Drinks with fresh fruit was the best for me, food was delicious and fresh! nice stuff! nothing to complain, I will come back again!

Great atmosphere, friendly staff, yummy food, and good drinks. I had the twin lobster tails and I was over the moon with how good they were... and the price was a major plus. Not too expensive at all. read more

Great menu, good beer selection, good food and friendly service. A must do when visiting Canandaigua. read more

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I have noticed recently from my own experience and from what I've heard from friends that the food has started to go downhill. The biggest change is the bread that is brought complimentary to the table. The servers used to bring small loaves of great bread, and now that's been turned to hard-as-rock breadsticks. My parents almost broke their teeth on the bread at dinner last night, and I've heard this from many people. Nolan's has such a great reputation in this area and it would be so sad to see them go too far downhill and not be able to come back out. read more

Nolan’s - Seafood Near Me - Canandaigua, New York

Please consider other area restaurants in the Canandaigua area first. Arrived with my party of 9 that we made reservations with. Hostess stated we didn't have a reservation. We asked if they could accommodate and if not we understood and would dine elsewhere. They stated they could accommodate however we could not side together, so ok. Then they seated us at complete opposite sides of the restaurant when we could of had two booths back to back. No one dined next to us or the other half of our party until the last 5 minutes of eating. The hostess Tonya was very rude and treated us like adolescent children. The meal itself was nothing to write home about either. The chicken was dry, the scallops were laying in oil, and the shrimp appetizer looked like it came right from the local Wegmans. This was my 3rd and last time to give them a chance. read more

So I came here for an early birthday lunch. The hostess put a Happy Birthday sign on the table. The waiter wished me a happy birthday but.... Did I get a bday free dessert?? Nope. Why put a sign on the table and make a big deal of my birthday if you give your customer nothing? read more

Nolan’s - Birthday sign - Seafood Near Me - Canandaigua, New York

The food is absolutely amazing. Had lobster ravioli with the additional 6oz. Lobster tail. Could. Not. Finish. Husband had New York strip. Can't say enough about it. Anyone who doesn't give this place 5 stars is picky and self important. Service was great. We will do the hour and 45 minute drive to dine here again. Crème brûlée is to die for. read more

What an amazing place. Fireplace dressed up for Mardigra and the place so friendly. The waitress Debbie was fabulous and the food .... wow. A must try place. Check it out. By the way very Covid safe! read more

We went there to celebrate our 100 year old grandfather. Service was good, but food was NOT! Out of the 9 of us only 1 said it was exceptable. $40 filet mignon tasted like it was burnt, all the fries were SUPER over salty, chicken parm was mostly breading with a real thin piece of chicken inside and the shrimp and broccoli tossed with penne in a vodka-cream sauce was mostly pasta. Had to fish in order to find the shrimp. Will NEVER go back. read more

Had dinner 2 nights in a row at Nolan's while staying at the Lake House. We requested to be seated in the patio section, the blinds open when the weather is warm. I ordered the very delicious glazed Salmon special and hubs ordered the captain platter- Filet Mignon medium well, which was over cooked and stiff but the lobster was succulent. Beside the filet mignon being over cooked, everything was delicious. The next night We decided to give it another chance for dinner and ordered the Captain's platter again, Filet Mignon medium- it was perfection! I had the rack of lamb cooked medium rare- tender and flavorful. Altogether we're glad we went the second time around and everything was as it should have been. See you this summer ! read more

Nolan’s - Seafood Near Me - Canandaigua, New York

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Had an amazing time here tonight with some good friends. This place is beautiful inside and the food is honestly even better !!! Had the veal Parm myself... larger than my face! And my wife had the Nolan's clam and scallops pasta .... just amazing!! Had to take half of both dishes home for lunch tomorrow! Only thing was the bread they brought out (homemade) was a little chewy... LoL but that was honestly the only "negative" Can't wait to go back! read more

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Had dinner at Nolan's. We made a reservation and we sat within 10 minutes of our time. Food was excellent. We had a scallop appetizer and chicken parm for dinner. The portions were hugh. Took leftovers home. Nice clean atmosphere. Thought the wine bottle prices were a bit high. You usually can figure 3X retail. Theirs were more like 5x retail. read more

Visited Nolan's today 9/11 for lunch with my wife and another couple. Everything was going great until I found a hair in my food after the first bite. ABSOLUTELY DISGUSTING. I told the waitress to remove the plate & remove the charge from the bill. I ordered a coffee and drank it while everyone else ate. Not even a coffee refill was offered. Nolan's, in my book you established is a dismal failure. read more

They had the best calamari and creme brûlée I've ever had... and I didn't get photos of them. Everything was amazing. What a great restaurant! Our server Breezie was lovely and funny. We ate so much that I thought my stomach was going to split. The pain was worth every bite. read more

