A Stage Dive Into the 585’s Rising Music Scene, Part 2
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A Stage Dive Into the 585’s Rising Music Scene, Part 2

To understand the 585’s rising music scene, one must see the value of local talent, as there are over 3,000 unique bands performing regularly at local bars and music spaces regionally. Rochester has an eclectic artistic underbelly, and while local music venues tend to be smaller, they excel at offering a closer connection between the audience and performers.

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Asian Kitchen, Swillburg’s Refreshing Northern Chinese Cafe
Cuisine, Chinese Food, Swillburg, Rochester Andy Gold Cuisine, Chinese Food, Swillburg, Rochester Andy Gold

Asian Kitchen, Swillburg’s Refreshing Northern Chinese Cafe

From the street side on Clinton, Asian Kitchen may appear as a clandestine storefront, unassuming, and easy to miss. However, a side entrance that allows for easy access from the parking lot, and is somewhat reminiscent of similarly clandestine Chinese restaurants in Chinatown, L.A. A more adventurous eater who enjoys authentic and affordable Chinese cuisine will leave this artsy cafe-style restaurant thrilled and satiated.

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The Vinyl Hits are Still Spinning on Rochester’s Record Row
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The Vinyl Hits are Still Spinning on Rochester’s Record Row

Record Row is the site of three remarkable record shops: Bop Shop Records, Needle Drop Records, and the Hi Fi Lounge. Each shop is unique; they have their own flair, elevate different genres of music, and contain nuanced specializations that set their stores apart. All shops sell vinyls, CDs, and other wonderful collections, but no two shops are alike.

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Happiness is a Warm Hand Pie from Crust Pie Co.
Cuisine, Culture Andy Gold Cuisine, Culture Andy Gold

Happiness is a Warm Hand Pie from Crust Pie Co.

The Crust Pie Co. origin story is another tale as sweet as pie, involving Rebecca Vang’s leap from the marketing world to embarking on the dream of owning a small business. It is a labor of love that involves early morning baking, positive growth, overcoming challenges, and the pursuit of joy through freshly baked goods offered to the community. With every recipe created by Crust Pie Co., bliss permeates through the threshold of a flaky crust. It is a place where happiness can be gently held in a savory and warm Banh Mi hand pie.

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