Our experience was horrible. Ordered soda that came to our table flat and when asked server about the soda he said it probably should have been changed, but yet he still brought the flat soda. We ordered potato puff appetizer that had no taste and the garlic bread that had no garlic. We both ordered the captain platter and it was awful. The lobster tail was rubbery and the filet was like no other black Angus I had ever eaten. The meat was tough. Ordered medium well and it came to table very medium rare. But the food was not the issue, the issue was the service we received. When dinner was delivered we were not given clarified butter for lobster tail. We requested the butter and the server brought one serving of butter in his hand. He told us we could share the butter. We explained we ordered two dinners and wanted two butters, again he brought to table in his hand. The family across from us ordered lobster tails and their butters were put on there plates without having to ask. A person in their party asked for more butter and it was served on a dish. There was obvious racial profiling going on. When we told our concerns to the server he said it was an oversight. Why was an oversight for us, but not for the other table? This was a really bad experience and COVID did not play a part in the treatment we received. We were not welcomed and I an sure we will not even be welcomed to give them another chance. I am convinced the actions were only on the server's part and do not represent what management or this restaurant is about, well I am hoping anyway So sorry that my family and I had to have this experience. read more

I was expecting worse that what I experienced based on what I've heard about this place. I can't really describe what the atmosphere is here, a little higher end than a chain restaurant or diner but definitely not fine dining. The menu is so diverse ranging from steaks to seafood to italian/pasta dishes, I'm not sure what they specialize in really. Seems to appeal to an older crowd especially in the dining room but by the bar was a bit more lively. For an entree I got the veal parm and it was excellent. Way too huge of a serving to eat at one sitting, it was prepared rather well although the brussel sprouts I got as a side lacked flavor. The bread service before our entrees came out was shameful--microwaved bread? Yeah believe it. The dessert I was compelled to order, some type of chocolate cake was not bad, fresher than I thought it would be and I'd buy it at a bakery. Our waiter was on top of things so service overall we were satisfied with. Reservations might be a good idea on the weekend, but probably not necessary otherwise. The prices were on the steep side but I guess thats the cost of being by the lake. Overall a decent choice for a meal in the area read more

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I had never been to Nolan's before the fire so I'll start by saying I have nothing to compare it to however we loved everything about it. We had reservations but arrived early so we went to the bar which was full. While deciding how to get to the bar to get a drink the lady bartending came out from behind the bar and up to us to get our order. She also suggested and made a drink for me based on what I like since I was undecided. That is amazing service and a great first impression! We were seated quickly after and from then on the service was still top-notch. I had steak au poivre and my only complaint was it was a tad salty for my taste. I upgraded to the ceaser salad and be forewarned, it was huge, enough for both of us. My boyfriend had the prime rib and lobster tail, both cooked perfectly and delicious. We look forward to going back again in the near future. read more

I was very impressed with their food, service, and drinks. This restaurant blew away expectations and the sea food was incredible.

We went here for my birthday dinner...sadly, I have to say it set the standard for a poor restaurant experience. Food was ok but service was awful. The waitress was annoyed with us for seemingly everything...going so far as to tell me my half-finished plate of pasta was ready to be cleared because it "looked like I was done." This was as I was holding a fork to my mouth to eat...Service was so bad I actually asked to speak with a manager who offered me a free dessert or a gift card. As we were passing through for one night and I was actually concerned any further food coming out of the kitchen would be spat in by our favorite waitress, we took the gift card, thinking maybe we could return for lunch the next day and get sandwiches for our road trip. Sadly, the SECOND day was worse than the first- we walked in and the hostess ignored us, taking 2 calls on the phone before telling me I had to order takeout online and not in the restaurant. As I stood in the corner figuring out the ordering process, a man came in and asked if he could pre-pay for his friends birthday meal that evening. He even had a card. The hostess literally told him it was an inconvenience for her to do that and he'd have to wait for a manager. In the meantime, the online ordering portal went down and I asked if I could just place an order at the bar, to which I was told no. At this point a nice waitress heard the hostess and told her they DO take carry out orders in the restaurant, rung me up, and expedited our 1 sandwich order. Yeesh. read more

Just dined at Nolans restaurant with a party of 8 - great waitperson - KATIA - very attentive to our group. Everyone seemed happy with their meals - Salmon dishes, Pork chops ( my god, those chops were huge, and from all reports, quite tasty ) , Pasta with vodka sauce. - all generous dishes, with many take home containers passed out to the assembled. And then we come to the Chicken French ....wow, the chef loves the sugar ....never, never have had a sweet sauce on Chicken French ....( it should be a light lemony, but not overwhelming creamy sauce ) - it actually reminded me of a Chinese Sweet and Sour dish - but at a much higher price. Curiously, I saw more generous portions of meat and pasta on others dishes, at similar pricing points, but my dish came up short on this area as well - in spite of chicken being a much lower priced ingredient - its a head scratcher. It must have been the hint of wine that accounted for the cost of the meal - yeah, that's it. Passed on dessert as well - forgot to mention that the excellent pre-dinner rolls were served with " honey butter" - I'll admit that this factoid was apparently mentioned on the menu - missed in my review of the information it presented - but honestly, I prefer to have my meals start with savory and transition to sweet at meals end, rather than be "surprised" by a sweet bun at the beginning of a meal ( how bout' a sage butter ? - still something different, but not an unexpected trip to the "Hunny Pot" ) I would look forward to another meal at Nolan's, but frankly, at these prices, it'll be awhile - I know, I know - inflation, wages, rent, the season, being in a wealthy bedroom community of Rochester, the prices are probably reasonable to the clientele, and I am no doubt part of the unwashed who still actually works for a living instead of a fat nest egg spewing out cash like no tomorrow, but I still find it difficult to swallow ( get it, swallow ....oh, so sorry ....schoolboy humor ....) Anyway, I can imagine a couples meal with drinks, an appetizer, dinner, and dessert easily making it into three digits - a bit rich for my blood, but the place was packed, so what do I know, anyway ? PS - if Americans now accept that a pickup or SUV now routinely tops 50K plus, I ask you if it is of any wonder that a steak dinner with the routine extras should set you back north of $50 ? - - that question posed, let me now shuffle out the door, and make for Arby's, where I'll treat myself to their, uh, meat offerings, but will surely have enough left over to buy a cherry turnover for dessert . P.S.S. - the Seafood chowder was pretty good, but lay off that salt, willya ? I'm trying to put off that heart surgery a bit longer, so I don't need to travel out of the country for surgery in Costa Rica .... P.S.S.S. - I actually had the temerity to mention to one of the bartenders that I found it great he was cleaning the bar top and was impressed with the cleanliness - apparently that was a strange thing to do - he seemed to take it as a personal flaw in my part that I commented ... ......"well if that's your thing" or words to that effect ...yeah, I'm that guy .....heaven help me if I had commented on how clean the restrooms were....and they are, FYI.... read more

We thought the food was fantastic, everything was delicious! The server was new and was friendly and did a really amazing job! We will definitely be going back again. We don't agree with it being $$- it's more like $$$, but definitely worth the money. Simply a great experience for our family of four! read more

Great food, good service. The ambience is a little dark for seeing for me, but it's a minor quibble.

Nice place.. attentive, friendly staff. Food was good. A little disappointed on the location. Thought it was closer to the lake since the description said dining outside by the lake. If you could see beyond the parking lot and numerous other buildings, you could make out a faint lake in the background. But all.in all it was a good meal read more

We enjoyed a lovely anniversary dinner at Nolan's today! Service was top notch & food was excellent! Looking forward to returning again over the summer! read more

After a poor experience in Nov of last year we decided to try Nolan's again. This time we made reservations and was seated on time. Much different than last Nov. I will say they have come a long ways, but still lack some of the finer points. For example service was very good but the ladies pouring the waters were not very friendly at. This was weird as it was the first person to the table and Nolan's first impression. These were also the employees whom buss the tables. We would see them With an entire 4-6 top of dirty glasses and dishes in their arms hoping to get everything at once to the kitchen. Would it hurt to let them use a bin. I saw at least two of the wait staff delivering food with their thumbs in the bowl of food they served. Fingers touch cash etc. and no place in the food they are serving. Service may need some training in this area. Our food was very good. We started with soups, mine was the seafood chowder my wife had the tomato bisque. The taste was very good, mine with big chunks of lobster. One bad point here is that both soups were warm, not hot. I don't send food back as I believe there first attempt should be their best. Please next time Hot soups. Next was a salad course. Nothing fancy here some Boston lettuce tomatoes etc. For our main course I had the seafood broil and my wife had stuffed sole. Both of us had the side of veggies which were very well cooked and seasoned. The entrees were excellent. Overall a much better experience this visit, in my book a little overpriced but there are lower priced items on the menu to satisfy a tight budget. Kitchen 5 stars Service 3.5 stars read more

