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Native Rochester

4.5 (163)
$30 and under
American
180 South Clinton Avenue, Rochester, NY 14604

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Native Rochester

4.5
$30 and under
American
Rochester

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2 people
11:30 PM
Booked 25 times today

About this restaurant

  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
Located at the bustling corner of Woodbury Blvd and Clinton Ave in the City of Rochester, NY, Native offers a casual upscale dining experience. Our establishment features locally sourced, New-Age American cuisine, handcrafted cocktails, microbrews, and a vast array of wine, served by true believers in our mission to support our friends' and neighbors' small businesses.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Contemporary American, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Tue–Fri 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Tue–Sat 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Contact
    (585) 351-6121
  • Website
    https://www.nativerochester.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Catering
    Native is proud to offer our signature dishes through our catering service. For groups small or large, our staff is happy to work with you to find the perfect culinary selections. All information regarding menu and pricing is available upon request. Contact Lauren by email at lauren@mrgrochester.com .
  • Location
    180 South Clinton Avenue, Rochester, NY 14604
  • Neighborhood
    Rochester
  • Cross street
    Woodbury Blvd
  • Parking details
    Washington Square Garage is located across the street with a connecting skyway. It's free if you leave after 9:00pm, with the exception of Special Event nights (charged parking begins 2 hours before Geva curtain). If you choose, there is plenty of parking around Washington Square Park too, also free on weekends and weekdays after 6:00pm.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Menu

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  • AMAZING GRAINS SALTY ROLL$6.00

    with house-made herb butter {vg, v sans butter}

    • CHARCUTERIE$25.00

      local and imported meats & cheeses - house pickled vegetables - fresh fruit - toasted bread {may contain nuts}

      • STREET CORN (dip)$16.00

        queso fresco - mozzarella - cheddar - jalapenos - bacon - scallion - crostini

        • LETTUCE WRAPS$16.00

          lemongrass chicken - togarashi peanuts - sweet chili - crispy wonton strips (4 per order) substitute SoyBoy tofu {v} {gf sans wontons}

          • OVEN BAKED WINGS$17.00

            choice of: teriyaki glaze w/ kimchi & sesame seeds | buffalo garlic topped w/ parmesan | mango habanero w/ fruit slaw - house blue cheese (10 per order) {gf}

            • DOS EMPANADAS$12.00

              guava - chipotle - chicken - corn salad - cheddar cheese chipotle lime crema

              • TRICOLORED POTATOES$15.00

                kimchi - hoisin bbq - chives {v, gf}

                • FRIED BRUSSELS$16.00

                  crispy pancetta - banana peppers - malt vinegar aioli

                  • SPLIT BURGER - 4 WAYS$16.00

                    8oz ground steak burger - NYS cheddar - LTO - caramelized onion aioli - Native Ketchup substitute IMPOSSIBLE {vg, v sans aioli} Donna Marie's {gf} bun +2

                    • SALMON CAKES$16.00

                      salmon - white fish - creole remoulade - pickled carrot & cabbage (2 per order)

                      • SHRIMP$16.00

                        tomato horseradish salad - lemon aioli (4 per order) {gf}

                        • NATIVE CHIPS$15.00

                          house chips - melted gruyère - mozzarella - crispy onions {vg}

                          • FRIED GREEN TOMATOES$15.00

                            chipotle lime crema - mango slaw - queso fresco {vg}

                            greens

                            • NATIVE$12.00

                              mixed greens - garden vegetables - white balsamic vinaigrette {v, gf}

                              • CAESAR$14.00

                                romaine hearts - shaved asiago - caesar dressing - fried salt bread croutons {gf sans croutons}

                                • SOUTH WEDGE$15.00

                                  diced tomatoes - red onion - sunflower kernels - apple wood smoked bacon - house bleu dressing {gf}

                                  • SOLSTICE$15.00

                                    mixed greens - red cabbage - dates - goat cheese - sunflower kernels - orange slices - blood orange vinaigrette {vg, gf}

