Louise's Charcuterie Board

A gorgeous display of chef's choice meats and cheeses, with seasonal pickled vegetables and homemade crispy flatbread

$19
Sautéed Broccoli Rabe

Crispy and bright green, with garlic butter

$9.50
Whipped Ricotta with Fennel Oil

2 pieces of focaccia topped with our house made ricotta and fennel oil (or four pieces for 16)

$8.50
Baked Four Cheese Mac

Creamy and cheesy with white cheesy, gorgonzola, parmigiano and pecorino. Topped with breadcrumbs and chives

$13.50
Grandma's Meatballs

3 all-beef meatballs served with house made whipped ricotta with focaccia

$13.50
Cannellini Hummus

Creamy white beans with lemon, parsley, olive oil + house-made crackers with herbs

$9.50
Roasted Brussels Sprouts

Crispy, roasted Brussels sprouts with a drizzle of balsamic, served in a cast iron pan. Add Guanciale + $3.50

$12.50
Burrata with Roasted Tomatoes

A big, creamy ball of burrata with roasted San Marzano tomatoes, fire-roasted red peppers, black olives and basil. Add Prosciutto San Daniele + $5

$14.50
Sausage Stromboli

Classic pizza rolls with a house made crust, pork sausage, tomato sauce and lots of melty mozzarella!

$14.50
Louise's Shrimp Scampi

Sizzling shrimp with garlic, white beans, cherry tomatoes, butter + chives. Served with grilled sourdough.

$16.50

Fennel and Arugula Salad

Shaved fennel and fresh arugula with crispy chickpeas, pecorino + a bright lemon vinaigrette

$12.50
Louise's Caesar Salad

Little gems, homemade croutons, pecorino, cherry tomatoes, and homemade caesar dressing (with anchovies)

$12.50
Sunshine Citrus Salad

Bright, seasonal citrus with endive, pepitas, olives, shallots, whipped goats cheese and a smoky Calabrian chile vinaigrette

$16.50
Spring Farro Salad

Farro with arugula, white beans, olives, radish, Brussels sprout leaves, yellow squash, dressed in a mint-honey-scallion vinaigrette

$16.50

Pasta with Meatballs

Homemade all-beef meatballs in our roasted tomato sauce. Allison's great-grandmother's recipe with breadcrumbs, garlic and pecorino. Over the top with whipped ricotta!

$20.50
Creamy Wild Mushroom

A fan favorite! Five different wild mushrooms, fresh herbs, garlic, parmigiano and cream. Amazing when you add spicy, crispy prosciutto and arugula.

$23.50
Roasted Tomato Sauce

Our signature sauce, made with organic Bianco DiNapoli tomatoes, onions + garlic. Really good when you add burrata and roasted cannellini beans!

$14.50
Spicy Red Pesto

Our original pesto is back! Sun-dried tomatoes, lemon zest, garlic, Calabrian chiles, sunflower seeds. Can easily be made vegan. Our fav add-ons are shrimp and breadcrumbs.

$19.50
Cacio e Pepe

Our best seller! Cracked black pepper and salty pecorino. Try adding spicy, crispy prosciutto

$16.50
Dad's Famous Red Pepper Sauce

Bright and creamy with roasted peppers, smoked paprika and roasted garlic. Pair it with shrimp and spicy, crispy prosciutto!

$18.50
Caprese Lasagna

A specialty! So many layers of fresh mozzarella, heirloom tomatoes, ricotta, basil and thin fresh pasta sheets! Try adding Burrata to make it even cheesier!

$19
Bolognese Lasagna

Layers of fresh pasta sheets, fresh mozzarella, ricotta and a slow-cooked beef & pork ragu. Decadent and delicious! Made to order, takes about 25 minutes.

$24.50
Pesto with Roasted Chicken

Roasted chicken thighs, sun-dried tomatoes in a bright, fresh pesto made with spinach, arugula, basil + lemon. So good with burrata added!

$24
Sausage with Tomato + Cream

Sweet + spicy pork sausage in a light cream sauce with tomato, white wine, garlic, herbs and topped with scallions.

$24
Garlicky Shrimp + Calamari

Fresh shrimjp + calamari with garlic, lemon, cherry tomato, fresh herbs and Sicilian olive oil. The best add-ons are breadcrumbs + chilis!

