“Easily my favorite Vegan restaurant/Cafe in the Rochester area. The staff is super friendly and if they mess anything up they will fix it. The atmosphere is great a nice and cozy place to sit in and eat. The baked good are to die for as well as their specialty sandwiches. I recommend this to anyone in the area vegan or not. Food is easily the best I've eaten.“
“This definitely has to be one of my favorite breakfast places in Rochester. Nothing beats it. The atmosphere is super cute and their seasonal jams are mind-blowing. The owners are super friendly and their French Press Coffee just hits home. Highly recommend this place!!!!!!!!!!!“
“Had dinner tonight and it was amazing! The calamari appetizer was delicious! Also had the pork special, osso bucco which was out of this world! You must try this place. The service was impeccable also. Wish I knew our server’s name. From start to finish including dessert l can’t give this place enough stars!! I will be returning soon for another great meal.“
“Loved it here so much! The baked goods and tea were amazing, but of course I came for the kitties! There were a few dozen friendly, well-kept ADOPTABLE kitties you can play with - or or just chill and hang out. Make sure you make a reservation in advance so you can have your kitty playtime!“
“Fantastic. Cozy place off of five mile line rd. Good sized parking lot in the back. We had the stuffed French toast(delicious) and the weekend special jerk chicken breakfast bowl(also delicious). They used a sturdy bread for the French toast so it still had some structure when biting into it. The jerk breakfast bowl came with potatoes, peppers and onions, 2 eggs any way, chicken and jerk sauce. It was so flavorful and great sized portion. The staff was very friendly and personable. Especially Andre. We will definitely be back!“
“Happy Gut Sanctuary is a relaxing space to gather with friends or have a relaxing moment to yourself. The vibes are impeccable. The staff is friendly, caring, and attentive. The beverages are to die for—and you can even do a little shopping on top of all of that! Highly recommend—there is something for everyone !“
“Great neighborhood cafe, owners & staff are so pleasant. Baked goods, breakfast sandwichs, yogurts & so much more make for a great time. Food trucks on Wednesdays in the summer along with their ice cream, make it a nice place to gather and meet neighbors.“
“Pleasant place and staff but a little disappointing on coffee and pastry quality. I wanted to like it more than I could.Flat white was a shot drowned in 12 oz of overheated milk, not sure how it differs from a latte or how you can get a strong milk drink. Is my understanding of what a flat white is non-universal?So-so Almond croissant warmed in the microwave wasn't awesome either.“
“We recently adopted sweet Zsa Zsa from the Lazy Cat Lounge and Cafe. Everytime we walked by the place we have to stop and see all the kitties! I wish we could adopt them all! We had a great experience there! Everyone was so friendly! We found the perfect cat for us!“
“I was in the mood for a pastry and coffee and came here. The setting with some tables, a counter against the wall, draperies, photos & paintings creates an appealing ambiance to sit and chat with a bunch of friends or just sit quietly to sip and eat your meal. It has an ample menu of cocktails, sandwiches, and a few pastries, coffee, tea. I really liked it.“
“I stopped in for brunch on a Sunday morning. I ordered the egg, cheese, and apple-bacon breakfast sandwich. It came on a homemade biscuit that was incredible! The waitress was polite and service was relatively quick. The atmosphere was really nice. What a really nice place to sit and catch up with a friend. Delicious!“
“I'm glad that my brother and I ended up stopping for breakfast at Shelly's. Upon first glance, we weren't sure what to expect, but we gave chance regardless. We will definitely be back. The service was excellent and the food followed suit. We found a gem with Shelly's Village “
“Favorite Shakes! So delicious! I’m obsessed! One of the only protein shakes that tastes amazing and that doesn’t upset my stomach. There isn’t a flavor I don’t like and won’t get bored of because they come up with new flavors to try too to really mix it up. I am a Gastric Bypass patient so I have strict dietary guidelines to follow and I can have pretty much everything there. it’s a guiltless treat I can enjoy. I get the sweet taste of a dessert but with much better nutrition. So worth it! Love the staff and environment! So helpful to make sure I’m within my dietary needs. Only thing is I wish there was a location closer to me so I could get one daily. But I’m thankful I can also get some mixes to bring and make at home.Dietary restrictions: If there is an allergy, or if you need to follow specific nutrition guidelines they can help offer the best option that fit or add extra nutrients like fiber to it. I don’t know all the specifics but I know The shakes are made with plant based ingredients filled with vitamins and minerals, low in sugar, Low-glycemic, but also no artificial flavors or sweeteners, gluten free, vegetarian, kosher Non-GM. There are nut free options. Just very good all around for nutrition and health.“
