Tony D's

Love this place. Never disappoints and last night was another example. Great food, amazing service, and I really like the atmosphere there. We started with the focaccia bread as an appetizer (huge portion), ordered the 14oz steak special (cooked perfectly with ample sides), and the Lobster/pasta dinner (plenty of huge Lobster chunks). We ate as much as we could and still had leftovers to enjoy. And as always, the service there is top-notch, which is rare at most restaurants these days. Can't wait to go back!

Exceptional food and outstanding service from start to finish! Our waiter, Mike, was attentive and quick to take our orders, setting the tone for a fantastic dining experience. The appetizers were not only delicious but generously portioned—perfect for sharing. The calamari, garlic focaccia, and mussels with shrimp are absolute must-haves. The entrées somehow managed to be even better. The chicken parm and stuffed shells were cooked to perfection and packed with flavor. And just when we thought we couldn’t eat another bite, the apple caramel cheesecake changed our minds. Creamy, perfectly balanced, and not overly sweet—it was the ideal ending to an already amazing meal. The entire team at Tony D’s deserves praise. From the warm smile at the door to the welcoming, efficient staff throughout the restaurant, we felt genuinely cared for without ever feeling rushed or forgotten. We’ve also visited several times for brunch over the summer, and the live entertainment creates the perfect weekend atmosphere. Tony D’s consistently delivers a top-tier experience, and we can’t wait to return again and again!

Excellent place they have outstanding Italian food we stopped for a quick meatball and drinks The drinks were delicious. They have a great friendly professional staff I highly recommend Tony D'S for a great dinning experience

Love to stop here when I’m in town for some classic Italian dishes, the wood fired pizza is really tasty. Got the meatballs and ricotta heard great things about it, the ricotta is very creamy and the meatballs fall right apart (sorry forgot to get a picture). Got the calamari, which was really tasty. The 4 cheese pizza add sausage was delicious. Lastly ordered the chicken parm with vodka sauce, which was also really tasty. Service was good, the coffee was really nice after dinner. Over all good experience.

This is a much better restaurant than their corn hill landing location! Went here for dinner because we were in the area, and honestly wasn’t really that excited to go because of past experiences at their old location. Well I was pleasantly surprised! Their cocktails were great, food was awesome - I very much appreciated the Sicilian style pizza over the Neapolitan style. The service was wonderful and the vibe inside was very nice. I would definitely go back and would highly recommend it here for anyone looking for a good Italian spot.

Had lunch at Tony D’s and it was very good was not expecting incredible sandwiches in both quality and quantity! The greens and beans with sausage is to die for. Had the meatball sandwich with an amazing roll with a hot pepper place in between the cheese and sauce. The eggplant sandwich was delicious and huge and stacked with eggplant. Can’t forget the homemade french fries.. Tony D’ is a must stop in Rochester.

Always love Tony Ds! Incredible staff, service, and food. Shout out to miss Kitty for my favorite dessert in all of the land.. the pistachio cake!!! I’ve literally called ahead before and begged them to save a serving for me when coming in that night because it always sells out! Deff worth trying!

We visited for the very first time and expected a very quiet ambient atmosphere. What we found was extremely loud, what we both would consider as similar to cafeteria noise ( video attached) . I think they can benefit from some noise canceling material on the ceiling and or walls. Service was extremely quick, almost too quick for the type of dining experience we thought we were getting. From time of arrival to departure was less than 1 hour. We ordered calamari, baked clams and one of the specialty pizzas. Per other high-end dining experiences, we set aside 2 hours. (Based on noise level we chose to order all apps) Food was incredible, service was fantastic. Despite the noisy atmosphere, we would likely return based on how good the food and service were.

