A tasty neighborhood treat located in East Rochester, NY, Perlo's is only ten years old but feels like it is much older. And in this case that's a good thing. Walking in, the staff greets you like long lost family, and indeed many of the patrons are on a first name basis there. The bar was occupied by a relaxed and chatty group enjoying an evening cocktail. It's a very welcoming establishment.
But down to the business at hand. Famished after traveling from Chicago, an appetizer was in order. Highly recommended, the Arancini de Riso is a fun and tasty treat. You receive three risotto rice balls with prosciutto, peas and mozzarella topped with the house marinara. All homemade here folks, you can taste the freshness in each bite. Accompanying it is a basket of warm, crusty bread to mop things up with.
Entrees ordered were two of the specials. The Crusted Tilapia was delicately sauteed and bedded over field greens.. To call the the other Ravioli would be an injustice. It was an outrageous dish with house made Italian sausage ravioli accompanied with broiled shrimp. Served with the house marinara, the ravioli were precisely al dente and balanced the shrimp nicely.
There was plenty to take for another light meal, or not too much to finish if one so desired. Perfect portions and nice pricing to match. If you find yourself in the area, Perlo's (perlosrestaurant.com) sure beats the hell out of the garden of olives. 4.5/5
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