Dining in Rochester

You’ll find an incredible array of restaurants in Rochester serving up everything from international cuisine to our world-famous "garbage plates" and BBQ, in every venue from eateries to sidewalk cafes to up-scale restaurants.

Rochester offers a variety of restaurants that compete with even the most eclectic and diverse cities nationwide. You can try Ethiopian, Philipino, Vegetarian, and gourmet foods without walking more than three blocks! If in-home cooking is more your style, you too can test your culinary abilities as Rochester is home of the famous Wegmans Supermarkets (which include in-store cafes as well as an exquisite shopping experience).

While visiting Rochester, leave some time to sample our cuisine, either on- or off-campus. If you’re not sure where to go, feel free to take some of these suggestions to round out your epicurean experience:

Aja Noodle - Contemporary Asian Cuisine

Aladdin's - Greek, perfect for lunch

Dinosaur Barbeque - Famous for everything BBQ

The Macaroni Grill - Family-style Italian                                     

Pellegrino’s - Delicious subs, salads, and custard                

Pomodoro - Trendy Italian, great drinks                               

The Spot Cafe  - Chevy-showroom-turned-cafe, great for lunch 

Tapa’s - Latin-themed upscale appetizers and meals