$23.50

Citrus Olives

Mixed olives marinated in citrus peel + rosemary

$7
Louise's Pickles

A beautiful plate of seasonal vegetables pickled in Louise’s kitchen!

$6.50

Focaccia Plate

Four pieces of freshly baked focaccia, drizzled with olive oil

$5.50
Seasonal Plate

Four pieces of our rotating, special focaccia – ask your server what we have!

$6.50
Bread Sampler

A taste of all our homemade focaccia: 2 pieces sea salt, 2 pieces garlic rosemary, 2 pieces seasonal

$8.50

Chocolate Layer Cake

Layers of homemade chocolate cake and chocolate ganache frosting and fresh mixed berry compote. Vegan!

$12.50
Strawberry Shortcake by Gloria

Layers of strawberries, homemade lady fingers and cream, served in a cute cup!

$12.50
Lemon Creme Brulee

Creamy vanilla custard with fresh lemon juice and zest, topped with caramelized sugar

$10.50
Roasted Banana Bread

House made and delicious

$3.50

+ ice cream and salted caramel $8.50
Louise's Affogato

Vanilla ice cream, espresso and mint leaves

$10
Gelato + Sorbet

Vanilla, Chocolate + seasonal sorbet from Gelato Festival

$7
Tiramisu

Layers of homemade ladyfingers, cocoa, and creme, served in a cute little cup. No caffeine or alcohol!

$12
Cookies + Milk

Perfect for dunking! Two big, freshly baked cookies and a cold glass of milk. Your choice of chunky, chewy chocolate chip cookies topped with flaky sea salt or decadent, homemade Oreo's!

Chocolate Chip $8

Homemade Oreo $10
Fudgy Brownie

Chocolatey and nut-free

$4.50

+ ice cream and salted caramel $10

Louise's Special Spritz

Cocci rossa, strawberry, sparkling rosé. On the rocks

$16
Pompelmo Spritz

Santa maria al monte, grapefruit, prosecco. On the rocks

$16
Pasta Rose Spritz

$1 goes to our Pasta Rose Scholarship! Cappelletti, Dorothy Parker rose petal gin, lychee liqueur, sparkling rosé. On the rocks

$17
Vida Rosata

Mezcal, ramazzotti rosato, grapefruit, lime. Served up

$17
Ginger Lion

Bourbon, amaro cio claro, ginger, lemon, orange, egg white. Served up

$17
Minty Espresso Martini

Vodka, cognac, espresso, galliano ristretto, branca menta. Served up

$17
Negroni (On Tap!)

Gin, campari, sweet vermouth. Served with a big rock

$16
Louise's Negroni Sour

Gin, Strawberry Infused Campari, Sweet Vermouth, Lemon, Egg White. Served up

$17
Playa Verde

Spicy Blanco Tequila, Elderflower, Cucumber, Lime, Basil. On the rocks

$17
In Full Bloom

Gin, Vecchio Amaro, Grapefruit, Lemon, Rosemary. Served up

$17
Neon Lights

Japanese Whiskey, Gentian Liqueur, Yellow Chartreuse, Grapefruit. With a large rock

$17
White Lotus

Fort Hamilton Gin or Vodka, St. Germain, Cucumber, Lemon. On the rocks

$17

Louise's Lager (Italian-Style Pilsner): Wild East

$10 per Pint
N/A Beer: Athletic

$10 per Can
Green City IPA: Other Half

$10 per Pint
Seasonal Sours: Talea Beers

$10 per Glass

Crodino Spritz

Crodino (Italian Non- Alcoholic apertivo), sparkling water, orange, olives. On the rocks

$14
Peachy Keen

Club soda, housemade ginger syrup, honey, peach puree, lemon. Tangy and citrusy! Served on the rocks

$8
Cucumber Kiss

Club soda, cucumber, lime, basil. Refreshing + herbaceous! On the rocks

$8

Giuliano Rosati Pinot Grigio

2023 Italy. Lots of tart green apple. Dry and crisp

$13 per Glass

$52 per Bottle
Domaine Christophe Mittnacht Pinot Blanc

2022 France. Biodynamic. Citrus, apricot, white flowers and nectarine

$14 per Glass

$56 per Bottle
Domaine Ciringa Sauvignon Blanc

2022 Slovenia. Organic. Fresh apple, nectarine + pear. Herbal, earthy

$17 per Glass

$68 per Bottle
Hiedler Gruner Veltliner

2023 Austria. Sustainable. Strong minerality + notes of fresh pear

$15 per Glass

$60 per Bottle

Thibaud Boudignon Rosé

2024 France. Blend from the Loire Valley with bright red fruit notes

$16 per Glass

$64 per Bottle
Peyrassol Mediterranée La Croix

2023 France. Dry, bright red fruit, touch of green pear and hibiscus

$60 per Bottle

$15 per Glass
Tenuta Di Tavignano "La Birba" Pet Nat

Italy. Bubbly, crisp + light. Bright red fruit and a touch floral

$14 per Glass

$56 per Bottle
Fio 'Piu Piu' Pet-Nat

2023 Germany. Sustainable, fresh red fruit notes, refreshing + bright

$18 per Glass

$72 per Bottle
Wolffer Summer in a Bottle Half Bottle

2023 New York. Refreshing, food-friendly, fruit-driven, aromas of rose petals

$28 per Bottle

Cardedu Bucce

Italy. Organic. Plums, rosemary, white flowers

$14 per Glass

$56 per Bottle
Aphros Loureiro Phaunus Amphora

2022 Portugal. Made in a facility without electricity! Bright + balanced with flavors of citrus fruits + apples

$19 per Glass

$76 per Bottle

Cuvee Della Contessa Prosecco Brut

Italy. Bubbly and fun to drink.

$12 per Glass

$48 per Bottle
Lini Lambrusco

Italy. Bubbly! Bright acid, tart green apple, white peach

$14 per Glass

$56 per Bottle
Champagne Gamet

2019 France. Fruity + floral with intense minerality and notes of stone fruit

$99 per Bottle
A Margaine Le Brut Champagne Half Bottle

NV, France. Floral aromas, breadiness on palate, balanced + delightful!

$48 per Bottle

Terenzuola Toscana Vermentino Nero

2022 Italy. Light- bodied, elegant with notes of raspberry, mint and red fruit with a touch of acidity.

$13 per Glass

$52 per Bottle
Populis Reverse Red Blend

2021 California. Light + snappy w/ notes of black fruit. Juicy, soft tannins.

$16 per Glass

$64 per Bottle
Tenuta Rapitala Sicilia Nero d'Avola Alto Reale

2023 Italy. Vibrant ruby red, bouquet of ripe berries and vanilla, with a balance of acidity

$13 per Glass

$52 per Bottle

Mazzi Valpolicella Superiore

2021 Italy. Medium body, juicy ripe fruit. Lovely and very drinkable

$14 per Glass

$56 per Bottle
Azelia Dolcetto d'Alba

2021 Italy. Red fruit, blackberry and sweet spices. Floral and aromatic with a long finish

$14 per Glass

$56 per Bottle
G.D. Vajra Barbera D'Alba

2023 Italy. Layered with blackberries, Plum and cocoa beans. Succulent

$14 per Glass

$56 per Bottle
Cosimo Taurino Salice Salentino Rosso

2012 Italy. Spicy, rich rosso from the best producer in the heel of Italy’s boot, Puglia. Flavors of pepper, cola and cherries follow through to a long, satisfying finish

$15 per Glass

$60 per Bottle
Azelia Barolo

2019 Italy. Full bodied, cherries, black currant, spice, cedar, hint of dried flower. Smooth and elegant

$140 per Bottle
Camp Cabernet Sauvignon

2022 California. Strong dynamic flavors of ripe fruit, spice and fresh tobacco

$60 per Bottle
Dei Vino Nobile Montepulciano

2020 Italy. orange peels, ripe cherries. Full bodied, flavorful finish. A gorgeous, intense wine

$79 per Bottle
Bodega Noemia De Patagonia, A Lisa Malbec

2022 Argentina. Dense violet + plum color. Dark cherry, berries, cocoa. So silky + drinkable!

$60 per Bottle
Damilano Barolo Lecinquevigne Half Bottle

2020 Italy. Layers of rose, tobacco, dark fruit, medium bodied, elegant, long finish

$46 per Bottle
Bucciarelli Chianti Half Bottle

2016 Italy. Natural + organic. Red berries, spice and earthiness

$28 per Bottle

Louise's Mint Special (Hot or Iced)

Creamy + delicious! Coffee, Half + half, brown sugar, mint

$5.50
Spiced Mocha (Hot or Iced)

