Family-run trattoria offering a Tuscan menu in a relaxed setting with seasonal outdoor seating.
La Lanterna Cafe & Grill is a family owned and operated establishment. We take great pride in creating a friendly, genuine Tuscany dining experience.Sit in the lively main dining room, or enjoy dining al fresco in the warm months.We have expanded the restaurant, adding a newly renovated four season porch. This dining room is equipped with heating and air conditioning so our guests will feel comfortable dining at any time of year.
4.6 – 201 reviews • Italian restaurant
Menu
Dinner Menu | |
Appetizers | Antipasti | |
Arancini Classic rice ball served in a pesto cream sauce |
$15.95 |
Mussels Rose Mussels sauteed in a red sauce |
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Mussels Bianca Mussels sauteed in a white sauce |
$15.95 |
Polpette Classic meatballs, tomatoes, basil puree, and whipped Ricotta |
$15.97 |
Carpaccio Thinly sliced raw filet mignon, served with parmigiana reggiano, aioli and capers, with arugula and truffle oil |
$17.97 |
Burrata Burrata mozzarella over a bed of arugula and prosciutto |
$17.97 |
Clams Gratinate Little neck clams au gratin in garlic, oil, and white wine dusted with seasoned bread crumbs |
$17.97 |
Frito Misto Fried mix of calamari, shrimp, zucchini and vinegar peppers served with aioli |
$17.97 |
Tagliere – Cheese & Meat Platter Chef selection of three cheeses and three cured meats with fixings |
$21.97 |
Salad | Insalada | |
Classic Caesar Salad Romaine lettuce with garlic crostini in classic Caesar dressing |
$14.97 |
La Lanterna Salad Spring mix, grape tomato, candy walnuts, asiago cheese, pickled red onion, cucumber ribbons, balsamic dressing and raisins |
$14.97 |
Arugula E Pera (Pear Salad) Arugula, pear, and gorgonzola in a lemon vinaigrette |
$14.97 |
Beet Salad Mixed greens, roasted beets, cantaloupe, goat cheese, pumpkin seeds and honey mustard balsamic vinaigrette |
$14.97 |
Caesar Side Salad Smaller versions of our same dinner salads |
$7.95 |
Garden Side Salad Smaller version of house salad |
$7.95 |
Chicken | Pollo | |
Chicken Cacciatore Chicken breast sauteed in white wine, stewed tomatoes, wild mushrooms, herbs, and olives |
$26.95 |
Chicken Alla Milanese Breaded pan-fried chicken served with arugula, fennel, grape tomato salad, lemon vinaigrette, roasted potatoes and shaved parmigiana cheese |
$26.95 |
Chicken Alla Marsala Savory boneless breasts of chicken sauteed in marsala wine and wild mushrooms with mashed potatoes and seasonal vegetables |
$26.95 |
Chicken Parmigiana Classic chicken parmigiana served with linguine and a rich tomato sauce |
$26.95 |
Pollo Agrumi Marinated grilled chicken breast pan-roasted with citrus demi-glaze served with roasted potatoes, arugula, fennel, grape tomato salad, lemon dressing and shaved parmigiana |
$26.95 |
Chicken Scarpariello Chicken breast, sausage, vinegar, peppers, mushrooms, roasted potatoes with white wine and herbs |
$26.97 |
Meat | Carne | |
Costoletta Di Maiale Double-cut pork chops, calabrese peppers, espresso rub in a grappa sauce served with mashed potatoes and broccoli rabe |
$32.47 |
Vitello Paliarde Thin slices of milk-fed veal lightly marinated and grilled, served with roasted potatoes, arugula, fennel, grape tomato salad, lemon dressing and shaved parmigiana |
$34.27 |
Vitello Alla Milanese Breaded pan-fried veal served with arugula, fennel, grape tomato salad, lemon vinaigrette, roasted potatoes, and shaved parmigiana cheese |
$34.27 |
Vitello Alla Marsala Veal scallopini cooked in an aromatic and delectable melange of marsala wine and wild mushrooms |
$34.27 |
