Five Stars Isn't Enough for Adam and the Team at West Rose! From top to bottom, West Rose delivered an exceptional dining experience. The food was incredible, the service was top-notch, and the atmosphere in Ellicottville was fantastic - not a single complaint across the board. But what made our visit unforgettable was the General Manager, Adam, who gave us a masterclass in world-class customer service. Full disclosure: I had two complete "rookie mistakes" during our meal that I've never done in my life. First, while reaching for a slice of pizza, I managed to send the entire rest of the pizza - pan, rack, and all - crashing onto the floor. Mortified is an understatement. Before I could even finish apologizing, Adam stepped in. He had a staff member clean it up in literally ten seconds, flashed a warm smile, and calmly said a new pizza would be right out. Zero frustration, zero annoyance--he handled it with complete grace and had a second, fresh pizza at our table in minutes. He made sure I didn't feel embarrassed for even a second. To make matters worse, five minutes after walking out the door, my phone rang. It was Adam, politely letting me know I'd left my credit card behind. When I walked back in feeling twice as foolish, he handed it over with a smile and a good laugh after I admitted it wasn't my banner day. Great food is easy to find, but genuine, gracious, above-and-beyond hospitality like Adam's is rare. I Left a well-deserved tip and promised him I'd leave a review - and he truly earned every bit of praise. Don't skip this place if you're in Ellicottville! I know we'll be returning. read more

We came here after a day of skiing. I had been wanting to try it for a while. Maybe it was my fault for ordering the mushroom pizza, I did not think it was good at all. I did love the hummus though. So I'm definitely open to coming back, but I will definitely not be getting that mushroom pizza. Or the ginger drink. [[HIGHLIGHT]]But the ambience is great[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] and the service was pretty good. Matt thought the burger was good. We both didn't really care for the cheesecake. read more

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Good, but slow. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Friends and I went for dinner and ut was busy, but not crazy.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] We got seated and a few minutes later, the table next to us also got seated. Guess who got greeted first, the other table. Our server was lovely, after a while. She started off slow, but then she perked up. Sadly she never gave us her name, I finally got it when she set the check down. I had the double cheeseburger and lord it was good. My only concern was the side. I asked for the Caesar salad and when it sat down, it was a kale Caesar salad. I don't eat kale but our server took care of it. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The restaurant has a great vibe and very friendly.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]The tables were close but far enough that you could hear murmurs of conversations, but nit what was actually being said.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

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Smoked chicken was good, I preferred the vegetables. The double cheeseburger was a hit with the group I was with read more

West Rose - Smoked chicken - New American Near Me - Ellicottville, New York

[[HIGHLIGHT]]The ambience is relaxed, cozy but with a modern twist that feels inviting.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Our waiter was Michael who was delightful to be around as was the staff at West Rose. We were celebrating our 3 year wedding anniversary and felt genuinely welcomed. We ordered the special pizza which was incredible, I've never had such a unique pizza before but it was familiar enough to still throughly enjoy. My wife got the double cheeseburger and I got the New York strip steak, both of our meals were spectacular although I think the favorite of the two was the steak cause my wife kept taking bites of it . I don't remember what drinks we ordered but they were so tasty, well balanced with a good punch. [[HIGHLIGHT]]West Rose is a perfect place to celebrate a special occasion or to just meet a friend for a cocktail.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The food is amazing here, of all the places in the region few have ever inspired me enough to leave a review and this place definitely deserves all the praise it gets. read more

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The Scarlet Vetter says.....this remains a favorite in this quaint little town. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Cool vibe, excellent food, pleasant servers.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] What is there not to like? And the Pizza is the very best I have had. Great place. You will not be disappointed! read more

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We went back again during the winter ski season. It's a hard reservation to get so plan days ahead. [[HIGHLIGHT]]We sat at the chefs counter again and enjoyed all the entertainment.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] My son tried to get one of their brick fired pizzas but they were sold out. The entire family went with their smash burger and it was sooooo good! It comes with a small salad and some pickled vegetables or you can substitute fries. My wife said "I'd drive the 3 hours just for this place" and I agree. read more

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Great ambience inside. We both really liked our entrée. The smoked chicken (it might have had a different name on the menu) was really tasty and had an incredible smoked flavor. If you're not a fan of the smoky flavor, you might not like it. The only thing I would've preferred would be if it wasn't covered in so much and I could pick it up and eat it with my hands. Double cheeseburger with the side salad was great. I thought the prices were very reasonable for the location. Service was quick and polite. read more

