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

Good Luck ★ 4.6

$$$New AmericanDowntown

Good Luck in Rochester opened 2008 in a converted industrial space on Anderson Ave and earned Best Restaurant in the 2025 Best of Rochester awards.

OrderWhatever is on the seasonal menu board that week. The kitchen writes around what's available at the Rochester Public Market.

TipWalk-ins at the bar are easier to secure than a table. The cocktail program is one of Rochester's best.

Good Luck ★ 4.6

$$$New AmericanDowntown

Good Luck on Anderson Ave in Rochester opened 2008 as one of the city's top rooms, writing menus around seasonal availability with a serious cocktail program.

OrderThe seasonal tasting menu or the cocktail pairing with whatever the kitchen is featuring.

TipBest reserved four to six weeks ahead for Friday or Saturday. The bar is the most interesting seat in the room.

Carnegie Cellars Wine Bar and Kitchen ★ 4.4

$$$New AmericanDowntown

Carnegie Cellars Wine Bar and Kitchen on W. Main St won Best Local Wine List in Best of Rochester 2025, with global wines and seasonal entrees.

OrderThe wine flight paired with the rotating seasonal entree from the chef.

TipThe kitchen closes earlier than the bar. Reservations on Tock.

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