                                    mains

                                    • MARKET STEAK

                                      chef’s daily preparation

                                      • STEAK & FRITES

                                        10oz flank steak - red chimichurri sauce

                                        • NATIVE BURGER$20.00

                                          8oz ground steak burger - NYS cheddar - LTO - pickle - caramelized onion aioli - Amazing Grains roll - frites w/ Native Ketchup Donna Marie’s {gf} bun +2 substitute IMPOSSIBLE {vg, v sans aioli}

                                          • FAROE ISLAND SALMON$34.00

                                            meyer lemon risotto - teriyaki - roasted sesame seeds {gf}

                                            • STIR FRY$24.00

                                              shredded carrots - root vegetables - roasted mushrooms - soba noodles - ginger tamari - togarashi peanuts {v, gf} chicken +7 | salmon +9 | SoyBoy tofu {v} +6 | shrimp +9

                                              • CHICKEN THIGHS$28.00

                                                pan seared thighs - rutabaga potato purée - roasted brussels - grilled tomato medley {gf}

                                                • SHRIMP ALLA VODKA$28.00

                                                  shrimp - penne - vodka sauce - basil

                                                  • BOURBON CREAM GNOCCHI$36.00

                                                    The Pasta Shoppe gnocchi - root veg - braised short rib - bourbon cream

                                                    • PORK CHOP$32.00

                                                      14oz bone-in chop - Dennis’ cherry black BBQ - tri colored potatoes - seasonal veg {gf}

                                                      • CHICKEN CUTLETS$21.00

                                                        mixed greens - charred lemon vinaigrette - pecorino

                                                        pizza

                                                        • ROSSA$16.00

                                                          house red sauce - mozzarella - pepperoni

                                                          • MUSHROOM$17.00

                                                            truffle oil - mushroom - caramelized onion - gorgonzola - mozzarella {vg}

                                                            • TREESTING$21.00

                                                              cherry pepper puree - sausage - stracciatella - spicy maple

                                                              • FOUR CHEESE$15.00

                                                                house red sauce - mozzarella - stracciatella - gorgonzola - pecorino {vg}

                                                                • CHICKEN ALFREDO$17.00

                                                                  alfredo - grilled chicken - pancetta - parsley

                                                                  sides

                                                                  • sides$7.00

                                                                    daily soup - choice of salad - frites - tricolored potatoes - mashed potatoes - seasonal veg - meyer lemon risotto

                                                                    Last updated: March 9, 2026

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                                                                    Reviews

                                                                    OpenTable reviews from verified diners

                                                                    Reviews from people who have dined at Native Rochester.

                                                                    4.5

                                                                    4.5
                                                                    (163)
                                                                    • 4.4Food
                                                                    • 4.5Service
                                                                    • 4.8Ambience
                                                                    • 4.3Value

                                                                    Noise • Moderate

                                                                    Loved For

                                                                    • Finger Lakes

                                                                      Best Ambiance

                                                                    • Finger Lakes

                                                                      Good for groups

                                                                    • Finger Lakes

                                                                      Hot spot

                                                                    • Finger Lakes

                                                                      Great for outdoor dining

                                                                    • Finger Lakes

                                                                      American

                                                                    Review summary

                                                                    AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                    Native Rochester offers a "fantastic" urban atmosphere with "first rate dining" and a professional, courteous staff. Guests appreciate the comfortable seating and "delicious" food, including standout dishes like chicken cutlets and pork tenderloin. Patrons praise the indoor-outdoor space and convenient location near GEVA. "Highly recommend" for a "wonderful" dining experience.
                                                                    163 Reviews

