La Cucina Ristorante

4.6

1273 Reviews

$31 to $50

Italian

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2 people

4 Dec 2024

21:30

Booked 3 times today

Good for special occasions
Neighbourhood gem
Charming

BYOB
The word “La Cucina” is Italian for “The Kitchen”.
Italian food lovers can rejoice: Elis Haxhistasa (Manager) and Ronald Poulin (Chef) have joined forces to open their La Cucina Ristorante.
Our team provides comfortable old world atmosphere with an emphasis on quality and style, with special attention to preferences. La Cucina also has customized menu options and private room (on request), indoor or outdoor and Chefs Table to accommodate all of your event needs. Whether you are planning an intimate dinner, a baby or bridal shower, birthday or anniversary, business event or a wedding party, come and celebrate with us!
Email: lacucinaristorantenj@gmail.com
Tel: 609-677-0470
Tel: 609-677-8994

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Additional information

Dining style
Fine Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian, Modern European, Contemporary Italian
Hours of Operation
Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
Phone number
(609) 677-0470
Website
http://www.lacucinaristorantenj.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Ronald Poulin
Catering
You are constructing one of the most significant memories of your lives.<br />We want to help you express your extraordinary style with creativity and imagination, delicious food and a romantic beautiful presentation. Our food reflects our commitment to exceptional quality. All meals are prepared under the guidance of our executive Chef Ronald Poulin.
Private party facilities
La Cucina Ristorante offers indoor and outdoor private parties.

Location
1205 Tilton Rd, Northfield, NJ 08225
Area
Northfield
Cross Street
New Road
Parking details
Lots of Free Parking in front of the restaurant.Entrance from both sides of Center Point Plaza.Tilton Road & New Road
Entertainment
Dine in or out on Saturday night with the sound of Italian live music!
Additional
Dog Friendly, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan

Popular dishes

Calamari FrittiUS$15.00
Fried calamari - cherry peppers - sriracha aioli
Polpo alla GrigliaUS$17.00
Octopus - diced potatoes - shallots - mama lils peppers - arugula pesto
Crema di RicottaUS$9.00
House made whipped ricotta - crostini - salsa verde
Cozze e VongoleUS$14.00
Mussels - clams - fennel - roasted garlic - lemon sauce
Polpete con FontinaUS$12.00
House made meatballs - fontina cheese - basil tomato sauce
Antipasto Italiano (for 2)US$22.00
imported salumi - imported cheeses - grilled vegetables - fruits
Rapini e SalsicciaUS$12.00
Broccoli rabe - pork sausage - garlic oil sauce
BurrataUS$14.00
Poached pear - burrata cheese - prosciutto - port wine reduction

Insalate e Zuppa

CapreseUS$11.00
Fresh mozzarella - tomatoes - basil oil - balsamic reduction
Insalata di CesareUS$11.00
Romaine - shaved parmigiano - crostini - creamy caesar dressing
Insalata della CasaUS$10.00
Wild mix green - cherry tomatoes - fennel - roasted peppers - rosemary vinaigrette
BarbabietoleUS$13.00
Roasted beets - pickled radish - arugula - goat cheese - pistachios - champagne vinaigrette
SuperfoodUS$14.00
Baby spinach - mixed berries - mixed nuts - fontina cheese - quinoa - roasted lemon vinaigrette
Zuppa del Giorno

Pesce

BranzinoUS$36.00
Branzino filet - lemon caper sauce - side of veggies
Salmone Al LimoneUS$29.00
Salmon - fregola sarda - cherry tomatoes - spinach lemon herb sauce

Pasta

Gnocchi DolceUS$25.00
House made potato gnocchi - balsamic reduction gorgonzola dolce sauce or tomato basil sauce
Rigatoni BologneseUS$23.00
Beef ragu - shaved parmigiano - basil tomato sauce
Ravioli con FunghiUS$21.00
House made wild mushroom ravioli - brown butter sage cream sauce
Fettuccine 'La Cucina'US$27.00
House made fettuccine - mushrooms - short rib ragu
Capellini Al GranchioUS$29.00
Jumbo lump crabmeat - asparagus - carrots - truffle pesto sauce
Linguine VongoleUS$26.00
Little neck clams - cherry tomatoes - basil lemon garlic sauce
Capellini with MeatballsUS$23.00
House made meatballs - tomato basil sauce - parmigiano cheese
Risotto di MareUS$38.00
Shrimp - scallops - jumbo lump crabmeat - asparagus - cognac rosé sauce
Mushroom Risotto US$26.00
Wild mushrooms, risotto, mushroom demi glaze sauce.

