I travel frequently to Rochester for work and never miss a chance to eat here at least once every visit. The main dishes are excellent as well as nightly specials, often too hard to choose based how great everything is, including the pizzas. The wines rotate but are always great, just tell the staff what you like and they will... More

Stopped into Rocco's with a couple of friends for a round of drinks and dessert last Thursday. We ordered a cherry bellini, a regular peach bellini, an old fashioned and two semi freddo desserts. The semi freddo (I've never had before) was served with espresso poured over the top. Absolutely delicious. There were several other desserts that sounded tempting, and... More

If you are ready for refined, authentic regional Italian cuisine, don't miss Rocco. It is a small, and crowded, and "high energy" (read "loud") bistro, but the food is the star. Whether it is a simple dish like the creamy and slightly sweet house-made ricotta with charred bread, or something more complex, everything is made with care and the finest... More

Cozy place, great friendly service.The thin crust pizza cut by scissors is very good. Must try Poli Miele grappa for desert.

Rocco is one of the better places in the city for a great meal and cozy atmosphere. It may be a little loud for some so not the best spot for intimate conversations. Try the meatballs and homemade ricotta cheese, both are awesome! Specials are always great and the wine is all from Italy. Worth the trip!

The experience started poor with no table cloths and prepackaged bread in wrappers. Not what I really consider fine Italian dining. Also, service was poor--waitress was slow and unhappy. And apparently you have to order appys and entree at the same time. We were told we could not place an appy order and finish thinking over entree's--both had to be... More

Rocco offers relief from the bustle of every day life on three levels: The food is comforting; the atmosphere is of a relaxed and friendly nature ; and the service is friendly as well. Chef Mark Cupolo offers seasonal Italian dishes prepared with fresh ingredients as well as wines that are associated with the recipes origins.The pizzas thin crust holds... More

I tried this place out based on customer reviews. What a mistake! The service was awful, and the waitstaff kept bumping into me with nary an apology. Food was good, but after dumping my water on myself after the third bump I was just fed up. No consideration for customers, or at least for single women (maybe they are nicer... More

Rocco's is my absolute favorite restaurant in Rochester. The food made with fresh, mostly in season ingredients. Best octopus around! Service is good with a great ambiance.