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Experience the ultimate nightlife at **The Daily Refresher**, Rochester's premier **bar**, **cocktail bar**, **lounge**, and **night club**. Located at 293 Alexander St, Rochester, NY 14607, we offer a unique blend of craft cocktails, delicious pub fare, and an electric atmosphere that's perfect for any occasion. Whether you're looking to unwind after work, catch up with friends, or dance the night away, our **bar** and **lounge** areas provide the ideal setting. Our expert mixologists are always shaking things up with new and exciting cocktails, while our kitchen serves up tasty bites to keep you going all night long. Come for the drinks, stay for the fun - we can't wait to welcome you to **The Daily Refresher**!

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Mike Jones
Mike Jones -Google user
2 years ago
This was not what I was expecting but in a good way. I thought this would be a larger restaurant but it is very small and quaint. We got here early just after 5 and pulled 2 tables together. It took a little while to...Read More
$30–50Atmosphere: 5
Caitlyn Reinecker
Caitlyn Reinecker -Google user
6 years ago
A friend suggested I give this bar a try, saying it seemed like the ideal bar I was looking for - he was right! The decor is what I like to describe as upscale hipster - with eclectic furnishings and decor, dim lighting and a early...Read More
Karly H (Exploring the lakes!)
Karly H (Exploring the lakes!) -Google user
2 years ago
Best cocktails in Rochester. The atmosphere was so chill. You can actually hear your friends. Loved waitresses very helpful.
Derek Boris
Derek Boris -Google user
2 years ago
Very well crafted cocktails and a huge selection of liquor and beer. Chicken poppers and drinks were excellent. I will definitely be going back again next time I am in town.
Nathaniel Rosario
Nathaniel Rosario -Google user
4 years ago
Super friendly staff. Everything was clean and ready to go. When they ran out of ingredients to make a Cuban they had the wonderful idea to make loaded Cuban Fries for me. The beverages were delicious. Will definitely visit again.
Angelle Doherty
Angelle Doherty -Google user
3 years ago
Weve been here a few times, but finally took the cocktail class here through the Brainery and it was amazing! The owner was present and involved in the whole night! …
Don Wenzel
Don Wenzel -Google user
a year ago
My daughter and I took a short class on tequila cocktail making. It was fun and entertaining. We learned how to make 4 cocktails.
Marvel Fan Alliance
Marvel Fan Alliance -Google user
a month ago
Located right on Alexander St., this place has the atmosphere, drinks, and food that everyone is looking for. Recommend the shrimp tacos paired with a rum sour. Has outside patio area in the back and a second story deck for a little bit higher...Read More
$20–30Atmosphere: 5
Alara Travels
Alara Travels -Google user
10 months ago
Went with a few friends of mine for some apps and drinks. We got the garlic fries and spinach artichoke dip. Both were healthy portion sizes and very delicious! We also got the Autumnal spritz and a amaretto sour. They were both tasty but the...Read More
$50–100Atmosphere: 5Garlic Parsley FriesPlenty of parkingPaid parking lot, Free street parking, Paid street parking
Matthew Schudel
Matthew Schudel -Google user
a year ago
Incredible smoked wings. Best I've had. Atmosphere is phenomenal. They had a DJ Gary Lamar playing awesome music. I will definitely be bringing my wife! Great mixologists and drinks prices were very reasonable for a delicious cocktail.
$20–30Atmosphere: 5
Carla Achtyl
Carla Achtyl -Google user
11 months ago
Always a good time! We loved being able to sit upstairs and have our own couch for date night, even our own bartender!
Haley Ornt
Haley Ornt -Google user
6 months ago
These bourbon wings and garlic fries are so good that I want to write Mike into my will. The drinks are really good too.
$10–20Atmosphere: 5Loaded Fries
Shaili Patel
Shaili Patel -Google user
3 years ago
This place delivered through and through. The staff is great, friendly and knowledgeable. The bar tender, Paul, made us the most amazing bourbon cocktail (Staten Ryeland). We ordered garlic and parsley fries for munchies, and they were oh so flavorful. We will be returning for...Read More
K M
K M -Google user
7 years ago
This is a jewel of a place. Out of the city, in a residential neighborhood. It was quiet when we went there. The bartender was super friendly. Nothing was too much trouble. Hand made cocktails and great tap beers too. They have a food truck...Read More
John Boy716
John Boy716 -Google user
2 months ago
This place was great. Cool atmosphere, cou tless options for drinks, quality mixologist drinks. Our bartender was super friendly and attentive. Looking forward to coming here agaian on our next trip to Rochester. Thank you also for offering a First Responder discount!!
$20–30Atmosphere: 5Suitable for all group sizesNo waitBar area
Alex Bernich
Alex Bernich -Google user
a month ago
Great atmosphere and furniture. They had a special cocktail that was only $10 which I appreciated. Perfect to catch up with a friend or for a date night.
Atmosphere: 5
John Beebe
John Beebe -Google user
4 months ago
Charming space and charming people, high quality crafted cocktails and great bar food. The second floor is often reserved for private events, which can lead to limited seating, but the best seat is at the bar anyway!
$10–20Atmosphere: 5Quiet, easy to talkSuitable for all group sizesNo waitSomewhat recommendLarge vegetarian selectionSomewhat difficult to find parkingPaid parking lotPaid parking is a 2min walk from the front door, third party managed, but always has a space available.The building features a brick paved ramp with a gradual incline to an entrance above street level.
Sam
Sam -Google user
2 months ago
Chef Taylor makes the best chicken wings and other random goodies around. All of her colleagues are amazing and this is a fantastic, cozy establishment. Would rate 11/10.
Atmosphere: 5
Jeff Allen
Jeff Allen -Google user
2 months ago
Drinks were top notch. Mixology is present here! Service came with polite and engaging conversation. Can't wait to go back someday!
Chaz DeMor
Chaz DeMor -Google user
4 months ago
Javis & Andrew = G.O.A.T of their craft. The chicken shawarma is a new forever favorite of mine. But I’m not sleeping on …

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