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living in rochester a guide to the flour city by simon student services

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adventure...... 3 culture...... 6 entertainment...... 8 health and saftey...... 12 recreation...... 15 restaurants...... 17 shopping...... 23 transportation...... 27 travel...... 29

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3 | simon rochester guide ADVENTURE

Erie Canal RockVentures “’s world-renowned System. Flat, safe, and 1044 University Ave., Rochester, NY 14607 585.442.5462 open paths run along the canal side through parks and villages “With RockVentures, you can plan an entire day of fun as all ages for hikes and nature walks. The world-renowned Erie Canalway have a rockin’ good time with us and we are conveniently located Trail offers 450 miles of wonderful views along old towpaths of the near downtown hotels, museums, and shopping. We are the largest legendary waterway created to link Albany and Buffalo. With no ropes course center in North America, with courses that include Pi- motorized vehicles allowed, walkers, joggers, hikers, and cyclists rates Crossing, Giants Ladder, Leap of Faith, and Islands in the Sky. enjoy safe, easy traveling. We challenge our expert climbers with our routes that go up to 42 ft. The Erie Canal Heritage Trail, part of the longer Canalway Trail, RockVentures hosts a unique activity that will provide memories of covers 70 miles between Fairport and Lockport. A promenade-style a lifetime. We host birthday events, corporate team building events, section of this trail through the Corn Hill neighborhood of Roches- and establish the importance of relationship building in climbing. ter also features interpretive signage of canal history along with We promise adventure in a safe environment with our highly trained, benches for resting and docking for boats. (The promenade also friendly staff.” has one of the best views of the Rochester city skyline.) – visitRochester.com If you paddle in the other direction, you’ll find where the Erie Canal flows into the Genesee River. “Gliding along the Genesee River toward Rochester in a canoe Today the Canal is a well-maintained recreational paradise rivaling or kayak brings a thrilling sight when the city’s skyline suddenly any canal in the world for beauty and ease of travel. springs into view and the pulse of an urban area mingles with the quiet lapping of oars dipping into the river. Within sight of the Along this historic waterway, paddlers will discover charming skyline, the river’s wildlife share the water. Egrets, herons, turtles, homes and private gardens, stretches of complete quiet and ducks, and more float peaceably near paddlers.” undeveloped vistas, birds, waterfowl, native wildlife, parks, and – visitRochester.com picturesque canal-side villages like Pittsford, Fairport, Spencerport, and Brockport. Each of these canal ports exudes its own special charm while providing helpful services and amenities for visitors traveling a water-filled ‘road.’ Kayak or canoe going through a lock is an experience you won’t forget. The locks are controlled by friendly lockmasters ready to answer questions or just chat as you float gently up or down inside the lock onto your next discovery.” – visitRochester.com

4 | simon rochester guide :: adventure Genesee Waterways Center Darien Lake Amusement Park 149 Elmwood Ave., Rochester, NY 14611 585.328.3960 9993 Allegheny Rd. “Genesee Waterways Center (GWC), headquartered in Genesee Darien Center, NY 14040 585.599.4641 Valley Park, is a not-for-profit organization that promotes canoeing, “From rides and attractions to concerts and shows, Darien Lake is kayaking, rowing and sculling on the many waterways of the Gen- an ideal destination for families looking to rediscover time together. esee Region. It offers recreational facilities and classes for all ages Our amusement park features 45 rides, a water park, 160-room and levels of ability, with 600 feet of accessible docks serving as an lodge, 57 cabins, and guest houses.” entry point to both waterways and trails. GWC also provides rentals – visitRochester.com of canoes and flat water kayaks and hosts a variety of community The Rochester Bicycling Club events throughout the year, including regattas, canoe, and kayak “The Rochester Bicycling Club is an excellent resource for rides - races, and a whitewater kayaking festival.” they schedule over 400 rides a year covering the greater Rochester – visitRochester.com area and the beautiful region of Upstate New York Letchworth State Park with a focus on fun, safety, and fitness.” 1 Letchworth State Park, Castile NY 14427 – visitRochester.com “White water rafting through “The Grand Canyon of the East” as the Genesee River gathers full force through magnificent Letchworth State Park.” –visitRochester.com Seabreeze (Amusement) Park 4600 Culver Rd., Rochester NY 14622 585.323.1900 “Seabreeze is the 4th oldest operating amusement park and the oldest family owned park in America. It’s pure fun with 65+ family attractions for everyone, from big-kid and adult thrill rides like the Whirlwind—one of only three spinning coasters of its type in the U.S.—to gentle kiddie-speed rides! Ride the thrilling “woody”: the Jack Rabbit—the oldest continuously operating wooden coaster in North America. Cool off with a splash on the Log Flume. Watch live shows. There’s liquid fun at the Waterpark - filled with tube slides, a wave pool, and kiddie area - overlooking Lake Ontario.” – visitRochester.com

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6 | simon rochester guide MUSEUMS

