Outdoor seating
Yes
Polizzis in Rochester
Categories
Location on the map
Rochester, Monroe County, New York, US
Service options
Delivery
Yes
Takeaway
Yes
Dine-in
Yes
Health and safety
Staff required to disinfect surfaces between visits
Yes
Highlights
Fireplace
Yes
Great cocktails
Yes
Great dessert
Yes
Great wine list
Yes
Popular for
Dinner
Yes
Solo dining
Yes
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible car park
Yes
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Yes
Wheelchair-accessible seating
Yes
Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Yes
Offerings
Alcohol
Yes
Beer
Yes
Cocktails
Yes
Coffee
Yes
Comfort food
Yes
Kids' menu
Yes
Late-night food
Yes
Small plates
Yes
Spirits
Yes
Vegetarian options
Yes
Wine
Yes
Dining options
Dinner
Yes
Dessert
Yes
Seating
Yes
Amenities
Bar on site
Yes
Gender-neutral toilets
Yes
Good for kids
Yes
High chairs
Yes
Toilets
Yes
Wi-Fi
Yes
Atmosphere
Casual
Yes
Cosy
Yes
Romantic
Yes
Crowd
Family friendly
Yes
Groups
Yes
LGBTQ+ friendly
Yes
Tourists
Yes
Planning
Dinner reservations recommended
Yes
Accepts reservations
Yes
Payments
Cheques
Yes
Debit cards
Yes
Credit cards
Yes
Phone: +1 585-363-5100
Site: http://www.polizzis.com/
Site: http://www.polizzis.com/
Opening hours
- Monday:4:30–9PM
- Tuesday:4:30–9PM
- Wednesday:4:30–9PM
- Thursday:4:30–9PM
- Friday:4:30–10PM
- Saturday:4:30–10PM
- Sunday:Closed
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Comments (153)
Really FABULOUS food. Somewhere back there where the magic happens, there has to be some classically trained chefs. From the 3 dishes I tried, all were perfect, very polished and well thought out (and so was the plate after!). Portions are nice too and the staff were extremely attentive and friendly. Would definitely come back!
Great Friday lunch options. Our group of 9 sat outside under the awning enjoying the rare good Rochester weather.Not only did the restaurant offer a great Lunch menu selection, but the service was quick and friendly. Free warm bread, water refill bottle on the table and quick refills of all sodas and drinks.Food was delicious and all 9 orders were accurate. Would definitely recommend and return another time.
Angie was awesome!! The outdoor seating atmosphere is so cute, the complimentary bread and baklava was TO DIE FOR
Second trip was as good as the first. The wait staff is outstanding and the chefs are too! All the food is fresh, made in house and tastes amazing. Have to go back, more amazing dishes to try! So hard to choose between the specials and the regular menu. Pictured: Boundino (caramel custard), Cod baked with vegetables and rock shrimp, Osso Bucco
I’d return just for the Caesar salad and dessert. Entrees were great too but house made desserts are rare and many places don’t know how to make a proper Caesar salad. They taste like they use a cheap bagged mix dressing. This was from scratch, old school. I’m not a fan of croutons but even those were delicious. Prices were also fair meaning we will put this in our regular rotation. You could pay more for a pizza or burger in some restaurants. This place knows how to prepare a meal and the care they put into it shows.
Wow!!! Amazing Delicious Food ,Great Service and Ambiance !!! What More Can You Ask For !!! Excellent Restaurant !!! Thank You Tom Polizzi ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐❤️
We had the steak frites and veal marsala. The food was delicious and cooked perfectly. The atmosphere is warm and the service excellent. Blanche (the hostess) is super cool and welcoming, Brian (server) did a great job taking care of us, and the chef/owner came out to greet us after our meal. Top notch experience…will definitely be returning.
Food design, prep, taste and presentation top notch. 5 stars easily.Customers can get a bit loud in table area.Do what you can to get here, memorable!
ABSOLUTELY FANTASTIC! Our server Blanche was attentive, friendly and a wonderful person. The food and cocktails were AMAZING. This was our first time to this restaurant and we will definitely dine here again! We highly recommend Polizzis!
