The Alexander bar interior with warm lighting and elegant woodwork

Landmark Restaurant & Event Venue

Where Rochester Celebrates

Casual dining, private events, and unforgettable celebrations in a historic Victorian mansion.

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From Our Kitchen

Hand holding a fresh oyster on the half shell with martini
I Oysters & Martinis
I
Every Thursday

Martinis & Oysters

House martinis and oyster trays at the bar — every Thursday evening.

Source East Coast
Night Thursday
Served At the Bar
Mushroom Fettuccini with porcini cream
II House Made Pasta
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House Favorite

Mushroom Fettuccini

Porcinis and Pittsford Dairy cream, finished with parmesan and toasted breadcrumb.

Dairy Pittsford
Mushroom Porcini
Style House Made
Grilled rib-eye with mushrooms
III From the Grill
III
Market Price

12 oz Grilled Rib-Eye

Seared with local mushrooms, grilled onions, and butter. Served at market price.

Cut 12 oz
Sourced Local Farms
Sides Mushrooms
The Alexander burger with fries
IV A House Classic
IV
Crowd Pleaser

The Alexander Burger

Half-pound patty, American cheese, lettuce, pickles, sesame bun. Served with hand-cut fries.

Patty Half-Pound
Cheese American
Served With Hand-Cut Fries
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The Alexander building exterior — red brick Victorian facade with cone-topped turret, pergola, and script signage against a clear blue sky

A Building With a Story

The building at 282 Alexander Street has stood since the 1880s — a Victorian mansion in Rochester's East End, on the former Restaurant Row between Park Avenue and East Avenue. The Alexander has maintained the classic elegance of the original Victorian-era mansion. What changed was the careful curation of the menu and the cocktail program that the space deserves.

Our Story
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Our Spaces

Three distinctive rooms. Each with its own character. All with the full Alexander experience.

The main dining room with Victorian details and floor-to-ceiling windows Up to 65 seated

Main Dining Room

65 seated · 120 standing

Victorian Details Dance Floor Built-in Bar
The intimate Turret Room with original Victorian architecture Up to 38 seated

The Turret Room

50 standing · 38 seated

Completely Enclosed Sound Isolation Dedicated Bar
The Tonga Room with wicker chairs, tropical wallpaper, and stained glass Up to 20 seated

The Tonga Room

30 standing · 20 seated

Elegant Setting Victorian Charm Private Atmosphere
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What Guests Are Saying

We had a lovely dinner on the second floor: great atmosphere, food, and drinks. We'll be back!

Laura R. Google Review

Food was amazing! Love the set up and decor in there. Great staff as well!

Taylor B. Google Review

One of the best meals I've had in many years. And great service, too! A beautiful spot.

Melanie M. Google Review
The Alexander bar in the evening — bartenders at work, candlelight, exposed brick, and ornate mirror

Our house was curated just for you and yours.

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