18 Best Craft Breweries in Rochester

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

“We hosted our wedding reception here and had absolutely the best night! We had a list of demands and things that really needed to be done and Kristen made every one of them work. Every guest we had was amazed and loved the space and the atmosphere. The drinks were delicious and they were flexible on when we were able to open and close our tab. We would absolutely host another event here!“

“It was the perfect family friendly brunch spot. Service was great and the menu had something for everyone. Cannot wait to come back!“

“Amazing brewery with a variety of beers to fit your pallet and each of your friends as well! Their food menu is good enough to stand on its own, especially the pretzel! Amazing staff and owners create a welcoming environment that is also family friendly. Make sure to visit during a live music night!“

“Great brew, great food & wonderful service!“

“We had our wedding reception at the Railroad Street Beer Hall and it was everything we could’ve ever hoped for, and more! Nikki, the event coordinator, was amazing from the start. She was happy and willing to accommodate any and every request we had. She was always 3 steps ahead of us, and made sure everything went off without a hitch- and it did! Reception planning can be very stressful, and Nikki really helped make it a fun and relaxed experience for us. The staff during the party was phenomenal, especially the bartender! So many of our guests commented on how fun and kind the staff was during our party! The food was also fantastic, and the atmosphere ensured that everyone had a wonderful time. We are so grateful for Rohrbachs and the wonderful people that work there - I would (and have) recommend having an event here to anyone! It was the perfect place, and will forever be a special spot for us. We had so much fun we wish we could do it again! Laurel & Julie“

“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 !“

“They were super accommodating for our group. Vincent is awesome!“

“Great vibe, good location and marvelous selection of craft brews.“

“Don't judge a book by it's cover. Hero's Brewing is a tribute to local hero's. non-profits or other charitable causes. The décor matches the name. There is a long bar, tables and a relaxing area with sofa's by the fire place. Pets are welcome as well.From the outside (not knowing the area), it seemed a little sketchy (saw a lot of cameras on poles, stickers all over (from the music venue next door etc.). But make no mistake, when you walk in Hero's is really nice inside.We saw that they had popcorn on other reviews, but when we went, they said they did not have it (bummer). They do carry a nice variety of beers and also had some wines (canned) from a Finger Lakes Winery (Zugibe). However the sparkling wine lacked bubbles as the date on the bottom of the can was pushing almost 2 years. But I was there for the beer (as are most folks). But they really should check to keep fresh stock.“

“Everything. Amazing place“

“Relaxing and welcoming. Dog friendly.“

“Great selection of ciders (and even a few beers), inviting ambiance and next level service. They have a awesome rotation of seasonal flavors so there's always something new ro try. They often have random food items ordered for patrons and also offer giant pretzels, nachos, and popcorn regularly. The flights are six 6oz pours, so be careful if you're a lightweight, haha! The seasonal waterlemon cider was amazing!“

“The Genesee Brew House is a true gem,nestled in the High Falls District. You know the food is great,as the restaurant is always busy and fun. I love the full menu,including delicious appetizers,just for starters. I’ve never been disappointed,in my experiences there!! A quick tip for Rochester style trash plate aficionados…..their plate is beyond perfect and it will leave you full. Down stairs,you will browse through tons of Genesee tee shirts,hoodies,and gifts! A+“

“The Genesee Brew House is a true gem,nestled in the High Falls District. You know the food is great,as the restaurant is always busy and fun. I love the full menu,including delicious appetizers,just for starters. I’ve never been disappointed,in my experiences there!! A quick tip for Rochester style trash plate aficionados…..their plate is beyond perfect and it will leave you full. Down stairs,you will browse through tons of Genesee tee shirts,hoodies,and gifts! A+“

“Went for Sunday breakfast and food was Great! As was our server Cat! Everyone was friendly. Loved the Mimosa flight!“

“Loved visiting the IBC with my boyfriend and dog! All of the staff were super helpful and friendly ? the food was also very delicious - I had the chicken salad sandwich on a croissant and my boyfriend had the IBC burger. The onion rings were so good too! There are a variety of beers, as the name would suggest, but I loved the Three Brothers cider that is currently on the menu.“

“The Kombucha is so delicious and refreshing! The ambiance is fabulous! I can’t wait to go back!“