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living in
rochester
a guide to the flour city by
simon business school
student services
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contents
adventure...................... 3
culture........................... 6
entertainment.............. 8
events.............................. 12
health and saftey...... 14
lodging........................... 17
recreation..................... 19
restaurants.................. 21
services.......................... 27
shopping......................... 30
transportation............ 34
travel............................... 36
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ADVENTURE
Erie Canal RockVentures
“New York’s world-renowned Erie Canal System. Flat, safe, and 1044 University Ave., Rochester, NY 14607 585.442.5462
open paths run along the canal side through parks and villages “With RockVentures, you can plan an entire day of fun as all ages
for hikes and nature walks. The world-renowned Erie Canalway have a rockin’ good time with us and we are conveniently located
Trail offers 450 miles of wonderful views along old towpaths of the near downtown hotels, museums, and shopping. We are the largest
legendary waterway created to link Albany and Buffalo. With no ropes course center in North America, with courses that include Pi-
motorized vehicles allowed, walkers, joggers, hikers, and cyclists rates Crossing, Giants Ladder, Leap of Faith, and Islands in the Sky.
enjoy safe, easy traveling. We challenge our expert climbers with our routes that go up to 42 ft.
The Erie Canal Heritage Trail, part of the longer Canalway Trail, RockVentures hosts a unique activity that will provide memories of
covers 70 miles between Fairport and Lockport. A promenade-style a lifetime. We host birthday events, corporate team building events,
section of this trail through the Corn Hill neighborhood of Roches- and establish the importance of relationship building in climbing.
ter also features interpretive signage of canal history along with We promise adventure in a safe environment with our highly trained,
benches for resting and docking for boats. (The promenade also friendly staff.”
has one of the best views of the Rochester city skyline.) – visitRochester.com
If you paddle in the other direction, you’ll find where the Erie Canal Genesee River
flows into the Genesee River. “Gliding along the Genesee River toward Rochester in a canoe
Today the Canal is a well-maintained recreational paradise rivaling or kayak brings a thrilling sight when the city’s skyline suddenly
any canal in the world for beauty and ease of travel. springs into view and the pulse of an urban area mingles with
the quiet lapping of oars dipping into the river. Within sight of the
Along this historic waterway, paddlers will discover charming skyline, the river’s wildlife share the water. Egrets, herons, turtles,
homes and private gardens, stretches of complete quiet and ducks, and more float peaceably near paddlers.”
undeveloped vistas, birds, waterfowl, native wildlife, parks, and – visitRochester.com
picturesque canal-side villages like Pittsford, Fairport, Spencerport,
and Brockport. Each of these canal ports exudes its own special
charm while providing helpful services and amenities for visitors
traveling a water-filled ‘road.’
Kayak or canoe going through a lock is an experience you won’t
forget. The locks are controlled by friendly lockmasters ready to
answer questions or just chat as you float gently up or down inside
the lock onto your next discovery.”
– visitRochester.com
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Genesee Waterways Center Darien Lake Amusement Park
149 Elmwood Ave., Rochester, NY 14611 585.328.3960 9993 Allegheny Rd.
“Genesee Waterways Center (GWC), headquartered in Genesee Darien Center, NY 14040 585.599.4641
Valley Park, is a not-for-profit organization that promotes canoeing, “From rides and attractions to concerts and shows, Darien Lake is
kayaking, rowing and sculling on the many waterways of the Gen- an ideal destination for families looking to rediscover time together.
esee Region. It offers recreational facilities and classes for all ages Our amusement park features 45 rides, a water park, 160-room
and levels of ability, with 600 feet of accessible docks serving as an lodge, 57 cabins, and guest houses.”
entry point to both waterways and trails. GWC also provides rentals – visitRochester.com
of canoes and flat water kayaks and hosts a variety of community The Rochester Bicycling Club
events throughout the year, including regattas, canoe, and kayak “The Rochester Bicycling Club is an excellent resource for rides -
races, and a whitewater kayaking festival.” they schedule over 400 rides a year covering the greater Rochester
– visitRochester.com area and the beautiful Finger Lakes region of Upstate New York
Letchworth State Park with a focus on fun, safety, and fitness.”
1 Letchworth State Park, Castile NY 14427 – visitRochester.com
“White water rafting through “The Grand Canyon of the East”
as the Genesee River gathers full force through magnificent
Letchworth State Park.”
–visitRochester.com
Seabreeze (Amusement) Park
4600 Culver Rd., Rochester NY 14622 585.323.1900
“Seabreeze is the 4th oldest operating amusement park and the
oldest family owned park in America. It’s pure fun with 65+ family
attractions for everyone, from big-kid and adult thrill rides like the
Whirlwind—one of only three spinning coasters of its type in the
U.S.—to gentle kiddie-speed rides! Ride the thrilling “woody”: the
Jack Rabbit—the oldest continuously operating wooden coaster in
North America. Cool off with a splash on the Log Flume. Watch live
shows. There’s liquid fun at the Waterpark - filled with tube slides, a
wave pool, and kiddie area - overlooking Lake Ontario.”
