Locals Only is an american brunch restaurant in Downtown, Rochester.
Locals Only on Alexander St in Rochester serves daily breakfast and lunch with a full cocktail program, named for its commitment to Rochester identity.
Editorially verified June 24, 2026 by Lewis Vaughan, TableJourney editor. Source.
Signature dishes: Purple Rain brunch plate, Sweet Home Avocado, Full cocktail brunch
Must order: The Purple Rain brunch plate, a Rochester-themed egg dish with local accompaniments.
Tip: Open daily 08:00-15:00. No reservations needed. Full cocktail and coffee program available all morning.
Address: 311 Alexander St, Rochester, NY 14604
Voula's Greek Sweets on Merchants Rd in Rochester serves Greek-influenced brunch dishes and pastries, named Best Brunch in Best of Rochester 2025.
Signature: Sparta Frittata, Greek sweets, Brunch pastries
Order: The Sparta Frittata for brunch or the house-made Greek pastries with coffee.
Tip: Weekend hours end at 14:30. Closed Tuesdays. No reservations; arrive early on weekends.
Aladdin's Natural Eatery on Monroe Ave is one of Rochester's most-visited lunch spots, with a Mediterranean menu including vegetarian and vegan options.
Signature: Falafel wrap, Hummus with warm pita, Tabbouleh
Order: The falafel wrap and the hummus plate, both reliable daily staples.
Tip: Gets crowded at noon on weekdays. Takeout a popular option. No reservations needed.
Han Noodle Bar on Monroe Ave in Rochester specializes in Chinese broth noodles and stir-fry dishes, running a no-gimmicks kitchen with loyal local regulars.
Signature: Dan dan noodles, Spicy broth noodles, Stir fry noodle bowl
Order: The spicy broth noodle bowl with hand-pulled texture and house chili oil.
Tip: Closed Wednesdays. Credit cards accepted. Quick service at lunch.
Swillburger at The Playhouse on S. Clinton Ave combines smash burgers, bar games, and a cocktail program in a South Wedge space popular with locals.
Signature: Double smash burger, House pub fries, Milkshake
Order: The double smash burger with American cheese and house fries.
Tip: Bar games available all evening. Kitchen closes before bar. Closed Mondays and Tuesdays.
The Revelry on University Ave in Rochester runs a cocktail-driven New American kitchen in the Neighborhood of the Arts with late-night bar hours on weekends.
Signature: Seasonal dinner plates, Craft cocktails
Order: The seasonal specials with a cocktail from the bar.
Tip: Sunday brunch with reservations is a quieter option than weekend dinner. Friday and Saturday bar open until 02:00.
Mark's Texas Hots on Monroe Ave in Rochester is a no-frills diner open until 04:00 on weekends, the go-to late-night stop on the Monroe Avenue corridor.
Signature: Texas hots, Diner breakfast, Late-night plates
Order: The Texas hots with meat sauce, or the diner breakfast plate at any hour.
Tip: Friday and Saturday open 24 hours. Cash preferred. Extremely busy after bar close at 02:00.
