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Smoked chicken was good, I preferred the vegetables. The double cheeseburger was a hit with the group I was with
The ambience is relaxed, cozy but with a modern twist that feels inviting. 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. West Rose is a perfect place to celebrate a special occasion or to just meet a friend for a cocktail. 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.
The Scarlet Vetter says.....this remains a favorite in this quaint little town. Cool vibe, excellent food, pleasant servers. What is there not to like? And the Pizza is the very best I have had. Great place. You will not be disappointed!
We went back again during the winter ski season. It's a hard reservation to get so plan days ahead. We sat at the chefs counter again and enjoyed all the entertainment. 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.
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.
Incredible. First: they had a nice clean high chair and there was only street parking. The ambiance was upscale, bright and open. 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.
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!
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. Ambiance very trendy.
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!
7 months ago
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. But the ambience is great and the service was pretty good. Matt thought the burger was good. We both didn't really care for the cheesecake. read more
Good, but slow. Friends and I went for dinner and ut was busy, but not crazy. 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. The restaurant has a great vibe and very friendly. The tables were close but far enough that you could hear murmurs of conversations, but nit what was actually being said. read more
2 months ago
11 months ago
The ambience is relaxed, cozy but with a modern twist that feels inviting. 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. West Rose is a perfect place to celebrate a special occasion or to just meet a friend for a cocktail. 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
The Scarlet Vetter says.....this remains a favorite in this quaint little town. Cool vibe, excellent food, pleasant servers. 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
We went back again during the winter ski season. It's a hard reservation to get so plan days ahead. We sat at the chefs counter again and enjoyed all the entertainment. 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
9 months ago
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
2 years ago
Incredible. First: they had a nice clean high chair and there was only street parking. The ambiance was upscale, bright and open. 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
11 months ago
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
2 years ago
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. Ambiance very trendy. 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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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
4 years ago
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
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
2 years ago
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
4 years ago
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
5 years ago
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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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
5 years ago
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
3 years ago
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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