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Have heard from multiple people that we need to try this restaurant so figured it would be a good place to take my family when they came to visit. Everything we ordered was delicious and had really unique flavors. It's honestly hard to pick a favorite dish since it all was so good. I can't wait to come back to try more of the menu. Also the staff were very friendly and the ambience was great, which really solidified this place as my favorite in Ridgewood.
If I lived in the neighborhood (my son just moved there), I would dine here once a week, and I'd probably have the lasagna over and over again. The pork T bone chop was also toothsome, flavorful and large enough to split and pair with the lasagna or other main, salad or potatoes. Service was professionally friendly and attentive to detail, refilling water glasses and clearing as we finished each dish. The restaurant spaces are convivial and lively, the noise level is high but only because everyone is having a good time. Will definitely return.
Snagged a late last minute resy for impromptu date night. Table wasn't ready on arrival but didn't mind sitting and waiting on the cute bench outside. It was basically the final reservation time for the night and I was concerned we might be rushed getting seated late knowing the kitchen has a closing time regardless of the situation... which did in fact happen at a mostly-tolerable level. For all the co-signs from friends in the food world, I expected this place to knock my socks off, but I walked away thinking it was on the higher end of "good". Maybe when the buzz wears down things will settle into a calmer, smoother flow. One gripe is superficial - we were seated at a small 2 top in the middle of the dining floor in a high traffic area, no walls nearby or corners to tuck our things, and there either isn't a coat check or it wasn't offered - the way my chair was shaped was curved around the top so there was no way to hang my bag off of it, it was either on the floor at risk of being kicked around (or worse, someone tripping on it) or on my lap during my meal... since it was small I chose to just plop it on my chair behind myself which wasn't the most comfortable. Our dishes also came out in a somewhat strange order - ordering one of their breads as an app, I kind of assumed it would come first, naturally, like when places drop complimentary bread on your table after you are seated, but it came out after our other apps which we would have loved some bread with. A steak was dropped before a pasta. I'm not actually bothered by this, but I've never actually stopped and scratched my head at the order of dish arrival at a restaurant of this caliber. Ordering with some specificity of sequence may be helpful here. That being said, everything was solid, but kind of forgettable, including the drinks. It's been about 2-3 weeks since my visit, and I can really only remember maybe 3-4 dishes and 1 cocktail (we had like 6 cocktails between the two of us, and at least 2 apps, 3 pastas, a main protein and a potato side). A $300 dinner/cocktails which isn't ridiculous in this economy I guess? I'm still curious enough to try their Mexican leaning sister restaurant, but I think I'll go in with different expectations and a more vocal ordering approach. TBH, 3.5 out of 5
Returned for dinner after a few years and it's still 5 stars for me. This time, I tried: + Calabrian chili butter polenta bread + Leafy green and herb salad + Rigatoni + Lasagne verde bolognese + Pork tbone + Rhubarb almond tart + Black Forest ice cream cake Top highlights were the lasagne and pork. Salad, rigatoni and desserts were also great. Can skip the bread.
Worth the trip out to Ridgewood! The steak was the best I've had all year. Also ordered the lasagna, scallop crudo, polenta bread and the branzino. Everything was priced really well. Was super surprised by the scallop crudo. Sweet and acidic. Service was quick. Scott was pretty helpful. Ambiance was packed on a Monday night. Definitely one of the best wine bar-esque restaurants in the city
This is just a short update to my other reviews regarding my most recent brunch visit. I was here for brunch a while back and had an opportunity to try their excellent $20 Double Cheeseburger, which comes with grilled onions, dijonnaise, and pickled long hot. This was worth the hype and easily the best thing here. The burger was very juicy, the cheese and dijonnaise added a slightly sour twang, and the grilled onions added a touch of sweetness. The pickled long hot on the side was a fun idea to add a bit of spice and extra sourness when needed, and reminded me of how they serve similar peppers with the rich pitas at the various locations of Miznon. Would recommend heavily, and if you want a side of fries, order the $12 'war style' which comes with a delicious mix of peanut sauce and kewpie mayo. The only thing missing from the brunch menu is some of the dips for their polenta bread If I had to recommend something here, it would be brunch. I still don't think most of the dishes are worth it, and this is especially true for the mains, so stick with appetizers and burgers.
We went for an early reservation and got to taste one of the burgers, between the group of us but wished we had ordered two! However they only have a limited amount each night. All the food was great, portion sizes arent very big so between four people you can definitely order a few dishes. The lasagne was incredible and the chili bread, basically anything from the huge pizza oven! Staff were nice. The restaurant filled up really quickly which made it noisy and waiting for the restroom a bit of an effort.
I dined here with another Yelp Elite on the evening of 1/24/26. We started off our meal with a pair of cocktails, made by the talented bartender Diondre'. I had a Zombie, which was made of three different rums. My dining partner had a Cosmopolitan. Neither drink was potent. We ordered the Calabrian Chili Butter Wood-Fired Polenta Bread (2/5 stars), Two Sheet Lasagna Verde Bolognese (5/5 stars), Crispy Potatoes "War Style" (3/5 stars), Double Cheeseburger (4/5 stars), Brown Butter Apple Tarte with Whipped Crème Fraîche (2/5 stars), Salted Caramel Chocolate Mousse (3/5 stars) and the Burnt Cinnamon Ice Cream (5/5 stars). My recommendation is to get the lasagna. It was my favorite entrée because it was sweet, salty, creamy and earthy--easily one of the best lasagnas that I have ever had. Do try the burnt cinnamon ice cream because it is incredibly rich, umami and creamy. Multiple waiters served us, and Hannah was my favorite. IMHO, she was the most hospitable. The vibe was cozy, and there was a constant atmosphere of loud music and dining partners enjoying their food and drink.
1/24/26. Dre was an awesome bartender, offering suggestions! He was so personable, unlike our hostess, Alex!! The cocktails were good but far from strong. The chili polenta bread was light and fluffy, good, not amazing. We got there early just to get the burger, which was flavorful but also greasy. The lasagna verde was better, so creamy. It would have been perfect if it was served hot, and had more filling/meat sauce spread evenly. Sauce was just placed in the center and too much oil was drizzled on top. Their fries were awesome, had great texture, but did not like the war sauces at all. For dessert, the cinnamon ice cream was the star by far. I wasn't a fan of their bestseller, the apple pie tart. Maybe it would've been better if it was served warm or had more apples. Didn't like it. The mousse was average/basic. Service was cold and could have def been better. Based on all the hype, I was expected to be blown away with the food and service. Sadly, I was not with either.
Put my name down on a weekend for two, and got seated in about 30 minutes - we definitely got lucky! Food: We tried the olive oil and flaky salt polenta bread, and I thought it was good but nothing out of the ordinary (tasted a bit like fluffy pizza crust). We did however love the malfadine fennel pasta and famous two sheet lasagna! Service: Our service didn't feel like anything special, and our final receipt was completely messed up so overall not necessarily a stellar experience. Vibe: I really appreciate the ambiance and decor, but the music was a bit too loud.
A solid meal, though I think it may be overhyped. The famed lasagna was good but I wouldn't make the trek to ridgewood for it. My personal favorite was the pork chop and leek. Fried green tomato with tuna tartare: the mayo overpowered the tuna but complemented the tomato. Polenta bread was not memorable and not worth the price.
Finally made it here early on a Saturday. The place was bumpin! I was able to snag a seat at the bar and the bartenders were both absolute gems! I love the welcoming vibes and decor here. I hated that the bar seats have no back but we have bigger things to worry about. They gladly took my coat to the office although there isn't a coat check, lol thanks! I got a spicy pineapple margarita. It was good but not a life changing cocktail. Then I ordered THE burger. Yes, it's worth the hype. It's more of a smash burger type patties. Seasoned wonderfully & not too much crap on top. My one issue is the bun...I wish it was tad more dense to hold up to the burger. Not sure if this makes sense? Without a doubt goes in my top 10 burgers in NYC. I also ordered the lasagna because I needed to make the trip worth it. I liked it but I rather old school lasagna! Sorry but $32 for that and I barely had meat...I don't know it wasn't the 2 sheets of deliciousness I was anticipating. I do think it's worth trying once! I can't wait to come back and try the rest of the menu and burger again. I was too stuffed for dessert but I'll be back for that too.
A cute and cozy brunch spot right on the Queens/Brooklyn border. The burger was easily our favorite -- the bread was fresh and soft, the patties were well seasoned, and the caramelized onions were actually caramelized (you know how rare that is). Don't sleep on the polenta bread either -- it had this amazing mochi-like texture, kind of like a pizza without toppings, which sounds weird but just works. For dessert, we went with the passion fruit crème caramel and the flavor was spot on, though we wouldn't have said no to a bigger portion. The staff were attentive and genuinely friendly throughout. Solid brunch spot worth the trip!
1 month ago
There were 4 of us for dinner and I was instructed to order for the table. Time to roll up my sleeves here. We started with the hamburger. The sauce was delicious and the whole burger was amazing 8.8/10. The grilled whole shrimps were good but to pricey 8.5/10. The polent bread 9/10. Thick and fluffy! The 2 sheets lasagna verde 8.5/10. Beautiful and tasty. You must get the pork T- bone 9/10! Thick tender and juices flowing like a wet dream. Skip- Wagyu skirt steak it was chewy 7/10. Crispy potatoes- 7/10 Raw tuna w fried green tomatoes 7.5/10. We ended the night with the first 2 desserts on the menu. It was a great meal!!! read more
2 months ago
The food is delicious. This is my favorite local restaurant which btw is a Michelin Bib selection. I recommend that you start with one of the breads and get the pickled carrots as starters. The main menu changes but I loved all the pastas that I have tried. The steak is one of my favorite items on the menu. My husband and I shared a t-bone that was about 28 ounces. We also had crispy potatoes. No leftovers. For dessert don't skip the homemade ice cream. Chocolate malt is my favorite. Make a reservation or come early. The service is excellent and attentive. I think it has a hip young ambiance. Love the open kitchen. read more
Have heard from multiple people that we need to try this restaurant so figured it would be a good place to take my family when they came to visit. Everything we ordered was delicious and had really unique flavors. It's honestly hard to pick a favorite dish since it all was so good. I can't wait to come back to try more of the menu. Also the staff were very friendly and the ambience was great, which really solidified this place as my favorite in Ridgewood. read more
If I lived in the neighborhood (my son just moved there), I would dine here once a week, and I'd probably have the lasagna over and over again. The pork T bone chop was also toothsome, flavorful and large enough to split and pair with the lasagna or other main, salad or potatoes. Service was professionally friendly and attentive to detail, refilling water glasses and clearing as we finished each dish. The restaurant spaces are convivial and lively, the noise level is high but only because everyone is having a good time. Will definitely return. read more
9 days ago
Snagged a late last minute resy for impromptu date night. Table wasn't ready on arrival but didn't mind sitting and waiting on the cute bench outside. It was basically the final reservation time for the night and I was concerned we might be rushed getting seated late knowing the kitchen has a closing time regardless of the situation... which did in fact happen at a mostly-tolerable level. For all the co-signs from friends in the food world, I expected this place to knock my socks off, but I walked away thinking it was on the higher end of "good". Maybe when the buzz wears down things will settle into a calmer, smoother flow. One gripe is superficial - we were seated at a small 2 top in the middle of the dining floor in a high traffic area, no walls nearby or corners to tuck our things, and there either isn't a coat check or it wasn't offered - the way my chair was shaped was curved around the top so there was no way to hang my bag off of it, it was either on the floor at risk of being kicked around (or worse, someone tripping on it) or on my lap during my meal... since it was small I chose to just plop it on my chair behind myself which wasn't the most comfortable. Our dishes also came out in a somewhat strange order - ordering one of their breads as an app, I kind of assumed it would come first, naturally, like when places drop complimentary bread on your table after you are seated, but it came out after our other apps which we would have loved some bread with. A steak was dropped before a pasta. I'm not actually bothered by this, but I've never actually stopped and scratched my