First Impressions of Rochester, NY (with a Local) Hint: It's Not What You Think

[@TheRealSugarPants]

Born and raised in Rochester. Moved away...and then came back. A great place for food, family, cocktails, hills, lakes, hikes, cocktails, locally-sourced wines, festivals, fall colors and cocktails.

[@juancastaneda9371]

Coming back after living in Houston and LA.

[@ONGSWIZ]

@@juancastaneda9371 y 😭

[@inedenimadam]

Don’t forget cocktails 👀

[@pdc9093]

Thanks for such a great view of our city! I'm a life long Rochestarian and we often get a bad rap. I appreciate such a positive look at Rochester!

[@AmerkFlack]

Sooooooooooo amazin' Life long Rochestarians as well! Soooo great! @paulCusker

[@brycefox6711]

I agree, as much hate as our city gets, I love it, it’s probably going to be my lifetime home

[@rick8125]

Why does it get a bad rap? Can’t control the weather, definitely not the only place with harsh winters. Is it the parts of the city with pockets of crime.?

[@hcarpam1]

Wow, my new home. Moved to the Rochester area 6 years ago from Texas after divorce. Love it here. People are warm and inviting. The trees, Erie Canal, Fall Foliage, mild summers, and the beautiful snow!

[@EatSeeRV]

So glad you enjoyed the move. It's a beautiful town

[@bobdroll6381]

Is it a safe city?

[@jocider5698]

@@bobdroll6381 If you're on the South/East side, you'll be fine and there are some great neighborhoods, but the North/West ends are quite dangerous with some of the worst crime rates in the state and really hurt the overall statistics of the city

[@bobdroll6381]

@@jocider5698 Thanks for the info!

[@robertmitchell8630]

Cost of living ?

[@paulroland5053]

Rochester has been trying to become a foody city for more than a decade. It's nice to see it is moving that direction. We aren't NYC, but there are some great places with talented chefs who appreciate quality food

[@bigcahuna42366]

I've lived in the Rochester area for 44 years, and we are an underrated gem. Our winters can suck, but when the weather is better in the spring, summer, and fall, we are a place that tourists can say they had plenty of fun. And compared with other U.S. cities, we are a reasonably affordable place to live as well.

[@westonkenyonmusic]

Love that city. Durand Eastman Beach, RMSC, the Erie Canal, the Tinker homestead, the old locks, Highland Park, Seth Green Trail, Strong museum, etc.

[@CAHOBBES]

My parents moved me to Fairport in 1965, in 1973 I moved to San Diego, I couldn't wait to get F of NYS, cloudy, muggy, rainy, hot humid summers, tons of mosquitoes, cold clammy winters...... I never looked back.

[@markwisniewski2227]

Rochester is one of the most underrated cities in the USA. So close to the Finger Lakes and so much cool stuff to do.

[@tarac5137]

I had no idea Rochester had so much cool stuff! Thanks for sharing. 🍻

[@EatSeeRV]

It's a great town! Thanks for tuning in Tara :)

[@ATL_Transparency_News]

It doesnt. Most of the rhings in this video are outside of rochester

[@cookingartguy2170]

My hometown. I've been gone for 33 years and I've lived in South Florida all this time, but I miss a lot about my hometown where my family and friends still live. I wish you could have seen the downtown of the 60s 70s and early 80s. It was our little Manhattan and it was a bustling thriving City with department stores that rivaled Macy's and Bloomingdale's. I worked at many of the restaurants downtown back in those days and it was a fabulous fabulous place.

[@EatSeeRV]

It's still a fabulous place! We really enjoyed our time in Rochester! - Dennis

[@cookingartguy2170]

@@EatSeeRV great to hear!

[@robertmitchell8630]

I am in Florida and giving serious consideration to moving to Rochester or close by

[@cookingartguy2170]

@@robertmitchell8630 I've lived in South Florida for 34 years now. I hate winters, but in my old age, who knows, I may move back up to Rochester.

[@robertmitchell8630]

@@cookingartguy2170 I may prefer a smaller town close to Rochester hopefully rent would be a bit cheaper Any suggestions?

[@user-xt7rs8md7p]

Enjoyed your video thank you Born in Rochester live in suburb on the west side… the more I travel, the more I appreciate the region… it’s truly a beautiful area, many things to do and places to explore

[@bobhewlett3633]

Glad you enjoyed Rochester. I live 5 miles East. Will have to try Rella. Nice video. Travel safe.