Vitello Parmigiana Classic Veal Parmigiana served with Linguine and a rich Tomato Sauce |
$34.27 |
Saltimbocca Alla Romana Thin slices of milk-fed veal, sage, prosciutto, and white wine served with roasted potatoes and spinach |
$35.47 |
Filetto Di Manso Filet mignon wrapped in prosciutto over a red wine reduction with mashed potatoes and spinach |
$41.95 |
Pasta | Farinacci | |
Penne Puttanesca Garlic, oil, drop tomato, capers, olives, and white wine |
$22.47 |
Spaghetti Carbonara Spaghetti, pancetta, eggs, black pepper, and pecorino |
$22.97 |
Rigatoni Amatriciana Pasta with drop tomatoes, pancetta, lightly caramelized onions, and pecorino |
$23.95 |
Gnocchi Al Ragu Homemade potato gnocchi served in a meat sauce alla bolognese |
$24.97 |
Pasticcio Di Carne – Lasagna Classic lasagna with meat sauce alla bolognese |
$24.97 |
Linguine Alla Vongole – White Sauce Classic linguine with clams served in a white sauce |
$25.97 |
Linguine Alla Vongole – Red Sauce Classic Linguine with Clams served in a Red Sauce |
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Pappardelle Funghi E Salsiccia Wild mix of mushrooms, Italian sausage, white wine with a touch of cream and reggiano |
$26.97 |
Linguine Pesto Shrimp Pesto a la genovese, shrimp, and roasted cherry tomatoes |
$31.97 |
Shrimp Fra Diavolo Shrimp freshly sauteed in our zesty marinara sauce with linguine |
$31.97 |
Fish | Pesce | |
Salmone Arrotolato Basil-seasoned salmon, cherry tomatoes, black olives, zucchini, carrots, and roasted potatoes |
$31.95 |
Shrimp Scampi Jumbo shrimp sauteed in extra virgin olive oil, garlic, lemon, and white wine sauce with roasted potatoes and spinach |
$32.97 |
Gamberi Croccanti Crispy pan-seared jumbo shrimp with breadcrumbs over orzo pasta, creamy shrimp reduction and leeks with touch of a lemon sauce |
$32.97 |
Branzino Oven-roasted branzino with arugula, cherry tomatoes, fennel, lemon dressing, and roasted potatoes |
$35.95 |
Brodetto Shrimp, clams, mussels, calamari, onion, fennel, tomato, garlic, azafran (safflower), zucchini, white wine, and grape tomatoes |
$39.99 |
Children’s Menu | |
Penne With butter sauce, marinara sauce, or pink sauce |
$9.95 |
Linguine With butter sauce, marinara sauce, or pink sauce |
$9.95 |
Meatballs 2 pieces. With pasta and marinara sauce |
$12.95 |
Chicken Fingers 3 pieces. With French fries |
$12.95 |
Side Dishes | Contorni | |
Sauteed Broccoli Rabe | $9.95 |
Sauteed Spinach | $9.95 |
Mushrooms | $9.95 |
Roasted Potatoes | $9.95 |
Mashed Potatoes | $9.95 |
Sauteed Asparagus | $10.95 |
Pasta, Garlic, and Oil | $10.95 |
Pasta Pomodoro | $10.95 |
Dessert | Dolce | |
Tartufo (Ice Cream) | $9.95 |
Carrot Cake | $9.95 |
Cheesecake | $9.95 |
Chocolate Temptation Cake | $9.95 |
Hazelnut Chocolate Flute | $9.95 |
Limoncello Flute | $9.95 |
Mixed Berry Tart | $9.95 |
Monterosa Cake | $9.95 |
Ricotta Pistachio Cake | $9.95 |
Tiramisu | $9.95 |
Torta Della Nonna Cake | $9.95 |
Triple Chocolate Mousse Cake | $9.95 |
Triple Chocolate Mousse Coppa | $9.95 |
Children’s Menu | |
Children’s Menu | |
Penne With butter sauce, marinara sauce, or pink sauce |
$9.95 |
Linguine With butter sauce, marinara sauce, or pink sauce |
$9.95 |
Meatballs 2 pieces. With pasta and marinara sauce |
$12.95 |
Chicken Fingers 3 pieces. With French fries |
$12.95 |
Chicken Parmigiana Chicken breast, mozzarella, basil puree, panko, parmigiana cheese and tomato sauce |
$15.95 |
Dessert Menu | |
Dessert | Dolce | |
Tartufo (Ice Cream) | $9.95 |
Carrot Cake | $9.95 |
Cheesecake | $9.95 |
Chocolate Temptation Cake | $9.95 |
Hazelnut Chocolate Flute | $9.95 |
Limoncello Flute | $9.95 |
Mixed Berry Tart | $9.95 |
Monterosa Cake | $9.95 |
Ricotta Pistachio Cake | $9.95 |
