Marge’s Lakeside Inn in Irondequoit made USA TODAY’s list of best bars in the country.
The USA TODAY Bars of the Year 2025 list, released July 30, features 29 bars from dives to high-end cocktail bars.
“It’s so crazy and rare that little bars like ours get the privilege of heading into our 65th year,” said owner Francine Beth. “People don’t really realize the commitment and hard work it takes to keep this little treasure going. In a world where most people just love to complain about anything under the sun, it makes my heart happy to know we must be doing something right.”
USA TODAY Network food journalists live and work in states across the country. They know their communities, and they pooled their expertise to select the list which includes the places they spend their time and recommend to readers and friends.
Why Marge’s Lakeside Inn was named one of the best bars
Marge’s Lakeside Inn was named for the list for its beach setting and kitchy vibe.
Find more about Marge’s Lakeside Inn and how the list came together.
This article originally appeared on Rochester Democrat and Chronicle: Rochester favorite makes USA TODAY’s Bars of the Year 2025 list
Reporting by Tracy Schuhmacher, Rochester Democrat and Chronicle / Rochester Democrat and Chronicle
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