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Name: La Rivista
Address: 313 West 46th Street, New York, NY, United States, 10036
Telephone: (212) 245-1707
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4

La Rivista

4.0

1161 Reviews

$31 to $50

Italian

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"La Rivista" - what does it mean? in English it means review, or "the revue" as in a Broadway review. Different actors, singers, dancers, musicians, comedians. Hey it make sense La Rivista" located on Broadway’s famous restaurant row- we specialize in a review too. A revue of the finest dishes of the various regions of Italy. the pastas of Sicily and Naples, the lamb dishes of Abruzzi, risotto from Milan, and so on. Ladies and gentlemen for your dining pleasure we offer you the finest in Italian cuisine "with the flavor of Bologna" - a revue of the most popular dishes of the regions of Italy. Luciano and James Marchignoli.

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
Italian, Steak
Hours of operation
Lunch: Monday - Saturday 12:00pm-4:00pm; Dinner Monday - Saturday 4:00pm-12:00am
Phone number
(212) 245-1707
Website
http://www.larivistanyc.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual

Location
313 West 46th Street, New York, NY 10036
Neighborhood
Hell's Kitchen
Cross street
between eight and nith ave.
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
ace to port authority
Entertainment
Nightly piano music from 8pm till midnight
Additional
Beer, Entertainment, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Wine

Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail$19.00
Applewood Smoked Bacon$12.00
in a maple glaze
Carpaccio Rivista$14.00
beef carpaccio topped with arugula and parmesan
Fried Calamari$12.00
tender fried calamari with a zesty tomato sauce
Carcofi alla Guidea$14.00
crispy fried artichoke with garlic
Affetteti del Territorio$19.00
assortment of cured meats and cheeses
Polpette$12.00
our signature meatballs

Soup-Zuppe

Pasta e Fagioli$11.00
bean soup with pasta
French Onion Soup$11.00
au gratin
Minestra di Orzo del Trentino Alto$12.00
orzo soup with vegetables

Salads-Insalate

Endive Gorgonzola$12.00
Cesar Salad$10.00
The Classic Broadway Joe Cesar Salad
Mixed Salad$7.00
Field greens with vine ripe tomatoes

Pasta-Primi

Rissotto allo Champagne con Fagiano$25.00
Italian arborio rice in a champagne sauce with porcini mushrooms and pheasant
Ravioli alla Salvia$24.00
goat cheese ravioli with cream and sage
Lasagna Bolognese$22.00
Lasagna in a meat ragu with bechamel
Linguine Vongole$24.00
linguine with a clam sauce
Gnocchi con Salsa di Anantra$25.00
Potato dumplings in a duck ragu
Caccio e Peppe$23.00
Spaghetti with pecorino cheese

Burgers

8 Oz. Wagu Grass Fed Beef. Served on a brioche roll with choice of potato or sweet potato fries

Fois Gras$35.00
Fois gras with truffel
The Broadway Joe$15.00
Lettuce, tomato, onion and fried pickles
Bacon Cheese$17.00
Applewood smoked bacon and cheddar cheese
Mushroom Swiss$17.00
Caramelized onion, mushroom and melted swiss

Entre-Secondi

Surf n' Turf$49.00
8 oz. filet mignon and lobster tail combination
Paillard de Pollo$25.00
Chicken paillard topped with a chopped arugula, radicchio and endive salad
Peti di Pollo Cacciatore$26.00
Strips of boneless breast of chicken in a tomato sauce with garlic and mushrooms
Scaloppini di Vitello alla Piccata$28.00
thin veal medallions in a lemon sauce
Veal Parmigiana$31.00
veal scallopini topped with asparagus with parmesan cheese
Maiale Bolognese$29.00
Breaded medallions of pork stuffed with prosciutto, topped with melted parmesan cheese
Costolette Brasato$36.00
Braised short rib served with polenta
Grilled Salmon$34.00
In a balsamic vinegar glase with black garlic. Served with smashed potatoes
Braznino Aqua Paza$35.00
Whole mediterranean seabass poached with garlic fresh herbs and mixed vegetables

