Bad Apples Bistro

Nice place and inviting atmosphere. Music in the background was pleasant. I had salmon and my partner had poblano stuffed peppers. I appreciated the experimental flavor combination and ingredients -I would have never imagine combining salmon with beans- but it was actually good. I also tried the crème brûlée and didn’t disappoint. The only small issues: the potato salad had too much mayonnaise, but that’s just me. And we waited some time to be seated even though the place seemed pretty empty. Other than that it was pretty good.

If you are considering Bad Apples, stop and make a reservation now! You will not be disappointed. The food and service are amazing. This place equals or even exceeds downtown high end dining. The lamb shank is a must have. The Mac n cheese with fries chicken is incredible.

My girlfriend and I did not have a reservation when we visited. You should probably make one before you come they get extremely busy. Food was great, we got the muscles for the appetizer. I got the spring salmon, my girlfriend got the cranberry Burger food was great. Service was great, five stars all around!

I had promised myself that I would have dinner here after a really long day at work. When I arrived the chef/owner was actually cleaning up to close early because the night had been so quiet. He could have easily sent me on my way but instead he graciously sat me down. Let me order dinner. I ordered a risotto with beautiful scallops. Having worked in restaurants in the past, I know that it is a pain when somebody comes in as you're cleaning up to go. The fact that they were closing early doesn't change the fact that they could have sent me away. Instead, I got gracious and pleasant service along with a very nicely prepared meal. Highly recommend.

Hands down one of my favorite restaurants on Earth. The food is phenomenal - always delicious; the service is superb - always friendly & attentive; and the ambiance is wonderful - always warm & inviting. This is the true hidden gem of Rochester and Spencerport is so lucky to have such a wonderful establishment right in town!

This is one of our favorite restaurants and our go to any time we want to go out for a great meal with or without the kids. The food is always amazing, the seasonal menu keeps it interesting and we love going back to try as much of it as we can before a new menu comes out. The staff is always very professional and friendly and the chef is incredible! We bring family and friends here often and cannot recommend it enough!

Great restaurant! Nice and cozy with great food! It’s easy to see that the chef really cares about this place and its clientele. The food is amazing, seasoned and cooked just right! I’ve ordered take out and eaten in and had a pleasure every time. Will continue coming back.

Spencerport is so lucky to have this awesome Bistro in our lovely town. I have eaten there many times and have gotten orders to go. I love the change of the season menu and have never ordered anything I didn't enjoy. The chef is very talented, creative and a perfectionist. His staff is always friendly. I always look forward to trying something new and have never been disappointed in my choice.

This is a very small, one room restaurant in Spencerport, but is a humble fine dining experience. The food is of the best quality in the Rochester area. This a great date night spot. The service was professional and attentive without being overbearing. Each dish was presented beautifully and had the taste to match. I was pleased to see some dishes that are hard to come by in the area like lamb, various fish, and mussels. I would definitely recommend. Bathroom is accessible and spacious but there are two doors that lead to the single restroom which sits in a tight enclave, which seemed like it may be a challenge for a wheelchair user.

Delicious meals and kind, attentive staff. Menu changes seasonally. Busy, small place so reservations are helpful. Outdoor seating Love the small, quaint setting. Enjoy going there with friends.

Amazing food. Amazing service. We'd have gone back again but they were closed for team building and training! Sounds like a special team and vibe!

Went for lunch today and was pleasantly surprised. The food was amazing! I had the fish fry, others had chicken, burger, shrimp dishes, and all were delicious. We had fries and sweet potato fries-yummy!! Our server was attentive but more than that, she was so knowledgeable!!! Cute little space - a little simple elegance - unexpected surprise.

We had lunch gathering of six. We were greeted & seated promptly, the restaurant was clean, and our server (Liana) was very attentive and helpful in her outlining good options on the menu & specials. The wide variety of selections were good, and service was excellent. At end of lunch, we realized we forgot to ask for separate checks... no problem! I would definitely recommend the Bad Apple Bistro, although it is kind of "hidden" in the mall,

We had Montreal Steak tips and a Shrimp Tostone appetizer. Once again, you just can't beat Bad Apple Bistro. Chris is an amazing chef!

We went to Bad Apple Bistro 10/4/2024 and we were amazed at how great the service, food and classy ambiance was. We will definitely be back. If you have not been there you are truly missing out! Our new favorite place!

