What to order at The Playhouse / Swillburger

Must order
The double smash burger with American cheese and house fries.
Signature dishes
Double smash burger, House pub fries, Milkshake
Editor tip
Bar games available all evening. Kitchen closes before bar. Closed Mondays and Tuesdays.
CuisineBurgers
Price$$
NeighborhoodSouth Wedge
HoursWed-Thu 11:30-00:00, Fri-Sat 11:30-01:00, Sun 11:30-00:00
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Address: 820 S Clinton Ave, Rochester, NY 14620

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