Steak and Chops

Rib Eye Steak$39.00
18 oz. Certified Angus
New York Strip$37.00
14 oz. Certified Angus
Filet Mignon$41.00
10 oz. Certified Angus
Rack of Lamb$42.00
Broiled with rosemary and garlic
Rack of Veal$46.00
Broiled with rosemary and garlic
Bistecca Fiorentina con l'Oso$47.00
28 oz Angus porterhouse steak brushed with tuscan virgin olive oil, garlic and fresh herbs. Seared over aromatic wood
Pork Chop$35.00
Served with a plum reduction

Vegetables-Contorni

Steak Fries$8.00
Mashed Potatoes$7.00
Baked Idaho Potato$7.00
Onion Rings$8.00
Creamed Spinach$10.00
Asparagus Grantine$10.00
Broccoli Rabe$11.00
Brusselles Sprouts Sauteed Garlic and Oil$9.00

Desserts-Dolci

New York Cheese Cake$9.00
Chocolate Mousse Cake$9.00
Poached Pears$9.00
Sliced Pineapples$9.00

What 1,161 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

4.0

4 based on all time ratings

4Food
4Service
3.9Ambience
3.9Value

Noise • Moderate

1,161 Reviews

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PatO
New York Area
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on February 8, 2020
overall4food4service3ambience4
Went before show. Had 2 hrs 15 min to have dinner and ended up rushing. Food was good, service quite slow. Wine we had for $40 bottle was awful. Marked up 4 times store price.
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PhillyGuy
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on January 31, 2020
overall2food2service4ambience3
When you walk into a restaurant on a Friday night at 5:45 and wonder "Is this place open?" it is probably a sign that you are in for a strange night. We had a reservation but they did not even ask us our name.... My wife ordered a bottle of Cabernet but we were told that they had no Cabernet. None? The wine we got was fine, the bread was ok, the service was good and the food was pretty bad. Lasagna was a thick glob of heavy, unidentifiable cheese. My wife ordered the ravioli and got a plate of 3 raviolis. Three raviolis. Service was good - but there was no one else there so you would expect attention. Yes, it was a strange night.
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Jafem
New York Area
6 reviews
vip
4.0
6 reviews
Dined on January 26, 2020
overall4food3service4ambience5
Average food but more than made up for that with piano player and singer
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KEENJ
New York Area
263 reviews
vip
4.0
263 reviews
Dined on January 7, 2020
overall4food4service4ambience3
We really enjoy "La Rivista" for a pre-theatre dinner. They have good food, good service and a pleasant atmosphere. They offer a reasonably priced fixed-price dinner. Also, it's usually quiet, which makes it great for conversation. They removed an entree that I love from the menu, the Mushroom Ravioli, but I'm hoping they bring it back. Also, I wish they'd offer sorbet as a desert option, for those of us who are health conscious!
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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on January 1, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had an amazing dinner on New Year's Eve. The staff was extremely helpful with suggestions and they did not disapp6.
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HowardS
New York Area
3 reviews
vip
1.0
3 reviews
Dined on December 27, 2019
overall1food2service1ambience1
Service was shockingly poor. Bar was missing standard brands. Told waiter we were pre-theater. It had no effect on the speed at which the meal was served, which was slow. Menu did not accurately describe ingredients in dishes. Dinner included dessert. No one asked if we wanted dessert or coffee. All in all an awful experience.
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4grand
New York Area
32 reviews
4.0
32 reviews
Dined on December 25, 2019
overall4food4service4ambience3
They were very short handed because it was Christmas but they did their best and we appreciated it. Would definitely go back.
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Daisy
New York Area
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on December 22, 2019
overall2food1service1ambience3
My co-diner’s burger was burnt on the outside and raw on the inside (she had asked for medium). When she sent it back it returned well done, and still burnt on the outside. She likened it to eating a “hockey puck.” Half of my food was put down on the far corner of the table, and the other dish Was placed in the middle, nothing in front of me. The waiter forgot to bring more bread with the meal, even though I requested it.
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MichelleP
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on December 21, 2019
overall2food2service2ambience3
We were seated 35 minutes late even though we were 5 minutes early for our reservation time. The service was slow and lacking. The food was completely underwhelming. I expect better from a pre-theatre restaurant.
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on December 19, 2019
overall1food1service1ambience1
Seats in the dining room are all stained and extremely dirty. No one even brought us a glass of water for over 10 minutes.
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OpenTable Diner
Las Vegas
13 reviews
vip
2.0
13 reviews
Dined on December 19, 2019
overall2food4service2ambience3
We have been visiting this restaurant every year for the past 8 years and it has always been an experience but with good food. This year they had No wine and changed the menu. We will find another favorite next year. :(
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DelfinV
New York Area
4 reviews
1.0
4 reviews
