La Bottega Plainview Menu Prices

An extensive selection of panini & salad is offered at this informal Italian chain cafe.

  4.4 – 138 reviews  $$ • Italian restaurant

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La Bottega menu
All Day – Chicken Panini
Ispica
Gluten free. Grilled chicken breast with sautéed onions & fontina cheese on focaccia.
$15.50
Pollo E Pomodoro
Chicken cutlet with tomato sauce & mozzarella on ciabatta.
$15.50
Pollo E Spinaci
Grilled chicken sautéed with spinach, fontina, white wine & garlic on round rustic.
$15.50
Latina
Gluten free. Grilled chicken, mozzarella, roasted peppers & baby arugula on focaccia.
$15.50
Trieste
Grilled chicken black olive paste, grilled zucchini, mozzarella on ciabatta.
$15.50
Anthony
Gluten free. Grilled chicken, mozzarella baby arugula, balsamic on krispina.
$15.50
Pollo
Gluten free. Grilled chicken, broccoli rabe, smoked mozzarella on ciabatta.
$15.50
Nycom
Gluten free. Grilled chicken, Parma ham, mozzarella, baby arugula on krispina.
$15.50
Udine
Gluten free. Grilled chicken, sautéed onion, mozzarella, tomato on ciabatta.
$15.50
Cuneo
Gluten free. Grilled chicken, mozzarella, grilled zucchini, roasted pepper on ciabatta.
$15.50
Savona
Gluten free. Grilled chicken, mozzarella, roasted garlic aioli, tomato on ciabatta.
$15.50
Hogans
Gluten free. Grilled chicken, marinated artichoke, sun-dried tomato, mozzarella, basil pesto on ciabatta.
$14.50
Nuoro
Gluten free. Grilled chicken roasted hot pepper, basil pesto, mozzarella, chopped iceberg, tomato on ciabatta.
$15.50
Perugia
Gluten free. Grilled chicken, guacamole, chopped iceberg, mozzarella on rustic hero.
$15.75
Prato
Chicken cutlet, fontina, sautéed onion, roasted pepper, spicy artichoke sauce on ciabatta.
$15.50
Pietro
Chicken cutlet, mixed greens, roasted pepper, mozzarella, herb mayo on ciabatta.
$15.50
Peperoni
Chicken cutlet, mozzarella, roasted pepper, red onion on ciabatta.
$15.50
Cotoletta
Chicken cutlet, mozzarella, tomato, red onion, herb mayo on ciabatta.
$15.50
Piccante
Chicken cutlet, mozzarella, mixed greens, spicy salsa aioli on ciabatta.
$15.50
Ancona
Chicken cutlet, mixed greens, mozzarella, roasted hot pepper, tomato on ciabatta.
$15.50
All Day – Vegetarian Panini
Vittoria
Vegan-Artichoke hearts, sundried tomatoes, roasted peppers & baby arugula on focaccia.
$14.50
Vegetariano
Grilled mixed vegetables with fresh tomatoes & mozzarella on rustic hero.
$14.50
Cagliari
Fresh mozzarella, sun dried tomatoes, black olives & red onions on focaccia.
$14.50
Trapani
Portobello mushroom, mozzarella, roasted peppers & sautéed onions on focaccia.
$14.50
La Bottega Eggplant
Oven roasted eggplant with sautéed onions & black olives on focaccia.
$14.50
La Bottega Goat Cheese
Goat cheese, sundried tomatoes black olives, grilled zucchini & red onion on focaccia.
$14.25
La Bottega Halloumi
Grilled Halloumi cheese, roasted eggplant, fresh tomato, baby arugula & fresh lemon juice on focaccia.
$15.00
Halloumi Avocado
Grilled Halloumi cheese, avocado, sun dried tomatoes & lemon juice on focaccia.
$15.00
Sienna
Mozzarella, tomato, basil, extra virgin olive oil, balsamic on krispina.
$14.25
Portobello
Roasted Portobello, tomato, mozzarella on whole wheat.
$15.00
Terra
Roasted Portobello, broccoli rabe, roasted pepper, grilled zucchini, Asiago cheese on whole wheat.
$14.00
Potenza
Fried eggplant, mozzarella, tomato, basil on krispina.
