What a nice spot near Park Ave in Rochester! Went for brunch before a show at the auditorium…read moretheater. It was easy to make online reservations and they were able to combine my reservation with a friend's so that we could sit together! The interior is very rustic looking, but is kept up nicely. The menu offers a variety of options for everyone! I went with the veggie skillet, which was delicious and fed me for a couple meals. The fresh home fries were crispy and filling! Our waitress was very pleasant and we look forward to coming back again!

They hosted a baby shower for my family. Max was very…read moreaccommodating and made sure our vision became a reality. The food was delicious and most everyone working directly with us the day of the shower went above and beyond! The space was perfect!

We just had the artichoke pizza, lobster bisque, chicken parm, and chicken french (order w/ pasta)…read more as take out.....(Ate most of the pizza on the way home ) Everything was Amazing! Joe made sure we had plenty of cheese & butter w/ our order. We will be returning.

Had the Veal Milanese and it's the Best I every had. Met friends here and looked at reviews prior…read moreto see what's good and glad I didn't listen to them!

We were trying to figure out where to grab dinner one evening as it was getting late, and suddenly…read moreremembered that it had been quite a while since our last visit to Native. That was reason enough to head downtown and check it out again. It was a lovely, cool end‑of‑summer evening, and while the interior of the restaurant has a very cool vibe and décor, the patio was calling to us. Dining outside overlooking Geva Theatre, Washington Square Park, and the bustling intersection made for a perfect setting as the sun went down. We started with the Street Corn dip. One of our diners is vegetarian, so we asked for the bacon on the side, which they gladly accommodated. The dip--loaded with queso fresco, mozzarella, cheddar, jalapeños, scallion, and served with crostini--was incredibly craveable. We couldn't stop eating it, and the portion size was spot‑on for sharing. For mains, we enjoyed the Pasta Primavera (The Pasta Shoppe bucatini, pesto, shaved Brussels sprouts, cherry tomato, mushrooms, gremolata). The pasta was perfectly cooked, and the light, summery sauce with fresh veggies and bright flavors made this dish a standout. We also had the Heritage Pork Chop (14oz bone‑in chop, Dennis cherry black BBQ, tri‑colored potatoes, seasonal veg). The chop itself was beautifully cooked and paired with a lovely sauce. It was fantastic--but the seasonal vegetables actually stole the show. They were incredible and elevated the entire dish. Service throughout the evening was attentive and friendly. Between the gorgeous patio, the great food, and the relaxed sunset atmosphere, it turned into a truly lovely dinner. We're not sure why it had been so long since our last visit, but we definitely plan to remedy that. Native delivered a wonderful meal in a perfect downtown setting.

The service was good, keep in mind we went at a time that was not busy, and the place is clean and…read morechic We got mocktails and champagne, burger, empanadas and beef. Drinks were good but the food lacked flavor and didn't taste fresh at all. (The burger bun was good tho!) We got drip coffee afterwards, that was awesome Overall not sure if we would go again for food but might stop by for drinks

Had seen some reviews that were not very complimentary of the service. The four of us met for…read morelunch. I've had a lot of Old Fashions over the years. I don't know what the bartender did, but the two I had were perfect. Our server, Anthony, was friendly and efficient without being intrusive. I am generally reluctant to order lobster bisque because so often it disappoints, but this was absolutely amazing, with chunks of lobster swimming in a wonderfully balanced bisque. The bread was warm and fresh. I also had the haddock French. A great sauce with properly prepared fish and pasta. The tiramisu was delicious as well, tho I ordered it more out of curiosity than because I needed more to eat. I waddled out very pleased with the food, the service, and knowing we'd be back soon. This was a very pleasant surprise.

Had to say the food is 5 star !!! As you can see from the photo, they are all very delicious. We…read morecame here to celebrate a big milestone however it did put a damper on it when the tacky hostess greeted us with attitude. We told her we have a reservation, she looked dissatisfied that whoever booked our reservation told her to just put us anywhere. She started walking away with the menus not saying anything, had to ask her if we have to follow her? Unsure with the attitude but right out of bat she didn't made us feel welcome. The restaurant itself was nice, the outdoor patio is just beautiful with that waterfall background sound and wonderful flowers around.

