Patron Saint

Patron Saint is a wonderful edition to the Rochester lineup of great restaurants. The decor, the food, the vibe, and the drinks were all great. We went here with friends to celebrate a birthday and we ordered several apps, entrees, desserts and cocktails. They were all great. A few of the cocktails were weird, but everything was really well done. We will definitely be back.

My wife and I went there to celebrate our anniversary and had one of the best experiences imaginable. The staff is welcoming and formative and you can tell that they care about what they're doing and they hold themselves to a very high standard. We ordered 2 drinks the escargo appetizer, I ordered the delmonico and my wife the filet minion, along with the roasted carrots and mushrooms as sides. For dessert we each had the red velvet cake. Everything brought to our table was cooked perfectly and at an excellent pace at no point did we feel rushed or did our table become overcrowded they asked us to order everything at 1 time so they could ensure proper pacing of the food which they did expertly. Both our steaks were cooked to a perfect medium rare and we're so well seasoned the sauces we ordered were not really needed I did however enjoy the chimichurri and the Demi glace but I would not recommend the steak sauce as it tastes mostly like a cocktail sauce. Overall they set a high expectation and they met it brilliantly. We have already talked about taking our extended family there for celebrations. Patron saint is an excellent addition to the Rochester fine dining scene and I cannot wait to see where this place goes in a few years.

My wife and I dined here for our anniversary last week on a Tuesday night. I made reservations for two through the Resy App the preceding Saturday which I'm glad I did. We parked in the Washington Street Garage for $7 and took the 5 minute walk over. We arrived about ten minutes early and our table was ready to go. The hostess wished us a Happy Anniversary as was noted in my Resy reservation which I thought was good attention to detail. The interior is very nice...modern and chic and not too stuffy. I looked around often and loved the green decor and unique touches of elegance. There were some business folk, some couples, a larger work party, and some people at the bar. Most everyone was dressed well, from suits to business casual+. Our server was excellent, knew the menu well, paid us good attention but was not overbearing. For drinks, i ordered the House Smoked Manhattan which was perfectly served and excellently mixed and the wife ordered "The Saint" which she enjoyed. We ordered bacon wrapped jumbo shrimp for an app and it was so good, the best shrimp I ever had. I'm telling the truth here. For entrees, I had the duck breast which was just average...maybe a bit above average, with a side of cheesy spinach which was a bit too cheesy and salty for me. The wife ordered the 6 oz. filet which she said was very good and just the right size for her. However, the show stopping plate of the meal was the heirloom carrots she ordered for her side. That was one of the best foods I've ever tasted! All in all we spent about $100+ each without the tip, including the one drink each, and I think that was maybe a tad overpriced for the food and experience compared to other places. That and the noise level being a little high, especially for a Tuesday night, is why I gave it 4 stars, but it's a fine addition to the Rochester dining scene. I would bring out of town co-workers if they wanted an expensive meal or would come again for a special occasion and order the carrots and shrimp again!

Phenomenal. From the hosts to the service to the food and kitchen staff and especially the manager Sohaib who spent a lot of time talking with everything was exceptional. Prices are more than fair for what you get. The best steakhouse in Rochester.

Cool atmosphere. Windows just outlook to an external wall, which isn’t great to look at. Service is fantastic. Food was exceptional. The utensils were terrible. Super thin handles made it very difficult to eat meat with and they were obviously selected for their design and not their function. Worst utensils I’ve ever seen in a restaurant. It was the only bad part of the experience. Deboning of the fish is done tableside. Great drinks. very attentive service. Valet. Loud. Some people were dressed in sport coats. Others had a backward cap on and a T-shirt. Never ceases to amaze me how bad some people‘s etiquette / class are at a nice place. Video of the fish being deboned attached. Pictures are of mushrooms, bacon wrapped shrimp, Brussels sprouts, smoked carrots, Dover sole and lamb. It was all delicious. Vineyard 29 cab was excellent but $30 a glass. Bottle in store is over a $100 so it was actually a good deal. 2 people with one app, 3 sides, 2 entrees, 2 drinks plus tax and tip is $290.

Beautiful downtown space with an elevated old school steakhouse vibe. Food was impeccable and the staff were well trained. Highly recommend for a memorable meal and a pleasant atmosphere.

The food was great, expensive but worth the money. The steak was cooked perfectly and the rest of the food was exceptional. Megan waited on us and she was great, very knowledgeable of the menu and all of her suggestions were spot on. It was the perfect place to celebrate my boyfriend’s birthday and they were super accommodating, we will definitely be back soon.