Coffee, Half + half, spiced chocolate sauce

$5.50
Louise's Latte with Mint

Espresso, steamed milk, brown sugar, mint

$5.50
Special Blend Organic Drip Coffee

$3 per 12 oz

$4 per 16 oz
Cappuccino

$4.50
Latte

$5
Americano

$4.50
Cortado

$3.50
Espresso

$2.50

Avocado + Egg Toast

Mashed avocado, pickled onions, Aleppo pepper, cilantro on toast, with a poached egg (add an extra egg +3)

$12

Extra Egg $3
Smoked Salmon Toast

Smoked salmon, radishes + Greek yogurt with Aleppo pepper

$14
Roasted Vegetable Toast (vegan)

Layers of roasted vegetables with cannellini bean spread

$10.50
Prosciutto + Parmigiano Toast

Prosciutto + parmigiano with arugula + olive oil (add a poached egg +3)

$12
Toast Board with Ricotta + Jam

Thick pieces of toast with sides of homemade ricotta + seasonal jam

$10
Greek Morning Bowl

Kesso's special Greek yogurt, seasonal fruit, housemade granola & honey.

$11
Roasted Banana Bread

Add salted caramel (+ .50)

$3.50

Salted Caramel $0.50
Rotating Baked Goods

Just ask your barista!
Homemade Donuts

Seasonal flavors ($3 each, $8 for 3!)

$3

Prosciutto + Fresh Mozz Sandwich

Prosciutto, fresh mozzarella, roasted peppers, basil, arugula, mint and balsamic vinegar on a baguette.

$14.75
Louise's Spicy Garden Sandwich

Garden vegetables marinated in miso vinaigrette with ricotta salata and Calabrian chili aioli on a toasted baguette. (add avocado + 3.75)

$14.75
Meatball Parm or Chicken Parm

Homemade meatballs or breaded chicken cutlets, covered in tomato sauce, fresh mozzarella and basil on a toasted baguette

$15.75
Louise's Cubano

Roasted pork, swiss cheese, housemade pickles and dijon on a toasted baguette.

$15.75
Spicy Roman Sandwich

Salami, whipped ricotta, Calabrian chilies, honey, basil on sea salt focaccia

$13.50
Seasonal Veggie Frittata Sandwich

add cheddar +2, addprosciutto +4, add Calabrian chile mayo +2

$9.50
Old School Grilled Cheese

Super melty, super cheddary! (add tomatoes +2, add prosciutto +4)

$8

Louise's Seasonal Pasta Salad

Roasted brussels sprouts, roasted squash, cannellini beans, tomatoes confit, scallions, basil, oregano dressing.

$13.50
Fennel and Arugula Salad

Shaved fennel, crispy chickpeas, pecorino cheese + lemon vinaigrette (add burrata +4, add avocado +3.5, add prosciutto +4)

$12.50
Louise's Caesar Salad

Brussels sprouts, butternut squash, pickled red onion, breadcrumbs, basil, apple cider vinaigrette (add burrata +4, add avocado +3.5, add prosciutto +4)

$12.50

Primavera with Garlic + Olive Oil

Sautéed vegetables, garlic, basil & Sicilian olive oil. It is so good when you add cannellini beans and arugula!

$18
Cacio E Pepe

Our best seller! Freshly cracked black pepper and salty, creamy pecorino. Try adding spicy, crispy prosciutto!

$16.50
Spicy Red Pesto

Sun dried tomatoes, garlic, lemon, basil, Calabrian chiles + sunflower seeds. Try it with burrata and breadcrumbs!

$18
Slow Cooked Bolognese

A traditional bolognese made with both beef and pork, crushed tomatoes, carrots, onions, garlic and spices. So good! Try it with whipped ricotta!

$23.50
Meatball Sauce

All-beef meatballs with pecorino, breadcrumbs, and spices, just like Grandma used to make! Adding whipped ricotta brings it over the top!

$20.50
Roasted Tomato Sauce

Our signature sauce, made with Bianco DiNapoli tomatoes. Try adding whipped ricotta and breadcrumbs!

$14.50
Louise's Lasagna *Available after 5pm*

A specialty! Layers of fresh thin pasta sheets with fresh mozzarella, heirloom tomatoes and basil

Caprese-style $19

Bolognese $24.50
Cauliflower Kale Pesto

Roasted Cauliflower, kale, garlic, pecorino, lemon, pickled raisins, sunflower seeds, and olive oil. Try adding burrata and breadcrumbs.

