Located in the heart of the community at 785 E Main St, Rochester, NY 14605, Jim's On Main stands as a welcoming destination for those seeking a genuine dining experience. Our establishment is built on the foundation of providing a comfortable space where neighbors, friends, and visitors can gather to enjoy quality food prepared with care. We believe that a great meal is about more than just the ingredients on the plate; it is about the atmosphere, the service, and the sense of belonging that comes with sharing a table in a place that feels like home.
Our philosophy centers on simplicity and consistency. We understand that in a fast-paced world, finding a reliable spot to enjoy a well-prepared meal is essential. Whether you are stopping by for a quick bite during a busy workday or settling in for a relaxed evening with family, our team is dedicated to ensuring that your time with us is pleasant and memorable. We take pride in being a part of the vibrant Rochester landscape and strive to contribute positively to the local culinary scene through our commitment to hospitality and guest satisfaction.
Why Choose Jim's On Main
A Welcoming Community Atmosphere: We have cultivated a space that prioritizes comfort and inclusivity. From the moment you walk through our doors at 785 E Main St, you will find an environment designed to help you unwind and enjoy your surroundings, making it an ideal location for casual meetings or quiet dinners.
Commitment to Quality Preparation: Our kitchen team focuses on the fundamentals of cooking, ensuring that every dish is handled with attention to detail. By emphasizing fresh ingredients and time-honored techniques, we aim to provide a consistent dining experience that meets the expectations of our diverse clientele.
Convenient Location in Rochester: Situated centrally on East Main Street, our restaurant is easily accessible for both local residents and those traveling through the area. Our location serves as a convenient hub for anyone looking for a reliable dining option in the 14605 zip code, providing a seamless experience from arrival to departure.
Dedicated Service Standards: We believe that excellent service is the backbone of any successful restaurant. Our staff is trained to be attentive, professional, and friendly, ensuring that every guest feels valued and well-cared for throughout their visit. We listen to our patrons and continuously work to refine our service to better serve the community.
Our Approach to Dining
At Jim's On Main, we view our restaurant as an extension of the Rochester community. We are not just serving food; we are fostering connections. Our team works diligently behind the scenes to maintain a clean, organized, and inviting environment that reflects our respect for our guests. We understand that the modern diner values transparency and reliability, which is why we focus on maintaining high standards across all aspects of our operations. By keeping our processes straightforward and our focus on the guest experience, we have built a reputation as a dependable choice for those who appreciate a no-nonsense approach to dining.
We invite you to visit us and see for yourself what makes our location a staple in the neighborhood. Whether you are a long-time resident of Rochester or just passing through, there is always a seat waiting for you at our tables. We are constantly looking for ways to improve and grow, always keeping the feedback of our patrons at the forefront of our decisions. Thank you for considering Jim's On Main for your next meal; we look forward to the opportunity to serve you and contribute to your positive dining experience in New York.
Looking Forward to Your Visit
As we continue to serve the Rochester area, our goal remains the same: to provide a consistent, high-quality dining experience that keeps our guests coming back. We are grateful for the support of our local community and remain committed to upholding the values that have defined our presence on East Main Street. We encourage you to stop by, enjoy the atmosphere, and share a meal with us soon. Your presence is what makes Jim's On Main a vibrant part of the local culture, and we are honored to be your choice for dining in the heart of the city.
Amenities and More
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible car park
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Wheelchair-accessible seating
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Reviews Jim's On Main
Chanthadeth Oyphanith
27-05-2026
This place was meh at best.
1. The N.Y. strip steak was supposedly N.Y. strip... it was the steakums I buy at the grocery store. Usually when I order N.Y. strip i get it at the diner I usually frequent (happened to be closed today).
2. Waitress doesn't smile once... the line cooks were happier than the waitress.
3. Cinnamon French toast was above sub-par.
4. Cost and value do not match.
I only came here once before and said I'd never come back. Wanted to give them one more try. Now I mean it when I say I will not be coming back.
Meal type
Breakfast
Price per person
USD 10–20
Food: 2
Service: 2
Atmosphere: 4
Noise level
Very quiet
Wait time
No wait
Andrew Moulton
24-05-2026
Awesome experience! Service was really above and beyond expectations, food was great, and really affordable too. $30 for 2 adults and a kid to eat with drinks. This will be our new spot after the public market!
Meal type
Breakfast
Price per person
USD 1–10
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Louisa Sanchez
13-05-2026
It was an enjoyable experience. We had an omelet with peppers, onions, cheese and bacon. The coffee was tasty and the free shot of OJ was a pleasant surprise. We ordered very well done hash browns, unfortunately they were less than what we asked for. They were barely crispy, which is the reason for the one point deduction. Needless to say, we would return.
Price per person
USD 10–20
Food: 4
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Noise level
Moderate noise
Wait time
No wait
Seating type
Indoor dining area
Doreen Hall
09-05-2026
Busy but efficient. Waitress was attentive and friendly. Food was awesome and cooked perfect.