head at the order of dish arrival at a restaurant of this caliber. Ordering with some specificity of sequence may be helpful here. That being said, everything was solid, but kind of forgettable, including the drinks. It's been about 2-3 weeks since my visit, and I can really only remember maybe 3-4 dishes and 1 cocktail (we had like 6 cocktails between the two of us, and at least 2 apps, 3 pastas, a main protein and a potato side). A $300 dinner/cocktails which isn't ridiculous in this economy I guess? I'm still curious enough to try their Mexican leaning sister restaurant, but I think I'll go in with different expectations and a more vocal ordering approach. TBH, 3.5 out of 5 read more
Returned for dinner after a few years and it's still 5 stars for me. This time, I tried: + Calabrian chili butter polenta bread + Leafy green and herb salad + Rigatoni + Lasagne verde bolognese + Pork tbone + Rhubarb almond tart + Black Forest ice cream cake Top highlights were the lasagne and pork. Salad, rigatoni and desserts were also great. Can skip the bread. read more
3 months ago
Worth the trip out to Ridgewood! The steak was the best I've had all year. Also ordered the lasagna, scallop crudo, polenta bread and the branzino. Everything was priced really well. Was super surprised by the scallop crudo. Sweet and acidic. Service was quick. Scott was pretty helpful. Ambiance was packed on a Monday night. Definitely one of the best wine bar-esque restaurants in the city read more
This is just a short update to my other reviews regarding my most recent brunch visit. I was here for brunch a while back and had an opportunity to try their excellent $20 Double Cheeseburger, which comes with grilled onions, dijonnaise, and pickled long hot. This was worth the hype and easily the best thing here. The burger was very juicy, the cheese and dijonnaise added a slightly sour twang, and the grilled onions added a touch of sweetness. The pickled long hot on the side was a fun idea to add a bit of spice and extra sourness when needed, and reminded me of how they serve similar peppers with the rich pitas at the various locations of Miznon. Would recommend heavily, and if you want a side of fries, order the $12 'war style' which comes with a delicious mix of peanut sauce and kewpie mayo. The only thing missing from the brunch menu is some of the dips for their polenta bread If I had to recommend something here, it would be brunch. I still don't think most of the dishes are worth it, and this is especially true for the mains, so stick with appetizers and burgers. read more
We went for an early reservation and got to taste one of the burgers, between the group of us but wished we had ordered two! However they only have a limited amount each night. All the food was great, portion sizes arent very big so between four people you can definitely order a few dishes. The lasagne was incredible and the chili bread, basically anything from the huge pizza oven! Staff were nice. The restaurant filled up really quickly which made it noisy and waiting for the restroom a bit of an effort. read more
I dined here with another Yelp Elite on the evening of 1/24/26. We started off our meal with a pair of cocktails, made by the talented bartender Diondre'. I had a Zombie, which was made of three different rums. My dining partner had a Cosmopolitan. Neither drink was potent. We ordered the Calabrian Chili Butter Wood-Fired Polenta Bread (2/5 stars), Two Sheet Lasagna Verde Bolognese (5/5 stars), Crispy Potatoes "War Style" (3/5 stars), Double Cheeseburger (4/5 stars), Brown Butter Apple Tarte with Whipped Crème Fraîche (2/5 stars), Salted Caramel Chocolate Mousse (3/5 stars) and the Burnt Cinnamon Ice Cream (5/5 stars). My recommendation is to get the lasagna. It was my favorite entrée because it was sweet, salty, creamy and earthy--easily one of the best lasagnas that I have ever had. Do try the burnt cinnamon ice cream because it is incredibly rich, umami and creamy. Multiple waiters served us, and Hannah was my favorite. IMHO, she was the most hospitable. The vibe was cozy, and there was a constant atmosphere of loud music and dining partners enjoying their food and drink. read more
1/24/26. Dre was an awesome bartender, offering suggestions! He was so personable, unlike our hostess, Alex!! The cocktails were good but far from strong. The chili polenta bread was light and fluffy, good, not amazing. We got there early just to get the burger, which was flavorful but also greasy. The lasagna verde was better, so creamy. It would have been perfect if it was served hot, and had more filling/meat sauce spread evenly. Sauce was just placed in the center and too much oil was drizzled on top. Their fries were awesome, had great texture, but did not like the war sauces at all. For dessert, the cinnamon ice cream was the star by far. I wasn't a fan of their bestseller, the apple pie tart. Maybe it would've been better if it was served warm or had more apples. Didn't like it. The mousse was average/basic. Service was cold and could have def been better. Based on all the hype, I was expected to be blown away with the food and service. Sadly, I was not with either. read more
Put my name down on a weekend for two, and got seated in about 30 minutes - we definitely got lucky! Food: We tried the olive oil and flaky salt polenta bread, and I thought it was good but nothing out of the ordinary (tasted a bit like fluffy pizza crust). We did however love the malfadine fennel pasta and famous two sheet lasagna! Service: Our service didn't feel like anything special, and our final receipt was completely messed up so overall not necessarily a stellar experience. Vibe: I really appreciate the ambiance and decor, but the music was a bit too loud. read more
A solid meal, though I think it may be overhyped. The famed lasagna was good but I wouldn't make the trek to ridgewood for it. My personal favorite was the pork chop and leek. Fried green tomato with tuna tartare: the mayo overpowered the tuna but complemented the tomato. Polenta bread was not memorable and not worth the price. read more
9 months ago
Finally made it here early on a Saturday. The place was bumpin! I was able to snag a seat at the bar and the bartenders were both absolute gems! I love the welcoming vibes and decor here. I hated that the bar seats have no back but we have bigger things to worry about. They gladly took my coat to the office although there isn't a coat check, lol thanks! I got a spicy pineapple margarita. It was good but not a life changing cocktail. Then I ordered THE burger. Yes, it's worth the hype. It's more of a smash burger type patties. Seasoned wonderfully & not too much crap on top. My one issue is the bun...I wish it was tad more dense to hold up to the burger. Not sure if this makes sense? Without a doubt goes in my top 10 burgers in NYC. I also ordered the lasagna because I needed to make the trip worth it. I liked it but I rather old school lasagna! Sorry but $32 for that and I barely had meat...I don't know it wasn't the 2 sheets of deliciousness I was anticipating. I do think it's worth trying once! I can't wait to come back and try the rest of the menu and burger again. I was too stuffed for dessert but I'll be back for that too. read more
A cute and cozy brunch spot right on the Queens/Brooklyn border. The burger was easily our favorite -- the bread was fresh and soft, the patties were well seasoned, and the caramelized onions were actually caramelized (you know how rare that is). Don't sleep on the polenta bread either -- it had this amazing mochi-like texture, kind of like a pizza without toppings, which sounds weird but just works. For dessert, we went with the passion fruit crème caramel and the flavor was spot on, though we wouldn't have said no to a bigger portion. The staff were attentive and genuinely friendly throughout. Solid brunch spot worth the trip! read more
4 months ago
Maybe I was starving, maybe it had just been a long day, or maybe it really was the best meal I've had in quite some time. We ordered the Polenta Bread w/olive oil and sea salt, the spring pea salad, the famed two sheet lasagna and the pork chop w/leeks. The polenta bread reminded me of a moister, chewier and softer pizza dough. The spring pea salad was fresh, crunchy, fragrant and refreshing. The lasagna was everything you'd hope it to be and the pork chop is a standout! They also top everything with maldon sea salt so I was a happpppy girl. Service is also amazing, our server was kind and all of the bussers were incredibly observant. 12/10 would recommend, the vibes are immaculate. read more
Made it to Rolo's finally. The space feel very warm and inviting. The 2 Sheet Lasagna lived up the hype!! War Style Potato was delicious, but I'd do the sauce on the side to keep my potato ultra crispy. Calabrian Chili Polenta bread - I'm still dreaming about this! Probably my favorite dish. Pesto Malfaldine was pretty good, the pollen flavor was quite unexpected. Def worth a try! read more
10 months ago
We arrived at 4:30 to sip cocktails at the bar while waiting for a table when their dinner service opened up. For food, we got the double cheeseburger with bacon, Calabrian chili bread, pickled carrots, two sheet lasagna, and wagyu steak. I loved the lasagna - that was my favorite dish by far. Also the pickled carrots. I will say that the meat on the burger and in the steak was on the salty side. I thought the bacon would be thick cut on the burger but it was just regular bacon lol. The burger was still fantastic. My friend enjoyed the steak but i thought it was too chewy and also only somehow got medium-to-medium well pieces even though she was eating medium rare. The last thing I'll say is that the music was turned up quite loud so it's a bit hard to hear conversation. read more
10 months ago
Came for weekend brunch and had a great experience. Our server was conversational, kind, and answered all of our questions and gave us recommendations for the table, how we could split/share, and let us split itemized - Very appreciated!! The space is large, though our party had a corner booth which was a bit tight for 8. The food was delicious - Take recommendations on apps from your server. The Mrs. Crispy was a large serving, but I was able to eat the whole thing and was not bloated. The egg was cooked perfectly, meat was crispy, and the drink were great too! read more
Once again Rolo's does not disappoint and only delights. From staff and cocktails to polenta bread (Calabrian chili) and salad to mains: best lasagna, amazing pork tbone and branzino to dessert: coconut sorbet and passion fruit crème caramel to Forthave aperitif and espresso and cappuccino. Always delicious and comfortable and welcoming. read more
This Ridgewood neighborhood bistro open since 2020 has been a hotspot since its opening, churning out an incredible range of items from their wood fired oven. Their spirit forward cocktails appear dainty but pack a punch. My favorite was the salty Manhattan with Amontillado sherry and orange bitters to balance out the bonded rye. Do not gloss over the veggies on the menu. The wood fired leeks had a great char with a sweet romesco sauce spiced with marjoram. The exquisite scallop carpaccio comes in razor thin slices garnished with strawberries and seasoned with Thai basil. The iconic war potatoes are not as spicy as I imagined but crispy and richly flavored with peanut satay sauce and fragrant Kaffir leaf atop a creamy aioli. The unique Mrs. Crispy is a brunch staple at Rolo's and can easily be shared between two people. It consists of poached eggs, melted cheddar and ham served over their signature polenta flatbread flavored with Calabrian chili. Rolo's is an NYC icon for a reason. read more
6 months ago
Been on a burger quest lately and I have to say Rolos definitely tops the list. Better than almost all the other burger spots this tops the chart at number 3 just under Peter Lugers and red hook tavern. The food is unique with an interesting twist. The war style potatoes are spicy and the French toast was incredible. Highly recommend you arrive early as they have limited number of burgers available daily. read more
Wonderful spot in Ridgewood. Great bar service with delicious cocktails. Can't go wrong with any of their Margaritas. Loved the mortadella as a appetizer and would go great with wine and some good company to share with. Definitely go for the steak as the have a certain amount each night and if it's available it's a must. Smokey with lots of flavor and super tender with a great butter compound on top. Good service and great atmosphere for after work or a weekend dinner. Would go again. read more
I went at 4:55 pm right before opening on a Saturday and was able to snag a bar seat. The restaurant was pretty full by 5:10 pm. If you want a seat, go a few minutes before opening. If you want a burger, you will need to get to dinner between 5 and 6 pm. Order right away or just let your server know to reserve a burger for you, because they will sell out. The burger meat was very soft and it definitely had a charred flavor. I didn't think that it was that messy of a burger. It held together pretty well. It was a good burger, and it was not greasy. My husband said it is the best burger he has had. The two sheet lasagna was very good. Lasagna was soft, cheese was melted and beef was tasty. I ordered the fries, aka potato wedges with war style sauce. It was mayo with spicy ?satay sauce. Sauce on the side and mixed the two together, chefs kiss. The crispy potatoes were very crisp on the outside and soft on the inside. Great place. Would come back to try their polenta bread. read more
It really is that good. It's one of those restaurants where every aspect is executed well, and I think Carmy Berzatto would have appreciated it! The space is straight out of an interior decorating magazine, and the service is warm and helpful. Getting to watch the kitchen work their signature wood-fired oven was especially cool! The food was fantastic. Got an early rez to try the burger, and it was reallllly good - easily a top-tier NYC burger. Perfectly rich and flavorful, with a great sauce and onions. IMO, it is worth it to go earlier to try the burger! The lasagna was so good with a super unique char and creamy bechamel bolognese. Got a tasty special for dessert, Passionfruit Creme Caramel. The only nitpick was that it was a bit small and could have had a stronger passionfruit flavor, but even without, it was a delicious custard. Incredible food in a fabulous space, super worth it. I already cannot wait to come back and try everything else; I'm sure it will be amazing. read more
Rolo's is worth the hype! The lasagna and burger are both stand out items that you must get! The service was fantastic with servers checking in time to time. We started the night with the sesame and wild oregano flatbread, which was soft and airy. The burger sold out by like 5:30pm so be there early for it. The burger was hands down the best burger I have had! It was surprisingly so light, we finished it so fast. The meat was so tender and everything was so balanced. The lasagna was very unique - some parts were crispy and some parts were soft. Every bite was a new experience. I have seen some comments saying there isn't enough sauce so I was a bit skeptical, but I felt like the amount of sauce was perfect. It's only two sheets of lasagna so if you are expecting the same amount of sauce as a normal lasagna, then that's where there would be a disconnect. My friends thought it was the best lasagna they have ever had! The wagyu steak was tender, but there were some parts that were a bit raw so it was somewhat chewy in those areas. I didn't mind it too much. The green garlic butter was amazing though! We kept it light with a coconut lime sorbet and chocolate malt ice cream to finish. Both were great ways to finish the meal. I highly recommend Rolo's for a date or a meal with a group of friends! read more
We lucked out with a quick table seating at Rolos in Ridgewood during the busy part of Saturday night, a busy neighborhood casual spot with good cocktails and a friendly vibe. The menu hits the right notes for an impromptu a quick hangout with friends. We especially enjoyed the woodfired polenta bread and delicious leafy greens herb salad as starters while we awaited our drinks. The three of us opted for pasta and paired the prosciutto di Parma with the ricotta cavatelli with pecorino cream corn and black pepper, which had a good balance of flavor and texture. The service was attentive without being overbearing, and our server was happy to point us toward crowd-pleaser cocktails we might not have tried otherwise. The space feels cozy with simple decor that makes it easy to settle in for a relaxed meal. A few tweaks could push it from very good to excellent - a broader menu selection and a few more vegetarian options - but overall the experience is reliable and welcoming. If you're in the area and craving solid comfort food with friendly service, Rolos is worth a stop. read more
27 days ago
Was told that this main dish of pasta that's $28 was the industry standard portion this evening we've visited for dinner many times and have never received a portion like this our server told us she'd take it off the bill then the manager came over and lectured us about this being the amount you get for their caliber of restaurant like we've never eaten out at a nice place before it was actually insulting we will never be back!! read more
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Rolo's absolutely lives up to the hype. I've been twice now, and everything I've ordered has been excellent. The food is incredibly well seasoned, thoughtfully prepared, and very fairly priced for the quality. You can tell there is real intention behind every dish. The whole vibe feels very The Bear in the best way possible: focused, hardworking people turning out genuinely great food without any pretension. It has that energy where everyone seems fully dialed in on creating a great experience. I'm still thinking about some of the dishes and already want to go back to try their well-known double cheeseburger, which I've heard is outstanding and often sells out early. Definitely make a reservation because this place books up quickly. Consistently excellent food, welcoming atmosphere, and the kind of restaurant you want to keep returning to. read more
