The Commissary

Shared-use commercial kitchen · Rochester

The Commissary

Shared-use commercial kitchen · Rochester

250 E Main St, Rochester, NY 14604

Highlights

Commercial kitchen providing equipment, workshops, events, and support

250 E Main St, Rochester, NY 14604 Get directions

rochestercommissary.org

@roccommissary

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Grow Local Commissary Opens at the Nashville Farmers Market | Eater Nashville

"A new shared kitchen space at the Nashville Farmers Market, the Grow Local Commissary offers rentable industrial kitchen stations and commercial-grade processing equipment to help food businesses grow their brands, goods, and ideas; designed to let farmers preserve their harvests, increase year-round access to produce, and cut food waste, it also assists entrepreneurs in developing value-added products by providing tools such as blast chillers, commercial-grade meat grinders, large meat slicers, double-stack convection ovens, dough sheeters, and 40-quart stand mixers across six available stations—users apply online via the Market House tab, and once approved can reserve time through a scheduling system." - Jill Conklin

https://nashville.eater.com/2024/4/5/24121918/grow-local-commissary-opens-nashville-farmers-market

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Kayla Sandoval

Google

The Commissary gives me the ability to operate a food business legally. Which is a huge deal. There are all kinds of awesome commercial equipment on site, so that you can really scale up your processes without a ton of overhead, like I would need to pay in my own place. It's a great stepping stone for those who are transitioning from Hobby to real-deal. Plus the kitchen manager is super knowledgeable and always willing to help you out in a pinch.

Lee Drake

Google

This fabulous demo kitchen was utilized for a brainery course on knife skills. Although I am very handy in the kitchen I learned some new techniques and made some new friends. The course was great and the Commissary is a fabulous resource for the Rochester food and restaurant scene.

Bethany Donoghue

Google

I have been a member of The Commissary since January 2021. What I love is the ability to use the Performance Kitchen as a venue to host catering events and special family & friends gatherings! It's a cool space! For folks like me - who are just starting out in a new food business - the experience has been invaluable. Facilities Manager Arthur is a wealth of knowledge with a vast and impressive food history! He's always ready and willing to lend a hand, especially to this newbie! And, I cannot say enough great things about Marketing Manager, Hanna! She is an absolute delight and has garnered praise from my customers and friends. Bethany Baller Donoghue Low Carbolicious! LLC

Jordan Heath

Google

As a B2B company, it doesn’t get much better than the Commissary with its multiple kitchen stations and a variety or equipment to use. The building is in the heart of Rochester and already helping so many businesses in need of a licensed kitchen. I love the locked food and personal equipment storage cages and that they’re all on wheels for easy mobility. It’s also very spacious and allows a multitude of different businesses working in the same area at the same time. Each station and piece of communal equipment can be signed up for and rented to gain formal access. If you’re looking for a licensed kitchen to rent for your businesses use in Rochester NY, the search is over, you’ve found the Commissary!

Aashna Ahmed

Google

Don’t know what I would do without the commissary! Love operating my business out of this kitchen and most of all, love the STAFF!!! Kevin especially, goes above and beyond for us members - he cares so much about this kitchen and us, making sure we are all set up for success here. Thank you for everything you do, Kev!!!

Janet Smith

Google

I hosted an event at The Commissary that was highly successful. This unique space was perfect for an open, networking reception and allowed infinite space in a nice setting. It was also a great tool to engage people at the event to see the space and get a tour of the kitchen. The Commissary is an amazing local food incubator that gives people the support and opportunity to start and grow their own business. I highly recommend trying the food at the Commissary and supporting their work! Worth stopping by the next time you are in downtown rochester!

Bailey Giordano

Google

Amazing food! Great Vegetarian Options!

Paras Nandu

Google

Tried the Falafel and the Black Lemonade! Amazing.