Horrible. This used to be one of my favorite places but I’ll never go back. Food was terrible. Had to send my entree back after one bite. Very expensive for the poor quality of food & small portions! I paid over $50 without having an entree.
Marcia Zona
Six of us went to celebrate a 90th birthday. Our server, Kelly was friendly and attentive without hovering. She treated the one child with us with respect also.We were not rushed in any way. The meal choices and portions were excellent. Nice to find a restaurant where you can easily converse in normal tones.
Joel Sasso
Great meal! Haven’t been here in years and just as good as I remembered. Definitely less time between our next visit.
Dave Costrino
When we first walked in it was about 59° in here. My wife had to put on her jacket. The Coca-Cola was flat so I had to switch it out for a ginger ale. The clams casino had a weird sugary taste that I've never tasted on a clams casino before with rubbery clams and sand grit. The filet was tasteless and not very tender. Ordered it with the sauce on the side and it came buried in sauce. The bread was crispy, I mean really crispy but still tasted like flour or dough. The service and the short ribs were good, but the atmosphere sucked. All the locals were at the bar hooting and hollering while we were trying to enjoy our dinner. It was over $100 dinner. That's the last dime they'll see from us
Laura L
One of our favorite restaurants and it's local! Last night our food didn't disappoint. Our waitress was attentive, the bartender made perfect drinks and the chef made us amazing food!
Megan VerSchage
I have lived off Fetzner Rd most of my life and had never been to the lamplighter, until tonight. I was out with my aunt, who hadn’t been here in 40years, and she suggested we grab dinner here. I immediately felt underdressed about the situation but our sever, Holly, said it was a very comfortable and casual atmosphere and not to worry. (My aunt of course immediately says “are we dressed ok?!” When we walk in because I was self conscious about my hoodie and sneaker 😅)
Despite such a comfortable and casual approach the atmosphere was still so charming and cozy. Holly also provided 5 star fine dining service! As a bartender and former server I can appreciate the attention to detail while never being up tight.
I ordered the gnocchi and my aunt got the chicken French. We also split a bottle of Mark West Pinot noir and really enjoyed the fresh, hot bread. 10/10 experience , I can’t believe I haven’t been here sooner and can’t wait to return!
Megan MacAnn
Wow!! What a hidden gem to find!! I thought I was walking into a diner... and low and behold It was a nice italian restaurant... yummmm!! Casual clothes is fine here and the gnocchi is amazing!! If you haven't tried it I highly recommend it!!
Bob Tomoser
Chef Tom Miller is one of the top chefs in Rochester. Food and Service are top notch
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chicken French, Pasta Bolognese, Crab Bisque, Carrot Cake, Chicken Parmesan, Creme Brulee, Beer Battered Fish, Greek Salad, Caesar Salad with Anchovies, Cheesecake, Escargot, Clams Casino, Pan Seared Atlantic Salmon, Braised Pork Shank, Chopped Salad, Portofino, Panna Cotta, Pasta Bolognese with Sausage and Pork, Gnocchi Pomodoro, Oven Roasted Australian Rack of Lamb
Dan Ambrose
First time going to this resturant and had a great time. Small mix up with drinks but the service and food was absolutely amazing and would highly recommend.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Summer Pisciotta
I got my chicken parmesan it was very delicious but my pasta was not so much and I ate pasta like 5 bites that was it. I wish they could give me some more pasta. ?
leaving a review so the horrible lady that wants to claim my other review is fake because it was my first and she created lies about myself in her response…… sorry to be petty on your page but i did enjoy the food so i thought i could be petty and get the word out about the food!
i had dinner here last week for the first time and i ordered the greens and beans and the chicken parm, 2 classics. the greens and beans were cooked perfectly with just the right amount of flavor and the chicken was moist and the sauce was delish! can’t wait to go back and try a few more items!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Alicia R. Omero
Ate dinner here while visiting from Los Angeles to attend a funeral.
Both my husband and I are vegetarian, so we opted for the one vegetarian dish that was offered, some kind of pasta with eggplant and vegetables. It was meh. Frankly, it was bland in taste and didn't seem like it was seasoned much. Someone else in our group ordered it and agreed with our assessment. Two others in our party shared the Chicken Parmesan and were pleased with it.
The bread is tasty, however. Service was good, and they had a decent amount of wine choices, so if you drink enough, I'm sure everything will taste amazing.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 2
Service: 4
Jen Walls
Good food for the price point. Little hidden gem.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 5
Service: 5
Adam Choi
Business dinner for four and everyone loved each of their meals and their dessert.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
K Fras
Had the rack of lamb, this time, and it didn't disappoint. Last two times had the gnocchi Gorgonzola with candied walnuts... So good
Horrible. This used to be one of my favorite places but I’ll never go back. Food was terrible. Had to send my entree back after one bite. Very expensive for the poor quality of food & small portions! I paid over $50 without having an entree.