– visitRochester.com
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MUSEUMS
Charlotte Genesee Lighthouse Rochester & Genesee Valley Railroad Museum
70 Lighthouse St., Rochester, NY 14612 585.621.6179 282 Rush Scottsville Rd., Scottsville, NY 14546 585.533.1431
Hinchey Historical House & Park Greece Historical Society and Museum
634 Hinchey Rd., Rochester, NY 14624 585.464.9740 595 Long Pond Rd., Rochester, NY 14612 585.225.7221
Rochester Museum & Science Center Susan B. Anthony House
657 East Ave., Rochester NY 14607 585.271.4320 17 Madison St., Rochester, NY 14608 585.235.6124
Rochester Historical Society Tinker Homestead and Farm Museum
Rundel Memorial Bldg. 1585 Calkins Rd., Henrietta, NY 14467 585.359.7042
115 South Ave., Rochester, NY 14604 585.428.8470 Fairport Historical Museum
High Falls Museum 18 Perrin St., Fairport, NY 14450 585.223.3989
60 Browns Race #1, Rochester, NY 14614 585.325.2030 New York Museum of Transportation
Strong National Museum of Play 6393 E River Rd., West Henrietta, NY 14586 585.533.1113
1 Manhattan Square Dr., Rochester, NY 14607 585.263.2700 Corning Museum of Glass
Frederick Douglass Museum & Cultural Center 1 Museum Way, Corning, NY 14830 607.937.5371
550 Clarissa St., Rochester, NY 14608 585.328.3898 Genesee Country Village & Museum
Museum of Kids Art 1410 Flint Hill Rd., Mumford, NY 14511 585.538.6822
90 Webster Ave., Rochester, NY 14609 585.317.9191 George Eastman International Museum
Rochester Medical Museum and Archives of Photography & Film
1441 East Ave., Rochester, NY 14610 585.922.1847 900 East Ave., Rochester, NY 14607 585.271.3361
ART GALLERIES
Memorial Art Gallery Jembetat African Art Gallery
500 University Ave., Rochester, NY 14607 585.276.8900 645 Park Ave., Rochester, NY 14607 585.442.8960
Rochester Contemporary Art Center Mercer Gallery
137 East Ave., Rochester, NY 14604 585.461.2222 1000 E Henrietta Rd., Rochester, NY 14623 585.292.2021
ARTISANworks Gallery R
565 Blossom Rd., Rochester, NY 14610 585.288.7170 100 College Ave., Rochester, NY 14607 585.256.3312
Oxford Gallery Inc Rochester Artists Market and Antiques
267 Oxford St., Rochester, NY 14607 585.271.5885 632 Winton Rd. N., Rochester, NY 14609 585.370.0076
Image City Photography Gallery Craft Company No. 6
722 University Ave., Rochester, NY 14607 585.271.2540 785 University Ave., Rochester, NY 14607 585.473.3413
The Shoe Factory Art Co-op Galvin Davis Studio
250 Goodman St. N., Rochester, NY 14607 585.732.0036 339 East Ave., Rochester, NY 14604 585.770.0715
Axom Gallery & Exhibition Space Creator’s Hands
176 Anderson Ave. #2, Rochester, NY 14607 585.232.6030 155 Monroe Ave., Rochester, NY 14607 585.235.8550
Bevier Gallery Nan Miller Gallery
73 Lomb Memorial Dr., Rochester, NY 14623 585.475.2646 3450 Winton Pl., Rochester, NY 14623 585.292.1430
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MOVIES
Cinema Theatre The Little Theatre
957 Clinton Ave. S., Rochester, NY 14620 585.271.1785 240 East Ave., #100, Rochester, NY 14604 585.258.0400
Cinemark Movies 10 Regal Henrietta Stadium 18
2609 W. Henrietta Rd., Rochester, NY 14623 585.292.0303 525 Marketplace Dr., Rochester, NY 14623 585.424.5461
Dryden Theatre Pittsford Plaza Cinema 9
900 East Ave., Rochester, NY 14607 585.454.7635 3349 Monroe Ave., Rochester, NY 14618 585.424.6220
MUSIC
Eastman School of Music Rochester International Jazz Festival
26 Gibbs St., Rochester, NY 14604 585.274.1000 “The nine-day Xerox Rochester International Jazz Festival is one of
Hochstein School of Music & Dance the nation’s largest and fastest growing music festivals, drawing
50 N. Plymouth Ave., Rochester, NY 14614 585.454.4596 more than 195,000 fans from across the US and around the world
last year. Hear more than 1200 artists from legendary Grammy -
Rochester Academy of Music & Arts winners to emerging stars perform at 322 concerts including 70
161 Norris Dr., Rochester, NY 14610 585.506.9437 free events. It all takes place in Rochester’s East End Cultural
Water Street Music Hall District at 20 different venues, all within walking distance.”
204 N Water St., Rochester, NY 14604 585.325.5600 – visitRochester.com
Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra Gateways Music Festival
“Offering Philharmonics, Pops, Casual Sunday Matinees, and Rochester Early Music Festival
orKIDStra concerts at the Eastman Theatre, Hochstein Music School,
and MAC Performing Arts Center.” Rochester MusicFest
Eastman Wind Ensemble
“As one of the world’s premier music schools, the Eastman School of
Music has been enriching the musical life of Rochester since 1921.
Providing the Rochester community with an exceptional opportunity
to experience world-class music in a world-class setting.”
– visitRochester.com
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PERFORMING ARTS
Rochester Broadway Theatre League Rochester City Ballet
“The Rochester Broadway Theatre League’s (RBTL’s) mission is to “Rochester City Ballet is a contemporary ballet company based
provide opportunities for all people to experience, understand, in Rochester, New York, and established in 1987 by its founding
and enjoy the best in arts and performance through its education artistic director Timothy M. Draper. Since 2003 the Rochester City
programs, events, and activities. To fulfill its mission, RBTL strives Ballet (RCB) has been led artistically by Jamey Leverett. RCB has
to offer diverse performances that reflect the highest standards a growing reputation for its excellence, versatility, and singular
of excellence, and to make those performances accessible to the repertoire, which includes award-winning contemporary ballets
broadest possible audience.” and masterworks. The company presents an extensive season of
– rbtl.org performances at the Nazareth College Arts Center and Kodak Hall
Hochstein School of Music & Dance at Eastman Theatre”
“Hochstein School of Music was founded in 1920 by musicians to – rochestercityballet.org
honor violin protégé David Hochstein, Hochstein School of Music Downstairs Cabaret Theatre
and Dance who was killed in World War I. Hochstein provides Garth Fagan Dance
lessons and performance opportunities for children and adults.”
Geva Theatre Center
Mercury Opera Rochester
Nazareth College Arts Center
Rochester Community Players
10 | simon rochester guide :: entertainmentSPORTS
Rochester Americans (Hockey) amerks.com Rochester Rhinos (Men’s Soccer) rhinossoccer.com
The Rochester Americans (Amerks) are a professional ice hockey The Rochester Rhinos are an American professional soccer team.
team in the American Hockey League. The team is owned and Founded in 1996, the team plays in the USL Professional Division,
operated by the Buffalo Sabres and plays its home games in the third tier of the American Soccer Pyramid, and plays its home
Rochester at Blue Cross Arena. One of the oldest franchises in the games at Sahlen’s Stadium.
AHL, the Americans celebrated their 50th consecutive season in the Western New York Flash (Women’s Soccer) wnyflash.com
American Hockey League in 2005. The Western New York Flash (WNYF) is an American professional
Rochester Knighthawks (Lacrosse) knighthawks.net soccer club based in Elma, New York, and competes in the National
The Rochester Knighthawks are a professional lacrosse team in the Women’s Soccer League. Though based in Buffalo, the Flash play
National Lacrosse League, and play at Blue Cross Arena. Previously all home games at Sahlen’s Stadium in Rochester, and train out
members of the Major Indoor Lacrosse League, they are now mem- of Sahlen Sports Park in Elma. In 2011, The Flash joined Women’s
bers of the NLL since the league’s inaugural season in 1998. Professional Soccer and became the Western New York Flash.
Rochester Razorsharks (Basketball) razorsharks.com The team has won three league championships since 2010, all in
The Rochester Razorsharks are a professional basketball team in different leagues.
the Premier Basketball League, and play their home games at Blue Buffalo Bills (Football) buffalobills.com
Cross Arena. The Razorsharks have won the 2006 ABA champion- The Buffalo Bills are an American professional football team, and
ship, and PBL titles in 2008, 2009, 2011, and 2014. members of the East Division of the American Football Conference
Rochester Redwings (Baseball) milb.com (AFC) in the National Football League (NFL).