$15.00
Foggia
Fried eggplant, smoked mozzarella, black olive paste, sundried tomato on krispina.
$15.00
Sicilia
Fried eggplant, mozzarella and roasted peppers on krispina.
$15.00
Quattro Formaggi
Four cheese panino, brie, fontina, mozzarella, and asiago cheese, grilled zucchini spicy roasted pepper sauce on round rustic.
$14.00
Gubbio
Roasted Portobello, goat cheese, basil pesto, roasted pepper on whole wheat.
$15.00
All Day – Bruschette
Choice Of Three $9.00
Choice Of Six $15.00
All Day – Antipasti
Octopus Salad
Mesculin greens tossed with tomatoes, onions, peppers, hearts palm & celery. Top with grilled octopus in a lemon oil dressing.
$20.00
Zucchetine
Grilled zucchini, homemade ricotta pecorino Romano, shaved parm, balsamic glaze.
$14.50
Stuffed Avocado
Ripe avocado, red onion, shrimp, chopped tomato, olive oil, lemon balsamic.
$15.75
Mozzarella Caprese
Fresh homemade mozzarella, tomato, roasted peppers, basil, balsamic drizzle.
$15.00
Mozzarella Sticks $14.00
Burrata
Prosciutto, tomato and balsamic reduction.
$14.50
Carciofi Grigliato
Grilled artichoke hearts over a bed of arugula topped with a balsamic reduction.
$15.00
Rice Balls
Fresh mozzarella, chopped beef and peas served with marinara.
$14.50
Meatballs
Mini meatballs served with a scoop of ricotta cheese.
$14.50
Chicken Meat Balls
Mini meatballs served with a scoop of ricotta cheese.
$14.00
Fried Calamari
Side of marinara
$15.00
Calamari Arrabiata
Cherry peppers in a light marinara.
$15.50
Baked Clams
Fresh seasoned little necks, garlic & oil, lemon.
$16.00
Mussels
Fresh tomato sauce or garlic and oil.
$16.00
Sausage Spring Rolls
Sausage and peppers, mozzarella, broccoli rabe and onions.
$15.00
Buffalo Calamari
topped with crumbled gorgonzola
$18.00
Teriyaki Calamari
Fried calamari tossed in a teriyaki glaze topped with sesame seeds
$17.00
Vodka Arancini
Our homemade mini riceballs in vodka sauce topped with mozzarella
$17.00
All Day – Homemade Pasta
Cheese Ravioli
Melted fresh mozzarella.
$22.00
Truffle Beef Ravioli
Beef stuffed in a brandy demiglaze with mushrooms and topped with truffle oil.
$24.00
Rigatoni Vodka $23.00
Capellini Siciliana
Light marinara, eggplant, fresh mozzarella.
$23.00
Capellini Primavera
Garden veggies sautéed in garlic & oil or marinara.
$22.00
Pappardelle Bolognese
Traditional meat sauce, with a touch of cream.
$23.00
Lasagna
Meat sauce, fresh ricotta, melted mozzarella and served with a side of vegetable spaghetti.
$24.00
Linguini Vongole
White or red.
$25.00
Frutta Di Mare
Shrimp, clams, calamari and mussels served in your choice of red sauce or Fra Diavolo.
$26.00
Penne Chicken Bolonese
Traditional chicken meat sauce, touch of cream and topped with Parmigiano shavings.
$24.00
Orecchiette
Broccoli rabe, sausage, cherry peppers and tomatoes in garlic & oil.
$23.00
Baked Ziti Italiano
Pomodoro, fresh ricotta, eggplant melted, mozzarella.
$22.00
Spaghetti & Meatballs $23.00
Gnocchi Pomodoro
Tomato chunks in marinara with fresh basil, fresh mozzarella and grilled chicken.
$24.00
Risotto Funghi
Fresh porcini mushrooms, prosciutto in a brandy cream sauce.
$23.00
Risotto Italiano
Plum tomato sauce, sautéed peppers & onions topped with sweet sausage and melted mozzarella.
$24.00
Rigatoni Pesto
Fresh pasta with shrimp, sun-dried and cherry tomatoes in a pesto basil sauce.
