, July 31, 2006

Pizza

Pizza Pizza


Cobbs Hill Pizza - downhome italian family style atmophere, open late...


Slice of Napa - Its worth the drive to Victor...


Guida's - Eastside favorite.


Pizza Stop - Next time your truckin through Mid-Town Plaza get a slice of Brooklyn to go.


Veneto- Gourmet pizza at its best, that pasta is serious business as well. Dont forget to order a bottle of local wine.

Japanese/Korean

환영

Seoul Garden -Remmey says this satisfys, we should check it out!

Kobay Japanese Restaurant- Looks like a cool place, great park ave location.

Sushi

糖菓 Apetite


House of Sushi - My friend Wayne put this place together, its really clean, great sushi, nice service.

Shiki - Ive never been to Shiki, but if Craig and Adam say its good, you know your straight in it.

California Rolling - Its in Village Gate, its been hit or miss, lots of friends give the big up...you decide.

Mediterranean

απολαύστε τα μεγάλα τρόφιμα


Alexandria's - East End favorite, youll find me here during a biz lunches.


Sinbad's - Park ave favorite, see and be seen by the roc city freak show.


Olives Greek Taverna - Olives is getting great reviews from the Gs.


Olive Tree Greek Restaurant - Great place near the new Strong museum.

Italian Favorites

buono apetite


Bacco's - a Park ave. favorite...make sure you have time for a bottle of wine.

Lucano - Lucano is a true sleeper, dont let the strip mall fool ya, its one of the best.

Michael's Valley Grill - Michaels is one you can count on to satisfy family or frinends from out of town.

Biaggi's - If your shopping late and your craving some Lasagna Biaggi's is your game.


Portobello - Old-school goodness, dont let made guys scare you, the food will blow you away.

Veneto - Great pizza, Great pasta.

Panzari's - Best chicken soup in Roc City.

Roseys Italian Cafe - Rosey will greet you with a smile, always a full house at lunch time.

Infantino's - This guy takes his Italian seriously, and by the way leave your celly in the car.

Mr. Dominics - Rochster tradition by the lake at Charlotte Beach.

Gusto - New place, not sure yet, lets see how they hold up.

Papa Joes - West Side...Need I say more.