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Mid-range in Rochester (New York)
Mid-range in Rochester (New York)
The middle ground is where most of Rochester's restaurants lie. A variety of ethnic cuisines are available, if you're willing to look around a bit. In particular, Rochester's barbecue scene is better than you might expect.
Abyssinia, 80 University Ave, ☎ +1 585 262-3910. Tu-Su noon-9:30PM. The premier Ethiopian restaurant in Rochester and in the Grove Place district of town, Abyssinia has been open since 2000 and shows no signs of slowing down. Go for the combos, which are served injera (Ethiopian bread) or the clay pots of lamb or beef. $10-$15 (). �
Aja Noodle Co., 2602 Elmwood Ave, Brighton, ☎ +1 585 244-1052. M-Th 11AM-9PM, F Sa 11AM-10PM, Su noon-9PM. Serves lunch and dinner. Though located away from other travel attractions, the noodles are some of the best in Rochester. Second location in Perinton south of Fairport. $7-$12 (). �
California Rollin', 274 N Goodman St (Village Gate Square), ☎ +1 585 271-8990, . Weekday lunch: Tu-F 11AM-3PM; weekday dinner: M-Th 5PM-10PM, F 5PM-11PM; weekends: Sa 1PM-11PM, Su 1PM-9PM. If less traditional, more experimental/Western, sushi sounds interesting to you, pay a visit to this excellent sushi restaurant and bar. A special each day of the week; the best values for your buck are the Wednesday $20 all-you-can-eat and the Sunday 3-for-$12 deals. $3-$22. �
- California Rollin' 2, 1000 N River St (in the former ferry terminal), ☎ +1 585 271-8920. �
Highland Park Diner, 960 S Clinton Ave, ☎ +1 585 461-5040. M-Th 7AM-9PM, F Sa 7AM-11PM, Su 7AM-3PM. Rochester's last classic diner. A 1948 Orleans diner restored in 1986 to an art deco style. Their motto is "real food, served real well at real prices". A neighborhood joint with very good food. Friendly, personal service (the owner himself often takes orders) and fantastic Sunday breakfast/brunch menu: berries & peaches stuffed French toast, tasty savory omelets and a glorious eggs Benedict. Be sure to ask for "sweet cheese" on your waffles, pancakes & French toast. $3-$20. �
Hogan's Hideaway, 197 Park Ave, ☎ +1 585 442-4293 ( ), . M-Th 11:30AM-10PM, F Sa 11:30AM-10:30PM, Su 4PM-9PM. A cozy eatery in the heart of the Park Avenue neighborhood, offering traditional fare with a slight upscale twist. Most entrees change daily, though a few are constants. Parking is iffy. $6-24. �
Hose 22, 56 Stutson St, ☎ +1 585 621-2200 ( ), . Tu-Su 11:30AM-?. Housed in a former firehouse, Hose 22 offers up great American grill fare. $8-$22. �
The King and I, 1455 E Henrietta Rd, Henrietta, ☎ +1 585-427-8090 (fax: +1 585 427-8288), . M-Th 11AM-10PM, F 11AM-11PM, Sa noon-11PM, Su noon-9:30PM. Located in Henrietta, a sprawling suburb that features mostly grimly terrible chain restaurants, this fantastic Thai spot features reasonable prices, lightning quick service (seriously, it's like they know what you're going to order before you get there) and food that always tastes uncannily fresh and yummy. The ambiance is not great, with a huge cavernous dining room and terrible, terrible art on the walls, but the food is consistently good and you can always get takeout. Make sure to try the Thai iced tea. No need to bother with reservations. Open for lunch and dinner. $8-$10. �
Olive's Greek Taverna, 50 State St, Pittsford (off Schoen Pl), ☎ +1 585 381-3990. M-Sa 11AM-8PM. Located in Rochester's snootiest suburb, you wouldn't expect the best deal in Rochester, but this charming restaurant will give you the most bang for your buck. Authentic and carefully prepared, don't miss the huge mezede village platter (an appetizer that can be easily shared by two or more), gyros and well-spiced kebabs. Lots for vegetarians, and unbelievable sweet potato fries. Reservations only taken for 3 or more. On the weekends they're basically required, or you'll wait hours for a table. Appetizers $5-10, sandwiches and entrees $5-15; cash only. �
Seoul Garden, 2805 W Henrietta Rd, Brighton, ☎ +1 585 424-2220. Su Tu Th 11AM-10PM, F Sa 11AM-10:30PM. Features extensive Korean menu -- Korean BBQ, scallion pancakes, spicy stews, etc. All meals come with lots of tasty extras, like fermented black beans and kimchee. $7-$15. �
Shiki, (1054 S Clinton Ave), ☎ +1 585 271-2090, . Lunch: M-F 11:30AM-2:30PM; dinner: M-Sa 5PM-10PM. Looks like nothing from the outside, an easily miss-able hole-in-the-wall place on South Clinton. But inside the tiny space is a little haven, authentically Japanese, with rice-paper screens and the most perfectly prepared sushi in Rochester. The only staff are the friendly Japanese owners who will offer lots of guidance if you ask. Lunch $4-$16; dinner $9-$19. �
Tavern 58 at Gibbs, 58 University Ave (at Gibbs St), ☎ +1 585 546-5800, . M-Th 4PM-midnight, F Sa 4PM-1AM. Classy yet casual, one of the newest and best-reviewed restaurants in downtown. They have positioned themselves as a great place to get dinner after seeing a performance at the Eastman Theater or Downstairs Cabaret. Dinner-and-theater packages available with some Auditorium Theatre shows; being able to park at the restaurant is a major benefit. Go for sandwiches if you want to spend less than $10, or steaks or seafood if you're willing to spend about $20. $8-$26. �
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