Tiramisu | $9.95 |
Torta Della Nonna Cake | $9.95 |
Triple Chocolate Mousse Cake | $9.95 |
Triple Chocolate Mousse Coppa | $9.95 |
Party Menu 1 | |
First Course (Choose Two) | |
Caesar Salad | |
House Salad | |
Prince Edward Island Mussels in Red or White Sauce | |
Second Course (Choose One) | |
Rigatoni al Pomodoro | |
Penne alla Vodka | |
Third Course (Choose Two) | |
Chicken alla Francaise | |
Chicken alla Marsala | |
Sole Piccata | |
Sole Livornese Capers, Olives, White Wine, with Tomato Sauce |
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Desserts | |
Biscotti and Cannoli | |
Children’s Menu (Choose One) | |
Penne With butter sauce, marinara sauce, or pink sauce |
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Linguine With butter sauce, marinara sauce, or pink sauce |
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Meatballs 2 pieces. With pasta and marinara sauce |
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Chicken Fingers 3 pieces. With French fries |
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Chicken Parmigiana Chicken breast, mozzarella, basil puree, panko, parmigiana cheese and tomato sauce |
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Party Menu 2 | |
First Course (Choose Two) | |
Caesar Salad | |
House Salad | |
Eggplant Rollatini | |
Prince Edward Island Mussels in Red or White Sauce | |
Mozzarella Caprese | |
Mozzarella Carozza | |
Second Course (Choose One) | |
Rigatoni Bolognese | |
Orecchiette and Broccoli | |
Penne alla Vodka | |
Farfalle Pomodoro | |
Third Course (Choose Two) | |
Chicken alla Francaise | |
Chicken alla Marsala | |
Sole Piccata | |
Sole Livornese Capers, Olives, White Wine, with Tomato Sauce |
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Veal alla Francaise | |
Veal alla Marsala | |
Desserts (Choose One) | |
Cheesecake | |
Tiramisu | |
Children’s Menu (Choose One) | |
Penne With butter sauce, marinara sauce, or pink sauce |
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Linguine With butter sauce, marinara sauce, or pink sauce |
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Meatballs 2 pieces. With pasta and marinara sauce |
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Chicken Fingers 3 pieces. With French fries |
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Chicken Parmigiana Chicken breast, mozzarella, basil puree, panko, parmigiana cheese and tomato sauce |
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Party Menu 3 | |
First Course (Choose Three) | |
Eggplant Rollatini | |
Prince Edward Island Mussels in Red or White Sauce | |
Mozzarella Caprese | |
Mozzarella Carozza | |
Tagliere — Meat and Cheese | |
Polpette – Meatballs | |
Second Course (Choose One) | |
Caesar Salad | |
House Salad | |
Third Course (Choose One) | |
Rigatoni Bolognese | |
Orecchiette and Broccoli | |
Penne alla Vodka | |
Farfalle Pomodoro | |
Fourth Course (Choose Three) | |
Chicken alla Francaise | |
Chicken alla Marsala | |
Veal alla Francaise | |
Veal alla Marsala | |
Salmon Piccata | |
Salmon with Mustard Glaze | |
Branzino Plus $5.00 per order |
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Filet Mignon Plus $10.00 per order |
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Shrimp Scampi Plus $10.00 per order |
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Desserts (Choose One) | |
Cheesecake | |
Tiramisu | |
Children’s Menu (Choose One) | |
Penne With butter sauce, marinara sauce, or pink sauce |
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Linguine With butter sauce, marinara sauce, or pink sauce |
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Meatballs 2 pieces. With pasta and marinara sauce |