Steak frites was a perfect medium rare. Properly tested and then sliced. Sauce and fries were delicious. Apps were amazing as well. The whole table was raving at the quality of the entrees. Service was friendly and above average. We will definitely be going back.
Had a great meal with great service and and an amazing Baklava for dessert. Cant wait to go back.
The lamb and cod were fantastic. We wished we lived nearby so we could bring home the leftovers from our side of polenta fries. Service was the best Ive had in quite a while. Couldnt have been happier!
The bread was great however the meat was very overcooked. My boyfriends medium rare was a well done and my short rib was very dry and tough.
Meat heavy food, not vegetarian friendly. Unnecessary additions of meat to appetizers and salads as well as only one vegetarian entree.
The atmosphere was great, service was very good, and food was even better. This was our first time there, and it will not be our last.
I had my birthday dinner here (party of 10) yesterday and it was such a great experience!! The restaurant looks nice, the reservation was ready on time and the food was perfect!! Our server Blanch (not sure how to spell her name) was amazing!! She was so sweet, smiley, accommodating, tentative, and gave great food recommendations. The shrimp appetizer did not disappoint, the osso bucco was so tender and flavorful and the Crème brûlée was traditional and perfect! This was my first time here and I look forward to going back!
We had a wonderful experience. Everything was home made not just the meals, from the bread to the biscotti to the sausage appetizer. The service was patient with just the right level of engagement. We had a memorable meal.
We made a late decision to go to Polizzis after visiting the MAG. So glad we did. Ignoring the blah ambience of Village Gates passageway,once inside the ambience was most warm. We were served promptly and attentively and warmly (a tough combination for some places). We had a tough time choosing from the menu and specials (as in I wanted almost all of them). Both of us totally enjoyed our dinners. And thoroughly enjoyed our conversation with the Chef; not often you get an in-depth discussion on Moussaka having a layer of potatoes or not. I am so pleased to recommend this place. Oh - and they packaged our leftovers in eco-goodguys packaging. A smile when I opened the fridge today.
Easily one of THEE MOST slept on eateries in rochester.its SO GOOD.literally EAT HERE.
Yummy food, great service....fresh, reasonable and Dahlia our server rocks in every way!!
Great restaurant with Fabulous food! I was there last night with 10 people for my 50th Birthday. Chef Tom was able to accommodate all of us even with the new Covid restrictions. Everything that came out of the kitchen was definitely homemade, right down to my Chocolate Cake and Vanilla ice cream. Our server Joe was very attentive. Thank you Tom and staff for yet another great evening.
Im always looking for a great restaurant experience in Rochester, and I came across Polizzis. I am SO glad I did. Ill admit, I LOVE saganaki. Usually the only place I can find it is at the two Greek festivals in Rochester. But with COVID, neither festival is happening. I found my saving grace at Polizzis. Not only did they have saganaki; their menu is a fantabulous fusion (yes, thats overused) blend of Greek, Italian, and French cuisine and all of it DELICIOUS. Angie took great care of my dad and I, and the owner/head chef (so you KNOW hes going to take care of the details) came around to ask how everything was. This is a place that truly CARES about giving you the absolute best--not to get five-star reviews, but because they are dedicated to giving each guest the best experience they can give you.My dad had the seafood special with saffron rice. He loved it, and even though hes not a rice person, he was very much looking forward to his leftovers. I had the mushroom risotto and...just yum.I had the butterscotch budino for dessert and OH MY GOD. SO freaking good. Dad had the cheesecake, which he loved. We are both looking forward to many future visits. Polizzis is a new Rochester gem. We cant wait to go back.
Delicious food and nice atmosphere, outstanding service. We went for our 10th anniversary and noted the occasion when making our reservation. The owner came out to congratulate us. The service was stellar and the food was amazing. I definitely recommend it and well be going back.
The veal was cooked perfectly! Flavorful and tender! The handmade coconut and raspberry sorbet were incredible!
Food was delicious. Service was excellent!Noise level was not conducive for conversations with anyone not directly next to you.
