Awesome spot in the South Wedge. Great food. Excellent and relaxed service. The cocktails being back on the menu are awesome. Sit at the bar, get a table, go for brunch. Just go. You won't be disappointed. read more

The food was absolutely delicious. I would recommend this place to anyone. The service was fantastic we had Noah as our server he was very attentive. The setting was superb very romantic. Very classy restaurant in downtown ROC! read more

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Really enjoyed the vibes, service and atmosphere at Angelina's! I had the chicken cutlet, which was delicious--the salad was actually my favorite part. My husband liked his fish tacos, though the portion was a little small for him and he was still hungry afterward. Next time we'll probably grab an extra app to share. Overall, great food and good company! read more

South Ave has another charming establishment! I had wonderful dinners at Angelina's, I've been there twice now and am very impressed by the ambiance, wait staff, and most importantly the food! It's also well priced and very shareable I would highly recommend trying their specials, and their menu also updates some items frequently so making a return visit is highly encouraged I share everything with my table. The focaccia with dip was excellent, the sticky ribs is Korean inspired and delicious, the gnuddi were big, juicy and the pesto sauce was lovely. The other favorite item for me is the burger with friends! It's HUGE and it has some pork belly in there which provides that Asian flare. Finally their drinks are thoughtful and also Asian inspired. I recommend trying something new every time! I especially recommend the Banana Flip which was like a dessert itself and the Soju Martini is a good option if you've wanted to try a martini for the first time :) All in all so glad to have Angelina's as a local spot in South Ave! read more

Angelinas - Friends burger - New American Near Me - Rochester, New York

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Food was really wonderful, service was great, ambiance was beautiful, but noisy to the point where it became difficult to hear my companion and we were at a small intimate table for two (hence the four stars vs. five stars). Parking can also be challenging. To start, we had the brussel sprouts- if you like them- it's a must try! Beautifully shaved Brussels on top of a velvety cream and topped with a light breadcrumb topping. They were delicious! For our main course, we each got the steak special. Cooked perfectly, served with French fries on top of a white cream that seemed a little cheesy- to be honest, not a huge fan of this cream sauce, it could have done without- or something a little lighter. The steaks were great, so were the fries- but at $85 per plate, it seemed somewhat overprice for value vs price. read more

Overall a very lovely experience, nice space with natural light, a mix of normal and high top tables, and very attentive staff. Busy plating with an attempt at high-end new American. Everything was tasty and cooked well, however it's hard to stand out against all the other new American restaurants in the area. There was also an over abundance of heavy creams and sauces that overpower the food quality. read more

Angelinas - Chicken cutlet, steak, cucumber salad, fruits, cheese and crackers - New American Near Me - Rochester, New York

Love this place for a date night, ambiance is cozy and romantic at the same time. Plenty of seating but would recommend reservations. When you walk in the bar is first with a couple seating spots, but move further into the building there is a dining room. Bathrooms are away from seating next to the bar which is a good location in my opinion. They change the menu up per season I believe so I experienced the winter one and was delicious. Got the arancini's for an app with a cocktail and the gnudi which is like gnocchi. This dish was very flavorful. Service was great and didn't feel like we waited long at all. Will return again read more

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***4.5 Stars*** I was excited to learn about Angelinas in South Wedge, an area I have not visited lately and frankly needs a revival in terms of the food scene. Many small businesses have closed over the past few years pre- and post-Covid. Angelinas occupies the space where the Beale (and Toasted Bear Tavern?) used to be. The interior is casual and intimate. Classy but not too upscale. They also have an expansive bar that serves up decent cocktails. The food is excellent at Angelinas. A lot of dishes (appetizers and mains) are designed for sharing and are generously portioned. My wife and I shared the Castelvetrano olives, focaccia with feta and also the beet and radicchio salad. The olives were surprisingly sweet and paired well with the savory shaved pecorino cheese and acid from lemon juice. The focaccia was probably my favorite dish of the night, accompanied by a delicious bowl of warm cheese (mozzarella vs feta?), tomatoes and garlic. The salad was just okay, as the beet to radicchio ratio was off (too much radicchio and not enough beets). For our mains, we ordered the cavatelli and gnudi. Both very good. The cavatelli was served with a nicely balanced red vodka sauce that had just the right amount of spiciness from the chili flakes and richness from the cheese. The gnudi was also good, but very rich and buttery with their velouté white sauce. The gnudi themselves were very dense and filling. Again good for sharing as, I think anyone trying to eat 6 pieces themselves would be too much. As good as the food was, the service was just okay. We went on a Wednesday night, but it was still fairly busy. It took a little while for our orders to be taken and the waitress acknowledged the delay, but I think service could still be more prompt and friendlier. It could have been just an off night. We really enjoyed the food and drinks (5 stars), but I would only give the service and ambiance 4 stars. Definitely coming back though... read more