$12.95 |
Chicken Fingers 3 pieces. With French fries |
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Chicken Parmigiana Chicken breast, mozzarella, basil puree, panko, parmigiana cheese and tomato sauce |
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Sunday Family Style Menu | |
First Course – Appetizers | |
Mussels Bianca Mussels sauteed in a white sauce |
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Mussels Rose Mussels sauteed in a red sauce |
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Polpette – Meatballs Meatballs in a red sauce |
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Second Course – Pasta | |
Pasticcio Di Carne – Lasagna Classic lasagna with meat sauce alla bolognese |
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Penne alla Vodka Penne in a delicious vodka sauce |
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Third Course – Entrees | |
Chicken Parmigiana Classic chicken parmigiana served with linguine and a rich tomato sauce |
$26.95 |
Salmone Piccata Salmon sauteed in a white wine and lemon sauce with capers |
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Fourth Course – Dessert | |
Cheesecake Your Choice |
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Tiramisu Your Choice |
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Pricing | |
Family Style Packages | |
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Appetizers (Antipasti) | |
Arancini Classic rice ball served in a pesto cream sauce |
$15.95 |
Mussels Bianca Mussels sauteed in a white sauce |
$15.95 |
Mussels Rose Mussels sauteed in a red sauce |
$15.95 |
Carpaccio Thinly sliced raw filet mignon, served with Parmigiana Reggiano, aioli, and capers, with arugula and truffle oil |
$17.97 |
Burrata Burrata Mozzarella over a bed of arugula and prosciutto |
$17.97 |
Clams Gratinate Little neck clams au gratin in garlic, oil, and white wine dusted with seasoned bread crumbs |
$17.97 |
Frito Misto Fried mix of calamari, shrimp, zucchini, and vinegar peppers served with aioli |
$17.97 |
Tagliere — Cheese and Meat Platter Chef selection of three cheeses and three cured meats with fixings |
$21.97 |
Polpette Classic meatballs, tomatoes, basil puree, and whipped ricotta |
$15.97 |
Salad (Insalate) | |
Caesar Side Salad | $7.95 |
Garden Side Salad | $7.95 |
La Lanterna Salad Spring mix, grape tomato, candy walnuts, asiago cheese, pickled red onion, cucumber ribbons, balsamic dressing and raisins |
$14.97 |
Classic Caesar Salad Romaine lettuce with garlic crostini in classic caesar dressing |
$14.97 |
Arugula E Pera (Pear Salad) Arugula, pear, and gorgonzola in a lemon vinaigrette |
$14.97 |
Beet Salad Mixed greens, roasted beets, cantaloupe, goat cheese, pumpkin seeds, and honey mustard balsamic vinaigrette |
$14.97 |
Pasta (Farinaci) | |
Pasticcio Di Carne Classic lasagna with meat sauce alla bolognese |
$24.97 |
Linguine Alla Vongole – Bianca Classic linguine with clams served in a white sauce |
$25.97 |
Penne Puttanesca Garlic, oil, DOP tomato, capers, olives, and white wine |
$22.47 |
Spaghetti Carbonara Spaghetti, pancetta, eggs, black pepper, and pecorino |
$22.97 |
Rigatoni Amatriciana Pasta with DOP tomatoes, pancetta, lightly caramelized onions, and pecorino |
$23.95 |
Gnocchi Al Ragu Homemade potato gnocchi served in a meat sauce alla bolognese |
$24.97 |
Linguine Alla Vongole – Rose Classic linguine with clams served in a red sauce |
$25.97 |
Pappardelle Funghi E Salsiccia Wild mix of mushrooms, Italian sausage, white wine with a touch of cream and Reggiano |
$26.97 |
Linguine Pesto Shrimp Pesto a la genovese, shrimp, and roasted cherry tomatoes |