The Rochester Red Wings are a Triple-A baseball team, and are the Buffalo Sabres (Hockey) sabres.nhl.com
top minor-league affiliate of the Minnesota Twins. Based in down- The Buffalo Sabres are an American professional ice hockey team,
town Rochester, the Redwings play at Frontier Field. and members of the Atlantic Division in the Eastern Conference of
the National Hockey League (NHL).
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12 | simon rochester guideFESTIVALS
First Niagara Rochester Fringe Festival Lane Dworkin Jewish Book Festival
“The First Niagara Rochester Fringe runs in over 20 downtown “The Lane Dworkin Jewish Book Festival exists to create a show-
Rochester venues. case for Jewish authors and/or books of Jewish content. The Fes-
With more than 360 performances—120 of them free. Tickets and tival promotes awareness, appreciation and pride in the diversity
info at rochesterfringe.com.” of the Jewish people; strengthens community consciousness of
– visitRochester.com Jewish identity, history, and culture.”
– visitRochester.com
High Falls Film Festival
“One of the few film festivals worldwide that celebrates the work of Rochester Deaf Festival
women filmmakers, and one of the longest running women’s film “Family activities, booths, and lots of free prizes. Please join us for a
festivals on the East Coast. The High Falls Film Festival explores fun filled day to celebrate Deaf Culture and Community Pride.”
and celebrates artistry and innovation of the most imaginative fe- – visitRochester.com
male cinematic visionaries. Featuring exceptional work of women in Rochester International Jazz Festival
all areas of film, video and new media, and highlighting Rochester’s “The nine-day Xerox Rochester International Jazz Festival is one of
standing as the home of motion picture film (George Eastman) and the nation’s largest and fastest growing music festivals, drawing
the women’s rights movement (Susan B. Anthony).” more than 195,000 fans from across the US and around the world
-visitRochester.com last year. Hear more than 1200 artists from legendary Grammy -
Lilac Festival winners to emerging stars perform at 322 concerts including 70
“Kicks off Rochester’s traditional festival season; draws 300,000 - free events. It all takes place in Rochester’s East End Cultural
500,000 visitors annually. Free admission to all but a handful District at 20 different venues, all within walking distance.”
of activities.” – visitRochester.com
– visitRochester.com Gateways Music Festival
Rochester Jewish Film Festival Rochester Early Music Festival
“The JCC of Greater Rochester established the Rochester Jewish Rochester MusicFest
Film Festival in 2001 to present the best contemporary Jewish
themed films from around the world to the Rochester community.
RJFF exists to promote awareness and pride in the diversity of the
Jewish people; to strengthen community consciousness of Jewish
identity, history, and culture; to provide a forum for community gath-
erings that allows valuable dialogue; and to create an international
showcase for filmmakers whose work explores Jewish themes.”
– rjff.org
SERIES
Live from Hochstein Party in the Park
“‘Live from Hochstein’ is a free, weekly concert series from the 90 “Party in the Park is a longstanding, Summer music series held at
year old Hochstein School of Music & Dance performance hall” Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Park in Downtown Rochester. It
– visitRochester.com offers a variety of music genres each year to appeal to young and
Concerts by the Shore old alike. Food and beverages are available in addition to various
Concerts by the Shore are free concerts held during the summer at music acts from a variety of genres.”
Ontario Beach Park. Sponsored by Wegmans and the Ontario Beach Band on the Bricks
Park Program Committee. Bands on the Bricks is a free summer concert series takes place
at the Rochester Public Market, 280 N. Union St. during July
and August.
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14 | simon rochester guideHEALTH AND SAFETY NUMBERS FOR MEDICAL EMERGENCIES PLEASE CALL 911.
University of Rochester Medical Center Financial Information
Strong Memorial Hospital Student Insurance Office 585.275.2637
601 Elmwood Ave., Rochester, NY 14642 insurance@uhs.rochester.edu
General Information 585.275.2100 Billing Office 585.275.2638
Strong Emergency Department 585.275.4551 klock@uhs.rochester.edu
Appointments 585.275.8762 Health Promotion Office
1.888.661.6162 Information 585.273.5775
agleichman@uhs.rochester.edu
Main Hospital Information Center 585.275.2182
Health Educator 585.273.5772
Patient Information 585.275.2181 mkelley@uhs.rochester.edu
Patient Telephones 585.275.7575 University Counseling Center (UCC)
University Health Services Appointments & After Hours 585.275.3113 **
Appointments & After Hours 585.275.2662 * Public Safety
Eastman School Office 585.274.1230 University Phones: x5-3333
[or] Pick up any Blue Light Emergency Phone
General Information 585.275.2662*
Non-Emergency Numbers 585.275.3333
Health History Forms 585.275.0697
HHF@uhs.rochester.edu Lost & Found: 585.275.2552
Health Information 585.275.1160 Victim Assistance: 585.275.2090
Medical Records Release 585.275.1158
HHF@uhs.rochester.edu * After hours, recorded phone message for access to care.
Occupational Health 585.275.4955 ** 24 hour on-call emergency service provided.
