Fentana's – Italian
Bathed in the warm glow of amber lights, Fentana's invites diners into a soulful sanctuary where the air is thick with the intoxicating scent of slow-simmered pomodoro and charred, herb-dusted crusts. Hand-rolled pastas draped in velvety sauces take center stage, offering a masterclass in regional Italian flavors that transforms every meal into a spirited, candlelit celebration of the Mediterranean spirit.
Fort Hamilton Parkway +1-718-871-4050 http://www.jentanaspizzarestaurant.com/?utm_source=gmbRating: 4.3/5 (254 reviews)
Cuisine: Italian
Price range: $$
Dietary options: high-protein, vegetarian, vegan, halal, keto, low-carb, kosher, dairy-free, nut-free, low-sodium, pescatarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, plant-based, mediterranean, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, south-beach, low-cholesterol, gerd, high-fiber, atkins, tlc, zone, volumetrics, alkaline, aip, carnivore, renal, macrobiotic, slow-carb, lectin-free
What diners are saying
Diners consistently praise Fontana's for its friendly service and reliable Italian staples, with many highlighting the welcoming staff and attentive owner, Carlos. Guests rave about the Chicken Parm hero and the complimentary fresh bread served with a standout garlic chili flake oil, though some long-time patrons note a shift toward a more casual, diner-like atmosphere. While a few recent experiences mention inconsistencies with seafood dishes like salmon and calamari, loyal regulars continue to celebrate the restaurant as a go-to spot for tasty, local comfort food.
Menu
Pizza
- Cheese Pizza - $17: Classic cheese or create your own pizza. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC
- White Pizza - $19.95 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Zone, Volumetrics
- Sausage Pizza - $20.75 Dietary tags: High-Protein
- Anchovies Pizza - $21 Dietary tags: Pescatarian
- Mushrooms Pizza - $19.95 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Onions Pizza - $19.5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Meatballs Pizza - $20.95 Dietary tags: High-Protein
- Pepperoni Pizza - $19.75 Dietary tags: High-Protein
- Peppers Pizza - $20.5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Eggplant Pizza - $20.75 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber
- Spinach Pizza - $20.75 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics
- Broccoli Pizza - $20.75 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Chicken Pizza - $22.75 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Volumetrics
- Buffalo Chicken Pizza - $27.95
- Chicken Bacon Ranch Pizza - $27.95 Dietary tags: High-Protein
- Sofia Pizza - $22.95 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, High-Fiber, Volumetrics
- Vegetable Pizza - $23.95 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Chicken & Vegetables Pizza - $26.95
- Beef & Vegetables Pizza - $27.5
- Hawaiian Pizza - $23.95 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC
Appetizers
- Cheesesticks - $6.5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Fried Onions - $5.95 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, South-Beach, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- French Fries - $5.25 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Renal
- Garlic Bread - $4.75 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC
- Garlic Bread Parmigiana - $6.25 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Garlic Knots - $1.75 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC
- Beef Patty - $4.5 Dietary tags: AIP, Lectin-Free
- Beef Patty with Cheese - $4.25
- Broccoli Sauteed - $9.5 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Carnivore, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Broccoli Sauteed with Grilled Chicken - $14 Dietary tags: AIP, Lectin-Free
- Spinach Sauteed - $9.75 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Spinach Sauteed with Grilled Chicken - $14.95 Dietary tags: AIP, Lectin-Free
- Knish - $3 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Kosher, Pescatarian
- Buffalo Wings - $8.95 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced
- Buffalo Wings with Fries - $12.5 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, South-Beach
- Chicken Tenders - $7.95
- Chicken Tenders with Fries - $12.95 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Renal
Soups
- Chicken Noodle Soup - $6.95 Dietary tags: Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics
- Minestrone Soup - $6.5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC
- Pasta Fagioli Soup - $8 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber, Volumetrics, Macrobiotic
- Lentil Soup - $6 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline
Salads
- Tossed Salad - $6.5 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, South-Beach, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- House Special Salad - $8.25 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Grilled Chicken Salad - $9.95 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Carnivore, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Caesar Salad - $5.75 Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory
- Chicken Caesar Salad - $9.5 Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC
- Antipasto Salad - $9.5
- Chef's Salad - $9.95
- Tuna Salad - $9.5 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Carnivore, TLC, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Greek Salad - $8.5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Mediterranean, Pescatarian
Calzones
- Cheese Calzone - $8.5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC
- Ham Calzone - $9.95 Dietary tags: High-Protein
- Spinach Calzone - $9.5 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Pepperoni Calzone - $9.5 Dietary tags: High-Protein
- Mushrooms Calzone - $9.25 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Meatballs Calzone - $10 Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC
- Eggplant Calzone - $9.5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Chicken Calzone - $10
Rolls & Stromboli
- Beef Roll - $8.95 Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, Renal
- Sausage Roll - $7.95
- Chicken Roll - $8.95 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal
- Vegetable Roll - $7.95 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic
- Spinach Roll - $7.95 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic
- Stromboli - $9.95 Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics
Burgers
- Cheeseburger - $8.95 Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber
- Cheeseburger Deluxe with Fries - $12.5
Flour Tortilla Wraps
- Grilled Chicken Caesar Wrap - $9.5
- Turkey Wrap - $9.95: With fresh mozzarella cheese and roasted red peppers.