                                                                    1. Patrick

                                                                      New York City2 reviews

                                                                      2.0

                                                                      Dined 3 days ago

                                                                      1. Overall 2
                                                                      2. Food 2
                                                                      3. Service 2
                                                                      4. Ambience 4
                                                                      I’ve visited Native several times and have always loved the food, atmosphere, and service. Unfortunately, our November 5 visit was an extraordinary disappointment. I sincerely hope it was simply an off night. We reserved a table for four at 5:30 and arrived around 5:10 to a nearly empty restaurant. We had a 7:30 show and deliberately booked early, expecting dinner to take about an hour. Instead, we waited an unusually long time just to be greeted by our server, followed by lengthy delays for our appetizer and entrees. Drinks sat empty for extended periods without an offer of refills. Dirty appetizer plates remained on the table when our entrees arrived, and only three of four meals came out together. We heard similar frustrations from nearby tables, including guests who arrived after us but were served first. Our waitress was genuinely pleasant and apologetic, and she promptly handled our request for boxes and the check when we explained we had to leave. But the overall service felt disorganized and inattentive, particularly given how quiet the restaurant was when we arrived. Sadly, the food didn’t redeem the experience. The blueberry barbecue jalapeno wings had a tasty sauce but no discernible jalapeno. The mushroom pizza looked unappealing and was described by my guest as extremely greasy; she ate one slice. The osso buco looked beautiful but tasted bland. The chicken cutlets were good, yet the promised charred lemons were missing and the greens were scant. My generously sized pork chop was underwhelming, with a sauce that tasted more like ordinary barbecue sauce than the menu description suggested. Three of my guests were first-time visitors, and all said they probably wouldn’t return. That’s especially disappointing because I had enthusiastically recommended Native based on past visits. I know this restaurant can be excellent, but this evening fell far short. I hope management addresses what went wrong.

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                                                                    2. Roger

                                                                      New York City13 reviews

                                                                      5.0

                                                                      Dined on October 24, 2026

                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                      Native presents first rate dining in an attractively casual atmosphere. Service was very professional and courteous.

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                                                                    3. Robin

                                                                      Toronto1 review

                                                                      5.0

                                                                      Dined on October 24, 2026

                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                      Postal food was amazing bartender was great. Food was awesome. Love the atmosphere. Definitely going back.

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                                                                    4. Dennis

                                                                      Upstate NY1 review

                                                                      4.0

                                                                      Dined on October 23, 2026

                                                                      1. Overall 4
                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                      3. Service 3
                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                      We love the atmosphere, very urban feeling. Waitress must have been having off day, not very helpful. Asked her to not bring out pizza too soon but she did.

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                                                                    5. Bob

                                                                      New York City35 reviews

                                                                      5.0

                                                                      Dined on October 17, 2026

                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                      We have always been happy with the food and service. Very convenient to GEVA or just a night out.

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                                                                    6. Greg Gold

                                                                      New York City19 reviews

                                                                      5.0

                                                                      Dined on October 17, 2026

                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                      Another last minute chance we took when our initial plans got derailed. We made a late Friday reservation not knowing what to expect, except that the menu looked good. It was definitely after peak at 8:15, but the team was gracious and welcoming. The chairs were particularly comfortable and the ambiance was pleasant. Our server was helpful and our food and drinks came quickly but we never felt rushed. The appetizers and entrees were delicious and generous. Our steaks were cooked and seared perfectly. We’re not in the area more than a few times a year, but we’re coming back!

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                                                                    7. Jon

                                                                      Chicago1 review

                                                                      4.0

                                                                      Dined on October 3, 2026

                                                                      1. Overall 4
                                                                      2. Food 4
                                                                      3. Service 3
                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                      Great place. Busy night so we felt a little rushed with ordering, and first drinks were delivered way too late. Like after appetizer. But servers were very nice and everything otherwise was very good.

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                                                                    8. John

                                                                      New York City17 reviews

                                                                      4.0

                                                                      Dined on October 3, 2026

                                                                      1. Overall 4
                                                                      2. Food 4
                                                                      3. Service 3
                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                      Wonderful atmosphere really enjoyed it. The service was decent, but we waited extremely long between our appetizers and entrée. Probably close to 40 minutes otherwise very nice.

