Steve's Bar and Grill — Restaurant in Town/Village of East Rochester

I’ve only been in here twice to order empanadas, but both times the lady at the back counter was extremely nice and welcoming. Her empanadas are AMAZING! Better then the empanada shop down the street (sorry, but true), I like them better then the ones at the Rochester public market, and better then another empanada company that goes to the Fairport market. They are so good!! Amazingly crispy with the perfect meat texture inside. You know when something’s that good when you crave it and can’t stop thinking about it. I do realize this is essentially a bar, and I wish it didn’t smell like booze and cigarette smoke every time I walked in so I could bring others to eat here. Unfortunately with that smell I won’t be able too, but I’ll still come in for takeout. My only suggestion would be to please get ahead of spraying this year as you had ants on the pickup counter and menu where I got my food. I was really grossed out but didn’t have the heart to say anything. I’ll still be back to order some...

First impression is everything even if the food isn’t available that day. Walked in and told they were closed for lunch/food on the 4th of July; tho the bar was open? I guess they have a big bar there at first glance. The woman at the bar scoffed like I was stupid for walking in on a holiday and a few kids at the bar did the same. I get it, but we are in NY and many many things are open on the 4th. Will see if that’s a consistent thing with service next time. Just note that google was incorrect saying they were open for food on a holiday for lunch. Being small family owned not surprising as it is hit or miss In The small towns. So we grabbed Mexican in Pittsford instead. Will hit this place up for a formal review next time as I do want to see how their empanadas compare! People have been worried since the change over so I will make sure you get a full and comprehensive review from the inside out. Thank you to those who look at my reviews for an honest review...

East Rochester, New York, continues to grow as a foodie destination. Steve's Bar & Grill's new owners have created several amazing Spanish dishes. Eat in or take out. Generous portions, authentic ingredients (have a Corona; be patient, it's worth it) and a warm welcome. Say hi to Orlando, (from El Salvador) Daymara (from Cuba) and Grece (from Peru). Renovations are a work in progress but give them time; they had to get the kitchen up and running first). We thoroughly enjoyed their Tostones (fried crispy slices of green plantain bananas) with boiled Yuca (Cassava root) topped with red onions. Three stuffed shrimp tacos with fluffy yellow rice and tasty brown beans; followed with an empanada de carne (generously stuffed with beef; not like the ones you are used to being disappointed in after the first bite). Very reasonable pricing. If you like Hispanic food (or are willing to give it a try) you will not be...