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ROC List: Rochester Foodie
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items As a longtime Rochester resident and local food tour guide, I love exploring everything this city has to offer—especially the food. From hidden gems to local staples, these are my go-to spots and must-try bites around Rochester.
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ROC List: Rochester Sweets
ROC List: Rochester Restaurants
ROC List: Rochester Sweets
Rochester, NY. For a city this size, we have soooo many good places to eat! Take a look at all of the sweet treats you can find! Read my notes for some specific recommendations!
My favorite Rochester bakery. Get the cookies by the pound. Get the Ding Dong cake! Breads and pizzas are amazing too!
Savoia Pastry Shoppe
Their cheesecakes are the creamiest I've ever had. Choose any flavor - you can't go wrong. I personally like their key lime cheesecake or their classic plain and I add their homemade raspberry sauce to the top. They make an incredible carrot cake as well.
Cheesy Eddie's
Their sponge candy is a must try!
Stever's Candies ~ Homemade Candy Since 1946
Chocolate almond is a local favorite. Honestly, every flavor is good!
Abbott's Frozen Custard
Yum! Homemade ice cream and baked goods!
Pittsford Farms Dairy & Bakery
Best Greek baked goods!
Voula's Greek Sweets
A little bit of England in Rochester. Get the crumpets and jam. All of the jams, marmalades, curds, and clotted cream are made in-house.
CRUMPETS
Amazing cupcakes in a cute neighborhood! They always have a gluten free menu available too.
Get Caked Bakery Inc
You're probably wondering why a movie theater is on the “Rochester sweets” list. Trust me - go to the concession stand and but the homemade nanaimo bar! Out of this world!
The Little Theatre
Classic bakery; made fresh daily. On a nice day, grab a treat and walk it off with a stroll around Park Avenue!
Baker Street Bakery
High quality, hand crafted chocolates. They have ice cream too!
Hedonist Artisan Chocolates
The prettiest desserts! Buy a whole cake or grab a slice after dinner!
Scratch Bakeshop
They create small batches of baked goods. Menu changes with the season. Stop by regularly to see their latest concoctions! regardless, they are always delicious!
Goodman Bakes
If you want something sweet, but are trying to eat healthy, this is a great option! Get the Beautyberry or the Me Espresso.
Energia Smoothie Bar
I love the Kale Ale and Anti Inflam juices. If you want something a little more substantial, try a fresh and organic smoothie bowl!
Just Juice 4 Life
ROC List: Rochester Restaurants
Rochester, NY has a little bit of everything. These restaurants are in the city, not surrounding suburbs. I am a foodie and a food tour guide, so my recommendations come from eating at all of these restaurants!
This restaurant has been around for a while because it is THAT good. Vibe is a little European, a little SOHO. I recommend getting a bunch of small plates and sharing. Try a fun cocktail and get their banana dessert. If you like to Salsa dance, they ...
Tapas 177
One of the best vibes of all the Rochester restaurants. They use fresh, local ingredients in the dishses and cocktails. I love their version of a cosmo. I recommend the lettuce wraps. It's across from GEVA theater, so it makes a great dinner/theater spot.
Native
The owner was inspired to start this business after her travels to Capri. Get the Lemoncello Spritz, the bolognese and her homemade tiramisu!
Capri Wine Bar & Restaurant
Tucked away on a quiet side street, if you are “in-the-know” you know about Rooney's. From their website, “High ceilings, a welcoming dining room fireplace, and an impressive Victorian wooden bar give today’s diners a feeling of speak-easy comfort.”
Rooney's Restaurant
Rochester's first farm-to-table restaurant. The menu changes depending on what's in season. Tuesdays are $1.00 oysters. I love to sit at their bar with a cocktail and some small plates. Their bread service is wonderful and they make my favorite calam...
Lento Restaurant
Absolutely adorable little restaurant. They don't take reservations, and people start lining up at 4:00 to get a table. I like to snag a spot at the bar and order their espresso martini - the best espresso martini in Rochester. Get the Lost Meatball ...
Vern’s
If you hear someone with an Australian accent, it's probably the owner who has been expertly running this NOTA mainstay for over 2 decades. I recommend the truffle tots!
Edibles Restaurant and Bar
A unique menu in a cool neighborhood. Parking is pretty easy here unlike many city restaurants. I love the Ahi Noshos and the Korean Sit Down.
Nosh
A great place for before or after a show. An anchor of this area; beautiful outdoor dining; a key part of the Rochester Jazz festival too!
Max Of Eastman Place
Cozy italina restaurant with a wood burining pizza oven! Try their Positano pizza with butternut squash on it! Sunday Sauce on Sundays!
Fiamma Centro
Yum! Homemade Italian, fram-to-table restaurant. In the Public Market space.
Fiorella
Everyone loves the Good Luck burger. Order a bunch of dishes to share!
Good Luck
Delicious, classic, Italian restaurant.
Rocco
Good food, live music - come here for a romantic evening near the water!
Pane Vino On The River
Beautiful restaurant and bar. It has a great happy hour. I love the eggplant “meatballs” with penne and the Gumbo!
The Alexander
Delicious steak and amazing cocktails. What more could you want?
Char Steak & Lounge