Gerald H.
7/28/2025
This place had been on my list for a long time, but Rochester was never really nearby. That changed with a trip to the Finger Lakes. Stopped here on a Saturday for lunch. Not the most...
Nick Tahou Hots
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320 W Main St
Rochester, NY 14608
Nick Tahou Hots is a beloved Rochester, NY landmark restaurant that has been a local tradition since 1918. Known for its famous Garbage Plate, the restaurant was founded by Nick Tahou and is widely recognized as the original creator of this iconic dish.
Despite various regional variations inspired by the Garbage Plate, Nick Tahou Hots remains a go-to destination for locals and visitors alike seeking a taste of authentic Rochester cuisine. With a rich history spanning over 100 years, Nick Tahou Hots continues to uphold its legacy as a must-visit dining establishment in the area.
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4.0268 reviewsJim F.
11/17/2025
What can I say about that place. It was around before I was born and I'm 70. My fave was the cheese burger garbage plate with onions hot sauce, home fries , mac salad and Italian bread and...
Richard K.
3/29/2025
The inventor of the original trademarked "garbage plate", Nick Tahoe's stands as an historic icon in Rochester food. Good food. Fun food. Famous food. A tradition and right of passage for...
Shawn B.
11/2/2024
So, an iconic Place to Rochester, New York. I can see the draw to this casual diner dive. They're known for their garbage plates, which is kind of a plate with a bunch of stuff on it. This is...
KC O.
4/25/2025
FANTASTIC FOOD, got the combo plate with red hots and hamburger over fries and Macaroni salad... it's the best macaroni salad I've ever had. the soda selection is great, the food is delicious,...
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