Meal type
Breakfast
Price per person
USD 10–20
Noise level
Moderate noise
Group size
2 people
Parking space
Plenty of parking
Parking options
Free street parking
Jim Samuels
03-05-2026
Excellent food, prepared and plated like the 5 star rated restaurant it is, fabulous service and great prices. CASH ONLY, come prepared because you really really want to eat there. Oh, and you will likely find convenient parking closeby. More
Hassan Bhuiyan
28-04-2026
I love coming here, their food selection is great. I usually the steak, it’s awesome and cheap. They Only take CASH!!
The waitresses there are so beautiful and kind.
Tyler Pierce
26-04-2026
This is a great diner in the city. Staff were great, service was quick, and the atmosphere was perfect for a typical diner. I ordered the eggs Benedict and it was good, however the hollandaise sauce was broken and the potatoes were extremely oily. Wouldn’t stop me from going again though. Coffee cake was great and my wife had the 2-2-2 which was also great.
Order type
Dine in
Meal type
Breakfast
Price per person
USD 10–20
Food: 4
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Recommended dishes
Mix Scrambled Eggs with Sausage Hash Browns and White Toast, Toast, Sausage
Parking space
Difficult to find parking
Parking options
Free street parking, Parking is unavailable
Lamma Crafts
19-04-2026
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I don't like leaving bad reviews ever but I simply cannot ignore this. Upon … More
E Addison
12-04-2026
We are here for breakfast at least once a week, and it's consistently delicious. I can't speak for the whole menu, but the eggs florentine are the best in Rochester. Spinach is fresh not frozen, hollandaise sauce is from scratch not a mix, eggs perfectly poached, and they're generous enough with the hollandaise sauce that I don't have to ask for extra. The coffee mugs are at least 30 years old, small like they used to be, with local business adds on them and the servers never let them get less than halfway full. Hash browns cooked the way they're supposed to be done, get them with the onions and it tastes like a potato onion ring. So freaking good. Try the daily coffee cake (also from scratch), the serving is large enough for the whole table. Fruit cup comes in a tall parfait cup (fancy) and it's also fresh not frozen. Pancakes and waffles are rich, so come hungry. We love this place.
Meal type
Breakfast
Price per person
USD 10–20
Benjamin Richards
27-03-2026
A perfect diner breakfast. Friendly, prompt service. The food was delicious, and even the coffee was good! Highly recommend.
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Airy Tung
01-03-2026
The best diner in Rochester!!
Gonna try their omelets next time:)
Meal type
Brunch
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Shehan Jayasekera
30-01-2026
A bit of a wait on a Sunday morning. Standard diner fare at lower than average price. Honestly, probably the cheapest diner I have been to. The food was OK, nothing special. The milkshake was really good. There are USB chargers on the walls for charging phones.
Nathan Bantle
27-01-2026
Very impressed with the food and prices and quality of everything. You are pleasantly surprised when you learn your meal comes with a complementary cup of juice! Sausage was incredible and waiters were kind and pleasant to interact with. Can’t wait to return someday!
Gary Beehler III
15-01-2026
I loved the whole experience. The service was amazing All of the girls were so friendly and nice and attentive. The food was awesome I personally had the Texas hash and let me tell you what best hash I think I've had yet It had an awesome … More
Jeff
14-01-2026
I stopped by Jim's a little past 8am on a weekday for breakfast, where I sat at the bar (only bar and booths, no tables) and ordered the corned beef hash with poached eggs and a side of home fries. I didn't have to wait very long to get my food and the staff were very friendly.
I will say that while the food was good, it was nothing extraordinary in any way. The home fries only had a little crispiness to them, and the eggs were so so. I will say however that one of the eggs pictured was overcooked and had hardly any yolk. To make up for this they gave me two additional poached eggs on the side, which was very nice, however they were under done.
So while I'm glad I ate here, I won't necessarily rush back. In my humble opinion the king of breakfast in Rochester is still Jines.
PS: This place is CASH ONLY! They do have an ATM in the entrance, but it charges you $3 to make a withdrawal.
Order type
Dine in
Meal type
Breakfast
Price per person
USD 10–20
Food: 3
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 4
Robert Buckert
03-01-2026
I love Jim's!
Small place right on Main Street offering a great selection of classic diner … More
Loy Gross
23-12-2025
Stopped for breakfast and then a bit of snack while waiting for my car to get fixed. Was upfront with staff that I was waiting and got permission to hang for a bit. Super nice, great food, the coffee cake was to die for! Definitely recommend.