We also shared mushroom risotto. Our dishes were amazing but we felt the risotto was a little flat. Bar service was a bit slow too. This a friendly, comfortable place with really good go. We came here again as the food was amazing. Interestingly had the same bartender who is friendly and knows his wines. He is not blazing fast like I would want in a high paced bar but he is perfect for a small place like Polizzis.
We last visited immediately pre-pandemic. Back tonight, bringing friends. So glad we chose Polizzis. Lovely service, great wines, and an incredible menu (we all loved our food). Looking forward to going back.
Great interpretations of classic Mediterranean dishes. Skillfully prepared, and elegantly presented. You can spend more, but you wont get better food and service
Ate here Feb 2019 - food was prepared and served to high standards. Not only was the food (we had the veal tenderloin, asparagus appetizer, and polenta fries) very tasty with great sauces, but the presentation on the plate was appealing with attention to detail. The bread also appeared fresh baked and was great. Service was to the same high standards. The dessert (we shared a Goddess cake) was very yummy and indulgent, and provided a great finish.The ambiance (we were there on a somewhat quiet night) was somewhat formal and quiet - we had no problem holding an easy conversation, something that is often hard to do in contemporary restaurants these days.
We were going to a show at RBTL and wanted a restaurant nearby. After perusing many menus we chose Polizzis. The ambiance is warm and inviting, very cozy. When we were seated we laughed and said we wanted to try everything so you know we will be back. Homemade warm bread with dipping oil was brought and our server Brian told us about specials.Our choices were: Greek combo platter for 2, a side of mushroom risotto, and artichokes french. Everything was perfectly prepared, and the flavors out of this world wonderful. So we ordered the dessert sampler. Again all homemade, all delicious. Our server, Brian was friendly and thoughtful taking care of us. I cannot wait to go back with more people! Thank you Polizzis for an unforgettable meal.
Excellent from beginning to end. Service with a smile, food presentation and taste was amazing. Restaurant was very clean.
This place is solid. My wife and I either grab dinner or appetizers here before shows at RBTL. Honestly, the food never disappoints. Timing has never been an issue with regard to making shows and ambiance is upscale. Still, if you are worried about making a show, just let them know and they will get you out the door on time. We have also come with parties of four and six with no issues.
Great food, great chef and service!
Excellent food and menu, veggie choices, bread beyond wonderful...hot, fluffy, tasty, easy to eat too much. Server top notch, owner is in constant touch with dinners. Noisy bear bar, window seats a quite a bit quieter. Padded seats, no need to bring a pillow. Dont miss dining there.
We love this restaurant, they have fabulous food, nice atmosphere and great people that work there.
Great fish! Amazing flavor and very nice wait staff. Will return.
We had an absolutely fantastic meal here last night! The calamari was the best around, the salads, the pizza, the entrees....perfection. One of the best meals we’ve had in a long time! Excellent atmosphere, terrific service. Can’t go wrong here!
Amaya has a fantastic lunch buffet with a diverse array of options, including both vegan and non-vegan entrees, free naan, and desserts. Their dinner portions are large and delicious and their wait staff very attentive. Highly recommend!Delicious authentic cuisine and top notch service. Love it ! Will definitely go back
From the moment we stepped into Polizzis we were greeted by friendly welcoming professional staff. Our server was very attentive explaining the specials for the evening and most knowledgeable about the food, ingredients and preparation. The best calamari appetizer ever and the same for the Osso Bucco style Short Ribs. The Oahu Fish special served over Lobster Risotto was magnificent. And dessert of homemade Espresso chocolate chip ice cream Sangawich and a personal greeting and conversation with chef owner Tom Polizzi, made for one of our best dining experiences. Highest recommendation!
The food was so good here. Joe took great care of us and the chef is very nice also. We ordered a bunch entrees to share and every single dish was perfectly done.
The food is amazing...delicious and beautifully presented! The staff is great...all very attentive, friendly, and informative. Great atmosphere, also. We sat outside on the nicely decorated patio and it was very comfortable. I highly recommend trying Polizzis if you havent.