Nolan’s - Seafood Near Me - Canandaigua, New York

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The last time we were there, I would have given this place a 4.5. Tonight, 2.7-3.0. Had to ask for our waitress to come to our table after 15 mins of not seeing her. The first order of corn fritters the came were burnt on the outside and RAW on the inside. The second order that came were cooked on the inside but still burnt on the outside/ looked nothing like the picture. The wedge salad was very watery.... There was a spray bottle and rag sitting in my eye sight in the floor next to a Buffalo Bills sign, which I moved the BB sign so I wouldn't have to see the the bottle and rag. A used napkin laid on the floor from a previous diner until 45 minutes into our dinner, when an owner picked it up off the floor.Our main courses were very good but the hospitality and service really sucked this time. read more

My husband and I made reservations for dinner tonight to celebrate our 44th wedding anniversary and as usual, we weren't disappointed. The meal, service and ambiance were exceptional. Our waiter/server "Marshall" was great and we had the pleasure of meeting one of the owners, "Nick" as he made his rounds checking on his guests. Every time we dine here we are not disappointed. If you're in the Fingerlakes, especially in the busy summertime, make sure you make a reservation. You won't be disappointed. So grateful we have such a nice place to dine in Canandaigua. read more

Visited in July , covid precautions excellent. Seafood was good. Portions were just right.

Always great food and spectacular service. Our lunches were amazing. I can't wait until next time. I know I will always be happy with my meal and the wonderful service when I go to Nolan's. read more

There's was a party of 9 tonight. Our service was excellent. Some appetizers and several choice and the only issue was someone did not like the chicken dish. They happy replaced it with a different entree. I can rave about how great this is but I suggest you come a experience there great food yourself. read more

Nolan’s - Petite steak with sweet potato fries - Seafood Near Me - Canandaigua, New York

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Great food. Great atmosphere. Plenty of parking. Good service. Have availability for large parties and reservations.

There was hair in my food, our meat wasn't cooked to order and our server for being a nicer place her shirt was filthy and her apron.

Yes, granted the exterior is very attractive since it's rebuild after the fire a few years back. But now that Nolan's is bigger than before, this review encompasses the last two visits. The first time was on a Friday evening in the summer. We did not have a reservation, but put our name on a waiting list. We were told it would be 25 minutes. After waiting outside on the porch for 30 minutes we began chatting with a young couple who DID have reservations and were already waiting 45 minutes!! We waited another 15 minutes or so while why we continued chatting with this couple, and then decided to go in and speak with the hostess. We expressed our displeasure, and said to her that "Clearly the restaurant is overbooking." The hostess admitted they had and apologized. We didn't stay. The second chance time was this past weekend. Again we were craving fish fries and there aren't too many choices locally. We both ordered beer batter fish fries. The breading was clearly deep fried but we were disappointed as to how mushy both the batter and the fish. The sweet potato fries were thin and overcooked. They looked and tasted like they were something mass produced and comes from from Cisco Foods. I'm trying to find something nice to say about our dinner experience so I will say that our server was very nice and attentive and the coleslaw was delicious!! I doubt we will be going back to Nolan's anytime soon. It certainly is not worth any wait! read more

If you're looking to be near the lake Nolan's is another favorite with a delicious diversified menu and full bar. A nice spot for families. Very close to Canandaigua Pier so a easy walk after lunch or dinner. Nearby other attractions, including ice cream! Mac read more

I've always enjoyed my meals at Nolan's. I like how you can make reservations online, and the food is always great! Lobster roll is the best! read more

Environment is very nice, my waiter was great and the food was amazing. Would definitely recommend! read more

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First visit here , food was great ! Atmosphere was great , service was great. We will be back , loved the Seafood chowder. read more

Nolan’s - Scallops and shrimp in vodka sauce - Seafood Near Me - Canandaigua, New York

My fiancé and I chose to come to this restaurant for our dating anniversary dinner. We started with drinks at the bar because we arrived a little early. We ordered the Gin Fizzie and the Seasonal Mule. Both were really delicious but our favorite was the Gin Fizzie. Once we got our table, we decided to start with the Oysters and Stuffed Mushrooms. My fiancé said the oysters were fresh and amazing. The mushrooms were cheesy and warm; I loved them. After I had a crock of French Onion Soup. It was very good; not too salty and just enough cheese. My fiancé got a salad and he said it was nothing special but good. For dinner we got Sirloin Au Poivre and Rack of Lamb. Both were so good! We especially loved the seasonal corn we chose as our side dishes. For dinner drinks we did order an Old Fashion and a glass of wine, no complaints. No dessert, but maybe next time! read more

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Normal food Cobb salad with blackene salmon which was pretty good. This place has a great outdoor sitting section which I experienced during the summer months. I did some some heaters standing by so I think they would be ready for the cooler weather read more

Food was great except the waiter completely skipped bringing soup/salad and bread that came with the entrees?? service was subpar for the price read more

Absolutely delicious! We had our retirement dinner here as recommended by a friend who just had an amazing wedding reception hosted by Nolan's restaurant at the gardens. Our meals far exceeded our expectations! Don't forget to save room for dessert as the crème brûlée dessert was decadent! We highly recommend this restaurant! read more