Charlotte Genesee Lighthouse Rochester & Genesee Valley Railroad Museum 70 Lighthouse St., Rochester, NY 14612 585.621.6179 282 Rush Scottsville Rd., Scottsville, NY 14546 585.533.1431 Hinchey Historical House & Park Greece Historical Society and Museum 634 Hinchey Rd., Rochester, NY 14624 585.464.9740 595 Long Pond Rd., Rochester, NY 14612 585.225.7221 Rochester Museum & Science Center Susan B. Anthony House 657 East Ave., Rochester NY 14607 585.271.4320 17 Madison St., Rochester, NY 14608 585.235.6124 Rochester Historical Society Tinker Homestead and Farm Museum Rundel Memorial Bldg. 1585 Calkins Rd., Henrietta, NY 14467 585.359.7042 115 South Ave., Rochester, NY 14604 585.428.8470 Fairport Historical Museum High Falls Museum 18 Perrin St., Fairport, NY 14450 585.223.3989 60 Browns Race #1, Rochester, NY 14614 585.325.2030 New York Museum of Transportation Strong National Museum of Play 6393 E River Rd., West Henrietta, NY 14586 585.533.1113 1 Manhattan Square Dr., Rochester, NY 14607 585.263.2700 Corning Museum of Glass Museum & Cultural Center 1 Museum Way, Corning, NY 14830 607.937.5371 550 Clarissa St., Rochester, NY 14608 585.328.3898 Genesee Country Village & Museum Museum of Kids Art 1410 Flint Hill Rd., Mumford, NY 14511 585.538.6822 90 Webster Ave., Rochester, NY 14609 585.317.9191 International Museum Rochester Medical Museum and Archives of Photography & Film 1441 East Ave., Rochester, NY 14610 585.922.1847 900 East Ave., Rochester, NY 14607 585.271.3361

ART GALLERIES

Memorial Art Gallery Jembetat African Art Gallery 500 University Ave., Rochester, NY 14607 585.276.8900 645 Park Ave., Rochester, NY 14607 585.442.8960 Rochester Contemporary Art Center Mercer Gallery 137 East Ave., Rochester, NY 14604 585.461.2222 1000 E Henrietta Rd., Rochester, NY 14623 585.292.2021 ARTISANworks Gallery R 565 Blossom Rd., Rochester, NY 14610 585.288.7170 100 College Ave., Rochester, NY 14607 585.256.3312 Oxford Gallery Inc Rochester Artists Market and Antiques 267 Oxford St., Rochester, NY 14607 585.271.5885 632 Winton Rd. N., Rochester, NY 14609 585.370.0076 Image City Photography Gallery Craft Company No. 6 722 University Ave., Rochester, NY 14607 585.271.2540 785 University Ave., Rochester, NY 14607 585.473.3413 The Shoe Factory Art Co-op Galvin Davis Studio 250 Goodman St. N., Rochester, NY 14607 585.732.0036 339 East Ave., Rochester, NY 14604 585.770.0715 Axom Gallery & Exhibition Space Creator’s Hands 176 Anderson Ave. #2, Rochester, NY 14607 585.232.6030 155 Monroe Ave., Rochester, NY 14607 585.235.8550 Bevier Gallery Nan Miller Gallery 73 Lomb Memorial Dr., Rochester, NY 14623 585.475.2646 3450 Winton Pl., Rochester, NY 14623 585.292.1430

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8 | simon rochester guide MOVIES

Cinema Theatre The Little Theatre 957 Clinton Ave. S., Rochester, NY 14620 585.271.1785 240 East Ave., #100, Rochester, NY 14604 585.258.0400 Cinemark Movies 10 Regal Henrietta Stadium 18 2609 W. Henrietta Rd., Rochester, NY 14623 585.292.0303 525 Marketplace Dr., Rochester, NY 14623 585.424.5461 Dryden Theatre Pittsford Plaza Cinema 9 900 East Ave., Rochester, NY 14607 585.454.7635 3349 Monroe Ave., Rochester, NY 14618 585.424.6220

MUSIC

Eastman School of Music Rochester International Jazz Festival 26 Gibbs St., Rochester, NY 14604 585.274.1000 “The nine-day Rochester International Jazz Festival is one of Hochstein School of Music & Dance the nation’s largest and fastest growing music festivals, drawing 50 N. Plymouth Ave., Rochester, NY 14614 585.454.4596 more than 195,000 fans from across the US and around the world last year. Hear more than 1200 artists from legendary Grammy - Rochester Academy of Music & Arts winners to emerging stars perform at 322 concerts including 70 161 Norris Dr., Rochester, NY 14610 585.506.9437 free events. It all takes place in Rochester’s East End Cultural District at 20 different venues, all within walking distance.” 204 N Water St., Rochester, NY 14604 585.325.5600 – visitRochester.com Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra Gateways Music Festival “Offering Philharmonics, Pops, Casual Sunday Matinees, and Rochester Early Music Festival orKIDStra concerts at the , Hochstein Music School, and MAC Performing Arts Center.” Rochester MusicFest Eastman Wind Ensemble “As one of the world’s premier music schools, the has been enriching the musical life of Rochester since 1921. Providing the Rochester community with an exceptional opportunity to experience world-class music in a world-class setting.” – visitRochester.com

9 | simon rochester guide :: entertainment PERFORMING ARTS

Rochester Broadway Theatre League Rochester City Ballet “The Rochester Broadway Theatre League’s (RBTL’s) mission is to “Rochester City Ballet is a contemporary ballet company based provide opportunities for all people to experience, understand, in Rochester, New York, and established in 1987 by its founding and enjoy the best in arts and performance through its education artistic director Timothy M. Draper. Since 2003 the Rochester City programs, events, and activities. To fulfill its mission, RBTL strives Ballet (RCB) has been led artistically by Jamey Leverett. RCB has to offer diverse performances that reflect the highest standards a growing reputation for its excellence, versatility, and singular of excellence, and to make those performances accessible to the repertoire, which includes award-winning contemporary ballets broadest possible audience.” and masterworks. The company presents an extensive season of – rbtl.org performances at the Nazareth College Arts Center and Hall Hochstein School of Music & Dance at Eastman Theatre” “Hochstein School of Music was founded in 1920 by musicians to – rochestercityballet.org honor violin protégé David Hochstein, Hochstein School of Music Downstairs Cabaret Theatre and Dance who was killed in World War I. Hochstein provides Garth Fagan Dance lessons and performance opportunities for children and adults.” Mercury Opera Rochester Nazareth College Arts Center Rochester Community Players

