Best Casual Restaurants in Pittsford

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1. Erie Grill

4.6

Exceptional(1007)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Pittsford

Booked 14 times today

Following lunch, the restaurant transitions itself into a lounge-like dining and drinking atmosphere by revealing liquor selections behind the bar, showcasing a vast wine selection, and softening lighting for the evening hours. The menu offers a variety of crave-able Contemporary American cuisine that encompasses both coursed meals and smaller plates to share at a range of price points. Executive Chef John Freezee and Sous Chef Chris Nightingale imaginatively utilize seasonal ingredients to present the finest in regional cuisine.

2. The Blind Pig

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$$$$Price: Expensive

• Tapas / Small Plates • Fairport

The Blind Pig Speakeasy is located in The DeLand House on Main in Fairport, NY and is open Tuesdays and Wednesdays starting at 6 PM. Reservations are required and will be available to book every 2 weeks. Check our social pages to see when the next reservations will be available for booking.

3. Rare 3001

4.7

Exceptional(114)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Rochester

Booked 7 times today

Rochester's newest Steak & Seafood Restaurant. Located at the lower level of Monroe's Restaurant.If you are unable to find a reservation to your liking, please call the restaurant at (585) 651-0100All parties of six or more must be booked in person or via telephone with a manager. To reserve a table for six or more people on a weekday (Wednesday-Thursday), a $30 per person deposit is required at the time of the reservation. Parties of six or more on weekends (Friday and Saturday) require a $60 per person deposit at the time of the reservation. All deposits will be applied to your final bill.

4. Amore by Wegmans

4.8

Exceptional(1066)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Rochester

Booked 18 times today

At Amore Italian Restaurant & Lounge, authentic dishes, exceptional wines and spirits, and a vibrant atmosphere come together to bring you a wonderfully satisfying dining experience. Here, the flavors of Italy and the Mediterranean are brought to life using fresh, seasonal ingredients – creating a meal you’ll truly love.

A photo of Char Steak & Lounge restaurant

5. Char Steak & Lounge

4.5

Awesome(1513)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Rochester

Booked 22 times today

Nestled in the heart of the Neighborhood Of The Arts, Char Steak & Lounge is located in the newly renovated Strathallan, A DoubleTree by Hilton. A blend of quintessential steakhouse with an opulent, hip ambiance celebrating local artists, Char has something for everyone. With refined and approachable service, the menus offer breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Featuring our wood-fired grilled steaks to homemade pastas, fresh seafood, and masterfully in-house crafted desserts.

6. Fiamma Centro

4.5

Awesome(1346)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Rochester

Booked 21 times today

Fiamma is a full service authentic Italian Restaurant featuring the first truly authentic Neapolitan Wood burning pizza oven in Monroe county. With an all natural flame our oven maintains an internal temperature of 1000 degrees cooking the pizza in 45 seconds leaving it with a truly unique taste and texture. The rest of our menu is reflective of traditional southern italian dishes native to the Campania region. With diverse ingredients and seasonal fruits and vegetables we strive to offer only the freshest available seasonal dishes. As the seasons change so will our menu.The small, quaint dining room was designed to resemble an old fashioned Italian osteria. Rich with wood and other earth elements Fiamma is a warm inviting atmosphere. The Italian countryside was inspiration for both the menu and the dining space. While at Fiamma you will be greeted with a smile, and treated like family.

A photo of Grappa - Rochester restaurant

7. Grappa - Rochester

4.6

Exceptional(1022)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary Italian • Rochester

Booked 16 times today

Grappa: WHERE NOSTALGIA meets NOUVEAUItalian Nouveau is a modern approach to traditional Italian cuisine, merging the past with the present. Dustin Muroski, Executive Chef, carefully crafts a modern Italian dining experience perfect for a night out, a lively dinner with friends or a quick bite. The bar at Grappa:Elevate your tastebuds with the perfect cocktail to turn any ordinary night into an extraordinary one. Choose from a perfect glass of wine, a craft beer or try one of our unique signature Grappa cocktails.

8. Tony D's

4.6

Exceptional(721)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Rochester

Booked 29 times today

Tony D's is a trendy pizzeria that also offers traditional Italian dishes. The restaurant is popular for its authentic signature pizzas. It makes each one from scratch using only fresh and high quality ingredients. The ambiance at Tony D's is modern, vibrant and sleek with a young and trendy atmosphere. The restaurant also offers a full-service bar where guests can enjoy their favorite drinks.Begin the meal with an appetizer like marinated meatballs cooked in a classic red sauce, crispy calamari served with house special sauce or the shrimp scampi. Diners are welcome to create their own pizzas at Tony D's. Topping options include tomatoes, onions, peppers, chicken, beef, shrimp, crab and more. Guests can also dig into an entree like penne a la vodka or the pan roasted veal rib chop.

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9. Veneto Pizza and Pasta

4.5

Awesome(771)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Rochester

Booked 21 times today

Veneto Pizza & Pasta located in the heart of the historic East End is reopening October 2023. It has been completely remodeled due to a fire that occurred on 1/4/23. Same great staff, food and open kitchen with a new modern vibe. Featuring Appetizers, Salads, Pizza, Pasta, Chicken Dishes, and Nightly Features including homemade Desserts. Full Bar, Wine, Beer, Soda.

A photo of BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse - Rochester restaurant

10. BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse - Rochester

4.3

Awesome(94)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Rochester

Booked 10 times today

Time counts at BJ’s Restaurant & Brewhouse. Since our humble beginnings back in 1978, we’ve continued to refine our brewhouse experience to make BJ’s a place where you can make the most of any meal. We want BJ’s to be a place where the moment you leave is the moment you plan on coming back.We pride ourselves in our craft and attention to detail. Our guests come here for our award-winning handcrafted beer. They come here for the Southern California twist we’ve put on the Chicago-style deep dish pizza. And they come here for our Pizookies®, our world-renowned dessert. But above all we know people come here to make their good times better.So in many ways we haven’t just crafted a brand, but a mindset. And our guests are the reason for this. And it’s because of them we’re continually striving to make sure every moment they choose to spend with us counts.Welcome to BJ’s, a restaurant with a Brewhouse soul.

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M
Millie
New York City •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
The service and the food was amazing. Love the atmosphere! Can’t wait to go back.
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Amore by WegmansPrice: Expensive• Italian• Rochester
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4.8
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Doug
New York City •9 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 10, 2025
Salads; Dinner; and Wine were excellent. Our server, Amelia, was great!! Very personable. We thought the chairs were a little low compared to the table height.
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Erie GrillPrice: Moderate• American• Pittsford
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4.6
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Francine and Gary
New York City •5 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 8, 2025
First time; excellent food and service! Will definitely be back
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Char Steak & LoungePrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Rochester
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4.5
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Joseph
South Carolina •8 reviews
5.0
Dined on Apr 12, 2025
Everything was perfect inclduing our waiter, Chris. What a wonderful evening.
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Rare 3001Price: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Rochester
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4.7

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