Absolutely great. From the people, to the design, to the food; of course.We had not been before last night which was a shame as I guess we stick to our normal places too much. But from the moment we walked in, every staff member was a absolute delight.Scott our waiter was very attentive, friendly, and helpful. We started with the REDD Wings. They are Thai Chili coated with sesame seeds and spring onions. They were perfectly cooked with an amazing crunch. We couldn't have been more happy with the perfect balance of sweet and heat, and the decadent flavor.Personally I was torn between two specials, and the classic steak on offer on the regular menu.The one special was basically a comfort food; the classic beer battered fish fry, which ultimately Scott recommended since it was a special that is only available during Lent.This choice was amazing. He was right in that it was a basic fish fry, but elevated. The fish was tender and flaky, with a perfect beer battered shell that had a great crunch. The fries were great and handcut with a pillowy softness to them, but the tartar sauce was absolutely killer. And while the fish fry was an absolute stand out on its own; that tartar sauce just pushed it to the stratosphere! Get this if you see it on their menu.My wife got the Wild Fluke with Clams. The presentation of the dish was amazing, with a creamy sauce, tender clams, a flaky fish, and a rice base that absolutely was creamy and delicate holding onto the sauce. She usually sticks to basics, but went off her beaten path, and she was glad she did.For drinks we tried a couple of their specialty ones. My wife had the spicy margarita which was amazingly complex, and not too spicy. But it is a back of the throat spice if that sort of thing bothers you. I had the Negroni which was great as well. I've found you can tell a bartenders skill based on how well blended their Negroni is, and this one was masterfully crafted.Before I get to the deserts, their desert spoons have what seem to be a dent in them. It's supposed to be there. It's a French Sauce/Desert spoon that is supposed to allow the sauce or glaze of a desert enter the spoon without having to tip it too far and lose your bite on the utensil.Also, you may notice a small fork with a thick tine on it. That's a desert/pastry fork. The thicker tine is meant to replace you having to use a knife to cut the cake or pastry. The more you know.For desert was the decadent chocolate cake for my wife. It was rich and creamy with a scoop of ice cream. Great stuff. I had the Sticky Toffee Pudding which was fantastic as well, with the same requisite scoop of ice cream.So, after all that, just to once again say, this restaurant and it's food and people are well worth the visit. If you haven't been due to sticking with your normal haunts, you owe it to yourself to try it. Or, if you just only do a nice yearly sit down for a special occasion, make it here. After my friends and family all raving about REDD, I just wish my wife and I had tried it sooner.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jill Clymer
Consistently good food and excellent service. 10/10.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Vanessa Triou
Loved the food! Couldn't be happier. I was a little disappointed that the lobster risotto wasn't on the menu but something to look forward to next time.
This place was INCREDIBLE! The attention to every detail of the experience was unparalleled. I can see why it was recently rated one of the top restaurants in the country.
Top notch service, food was cooked to perfection, very relaxed atmosphere. Class A..
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Bouillabaisse
Amanda Carpenter
Enjoyed the service and atmosphere. Was not impressed with the food. Nothing we had was good enough to go back. Most dishes lacked flavor in my opinion. Perhaps an off night as I see many enjoy the food.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 5
Graham Young
The?of
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Ann Noble
Mediocre food, mediocre service and the worst table in the house.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 4
Jason
Great food, nice staff, great ambiance. Only downside was a little slow, however it was fairly busy for a Monday.
I dined here back in November 2023 with my friends and family. I ordered the special Wild Bay Scallop Ceviche and the Red Chicken Curry. My meal was incredible . Flavors were well balanced. We received exceptional service from the staff here at Redd. Thank you again for everything!
Delicious food and great service. When it comes to upscale food I can't think of a better meal that I've had in Roc. The lobster risotto, pork belly, and scallops were all phenomenal. Cocktails were great too.
TJG
Small menu as you'd expect when fine dining. Delicious at all courses. Lobster risotto was fantastic, light and creamy with a perfect of hint of lemon. Scallops for dinner were also top notch, seasoned perfectly with a unique accompaniment of cauliflower, almond, gold grape, capers, and some puree and vinaigrette. Wow. Wife really enjoyed gnocchi. Wish they offered a ceaser salad and more beer options. Staff were great. Plenty of parking for this type of downtown location. Can be loud inside. Will be back.
