La Grotta

Name: La Grotta
Address: 2637 Peachtree Rd. NE, Atlanta, GA, United States, 30305
Telephone: (404) 231-1368
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.8

4.8

2365 Reviews

$31 to $50

Italian

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Serving the finest in Northern & Regional Italian Cuisine, La Grotta offers old world charm and friendly, first class service and is located in the heart of Buckhead. A local favorite since 1978, La Grotta has received Best of Atlanta Award from Atlanta magazine since the mid 1980’s, prestigious DiRONA and AAA Four Diamond Awards since the early 90's.

La Grotta is tucked away in the heart of the Buckhead residential district and overlooks the lush gardens of the condo courtyard in which it is located. La Grotta literally means "the cave" in Italian and was named such for its cavernous and warm setting. The La Grotta staff is also well known and regarded for its vast knowledge of its customers, the food, diverse knowledge of languages (our staff speaks Italian, Spanish, French & German) and attention to detail. The menu specializes in Northern Italian cuisine with seasonal changes to reflect freshness of ingredients with a focus on locally grown produce.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Jun 25, 2022

June 2022

Sun

Mon

Tue

Wed

Thu

Fri

Sat

7:00 PM

Booked 23 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(404) 231-1368

Delivery

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Fine Dining
Cuisines
Italian
Hours of operation
Dinner Mon–Thu 5:30 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:15 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(404) 231-1368
Website
http://lagrottaatlanta.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
Antonio Abizanda
Private party facilities
Beautiful dining room overlooking courtyard gardens available for private luncheons and dinners upon request.
Private party contact
christian favalli: (404) 231-1368

Location
2637 Peachtree Rd. NE Atlanta, GA 30305
Neighborhood
Buckhead
Cross street
West Wesley
Parking details
We offer complimentary valet, or self parking next door in church parking lot.
Public transit
Lakeview Drive and Peachtree Road
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Bresaola Valtellinese$13.95
Air dried piemontese beef tenderloin with arugula salad, black olive vinaigrette & shaved parmesan cheese
Carpaccio All'Italiana*$13.95
Beef Tenderloin Carpaccio, Aged Manchego, Grilled Artichokes, Arugula, Black Truffle Dressing
Prosciutto di Parma con Melone$13.95
Shaved Prosciutto Ham with Fresh Melon, Mint, Aged Balsamic Glace
Burrata di Mozzarella Fresca$15.95
Fresh Buffalo Milk Burrata (fresh mozzarella filled with fresh mozzarella and cream), Prosciutto di Parma, Vine Ripened Georgia Heirloom Tomatoes, Basil, EVOO, Aged Balsamic
Mozzarella di Buffula "Caprese"$15.95
Fresh Buffalo's Milk Mozzarella, Vine Ripened Georgia Tomatoes, Ashland Farms Basil, EVOO, Aged Balsamic
Vitello Tonnato$12.95
Mediterranean Roasted Veal Loin with Celery Salad, Capers, Cherry Tomatoes & Tuna Sauce

Antipasti Caldi - Hot Appetizers

Calamari Fra Diavolo$12.95
Seared Calamari with Spicy Tomato Sauce
Portobello alla Griglia con Caprino$12.95
Grilled Portobello Mushrooms Topped with Goat Cheese, a Baby Spinach Salad & Roasted Pine Nuts
Cozze al Vino Bianco e Crema al Curry$13.95
Mussels Sautéed in White Wine, Garlic, Shallots & Curry Cream
Chiocciole Aglio Olio con Spinaci$12.95
Sautéed Snails in Butter, Garlic, Fresh Herbs and White Wine over Creamed Spinach

Le Insalate Verdi - Garden Greens

Arugula e Barbatiolo$11.95
Arugula, Roasted GA Beets, Shaved Fennel, Shredded Parm, EVOO, Aged Balsamic
Insalata Giulio Cesare$9.95
Caesar Salad, Romaine, Homemade Croutons, Parmesan, Traditional Dressing
Insalata La Grotta$9.95
Local, Organic Seasonal Greens with an Extra Virgin Olive Oil & Balsamic Vinaigrette

