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Pomodoro - University Ave
Nestled in the heart of the art walk district on University Ave. and located in a historical industrial complex - Pomodoro Grill has been one of Rochester’s best kept secrets for nearly 20 years. Featuring an eclectic menu filled with the flavors of the Mediterranean with a modern twist, prepared and served by our dedicated staff. We strive to use all natural produce and meats organically grown by local farmers - when available and when in season. Pomodoro Grill is sure to please!
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75 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Rating Breakdown 75 reviews
5 stars
(29)
4 stars
(38)
3 stars
(8)
2 stars
(0)
1 star
(0)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- great for outdoor dining(33)
- neighborhood gem(33)
- good for groups(32)
- fit for foodies(22)
- special occasion(21)
- great for lunch(17)
Pomodoro - University Ave Reviews List
Review 1 for Pomodoro - University Ave
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
OpenTable Diner
Dined on 6/06/2013
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Pomodoro's on University is a consistent winner. I have been many times and have always had good meals and good service. In this case we had a large group. These were people who had toured together and wanted to talk. Our orginal plan was for outdoors dining - but of course it was raining. We ate inside but it was pretty noisy and made talking a problem. Never the less everything was wonderful!"
Dined on 6/06/2013
Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining, great for lunch
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Review 2 for Pomodoro - University Ave
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Diverse excellence
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"All aspects of the evening were perfect. The menu and specials were wonderfully varied and everything served was great.
Just go eat! You can't go wrong."
Just go eat! You can't go wrong."
Dined on 6/03/2013
Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining, special occasion
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Review 3 for Pomodoro - University Ave
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Excellent!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We had a group of 8 and the service was excellent and the food was the best!"
Dined on 5/30/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem
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Review 4 for Pomodoro - University Ave
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"always enjoy Pomodoro's - good service and food!!"
Dined on 5/20/2013
Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 5 for Pomodoro - University Ave
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ladies who lunch
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This is a great spot for a casual, relaxed lunch. Menu selections are great - something for everyone from vegans to soup & salad to great sandwiches and pizzas -- And, of course, wine. Sit outside - enjoy great servive and good food with a nice glass of wine and catch up with your friends."
Dined on 5/14/2013
Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem
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Review 6 for Pomodoro - University Ave
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Wonderful Menu and Great Serivce
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I enjoyed the atmosphere of the resturant- next time we go I would love for it to be warm enough to sit on the deck. The service was fast and the waiter was very honest with us about what his favorite dishes were. We had an artichoke appetizer that was out of this world! We will absolutely be back to try more of the wonderful pasta dishes- there were so many choices, I could have ate one of each!"
Dined on 5/09/2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, romantic, neighborhood gem
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Review 7 for Pomodoro - University Ave
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Pomodoro
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Perfect spot for eating outside. Great food and relaxed pace."
Dined on 5/05/2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining
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Review 8 for Pomodoro - University Ave
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This restaurant is consistently good in food and service - love the deck for outside dining."
Dined on 5/05/2013
Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining, great for lunch
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Review 9 for Pomodoro - University Ave
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The atmosphere was great!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The atmosphere was great! Pomodoro reminds me of a tucked away hidden gem. The food was outstanding. My steak was cooked to perfection and the sides were very tasty as well. The wine tasting upon arrival also added to my experience. The ambiance was nice. Pomodoro actually reminded of Italy, the food was comparable and the atmosphere was as well."
Dined on 04/25/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 10 for Pomodoro - University Ave
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Good food, hot and tastey.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Good food, hot and tastey. Portions very adequate. Friendly and attentive staff. Will definitely return to try lunch and dinner specials."
Dined on 04/19/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, great for lunch
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Review 11 for Pomodoro - University Ave
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
we have been comming here
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"we have been comming here for years almost always a great meal - as of late excellent...love theoutdoor part...always bring friends with us...Unfortunatly we will be move ing out of the area soon - we will miss you!"
Dined on 04/20/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, notable wine list, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 12 for Pomodoro - University Ave
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
I had some friends from out
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I had some friends from out of town come to see Wicked. After the matinee, we had dinner at Pomodoro's. We were seated right away, our waitress made wine recommendations, all of which were Awesome! She also gave us just the right amount of attention so we could have our conversation, but she was available at just the right time when we needed something.
All four of us raved about our meal! Delicious food. We all left very happy!"
All four of us raved about our meal! Delicious food. We all left very happy!"
Dined on 04/20/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, special occasion
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Review 13 for Pomodoro - University Ave
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Loved the choice of beer on
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Loved the choice of beer on tap. Pizza is the best!"