West Rose - Double cheeseburger - New American Near Me - Ellicottville, New York

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Yummm. Definitely the best restaurant in the area. I thought the mushroom pizza was a miss (ricotta on it felt strange), but the focaccia with the lemon ricotta, the patatas bravas and the littleneck clams with bacon and brussel sprouts are soooo good. Rotating tap beer and great cocktails! read more

Incredible. [[HIGHLIGHT]]First: they had a nice clean high chair and there was only street parking.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]The ambiance was upscale, bright and open.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Every member of the staff was well dressed and extremely friendly. The food arrived quickly and it was exceptional. I have no complaints at all about the food, and that's saying something. Fresh squeezed orange juice, crusted Nutella bread pudding, salted maple pancakes, scrambled eggs, and a breakfast sandwich. Everything tasted as though they made it from scratch, and I know even their hot sauce was house-made. The portions were generous and the price was great for the value. I would 100% come back next time we're in Ellicottville. read more

West Rose - New American Near Me - Ellicottville, New York

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]First of all, let me say the ambience here is classy, and the service was excellent.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] but I thought the menu was pretty limited, in that there were only four main dishes, other than pizza- they offered a cheeseburger, clams, smoked chicken, and a 16 ounce steak. There are a number of "snacks" and "vegetables", but all of them kind of cheffy, nothing ordinary. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The place is very busy in winter, we enjoyed our dinner.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

I cannot say enough good things about West Rose. The food was out of this world. The flavor combinations were so on point, making even common dishes just WOW- so inspired. The staff was very knowledgeable and kind, and took great care of us. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The atmosphere is trendy and peaceful.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I will go back anytime I'm in town. Thank you West Rose for a beautiful evening! read more

The hubs and I had tried to dine here last year during our trip down to xc ski at Allegany, but West Rose was closed at that time, so this time around we made sure to double check hours and make a reservation. They have limited hours, Thursdays through Sundays, and close at 8 pm. We made a reservation for 6:30 pm, but got lost skiing the trails at Art Roscoe in Allegany State Park, and extended til 7 and again til 7:15. We cut it a little close but we made it! We walked in to a very chill atmosphere: few folks dining at the bar, pizza oven blazing in the open kitchen like a fireplace, several tables for two set, waiting for patrons, and a really cozy decor with lots of wood accents, plants, and white and neutral tones. The hostess was ready for us and sat us immediately, and when we announced to our lovely server that we were STARVING after 2.5 hrs xc skiing over at Allegany, she told us she would let the kitchen know. Not expecting too much, I settled in to wait with my phone, and the hubs went outside for a cig. And miraculously, within 10 min our food arrived!! We ordered the double cheeseburger, which comes with a dressed side salad; the burger was on a soft sesame-seed bun, with minimal condiments and a couple small gherkin-sized dill pickles. It was large, so we asked for a second small plate so we could cut it in half to share. It was cooked perfectly, the meat very well seasoned and the perfect temp - the fact that it was 'plain' (just cheese, no mayo or ketchup, no sliced tomato or onion) didn't matter because it was that juicy and flavorful. We also got the patatas bravas and the shaved brussels sprouts salad. The patatas bravas were prepared really nicely: crispy outside and soft inside, generously seasoned and served with a creamy vegan aioli. But the shaved brussels sprouts were the star of the show! Sitting atop a pillow of cashew butter, then topped with pomegranate seeds and a drizzel of sesame oil, this vegan salad was tender, fragrant, flowery, savory - all the things!! It also perfectly complimented the burger and patatas! Because we shared everything we still had room for dessert. I've been following their Instagram and saw this chocolate concoction that looked absolutely decadent, so we ordered that. It was a chocolate, hazelnut, caramel tart, with almond butter and a smear of chocolate ganache - it was rich but also light, perfect for sharing, and the kind of special treat that really caps off a simple but delicious meal. We live in Rochester and don't make it down here often, but I would drive 2 hrs one way just for another meal like that! If you are in town, definitely plan a dinner here at least one night, and leave room for dessert! read more