[@EatSeeRV]

Oooh please do! Tell Cruz you went from our recommendation. I'm still dreaming of that meal. Wishing you well Bob!

[@nomad22527]

Its funny. There's like two sides to Rochester. There's the side that feels some kind of borough or large neighborhood in NYC. Bodegas, old brick buildings, and we even had a subway some time ago. The other is like a little Portland. Craft beers, vegan joints, hippie stores, and yeah our farmers market is awesome. If you ever do come back, you should check out some hots restaurants like Nick Tahou's or dog town and get a famous garbage plate. Dinosaur makes some of the best barbeque in town if you're looking for some. You should check out this side to the city next time you come thru.

[@Gimme_bikelanes]

Moved here from Georgia at the beginning of 2021 and I love it here.

[@EatSeeRV]

So glad!

[@Brittany_Thurman]

I lived in Rochester my whole life and you make it seem cool. I also vlog here and can’t even find things to do. So thank you for this

[@craigfed]

I love this. I’ve lived in Milwaukee most of my life, but born and lived in Rochester too. Both these cities covered by you in such a short time!

[@EatSeeRV]

Haha that's awesome we're hitting all the towns/cities special to you!

[@howardhalter3032]

Just grateful and glad to see some other people that have been following I'm going to start following you thank you guys for who you are blessings safe travels

[@Skyz272]

I still ive here I love it born and raised here! its beatiful

[@jayg1438]

Grew up here and have moved away and back many times. Rochester is what you make it. For a mid-sized city and metro it has a lot to offer. You showed a lot of us what it is like to see it with fresh eyes again. Well done! Happy you enjoyed our time here. Try Letchworth State Park some time. NY also has good State Parks where it is safe and affordable to camp along Lake Ontario or in the Adirondaks. Someone mentioned Maine. I lived in New England for a few years. I would highly recommend Keene, NH; Portsmouth, NH and Portland, Maine. All great little cities in their own right.

[@bobdroll6381]

How's the crime situation in Rochester?

[@lisamurawske4168]

Rochester was really cool! Safe travels!!

[@EatSeeRV]

Thanks Lisa!

[@Holy_Bagel]

aint the dino barby right behind ya? I reconise that view lol

[@garretlewis4103]

The shot at the one brewery with the waterfall and the train going across the trestle was good. We too like to get our clothes at a thrift store. Always a good deal and saves them from getting thrown out.

[@EatSeeRV]

Glad you liked it. It was a fun shot for sure! So glad to hear you thrift. It's the way to go!

[@WinterVibrations]

Funny seeing this, I live literally right cross from Rella. It’s been 3 years but never tried it! Hope you enjoyed rochester!

[@EatSeeRV]

Oh my heavens eat a huge meal for me. Although I've heard the chef left. 😢

[@karinaayala4835]

I’m 18 now but I live in Texas now ,we moved down here in 2009 …wish we could’ve stayed :(

[@n1uno1965]

What fun! You are amazing artists! 🖖🏻😘👍🏻🙏🏻

[@adriannurse1502]

My entire family, both sides, is from upstate NY. I have cousins that live in Rochester, but I have never been there. Thanks for the video.

[@EatSeeRV]

Thanks for watching! If you have some family in Rochester then you definitely need to go visit! - Dennis

[@trish7080]

I'll be moving to Rochester at the end of this year ...thank you for video

[@EatSeeRV]

Glad it helped! Good luck with the move

[@howardhalter3032]

If you ever get back to Rochester get down to the port of Rochester and it's California rolling it's only open seasonal but if you want or Love sushi like I do it's great stuff try it out it's the best in this northeast part of this country

[@RiquiMartinez-u8g]

I live in Rochester NY.

[@Bruce-ee9rg]

Live in the ROC thanks for the new places to go

[@dougselsam5393]

Barely scratched the surface. Mingia. In fall, the first thing is to drive in some wooded areas to see the fall colors on the trees. The best part of Rochester is not even in the city itself.