I must recognize a great place & people when I see them and this place represents nicely. Last Fri eve we were treated graciously by Debbie, owner/mgr, and because of her attentiveness our eve was perfect! The food was delicious and the vibrant atmosphere was energizing. Thank you for accommodating us at the bar w/ no reservations. Live this place!!! read more

Great place for a great steak, and the stuffed sole was wonderful, too! Service was great, even the chairs had padding, and the interior is not crowded. Prices are reasonable considering the service, quality of food, and the location. I only have 2 quibbles: 1) In a quality restaurant like this, I expect the salad dressing to be on the salad when delivered to the table, rather than requiring me to do the kitchen's job. 2) For people drinking hot tea with their meal, a real teacup should be used, not a coffee mug. A small teapot or 'hottle' should hold the hot water, allowing you to pour a smaller amount into the teacup. Even diners do this. read more

5 cousins spent Saturday evening sharing a meal and stories. We were seated in the bar on the upper level in a booth that could easily seat more comfortably. Our server was there quickly and smilingly with menus, whole wheat rolls& butter() and waters with an iced carafe which is a big plus. Orders placed and dinners served in quick time. Alfredo with chicken and shrimp was enormous. Broiled seafood platter likewise. Both thoroughly enjoyed. Three of us ordered Scallops Asiago...5 broiled scallops on a shell covered with tiny chopped tomato-called bruschetta , wilted spinach, and asiago cheese melted under the broiler. Well, the kitchen seems to have forgotten the asiago cheese completely! Because I was with my cousins and didn't want to raise a fuss I didn't say anything. But the scallops all 5 fit into 1 scallop shell, bruschetta refers to toasted bread with a brush of garlic topped with tomato and mozzarella, and the asiago was missing completely! All for $33 a pop. Yes, the scallops were tasty but please follow your own recipe and maybe correct your menu descriptions. (Perhaps a sharp eyed expeditor in the kitchen.) The wait staff was great including the hostess who came to find us in a very busy bar to seat us before the rest of the party arrived. read more

My husband and I were really looking forward to our dinner at Nolans however we were extremely disappointed. The calamari was soggy and rubbery , the bread was hard and tasteless, my steak was way too salty to the point I took my filet mignon home to my dog. My husband liked his prime rib but really that's the only good point of this $100+ meal. So disappointed read more

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The full size fish fry is huge, but the batter doesn't stick well to the fish so it falls apart but still really good! The coleslaw was amazing. The fries were a disappointment, they seemed old or stale very hard to chew. Asked for ahi tuna, rare, came out well done. Food is overpriced. Would expect better for how expensive their dinner items are. read more

First time back since the fire and was so disappointed with my meal ordered the delmonico "cowboy cut" steak medium rare with baked potato I like a delmonico steak a fatty cut that is tops for flavor.. This steak came well done not a trace of fat because like the meat it was cooked into submission.. the baked potato looked and tasted like it was reheated from the day before.. You won't confuse this with NY steakhouse (Morton's, Smith & Wolenski's, Keens) and did not expect that.. But I did expect better than whatever this was.. The worst steak I have ever eaten in a restaurant.. The only thing I can imagine is the chef is overwhelmed by the volume of orders read more

I have been dining out for over 30 years and have only written one review in the past for exceptional service. Unfortunately, this was not my experience at Nolan's tonight, and so I am compelled to write a review. First of all a very rude hostess insisted she had no record of our reservation, which we made 4 months ago, and it was downhill from there. Eventually, when she did find the reservation, she was unapologetic. We were asked to wait for a few minutes, which turned into a 20-25 minute wait without anyone coming over to tell us what the current situation was, nor to apologize for the wait. We've all experienced having to wait at a restaurant and do so without much issue if you feel it will be worth the dining experience, and you are treated right. When we complained, we were told they could not accommodate our party of 6 because they couldn't control when the tables turn over, so why take a reservation? Knowing they had a large party coming in, (and we arrived on time), it was very frustrating to see many other smaller parties being seated before us with no problem. Eventually, the rude hostess insisted we speak with the owner. To his credit, he listened, and did seat us promptly. if not for that, I'm sure we would have continued to have been ignored. This whole situation put a real damper on the evening, which was supposed to be a celebration. Too bad, as we have dined at Nolan's in the past, and enjoyed it very much. Needless to say, we won't be returning, nor recommending it to our family and friends. read more

Went for Father's Day dinner. It was wonderful. The staff takes immense care in everything and the food was amazing. They have a great menu can't wait to Come back read more

I've eaten here several times since the reopening. They did a great job with the building. Both the seating areas and the bar are very attractive. The service has been very good and the food is also prepared very well. Our favorite is the Chicken Parm served with Linguini and Marinara sauce. They also have an extensive seafood selection that we haven't yet tried. I would have given it 5 stars except that I would like some lighter items on their Pub Menu. Suggestion would be some Grilled Chicken or a wrap with side salads rather than fries Other than that they are doing a great job. read more

Really liked this place. We ate outside - very nice - more casual then inside. The food was really good. We got wedge salads, French onion soup and a few of the fish dishes - all were excellent. Definitely would go back! read more