I was skeptical about going here just because I'm not the biggest fan of fine-dining restaurants sometimes they seem to just be hype. I will say though the burger I had there might have been the best burger I've ever had and the onion rings too! It was almost as though the onions were marinated before being battered. The service we received wasn't the best our waiter kept forgetting things which was rather frustrating. The decor is also aesthetically pleasing. The drinks were delicious as well. We were also unaware before coming but there is a parking lot under the restaurant and they validate the parking for it.

Patron Saint was an experience! The restaurant is stunning! Its designed well, and definitely photo worthy. The food stands up the to the pricing. The appetizers, the sides and the entrees, from onion rings to the steaks, every item on the menu was a win from everyone at our table. The cocktail menu is exciting, and the drinks are well balanced. Even the free bread (from amazing grains) is truly memorable. The brussels sprouts are a must try as is the soothsayer if youre having a cocktail. Make sure to order the crab cakes too! You really cant go wrong.

When you only get a select few days of re-exploring your hometown per year, ya gotta do it up big! Enter: Patron Saint. I've heard about this new(ish) spot from many a friend and family member, and was impressed by the level of service, style, menu, and cocktails. My girlfriend and I opted for girl dinner and drinks at the bar - this is the perfect place for such an evening. I went with a truly stellar, herbaceous cocktail with tequila to get things started. After some time, we ordered the chilled shrimp, wedge salad, and a side of fries. I really cannot recommend this course of action enough. While I look forward to going back for a proper seated dinner, I honestly would order every single one of these dishes again. I went on what the bar staff called "their quietest night since opening" and have to say, the vibes were still fun and vibrant. There's complimentary valet but I also found easy parking right out front. As someone who will always and forever go hard for ROC's food and beverage scene, it really makes me happy to see this kind of investment happening in the heart of downtown. As the center of the city continues to evolve and change, it's nice to have concrete examples to give the "downtown Rochester is dead" hater crowd. More of this! More of everything for Rochester! Thank you for the fab experience, PS.

Our server was great! She was very knowledgeable and personable. The ambiance was also really nice - very classy. There is a big fake tree in the middle of the restaurant that looks real (I had to ask our server if it was). The benches are all green velvet, which is very cool! Our food was good. My husband got a steak and said it was cooked perfectly. I got the risotto and it was good, but almost too rich. I would come here again for a special occasion.

We attended the RCR cocktail pairing dinner at Patron Saints and it was phenomenal. Once again, decor is just beautiful. Service was amazing, food was delicious, and whiskey cocktail pairings were top tier! Wonderful time indeed!

I went to Patron Saint for my birthday in December and left disappointed. I waited to write this review, but two months later, I still feel the same. Pros: - Beautiful ambiance--the tree and dark green velvet seating were nice touches. - Food was great. - Wine was good but pricey (cheapest bottle was around $75). Cons: Despite a 7:30 PM reservation booked a month in advance; we weren't seated until 8:20pm. Our appetizers arrived at 9:14 PM (timestamped from my pictures), and we didn't get our entrées until three hours into dinner. Meanwhile, friends at the bar (who arrived after us) had drinks and apps and finished before we even got our starters. Service was chaotic, likely because they prioritized a large private party. Given that SCN Hospitality owns this place, they should know how to staff properly, especially during the holidays. Even with comped apps and desserts, our bill for four people was over $300. The food was great, but the service was a disaster. I wouldn't return unless it's a weekday in the off-season--hopefully, they'll have things figured out by then.

We enjoyed a great meal at patron saint! Love the ambiance and the emerald green everywhere. Feels very trendy and modern. The waitstaff were helpful and very attentive, 5 stars to them! We enjoyed the escargot, a bone in ribeye, creamed spinach, carrots and potatoes gratin. Loved it all!

First time at this relatively new restaurant. Parking is easy, use the old midtown garage and get a parking voucher when you leave. Everything works well, the hostess was very accommodating and the wait staff was excellent. Our server made some great suggestions and was very attentive. The pace of the meal was great and the courses were very well timed. Cocktails were very well made and very elegantly served in antique glasses? The shrimp cocktail is massive and cooked to perfection. Our steaks were perfect as I was hoping for. We split a chopped salad which was a good idea since it was so big. The side dish of roasted carrots was unbelievable. Not sure how they get carrots to be that good! All portions were generous. I wanted to take pics of everything but I didn't. We will come back, definitely. Well done Patron Saint staff!

Upscale ambience, delicious cocktails and food hit the spot. MVPs of the night were the scallops appetizers and the salmon entree. Definitely recommend this place for date night, a celebration or just a fun night with friends.