Carne

Maiale RipienoUS$34.00
12 oz Center cut stuffed pork chop - prosciutto - mozzarella - mushroom demi
Brasato di BaroloUS$35.00
Braised short ribs - soft polenta - barolo reduction
Vitello PizzaiolaUS$28.00
Veal medallions - artichokes - olives - capers - fresh oregano - basil marinara
Vitello SaltinboccaUS$28.00
Veal medallions - prosciutto - sage white wine sauce
Vitello GamberoniUS$31.00
Veal medallions - shrimp - broccoli rabe - provolone - cognac rosé sauce
Vitello Piccata US$28.00
Veal medallions, lemon caper white wine sauce, over pasta
Vitello Marsala US$28.00
Veal medallions, shallots, mushrooms, marsala wine demi glaze sauce, over pasta
Vitello Francaise US$28.00
Egg battered veal medallions, lemon caper sauce, over pasta

Pollo

Chicken La CucinaUS$28.00
Pan seared chicken breast, smoked mozzarella, asparagus, mushrooms, grape tomatoes, demi glaze sauce.
Pollo ParmigianoUS$27.00
Pan fried chicken breast - mozzarella - basil - tomato sauce, over pasta
Pollo FiorentinaUS$30.00
Pan seared chicken breast - spinach - jumbo lump crabmeat - tomatoes - truffle cream sauce
Chicken Piccata US$26.00
Pan seared chicken breast, lemon caper white wine sauce, over pasta
Chicken Marsala US$26.00
Pan seared chicken breast, shallots, mushrooms, Marsala wine demi glaze sauce, over pasta
Chicken Francaise US$26.00
Egg battered chicken breast, lemon caper sauce, over pasta

Contorno

SpinachUS$6.00
AsparagusUS$7.00
Pasta PomodoroUS$8.00
Pasta Aglio é OlioUS$8.00
Soft PolentaUS$7.00
Broccoli RabeUS$8.00

What 1,273 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.7Service
4.5Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

Atlantic
Best Value
Atlantic
Neighbourhood gem
Atlantic
Great for outdoor dining
Atlantic
Italian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

La Cucina Ristorante offers a delightful dining experience with consistently "great food" and "excellent service." Guests enjoy the welcoming atmosphere and appreciate the BYOB policy. The outdoor patio is perfect for summer dining, and the menu features fresh-made pasta and diverse specials. The staff, including attentive servers like Gideon and Tony, ensure memorable visits. Despite occasional service delays, La Cucina remains a favorite for both locals and visitors, praised for its "superior" quality and reasonable prices.

1,273 Reviews

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Jeff
Atlantic City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was amazing as always and portions are perfect! Best place around for a quiet date night meal!
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Edelyn
Atlantic City
28 reviews
5.0
28 reviews
Dined on 25 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I had an amazing experience at La Cucina! The atmosphere was cozy and inviting, and the staff Tony was incredibly friendly and attentive. I started with the fried zucchini for appetizers, which was absolutely delicious – crispy and light. For the main entree, I had the tricolor tortellinis, which were perfectly cooked and bursting with flavor. For dessert, I indulged in the crème brûlée and limoncello cake, both of which were heavenly. The crème brûlée had a perfect caramelized top, and the limoncello cake was moist and tangy. I'll definitely be coming back to try more dishes.
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Louise
Atlantic City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 16 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
One of the BEST BYOB restaurants in the NJ shore vicinity. Food is consistently fabulous all year around. Wait staff outstanding. Kristina is our very favorite.
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Bruce
Philadelphia
37 reviews
5.0
37 reviews
Dined on 13 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
This was our very first time dining there. The food was excellent and the wait staff very attentive. We will return.
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Evelyn
Atlantic City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 4 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Very fresh ingredients and spectacular flavors. Very good authentic Italian food and loved the varieties on Dailey special they offer as well.
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Denise
Philadelphia
10 reviews
vip
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on 19 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was excellent as usual. Our waiter Tony was great! Brought some friends in and they all loved it.
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Hugh
Naples
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 19 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Salmon was prepared perfectly with a delicious sauce. Caesar salad was dressed finely. Ask for anchovies they are a separate charge.
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Margherita
New York City
16 reviews
5.0
16 reviews
Dined on 18 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent as always. Every time we have been there, the food has been delicious. Great service great restaurant.
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Dr. R. Mark
Atlantic City
40 reviews
5.0
40 reviews
Dined on 16 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We celebrated my wife’s birthday at La Cucina Ristorante, and it was an unforgettable experience that truly showcased why this place never disappoints. From the moment we stepped inside, we were greeted with a warm atmosphere that set the tone for a delightful evening. As a BYOB establishment, we brought along a bottle of our favorite wine, which made the dining experience even more personal. I enjoyed the cioppino special and the veal chop Parmesan, while my wife opted for the seafood chowder and the vitello Marsala. Each dish was a culinary masterpiece, bursting with flavor and crafted with care. The cioppino was a vibrant medley of fresh seafood in a rich, savory spicy broth that was utterly delightful. The veal chop Parmesan was incredible—tender, juicy, and generously layered with melted cheese. My wife was equally impressed with her selections. The seafood chowder was filled with an abundance of fresh seafood, while the vitello Marsala was a perfect blend of tender veal and a luxurious Marsala sauce that was simply divine. The portion sizes were generous, ensuring we left feeling completely satisfied as well as with a heft bag to take some home! The service was top-notch; our server was attentive, knowledgeable. La Cucina Ristorante never fails to impress, and this visit was a wonderful celebration of my wife’s birthday. We can’t wait to return!
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Ahmed
Washington DC
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 16 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Good times… Good times! the food was delicious. Kristina, our waitress was very attentive. It’s a BYOB so you get the opportunity. Bring your favorite beverage with you.
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FAQs

