Suggestions for Dining and Drinking near Central Business District, Rochester

Brianna W. • February 22, 2019Yummm. Definitely gets the wings! The ribs are also pretty good too! :)

jeffrey F. • August 8, 2010This is actually THE most authentic NY Style Pizza place in Rochester, NY...seriously. I am from NY, and, this place has the ambience: small, not fancy, foldable pizza with the oil dripping off of it-

Hano A. • February 18, 2016Perfect place to work. Hot chocolate, smoothies, cookies and bagels all day.

Jye Ying C. • December 29, 2018Amazing cold brew coffee. Their affogato is amazing too! Also, there’s no wifi so keep that in mind as well :)

Kartik S. • May 3, 2014Cinnamon chipotle mocha is really good

Kyle M. • March 29, 2016Great beer selection and wonderful food. If you get the chance to try the dry aged kobe beef sliders on special, they will change your life

Dan B. • April 24, 2017Nice, modern space. Very good service. We had a few issues with our meal but were quickly resolved. Solid beer menu and creative cocktails. Will definitely return, hope this helps revive downtown!

chris S. • December 4, 2015best dry aged steak in Rochester. even put it in nyc, it's the first class.only regret is steak may be over seared sometimes which brings the crust a little bitter. i doubt it uses brolier .

Richard B. • April 28, 2017Had a great panini for lunch. Get staff and concept.

Timothy H. • November 22, 2014Nice open spaces, lots of tables, gay friendly, delicious panini sandwiches and pastries. Student discount too!

Monica C. • July 5, 2017Specials on Tuesdays and some good beers on tap plus creative cocktails.

Shruti G. • February 12, 2010The spinach burger, lentil burger and chocolate cookies are must haves

Joe E. • March 9, 2015Really good latte, quiet on a Saturday morning, perfect for reading a newspaper.

Jason P. • August 7, 2010Their BBQ wings are the best

Justin L. • July 28, 2011Quality yet inexpensive food with quick service and a nice atmosphere. Only downside is that they close before 5.

Andrew • August 10, 2014Great service, the bartenders were right there and I had a beer within a minute during a busy Saturday night. Good specials on Jim beam too, 3 dollars a shot.

Rui D. • April 9, 2017Any of the étouffées are delicious.

MaryEllen C. • July 29, 2016Casual and comfy with a small, but excellent, creative menu that's friendly to vegetarians. Great music too!

Christy W. • September 6, 2014Anything "French" as in artichokes French, chicken French, veal French. Happy happy food!⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Hannah R. • June 25, 2018This is one of the best restaurants I have ever been too, amazing food and service!

Kaaren T. • March 26, 2011Rent the upstairs for a party, there s a great space ;) !

Kyle M. • December 16, 2017An amazing craft cocktail bar with a beautiful atmosphere and amazing Creole food. Get a Kellman, followed by a hot chicken and a Genny Red. 👌

Greg R. • September 19, 2019Great Atmosphere, fantastic food! Loved the scallops and pizza

Bram B. • July 18, 2013Get the hot sauce - better than Nick's Sauce

Mary M. • January 10, 2020Yum great Bantam greens and having the pasta special.

Michael M. • September 22, 2011Oysters, pasta, tuna, and steak. Every meal I've had at Max's has been amazing! Just make sure to fill up your wallet before arrival. It's not cheap.

Teresa C. • March 15, 2019Everything is good! In the summer I order individual slices. In the winter I love the sausage Stromboli. The subs, the lasagna everything is tasty, just like homemade.

KaeLyn R. • April 19, 2014Veggie lunch buffet only $7.55! Order a traditional Ethiopian coffee service, something I haven't seen at any other local place. The owner is often the server & cook--she is very attentive & kind.

KeGoMo • May 6, 2015We loved the salads and quiche!!! All very fresh and reasonable prices. Couple of large hightop tables inside, few small tables outside as well.

Kristin P. • December 12, 2015The bubble tea is delicious. I tried the "crazy" fusion sushi rolls and they were so great and filling. Definitely worth checking out.