Beautiful restaurant with good cocktails. However, the last thing we expected at this high end steak house was to have to send one of our steaks back due to it being overcooked. The manager apologized and offered a small plate on the house while we waited, which is nice but made the rest of the dinner awkward since some of us had our meal. The food was good but not exceptional (sides were creamed spinach and potatoes au gratin). We were really looking forward to this restaurant and it was a disappointment so not sure we would go back for dinner.

While looking for a place to have a celebratory dinner, I stumbled upon Patron Saint. A new steakhouse located in Downtown Rochester in the Tower 280 at Midtown complex. This upscale location was the perfect setting for this art-deco inspired steakhouse. Upon entering you are greeted by a warm, dim atmosphere with sumptuous greens and accents of brass. This theme continues throughout the entire restaurant with a truly cohesive design and beautiful tile work throughout. However, the ambience is just one part of the dining experience, so, how was the food? Well, to reduce the culinary aspects to one word would not do Patron Saint justice. The culinary team works magic in the kitchen to create rich flavors that exceed the standards of an upscale dining experience. The steak was cooked exactly as ordered, had a ton of marbled flavor without large fatty pieces, and was sealed in the perfect crust. The Mac and cheese used a modified radiatori noodle to create a texture to match the sharp flavors of the cheddar. The wedge salad was fresh and crisp, and had that classic flavor you expect. I will say, the culinary team is a little heavy handed on the aromatics, but not to a point that the food was bad. This is just something I wanted to note, despite the fact that no one in my party saw it as a negative. Amongst the eight of us dining that evening, I never heard a single complaint. Our waitress (Laura) was incredibly knowledgeable, kind, and accommodating. The entire experience is exactly what you expect from an upscale steakhouse where the ambiance, food, and service combine to create an unforgettable evening with delicious food.

This place is stunning. The ambience is really nice. The steak I ordered was cooked to perfection. The "puréed potatoes" (mashed) were yummy. Server was decently attentive throughout the night. The crispy potato looks cool but wasn't very good. It lacked flavor and tasted over cooked. We left about half of it because it just wasn't good. For the prices here that was a little disappointment. But overall would recommend this place and go back.

My husband and I had an amazing night at Patron Saint with friends. We got seated immediately and was greeted by a hostess with water and then our server to give us history of the restaurant and specials of the night. The food was amazing. We all got different cuts of beef, all wonderful. We got sides of brussell sprouts, mac n cheese and onion rings to share. We also shared a salad, scallop appetizer and crab cakes to start. Cocktails were creative and delicious as well. Our server was wonderful as well and did not feel rushed at all. I highly recommend for a special night out.

I'll have to try it again... I don't want to do a 2 because that would be harsh, but some features felt cheap compared to what is marketed online. This was obvious to our part of 3 immediately. (From Buffalo) Hostess, bartender(s), and server we got a last minute high table at were on it. Loves it. Back to the meh, immediately we peaked at the menu and were NOT impressed. We just popped over from Branca Midtown from dinner. I was anticipating better. Including the wine list. I'm not a very off the menu cocktail guy, typically I'll order classics, or give advanced parts to a bartender (lol). This was just not the place. Crowd was what I expected, but not overly trendy. Idk. I WILL come back to make this a four. Just felt very underwhelmed by the

The perfect, if pricey, fusion of excellent and meticulously prepared food, warm and engaging service, and gorgeous and elegant, if boisterous, ambiance. Went there for the first time with my wife on the recommendation of a good friend. This is a typical hot new restaurant, we could tell when we called for reservations that it was 'jumping' as the background noise was so loud we could barely make a reservation, which is absolutely mandatory. We had Wagyu strip steak, Dover sole, and risotto, which we split as a side. Everything is a la carte here. The Wagyu was well prepared and a nice portion size for the price. I got fancy and ordered black truffle shavings for the top, which added nothing to the meal except $10. I'm not a truffle guy I guess. My wife's Dover sole was exquisitely prepared, served table-side with surgical precision. Somehow this fish surgeon extracted the endoskeleton with such skill that my wife could enjoy freshly prepared whole fish (nice portion) minus any bones. We split the squash risotto, which was delicious, a symphony of ingredients. The overall palate of these dishes was sophisticated over spicy. Since my wife isn't a big fan of spicy, this suited her well. In the drinks department, we enjoyed a pleasant enough glass of rose and I sampled some Nc'nean single malt, which was delicious. Scotch lovers, beyond this treat, the single malt selection is quite banal; standard Macallan, Glenfiddich, a Benriach, and the aforementioned Mc'nean. If they're hiding other bottles, it's a mystery to me. Dessert, because we had to, was an airy slice of mousse cake with various accoutrements that was light and a delicious way to end what was really a wonderful meal. Ali, our server, was warm and engaging and extremely helpful, as was her assistant and everyone else who helped out (including our fish surgeon). The ambiance was sophisticated but boisterous. This is not a place for a quiet dinner. It is a place to get caught up in a swirl of happy energy while vicariously enjoying the pleasure others experience being here. Well done and we have a new downtown Rochester destination which is superior to our previous excuse to venture from the suburbs, the departed Morton's, which, on its best night, was not as good as Patron Saint. Finally, in all this praise, I would be remiss if I didn't mention that all this came at a substantial price, almost $300 with tip for dinner for two. That said, you get what you pay for.