Pasta e Risotto

Sacchetti di Formaggio e Tartufi Neri$24.95
Sacchetti (little "beggar's purses") filled with Fontina Cheese & Black Truffles with a Creamy Marsala Wine Sauce, White Truffle Essence, Toasted Walnuts
Ravioloni con Caprino$20.95
Ravioli Stuffed with Goat Cheese, Apple & Celery with a Light Butter, Sun dried Tomato Sauce
Tortelloni Della Casa$20.95
Tortelloni Stuffed with Braised Onions, Cooked Prosciutto, Fresh Thyme & Mascarpone Cheese & served with a Fresh Oregano Tomato Sauce
Cappellini con Pancetta, Gamberetti, Olive Nere, Aglio, Pomodoro Fresco e Mascarpone$21.95
Cappellini Prepared with Pancetta, Shrimp, Calamata Olives, Garlic, Fresh Tomatoes & Mascarpone Cheese
Penne Bolognese$22.95
Penne with Our House Made Meat Sauce with Garlic, Herbs & Tomatoes
Pappardelle Con Astice$36.95
Pappardelle Ribbons with Lobster, Shallots, Rosemary & White Wine Cream Sauce
Risotto del Giorno
Daily Special of Slowly Cooked Arborio Rice
- Market Price

Le Specialita di Pesce - Seafood Specialities

Filetto di Salmone con Crostata d'Erbe*$26.95
Herb Crusted Filet of Salmon Grilled & Served over a Seasonal Vegetable Medley with a Roasted Red Bell Pepper Beurre Blanc
Gamberetti Fra Diavolo con Linguini Aglio Olio$27.95
Sauté of Jumbo Mediterranean Shrimp with Spicy Tomato Sauce & Linguine tossed with Olive Oil & Fresh Garlic
Sogliola di Dover alla Mugnaia
Dover Sole Meuniere in a Lemon Butter Sauce with Vegetables of the Day
- Market Price

Le Specialita Della Grotta - La Grotta Specialties

All meat and fish entrees are served with a variety of fresh, seasonal vegetables

Costata di Vitello alla Griglia con Salsa al Vino Rosso*$39.95
Grilled Veal Chop with a Red Wine Veal Jus & Vegetables
Scaloppine di Vitello Antonio$28.95
Veal Loin Scaloppine with Sautéed Shallots, Fresh Herbs, Sun Dried Tomatoes & Lemon Butter Sauce
Scaloppine di Vitello alla Grotta$28.95
Veal Loin Scaloppine with Wild Mushrooms, Creamy Marsala Wine Sauce
Petto di Pollo alla Parmigiana$23.95
Chicken "Parmesan" Lightly Breaded Chicken Breasts with Marinara and Melted Mozzarella With Linguini Marinara
Filetto di Manzo al Barolo*$35.95
8 oz. Grilled Beef Tenderloin topped with Gorgonzola Cheese in a Barolo, Pommery Mustard Sauce, with Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes & Seasonal Vegetables
Filetto di Manzo alla Toscana$28.95
Fillet of Beef, Lightly Pounded & Breaded, Pan Sautéed Topped with Arugula, Tomatoes & Parmesan Cheese
Costolette di Agnello alla Griglia con Pesto alla Menta*$34.95
Marinated Lamb Chops grilled & served with Fresh Mint Pesto, Asparagus, & Fingerling Potatoes tossed with Olive Oil, Garlic & Fresh Herbs

Contorni e Verdure - Side Plates and Vegetables

Side Plate of Pasta$6.95
All these options are available as Appetizer or Entrée portion as well. Choose Pasta: Angel Hair, Linguini, Fettuccini, Penne, Spaghetti With Choose Sauce: Alfredo (Cream Sauce), Agli Olio, Amatriciana, Carbonara, Fradiavola, Marinara, Primavera, Puttanesca, Tomato Basil
- Gluten Free Pasta$7.95
Side Plate of Vegetables$6.95
Asparagus, Roasted Fingerling Potatoes, Sauteed Spinach, Sauteed Mushrooms, Mashed Potatoes, Vegetable of the Day

