Menu
Join us for morning pastries, lunch or dinner at the Restaurant on 12th st. and 8th ave. Download the restaurant menu!
Pick up fresh pasta, sauce, coffee or ice cream at the Cafe on 8th st and 8th ave.
- 12TH ST RESTAURANT MENU
- 12TH STREET DRINKS
- Kids' Menu
- 8th St. Cafe + Takeout Menu
- Pasta Kits
- Fresh Pasta + Sauces To Go
- Hot and Iced Coffee
Available only at our full-service restaurant on 12th Street.
STARTERS
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Bread Plate
Four pieces of freshly baked focaccia, drizzled with olive oil
$5
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Citrus Olives
Mixed olives marinated in citrus peels + rosemary
$7
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Crispy Chickpeas
Smoky and crispy, served with lime
$5
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Louise's Charcuterie Plate
Chef's choice of salumi and cheeses with chutney
$17
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Local Burrata with Summer Melon
Creamy burrata with ribbons of summer melon topped with Meyer lemon, olive oil and pepperoncino
$10.75
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Whipped Ricotta with Fennel Oil
2 pieces of focaccia topped with our house made ricotta and fennel oil
$8.50
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Aida's Pretzels
Three fluffy, warm pretzels served with dijon mustard butter for dipping
$9
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Grandma's Meatballs
3 all-beef meatballs served with whipped ricotta with focaccia
$13
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Brioche Bites
Homemade little brioche puffs, served with rosemary honey butter
$6.50
SALADS
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Summer Tomato Salad
Heirloom tomatoes, cucumbers, radishes, Fresno Chilies, fresh herbs and homemade sun goddess dressing
$16
Burrata $4
Sliced Prosciutto $3.50
Avocado $3.50
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Fennel and Arugula
Shaved fennel and fresh arugula with crispy chickpeas, pecorino + a bright lemon vinaigrette
$12
Burrata $4
Sliced Prosciutto $3.50
Avocado $3.50
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Louise's Caesar
Little gems, homemade croutons, pecorino, cherry tomatoes, and homemade caesar dressing (with anchovies)
$12
Burrata $4
Sliced Prosciutto $3.50
Avocado $3.50
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Spring Vegetables + Grains
Farro salad with green beans, roasted mushrooms, mint, arugula, ricotta salata and lemon vinaigrette.
$16.50
Burrata $4
Sliced Prosciutto $3.50
Avocado $3.50
Sides
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Sautéed broccolini with garlic butter
$9.50
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Fennel Roasted Carrots
Honey, Calabrian chile butter, sunflower seeds, fresh herbs
$9.50
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Salt-Baked Yellow Flame Beets
Honey, Calabrian chile butter, sunflower seeds, fresh herbs
$12
Fresh Pasta
Every day our chef chooses a special pasta shape. You choose the sauce and the add-ons! All of our dishes can be made with fresh gluten-free pasta-
Shrimp + Scallions
Spicy Atlantic shrimp with garlic, Calabrian chilies, scallions, olive oil and lobster stock. So good with breadcrumbs! Can also be made with no spice.
$24.50
Breadcrumbs $0.75
Arugula $2.50
Spicy, Crispy Prosciutto $3.50
Roasted Cannellini Beans $2.50
Calabrian Chilies $1.50
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Roasted Tomato Sauce
Our signature sauce, made with organic Bianco DiNapoli tomatoes, onions + garlic. Really good when you add burrata and breadcrumbs
$14
Burrata $4
Calabrian Chiles $1.50
Roasted Cannellini Beans $2.50
Spicy Crispy Prosciutto $3.50
House Made Whipped Ricotta $3.50
Arugula $3.50
Breadcrumbs $0.75
Fresh Gluten-Free Rigatoni $3.50
Shrimp $6
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Cacio e Pepe
Our bestseller! Cracked black pepper and salty pecorino. Try adding spicy, crispy prosciutto
$14.50
Burrata $4
Calabrian Chilies $1.50
Roasted Cannellini Beans $2.50
Spicy, Crispy Prosciutto $3.50
House Made Whipped Ricotta $3.50
Arugula $2.50
Substitute with Gluten-Free Rigatoni $3.50
Breadcrumbs $0.75
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Garlic Primavera
Sautéed garlic with roasted broccolini, cherry tomatoes, corn + green beans. Even better when you add breadcrumbs and shrimp!