“This posh place stays busy, so just remember to make a reservation unless you want to eat at the bar! Now, everything I ordered was big and too much! Had leftovers for days!!! ?The ceiling is exposed, the cocktails are strong, and the menu is niche! Dimly lit, you can access this restaurant from outside or inside of Village Gate. And don't forget the food is delicious! My falafel was a bit overcooked, but hey... ??♀️“
“Sweet and Cute is wonderful. The staff are quite literally some of the nicest people I have ever met, and it’s so nice to have a local cafe! The food is delicious and never disappoints. One of my favorite places to go, I’m always greeted with a smile.“
“Founders Café is a Rochester treasure. AMAZING food - everything on the menu is great, even if I tend to get the same thing most visits because I love their salads so much. But everything else - quiche, sandwiches, baked goods - are all phenomenal. Very friendly service and we're definitely always made to feel at home. Love it here.“
“Been coming here since they opened and it is always a happy, delicious, and fun stop. Their coffee, latte, and espresso game is on point. Variety of breakfast and lunch options. Their soups are delicious, which isn't something I say often when going out to eat (soups are usually made too salty for my taste). Staff and owner are always friendly and are wonderful.I've liked everything I've tried from their menu, which is the majority of their menu, but my go-to is the breakfast burrito.Then they came out with their pulled pork. Absolute game changer.Get it in the burrito!“
“We got protein shakes. It was our first visit but we will be back. The shakes were yummy. And the owner, Taylor. Is super friendly and helpful. We definitely found our new go to place for shakes. We really enjoyed them and the atmosphere was very welcoming. I highly recommend Energized Nutrition!“
“Best frozen hot cocoa I've ever had. Ambiance is always warm and inviting, service is very attentive and friendly as well. Whether I want to energize for the day or wind down, I love having Canaltown in the neighborhood as my go to coffee shop.“
“I stopped in quick because I was in the area for a short moment and needed coffee. I’m so glad I did. My breakfast sandwich was amazing and my iced mocha was on point. Only thing I wish was that my large was much bigger bc that coffee was made to perfection!!! I wish you guys were closer“
“Today I visited SoBol with a couple friends for the first time! We came at around noon, but luckily we were able to grab seating since it appeared as though many people got their bowls to go. Their service was very quick and the atmosphere was very chill. Their menu shows a couple of different options for bowl flavors to choose from, but me and my friends ordered the classic açaí. I added the cookie butter to my bowl and I highly recommend doing so, it was so delicious!! After we chatted and ate our bowls, we went over to the chalkboard to doodle, which was really fun! Overall, if you want to try an açaí bowl (which you should) or you have a craving and want to visit somewhere local, I recommend you give this place a try!“
“Stopped by this club while I was visiting some friends in town! I swear by these products and it was so nice to be able to get my daily tea and shake, even while I was away from home!! The shakes are so delicious and I felt so focused and energized from my tea!! Definitely recommend this club to anyone looking for a great source of caffeine!! I will definitely be back!“
“We held an event and wanted a caterer to help us develop a “brain-healthy” menu. Chef Norman Brown created a delicious lunch of salmon patties and spinach salad (among other things) for our group at a reasonable price. We appreciated all the thought and effort that went into the menu. Our guests raved about the food. We’ve been back for lunches since then. Delish!“
“I visit Orange Glory * at least * once per month, and as frequently as once a week! The food is so filling and delicious, and it’s fresh and has lots of vegetarian options. The staff is delightful, and if you don’t try one of the cookies… you are making a huge mistake!! The lunchbox is one of the best deals in town! See you soon, OG!“
