Rolo's – American
Tucked into a sun-drenched corner of Ridgewood, Rolo’s hums with the vibrant energy of a neighborhood gathering place centered around the glowing embers of a wood-burning oven. The air carries the enticing scent of charred sourdough and slow-roasted meats, where rustic American flavors are elevated through the transformative power of open flame. It is a space where the warmth of the hearth meets a sophisticated culinary spirit, inviting guests to linger over plates that celebrate the simple, smoky beauty of seasonal ingredients.
853 Onderdonk Avenue, Ridgewood, NY 11385 +1-718-417-6567 http://www.rolosnyc.com/Rating: 4.5/5 (1695 reviews)
Cuisine: American
Price range: $$
Dietary options: vegan, vegetarian, dairy-free, nut-free, high-protein, keto, low-carb, gluten-free, mediterranean, pescatarian, plant-based, sugar-free, whole30, paleo, diabetic, heart-healthy, low-fat, clean-eating, low-cholesterol, anti-inflammatory, atkins, south-beach, weight-watchers, high-fiber, tlc, detox, aip, volumetrics, alkaline, low-fodmap, carnivore, raw-food, mayo-clinic, slow-carb, candida, lectin-free, pegan, sirtfood, macrobiotic
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Thursday
- 5:00 - 10:00 PM
- Friday
- 5:00 - 11:00 PM
- Saturday
- 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM, 5:00 - 11:00 PM
- Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM, 5:00 - 10:00 PM
What diners are saying
Celebrated for its cozy, homey vibe and exceptional comfort food, this spot consistently impresses diners with its warm atmosphere and friendly service. Standout dishes include the smoky lasagna, Calabrian chili butter polenta bread, and the highly praised apple butter French toast. While the popular burger draws hype (and sells out quickly), many guests actually prefer other menu highlights like the steak radicchio Caesar and crispy potatoes. Reservations are highly recommended for this busy establishment, where the staff is noted for being knowledgeable and welcoming.
Menu
- olive oil & flaky salt - $8: olive oil, flaky salt Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Clean-Eating, Low-Cholesterol
- sesame & wild oregano - $10: sesame, wild oregano Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Clean-Eating, Low-Cholesterol
- calabrian chili butter - $13: calabrian chili butter Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- housemade mortadella - $15 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Paleo, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, Carnivore, Lectin-Free
- prosciutto di parma - $18 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Paleo, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, Clean-Eating, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, AIP, Candida, Lectin-Free
- fennel salami - $12 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, Carnivore, Lectin-Free
- stracciatella cheese - $13: cheese, silk, chili, sumac Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, Clean-Eating
- pickled carrots, orange, coriander - $7: pickled carrots, orange, coriander Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, AIP, Mayo-Clinic, Pegan, Lectin-Free
- tahini chickpeas - $9 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Candida
- persimmon & puntarelle salad - $20: marinated feta Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic
- leafy greens & herb salad - $15 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Weight-Watchers, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Raw-Food, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb, Sirtfood, Pegan, Candida
- beet salad - $18: concord vinaigrette, castelrosso cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Anti-Inflammatory, Weight-Watchers, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic
- fluke crudo - $23: carrot jus, serrano, pumpkin seeds Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Weight-Watchers, Clean-Eating, Raw-Food, TLC, Detox, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb, Candida
- woodfired honeynut squash - $18: tahini ranch, chives Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Anti-Inflammatory, Weight-Watchers, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic
- grilled salt & pepper head-on shrimp - $18 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Weight-Watchers, Clean-Eating, TLC, Detox, AIP, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb, Candida, Lectin-Free
- mafaldine - $25: walnut & broccoli rabe pesto, fennel pollen Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol
- sweet potato & brown butter cappelletti - $26: parmesan, sage Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- littleneck clam spaghetti - $28: calabrian chili, garlic breadcrumbs Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- two sheet lasagna verde bolognese - $32: bolognese contains beef & pork Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- grilled branzino - $35: sunchoke & almond romesco, aleppo Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Weight-Watchers, Clean-Eating, TLC, Detox, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb, Candida
- pork t-bone - $36: celery root puree, chimichurri Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Candida
- wagyu beef skirt steak - $48 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, AIP, Candida, Lectin-Free
- wood-fired whole trout almondine for two - $58: brown butter, parsley, lemon Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Low-Fodmap, Candida, Lectin-Free
- crispy potatoes - $8 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol
- crispy potatoes "war style" - $12 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber
- grilled pea greens - $13: garlic, confit, lemon Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, AIP, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Pegan, Candida, Lectin-Free
- double cheeseburger - $20: grilled onions, dijonnaise, pickled long hot. butchered and ground in-house. LIMITED. get here before 6pm if you insist on having one. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- house dry-aged prime cuts & butcher steaks: 4.25/oz Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, AIP, Candida, Lectin-Free
Frequently Asked Questions about Rolo's
- What is the overall customer sentiment about this restaurant?
- Rated 4.5/5, customers celebrate the cozy vibe, friendly service, smoky lasagna, polenta bread, and the highly praised apple butter French toast.
- What percentage of this menu works for vegan, keto, gluten-free, or low-carb diets?
- Based on the provided diet tag information, 70% of the analyzed dishes accommodate vegan, keto, gluten-free, or low-carb diets.
- What should first-time visitors know about this restaurant?
- Reservations are highly recommended for this 4.5/5 rated restaurant, where the popular burger sells out quickly and lasagna is praised.
- What are the standout dishes based on the menu?
- Standout dishes include the smoky lasagna, Calabrian chili butter polenta bread, apple butter French toast, steak radicchio Caesar, and crispy potatoes.
- Is this restaurant suitable for families?
- Rated 4.5/5, Rolo's is suitable for families, offering a cozy, homey vibe, friendly service, and exceptional comfort food dishes.
- Is this a good spot for a date or special occasion?
- Rated 4.5/5, this restaurant is ideal for dates, featuring a cozy, homey vibe and a sophisticated atmosphere for lingering.
- Which dishes work for multiple diets at once (e.g., keto + gluten-free)?
- Stracciatella cheese and housemade mortadella suit keto and gluten-free diets, while pickled carrots and leafy greens & herb salad accommodate over twenty diets.
- Does this restaurant have a website or online ordering?
- Rolo's has a website at http://www.rolosnyc.com/, but the provided data does not specify if online ordering is available.
- How many reviews does this restaurant have?
- The provided restaurant data does not specify the exact number of reviews, though it lists an average rating of 4.5/5.
- What is this restaurant's overall rating?
- Rolo's maintains an overall average rating of 4.5/5, reflecting its reputation for exceptional comfort food and a warm atmosphere.