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The cocktails are great, definitely some unique and fun drinks. Service was a bit out of sorts, but overall fine. The food was ok as well, nothing really stood out as particularly memorable. Really, the sound may keep me from coming back. It's super echoey and tables get louder and louder trying to cut over the sound of each other. A little bit of sound treatment would go a long way. I'd consider coming back for a cocktail alone, when I'm not trying to talk to a date. read more

Angelinas - New American Near Me - Rochester, New York

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The food is way too expensive for the amount you get and it's mediocre at best! On top of that, I ordered two dirty martinis and got charged $36! The drink came in a mini martini glass. This place used to be good until greed snuck in. So sad. Lots of potential just bad business. read more

This is a new favorite of mine!! We had the scallops (special), the short rib, and the focaccia with feta and roasted garlic and tomatoes. Every dish was spectacular!! The corn grits and caramelized onion was amazing with the short rib, the scallops were buttery soft, the focaccia was baked to perfection. The service was incredible and one of the owners even came out to say hello to us. 10/10, will be coming back! read more

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I went out of my way to review this... We went for a friend's birthday and were so excited to try this summer menu. There were six of us and we ordered everything to share/sample, which was actually perfect because pretty much everything was able to be split six ways.... We had such an amazing time. Everything was absolutely fantastic and I will definitely be coming here again! You can tell they make everything fresh and use what a seasonal. I can't wait for their next menu... our server was great and the restaurant is so cute and clean. Would definitely come back for a brunch or shower in the back room. She said it hosted up to 25 people. I wish I took a picture of the food, but this is what we got: - PETERS BISCUITS, cheddar chive biscuits, whipped pimento cheese, chive We all were OBSESSED - I've thought about them a number of times and would love to pick them up and make a breakfast sandwich the next morning. - GRILLED BROCCOLINI, bagna cauda, herbed garlic toum, sesame dukkah Shockingly delicious - way better than expected. Whatever sauce they have is divine. - BLUE CRAB DIP, various herbs, lemon, chives, fried crackers I wish we would have got this first because the pimento cheese overpowered it from the biscuits but it's very delicious - soft flavors. I love blue crab. Could use more chunks but overall yummy. - FISH TACOS (3), crispy cod, heirloom corn tortillas, tonnato sauce, slaw We each split a taco and they were so fresh and delicious - made me feel like I was on vacation. - BURGER WITH FRIENDS, smash burgers, crispy pork belly, brioche, pork fat mustard, aioli Huge - cut in 6. Delicious flavors and came with so many fries we couldn't finish them. - LOBSTER ROLL, brioche, lemon aioli, herbed butter, frites Got 2 and split them - probably the best lobster roll I've ever had and everyone agreed. So soft and buttery 100/10. Dying to come back and try the linguine & the bolognese! read more

I'd like to start with the fact that this was probably our 10th time there. We love the food and usually the wait staff. Last night we had dinner there and the music is so loud it's not enjoyable. This is a restaurant not a night club. I get having ambient music in the background but not base so loud you can feel it. As for the waiter, I'm not your bro. The normal women that have waited on us in the past are always a 10/10. We will be going back for the amazing food and hopefully the music is turned way way down. read more

My husband brought me to Angelina's for my birthday dinner. I enjoyed both the romantic ambiance and the delicious food. Upon our arrival, there was a beautiful table card with "Happy Birthday" written in calligraphy. What a sweet touch! The server was especially responsive, and the food was decadent. read more

Last minute reservation on a Saturday night. Not a lot of availability, but a 7:45 worked for us. Found the restaurant on Yelp, and we're always seeking good farm-to-table options locally. Server was on top of things as soon as soon as we sat down. Wife had the pear cocktail special that she loved, and I inquired about flavored vodkas. They didn't have any, but offered to make whatever I wanted. So I asked for a cucumber vodka/soda. They muddled up some cucumber and lime, which was solid. Overall the menu is small, but diverse for all palettes. We were told the menu rotates every six weeks or so, which is great to keep things fresh when you go back. We started with the Autumn squash to start, which has the right amount of maple sugar to make it sweet, but not overly done, which allowed you to taste the squash, pumpkin seeds and golden raisins. Perfect appetizer. Wife had the mussels, which had an amazing hint of curry. The focaccia bread, which was lightly toasted, was perfect for dipping in the broth. I had the gnudi, which was recommended by the server. I've had gnocchi, but never gnudi, which is similar, but made with ricotta, instead of potato. The dish was prepared with black garlic and shallots. It was absolutely delish, and rich. In hindsight, this one is probably better shared by the nature of its richness. The best part of the meal was a table visit by the owner. It's so appreciative to have a locally owned restaurant, with a hands on proprietor. He wanted genuine feedback and loved to tell his story. He was fully invested in the neighborhood and making his restaurant an experience, not just a meal. We commented how we felt like we were in another city, and he agreed this is one of their goals. Well done Angelinas. We'll be back - with friends! read more

Angelinas - Mussels - New American Near Me - Rochester, New York

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A fun venue with an unusual menu, great cocktails, and a great bar in general. The food is unique, and imagine, well prepared, and generally delightful. Wonderful service, and always an interesting and satisfying time. read more

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Food was delicious. We ordered takeout and the food was ready when we arrived. Orders the chicken parm and calamari. Both were great.