$26.00
All Day – Plainview Specials
Di Pollo Burger
Ground chicken homemade patty, cheddar, bacon, avocado, lettuce, tomato, herb aioli on a brioche roll.
$19.25
Chef’s Burger
Black Angus beef, smoked bacon, crispy artichokes, frazzled onions, lettuce and American cheese. Served on a brioche bun.
$19.25
American Burger
Martin’s sesame bun, bacon, American cheese, lettuce, tomato, crispy onions.
$19.25
BBQ Burger
Cheddar cheese, bacon, lettuce, tomato, red onions and pickles, with BBQ sauce
$19.25
Classic Burger
Fresh mozzarella, red onions, tomato, arugula, spicy aioli, round rustic bread.
$19.25
Moderna Burger
Fresh mozzarella, sautéed onions, mushrooms, bacon, tomato, mesculin, spicy artichoke sauce, round rustic bread.
$19.25
Black Bean Burger
Avocado, tomato, romaine on a brioche bun
$19.25
Hang Over Burger
8 oz burger topped with bacon, American, fried egg, lettuce + tomato on brioche.
$19.50
Caprese Burger
Fresh mozzarella, pesto, lettuce, tomato, onions & balsamic glaze, sesame bun.
$19.25
Buffalo Chicken Panini
Buffalo chicken, avocado, tomato, fontina cheese, blue cheese dressing on ciabatta.
$17.00
Chicken Marsala Panini
Battered chicken, fresh mozzarella mushrooms, marsala sauce on ciabatta.
$17.00
Chicken Alla Vodka Panini
Chicken cutlet, fresh mozzarella, shaved parmigiano, vodka sauce on a ciabatta.
$17.00
Philly Cheese Steak Panini
Philly steak, red peppers, sautéed onions, spicy mayo on ciabatta.
$17.00
All Day – Specialty Steaks
New York Strip
served with roasted potatoes and mixed veggies
$30.00
Rib Eye
served with roasted potatoes and mixed veggies
$32.00
Lamb Chops
Served with roasted potatoes and mixed veggies.
$30.00
All Day – The Classics
Chicken Parmigiana
Served over pasta
$24.00
Chicken Marsala
served with roasted potatoes and mixed veggies
$24.00
Chicken Francese
served with roasted potatoes and mixed veggies
$24.00
Veal Parmigiana
Served over pasta
$25.00
Veal Francese
served with roasted potatoes and mixed veggies
$25.00
Veal Marsala
served with roasted potatoes and mixed veggies
$25.00
Shrimp Parmigiana
served over pasta
$26.00
Shrimp Francese
Served with roasted potatoes and mixed veggies
$26.00
All Day – Chef’s Creations
Veal Caprese
Sautéed scallopini topped with tomato & melted fresh mozzarella in a shallot brandy demi glaze.
$26.00
Pollo Toscano
Sautéed chicken and sausage with crispy potatoes and broccoli in a lemon white wine sauce.
$26.00
Sausage And Peppers Parmigiano
Crumbled sausage and bell peppers, marinara & melted mozzarella served with a side of pasta.
$23.00
Pollo Tre Colori
Seared chicken with broccoli fresh mozzarella, roasted peppers with lemon and garlic & oil sauce.
$25.00
Pollo Milanese
Tenderized crispy chicken filet, topped with Sicilian arugula salad in a lemon wine dressing.
$25.00
Grilled Salmon
Grilled vegetables, balsamic glaze.
$28.00
Crusted Salmon
Seared salmon zucchini, garlic & oil served with spinach & frazzeled potatoes.
$28.00
Shrimp Oreganata
Topped with crispy breadcrumbs, served over a lemon white wine sauce.
$26.00
Pollo Carciofi
Chicken filet topped with artichokes, roasted peppers and asparagus, in a white wine lemon sauce, served with roasted potatoes.
$26.00
Chilean Seabass
Almond crusted topping with crispy onions and a balsamic glaze served with lentil, vegetables and roasted potatoes.
$30.00
All Day – Pizzette
Classica
Tomato sauce & mozzarella.
$18.00
Margherita
Fresh tomato sauce, mozzarella and fresh basil.