10 | simon rochester guide :: entertainment SPORTS

Rochester Americans (Hockey) amerks.com (Men’s Soccer) rhinossoccer.com The (Amerks) are a professional The Rochester Rhinos are an American professional soccer team. team in the . The team is owned and Founded in 1996, the team plays in the USL Professional Division, operated by the and plays its home games in the third tier of the American Soccer Pyramid, and plays its home Rochester at . One of the oldest franchises in the games at Sahlen’s Stadium. AHL, the Americans celebrated their 50th consecutive season in the Flash (Women’s Soccer) wnyflash.com American Hockey League in 2005. The (WNYF) is an American professional () knighthawks.net soccer club based in Elma, New York, and competes in the National The Rochester Knighthawks are a professional lacrosse team in the Women’s Soccer League. Though based in Buffalo, the Flash play , and play at Blue Cross Arena. Previously all home games at Sahlen’s Stadium in Rochester, and train out members of the Major Indoor Lacrosse League, they are now mem- of Sahlen Sports Park in Elma. In 2011, The Flash joined Women’s bers of the NLL since the league’s inaugural season in 1998. Professional Soccer and became the Western New York Flash. () razorsharks.com The team has won three league championships since 2010, all in The Rochester Razorsharks are a professional basketball team in different leagues. the Premier Basketball League, and play their home games at Blue (Football) buffalobills.com Cross Arena. The Razorsharks have won the 2006 ABA - The Buffalo Bills are an American professional football team, and ship, and PBL titles in 2008, 2009, 2011, and 2014. members of the East Division of the Conference Rochester Redwings () milb.com (AFC) in the (NFL). The are a Triple-A baseball team, and are the Buffalo Sabres (Hockey) sabres.nhl.com top minor-league affiliate of the . Based in down- The Buffalo Sabres are an American professional ice hockey team, town Rochester, the Redwings play at . and members of the Atlantic Division in the Eastern Conference of the (NHL).

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12 | simon rochester guide HEALTH AND SAFETY NUMBERS FOR MEDICAL EMERGENCIES PLEASE CALL 911.

University of Rochester Medical Center Financial Information Student Insurance Office 585.275.2637 601 Elmwood Ave., Rochester, NY 14642 [email protected] General Information 585.275.2100 Billing Office 585.275.2638 Strong Emergency Department 585.275.4551 [email protected] Appointments 585.275.8762 Health Promotion Office 1.888.661.6162 Information 585.273.5775 [email protected] Main Hospital Information Center 585.275.2182 Health Educator 585.273.5772 Patient Information 585.275.2181 [email protected] Patient Telephones 585.275.7575 University Counseling Center (UCC) University Health Services Appointments & After Hours 585.275.3113 ** Appointments & After Hours 585.275.2662 * Public Safety Eastman School Office 585.274.1230 University Phones: x5-3333 General Information 585.275.2662* [or] Pick up any Blue Light Emergency Phone Health History Forms 585.275.0697 Non-Emergency Numbers 585.275.3333 [email protected] Lost & Found: 585.275.2552 Health Information 585.275.1160 Victim Assistance: 585.275.2090 Medical Records Release 585.275.1158 [email protected] * After hours, recorded phone message for access to care. Occupational Health 585.275.4955 ** 24 hour on-call emergency service provided. Patient Advocate 585.273.5770 [email protected] UHS Director’s Office 585.275.2679 [email protected]

13 | simon rochester guide :: health & safety HOSPITALS

Strong Memorial Hospital Monroe Community Hospital 601 Elmwood Ave., Rochester, NY 14642 585.275.2100 435 E Henrietta Rd., Rochester, NY 14620 585.760.6500 Rochester General Hospital Westfall Surgery Center 1425 Portland Ave., Rochester, NY 14621 585.922.4000 1065 Senator Keating Blvd., Rochester, NY 14618 585.256.1330 URGENT CARE

Accel Care Med Express 3400 Monroe Ave., No. 10, 3400 Monroe Ave., Suite 10, Rochester, NY 14618 585.203.1055 Rochester, NY 14618 585.203.1055 Accelcare Rochester Immediate Care 1300 Jefferson Rd., Suite 100, 2754 W Ridge Rd., Rochester, NY 14626 585.225.5252 Rochester, NY 14623 585.413.1800 Rochester Urgent Care PLLC After.Hours Medical Care 2701 Culver Rd., Rochester, NY 14622 585.266.4000 1850 Brighton Henrietta Town Line Rd., Urgent Care by Lifetime Health Rochester, NY 14623 585.338.1200 800 Carter St., Rochester, NY 14621 585.338.1200 Concentra Urgent Care Walk-In Care Center 687 Lee Rd., Suite 208, Rochester, NY 14606 585.458.7910 89 Genesee St., Rochester, NY 14611 585.368.3531 First Choice Medical Urgent Xpress Care Medical 1200 Jefferson Rd., Rochester, NY 14623 585.424.5252 1637 Howard Rd., Rochester, NY 14624 585.429.9777

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15 | simon rochester guide GARDENS

Bausch & Lomb’s Winter Garden Maplewood Rose Garden 1 Bausch & Lomb Pl., Rochester, NY 14604 1 Maplewood Ave., Rochester, NY 14607 585.428.6770 Ellwanger Garden 625 Mt. Hope Ave., Rochester, NY 14620 585.546.5103

