City council approves new tenant at Port of Rochester

ROCHESTER, N.Y. — Rochester City Council voted yes to adding a new tenant to the Port of Rochester.

City council members voted on the matter at Tuesday night’s meeting. Whiskey River Pub and Grill wants to lease the second floor of the port terminal from May 1 through April of 2030.

Whiskey River plans to operate a full-service restaurant with fine and casual dining along with a full bar. If approved, it’s expected to open this summer.