Patient Advocate 585.273.5770
ldudman@uhs.rochester.edu
UHS Director’s Office 585.275.2679
mlivingston@uhs.rochester.edu
15 | simon rochester guide :: health & safetyHOSPITALS
Strong Memorial Hospital Monroe Community Hospital
601 Elmwood Ave., Rochester, NY 14642 585.275.2100 435 E Henrietta Rd., Rochester, NY 14620 585.760.6500
Rochester General Hospital Westfall Surgery Center
1425 Portland Ave., Rochester, NY 14621 585.922.4000 1065 Senator Keating Blvd.,
Rochester, NY 14618 585.256.1330
URGENT CARE
Accel Care Med Express
3400 Monroe Ave., No. 10, 3400 Monroe Ave., Suite 10,
Rochester, NY 14618 585.203.1055 Rochester, NY 14618 585.203.1055
Accelcare Rochester Immediate Care
1300 Jefferson Rd., Suite 100, 2754 W Ridge Rd., Rochester, NY 14626 585.225.5252
Rochester, NY 14623 585.413.1800 Rochester Urgent Care PLLC
After.Hours Medical Care 2701 Culver Rd., Rochester, NY 14622 585.266.4000
1850 Brighton Henrietta Town Line Rd., Urgent Care by Lifetime Health
Rochester, NY 14623 585.338.1200 800 Carter St., Rochester, NY 14621 585.338.1200
Concentra Urgent Care Walk-In Care Center
687 Lee Rd., Suite 208, Rochester, NY 14606 585.458.7910 89 Genesee St., Rochester, NY 14611 585.368.3531
First Choice Medical Urgent Xpress Care Medical
1200 Jefferson Rd., Rochester, NY 14623 585.424.5252 1637 Howard Rd., Rochester, NY 14624 585.429.9777
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17 | simon rochester guideHOTELS
Best Western Holiday Inn Express
940 Jefferson Rd., Rochester, NY 14623 585.427.2700 2200 N. Goodman St., Rochester, NY 14618 585.342.0430
Brighton Courtyard by Marriott Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites
33 Corporate Woods, Rochester, NY 585.292.1000 800 Jefferson Rd., Rochester, NY 14623 585.475.9190
Comfort Inn Hyatt Regency Rochester
2729 Monroe Ave., Rochester, NY 14618 585.273.8410 125 East Main St., Rochester, NY 585.546.1234
Comfort Suites Inn On Broadway
2085 Hylan Dr., Rochester, NY 14623 585.334.6620 26 Broadway, Rochester, NY 14607 585.323.3595
Doubletree Hotel Rochester The Strathallan
1111 Jefferson Rd., Rochester NY 14623 585.475.1510 550 East Ave., Rochester, NY 14607 585.461.5010
Staybridge Suites East Avenue Inn & Suites
1000 Genesee St., Rochester NY 14611 585.527.9110 384 East Ave., Rochester, NY 14607 585.325.5010
For more information, visit rochesterhotels.com
BED & BREAKFAST
Reen’s Bed and Breakfast Ellwanger Estate
44 Magee Ave., Rochester, NY 14613 585.458.9306 625 Mount Hope Ave., Rochester, NY 14620 585.314.1793
Rose Garden Bed and Breakfast Edward Harris House B&B
4 Fairview Heights, Rochester, NY 14613 585.723.9938 35 Argyle St., Rochester, NY 14607 585.473.9752
7 on Strath For more information, visit bedandbreakfast.com
7 Strathallan Park, Rochester, NY 14607 585.626.7174
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19 | simon rochester guideGARDENS
Bausch & Lomb’s Winter Garden Maplewood Rose Garden
1 Bausch & Lomb Pl., Rochester, NY 14604 1 Maplewood Ave., Rochester, NY 14607 585.428.6770
Ellwanger Garden
625 Mt. Hope Ave., Rochester, NY 14620 585.546.5103
PARKS
Cobbs Hill Park Marie Daley Park
Culver Rd. & Norris Dr., Rochester, NY 14610 585.428.6770 160 Gregory St., Rochester, NY 14620
Durand Eastman Park Ontario Beach Park
Lake Shore Blvd. & Zoo Rd., Rochester NY 585.753.7275 Rochester, NY 14612 585.865.3320
Ellison Park Seneca Park
395 Richs Dugway Rd., Rochester, NY 14625 585.753.7275 171 Reservoir Ave., Rochester, NY 14620 585.753.7275
Genesee Valley Park Seneca Park Zoo
Elmwood Ave. & Moore Rd., 2222 St. Paul St., Rochester, NY 14621 585.336.7200
Rochester, NY 14620 585.753.7275 “As one of Greater Rochester’s most popular family attractions, the
Greece Canal Park Seneca Park Zoo is home to an ever-changing collection, which
241 Elmgrove Rd., Rochester, NY 14626 585.753.7275 makes each of your Zoo visits unique. Regardless of the time or
day, you’re sure to see something new!”
Highland Park – visitRochester.com
180 Reservoir Ave., Rochester, NY 14620
Turning Point Park
Lamberton Conservatory 260 Boxart St., Rochester, NY 14612
171 Reservoir Ave., Rochester, NY 14620
Washington Square Park
Lehigh Valley Trail 181 S. Clinton Ave., Rochester, NY 14604 585.428.5990
E. Henrietta Rd., Rochester, NY 14643
Maplewood Park
Maplewood Dr., Rochester, NY 14615
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21 | simon rochester guideSTEAKHOUSES
Black & Blue Steak and Crab LongHorn Steakhouse
3349 Monroe Ave., Rochester, NY 14618 585.421.8111 680 Jefferson Rd., Rochester, NY 14623 585.272.9695
Bugaboo Creek Steakhouse Max Chophouse
935 Jefferson Rd., Rochester, NY 14623 585.292.5800 1456 Monroe Ave., Rochester, NY 14618 585.271.3510
Char Steak & Lounge Texas Roadhouse
550 East Ave., Rochester, NY 14607 585.241.7100 3150 W. Henrietta Rd., Rochester, NY 14623 585.424.5777
Charley Brown’s Tournedos Steakhouse
1675 Penfield Rd., Rochester, NY 14625 585.385.9202 26 Broadway St., Rochester, NY 14607 585.269.3888
Delmonico’s Italian Steakhouse Winfield Grill
125 White Spruce Blvd., Rochester, NY 14623 585.424.4242 647 N Winton Rd., Rochester, NY 14609 585.654.8990
East Ridge Diner & Steakhouse Zach’s Steak & Seafood Grille
766 E. Ridge Rd., Rochester, NY 14621 585.413.1786 1111 Jefferson Rd., Rochester, NY 14623 585.427.0416
Espada Brazilian Steak
274 Goodman St. N., Rochester, NY 14607 585.473.0052
ITALIAN CUISINE
Agatina’s Restaurant Pane Vino Ristorante
2967 Buffalo Rd., Rochester, NY 14624 585.426.0510 175 N. Water St., Rochester, NY 14604 585.232.6090
Bacco’s Ristorante Pasta Villa
263 Park Ave., Rochester, NY 14607 585.442.5090 1313 E. Ridge Rd., Rochester, NY 14621 585.266.2676
Bazil Restaurant Ristorante Lucano
1384 Empire Blvd., Rochester, NY 14609 585.697.2006 1815 East Ave., Rochester, NY 14610 585.244.3460
Benucci’s Rocco