PARKS

Cobbs Hill Park Marie Daley Park Culver Rd. & Norris Dr., Rochester, NY 14610 585.428.6770 160 Gregory St., Rochester, NY 14620 Ontario Beach Park Lake Shore Blvd. & Zoo Rd., Rochester NY 585.753.7275 Rochester, NY 14612 585.865.3320 Ellison Park Seneca Park 395 Richs Dugway Rd., Rochester, NY 14625 585.753.7275 171 Reservoir Ave., Rochester, NY 14620 585.753.7275 Elmwood Ave. & Moore Rd., 2222 St. Paul St., Rochester, NY 14621 585.336.7200 Rochester, NY 14620 585.753.7275 “As one of Greater Rochester’s most popular family attractions, the Greece Canal Park Seneca Park Zoo is home to an ever-changing collection, which 241 Elmgrove Rd., Rochester, NY 14626 585.753.7275 makes each of your Zoo visits unique. Regardless of the time or day, you’re sure to see something new!” Highland Park – visitRochester.com 180 Reservoir Ave., Rochester, NY 14620 Turning Point Park Lamberton Conservatory 260 Boxart St., Rochester, NY 14612 171 Reservoir Ave., Rochester, NY 14620 Washington Square Park Lehigh Valley Trail 181 S. Clinton Ave., Rochester, NY 14604 585.428.5990 E. Henrietta Rd., Rochester, NY 14643 Maplewood Dr., Rochester, NY 14615

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17 | simon rochester guide STEAKHOUSES

Black & Blue Steak and Crab LongHorn Steakhouse 3349 Monroe Ave., Rochester, NY 14618 585.421.8111 680 Jefferson Rd., Rochester, NY 14623 585.272.9695 Bugaboo Creek Steakhouse Max Chophouse 935 Jefferson Rd., Rochester, NY 14623 585.292.5800 1456 Monroe Ave., Rochester, NY 14618 585.271.3510 Char Steak & Lounge Texas Roadhouse 550 East Ave., Rochester, NY 14607 585.241.7100 3150 W. Henrietta Rd., Rochester, NY 14623 585.424.5777 Charley Brown’s Tournedos Steakhouse 1675 Penfield Rd., Rochester, NY 14625 585.385.9202 26 Broadway St., Rochester, NY 14607 585.269.3888 Delmonico’s Italian Steakhouse Winfield Grill 125 White Spruce Blvd., Rochester, NY 14623 585.424.4242 647 N Winton Rd., Rochester, NY 14609 585.654.8990 East Ridge Diner & Steakhouse Zach’s Steak & Seafood Grille 766 E. Ridge Rd., Rochester, NY 14621 585.413.1786 1111 Jefferson Rd., Rochester, NY 14623 585.427.0416 Espada Brazilian Steak 274 Goodman St. N., Rochester, NY 14607 585.473.0052

ITALIAN CUISINE

Agatina’s Restaurant Pane Vino Ristorante 2967 Buffalo Rd., Rochester, NY 14624 585.426.0510 175 N. Water St., Rochester, NY 14604 585.232.6090 Bacco’s Ristorante Pasta Villa 263 Park Ave., Rochester, NY 14607 585.442.5090 1313 E. Ridge Rd., Rochester, NY 14621 585.266.2676 Bazil Restaurant Ristorante Lucano 1384 Empire Blvd., Rochester, NY 14609 585.697.2006 1815 East Ave., Rochester, NY 14610 585.244.3460 Benucci’s Rocco 3349 Monroe Ave., Rochester, NY 14618 585.264.1300 165 Monroe Ave., Rochester, NY 14607 585.454.3510 Carpani’s Italian Restaurant Roncone’s Restaurant 155 Pattonwood Dr., Rochester, NY 14617 585.266.2990 232 Lyell Ave., Rochester, NY 14608 585.458.3090 Mario’s Italian Restaurant Valicia’s Ristorante 2740 Monroe Ave., Rochester, NY 14618 585.271.1111 2155 Long Pond Rd., Rochester, NY 14606 585.247.5930 Merchants Pasta House 564 Merchants Rd., Rochester, NY 14609 585.288.0067

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Acme Bar & Pizza The Revelry 495 Monroe Ave., Rochester, NY 14607 585.271.2263 1290 University Ave., Rochester, NY 14607 585.340.6454 Bunga Burger Rochester Taproom 1370 Mt Hope Ave., Rochester, NY 14620 585.360.4949 284 Exchange Blvd., Rochester, NY 585.319.3388 The Distillery Salinger’s Bar & Grill 300 Paddy Creek Cir., Rochester, NY 14615 585.621.1620 107 East Ave., Rochester, NY 14604 585.546.6880 Elmwood Inn Summerville Grill 1256 Mt. Hope Ave., Rochester, NY 14620 585.271.5195 5370 St. Paul Blvd., Rochester, NY 14617 585.266.4800 Good Luck Restaurant Tap & Mallet 50 Anderson Ave., Rochester, NY 14607 585.340.6161 381 Gregory St. Rochester, NY 14620 585.473.0503 Hose 22 Firehouse Grill Temple Bar and Grille 56 Stutson St., Rochester, NY 14612 585.621.2200 109 East Ave., Rochester, NY 14604 585.232.6000 MacGregors’ Grill and Tap Room Wallstreet Bar & Grill 355 - 359 East Ave., Rochester, NY 14604 585.413.3744 330 East Ave., Rochester, NY 14604 585.319.5696 Marshall Street Bar & Grill Windjammers Bar & Grill 81 Marshall St., Rochester, NY 14607 585.325.2191 4695 Lake Ave., Rochester, NY 14612 585.663.9691 Matthews East End Grill Winton Bar & Grill 200 East Ave., Rochester, NY 14604 585.454.4280 198 N. Winton Rd., Rochester, NY 14610 585.654.9606 Next Door Bar & Grill The Wintonaire 3220 Monroe Ave., Rochester, NY 14618 585.249.4575 628 N. Winton Rd., Rochester, NY 14609 585.730.8350 Pelican’s Nest Restaurant 566 River St., Rochester, NY 14612 585.663.5910 Pomodoro Grill and Wine Bar 1290 University Ave. #4, Rochester, NY 14607 585.271.5000

