25 Essential Rochester Institutions
From neighborhood classics to high-wire tasting rooms, these are the places shaping the modern dining identity of Rochester.
La Corona
New Hampshire
an everyday essential mexican restaurant address in Rochester, pairing editorial magnetism with a Beam Score of 86.3.
The Jefferson
New Hampshire
an everyday essential table known for disciplined american restaurant cooking, strong local gravity, and Beam Score momentum at 81.5.
Windjammers Seafood Restaurant
New Hampshire
Old-fashioned fixture since 2001 with a nautical motif offering hearty portions of seafood classics.
Moe's Italian Sandwiches
Rochester, New Hampshire
Regional chain with a simple menu of signature sandwiches & baked goods such as whoopie pies.
HONG Asian Noodle Bar( Rochester)
Rochester, New Hampshire
Parking: Free parking lot, Free street parking.
110 Grill
Rochester, New Hampshire
Casual restaurant with contemporary American dishes, including vegetarian options, plus a full bar.
Spaulding Steak & Ale
Rochester, New Hampshire
Service options: Outdoor seating, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Great beer selection, Great cocktails, Great dessert. Popular for: Dinner.
South Main Pizza
Rochester, New Hampshire
Service options: Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Serves local specialty. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining. Accessibility.
La Carreta Rochester
Rochester, New Hampshire
Part of a laid-back chain offering south-of-the-border staples & a kids' menu in a festive setting.
Cooper Hill Pizzeria
Rochester, New Hampshire
Service options: Outdoor seating, Curbside pickup, Delivery, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Great beer selection, Great cocktails.
Farmington House of Pizza
Rochester, New Hampshire
Service options: Delivery, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Great beer selection, Sports. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining. Accessibility.
Revolution Taproom & Grill
Rochester, New Hampshire
Gastropub serving eclectic American fare & dozens of beers on tap in a Revolutionary War–chic space.
Papa Gino's
Rochester, New Hampshire
Down-to-earth, family-oriented chain doling out hand-stretched pizzas, plus pasta & subs.
Johnson's Seafood and Steak
Rochester, New Hampshire
Service options: Outdoor seating, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Great beer selection, Great cocktails, Great dessert.
Eastside Tavern
Rochester, New Hampshire
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible entrance, Wheelchair accessible parking lot, Wheelchair accessible restroom, Wheelchair accessible seating.
My Thai Bistros
Rochester, New Hampshire
Identifies as Asian-owned, Identifies as women-owned. Service options: Delivery, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Great tea selection. Popular for.
Clemento's Pizzeria & Brew
Rochester, New Hampshire
Service options: Curbside pickup, No-contact delivery, Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Great beer selection.
Northwood Diner
Rochester, New Hampshire
Service options: Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Great coffee, Serves local specialty. Popular for: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Buffalo Wild Wings
Rochester, New Hampshire
Chain dishing up wings, tenders & burgers, plus sauces ranging from sweet to very spicy.
A1 Japanese Steakhouse
Rochester, New Hampshire
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible entrance, Wheelchair accessible parking lot, Wheelchair accessible restroom, Wheelchair accessible seating.
IHOP
Rochester, New Hampshire
Long-standing chain serving a wide variety of pancakes & other American breakfast & diner fare.
Goodfellas Brick Oven Pizzeria
Rochester, New Hampshire
Service options: Delivery, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Great beer selection, Great cocktails, Sports. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner.
The Original Johnson's Dairy Bar at Northwoods Brewing Company
Rochester, New Hampshire
Service options: Outdoor seating, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Great beer selection, Great cocktails, Great dessert.
Charlie's of Rochester
Rochester, New Hampshire
Service options: Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Serves local specialty. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining. Accessibility.
Yo's Thai Street Food
Rochester, New Hampshire
Service options: Outdoor seating, Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Great tea selection. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner.