Location: Rochester
Top Things to do in Rochester
Things to do in Rochester, New York (NY): The Best Breweries
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. Blue Toad Hard Cider
2. Roc Brewing Co.
Overall Ratings
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.
3. Genesee Brew House
4. Rohrbach Brewing Company
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 27 reviews
Reviewed By keeraselRochester
Stopped by the RR street location to grab a beer, and maybe a salad and was excited to find that the menu now includes sandwiches, and appetizers, including more choices for us veggie heads (I do still eat fish/fowl, so I'm a pseudo vegetarian ;-). The chicken caesar panini came with a choice of chips or salad, and it was a generous amount of good greens, not a speck of iceberg! Interesting dressing as well, and the sandwich was enough for two meals. Thursday nights usually include live music, but no band that night, which was fine; it gave me a chance to chat with my server/bartender Paul - and once again, the owner has hired great staff. They are personable, attentive, and know their beer! Plus, I can get my favorite combo straight from the keg - Vanilla porter mixed with the Blueberry Ale!
5. The Lost Borough Brewing Co.
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 18 reviews
Creating exceptional craft beer for Rochester and beyond that push the edge of flavor with vintage style. We are The Lost Borough Brewing Company, a microbrewery located in Rochester, NY. Creativity is what drives us, and our mission is to create exceptional craft beers for a growing community of people who share that constant sense of curiosity.
6. Swiftwater Brewing Company
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 31 reviews
We are a farm brewery in Rochester's South Wedge neighborhood. At Swiftwater we consistently push ourselves to create novel and interesting beer, while working to perfect our favorite classic styles. We use New York State produced ingredients whenever possible and look to work with other businesses who share the same passion and commitment to the Rochester community.