3349 Monroe Ave., Rochester, NY 14618 585.264.1300 165 Monroe Ave., Rochester, NY 14607 585.454.3510
Carpani’s Italian Restaurant Roncone’s Restaurant
155 Pattonwood Dr., Rochester, NY 14617 585.266.2990 232 Lyell Ave., Rochester, NY 14608 585.458.3090
Mario’s Italian Restaurant Valicia’s Ristorante
2740 Monroe Ave., Rochester, NY 14618 585.271.1111 2155 Long Pond Rd., Rochester, NY 14606 585.247.5930
Merchants Pasta House
564 Merchants Rd., Rochester, NY 14609 585.288.0067
22 | simon rochester guide :: restaurantsBAR & GRILLS
Acme Bar & Pizza The Revelry
495 Monroe Ave., Rochester, NY 14607 585.271.2263 1290 University Ave., Rochester, NY 14607 585.340.6454
Bunga Burger Rochester Taproom
1370 Mt Hope Ave., Rochester, NY 14620 585.360.4949 284 Exchange Blvd., Rochester, NY 585.319.3388
The Distillery Salinger’s Bar & Grill
300 Paddy Creek Cir., Rochester, NY 14615 585.621.1620 107 East Ave., Rochester, NY 14604 585.546.6880
Elmwood Inn Summerville Grill
1256 Mt. Hope Ave., Rochester, NY 14620 585.271.5195 5370 St. Paul Blvd., Rochester, NY 14617 585.266.4800
Good Luck Restaurant Tap & Mallet
50 Anderson Ave., Rochester, NY 14607 585.340.6161 381 Gregory St. Rochester, NY 14620 585.473.0503
Hose 22 Firehouse Grill Temple Bar and Grille
56 Stutson St., Rochester, NY 14612 585.621.2200 109 East Ave., Rochester, NY 14604 585.232.6000
MacGregors’ Grill and Tap Room Wallstreet Bar & Grill
355 - 359 East Ave., Rochester, NY 14604 585.413.3744 330 East Ave., Rochester, NY 14604 585.319.5696
Marshall Street Bar & Grill Windjammers Bar & Grill
81 Marshall St., Rochester, NY 14607 585.325.2191 4695 Lake Ave., Rochester, NY 14612 585.663.9691
Matthews East End Grill Winton Bar & Grill
200 East Ave., Rochester, NY 14604 585.454.4280 198 N. Winton Rd., Rochester, NY 14610 585.654.9606
Next Door Bar & Grill The Wintonaire
3220 Monroe Ave., Rochester, NY 14618 585.249.4575 628 N. Winton Rd., Rochester, NY 14609 585.730.8350
Pelican’s Nest Restaurant
566 River St., Rochester, NY 14612 585.663.5910
Pomodoro Grill and Wine Bar
1290 University Ave. #4,
Rochester, NY 14607 585.271.5000
23 | simon rochester guide :: restaurantsBAKERIES
Baker Street Bakery Jackson’s Bakery
745 Park Ave., Rochester, NY 14607 585.241.3120 614 Stone Rd., Rochester, NY 14616 585.663.7634
Cheesy Eddie’s Kneads and Wants
602 South Ave., Rochester, NY 14620 585.473.1300 4464 Lake Ave., Charlotte, NY 14612 585.340.6217
Etna Italian Pastry Shop Martusciello’s Bakery
2318 Lyell Ave., Rochester, NY 14606 585.429.6369 2280 Lyell Ave., Rochester, NY 14606 585.247.0510
Flour City Bread Company Premier Pastry
52 Rochester Public Market, 433 South Ave., Rochester, NY 14620 585.546.1420
Rochester, NY 14609 585.957.3096 Savoia Pastry Shoppe
Gaetano’s Bakery 2267 Clifford Ave., Rochester, NY 14609 585.482.1130
1439 W. Ridge Rd., Rochester, NY 14615 585.865.7810 Scratch Bakeshop
Genesee Bakery and Deli 113 Park Ave., Rochester, NY 14607 585.204.7226
1677 Mt. Hope Ave., Rochester, NY 14620 585.244.5360 Sultan Lebanese Cuisine & Bakery
Georgie’s Bakery Café 1659 Mt. Hope Ave., Rochester, NY 14620 585.241.0081
857 Clinton Ave. S., Rochester, NY 14620 585.241.3987 Sweet Sammie Jane’s
Get Caked 701 Park Ave., Rochester, NY 14607 585.474.3100
274 N Goodman St., Rochester, NY 14607 585.319.4314 Village Bakery & Café
Goodness Cakes 145 Culver Rd., Rochester, NY 14620 585.481.2884
720 University Ave., Rochester, NY 14607 585.271.1890 Voula’s Greek Sweets
Great Harvest Bread Company 439 Monroe Ave., Rochester, NY 14607 585.242.0935
210 Park Ave., Rochester, NY 14607 585.697.0400
BARBECUE
Dinosaur Bar-B-Que Steel River BBQ Bar & Grill
99 Court St., Rochester, NY 14604 585.325.7090 421 River St., Rochester, NY 14612 585.360.2311
Famous Dave’s Sticky Lips Pit BBQ
200 Center Place Dr., Rochester, NY 14615 585.663.3300 830 Jefferson Rd., Rochester, NY 14623 585.292.5544
Good Smoke BBQ 625 Culver Rd., Rochester, NY 14609 585.288.1910
326 W. Commercial St., Rochester, NY 14445 585.203.1576 Terry’s Southern Barbeque
J B Quimby’s 153 Elmgrove Rd., Rochester, NY 14626 585.225.1847
3529 Winton Rd. S., Rochester, NY 14623 585.272.9780 Texas Blues Barbecue
McCoggle Southern Bar Bq 649 Monroe Ave., Rochester, NY 14607 585.319.4436
3136 St. Paul Blvd., Rochester, NY 14617 585.820.0540 Unkl Moe’s BBQ & Catering
Nola’s Barbecue 493 West Ave., Rochester, NY 14611 585.464.8240
4775 Lake Ave., Rochester, NY 14612 585.663.3359
24 | simon rochester guide :: restaurantsSEAFOOD
Davies Seafood McFadden Fish and Chips Restaurant
395 Stone Rd., Rochester, NY 14616 585.663.7573 544 West Main St., Rochester, NY 14608 585.464.0001
Joe’s Crab Shack Nick’s Sea Breeze Inn
100 Marketplace Dr., Henrietta, NY 14623 585.272.9204 4581 Culver Rd., Rochester, NY 14622 585.323.1950
ASIAN CUISINE
California Rollin Plum Garden Japanese Restaurant
274 Goodman St. N., Rochester, NY 14607 585.271.8990 3349 Monroe Ave., Rochester, NY 14618 585.381.8730
Flavors of Asia SEA Restaurant
831 Clinton Ave. S., Rochester, NY 14620 585.256.2310 741 Monroe Ave., Rochester, NY 14607 585.473.8031
Golden Port Dim Sum Restaurant Seoul House Korean Restaurant
105 East Ave., Rochester, NY 14604 585.256.1780 2805 W. Henrietta Rd., Rochester, NY 14623 585.424.2220
Han Noodle Bar Shiki
687 Monroe Ave., Rochester, NY 14607 585.242.7333 1054 Clinton Ave. S., Rochester, NY 14620 585.271.2090
India House Shui Asian Fusion
999 Clinton Ave. S., Rochester, NY 14620 585.461.0880 236 University Ave., Rochester, NY 14607 585.546.6525
Korean House Sodam Korean Restaurant
900 Jefferson Rd., Rochester, NY 14623 585.475.9810 900 Jefferson Rd., Rochester, NY 14623 585.475.9810
Lotus Oriental Taste of China Restaurant
79 State St., Rochester, NY 14614 585.546.3949 515 E Ridge Rd., Rochester, NY 14621 585.338.2868
New Ming White Swans Asia Caffe
