La Dolce Vita of Belmar

Name: La Dolce Vita of Belmar
Address: 400 Ocean Ave., Belmar, NJ, United States, 07719
Telephone: (732) 749-3177
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.5

4.5

1454 Reviews

$30 and under

Italian

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La Dolce Vita is family owned and operated by two generations. Both ZIO (uncle) Giuseppe Salpietro and Nipote (nephew) Nicola Fuccilli invite you to experience their passion for Italian cuisine and culture.

The story of La Dolce Vita began five decades ago in a small town in the hills of Sicily. It is from here that co-owner Giuseppe Salpietro brings authentic cuisine, traditions and customs, which come from centuries of good living. La Dolce Vita believes in bringing this passion for Dolce Vita, translates to mean the sweet life, into every dish that leaves our kitchen. It is our goal to make every customer feel like part of our very own family. We at La Dolce Vita believe in family and invite you and your family in to our Restaurant to experience a variety of fantastic tastes to please every palate.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

May 22, 2022

May 2022

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7:00 PM

Booked 52 times today

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Cuisines
Italian
Hours of operation
Lunch Daily 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Daily 3:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(732) 749-3177
Website
http://www.belmarrestaurant.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Catering
La Dolce Vita provides old-world Italian Cuisine for your next party, barbeque or picnic in the park. We take catering to a new level of quality and completeness. We look forward with great anticipation to providing our superior catering service. We deliver throughout Monmouth County. Want something special? We can accommodate your special needs, letting you choose from a wide variety of items on our catering menu. Please visit our menu through the page below: http://www.belmarrestaurant.com/nj-catering-menu.php

Location
400 Ocean Ave. Belmar, NJ 07719
Neighborhood
Belmar
Cross street
4th Ave.
Parking details
Street Parking
Entertainment
Full Service Bar year round.
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Wine

Popular dishes

Polpette della Nonna$10.95
Homemade meatball stuffed with fresh mozzarella, served with Pomodorino sauce and ricotta
Calamari Fritti al Filetto$13.95
Filetto di Pomodoro, basil, garlic, extra virgin olive oil & San Marzano plum tomatoes, garnished with pesto sauce & garlic crostini
Fantasia di Mare$14.95
Seafood salad with shrimp, calamari, octopus, and mussels in a house special lemon vinaigrette
Shrimp Fantasy$13.95
Shrimp sautéed in a sweet balsamic chili sauce, served over garlic crostini
Cozze alla Siciliana$10.95
Prince Edward mussels sautéed in garlic, olive oil, white wine, served with garlic crostini
Melenzane Palermitana$10.95
Eggplant rolled and stuffed with ricotta, mozzarella, and Parmigiano cheeses, baked in a light marinara sauce
Vongole Oreganate or Casino$12.95
Classic little neck clams on the half shell stuffed with herbed bread crumbs and spices or Casino with the chef's special mix of red and green bell peppers and Italian bacon
Stuffed Cubanella Pepper$10.95
Stuffed with a Bread crumb, Parmigiano cheese and sweet Italian sausage served in a San Marzano tomato sauce
Antipasto Misto Dolce Vita
Prosciutto, soppressata, homemade fresh mozzarella, tomato, aged provolone, fire roasted peppers, Sicilian Caponata
- (for Two)$14.95
Carpaccio di Bue alla Rugola e Grana$13.95
Thinly sliced raw filet mignon with basil pesto, topped with arugula and shaved Parmigiano
Tuna Sashimi$14.95
Ahi Sushi Grade tuna tartar served with seaweed salad, avocado & mango, finished with honey lime vinaigrette
Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail$13.95
Four jumbo shrimpfvgfg served with the chef's special cocktail sauce
Mozzarella Caprese$12.95
Homemade fresh mozzarella, sliced vine-ripen tomatoes & roasted red peppers, drizzled with extra virgin olive oil, topped with fresh basil