What 2,365 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.7Service
4.7Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

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Elizabeth
Charleston
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
overall3food3service2ambience5
The ambiance is old school and great, food ok and server exhausting. We were there for 3.25 hours mainly because the server loved hearing himself talk. Our table wasn't ready at our reservation time, but that was only a 15min wait, max. Truly, our server would not leave us alone and did not read that it was time to go. Exhausting to entertain him when all we wanted to do was catch up with each other. Twice we politely asked him for some time to ourselves. Also, he asked (unprompted) if we wanted separate checks at the beginning of the meal. We said yes, then he proceeded to try to aggressively convince us to evenly split at the end, which didn't work bc some weren't drinking. Food wise: the truffle pasta they're known for -- sauce was good, but the pasta itself was bland and flavorless (they clearly did NOT salt the pasta water or the filling/dough). I added salt, but that didn't save it. Melon & prosciutto was yummy. Burrata dish was fine. I'd skip the salads next time (tried the portobello and beet ones).
OT
OpenTable Diner
Atlanta
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience3
Food and service were spectacular and definitely one of the best in Atlanta! However, we waited 30 min after our reservation time to be seated, and the dining room was exceptionally loud. Will return for an earlier dinner!
JG
JamesG
Atlanta
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
fantastic experience!
CM
CarlieM
New York Area
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
A super cool spot! It’s been around a long time - so you know it’s got to be good! The service was great. Food is yummy. Great selection of wine and cocktails.
YC
YolandaC
Atlanta
41 reviews
vip
5.0
41 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Baby, we lived the total service experience. If you want bruchetta, go to that chain restaurant! Escargot! My favorite!
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fredf
Atlanta
6 reviews
vip
5.0
6 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Friendly people. Great food
TL
ThomasL
Birmingham
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
overall5food4service5ambience5
Dinner was exceptional. Everything was prepared well. The tiramisu was 10/10.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Atlanta
16 reviews
vip
5.0
16 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
All around great spot. No music which was a nice change.
DM
DanielaM
Charleston
14 reviews
vip
5.0
14 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
A wonderful place for fine dinning. By far our favorite place in Atlanta. Amazing food, service and quality. You can’t go wrong with any dish.
RJ
RaeneeJ
Atlanta
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on June 17, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Celebrated Nana's 78th year of life last evening. This is her favorite Atlanta spot to celebrate and she was undissappointed yet again 🙂
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Timberhead
Atlanta
38 reviews
vip
5.0
38 reviews
Dined on June 17, 2022
overall5food5service4ambience4
Classic, old school Atlanta fine dining.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Atlanta
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 16, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
It really doesn’t get better than La Grotta. The waiters know the menu. The owner stops by to say hello. The food exceeds your expectations.
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southernlady
Atlanta
72 reviews
vip
5.0
72 reviews
Dined on June 15, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our evening at LaGrotta was wonderful! We were entertaining Friends and this was their first visit! They absolutely savored every minute! It may have been their first visit; but, it will not be their last! Thanks to ALL!
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Andy
New York Area
133 reviews
vip
5.0
133 reviews
Dined on June 14, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Always a great meal and our waiter was very personable and attentive. He let me speak a little Italian as well I spent $60 in cab fare to and from my hotel because it’s worth it
DB
DorothyB
Atlanta
46 reviews
vip
3.0
46 reviews
Dined on June 14, 2022
overall3food4service2ambience1
It was too loud to enjoy our meal
JH
JaredH
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on June 14, 2022
overall2food2service2ambience1
The overall experience didn't live up to the hype. I've heard a lot of good things about this place, and was excited to take some co workers. There was nothing special about the food, the atmosphere was dimly lit and depressed. The service was pretty inattentive. Overall, pretty bland, and milquetoast. There are far better Italian experiences in Atlanta.
BW
BarryW
Atlanta
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on June 13, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fantastic service! Fantastic food! Doesn’t get any better than this for Italian in Atlanta.
MM
MaryM
Atlanta
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on June 13, 2022
overall5food5service4ambience5
First time definitely would go back fresh delicious Waiter a bit cheeky did not offer specials we had to ask
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Tabinia
San Francisco
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on June 11, 2022
overall3food2service3ambience3
I wasn't really impressed with La Grotta like all the many reviews i read. The food was very basic, i got the classic chicken parm and it was just okay. Service wasn't that great either, kept having to flag our server for everything. He wasn't rude but looked like he didn't want to be serving our table.. he wasn't friendly at all. I wouldn't go back again but glad i checked it out.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Atlanta