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

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Food is pretty good for the most part. Better rolls for their lobster roll are needed. Seafood bisque is very good. We sat in their indoor porch which was very loud and quite warm. It may have been the loud group next to us but conversation was limited. I guess for those prices I was expecting great... read more

Food is AMAZING! The service was phenomenal and food was excellent. Everything came out quick and was exceptional.

There food is pretty good, and the waitress we had was amazing. She was very nice. They have very good Covid protocols. Personal favorite dish is their homemade mac & cheese. It has a rich flavor and it's absolutely amazing. It may not be the cheapest restaurant but there food makes up for it. read more

We have been coming here every summer for tradition "date night" for 12 years. Before it burnt down it was lovely. Friendly, down to earth, delicious food. We were actually visiting the night before it burnt down for our annual "date night" we visit from out of town. Since being built and reopened it seems the staff (not all) thinks they are above and beyond making it stuffy and not the homey restaurant it once once. The person that answered the phone was so rude and arrogant when I asked to make a reservation that wasn't "weeks" in advance. The food quality has taken the turn for the worst as well. The last two years the owner has been at the bar each time we've gone and altho friendly, is boasting about himself, talking loudly for all to hear his "fortunes" and over all not what I think an owner should be doing. Again, this is not all staff being rude and arrogant. I'm sad to see the "hometown" restaurant this once was become an uppity place when the staff and food show otherwise. read more

It was super busy for a Tuesday, so even tho we had reservations our table wasn't ready. We went to the bar to get a round of wine and beer. The sparkling Rosé was perfect. Within 15 mins we were seated. The waitress was polite, friendly and attentive. So many choices on the menu, it was hard to decide. I went with the salmon and got a side of goat cheese risotto (from the specials menu). Food was excellent. Can't wait to go back! read more

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

To start with it is false advertising. BEWARE - IT IS NOT ON THE LAKE. The restaurant is not "on the lake" or on the shores of the lake or any closer to the lake than Wendy's or Mcdonalds (it's further). So when they lie to you about the location in their slogan, you can't trust them to have an honest name and slogan, you would trust them to cook your food? Its dressed up pub food at restaurant prices. read more

An excellent value with high quality food and great customer service. Had the bacon wrapped scallops and for the main course the filet. Food came fast and was the right temperature. We took our own bottle of wine from Heron Hill and they charge a nominal cork fee. Very reasonable prices. Highly recommended. Call for reservation during high volume times. An update: we recently visited the rebuilt location and are very happy with the new facility. It is beautiful! Unfortunately not impressed with the food quality. We had the calamari and were very disappointed. It came smothered in red peppers in a soup like appearance. Never had calamari soup but this was not even tolerable so we sent back to the kitchen. I had the gobbler for lunch and it was ok but nothing remarkable. I like the management very much and shared our experience with them. read more

Great dinner last night at Nolan's. I had the Seafood Broil (cod, shrimp, scallops, lobster) and my wife had blackened cod, both outstanding entrees. Not to mention great apps, cocktails and stellar service from Desiree. Owner even checked on us. We are staying next door at Lake House.....Surprisingly reasonable prices, totally recommend. read more

Outstanding dining experience every time I've visited. Entree offerings are unique and exquisitely prepared. Arrive early and treat yourself to a fine wine, craft beer or cocktail in the ample bar area. Setting is near one of the finest lake venues in Upstate NY. Request outdoor seating during the summer season. Complete your evening with a stroll along the shoreline of Canandaigua Lake and enjoy the fresh air of the Finger Lakes area! read more

Kind of an old school place with all the comfort favorites on the menu. Probably the best food you'll get in Canandaigua.