$15
Burrata $4
Calabrian Chilies $1.50
Roasted Cannellini Beans $2.50
Spicy, Crispy Prosciutto $3.50
House Made Whipped Ricotta $3.50
Arugula $2.50
Substitute with Gluten-Free Rigatoni $3.50
Breadcrumbs $0.75
Shrimp $6
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Summer Market Pasta
Sourced from the farmers' market a few blocks away! Bright Summer vegetables and guanciale (Italian bacon) in a green scallion puree.
$21
Burrata $4
Calabrian Chilies $1.50
Roasted Cannellini Beans $2.50
Spicy, Crispy Prosciutto $3.50
House Made Whipped Ricotta $3.50
Arugula $2.50
Substitute with Gluten-Free Rigatoni $3.50
Breadcrumbs $0.75
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Sicilian Spicy Pesto
Roasted tomatoes, Calabrian chilies, anchovies, garlic, mint, sunflower seeds, and pecorino. A staff fav! We love it with extra chilies and burrata.
$16
Burrata $4
Shrimp $6
Calabrian Chilies $1.50
Roasted Cannellini Beans $2.50
Spicy, Crispy Prosciutto $3.50
Whipped Ricotta $3.50
Arugula $2.50
Breacrumbs $0.75
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Dad's Famous Red Pepper Sauce
Bright and creamy with roasted peppers, smoked paprika and roasted garlic. Pair it with spicy, crispy prosciutto!
$18.50
Burrata $4
Calabrian Chilies $1.50
Roasted Cannellini Beans $2.50
Spicy, Crispy Prosciutto $3.50
House Made Whipped Ricotta $3.50
Arugula $2.50
Substitute with Gluten-Free Rigatoni $3.50
Breadcrumbs $0.75
Shrimp $6
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Pasta + Meatballs
All-beef meatballs with pecorino, breadcrumbs, and spices in tomato sauce just like grandma used to make. Adding whipped ricotta takes it over the top!
$19
Burrata $4
Calabrian Chilies $1.50
Roasted Cannellini Beans $2.50
Spicy, Crispy Prosciutto $3.50
House Made Whipped Ricotta $3
Arugula $2.50
Substitute with Gluten-Free Rigatoni $3.50
Breadcrumbs $0.75
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Louise's Lasagna
A specialty! So many layers of fresh mozzarella, heirloom tomatoes, basil and thin fresh pasta sheets! ** Dinner Only **
$18
Burrata $4
Calabrian Chilies $1.50
Roasted Cannellini Beans $2.50
Arugula $2.50
Substitute with Gluten-Free Rigatoni $3.50
Breadcrumbs $0.75
House Made Whipped Ricotta $3.50
Spicy, Crispy Prosciutto $3.50
Sweets
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Chocolate Layer Cake (Vegan!)
Layers of homemade chocolate cake and chocolate granache, topped with mixed berry jam.
$12.50
Fresh Strawberries $4
Whipped Cream $1.50
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Fudgey Brownie
chocolatey and nut-free
$4.50
Ice cream + caramel sauce $3.50
Whipped cream $1.50
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Roasted Banana Bread
$3.50
ice cream + caramel sauce $3.50
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Louise's Affogato
Vanilla ice cream, espresso and mint leaves
$10
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Gelato + Sorbet
Vanilla, Chocolate or Blood Orange sorbet
$7
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Homemade Citrus Olive Oil Cake
$8
Add fresh strawberries and whipped cream $5
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Cookies + Milk
Homemade chocolate chip cookies and a glass of milk
$8
Cocktails, Mocktails and Wine, oh my!
House Mocktails
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Grandma's Porch
Amass Riverine, cucumber, lime, pineapple, mint. Bright, refreshing, totally delicious
$12
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Summer on the Stoop
Amass, Riverine, lemon, almond, orange, sparkling water. Tangy and citrusy!