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on June 11, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing food and outstanding service! Our serve, Brett, was excellent!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Atlanta
8 reviews
vip
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on June 9, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
One of Atlanta’s best and most consistent spots! We love it every time!
PL
PeterL
Chicago
7 reviews
vip
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on June 9, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
The Dover Sole was delicious as well as the various pastas with shaved truffles
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SandraE
Atlanta
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on June 9, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Delightful evening with good food, good friends, and great service. La Grotta is my favorite restaurant and has been since it opened! Always consistent great food and perfect service.
CS
CharlesS
Atlanta
13 reviews
vip
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on June 8, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We dined on the patio which was beautiful until it started to rain, at which time they let us sit at the bar. Overall a great dining experience.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Atlanta
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on June 7, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wonderful Dodd, service and experience!
LF
LisaF
Atlanta
98 reviews
vip
5.0
98 reviews
Dined on June 6, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Love!!! It’s the must go restaurant for excellent cuisine and service! Perfect for outside dining also!
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Lilly
Atlanta
85 reviews
vip
5.0
85 reviews
Dined on June 6, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
There’s a reason people rave about this restaurant. It offers superb cuisine and excellent service. Don’t just go for special occasions, enjoy one of the best in the ATL.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Atlanta
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on June 4, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Walk off the elevator and get taken to a perfect environment where foor and service are on point. Reason why you have to make reservations 8 weeks out.
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kellys
Atlanta
23 reviews
vip
5.0
23 reviews
Dined on June 3, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Loved eating outside - quieter! Great service and food as usual.
KH
KarenH
Birmingham
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 3, 2022
overall5food5service4ambience4
Fabulous food!
FL
FishLover
Atlanta
50 reviews
vip
5.0
50 reviews
Dined on June 2, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We are on the very lovely patio. We were seated by the big fan, which was successfully used for mosquito control. Our dinners were delicious: salmon, risotto, and chicken Parmesan. This restaurant has been an excellent Atlanta staple for decades and it just keeps getting better and better.
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Melissa
Atlanta
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on June 1, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was delicious as usual and service was fantastic. Our favorite restaurant!
JO
JeanO
Atlanta
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on May 27, 2022
overall3food3service3ambience3
We had to wait way too long to be seated as the outdoor space was shut due to weather The communication was very poor in explaining this situation
GB
GillianB
San Francisco
9 reviews
vip
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on May 26, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
As always the meal and service were excellent. Staff is knowledgeable and friendly. Love going there!
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southernlady
Atlanta
72 reviews
vip
5.0
72 reviews
Dined on May 24, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our evening at LaGrotta was a pleasure, as ALWAYS! The food, the service, the ambiance! ALL delightful! Thank you LaGrotta!
OT
OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on May 24, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
I’ve traveled all over Europe and this is by far some of the most AMAZING Italian cuisine I’ve come across! The food was well seasoned, they had an extensive wine collection, the atmosphere was very pleasant and our server, Doug “E” Fresh made excellent recommendations. Don’t walk…..RUN to La Grottas. Reservations are a MUST. I went on a Tuesday night and it was packed!!!!!!!
TS
TracieS
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 24, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
So glad the weather cleared so we could dine on the patio. Everything was delicious. When I couldn't decide between two pasta dishes, the waiter suggested a half plate of each. They were both so good.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Denver
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 21, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We go to la grotta every year for our anniversary and we are never disappointed. Even though we go once per year, it feels like home. The food is magnificent, the atmosphere is intimate, and the service is impeccable. 7 years of coming to la grotta for our anniversary and we plan on many more.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Chicago
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on May 20, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great room, great food, overall one of Atlanta’s best fir many years
OT
OpenTable Diner
Atlanta
9 reviews
vip
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on May 19, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Consistently one of the best restaurants and dining experiences in Atlanta!