The food is absolutely delicious. We have been many times and always have a wonderful experience. Beyond friendly staff and cocktails are officially back on the menu! Such a great place, highly recommend. read more

What an amazing little gem of a restaurant! We had a reservation and when we arrived the bar was packed! We were seated right away at our table for 2 and each ordered a cocktail from their menu. Both were delicious and different from the usual! Our server, Marissa, was fantastic and made us feel at home. The whole place has a very homey yet upscale atmosphere. We ordered the sticky Korean ribs, the burger, fries, and the scallops which were a special. WOW. Fresh from the kitchen our plates came as they were ready, family style. The portions are all meant for sharing and we had plenty of food! The burger is HUGE and also one of the best I've ever had. The scallops were delicate and rich and the sticky ribs were so good with the Kim chi. Such a variety in one meal! One of the owners came and sat with us a bit and explained the concept and history of the restaurant which we really really enjoyed. It's things like that which make a dinner out a true memorable experience and we know we will be back! read more

I frequent Angelina's for the wonderful atmosphere and food. The minute you walk in you are greeted warmly. Wonderful bar staff, hostess, and servers. You are made to feel like family. The wine selection is exquisite. The menu is always fresh, exciting, and never ordinary. I love the coziness, lighting, and special touches. Always my go to spot. read more

At the time of my visit, it was Angelina's Autumn menu. To drink, I ordered their seasonal Beet le Juice, a balanced rum libation. It was solid. To eat, my table ordered Burger with Friends, Braised Short Rib, Gnuddi, Porchetta Baguette and a few other plates and it was all good. So good. The service was over the top from Marissa and included a visit from the ownership to check on things. The ambiance of the restaurant itself was intimate, like an urban bistro. read more

Angelinas - Angelinas x Autumn Braised Short Rib. - New American Near Me - Rochester, New York

Angelina's was worth the wait. The ratings don't lie. The food was fresh and absolutely delicious, 5/5 stars. It's also a great date night. Can't wait to return. read more

Food was excellent! The interior of the restaurant is beautiful! Service was outstanding and the owner came around to greet each customer and make them feel welcome! Will definitely go back! read more

Kids are officially on camp week so the hubs and I always treat ourselves to dinner at local restaurants we either haven't been to or absolutely loved. I will say this one will fall into one we absolutely love/d!!! The ambience was a mixture of modern/contemporary meets speak easy and we loved it. We ordered off their specialty cocktail menu and all of the drinks were delicious (and this is coming from someone who has been known to book a flight to Denver just to have a cocktail from their favorite bar! lol) we ordered The Pearadox (a tad sweet but refreshing) Come Monday (think of a tiki rum drink but eliminate all the acidity and you have this flavorful and bold cocktail), More than Honey (pisco sour meets bees knees... yes please!) and The Tipping Point (something I imagine a sweet southern grandma saying I just put a little something. Special in there lol it's delicious and perfect for the sweet tooth and bourbon drinker). For the apps! We ordered the smoked trout and my lord I could eat my weight in that dip and home made chips! We ate all the dip and I took the left over chips home. We also ordered the whipped ricotta and bread! So at this point I was annoyed because it has honestly been a long time since we've gone out and had a good meal let alone a delicious meal and I was like see it's not that hard lol well apparently it is and they have it right. I was full at this point but still wanted to try their entrees. We ordered the chicken parm (the smoked mozzarella was a great surprise) and the Trofie Pasta (psssttt no boxed here) with a pesto sauce that tasted fresh out of the garden. So yeah as you can tell we thought it was ok lol may or may not be back tomorrow lol read more

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We had an excellent dinner at Angelina's! First of all, the inside was super cute! Trendy, but also homey at the same time. The drinks and food were also very good! I was glad that they had a healthy appetizer, the cold ratatouille. I would definitely get that again. But the stars of the show were the two entrees - the burger and the fish special of the day, which was an asian style tuna. The burger was unique and juicy, honestly one of the best in the city! Everything was very flavorful and came out quickly. The donuts for dessert were also excellent. We loved this restaurant and was so happy to check it out! read more

Food and service were both excellent. I can't wait to go back!! The salad portion was perfect, appetizer was delicious and the Gnudis were perfection. Light and fluffy and just UGHH read more

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BEST IN CLASS. Whoever is in the kitchen here knows what they are doing. The food is so well balanced between being classics but also interesting - being simple but full of complex flavors. I loved my server Jackie - she is BEYOND friendly and really sets a warm/chill vibe for the entire evening. Excited to try the spring menu! read more

Nice meal and great service! A little noisy once all the tables filled up. The wait staff was very helpful and knowledgeable.

