2 american bbq spots in Downtown and East End, editor-picked by TableJourney. All of Downtown and East End's food · All american bbq in Rochester.

Dinosaur Bar-B-Que ★ 4.3

$$BBQDowntown

Dinosaur Bar-B-Que in Rochester occupies a 1905 railroad station on Court St, overlooking the Genesee River. Named Best BBQ in Best of Rochester 2025.

OrderSt. Louis ribs with coleslaw and mac and cheese on the side.

TipBest seating is at the bar overlooking the river. Live blues music on weekend evenings. Reservations available on Resy.

Dinosaur Bar-B-Que ★ 4.3

$$BBQDowntown

Dinosaur Bar-B-Que on Court St occupies the 1905 Lehigh Valley Railroad Station with Genesee River views, named Best BBQ in Best of Rochester 2025.

OrderThe prime brisket platter with mac and cheese and collard greens.

TipLive blues music on weekends. The bar occupies the original station waiting room. Reservations on Resy.

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