Big changes at The Metropolitan building continue with the opening of Bar Bantam in the building’s newly renovated lobby. The restaurant, which opened February 1, serves breakfast, lunch, and aperitivo (happy hour), with plans to add a full dinner service in April. Bar Bantam is a joint venture between partners Lauren, Robert, and Evan Gallina […]
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Building up
There’s a lot of construction happening downtown. Here’s what to expect to open
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The City Seen: June 18
City last weekend stopped in to see Nate Hodge and Cordell Cordaro’s collaborative exhibit of artwork that currently fills the 26th floor of The Metropolitan at One South Clinton Avenue. Formerly called Lincoln First Tower, and then later Chase Tower, the 1974 building is an iconic part of Rochester’s skyline and is known for its […]