I cannot say enough about this restaurant. I came to town to bury my mom and didnt know where the family could get together. Tom (owner/chef) made his restaurant available to us, the food was very good and the staff was friendly and courteous. Thank you all for serving us admist our sadness and the covid virus.
Stopped last night for the first time. I had the veal tenderloin. It was perfectly prepared with a nice pan reduction sauce. The potatoes were nicely prepared with pancetta. The spouse has the Carbonara with chicken. Also very good and a large portion so there were leftovers :). The wine and beer list is compact but still offers a nice well curated selection. Well go back!
We celebrated my sons birthday on Saturday and could have not asked for a better meal and atmosphere. Joe are server was excellent. Would recommend this restraunt for any occasion.
Excellent! Will definitely go back :)
Fantastic Dinner and service last night.The Greek Calamari is the best I have ever had.The Spanish baked cod was to die for!
Friendly staff, great cocktails! Food and service were both excellent around the whole table.
The food and staff amazing!
Quiet atmosphere. Joe our server was very attentive, patient and helpful w suggestions when we asked. The 4 of us shared the cheese flambe for an appetizer and then we each selected a different entree. We tried the carbonara, veal, pork shank and a creamy risotto. Everything was delicious. We topped off our meal by sharing, fried ice cream sundae and creme brulee, desserts are made in house as well and were phenomenal.
Excellent 👍 dinner Tonite. Could have had any of the appetizers but selected two. Same for entrees if which there were several that sounded good rounded out the dinner with fried ice cream which was tasty a nice atmosphere where I there patrons were not loud!
My friend Carl brought me to have dinner and meet his friend the head chef and owner and I was blown away how great the food was. Im 45 minutes away and will definitely come again great atmosphere too. Service was amazing
Fantastic Owner/Chef and Staff!We celebrated our fathers 80th birthday! (22 of us.) All were very happy with drinks and food!! Food was delicious & served in a timely fashion. I would recommend POLIZZIs Restaurant for a romantic dinner in the city, a friend get together or a special party like we had. They can handle it all! Thanks for everything, it was a perfect evening!
Polizzis is a great place to spend the evening. The menu is fantastic. Ive been twice over the past couple months and the menu was substantially different in just that period. I will keep going back, excellent drink selection as well. Great for date nights or if you want to catch a show at RBTL.
Was told a 10 minute wait for a table so they could clear a table after a large party just left. So we decide to get a drink at the bar which took 10 minutes to get waited on. Continued to wait for a table; another 20 minutes. Decided to leave....told the hostess to take our name off the list and was told “hold on I can seat you in 5”...really?!?! Took our appetite some place else. Would never recommend.
Great, friendly service, food was delicious, there was 4 of us, so we each ordered something different and shared, cant decide which entree or appetizer I liked best! Highly recommend this restaurant, give it a try
Wow! Amazing food, amazing dessert! Great prices!! This is one of our new favorite spots!Thank you!
Excellent food, fried cheese was superb! Bread and pizza crust was homemade and tasted wonderful. Very attentive and kind service, reasonable prices would go again without question!
The food and service are second to none. Will definitely be back and bring more people. The specials were great and the service was phenomenal. The place was full but you were able to carry on a conversation without hearing other tables stories.
Pretty good food. Decent beer selection. Nothing super spectacular, but absolutely worth visiting more than once.
All of the food here is very delicious. What Ive eaten here so far had very unique flavors that paired well together. The staff is friendly and the bartenders knows how to make a mean drink.
Amazing flavors and selection. Very friendly staff. Highly recommend any dish!
I was there with a group (14 people) for a birthday celebration. The restaurant is part of the Village Gate Square, somewhat of a shopping mall in an old building.The handicap and regular parking is behind the building. Enter through the awning marked Entrance B located in the back of the village gate next to the Childrens Institute. This entrance to Village Gate is wheelchair accessible, and the restaurant is only a short distance away.The restaurant has tables suitable for wheelchairs, and the restrooms are unisex with plenty of room for wheelchairs.
The food was great and varied enough to satisfy everyone in our group. The server was attentive and friendly.