I attended a large group lunch (11 people) here a couple of weeks ago and the experience is still looming large in my mind. First off, we were all so pleasantly surprised at the bright interior space; I feel like I might have been here years ago right after they took over the space from Pomodoro's but the dining room area felt totally different. I loved the yellow pops of color in the furniture and the big wall of windows that looked out to the patio. The day we were in was too cold to sit outside, but I love the idea of doing that in the future! Second, our server was one of the best servers I've had a while. Friendly, smiley, very knowledgeable about all the specials and the rest of the menu, able to make recommendations, accommodating when folks needed small changes, really great. She was also super attentive and made us feel like we were her only table. Third, food. Wow. Our group ate a little of everything - there were pizzas, burgers, sandwiches, pasta dishes, a salmon salad, another big salad - everything was fresh, colorful, beautifully plated. My dish was a fresh-made pasta with a lentil ragu that was hearty and balanced - and large! I only ate half and took the rest home for another meal. Though our group did not order any adult beverages and we also skipped dessert, we were all in a great mood after such great food and service. I will definitely be back here again for special occasions and date nights!

I read some other reviews before coming in and I see what some are talking about and then again I don't agree with some of the bad reviews. Noise level give me a break. Why are people leaving 1 star reviews because it's loud? In my opinion this is a big bar with food not a restaurant with a bar if that makes sense. Yes it's medium level noise because they have an open kitchen and an area for live bands where they have many functions like wedding parties holiday parties and concerts. They have a tiki bar outside with couches and more tables too. So yea....its going to be pretty noisy. Not only that the ceiling are massive which creates a louder environment too. So enough with the 1 star reviews for noise. Other reviews about service....we sat at bar. The bar back was more attentive than the bartenders. We seriously ordered most stuff through him because he was "present". A regular came in and took the attention away from one of the girls for a bit. I ordered a margarita and they made it with well tequila without asking. We also noticed a man came up to the bar and ordered 4 drinks. Saw a server come up behind him and ask if he would like help carrying them to his table. That means they sat there and waited on her so long that he decided just to go get drinks himself. This was our first time here and we will be back

What a gem! One of my coworkers told me about this place, so I'll tell you. And alas, I have no pictures. The food and drinks are excellent. That being said; there's the atmosphere. A huge part of that is the staff. They are impeccable, again, after my second visit within 2 weeks. Spot on!! the place runs like clockwork and the employees are so friendly and personable, even with how busy they are. It's expensive, like anything these days, but they don't skimp on the portions of food served. If you like meatballs, the appetizer- they are 3 the size of a baseball. Very good Caesar salad. Tutti mangia. That's the atmosphere. The staff at this place takes it from a warehouse dining experience to a restaurant where you feel so welcomed. That's rare these days...

Somehow we've not been to Tony D's since they relocated from Corn Hill. We decided to dine outside on their gorgeous patio. It is like being whisked away somewhere that is not in the city of Rochester. It was super inviting and relaxing. Definitely experience it if the weather is right. We started with some of the best meatballs I've had. Perfectly cooked with lovely sauce. We then tried the Margherita and Beesting pizzas. Both were very good, though the Beesting was a standout. The Burrata salad was also lovely. While the ambiance and food were spectacular, the service was lackluster. We had to ask multiple times for our server to come -- to order entrees after the meatball starter was eaten, missing items, drink refills, etc. The salad also came out about 7 minutes after the pizzas, which was strange. We are still giving it 5 stars, however, as we think the experience was limited to this server since other tables didn't have this experience. Also, it was a lovely night to relax on their patio and we weren't in a rush. We will return.

Our meal was delicious BUT I must say at the end of eating we asked our server why don't you serve bread and she said oh we do, you just have to ask for it . Really! Also for the prices of each meal, no salad comes with it . Really! Their bottle of wine prices are outrageous I may add too. Liked the old place much better, probably won't go back .

With fast and friendly service I ordered the Chicken Milanese. It was incredible, the portion was huge, the meat was tender and the salad mixture with the tomatoes and cucumbers was a perfect complement to the entree.For dessert i got the cannoli it was huge and delicious. There is a large bar to grab a cocktail. You can dine indoor or outdoor. There is plenty of on-site parking or valet.

With so many choices on the menu I decided on the Bianca Pizza.With speedy service and a smile my pizza arrived, it was made with four cheeses, evoo and roasted garlic.It was hot, huge and tasty.For dessert I ordered a big cannoli ,it was amazing, so yummy. Nice size bar to grab a beer or wine and indoor and outdoor area seating for your convenience. Plus lot or valet parking.

