50 Best American Restaurants near East Rochester

“Great Diner, somewhat crowded during breakfast due to it's popularity plus it closes at 2pm which is the typical time for small diners. Food is very good. It can get a bit loud during peak times and be prepared to wait after giving your name, note the waiting area is very small but worth the wait !!!“

“SO happy we chose VRock for our little function. I really love the renovations they have made! It is beautiful in there. Perfect for fun or sexy get togethers. And the staff; SO NICE. We had two bartenders and they were very attentive, pleasant, and quite funny. I have not had a chance to try the food yet, but I definitely plan to visit again soon.“

“I have never had a bad meal here, no matter what I ordered. I have moved out of the area, however when i'm in the area it will be my stop for great food. I do miss truly great food you all provide. you guys are top notch!!!! I always tell friends to go to your place for the best.“

“LOVED THE FOOD!! So good and the atmosphere is amazing! Such great service“

“We had the most wonderful experience at Carnegie wine bar. We love the place. It was my 5th time there. We decided to try and get a seat at the bar on a very busy Sat night. When We walked in, there were 2 seats open. Couldn’t have gotten luckier. Meal was amazing! My favorite dish is the whipped ricotta with charred sour dough bread. I get it every time I’ve gone. The wine selections are immense. Service impeccable. But this time we had an over the top experience. Mike, the owner/host, asked us if we’re going to Mama Mia that night. We said no, but were thinking of getting last minute tickets because we were celebrating our 1st Anniversary. Mike gave us 2 tickets for that night’s show. We were so surprised by the act of kindness. Couldn’t have been more excited. When we got to the auditorium, our seats were in 6th row! What an awesome Anniversary we had. Thank you to Carnegie cellars wine bar and kitchen., we are definitely going to have to pay it forward!“

“Excellent food quality and so flavorful!“

“Great food, service and Friendly.“

“What an absolute gem! 💎 the best food (tapas) and wine selections in the area. They offer local to international wines, and the food is made to order and cooked to perfection! We’ve been twice and are going back with friends to share the experience. Our first time was taking our daughter there before she moved to Spain 🇪🇸 and again for our anniversary 🍾🥂. The shaved asparagus salad, grilled octopus, duck, corn dog and chicken shawarma were all excellent! I can’t wait to go back to try more!“

“A++ all around, staff knows what they are doing“

“All aspects of our dining experience were excellent; food, wine, service, atmosphere. Their menu is fairly brief but they put attention into each dish and it shows. We had the olives, both menu salads, the gnudi, and the Sunday sauce.
I make a Sunday sauce I've been refining for years, and tasting theirs has suggested a new approach for me, just great. The bill was very reasonable considering the quality of the experience.
Angelina's is a real gem, a terrific upgrade to this location.“

“always great food, great service.“

“My workplace had a party this past Saturday evening at this restaurant and it was absolutely amazing! The food was spectacular! Liza took care of us all evening and she was absolutely amazing too! I highly recommend this place.“

“Grew up in Rochester and this is was a really good, classic garbage plate. Add a bit more seasoning the mac salad and it would be 10/10“

“My family took me off my birthday. And was some place cool and different to go to.
All the food was pretty good. But my burger, which I asked for medium was well done.
there was a piece of bacon on it, which leads me to believe, because I asked for no bacon, that they put it in and then took it off.
It was not busy at all and this particular Sunday evening, and it took an extremely long time to get our food.
The call ahead for a reservation and they will be able to see us all in a round table for a party of 8, which was nice.
I loved the atmosphere of the style and the nostalgia.“

“Outstanding dinner, the salmon and filet were both perfect! The spinach fritters should be an appetizer if they were so delicious!“

“The atmosphere and food is so good. Excellent service and wonderful dining experience all around.“

“Great food, great service. Very nice atmosphere. The owner came to our table 3 times just to check on us.“

“Jess was great adding cinnamon to my wife's apple pie mule when they were out of an ingredient and it was awesome. The food was to die for, it just doesn't get any better. Thank you Jess for making a perfect experience bettrr.“

“Great breakfast and fantastic service.“

“Ate here while visiting family in the area. Service was excellent and the food was great. I ordered the Cajun catfish with Harlem potato salad and coleslaw as my choice of sides. A server brought us a plate of BBQ samples to try. Everything was good. On-street parking available plus a nearby parking ramp (for a fee). The place was noisy but had a great vibe.“

