Nick Tahou's Hots – American
Steeped in Rochester history, this legendary late-night haunt hums with the energy of a bustling griddle and the irresistible aroma of spiced meat sauce. Diners gather for the iconic Garbage Plate, a glorious, unpretentious heap of textures where sizzling hots and burgers meet cool macaroni salad and golden fries in a symphony of savory indulgence. It is a quintessential experience that transforms a simple meal into a celebrated local rite of passage.
West Main Street, City of Rochester, New York 14611 https://www.garbageplate.comRating: 5/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: American
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, halal, high-protein, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-sodium, pescatarian, plant-based, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, renal, tlc
Diet fit at Nick Tahou's Hots
Dairy-Free at Nick Tahou's Hots
Nick Tahou's Hots in City of Rochester has 3 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Home Fries, Macaroni Salad and French Fries. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Nick Tahou's Hots
Nick Tahou's Hots in City of Rochester has 3 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Home Fries, Macaroni Salad and French Fries. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Nick Tahou's Hots
Nick Tahou's Hots in City of Rochester has 1 high-protein-tagged dish on its current menu, including White Hot. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at Nick Tahou's Hots
Nick Tahou's Hots in City of Rochester has 1 nut-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including French Fries. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Nick Tahou's Hots
Nick Tahou's Hots in City of Rochester has 2 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Home Fries and French Fries. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Nick Tahou's Hots
Nick Tahou's Hots in City of Rochester has 3 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Home Fries, Macaroni Salad and French Fries. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Heart-Healthy at Nick Tahou's Hots
Nick Tahou's Hots in City of Rochester has 1 heart-healthy-tagged dish on its current menu, including Macaroni Salad. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Sodium at Nick Tahou's Hots
Nick Tahou's Hots in City of Rochester has 4 low-sodium-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Home Fries, Macaroni Salad and Hamburger. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Nick Tahou's Hots
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Italian Sausage | 44.7 g | 16.7 g |
| White Hot | 13.3 g | 14.3 g |
| Hamburger | 27.9 g | 14 g |
| Cheeseburger | 64.6 g | 9.5 g |
| Red Hot | 2.2 g | 4.2 g |
| French Fries | 44.6 g | 4.1 g |
| Macaroni Salad | 15 g | 3.9 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Guests celebrate Nick for its welcoming, timely service and pleasant ambiance, noting that the kitchen clearly takes pride in every flavorful dish. Diners rave about the tasty soups and well-prepared main courses, highlighting the warm atmosphere that makes for a consistently enjoyable visit. Reviewers frequently praise the high-quality preparation and express a strong desire to return to explore more of the menu.
Menu
Garbage Plates
The world-famous Rochester original.
- Original Garbage Plate - $12.95: Choice of two: cheeseburger, hamburger, red hots, white hots, Italian sausage, chicken, or fried ham. Served over home fries, french fries, beans, and/or macaroni salad. Topped with Nick's signature meat hot sauce, onions, and mustard. Available at: dinner, lunch
Sandwiches
- Cheeseburger - $5.5 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hamburger - $5.25 Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Red Hot - $4.75: Rochester-style red frankfurter Available at: dinner, lunch
- White Hot - $4.75: Rochester-style white pork/veal frankfurter Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Italian Sausage - $5.95 Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- French Fries - $3.5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Home Fries - $3.5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Macaroni Salad - $3.25 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
Frequently Asked Questions about Nick Tahou's Hots
- Is Nick Tahou's Hots dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Nick Tahou's Hots has 3 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Home Fries, Macaroni Salad and French Fries.
- What can I eat at Nick Tahou's Hots on a dairy-free diet?
- Home Fries, Macaroni Salad and French Fries carry the dairy-free tag, out of 3 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Nick Tahou's Hots have vegan options?
- Yes. 2 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Home Fries and French Fries.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Nick Tahou's Hots?
- Italian Sausage, at roughly 16.7g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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