Soup & Salads

Pasta Fagioli$6.95
Ditalini pasta and white kidney beans, pancetta prepared our special way
House Salad$5.95
Fresh spring mix, cherry tomatoes, red onions & cucumbers tossed in Italian house vinaigrette
Insalata alla Caesar$6.95
Romaine lettuce tossed in homemade Caesar dressing with croutons and shaved Parmigiano cheese
Insalata Contadina$6.95
Baby field greens, sliced apples, walnuts, imported goat cheese, finished with truffle-walnut vinaigrette
Insalata la Toscanella$6.95
Baby arugula, marinated tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, red onion, pine nuts, basil, prosciutto, balsamic glaze, first press extra virgin olive oil
Linguini with Clam Sauce$19.95
Fresh clams sautéed with garlic, olive oil, Italian parsley, served in a white or red sauce over homemade Linguini
Pappardelle alla Matriciana$19.95
Homemade wide pasta sautéed with onions, Italian pancetta, extra virgin olive oil, fresh basil, and San Marzano plum tomato
Fettuccini Dolce Vita$22.95
Homemade fettuccini with sautéed onions, peas, shiitake mushrooms, prosciutto, shrimp, with a touch of tomato sauce, cream and Parmigiano cheese
Penne alla Vodka$18.95
Penne in delicate pink vodka sauce, prosciutto, fresh mozzarella, and cream
Whole wheat penne primavera$20.95
Grilled Portobello mushrooms, zucchini, eggplant, roasted red pepper, asparagus and kidney beans sautéed with whole wheat penne in a pesto sauce
Gnocchi Fatti in Casa$19.95
Homemade gnocchi made with select potato, ricotta, flour, fresh herbs, with a sauce of garlic, fresh plum tomatoes, basil and wilted arugula
Rigatoni alla Bolognese$19.95
Rigatoni pasta with our homemade traditional Italian meat sauce
Orecchiette alla Barese$23.95
Little ear shaped pasta with sautéed broccoli rabe, cherry tomatoes, sweet Italian sausage, and shrimp in a garlic, olive oil, white wine sauce

Steaks, Chops, Veal, Chicken

20% gratuity will be added for parties of 8 or more

Chicken Rollatini$25.95
Breast of chicken rolled & stuffed with prosciutto, roasted red peppers, spinach & Fontina cheese, served with Florentine ravioli, topped with a light tomato cream sauce, prosciutto & peas
Petto di Pollo Parmigiana$19.95
Breast of chicken cutlet topped with tomato sauce, baked with mozzarella and Parmigiano cheese & served with homemade rigatoni
Petto di Pollo Scarpariello$25.95
Bone-In chicken Sautéed with sweet Cherry peppers and Pork belly in a lemon, balsamic herb reduction served with roasted potatoes
Petto di Pollo or Vitello Piccata$25.95
Boneless chicken breast or veal scaloppini sautéed with berry capers, in a lemon, butter, white wine sauce served over homemade linguini
Prime Cut Pork Chop "Kinsel"$25.95
Grilled pork chop topped with artichoke hearts and onions, finished with a Thai chili reduction, served over mashed potatoes and spinach
Rack of Lamb$34.95
12 oz. grilled Filet Mignon wrapped with pork belly bacon topped with a roasted shallot, porcini mushroom Brandy reduction served with roasted potato and seasonal vegetable
Bistecca di Manzo alla Giuseppe$34.95
Aged center cut Black Angus natural fed N.Y. strip steak, pan seared & black pepper crusted, served with roasted garlic mashed potatoes, escarole, surrounded with baby Portobello mushrooms and a Madeira wine demiglaze reduction
Cotoletta di Vitello Parmigiana$24.95
Breaded veal cutlet pan fried and topped with tomato sauce, baked with mozzarella & Parmigiano cheeses & served with pasta
Scaloppini di Vitello Saltimbocca$26.95
Tender milk-fed veal scaloppini sautéed with shallots & mushrooms in a Madeira wine demiglaze, topped with prosciutto di Parma, fresh mozzarella, & served with wilted baby spinach and potato of the day

Entrees

Pesce (Seafood)