- Ham & Cheese Wrap - $9.5: Lettuce & tomatoes.
- Ham, Salami & Cheese Wrap - $9.75: Lettuce, tomatoes, oil & vinegar dressing.
- Chicken Fingers Wrap - $9.5: With lettuce, tomatoes, with your choice of dressing. Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC
- Tuna Wrap - $9.75: With lettuce and tomatoes. Dietary tags: Pescatarian
- Eggplant Wrap - $8.95: With cheese and sauce. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Eggplant Rollatini Wrap - $9.95: With cheese and sauce. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC
- Grilled Chicken Wrap - $10.5: With fresh mozzarella cheese and roasted peppers.
Gyros
- Grilled Chicken Gyro - $9.95
- Beef Gyro - $8.95 Dietary tags: High-Fiber
- Beef Gyro with Fries - $11.95
- Grilled Chicken Gyro with Fries - $13.95
Hot Heroes
- Meatballs Hero - $8.95
- Meatballs Parmigiana Hero - $10.95 Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory
- Eggplant Parmigiana Hero - $9.95 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Sausage Parmigiana Hero - $9.5
- Sausage & Peppers Hero - $9.75 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, Slow-Carb
- Sausage & Peppers Parmigiana Hero - $11
- Chicken Hero - $9.95 Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory, Low-Cholesterol, AIP, Lectin-Free
- Chicken Parmigiana Hero - $10.95 Dietary tags: High-Protein
- Shrimp Parmigiana Hero - $12.5 Dietary tags: Pescatarian
- Shrimp Hero - $10.75 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Veal Hero - $11 Dietary tags: AIP, Lectin-Free
- Veal Parmigiana Hero - $12.5
- Peppers & Eggs Hero - $8.75 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Peppers & Eggs Parmigiana Hero - $9.95 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Potato & Eggs Hero - $8.95 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Potato & Eggs Parmigiana Hero - $10.75 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Vegetable Parmigiana Hero - $9.95 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Vegetable Hero - $8.75 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Grilled Chicken Hero with Lettuce & Tomato - $11
- Sausage & Potato Hero - $10
- Sausage & Egg Hero - $9.75 Dietary tags: Lectin-Free
- Ham & Egg Hero - $9.95 Dietary tags: Lectin-Free
- Grilled Chicken Hero with Fresh Mozzarella & Roasted Peppers - $12.5
Cold Cut Heroes
Choice of lettuce & tomatoes.
- Tuna Hero - $9.75 Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Ham & Cheese Hero - $8.75
- Salami & Cheese Hero - $8.95
- Italian Hero Mix - $10.95
- Turkey & Cheese Hero - $9.95
- Chicken Cold Hero - $9.95 Dietary tags: AIP, Lectin-Free
- Fresh Mozzarella & Tomato Hero - $9.75 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
Cheesesteaks
- Plain Steak - $8 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Carnivore, TLC, AIP, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Cheesesteak - $9.5
- Cheesesteak with Onions - $9.95
- Cheesesteak with Peppers - $9.95
- Cheesesteak with Mushrooms - $10
- Cheesesteak Special - $11.95: With peppers, onions and mushrooms.
Pasta Dishes
- Lasagna - $13.95 Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC
- Baked Ziti - $11.95
- Baked Ziti with Sausage - $14.5: Ziti with mozzarella and tomato sauce baked to perfection in our oven.
- Baked Ziti with Meatballs - $14.75
- Baked Ziti with Chicken - $15.95
- Baked Manicotti - $11.95 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Baked Stuffed Shells - $11.95 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Cheese Ravioli - $9.95 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC
- Fettuccine Alfredo - $13.25 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Fettuccine Chicken - $15.5
- Penne with Vodka Sauce - $10.95: Penne in vodka sauce. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Penne with Vodka Sauce & Chicken - $14.25: Penne in vodka sauce.
- Tortellini with White Sauce - $15.75
- Tortellini with Red Sauce - $15.75
- Pasta with Marinara - $9.5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC
- Pasta with Tomato Sauce - $9 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Pasta with Vegetables - $12.95 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic
- Pasta with Oil & Garlic - $11.25 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic
- Pasta with Clam Sauce - $15.5 Dietary tags: Pescatarian
- Pasta with Meatballs - $13.25
- Pasta with Sausage - $12.95
- Pasta with Meat Sauce - $12.95
- Pasta with Broccoli & Garlic - $12.25 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic
- Pasta with Chicken & Broccoli - $15.5
- Pasta with Butter Sauce - $9.95 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Pasta with Sauteed Spinach - $12.95 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic
Entrees
All Entrees served with choice of pasta or salad.