Incredible trip to Tony D's! And not the first! I have been here several times at the tables, in the yard and twice at the bar. Emily G. was amazing getting me a Cab Sav, an incredible chicken parm and helped me get on my way to Syracuse. I grew up in Roch but have taught in Syracuse for 30 years and Tony D's is the place for Italian and service! My wife and I went to Italy a year ago and this place is the only place that comes close! Great job Tony D's!

Fantastic place to eat. The main server was excellent, and the support staff clearing plates, refilling drinks, and boxing food made the whole experience seamless and efficient. The food was phenomenal and arrived incredibly fast. We had reservations for 5, were seated promptly, ordered, and finished everything; I'm writing this at 5:47.

Love this place when I'm in ROC. Great busy vibe; aroma from the kitchen is incredible. Great food. Large portions and it's all very tasty. Service is great for a really busy place that gets pretty crazy in the summer months. I haven't tried everything on the menu though I can say the meatballs and the seafood pasta are off the chart. Definitely recommend.

I actually went to Tony D's for dinner on Valentine's Day a year ago (late on my review, but they deserve). It was my first time and the restaurant had beautiful ambiance with low-light and candles. We were greeted, seated immediately and the front staff was great. I had a glass of champagne and ordered a Caesar salad to start. Let me tell you, this was the best Caesar I have ever had! Fresh, lots of parm how I like, and the bits of prosciutto added amazing flavor. Not to mention it was huge - more than enough for my date and I to share. I ordered the blackened grouper (a special at the time I think) and it was delicious. Flavorful and spicy (it was even better the next day for leftovers). My date had the breaded cod fish and potatoes, which he enjoyed. Overall this is a beautiful restaurant with comforting food and great dinner portions. Our waiter and any staff we encountered were kind and attentive and I will definitely be back to try more menu items.

Buon Appetito! What's not to like about a well-made, delicious coal-fired pizza? As an anchovy lover, I had the Napoli, and it was amazing. My son enjoyed the Carciofi, and my daughter loved her special. We arrived at 5 pm, just in time to get a seat outside overlooking the waterway. The ambiance was perfect, adding to the overall delightful experience. Tony D's in Rochester is definitely a must-visit for pizza enthusiasts!

Amazing customer service from the moment you walk in the door! Food is AMAZING! I'm not sure what Jay and his team is doing but the dishes they serve are incredible! You have to experience it to understand. Our server , Tiffany was amazing, attentive, professional and knowledgeable about everything. It is so refreshing to go out for an amazing meal with amazing customer service. Thank you

Do not get the scampi meal. The vibes are great, service is awesome, but the scampi was the worst meal I've ever had in my life. The sauce was way too thin, and with the noodles they chose it absorbed nothing and raw calamari noodles was just a horrible combination. Would absolutely go again just get something else!

Ambiance was good but it is very very loud. Bar had good drink options. The apps were ok calamari was good the garlic bread was a little overpowering. I dinners were all good and the shrimp dishes were excellent - the shrimps were massive (pricey but worth it). Our service was rough and we had almost 45 minutes between apps and mains. Overall it was good but I would not rush back.

Food: these two pizzas were Fab! Def some of the best pizza in Rochester:) Service: both the host and server were very friendly, we had a nice convo with our server, he was very helpful in choosing a good couple pies;) Ambiance: love it. Very cool fun atmosphere, love the music, energy, def a great spot to hit up on a weekend night when ur trying to have some fun! Oh and the chairs are super comfortable, great for those w back issues lol

I went to Tony D's for lunch by myself. The elegant environment was relaxing, and the perfect summer weather made the outdoor seating ideal. Friendly and attentive staff enhanced my dining experience. I was eager to try their Italian cuisine. I ordered the eggplant caponata with garlic bread as an appetizer, but it was cooked in an excessive amount of oil, making the plate overly greasy. For my main course, I selected the penne marinara and meatball, but was severely disappointed. The sauce lacked any notable flavors, including salt, and the massive meatball didn't even taste like a meatball. I have no idea what it was. The restaurant's prices don't match the quality of the food, and I wouldn't recommend it to anyone. It's a disgrace for a restaurant to claim to be upscale with high prices but serve food comparable to fast food establishments.

