Shopping locally in Rochester and its surrounding villages is more than finding unique items—it’s about supporting small businesses that directly impact our families, friends, and neighbors. These businesses are the heart of our community, offering one-of-a-kind experiences and high-quality items crafted with care.
Explore boutiques, confectioneries, and artisan gift shops featuring everything from jewelry and hand-crafted chocolates to fine art, craft beverages, and farm-to-table meals. Many of these shops reflect the talent and passion of their owners, who put extraordinary attention to detail into every product.
Don’t miss pop-up holiday markets for more opportunities to shop locally and discover regional specialties. Shopping locally strengthens the economy, builds a sense of community, and offers a chance to meet the makers behind the products—you might even make a few new friends along the way!
This list constantly evolves, so share your favorites in the comments or contact me directly. Let’s continue to support the small businesses that make Rochester truly special!
City of Rochester
- Aaron’s Alley
- Abundance Food Co-op
- Akimbo Bookshop
- AltBar
- Ampersand
- Anderson Alley Artists
- Andy’s Candies
- Archimage
- Arena’s
- Arlene’s Costumes
- The Artful Gardener
- Artisans Annex
- Beads & Bangles by Jaira
- Bookeater
- The BoxArt Artisans
- CP Antiques & Collectibles
- Craft Company No.6
- The Creator’s Hands
- Eastman Museum
- Eclipse Boutique
- F. Olivers
- Figgy Studio and Shop
- Freewheelers Bicycle Shop
- Genesee Brew House
- Gods N Gladiators
- Greenovation
- Happy Earth Tea
- Hedonist Artisan Chocolates
- Hipocampo Children’s Books
- A Horse with Wings improbable beautiful things
- Hungerford Artisans
- Image City Photography Gallery
- Joe Bean Roasters
- Laughing Gull Chocolates
- The Library Store
- Little Button Craft
- Little Shop of Hoarders
- Living Roots Wine & Co
- The Lost Borough
- Mansawear
- Marilla’s Mindful Supplies
- More Fire Glass Studio
- New York Stylee
- The Op Shop
- Parkleigh
- Peppermint
- Poster Art
- Record Archive
- ReHouse Architectural Salvage
- Rochester Museum and Science Center
- Rochester Public Market
- Salty Boutique
- Second Look Boutique (coming in Feb 2025)
- Small World Books
- Stacy K Floral
- Statement
- Stem Rare & Exotic Plants
- Stever’s Candy
- The Store at MAG
- Stuart’s Spices
- The Strong National Museum of Play
- Sweet Poison Cupcake Boutique
- The Ugly Unicorn
- The Unreliable Narrator
- Three Heads Brewing
- useless objects
- Warehouse 127
- Wisteria Flowers & Gifts
- Women of Color New York
Monroe County
Brighton
Brockport
- Arjuna Florist & Design
- Bittersweet
- Country Treasures
- Eclipse Boutique
- Lagom
- Lift Bridge Book Shop
- Lightways Journey
- Mystical Threads
- The Red Bird Cafe and Gift Shop
- Sara’s Garden Center
- Smartypants Clothing
- Upstate Vintage Market
Churchville
East Rochester
Fairport
- Affaire de Chocolat
- Another Chapter Bookstore
- Bayberry
- Cloth-n-Mortar
- Corner Bookstore
- Diane Prince Furniture & Gifts
- FairPour Coffee Roasters
- Firehouse Wood Works
- Fizzy Bombs
- Lift Bridge Yarns
- Lollypop Farm
- Lombardi’s Gourmet Foods
- Main Street Mercantile
- Mescolata
- Railroad Street Artworks
- Red Bird Market
- Royal Cafe
- Sweet Charity
- Wala a Shabby Chic Boutique
- What’s Good
Gates
- Bauers Boutique Gift Shop
- Cadence Drums
- The Garden Factory
- Pflutter
- Pure Imagination Cafe
- Sungrove Blossoms
Greece
- Buffalo Bleached
- Frameworks
- Illuminating Expressions
- JF Jones Jewelers
- Rhino’s Comics & Collectibles
- Ryan’s Roc’N Deals
- The Shops On West Ridge
- Showcase NY
- Stutzman’s Guitar Center
Hamlin
Henrietta
- Blue Toad Hard Cider
- La Salon Bianca
- Lori’s Natural Foods
- Millennium Games
- Mythic Treasures
- Niblac Foods
- Palmer Food Services
- Shop 1 at RIT
Hilton
Honeoye Falls
Irondequoit
- Aman’s Farm & Market
- Bentley’s Studio
- Black’s Hardware
- Dan’s Crafts and Things
- Eastridge Antiques
- Encore Chocolates
- Farmhouse Table Shop
- Genrich’s Garden Center, Florist & Greenhouses
- House of Guitars
- Sarah Rizzo Skin Spa & Boutique
- Shelly’s Sweet Shoppe
- Sips Coffee & Cafe
North Chili
Penfield
Pittsford
- Abode