We stopped here for dinner. The hostess was very friendly. The waitress was extremely attentive. Very cute atmosphere with a seasonal menu. After we were seated we were promptly brought waters. The waitress took our drink orders. Then brought us complimentary foccaccia bread with three toppings. the bread was very soft and was delicious. Depending on the type of dip used it changed the flavor profile. It was so good we asked for another few pieces. We opted for the aracini for appetizer. It was delicious. It was filled with cheese and prosciutto. It was the perfect start to dinner. My husband ordered the fish fry. He loved the sweet potato fries and he doesn't usually like them. They were excellent and converted my husband to like sweet potatoes. I ordered the tomato bisque Mac and cheese, somehow I blurted the photo and a side of jazz fries. The penne was cooked perfectly and the sauce was amazing. The fries are very good, crispy and perfectly seasoned. We were way too full to try dessert.

Stopped for lunch on a cold day...we opted for French onion soup and desserts. Soup was delicious..hearty thyme flavor. Dessert was a warm apple crostata served with ice cream. They must have been out of the ice cream listed on the menu so subbed a vanilla chocolate chip which was a bit odd. Service was great; waitress was very personal and attentive. Tables are nice spaced.

Fast service. Very clean. fresh seafood. A little small inside, would go back in the summer to sit outside. Lava cake was not lava like. But over all apps and mains and service was fantastic!

The food was absolutely amazing. The staff was super friendly and the restaurant was perfect size for dinner. It was not crowded at all and it felt very welcoming. I definitely definitely recommend this place for anybody. Who's looking for a nice dinner especially a date. The wine was amazing as well 10 out of 10 will eat again.

This place was amazing. From the friendly service, to the fun atmosphere, all the way to the food. Small menu with some great choices. The pineapple pork belly was so delicious!!!

It's been over 5 years since my original review, and at least a couple years since I've sat down for dinner here, so it was a pleasure to sit down there last night and simply nod my head at whatever specials Chef Chris had concocted on a ho-hum typical Thursday. I did grab a couple of great lunches since then, because I worked at the Urgent Care right next door. Lunch and/or takeout is nice and all, but I don't even feel like commenting on it. In my opinion this food deserves your seated attention, if not purely for the sake of taking in the presentation. Bad Apple's isn't new anymore. It's not a local curiosity. There is no more "Have you tried that new place?" for them. It's clearly become a staple by this point. There's regular clientele, there's established reputation, and the food has done most of the talking. However, I felt like posting an update to tip my cap to the overall business, because the food is clearly a known. Shout out to the staff that is employed here under Chef Chris. While Bad Apple's does maintain a more casual bistro setting, your meal is tended to by servers who are as sharp as those you'd find at a more formal fine dining setting. My original review harped on the word "care", and maintaining a proper staff is another important aspect of that word. They're trained well, they know what they're talking about, and they're fully on board with what that place aims to be. While I wasn't there on the busiest night, I watched Bad Apple's Bistro function seamlessly with (I'm about 95% sure) only 3 people working the floor. Other restaurants would either not function as well, or would staff a higher number of less-capable people. Not here. They're running a tight ship even when it's not super busy, because that helps maximize results. It's also great practice -- they're never lax and always ready to kick into gear if it does get busy. Everything is sharp and efficient, and that's undoubtedly a key part of the success. Good hiring, good training... CARE is put into this. They make everything look super easy (I'm sure it's not), and a lot of it is because it's the right people doing the right jobs in the right way. So tip them well! All of the diligence in their work is how this place manages to exist in this form, and without a bunch of wasted overhead. Last tip I wanted to throw out there: If you're a type of person who's looking for this type of dining experience (seasonal rotation, specials popping up on a daily basis sometimes, always something new, trusting the chef's whim)... then follow them on social media. A lot of independent restaurants benefit from social media, but I would go as far as to say that it's an important part of the Bad Apple's experience. He might whip something up that is so unique or appealing or intriguing that it could change your whole plans for the week. Example: Purple soup? And it's BACON purple soup? I'm no slouch in the kitchen, but I am NOT gonna be making purple bacon soup at home... but you can bet that I wanna see it and taste it just for the experience! That's what this place is all about, and social media is the best way to know about it during the short duration that some of these dishes may run. Things like that can pop up in your timeline on a Tuesday, and you'll be penciling in a nice dinner out on Wednesday. Why? FOR THE EXPERIENCE!

Usually I love Bad Apples Bistro when dining in, however I cannot vouch for their takeout fish fry on Friday nights. The (cod) fish was burnt into the styrofoam container. The sweet potato fries were soggy, and the very small portion of "coleslaw" was some type of peppery onion and apple mixture. I really wish the chef would revamp this dish! On the other hand, they used to have monthly food and wine pairing dinners that were fun!

