Rolo’s

"Your Order: Double cheeseburger ($18)—because there is no single cheeseburger, Crispy Potatoes “War Style” ($12), and a cocktail (from $15). Rolo’s is a sit-down restaurant in Ridgewood, so you will likely come here for a full meal, but you should make sure that meal includes their smashburger. It’s on the pricier side, but it is a double patty, and it arrives effortlessly juicy, dripping with a mix of shiny grease, and dijonnaise. The smashburger here comes with one long pepper, which is well-charred and tasty, but it's also just a singular pepper, so you should also order the crispy potatoes “war style.” They’re topped with mayo, raw onions, and lemongrass-infused peanut sauce, and they are some of the very best spuds you can eat in all five boroughs. " - willa moore, neha talreja, will hartman, bryan kim

"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 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. Note the menu says it’s likely gone by 6:30 p.m." - Robert Sietsema, Eater Staff

"Rolo’s is perfect for a birthday dinner that feels like a scene out of Bushwick 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 you “Happy Birthday.”" - bryan kim, neha talreja, kenny yang, sonal shah

"Tahini Chickpeas with Wood-Fired Polenta Bread "Rolo’s has such a great vibe, perfect for a date spot or a small dinner with your close friends. It’s a go-to for me because there truly is something for everyone, whether you’re vegetarian or not. If you know me at all, you'll know that their tahini chickpeas dish is basically me in a bowl. When you scoop up the creamy tahini and chickpeas using the wood-fired polenta bread with olive oil & flaky sea salt…yeah, I think that’s probably what my heaven will look like." - brennan carley

"Rolo’s takes reservations, but it’s usually possible to walk in with a short wait on a Monday night. The restaurant is popular for its straightforward menu anchored by a wood-fired oven, which turns out polenta breads, charred head-on shrimp, and one of the borough’s best burgers. If you’re looking for something more casual, like fried fish sandwiches and queso fundido, try around the corner, where the owners recently opened Hellbender, a Mexican cocktail bar with a full food menu." - Eater Staff