Dined on 04/19/2013
2006
Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining, late-night find, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 14 for Pomodoro - University Ave
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
We have eaten at Pomodoros
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We have eaten at Pomodoros before but it has been quite a while. We went there before our performance of Wicked. It's close to the auditorium theater and we made our show in good time. The evenings menu gave several choices and the portions were large. The seasonings were a bit bland but the seafood my husband and I ordered was a good quality. We were with one other couple. Three of us ordered a la carte salads that were never served. When we pointed that out to the waiter, he was apologetic and gave us three coffees and one dessert on him. Overall an adequate experience."
Dined on 04/17/2013
2012
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Review 15 for Pomodoro - University Ave
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Never had a bad meal. I recommend
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Never had a bad meal. I recommend Pomodoro to everyone including out of town business associates."
Dined on 02/23/2013
2008
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, special occasion
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Review 16 for Pomodoro - University Ave
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
My family and I enjoyed our
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"My family and I enjoyed our dinner gathering at Pomodoros. The staff was friendly and accomodating which made my family member's birthday celebrating outstanding."
Dined on 03/27/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, romantic
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Review 17 for Pomodoro - University Ave
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Exceptional
OpenTable Diner
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Great food and service."
Special Features: good for groups
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Review 18 for Pomodoro - University Ave
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
First visit to the University
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"First visit to the University Ave location and found it to have a great atmosphere and the food was flavorful. Felt comfortable in casual attire but would feel comfortable dressed up as well. Plan to go back in better weather so we can dine outside."
Dined on 03/09/2013
2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, hot spot
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Review 19 for Pomodoro - University Ave
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Always a well poured drink
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Always a well poured drink and an excellent meal."
Dined on 03/09/2013
2011
Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining
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Review 20 for Pomodoro - University Ave
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Excellent Natural Food choice.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Excellent Natural Food choice. It was the best I've had in a long time.
Steve"
Dined on 03/09/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 21 for Pomodoro - University Ave
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Our server was amazing. He
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Our server was amazing. He was knowledgeable and very personable. They have a live band there - so loud. Only complaint we had to speak over the band we were a large group - and our neighboring tables were getting annoyed."
Dined on 03/08/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups
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Review 22 for Pomodoro - University Ave
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food was great. Service was
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Food was great. Service was good at first, but very slow after meal was served."
Dined on 03/08/2013
2005
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, notable wine list
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Review 23 for Pomodoro - University Ave
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We have been here before,
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We have been here before, thanks to coupons included in our theater tickets package. They have a varied, interesting menu, and a printed menu for specials, which helps those of us with not-so-great hearing or memories. Pasta entrees are very tasty, and big enough for two meals. Dessert of chocolate cake with raspberries somewhere was underwhelming--cake was dry, and icing too thick and tasted like its main ingredient, shortening. Raspberries undetectable. The atmosphere is noisy because it's an old saw factory, not many soft surfaces, and the kitchen is integral with the dining space. Lots of things to look at."
Dined on 03/03/2013
2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 24 for Pomodoro - University Ave
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
I love the feel of the restaurant
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I love the feel of the restaurant and the service is always great. There's not actually very much on the menu that I want to order though. Wish they had a better selection because it would keep me coming back more often."
Dined on 03/01/2013
2012
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 25 for Pomodoro - University Ave
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Your greens and beans are
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Your greens and beans are delicious, as is your seasonal salad and crab cakes. Please fix your cappuccino machine. Thank you. I like being able to make a reservation online."
Dined on 02/23/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 26 for Pomodoro - University Ave
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great food. Is my Fiancee's
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great food. Is my Fiancee's favorite restaurant in Rochester and a must go to when she comes up from Maryland."
Dined on 02/16/2013
2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, hot spot
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Review 27 for Pomodoro - University Ave
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
A little bit too noisy for
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"A little bit too noisy for my taste. Food was excellent though as was service."
Dined on 02/22/2013
2011
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, neighborhood gem
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Review 28 for Pomodoro - University Ave
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Love the band, the Swooners,
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Love the band, the Swooners, as well as your draft beer IPA list and food selections. Collectively they all will keep the Potters returning for future engagements."
Dined on 02/16/2013
2011
Special Features: vibrant bar scene
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Review 29 for Pomodoro - University Ave
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We have visited Pomodoro's
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We have visited Pomodoro's many times - and love the University Avenue location of this restaurant. It was a birthday party for our friend who turned 76 - he dines out quite frequently, but has never before been to Pomodoro's. However, he visited the place in the past when it was a saw mill - he did business with the owner so it brought back many memories for him."
Dined on 02/17/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, special occasion
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Review 30 for Pomodoro - University Ave
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Everything was great from
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Everything was great from the service to the food."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2011
Special Features: neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 31 for Pomodoro - University Ave
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
The food here is always fabulous.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The food here is always fabulous. I just dont understand why they feel the need for such big amplifiers for the band. when your seated near the band its impossible to carry a conversation."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2011
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Pomodoro - University Ave
Based on the average of (44) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
5 out of 5 recommend this product
Food
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic