O'Connors

Do you feel like going somewhere different and special for dinner?  Then I know exactly where you should go!  O’Connors Public House located right in the center of Downtown Rochester.  It is the largest authentic Irish Pub in North America and it is designed and decorated to tell you the rich history of Ireland.  The floor in the main bar area is more than 140 years old, and the stone wall that separates the bar from the dining room was once an exterior wall giving a very rustic feel.  My personal favorite part of the restaurant  is the beautiful stain glass and wrought iron that came from crumbling churches all over Ireland. Each stained glass is very unique and different from one another.  The elaborate interior of the restaurant really allows you to experience some of the Irish culture. Also, when you walk in, you immediately notice the joyful Irish music playing, and as you eat there you truly feel like you are in Ireland. Once we got there, we were greeted by the friendly staff and seated rather quickly. The people working there were clearly Irish. You could tell by their red hair, and some even had accents. I went there around lunch time, so I ordered the Piedmontese Burger which is made with northern Italian cattle beef which has less cholesterol and fat than chicken. So, if you are  looking for a burger but still want to stay healthy, than this would be a great choice! It is one half pound topped with shredded lettuce, tomato, onion, and secret sauce. It was the most delicious burger that I have ever tasted in my life hands down. It is so flavorful that its not even necessary to add anything else to it. The fries that I ordered were also amazing. They were very fresh and crispy. Other popular items on the menu are stakes, and fresh fish. And of course, they also have a drink menu that consisted of aged Irish wine. Their menu is is surprisingly affordable, the highest price would be around $11.00. Something really cool about O’Connors is that it provides a lively and exciting atmosphere because there is something going on almost every night, so you don’t have to worry about getting bored. On Mondays, it is trivia night, Wednesdays there is live music, Thursdays there are acoustic artists, Fridays there is live music, Saturdays, there is also live music, and Sundays there is a jazz brunch, (which I hear is amazing) and in the evening there is a live Irish session. Their hours during the week are 11:00-2:00 AM On Sunday, they are open from 10:30-2:AM. There is no other place like O’Connors and I am sure you won’t be disappointed. I had a great time there and I can’t wait until I go back. Give it a try,I strongly recommend it to anyone!