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4.6
Exceptional(1320)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Rochester
Booked 12 times today
Fiamma Centro is a real deal Italian restaurant with a truly authentic ambiance. The reviewers rave about the outstanding and authentic food, the friendly service, and the warm inviting atmosphere. It's like being in an old-fashioned Italian osteria. As one reviewer put it, 'If you are looking for authentic neopolitan-style pizza, this is the place.' The authenticity is not just about the food, it's about the whole experience.
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4.6
Exceptional(702)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Rochester
Booked 7 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.
A photo of Veneto Wood Fired Pizza & Pasta restaurant
4.5
Awesome(727)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Rochester
Booked 13 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 Amore by Wegmans restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(1036)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Rochester
Booked 3 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 Delmonicos Italian Steakhouse - Rochester restaurant
4.4
Awesome(1214)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Rochester
Booked 23 times today
Delmonico’s Italian Steakhouse offers unforgettable meals in an equally unforgettable atmosphere. Our guests enjoy the Italian-themed music with plenty of Frank Sinatra and the Rat Pack; the caricatures on the walls; the big-city feel; and the warmth of the wood-paneled dining rooms. Above all, they love the feast for all of their senses provided by our 24 oz. signature Delmonico steak.We also serve homemade Italian specialties, including pasta, seafood dishes, bruschetta, garlic bread, salads, chicken dishes, and cannoli, as well as a great selection of wines.
A photo of Cristo's Wood Fired Pizza and Pasta restaurant
4.9
Exceptional(482)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Rochester
Booked 4 times today
CRISTO'S WOOD FIRED PIZZA and PASTA. Come enjoy our rustic charm and open kitchen. Featuring Appetizers, Salads, Wood Fired Pizza, Pasta, Chicken Dishes and Nightly Features including homemade Desserts. Live Music Wednesdays 5-8.

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  • Deborah
    New York City •15 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    We started with a meatball for an appetizer and it was so flavorful, moist and perfectly cooked. We then moved on to the Amore salad, so fresh and perfectly dressed with candied pecans and creamy, buttery goat cheese. For entrees, we had the Shrimp Scampi and Bianca pizza. We had the best service! Highly recommend. Will definitely return.
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    Amore by WegmansPrice: Expensive• Italian• Rochester
    4.8
  • Michael
    South Carolina •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Great food, service, ambience and price. We always enjoy the atmosphere at Venetos. And walkable to the RPO which is very attractive to us.
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    Veneto Wood Fired Pizza & PastaPrice: Moderate• Italian• Rochester
    4.5
  • MannyVIP
    Orlando / Central Florida East •37 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    A very standard dinner! BUT it's fantastic to go here and know damn well you will get a very gratifying meal with excellent service. There is a lot to be said about consistency! We go here often for that reason!
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    Delmonicos Italian Steakhouse - RochesterPrice: Expensive• Italian• Rochester
    4.4
  • Skip
    New York City •4 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 6 days ago
    This was our 3rd anniversary. I wanted a great meal and was not disappointed.Service, food, wine all wonderful. Thank you from my partner and I for a perfect evening.
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    Tony D'sPrice: Moderate• Italian• Rochester
    4.6
  • AnnMarie
    New York City •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 6 days ago
    Always a great meal, always proud when we bring someone new here and make them fans as well! They know what they're doing in that kitchen all the way down to dessert! We left stuffed and with boxes to take home. Thank you for making our team Christmas/ year-end dinner a wonderful success!
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    Fiamma CentroPrice: Moderate• Italian• Rochester
    4.6

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