$18.00
Melanzane E Pepperoni
Fried eggplant, roasted red peppers, three cheese blend over marinara.
$19.00
Buffalo Chicken
Buffalo chicken, mozzarella
$19.50
Salsiccia E Polpette
Sweet sausage & ground beef meatballs over marinara and three cheese blend.
$19.50
Vegetali Misti
Fresh mozzarella over zucchini, roasted red peppers, mushrooms and marinara.
$18.50
Marsala
Chicken with mushrooms and marsala sauce.
$19.50
BBQ Chicken
BBQ style chicken, mozzarella.
$19.50
Cauliflower Pizza
Radicchio, mushrooms, cauliflower, prosciutto, gorgonzola on a cauliflower crust
$20.00
All Day – Grilled Chicken Salads
La Bottega Mint Salad
Gluten Free Quinoa. Grilled chicken breast, romaine hearts, walnuts, raisins, fresh mint & quinoa* with mango dressing.
$17.00
Insalata Di Pomodoro
Grilled chicken, iceberg lettuce, fresh tomatoes, red onions, black olives, basil & fresh mozzarella, with balsamic dressing.
$17.00
Insalata Di Carciofi
Gluten Free Quinoa. Artichoke hearts, baby arugula, grilled chicken, quinoa*, fresh tomatoes, red onion, hot peppers & fresh mozzarella with balsamic dressing.
$17.00
Insalata Di Quinoa
Gluten Free Quinoa. Quinoa*, grilled chicken, romaine hearts, fresh tomatoes, avocado, black olives, almonds & Cucumber with mango dressing.
$17.00
Insalata Di Cavolo
Chopped organic baby kale, grilled chicken, red beets, fresh mango, avocado & pecans with honey Dijon dressing.
$17.00
Insalata Di Mango
Gluten Free Quinoa. Chopped organic baby kale, fresh mango, grilled chicken, quinoa*, cherry tomatoes, almonds & shredded mozzarella with mango dressing.
$17.00
Avocado
Grilled chicken, iceberg lettuce, shredded mozzarella, avocado, toasted almonds & cherry tomatoes with balsamic dressing.
$17.00
Rucola Caprino E Pollo
Grilled chicken, baby arugula, goat cheese, sun-dried tomatoes and toasted walnuts with balsamic dressing.
$16.00
Insalatina Di Pollo
Grilled chicken mixed greens, Gaeta olives, red onions, carrots and toasted almonds with balsamic dressing.
$16.00
Rucola E Farro
Grilled chicken, baby arugula, barley, cherry tomatoes, gorgonzola, roasted hot peppers and hearts of palm with honey dijon dressing.
$17.00
Pollo E Guacamole
Grilled chicken, iceberg lettuce, guacamole, roasted hot peppers, shredded mozzarella and cherry tomatoes with lime dressing.
$17.00
All Day – Steak Salads
Bistecca E Zola
Gluten free. Roasted angus steak mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, Gaeta olives, red onions & Gorgonzola with balsamic dressing.
$18.00
All Day – Chicken Cutlet Salads
Parma Salad
Chicken cutlet, romaine hearts, tomatoes, Gaeta olives, red onions, roasted peppers & shaved Parmigiano with balsamic dressing.
$17.00
Sal Salad
Chicken cutlet, mixed greens, red onions and tomatoes with roasted garlic vinaigrette.
$15.75
Di Rosa Salad
Chicken cutlet, mixed greens, tomatoes & goat cheese with balsamic dressing.
$15.75
Susan Salad
Chicken cutlet, mixed greens, red onions, roasted hot peppers, roasted corn, gorgonzola tomatoes with balsamic dressing.
$17.00
All Day – Seafood Salads
Romana Con Gamberoni
Gluten free. Grilled shrimp, romaine hearts, fresh mozzarella, raisins, toasted walnuts and tomatoes with balsamic dressing.
$18.00
Gamberoni E Guacamole
Gluten free. Grilled shrimp, iceberg lettuce guacamole, toasted almonds, cherry tomatoes and roasted hot peppers with lime dressing.
$18.00
Salmone E Guacamole
Gluten free. Roasted salmon, mixed greens, guacamole, hearts of palm & toasted sunflower seeds with honey Dijon dressing.