The food and service were excellent and reasonably priced. The owner came out and talked to our table. Super nice guy who knows how to cook.
Exceptional Meal. The Mushroom Risotto w/lump crab is delicious! Others had the Osso Bucco, it so flavorful you want more and more.Desserts are and eclectic selection of traditional Crème Brulee, to a whimsical Ice Cream Sangawich. A must visit for dinner, family friendly yet the ambiance is perfect for couples too.
Polizzis in the village gate Mall used to be the Gatehouse restaurant before they moved within the mall and it became Polizzis. My date and I went here for the first time for appetizers and a cocktail. Had a nice glass of Malbec but the appetizers were only so-so. my main complaint that makes this a three-star review is that the restaurant is like an echo chamber, every single word spoken by anyone in there echoes all through the place and it becomes loud and very difficult to carry on conversation.
Had a wonderful dinner before going to RBTL.
Elegant restaurant, friendly staff, and good Italian aliment. Casual atmosphere and a good selection of wines. This is a great place for a more refined, ostentatious meal.
My favorite restaurant in Rochester! Chef owned, great service, great food, great location in Village Gate. And they are open on Mondays!
Excellent food and service. A delightful restaurant to visit when we are in the area.
The food was absolutely amazing—we got some sort of Spanish cod, a seafood skewer, and this unbelievable butterscotch pudding for dessert. Can’t wait to go back!
Love everything they make. Never had a bad meal. The bolognese special is amazing.
Food never disappoints! Staff is friendly and attentive.
Great food, atmosphere, and service!
Food and service is always fantastic.
Good food with good service. The chefowner had a nice conversation with us, and I definitely will be going back for another meal.
My barramundi special was excellent!
Every time we come here we get AMAZING service and delicious food. Everyone is so kind!! We are never disappointed!! Great Job Polizzi’s!!
Holy moly! This is my favorite restaurant for a nice, sit-down dinner. Atmosphere is so classy and that fig salad is the tastiest thing in the world.
Always a great meal! The staff is very pleasant, and the menu has a nice variety.
Staff was very attentive!!!Went out of their way to meet dietary requirements!
Really yummy food though the service was a tad slow. They did get us out in time for our show, but it was sketchy.
Been here 4 times and was fantastic each time. As good a restaurant as there is. Desserts and apps are amazing!
My wife and tried Polizzis with another couple. Everyone enjoyed their food. Its a great new addition to Village Gate.
Hands down the place with the best pork shank stew and sausages. The butterscotch pudding is amazing.
I travel the country and this place is worth visiting. With great food and and great atmosphere. I love the unique location. Thanks for the great experience!!!!
Absolutely great place to have dinner gave great customer service beautiful atmosphere and ambience.
Really good. Excellent salads, calamari, fish entrees, and desserts.
This place is a hidden jewel located at the Village Gate.The food is excellent. You have to come and try this place. You will love it!
Great time out here for my buddys birthday. Was amazed by the atmosphere so comfy with a great view of the village gate.
Fabulous meal, amazing Coquille St.Jacques, wonderful lasagna, great drinks, highly recommend
Wonderful food. Excellent service from Brian❣
The surf and turf was a little (All the way) under done first time we went but second time was perfect!
Great friendly staff. The food is very good, many choices from Greek to Spain.
The best restaurant in Rochester, change my mind.
Lamb chops are GREATGood service
Fabulous food, great atmosphere, friendly staff, would go back anytime
Holy Moley was the food EXCELLENT !The desert was to die for. Wooowww 10/10
Food was awesome.we love the staff .always so friendly
Great food and wine selection. Fantastix place for Mediterranean cuisine.
Food was amazing and service was even better!
Nice place, great food. Perfect before going to the theater.
Had a wonderful time here. Nice place, food was great,Service was great too
The hostess was completely rude, will not visit again.
Excellent food and service!
Really great place for a great meal....staff is exceptional.
Enjoyed an evening with friends....very good foods and drinks. Very good service
Perfect place for happy hour, or a nice dinner in the village gate!