[@IamaDutch-Kiwi]

It's good to see you both enjoying your friends' company and sharing some common goals. Farmer's markets are great- here in Dordrecht we have both Friday and Saturday 8am till 4pm both food and non food. It's a cultural thing. Don't think there is a township or village without one. That inner city waterfall is amazing. Your food videos are incredible and I always make sure now I've just eaten- or am about to eat. They tantalize my tastebuds no end. Happy travels, stay safe and be happy. 🙏 🇳🇿🙋‍ 🇳🇱

[@EatSeeRV]

Haha I'm glad you've learned not to watch on an empty stomach! Try editing on an empty stomach. It's a terrible idea

[@IamaDutch-Kiwi]

@@EatSeeRV you speak from experience I gather. 😂😂😂😂

[@travelingcatphotos]

My hubby carves the pumpkins but because of our warm Indian Summer that can't happen till later this week...I, however, paint mine and start early! If you catch my last video you will see our trip to the Patch for my birthday and how the first pumpkins turned out this year. The food in this video looked amazing! Worth the workout!

[@sherriweber7105]

Hi Dennis and Liz! Great video on Rochester NY. Nice that you had great food there and did some shopping at a market. They always have desks there on fruits and all. Nice you’re visiting a friend. Nice they have business dealing with Guinea pig toys and what have you. That’s nice and the merchandise is sold at Petsmart. Great job on in your pumpkins you carved. Thank you for this video and can’t wait to see your friends get their Rv going and you’ll be camping with them. Hope you have a great week. See you soon!

[@EatSeeRV]

Glad you enjoyed the Rochester vlog Sherri! Thank you for watching and traveling with us! - Dennis

[@edrumsas5420]

Great video. Enjoyed the vibe you guys bring to the screen .

[@EatSeeRV]

Thanks Ed, that means a lot!

[@pjf7044]

Music at 11:01 please? 😃

[@kamila2249]

Absoulutely love rgis video!

[@MrTmiket0007]

Thanks for sharing another wonderful video like always 😁👍

[@EatSeeRV]

Glad you enjoyed it Miguel!

[@EatSeeRV]

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[@kjhappykampers6305]

Love that you guys are in New York close to our home! Seeing places we didn't know about so close! (We live in a small town between Buffalo & Rochester.) Can't wait to see your next stop!

[@EatSeeRV]

It's a great state. Hope you get to explore some of these Rochester gems :)

[@carriegreen3561]

Love you guys so much from Traverse City Michigan you are the best can't wait to see your next adventure love you sweeties!!!

[@jaycray708]

Hey I wish I saw y’all I’ve been living here in Rochester my whole life

[@marycarmengagu1112]

Hola desde Sevilla, España. Me ha gustado ver que estás aprendiendo el idioma Español. Aunque nosotros en España no decimos "chido", eso es más de México. Nosotros los españoles decimos "chulo" cuando algo is very cool. ; ) We will soon visit Rochester again to be with our American family. We will visit again the places that you have shown in your beautifull video. I send you a big greeting from Andalusia. Seville. Spain.

[@howardhalter3032]

If you get to Rochester market there and you're buying food produce etc the smartest time to get it is not early morning it's late afternoon when they're all ready to push everything out very inexpensive and you're talking to an old school old dog boy from Rochester public market

[@TravelSmallLiveBig]

Love your friend's business idea! Find your niche. Are guinea pigs a thing again? They would have to be easier than my Lab pup. Cool area :)

[@EatSeeRV]

Yeah we are impressed with everything she has accomplished! I guess so, they do seem fairly easy pets to keep and are pretty cute too! - Dennis

[@800oceandrive5]

We love Rochester the home of Brother Wease and Dino K

[@erickandtheourbacks1072]

I think I’ll make a Rochester vlog this weekend

[@ericvaneck4296]

Are you headed to Maine by chance? We just back and it was a great place to see the fall colors!!

[@EatSeeRV]

Not this trip. I'm sure it's EPIC in fall. We want to go back but won't this trip. - Liz

[@chriswhynder8311]

where is 9 sec mark at?

[@davidoverholt251]

Love watching Liz and Dennis!

[@EatSeeRV]

Thanks for traveling with us David! - Dennis

[@oneeightnineseven1]

Hit up cohoes falls! There’s a cool trail that goes along the falls on river st. in waterford!

[@EatSeeRV]

Awesome! Thanks for the tip

[@anabellabella2266]

Is Rochester NY near the Strong Memorial Hospital NY 14642 unsafe to live, to work? Thank you.

[@bethlef5168]

Love the videos!!!!!

[@EatSeeRV]

Thanks Beth!! :)

[@kariwilson5766]

How do u find a class with him in New york?

[@EatSeeRV]

Our friends found it!