- The Bird House
- the boutique. curated by UB
- Breathe at Home
- Book Culture
- Chandeliers Boutique
- Chicke
- Cleo + Kin
- Cocoa Bean Shoppe
- A Different Point of View
- Finger Lakes Coffee Roasters
- Notion
- One World Goods
- Pittsford Farms Dairy & Bakery
- Powers Farm Market
- RocHAUS Collective Salon
- Scott Miller Salon | Spa | Store
- Upstate Threads
Spencerport
- The Estate Marketplace
- J. William Jewelers
- Liberty Hollow Antiques
- Holly-wood Decorative Creations
- Union Place Coffee Roasters
Webster
- curated. by JUSTINTERIORS
- Evie Boutique
- Farm House Fabulous
- Herman’s Farm Market & Cider Mill
- Kittelberger Florist & Gifts
- The North Bee
- Rosy Glow Maternity
- Schutt’s Apple Mill
- Secret Ingredient Cupcakery
- Sleepy Moon Blankets
- SoJo Boutique
Wheatland
Greater Rochester
Genesee County
Batavia
Livingston County
Avon
Caledonia
- ace + oak
- McKay’s Antiques
- Pastique
- Reflections of the Past Antiques
- The Sungarden
- The Village Gallery & Studio
Dansville
Geneseo
- Alley Cat
- Ambrosia Arti
- Florence’s Perpetual Estate Sale
- The Gallery
- HoneyGirl Gourmet
- Market on Main
- Not Dot Shop
- Sundance Books
- Touch of Grayce
Leicester
Lima
Livonia
Mount Morris
- Allegiance Antiques
- Carvings & More
- Country Gentleman Antiques
- Lamplighter Ministries
- T Maimone Antiques
- The Trading Post
- Trailside Treasures
- Wendy’s Pantry
Ontario County
Bloomfield
Canandaigua
Cheshire
Clifton Springs
Farmington
Honeoye
Naples
Geneva
Victor
Orleans County
Albion
Medina
- Ashlee’s Place
- Author’s Note
- Blissett’s Specialty Shop
- The Downtown Browserie
- Ellen J. Goods
- The English Rose Tea Shoppe
- Filomena’s Favorites
- Herbalty Cottage
- Mystic Dragon’s Lair
Seneca County
Seneca Falls
Wayne County
Clyde
Lyons
- Beautiful Beginnings
- Believe In Your Creation
- Deana’s Delights at The Trolley Station
- Dobbins Drugs
- Evolve For the Home – The Christmas Store
- Greco Jewelers
Macedon
Marion
Ontario
Palmyra
Sodus
Williamson
Yates County
Penn Yan
Surrounding Counties
Cayuga County
Aurora
Erie County
Buffalo
East Aurora
- Beulah’s General Store
- Fisher-Price Toy Store
- Four Honey Bees Cottage
- Fowler’s Chocolates
- Head Over Heels
- Vidler’s 5 & 10
Marilla
West Seneca
Niagara County
Lewiston
Olcott
Onondaga County
Skaneateles
Steuben County
Hammondsport
Tompkins County
Ithaca
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Rochester greenovation! It’s a great 2nd hand thrift store that has been around for 11 years!
Originally on main Street, then had to move to st Paul St, and is now moving to Flint st.
They are volunteer run and their mission is to keep usable items out of the landfill and help the community with affordable prices
Salty Boutique on Park Ave! They have such cool home goods ¥ apparel and lots of artisan made jewelry.
ReHouse Architectural Salvage at 469 W. Ridge, Rochester has over 21,000 sq ft of local salvage from properties that are being torn down or renovated. The space is well organized, bright and easy to stop. For unique, one of a kind items that add charm and character, shop ReHouse.
Artisans Annex at 467 West Ridge Road sells all local artists creations.
Arlene’s Costumes is your One Stop Disguise Shop for Halloween and so much more. They have been family owned and operated for 5 generations and 65 years!
They carry retail and rental costumes and accessories, theatrical makeup, wigs, hats, masks and other special products to make your events perfect.
Of course, Terry! Arlene’s Costumes is a great recommendation!
Sequels Consignment shop just added a new, second showroom in Brighton at 3450 Winton Place. The shop opened 6 years ago in Victor at a warehouse on 100 Rawson Rd. Added to all styles of furniture, the new 15,000 square foot shop has beautiful glassware, pottery, lighting, rugs, mirrors, and artwork–many from local artists. The owners also travel up and down the east coast to various auctions, bringing back furnishings and home decor not easily found in our area. You’ll find fine brand names like Stickley, Ethan Allen, MacKenzie-Childs, Waterford and many more. Open Tuesday through Saturday 11 to 5.
Mythic Treasures and Millennium Games in Henrietta are awesome and both just expanded!!