Bad Apple's is a pleasant surprise in Spencerport - elevated American cuisine found in a random strip mall next to a McDonald's. Random but true. The restaurant is a favorite of many of my coworkers who live on the West side, where "fine dining" is sparse and driving into the city is a chore. It seems like a family owned restaurant with a close-knit customer base. People seem like regulars and that speaks well for the restaurant. The physical space is small, but they do make it feel cozy and also have some tables outside when the weather is nice. The menu changes, but everything i've tasted has been decent. I'd say the food is still a notch below the top restaurants in Rochester (especially in plating presentation & execution), but still pretty commendable. Things i've tried include: Beet & Apple Salad, Mango Glazed Chicken, Black Squid Ink Pasta and the steak. The portions are generous, the service is friendly and the pricing is fair. Overall, a good upscale restaurant out on the West-side of Rochester!

The food is ALWAYS amazing!! What a treasure to have in Spencerport. Casual setting with excellent food every time. This a restaurant worth driving to!! Our meals have always exceeded our expectations. Thank you

Very good service, well executed dishes. Would definitely recommend. Very accommodating with kids also.

This is the best restaurant in the area. The food is amazing and I've never had a lunch or dinner that wasn't excellent. Tonight I had the salmon with maple bourbon glaze over a sweet potato and apple with carmelized onions hash. The salmon was perfectly cooked to medium rare so it was tender, juicy, and flavorful! We had the brie crostini appetizer and I had the lovely chocolate lava cake with vanilla bean ice cream shown in the picture. Bad Apples Bistro has never let me down when I'm looking for amazing food!

This was a bad experience not worth the money spent. The first thing was the loud music we did not like. It was played outside and inside. We could hear it when we got out of the car and then inside while we were eating. There were no salt and pepper shakers on the table. My cheeseburger was ordered medium and came out almost well done. It was too lean and not juicy. It was barely warm also. The other people with me weren't crazy about the place either. The waitress looked bout 17 and did not know anything about the food or menu. It is a small place giving a boxed in feeling. The cheeseburger was $17 and not worth the money. We won't go back. You have been warned.

This place is a best kept secret. Absolutely delicious food. I highly recommend checking this place out.

We get fish fry's several times a month there and are always happy with the service and the food. The restaurant is very cute and cozy.

This place is such a hidden gem in Spencerport. I love how the menu changes with the season so there's always something new and fresh. Their Brie burger is hands down the best burger I've ever had in my entire life. The service is always good.

Amazing cuisine!!excellent service!! awesome atmosphere not terribly expensive. I would totally recommend this place in Spencerport Ny

First time here and boy was I shocked. Don't let the menu fool you into thinking this is a normal little bistro that serves soup and panini sandwiches. My husband is a huge foodie and appreciates great food. He said he could go here once a week and that's saying a lot for him. He got the duck with the root vegetables and couldn't stop raving about it even the next day. I had the bistro burger with onion and apple jam (?) and French fries that were amazing. We will definitely be back. Love that they have seasonal menus. Please go and support this small business.

This is a very small but bustling bistro. We came in without a reservation (we have a bad habit of deciding we want to go out last minute) and lucked out that they had had a no-show. The women on staff were all incredibly kind and managed the busy crowd with ease. If they haven't worked together for years, I'd be surprised. I ordered the filet with a side salad to start, and the others in my party ordered the surf and turf special, one with a lobster bisque. Everything was prepared perfectly and was wonderful. The wait for food was a bit longer than expected, but it was a Saturday night, a large dinner crowd, and they ran low on mashed potatoes. And I had a well poured glass of wine to work on, so the time helped. :) The chef sent our server back to note that they were running low and rather than short us, the chef would be giving us risotto. I don't love risotto so I asked for frites, and was very happy with what came out. The others got the risotto and raved about it, so both were great replacements. I liked that they had an answer for the mashed potatoes and gave a choice rather than expecting us to come up with an alternative. A nice spot overall for dinner, though a little hidden between an urgent care and a nail salon, and behind a McDonald's. Check it out if you're in the area.

This was my first time here. We stopped for lunch and it wasn't crazy busy (on a Friday afternoon). Small little bistro with outside seating (but too cold for us that day). One waitress working but she handled the crowd with ease! Very friendly and attentive. The menu is fairly limited but you can definitely find something you'd like! I had the avocado chicken sandwich: breaded chicken with back, gouda and avocado salsa. I wasn't a fan of the salsa (asked for it on the side) but only because it has onions in it and I don't like onions! My girls had the spinach/artichoke burger: burger with a cream cheese/parmesan/spinach artichoke spread. They loved it. Would definitely recommend for a nice lunch.

