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Pomodoro - Monroe Ave
Pomodoro, locally owned and operated since 1994. we were formally known as Brio until March 2011. We strive to use all natural produce and meats organically grown by local farmers, when available and when in season.
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25 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Rating Breakdown 25 reviews
5 stars
(8)
4 stars
(9)
3 stars
(6)
2 stars
(1)
1 star
(1)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
3.8
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- great for outdoor dining(9)
- special occasion(9)
- fit for foodies(8)
- good for groups(8)
- great for lunch(7)
- neighborhood gem(4)
Pomodoro - Monroe Ave Reviews List
Review 1 for Pomodoro - Monroe Ave
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
An unfortunate series of events
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"First of all, I was surprised that my experience was less than expected, but it was and that can't be changed. We had reservations for Mothers Day and when we arrived the restaurant had just opened and there was maybe 25% capacity, yet we were placed in a back banquets room in the far corner, by ourselves, while the rest of the diners were in the main dining room where there was ambiance. Our server was less than attentive as we had to ask twice for basics that should have been handled automatically. Our appetizers arrived and 4 minutes later out came the main meal. I hate when that happens. The food itself was very good, as I had experienced in the past, but the overall dining experience was lacking. First time i have left a small tip."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: good for groups
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Review 2 for Pomodoro - Monroe Ave
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Very good Italian cuisine, wonderful ambiance (both outdoors an inside) and just an overall great dining experience!"
Dined on 5/05/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, romantic, special occasion
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Review 3 for Pomodoro - Monroe Ave
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food was great! Loved the
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Food was great! Loved the tortellini! All four of us had delicious meals. Server was very pleasant and attentive. A nice friendly atmosphere on a Tuesday nite! Will definitely be back!"
Dined on 04/16/2013
2011
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem
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Review 4 for Pomodoro - Monroe Ave
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
A bit overpriced for average food
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Besides the impressive bar, this place is average at best. I will agree with other reviewers that their seasonal salad is quite good...but the rest of the food needs more attention and the service wasn't stellar.
For the price, I'd expect more.
I did appreciate the fact that they use OpenTable, which is helpful."
Dined on 03/24/2013
2013
Special Features: kid-friendly
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Review 5 for Pomodoro - Monroe Ave
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Good for special occasion
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Pomodoro is a nice neighborhood staple. The former location of Brio, has a varied menu, even if the prices are a little on the high side. It's great for a special occasion, we visited to celebrate a birthday, but not somewhere I would go to regularly. The food were fine and our server was very attentive. I liked the ability to make the online reservation and when we got to the restaurant our table was ready."
Dined on 03/21/2013
2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 6 for Pomodoro - Monroe Ave
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
reservation not honored
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The open table reservation was not honored. Furthermore the hostess lied and did not tell us that there was no table for us at the reserved time slot. She told us that it would be just a few minutes. We waited and no one came over to us. When I finally asked what is going on, she showed us to an unset table in the back of a banquet room in which a large party was being held. When I refused this location she admitted that the open table system was not working and that we actually did not have a table reserved, i. e. she admitted she was dishonest about the reservation. As we were leaving a large table did open up in the main dining area and we asked if we can take it. She said it usually was reserved for a larger group but she did allow it."
Dined on 03/02/2013
2003
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Review 7 for Pomodoro - Monroe Ave
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The service was great and
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The service was great and the food was delicious. All four of us were happy with our meals."
Dined on 03/03/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, great for lunch
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Review 8 for Pomodoro - Monroe Ave
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
This was a great choice for
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"This was a great choice for a birthday lunch. The menu has a wide variety of soups, salads,wraps, and specials. The salmon wrap got great reviews as did the crab cake special. Service was prompt and friendly without hovering or making us feel rushed. We will definitely be back for out door dining once the warm weather is here."
Dined on 03/01/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 9 for Pomodoro - Monroe Ave
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
So glad we went despite reviews....
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We were in Rochester for a collegiate concert. We stumbled upon Pomodoro's by googling italian restaurants. We were a little skeptical about going there since the google reviews said that the service was horrendous. We had the OPPOSITE experience. Our server, Deb, was the friendliest, most accommodating and quick server. She guided us on what to order and was so attentive that she even gave us written driving directions to a shortcut to the concert we were attending. The food was fabulous. The caesar salad had too much dressing but the torteloni was delicious. Huge portions! Would go there in a minute if we are ever back in Rochester."
Dined on 02/16/2013
2004
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 10 for Pomodoro - Monroe Ave
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
pure pleasure
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The Valentine weekend special offerings were truly exceptional"
Dined on 02/15/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, special occasion
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Review 11 for Pomodoro - Monroe Ave
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food Fabulous; Issue w/ VISA Debit
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The fundamental criterion for the success of a restaurant is the quality of the food. If the taste, temperature, seasoning, etc., are not up to par, the food & the restaurant fail. If we want to consume mediocre /poor food, we can stay at home. Both of the Pomodoro's, Monroe and University Avenue, serve outstanding food. My husband and I have ordered a variety of entrees at both restaurants. and all are superb. There are a whole lot of high priced venues in the Rochester area that don't do half as well. The overall rating is only V Good b/c neither restaurant would "fully" honor a VISA Debit Card. Each would only accept 80% of the balance; perhaps this is routine. It seemed a bit weird and neither wait person could fully explain."
Dined on 02/13/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 12 for Pomodoro - Monroe Ave
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Great food, but left disappointed
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great food, but left disappointed after being sat in the back room away from the ambiance that I came for (the live piano music)."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2012
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 13 for Pomodoro - Monroe Ave
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service was excellent, food
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Service was excellent, food was delicious. Round table for 7 was great. I always like a round table with a group as you can communicate with all ! enjoyable all the way around"
Dined on 01/28/2013
2013
Special Features: great for brunch, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Pomodoro - Monroe Ave
Based on the average of (12) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Very Good)
4
/
5
2 out of 3 recommend this product
Food
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic