Rock-Ola Grille is Rockin'!
After years of decline in service and food quality, Rock-Ola Cafe rebranded as Rock-Ola Grille. Though a name change doesn't fix things, it does fit their new image. What does fix things is fixing things. They've done that, too! I've been to the Rock-Ola Grille on Battleground Avenue in Greensboro twice in the past four to six weeks. The second time was this past Friday. It was one of the best dining experiences I've had in a long time!
With plenty of outgoing and friendly staff, we were greeted as the door was opened for us, seated quickly and drinks were before us in no time. Brian, an exceptional waiter, provided table service that was timely, friendly, respectful... simply put: professional. The yeast rolls with cinnamon butter are worth a visit for dessert and coffee alone! The house salad was of ample portion, fresh and well-presented. The filet mignon was high quality Angus beef, cooked as requested, very tender and flavorful. Accompanied by a loaded potato, it was a perfect entree. A Reese's Peanut Butter Cup pie, served on a cloud of real whipped cream in a large martini glass was complemented with good coffee and finished the meal beautifully. My dinner partner and I enjoyed this meal (sharing dessert) for $40.
The first meal several weeks ago was highlighted by the grilled salmon Caesar salad. It's a well-prepared dinner salad with a nice portion of tasty grilled salmon, a light entree at a price of about $8 (if I remember correctly).
Rock-Ola is working to overcome a damaged reputation and the work they're doing is worth another chance. If you gave up on Rock-Ola, try one more time. They've recreated themselves into one of Greensboro's finer offerings for mid-priced dining.
Visit their (a little outdated) website here. A PDF of their menu is here.
With plenty of outgoing and friendly staff, we were greeted as the door was opened for us, seated quickly and drinks were before us in no time. Brian, an exceptional waiter, provided table service that was timely, friendly, respectful... simply put: professional. The yeast rolls with cinnamon butter are worth a visit for dessert and coffee alone! The house salad was of ample portion, fresh and well-presented. The filet mignon was high quality Angus beef, cooked as requested, very tender and flavorful. Accompanied by a loaded potato, it was a perfect entree. A Reese's Peanut Butter Cup pie, served on a cloud of real whipped cream in a large martini glass was complemented with good coffee and finished the meal beautifully. My dinner partner and I enjoyed this meal (sharing dessert) for $40.
The first meal several weeks ago was highlighted by the grilled salmon Caesar salad. It's a well-prepared dinner salad with a nice portion of tasty grilled salmon, a light entree at a price of about $8 (if I remember correctly).
Rock-Ola is working to overcome a damaged reputation and the work they're doing is worth another chance. If you gave up on Rock-Ola, try one more time. They've recreated themselves into one of Greensboro's finer offerings for mid-priced dining.
Visit their (a little outdated) website here. A PDF of their menu is here.
