The best bars & nightlife in Irondequoit

12 bars & nightlife we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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This craft brewery offers weekly tours & boasts a brewpub with house beers & a German-American menu.

97 Railroad St (Rochester)

This craft brewery offers weekly tours & boasts a brewpub with house beers & a German-American menu.

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This vintage watering hole boasts an old-time jukebox, live music & a scenic beachfront patio.

4909 Culver Rd (Rochester)

This vintage watering hole boasts an old-time jukebox, live music & a scenic beachfront patio.

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Ziggy's

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If your Sundays revolve around the Bills and a basket of wings, Ziggy's brings Public Market neighborhood bar energy with burgers that hit…

127 Railroad St (Rochester) · ✓ checked Jul 29

If your Sundays revolve around the Bills and a basket of wings, Ziggy's brings Public Market neighborhood bar energy with burgers that hit the spot, bar games to settle friendly grudges, and bartenders who actually remember your order, even when the table chants Let's Go Buffalo.

From the Rochester newsletter, August 4, 2026

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Vine & Tap

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Shake up your week at Vine & Tap, where rotating Finger Lakes wines meet a curated beer list and a charcuterie lineup built for snacking.…

4768 Lake Ave (Rochester) · ✓ checked Aug 7

Shake up your week at Vine & Tap, where rotating Finger Lakes wines meet a curated beer list and a charcuterie lineup built for snacking. Try a guided Taste of the Lakes flight, then sink into the lounge for Friday jazz or Saturday local bands.

From the Rochester newsletter, August 10, 2026

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American grill fare, craft beers & seasonal cocktails served in chill quarters with trivia & music.

938 S Clinton Ave (Rochester)

American grill fare, craft beers & seasonal cocktails served in chill quarters with trivia & music.

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Unwine’d

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Casual wine bar offering tastings from 40 self-pour dispensers with charcuterie boards.

260 E Broad St Ste 130 (Rochester)

Casual wine bar offering tastings from 40 self-pour dispensers with charcuterie boards.

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Classy eatery for steaks, burgers, and other American dishes alongside wines from a curated list.

247 N Goodman St (Rochester)

Classy eatery for steaks, burgers, and other American dishes alongside wines from a curated list.

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Brewery, bar, restaurant and museum featuring High Falls views, plus a patio and gift shop.

25 Cataract St (Rochester)

Brewery, bar, restaurant and museum featuring High Falls views, plus a patio and gift shop.

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Chic nook with a patio, many wines & light fare, including cheese, charcuterie & chocolate.

262 Exchange Blvd (Rochester)

Chic nook with a patio, many wines & light fare, including cheese, charcuterie & chocolate.

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Whether you’re craving a stacked burger, a lazy-weekend brunch, or a place to cheer at the TVs with neighbors, The Tap It Bar and Grill…

1761 Scottsville Rd (Rochester) · ✓ checked Aug 7

Whether you’re craving a stacked burger, a lazy-weekend brunch, or a place to cheer at the TVs with neighbors, The Tap It Bar and Grill delivers award-winning comfort food with a laid-back vibe.

From the Rochester newsletter, August 15, 2026

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The Hideaway

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Neighborhood fixture turns out vegetarian-friendly American comfort food, with live music & a patio.

197 Park Ave (Rochester)

Neighborhood fixture turns out vegetarian-friendly American comfort food, with live music & a patio.

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Wine bar featuring selections on tap, as well as charcuterie boards and desserts.

151 Park Ave (Rochester)

Wine bar featuring selections on tap, as well as charcuterie boards and desserts.

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