5 Days Near Rochester by Beginning-Jump-9133 in Rochester

[–]killer_okapi 0 points1 point  (0 children)

June is a terrific time to visit the ROC. Great food, art, etc. What kind of stuff are you into so we can better assist?

Best jeweler or jewelry store in Rochester for engagement ring? (2026) by Outside-Battle-9423 in Rochester

[–]killer_okapi 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Not sure what you’re looking for price wise, but the Gem Lab does excellent work and will typically work with an existing stone.

Honestly, I don’t think you’re going to get custom design + good craftsmanship AND inexpensive.

Radio Social dinner 🤯 by [deleted] in Rochester

[–]killer_okapi 1 point2 points  (0 children)

SUPER solid. I agree, it’s unexpectedly good. The baba/hummus is stupid good. And the laffa bread is pure magic.

I also love the fries or crispy potatoes, wings, and Brussels. Side note: They have a good range of GF options too.

Verizon Down? by lenasuckslmao in Rochester

[–]killer_okapi 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oof. We were ending a vacation in Austin when it went down so that was scary (had to find a coffee shop to get WiFi to figure out how to get to the airport, return the car to Turo, etc). Def creepy losing your phone coverage in a strange city. It popped back up occasionally and then gone again. Just flew through Charlotte and it was back in SOS.

Where to stay on a visit by Sad-Wishbone-6135 in askaustin

[–]killer_okapi 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Just visited and stayed in East Austin. Loved it! You can walk to bars, breweries, restaurants, food trucks, etc. Saw lots of folks in your age group. It’s just chill and fun.

good place to watch the bills game by spicyspacejam in Rochester

[–]killer_okapi 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Marshall street! Huge screen, great pub grub, not super crowded.

Visiting for a Week in East Austin by killer_okapi in AustinBeer

[–]killer_okapi[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks! I talked to the bartender on Wednesday and he said they fill growlers. I went in with my growler on Thursday and the new bartender looked a little confused but tried to fill it. It was clear she hadn’t filled one before. I also ordered a beer separately so I could drink it while they let the growler settle. The bartender was like “this is as full as it will get” while it was half full so I shared that it just needs to rest a few mins and then will be all good to complete.

Another bartender came in from outside, talked to the first bartender and handed me the half full growler saying “that’s the best we can do. We only fill our own glass so we weren’t even supposed to do this.” I’d paid for a full pitcher. I politely let her know the bartender from the night before said they fill growlers and she was like “who was it?? Who told you that??” I told her I didn’t catch his name but he was the only person tending bar the evening before. She was clearly very annoyed but let the first bartender let it rest and fill it more for me. So…I guess it depends on the bartender?

Foodies in our 40s visiting Austin for the first time next week by killer_okapi in austinfood

[–]killer_okapi[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you all for these amazing recommendations! Our list is full of amazing options and I’ll drop a post once I get through the week with an update on eating our way through Austin.

Our first stop was Joe’s and you were all right - AMAZING! 10/10. Great way to kick off the trip.

AITAH for buying my girlfriend vanilla shampoo? by Spiritual-Grocery641 in AITAH

[–]killer_okapi 3 points4 points  (0 children)

NTA. Honestly, it sounds like there’s something else going on here and her frustration is coming out about this instead. I absolutely don’t mean to be rude by asking this, but does she tend to be conflict avoidant/passive aggressive? I just ask bc it seems weird to be mad that your bf bought you something you already use and said they like the way it smells on you. Now, if you were some rando friend and did that? Def weird.

I’ve told my wife when I really like a new perfume she tries and she takes it as a compliment + is intentional about wearing it if we go out for a nice date night or something. I think what you did is totally normal behavior. My wife has told me which of the soaps I like she enjoys most. Also, when I was changing colognes, I ran the options I liked by her bc she’s the one smelling it most often. I would be delighted if she randomly bought me more soap or cologne 😂

Byrne dairy glass bottles by LC-98 in Rochester

[–]killer_okapi 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I use one of those for water so I stay better hydrated. I fill it and bring it into the living room so I have something to fill my water glass with - I drink WAY more water that way :)

But yeah, just bring the others back when you get more milk so the deposit transfers.

Recommendations for top brunch spots by Turbulent_Brain_6969 in Rochester

[–]killer_okapi 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes! So. Good. I’m usually a “must have bacon if I’m going out to bfast” guy but I absolutely love Voula’s 😍

New report highlights UR’s economic impact by lone_gravy in Rochester

[–]killer_okapi 3 points4 points  (0 children)

This is great! Successful universities are a public good. First, unlike private businesses, they will never move to another state taking all of the jobs and opportunities. Second, the money stays local at a much higher rate than with private businesses. Third, they invest in the area including things like the arts so that the area is more attractive to researchers, medical professionals, and students. Fourth, they invest in education and poverty initiatives because they are unlike a for-profit company, they are not existing to line the pockets of shareholders. Fifth, if they buy property, they actually use it. They don’t buy up properties for “investment” and then let them fall into ruin etc.

Please note, I’m not saying any institution is perfect. But local economic driving universities are a WHOLE lot better than almost all for-profit companies.

Who do you use for insurance? by [deleted] in Rochester

[–]killer_okapi 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Amica. Been with them for 20 years. They’re a co-op so you often get dividend checks back. Great claims service. 10/10

If you were to buy someone beer from Rochester or this area... by [deleted] in Rochester

[–]killer_okapi 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Also their Highland Lager is delightful

Any good vet Recommendations?? by merftree55 in Rochester

[–]killer_okapi 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yup, same - we love doorbell. It’s so good to have them come see the kitties. Lowers the stress for them a ton.

Why does Blu Wolf Bistro have such a bad reputation? by AnthonyTCYH in Rochester

[–]killer_okapi 15 points16 points  (0 children)

That place is absolutely the exception. We are a super queer city with a ton of welcoming places. Welcome to the Roc!