19 | simon rochester guide :: restaurants BAKERIES

Baker Street Bakery Jackson’s Bakery 745 Park Ave., Rochester, NY 14607 585.241.3120 614 Stone Rd., Rochester, NY 14616 585.663.7634 Cheesy Eddie’s Kneads and Wants 602 South Ave., Rochester, NY 14620 585.473.1300 4464 Lake Ave., Charlotte, NY 14612 585.340.6217 Etna Italian Pastry Shop Martusciello’s Bakery 2318 Lyell Ave., Rochester, NY 14606 585.429.6369 2280 Lyell Ave., Rochester, NY 14606 585.247.0510 Flour City Bread Company Premier Pastry 52 Rochester Public Market, 433 South Ave., Rochester, NY 14620 585.546.1420 Rochester, NY 14609 585.957.3096 Savoia Pastry Shoppe Gaetano’s Bakery 2267 Clifford Ave., Rochester, NY 14609 585.482.1130 1439 W. Ridge Rd., Rochester, NY 14615 585.865.7810 Scratch Bakeshop Genesee Bakery and Deli 113 Park Ave., Rochester, NY 14607 585.204.7226 1677 Mt. Hope Ave., Rochester, NY 14620 585.244.5360 Sultan Lebanese Cuisine & Bakery Georgie’s Bakery Café 1659 Mt. Hope Ave., Rochester, NY 14620 585.241.0081 857 Clinton Ave. S., Rochester, NY 14620 585.241.3987 Sweet Sammie Jane’s Get Caked 701 Park Ave., Rochester, NY 14607 585.474.3100 274 N Goodman St., Rochester, NY 14607 585.319.4314 Village Bakery & Café Goodness Cakes 145 Culver Rd., Rochester, NY 14620 585.481.2884 720 University Ave., Rochester, NY 14607 585.271.1890 Voula’s Greek Sweets Great Harvest Bread Company 439 Monroe Ave., Rochester, NY 14607 585.242.0935 210 Park Ave., Rochester, NY 14607 585.697.0400

BARBECUE

Dinosaur Bar-B-Que Steel River BBQ Bar & Grill 99 Court St., Rochester, NY 14604 585.325.7090 421 River St., Rochester, NY 14612 585.360.2311 Famous Dave’s Sticky Lips Pit BBQ 200 Center Place Dr., Rochester, NY 14615 585.663.3300 830 Jefferson Rd., Rochester, NY 14623 585.292.5544 Good Smoke BBQ 625 Culver Rd., Rochester, NY 14609 585.288.1910 326 W. Commercial St., Rochester, NY 14445 585.203.1576 Terry’s Southern Barbeque J B Quimby’s 153 Elmgrove Rd., Rochester, NY 14626 585.225.1847 3529 Winton Rd. S., Rochester, NY 14623 585.272.9780 Texas Blues Barbecue McCoggle Southern Bar Bq 649 Monroe Ave., Rochester, NY 14607 585.319.4436 3136 St. Paul Blvd., Rochester, NY 14617 585.820.0540 Unkl Moe’s BBQ & Catering Nola’s Barbecue 493 West Ave., Rochester, NY 14611 585.464.8240 4775 Lake Ave., Rochester, NY 14612 585.663.3359

20 | simon rochester guide :: restaurants SEAFOOD

Davies Seafood McFadden Fish and Chips Restaurant 395 Stone Rd., Rochester, NY 14616 585.663.7573 544 West Main St., Rochester, NY 14608 585.464.0001 Joe’s Crab Shack Nick’s Sea Breeze Inn 100 Marketplace Dr., Henrietta, NY 14623 585.272.9204 4581 Culver Rd., Rochester, NY 14622 585.323.1950

ASIAN CUISINE

California Rollin Plum Garden Japanese Restaurant 274 Goodman St. N., Rochester, NY 14607 585.271.8990 3349 Monroe Ave., Rochester, NY 14618 585.381.8730 Flavors of Asia SEA Restaurant 831 Clinton Ave. S., Rochester, NY 14620 585.256.2310 741 Monroe Ave., Rochester, NY 14607 585.473.8031 Golden Port Dim Sum Restaurant Seoul House Korean Restaurant 105 East Ave., Rochester, NY 14604 585.256.1780 2805 W. Henrietta Rd., Rochester, NY 14623 585.424.2220 Han Noodle Bar Shiki 687 Monroe Ave., Rochester, NY 14607 585.242.7333 1054 Clinton Ave. S., Rochester, NY 14620 585.271.2090 India House Shui Asian Fusion 999 Clinton Ave. S., Rochester, NY 14620 585.461.0880 236 University Ave., Rochester, NY 14607 585.546.6525 Korean House Sodam Korean Restaurant 900 Jefferson Rd., Rochester, NY 14623 585.475.9810 900 Jefferson Rd., Rochester, NY 14623 585.475.9810 Lotus Oriental Taste of China Restaurant 79 State St., Rochester, NY 14614 585.546.3949 515 E Ridge Rd., Rochester, NY 14621 585.338.2868 New Ming White Swans Asia Caffe 1132 Monroe Ave., Rochester, NY 14620 585.271.7267 798 S. Clinton Ave., Rochester, NY 14620 585.270.4431 Papaya Asian Kitchen & Bar The Wok 270 Miracle Mile Dr., Rochester, NY 14623 585.272.7425 912 Genesee St., Rochester, NY 14611 585.235.7888 Pho Duong Dong Young’s Korean Restaurant 182 Otis St., Rochester, NY 14606 585.254.8120 120 Mushroom Blvd. #100, Pho Viet Rochester, NY 14623 585.427.7650 510 Monroe Ave., Rochester, NY 14618 585.287.6066 Yummy Garden Hot Pot 2411 W. Henrietta Rd., Rochester, NY 14623 585.368.9888