“Rooney’s hosted my colleagues and I today for an amazing dinner. It was mine, and many others first time at Rooney’s and all said the same thing- WE WILL BE BACK. The food was delicious, service amazing, and ambiance was quiet, chic, and moody.“

“Love this place, we've been coming here for years for family dinners, date nights, football games, etc.
Family owned, they are present and make their guests feel welcomed.
I highly recommend them for an enjoyable experience.
Great food, great people, warm atmosphere!!!“

“Awesome food and atmosphere on a Saturday night. Gorgeous sunset view, and amazing service by KIRIL Thank you. We will be back. Great new fall menu. 💕💕 Wonderful drinks and dessert. The pork chop was unbelievable. Live music . . . So good.“

“Service was phenomenal! Everything is homemade including drinks and is so delicious!“

“Food, atmosphere, server very good! Bruce picture of mimosas is where it's at. My only reason it's not 5 stars is that we had a weird miscommunication with he server. 2 people at the table asked for a side of churros and the other had chicken and churro entree. The server came over and said that they can't do the churros and so the person with the chicken and churros ordered side of fries instead and they 2 others with the sides of churros asked for sides of bacon instead. Fast forward, all of us got our entress instead of 1 person. They waited 15 minutes longer than everyone else. Then all of a sudden 3 sides of churros came out. The server said ok the kitchen is trying these. So now at this point everyone had their replacement sides and now 3 sides of churros. We assumed they "were testing them" since that's what the server said and they would be on the house since now that's too much food. But when we got the bill we were charged for the curros and the other sides. It was just confusing overall with the communication on that and then also we got charged for sides and the cjurros when we wanted 1 or the other not both. The manager, which I think is the owner was very nice and they comped the churros. It sounded like the server told them that we didn't like the churros, but it was more of the principle of being charged. Would definitely go back, I would never hold a miscommunication against a restaurant, but just wanted to voice a few things. Overall cool new spot“

“My family and I frequent the Pub and we always have a great experience. Last night was no exception (other than the completely oblivious Tesla owner who's alarm kept going off every 5 minutes obviously outside of anyone's control 🤣) I'd like to spotlight one of your incredible employees. I'm so upset I can't remember their name, as they've served us before and are always so wonderful. Curly blonde hair, kind and radiates curiosity and humility. My husband and I were watching the fireworks on the patio while our kids played over by the tree. A child similar in age to my kids approached them for help as they were lost and had no phone. The kids brought them over to the Patio. Without hesitation our server overheard the situation and jumped in offering their phone so they could call their parent/guardian. After overhearing an intense conversation with the child and their father, this server sensed their distress and offered to walk with them to the intersection where their parent told them to go. I walked in to the restaurant a bit later to use the restroom and overheard the other staff members concerned and discussing the whereabouts of their team member. Genuine concern and understanding after they learned the situation. The fact that this server felt comfortable enough to just up and help a patron speaks to not only her character, but this establishments leadership shadow and this incredible team. Tonight my children learned a lesson in kindness and humanity through the actions of this server, and my heart is full 💓 Thank you again and keep shining bright y'all!!“

“Late-Night Gem: Hungry in Pittsford, NY

After 9:30 PM, finding a spot for a quick and delicious bite can feel like a challenge, but Hungry in Pittsford delivered beyond expectations. I ordered their Hungry Wrap, Italian Sausage, and Platter Combo, and they whipped everything up in no time!

The Platter Combo was a crispy, indulgent medley of fried treats, cooked to perfection and paired with tangy sauces. The Hungry Wrap was a cheesy, flavorful delight—each bite was a symphony of fresh ingredients and bold seasonings. The Italian Sausage was packed with hearty flavors, perfectly balanced by caramelized onions and peppers in a soft, crusty roll.