Fine dining in Rochester NY. Creative chef.⁰
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Absolutely great. From the people, to the design, to the food; of course.We had not been before last night which was a shame as I guess we stick to our normal places too much. But from the moment we walked in, every staff member was a absolute delight.Scott our waiter was very attentive, friendly, and helpful. We started with the REDD Wings. They are Thai Chili coated with sesame seeds and spring onions. They were perfectly cooked with an amazing crunch. We couldn't have been more happy with the perfect balance of sweet and heat, and the decadent flavor.Personally I was torn between two specials, and the classic steak on offer on the regular menu.The one special was basically a comfort food; the classic beer battered fish fry, which ultimately Scott recommended since it was a special that is only available during Lent.This choice was amazing. He was right in that it was a basic fish fry, but elevated. The fish was tender and flaky, with a perfect beer battered shell that had a great crunch. The fries were great and handcut with a pillowy softness to them, but the tartar sauce was absolutely killer. And while the fish fry was an absolute stand out on its own; that tartar sauce just pushed it to the stratosphere! Get this if you see it on their menu.My wife got the Wild Fluke with Clams. The presentation of the dish was amazing, with a creamy sauce, tender clams, a flaky fish, and a rice base that absolutely was creamy and delicate holding onto the sauce. She usually sticks to basics, but went off her beaten path, and she was glad she did.For drinks we tried a couple of their specialty ones. My wife had the spicy margarita which was amazingly complex, and not too spicy. But it is a back of the throat spice if that sort of thing bothers you. I had the Negroni which was great as well. I've found you can tell a bartenders skill based on how well blended their Negroni is, and this one was masterfully crafted.Before I get to the deserts, their desert spoons have what seem to be a dent in them. It's supposed to be there. It's a French Sauce/Desert spoon that is supposed to allow the sauce or glaze of a desert enter the spoon without having to tip it too far and lose your bite on the utensil.Also, you may notice a small fork with a thick tine on it. That's a desert/pastry fork. The thicker tine is meant to replace you having to use a knife to cut the cake or pastry. The more you know.For desert was the decadent chocolate cake for my wife. It was rich and creamy with a scoop of ice cream. Great stuff. I had the Sticky Toffee Pudding which was fantastic as well, with the same requisite scoop of ice cream.So, after all that, just to once again say, this restaurant and it's food and people are well worth the visit. If you haven't been due to sticking with your normal haunts, you owe it to yourself to try it. Or, if you just only do a nice yearly sit down for a special occasion, make it here. After my friends and family all raving about REDD, I just wish my wife and I had tried it sooner.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Consistently good food and excellent service. 10/10.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Loved the food! Couldn't be happier. I was a little disappointed that the lobster risotto wasn't on the menu but something to look forward to next time.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Caramelized Scallops Cauliflower Capers Raisins Almonds
This place was INCREDIBLE! The attention to every detail of the experience was unparalleled. I can see why it was recently rated one of the top restaurants in the country.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Caramelized Scallops Cauliflower Capers Raisins Almonds, Caramelized Scallops, Glazed Pork Belly Apple Puree Soy Caramel Frisee
Top notch service, food was cooked to perfection, very relaxed atmosphere. Class A..
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Bouillabaisse
Enjoyed the service and atmosphere. Was not impressed with the food. Nothing we had was good enough to go back. Most dishes lacked flavor in my opinion. Perhaps an off night as I see many enjoy the food.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 5
The?of
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Mediocre food, mediocre service and the worst table in the house.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 4
Great food, nice staff, great ambiance. Only downside was a little slow, however it was fairly busy for a Monday.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
Restaurantji Recommends
I dined here back in November 2023 with my friends and family. I ordered the special Wild Bay Scallop Ceviche and the Red Chicken Curry. My meal was incredible . Flavors were well balanced. We received exceptional service from the staff here at Redd. Thank you again for everything!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Caramelized Scallops Cauliflower Capers Raisins Almonds, Redd, Caramelized Scallops
Delicious food and great service. When it comes to upscale food I can't think of a better meal that I've had in Roc. The lobster risotto, pork belly, and scallops were all phenomenal. Cocktails were great too.
Small menu as you'd expect when fine dining. Delicious at all courses. Lobster risotto was fantastic, light and creamy with a perfect of hint of lemon. Scallops for dinner were also top notch, seasoned perfectly with a unique accompaniment of cauliflower, almond, gold grape, capers, and some puree and vinaigrette. Wow. Wife really enjoyed gnocchi. Wish they offered a ceaser salad and more beer options. Staff were great. Plenty of parking for this type of downtown location. Can be loud inside. Will be back.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Caramelized Scallops Cauliflower Capers Raisins Almonds, Gnocchi
Beautiful restaurant, we had no reservation and were lucky enough to get a seat at the bar. We tried multiples starters and the food was delicious.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
One of my favorite restaurants in Rochester! Food and wine is always top notch. I've also always had fantastic service from everyone there!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5