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Food was exceptional; service very good as well. Went for the smash burger and the mushroom pizza. Coming back to try the steak and frittes as well as the clans. Great dessert collection. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Ambiance very trendy.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

West Rose - Cheeseburger - New American Near Me - Ellicottville, New York

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I love West rose so much! It is one of my favorites. I love the pizzas, but was very disappointed to see the size of the pizzas decreased drastically. read more

Had such an amazing brunch here last weekend with a group of friends! It was our last day of our visit to Ellicottville and it was a great send-off to a fun weekend. West Rose is centrally located in the town center and feels vibrant and new, compared to the other dining options in the area. The interior is beautiful - you're immediately greeted by a modern bar area and bright, open decor. The downstairs seated dining area is cozy but does not feel crowded. We were seated on the second floor, which was bright and airy with big tall windows looking out at the mountains. The brunch menu is compact but diverse - options ranging from pancakes to a hot honey chicken and grits to breakfast pizza, with many things in-between. I ordered an iced coffee and the patatas bravas (also ordered by two friends) with a poached egg and a side of bacon. The coffee was excellent, and the meal itself was flavorful and generously portioned. A friend ordered the breakfast pizza which could have easily fed two, and my husband and another friend ordered the aforementioned chicken and grits. Everything was fresh and presented beautifully. The food also arrived relatively quickly, I don't think we waited more than 30 minutes for our dishes to come to our table. I wholeheartedly recommend West Rose for brunch, and I'm certain that dinner would be fantastic as well. If I find myself back in EVL, I will definitely be sure to visit again! read more

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Such a vibe in here. Hard wood floors, you can see them cooking the food behind the counter! Huge pizza oven. Everything on the menu is unique and the food we ordered was very tasty. Great service! read more

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West Rose is the best thing that's happened to EVL in the past 5 years. The service and food were absolutely amazing. We loved everything. Pizzas were great, the Ribeye with the Foie butter was so decadent. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Beautiful space.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Nice job Chef Anthony and crew! read more

[[HIGHLIGHT]]Really nice open airy design, lighting & music gave a calm unhurried ambiance.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Expert cocktails tasted fresh and imaginative. The food had some standouts that we won't forget: the hummus, the kale salad, the smoked chicken on polenta...they each set the bar for us! As for service - great kind personable team all around! read more

I love the food here best pizza ever it is so 10 out of 10 recommend it is so good we love it

[[HIGHLIGHT]]The ambiance from the time you walk through the door is inviting and hip at the same time - very hard to achieve!![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The service starts at the hostess counter and continues with a constant stream of attention. The food? Oh my. Kudos to the chef for having a sense of humor and refined palette. Everything was delicious from drinks and appetizers to the super fun desserts. 14 stars out of 14. Will be back!! read more

Amazing every time. Food is perfection, [[HIGHLIGHT]]ambiance is amazing[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]], and wonderful service. The cocktails are also incredible. read more

Solid food, every time. Great service. [[HIGHLIGHT]]I love watching the chefs at work.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] We keep on coming back to ellicottville because of this place! read more

A magnificent brunch in EVL! My friends and I had a reservation for 11:30 AM - we showed up 15 minutes early and they were still happy to seat us. The aesthetic was open, chic, and clean. We were sat upstairs, where we had lovely views of the town and the mountain. I ordered a mimosa and patatas bravas, both of which I would highly recommend! Our table got a mix of that, the breakfast pizza, and the chicken with polenta. Our server was attentive and gave great recommendations. I would say it was one of the best meals we had over our ski trip weekend and the perfect Apres ski destination. They were closing up for a few hours in the middle of the day because of the Bills playoff game so we got our food pretty quickly, but we didn't feel rushed at all. I would love to come for dinner or to try the noodle bar, but I can certainly recommend for Sunday brunch! read more

West Rose - New American Near Me - Ellicottville, New York

10/10! Spent the day in Ellicottville and have been dying to go to West Rose for a while. We finally carved out some time to go and it did not disappoint. The aesthetic is so charming with white brick face walls, wood floors, gold accents and arched doors. We sat at the chefs counter and watched as all the food was prepared. We ordered the focaccia to start and omg it was warm and fresh right out of the oven, accompanied with a refreshing buttery spread and spicy tomato oil paste- yum! We each ordered a double cheeseburger and Ellie our server suggested we substitute the standard garden salad for the kale Caesar as our side. So, so good!! Top 5 burger in WNY! Our meal was so filling and delicious. We can't wait to go back :) read more