Absolutely love the roasted carrots. The bartenders are all friendly and the space is very comfortable. There's free valet so no excuse not to go! Can't recommend Lexi and the Monday crew enough

First of all, let me say this restaurant is absolutely beautiful inside and the staff we encountered at the host/hostess desk were very pleasant. Myself and two girlfriends made a Vday reservation over a month in advance; we had been looking forward to checking them out since they opened. Although we ate somewhere else that night, we booked a table in the lounge intending on having drinks and dessert there after dinner. We arrived a couple mins early and were told our table would be ready soon, that they were essentially waiting for a table to leave. We stood around and were apologized to a couple times, but ultimately ended up waiting about 30 mins to finally be seated. Again, staff was nice and one of the ladies offered us a menu to look at while we waited. (Also there are only two little benches in the front area and while cute, they are hard and uncomfortable so that also made for a not so fun wait). I understand it was a holiday so it was a busy night, but I'm not sure if waiting that long for a reservation was a one-off for them or a sign of a system that needs some tweaking. Although we waited longer than we liked, we still decided to sit down and order. Only we never got the chance, because we sat at our table for about 10 mins and no one came over. I would think that after already waiting 30 mins to be seated there would be some small sense of urgency to serve us, but unfortunately that wasn't the case. At that point we decided to just leave - who knows how long it even took staff to realize we had left, because there was no one around the front of the restaurant when we walked out. Overall disappointed that we didn't get to experience a better side of this restaurant. I'm always leery of places full of trendy decor but lacking in service and customer experience. Will possibly try them again on a regular night.

New steakhouse in the heart of downtown Rochester. Beautiful decor with a very high end ambiance. Menu is excellent and offers a wide range of entrees, ditto their wine list.

Upscale restaurant with great ambiance food and drinks! Will definitely return again Patron Saint is a VIBE

The 30 day aged wagyu was really well prepared, added the bacon butter sauce. The oysters was also amazing. Good service and vibe.

Wonderful experience! Service was top notch, loved the interior. We started at the bar - service and drinks were great. Went to the dining room for dinner. For a starter we had the north country bacon & savory egg custard. For dinner we had the hasselback potatoes, smoked heirloom carrot, delmonico & filet. Everything was delicious, can't wait to come back!

The space is absolutely stunning, and the food was delicious. Also great service we called on Friday to see if we could get a table for sold out dinner service on Monday and we were accommodated. For a steakhouse the prices were really reasonable, but everything is all a la carte and you only get one sauce included with the steak (additional sauces are $3) which kind of stinks. Perfect spot for a special occasion though and I will definitely be back!

This restaurant literally made my girlfriend and I eat our words. I was expecting a subpar meal in a very cute restaurant, but I was pleasantly surprised! The food is even better than the ambiance. Obviously the monochrome velvet green going on here is very sleek! Although I had my back facing it, the tree is also a nice focal point. For an appetizer we had the crabcake, we joked about hoping that it didn't have bones in it (we had another local spot that had BONES in their crabcakes) however, these were delicious! They came with a sauce and pickled red onions which elevated the crabcake. It was big enough to share, tasty enough to finish yourself! For dinner I had a 6oz filet mignon that had a nice seared crust, with a hollandaise sauce and a side of their golden Yukon potato purée. My girlfriend had the honeynut squash risotto. I'm really particular about texture and I have to say I really enjoyed this dish! For drinks we had the Queens Cup that had everyone watching it be constructed. We also tried The Show Pony and House Old Fashion. I definitely recommend checking this place out. I went on a Tuesday night, for my 27th birthday- which happened to be on Mardi Gras, it was pretty busy, but we had people coming to our table checking in pretty frequently. We stayed a full two hours!

10/10! Rochester desperately needed a killer steakhouse. The service, Laura & Alyssa were incredible. Between the Waygu, Escargot, Bone marrow, all amazing.

Amazing! Food was great! Waitress was awesome. Atmosphere was excellent. Overall I'll be visiting again soon.