I came in for a early dinner with a friend, and we were seated right away. It was not very busy, but as it got later, the place quickly filled up with a long waiting list, so I recommend trying to come a bit before dinner rush to beat the crowds and get a parking spot as it fills up quickly. We ordered the aranchini with prosciutto and pine nuts as our appetizer, and it was delcious. The prosciutto and pine nuts gave it such a rich and deep flavor, and they were spectacular. For the mains I ordered the bucatini, which was cherrywood bacon, rapini, chili crisp, pickled red onion, and parmigiano-reggiano. My friend ordered the pan roased jumbo shrimp, which was lemon, saffron, and leeks, over risotto verde. We loved them both. The risotto and bucatini were both cooked beautifully, and full of flavor. Overall, it was a great dinner, and I cannot wait to come back again!

I was happy to check out their new location! I miss being along the river in corn hill, but this did not disappoint! The service was just fine. Our server only came by when necessary. It has a very dim, modern vibe in there. The food was fantastic.

The food here is amazing service is superb. The best itailian food you will find in Rochester. This is Tony Ds new venue which is much more spacious and great for larger groups. I am excited for it to be summer because they have a large outdoor patio as well!

The focaccia bread was amazing. It was a round loaf, cut in half with a lot of garlic spread. The top had an incredible crispy crust and the bread was moist and almost biscuit like. The Chicken parm was large and delicious, with a stripe of pesto. The Di Mare was delicious, and the soft shell crab special was over a super good salad.

Headed out for an Anniversary dinner... we had been planning to try the new Tony d's location for a while. I have heard nothing but great things. Well, it didn't disappoint. Great ambiance... great staff and delicious food. We went early, so we were able to walk right in. But most nights I'm sure you need a reservation. Try them out!!

The pasta was amazing! Beesting was perfect combo between sweet and spicy. Hosts were super friendly and our waitress was very attentive to the table.

My fiancé and I came here for a late Valentines Day celebration and had a really nice time. A reservation that I thought was made for me, wasn't (not the restaurants fault) but the employees at the host stand were super helpful and we ended up sitting at an open spot at the bar. Bartenders were very busy but were very attentive and friendly. The food we ordered came out really fast. We started off with the calamari and artichoke appetizers which were pretty big portions and absolutely delicious. I LOVED the creamy pesto sauce with the calamari, it tasted so fresh and was different from any other place I've been to. The ricotta and sauces with the lightly fried artichokes was also very good. We actually also ordered the chicken Milanese and the combination of both together was even better. The Sicilian pizza, which is a pretty decent size (probably enough for 3-4 people) and was on the thicker/breadier side but the flavors were good. We really enjoyed the ambiance of this place too. They have high quality food but it's not some super quiet boring restaurant, there's good music playing, there's a lot of hustle and bustle and it made the environment more enjoyable and entertaining . I would definitely come back!

Oh what an experience!! We were sat at the chefs table for my nephews birthday and it was a perfect way to celebrate! We got to watch how everything was prepared as well as some preparation questions. Did you know the proper salt & pepper ratio was 30% salt to 70% pepper? We didn't either! From the amazing food to the impeccable service - everything was perfect!

What a great experience. Jay Speranza the owner and chef has dialed in the recipe for a wonderful evening. We were greeted by Alex Speranza who was kind enough to hold our table as we were late for our reservation. Our server Kristyn R. was amazing and clearly knew the menu and details of the specials. Appetizers were amazing unfortunately I did not grab a pic of the arancini and greens and. beans and greens. Kristyn made sure we had plenty of bread to mop up the goodness! Entrees all came out hot with excellent presentation. Chef Jay Speranza and his son Alex clearly pay attention to the detail for seasoning and doneness for beef chicken and tricky seafood. The wine list has something for everyone and cocktails were great. Well done!