$19
Bolognese Lasagna

Layers of fresh pasta sheets, fresh mozzarella, ricotta and a slow cooked beef and pork ragu. Decadent and delicious! Made to order, takes about 25 minutes. *Available after 5pm*

$24.50

Bread Plate

With four pieces of homemade focaccia

$5.50
Avocado Toast

Sliced avocado, soft boiled egg, red pepper aioli and Aleppo pepper

$11
House Made Whipped Ricotta

with fennel oil on focaccia

$8.50
Citrus Olives

Marinated in lemon peels and rosemary

$7
Local Burrata

with Sicilian olive oil and focaccia

$8.50
Grandma's Meatballs

with whipped ricotta + focaccia

$13.50
Crispy Chickpeas

with smoked paprika and lime

$5
Potato and Leek Soup

Warm and savory soup made with potatoes, turnips, bay leaves, garlic, chickpeas, farro, carrots, leeks, chives, topped off with parmesan. Make it vegan by requesting no cheese.

$11
“Drizzle” Olive Oil

No blending, no funny business. Just 100% pure olive oil from Jaen, Spain. Use after cooking for a delicious finish.

Medium (350 ML) $19

Large (500 ML) $21

The Sunday Dinner

1lb fresh spaghetti, a container of meatball sauce, whipped ricotta, Caesar salad, focaccia bread

$42
The Green Kit

1lb fresh bucatini, 1 container basil pesto, burrata, box of our seasonal orange donuts

$30
The Spicy Kit

1 pound fresh casarecce, a container of spicy red pesto, focaccia, breadcrumbs + spicy crispy prosciutto

$29
The Breakfast Kit

1lb of Louise's coffee beans, a box of banana bread, Sicilian lemon marmalade, a container of salted caramel

$39
The Kids' Kit

1lb fresh bicycle pasta, 1 container of cheese sauce, breadcrumbs, 2 homemade brownies

$23
The Quick Gift Kit

1lb fresh spaghetti, a container of roasted tomato sauce, a PL wooden spoon, a PL tote bag

$35

Casarecce
Rigatoni
Lumache
Bicycles
Creste de Gallo
Radiatori

Bucatini
Mafaldine
Thick Spaghetti
Fettuccine

Meatball Sauce

All-beef meatballs with pecorino, breadcrumbs, and spices, like Grandma Louise would make!

$15
Spicy Red Pesto

Sun-dried tomatoes, capers, Calabrian chilies, sunflower seeds, garlic and olive oil. Great with casarecce!

$10
Wild Mushroom + Fresh Herb Sauce

Wild Mushrooms, fresh herbs, cream and parmigiana

$15
Roasted Tomato Sauce

Organic tomato sauce with California tomatoes, onions and garlic. Pair it with rigatoni.

$10
Cheesy Mac Sauce

Extra creamy, super cheesy sauce. Pair it with bicycles for a bike + cheese!

$10
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
Basil Pesto

Fresh basil, garlic, pecorino, lemon, olive oil and a hint of cream. Great with fettuccine!

$12
Bolognese

Traditional bolognese sauce with beef + pork, garlic, onions, carrots, crushed tomatoes + spices.

$16

Spicy Prosciutto Crisps

$3.50
Fresh Mozzarella (10oz)

$7
Marinated Olives

$7
Local Burrata

$4.50
House Made Whipped Ricotta

$3.50
Calabrian Chilies

$1.50
Homemade Breadcrumbs

$1
Grated Cheese

$1
Calabrian Chile Mayo

$12
Tomato Confit

$7

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Menu

STARTERS

SALADS

Fresh Pasta

Small Plates

Bread Service

Sweets

Louise's Specialty Cocktails

Local Beers On Tap

House Mocktails

White Wines

Rosé

Orange Wines

Sparkling

Chilled Natural Red

Red Wines

Coffee

Breakfast

SANDWICHES

SALADS

FRESH PASTA

SMALL PLATES

Louise's Kits

Join us for Happy Hour!Every Tues - Fri 3pm - 5pm

$12 Spritz + Chips!

Fresh Pasta To Go

SHORT SHAPES

LONG SHAPES

GLUTEN FREE PASTA

HOMEMADE SAUCES

PASTA EXTRAS

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