The atmosphere and drinks were great, and the bartender was good. However, the food quality was just okay; the steak is better at Black n Blue, and the prices at Saint are overpriced. We were seated in the bar area, which was extremely loud. I tried it once, felt like I was donating money, and I won't be back--maybe just for a drink!

The real Chef must have been off today. The pork chops were actually cooked perfectly, but the big miss was the sauce. I had an allergy and was told all of the pre-made sauces contain onion. A chef would have whipped up a chimichurri sauce in a minute or two. Took my chops home and made my own chimichurri sauce.

**Never Again! Hair in Food and Horrible Customer Service** ‍ If you're looking for a dining experience that leaves you with a bad taste in your mouth - and a hair or two - then look no further than Patron Saint. My recent visit was nothing short of a culinary and overall nightmare. We visited the restaurant with high hopes for a delightful dining experience, but what we encountered was appalling. ***My elderly Aunt fell on the walk way into the Resturant**** The floor was very wet and I was sliding around and almost fell a few times on my way to the table. Our appetizers arrived with a disgusting surprise--**a strand of hair right in the middle of the oxtail croquettes**. This is completely unacceptable for any establishment, let alone one that claims to be a top-tier steakhouse. The server was pleasant at first but once we notified him that we had hair in our food, he avoided us like the plague the rest of the night. To be fair, he notified the GM, Alyssa (Alissa?, not sure), and she came over to our table to apologize and offered free desserts. The food was ok but in no way justified the price, which was over $100 per person. Honorable mentions include the carrots, spinach, and bone marrow. When the meal concludes, the bill arrived. They took off the oxtail croquettes and provide desserts. This is not nearly enough for finding hair in our food as you can imagine. I asked the GM, Alyssa, to also take the drinks off the bill and she refused. This made the situation even worse because there was a **lack of adequate remedy**. This left us feeling unheard and disrespected. Valet was a complete nightmare. It is 10 degrees outside and it took way too long for the valet team to retrieve our cars. It appeared that only 1 person was working so we were standing outside for a while in extremely cold weather. We visited Patron Saint for my dad's birthday. I have been all over the world and had the privilege of have some special experiences. This by far is the worst. We were very disappointed in our experience and I would NEVER go to Patron Saint again. Save your money and your stomach--**find another place to enjoy a meal**.

From the bar to the wait staff to the ambiance....this is the new place to go. Nicely decorated, more of a private seating area than other steakhouses in Rochester. Steak, sole and PS burger were excellent, and the crème brûlée, cappuccino and latte were made decaf as per request. Two helpings of Parker rolls, warm from the oven included(take note Redd Wood!) and for sides we had smoked carrots, potatoes augratin and asparagus. The salads were large enough to share. Perfect for a special occasion, or just when you want a decent meal.

Very disappointing experience! Wait staff was wonderful and accommodating. Shrimp cocktail was good, wedge salad was good... the steak was definitely nothing special. Nothing I couldn't have gotten at a diner, and we paid a $10 up charge for the truffles that had zero taste! Baked potato was awful! Over baked, tough, I was barely able to cut through it and it was dried out. I was super excited to try this place for a date night, and would not return!

My wife and I tried this restaurant for a date night after receiving a recommendation from a friend. The restaurant itself is beautiful. Half of the restaurant is a full bar with a handful of low seats. Definitely make a reservation ahead of time. We liked the convenience of having a waiter come around to take our drink and food orders. The menu itself looked delectable and right up our alley. I'm hoping we just came on an off night, but we walked away slightly disappointed in our meals. We started with oysters and beef tartar. The oysters were delicious. The beef tartar was beautifully presented and the flavor itself was great. but the tartar was served in large chunks of which the tendon was still on and not fully cut off. It was chewy and we found ourselves pulling the tendon out of our teeth, so we ended up sending it back after a few bites. We were also recommended the tagliatelle with shaved truffles. Had the dish not been overly salted, it would've been delicious. We also split the burger, which we both loved. Ended our evening ordering the red velvet with coconut cake for dessert. The cake itself is delicious, but be forewarned, this is for coconut lovers as the flavor is strong! Overall, there are other spots in Rochester my wife and I would prefer to go back to, but would give Patron Saint another shot in the future.

The food, service and cocktails were excellent. We were greeted nicely as we entered and seated promptly. We booked the reservation a month in advance and despite the numerous empty tables in the main dining room, we were seated in a back room with two very large parties that were so loud we could not have a conversation. We were very disappointed with the ambiance.

Great experience, beginning to end! Will take advantage of the valet parking next visit, See u again soon