“Excellent gelato. Very personable atmosphere. Great casual place for meeting friends and family.Vegetarian options: Complete section of non-dairy gelatos available.Parking: Cafe is adjacent to a free parking lot for the local attractions.“
“We were blown away by the much needed renovations to the very tired looking Starry Nights! The space is now so beautiful with so much natural light and a really inviting ambiance. The staff was friendly and helpful with selecting menu options. We got two breakfast sandwiches, a pumpkin latte and a lavender fennel latte. We were given a pager for our food and our drinks were brought to our table. The process was easy and quick. Everything was SO delicious! The restaurant followed covid protocols making the experience even better. Staff constantly cleaned up after patrons, sanitizer provided, tables were properly distanced, and the bathrooms were gorgeous! We are so excited to continue to visit Matilda and eat and drink our way through the menu.“
“I'm excited to see a local Penfield place where I can get a take out espresso drink! They also have a case of pastries and treats, so I got a few of those. Everything tasted great, and the service was quick and friendly. I'll definitely be back for a meal soon.“
“A great venue for food and ice cream. American or Chinese food are delicious choices for lunch and dinner. The ice cream stand has everything you could want for a treat. Weekends and weeknights during warmer weather there are bands, car meets and other events for free. Its been a great addition to the Irondequoit town center right next door to the Great, Great House Of Guitars !“
“We were traveling on Interstate 90 and checking the internet for a lunch spot. Found Main St. Cafe 10-15 minutes off the freeway. WORTH IT! We got two hot panini sandwiches, “The Kat” and “The Luna.” Both were thinly shaved steak sandwiches with lots of other good stuff added (especially the melted cheese). Quick service. Definitely worth the short trip off the freeway past the “chain” restaurants.“
“Excellent hidden gem within the Eastman museum complex. We didn't plan to have lunch while we visited the museum but after reading the eclectic menu for this restaurant we couldn't resist trying it and we weren't disappointed. Had a chicken sandwich that was a daily special along with their house chips and a pickled egg. All of the food was outstanding and full of flavor. Also had a stuffed cookie which was delicious. Highly recommend this hidden gem.“
“I enjoy the several varieties of food options they have. The food is fresh and always delicious! I would recommend this place to my family and friends ?Dietary restrictions: I am semi limited on what I can eat and they were always very accommodating to my needs.“
“If your like me and need a coffee fix more often than most you have to go to Javas!!! Located right in the heart of ROC off East Ave near Eastman theater is Java's Cafe. It's very cute and eclectic inside. You'll feel like your in a little coffee shop in NYC! Staff are nice and fellow patrons are super friendly. They have desserts and yummy sandwiches too- if coffee is not your thing. But trust me- one cafe here and you'll be hooked!!! Enjoy!!!“
“Absolutely delicious! I had the Loaded Avocado Toast and my husband had the Southwest Breakfast Burrito - they both hit the spot! The women working there were welcoming and friendly and the location was charming. We'll definitely come again next time we are in town.“
“They were so happy to speak with us about every little question we had. If you need a cup of coffee but want it done right then you should get it here. Stock up on fresh beans or just come for the great service, there isn't a bad option!“
“Great selection and specials at reasonable prices. Cozy environment, but gets crowded fast.Parking: On a day when the cafe was very crowded inside parking was easy to find, summer weekends might get challenging at timesKid-friendliness: Small play area and kid friendly seatingWheelchair accessibility: A bit crowded and tough to navigate, but all on one level“
“My daughter is from NYC and loves coming here when she is home. Cozy cute little place with the best food! We had cheese and broccoli soup with chicken salad on toasted croissant. Delish! We ordered chi latte with spice added in. Very affordable, highly recommend!“