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                                                                    9. Leeann

                                                                      New York City9 reviews

                                                                      4.0

                                                                      Dined on October 3, 2026

                                                                      1. Overall 4
                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                      The food was excellent and there were plenty of options. However the did not have espresso coffee or half and half for after dinner coffee!

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                                                                    10. Charles

                                                                      Washington DC1 review

                                                                      5.0

                                                                      Dined on September 30, 2026

                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                      Great service, menu, and ambiance. The server was extremely knowledgeable and helpful with choices. The indoor-outdoor space was terrific.

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                                                                    Additional information

                                                                    • Dining style
                                                                      Casual Dining
                                                                    • Price
                                                                      $30 and under
                                                                    • Cuisines
                                                                      American, Contemporary American, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
                                                                    • Hours of operation
                                                                      Lunch Tue–Fri 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Tue–Sat 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
                                                                    • Contact
                                                                      (585) 351-6121
                                                                    • Website
                                                                      https://www.nativerochester.com/
                                                                    • Payment options
                                                                      AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                                                    • Dress code
                                                                      Business Casual
                                                                    • Catering
                                                                      Native is proud to offer our signature dishes through our catering service. For groups small or large, our staff is happy to work with you to find the perfect culinary selections. All information regarding menu and pricing is available upon request. Contact Lauren by email at lauren@mrgrochester.com .
                                                                    • Location
                                                                      180 South Clinton Avenue, Rochester, NY 14604
                                                                    • Neighborhood
                                                                      Rochester
                                                                    • Cross street
                                                                      Woodbury Blvd
                                                                    • Parking details
                                                                      Washington Square Garage is located across the street with a connecting skyway. It's free if you leave after 9:00pm, with the exception of Special Event nights (charged parking begins 2 hours before Geva curtain). If you choose, there is plenty of parking around Washington Square Park too, also free on weekends and weekdays after 6:00pm.
                                                                    • Additional
                                                                      Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

                                                                    FAQs

                                                                    Yes, guests report a bar happy hour that includes half‑price appetizers (noted as bar-only by visitors).

                                                                    Yes, the menu includes clearly labeled vegetarian and vegan options (for example, FOUR CHEESE and MUSHROOM pizzas, SOLSTICE salad and an IMPOSSIBLE burger substitute), and several mains are marked gluten‑free.

                                                                    Yes, Native Rochester is frequently chosen for anniversaries and date nights, with guests praising its inviting ambiance, attentive service, and a comfortable, evening‑friendly vibe.

                                                                    For a pre-show dinner, Native Rochester is a great choice, guests frequently visit before GEVA performances, and dinner service runs Tuesday–Saturday from 4:00 pm to 9:00 pm.

                                                                    Yes, families dine here and guests describe a welcoming vibe and attentive servers, though some reviewers note there isn't a dedicated children’s menu.

                                                                    Native Rochester offers a stylish yet comfortable atmosphere, exposed brick and large windows bring in light, the interior is low-but-not-dark, and you’ll often find live music and an open patio in warmer months.

                                                                    Yes, Native Rochester has patio/deck seating that guests frequently enjoy for al fresco meals when the weather is nice.

                                                                    The chicken cutlets are a recurring favorite, they appear on the current menu and multiple guests single them out as a top entrée.

                                                                    Business casual is the guide, aim for neat, put-together clothing rather than formalwear.

                                                                    Many guests describe portions as satisfying and shareable, reviewers praise the generous burger and note shared appetizers and portion size as outstanding.

                                                                    Thursday nights are a great pick, guests report the restaurant is lively and full on Thursdays, making it ideal for a buzzing night out or pre‑theater plans at nearby Geva.

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                                                                    Native Rochester

                                                                    4.5
                                                                    $30 and under
                                                                    American
                                                                    Rochester

                                                                    Make a reservation

                                                                    2 people
                                                                    11:30 PM
                                                                    Booked 25 times today
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