The food was exceptional. The beef tenderloin was juicy and flavorful. Good amount of food for the price. The service was quick and the waiter was attentive throughout the meal. They handled the allergies in our party with care and the upmost attention. We felt very comfortable and welcomed. The interior was very classy and modern. The decor was tasteful yet very unique and blended well with the restaurant's aesthetic. The atmosphere was upscaled but not stuffy. It was also not too crowded or loud despite being relatively busy. Wonderful experience

We enjoyed our meals for my birthday dinner. A table of 5 adults got a variety of meals from the Caesar salad, spaghetti and meatballs, rigatoni bolognase, calamari, veal parm, and seafood pasta. The hibiscus margarita was great and pretty potant! The service was friendly and attentive. Our waitress gave the prices with the specials and we appreciated that. At the end of our meal I was given a free canoli for my birthday! It was delicious. The ambiance is casual and upscale. The prices are steep, and that's why I gave it a 4 out of 5. I wouldn't say it's a place to visit often or frequently because of the cost, but every once in a while would be nice

Should have read the reviews before we went. We had dinner at Tony D's since we have eaten there before. Noise was definitely an issue but being asked to leave because the table was needed, even before we ordered dessert, shows that the restaurant doesn't really value their customer. There were empty tables around us so really confused as to why the urgency to turn over the spot. More interested in churning tables to improve profitability. Yes that's an important focus of a restaurant but showing some customer service is equally important. Definitely will avoid this place on our next visit.

This is one of my favorite restaurants in the Rochester area, the food was fantastic, the service was very attentive, and the ambience was terrific especially the art indoors and the vibe outdoors on the patio. The restaurant was well designed in a former factory building and the crowd was well-dressed but not overly formal. I was with a large party and the hostess was able to accommodate us on short notice, we ordered a number of appetizers my favorites being the Calamari and Arancini. I ordered the Chicken Alla' Bobo which did not disappoint as did the spumoni for the dessert which was huge. We also grabbed some drinks outside at the lounge area which was beautiful during sunset.

The calamari is one of the best in Rochester and the modo mito chicken parm is amazing! The deck and event space is beautiful. Only down fall is the noise. Very noisy restaurant not good if you want to be able to talk to more than the people next to you. But the food is excellent

Enjoyed a mid afternoon cocktail and early dinner on a Friday. Great service. Friendly attentive staff. Nice welcoming open concept dining room. Bianca pizza was excellent. Easy off street parking. We'll be back.

After spending over $300 with no drinks you'd think 2 couples could have a nice experience. However, Bring your hearing aids or a megaphone as you won't be able to carry on a conversation from across the table due to the noise. We declined dessert but ordered after dinner coffee only to be met with a request to surrender our table with half a cup of coffee left. Our total time from ass on seat till we were asked to leave was barely 2 hrs. Meanwhile 4 empty tables to our right must be locked and loaded to maximize profits. If I ever go again I'll bring a chalkboard to communicate and a stop watch to time my stay. Textbook profits over customer service which was glaringly obvious. Perhaps if I ordered a bottle of Dom, maybe we could have squeezed out another 30 minutes.

Been going here for years, food is always excellent. Bad experience tonight with the hostess on 11/26, kept us waiting party of two for 25 minutes? Walk in parties of two were seated before us seemed to be favoring young and attractive, not to mention her rude demeanor to us. I almost walked out and confronted her but it would have ruined our evening out.

3 weary travelers, from the opposite coast, showed up at 9:30pm on a Thursday night, hoping the kitchen was still open. They stayed open long enough to get our order in and it was so worth it. We just had apps, but enough to stuff us to miserable. Meatballs, arancini and the app special - fried eggplant stacked with mozzarella and heirloom tomatoes. And it was all EXCELLENT. Especially the eggplant. Be sure to get bread to sop up the amazing sauces. And, apropos, we had the coast to coast cocktail (their take on a paper plane), which was also yummy. The staff was wonderful and kind. Couldn't ask for more! Well, we could've asked for dessert, but we're stuffed.

The best Pan Fried Cod with crispy steak fried potatoes and coleslaw. Hefty serving too!

This restaurant is really pretty inside! The food was good but I wouldn't say the pizza is best like other reviews but it wasn't bad. The chicken was really good though. I shared both these dishes with a friend and had leftovers too.