Dined on December 13, 2019
overall1food2service1ambience1
Waiting an extremely long time before order was taken. Customer came and left but my table was not attended to. The food was not worth what was charged. Basically it is what is considered a 100% Tours Trap.
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on December 13, 2019
overall1food1service1ambience1
Food okay, not so great. Service was horrible
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MariaA
New York Area
200 reviews
vip
1.0
200 reviews
Dined on December 12, 2019
overall1food1service1ambience1
Terrible experience, the waiters were very slow and didn’t care to ask for your order. It took them 20 min to give us water and bread and 30 min of waiting for the food they said they didn’t know how much longer it was going to take. Will not be coming back here.
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TomLu74
New York Area
14 reviews
1.0
14 reviews
Dined on December 12, 2019
overall1food5service1ambience5
We must have hit it on a night when people called in sick. The service was awful. One waiter and one bus boy! We had soup and salad in order to make it to the theatre! The waiter told us if we ordered anything else we would not get it in time. We were very disappointed.
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cindyk
Atlanta Metro
44 reviews
vip
1.0
44 reviews
Dined on December 7, 2019
overall1food1service1ambience1
We had a reservation for 3 before an 8:00 show. Waited for 15 minutes to be seated. No menus, no water, no server. We had to leave and were accommodated by another restaurant nearby. Will never return. The entire thing was out of a Monty Python episode.
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Nickster
New York Area
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on December 7, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent food...and the prix fixe dinner is a real bargain
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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
4 reviews
3.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 19, 2019
overall3food3service2ambience5
Sie haben es leider nicht so im Griff... Service flopp, Essen beinahe top!
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DianeG
San Francisco
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on November 16, 2019
overall2food2service1ambience3
This was our second visit to the restaurant after our first visit was such a positive one but this one we didn’t get any bread plates they brought out two salads instead of a salad and a soup and the dessert menu which is usually extensive was only two choices. The wait staff was not attentive at all.
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ReneeC
New York Area
5 reviews
4.0
5 reviews
Dined on November 16, 2019
overall4food4service3ambience4
Jack is the reason that we are returning customers! He really takes care of eveyone, down to remembering our favorite orders!
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EllenB
New York Area
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on November 15, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
We were treated very well by all staff! Thank you Jack for your hospitality! The food was delicious and the ambiance delightful!! We will return!! Ellen Brett
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MarkInHeights
New York Area
40 reviews
vip
5.0
40 reviews
Dined on November 13, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Attentive, professional service and very good food.
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AlexN
Los Angeles
17 reviews
4.0
17 reviews
Dined on November 2, 2019
overall4food5service3ambience3
We found this place because it was so close to a broadway show, they wont seat you (no matter how many empty tables) unless you have a reservation.
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GloBo
New York Area
132 reviews
vip
3.0
132 reviews
Dined on October 30, 2019
overall3food3service4ambience4
Food was good.... restaurNt had few guests so it was quiet. Nice room and table setting. Prix fixe menu a value
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TheFussies
Atlanta Metro
68 reviews
vip
2.0
68 reviews
Dined on October 28, 2019
overall2food3service4ambience4
My wife and I were joined by another couple for pre-theater dining at La Rivista on Monday October 28, 2019. La Rivista has a great location on W 46th St. in the heart of the theater district. I also has an upscale feel when you enter with tables reasonably spaced and white table cloths. It also offers a price-fixed option for only $30 that includes appetizer, entree and desert. Things look great...at first. The bread is excellent but served with butter rather than fresh olive oil. The tomato caprese salad is not very good. Tomato sliced so thin that you can see through it and supermarket mozzarella instead of fresh. The chicken with artichokes tastes ok - but clearly is cooked in advance and then heated when needed. No one in our party said anything was bad - but no one said that anything was good (forget delicious/excellent). There are better choices in or near the theater district.
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MarshaW
Wilmington
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on October 24, 2019
overall4food5service5ambience4
We were there on a quiet Thursday apres theatre rush. Not crowded and what a treat to have multiple ex broadway folks stepping up to piano accompanying and singing. Lingered an extra hour enjoying the music. Entrees were wonderful too!
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RM2019
New York Area
19 reviews
