Reviews Cure

Great vibe. Incredible service. Amazing cocktails and great food. Most of the dishes are either playing the hits perfectly or giving you something you think you know but with a refreshing twist.

The atmosphere of this place is lively and cozy. We had some dietary restrictions and the waiters made changes to accommodate those.

One of the best restaurants in the area, Cure will delight although it may not be cheap. Plates can range from smaller to larger based on price, you’ll find. It’s all fair though and the flavors are truly excellent, very considered. Each dish uses sustainable ingredients from local purveyors, adding to the charm. The area is funky, edging a farmers market parking lot, and you can dine right in said parking lot at 4 quaint outdoor picnic tables or inside at crowded smaller tables (not great for COVID). Service is sharp, friendly, smart, and makes sure you’re never left in the dark. They’re there when needed and invisible when not needed, a hallmark of a well managed place! Fans of rigorously authentic French food may find it too inventive and Americanized/trendy, but that’s your problem, not Cure’s. The cute little brick holding down the table sign, the dish towel napkins… it’s all a vibe. Hip to a fault some will surely say, but it’s got the high quality food to back up whatever ambiance it wants to throw down. Friends have been here more than once and recommended it. So now we’ll gladly return. Only suggestion would be better separation for menu items so portion size is clearer. We knew from our friends but otherwise it’s confusing what’s small and what’s not. The linguine is stunning, some of the best I’ve had (and I’ve tried a lot of spectacular pasta). Some will find it a bit salty. The daily fish was halibut, which was lovely. The lamb is also a stand out and the quirky sunday hot dog is honestly very good if just hilariously hip and obviously not so French. Cocktails also very solid. All of the ceramic and glass and flatware was unpretentious, going more for the American grill theme. Not a problem. Obviously if you aren’t down for the very simple outdoor seating or tighter indoor seating, you may not love every moment - but we surely did. :)

We've been to cure multiple times for both brunch and dinner and never been disappointed. They consistently deliver some of the best food and service in Rochester. The cocktails are worth a visit by themselves!

Went here for Sunday Brunch. The Bloody Mary, while not the fanciest, was still one of the absolute BEST I have ever had. For brunch I had the bagel and lox - great presentation on a slate board and the most perfectly toasted bagel. The flavors were divine. The atmosphere was good. Just a little loud and echo-y as the place filled up. I would definitely recommend and expect to be back again as there is so much more to discover on their menu.

We had such a wonderful time at Cure! There were six of us, and it was a first time visit for all but one of us. The food was outstanding, and everything was hot and fresh. There was also a great variety of different dishes. The ambiance was cozy and comfortable. Our server, Rachael, was phenomenal. She was friendly, knowledgable, helpful, and really made it a terrific night. Big kudos to her for helping us find the perfect dishes and drinks!

Gem of a restaurant. I’m from nyc and this place could be right at home in Brooklyn. I recommend the brick chicken, even if you’re not normally a chicken at restaurants person. The steak tartare is a bit on the bland side. There is a lot of bread with many of the appetizers, so plan accordingly.

The cocktail revival event was amazing! So much fun, such thoughtful and delicious cocktails. Will definitely come back.

Great food and great cocktails. The mezcal cocktail was specifically a favorite in my party. The coq au Vin was juicy and tender, and the salmon has a perfect crispy skin. The beef stroganoff is the best dish of the night. Beef was tender and full of flavors. Be aware of the fried anchovy, they are of the pickled variety, so it's going to be salty and sour.