50 Best Bars in Rochester

“Love this bar! It’s me and my husband’s favorite in the Rochester area. They have great food, good desserts, and great music. I love all the events they do for the community. It’s a good time.“

“Great atmosphere, friendly and attentive staff, and delicious drinks! You can’t go wrong with any of their cocktails!“

“Had a nice visit here this past weekend. Enjoyed the outdoor area for a beer. Speaking of, we got to sample a few of the taps and selected one we liked. Easy in and out, especially on a nice sunny day where you can hang out in the shade.“

“Every single person working here was so kind, so accommodating, and really made the atmosphere warm and welcoming. Already told my husband we will be going back here! Their espresso martini 🤌🏻 superb“

“My sister-in-law lives in the area and I live down in North Carolina. She told me about this great product and it didn't disappoint. I ordered and received a quick mailing. Wonderful customer service. Excellent smooth taste.“

“We recently ordered a fairly large quantity of food and drinks from Mullers for my sisters baby shower. They were easy to work with, gave us a great deal and checked in a few times to make sure everything was on schedule. When I arrived for pick-up they greeted me at the door by my first name with smiles just like I was family. They also helped to load everything into my trunk. A few days after the event they even checked in to see how everything went! This is how you run a business! It’s hard in 2023 to find an establishment with that kind of class and professionalism. I highly recommend Mullers for any catering needs. Even better yet, stop in and enjoy some drinks, cider and food with some friends or family. You won’t be disappointed!“

“If you want the best craft cocktail in the city, in a place where you feel like like you just walked into a 1920’s speakeasy, Cheshire is your vibe. Evvy is a traveled, experienced, and seasoned cocktail craftswomen. I promise you will not be disappointed with anything she makes for you!“

“Really awesome place. Was looking for a place on the west side that was decent and found this place. You’d never expect this inside a plaza type building like this but it’s pretty awesome. Insane whiskey and spirit selection, and the food we got was amazing. Burrata toast appetizer was one of the best I’ve had- and the smoked wings with the Cajun dry rub were perfection. Definitely check it out.“

“Joe is great owner of his bar … he always says hi to everyone… walks me to my car I don’t even need ask him … his bartenders are so nice too … never no problems at his bar and everyone is welcome there !!!“

“I've only been coming here a few weeks, so far, but I absolutely love the staff they have embraced me from the start, very important!II came for the jam sessions on Sunday and have really enjoyed my time here!“

“I stopped in last night for a drink and snack with my cousin and mom. We had never been before and after the first sip of our drinks we were already raving about the cocktails. Everyone was so knowledgeable and great to talk to. The food, cocktails, and spirits were all insanely good. We all highly recommend and will be back!!“

“Great variety of music and local wildlife“

“The drinks are cold and Herman is dreamy“

“Hound dogs bar and grill is amazing. I had a awesome time last night with the band Last Call and the owner and the food was outstanding!!! Thank you to Hound Dogs for a Fantastic environment friendly bar ever!!!“

“great bartender clean place lot better looking and more open than when peltzer owned it.“

“Excellent food and service.“

“Authentic Irish pub - don’t miss it“

“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!!“

“The best place in town! If you haven’t been definitely should check it out! Everyone Who works there is amazing and it feels very homey ❤️“

“Good bar with great music!“

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“great people love the mature crowd“

“JJ's offers a welcoming and comfortable atmosphere. The ambiance is perfect for relaxing with a beverage. It's a delightful place to unwind after a long day. You can enjoy a quiet moment or engage in friendly conversation. It's truly a pleasant spot to stop in and refresh.“

“great service, nice atmosphere. friendly.“

“10/10 recommend! Had the best time with our kids this afternoon. Food, games, fun drinks. Everything was amazing! Thanks for a great Saturday afternoon 🙌🏻“

“Love this place. Is a nice ambient and good people and service.“

“GREAT wings, and I love their house sauce“

“friendly neighborhood bar! met some great people there.“

“THIS IS MY FAVORITE BAR IN ROCHESTER.