Such a perfect, quaint place for lunch and/or dinner. One of my favorite things about Bad Apples is that the Owner/Chef constantly changes the menu relative to the season. Bad Apples still always has their staple items of course! The french onion soup is the best I've ever had. You will not be disappointed if you chose to visit this establishment - which I hope you will!

Delicious, creative seasonal dishes with excellent service and reasonable prices! I had the grilled swordfish in mole sauce over pumpkin risotto with brussels sprouts. I would definitely recommend this!

We have ordered takeout every week since March with the exception of a couple weeks. Chief Chris does the best he can considering he has to present his wonderful food in a to go box. Today we were able to take advantage of the weather and enjoy outside seating. Can't wait till all is back to normal. Bad Apples Bistro is the gem of the west side!!! Thank you to all the staff.

During an 80 degree week in Rochester you have to take advantage of it and eat outside. We decided to go to Bad Apple's Bistro as it is around the corner from us and we know they have a small outdoor section. The menu seemed a bit heavy for almost the end of May. Given that, we shared two appetizers and each had a salad. It was ok. I wanted to love it but this time around I have to stick with just ok. I am stuck with the feeling that they want to be a downtown restaurant and charge accordingly. I don't mind paying to be wowed but I don't care to pay top price for ok.

Stopped in for lunch. Had chicken with pea pesto with garlic rosemary fries. Also fish fry with sweet potato fries. The waitress was so nice. The food was delicious! We had the crème brûlée for dessert omg so good!! I would recommend this place and I definitely plan on going back and try dinner. Very clean and neat. The bathroom was also very clean.

Bad Apple's NEVER disappoints!! Their fall menu is amazing! The Elk Stew melts in your mouth. The Venison Meatloaf, OMG!! And the Harvest Chicken, MUAH!

My husband and I love this place. We have cozy dinners here, holiday dinners as well as our rehearsal dinner for our wedding. Always excellent and friendly service. The menu changes quarterly. The chef has such an artistic way to combine flavors. The food is always delicious. This restaurant is worth visiting!

Absolutely delicious! The Artichoke Parmesan soup was a meal all by itself. It was intensely cheesey which I loved. It was so think and cheesey it could have been served with chips. Salad was also very good. The salad could have used just a little more flavor with maybe some nuts to round out the flavor. The food was delicious. Staff was prompt. Prices were a bit steep for lunch. 2 soups, 2 salads, 2 drinks were $46

First time here and I have to say that I was not impressed, rather I was blown away! The flavors were spot on, the menu selections were fantastic and the service from Michelle was great. Had no idea this place existed but by years end I'll be able to find it with my eyes closed. Impressed!

Was looking for a place to go with friends. Used yelp and saw this place had over 100 reviews and 4.5 stars. Well it was a 5 for me, food and service were way above expectations. Fish fry and crab cakes plus the complementary app from the chef were all spectacular. Will tell everyone about it.

This restaurant is top-notch... a hidden gem on the west side. Perfect choice for outside fine dining during pandemic especially if you are looking for a fabulous meal! The food is fresh and delicious, and the waitstaff are very nice and attentive. The menu is not huge but has many great choices (some seasonal) with additional special of the day. Enjoyed wine list, too. Loved the chicken with ginger/mango glaze and husband said filet of beef tenderloin was cooked perfectly. Will definitely return!

I completely agree with Jesse K review - amazing cuisine and excellent service! We live on the other side of the county which is why last night was my husband's and my first visit to the Bistro (with friends who are regulars). Husband's salmon was done to perfection and the bolognese I had was the one you dream about. Even the table bread of the day (sun dried tomato) was delicious. Fantastic service and great wine choices. Highly highly recommend.

Came in with some friends, we were seated promptly. Beautiful atmosphere, warm. Tables are nicely spaced. Plenty to choose from on the menu. The place is clean and owners are on site - which is what I look for all the time. Food came up hot and fast. Can't wait to go back.

We have been going to this restaurant since it first opened and have always loved the food. While it continues to be good, the ambiance was lacking with the chef yelling "order up" in the kitchen that ricocheted around the dining room. At times we could also hear him yelling at his staff. Unfortunately, that detracted from the experience. While the service was good (our waitress was working very hard taking care of a lot of tables) we left thinking it is likely our last time eating there.