$12
On Tap
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Negroni
Gin, campari, sweet vermouth
$15
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Minty Espresso Martini
Vodka, cognac, espresso, galliano ristretto, branca menta
$15
Louise's Specialty Cocktails
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Louise's Special Spritz
Cocci rossa, strawberry, sparkling rosé
$15
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Pompelmo Spritz
Santa maria al monte, grapefruit, prosecco
$15
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Grandma's Gimlet
(Allison's favorite) Gin, finochietto liqueur, lime, grapefruit
$15
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Fumata Bianca
Mezcal, blanco vermouth, suze, grapefruit
$15
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Ginger Lion
Bourbon, amaro cio claro, ginger, lemon, orange, egg white
$15
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Piña e Pepe
Jalapeño infused tequila, green chartreuse, lime, pineapple
$15
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Summer on 8th
Vodka, lemon, almond, peychaud's bitters, prosecco
$15
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Louise's House Martini
Vodka or gin, dry vermouth, strega
$15
Local Beers On Tap
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Other Half | Wild East | Sloop Brewing | Peekskill Brewery
Selection Changes Often!
$9 per Pint
White by the Glass
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Von Winning Pfalz Sauvignon Blanc
Germany. Sancerre-like bouquet of white fruits with herbaceous aroma
$13 per Glass
$52 per Bottle
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Giuliano Rosati Pinot Grigio
Italy. Lots of tart green apple. Dry and crisp.
$12 per Glass
$44 per Bottle
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Domaine Christophe Mittnacht Pinot Blanc
France. Biodynamic. Citrus, apricot, white flowers and nectarine
$14 per Glass
$56 per Bottle
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Flora Prosecco Brut
Italy. Natural with low sulfites. Bubbly and fun to drink.
$11 per Glass
$52 per Bottle
Rosé by the Glass
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Lini Lambrusco
Italy. Bubbly! Bright acid, tart green apple, white peach
$12 per Glass
$48 per Bottle
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Il Rose di Casanova
Italy. Sustainable, some skin contact, fresh, fruity bouquet with hints of citrus
$13 per Glass
$52 per Bottle
Orange by the Glass
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Biokult Naken
Austria. Organic. Bubbly, tart, citrus, green apple.
$13 per Glass
$52 per Bottle
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Cardedu Bucce
Italy. Organic. Plums, rosemary, white flowers
$14 per Glass
$56 per Bottle
Red by the Glass
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Anthos Vino Rosso
Italy. Great summer red! Light-bodied , elegant + complex, forest floor. Natural. Outstanding!
$13 per Glass
$52 per Bottle
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Foapatsag Pinot Noir
Hungary. Ripe raspberry, black cherry, a touch of spice. Sustainable
$14 per Glass
$56 per Bottle
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G.D. Vajra Barbera D'Alba
Italy. Layered with blackberries, Plum and cocoa beans. Succulent!
$14 per Glass
$56 per Bottle
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Campi Raudii Nebbiolo
Italy. Library release from 2013! Complex and earthy, with pure red fruit
$15 per Glass
$56 per Bottle
White by the Bottle Only
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2020 Weingut Grüner Veltlinere
Austria. Fresh Citrus, green peas, flowery aroma.
$52
Rosé by the Bottle Only
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2020 Angels + Cowboys Half Bottle
California. Grapefruit, white peach and spicy floral notes.
$28
Red by the Bottle Only
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2020 Terre Siciliane Nero D'Avola
Italy. A Beautiful chilled red! natural, terroir-driven, bright fruit with earthy finish.
$52
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2019 Luiano Chianti Half Bottle
Italy. Dark berries, subtle spice, tea leaves
$26
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2017 Buon Padre Barolo
Italy. Organic. Savory and full bodied with raspberry compote, pomegranate and polished tannins
$95
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2016 Arpepe Il Pettirosso Valtellina
Italy. Bright and tangy with red rose, pine forest and Alpine herb. Vibrant and savory.
$92
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2020 Camp Cabernet Sauvignon
California. Strong dynamic flavors of ripe fruit, spice and fresh tobacco.