Six of us went to celebrate a 90th birthday. Our server, Kelly was friendly and attentive without hovering. She treated the one child with us with respect also.We were not rushed in any way. The meal choices and portions were excellent. Nice to find a restaurant where you can easily converse in normal tones.
Great meal! Haven’t been here in years and just as good as I remembered. Definitely less time between our next visit.
When we first walked in it was about 59° in here. My wife had to put on her jacket. The Coca-Cola was flat so I had to switch it out for a ginger ale. The clams casino had a weird sugary taste that I've never tasted on a clams casino before with rubbery clams and sand grit. The filet was tasteless and not very tender. Ordered it with the sauce on the side and it came buried in sauce. The bread was crispy, I mean really crispy but still tasted like flour or dough. The service and the short ribs were good, but the atmosphere sucked. All the locals were at the bar hooting and hollering while we were trying to enjoy our dinner. It was over $100 dinner. That's the last dime they'll see from us
One of our favorite restaurants and it's local! Last night our food didn't disappoint. Our waitress was attentive, the bartender made perfect drinks and the chef made us amazing food!
I have lived off Fetzner Rd most of my life and had never been to the lamplighter, until tonight. I was out with my aunt, who hadn’t been here in 40years, and she suggested we grab dinner here. I immediately felt underdressed about the situation but our sever, Holly, said it was a very comfortable and casual atmosphere and not to worry. (My aunt of course immediately says “are we dressed ok?!” When we walk in because I was self conscious about my hoodie and sneaker 😅)
Despite such a comfortable and casual approach the atmosphere was still so charming and cozy. Holly also provided 5 star fine dining service! As a bartender and former server I can appreciate the attention to detail while never being up tight.
I ordered the gnocchi and my aunt got the chicken French. We also split a bottle of Mark West Pinot noir and really enjoyed the fresh, hot bread. 10/10 experience , I can’t believe I haven’t been here sooner and can’t wait to return!
Wow!! What a hidden gem to find!! I thought I was walking into a diner... and low and behold It was a nice italian restaurant... yummmm!! Casual clothes is fine here and the gnocchi is amazing!! If you haven't tried it I highly recommend it!!
Chef Tom Miller is one of the top chefs in Rochester. Food and Service are top notch
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chicken French, Pasta Bolognese, Crab Bisque, Carrot Cake, Chicken Parmesan, Creme Brulee, Beer Battered Fish, Greek Salad, Caesar Salad with Anchovies, Cheesecake, Escargot, Clams Casino, Pan Seared Atlantic Salmon, Braised Pork Shank, Chopped Salad, Portofino, Panna Cotta, Pasta Bolognese with Sausage and Pork, Gnocchi Pomodoro, Oven Roasted Australian Rack of Lamb
First time going to this resturant and had a great time. Small mix up with drinks but the service and food was absolutely amazing and would highly recommend.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
I got my chicken parmesan it was very delicious but my pasta was not so much and I ate pasta like 5 bites that was it. I wish they could give me some more pasta. ?
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chicken Parmesan
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leaving a review so the horrible lady that wants to claim my other review is fake because it was my first and she created lies about myself in her response…… sorry to be petty on your page but i did enjoy the food so i thought i could be petty and get the word out about the food!
i had dinner here last week for the first time and i ordered the greens and beans and the chicken parm, 2 classics. the greens and beans were cooked perfectly with just the right amount of flavor and the chicken was moist and the sauce was delish!
can’t wait to go back and try a few more items!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Ate dinner here while visiting from Los Angeles to attend a funeral.
Both my husband and I are vegetarian, so we opted for the one vegetarian dish that was offered, some kind of pasta with eggplant and vegetables. It was meh. Frankly, it was bland in taste and didn't seem like it was seasoned much. Someone else in our group ordered it and agreed with our assessment. Two others in our party shared the Chicken Parmesan and were pleased with it.
The bread is tasty, however. Service was good, and they had a decent amount of wine choices, so if you drink enough, I'm sure everything will taste amazing.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 2
Service: 4
Good food for the price point. Little hidden gem.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 5
Service: 5
Business dinner for four and everyone loved each of their meals and their dessert.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Had the rack of lamb, this time, and it didn't disappoint. Last two times had the gnocchi Gorgonzola with candied walnuts... So good
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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