1132 Monroe Ave., Rochester, NY 14620 585.271.7267 798 S. Clinton Ave., Rochester, NY 14620 585.270.4431
Papaya Asian Kitchen & Bar The Wok
270 Miracle Mile Dr., Rochester, NY 14623 585.272.7425 912 Genesee St., Rochester, NY 14611 585.235.7888
Pho Duong Dong Young’s Korean Restaurant
182 Otis St., Rochester, NY 14606 585.254.8120 120 Mushroom Blvd. #100,
Pho Viet Rochester, NY 14623 585.427.7650
510 Monroe Ave., Rochester, NY 14618 585.287.6066 Yummy Garden Hot Pot
2411 W. Henrietta Rd., Rochester, NY 14623 585.368.9888
25 | simon rochester guide :: restaurantsLATIN AMERICAN CUISINE
3 Latino Restaurant John’s Tex-Mex Eatery
2 Palm St., Rochester, NY 14615 585.288.5940 489 South Ave., Rochester, NY 14620 585.232.5830
Caribbean Mexican Grill La Casa Restaurant
1485 Dewey Ave., Rochester, NY 14615 585.563.7624 93 Alexander St., Rochester, NY 14620 585.730.5025
D’Mangu Restaurant La Marifinga
1475 E. Henrietta Rd., Rochester, NY 14623 585.424.2200 624 Lexington Ave., Rochester, NY 14613 585.458.6111
Dorado Ox and Stone
690 Park Ave., Rochester, NY 14610 585.244.8560 282 Alexander St., Rochester, NY 14607 585.287.6933
El Latino Restaurant Tapas 177
1020 Chili Ave., Rochester, NY 14611 585.235.3110 177 Saint Paul St., Rochester, NY 14604 585.262.2090
El Pilon Criollo
973 N. Clinton Ave., Rochester, NY 14621 585.338.7930
CAFÉS
1872 Café Oriens Café
432 W. Main St., Rochester, NY 14608 585.730.7687 1100 Long Pond Rd., Rochester, NY 14626 585.663.3291
Byblos Café Pellegrino’s Deli Café
9 E Main St., Rochester, NY 14614 585.262.2890 1120 Mount Hope Ave., Rochester, NY 14620 585.442.6463
Café CiBon Pour Coffee Parlor
688 Park Ave., Rochester, NY 14607 585.461.2960 23 Somerton St., Rochester, NY 14607 585.209.3633
Founders Café Ridge Donut Café
13 Fitzhugh St., Rochester, NY 14614 585.770.1721 1600 Portland Ave., Rochester, NY 14621 585.342.5236
Harvest Café Starry Nites Café
298 Exchange Blvd., Rochester, NY 14608 585.730.4604 696 University Ave., Rochester, NY 14607 585.271.2630
Java’s Café Tedward’s Café
16 Gibbs St., Rochester, NY 14604 585.232.4820 183 E. Main St., Rochester, NY 14604 585.287.5093
Joe Bean Coffee Roasters T’s Times Square Café
1344 University Ave., Rochester, NY 14607 585.319.5279 45 Exchange St., Rochester, NY 14614 585.232.6586
Magnolia’s Deli & Café
366 Park Ave., Rochester, NY 14607 585.271.7380
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27 | simon rochester guideFAMILY
Banners Childcare Imagination Childcare Academy, Inc.
3510 Winton Pl., Rochester, NY 14623 585.427.0700 230 Coldwater Rd., Rochester, NY 14624 585.413.3948
Childtime Sunshine Daycare Inc
55 Hoover Dr., Rochester, NY 14615 866.384.6972 2400 Oakview Dr., Rochester, NY 14617 585.467.1481
400 Dorsey Rd., Rochester, NY 14616 866.384.6972 Twelve Corners Day Care Center
896 Calkins Rd., Rochester, NY 14623 866.384.6972 155 Canal View Blvd., Rochester, NY 14623 585.272.0880
Kiddie Kollege Child Care Centers
330 Pattonwood Dr., Rochester, NY 14617 585.467.6050
BANKING
Bank of America First Niagara Bank
1 East Ave., Rochester, NY 14638 800.432.1000 1 HSBC Plaza, Rochester, NY 14639 585.238.7362
671 Park Ave., Rochester, NY 14607 800.432.1000 19 West Main St., Rochester, NY 14614 585.546.2628
Chase 70 Lyell Ave., Rochester, NY 14608 585.454.2356
560 Monroe Ave., Rochester, NY 14607 585.242.7833 1185 University Ave., Rochester, NY 14607 585.271.4683
1 Chase Sq., Rochester, NY 14643 585.258.5888 532 Chili Ave., Rochester, NY 14611 585.235.7902
36 Genesee St., Rochester, NY 14611 585.436.7021 M&T Bank
University of Rochester River Campus, 289 Upper Falls Blvd., Rochester, NY 14605 585.454.1330
Rochester, NY 14627 585.275.4560 28 E. Main St., Lobby 2, Rochester, NY 14614 585.424.6234
520 Portland Ave., Rochester, NY 14605 585.232.8016 255 East Ave., Suite 100, Rochester, NY 14604 585.258.8405
ESL Federal Credit Union 1848 S. Clinton Ave., Rochester, NY 14618 585.442.0400
377 State St., Rochester, NY 14608 585.336.1000
1385 Lyell Ave., Rochester, NY 14606 585.254.1658
225 Chestnut St., Rochester, NY 14604 585.336.1000
215 Merchants Rd., Rochester, NY 14609 585.336.1000
1881 Monroe Ave., Rochester, NY 14618 585.336.1000
28 | simon rochester guide :: servicesNEWSPAPERS
Democrat & Chronicle – democratandchronicle.com Suzie’s Newstand
City Newspaper – rochestercitynewspaper.com 1 Chase Sq., Rochester, NY 14643 585.232.7580
World Wide News
100 St. Paul St., Rochester, NY 14604 585.546.7140
POST / COURIER OFFICES
FedEx (Office Print & Ship Center) UPS Store
941 Jefferson Rd., Rochester, NY 14623 585.240.2679 300 Hylan Dr., Suite 6, Rochester, NY 14623 585.427.8080
1906 Monroe Ave., Rochester, NY 14618 585.271.1340 690 Park Ave., Rochester, NY 14607 585.442.3060
United States Post Office 3896 Dewey Ave., Rochester, NY 14616 585.865.1660
130 Winton Rd. N., Rochester, NY 14610 585.288.2170 2604 Elmwood Ave., Rochester, NY 14618 585.224.7380
1335 Jefferson Rd., Rochester, NY 14692 800.275.8777
216 Cumberland St., Rochester, NY 14603 585.546.6425
527 Thurston Rd., Rochester, NY 14619 585.247.5150
1900 S. Clinton Ave., Rochester, NY 14618 585.473.6493
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30 | simon rochester guideSHOPPING CENTERS
Eastview Mall Marketplace Mall
“Rochester’s only mall with five major department stores, Von Maur, “The Marketplace offers exceptional convenience from all parts of
JCPenney, Macy’s, Lord & Taylor and Sears and over 170 specialty the Greater Rochester area via its central location. Macy’s, JCPenney,
shops.” – visitRochester.com Sears and Dick’s Sporting Goods provide the anchor draw, which is
complemented by such tenants as Banana Republic, Gap, Gap Kids,
Charming CHARLIE, Hollister, LOFT, Land’s End Inlet, Delia’s, and
Old Navy. With more than 140 stores, Marketplace is home to most
nationally recognized retailers.”