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Cozy restaurant with delicious food! The wood fired pizzas are a must! In addition the drink and cocktail list has good variety and the service was very welcoming and friendly. read more

Wow!! West Rose is off the charts. We had their Kale Caesar Salad, Swiss Char au gratin and Patatas Bravas that were wonderful. But the most impressive items was the Cucumber Martini and Sour Martini's made by Hanna, their bartender extraordinaire. Delicious read more

West Rose - Sour Martini - New American Near Me - Ellicottville, New York

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A friend and I went to West Rose on a Thursday night as we had heard many good things about it and our general conclusion was that it deserved every rave review. We did make reservations, and were greeted and promptly seated by our hostess in a minimalistic yet charming dining room. Our waitress came over to take our drink order and informed us of the special of the night, a smoked Koginut squash soup with pancetta and pecans. The menu is not large, a preference of mine, and it seemed to be inspired by the flavors of Spain,Italy and Turkey. For starters we got the Koginut soup, Hummus and Patatas Bravas. The hummus was served with a delightfully thin, crisp yet soft, wood oven baked laffa bread. The smoke in the Koginut soup was a bit overpowering, as it was all I could taste, but still enjoyable and I appreciated the creativity. The potatoes were amazing! Crunchy, well seasoned, not greasy. Could have eaten a second bowl. For the mains we got the mushroom pizza and Ajillo marinated shrimp. The shrimp were perfectly cooked and decoratively served with merquez sausage on polenta . The polenta's creamy taste and texture complemented the char on the shrimp and spice of the merquez. The mushroom pizza, which was very good, was made with local flat 12 mushrooms, and came out steaming hot from the wood oven. The wait stafff was knowledgeable, attentive, and yet, not intrusive. I dont go to Elicottville often, but If i do, this will be my go to place for dinner or drinks. We had a lovely evening. read more

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THE BEST. SIMPLY THE BEST. In town for a wedding when we stopped by West Rose for dinner with a large party last minute on Friday night. They accommodated us at a beautiful rooftop table and it only got better from there. We ordered some wine & beer and a few pizzas, Caesar salads and a cheeseburger (which was extremely strong). Incredible pickled green tomato, peppers and veg put it over the edge. We were in a rush trying to get to an event and had beautiful service. Got out right on time and everything was perfect. THEN, if you are still reading, came the icing on the cake. A much needed brunch after the wedding night where we were able to meet friends and order breakfast pizza and the local pork sausage breakfast sandwich. It. Was. Heaven. Don't sleep on the hot sauce either (it's special). Needed a lot of TLC this morning and left feeling a million times better than when we went in. Service. Again. Slayed me. Literally don't go anywhere else. This is it. This is the place. read more

AMAZING. Came here for brunch and got to downtown a bit earlier than we expected, we had a reservation for 12:15 and they were still willing and able to seat us at 11:30. The hostess noticed the note on my reservation we were in town for an anniversary, congratulated us and sat us at the chefs bar where you can eat and see the chefs prepare food. We ordered mimosa, breakfast pizza, pancakes and the pork bowl. The services was excellent, the food was incredible and our waitress even brought us a celebratory rose to toast. Loved the aesthetic of the restaurant and it was nice chatting with one of the chefs. Can't wait to go back here again and we'll have to try dinner next time! read more

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We wasted over an hour of our time at Steelbound, which we could have gotten into West Rose reservations. The hostess was very understanding of our situation and sat us immediately at the couch. She got us drinks and snacks within 10 minutes! Then took care of everything else with dinner and more drinks while the place was completely packed solid. We're big fans of the Grange family of restaurants and the OP outpost, but listening to our 2 family's distress and making us feel at home, is exactly what a great restaurant should be. Having a excellent staff is a core value and definitely not something you just say, doing it is another thing completely. Incredible. Thank you read more

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Farm fresh offerings. Went with the burger and mushroom pizza. Close to the best burger I have ever had...smash burger with an incredible sauce. Pizza was amazing. Portion size was just right, not too much food. Count on us coming back! read more

