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ROFL Cafe Reviews List

ROFL Cafe

ROFL Cafe (The Republic of Laughter) is a place where food is made and served with love… we call it a happiness café. Our California bistro serves European style, conscientiously sourced fare by acclaimed chef Govind Armstrong, whose farm-fresh flavors offer the yummiest experiences. We also serve the best coffee, Intelligentsia, in an ambiance that’s enveloped in playful elements to make people happy!
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61 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall 
3.7 / 5
(Very Good) 3.7 / 5
(61 Reviews)
Open Ratings Snapshot
Rating Breakdown 61 reviews
5 stars
(10)
4 stars
(30)
3 stars
(17)
2 stars
(3)
1 star
(1)
Food 
3.7 / 5
(Very Good) 3.7 / 5
Service 
3.8 / 5
(Very Good) 3.8 / 5
Ambiance 
3.4 / 5
(Very Good) 3.4 / 5
Noise Level
2 / 3
Moderate
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
  • great for lunch(26)
  • neighborhood gem(23)
  • great for brunch(17)
  • fit for foodies(15)
  • good for groups(15)
  • kid-friendly(8)
ROFL Cafe Reviews List
Review 1 for ROFL Cafe
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Excellent relaxing lunch.

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Dined on 5/24/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
4 / 3
Energetic
"Aside from one group member's food being brought out 10 minutes before everyone else's, it was perfect."
Dined on 5/24/2013
Special Features: good for groups, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 2 for ROFL Cafe
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Overall, an underwhelming experienc

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Dined on 5/19/2013
Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"The food was ok.
The menu was limited because a good portion of it wasn't available until after 3pm, which I didn't know ahead of time.
The service was incredibly slow, and the staff, while personable, had to consistently be chased down.
The food did not arrive all at once for all guests, but trickled out instead.
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Dined on 5/19/2013
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Review 3 for ROFL Cafe
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Fresh fare in trendy neighborhood

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Dined on 5/12/2013
Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Services was quick and very attentive. Staff were friendly and helpful, though not all suggestions were quite as wonderful as they thought. We had above-average burgers and fries, a great pan-seared salmon fillet, chocolate chip cookies and their special waffle with fruit. The desserts were decent but not exceptional."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: great for brunch, great for lunch, kid-friendly
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Review 4 for ROFL Cafe
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

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Dined on 5/02/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"It was so good, I am bringing people tonight to introduce them to it."
Dined on 5/02/2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 5 for ROFL Cafe
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

We had a wonderful Sunday

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We had a wonderful Sunday brunch experience here. The place was practically empty, which can be worrisome at first, but we soon realized that people waiting in line down the street at other nearby places were really missing out. The service was great, the food was yummy, and we overall really enjoyed ourselves."
Dined on 04/21/2013
 2004
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 6 for ROFL Cafe
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

ROFL Cafe is a cute and reasonably

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"ROFL Cafe is a cute and reasonably priced option. The short rib grilled cheese sandwhich was well prepared and tasty. Service is very friendly and efficient. The only disappointment was the Liege waffle for dessert. The batter was so rich and heavy (the cinammon flavor was overpowering) that it finishing it was a bit of a gummy chore."
Dined on 04/20/2013
 2009
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Review 7 for ROFL Cafe
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Excellent comfort food

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Had the occasion to be in the Melrose area and stopped for an early lunch. Relatively quiet atmosphere since we were early lunch diners. The grilled sandwiches were excellent, prepared with a small side of salad. Lots on the menu to try and we will return."
Dined on 04/19/2013
 2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 8 for ROFL Cafe
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Very nice overall -- perfect,

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Very nice overall -- perfect, in fact, if it's what you're in the mood for. Not haute cuisine. Just a modest menu (with prices to match), honest food, friendly service. My dining partner raved over his Fried Chicken Sandwich, and I enjoyed my Chicken & Kale Salad. We'll definitely go back."
Dined on 03/20/2013
 2009
Special Features: great for brunch, great for lunch
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Review 9 for ROFL Cafe
Overall rating 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5

Disappointed to say the least.

Food 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Food was mediocre at best, and the service left much to be desired. Would never go back."
Dined on 03/17/2013
 2006
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Review 10 for ROFL Cafe
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Excellent salmon and veggies.

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Excellent salmon and veggies. Food is surprisingly good given the surroundings; it's lit like a cafeteria. But great prices and really tasty."
Dined on 03/15/2013
 2006
Special Features: neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 11 for ROFL Cafe
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Food was pretty good, not

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Food was pretty good, not outstanding. Maybe I ordered the wrong dish. Many menu items sounded good. I will probably return to give it another chance. Service was painfully slow and our server had zero personality."
Dined on 02/24/2013
 2012
Special Features: good for groups, great for brunch, great for lunch
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Review 12 for ROFL Cafe
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

ROFL burger was really good.

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"ROFL burger was really good. The pleasant surprise I got was that they used what I believe to be a King's Hawaiian bun, which wasn't actually mentioned in the menu. Great place to go if you want very good food in a casual place."
Dined on 02/15/2013
 2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Ratings-Only Reviews for ROFL Cafe
Based on the average of (49) ratings-only reviews
Overall 
3.7 / 5
(Very Good) 3.7 / 5
2 out of 2 recommend this product
Food 
3.7 / 5
(Very Good) 3.7 / 5
Service 
3.8 / 5
(Very Good) 3.8 / 5
Ambiance 
3.4 / 5
(Very Good) 3.4 / 5
Noise Level
2 / 3
Moderate