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    La Lanterna

    4.2 (370 reviews)
    ModeratePizza, Italian, Wine Bars
    Closed 12:00 pm - 9:00 PM

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    LA LANTERNA ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Classy
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups

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    Marisa D.

    Had a nice meal here with colleagues! We all enjoyed the different pizzas and even our gluten-free colleague was able to enjoy pizza! The octopus appetizer was delicious! They even gave our birthday lady a special treat.

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    Diana P.

    First time eating at La Lanterna. Stopped in after opening day of the tigers and it was packed both inside and out. Ordered the Americano pizza and an Italian peroni beer. Real authentic atmosphere and the waiter was prompt and courteous. If you are in the big D you need to stop and try it.

    Mj J.

    Special shout out to La Lanterna for making our group outing a special experience! We had a very large group of people stop in prior to a show at the Opera House. I made a resy for 12 which unexpectedly turned into 18 at the last minute. Thank you for accommodating us with amazing food and service!

    Tagliatelle Alla Bolognese
    Courtney E.

    They were very busy when I visited at 5pm on a Saturday evening, and with good reason. The restaurant is small with a few tables by the door next to the bar and more tables on the other side of my bar and back towards the pizza oven. The host stand was about a foot or two away from the door, so the line to be seated will easily spill out onto the sidewalk. I ordered ahead for a pickup order. It included Tagliatelle Alla Bolognese which was amazing. I wish it came with bread to fill me up a bit more, but it was enough to satisfy me. I love anything bolognese, and surprisingly this was the first time I've tried it with sweet peas. It was a slightly different flavor, but for the better. I highly recommend making a reservation, even if you visit on a weekday due to the small interior. But it'll be worth it!

    Overall happy with the experience and food. Parking is a problem there, but the pizza is good. Staff were friendly and helpful.

    Side of garlic baguette, so good!
    Karen S.

    I've been here twice in the last couple of months and absolutely love their Le Petite Pollo (it's basically chicken Parmesan) but it's delicious! Their homemade meatballs too? They're the best meatballs I've ever had. The boyfriend agrees as well. Service has been fine both times we went, it's a little walk around the corner from Campus Martius...It is VERY loud though..between the super high ceilings, no carpet, music pretty loud, if you're going out on a date night, don't do it with someone new. They won't hear you lol! 4.5 if I could but the noise , there was cackler at the bar and man did you want to tell her to take down a notch...

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    Mark C.

    Man OH Man...What a fantastic place if you love Italian food! Came here from a family member's recommendation who works downtown. If you don't know it's here, would be hard to fine. Service was great! We had Hannah who was SO nice and SO helpful. We ordered (per cousin's recommendation) the Chicken Parmesan and also the penne with a pear sauce. Yes you read that right. You HAVE to try it to love it. Really in truly EXCELLENT! (I was raving about the pear sauce and Hannah threw a few more pears on top). Was pretty crowded so they have a few tables outside on the street which worked out perfect since it was a lovely evening and not too crowded since no major events downtown. DO NOT PASS LaLanterna BY!!

    Petto Di Pollo Alla Parmigiana "La Lanterna"
    Julia G.

    I think the best thing here was the pizza, next time I'd try that. The pastas were just okay, nothing special. Other than that, everyone seemed to enjoy their food and drinks. It can get busy in there and the place is pretty small, I'd recommend getting a reservation.

    Carrot Cake
    Lashawara B.

    Service was great! We got there 30 minutes before closing and they treated us as if it wasn't shut down time which says a lot! Drinks were strong! Pasta was tasty and CARROT CAKE was one of my top 5!!! We had the seafood pasta dish, their version of chicken Parmesan, some wings and the carrot cake for dessert. The wings sounded better than they tasted but everything else was good.

    Blackened salmon with sautéed spinach
    Nik H.

    A large group of us (8) went here without a reservation. They were able to accommodate us by rearranging some tables despite being busy. The hostess and staff were very pleasant. Our server was excellent and went through a variety of choices and specials with each of us. We tried a few different appetizers including the pizza and wings and they were very good. The cocktails and wine choices were good. Cocktails were well balanced and all of the alcohol was a good value for the pour. I had a couple of different herbal flavored cocktails and I was very happy with the choice. For dinner, I got the salmon with some excellent sautéed spinach. It was exactly what I was looking for. The salmon was perfectly prepared and tasted great. Definitely give this place a try. We are glad we did!

    Gnocchi with bolognese
    Joeita M.

    La Lanterna is one of my go-to spots downtown. It's perfect for catching up with friends over a caprese salad and rosemary fries (non-negotiable). I usually rotate between the bolognese with gnocchi, or the tagliatelle "ohh pasillo" -- all so good and full of flavor. The wine selection's always great, the service is quick and attentive, and the atmosphere just has that classic, cozy feel. Definitely one of those places that keeps you coming back.

    CS P.

    Great food, good music, and a nice view. Sitting here and watching the world go by was so relaxing. Highly recommend!

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    Mona P.

    What an unexpected gem! La Lanterna is one of those rare finds: understated on the outside, unforgettable inside. My husband and I agreed this was THE BEST Italian dining experience we have had in ages . The Tagliatelle "Ohhh Passillo" was creamy, bright, and lemon-kissed perfection. The Lombardia pizza brought that perfect Italian balance of tomato, sausage, and olives. And the absolute showstopper = Bruschetta con Scampi e Pomodori !! Every bite burst with garlic, lemon, and authentic Italian soul. Simply THE BEST EVER! La Lanterna is Detroit's hidden trattoria treasure. Bravo! We will definitely be back.

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