4.0
19 reviews
Dined on October 6, 2019
overall4food5service2ambience5
Excellent food. Nice the ambiance with the pianist and the young lady singer.
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Edgysnowfall
Las Vegas
10 reviews
2.0
10 reviews
Dined on October 4, 2019
overall2food3service1ambience3
Worst service we experienced in NYC. Four of us came here for pre-show dinner. We had 5:45 pm reservation for 8 pm show. We arrived on time and were seated by the busboy. As soon as we sat down, a large group with no reservation walked in and asked the matre' d (who appeared to be the only waiter) if they had table for 11 people. The large group was seated and the waiter immediately attended to this group (took drink and food orders...). Meanwhile, we along with patrons of three other tables - all had reservations - were being completed ignored. We had to ask the busboy to bring us menus and waited over 40 minutes before a waiter came to our table and took orders. We then waited for another half an hour for our food. That walk-in group finished eating and paid their check before our food came out! As a result, we didn't have time to finish our meal before having to leave and catch the show. For what they charge for, food quality is mediocre but the service was unacceptable!
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Alice
San Francisco
9 reviews
vip
2.0
9 reviews
Dined on October 1, 2019
overall2food2service1ambience2
Nothing special about the food, service was awkward.
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Alender
Charleston
11 reviews
vip
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on September 22, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food , service and music made for a wonderful evening!
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Nycgal
New York Area
90 reviews
vip
4.0
90 reviews
Dined on September 21, 2019
overall4food4service4ambience4
Reasonably priced pre-theater place with tasty Italian dishes, fresh seafood and vegetables, and friendly waitstaff.
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denisej
West Palm Beach
45 reviews
vip
5.0
45 reviews
Dined on August 14, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
La Rivista never disappoints.
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colleenb
Philadelphia
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 10, 2019
overall4food4service3ambience3
This quaint place was perfect for our pre show dinner date. We were a bit late for our reservation but it was no problem to be seated. I loved the ambiance and the atmosphere! It was a bit warm since the doors were open to the patio but with time, it cooled down. The staff was very nice, the menu we chose was a fixed price with great options in each category and affordable! The servings were adequate and just an enjoyable experience. We will definitely be back!
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MindyW
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 7, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Their sauces have a flavor like no other. I can’t put my finger on it but the only thing that compares is when I visit Italy. We visit every time we come to New York and sometimes two or three times! You won’t be disappointed
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bethk
New York Area
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 3, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great meal. Great ambiance. Right on restaurant row. Lovely. Will come again. Pate, caprese, polenta appetizers were great Beal entrees too. Great cappuccino and dessert.
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Section1AD
New York Area
19 reviews
vip
5.0
19 reviews
Dined on August 3, 2019
overall5food4service5ambience4
It was our first visit and we were a bit confused because we didn’t realize it was also Broadway Joe’s Steakhouse but when we went in we were greeted & seated promptly. The food was delicious plus you had so many choices - the regular menu, the specials menu & a price fixed menu. The service was attentive and the ambiance was terrific. I would definitely return and will recommend it to anyone looking for a good restaurant in the theater district.
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KenS
Charlotte
13 reviews
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on July 29, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great all around. The piano music during dinner was an added plus.
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OpenTable Diner
Minneapolis
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on July 26, 2019
overall5food4service5ambience4
This is a "classic" Italian restaurant. It serves everything you'd expect in such a menu, extremely well prepared and delicious. This is comfort food. This is not a food adventure. But if you want a really well prepared scaloppine, this is a great choice. If, to you, that's a cliché, this isn't your restaurant. We loved it.
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anotheradventure
Miami
52 reviews
vip
3.0
52 reviews
Dined on July 26, 2019
overall3food3service4ambience4
I thought they should have a list of wine by the glass especially if one glass costs $16
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RonK
Naples
113 reviews
vip
5.0
113 reviews
Dined on July 18, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food and service at this Restaurant Row establishment which we frequent several times each year. The portions are appropriate and the food is always pleasing.
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313 West 46th Street, New York, NY 10036

