Diners' Choice: Great for brunch restaurants in Finger Lakes

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Updated May 05, 2025

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Simply Crepes - Canandaigua

4.9

4.9 (173)

$30 and under

American

Canandaigua

About the restaurant

Simply Crêpes is located among the boutique shops in historic downtown Canandaigua just minutes from the city pier at the northern tip of the lake. A walk or drive from the Lake House. Stop by before or after your wine tour along Seneca, Keuka, Cayuga or Canandaigua lakes. This casual eatery with country charm offers patrons a variety of comfort food with a focus on crêpe dishes for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Breakfast menu can include "the best french toast", crêpes filled with eggs & bacon or stuffed with fresh strawberries. Pair breakfast with a boozy coffee flight or mimosa flight, cold pressed local juice. For lunch or dinner, smoked salmon and vegan "capable" Thai coconut curry. Dessert crêpes are stuffed with fruit or Nutella and topped with ice cream. Brunch is served all day. Simply Crêpes is open Monday through Sunday. Closed Tues. During the summer, dine outside in our cozy garden patio and enjoy a full outdoor bar at North Central Bar. Live music Friday & Saturday nights.

Top review

Sandra

Dined 6 days ago

We went mid-afternoon, so it was not too busy. We had reservations and were seated right away. Food was excellent. Staff was friendly.

Simply crepes - Pittsford

4.8

4.8 (165)

$30 and under

American

Pittsford

About the restaurant

A full-service restaurant. Offers progressively traditional, French Canadian farmhouse vibes. Scratch-made comfort food is handcrafted in our kitchen using fresh meats, produce, signature sauces and dressings.

Nosh on some of fan favorites for breakfast like French toast, Maple Sausage Stackers, oatmeal creme brulee, simply strawberry crepes. Lunch can be healthy! Many gluten and dairy free options. Try a Mediterranean Chicken (or make it vegetarian with tofu). Vegan friends love the Thai Curry Crepe. Food Network has featured our Rugby Crepe on The Best Thing I Ever Ate. Come for dinner and grab a burger or fried chicken sandwich. After dinner espresso martini and nutella dessert crepes!

This location boasts historic digs along the Erie Canal in Pittsford with weekday happy hour. Live music, events occur across the street. Order take out and our team members will deliver to your table at Collins Pavilion and Lock 32! Event spaces are available for meetings and private gatherings.

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Meaghan

Dined 6 days ago

Had a great experience for brunch at Simply Crepes in Pittsford! The food came out quickly, and was delicious. Staff was great and knowledgeable about allergies and recommendations. Every time I dine here, I have a great experience! Highly recommend their mimosas and breakfast crepe!

1833 Kitchen & Bar at the Aurora Inn

4.8

4.8 (1667)

$50 and over

American

Finger Lakes

About the restaurant

Award-winning, refined seasonal cuisine created by Chef Elsa Jorgensen is inspired by the diverse and fresh regional offerings. Using as many New York State products as possible to create a thoughtful and delicious culinary experience. Our seasonal a la carte menu is paired perfectly with the many Finger Lakes and Old World wines from our Wine Spectator award-winning wine and beverage list.
The Aurora Inn is warm and welcoming with exquisite décor. From intimate anniversary dinners to parties for up to 25 guests, we are prepared to make yours an event to remember. Whatever the occasion, it will be remembered for fine cuisine, warm service, and beautiful surroundings.

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Alex

Dined on May 16, 2025

Great food, superb service (the bar staff were friendly and helpful in recommending local wines). The ambience was buzzing. Would love to come back again soon!

Sociale Café at del Lago Resort & Casino

4.7

4.7 (318)

$30 and under

American

Finger Lakes

About the restaurant

Sociale Café & Bar is a full service restaurant, coffee house, and meeting place, featuring New American inspired cuisine. Our breakfast, lunch, and dinner menus are heavily influenced by local, seasonal products.

