Lola's

This was incredible. The naan, pimento toast, fried fish lettuce wraps, and especially the heritage pork were absolutely perfect. We weren't that crazy about the egg noodles and would probably skip that next time. This place is more vegetable forward than I realized going in and next time would lean more in that direction (although the pork and pimento toast were kind of sneaky veggie dishes in their own right).We also liked the chocolate chip cookie for dessert but the real champ was the Black Forest cake.

We had our Valentine's dinner here, and overall, it was a lovely experience with some standout dishes. We actually took a long time to decide and the server was so patient and happy to help explain the dishes to us. Highlights: * Beef Tartare - Hands down the best dish of the night! I loved how they chopped the tartare into mini cubes and mixed it with black barley, which added a nice chewy texture. The sunchoke chips were a great touch, adding some crunch to balance it out. Super creative and well-executed. * Chicken Thigh - This reminded me of Taiwanese popcorn chicken in the best way! The coconut vinegar really helped cut through the oiliness, making it feel lighter and easy to keep eating. The hot honey dipping sauce wasn't really for me, but it might be for others. * Naan & Sauces - The sauces were excellent--carrot masala yogurt and cilantro chutney were both packed with flavor. The naan itself had a strange flavor to me, almost like gas or something charred too much. My husband, on the other hand, thought it tasted great, so maybe it's just personal preference.Just Okay: * Beets salad & Stir-Fried Noodles - Worth trying once, but I probably wouldn't order it again. Nothing bad, just not as memorable as the other dishes.Lola has a great atmosphere and some really creative dishes. While not everything hit the mark for me, the highlights made it worth the visit. Would definitely come back to try more!

Love it here! The cuisine is a welcomed addiction to the NY dining scene. I'd say it's Southern with subtle Filipino/Asian accents, both cuisines known for being comfort food.Service was very good, friendly and courteous, hallmarks of both Southern and Filipino cultures. I started with the pandan punch: lovely, but I expected a green color to this drink, which would have made this cocktail pop in presentation. Next, the flat bread with the yogurt masala spread is a must. In addition to being freshly baked in their oven that's prominently situated for all to see, it's about the ritual of pulling the bread apart with your hands, and then glazing on the spread. I love dishes that invite us to do this. I went for the chopped heritage pork with sweet potato, black honey garlic butter, and collards - it did not disappoint: layers of flavors from the BBQ sauce to the slight mustard nuance, with the sweetness of the honey. It wasn't overpowering, just the right amount of flavorful interest. Chef Cupps served the dish herself, along with some charred cabbage which accompanied the BBQ perfectly. (As a Filipino American, I'm so proud of her accomplishments!)Finished with a black forest cake with chocolate pudding, sesame brittle and cherry jam...Wow! Cake was super moist, the tart cherry complimented the chocolate perfectly and the brittle added the perfect textual interest. Lastly, the price point is spot-on! With this clean and modern interior, fresh ingredients, and service...the price point is just fantastic.I'll definitely be back!

Stunning food!We walked in for 2 and sat at the bar. It's a chef's counter and you can see quite a bit.We ordered cocktails, the bread and dip, a salad, the farmer's market special, and the chicken. Our server recommended the chicken, and I'd definitely try it if it's your first time! Everything tasted wonderful, and I had some nice acidic and spicy bites. The bread and dip and the salad were all beautiful.Can't wait to try the rest of the menu.Friendly, quick service. Really cool vibe inside, the design was awesome. Nice bathrooms.

So tasty! Have heard great things about the restaurant and finally got to try it. I think reservations are recommended; there is space for walkins but not much.Every dish we ordered really hit the spot. My favorite dish was definitely the chicken thigh, as many others have pointed out. We asked for recommendations, and our server was really helpful in describing pretty much everything on the menu so we can get exactly what we wanted.My friend also tried the pandan cocktail, which tasted great. Honestly kudos to the bartender! We also had the cookie dessert with oolong milk, the milk was actually the better half!

There is lots to like about Lola's. It is a cool space with great service, cocktails and wine list. The food is good, but not at the level of the rest of the restaurant. Looking forward to trying them again.

***Reservations Recommended, Excellent Service, Shareable Plates***The stand out dishes for me were the chicken, the tilefish and the drinks. I was a bit disappointed by the noodle dish; it wasn't hot enough and the other dishes weren't memorable. Our server was also our bartender since we sat at the bar; he gave great drink recommendations. Overall I enjoyed the meal!

My sister's pick. Giving them 4 stars despite the hiccup at the end.Came to support the Filipina chef. How can you go wrong with a place named after an abuela?We were a wee bit early for our reservation, but we got seated right away. Found parking right outside so a win right away. As their setup is family style we went to town and got a few things to share. Started off with the naan, beets and dip. We cleared those plates so quickly I don't remember exhaling. Next up was the pimiento toast. I wanted more, but more food was coming. Next up was the crispy chicken thighs, noodz and chopped pork. I could've finished that chicken on my own. We were nearing the end of our meal when my nephew looked at me and my sister with a concerned look. Turns out there was a tiny piece of hair on his plate, sitting right on top of the pasta. It was too short to be his and he has curly hair so it couldn't be his. I could barely see it, but my sister took a photo and concluded it was most likely an eyelash. We called our server who was way too nonchalant about it then took the plate to the kitchen. I stopped eating altogether. We still had a good amount of the noods left and a few bites of the pork. The floor manager came over quickly and fixed the whole ordeal. He took the noodles off our check and comped us a couple desserts. Here's the kicker - I asked him if I could have a sample of their spicy vinegar sauce and this man gave me a whole ass bottle of it. A big thank you to Nick for turning our frowns upside down. It's because of your generosity and chill vibes that I'm not giving this place a 1 star review. I'm taking that vinegar sauce back to LA.

Fantastic from start to finish!! Staff is super kind, knowledgeable, and attentive. Restaurant vibe is lively and bright. Everything we ordered (most of the menu) was on point. Great for a group dinner or date night

Made a reservation the second the NYT review dropped lmao. My boyfriend and I were big fans of Untitled (RIP) and were happy to see the chef reappear here! I tried:+ Pandan punch+ Carolina old fashioned + Fried tilefish lettuce wraps+ Crispy chicken thighs+ Beef and barley tartare+ Stir fry egg noodle+ Chocolate and black sesame pudding cake+ Warm buckwheat chocolate chip cookieThe lettuce wraps and cookie were my favorite bites, followed by the chicken and egg noodles. Cocktails were also great, with a slight edge to the old fashioned. The only letdown was the cake, which was way too sweet.Definitely will return!