15 New Rochester Restaurants We Reviewed and Previewed in 2012

Our Around Town writer, Laura Cassar, enjoyed telling Rochester Patch readers all about the new places to dine in Rochester and Rochester Hills this year.

Have you tried these restaurants that opened in 2012? Which were your favorites? Which ones do you plan to check out in 2013?

Clubhouse BFD

With a moose over the bar, a shrine to Johnny Cash and a menu of favorites, newest Rochester Hills restaurant is open for business.

The Meeting House

The Meeting House: Contemporary and Cozy in Downtown Rochester: The new restaurant on the corner of Third and Main opened Tuesday, and Patch was there to check it out.

Jersey Mike's

It's Fresh and Has 'The Juice;' Are You Ready for Jersey Mike's?: We had a sneak preview of Jersey Mike's, which opens Wednesday in Rochester Hills.

Hibachi House

Let Me Stand Next to Hibachi House Fire (It's My One Burning Desire): New restaurant open in downtown Rochester.

Smackwater Jack's

I Finished the Folded Crust of My Smackwater Jack's Pizza: Our Around Town columnist discovers how attention to detail makes downtown Rochester's newest cafe a hit.

Holy Cannoli

: Family-owned-and-operated Main Street shop offers cannoli like your grandma used to make.

Luca's Chophouse

Where's the Beef in Rochester Hills? At the New Luca's Chophouse: Here's your first look at the newest fine dining experience in town.

Dublin Fish and Chips

: We tried out the newest downtown restaurant and fell in love with the flaky freshness.

Noodles & Company

Noodles & Company Celebrates Grand Opening by Giving Back: All of today's sales at the new Rochester Hills restaurant will be donated to The Rainbow Connection.

112 Pizzeria Bistro

Newest Pizzeria in Rochester Hills Was Inspired By Detroit's Eastern Market: The menu at 112 Pizzeria Bistro is small but brilliant, the owner is a lifelong foodie and the pizza — well, you'll just have to read the review.

Mama Mia

Downtown's New Mamma Mia Offers Pure Italian Comfort: The restaurant opened last week at University and Main.

Bloomberry Yogurt

Bloomberry Frozen Yogurt Offers a 'Mom Approved' Treat:We tried out the self-serve yogurt shop that opened this summer in the Papa Joe's plaza.

Paint Creek Cider Mill

It's Not Just Cider and Donuts Anymore: A former manager of downtown Rochester's Mind, Body & Spirits takes over the Oakland Township landmark, expanding the menu and staying open for business all year-round.

Blackbird Bistro

You Can Still Get Your Tower Pizza at Downtown's Blackbird Bistro: The name has changed, the decor is new but the pizza has remained the same; a new menu debuts today at the former Tower Pizza.

Sweet Island Yogurt

Self-Serve Yogurt Shop Coming Soon to Downtown Rochester: You'll pay by the ounce at Sweet Island Yogurt on Main Street.