Accommodated us without reservations, good food, great service!
Amazing food , service and courteous and prompt wait staff.
Fantastic sevice, amazing dishes, a real treat at Village Gate!
Great food and service was excellent
Food was very good and staff was even better!
Amazing food, cant wait to go back
Great food and very friendly staff!
No bar prices on the web..Got screwed when we got therr
Wonderful meal. Will definitely be back.
Good food. But pricey for what you get
Great food small issue with service
Good menu, good prices, good food.
Great food and great service!
Great food and service a must place to go.
Great food and great service!
Very good
Delicious food. Friendly staff.
Good food nice service!
Good. A bit pricy for what I got.
Good service and food
Better food than imagined
Awesome food and service
Good ok
Amazing food. a must go place..
Absolutely amazing food!!!!
Enjoyed very much.
Great service and food
Food was excellent
Food is outstanding!
Good food good people
Great food.
Great. Just great.
Great food
Delicious!!!!
Double date with our friends. The food was delicious! We sat outside and it was lovely. Waitstaff was attentive and friendly. The chef/owner came outside to check in with us. He obviously cares a lot about the quality and taste of the food he serves and take pride in it. We will be back!
Total reviews rating 4.7
153 Reviews for Polizzis 2023:
Review №1
2021-07-20Our first time dining here. Must say it was a great experience. Great service. We had wonderful drinks and every bite of our dinner was better than the last. We tried each others dishes and just amazing. Four of us had different desserts and we were not disappointed! Thank you for loving what you do. It definitely shows.
Review №2
2021-09-22First time dining here. The food was excellent but the shrimp was slightly over cooked. Customer service was top notch from making recommendations all the way to how we treated being one of the last tables in the restaurant when they closed. Will definitely return here
Review №3
2022-04-17Food was average this time, not sure if thats always the case as this was my first visit. I expected better given the prices. Like the atmosphere. If you sit in a booth in the bar area, be prepared for a bit slower service because the bartender has a lot to do for one person. We were not in a hurry, so it was fine and we liked the extra time to chat and enjoy our drinks, but if youre in a hurry, better let them know if you sit in that area.
Review №4
2022-02-26First time going there. The service was awesome. The food was fantastic.
Review №5
2022-02-06There is not a single thing I can point out that could have been better. The service was perfect, thank you Angie! The food was absolutely amazing. Prices are very reasonable for the quality they are delivering. We will definitely be returning.
Review №6
2022-02-24My first experience here was last night, Italian Night and their specials were hard to pick from - they all sounded so delicious and classic. I chose the Penne with Vodka Cream Sauce and I was not disappointed. My mom ordered the Moussaka which I had never tried before but was pleasantly surprised, and she loved it. The pasta was excellent; creamy, garlicky, with delightful bits of prosciutto (and leftovers were just as good). Drinks were aesthetically pleasing and delicious, they have a great selection of beers on tap too. The staff was wonderful and they were able to squeeze us in despite being very busy. A definite bonus is they have great bread! Dessert was magnificent, I ordered the Goddess Cake which has layers of chocolate mousse, hazelnut cream, wafer, and ganache. My mom ordered the Creme Brulee, also very tasty! I truly loved it here, will definitely be returning!
Review №7
2022-05-31Friendly staff, waiter. Chef came over after, such a great gesture! We did go at 5 so not super busy yet. Place is pretty. Food was excellent. The calamari frito(greek style) was a hit. The prosciutto salmon was perfect, really everything was. I highly recommend the place. A combo of French, Italian, Greek, American cuisine. Saved the day, as we celebr. sons College grad.
Review №8
2021-05-09They were amazing they took their time to create a sweet chili sauce just for me for my salmon. Outstanding customer service!
Review №9
2021-04-04Great food and service! Highly recommend the vegetarian meatballs, even if you aren’t a vegetarian and the salad with figs. The bread and olive oil is wonderful. I also appreciate that they are open until 10 am most nights.
Review №10
2022-06-25The food and the experience here are always amazing. Probably the 7th or 8th time Ive been there in the past few years and Ive never once been let down