21 | simon rochester guide :: restaurants LATIN AMERICAN CUISINE

3 Latino Restaurant John’s Tex-Mex Eatery 2 Palm St., Rochester, NY 14615 585.288.5940 489 South Ave., Rochester, NY 14620 585.232.5830 Caribbean Mexican Grill La Casa Restaurant 1485 Dewey Ave., Rochester, NY 14615 585.563.7624 93 Alexander St., Rochester, NY 14620 585.730.5025 D’Mangu Restaurant La Marifinga 1475 E. Henrietta Rd., Rochester, NY 14623 585.424.2200 624 Lexington Ave., Rochester, NY 14613 585.458.6111 Dorado Ox and Stone 690 Park Ave., Rochester, NY 14610 585.244.8560 282 Alexander St., Rochester, NY 14607 585.287.6933 El Latino Restaurant Tapas 177 1020 Chili Ave., Rochester, NY 14611 585.235.3110 177 Saint Paul St., Rochester, NY 14604 585.262.2090 El Pilon Criollo 973 N. Clinton Ave., Rochester, NY 14621 585.338.7930

CAFÉS

1872 Café Oriens Café 432 W. Main St., Rochester, NY 14608 585.730.7687 1100 Long Pond Rd., Rochester, NY 14626 585.663.3291 Byblos Café Pellegrino’s Deli Café 9 E Main St., Rochester, NY 14614 585.262.2890 1120 Mount Hope Ave., Rochester, NY 14620 585.442.6463 Café CiBon Pour Coffee Parlor 688 Park Ave., Rochester, NY 14607 585.461.2960 23 Somerton St., Rochester, NY 14607 585.209.3633 Founders Café Ridge Donut Café 13 Fitzhugh St., Rochester, NY 14614 585.770.1721 1600 Portland Ave., Rochester, NY 14621 585.342.5236 Harvest Café Starry Nites Café 298 Exchange Blvd., Rochester, NY 14608 585.730.4604 696 University Ave., Rochester, NY 14607 585.271.2630 Java’s Café Tedward’s Café 16 Gibbs St., Rochester, NY 14604 585.232.4820 183 E. Main St., Rochester, NY 14604 585.287.5093 Joe Bean Coffee Roasters T’s Times Square Café 1344 University Ave., Rochester, NY 14607 585.319.5279 45 Exchange St., Rochester, NY 14614 585.232.6586 Magnolia’s Deli & Café 366 Park Ave., Rochester, NY 14607 585.271.7380

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23 | simon rochester guide SHOPPING CENTERS

Eastview Mall Marketplace Mall “Rochester’s only mall with five major department stores, Von Maur, “The Marketplace offers exceptional convenience from all parts of JCPenney, Macy’s, Lord & Taylor and Sears and over 170 specialty the Greater Rochester area via its central location. Macy’s, JCPenney, shops.” – visitRochester.com Sears and Dick’s Sporting Goods provide the anchor draw, which is complemented by such tenants as Banana Republic, Gap, Gap Kids, Charming CHARLIE, Hollister, LOFT, Land’s End Inlet, Delia’s, and Old Navy. With more than 140 stores, Marketplace is home to most nationally recognized retailers.” – visitRochester.com BOOK STORES

Barnes & Noble Booksellers Eastman Bookstore 1305 Mt. Hope Ave., Rochester, NY 14620 585.275.4012 25 Gibbs St., Rochester, NY 14604 585.274.1399 3349 Monroe Ave., Rochester, NY 14618 585.586.6020 Rick’s Recycled Books 330 Greece Ridge Center Dr., 739 Monroe Ave., Rochester, NY 14607 585.442.4920 Rochester, NY 14626 585.227.4020 Small World Books 425 North St., Rochester, NY 14605 585.232.6970

COMPUTERS

AveryPC Nysys Computer 888 Long Pond Rd., Rochester, NY 14626 585.225.4640 1912 E. Main St., Rochester, NY 14609 585.482.1600 Best Buy Rochester Computer Recycling & Recovery 2345 Marketplace Dr., Rochester, NY 14623 585.292.0250 395 Central Ave., Rochester, NY 14605 585.546.6620 Miracle Mile Dr., Rochester NY 585.424.5442 UR Tech Store 2833 W. Ridge Rd., Suite 18, Medical Center – Room G-7220B (Next to the Copy Center) Rochester, NY 14626 585.225.4690 River Campus – (At the IT Center) Microworx Phone: 585.275.8353 20 Allens Creek Rd., Rochester, NY 14618 585.271.0050 E-mail: [email protected]