$18.75
Salmone E Pere
Gluten free. Roasted salmon, baby spinach, endive, red pears, toasted pecans, roasted beets & cherry tomatoes with raspberry vinaigrette.
$18.00
Insalata Di Calarmari
Gluten free. Grilled calamari, mixed greens, olives capers, sun dried tomatoes & scallions with lime dressing.
$18.00
Insalata Di Mango E Gamberi
Gluten free. Roasted shrimp, fresh mango, iceberg lettuce, cherry tomatoes & fresh mozzarella with raspberry vinaigrette.
$18.00
All Day – Roasted Turkey Salads
Ruchetta Con Zola E Tacchino
Gluten free. Roasted turkey baby arugula, endive, toasted pecans & gorgonzola with roasted garlic vinaigrette.
$17.00
Spinaci E Tacchino
Gluten free. Roasted turkey, baby spinach, goat cheese, sautéed mushrooms, roasted corn, crispy bacon with raspberry dressing.
$17.00
Tacchino E Avocado
Gluten free. Roasted turkey, mixed greens, shredded mozzarella, tomatoes, avocado, sautéed mushrooms and roasted hot peppers with balsamic dressing.
$17.00
All Day – Vegetarian Salads
Frutta Secca
Vegetarian, gluten free. Mixed dried fruit, mixed greens, goat cheese, walnuts & honey Dijon dressing.
$14.50
Stagione
Vegetarian, gluten free. Mixed greens, tomatoes, carrots & cucumbers with balsamic dressing.
$13.00
Bietole
Vegetarian, gluten free. Mixed greens, roasted red beets, goat cheese, toasted walnuts, roasted corn and tomatoes with honey dijon dressing.
$15.00
Tricolore
Vegetarian. Radicchio, baby arugula, endive, Gaeta olives and shaved Parmigiano with balsamic dressing.
$15.00
Insalata Di Pere
Vegetarian, gluten free. Mixed greens red pears, gorgonzola and toasted pecans with lime dressing.
$15.00
Insalata Con Funghi
Vegetarian, gluten free. Mixed greens, Portobello mushrooms, roasted peppers, toasted sunflower seeds & mozzarella with balsamic dressing.
$15.00
Caesar
Vegetarian. Romaine hearts, ciabatta croutons, shaved Parmigiano.
$13.00
All Day – Burger Panini
Hamburger Classica
Angus beef, mozzarella, red onion, tomato, baby arugula spicy salsa aioli on round rustic.
$16.00
Hamburger Moderna
Angus beef, mozzarella sautéed onion, sautéed mushroom, crispy bacon, tomato, mixed greens, spicy artichoke sauce on round rustic.
$16.00
All Day – Cured Meats Panini
Lecce
Parma ham, mozzarella, tomatoes & spicy aioli on focaccia.
$16.00
Calabria
Soppressata, brie cheese & fresh tomatoes on focaccia.
$16.00
Matt
Parma ham, mozzarella, tomato, herb mayo, romaine, roasted pepper, balsamic on ciabatta.
$16.00
Crudo
Prosciutto, mozzarella, baby arugula on ciabatta.
$16.00
Prosciutto
Prosciutto crudo, mozzarella, tomato.
$16.00
Pippo
Prosciutto crudo, mozzarella, sundried tomato, spicy salsa aioli, red onion, Gaeta olives, roasted hot peppers on ciabatta.
$16.00
Bolzano
Prosciutto, mozzarella, baby arugula, spicy roasted pepper sauce on krispina.
$16.00
All Day – Seafood Panini
Napoli
Grilled shrimp, salsa aioli, baby arugula on round rustic.
$16.00
Asti
Grilled shrimp, broccoli rabe, mozzarella, roasted hot pepper on ciabatta.
$16.00
Spoleto
Grilled shrimp, baby arugula, guacamole on rustic hero.
$16.00
Agrigento
Grilled shrimp, Marinated artichoke, tomato, roasted garlic aioli on round rustic.
$16.00
All Day – Roasted Turkey Panini
Sanremo
Roasted turkey, mozzarella, roasted hot pepper, guacamole on ciabatta.