Gamberoni ai Scampi$24.95
Jumbo gulf shrimp sautéed with lemon, garlic, herbs and white wine, served over Parmigiano risotto
Capesante Crostate$27.95
Pan seared jumbo scallops with sweet corn coulis served over butternut squash mashed potatoes & finished with crisp crumbled pancetta
Sapore di Mare$26.95
Sautéed New Zealand mussels, scallops, shrimp, and clams, sautéed with garlic, extra virgin olive oil, fresh tomatoes, basil and white wine, served over linguini
Billy's Seafood Risotto$27.95
Risotto with gulf shrimp, calamari, scallops, mussels & clams, finished with a touch of fresh tomato and cream
Zuppa di Pesce$32.95
Lobster tail, shrimp, scallops, fresh fish, calamari, mussels and clams poached in alight clam and tomato broth over linguine
Gamberoni alla Mala Femmina$27.95
Jumbo shrimp and clams tossed in a light garlic tomato broth, with black olives, shitake mushrooms & wilted arugula, served over linguine
Chilean Sea Bass al Pistachio$32.95
Pistachio encrusted Chilean Sea Bass served over wild mushrooms risotto, sautéed spinach and white truffle butter
Salmone Marechiara$28.95
Pan roasted organic Scottish salmon in a light tomato, garlic, extra virgin olive oil, Pantelleria capers, and basil, served with clams and mussels over linguine
Saint Peter's Fish$26.95
Crabmeat encrusted filet of Tilapia served over a bed of julienne vegetables, finished with a carrot cream puree

Children Menu

Hamburger with French Fries$9.95
Cheese Ravioli$9.95
Chicken Parmigiana$9.95
Spaghetti with Butter Sauce$9.95
Chicken Fingers and French Fries$9.95

What 1,454 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.6Service
4.4Ambience
4.3Value

