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1. Tony D's
4.6
Exceptional(808)
££££
• Italian • Rochester
Booked 15 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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2. Native Rochester
4.6
Exceptional(150)
££££
• American • Rochester
Booked 10 times today
Located at the bustling corner of Woodbury Blvd and Clinton Ave in the City of Rochester, NY, Native offers a casual upscale dining experience. Our establishment features locally sourced, New-Age American cuisine, handcrafted cocktails, microbrews, and a vast array of wine, served by true believers in our mission to support our friends' and neighbors' small businesses.
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3. State Street Bar&Grill
(0)
££££
• American • Rochester
The State Street Bar and Grill is the perfect spot to relax after a long day! Enjoy a cocktails and food with colleagues and friends at our spacious bar. If you prefer,sit down in the Restaurant area to enjoy a delicious dinner with family and friends. A few of our signature items include our Monterey Grilled Chicken or Citrus Salmon.
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4. Texas de Brazil - Rochester
4.6
Exceptional(2973)
££££
• Steakhouse • Rochester
Booked 31 times today
Texas de Brazil is a Brazilian steakhouse, or churrascaria, offering an authentic rodizio-style dining experience where gaucho chefs serve endless tableside carvings of flame-grilled beef, lamb, pork, chicken, and Brazilian sausage. Guests also enjoy an extravagant salad area with seasonal chef-crafted items, fresh vegetables, artisan cheeses, and Brazilian specialties. The vibrant atmosphere blends Brazilian hospitality with an elegant setting, perfect for date nights, group dinners, and celebrations. Located in Rochester's College Town near the University of Rochester, one of the city's most popular dining districts, surrounded by campus life, retail, and entertainment, we offer a lively dining experience in Rochester.
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5. Fiamma Centro
4.7
Exceptional(1440)
££££
• Italian • Rochester
Booked 5 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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6. Next Door by Wegmans – Pittsford
4.8
Exceptional(2265)
££££
• Japanese • Rochester
Booked 13 times today
Next Door offers a dining experience rooted in exceptional ingredients – inspired tasting menus and incredible steaks, fresh seafood and sushi - some sourced directly from Japan, all complemented by incredible service.
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7. Veneto Pizza and Pasta
4.6
Exceptional(876)
££££
• Italian • Rochester
Booked 8 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.
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8. Char Steak & Lounge
4.6
Exceptional(1581)
££££
• Steakhouse • Rochester
Booked 15 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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9. Brown Hound Downtown
4.7
Exceptional(65)
££££
• American • Rochester
Booked 7 times today
Located inside the Memorial Art Gallery, Brown Hound Downtown offers elevated food and beverages served with warmth and hospitality. Entry to the museum is not required to dine with us.Brown Hound Downtown is known for our Saturday & Sunday Brunches but we are also open for Lunches Wed-Fri and Dinners on Thursdays and 2nd Fridays [Alive @ 5].Live Music on the 2nd Friday of each month 5-8 pm. Please call to inquire about large groups, private/semi-private parties and catering in the MAG's gorgeous event spaces.Free off-street parking available.
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10. Grappa - Rochester
4.4
Awesome(1011)
££££
• Contemporary Italian • Rochester
Booked 11 times today
Grappa: WHERE NOSTALGIA meets NOUVEAUItalian Nouveau is a modern approach to traditional Italian cuisine, merging the past with the present. Grappa 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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  • Joy
    Central and Western MA •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Food was excellent and service was wonderful. We will definitely be back.
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    Native Rochester$$$$• American• Rochester
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    4.6
  • Aimee
    New York City •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Always a great experience here. For our most recent visit there was a wedding reception at the time we were there. They we hardly noticed and the noise remained low and it was easy to have a conversation with my friends. The salad bar is always fresh and amazing. If I didn't like the meats so much I could definitely eat, and be fully satisfied at, just the salad bar. My one suggestion would be to consider offering unlimited soft drinks/coffee and 1 dessert per person for the $60 price tag. Sometimes it's hard to feel like you ate $60 worth of food and perhaps including non alcoholic drinks and a dessert in your pricing may soften the sticker shock. I also really love the location. Vibrant area with plenty of free parking. The staff is also always friendly and accommodating.
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    Texas de Brazil - Rochester$$$$• Steakhouse• Rochester
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    4.6
  • Wendy
    Upstate New York •1 review
    5.0
    Dined on 4 Sept 2026
    The food was excellent! We really enjoyed our server as well. *Ryan* Thank you for a great dinner! Wendy
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    Tony D's$$$$• Italian• Rochester
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    4.6
  • Kristina
    Nashville •1 review
    5.0
    Dined on 1 Sept 2026
    This might have been the best Italian food/woodfired pizza we’ve ever had. Especially for the price, the portions were amazing!! I will be recommending this place to as many people as I can.
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    Fiamma Centro$$$$• Italian• Rochester
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    4.7

Discover best restaurants near Blue Cross Arena

Discover the vibrant atmosphere surrounding Blue Cross Arena, a central hub for events in Rochester, NY. Where to Eat Near Blue Cross Arena? The dining scene nearby is diverse and exciting, making it easy to find the perfect meal before or after an event. Enjoy Italian dining with handmade pastas, lively American taverns, and fresh sushi bars that showcase culinary artistry. Options range from casual spots to refined eateries, catering to all tastes—whether you're in the mood for rustic Italian dishes or modern Japanese-influenced fare. Feast on flavorful meals crafted from fresh, seasonal ingredients, ideal for both casual outings and special celebrations. Discover a delightful dining experience just steps away from the arena, where every meal is a celebration of flavors.

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