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    La Lanterna Cafe and Grill

    4.2 (140 reviews)
    PriceySeafood, Tuscan
    Closed Closed

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    LA LANTERNA CAFE AND GRILL ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Intimate
    Romantic
    Outdoor seating

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    Victoria E.

    Absolutely love this place! My parents go here every time they go out for a date night! The service is amazing and everyone is so nice and it's run by a very sweet family! I love the tagliatelle bolognese! My dad and brother love the seafood salad special! Definitely recommend! The desserts are TO DIE FOR, so save room for dessert!

    H W.

    2 Branzino a Veal Milanese and a Pork Chop along with Sea Food and Crab Appy as well as a potpourri of desserts. That's short for 4 stars.

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    Ashley Q.

    What a cute restaurant with amazing food! Came here with a few friends and our baby for dinner. We were promptly seated for our reservation and service was tip notch and food came out quickly. We split apps to start- the salads, calamari, and meatballs were all perfectly cooked and enough to share. The pastas were all super fresh- I had the Rigatoni Amatriciana (with plenty of fresh grated cheese on top) and it was delicious. Added bonus that it is BYOB.

    Ron C.

    .Ok, today we celebrated mom's 84th birthday at La Lanterna. A party of 13 people. When I tell you this restaurant is outstanding, I mean it. From soup to nuts,one course better than the other. Joanne the gracious owner is very professional. Antonio her son knows the business,it shows , he took care of us with another great server. Food came out in a timely fashion. The food was served hot and all together,no one waited for any course. Not easy to do. Thank you Joanne and Antonio for making moms birthday party a great one. This restaurant is one of the last of the restaurants in this s area to go to and get your moneys wirth anymore. I wish them success. Will be going back asap.

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    Fantastic everything was excellent, food, service, ambiance. Joanne made my son's birthday dinner very special.

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    7 months ago

    This restaurant has a great atmosphere, delicious food, and friendly wait staff. It's one of the oldest Italian restaurants in Ridgewood.

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    Cozy atmosphere, great food, fabulous staff start to finish!! No complaints and can't wait to go back.

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    Everything is great here. Whenever I want a delicious meal and special time, I choose this restaurant. Just love it.

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    The best Italian restaurant! Always delicious food and wonderful service. They make you feel like family. Highly recommend!!

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    Great food ,great service! Made Mother's Day even more special! Thank you to the wonderful Hostess and waitstaff!

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    Ask the Community - La Lanterna Cafe and Grill

    How are they handling seating due to covid?

    We take your safety seriously at La Lanterna Café & Grill. We have installed a Hepa Air Filter, that purifies the air and removes 99.9% of the virus that causes COVID. Our staff wears masks, are vaccinated, and sick staff members are prohibited in… Read more

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