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Char Steak & Lounge, Rochester, NY

Char Steak & Lounge

4.5
4.5
1481 Reviews
$50 and over
Steakhouse

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 14 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Fancy
  • Charming
Nestled in the heart of the Neighborhood Of The Arts, Char Steak & Lounge is located in the newly renovated Strathallan, A DoubleTree by Hilton. A blend of quintessential steakhouse with an opulent, hip ambiance celebrating local artists, Char has something for everyone.
With refined and approachable service, the menus offer breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Featuring our wood-fired grilled steaks to homemade pastas, fresh seafood, and masterfully in-house crafted desserts.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, Contemporary American, Wine Bar
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Mon–Fri 6:00 am–10:00 am Sat, Sun 7:00 am–11:00 am Lunch Daily 12:00 pm–2:00 pm Bar Daily 5:00 pm–12:00 am Dinner Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (585) 241-7100
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Chef Corey Rivers
  • Private party facilities
    3 Private Spaces:East Ave Boardroom 18 guests Char Conference 10 GuestsChar Gallery 30 guestsAll with full AV capabilities
  • Neighbourhood
    Rochester
  • Cross Street
    East Avenue/Strathallan Park
  • Parking details
    The hotel boasts 120 parking spaces, along with plenty of on-street parking.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Prisoner Wine Co Dinner

    US$200.00 per person

    Dec 3, 2024 only
    The first Vintage of The Prisoner was released over 2 decades ago. Since then PWC has grown to include a range of rule-bending blends with provocative label designs, being recognized by fans and wine critics alike as one of the most bold and innovative wine brands in the market. Join us for the very special occasion that Todd Ricard Director of Winemaking is in attendance to talk about the wines. and the release of a new wine! Prisoner Unshackled Sparkling Rose Prisoner Unshackled Sauvignon Blanc Prisoner Chardonnay Prisoner Pinot Noir Prisoner Red Blend & Cabernet Sauvignon NEW RELEASE SURPRISE WINE Credit card is just to grantee the reservation, payment plus tax and gratuity will be collected on site after dinner.
    Prisoner Wine Co Dinner photo
  • Shell x Char Collab Dinner

    US$300.00 per person

    Dec 19, 2024 - Dec 21, 2024
    Shell Restaurant & Char Steak & Lounge Chef Cruz Nieves is the founder and executive chef behind Shell. With nearly 20 years of industry experience, Nieves' culinary journey has taken him through prestigious kitchens such as Del Posto and Gabriel Kreuther in New York, NY, as well as Rella and Snug Harbor in Rochester, NY. Experience Chef Cruz working hand-in-hand with the Char Culinary & Beverage Team to deliver a pairing dinner you simply cannot miss. 7+ Courses each will be paired with wines. Gather at Hattie's at 6pm and Dinner will commence at 6:30pm in the City View Ballroom. Dinner will conclude around 9pm and after dinner drinks will be available in Hattie's. Payment Plus Tax and Gratuity will be collected after dinner.
    Shell x Char Collab Dinner photo
  • New Years Eve 2025

    US$125.00 per person

    Dec 31, 2024 only
    3 Course Prix-Fixe Menu Champagne Toast Chef Created Amuse Bouche Appetizer: Choice of 1 ** Optional Supplemental Course ** Caviar or Truffle Entrée: Choice of 1 Dessert: Choice of 1 Prix-Fixe Menu $125pp Optional Wine Pairing $50pp
    New Years Eve 2025 photo

What 1,481 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 3.9Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Finger Lakes

    Best Service

  • Finger Lakes

    Innovative

  • Finger Lakes

    Good for groups

  • Finger Lakes

    Hot spot

  • Finger Lakes

    Neighbourhood gem

  • Finger Lakes

    Great for fine wines

  • Finger Lakes

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Finger Lakes

    Romantic

  • Finger Lakes

    Good for special occasions

  • Finger Lakes

    Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Char Steak & Lounge offers a memorable fine dining experience with "excellent food" and "fantastic service." Guests rave about the perfectly cooked steaks and extensive wine list. The atmosphere, especially the upstairs bar, is "awesome." While some dishes occasionally miss the mark, the overall experience is highly praised.

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FAQs

Char Steak & Lounge is rated 4.5 stars by 1481 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 14 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Char Steak & Lounge

550 East Avenue, Rochester, NY 14607

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    East Avenue/Strathallan Park
  • Neighbourhood
    Rochester
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Mon–Fri 6:00 am–10:00 am Sat, Sun 7:00 am–11:00 am Lunch Daily 12:00 pm–2:00 pm Bar Daily 5:00 pm–12:00 am Dinner Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, Contemporary American, Wine Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    The hotel boasts 120 parking spaces, along with plenty of on-street parking.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Chef Corey Rivers
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (585) 241-7100
  • Private party facilities
    3 Private Spaces:East Ave Boardroom 18 guests Char Conference 10 GuestsChar Gallery 30 guestsAll with full AV capabilities
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