Rolo’s
Bar & grill · Ridgewood ·
Wood-fired grill, cocktails, and weekend brunch with great burgers
Wood-fired grill, cocktails, and weekend brunch with great burgers
"In Ridgewood, Queens I recommend Rolo’s double cheeseburger, a two-patty cult favorite made with New York state grass-fed beef butchered and ground in-house, topped with cheese, grilled onion, dijonnaise, and pickled long hot peppers; it often sells out within an hour. Chef Eunji Lee suggests pairing it with the crispy potatoes served “War Style” (mayonnaise, spicy peanut sauce, and white onions)." - Amelia Schwartz
"Rolo’s in Ridgewood is perfect for a birthday dinner that feels like a scene out of Brooklyn hipster fan fiction. You might see a DJ fueling up before a 2am set, or a group of artist friends who once did an impromptu cabaret show on the dance floor at Mood Ring. The menu has everything from grilled shrimp and minimalist two-sheet lasagna to a cheeseburger and housemade charcuterie, in addition to some ice cream you can enjoy while your friends sing to you." - will hartman, bryan kim, neha talreja, sonal shah, molly fitzpatrick, willa moore
"When a burger approaches $20, without fries, it’s held to a different standard: We expect better beef, a cheese that holds its own, and maybe a spoonful of jammy, caramelized onions to tie things together. Rolo’s in Ridgewood hits all the marks — and then some — with its double-cheeseburger, throwing a pickled hot pepper on the side like it’s an old-school Italian sandwich shop. It’s rich and meaty, the kind of sandwich you won’t want to share but will be glad you did. Know before you go: The menu notes that the burger is likely gone by 6:30 p.m." - Robert Sietsema
"This wood-fired restaurant founded by a few Gramercy Tavern alums seems casual, with servers wearing precariously placed beanies, and a constant hum of something that sounds a lot like Khruangbin. But Rolo’s is actually a very serious restaurant that pumps out seriously tasty, detail-oriented food, like a two-sheet lasagna verde that’s rich with bechamel and deliciously charred. It also happens to be a very fun place to go out for dinner or weekend brunch. Get one polenta bread for every two people, and if you want to try their smashburger, go early because they’re normally sold out by 7pm." - bryan kim, neha talreja, willa moore, will hartman
"Credited with making one of the city’s best burgers, noted as a new local draw in its neighborhood." - Eater Staff