Order type
Dine in
Meal type
Breakfast
Price per person
USD 10–20
Alicia
09-12-2025
This place has heart, the food is delicious and quick. I always get oatmeal with brown sugar raisins and walnuts and butter 😍 and bacon LOTS of bacon. They also have a delicious breakfast sandwich,
the roll is so soft and fresh. I love the staff, it’s a laid back, attentive and welcome space. Also Scarlett a Johanssons daughter is working there 😂
Order type
Dine in
Price per person
USD 10–20
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Recommended dishes
Abhishek Singh
30-11-2025
One of the best breakfast place in Downtown. The variety of the menu and the kindness of the people working there is amazing. This experience is very rare nowadays. I had ordered standard buttermilk pancakes and French Toast. My friend made her own frittata. The pancakes were so so amazing. The prizes are just so low and unmatchable. The quality of the food is awesome. Place is very clean and beautiful. The owners are cute and friendly!
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27-11-2025
Large diner-style menu with a good variety of options. Good breakfast-all-day offerings: eggs any way, plenty of omelets and breakfast sandwiches, pancakes, waffles, and other staples. You can get a good burger fixed up fancy, hot and cold … More
Marisol Loncoa
09-11-2025
Stop by for a quick breakfast. Noone greeted us when we walked in so we sat ourselves. Three or four other tables that arrived after we did were greeted and asked if they wanted coffee and given a menu. Three different waitress just … More
David Stoller
04-11-2025
Had a very early morning appointment, and this great little diner on Main opens at 5AM, the earliest in Rochester i found! The establishment was clean, had very attentive service, and good food (Eggs Benedict with crispy hash browns and onion) I would have no hesitation to come back again. Parking on street.
Order type
Dine in
Meal type
Breakfast
Price per person
USD 10–20
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Recommended dishes
Robert Buckert
22-10-2025
I love Jim's!
Small place right on Main Street offering a great selection of classic diner food at great prices. Always prompt and friendly service. Never a bad choice for a quick bite or even a large brunch with friends and family. Love the small business, family-run aspect. Many regulars make the place feel so warm and inviting. Many fond memories made here!
zeev dragon
15-10-2025
I live in Rochester for the past 10 years. I have eaten in many restaurants in town. Today I have found a hidden gem. Strong hot coffee Food that made me bit my finger. What a breakfast experience. If this review didn’t help you choose nothing will. The photo is the inside. Should have taken a picture of the food sorry I eat it . Before I have decided to write a review
Price per person
USD 10–20
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Wait time
No wait
Seating type
Indoor dining area
Scott Mann
18-09-2025
First time in and not our last. The food was awesome. Best scrambled eggs I've ever had. Our waitress was amazing and the cooks were having a good time while they were working. Can't wait to come back with friends. Delish!
Order type
Dine in
Meal type
Breakfast
Price per person
USD 10–20
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Recommended dishes
idontgotnothin
11-09-2025
Was getting cash out of the ATM when a man behind me said “save some for”. I told I wont have any left after fees. He identified himself as the owner of the ATM and said the only fee was the $2.25 ATM fee. I told him the bank also takes a non banking ATM transaction fee. He insisted that it did not do that. I told him was wrong but he continued to insist that my bank wouldn't take out its own fee. Well I'm sitting here looking at a separate ATM fee. Please feel free to inform that ATM owner that he was absolutely wrong and should be embarrassed that he doesn't know how ATM fees work. Food and service were great btw.
Meal type
Breakfast
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
nancy coppola
16-07-2025
Delicious food! Very friendly staff, so well organized to serve all the hungry customers.
Meal type
Breakfast
Price per person
USD 20–30
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Reservation
Not sure
Special events
Not sure
Melissa Stio
04-07-2025
Had an enjoyable breakfast at Jim's this morning. Service was fast and polite. I thought portions were on the smaller side but prices were fair. Be prepared to pay with cash or to use the ATM on site, as no card payments are accepted.
Order type
Dine in
Meal type
Breakfast
Price per person
USD 10–20
Food: 4
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Eug F
17-06-2025
Amazing place for brunch or breakfast. Had a late breakfast here over the weekend and the food was amazing. Best blue berry pancakes I had in a long time. Service was great, wait staff kept my cup of coffee filed at al times. Everyone was courteous and friendly and the price was very reasonable. Higly recommend.
Price per person
USD 50–100
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Noise level
Quiet, easy to talk
Group size
3-4 people
Nancy Gift
20-05-2025
We got brunch, and were impressed by the eggs, bacon, and sausage. Grits were quite decent to us Kentuckians; don’t bother with the cheese grits unless American cheese is your thing. Service was kind and friendly and quick. Atmosphere was lively and fun. More
Jim Secker
11-05-2025
While visiting Rochester, my girlfriend and I had breakfast at Jim's On Main. Something about the name made me want to eat here. The owner was our server, and she was so pleasant to talk with and provided exceptional service. She suggested I order from the Signature Items, so I had the Calista Frittata. It has ham, bacon, sausage, and I picked feta cheese mixed with home fries and two eggs. I had a side of meat hot sauce that added some spice to my meal. It was outstanding. If you are in Rochester, I highly recommend Jim's On Main.
Meal type
Breakfast
Price per person
USD 20–30
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 4
Seating type
Indoor dining area, Booth seating
Reviews Jim's On Main