Cannot recommend this little spot any more. Was in town for work and looking for a veggie-friendly…read morelunch. Wow! Was so impressed! There are a ton of amazing vegetarian options on the menu and, since I was from out of town, I was the obnoxious person and proceeded to bug my amazing bartender, Nikki, for her recommendations. I ordered the carrots and parsnips and then also the roasted zucchini from the light fare section of the menu. They were both incredible and wildly different, which you don't often find in vegetarian selections. I wish I would have taken the time to take photos to post, but I gobbled everything up way too quickly before I could even think of taking out my phone. All this being said, this is not a vegetarian restaurant. Back in the days when I ate meat, I would have made different choices and I am 100% sure that I would be equally impressed.. Back to Nikki: my service was incredible. Really knowledgeable and so personable and friendly. I didn't actually want to leave. I was having such a low-key nice time away from my hotel. Ambiance (because one has to check off all the keywords) is great. La Bola takes up the first half of a really cool food hall in Rochester. It's modern and chic with great lighting and a windowed front. But, to wrap it up, as someone who travels way too much, I couldn't recommend this place anymore. Everything about my experience here was just wonderful.

I had high expectations for this place based on the reviews, but boy I was disappointed with the…read morefood! The ambience was more like an open food hall meets bar venue but somehow it didn't click with me. We were the only other occupied table for a weekday dinner. Service was prompt but that's probably the only good thing. I got a mocktail which was watery and patatas bravas for appetizer. It was good but a bit saltier for my palate. I got the duck confit which was deplorable. The duck leg was scaly and dry and the sauce and the cauliflower didn't make up for it. My friend got the house burger and she said she liked it. I'm glad we didn't order dessert, it may have been another disappointment. Overall, a meh experience.

Standout restaurant from top to bottom. Absolutely lovely hostess, bartender, and our waiter Joey…read morewas so nice and chill. We ordered the mussels that came with crusty bread, a cheese plate, salad, bougie fries, 2 drinks each and the crème brûlée. Everything was seriously so delicious. Cute restaurant and I see how they could get super busy on any given night. For my first time here, I was impressed by the quality of food and the authentically nice service. It was easy to make reservations the night before for a Tuesday dinner at4:30. Honestly there was no other party there but us for about a good 30-40 minutes so I would say a walk in on a Tuesday early on before 5:15 would entail in zero wait. Today was a gorgeous day but we sat inside for maximum vibes. Can't wait to come back!

Went for dinner…read more Service was friendly and helpful. The cocktails, which I remember really digging, fell flat this time. I got one w rye and rubarb, and it just tasted like a mike's hard lemonade. The mussels were delicious, fat and tender, swimming in a delicious broth that tasted more Thai than French, but really good. Came with a little baguette. The salmon was good, but should be listed as an appetizer. It's under the word 'grand' on the menu which literally means 'big.' Besides being a tiny portion, the sides were only for aesthetic purposes, not for feeding humans. The plate was pretty but not fulfilling. No need to return.

We went on a Wednesday to celebrate our 54th anniversary …read more My husband has a hearing problem and the waitress changed our table to a quieter corner to accommodate his needs. Our dinner was delicious from beginning to end. The cocktails were perfect. The calamari and our main course were also quite good. The chef bakes the bread daily as well as all the desserts! Both were outstanding. Warning- come hungry. Portions are large!

Great martini. Good food. Nice atmosphere. It's a nice place for casual dining. The bar looked…read morelike it would be a fun place to meet new friends.

We had a wonderful anniversary dinner at Angelina's, and from the moment we walked in, they made us…read morefeel truly special. The hostess and our server knew it was our anniversary from the reservation and wished us a happy anniversary right away. There was even a beautiful "Happy Anniversary" sign waiting for us on the table. The owner also stopped by personally to wish us a happy anniversary, and they surprised us with two small glasses of complimentary champagne. It was such a lovely way to start the evening. We ordered the panzanella salad, street corn, and a large, shareable ribeye with potatoes. Everything was superb--truly excellent. The service was impeccable, the atmosphere was romantic and low-key, and the entire experience was outstanding. They struck the perfect balance of making us feel celebrated without being over the top. For dessert, we had the funfetti cake, which was absolutely divine. We thoroughly enjoyed every part of our evening and can't wait to go back to Angelina's!

I've been meaning to come in for some time. I'm happy I finally made it happen!…read more The food was delicious! Each bursting with flavor. The Alannah's Garden N/A cocktail was phenomenal. I would've had ten more... The service was fast and friendly. Our server offered up various suggestions of house favorites. The ambiance was sleek with leather or leather-like chairs, wood tables and clean lines. The plates matched the decor as well. I'd consider coming back and trying some more from their summer menu. I look forward to trying from the fall and winter menus as well. I'll definitely be trying a dessert next time. Their s'mores one and funfetti cake both sounded delicious. I was too full from the appetizers and dinner to attempt a third course.