$60
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2018 Dei Vino Nobile Montepulciano
Italy. orange peels, ripe cherries. Full bodied, flavorful finish. A gorgeous, intense wine.
$79
Champagne and Sparkling By The Bottle Only
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Buccia Nera Rosato Pet-Nat
Italy. Organic. Wild strawberry, white currant, cherry. Festive and delicious!
$75
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Champagne Gamet
France. Fruity and floral with intense minerality and notes of stone fruit.
$99
Available all day!
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Broccolini and Carrots
Add some vegetables as a side to your pasta!
$7
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Fresh Pasta with Butter + Cheese
$11
Add roasted cannellini beans $2.50
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Kid's Charcuterie Plate
salumi, cheese, cherry tomatoes, avocado
$11
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Fresh Pasta with Roasted Tomato Sauce
$13
Add House Made Whipped Ricotta $3.50
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grilled cheese
super cheddary and made on our homemade focaccia
$8.50
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Glass of Milk
$3
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Housemade Lemonade
$4
SANDWICHES
Made on our homemade Focaccia Bread-
Prosciutto + Peach Sandwich
Roasted peaches, prosciutto, fresh mozzarella, basil, mint + arugula with a balsamic glaze
$12.75
Add Arugula $2
Add Cherry Tomatoes $2
Add Prosciutto $3
Add Cheddar Cheese $2
Add Side of Pasta Salad $5
Add Calabrian Chilies $1.50
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Louise's Spicy Garden Sandwich
Garden vegetables marinated in miso vinaigrette with ricotta salata and Calabrian chili aioli on a Lea Bakery baguette
$12.75
Add Prosciutto $3
Add Cheddar Cheese $2
Add Side of Pasta Salad $5
Add Calabrian Chilies $1.50
Add Cherry Tomatoes $2
Add Arugula $2
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Frittata Sandwich with Pecorino
Egg Frittata Sandwich with Pecorino on Sea Salt Focaccia. (try it with prosciutto! +3)
$8.50
Add Arugula $2
Add Cherry Tomatoes $2
Add Prosciutto $3
Add Cheddar Cheese $2
Add Side of Pasta Salad $5
Add Calabrian Chilies $1.50
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Old School Grilled Cheese
Super melty and cheddary grilled cheese on our homemade focaccia.
$6.50
Add Arugula $2
Add Cherry Tomatoes $2
Add Prosciutto $3
Add Cheddar Cheese $2
Add Side of Pasta Salad $5
Add Calabrian Chilies $1.50
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Pizza Bread
with our organic tomato sauce and local fresh mozzarella
$6
SALADS
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Louise's Pasta Salad
Fresh Pasta with red bell pepper, sweet corn, edamame, olives, confit tomatoes + champagne vinaigrette
$12.50
Add Prosciutto $3.50
Add Avocado $3.50
Add Burrata $4
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Fennel and Arugula Salad
Shaved fennel, arugula, crispy chickpeas, pecorino + lemon vinaigrette
$11.50
Add Prosciutto $3.50
Add Avocado $3.50
Add Burrata $4
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Louise's Caesar Salad
Arugula, homemade croutons, pecorino and cherry tomatoes
$11.50
Add Prosciutto $3.50
Add Avocado $3.50
Add Burrata $4
SMALL PLATES
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Bread Plate
Homemade Sea Salt Focaccia + Rosemary Garlic Focaccia (4 Pieces)
$5
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House Made Whipped Ricotta with Fennel Oil on Focaccia
$8.50
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Citrus Olives Marinated in Lemon Peels and Rosemary
$7
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Local Burrata with Sicilian Olive Oil and Focaccia
$7
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Crispy Chickpeas with Smoked Paprika and Lime
$5
FRESH PASTA
Each day we feature a special pasta shape- you choose the sauce! (Available 11:30am-4pm)-
Organic Roasted Tomato Sauce
Our signature sauce, made with Bianco DiNapoli tomatoes, onions and garlic.
