Rochester Food Wars

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Had to settle for Dunkin’ donuts today since Golden Harvest is closed… RIP 😭Still on the hunt for the best donuts around...
05/21/2026

Had to settle for Dunkin’ donuts today since Golden Harvest is closed… RIP 😭

Still on the hunt for the best donuts around Rochester though.

Places on my list to try next:

1. Sunny’s
2. Ridge Donut Cafe

What else should I add to the list?

Now that it’s finally getting warm out…Who’s got the BEST ice cream around Rochester?I’m talking good portions, good fla...
05/19/2026

Now that it’s finally getting warm out…

Who’s got the BEST ice cream around Rochester?

I’m talking good portions, good flavor, and prices that don’t make you question your life choices.

One of my favorites has always been Byrne Dairy—hard to beat the selection and value.

So who’s #1 when it comes to ice cream around here?

Who has the BEST buffalo chicken finger salad around here?One of my favorites has to be Tully’s—good flavor on the chick...
05/11/2026

Who has the BEST buffalo chicken finger salad around here?

One of my favorites has to be Tully’s—good flavor on the chicken fingers and a solid variety of veggies too.

Gotta make it “healthy” occasionally, right?

Who’s got the #1 buffalo chicken salad though?

Drop ONE spot 👇

Continuing the search for the BEST chicken wings in Rochester…This round took me out to Dirty Dave’s in Scottsville. Cla...
04/29/2026

Continuing the search for the BEST chicken wings in Rochester…

This round took me out to Dirty Dave’s in Scottsville. Classic dive bar vibe, but the wings deliver.

My go-to was the hot BBQ—great balance of heat and flavor.

Also hard to beat Wing Wednesday at 75 cents each.

Still looking for the #1 spot—who’s got something better?

DIRTY DAVES

Who has the BEST gas station food around here?Not talking snacks—I mean legit meals you’d go out of your way for.One of ...
04/28/2026

Who has the BEST gas station food around here?

Not talking snacks—I mean legit meals you’d go out of your way for.

One of my favorites is Berlin’s Halal Doner & Kebob—always hits when you want something quick but actually good.

Who’s #1 though?

Tried HALAL-N-OUT for the first time…Went with the jerk chicken platter—good flavor, plenty of food, and prices were ver...
04/17/2026

Tried HALAL-N-OUT for the first time…

Went with the jerk chicken platter—good flavor, plenty of food, and prices were very reasonable. Definitely a solid first impression.

Feels like one of those spots where you’ve gotta go back and try more of the menu.

What should I order next time? 👇

Still on the hunt for the BEST chicken fingers in Rochester…Tried Chick Magnet this time.First thing—these fingers are H...
04/10/2026

Still on the hunt for the BEST chicken fingers in Rochester…

Tried Chick Magnet this time.

First thing—these fingers are HUGE. Definitely not skimping there.

Also went with the loaded nest… solid choice and worth trying if you’re going.

So where does Chick Magnet rank for you?

Still looking for the #1 spot—who’s got something better?

What’s your go-to breakfast spot?I’m talking the places that actually make you want to get up early.One of my favorites ...
04/07/2026

What’s your go-to breakfast spot?

I’m talking the places that actually make you want to get up early.

One of my favorites is Steve’s Diner—especially for their cannoli pancake (easily big enough for two) and their loaded omelets that never miss.

Who’s #1 though?

No fence sitting—drop ONE spot

Who’s got the BEST fries around here?Not just plain fries—I’m talking loaded, next-level, can’t-stop-eating fries.Blu Wo...
04/06/2026

Who’s got the BEST fries around here?

Not just plain fries—I’m talking loaded, next-level, can’t-stop-eating fries.

Blu Wolf Bistro might be tough to beat with their Irish Nachos:
bent arm fries, bacon, homemade meat sauce, cheese sauce, scallions, sour cream

That’s a serious plate.

Who’s #1 though?

Who has the BEST empanadas around here?I’m talking crispy on the outside, packed with flavor on the inside—no dry fillin...
04/03/2026

Who has the BEST empanadas around here?

I’m talking crispy on the outside, packed with flavor on the inside—no dry fillings, no shortcuts.

Are you going with Juan & Maria’s?

Maybe Empanada Shop?

Or a hidden gem like El Latino Restaurant or somewhere underrated?

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