La Cucina Ristorante offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (609) 677-0470.

La Cucina Ristorante is rated 4.6 stars by 1273 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people

4 Dec 2024

21:30

Booked 3 times today

Order delivery or takeout

1205 Tilton Rd, Northfield, NJ 08225

Additional information

Cross Street
New Road
Area
Northfield
Hours of Operation
Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian, Modern European, Contemporary Italian
Dining style
Fine Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Lots of Free Parking in front of the restaurant.Entrance from both sides of Center Point Plaza.Tilton Road & New Road
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Ronald Poulin
Entertainment
Dine in or out on Saturday night with the sound of Italian live music!
Additional
Dog Friendly, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan

Website
http://www.lacucinaristorantenj.com/
Phone number
(609) 677-0470
Catering
You are constructing one of the most significant memories of your lives.<br />We want to help you express your extraordinary style with creativity and imagination, delicious food and a romantic beautiful presentation. Our food reflects our commitment to exceptional quality. All meals are prepared under the guidance of our executive Chef Ronald Poulin.
Private party facilities
La Cucina Ristorante offers indoor and outdoor private parties.

La Cucina Ristorante

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Calamari Fritti

Capellini with Meatballs

Asparagus

Antipasti

Calamari FrittiUS$15.00

Polpo alla GrigliaUS$17.00

Crema di RicottaUS$9.00

Cozze e VongoleUS$14.00

Polpete con FontinaUS$12.00

Antipasto Italiano (for 2)US$22.00

Rapini e SalsicciaUS$12.00

BurrataUS$14.00

Insalate e Zuppa

CapreseUS$11.00

Insalata di CesareUS$11.00

Insalata della CasaUS$10.00

BarbabietoleUS$13.00

SuperfoodUS$14.00

Zuppa del Giorno

Pesce

BranzinoUS$36.00

Salmone Al LimoneUS$29.00

Pasta

Gnocchi DolceUS$25.00

Rigatoni BologneseUS$23.00

Ravioli con FunghiUS$21.00

Fettuccine 'La Cucina'US$27.00

Capellini Al GranchioUS$29.00

Linguine VongoleUS$26.00

Capellini with MeatballsUS$23.00

Risotto di MareUS$38.00

Mushroom Risotto US$26.00

Carne

Maiale RipienoUS$34.00

Brasato di BaroloUS$35.00

Vitello PizzaiolaUS$28.00

Vitello SaltinboccaUS$28.00

Vitello GamberoniUS$31.00

Vitello Piccata US$28.00

Vitello Marsala US$28.00

Vitello Francaise US$28.00

Pollo

Chicken La CucinaUS$28.00

Pollo ParmigianoUS$27.00

Pollo FiorentinaUS$30.00

Chicken Piccata US$26.00

Chicken Marsala US$26.00

Chicken Francaise US$26.00

Contorno

SpinachUS$6.00

AsparagusUS$7.00

Pasta PomodoroUS$8.00

Pasta Aglio é OlioUS$8.00

Soft PolentaUS$7.00

Broccoli RabeUS$8.00

Overall ratings and reviews

Diners' Choice Awards

Review summary

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