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Janice

Dined 6 days ago

We've eaten here a number of times and it's always very good with terrific service. Just remember to get a reservation as they sometimes do the seat yourself but when they get busy, they use reservations. My table mates had the prime rib with baked potatoes and mixed vegetables (sauteed zucchini and yellow squash with red peppers). They were very satisfied with their meals. I had salmon served with a baked potato and the vegetable of the day I described. The salmon was cooked just right; moist and flaky. We haven't had desserts; they have a wide array of gelato flavors and fresh baked pastries you can pick out from the display cases. I've had the chicken pho in the past; it's delicious. We like the casual atmosphere and the servers are attentive and friendly.

Simply Crepes - Webster-Penfield

4.7

4.7 (154)

$30 and under

American

Webster

About the restaurant

Modern French Canadian comfort food in a cozy, full-service setting.
Enjoy scratch-made dishes featuring fresh meats, produce, and signature sauces. Breakfast favorites include Maple Sausage Stackers and Oatmeal Crème Brûlée. For lunch, explore healthy gluten-free, dairy-free, and vegan options like the Thai Curry Crepe. Dinner brings comfort classics—think burgers, fried chicken sandwiches, and indulgent dessert crepes.

Full cocktail & coffee bar, weekday happy hour, beer on tap, and a fire pit patio. Private dining and event space available.

This location boasts a full cocktail and coffee bar with weekday happy hour, beer on tap, lounge, and outdoor patio with fire pit. Event spaces are available for meetings and private gatherings.

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Joyce

Dined on Apr 26, 2025

Good and service was awesome as always!! We love it there!

Erie Grill

4.6

4.6 (1008)

$30 and under

American

Pittsford

About the restaurant

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.

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Scott

Dined 3 days ago

It seems like they have a new chef and the food is not as good as we remember. The service is excellent but the food not so much.

Harvest

4.6

4.6 (521)

$31 to $50

Fusion / Eclectic

Medina

About the restaurant

At Harvest, we are dedicated to crafting an unforgettable dining experience by artfully combining locally sourced and seasonal ingredients from our neighboring farms in our surrounding counties. Using house-made seasonings and with the help of our local farmers, our chefs are able to create Nouvelle and fusion style dishes sure to leave you feeling inspired and eager to return.

Embracing a relaxed approach, there is no dress code. Diners are encouraged to wear whatever makes them feel most comfortable.

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Wendy

Dined on May 23, 2025

Fantastic food. Pricy but I was prepared given it's locally sourced, farm to table. All 7 in my party were very happy and left full. Definitely will be back!

Char Steak & Lounge

4.5

4.5 (1517)

$50 and over

Steakhouse

Rochester

About the restaurant

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.

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Christopher

Dined on May 23, 2025

Great restaurant great atmosphere great food and top notch service I would recommend everyone give it a try if you happen to visit the upstate New York area

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Cove Restaurant and Bar

4.3

4.3 (206)

$31 to $50

American

Canandaigua

About the restaurant

An elevated yet comfortable and airy restaurant on beautiful Canandaigua Lake.

Cove Restaurant and Bar inside Hotel Canandaigua.

Elevated cuisine in a casual waterfront atmosphere.

Our talented team have created a seasonal menu to highlight the bounty of the Finger Lakes and delight locals and travelers alike.

Enjoy the beauty of Canandaigua Lake as you enjoy your meal in our dining room with expansive views of Canandaigua Lake or enjoy a meal al fresco in the warmer months on our wrap around patio.

Enjoy the bounty of the Finger Lakes, both on your plate and in your glass.

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Jessica

Dined 6 days ago

The food is fantastic here. Highly recommend!!! Staff is wonderful.

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BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse - Rochester

4.2

4.2 (96)

$30 and under

American

Rochester

About the restaurant

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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RobertVIP

Dined 6 days ago

It’s frustrating that when you have a disabled person who can barely walk and the hostess takes you past an open table right by her desk to an identical table at the FURTHEST end of the room. VERY INCONSIDERATE! They also have very few DISABILTY parking spots for the size of this restaurant and they are not that close to the only entrance. My salad came BEFORE our appetizer and drinks! The automated scan and pay system was unusually lengthy and frustrating. I am a customer, NOT their Cashier!

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