Dowling scoring system ---------------------- Ambiance - 8/10 Food - 8/10 Service - 8/10 Value - 8/10 ---------------------- Total - 32/40 Jumbo shrimp scampi

My wife and I really enjoyed our meal at Tony D's last Friday. It was busy but our server was attentive and available. My wife had a crab cake appetizer and the lobster linguine. She raved about both and while she may not consider herself such I consider her something of a crab cake expert since she has enjoyed them I. Various parts of the country. I had the fish special, halibut and it too was very good. Finally, for dessert my wife had the pistachio pound cake and was very pleased. Overall service was outstanding and the food top notch. We will be back.

I recognize this place is oddly popular. I just can't figure out why. It's the kind of place where divorced real estate agents go to dress tacky and yell and believe they're having a great time. The night we went, we had a reservation and were seated promptly. All good things ended at that point. We sat for several minutes and no one approached our table. A couple was seated next to us a few minutes later. They were greeted promptly by their waiter and informed about the specials ...our table? Still no one....finally a server came over and let us know that we weren't his table, but he'd find out who our server was and get us some water. Couple next to us are now getting their appetizer....A server finally materialized...no mention of specials...just a drink order. We wanted "Old Fashioned's". She asked what type of bourbon would we like. I asked what do you have? She said "it's a long list" and rolled her eyes...here we go. So, we named a couple of bourbons and of course got back "we don't have that...not sure...". Ummm. You asked!?!? So...the drinks arrive after a pretty significantly long time considering the place is clearing out and many patrons have now left to yell in the entryway or the parking lot...we inquire about the specials...the server asks "oh? I didn't special you yet"? Wtf does that mean..no, you didn't. She then rattles off the specials so quickly and quietly that we had no clue what she was saying. Wasn't worth asking her to repeat. Just a mess. The food finally arrived and the veal was overcooked to the point of looking like a burnt shoe with Ragu over it. Just a lousy experience all the way around. I assume for some segments of the population this was, underline was, the place to be seen....but it's just gross. There are plenty of better pseudo Italian places out there.

I came here for the first time for lunch with my bosses yesterday. Our server, Rena was absolutely incredible. We all had sandwiches, mine was the eggplant with ghost cheese, peppers arugula and honey balsamic dressing. As a side we were all served a cold pasta salad which was delicious, but my friends said it was far more delicious warmed the following day, bringing out all of the flavors. The view was spectacular and looking forward to returning during warmer weather. Service was on point and I would definitely recommend Tony D's to anyone in the area. Parking was a bit of a challenge, but totally worth duking it out.

I've been there many many times ... Last time I was there I ended up leaving very disappointed. I always get filet mignon but since the seasoning on it is very salty I said no salt and what happened they removed the entire seasoning on the sides and the meat had no taste at all.I love there spinach but that is very salty too which kills the flavor. Wine list is very poor as Italian restaurant they have only 2 choices baby amarone and supertoscany .It's always wait when u walk in even if u have reservation. Also I forgot to mention .It's very loud and 0 ambiance.

Amazing food. Very friendly service. The lighting was pretty dark and pretty loud so it was kind of hard to talk. The bill was steep for just the two of us so might not be back for long time.

I don't know it's just not good there haha it's like too overdone? The food I just expected to be way better than it was. The greens and beans were the worst ones I've ever had at a restaurant. Apparently the menu is meant to share/ family style and the waitress did not mention that ever.... Wine was so overpriced. I'd probably go back for a cocktail on the patio.

So noisy you can't hear yourself think, let alone hold a conversation. Will never go back.

I always enjoy their food it is Amazing. I had the chicken and their meetballs. So tasting and filling! I would highly recommend Tony D's.

Excellent party place or dinner. Great Filet. Even better seafood special. Filet exceeds steakhouse quality and Seafood is fabulous.

Food was very very good but it was hard to enjoy as the noice decibel was sooooo extremely loud that even the server could not hear us and vice versa...would not go back said all of us...

The other yelpers can suck it. The real and original Nish is here to say that Tony D's is legit. Great pizzas and you have to try the greens and beans. I recommend a drink at the bar before you sit down.