Every dish was freshly prepared and absolutely delicious. Hungry not only nailed the taste but also the speed—an ideal spot for late-night cravings. If you’re ever in Pittsford and need a quick yet satisfying meal, don’t miss this place.“

“burgers are awesome I would definitely recommend“

“I tried the Winfield Grill for the first time yesterday. The atmosphere was pretty, I enjoyed the design details. The food and service was pretty good but not amazing. The Cajun dry rub wings were cooked perfectly and the blue cheese was really good but the excess rub on the wings was excessive. The Reuben was decent, but I wouldn't order it again.“

“The ultimate in Park Avenue dining and drinking was the perfect spot for spending a couple hours with our family between a wedding and the reception recently. Great conversation comes easily in the laid back atmosphere whether you take a table inside, outside or at the bar. Highly recommend... it's not often that a place is both a favorite of mom and dad AND their young adult children...but ROAM has been defying norms and succeeding fantastically for well over a decade. There's a reason for that. Great food, great drinks, great service. It doesn't get better than ROAM.“

“Hands down the wings are amazing... the owner is very personable and all about his establishment!“

“We recently had a surprise 40th birthday celebration for my daughter. There were 14 guests. We had brunch on a Sunday. Everything was wonderful. The General Manager, Webster was great to work with. He was very professional as well as personable. The staff was amazing. Very polite & we had exceptional service. The food was delicious. Everyone was very pleased with what they had. We would highly recommend the Brown Hound.“

“Great food, great service and great welcoming atmosphere !“

“My boyfriend and I had decided to do a lunch date here today. It was our first time. It was a great experience, the food was great, with good prices. The atmosphere was nice and calm, and the restaurant clean. The server was friendly and made us feel welcome (I do not remember her name but it was a blonde woman) We will definitely be back!“

“Went in with my family for the first time since the new owners opened in December 2024, amazing food & drinks! had an amazing experience with our waitress Nicole! she was so friendly and helpful! she recommended the artichoke & broccoli french appetizer & the brussel sprouts, she was spot on wen she said “it’s the best french sauce you will have” , the brussel sprouts, OMG! absolutely amazing! they were cooked and seasoned perfectly! We also ordered wings & she recommended the Sweet Heat BBQ for the sauce , & it is the perfect mix of heat & sweet ! Cocktails & Mocktails were delicious! Nicole gave us an amazing dining experience! We cannot wait to go back & try the smash burgers & fish fry’s! We will definitely be asking for Nicole as our waitress!!“

“Delicious. Great service. Definitely coming back.“

“Absolutely delicious breakfast - beautiful, fresh and so so tasty! Service was fantastic - will definitely return!!“

“showed up for dinner and they aren't open anymore“

“I’ve never had oxtails until coming here today, and the meat and gravy had my 15 month old and I licking our fingers. They know what they’re doing 👍🏽
The jerk chicken was 1 of the best flavored chicken I’ve ever had in my life, and the beef patty was so comforting. Delicious and outstanding food! Thank you for feeding us 🤎“

“All you can eat, allergy accommodating dining hall that puts it's students first. The staff is really welcoming and always says hello. You can get everything including pasta, the wok station, salad, fruit, soup, burgers and fries, sandwiches, desserts, ice cream, fresh bagels and English muffins, and whatever the hot entree's of the day are. Lackmann is always trying to find new and exciting things for students and loves getting feedback. Overall, a fantastic dining hall on campus!“

“I got the 1st ever wrap made at this location! It did not disappoint! 👏“

“I had my birthday/retirement celebration at I Square Wine Reserve Saturday night. Sara the event coordinator and Mike helped me make my plans. It was fabulous. Appetizers were delicious and the.Arancini’s were amazing. Everyone was complementing the chef. I was so happy to celebrate my special occasions there. A big thank you again to Mike and Sara and Olivia our bartender .👋👋👋“

“its the best, great way to meet people and talk about your pursuits“

“Today we had a problem with a takeout order at Flaherty's. The order we picked up was inaccurate. We called and the person who answered said to come back in a few minutes. When we returned we were greeted by the manager who offered his apologies for the mishap and offered to give us a free meal for our inconvenience. In summation: A problem resolved! Thank you Flaherty's, see you soon!“

“Our server was fantastic and food was awesome but way to cold 🥶 in the building !!“

“These people are family, every Saturday morning. They food is delicious, rotating and seasonal specials. It wouldn’t be a Saturday morning without Gina and Stephanie!!“

“Seriously the most Incredible chicken french sandwich I’ve ever had !!!!! I can’t even!!!!! Unbelievable fries , will be recommending 100% out of this world!!“

“Wonderful day trip with a great lunch to end it.“

“The best brunch in town, we had the buttermilk pancakes, breakfast basket, yogurt parfait and salmon toast, the food exceeded expectations and the staff was incredibly attentive and kind. We absolutely will be back. This was such a a wonderful experience“