Rochester’s dining scene continues to flourish, offering residents and visitors an array of new culinary experiences. Here are some notable additions that have recently enriched our local food landscape.
New Restaurants to Explore
Bevy
Located at 729 Park Avenue, Bevy is a modern Levantine-inspired rotisserie restaurant. The establishment offers vibrant plates, craft cocktails, and a lively dining atmosphere. Operating hours are Thursday from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m., Friday and Saturday from 4 p.m. to 10 p.m., and Sunday from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m., with the bar open late. Reservations can be made through Resy.
Leonore’s
Situated at 703 Park Avenue, Leonore’s presents a pan-Asian open-fire kitchen focusing on seasonal, intentional ingredients. The restaurant offers natural wines, creative cocktails, and shareable plates. Operating hours are Wednesday, Thursday, and Sunday from 4:30 p.m. to 9 p.m., Friday from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. (lunch) and 4:30 p.m. to 10 p.m. (dinner), and Saturday from 4:30 p.m. to 10 p.m. The bar remains open at least one hour past the kitchen’s closing time.
El Kapitan
El Kapitan, located at 695 Park Avenue, offers modern Mexican street food. The restaurant is open for dine-in, takeout, and delivery via DoorDash. Operating hours are Monday through Thursday from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., Friday and Saturday from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., and closed on Sundays. The establishment also operates a food truck; updates on its location can be found on their Instagram page.
Food Trucks Making Waves
Roc Bowlevard
Roc Bowlevard is a go-to food truck in Rochester, serving bold flavors and street food with attitude. The menu and weekly schedule are available on their website.
Wraps on Wheels
Wraps on Wheels offers healthy wraps featuring fresh, locally grown vegetables from their two mobile food trucks. They provide a variety of meals, including grilled and fried options, catering to diverse tastes. The menu and truck schedule can be found on their website.
Neno’s Gourmet Mexican Street Food
Starting as a popular food truck, Neno’s has expanded to a permanent location at 642 Monroe Avenue. They continue to operate their food truck year-round at public and private events in the Greater Rochester area, offering a modified menu. More information is available on their website.
These new establishments and food trucks contribute to the dynamic and diverse culinary scene in Rochester, providing a range of options for food enthusiasts to explore and enjoy.