$14
Add Breadcrumbs $0.75
Add Calabrian Chilies $1.50
Add Roasted Cannellini Beans $2.50
Add Spicy, Crispy Prosciutto $3.50
Substitute with Gluten Free Rigatoni $3.50
Add House Made Whipped Ricotta $3.50
Add Arugula $2.50
Add Burrata $4
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Cacio E Pepe
Our best seller! Freshly cracked black pepper and salty, creamy pecorino. Try adding spicy, crispy prosciutto to it!
$14
Add Breadcrumbs $0.75
Add Calabrian Chilies $1.50
Add Roasted Cannellini Beans $2.50
Add Spicy, Crispy Prosciutto $3.50
Substitute with Gluten Free Rigatoni $3.50
Add House Made Whipped Ricotta $3.50
Add Arugula $2.50
Add Burrata $4
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Garlic + Olive Oil + Tomatoes
Sautéed garlic and fresh tomatoes with Sicilian olive oil. Extra good when you add cannellini beans and arugula!
$14
Add Breadcrumbs $0.75
Add Calabrian Chilies $1.50
Add Roasted Cannellini Beans $2.50
Add Crispy, Spicy Prosciutto $3.50
Substitute with Gluten Free Rigatoni $3.50
Add House Made Whipped Ricotta $3.50
Add Arugula $2.50
Add Burrata $4
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Basil Pesto
Basil, pecorino, garlic, sunflower seeds, olive oil, lemon zest and a touch of cream. Perfect with our house-made whipped ricotta!
$15
Add Breadcrumbs $0.75
Add Calabrian Chilies $1.50
Roasted Cannellini Beans $2.50
Add Crispy, Spicy Prosciutto $3.50
Substitute with Gluten Free Rigatoni $3.50
Add House Made Whipped Ricotta $3.50
Add Arugula $2.50
Add Burrata $4
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Meatball Sauce
All-beef meatballs with pecorino, breadcrumbs, and spices, just like Grandma used to make (so good with ricotta added!)
$19
Add Breadcrumbs $0.75
Add Calabrian Chilies $1.50
Add Crispy Cannellini Beans $2.50
Add Spicy, Crispy Prosciutto $3.50
Add House Made Whipped Ricotta $3.50
Add Arugula $2
Substitute with Gluten Free Rigatoni $3.50
Add Burrata $4
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Louise's Lasagna (Available only after 5pm!)
A specialty! So many layers of fresh mozzarella, heirloom tomatoes, basil and thin fresh pasta sheets!
$18
Add Breadcrumbs $0.75
Add Calabrian Chilies $1.50
Add Roasted Cannellini Beans $2.50
Add Spicy, Crispy Prosciutto $3.50
Substitute with Gluten Free Rigatoni $3.50
Add House Made Whipped Ricotta $3.50
Add Arugula $2.50
Add Burrata $4
AVAILABLE ONLY AT OUR 8TH ST. LOCATION! Bring home everything you need for dinner, and then some!
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Dad's Famous Kit
1 pound of lumache pasta + 1 container of Dad's famous Roasted Red Pepper Sauce + crispy, spicy prosciutto + homemade focaccia + louise's caesar salad
$35
Add Calabrian Chilies $1.50
Add Burrata $4.50
Add Breadcrumbs $1
Add Grated Parmigiano Reggiano $0.75
Add 10oz Ball of Mozzarella $8
Add House Made Ricotta $3.50
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The Spaghetti + Meatball Kit
1 pound of spaghetti + 1 container of meatball sauce with 8 meatballs + homemade ricotta + louise's caesar salad + homemade focaccia
$38
Add Crispy, Spicy Prosciutto $3.50
Add Calabrian Chilies $1.50
Add Breadcrumbs $1
Add Grated Parmigiano Reggiano $0.75
Add Burrata $4.50
Add 10oz Ball of Mozzarella $8
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The Dinner Party Kit - The biggest!