Amazing food & great service!. Excellent chef, clean place, great servers! Just a great place to bring family & friends to.

I love the atmosphere of this place. The bread and dip served was to die for. I don't know why they only gave us 3 pieces of bread, however if you needed more they were came right out with more bread and dip. The salad and the French onion soup was the best I have ever had anywhere ever. The fries were good but definitely from McDonald's next door. Everything is well spaced and classy. I love the music. Scallops are amazing. Get ready to be excited for desert!!! We went at lunch and planned to come back for dinner!!! The waitress was perfect, anything I needed she was paying attention and ready to fetch our every need. I love this place!

Pretty legit for a little local place. They start you with complimentary roasted apple garlic puree/butter, balsamic n oil, and rosemary butter served with sun dried tomato bread. Each of them was really delicious! The french onion soup was flavorful, cheesy and piping hot. I was not terribly thrilled with the seafood. The mussels were in a great broth but a good hearty handful of them didn't open. I took it to go, having been stuffed from the other items so I couldn't call it to the attention of anyone. The fried calamari was flavorful but soaked up some oil and when paired with the aioli it was surprisingly heavy. That being said, I ate the whole darn thing and if properly shared the effect may not be the same. I certainly wouldn't shy away from coming here again. The wait staff were attentive and friendly.

This place took me by surprise. I did a quick search for dining options in Spencerport, this and another came up highly rated. I always get nervous when there's literally only a couple of options for fine dining since that could dictate a restaurant's high reviews. But this one definitely deserves the stellar reviews. We made reservations for 6:30pm. We arrived a bit early around 6:10pm and were immediately seated. Walking in we passed their front outdoor seating area. What a nice little metal-fenced in area. If it weren't for the sun/heat, I would have loved to dine outdoors. Starting off with a couple of appetizers, we first ordered the Arancini. I've had these many times, and I don't recall having ones this large. Despite the size, these were great! Some bites had a stronger black pepper taste, but overall these fried risotto croquettes stuffed with prosciutto were very tasty. We also put in an order for Crab Cakes, which I will typically order at any restaurant since I love crab cakes. These were just okay in my opinion. These were very standard, and didn't blow me away. These came off as if they were warmed in the oven, then put in a heating unit waiting to be served. It says on the menu they're "fried" but I didn't get any indicator that they were. I was hoping for a nice sear on each side to give it a nice crunch, but it was just soft throughout. The actual size of these crab cakes were a bit disappointing as well. Onto the mains, I opted in for the Rum Swordfish. This was a perfectly cooked piece of fish, and moist in the middle. Topped with a pineapple salsa and served over coconut rice which gave it a tropical theme. A great looking dish, and all the flavours worked very well together. A great recommendation from Diana (Dy-Ona). My girlfriend ordered the Steak Caprese. Now this was a beautiful dish. A perfectly cooked steak topped with fresh mozzarella, tomatoes and a pesto-like sauce. The steak itself was perfectly seasoned, juicy, and one of the best steaks I've had anywhere. It came with fries, and to my delight these were seasoned nicely and crispy throughout the entire meal. We ended with a couple desserts. I got the crème brulee which didn't have a specific flavor, it was just a standard crème brulee which was excellent. The girlfriend got the Lava Cake with Ice Cream on top which looked fantastic. Overall, this tiny 8 - 10 table cozy restaurant does offer something special. I do want to thank Diana for being such a great server. For a busy restaurant, she kept her composure, was alert, and really was on top of her game. We will be back very shortly.

Love everything about it. Food prepared and presented beautifully. Staff is very friendly. Very upbeat atmosphere

Good atmosphere. Waitress was attentive, but I had to ask for ketchup and S&P. Ordered the Salmon BLT. Salmon was cooked correctly, but was dry. Perhaps the bread soaked up the juice. I don't know. The sandwich sauce seemed overly sweet for my taste. Fries were delicious.

When going to a doctor's appointment, we stopped in to grab a lunch. We were delightfully surprised by this bistro. It reminded us of the quaint, out of the way, restaurants in Manhattan. The food was delicious! Obviously, the price is higher than what you would pay for diner or fast food, but the food and atmosphere are well worth it.

Got this via grub hub- mussels were excellent ! Steaming and excellent white wine sauce- wow The salmon was also WOW the pasta bernaise was meh. Overall, I would definitely order again - fast and hot and good

Best Chef this side of town! We have been many times to this amazing little gem and they never disappoint! The Chef creatively changes the menu seasonally and comes up with fantas combinations. We'll be back again and again!