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From family-friendly activities to professional sports teams, museums and galleries, Rochester has something for everyone. Enjoy the scenic Erie Canal, Genesee River and Lake Ontario. Don't miss the Strong National Museum of Play (America's second-largest children's museum) or the International Museum of Photography. Be sure to sample one of Rochester's famous "white hots," Rochester's version of the hotdog! And don't miss the nearby Finger Lakes region with its wine trails and gorges.
Restaurants in Rochester
1. Crush Beer & Wine Tours
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 427 reviews
Crush Beer & Wine Tours offers guided tours of Breweries and Wineries in the picturesque setting of the Finger Lakes and Rochester, NY.
2. Progressive Palate Food Tours
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5.0 based on 6 reviews
Our guided 3 hour walking tour will consist of a 1.5 mile stroll through the streets of Rochester. Along the way we will stop at 5+ unique neighborhood businesses and landmarks where participants will not only eat hearty samples of local food and drink but will also hear entertaining stories of cultural and historical interest. Enjoy time with people who love food and adventure!
3. Seed And Stone Cidery
4. Black Button Distilling
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 79 reviews
We are Rochester NY's first and finest craft distillery since prohibition. Located at the Rochester Public Market making only the finest Vodka, Gin and Whiskey from New York State grains. Since 1922 my family has provided some of the finest men's suit buttons available. For Four generations these buttons have closed suits worn by Presidents, Popes, Kings, and Businessmen the world over. From a young age I went to work in my grandfather's factory but it was clear I was meant for a different path. I broke tradition and decided to make whiskey, but the lessons I learned in his factory as a kid still guide me to this day; work hard, work with your hands, make your product the best on the market, and you can't cheat time. My distillery pays homage to my grandfather and the world he knew - where real men worked hard and drank real pot distilled whiskey. My name is Jason Barrett, I started my craft distillery at 24 years old, and I love distilling. I hope you will try our small batch, grain to glass spirits and join me in raising a glass to Living Large in Small Batches.
Reviewed By 49MarkL - Penfield, United States
Black Button Lilac Gin is incredibly smooth and flavorful! Unlike the popular national brands such as Tanqueray and Bombay, I can enjoy Black Button's Lilac Gin on ice alone or with a squeeze of fresh lime. When I add tonic water it's hard to control the urge to drink it down like iced tea or lemonade on a blistering hot day.
5. Blue Toad Hard Cider
6. Rochester Pedal Tours
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 105 reviews
Celebrate summer on either our boats or bikes. Our boat fits up to 18 people and we have 4 bikes (3-13 seat bikes and 1-15 seater) we can accommodate larger groups with multi bike tours. Bring your own food and drinks on the tour (alcohol included) Take a look at our website rochesterpedaltours. com to view an up to the minute availability calendar, alcohol policy and a great frequently asked questions section
7. Lori's Natural Foods Center
8. Portage Tours
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 9 reviews
Rochester and the Finger Lakes' craft beverage and food scene is thriving! Explore it with us. We offer guided bus tours to explore the areas best locally made beer, wine, spirits and food. Enjoy generous samples while getting behind the scenes glimpses of how these libations are made. Along the way you will learn about the area's history, architecture and culture. Discover what makes our region unique and vibrant with either a brewery tour, winery tour, distillery tour or combination tour. No need to rent the whole bus, just rent the number of seats you want. Choose from one of our signature tours have a tour customized for you. Whether for a family celebration, gathering of friends, or corporate event, Portage Tours will make it fantastic.
9. Rochester Public Market
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 171 reviews
Reviewed By WMSGKB - East Lansing, United States
The market was everything I was hoping for and more. Within five minutes of being there I was greeted by a nice young man from a fresh fish still who gave me an introduction to the market when I told him I had never been. The variety of products was incredible, the efficient operation and friendliness of the people was delightful, and the atmosphere was lively and interesting. If I lived nearby I could see myself doing over half of my grocery shopping at the market every week. The next time I am anywhere near Rochester I will plan another visit.
10. Roc Brewing Co.
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4.5 based on 41 reviews
Reviewed By 891kevinx
Chris and the crew there are absolutely fantastic! To make a long story short, I was stuck outside their brewery because my idiot self locked my keys in the car. They were kind enough to invite me in and watch the Bills game with them at a responsible social distance while I waited for AAA. The group here are such great ambassadors for Rochester as a city and their hospitality really made me want to move here. Genuinely some of the nicest people I have ever met. If you're looking for great craft beer brewed by awesome humans, swing by and pick up a crowler or two to-go like I did. Oh, and the beer is fantastic. You won't be disappointed, just go for it.
