Bug Jar, Rochester NY

It's called the bug jar. It's a dirty rock bar. As long as you don't expect anything too nice, it's a great place to see a show and hang.

Fantastic place.can be crowded and loud and dark, if thats not your jam than this isn't the place for you.this is a fantastically artistic space with an amazing atmosphere.staff is extremely friendly and the live music is always very talented.

I used to haunt the Bug Jar in the 90s, and I'm happy to say it hasn't changed an iota since then. Great bands, great crowd, and ambience for days.

First time after growing up in Rochester and now living overseas, what a fab venue. The music by Saphron w JC on lead guitar closing after two other bands and only 10$ door can’t be beat, gorgeous patrons and cool bar staff. Go there, enjoy the music, drinks and nice peeps.

Bug Jar is a fun and unique bar on Monroe Ave in Rochester, NY. The venue often holds live music on a small, but eccentric stage area. The whole building is decorated in a very one of kind/distinctive way!

I had a great experience here. The concert was very loud in a good way, and felt very small and big at the same time. Makes you feel like you're at some underground show or in an dumb indie flick. I would suggest dancing, it's fun

Truly a grungy joint. Saw some folks behind the bar barking at eachother over the placement of a box.

First time to Bug Jar. Love the intimate setting. Mingled with members of 3 bands. All three bands were fantastic: Pengo, My Education, Acid Mothers Temple. Sound system was good. Great bar staff. Would definitely return to this venue.

Bartender literally just cussed out and screamed from on top of the bar at a middle age woman that was frustrated and calmly explaining it. Go here if you want to watch hipster kids treat people with disrespect

Bug Jar is the place to be in Rochester for great local and National bands! Doug, Oz and Dickie are great dudes as well and the staff are top notch!

Captures the essence of a party in a bug jar. Great local bands and awesome staff. A variety of drinks and fun. What most would call a great night out

May not be for everyone but for us it's an awesome place with an awesome history and the employees are friendly and cool.

The Bug Jar is a Rochester must visit for great shows /art and cool bartenders.

The bug jar is one of the places in rochester where you can definitely find metal-punk-rock - hip hop shows, drum and bass and so much more.

Be sure to check put upcoming shows or artist displaying work at the jar, as It never disappoints and usually showcases great and unique works from local artists.