$15.00
Frosinone
Roasted turkey, crispy bacon, smoked mozzarella, sautéed onion, hero mayo on krispina.
$15.00
Salerno
Roasted turkey, chopped iceberg, tomato, fontina, guacamole on rustic hero.
$15.00
All Day – Steak Panini
Bistecca
Roasted angus steak, sautéed onion, smoked mozzarella on ciabatta.
$17.00
Bistecca E Mozzarella
Roasted Angus steak, mozzarella, roasted pepper on ciabatta.
$17.00
Bistecca E Funghi
Roasted Angus steak, fontina, sautéed mushrooms on ciabatta.
$17.00
Alexandro
Gluten free. Roasted angus steak, avocado, roasted hot pepper, romaine, tomato, red onion on ciabatta.
$17.50
All Day – Pork Panini
Trentino
Slowly roasted porchetta, sautéed mushroom, smoked mozzarella on round rustic.
$15.50
Sardegna
Sweet sausage, mozzarella, roasted hot pepper on round rustic.
$14.75
Ascoli
Slowly roasted porchetta, mozzarella, broccoli rabe, roasted hot pepper on round rustic.
$15.00
Gela
Slowly roasted porchetta, provolone, roasted pepper, baby arugula on round rustic.
$15.00
All Day – Kids Menu
Mattia
Mozzarella, tomato basil on a rustic hero
$12.00
Erika
Chicken cutlet, mozzarella on a rustic hero
$13.00
Formaggino
Double mozzarella melted between flattened round bread
$10.00
Giuseppe Jr.
Hamburger, mozzarella, and tomato on round bread
$12.25
Mac & Cheese
(optional Gluten-free) Elbow pasta in a three cheese sauce
$12.00
Grilled Cheese
With French Fries
$12.00
Chicken Fingers & Fries
Chicken fingers with a side of French Fries
$12.00
Penne
Pasta with a choice of marinara, garlic & oil, or butter sauce
$11.00
Raviolini
Pasta with a choice of marinara, garlic & oil, or butter sauce
$11.50
Jr. Caesar
Romaine hearts, ciabatta croutons, shaved Parmigiano & Caesar dressing
$9.00
Mozz Sticks & French Fries
(2) with French Fries
$12.00
All Day – Vegetarian Delight
Eggplant Vegetariano
Sautéed fresh tomatoes over a bed of grilled eggplant in marinara.
$20.00
Eggplant Parmigiana $21.00
Vegetables Spaghetti
Vegetables sautéed & thinly sliced in a marinara sauce.
$23.00
Eggplant Rollatini $23.00
All Day – Contorni
Asparagus $12.00
Broccoli Rabe $10.50
Brussel Sprouts $12.00
French Fries $9.00
Fried Zucchini $12.00
Mashed Potatoes $11.00
Mixed Vegetables $10.50
Mac & Cheese
(optional gluten-free) elbow pasta in a three cheese sauce
$11.50
Pancetta Sprouts $13.00
Roasted Potatoes $9.00
Sautéed Spinach $10.50
Sautéed Broccoli $10.25
Sweet Potato Fries $10.00
Truffle Fries $10.00
Tuscan Fries $10.50
All Day – Soup Specials
Chicken Vegetable Soup
Made Fresh Daily
$7.00
All Day – Drinks
20oz Hals Original Seltzer $3.00
Lemon Snapple $3.00
Peach Snapple $3.00
20oz Dasani Water $3.00
20oz Coke $3.00
20oz Sprite $3.00
20oz Coke Zero $3.00
20oz Diet Coke $3.00
20oz Sprite Zero $3.00
20oz Hals Black Cherry Seltzer $3.00

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Contact La Bottega Plainview

Address: 397A S Oyster Bay Rd, Plainview, NY 11803

Phone: (516) 605-1280

Website: http://labottegaplainview.com/

Hours

Tuesday 11AM–3PM, 4–9PM
Wednesday 11AM–3PM, 4–9PM
Thursday 11AM–3PM, 4–10PM
Friday 11AM–3PM, 4–10PM
Saturday 11AM–3PM, 4–10PM
Sunday 12–3PM, 4–9PM
Monday 11AM–3PM, 4–9PM

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