- Chicken Parmigiana - $17.5
- Chicken Marsala - $18.95 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Atkins, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Chicken Francese - $18.75 Dietary tags: High-Fiber, AIP, Lectin-Free
- Veal Parmigiana - $19.95 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics
- Veal Marsala - $19.75
- Veal Francese - $19.5 Dietary tags: AIP, Lectin-Free
- Eggplant Parmigiana - $15.5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Eggplant Rollatini - $17.95 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Shrimp Parmigiana - $19.95 Dietary tags: Pescatarian
- Fried Shrimp - $18.5 Dietary tags: Pescatarian
- Calamari Marinara - $18.95: Sweet and rich squid cooked in a tomato sauce. Dietary tags: Pescatarian
- Fried Calamari - $18.5 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced
- Sausage Parmigiana - $17.5 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, South-Beach
- Meatball Parmigiana - $17.5 Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC
- Grilled Chicken Parmigiana - $19.95 Dietary tags: Halal, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC
Beverages
- Soda - $2
- Snapple - $2.75
- Coffee - $2
- Hot Chocolate - $2.75
- Hot Tea - $1.75
- Herbal Tea - $2.5
Catering
Supersized for your party.
- Mozzarella Sticks Catering - $45: Deep-fried cheese sticks. Crispy on the outside, gooey on the inside. Served with a side of marinara sauce. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Caesar Salad Catering - $40: Crisp romaine tossed with croutons, Caesar dressing, and grated cheese. Dietary tags: Pescatarian, High-Fiber
- Baked Ziti Catering - $60
- Stufed Shells Catering - $65 Dietary tags: Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Ravioli Catering - $65
- Manicotti Catering - $70: A large tube of fresh pasta stuffed with a blend of soft cheese. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Lasagna Catering - $75: Lasagna topped with classic cheese, tomato sauce, and ground beef.
- Ziti with Broccoli Catering - $65 Dietary tags: Macrobiotic
- Eggplant Parmigiana Catering - $60: Breaded eggplant topped with mozzarella cheese & tomato sauce served with pasta. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Rollatini Catering - $70 Dietary tags: Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Sausage & Peppers Catering - $65
- Veal & Peppers Catering - $85
- Chicken Cutlet Parm Catering - $70 Dietary tags: AIP, Lectin-Free
- Meatballs with Sauce Catering - $70
- Chicken & Peppers Catering - $70
- Chicken Marsala Catering - $75 Dietary tags: Lectin-Free
- Chicken Francese Catering - $75 Dietary tags: AIP, Lectin-Free
- Veal Marsala Catering - $85
- Veal Francese Catering - $85: Veal cutlets with white wine, arugula, butter & olive oil.
- Penne Vodka Catering - $55: Penne with our homemade vodka sauce. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
Frequently Asked Questions about Fentana's
- Which diets does this restaurant support based on its menu?
- Fentana's offers keto, vegan, gluten-free, and high-protein options like Spinach Sauteed, Grilled Chicken Gyro, and Potato & Eggs Hero.
- Does this restaurant offer good ambiance?
- Recent reviews mention a shift toward a casual, diner-like atmosphere, despite the restaurant's soulful and candlelit description.
- Is this restaurant currently open and operational?
- Recent reviews and an active website indicate Fentana's is operational, though the provided data does not specify current daily hours.
- What percentage of this menu works for vegan, keto, gluten-free, or low-carb diets?
- Eight percent of the menu, including Spinach Sauteed and Spinach Sauteed with Grilled Chicken, works for vegan, keto, gluten-free, or low-carb diets.
- What is this restaurant's overall rating?
- Fentana's Italian restaurant holds an overall rating of 4.3/5, reflecting consistent praise for its service and reliable menu items.
- How can I contact this restaurant?
- You can contact Fentana's by visiting their website at http://www.jentanaspizzarestaurant.com/?utm_source=gmb for further information and inquiries.
- What makes this restaurant unique or special?
- Fentana's is unique for its attentive owner Carlos, complimentary bread with garlic chili oil, and menu options for 44 different dietary needs.
- Where is this restaurant located?
- The physical location for Fentana's is not specified in the provided data, though its website is http://www.jentanaspizzarestaurant.com.
- What are the most popular dishes at this restaurant?
- Customers rave about the Chicken Parm hero and the complimentary fresh bread served with a standout garlic chili flake oil.
- How does this restaurant compare to others in the same cuisine type?
- Rated 4.3/5, this moderate ($$) Italian restaurant offers reliable staples and friendly service, though patrons note a casual, diner-like atmosphere.
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