Restaurants near University of Rochester

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1. Texas De Brazil - Rochester

4.5

Awesome(3030)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Rochester

Booked 35 times today

Texas de Brazil, is a Brazilian steakhouse, or churrascaria, that features endless servings of flame-grilled beef, lamb, pork, chicken, and Brazilian sausage as well as an extravagant salad area with a wide array of seasonal chef-crafted items.

2. Tony D's

4.7

Exceptional(710)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Rochester

Booked 26 times today

Tony D's is a trendy pizzeria that also offers traditional Italian dishes. The restaurant is popular for its authentic signature pizzas. It makes each one from scratch using only fresh and high quality ingredients. The ambiance at Tony D's is modern, vibrant and sleek with a young and trendy atmosphere. The restaurant also offers a full-service bar where guests can enjoy their favorite drinks.Begin the meal with an appetizer like marinated meatballs cooked in a classic red sauce, crispy calamari served with house special sauce or the shrimp scampi. Diners are welcome to create their own pizzas at Tony D's. Topping options include tomatoes, onions, peppers, chicken, beef, shrimp, crab and more. Guests can also dig into an entree like penne a la vodka or the pan roasted veal rib chop.

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3. Next Door by Wegmans

4.8

Exceptional(2164)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Fusion / Eclectic • Rochester

Booked 25 times today

Discover the allure of Next Door by Wegmans, a contemporary Japanese-inspired restaurant that elevates Japanese cuisine to delicious new heights. We’ve reimagined dining with a sharing-style menu that brings people together to enjoy bold, modern flavors and exceptional culinary craftsmanship. Indulge in the finest hand-rolled sushi, grilled Wagyu & grass-fed beef, seafood, and vegetables made from the world’s freshest ingredients—all paired with rare fine wines by the glass to perfectly complement every bite. Our chefs are masters of their craft, meticulously hand-selecting only the finest ingredients and preparing them with precision and care. Next Door Rochester is more than a restaurant—it’s a personalized culinary journey. With warm, knowledgeable service, our team transforms every meal into a memorable experience. Whether you’re planning an intimate dinner or a lively social gathering, we’re here to delight your palate and exceed your expectations every time you visit.

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4. Char Steak & Lounge

4.4

Awesome(1503)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Rochester

Booked 21 times today

Nestled in the heart of the Neighborhood Of The Arts, Char Steak & Lounge is located in the newly renovated Strathallan, A DoubleTree by Hilton. A blend of quintessential steakhouse with an opulent, hip ambiance celebrating local artists, Char has something for everyone. With refined and approachable service, the menus offer breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Featuring our wood-fired grilled steaks to homemade pastas, fresh seafood, and masterfully in-house crafted desserts.

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5. Grappa - Rochester

4.7

Exceptional(1018)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary Italian • Rochester

Booked 12 times today

Grappa: WHERE NOSTALGIA meets NOUVEAUItalian Nouveau is a modern approach to traditional Italian cuisine, merging the past with the present. Dustin Muroski, Executive Chef, carefully crafts a modern Italian dining experience perfect for a night out, a lively dinner with friends or a quick bite. The bar at Grappa:Elevate your tastebuds with the perfect cocktail to turn any ordinary night into an extraordinary one. Choose from a perfect glass of wine, a craft beer or try one of our unique signature Grappa cocktails.

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6. Delmonicos Italian Steakhouse - Rochester

4.5

Awesome(1232)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Rochester

Booked 18 times today

Delmonico’s Italian Steakhouse offers unforgettable meals in an equally unforgettable atmosphere. Our guests enjoy the Italian-themed music with plenty of Frank Sinatra and the Rat Pack; the caricatures on the walls; the big-city feel; and the warmth of the wood-paneled dining rooms. Above all, they love the feast for all of their senses provided by our 24 oz. signature Delmonico steak.We also serve homemade Italian specialties, including pasta, seafood dishes, bruschetta, garlic bread, salads, chicken dishes, and cannoli, as well as a great selection of wines.

