The Half Rel Kitchen - Rochester

We found The Half Barrel by chance after trying the 'top rated ' places in Rochester. Once we found THB we never went anywhere else (yes, we were there 5 nights in a row). The menu is diverse and everything we tried was top notch. The innovative drink menu has something for everyone and if you do not see what you want these guys are creative! The crowd was diverse. Early evening saw families while late evening drew a younger crowd. There is truly something for everyone and the staff along with Chris and Josh are amazing. The decor is welcoming and modern. I highly recommend you stop in for a drink or a meal!

Each time I've gone there I always have a great experience. We had our staff Christmas party Saturday night and Ray was our server. He was attentive ,pleasant and just all around good and knew the menu for either food or drink and helped making suggestions. Definitely worth it

We have stopped in frequently for the BEST bourbon selection in the area. But our service and exceptional experience on Sunday night, December 10th, while seated at the bar was EXCELLENT. Our bartender was David, who was so welcoming that we decided to stay for a meal as well. He was continually making sure that our drink and food selections were satisfactory, made excellent menu and drink recommendations, and was one of the BEST bartenders we have ever observed in his attentiveness to perfection in each of the specialty cocktails he prepared for others in the restaurant as well as our own. THANK YOU for an exceptional experience, and for employing one of the finest mixologists and highly trained bartenders in service to your customers!

We stopped in around the middle of the afternoon. Service was very friendly. We ordered our drinks which were pretty good. I tried one of the local beers which did not disappoint. The food came quickly and boy was that good. None of us left a drop on our plates. Definitely will be back on the next trip.

Fun atmosphere, great drinks, good food and the largest whiskey/ bourbon selection I’ve ever seen!