At 12:45 p.m. on a snowy Thursday in February, every seat in the Sagra Italia dining room is full. Formerly home to Fifth Frame Brewing, 155 St. Paul St. is nearly unrecognizable, transformed into an airy, chic space somehow reminiscent of both Brooklyn and Rome. Thereโs a cozy sitting area off to one side and […]
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Crispy cutlets, all-corner baked ziti, and other chefโs kisses at Cotoletta
The Italian comfort food spot from Tony Dโs owner-chef is open for lunch and dinner in Greece.
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Popular Corn Hill bistro Tony D’s to move to new location
Tony D’s, the popular Italian bistro in Corn Hill, is moving to a new location on University Avenue.
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CHOW HOUND | What’s happening in Rochester’s food + bev scene
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Rochester’s nicest ice and who makes it
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Rochester’s last three downtown hot dog vendors make a stand
Hot dog vendors used to be everywhere downtown. Now, there are three. These are their stories.
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Five spots for $10 lunches
Break bread, not the bank, at one of these local restaurants.