“This review is for Arbor Midtown, the newest venue in the Arbor events spaces 'family'. We attended a corporate event there last night. We had contracted for a full bar attended by 3 bartenders, a buffet dinner using their recommended caterers, a DJ, using a recommended service, and charcuterie and desserts before and after dinner.Overall food was average (typical wedding buffet with carved prime rub (overdone), roasted chicken (bland), roasted potatoes (decent), green beans (almost raw they were so crunchy), vodka penne pasta (average) and a served dinner salad with a smear of dressing on the side); Bartenders (Tom, Adrian and 'Badger' (?)) were great - friendly, efficient; Venue itself is beautiful, but there are still some kinks:1. There are 4 bathrooms in the space - 2 in the bar and 2 in the back 'vault area' - they are heated (bonus!) but there were no hooks for purses/coats in any of the ones I used, and the door locks were flimsy - they either didn't lock, or you could unlock them by jiggling the handles, so all night people were walking in on each other2. The cavernous interior space was very cold and many of our guests were wearing winter coats over their dresses and complaining they needed to go sit in the bathrooms to warm up3. There were Christmas trees up throughout the space which was weird since we are 3 weeks into the new year...I will say however that the table settings were great and the fact that Arbor Midtown has all the tables, chairs, place settings, cutlery, centerpieces, etc. makes it easy to plan and the dining room was great.DJ was ok; we had provided a list of 'must have' songs prior, and although most were played, she kept mixing them so right as you'd get into a song it changed. Anyway, it's just hard to find a good DJ these days. All of the staff of Arbor Midtown were great during planning and helpful, but on the day of the event it was very challenging to get ahold of folks for questions, such as regarding the valet parking. (Note about that - guests could pull up in front of the venue and do the valet, but there was a confusing sign out front pointing folks to turn down Stone street for complimentary parking...this could be better...)I know Arbor Midtown has already had a bunch of weddings and events in the space, and winter time may be a slow time and tough time for events because heating that space must be exorbitant, but I'm sure they will get better over time.“
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“Since the start of Covid19 we've been looking for ways to support local businesses. Found Sapori and figured we'd give it a shot. While our intention was to find a new place weekly...we've been guilty of repeatedly coming back here. We've ordered the meatball sandwich at least 5 times. We split it and get something new each time to split as well. Every time the food is fresh, delicious, and the customer service is incredible. Buy from this business. Support them.. if anyone deserves your business, it's Sapori. So good. So so good.“
“I have been going to Pearson's for several years (most of that time it went by Glenn Edith's).The coffee is great, and the atmosphere is quieter than other nearby coffee shops.I really like the design and decor of both the downstairs and upstairs (downstairs is more active, upstairs in quiet).Service is fast and friendly.They have an upstairs that is a great space for working.I wish they had more gluten-free options (why I gave them 4 stars instead of 5). They used to have a better gluten-free selection before the renovation & conversion into Pearson's.Parking is occasionally a challenge as they only have 4 or 5 spots, the nearby parking lot is only for the nearby shopping center, and street parking makes for a bit of a walk. That said, if you are only there for a few minutes you "shouldn't" have a problem parking in the shopping center parking lot.“
“Cool place that brings out all the 90s cartoon and video game feels. They were short staffed when we visited but they were very kind and polite and made sure to communicate with all customers.Had their breakfast burrito- it was really good and a lot of food! However, would not recommend their latte- it tasted very watery and artificial.“
“I had a cold brew. It was perfect, nothing special, but that's because, well, I ordered a plain cold brew. I ordered the Mt. Hope Mex Sandwich on ciabatta which was good, albeit small for the cost. I was definitely still hungry. But the egg on the sandwich was perfectly soft. The lighting is dim, but it fits the vibe. Love the local art and parking was awesome!“
“I am a sucker for a good bakery and this one fit the bill. I had the best matcha latte EVER! It was made with organic coconut syrup. I grabbed a loaf of homemade sourdough, which was delicious. We made bruschetta with it at home. The place was bustling with people. It's obviously a popular spot. They had many breads and baked goods. The menu is brimming with delicious choices and beverages. I can't wait to go back and try a sandwich. They carry local kombucha from Katbucha (my fav). The staff was helpful and friendly. I will surely be visiting again!“