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TONY
New York Area
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience4
charming, good service and excellent food. I really good place to join with friends
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on May 13, 2022
overall4food5service5ambience5
Ronaldo our server was perfect. Friendly and very good at his job.
T
Tina
Philadelphia
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 13, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We loved it here! Food was so good and service was so attentive that we could overlook the high noise level. It was raining, so everything on the front porch was closed up tight. Had it been nice out, it would have been more open and less noisy.
OT
OpenTable Diner
New England
1 review
vip
3.0
1 review
Dined on May 13, 2022
overall3food3service5ambience5
My friend and I had the seafood salad and each had a Caesar and house salad. The seafood was not as fresh as I expected and all salads lacked more taste
T
Teachmsa
New York Area
12 reviews
vip
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on May 10, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
This time I brought a party of six, and the service was excellent. Four of the diners had not been there before. They loved the oceanfront atmosphere, and we were seated at a corner table with 180-degree views! Everyone enjoyed their food -- chicken parm sandwiches, chicken milanese salads, raviolis and meatballs. The group was Italian, which is always a good judge of Italian restaurant. I made a reservation and they were ready for us when we arrived. Our waiter, whose name I did not get but he has been working there a long time, has perfect timing and memorizes everything -- amazing. Loved it and thanks!
C
Chrissy
New England
2 reviews
vip
1.0
2 reviews
Dined on May 8, 2022
overall1food2service2ambience2
Went for Mother’s Day for the first time. The restaurant was way too packed to the point that it was overwhelmingly loud. We made reservations a month in advance not thinking they would over book tables. The staff and kitchen could not keep up with such large crowds, the wait time for food was so long, food quality was awful and orders were wrong! My sister ordered the steak special and what came out TWICE from the kitchen was completely different than described. How could someone mistake blue cheese vs mushrooms on a steak?! Will not be returning.
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jolantaW
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 8, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food , good service as always ! Thank you !!
TN
TinaN
New York Area
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on May 7, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our overall experience was great. The food, the service and the drinks.
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 2, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
I’ve been coming here for years, they have hosted a number of very important events for me as well. The owners are fantastic, the staff is friendly and the food is always spot on!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Philadelphia
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on April 30, 2022
overall5food5service4ambience5
The food was absolutely amazing. The restaurant was much louder than I expected. Not from music, but from the other guests in the restaurant. Next time we're in the area, we will definitely go back.
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Shivani
Baltimore
18 reviews
5.0
18 reviews
Dined on April 30, 2022
overall5food4service5ambience5
I had a date night with my Husband. The food was delicious and service was fast. This place never disappoints.
JA
JACQ47
Atlantic City
60 reviews
vip
3.0
60 reviews
Dined on April 30, 2022
overall3food3service2ambience1
Food was good enough, but the atmosphere was ridiculous. It was SOOOO loud you could NOT hear the person talking right next to you. Won’t be returning.
GC
GinaC
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on April 30, 2022
overall3food2service2ambience5
Ambience is lovely. A beautiful place to dine. Food was mediocre. Cocktails delicious!
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krisc
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 30, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
It was awesome - we’ll be back!
J
Jerseyshorefamily
Atlantic City
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on April 30, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience5
Great food and desserts. Service was fantastic. Bread was top notch. Just wish house came with entree but we will go again.
R
Redhand
New York Area
38 reviews
vip
5.0
38 reviews
Dined on April 29, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
great dining experience, very patient server. love that you can make an open table reservation
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on April 24, 2022
overall4food5service4ambience4
Still as good as 10 years ago.
J
Joeyfingers
New York Area
23 reviews
4.0
23 reviews
Dined on April 23, 2022
overall4food4service3ambience3
Food experience was great, service could be better ! But overall I definitely would go back
j
jrat
New York Area
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on April 23, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our waiter was so nice and attentive. The meals were all cooked perfect and big portions. I’ve eaten here a few times and the meals are consistently delicious. Nice mix of pasta, meats, fish and vegetarian.
KL
KenL
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on April 23, 2022
overall3food3service4ambience1
To start we made a reservation a month in advance it was our anniversary and they put us in center of the over crowded room cramped in between two tables. The food was decent at best. Otherwise our waitress was great.
RM
RobertM
Philadelphia
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on April 23, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fantastic food, fabulous service, outstanding location! It doesn't get any better than that.
M
Mark
New York Area
26 reviews
vip
3.0
26 reviews
Dined on April 22, 2022
overall3food2service4ambience3
Food was just ok. Very loud with lots of screaming kids
OT
OpenTable Diner
Philadelphia
4 reviews
vip
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on April 22, 2022
overall4food5service4ambience4
Food and service was very good. The only thing is I felt rushed through the meal. We were in and out in an hour with having appetizers drinks and a meal. Tables are a little close and we had 2 in our party and then when the group of 6 sat next to us it was hard to hear each other. Overall it was great. Just would have enjoyed it more if those 2 things were better.
BL
BelmarLocals
New York Area
25 reviews
vip
5.0
25 reviews
Dined on April 21, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wonderful meal, great service, delicious beverages, what's not to love. We have never been disappointed in any of our visits. Can hardly wait to return next week!
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Susan
Atlantic City
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on April 19, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Ronaldo is our waiter and he did a fabulous job the food was delicious from appetizer salad and main course. Can’t wait to go back
R
Rosie
New York Area
47 reviews
vip
5.0
47 reviews
Dined on April 18, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
It was a birthday celebration. We ordered the artichoke special as the appetizer. We agreed it was the best we ever had. Out entree was delicious, rack of lamb and Veal chop parm. Huge portions . Service was excellent
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on April 17, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Easter lunch
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Teri
New York Area
27 reviews
vip
4.0
27 reviews
Dined on April 17, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience4
Cozy across from water restaurant. Food very very good. Portions are huge snd good for sharing.
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 16, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent food and service. Large portions. Reasonable prices. Highly recommend
LS
LindaS
Philadelphia
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on April 15, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food and service were excellent. My husband loved the Black Sea bass special.
MA
MaureenA
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on April 9, 2022
overall3food3service3ambience1
I called and made a reservation for table at La Dolce Vita which is the ambience I wanted. They seated us in the sister restaurant next door, La Terrazzo which I don’t like. Trattoria like instead of the more upscale experience in La Dolce. Very disappointed
DT
DevonT
New York Area
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on April 8, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was out of this world. The portion sizes are HUGE! I highly recommend ordering an appetizer and an entree and paying the plate sharing charge OR know you will have enough food for at least 2 if not 3 meals. We were so happy with the food and the ambiance, we will look forward to our next trip to Belmar to eat here again!
c
caroll
New York Area
6 reviews
4.0
6 reviews
Dined on April 8, 2022
overall4food3service4ambience3
Portions were large. The Zuppe de pesce was excellent while the chicken piccata was fair
BL
BelmarLocals
New York Area
25 reviews
vip
5.0
25 reviews
Dined on April 8, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Never have had a bad experience when visiting La Dolce Vita. Whether I am simply stopping by for their Happy Hour or having dinner with family and friends, a wonderful dining experience will be enjoyed by all!
ML
MaryL
New York Area
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on April 8, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Beautiful day so the view was great, service was pleasant and timely. Food was delicious, no complaints…I had salmon and it was delicious!
t
thomasf
New York Area
15 reviews
vip
5.0
15 reviews
Dined on April 2, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent food with excellent service. The wait staff could not have been more attentive.
DJ
DJHC
New York Area
11 reviews
vip
4.0
11 reviews
Dined on April 2, 2022
overall4food5service5ambience3
The food was delicious and our server was attentive. My only complaint would be the noise level.
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
12 reviews
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on April 2, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food was excellent like always. Love to eat there with view of ocean
S
Ss66
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on April 1, 2022
overall3food3service4ambience3
While we waited for our reserved table at a bar high top, we decided to just stay put & order - the bar staff was amazing & although the front of restaurant has closest ocean view, it’s also has the street view with loud acoustics of glass enclosure that amplifies everyone’s conversations. Food was good but prices are more a reflection on the location.
M
Mike
New York Area
18 reviews
vip
4.0
18 reviews
Dined on March 20, 2022
overall4food5service4ambience4
Food was very good, but our table for 6 was situated at the doorway between rooms so there was a constant traffic flow of customers and staff.