2 pounds of bucatini pasta + 2 containers of roasted tomato sauce + 2 buratta + 2 crispy spicy prosciutto + 2 fennel and arugula salads + marinated olives + homemade focaccia
$79
Add Louise's Caesar Salad $11
Add Calabrian Chilies $1.50
Add Box of Homemade Brownies $14
Add House Made Ricotta $3.50
Add Breadcrumbs $1
Add Grated Parmigiano Reggiano $0.75
Add 10oz Ball of Mozzarella $8
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The Bike + Cheese Kit
1 pound of bicycle pasta + 1 container of cheesy mac sauce + homemade breadcrumbs + a box of fudgy brownies
$30
Add Calabrian Chilies $1.50
Add 10oz Ball of Mozzerella $8
Add Crispy, Spicy Prosciutto $3.50
Add House Made Ricotta $3.50
Add Grated Parmigiano Reggiano $0.75
Add Burrata $4.50
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The Spicy Kit
1 pound of Casarecce pasta + 1 container of spicy red pesto sauce + calabrian chilies + homemade breadcrumbs + homemade focaccia bread
$22
Add Burrata $4.50
Add Grated Parmigiano Reggiano $0.75
Add Crispy, Spicy Prosciutto $3.50
Add 10oz Ball of Mozzarella $8
Add House Made Ricotta $3.50
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The Gluten Free Kit
1 pound of gluten free spaghetti + 1 container of roasted tomato sauce + homemade whipped ricotta + marinated olives
$27
Add Burrata $4.50
Add Calabrian Chilies $1.50
Add Grated Parmigiano Reggiano $0.75
Add Crispy, Spicy Prosciutto $3.50
Add 10oz Ball of Mozzarella $8
AVAILABLE ONLY AT OUR 8TH ST. LOCATION!
Fresh Pasta To Go
Our fresh pasta is made daily with only Semolina and water. Feeds 2-4 people. $7 per IB.SHORT SHAPES
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Casarecce
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Rigatoni
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Lumache
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Bicycles
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Creste de Gallo
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Radiatori
LONG SHAPES
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Bucatini
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Mafaldine
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Thick Spaghetti
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Fettuccine
GLUTEN FREE PASTA
Made with our special GF flour blend. $9.75 per IB.-
Rigatoni
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Thick Spaghetti
HOMEMADE SAUCES
Perfectly portioned for 1 LB of pasta!-
Meatball Sauce
All-beef meatballs with pecorino, breadcrumbs, and spices, like Grandma Louise would make!
$15
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Spicy Red Pesto
Sun-dried tomatoes, capers, Calabrian chilies, sunflower seeds, garlic and olive oil. Great with casarecce!
$10
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Wild Mushroom + Fresh Herb Sauce
Wild Mushrooms, fresh herbs, cream and parmigiana
$15
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Roasted Tomato Sauce
Organic tomato sauce with California tomatoes, onions and garlic. Pair it with rigatoni.
$10
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Cheesy Mac Sauce
Extra creamy, super cheesy sauce. Pair it with bicycles for a bike + cheese!
$10
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Dad's Famous Red Pepper Sauce
Like vodka sauce, but better! Allison's family recipe with roasted peppers, smoked paprika, chilies and cream. Try it with Lumache.
$12
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Basil Pesto
Fresh basil, garlic, pecorino, lemon, olive oil and a hint of cream. Great with fettuccine!
$12
PASTA EXTRAS
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Spicy Prosciutto Crisps
$3.50
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Fresh Mozzarella (10oz)
$7
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Marinated Olives
$7
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Local Burrata
$4.50
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House Made Whipped Ricotta
$3.50
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Calabrian Chilies
$1.50
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Homemade Breadcrumbs
$1
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Grated Cheese
$1
Hot Coffee
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Organic Hot Coffee
12 oz or 16 oz
$3
$4
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The Louise Special
Hot coffee, brown sugar, mint and half + half. Soooo good!
$4.50
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The Spiced Mocha
Organic coffee, our secret chocolate syrup, steamed milk
$4.50
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Cappuccino
$4.25
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Latte
$4.50
Iced Coffee
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The Louise on Ice
Our most popular drink! Cool and creamy with our iced cold brew, brown sugar and mint syrup, half + half
$4.75
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The Iced Mocha
Iced cold brew, our secret chocolate syrup, half + half.
$4.50
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Cold Brew Iced Coffee
$3.75
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Iced Tea
Lightly Sweetened Black Tea
$4