For us 4 is an excellent review, 5 meaning all but perfection. The atmosphere was very pleasant as was the staff and food. Both of us are a bit hard of hearing, so it worked out well that we went late in the day when there weren't as many customers. It was a bit pricey for our budget, but not for the care and quality of the product. We look forward to going again. read more

Great time here for valentines day! Great food and ambiance. Well read wine selection. Must come back. read more

Angelinas - New American Near Me - Rochester, New York

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Braised short rib entree was absolutely amazing! I would highly recommend Angelina's! read more

Angelinas - Braised short rib - New American Near Me - Rochester, New York

We enjoyed the environment. The service was great. We enjoyed the castelvetrano olives as pictured. It was our favorite, very flavorful and fresh. The gnudi was good. I would compare it more to like a chicken and dumpling type of food. We also got the crispy fingerlings. The fingerlings themselves were cooked well. However, the sauce did not add anything to them. I wished the sauce had flavor. It was more like a plain milky creme. They were just lacking in flavor but cooked well! We also got the sticky Korean ribs and we both enjoyed the flavors. My husband got the burger with friends. That also had great flavors. The ambiance and service was great. read more

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Love, love, the food, the service, the whole affectionate Italian ethos and the location in thr Soith Wedge. It's become my daughter's favorite when she visits from Colorado. read more

Earlier this evening (a Tuesday night), I spontaneously stopped by Angelina's for the first time. I'd been wanting to try it out, and finally had a chance. Though the place was hopping, I was lucky enough to get in. I am so glad I did! The staff was friendly, efficient, and attentive, and clearly willing to take extra steps to ensure that patrons had a wonderful experience. The food was absolutely delicious. It was cold and snowing outside and I was craving something warm and comforting. The chicken gnudi I ordered fit the bill perfectly. SO good! But I also made note of other menu items that would appeal to me when I'm craving something fresh and light. The menu is well balanced and there's something for everyone. (And I didn't even mention their fantastic beverage menu!) Finally, the atmosphere is warm and inviting and equally appropriate for a casual dinner or a special night out. I will definitely be back!! read more

All-around great experience at Angelina's. Our server, Marisa, was wonderful and the food was excellent.

We were in town visiting our kid at U of R and came here for dinner. Not gonna lie, we were a little skeptical about what we'd find on the Rochester dining scene. This place is fantastic. It's super cute inside and much more spacious than a lot of restaurants in NYC. And the food was excellent. Weird to gush over broccolini but it was so good. We had clams, rigatoni, and a steak special - all excellent. And the person taking care of us (maybe the owner? Not sure) brought over some champagne because we were celebrating an anniversary. We actually came back for brunch 2 days later. And we'll be back next time we visit the kid. read more

Food was amazing! Service was good. Great atmosphere but it's extremely loud. I found it hard to have a conversation unless you lean in to talk,it's so loud. read more

I went with a work colleague of mine for a good dinner away from the rest of the conference. The atmosphere was excellent. The waitress was very helpful and was able to joke with us, and the facility was very clean. The meals were excellent proportion so we didn't have to take any back, but we didn't leave anything extra. it tasted like a good Italian restaurant should make it. I highly recommend. read more

Angelina's has quickly become my current favorite restaurant! Wish I could give this 10 stars. The food is consistently incredible, and I absolutely love the ever-changing menu--it keeps things fresh and exciting with every visit. One of the owners always takes the time to say hello, which is such a nice personal touch. I have never had a bad meal or drink here, and the service is always top-notch. Our server, Jackie deserves an award for putting up with my high maintenance dinner guests -- she is patient, kind, and made our experience even more enjoyable. If you have not been yet, I highly recommend checking it out! read more

Best meal we've had in a while. The short rib and the gnudi were our entrees after sharing a delicious pear salad. The flavors and textures in everything were outstanding and complimentary. Plates came out looking very instagrammable and the portions were generous. Other standouts was a special dessert of toffee, caramel, coffee cake layered a bit like a tiramisu with crunch on top. Utterly unique and delicious. The staff is also lovely. Treated us like friends they were glad to see even though we'd never met. We also liked the modern decor, high ceilings, and vibe of this place. Angelina's was everything we could've asked for in a good dining experience after a long, stressful day! read more