ELECTRONICS/APPLIANCES

Best Buy 2345 Marketplace Dr., Rochester NY 585.292.0250 Miracle Mile Dr., Rochester NY 585.424.5442 2833 W. Ridge Rd., Rochester NY 585.225.4690

24 | simon rochester guide :: shopping FURNITURE

Abode RuLy Furniture 289 Gregory St., Rochester, NY 14620 585.471.8357 270 Monroe Ave., Rochester, NY 14607 585.423.0073 Metro Retro York Furniture Gallery 1241 Park Ave., Rochester, NY 14610 585.269.9999 3535 W. Henrietta Rd., Rochester, NY 14623 585.427.8979 Raymour and Flanigan Furniture Clearance Center 500 Jay Scutti Blvd., Rochester, NY 14623 585.272.1870

GROCERIES

Asia Food Market Inc., Tops Friendly Markets 1885 Brighton-Henrietta Town Line Rd., 285 Upper Falls Blvd., Rochester, NY 14605 585.454.4430 Rochester, NY 14623 585.292.9888 3507 Mt. Read / Maiden Ln., Chang’s Oriental Food Store Rochester, NY 14616 585.663.4400 1867 Mt. Hope Ave., Rochester, NY 14620 585.426.7660 175 N. Winton Rd., Rochester, NY 14610 585.228.7850 Hikari Foods & Grocery 450 West Ave., Rochester, NY 14611 585.512.4100 1667 Mt. Hope Ave., Rochester, NY 14620 585.461.3180 710 Lake Ave., Rochester, NY 14613 585.254.0110 Price Rite 1230 University Ave., Rochester, NY 14607 585.242.1980 East Avenue The Rochester Public Market 1750 East Ave., Rochester, NY 14610 585.244.7950 “Rochester’s city-run Public Market has served the community at its 280 N. Union Street site since 1905. Bargains and local Pittsford goodness abound Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday, 52 weeks 3195 Monroe Ave., (Pittsford Plaza West), a year. Vendors – over 330 on Saturdays – offer fresh produce, Rochester, NY 14618 585.586.6680 ethnic delicacies, specialty items, general merchandise, and Ridge-Culver much more. In addition, an array of independent local businesses, 2200 E. Ridge Road, Rochester, NY 14622 585.342.4810 including cafes, food stands, coffee shops, florists, specialty food Irondequoit purveyors, breweries, and more – can be found on Market grounds 525 Titus Ave., Rochester, NY 14617 585.266.4090 and in the surrounding Market District.” –cityofrochester.gov Marketplace 650 Hylan Dr. (Marketplace Mall), Save.A.Lot Rochester, NY 14623 585.424.7255 836 N. Goodman St., Rochester, NY 14609 585.288.3590 Lyell Avenue Win Fa Market 2301 Lyell Ave., Rochester, NY 14606 585.429.4400 4 Lake Ave., Rochester, NY 14608 585.546.1250 Calkins Road 745 Calkins Rd., Rochester, NY 14623 585.334.4010

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Pet$aver Healthy Pet Superstore PetSmart 1596 W. Ridge Rd., Rochester, NY 14615 585.621.0890 3042 W. Ridge Rd., Rochester, NY 14626 585.227.6700 The Reef Shoppe Petco 1969 E. Ridge Rd., Rochester, NY 14622 585.338.7333 3200 Monroe Ave., Rochester, NY 14618 585.385.6850 Pet World 2833 W. Ridge Rd., Rochester, NY 14626 585.225.8700

PHONES

AT&T T-Mobile 1394 Mt. Hope Ave., Rochester, NY 14620 585.244.8078 390 Miracle Mile Dr., E.10, Rochester, NY 14623 585.272.9533 620 Jefferson Rd., Suite 200, 296 Greece Ridge Center Dr., Rochester, NY 14623 585.427.7211 Rochester, NY 14626 585.225.1872 1250 University Ave., Rochester, NY 14607 585.747.2227 3349 Monroe Ave., Suite 6B, 3122 Monroe Ave., Rochester, NY 14618 585.381.1810 Rochester, NY 14618 585.586.2800 401 Greece Ridge Center Dr., Space 401, Verizon Wireless Rochester, NY 14626 585.227.2350 1150 Jefferson Rd., Rochester, NY 14623 585.697.5900 2672 W. Ridge Rd., Rochester, NY 14626 585.225.1500 3120 W. Ridge Rd., Rochester, NY 14626 585.453.9950 211 Miracle Mile Dr., Suite A1, 530 Greece Ridge Center Dr., Rochester, NY 14623 585.427.2650 Rochester, NY 14626 585.225.8673 2255 E. Ridge Rd., Rochester, NY 14622 585.467.4123 3349 Monroe Ave., Rochester, NY 14618 585.242.8866 3175 Chili Ave., Rochester, NY 14624 585.889.3660 935 Holt Rd., Rochester, NY 14580 585.216.3149 Sprint 8000 State Route 96, Victor, NY 14564 585.223.9950 621 Jefferson Rd., Rochester, NY 14623 585.272.1400 7979 Pittsford Victor Rd, Victor, NY 14564 585.223.9910 1315 E. Ridge Rd., Rochester, NY 14621 585.544.3669 1 Miracle Mile Dr., Store 650, Rochester, NY 14623 585.424.5430 271 Greece Ridge Center Dr., Rochester, NY 14626 585.225.1234 350 Greece Ridge Center Dr., Rochester, NY 14626 585.225.2200

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Rochester International Airport Buffalo Niagara International Airport 1200 Brooks Ave., Rochester, NY 14624 585.753.7000 4200 Genesee St., Buffalo, NY 14225 716.630.6000

BUS

Regional Transit Service (RTS) The Regional Transit System (RTS), Rochester’s public bus service, University Shuttles are free to UR students. Shuttles operate within may be contacted at 585.288.1700 or by visiting www.rgrta.com for the University and throughout select areas of Rochester. For shuttle information on bus schedules, routes and fares. RTS bus passes may routes and schedules, please visit www.rochester.edu/parking/ be purchased at the River Campus Parking Office in Fauver Stadium. options/shuttle. If you plan on driving to campus, you’ll need to purchase a commuter parking permit. Visit Parking Services at www.rochester.edu/parking/ students.

