Top Expensive Restaurants Near Rochester, New York

Top Expensive Restaurants Near Rochester, New York
Rochester, New York, is a popular vacation spot featuring the original Erie Canal Path. The city provides a selection of restaurants that serve fine food. There is food available in every price range, but it is especially nice to treat yourself to an expensive meal while in Rochester.

Conesus Inn

The average meal here costs $34 (2009) but is definitely worth the money. Open Tuesday through Sunday, this restaurant offers seafood (lobster, crab, shrimp and grilled fish), steaks, chicken and prime rib. It has a large selection of appetizers and desserts that are matched with an impressive wine list. The restaurant also offers combination plates. It has a loyalty program to earn certificates for meals. The restaurant is owned by the Scardilla family and boasts exceptional service as one of its largest selling points. The Conesus serves dinner only.

Conesus Inn
5654 E. Lake Road
Conesus, NY 14435
(585) 346-6100
www.conesusinn.com

The Crystal Barn

This restaurant's initial appeal is that the atmosphere is stunning and original. It is housed in an 1860s barn updated with crystal chandeliers and Victorian décor. It is owned by the Gerakos, and the head chef is David Korts. The average plate is $28 (2009). It is open for lunch and dinner and is available for parties, meetings and other special events. The menu includes something for everyone, with a variety of cuisines and foods including salads, pastas, sandwiches and other specialties.

The Crystal Barn
2851 Clover St.
Pittsford, NY 14534
(585) 381-4844
www.crystalbarn.com

Mario's Via Abruzzi

This location uses its atmosphere, food, music and service to make its guest feel as though they are in Italy. The owners themselves were born in Italy and own several Italian restaurants in the area. The restaurant features a variety of dishes, including a gluten-free menu, seafood, pizza, salads, soups, house specialties, meats and steaks. It also offers a Sunday Champagne brunch featuring a chocolate and caramel fountain, Belgian waffles, meats and omelets. It has a banquet facility to host business events as well as parties and weddings, and also offers catering services. The average plate here is $25, as of 2009.

Mario's Via Abruzzi
2740 Monroe Ave.
Rochester, NY 14618
(585) 271-1111
www.mariosviaabruzzi.com

Article Written By Savannah Groeneveld

Savannah Groeneveld has been passionately freelance writing for the past six years. Some of her articles have been published on auto.com, carsdirect.com, world66.com, eHow.com and in magazines such as Sunset and Architectural Digest. Groeneveld has a B.A. in Sociology from the University of California, Irvine. She received her M.A. in Education (Curriculum and Teaching) from Fresno Pacific University in 2008.

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