We went on a Friday. It was crowded. It was loud. It was a blast. The music, though- I don't know HOW they got ahold of the ipod full of my favorite songs (I don't even live here!) but someone had surely snagged it from deep in my drawer- how else could they have played such a perfect playlist?? (Clearly not that they have been an intense purveyor of the human condtion from behind a bar and now inherently know what songs will get a crowd going. No way. )

Anyway I love this place and I wanna come back. Thank you for doing what you do.“

“Sometimes you wanna go where everybody knows your name…and they’re always glad you came!“

“Food was fabulous. I am a gluten-free vegetarian so I sometimes find it hard to get anything but salad. Not here! Had a Beyond burger on a GF roll. It was wonderful. My granddaughter had an absolutely delicious (according to her) chicken sandwich and we had ice cream for dessert. Our waitress, Beth, was very friendly and took great care of us and the decor is very fun and nostalgic. We are already making plans to head back to the area this summer and we will definitely be stopping in.“

“Great neighborhood gathering place❤️“

“One of my favorite bars in Rochester ♥️♥️♥️“

“I need to make you aware of a wonderful diamond in the rough on Rochester’s west side. My wife and I visited this quaint Lower Manhattan style eatery with my brother-in-law and his wife. This unassuming place from the outside pleasantly surprises once you enter with its quaint bar area, blacked out ceiling and twin open kitchen stations. First litmus test is the quality of bread with a full complement of spices to prep your own dipping oil. Check! Special of the day, Seared Halibut on a bed of risotto, didn’t disappoint, nor did my samples of homemade Rigatoni à la Bolognese (just like Mom’s Sunday sauce) or the Chicken Milanese! Completed the meal with an ample slice of homemade Ricotta Cheesecake with Berry Compote. The owner checked in with us several times. The table service was perfect. The glass enclosed wine cellar in the middle of the dining area completed an impressive ambience and dining experience. Run don’t walk to this most pleasant gastro treat!“

“OMG the food was amazing. Worth every dollar. The environment is perfect. Great place to take a date or just relax. oh yea try the Lemon Drop tree too“

“Vibes with flavors, more than food“

“My absolute favorite bar to be at. I go every Wednesday for karaoke. The vibes are great. The people are friendly, the place is beautiful. They have events every day of the week so there’s always something you’ll like.“

“The staff and the bar were top notch. Cocktails and food were excellent. We will be back.“

“Decided to stop in for dollar wing days for linch with a friend. Lady (Jen i think) was amazing. Fast and friendly service and she made some delicious wings! Keep up the good work! I will definitely be back. Recommended. It also has one of those fun bells on the wall....but, ring it and buy the bar a round! Looks like a lot of darts played as well“

“They had a customer appreciation day, & I had such a good time! They put out tons of food from shrimp to chicken parmesan, & even cookies for dessert... of course was ham & meatballs & a cheeseball (which I ate just as is cause it delicious!) I played pool had a couple of beers & shots & ate like a pig! Everyone was there & if you didn't know them before, it didn't matter because you will know before you leave because everyone is friends with everyone & their just there to have a good time.... And that is what life is all about!!!!“

“Best place to be when you want to make memories with friends“

“Margaret is the best women in the world and I’m so glad my friend rich mcmann brought me here!“

“This is a great place for cocktails. They have a certain number on draft but can also make anything you like. I've never been a fan of martinis, but on a whim I tried their signature drink which happens to be a martini and honestly I was blown away. It was smooth, with just the right amount of bitter and sweetness making it incredibly well balanced.“

“Food was good. Had wings and beef on weck. Service was not good. Sat at a booth in the bar area. This was a Saturday at 4pm. Not busy at all. Took 15 minutes for a waitress to even acknowledge us even though there was at least 3-4 that we saw wandering around. Definitely not as good as the original, but hoping they’ll work out some of the kinks.“

“Everything was awesome. Steak sandwich, pizza, wings, drinks ….. and a cookie ta boot!“

“Highly recommend. Great neighborhood “local” tavern. Excellent Beer list. Great food, large portions. Goes on the Official BeerRanger Trail Marker Roster.“

“The food is always good and service as well. Nice outside area but limited tables. Only 2 negatives for me. Parking can be a issue and being in a old firehouse it is loud and difficult to carry on a conversing without yelling. Not ideal for a group.“