– visitRochester.com
BOOK STORES
Barnes & Noble Booksellers Eastman Bookstore
1305 Mt. Hope Ave., Rochester, NY 14620 585.275.4012 25 Gibbs St., Rochester, NY 14604 585.274.1399
3349 Monroe Ave., Rochester, NY 14618 585.586.6020 Rick’s Recycled Books
330 Greece Ridge Center Dr., 739 Monroe Ave., Rochester, NY 14607 585.442.4920
Rochester, NY 14626 585.227.4020 Small World Books
425 North St., Rochester, NY 14605 585.232.6970
COMPUTERS
AveryPC Nysys Computer
888 Long Pond Rd., Rochester, NY 14626 585.225.4640 1912 E. Main St., Rochester, NY 14609 585.482.1600
Best Buy Rochester Computer Recycling & Recovery
2345 Marketplace Dr., Rochester, NY 14623 585.292.0250 395 Central Ave., Rochester, NY 14605 585.546.6620
Miracle Mile Dr., Rochester NY 585.424.5442 UR Tech Store
2833 W. Ridge Rd., Suite 18, Medical Center – Room G-7220B (Next to the Copy Center)
Rochester, NY 14626 585.225.4690 River Campus – Rush Rhees Library (At the IT Center)
Microworx Phone: 585.275.8353
20 Allens Creek Rd., Rochester, NY 14618 585.271.0050 E-mail: urtechstore@rochester.edu
ELECTRONICS/APPLIANCES
Best Buy
2345 Marketplace Dr., Rochester NY 585.292.0250
Miracle Mile Dr., Rochester NY 585.424.5442
2833 W. Ridge Rd., Rochester NY 585.225.4690
31 | simon rochester guide :: shoppingFURNITURE
Abode RuLy Furniture
289 Gregory St., Rochester, NY 14620 585.471.8357 270 Monroe Ave., Rochester, NY 14607 585.423.0073
Metro Retro York Furniture Gallery
1241 Park Ave., Rochester, NY 14610 585.269.9999 3535 W. Henrietta Rd., Rochester, NY 14623 585.427.8979
Raymour and Flanigan Furniture
Clearance Center
500 Jay Scutti Blvd., Rochester, NY 14623 585.272.1870
GROCERIES
Asia Food Market Inc., Tops Friendly Markets
1885 Brighton-Henrietta Town Line Rd., 285 Upper Falls Blvd., Rochester, NY 14605 585.454.4430
Rochester, NY 14623 585.292.9888 3507 Mt. Read / Maiden Ln.,
Chang’s Oriental Food Store Rochester, NY 14616 585.663.4400
1867 Mt. Hope Ave., Rochester, NY 14620 585.426.7660 175 N. Winton Rd., Rochester, NY 14610 585.228.7850
Hikari Foods & Grocery 450 West Ave., Rochester, NY 14611 585.512.4100
1667 Mt. Hope Ave., Rochester, NY 14620 585.461.3180
710 Lake Ave., Rochester, NY 14613 585.254.0110
Price Rite
1230 University Ave., Rochester, NY 14607 585.242.1980 Wegmans
East Avenue
The Rochester Public Market 1750 East Ave., Rochester, NY 14610 585.244.7950
“Rochester’s city-run Public Market has served the community
at its 280 N. Union Street site since 1905. Bargains and local Pittsford
goodness abound Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday, 52 weeks 3195 Monroe Ave., (Pittsford Plaza West),
a year. Vendors – over 330 on Saturdays – offer fresh produce, Rochester, NY 14618 585.586.6680
ethnic delicacies, specialty items, general merchandise, and Ridge-Culver
much more. In addition, an array of independent local businesses, 2200 E. Ridge Road, Rochester, NY 14622 585.342.4810
including cafes, food stands, coffee shops, florists, specialty food Irondequoit
purveyors, breweries, and more – can be found on Market grounds 525 Titus Ave., Rochester, NY 14617 585.266.4090
and in the surrounding Market District.”
–cityofrochester.gov Marketplace
650 Hylan Dr. (Marketplace Mall),
Save.A.Lot Rochester, NY 14623 585.424.7255
836 N. Goodman St., Rochester, NY 14609 585.288.3590
Lyell Avenue
Win Fa Market 2301 Lyell Ave., Rochester, NY 14606 585.429.4400
4 Lake Ave., Rochester, NY 14608 585.546.1250
Calkins Road
745 Calkins Rd., Rochester, NY 14623 585.334.4010
32 | simon rochester guide :: shoppingPET SUPPLIES
Pet$aver Healthy Pet Superstore PetSmart
1596 W. Ridge Rd., Rochester, NY 14615 585.621.0890 3042 W. Ridge Rd., Rochester, NY 14626 585.227.6700
The Reef Shoppe Petco
1969 E. Ridge Rd., Rochester, NY 14622 585.338.7333 3200 Monroe Ave., Rochester, NY 14618 585.385.6850
Pet World
2833 W. Ridge Rd., Rochester, NY 14626 585.225.8700
PHONES
AT&T T-Mobile
1394 Mt. Hope Ave., Rochester, NY 14620 585.244.8078 390 Miracle Mile Dr., E.10, Rochester, NY 14623 585.272.9533
620 Jefferson Rd., Suite 200, 296 Greece Ridge Center Dr.,
Rochester, NY 14623 585.427.7211 Rochester, NY 14626 585.225.1872
1250 University Ave., Rochester, NY 14607 585.747.2227 3349 Monroe Ave., Suite 6B,
3122 Monroe Ave., Rochester, NY 14618 585.381.1810 Rochester, NY 14618 585.586.2800
401 Greece Ridge Center Dr., Space 401, Verizon Wireless
Rochester, NY 14626 585.227.2350 1150 Jefferson Rd., Rochester, NY 14623 585.697.5900
2672 W. Ridge Rd., Rochester, NY 14626 585.225.1500 3120 W. Ridge Rd., Rochester, NY 14626 585.453.9950
211 Miracle Mile Dr., Suite A1, 530 Greece Ridge Center Dr.,
Rochester, NY 14623 585.427.2650 Rochester, NY 14626 585.225.8673
2255 E. Ridge Rd., Rochester, NY 14622 585.467.4123 3349 Monroe Ave., Rochester, NY 14618 585.242.8866
3175 Chili Ave., Rochester, NY 14624 585.889.3660 935 Holt Rd., Rochester, NY 14580 585.216.3149
Sprint 8000 State Route 96, Victor, NY 14564 585.223.9950
621 Jefferson Rd., Rochester, NY 14623 585.272.1400 7979 Pittsford Victor Rd, Victor, NY 14564 585.223.9910
1315 E. Ridge Rd., Rochester, NY 14621 585.544.3669
1 Miracle Mile Dr., Store 650,
Rochester, NY 14623 585.424.5430
271 Greece Ridge Center Dr.,
Rochester, NY 14626 585.225.1234
350 Greece Ridge Center Dr.,
Rochester, NY 14626 585.225.2200
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34 | simon rochester guideAIR
Rochester International Airport Buffalo Niagara International Airport
1200 Brooks Ave., Rochester, NY 14624 585.753.7000 4200 Genesee St., Buffalo, NY 14225 716.630.6000
BUS
Regional Transit Service (RTS) The Regional Transit System (RTS), Rochester’s public bus service,
University Shuttles are free to UR students. Shuttles operate within may be contacted at 585.288.1700 or by visiting www.rgrta.com for
the University and throughout select areas of Rochester. For shuttle information on bus schedules, routes and fares. RTS bus passes may
routes and schedules, please visit www.rochester.edu/parking/ be purchased at the River Campus Parking Office in Fauver Stadium.