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La Dolce Vita of Belmar is rated 4.5 stars by 1454 OpenTable diners.

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

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

May 22, 2022

May 2022

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Mon

Tue

Wed

Thu

Fri

Sat

7:00 PM

Booked 52 times today

400 Ocean Ave. Belmar, NJ 07719

Additional information

Cross street
4th Ave.
Neighborhood
Belmar
Hours of operation
Lunch Daily 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Daily 3:00 pm–10:00 pm
Cuisines
Italian
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Street Parking
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Entertainment
Full Service Bar year round.
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Wine

Website
http://www.belmarrestaurant.com/
Phone number
(732) 749-3177
Catering
La Dolce Vita provides old-world Italian Cuisine for your next party, barbeque or picnic in the park. We take catering to a new level of quality and completeness. We look forward with great anticipation to providing our superior catering service. We deliver throughout Monmouth County. Want something special? We can accommodate your special needs, letting you choose from a wide variety of items on our catering menu. Please visit our menu through the page below: http://www.belmarrestaurant.com/nj-catering-menu.php

La Dolce Vita of Belmar

Make a reservation

Additional information

Pasta Fagioli

Caesar Salad

Chicken Parmigiana

Appetizers

Polpette della Nonna$10.95

Calamari Fritti al Filetto$13.95

Fantasia di Mare$14.95

Shrimp Fantasy$13.95

Cozze alla Siciliana$10.95

Melenzane Palermitana$10.95

Vongole Oreganate or Casino$12.95

Stuffed Cubanella Pepper$10.95

Antipasto Misto Dolce Vita

Carpaccio di Bue alla Rugola e Grana$13.95

Tuna Sashimi$14.95

Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail$13.95

Mozzarella Caprese$12.95

Soup & Salads

Pasta Fagioli$6.95

House Salad$5.95

Insalata alla Caesar$6.95

Insalata Contadina$6.95

Insalata la Toscanella$6.95

Linguini with Clam Sauce$19.95

Pappardelle alla Matriciana$19.95

Fettuccini Dolce Vita$22.95

Penne alla Vodka$18.95

Whole wheat penne primavera$20.95

Gnocchi Fatti in Casa$19.95

Rigatoni alla Bolognese$19.95

Orecchiette alla Barese$23.95

Steaks, Chops, Veal, Chicken

Chicken Rollatini$25.95

Petto di Pollo Parmigiana$19.95

Petto di Pollo Scarpariello$25.95

Petto di Pollo or Vitello Piccata$25.95

Prime Cut Pork Chop "Kinsel"$25.95

Rack of Lamb$34.95

Bistecca di Manzo alla Giuseppe$34.95

Cotoletta di Vitello Parmigiana$24.95

Scaloppini di Vitello Saltimbocca$26.95

Entrees

Pesce (Seafood)

Gamberoni ai Scampi$24.95

Capesante Crostate$27.95

Sapore di Mare$26.95

Billy's Seafood Risotto$27.95

Zuppa di Pesce$32.95

Gamberoni alla Mala Femmina$27.95

Chilean Sea Bass al Pistachio$32.95

Salmone Marechiara$28.95

Saint Peter's Fish$26.95

Children Menu

Hamburger with French Fries$9.95

Cheese Ravioli$9.95

Chicken Parmigiana$9.95

Spaghetti with Butter Sauce$9.95

Chicken Fingers and French Fries$9.95

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