The atmosphere was terrific: cozy, but a little upscale; people at the bar looked like they were having fun. Our server was warm and did a nice job. Food was significantly better than I expected, and portions were generous. Was a little loud for us, and we were there at 5, before the rush, but I'm not sure what you do about that.
Dawn
Everything was great and delicious. We had a fish dip appetizer that was out of this world. Entrees and dessert were amazing too! Second time visiting.
Andrea
Look forward to our dinners at Stella. Service is always excellent, food is always delicious!
Christian
We had an amazing meal. The timing was spot on, the service was excellent, the drinks devine and the food was amazing, from soup to dessert.
Jennifer
We've come to Stella during our stays at Chautauqua for the last 3 years in a row and would highly recommend. Always delicious food, great staff, and beautiful restaurant. House made ricotta is always a favorite. Thanks for another great anniversary dinner!
Randy
Best restaurant in the Chautauqua lake area ! Highly recommended. The owner was very accommodating and the wait staff excellent !
Ann Schaffer Shirreffs
Just had one of the best meals of the summer at Stella’s last night! 10/10/25. I ordered their special of stuffed haddock and was not disappointed. Thank you to your entire staff for another outstanding dining experience! Great date night thanks to ALL of you!!
SteveB
Megan, our waitress, was outstanding. She was very knowledgeable and offered great advice.
Lisa
Excellent service with Megan and food flawless. Ordered filet many times and consistently wonderful. My husband's pork chop was huge and also terrific. We both enjoyed the Nantucket chowder. Our Stella experience is consistently very good.
Meredith
Stella has incredible food, fantastic ambience, and wonderful staff and service! The best place in town, hands down, nothing compares! Laurie, Bruce and their team dedicate an extraordinary amount of thought, care, effort, time and hard work to make a magical experience. IT ALL SHOWS! Cheers to you and thank you!
We have never had a bad meal at Stella's. We are always encouraged to try their specials, which are innovative and always delicious. It's our 'go to' restaurant whenever we entertain out of town guests because we know it will stand up to any fine restaurant in major cities.
Melissa
The food here is absolutely amazing. From appetizers to dessert, every single bite was phenomenal! I HIGHLY recommend it! Every dish is outstanding (we shared bites!) on multiple visits.
Dianne
Stella presents a very comfortable, welcoming appearance beginning the moment you walk through the door. I was warmly greeted and seated immediately. My server was Megan. She was professional and caring, repeated the specials with great detail and was very attentive to me throughout the dining experience (I was dining alone). The starter and entree were both well presented and absolutely delicious. The bread service was delightful - four slices of baguette (perfectly crisp on the outside and soft and fresh inside) served with a lovely pat of seasoned butter surrounded by olive oil. The tuna crisps for a starter were over the top amazing. My entree was crab stuffed haddock on a delicious bed of perfectly prepared risotto. No room left for dessert!
Sarah
Stella's never fails to impress me! Had the very creative take on their special, chicken saltimboca which was fresh, tender and so tasty. Served on a bed of mushroom risotto with crisp green beans. Such a great meal. I won't wait so long to go back!
Jason
Food was amazing and service was top class. Servers were attentive and knowledgeable and the food never disappoints
The atmosphere was terrific: cozy, but a little upscale; people at the bar looked like they were having fun. Our server was warm and did a nice job. Food was significantly better than I expected, and portions were generous. Was a little loud for us, and we were there at 5, before the rush, but I'm not sure what you do about that.
Everything was great and delicious. We had a fish dip appetizer that was out of this world. Entrees and dessert were amazing too! Second time visiting.
Look forward to our dinners at Stella. Service is always excellent, food is always delicious!
We had an amazing meal. The timing was spot on, the service was excellent, the drinks devine and the food was amazing, from soup to dessert.
We've come to Stella during our stays at Chautauqua for the last 3 years in a row and would highly recommend. Always delicious food, great staff, and beautiful restaurant. House made ricotta is always a favorite. Thanks for another great anniversary dinner!
Best restaurant in the Chautauqua lake area ! Highly recommended. The owner was very accommodating and the wait staff excellent !
Just had one of the best meals of the summer at Stella’s last night! 10/10/25. I ordered their special of stuffed haddock and was not disappointed. Thank you to your entire staff for another outstanding dining experience! Great date night thanks to ALL of you!!
Megan, our waitress, was outstanding. She was very knowledgeable and offered great advice.
Excellent service with Megan and food flawless. Ordered filet many times and consistently wonderful. My husband's pork chop was huge and also terrific. We both enjoyed the Nantucket chowder. Our Stella experience is consistently very good.
Stella has incredible food, fantastic ambience, and wonderful staff and service! The best place in town, hands down, nothing compares! Laurie, Bruce and their team dedicate an extraordinary amount of thought, care, effort, time and hard work to make a magical experience. IT ALL SHOWS! Cheers to you and thank you!
Restaurantji Recommends
We have never had a bad meal at Stella's. We are always encouraged to try their specials, which are innovative and always delicious. It's our 'go to' restaurant whenever we entertain out of town guests because we know it will stand up to any fine restaurant in major cities.
The food here is absolutely amazing. From appetizers to dessert, every single bite was phenomenal! I HIGHLY recommend it! Every dish is outstanding (we shared bites!) on multiple visits.
Stella presents a very comfortable, welcoming appearance beginning the moment you walk through the door. I was warmly greeted and seated immediately. My server was Megan. She was professional and caring, repeated the specials with great detail and was very attentive to me throughout the dining experience (I was dining alone). The starter and entree were both well presented and absolutely delicious. The bread service was delightful - four slices of baguette (perfectly crisp on the outside and soft and fresh inside) served with a lovely pat of seasoned butter surrounded by olive oil. The tuna crisps for a starter were over the top amazing. My entree was crab stuffed haddock on a delicious bed of perfectly prepared risotto. No room left for dessert!
Stella's never fails to impress me! Had the very creative take on their special, chicken saltimboca which was fresh, tender and so tasty. Served on a bed of mushroom risotto with crisp green beans. Such a great meal. I won't wait so long to go back!
Food was amazing and service was top class. Servers were attentive and knowledgeable and the food never disappoints
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