[@reviewmystuff1785]

Best food in the world in Rochester NY

[@badassuchiha4875]

Damn you gals are to much Fun yea New York has some pretty Attractive Places but ain't much to do tho Saratoga & Half-moon... Clifton Park got lots of Restaurant Joints

[@debbicowan2728]

What? No Garbage Plate or white hots,?

[@bicgohill8756]

Wow Rella gets 5 stars on yelp, I’ve never seen 5 stars for anything on yelp. Your Spanish is excellent, you do not sound like a gringa at all lol.

[@jaisiviaj9984]

Love how you made My city look and different experience . I will say only certain type of people have a good time in Rochester. Inner city has a totally different culture and we have the best food and very authentic Rochesterian lol but many people will feel unsafe to go there to try. It’s a whole other side of Rochester inner city people will never know or experience, but at least I got to watch it through you lol

[@EatSeeRV]

Sadly that's true for nearly every city. Glad we got to take you along and hope it's an experience you get to have yourself! Thanks for watching 😊

[@cruzsalvador6590]

hola Daniss y Liz muy bonitos sus videos cuando regresan a México

[@EatSeeRV]

Hola Cruz, en el proximo año para inverno. - Liz

[@ftkinsella]

Cool video. Cheers

[@EatSeeRV]

Thanks F&T. Wishing you well!

[@alanjones9884]

Awesome pumpkin.

[@EatSeeRV]

Thanks! 🎃

[@kentboys6981]

GOTHOM CITY!!!

[@jennadelorme2995]

I was born and raised. Unfortunately it's one of the most violent cities. Shootings and stabbings is just another day in Rochester. It's very sad.

[@randomland9088]

That's a good ass relationship when you allow ur man to see an old female friend.

[@gosmall.livelarge]

Pumpkins!

[@EatSeeRV]

So fun! 🎃

[@badassuchiha4875]

btw you are the Life of the Party

[@TheQuadrant193]

I'm from San Diego and had to visit Rochester in middle of February so it was cold and snowy AF but from what I could tell the city is pretty shitty. San Diego seemed like heaven and was so happy when I flew home. Stay Classy S.D 😎

[@crazyboonie9636]

You didn't eat the Rochester staple,. The Garbage Plate!

[@official_zae_flowz]

I have 3 boy Guinea pigs that need homes ….please reply back soon as possible

[@garymiller4141]

My family has lived in the Rochester suburbs for over one hundred years.I am the only one left out of a vary large family. The reason for the exodus over the years ,high crime levels,one of the highest property taxes in the country,lowest graduation rates in the country,highest level of political corruption,and corrupt management, winters are miserable, high paying jobs are nowhere to be found especially after the clasp of Kodac.Please remember the city of Rochester is mainly populated by welfare recipients and it is a Democratic communist party run sanctuary city that is run the same way as New York city and we all know that city has turned into a schit hole

[@jssekyl]

Lol.

[@ATL_Transparency_News]

Big thing about people showing rochester is they talk about things not in rochester. It is a dirty little city that is dead

[@EatSeeRV]

Everything we showed here was Rochester lol

[@sopranogirl13]

Glad you had a great time in a city with one of the highest crime rates in America!

[@EatSeeRV]

🤣 that doesn't bother us. Have you watched any of our other travel vlogs? Detroit, 21 states in Mexico series? A city or country's reputation doesn't hinder the ability to have a great time while visiting. Seek beauty and you will find it. - Dennis

[@mauricioysuvidatravelblogs3008]

I can teach you Spanish 😊

[@tempestflare4339]

You've been pronouncing it wrong this entire time and you know how you're supposed to say it if you your husband lived here say it with me now "Rotten Chester" a proud Rochester inhabitant

[@michaeltucciarello]

Rochester gets a bad rap because of negative people that go through hardship blame all their bad luck on the city, Straight from Hitlers play book, If you say something over and over again, it becomes believable.

[@hansstepford7824]

H. A woman. Mayor knows

[@CollDott]

Why are you talking right next to a bunch of dirty shoes don't thru smell horrible and who would store worn shoes like that!! 😂

[@Lazekial]

The city sucks, way too much violence.

[@EatSeeRV]

Sorry to hear you feel that way. Violence plagues countless cities, such a shame.

[@SasquatchSea]

Rochester = Dumpster

[@garybarney5383]

High falls,high crime,high taxes ,9 months of cold weather ,overcast skies and the mean snobbish folks around,,,,leaving for me was the only choice.