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7. Veneto Pizza and Pasta

4.5

Awesome(757)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Rochester

Booked 21 times today

Veneto Pizza & Pasta located in the heart of the historic East End is reopening October 2023. It has been completely remodeled due to a fire that occurred on 1/4/23. Same great staff, food and open kitchen with a new modern vibe. Featuring Appetizers, Salads, Pizza, Pasta, Chicken Dishes, and Nightly Features including homemade Desserts. Full Bar, Wine, Beer, Soda.

8. Fiamma Centro

4.6

Exceptional(1332)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Rochester

Booked 18 times today

Fiamma is a full service authentic Italian Restaurant featuring the first truly authentic Neapolitan Wood burning pizza oven in Monroe county. With an all natural flame our oven maintains an internal temperature of 1000 degrees cooking the pizza in 45 seconds leaving it with a truly unique taste and texture. The rest of our menu is reflective of traditional southern italian dishes native to the Campania region. With diverse ingredients and seasonal fruits and vegetables we strive to offer only the freshest available seasonal dishes. As the seasons change so will our menu.The small, quaint dining room was designed to resemble an old fashioned Italian osteria. Rich with wood and other earth elements Fiamma is a warm inviting atmosphere. The Italian countryside was inspiration for both the menu and the dining space. While at Fiamma you will be greeted with a smile, and treated like family.

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9. BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse - Rochester

4.3

Awesome(84)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Rochester

Booked 19 times today

Time counts at BJ’s Restaurant & Brewhouse. Since our humble beginnings back in 1978, we’ve continued to refine our brewhouse experience to make BJ’s a place where you can make the most of any meal. We want BJ’s to be a place where the moment you leave is the moment you plan on coming back.We pride ourselves in our craft and attention to detail. Our guests come here for our award-winning handcrafted beer. They come here for the Southern California twist we’ve put on the Chicago-style deep dish pizza. And they come here for our Pizookies®, our world-renowned dessert. But above all we know people come here to make their good times better.So in many ways we haven’t just crafted a brand, but a mindset. And our guests are the reason for this. And it’s because of them we’re continually striving to make sure every moment they choose to spend with us counts.Welcome to BJ’s, a restaurant with a Brewhouse soul.

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10. Cristo's Wood Fired Pizza and Pasta

4.8

Exceptional(509)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Rochester

Booked 11 times today

CRISTO'S WOOD FIRED PIZZA and PASTA. Come enjoy our rustic charm and open kitchen. Featuring Appetizers, Salads, Wood Fired Pizza, Pasta, Chicken Dishes and Nightly Features including homemade Desserts. Live Music Wednesdays 5-8.

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Isaiah
Upstate New York •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
First time going to Texas DeBrazil and our waiter Ray was amazing. We came here for our anniversary and wanted to try something fancier than our normal date nights. It was an amazing experience all around. Everyone provided amazing service. Ray explained everything and was so patient with us. He even recommended us a beer similar to the one we wanted and now we love a Brazilian beer lol.
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Texas De Brazil - RochesterPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Rochester
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4.5
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Mike
West Virginia •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Great food and fantastic service. Spent hours there.
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Char Steak & LoungePrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Rochester
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4.4
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Gina
New York City •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Our server Erin was amazing. She was energetic and very polite. Food was delicious as always
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Delmonicos Italian Steakhouse - RochesterPrice: Expensive• Italian• Rochester
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4.5
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Nicole
Upstate New York •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
I think we read about this place in the Home Magazine and decided to try it out - amazing!! Everyone in our big group loved it and service was awesome with small kids as well. We’ll be back soon!
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Fiamma CentroPrice: Moderate• Italian• Rochester
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4.6
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OpenTable Diner
New York City •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Service and food were outstanding. Top notch service and overall great value!
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Tony D'sPrice: Moderate• Italian• Rochester
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4.7

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