options/shuttle. If you plan on driving to campus, you’ll need to purchase a commuter
parking permit. Visit Parking Services at www.rochester.edu/parking/
students.
TAXI
A-1 Airport Taxi Service 585.704.5797 Goff Taxi-Transportation 585.284.6037
Able Taxi & Delivery Service 585.663.1600 Hummingbird Taxi & Car Service 585.235.0508
Airport Taxi 585.785.4643 Park Avenue Taxi 585.506.2660
Checker Cab Co 585.325.2460 Rochester Taxi & Limousine Service 585.544.4444
Excellent Airport Taxi 585.705.6056 Sentry Taxi 888.273.5210
TRAIN
Amtrak Central Station - ROC
320 Central Ave., Rochester, NY 14605 800.872.7245
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36 | simon rochester guideTRAVEL
Adirondack Mountains lands and world-class museums, from hundreds of charming villages
These mountains lie within the Adirondack Park and contain 85 to exciting urban centers in Rochester and Syracuse, the variety of
percent of the entire wilderness in the Eastern United States—rep- experiences visitors can enjoy throughout the region is impressive.
resenting the largest area of its kind east of the Mississippi River. It is home to more than 100 wineries while offering four-season
Pristine and expansive, the Adirondacks’ mountains and rivers have recreational activities of every description. By car or boat, whether
inspired generations of outdoorsmen to hike, paddle, and play in biking or hiking, visitors soon discover that New York’s Finger Lakes
nature. Spanning over six million acres in Northern New York—an area can offer the perfect road trip experience.
larger than the entire state of Vermont—the Adirondack Mountains -fingerlakes.org
boast more than 2,000 miles of hiking trails, over 3,000 lakes and
ponds and 1,200 miles of rivers. Lake Ontario
-visitadirondacks.com Lake Ontario, New York abounds with opportunities for outdoor recre-
ation. Hiking, canoeing, backpacking, birding, fishing, sailing, charter
Catskill Mountains tours, and more. The New York State Seaway Trail is a 454 mile scenic
Adventure and peace. Fine cuisine. Friendly, homey diners. Breath- route paralleling Lake Erie, the Niagara River, Lake Ontario and the St.
taking vistas. A quaint covered bridge over a babbling brook... It’s all Lawrence River.
here in the Catskills. Delaware, Greene, Sullivan and Ulster counties -newyorkvisitorsnetwork.com
were America’s original frontier, and you can find the majesty from
which our forefathers drew both inspiration and comfort. So climb Niagara Falls
one of our peaks—or ski down them. Enjoy the finest golf, followed Niagara Falls State Park is situated on 400 acres of lush terrain
by a grand dinner or a cozy supper. Absorb the arts and culture that where you’ll find protected wildlife and an array of exciting activities
inspire. Find an adventure. Or just kick back with a good book and and fantastic attractions. Storied landscape architect Frederick Law
a beverage. The Catskill region is an easy—and beautiful—drive Olmstead—who also designed Central Park—created a wonderland
from Boston, Hartford, New York, Philadelphia, Buffalo, and beyond. that surrounds Niagara Falls and includes gardens, over 15 miles
Practically a wilderness in your back yard! Life is an adventure. An of challenging hiking trails and stunning views at every turn. Amer-
adventure you control. An adventure the Catskills inspire. ica’s oldest state park, Niagara Falls State Park stands today as an
-visitcatskills.com American icon and enduring legacy of the visionaries who worked to
save it for generations to come. Today, the park’s signature attraction,
Finger Lakes majestic Niagara Falls, is the dramatic apex of the free-flowing waters
One of the largest tourism regions in the state, New York’s Finger of the Niagara River Gorge.
Lakes covers 9,000 square miles from the southern shore of Lake Hike the Niagara Gorge trail system to explore the park’s scenic
Ontario to the Pennsylvania border and encompasses 11 parallel lakes terrain, or ride the Niagara Scenic Trolley for an historic overview
spanning the center of New York State like a giant handprint. The and fun facts and tips while enjoying your stay. Along with the park’s
most popular lakes located in the Finger Lakes region are: Canandai- year-round natural attractions, you’ll find a wide range of seasonal
gua, Cayuga, Conesus, Owasco, Otisco, Honeoye, Keuka, Seneca and events, prime New York shopping, and a tantalizing selection of
Skaneateles. Although each has a name of its own, these thin glacial dining options. There’s so much to do at Niagara Falls State Park, one
lakes are most often referred to as a group: the Finger Lakes. This day just won’t be enough to see it all.
region includes two other famous waterways as well—the historic -niagarafallsstatepark.com
Erie Canal and Lake Ontario, one of America’s five, fresh-water Great
Lakes—plus plenty of navigable rivers and more than 1,000 waterfalls.
From stunning scenery and important historic sites to fertile farm
37 | simon rochester guide :: travelSTUDENT SERVICES
The Student Services office works in partnership with faculty, staff,
students, and alumni to maximize student potential for success
in the Simon MBA and MS programs. Through academic support,
management of the non-curricular aspects of the Simon experience,
and attention to student satisfaction, the office provides personal
assistance and support to students. Services include program plan-
ning, course-selection advising, communicating School policies and
procedures, managing the international exchange program, providing
tutoring and academic counseling, and offering club support. The
office also serves as a resource, referral, and advocate for students in
the program
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