By Judy Antell
Rochester,
New York is known for its hots (hot dogs) and frozen custard, but the small city, surrounded by farm land and orchards, is also home to several fine dining restaurants. Spring and summer are great times to experience "Flower City" in bloom, but museums, hiking, wineries and the Eastman School of Music make Rochester a year-round destination.
2 Vine
2 Vine uses local, organic produce in its seasonal menus and has seafood flown in daily from Boston. Specialties run from comfort food such as meatloaf to grand platters of fresh seafood. Salads are made with special care, and the wine list ranges from local New York State wines to grand crus. The restaurant is also celebrated for its steaks, made with Angus beef. 2 Vine is next to the art movie house, The Little Theatre.
2 Vine
24 Winthrop St.
Rochester, NY 14607
(585) 454-6020
2vine.com/
Edibles
Edibles has Eastern European specialties such as borscht, perogies and strudel in addition to crab chowder, Moroccan lamb and nightly ravioli. The extensive martini menu offers a range of cocktails, and the molten chocolate cake is a must. Note that Edibles is not open on Sundays.
Edibles
704 University Ave.
Rochester, NY 14607
(585) 271-4910
ediblesrochester.com/
Max of Eastman Place
Max of Eastman Place is a great place to go if you are seeing a show at the Eastman Theater at the University of Rochester. The intimate steakhouse, also closed Sundays, offers live jazz some nights. Seafood lovers and vegetarians will also find plenty of choices. The menu is market-driven, with local organic produce highlighted. There is also a lunch-only branch at The Memorial Art Gallery.
Max of Eastman Place
25 Gibbs St.
Rochester, NY 14608
(585) 697-0491
maxrochester.net/eastman-place/
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About the Author:
Judy Antell was the editor of Big Apple Parent for 13 years and continues to write for the monthly publication. Antell has been published in "The New York Times," "Parents" magazine and on numerous websites. She holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in English literature and a Master of Arts degree in literature and drama from Washington University.