Additional information

Cross street
between eight and nith ave.
Neighborhood
Hell's Kitchen
Hours of operation
Lunch: Monday - Saturday 12:00pm-4:00pm; Dinner Monday - Saturday 4:00pm-12:00am
Cuisines
Italian, Steak
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
ace to port authority
Payment options
AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Entertainment
Nightly piano music from 8pm till midnight
Additional
Beer, Entertainment, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Wine

Website
http://www.larivistanyc.com/
Phone number
(212) 245-1707

La Rivista

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Additional information

Appetizer-Primi

Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail$19.00

Applewood Smoked Bacon$12.00

Carpaccio Rivista$14.00

Fried Calamari$12.00

Carcofi alla Guidea$14.00

Affetteti del Territorio$19.00

Polpette$12.00

Soup-Zuppe

Pasta e Fagioli$11.00

French Onion Soup$11.00

Minestra di Orzo del Trentino Alto$12.00

Salads-Insalate

Endive Gorgonzola$12.00

Cesar Salad$10.00

Mixed Salad$7.00

Pasta-Primi

Rissotto allo Champagne con Fagiano$25.00

Ravioli alla Salvia$24.00

Lasagna Bolognese$22.00

Linguine Vongole$24.00

Gnocchi con Salsa di Anantra$25.00

Caccio e Peppe$23.00

Burgers

Fois Gras$35.00

The Broadway Joe$15.00

Bacon Cheese$17.00

​Mushroom Swiss$17.00

Entre-Secondi

Surf n' Turf$49.00

Paillard de Pollo$25.00

Peti di Pollo Cacciatore$26.00

Scaloppini di Vitello alla Piccata$28.00

Veal Parmigiana$31.00

Maiale Bolognese$29.00

Costolette Brasato$36.00

Grilled Salmon$34.00

Braznino Aqua Paza$35.00

Steak and Chops

​Rib Eye Steak$39.00

New York Strip$37.00

Filet Mignon$41.00

Rack of Lamb$42.00

Rack of Veal$46.00

Bistecca Fiorentina con l'Oso$47.00

Pork Chop$35.00

Vegetables-Contorni

Steak Fries$8.00

Mashed Potatoes$7.00

Baked Idaho Potato$7.00

Onion Rings$8.00

Creamed Spinach$10.00

Asparagus Grantine$10.00

Broccoli Rabe$11.00

Brusselles Sprouts Sauteed Garlic and Oil$9.00

Desserts-Dolci

New York Cheese Cake$9.00

Chocolate Mousse Cake$9.00

Poached Pears$9.00

Sliced Pineapples$9.00

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Additional information

Mushroom Swiss$17.00

Rib Eye Steak$39.00