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Roux - Steakhouse in Rochester, New York

Roux

4.6 (604 reviews)

688 Park Ave, Rochester, NY 14607

French restaurant
Cocktail bar

About Roux - steak house in Rochester, New York

Casual, family-owned nook with an old-world feel offering upmarket French recipes & an absinthe bar.

Customer Review Summary

Roux is a cozy and charming French restaurant with art deco architecture and a warm atmosphere. The service is generally excellent and attentive, with many guests praising specific servers like David and Dan. Craft cocktails and appetizers, particularly the whipped ricotta toast and duck, receive high recommendations. Some reviews mention a limited brunch menu and the need for reservations due to the restaurant's popularity. While portions may be small, the quality of the food is consistently noted as top-notch. Overall, guests find Roux to be a wonderful spot for special occasions or casual dining, with many expressing a desire to return.

Key Features

From the business

  • Identifies as women-owned

Service options

  • Outdoor seating
  • Takeout
  • Dine-in

Highlights

  • Great cocktails
  • Great coffee
  • Great dessert
  • Great wine list

Popular for

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Solo dining

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible seating

Offerings

  • Alcohol
  • Beer
  • Cocktails
  • Coffee
  • Happy hour drinks
  • Hard liquor
  • Healthy options
  • Late-night food
  • Small plates
  • Vegetarian options
  • Wine

Dining options

  • Breakfast
  • Brunch
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Dessert
  • Seating

Amenities

  • Bar onsite
  • Restroom

Atmosphere

  • Casual
  • Cozy
  • Romantic
  • Trendy
  • Upscale

Crowd

  • Groups

Planning

  • Dinner reservations recommended
  • Accepts reservations

Payments

  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards

Children

  • Good for kids
  • High chairs

Parking

  • Free street parking
  • Paid parking lot

Customer Reviews

Rating Distribution

4.6 out of 5
5
442
4
106
3
27
2
14
1
15
Based on 604 reviews

Rodd Riesenberger

1 month ago

Excellent! Our first time visiting Roux and I was very impressed. The atmosphere is cozy with art deco architecture and dim lighting. Our table was waiting for us on our arrival and service was great. Craft cocktails and appetizers were fantastic. We had the Whipped ricotta toast and Potted chicken & foie mousse. They were both outstanding. The chicken cutlet and steak frites au poivre were very good. I’m going to make the frenchie cocktail at home because it was awesome. Thank you all for a great evening with our friends. Highly recommended and we will definitely be back!

Zack Wechsler

2 months ago

One of our favorite spots on Park Ave! Really well crafted cocktails and the special’s are always great. Excellent Management and service. David, is an awesome server. I loved the steak, chicken cutlets, the duck, ricotta toast, the salmon, and more! We will continue to take our friends here for brunch and dinner. A WONDERFUL SPOT!

Mari Diamond

5 months ago

This is a very cute spot with a French theme. The place is super charming and cozy. Good service. I wish the brunch menu had a few more options. It’s a bit limited.

Justin Summons

A Perfect Anniversary Dinner My wife and I recently celebrated our eighth anniversary at a charming French restaurant, and it was nothing short of spectacular. From start to finish, the evening was a culinary delight. We began with the whipped ricotta on sourdough bread, which they bake in-house. The creamy, perfectly seasoned ricotta paired with the warm, crusty sourdough was an unforgettable start to our meal. This dish is a must-try for anyone dining here—simple yet extraordinary. For the main course, I had the duck, and it was exceptional. The flavors were rich and perfectly balanced, with a tenderness that melted in your mouth. It was clear that great care went into every aspect of its preparation. We ended the meal with a flourless chocolate cake that was nothing short of perfection. Dense yet silky, it was the ideal way to conclude a memorable evening. The service was attentive without being intrusive, and the ambiance added to the romantic charm of the evening. If you’re looking for a place to celebrate a special occasion or simply want to enjoy impeccable French cuisine, I can’t recommend this restaurant highly enough. We’ll certainly be back!

Sebastian Ortiz

2 months ago

Really cool place! The atmosphere is cozy and charming…. The drinks and door were delicious.

Tim Fuest

6 months ago

Nice place! Enjoyed the drinks and food. Make sure you get reservations, and it gets crowded quickly. The accoustice in the place make it harder to hear when it is full. Also, where my date and i were seated didn't afford us much privacy to talk but it is a smaller room so it was understandable. The food came out quickly, and the servers were attentive to our needs without being hovering. I would go there again.

Allison S

Delicious food, small portions you will need an appetizer to feel full. Duck was cooked great! Cocktails were too strong. Know before you go, it's close intimate seating.

Edward Graham (Ward)

9 months ago

Excellent all around! Dan is an excellent fellow however busy but will wonder around marking sure that folks are happy. The food is top notch very with the price. Not too much traffic so service is excellent and they actually care about your experience. Tell Dan the beekeeper guy that you saw the review on google and he will treat you right. Enjoy!

Location

Contact Information

Hours of Operation

Friday 5–10 PM
Monday 5–9 PM
Saturday 10 AM–2 PM, 5–10 PM
Sunday 10 AM–2 PM, 5–9 PM
Thursday 5–9 PM
Tuesday Closed
Wednesday 5–9 PM

Price Range

$$$