I went to Rooney's this week and it's been a while since I've been there. I took some work colleagues there for a unique Rochester experience. We had a fine time and enjoyed the food & drink but the restaurant wasn't as impressive as it once was. The decor on the interior needs a refresh, as well as the menu... More

A building from the 1800s with history of being a brothel, a saloon. It's been err a while and it's got some stories. Its been the restaurant for about 30 years. Service is excellent. Joe, the bar tender is friendly and courteous. Food was amazing. The lamb was soft and very tasteful. Large portion so account the great bread. Great... More

Went to Rooneys last night the first time in YEARS. The four of us had a blast. Seated promptly, drinks were good, food and service fabulous ! We had the open face seafood ravioli, crabcake app's ...to die for. We also had the scallops , duck & beef...all cooked to perfection. Salads nice & crisp. The fireplace was going, great... More

Have wanted to check out Rooneys for a long time - always heard how great it is - but also hear you should $$$$ave it for a $$$pecial occasion! Well Dave took me last night to celebrate my 50th bday & we werent disappointed. We loved the cozy ambiance of the brick + wood room w/ fireplace- perfect for a... More

I was excited to try Rooneys after reading so many rave reviews but was disappointed by the food and atmosphere. It was fairly noisy and the food was very dry. I ordered the mixed grill and while the house-made sausage was nice the entire platter was very dry. My companion ordered a mushroom pasta dish which was just ok.

We have been going to Rooney's for special occasions for over 20 years and believe it to still be one of the top 5 "fine dining" restaurants in Rochester. Many of the dishes now lean toward "classic continental" rather than "cutting edge" but are always excellently prepared and presented. On a recent visit over the holidays both the seared scallops... More

Excellent menu choices. Fair # of appetizers; same for salads(sorry that no salad comes as part of the pricey entrees). Being hungy, my daughter and I split a mixed greens salad, which wasn't anything special at all...not enough dressing; and the mixed greens were somewhat wilted. should have sent that back(but it was my birthday and didn't want to cause... More

We forgot about this place for years but have just gone twice in the last week with two different couples. So between the 8 meals over the two visits everyone's meal was great. The wine list is very good and the waiter gave us very good recommendations based upon our tastes. Service is superb. We have been looking for a... More

Their website, www.rooneysrestaurant.com discusses that fact that they are a "best kept culinary secret". It's true! I'd lived in the area for over 20 years before "finding" this great, great restaurant. You need reservations...they ARE busy, so word of mouth has served them well. Excellent menu; I'd characterize it as being "European" cuisine. I had a lamb dish...sweet, tender, perfectly... More