The town of Brighton was established in 1814. It was once the biggest town around, occupying the land east of the Genesee River all the way to Irondequoit Bay; and from Lake Ontario to the southern border of present-day Brighton. The bustling center of this town and the hub of Brighton life were both right here at intersection of Winton Road and East Avenue.

Once the Erie Canal opened in 1822, only a few yards from the town center, Brighton became a popular tourist and trading destination. The canal became Rochester's chief commercial artery and connected manufacturers and farmers alike with bustling canal towns across New York.

The Brighton was opened to give weary travelers a home cooked meal and a warm bed on their journey. Officially abandoned in 1920, the old Erie Canal bed gave way to a railroad, a local subway and ultimately the 490 Expressway. Over the years, The Brighton has also survived many renovations and changes, but remains a place where Rochesterians still find good food at reasonable prices served in a warm and welcoming atmosphere.

We hope you enjoy dining with us and visit often!

All our dishes are prepared to order with the highest quality ingredients. If there is something that you don't see on the menu, please ask your server. We will try to accommodate you.

Hours
DINING
Monday-Thursday 11:30 AM-12:00 AM
Friday-Saturday 11:30 AM-2:00 AM
Sunday 4:00 PM-10:00 PM

Note: A limited (but satisfying) bar menu is available after hours.

BAR
Monday-Saturday 11:30 AM till (a discretionary) last call
Sunday noon till (a discretionary) last call

BRUNCH
Every Sunday 11:00 AM-3:00 PM

The 3-4-5 Happy Hour
Monday-Friday 4:30-6:30 PM

$3: Beers (excluding Guinness)
$4: House Wines + Wells
$5: Calls

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