Bologna Via Cucina

Absolutely amazing experience from start to finish. We ordered the carbonara, the Jeffery pizza, Caesar salad, bruschetta, and finished with the tiramisu, and every single dish was outstanding. The carbonara was rich, creamy, and perfectly balanced. The Jeffery pizza had incredible flavor with a great crust, and the Caesar salad was fresh and well dressed. The bruschetta was the perfect starter, bursting with flavor, and the tiramisu was the ideal ending, light, creamy, and not overly sweet. Very cute family business that makes the experience feel warm and welcoming. You can truly taste the quality and care put into the food. Highly recommend and will definitely be back.

I’ve eaten at some of the best Italian restaurants from hidden gems in New York to Carbone’s in Vegas to a few highly rated places in South Florida. I came here for my birthday and I wasn’t sure what to expect as I’ve never eaten in Rochester before. We were greeted by the staff opening the door for us. I dressed up however the restaurant doesn’t seem to have a dress code. Once you step inside, the atmosphere was a bit unsuspecting and the space is smaller/cozy. We were taken care of immediately. And the staff was super friendly. I asked for a custom order of spicy penne (my favorite from carbone is the spicy rig) and I ordered the traverse city chicken and I was pleasantly surprised. It’s easily a 10/10 dish. It will seriously blow your mind with how unique it is. The sauce has a savory umami, salty, and sweet (cherries) flavor profile and the chicken was cooked perfect. I’ve never had anything like it and can’t stop thinking about it. Highly recommend this place with an open mind. Overall I would give this place a 4.5/5 stars. We ordered 3 entrees and 2 5 oz wine and the total was around $80 for 2 people. We’ll be back!

We were there on perhaps their busiest night of the year. The place was packed!!! Service was very good considering the large number of guests. No miscues in our orders, plenty of food (much of it was packaged to bring home). Food was very good. Our table ordered the calamari appetizer and main courses of Tuscan chicken, mussels, lasagna, and cannolis. The Italian old fashion was very good, very unique. The restaurant is very cozy, a small but quaint bar, clean restaurant rooms, clean restaurant. Very attentive wait staff. Saw nothing but smiles on patrons leaving after their meals, including our group.

What a quaint little restaurant. Nestled in the heart of downtown Rochester hills you'll find Bologna Via Cucina. We celebrated my father's birthday here and had a group of just under 20. We notified them ahead of time and they set us up in the back room. The party was a surprise and the staff were fully into it and so helpful. Even though we had a large party the waitstaff was so attentive. The fresh bread could have easily been my meal it was so delicious but alas my lasagna showed up and outshined the bread. Unfortunately (actually fortunately) the portion was so large I wasn't able to finish. Although suddenly I found room for dessert. We had a taste off and although all were good, the cheesecake won out. The atmosphere is lively hip casual up front where the bar is and alitte more subdued in the rear for a more laid-back experience. Everything was wonderful all around but I feel I need to give one more shout out to the staff, I wish I remembered our waitresses name as she was top tier. I happily recommend.

Had a great meal with my wife, food was very good, waitress was knowledgeable and prompt.

Cool small restaurant in downtown Rochester. Food was pretty good. The Salmon was over cooked but still tasty. The pizza had nice flavor but needed some crisp. I recommend this place for a smaller group. A large group might be a little difficult. Pleasant service.

I truly believe this is one of the best spots in Rochester/Rochester Hills. Incredible food from appetizers to dessert, as well as a stunning atmosphere and an incredible staff that always has smiles on their face. The owner and his family are some of the best people I know. If you had to try one thing here, I would recommend the carbonara americano, but why try one thing when you could try everything! The family at bolognas makes this place very special and one of a kind. Do yourself a favor and see for yourself!