TAXI

A-1 Airport Taxi Service 585.704.5797 Goff Taxi-Transportation 585.284.6037 Able Taxi & Delivery Service 585.663.1600 Hummingbird Taxi & Car Service 585.235.0508 Airport Taxi 585.785.4643 Park Avenue Taxi 585.506.2660 Checker Cab Co 585.325.2460 Rochester Taxi & Limousine Service 585.544.4444 Excellent Airport Taxi 585.705.6056 Sentry Taxi 888.273.5210

TRAIN

Amtrak Central Station - ROC 320 Central Ave., Rochester, NY 14605 800.872.7245

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Adirondack Mountains lands and world-class museums, from hundreds of charming villages These mountains lie within the Adirondack Park and contain 85 to exciting urban centers in Rochester and Syracuse, the variety of percent of the entire wilderness in the Eastern —rep- experiences visitors can enjoy throughout the region is impressive. resenting the largest area of its kind east of the Mississippi River. It is home to more than 100 wineries while offering four-season Pristine and expansive, the Adirondacks’ mountains and rivers have recreational activities of every description. By car or boat, whether inspired generations of outdoorsmen to hike, paddle, and play in biking or hiking, visitors soon discover that New York’s Finger Lakes nature. Spanning over six million acres in Northern New York—an area can offer the perfect road trip experience. larger than the entire state of Vermont—the Adirondack Mountains -fingerlakes.org boast more than 2,000 miles of hiking trails, over 3,000 lakes and ponds and 1,200 miles of rivers. Lake Ontario -visitadirondacks.com Lake Ontario, New York abounds with opportunities for outdoor recre- ation. Hiking, canoeing, backpacking, birding, fishing, sailing, charter Catskill Mountains tours, and more. The New York State Seaway Trail is a 454 mile scenic Adventure and peace. Fine cuisine. Friendly, homey diners. Breath- route paralleling Lake Erie, the Niagara River, Lake Ontario and the St. taking vistas. A quaint covered bridge over a babbling brook... It’s all Lawrence River. here in the Catskills. Delaware, Greene, Sullivan and Ulster counties -newyorkvisitorsnetwork.com were America’s original frontier, and you can find the majesty from which our forefathers drew both inspiration and comfort. So climb Niagara Falls one of our peaks—or ski down them. Enjoy the finest golf, followed Niagara Falls State Park is situated on 400 acres of lush terrain by a grand dinner or a cozy supper. Absorb the arts and culture that where you’ll find protected wildlife and an array of exciting activities inspire. Find an adventure. Or just kick back with a good book and and fantastic attractions. Storied landscape architect Frederick Law a beverage. The Catskill region is an easy—and beautiful—drive Olmstead—who also designed Central Park—created a wonderland from Boston, Hartford, New York, Philadelphia, Buffalo, and beyond. that surrounds Niagara Falls and includes gardens, over 15 miles Practically a wilderness in your back yard! Life is an adventure. An of challenging hiking trails and stunning views at every turn. Amer- adventure you control. An adventure the Catskills inspire. ica’s oldest state park, Niagara Falls State Park stands today as an -visitcatskills.com American icon and enduring legacy of the visionaries who worked to save it for generations to come. Today, the park’s signature attraction, Finger Lakes majestic Niagara Falls, is the dramatic apex of the free-flowing waters One of the largest tourism regions in the state, New York’s Finger of the Niagara River Gorge. Lakes covers 9,000 square miles from the southern shore of Lake Hike the Niagara Gorge trail system to explore the park’s scenic Ontario to the Pennsylvania border and encompasses 11 parallel lakes terrain, or ride the Niagara Scenic Trolley for an historic overview spanning the center of New York State like a giant handprint. The and fun facts and tips while enjoying your stay. Along with the park’s most popular lakes located in the Finger Lakes region are: Canandai- year-round natural attractions, you’ll find a wide range of seasonal gua, Cayuga, Conesus, Owasco, Otisco, Honeoye, Keuka, Seneca and events, prime New York shopping, and a tantalizing selection of Skaneateles. Although each has a name of its own, these thin glacial dining options. There’s so much to do at Niagara Falls State Park, one lakes are most often referred to as a group: the Finger Lakes. This day just won’t be enough to see it all. region includes two other famous waterways as well—the historic -niagarafallsstatepark.com Erie Canal and Lake Ontario, one of America’s five, fresh-water Great Lakes—plus plenty of navigable rivers and more than 1,000 waterfalls. From stunning scenery and important historic sites to fertile farm

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The Student Services office works in partnership with faculty, staff, students, and alumni to maximize student potential for success in the Simon Full-Time MBA and MS programs. Through academic support, management of the non-curricular aspects of the Simon experience, and attention to student satisfaction, the office provides personal assistance and support to students. Services include program plan- ning, course-selection advising, communicating School policies and procedures, managing the international exchange program, providing tutoring and academic counseling, and offering club support. The office also serves as a resource, referral, and advocate for students in the full-time programs.

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