I had the scallop dinner and my boyfriend had the 20z steak dinner. The garlic bread is a MUST, and everything was cooked perfectly. Made a reservation right online, seated right away, and constantly given attention by our waitress. Bravo Nolan's! read more

Menu on the door is not for Sundays. Other than that the service was great. Friendly and helpful. Food portions were ok and all the food was hot and very good. We visited during lunch time and it was quiet. We had the reuben, erica's, and chicken sandwich. Fresh and amazing! My only bothersome moment was the busboy? watching us eat. He hovered a little too much making it uncomfortable. read more

Nolan’s - Reubens open face - Seafood Near Me - Canandaigua, New York

Came here for lunch with my wife. Food was fantastic! Service was top shelf too! Beautiful spring day. Great selection for lunch. Our food came out quickly was really a super value for the price. I got the lobster blt, wife got the green goddess salad. Both were very good! Although I think the lobster blt was a special that day, so maybe not on the daily menu. I would definitely put this on my place to come back to! Give them a try, do t think you will be disappointed. read more

First time I've been to the new location since it opened. This is one of the pricier restaurants in the area so my expectations were higher. The food is good and the portions are huge but there's no wow factor. read more

Yay they finally reopened after the fire, bigger and better than ever. Great job on rebuild. Food we had was great and service outstanding even though they were mobbed. Bar staff is very friendly as all the dining staff. Rack of lamb was perfect Now is the time to return to one of the favorites in Canandaigua. read more

If I could give a 0 I would. The bartender Alley was extremely rude and insulting. Never gave us a menus even when we asked 3 times. Got there @ 4:00 total people at bar. She acting as if we were bothering her. Food just ok not worth the aggravation. We will not be going back. read more

After a day of touring the surrounding area, we were looking for a light meal in a nice setting. I order the French Onion soup and side salad. The Soup was so salty. I didn't say anything, as there's not much you can do at that point. My husband had a very large Cesar Salad with Chicken. Tasted good. They had a crazy entrée called the "Captains Platter" for $39/person, that included a choice of steak or filet, then seafood, salad, soup, all kinds of stuff. If you have a large appetite and are looking for "surf and turf" call and see if this is on the menu. read more

I always order something different every time , and have always been pleased ...except when I ordered chicken fried steak. I had just got to my table from getting my drink and had not even started on my salad...and my chicken fried was there ...instant service. I took the plate back and they put it under their keep warm light. I went and got it, when I finished my salad. I will remember to tell the employee that takes my money that I am not running late (for anything) read more

My family and I absolutely love Nolan's! they have a great variety of menu options and are great for both formal and informal events.

We loved Nolan's before they rebuilt and now the new place is beautiful. The food is very good and the times we have gone for lunch or dinner have not been disappointing. read more

Nolan’s - First visit since reopening. - Seafood Near Me - Canandaigua, New York

The food was average or below average at best, they char the living crap out of their meat and took over an hour to serve.

I took my wife to Nolans for Valentine's Day dinner. From the drink at the bar to the superb waitress service and wonderful meal, it was outstanding. Thank you!! read more

Seating in front of the menu monitor is a major no no. Having to ask for utensils to eat with while our appetizers sat cooling for 7 minutes nono. Dishes were mediocre with ok flavor pasta with 3 shrimp? Menu blows as all this place is, is a glorified diner. Should have gone to a classic diner for a sky burger.. When I walk in and out,, cig smoke all over in entryway smoking right next to entrance. = nono. Stuffed mushrooms are excellent. All in all needs work. Has potential of much more. read more

Great food. High chairs are a little hard for us older folk. We had the lettuce wraps that were excellent. Then we shared the fish and chips very tasty but bottom crust was a little soggy. read more

Prior to the fire this was our go to restaurant. The food was always amazing the service was good. It was a wonderful place. After the fire they rebuilt bigger and beautiful. It has a wonderful ambience. The service was excellent but the food was not on the same par as prior to the fire. We've tried it three times since and again excellent service and mediocre food. read more

No lunch menu offered at 3 in the afternoon. Ordered the Cobb salad, the bowl was over flowing with onions. All young wait staff, seem to didn't care one bit. When we brought to the waitress attention she laughed and walked away from the table, never asked us about desert. Won't be back . read more

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

A nice place to eat quality food. The service was excellent and the portions were large. Chicken and shrimp linguine was excellent I liked that they put broccoli in them. But don't order the chicken wrap appetizer. It was way too salty. The booster seating showed aged furnishings. The lighting was too dark to read the menu. read more

My husband and I were blown away! Beautiful restaurant, outstanding food and service! We will definitely be returning!

Reservations were easily done online. Food was great. Staff was pleasant and attentive. Very pricey.