$31.97 |
Shrimp Fra Diavolo Shrimp freshly sauteed in our zesty marinara sauce with linguine |
$31.97 |
Fish (Pesce) | |
Shrimp Scampi Jumbo shrimp sauteed in extra virgin olive oil, garlic, lemon, and white wine sauce with roasted potatoes and spinach |
$32.97 |
Salmone Arrotolato Basil-seasoned salmon, cherry tomatoes, black olives, zucchini, carrots, and roasted potatoes |
$31.95 |
Gamberi Croccanti Crispy pan-seared jumbo shrimp with breadcrumbs over orzo pasta, creamy shrimp reduction and leeks with touch of a lemon sauce |
$32.97 |
Branzino Oven-roasted branzino with arugula, cherry tomatoes, fennel, lemon dressing, and roasted potatoes |
$35.95 |
Brodetto Shrimp, clams, mussels, calamari, onion, fennel, tomato, garlic, azafran (Safflower), zucchini, white wine, and grape tomatoes |
$39.99 |
Side Dish | |
Sauteed Broccoli Rabe | $9.95 |
Sauteed Spinach Sauteed fresh spinach |
$9.95 |
Sauteed Mushrooms Sauteed fresh mushrooms |
$9.95 |
Roasted Potatoes | $9.95 |
Mashed Potatoes | $9.95 |
Sauteed Asparagus Sauteed fresh asparagus |
$10.95 |
Pasta, Garlic, and Oil Pasta Sauteed in garlic and extra virgin olive oil |
$10.95 |
Pasta Pomodoro Pasta in a tomato sauce |
$10.95 |
Eggplant Parmigiana Thinly sliced eggplant with fresh mozzarella, Parmigiana, and a tomato sauce |
$10.95 |
Chicken (Pollo) | |
Pollo Agrumi Marinated grilled chicken breast pan-roasted with citrus demi-glaze served with roasted potatoes, arugula, fennel, grape tomato salad, lemon dressing, and shaved Parmigiana |
$26.95 |
Chicken Alla Milanese Breaded pan-fried chicken served with arugula, fennel, grape tomato salad, lemon vinaigrette, roasted potatoes, and shaved Parmigiana cheese |
$26.95 |
Chicken Parmigiana Classic chicken Parmigiana served with linguine and a rich tomato sauce |
$26.95 |
Chicken Alla Marsala Savory boneless breasts of chicken sauteed in marsala wine and wild mushrooms with mashed potatoes, and seasonal vegetables |
$26.95 |
Chicken Cacciatore Chicken breast sauteed in white wine, stewed tomatoes, wild mushrooms, herbs, and olives |
$26.95 |
Chicken Scarpariello Chicken breast, sausage, vinegar, pepper, mushrooms, roasted potatoes, with white wine and herbs |
$26.97 |
Carne (Meat) | |
Vitello Alla Marsala Veal Scallopini cooked in an aromatic and delectable melange of marsala wine and wild mushrooms |
$34.27 |
Saltimbocca Alla Romana Thin slices of milk-fed veal, sage, prosciutto, and white wine served with roasted potatoes and spinach |
$35.47 |
Costolette Di Maiale Double-cut pork chops, calabrese peppers, and espresso rub sauce, served with mashed potatoes and broccoli rabe |
$32.47 |
Vitello Paliarde Thin slices of milk-fed veal lightly marinated and grilled, served with roasted potatoes, arugula, fennel, grape tomato salad, lemon dressing and shaved Parmigiana |
$34.27 |
Vitello Milanese Breaded pan-fried veal served with arugula, fennel, grape tomato salad, lemon vinaigrette, roasted potatoes, and shaved Parmigiana cheese |
$34.27 |
Filetto Di Manso Filet mignon wrapped in prosciutto over a red wine reduction with mashed potatoes and spinach |
$41.95 |
Vitello Parmigiana Classic veal parmigiana served with linguine and a rich tomato sauce |
$34.27 |
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Order and Reservations
Reservations: lalanternaofridgewood.comopentable.com
Contact La Lanterna Cafe & Grill
Address: 29 W Ridgewood Ave, Ridgewood, NJ 07450
Phone: (201) 444-5520
Website: https://www.lalanternaofridgewood.com/
Hours
Saturday | 5–11PM |
Sunday | 3–8PM |
Monday | Closed |
Tuesday | 5–10PM |
Wednesday | 5–10PM |
Thursday | 5–10PM |
Friday | 5–11PM |
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