Loved the ambiance in here! We were seated in the back next to the open kitchen and wood fire oven. It is such a great date night spot! I usually don't like New American cuisine but this was really good and had me reevaluating my stance! For three people we ordered: - chili butter polenta bread: 10/10 omg it was so chewy and delicious, almost like naan - fluke crudo: we wanted something acidic to break up the richness of the meal, but this was just ok. I would have rather ordered a salad - cheese burgers: one of my favorite burgers! It is on the smaller side but so delicious with a great char and smokiness. I can see how people might think this is a little salty but I loved it! When we ordered on a Tuesday night around 6:45 they still had 6 burgers left. Would definitely come back for the burger alone. - war potatoes: the dark horse of the meal! I was so skeptical because I hate mayo but the peanut sauce has lime leaf in it and the mayo adds richness. I really enjoyed this and would order it again! - two sheet lasagna: 6/10 this was what I wanted to try the most but it also disappointed me the most. Maybe because it wasn't super hot when we got it, but I really didn't get the hype. I probably wouldn't get this again. - burnt cinnamon ice cream: was a generous portion of ice cream! Tasted like horchata Overall, it was one of the best meals I've had in a while and was pretty reasonably priced for the quality and ambiance! Can't wait to go back! read more
10 months ago
Finally made it into Rolo's with a friend and to be honest now, I see what the hype is about. We went during the evening and the mood was relaxed and just right. Perfect for a date night or just catching up with a friend; which is what we did. We shared everything, and this was definitely the move. Their plates are large and shareable. First, you have to get the wood-fired polenta bread with the stracciatella. The bread was warm and it has that perfect char. We split two pastas. The Mafaldine was delicious and unlike anything I've had before. The walnut and broccoli rabe pesto proved to be a great pairing. The standout for me, though, was the two-sheet lasagna. It's a beef and pork bolognese, and because it's only composed of two large sheets of pasta, it's all about that crispy edge and saucy interior. I also picked up an Apple Highball drink. If you like cider, you'll love it. It is crisp and not overly sweet, which paired great with all the heavy food. It's the type of place you want to sit around all day. Definitely going back. Side note: I did have the salted caramel chocolate mousse for dessert. It was great but I forgot to take a photo. read more
4 months ago
Went to Rolo's for Mother's Day and we were seated right away. Our waitress was very friendly and well informed about what was on the menu. The food was delicious and fresh I had the green lasagna. The decor and music was tasteful. read more
4 months ago
Had an incredible meal at Rolo's to kick off the new year. I was very impressed by their burger and thought it was well worth the price of having to eat at 5pm. The peanut chili + mayo combo on the war fries also was a standout. Polenta bread and persimmon salad were great also. Unfortunately the item I wouldn't get again would be the two sheet lasagna, I personally prefer a thinner noodle. Cocktails were great and we had the apple tart for dessert which was a great way to cap off the meal! read more
1 year ago
Having gone to Rolo's for brunch (only offered on the weekends) and dinner, I can confidently say they've got it figured out. The wood burning oven is the center of both the dining room and the menu, which touts Polenta Bread, THE Double Cheeseburger, and Lasagna as highlights. The only person I would avoid bringing here would be lasagna purists, who might scoff at their interpretation of the classic. If you go for brunch I highly recommend saving room to share the Crispy Cinnamon French Toast, which masters the technique of crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. Reservations can be slightly difficult, but are generally available for less popular times like early weeknights. For a Friday or Saturday night dinner you'll want to book when reservations open, which is 28 days in advance at 10am on Resy. In terms of what to wear, keep it casual, but trendy. @alex.eats.365 read more
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