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
Physical distancing
- Limited number of seated diners
- Extra space between tables

Protective equipment
- Waitstaff wear masks
Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

La Grotta does offer delivery in partnership with Postmates. La Grotta also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (404) 231-1368.

La Grotta is rated 4.8 stars by 2365 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Jun 25, 2022

June 2022

Sun

Mon

Tue

Wed

Thu

Fri

Sat

7:00 PM

Booked 23 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(404) 231-1368

Delivery

2637 Peachtree Rd. NE Atlanta, GA 30305

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
West Wesley
Neighborhood
Buckhead
Hours of operation
Dinner Mon–Thu 5:30 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:15 pm–10:00 pm
Cuisines
Italian
Dining style
Fine Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
We offer complimentary valet, or self parking next door in church parking lot.
Public transit
Lakeview Drive and Peachtree Road
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Executive chef
Antonio Abizanda
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://lagrottaatlanta.com/
Phone number
(404) 231-1368
Private party facilities
Beautiful dining room overlooking courtyard gardens available for private luncheons and dinners upon request.
Private party contact
christian favalli: (404) 231-1368

La Grotta

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

Delivery

Dining areas

Additional information

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Antipasti Freddi - Cold Appetizers

Bresaola Valtellinese$13.95

Carpaccio All'Italiana*$13.95

Prosciutto di Parma con Melone$13.95

Burrata di Mozzarella Fresca$15.95

Mozzarella di Buffula "Caprese"$15.95

Vitello Tonnato$12.95

Antipasti Caldi - Hot Appetizers

Calamari Fra Diavolo$12.95

Portobello alla Griglia con Caprino$12.95

Cozze al Vino Bianco e Crema al Curry$13.95

Chiocciole Aglio Olio con Spinaci$12.95

Le Insalate Verdi - Garden Greens

Arugula e Barbatiolo$11.95

Insalata Giulio Cesare$9.95

Insalata La Grotta$9.95

Pasta e Risotto

Sacchetti di Formaggio e Tartufi Neri$24.95

Ravioloni con Caprino$20.95

Tortelloni Della Casa$20.95

Cappellini con Pancetta, Gamberetti, Olive Nere, Aglio, Pomodoro Fresco e Mascarpone$21.95

Penne Bolognese$22.95

Pappardelle Con Astice$36.95

Risotto del Giorno

Le Specialita di Pesce - Seafood Specialities

Filetto di Salmone con Crostata d'Erbe*$26.95

Gamberetti Fra Diavolo con Linguini Aglio Olio$27.95

Sogliola di Dover alla Mugnaia

Le Specialita Della Grotta - La Grotta Specialties

Costata di Vitello alla Griglia con Salsa al Vino Rosso*$39.95

Scaloppine di Vitello Antonio$28.95

Scaloppine di Vitello alla Grotta$28.95

Petto di Pollo alla Parmigiana$23.95

Filetto di Manzo al Barolo*$35.95

Filetto di Manzo alla Toscana$28.95

Costolette di Agnello alla Griglia con Pesto alla Menta*$34.95

Contorni e Verdure - Side Plates and Vegetables

Side Plate of Pasta$6.95

Side Plate of Vegetables$6.95

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