Marge's Lakeside Inn — Restaurant in Town of Irondequoit

The best beach vibes in Rochester. This place is a gem, you can sit out on the soft sand beach and drink and watch the sunset. Go on summer Mondays or Tuesdays for freedom from the strict rules of the other nights - on those nights no bands, you can sit where you want, etc. Go on other nights for kind of annoying lame rules - if you are only 2 people, you can only sit on the side chairs, only facing the glaring sun, etc. Not sure why those side chairs can't be where the sun is at your back. They even have food on weekends like a charcuterie board stand or hot dogs/hamburgers. I was SO IMPRESSED they even had vegan Beyond Burgers at their hotdog stand - amazing! Otherwise you can order or bring your own food in. The only mixed drinks are canned, but they are pretty good. I like the pina colada - get a lot of ice to pour it in. It's strong! The staff is friendly, the vibe is very Jimmy Buffet, and the view is the best. Only one bathroom for ladies so prepare to stand in line if it's busy - or do like I do, just use the mens...

I contacted Marges to plan a birthday party for 15 people for my best friend. Her favorite place is Marges so I thought this would be a perfect idea. I contacted the owner Francine Beth who said that it would be no issue and we discussed the set up. I explained that we would have caterers scheduled to bring food and she explained none of this was an issue. A day before the event Francine text me to explain the wind took out their power and they would not be able to host our event. I found this odd since I’m right now the road and had no issues. I decided to check Marges Facebook and they posted 2 days before Francine contacted me, that they wouldn’t be open the day of our event and decided they weren’t going to open their doors until the following week. A friend from the group decided to stop over at Marges and their lights were in fact on. Francine made up outrageous lies, and left us with no choice but to cancel the entire birthday party. It completely devastated her. I will never recommend her...

I LOVE this place - Rochester’s local Key West-ish tiki bar!!! Perfect spot for drinks with friends & to see the sunset over the lake. We’ve been going here for a long time. Spring- Summer-Fall 😊 never been in the winter but it is open then too! The Rum Rita is my fav cocktail. It’s Their Secret Recipe - I try making it at home but never quite right. You can order food & have it delivered or get take out from the places near by. I have to say it’s been an adjustment these past few years, with the “assigned seating” now & the $5 cover charge (or more w/ entertainment) every day of the week?? It seems..? My friends & I love this place - was lucky enough to have the whole place practically to ourselves the day I retired - it was a Rainy day, we didn’t care - had...