We picked this for our family dinner to kick off our Holiday Valley Ski weekend and it was a fantastic option. A felt a little jealous walking by the really stylish bar on the way to our table in the upstairs dining area. It was a tough decision here as you have two choices...the full menu or a separate area upstairs that serves as a walk-up no reservation noodle bar (think ramen, soups). We really wanted the wood-fired pizza so opted for the full menu. We had the spicy pizza and the Mushroom Pizza, the raw Ahi Tuna Crudo (think Sashimi) and the roasted cauliflower. Everything we ordered was amazing and the service was on point. The guy watering our table was able to keep up with some of water-guzzling family and they actually thought he deserved an award! The Cauliflower appetizer sat on top of an amazing slightly spicy mint dip and was a creative spin for a healthy option. Both pizza's were incredibly flavored and had a great crunchy/chewy crust with slight burnt edges typical for oven-fired pizza. I had the mezcal drink and it was very balanced....everything I expected with a $103 bill for a family of five...thank you West Rose...what a great addition to Ellicottville's restaurant and bar scene! read more

As expected by the people who brought us The Grange, West Rose is exceptional. We came for their brunch, and I loved the variety of options - you could go "traditional" with pancakes or an egg sandwich, but of course each item is tweaked - The egg sandwich is on homemade biscuit with house ground sausage, the pancakes have a hint of bright lemon that made the perfectly chewy but not tough breakfast staple stand out - and you could also go lunchier with an burger, salad, or ragu. The breakfast pizza was so good I tried to eat the whole thing and hurt myself. I can't wait to come back for dinner. read more

West Rose - Breakfast pizza - New American Near Me - Ellicottville, New York

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Beautifully decorated with a great ambiance. Great service. A destination if you're in Ellicottville, NY!

The food was great, but the service was disappointing. The waitstaff was rude and overly persistent, continuously approaching our table until we left. Unfortunately, I won't be returning. read more

I had an amazing time here at West Rose. I'm a first time go-er and for sure will be a frequent guest. The ambience is spectacular. They have a BALCONY with a fire ( I wasn't seated out there. But best believe I looked around).. Big shout out to the waiters and waitresses for their amazing service. Poise and resourceful to say the least. Okay now to the dishes. I tried 3 items (2 appetizers and a main dish) 1. Homemade focaccia bread with whipped ricotta and Calabrian chili- wow. A great start to my dinner. The perfect blend of crisp crust in the outside and a soft warm center. The crust is seasoned to perfection. Lay a mix of the whipped ricotta and the Calabrian chili on to your bread and let your taste buds be amazed. The chili is dampened down by the whipped ricotta. Be moderate. By far the best appetizer this year. 2. Roasted cauliflower- I was hesitant about the texture and taste of the cauliflower due to the ingredients ( garlic and herb tahini, pickled Fresno chili and mint) but that was all gone once I took my first bite. The seasoning isn't overwhelming, a good blend of spices. Although If I had to choose an appetizer it would be the focaccia bread. 3. SCALLOPS - I wish there was at least two more! My dish contained 3 big scallops. It was fulfilling because I order appetizers. Had I not. It wouldn't suffice. The vegetable purée and brown butter vinaigrette is a much needed addition to the scallops. Impressed. Extras: love the bathroom set up! Go take mirror pics! read more

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If you're seeking elevated flavors, upscale drinks, and well-thought out aesthetics, West Rose is the spot for you. Went here on a little staycation in Ellicottville a few weeks ago, and I'm so happy I did. The interior is nothing short of gorgeous: beautiful color palate, lush plants all around, and thoughtfully placed lighting. I'm a sucker for good aesthetics and this place is full of them. The service was incredible, from the moment we walked in we were greeted with a smile (I could tell the host was smiling behind his mask). Our server was kind and considerate and we had a great experience. The food was delicious! My boyfriend got oysters to start, scallops for his dinner, and I got a margarita pizza. Everything was packed with flavor and perfectly cooked. The cocktails were refreshing, too! I wish this spot was closer to Buffalo. Lucky for me, they've got a sister restaurant tucked away in Hamburg! read more

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Best food & craft cocktails!! Thank you for an amazing NYE venue Upstairs. We will return! read more

I think the ambiance and overall esthetic is great. The service had been hit or miss and well as the quality of food. The menu is small. Of the food I have tried, I would recommend the humus platter, kale salad, burger and pizzas. I think they make an excellent cocktail and would recommend West Rose for drinks. If I could give a rating of 3.5 stars I would. read more